I made the mistake of going out yesterday also. Did manage to catch a few with the majority being in 14 FOW around but not up close to standing timber. I did tow in one of the recreational boat! I've got to remember to throw my tow rope back in the boat! Rachel, I would go anytime I can. You never know, I've gone thinking its going to be great and its not and other times I go thinking nothing says it should be good and you catch em like crazy! I do know that you wont catch em from the house unless its a houseboat!