Barkley 5/11/17

I guess I should know myself well enough by now to know the only way I am going to redear fish is to leave all manner of crappie gear in the garage. I made a few half hearted efforts to find some but in the end I did what I do. Some very nice ladies still hanging around, in fact don't think there is a male in the bunch. Looked like they were cutting the water loose thru Kentucky Dam on the way home, should be like fishing a whole new lake by the time I get to go again. Not redear but I will settle for a limit of slabs in May and maybe next year I will leave the crappie stuff at home.
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Congratulations on a nice mess of fish!


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Nice haul brother. You aren't missing much on the other fishes. They are gone on Ky and never showed up on Barkley. Really weird of course. All flood gates are out. They must be seeing rain!! Back to crappie! Got the funds! Thanks

Right on pab. Hopefully I get to go this weekend

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Very nice. Ever think about using different colored towels. Lol. Always enjoy the pics and reports.

Keep it up, barkley is going to get invaded! Good job Austin!!

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Keep it up, barkley is going to get invaded! Good job Austin!!

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I kind of doubt it, been a lot better fishermen than me doing it on Barkley for years and it isn't a secret really. Still meet 5 times as many boats leaving Barkley surrounding area headed to Kentucky Lake when I go that way. There is a reason those folks are burning gas and spending the extra time. Barkley can be very fickle at times, talked to several guys still crappie fishing really struggling this week. Been there and done that and have several tee shirts from mid May on the north end. Feel a little guilty but the pattern I was on was very specific and no way to explain it in general terms without giving away the whole shooting match.

But you might be right Brian, in the long run I might be better off not posting. I remember though when I first started hanging out on here and would have bad days and think maybe they weren't biting or the moon wasn't right or whatever. And then I would see Wiskers or somebody had caught a bunch and it made me wonder what I needed to do to catch fish. Or encouraged me to go back the next day and figure something else out. So that is why I will probably continue to put reports up even if it does bring a little more pressure in the long run.

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Good job!!! Yes Barkley can be very fickle but you definitely have it figured out. Wednesday afternoon the fish had moved from where I'd been catching them.

Austin do what makes you happy and enjoyable in fishing. I truly enjoy your posts. Congrats again.

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I kind of doubt it, been a lot better fishermen than me doing it on Barkley for years and it isn't a secret really. Still meet 5 times as many boats leaving Barkley surrounding area headed to Kentucky Lake when I go that way. There is a reason those folks are burning gas and spending the extra time. Barkley can be very fickle at times, talked to several guys still crappie fishing really struggling this week. Been there and done that and have several tee shirts from mid May on the north end. Feel a little guilty but the pattern I was on was very specific and no way to explain it in general terms without giving away the whole shooting match.

But you might be right Brian, in the long run I might be better off not posting. I remember though when I first started hanging out on here and would have bad days and think maybe they weren't biting or the moon wasn't right or whatever. And then I would see Wiskers or somebody had caught a bunch and it made me wonder what I needed to do to catch fish. Or encouraged me to go back the next day and figure something else out. So that is why I will probably continue to put reports up even if it does bring a little more pressure in the long run.

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Nice!! And yes, your reports are encouraging. Even though they sometimes make me a little jealous LOL

Never discouraged the posts, but I have learned that consistent posts brings company! By all means, I have folks approaching me at area ramps that are not members on this site, they all say that they saw my report and photos on the 'net. Had several following me this spring on the water.
We have the right to strut, brag and it feels good for folks to give congratulations and job well done! Good vibes are positive and good for mind, heart and the soul! Strut on young man, you deserve it.

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Poorly worded on my part Brian, you are right you didn't discourage the posts. Just trying to give a little insight into the flip side of it, to some it may seem like just strutting but that isn't what it's about with me.

Remember Austin many fisherman age annually to the point they cannot get out on the water. These posts do them wonders. I have several that hit me up for fishing briefings cause that's the only way they have left to be a part of it. They give input and often the conversations stir up memories they share. And remember even if you heard that particular story act like you haven't and enjoy that old fart. Lol. Also remember to cook up some fish and deliver to these old geezers! :highfive

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I kind of doubt it, been a lot better fishermen than me doing it on Barkley for years and it isn't a secret really. Still meet 5 times as many boats leaving Barkley surrounding area headed to Kentucky Lake when I go that way. There is a reason those folks are burning gas and spending the extra time. Barkley can be very fickle at times, talked to several guys still crappie fishing really struggling this week. Been there and done that and have several tee shirts from mid May on the north end. Feel a little guilty but the pattern I was on was very specific and no way to explain it in general terms without giving away the whole shooting match.

But you might be right Brian, in the long run I might be better off not posting. I remember though when I first started hanging out on here and would have bad days and think maybe they weren't biting or the moon wasn't right or whatever. And then I would see Wiskers or somebody had caught a bunch and it made me wonder what I needed to do to catch fish. Or encouraged me to go back the next day and figure something else out. So that is why I will probably continue to put reports up even if it does bring a little more pressure in the long run.

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You hit the nail right on the head, and I am that newcomer to crappie fishing, I have already had that experience where I just knew the fish were not biting on Barkley and then I see your post or other post from guys that are catching them so it encourages me to get out there and try something different something that I am not used to doing. I have learned so much in the short time that I have been on here, and most everyone seems to be good people, not your normal fisherman you see at the boat ramp that will tell you a straight up lie.


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