365 Days Of Fishing

[catfishonthelake]

I know that some of you guys check out my blog from time to time, and I just wanted to give you the heads up, that starting this Saturday, I am going to start posting every day as I attempt to go fishing every day for the next 365 days. I have no idea why I'm doing this, but for some reason, it just seems like a good idea. Check the blog for my self-imposed rules and regulations and any suggestions will be welcomed.

Thanks,
Catfish

http://www.catfishonthelake.com

[Lard Almighty]

Good luck! Wish I had the energy to try something like that.

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks Lard. And BTW, anyone who lives in Union County and wants to get together either 5am(ish) or 6pm(ish) during the week. Let me know!!!

[Fish_Harder]

Good luck,

i am curious how you will handle the ice fishing when we get a big snowfall. fishing during that sounds painful.

[catfishonthelake]

I've thought about that, but I'm not limited to ice fishing. There are usually a few rivers that don't freeze (including one that I can walk to) as well as the Hudson River piers and few spillways coming out of lakes. Where there is a will, there is a way. Plus, if I make it to winter, I'm going to be pretty determined to make it through a few more months at that point.

[shucker]

Ive tried to fish everyday since I got laid off and its tuff as much as I love fishing you do get tired off it.Good luck

[ChaosStarter]

Man, my girl would not support that. Good luck!!

[njfish4life]

now that is a dream goal of mine... i'll be checking your blog more often now.. i am in morris county so maybe one day we can meet up..

[catfishonthelake]

That'd be great Fish4Life. Thanks everyone else too!!!

[Super]

I know that some of you guys check out my blog from time to time, and I just wanted to give you the heads up, that starting this Saturday, I am going to start posting every day as I attempt to go fishing every day for the next 365 days.

First, I’d like to let you know that you’re certifiably crazy. None the less, I wish you luck. It’s not going to be easy.

I know you're in my area (Cranford). I’ll keep an eye out for you.

[Capt. Lou]

I'm doin' about 150 + per yr fr & salt, & I thought that was ambitious, funny thing is I could probably go another 50 or so without hesitation. When I actively chartered I went about the same every year weather permitting on the boat combined w/ personal.
Now all for my personal enjoyment ! Good Luck very ambitious indeed!!;)

[maddhatterr]

Your a maniac Mark!!!!! Good luck, I could never do it......you must not be married or have the most understanding wife!!

[AJFISH13]

Im 14 and I manage 150 days a year fresh and saltwater. A year straight that's awesome. If I could I would:D .

[johnnyc08]

mark youre nuts but i love it! maybe well set something up and i can hit union cty sometime with ya...good luck and ill be checking your blog out more often (you gonna post it everyday to FB so i remember?)

[Chris_JC]

Day 1 starts in a few hours!!! See you out there tomorrow!

[johnnyc08]

Day 1 starts in a few hours!!! See you out there tomorrow!
HE ALREADY STARTED!!! http://www.catfishonthelake.com/2011/05/day-1-elusive-nomahegan-carp.html

[catfishonthelake]

Sorry Chris. I got antsy. You'll be there for Day 2!!!

Thanks for the support everyone, and johnny, I'd love to meet up sometime.

[AndyS]

Up to day 56 !!!!

[catfishonthelake]

Wow Andy, you brought this back from the dead. Thanks buddy. Sorry we couldn't work things out tonight. I think that God's way of telling me to chillax and do some work around the house. Think I may tried to get a kitty from Warinanco tonight. Talk soon.

[catfishonthelake]

I had to share this. I waited a bit too long today and the storms rolled in. I wasn't sure if they were gonna clear out later, so I took a shot and did my fishing with thunder and lightning cracking in the distance. To get the point across that I was fishing in a storm, I propped my camera up in my fishing bag to show what I was doing. Since I was fishing a pressured lake in Union County, it didn't even cross my mind that I might actually catch a fish in what I expected to be 15 seconds of video, but on the first take and the first cast, I caught a little largemouth. It's a small fish, but hey, I got the whole thing on film.

Thanks to everyone who is supporting this endeavor.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPk8HGQDK14

[johnnyc08]

I had to share this. I waited a bit too long today and the storms rolled in. I wasn't sure if they were gonna clear out later, so I took a shot and did my fishing with thunder and lightning cracking in the distance. To get the point across that I was fishing in a storm, I propped my camera up in my fishing bag to show what I was doing. Since I was fishing a pressured lake in Union County, it didn't even cross my mind that I might actually catch a fish in what I expected to be 15 seconds of video, but on the first take and the first cast, I caught a little largemouth. It's a small fish, but hey, I got the whole thing on film.

Thanks to everyone who is supporting this endeavor.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPk8HGQDK14
read it everyday!

[catfishonthelake]

I'm on Day 75. Check out this week's issue of The Fisherman. They're an article in there about the quest.

www.catfishonthelake.com

[ChaosStarter]

You're blog makes up for all the fishing I do or do not do during the week. I constantly read it. Keep it up!!!

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks a lot man!! I really appreciate it!

[ChaosStarter]

Thanks a lot man!! I really appreciate it!

I would like to try and find more places to shore fish for when my boat buddy isn't around and you seem to be doing all the right things (overall, hehe). And if you ever want to PM me any of your secret locations, I swear I won't tell anyone!! ;)

[catfishonthelake]

Most of them aren't secret. Feel free to ask questions....via PM.

[HerringKing]

I just read the article the article in the fisherman. Very impressive!!!

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks Man!!!!

[AJFISH13]

Didn't get the Fisherman yet but your goal is very inspiring. I have only fished 76 days this year so far. Probaly won't hit my 150 and I dont think I did last year.

[lunkertaker]

To those of you that have posted on this post, particularly the younger crowd...anything over 100 days of fishing a year, your living the DREAM (My DREAM):D

For those of us that are a little older (> 40) and have families we are lucky enough to sneak out a fraction to that time.:mad:

If I could fish a fraction of the time I am thinking about it it could potentially exceed 365 days of fishing. That said, if I manage 30-50 trips a season and have a smile on all my kids/wife's face, and don't forget my own:cool: :cool: :cool: , I have succeeded

365 days...do it while you can and keep reporting!

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks man!!! Always appreciated.

[surfrod]

outstanding blog, Mark, just started reading it!

[catfishonthelake]

Awesome!! Thank you.

[PAMonger]

I know you were a help to me when I made my trip to Lake Guntersville in Alabama. If you want to make a weekend night-time trip to catch smallies, walleye, cats, or maybe some carp in the Easton area, let's get in touch. I'd be glad to help.

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks man!! I appreciate that. I'd love to come down and fish PA at some point.

[AndyS]

+++++++++++++++++ 100 +++++++++++++

Triple Digits !!

[catfishonthelake]

:D

[Wilson]

+++++++++++++++++ 100 +++++++++++++

Triple Digits !!
Your Welcome

[PAMonger]

So catfish, how is Irene going to affect the quest?

More importantly, will you and yours be safe through this beast?

[THAT GUY]

Where do you plan on fishing tomorrow? Be safe out there!

[catfishonthelake]

I think I'll be okay, but thank you guys. I hope everyone is safe as well. There is actually a "canal" that is 75 yards from my house. My fiancee suggested I fish in there during the storm, but I told her I wasn't going to fish anywhere where there's no fish. When we were on our way out yesterday, I looked down in the canal/drainage ditch and sure enough, there were a bunch of sunnies. I was out this morning (Saturday) and I'm going to wait up until midnight (Sunday) to see if it's safe, but I may wait until the storm passes tomorrow and just walk over. Unless Irene hangs around MUCH longer than expected, she should not kill my streak.

[shucker]

Reading your blog reminded me of all the local spots I use to fish as a kid,there are quite a few good spots in union county.

[catfishonthelake]

Indeed there are.

[bunker dunker]

Go Catfish Go!!!!!!! ;)

[catfishonthelake]

Thanks man!!! 1/3 of the way there. Coming up to fish the walleye tourney on Saturday with Joe Tek.

[catfishonthelake]

Hey Guys, check out Part II of the mini-series in this week's glossy edition of The Fisherman. As always, thank you for following and send the link to anyone you think might enjoy it, or better yet, learn something from it.

http://www.catfishonthelake.com

[AndyS]

Did you hit the halfway point yet ?

[catfishonthelake]

3 more weeks and I'll be halfway.

[johnnyc08]

3 more weeks and I'll be halfway.
DAYMN! and thanks for coming out today on her maiden voyage! had a great time

[catfishonthelake]

No doubt man. Had a great time myself!!! We'll do it again.

[Njmat567]

just caught wind of your 365 " daze " of fishing. wow are you nuts and wow am i jealous. i could only wish to do something like this. i am also a resident of union county and have fished many spots you talk about. i am now following you so you have another fan. good luck man... f.y.i. check out the pond by linden high school killer carp action on bread and decent pic of bass on ht e right day. once again good luck and hopefully ill see you out there one day. MAT L

[catfishonthelake]

Hey Matt, thanks so much man. I really appreciate the support and the fishing spot. I will undoubtedly check out the spot by Linden high school. Always looking to catch more CARP!!! Good stuff man.

[AndyS]

Half way home !!!

[joeya78]

I know that some of you guys check out my blog from time to time, and I just wanted to give you the heads up, that starting this Saturday, I am going to start posting every day as I attempt to go fishing every day for the next 365 days. I have no idea why I'm doing this, but for some reason, it just seems like a good idea. Check the blog for my self-imposed rules and regulations and any suggestions will be welcomed.

Thanks,
Catfish

http://www.catfishonthelake.com
Awesome, Good Luck!

[catfishonthelake]

As always...thanks guys.

[AndyS]

8 months down and 4 left.

[catfishonthelake]

Yup yup.

[Wilson]

Did you fish the Trout swimming pool?
Nice to meet you today face to face:)
This kid knew how to do it.

[catfishonthelake]

Good to meet you face to face as well Wilson. We didn't fish the pool, but that kid did better than we did. The canal usually doesn't get tooooo screwed by the rain, but it was a mess today.

[AndyS]

Down to double digits............... 99 !!!!!

[AndyS]

300 days done !!!!

.................................................. .... 65 to go !!!

Keep it going !!

[Tony Cav]

I've had 365 day of thinking about fishing.............:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[dboyd101]

How are you doing with the fishing?! Not much left, huh? Hope you're sticking with it!!

[AndyS]

http://www.catfishonthelake.com/

He is on day 326 !!!! :D

[acabtp]

home stretch! only 18 days left

[Wilson]

home stretch! only 18 days left
I'll bet your dry cleaner will be bumming out, no more fish slime stains to charge you for:D

[Webstersigam]

As we get closer to the 365, I'm feeling a little torn. On one hand I'm happy for Catfishonthelake for doing something that I could only wish to do and being so close to the end. But now I sit here and wonder...what am I going to read about now? Hopefully he continues with some sort of blog.

[johnnyc08]

i think there should be some sort of fishing party on his last day with everyone hes fished with over the past year, what a great way to end this

[catfishonthelake]

I appreciate all the feedback guys and appreciate the support. Wilson, my dry cleaner will be a bit bummed, but I'll still be putting at least one of his kids through college. I imagine that I won't stop fishing on lunch a couple days a week. And the blog will go on, just not every day. I'm sure I'll still put a post up there once a week. And John, I wish I could, but I have a few busy weekends that might make that tough. Once again guys, I really appreciate the support.

[AndyS]

He Fished For 365 In A Row !!!!!!!!!

Woooooooooooo Hooooooooooooo


Congrats !!!!

[FASTEDDIE29]

It truly is an AWESOME accomplishment! GRREAT JOBBBBB!!!:D

[ChaosStarter]

Nice job Mark!!

[johnnyc08]

way to go mark!!!!!! glad to have been a part of it!

[catfishonthelake]

Thank you sooo much guys!!! Thanks for following along and being a part of it!!!

[Wilson]

Andy was telling me your going for 730 days...true:eek::confused:

[catfishonthelake]

Negatory Wilson. Sorry.

[Wilson]

Negatory Wilson. Sorry.
Well don't be sorry. I'm glad you finally came to your senses:D
Good luck out on the water

[catfishonthelake]

LOL. Thanks Wilson.

[johnnyc08]

i heard he was going to fish every one of the 10,000 lakes in Minnesota as his next goal

[catfishonthelake]

That might take awhile.