Pike, Walleye and Muskie

[Skunk City]

Got out last weekend for a bit before work to scout the river out in a few of high water spots. Had a good morning with a handful of 30"+ fish including this pretty girl. Fish are in full blown spawn mode, as one chunk sprayed eggs all over me and my gear. I know they don't successfully spawn in NJ, but as always did my best for a quick photo and safe release.

This past weekend I decided it was time to bust out the boat for its maiden voyage of 2018. Got on the water 730 sunday morning to an area I've had my eyes on and was greeted by a stiff wind, way more than the 5-10 they forcasted. Gave it hell, but came up short. Relocated around noon to seek refuge from the wind and found some active mid-day Walleyes with a bonus Muskie mixed in. Had a nice flurry of action before packing it in around 230. No boat/motor/trailer issues and managed a few fish, not bad for a shakedown run.