I was amazed at the surface action of spawning bait-fish and a variety of other fish like carp, gar-pike, sheephead and bass. The water was literally boiling! Surface temps in the pond were in the mid-sixties and it mirrored a mid-May trip out on one of Michigan's many other small lakes.
The action was spotty, as Chris, Brandon and I managed a few small bass and sheephead. The winds picked up and blew at quite a good pace, making the fishing experience in a kayak a little tough. But hey, late December kayak fishing anywhere is a blessing in itself.
I do plan on heading back out this week to another spot, but the weather looks like it is going to make it tough. I think winter is about to officially arrive.
Not your "typical" late December experience for Michigan.
I had a chance to try out the new Quantum baitcasting reel, works perfectly!