Windy Willard 4/5

[Freakyfisherman]

I drove into the north entrance on my way home from work this afternoon to check out the water levels and to also see if I could find a likely spot to soak some cut bait.  Hoping to find some cats for the table.  Wind was howling across the lake and pushing up against the east shore in waves. If I can, I really like fishing in areas where the wind is pushing up against the shore.  Walked out a ways around the bay I wanted to fish so my offerings would be upstream from the wind blown current.  Yep, the cats were there and it didn't take long and I had a double.  I proceeded to catch another 4 in the howling wind over the next 45 min.  Not fast fishing but fun for sure.  These aren't contest fish, but I love Willard cats on the table or smoker.  Standard cookie cutters up to 23" long. It was cold, but heck I go ice fishing, so I'm not complaining.

Some of my best fishing trips have been in the most horrible conditions. I have had great days from the shore on Willard bay when the wind crashed the waves into the dikes, especially for wipers. Nice job
Gabe