Red sky in the morning sailors warning, red sky at night sailors delight. In any case pack a boonie hat, nothing's works better for the rain.

So I went early in the morning and in the end no T-storm happened that day.  Took everyone's advice, thanks! 

 

Of course I didn't catch any bass...this year has been strange so far, my normal spots aren't producing.  They aren't where they normally are, the water temp was 67 and it 70 mid morning....I lost one small bass with a last shake near my kayak.  I did however land Crappies and one jumbo perch which was a pleasant surprise.  I haven't seen one in a long time there because of the "bucket brigade".  All on a black back/cht crankbait.  The good news it gave me some confidence using a crankbait which was a goal I set myself this year.

I've remained on a lake and see a tree get struck on shore because the bite just kept going. I tend to push things a bit far though. The older I get the quicker it seems I pack it in. But, I won't call the day off for a "chance" unless I get to the launch and its already lightening.