@flatcreek made the drive out to Lake Oconee today to take me out fishing on his boat and show me a lot of the lake I have not accessed with my kayak. First off, he's a nice guy and I enjoyed spending the day with him and the conversation throughout the morning and afternoon.

 

As for the fishing, well, it was a tough day out there. I think he landed three on the day (maybe four) and I ended up with two. None were worthy of a photo op, but it was nice that neither of us got shut out. Hopefully the lake continues to cool and things pick up soon.

 

What was interesting for me is that I caught both of mine on an underspin with a paddle tail. First off, I never fish those. But I had one in my tackle because it belonged to my father who passed away last October. I had kept some of his tackle, but most of what he had was for northern pike and he didn't really have any bass gear. Since he passed away I have wanted to catch something on one of his old baits and it finally happened today.

 

So, it was a beautiful day on the lake with good company and we landed a few fish. Thanks @flatcreek, I hope we can do it again. I'm more than happy to drive out your way next time.

Your welcome sir, it was a pleasure meeting and fishing with you today.We’ll have to fish together again this Fall when the water cools a bit.I look forward to it.

Congratulations to you on the fine job on The Lodge!