lake eagan boat ramp

The line at the new Lake Eagan boat ramp is no joke!

I got out to do some freshwater fishing only once these past few days and, like the above title states, I threw everything — plus the kitchen sink — for a bite. 90 degree water temperatures sure don’t help, either. With these kind of temps, even the most sound bass fishing techniques are going to produce some sloooowww results. You really only have about 3 hours in the morning before the “Africa Heat” sets in, so temper expectations for a big day on the water.

On the upside of things, Lake Eagan, also known as Fellsmere Grade, our new fully stocked lake by the Stickmarsh, has finally opened as of this writing. For you old-timers like me, a picture of the ramp reminded me of a photo a friend sent me of the days of a grand opening of a Winn Dixie store — people waiting in lines hours before the doors were open. I think I’ll give it some time before I spend time on the waters there.