Some in with the new

It was a typical trip to the river, full of curveballs. Learn to hit 'em or go home. Stoney's was closed so no camping as we had planned . Punted, and went to Brenda's. Was  happy with the  accomodations and met some  nice people. Sat. started slow but picked up with a flurry of fish around 8-9. Ended banking 4 out of the 12 hooked. Since they kept it at 900, I couldn't chase and snapped off the usual beauties. Afternoon was slow. Too much pounding. Left at 3. New Year's  also started slow but picked up nicely. I landed one, then moved down   into a tail , changed colors (pink to blue and purple)  and hooked 3 fish in 3 casts. I landed 2 of the 3. Nancy got cold, as she wore waders to get across a diversion and didn't wear heavy socks in our rush to get going this morning . So we bagged it   early  and took the long way home, looking at some rivers  I've always wanted to see and possibly fish. Altmar  was very crowded . I'm sure I could have found some space lower, but I know certain areas well  and wanted to actually play with some fish. I  live in a scenic area with tons of outdoor activities right out my door. I drive to the SR for the fish. Period.   I had a blast playing with the ones I hooked. I spoke with a fellow from Ct. that told me he didn't mind the 5 1/2 hr.  drive to find peace and quiet. I laughed and told him I came to the SR for the excitement!  We all live very different lives. I saw Dime and 3 Fan drift by  in a nice boat and say good morning-it was good to see them, I hope they had a great day. Happy New Year guys, I hope all of you have a productive year and get to the river as much as you wish to have some fine times with some fun fish.
 
A few of the cookie cutters
 


 
 
Charlie
 

nice report fichy and great to see some cutters..lol..
That dude from ct came for the solitude ?? Shoot I was all alone on a 300 acre lake yesterday, well had some pike,walleye & perch to keep me company..

Right now hardwater (tomorrow too) is all thats on my mind..
Next weekend I will be making a trip to Salem, ny to walk on some water..
I'll give you a shout to try and pry you away from the river for a day..lol..

Nice report ,,,, Happy New Year to You and Nancy
Take care
Cape

HT, is the hardwater all north of river? do you happen to know if the Sandy is fishable yet?
Thanks for any info
LP

SWEEEEEEET !! looks like i will be seeing You & Mrs. Fichy soon


Edit:
llp
Not sure of you westerners (sandy & such) but most any decent (300 acre) lakes or smaller within the blue line (adk's) are being fished on 4>6+ inch good ice..
with the cold snap the last 2 days the number of water bodies will increase