I love the spring time when the fishing is at it’s best. I recently moved to Illinois from Las Vegas in August of 2007. Las Vegas has one water hole and that’s Lake Mead which really produces small numbers of bass and a load of boat traffic. In the mid west there are tons of fishing holes.

So far so good:

After 4 fishing outings I was very impressed with each outcome. I have fished 3 different ponds to date and I am in the process of mapping out a few more spots. I do have a honey spot, but I can’t share it. This honey spot has produced great numbers and good size bass.

Results so far:

Outing #1 - 2 Bass, 14 Pan Fish

Outing #2 - 2 Bass, 1 Golden Shiner, 11 Pan Fish

Outing #3 - 22 Bass, 8 Pan Fish (Honey Spot)

Outing #4 - 17 Bass, 15 Pan Fish (Honey Spot)

The largest bass was 3 pounds 4 ounces. The Pan Fish that I caught at the Honey Spot were the largest Pan Fish I have ever seen. They weighed anywhere from 12 ounces to 1 pound!

Are there any other anglers in Illinois that read this blog?