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 First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
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09/14/13 09:03 PM
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kayakbassrookie
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Today I went out on Lake Grapevine this morning a little later than i would have liked but better late than never. It was a little breezy to start but i didnt think much of it. I had a target area for bass but made it about halfway when i saw the sandies jumping on shad blown into the rocks. It was at that point that i learned: 1. The wind is a formidable foe in a kayak 2. I need an anchor 3. 1 rod holder is not enough 4. rigging your second rod should be done on shore and not in the wind when the fish are schooling 5. I am ready for the GTG to see the best way to start rigging for fishing 6. After catching my first fish, I am definately hooked on Kayak fishing. 
Last edited by kayakbassrookie; 09/14/13 09:09 PM. Reason: changed pic link
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 Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/14/13 09:23 PM
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jcrash
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Congrats on your first fish. It's a continual learning experience.
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/14/13 09:33 PM
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PiePuncher
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Congrats. It was a little windy out today. I parked right near the fish, so I didn't paddle much.  Congrats and enjoy
OK Prowler
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/14/13 09:42 PM
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Michael Ray
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Congrats sir welcome to the plastic navy its tons of fun
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: jcrash]
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09/14/13 09:55 PM
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District Paddle
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Congrats on your first fish. It's a continual learning experience. This. Congrats. And yes, you will forever evolve. The GTG will be a great way for you to get up to speed without traveling down any dead-end roads. Welcome aboard.
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 01:25 AM
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Nocona Brian
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Congrats, it doesn't take long to figure out what you need or don't on the yak.
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 01:43 AM
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Agent Catfish
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I want a yak so freakin bad...lol
If she likes to fish...shes a KEEPER
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 08:27 AM
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Fishin'Mark
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Congrats man, you gots the mojo! And welcome to the plastic navy, prepare to empty your wallet in support of your new addiction..
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 12:11 PM
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Shaun Russell
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Congrats on your first. You will be learning new kayak fishing techniques for may years to come. In fact I learn something new almost everytime I'm out. The most important thing to remember is to be safe while your out. It's always great to see a newbie coming in to this great sport.
And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.
Matthew 4:19
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
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09/15/13 01:11 PM
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CanadiYak
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Congrats of the first slime welcome aboard 
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 04:56 PM
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KrashCourse
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Congrats man! I found all the same things my first time
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: KrashCourse]
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09/15/13 05:20 PM
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lconn4
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Be careful with the upcoming anchoring lessons. 
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/15/13 10:04 PM
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FWBanger
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Anchors are good but I would also recommend a good drift sock. As you probably noticed. It doesn't take much wind to get pushed around on a yak. A good drift sock helps a lot.
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
[Re: kayakbassrookie]
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09/16/13 01:19 PM
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LastHurrah
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Re: First fish in a Kayak and first lessons in Kayaking
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09/16/13 01:48 PM
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kayakbassrookie
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Out of curiosity, would i use the same trolley rig for the sock as i would with the anchor? For what i was doing i wouldn't have minded slowly drifting, I just didnt want to get blown in to shore like all of the bait fish.
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