Well I picked up a yak on Saturday cleaned it up and waited for the opertunity to take it out on its maiden voyage.

I was going to go to Colorado Bend State Park to chase some whites, but being spring break decided against it. Instead I went to a little pond on FT Hood. Like the title says placed on a hill got in and slid into the water. Instead of a gradual incline I went into a hole. Pushed the nose in and took on water over the front of the cockpit. Need less to say I got wet. Pulled it back out drained the water and managed to launch for 15 minutes before it started getting dark. Managed these in the short time on the water.












All were ought and brought to hand on my 3wt TFO BVK. Foam bug for the gills, and #14 jig hook wooly bugger for the bass. The ne from last months fly challenge of the month.
I did learn a few things on this short trip, one I need to install a anchor trolley and anchor, and maybe some outriggers until I get comfortable in my new toy.

Congratulations on the kayak and on the sliming of the kayak, well done.

Thanks Eric. I'm hooked! Slimed both ways, lol fish and pond scum.

Nice post! Congrats on the new yak. I guarantee you'll be looking at other yaks in the near future. It's an addiction!

I'll stick to my ranger unless I can get out on the bank and fish with a yak. BUT great maiden voyage mbarker! Good fish

You gotta love green sunfish. Congrats on a soggy... I'm mean successful launch on the maiden voyage.

Good job! That yellow gurgler gets 'em every time. As far as going submarine, at least you kept it up-side right. Believe me, it won't be the last time you get wet in a kayak. Enjoy your new ride. I wish I had bought one years ago.

Kirk

Thanks everyone. Added my anchor to it this afternoon. Head out to work tomorrow night, but going to go get wet Tuesday or Wednesday at CBSP once the girls are back in school wife at work, and three days to myself.

Solid post and some nice fish. Good job and thanks for sharing.