Never did a run to JD but those have gone say they catch so many during the prime 1-2 month window that they get tired and I have seen the photos!
I'm planning on a trip to the Big 'D' before I relocate with my fellow forum buds on the Oregon Fishing Forum.
Prineville is a great spot to be in since it gives you a starting point for so many bodies of water like the D, Crooked, Craine Prairie, etc.
Must of been hard for you to leave!