Phil Lilley

I don't remember you post or attaching many photos in the past??? I'm looking into it.

I wonder why... aren't the walleye catching at these tournaments on BS tough in recent years? I wonder if that's the reason?

Prov 3:21-26 My son, do not lose sight of these— keep sound wisdom and discretion, and they will be life for your soul and adornment for your neck. Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden terror or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes, for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught. For George & Debbie- this is a promise from the Almighty God. As His child, you are given wisdom as you reach and search for it and this is the promise- you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden terror or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes, for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught. As gut wrenching as this may seem to others who don't know the peace of God that passes all natural understanding, walk in that peace and know God is in control. He is faithful, and He loves you both with a love that isn't matched in all the universe. In that, you both can stand on the Rock of your salvation. Father, Be glorified in the lives of George and Debbie, in their circumstance, in their words and actions. You are our Creator and Healer. Show Yourself faithful in all things. Help them to trust. Build their faith and relationship with You. And touch the lives around them through this event. In Jesus' Name, Amen

Are you talking about the Pothole or someplace on the lake?

Here's the pic.

#2 - Who caught the Rainbow wearing a baseball cap? Babler #4 - Uh... is it cold out there or are ya just camera shy? COLD!!

I have not fished with any other guide other than Gabe Cross or John Berry. I would recommend John just because he's a major contributor on this forum and the fact I've fished with him.

Hats are being ordered tomorrow. 4 styles, a dozen each for starters.

Oh- look under Powersite Dam/Tailwaters. I posted the report, my report there.

Hey- it was a good pull on 4-pound line! And I had thoughts about smok'in him. Real pretty fish.

You keep talking about those custom rogues everyone's gonna want some... do Tim and Buster still take orders?

Matt- then you could get an eye witness account from Brian... which is much better!

Pinned at the top of each topic is a place where you can see river levels, or at least links to sites that show levels. There's one for the Eleven Point.

Bill Babler, Bill Beck and myself drove to the River Run Ramp below Powersite Dam this morning- got there about 6:45 am just as the sun was rising. It was cold! Put the boat in and headed up to the dam. Level is 659, about 5 feet over power pool. The rock pile was just under the water. Water was coming over the spillway some but not hard. It increased as time went on though till it was roaring over when we left (about 9 a.m.). Water was running thru the turbines too. We threw suspending rouges, swimming minnows and white jigs at them. Caught 4 rainbows (3 dinks and the one Bill has) and one carp (Bill again holding). The carp hit an 1/8th oz jig. I thought I had something good... and did... but it wasn't the right fish. Wanted a walleye. Headed down to Barker- no luck. High skies to blame. Should have gone yesterday. Speaking of signs (Roaring River), this sign is alittle hard to read. This will move the forum to the right a bit but it's a panaramic pic of the Forsyth side of the lake. Notice all the trees and brush has been removed.

You might check out Leonard's report- he fished while the water was high and did real well. Porblem is space is limited if you're wading. Outlets. Boat- drifting has been very good.

I've always told people who are going thru difficult situations... death of a loved one, sickness, big time stress... that those times there's kind of a fork in the road. They are opportunities to change directions. God is real- just look around you. He desires us to seek Him. So in these times, one can seek help and insight from God or go about it the same old way... usually the same way we got ourselves in trouble in the first place. Rambling on... sorry. Father, Patricia is in a difficult place. I ask that You show her that You care about this, You care about her and love her every much... so much you died for her so that she could know you intimately. I ask that she would find comfort in You and she would learn even more that You will work all things for her good. You are faithful- beyond all we could ever know. Thanks! In Jesus' Name, Amen

What are you referring to?

The shop there below the dam posts reports here sometimes but doesn't start till spring.. I guess. If someone knows them or another bait shop or marina in the area, give them a call and tell them to post. Honestly, I don't understand why bait shops are so closed lipped about giving reports out... internet is the only way to go anymore. If you call them, they act like it's an inconveince to answer the question.

I almost walked away from the game after the first half... glad I didn't. Great game. The teams I would like to see in the SB made it- cool. Should be a good game.

Illinois River near Gore, OK More Information

Good report- thanks.

John- you can buy a stamp and it's good till March 08. Have fun!

That's what I was afraid of... wind.

ok Firefox is acting up for me for some reason. The forum is working about half way. Some images aren't loading. Might have to reinstall.

Sleet here. None sticking to trees though. I wonder how Springfield is making out?