BilletHead

I am always a slow learner. She and Duane both had one before me and my second was caught after them also. I do like the megabsss but . BilletHead

That only means we did not spend enough time talking about you. BilletHead

Well I be darned man this is a small world. Yes you found me. Glad to help only wish I had seen you sooner. I believe in Karma, what goes around comes around, Even if it didn't I would help. BilletHead

Upper Bull, So we have been trying to get together for awhile. Everyone's day off needed to get into sync. So we got the call from Duckydoty he had a plan. So I ask what do we need to bring gear wise? Nothing, nothing at all. Now we have junk, lots of junk and it felt really strange going on a fishing trip with nothing. Did not have to hurry or be on the water early. Not a normal trip for us. We meet at Duane's house just missing getting to see Monachari. Follow the Duane rig to the launch to be greeted to beautiful skies and no wind to speak of. Unloaded and across the water we went to the first spot. So here is what we are going to do the captain says. Throw this here jerkbait over there. Jerk it six or seven times to get it down to the bottom in the mud. We will work it off to the drop off by letting it sit still for five, six or seven seconds. Give it a jerk and let it sit again. Repeat, repeat and repeat again. Bites can be on the pause on the jerk just watch your line and keep in contact with it. This we did as we shot the bull then Pat squeals I got one! Skipper leaps into action with coaching and the net. Success and number one is boated, We did good he says one is a good day and we may not get another. Soon Ducky has one on. it was all exciting until we seen the fish. Awe Crud it was one of those stinkin bass. I had the net ready but Duane says bass cannot touch the net or boat. Worse than having a banana on board, Duane hooks up again this time a real fish, A bit later I contact one, Mrs. BilletHead strikes again! Then Duane gets jinxed and begins to slay the stinkin bass, Some of them get the boot out of the boat, So we are fishing along and I say just what are these baits all about and what are they? These are megabass jerk baits. 25 bucks each, WHAAAAT yes. Are you kidding me? Nope. Now the BilletHead's don't do this . Heard about these but not that into bass or special 25 buck baits. THEN not too many casts later something happens probably because I am thinking of having 25 bucks on the end of my line SNAP and there it goes with out the line attached really far and disappears. I about puked. I got more Duane says. We ended up with two walleye each and Duane had one big crappie try to choke down a 25 buck megabass. Many, many stinkin green bass. Another photo before the fillet party began, Stories were told, notes were shared and we had a great day of fellowship of alike minds. Did any of you forum members ears burn yesterday? Was it you we talked about? . Great day and thanks Duane. We will make this happen again friend, The BilletHeads This post has been promoted to an article

Well done Seth, You have some good groceries there young man. I concur that drive across Kansas. The best thing about that drive across Kansas IMO is what mountain states will be awaiting on the other side . BilletHead

Made sense to me tjm, might be how you are reading it. Nanofil casts great , he does not use mono for anything except leaders. When I use spinning gear I do the same. As Snagged asked what knot do you use? There was a discussion about that last year. Lots of knots available. Some being a pain to tie if you don't do it all the time. Snagged said something about the surgeons knot. I used that knot and only that knot during Jig Fest last year. A triple of four turn knot. I went through three jigs in three long fishing days landing many fish, BilletHead

I think it is pretty funny Wrench , I have been accused of having bats in my belfry. BilletHead Jr. is in pest control. Bass Pro called his employer for a bat in the store. He responded with an extendable pole with a mouse sticky trap on the end got the bat caught. High ceilings prevented netting the little rodent. He did his best to clean the bat and released it. Bats are cool. Last week on the warmest day we had there was one that warmed up enough he was out hunting in the late afternoon. I wouldn't doubt he may be out this afternoon again if it gets as warm as predicted. BilletHead

Also if you are able to get Shaw's Duck, duck ,goose cookbook your eyes will be opened on waterfowl. BilletHead

I would suggest a quick sear on each side of the skin on duck breast fillets. Eat rare to medium rare. Best over charcoal. I like my goose (Canada) cut thin on the bias and not overcooked for fajitas. I have posted several dishes on this site the cooking thread. May take some time to search but they are all there. Also visit Hank Shaw's Hunter Angler Gardener Cook website and explore it. BilletHead

The BilletHead's always enjoy your posts Lance including the magic on posting those fine stringers of crappie! BilletHead

You know Gavin I only liked it raw. Well when trying this recipe the head right out of the oven after roasting smelled pretty good. I tasted it as the Mrs. was breaking it apart. Not too shabby I thought. Good and healthy until the sauce was made including 6 tablespoons of butter . That took it over the top.... I will revisit the roasting and eating part again. Need to transition to better healthy foods sometimes, BilletHead

@Flysmallie Its that time of the year buddy and I waited as long as I could to post this for you. BilletHead never forgets anything

Nice RPS, Looks a bit like what we did today. What a way to prepare meat IMO, Enlighten me Richard on why the oil and then butter? I went with straight butter. As I was searing the Mrs. Made whisky cream sauce for the first time. Wonderful , BilletHead

Something new tried just today. Pictures in step order. We may be farting fire later this afternoon! Pretty yummy, BilletHead http://chiwulff.com/2018/12/07/the-friday-feast-7-december-cajun-buffalo-cauliflower-with-crumbled-blue-cheese/

Straw Hat, I am a couple counties North West of you. The whole gun buying deal is becoming quite the debacle now. It can be a mess. Funny you can buy face to face with another person. When it comes to buying from a dealer you have to jump through hoops. I agree we need to make sure firearms need to be sure to go to legal purchasers period. We have quite the story about a purchase if I get a chance I will share with you. BilletHead

That is about as excited as I have ever seen that guy. Seen him with wide open eyes when I let him open up and run the jet last year at jig fest . BilletHead

Cajun Sauce Piquant on todays menu. The best part was smelling it cook for what seemed forever, The very best part was the eating, BilletHead

Did he get excited at all ? 😉 BilletHead

I second this recommendation Straw Hat. This is what the BilletHead's use for daily carry. Ours are the one with the exposed hammer. Mine has a crimson trace installed. I don't believe we are far from you. Also you are welcome to try one of ours anytime. Just let me know and we will get it done. They are simple, straightforward and very safe, BilletHead

Well done my young friend and crew! Really couldn't of happened to a better guy(s). The Leviathan has been caught and released . Ready to be caught again, BilletHead

You guys are living the dream Mitch! Well done boys and keep it up, BilletHead's

Did the violators clean their sculpin to go with the fish fry? 😀 They were rocking the bomber hats! BilletHead

Yea but buddy you can throw on some oak chunks or a piece of fruitwood to get a little smoked. Even for the quick sear it is like WOW. But I don't hurry much anymore and it is time well spent. BilletHead

Oh my if he left the five county area it would be like a vampire seeing daylight, POOF he gone! BilletHead

Valentine's day, pffft ! Everyday is Valentine's day in BilletHeadVille. BilletHead