Ice Fishing isn't just for adults... Heaven's no! Heading out early Saturday morning to Rite's Cove (Ernie's), Brussels, WI was just the treat for little Landen. Although only five years old he pitched right in the action. Helping catch rosies for our hooks and making sure he had conversation every time the shanty fell silent.
He showed off one of my BIG catches of the day by making me take a picture. Although the perch were not of a significant size Landen had a blast making sure they ALL got in the bucket. Large or small, smelt or white fish... anything that came up from the ice fishing hole was a keeper.
After a few hours the tip ups started popping... With his dad heading out and asking Landen to stay put because of the cold weather, it only took a matter of minutes for him to decide to follow. "He must of caught a huge one, Keri", "He MUST have!", "Seriously!"... "Well, you better get your coat and gloves on and check it out", I replied"
Landen came sprinting back with a nice size white fish and made sure it made it's way to the bucket as well.
After several hours one just simply needs to stretch a bit. I have to admit for a five year old Landen did very well maintaining his composer and fighting a bit of boredom. With a little help of some candy and grape juice he was back full force ready for the second half of the day.
The rest of the day was grilling a bit of venison and simply enjoying some tranquility. Leaving all the world' issues on shore and watching little Landen play with his pooch, Duke.
Priceless...
Keri Tlachac
Wisconsincountryliving.com
January 31, 2009
Photos & article approved by Andy LaFond
