Fishing Red River Park the past couple of weeks...

Slow... Slow... Slow... A whitey here and there. A few friends pullin' in perch. Some more than others. Have not seen anyone I know hit their limit. People have been moving around more this year than I noticed other years. I get fairly comfy and hold tight in the shak for most of the day. The last weekend we had the polkas playin' on the laptop. Cracked a few beers and that was most of the excitement. Pa yanked in a nice whitefish. I lost one and lost it at the hole. The fish curled up and I pulled a btg too hard. Took my magic, top secret line and lure. Other than that quiet.

The neighbors had slow going as well. The thing about being on the ice with good friends and family is it's alot more about fishing.

That's why I'm back each weekend! Love the hot coffee early in the am and meeting my pa to gauge what kind of luck we are going to have.

Happy Fishing and Good Luck with all!

Keri

Ice Fishing Dyckesville, Wi

Now, to set things straight, I am not claiming that we are professional ice fisher”men” by any means.  We do know however  a fishing pole, bait and an auger helps!  We also don’t believe that a “pesho” is worth driving 4 miles out just to get lost or put ourselves at risk.  With that said, it’s simply fun to head out early mornings, stop for a cup of coffee, bait and fire  up the woodstove in the shanty and wait to find out if luck is on our side. 

Tomorrow is the first time we’ll be headin’ out.  With the crazy weather, fog and temps dropping we are hoping to get things set up and ready for the season.  And of course … Catch our limit!

“Stay tuned” and will keep you posted!

Keri Tlachac and her pa Ken Tlachac

Electric Ice Auger December 27th 2010

This year we bought our pa an electric ice auger for Christmas.  I received a call today and was informed that it is working great on the bay near Dykesville, WI.  I will keep you posted as the season progresses of pros and cons we encounter.  If you have any experiences with your electric ice auger please post.  Thanks much, Keri Tlachac

Good Times at Cedar Valley Campground, Kewaunee WI

I would like to thank Bill, Eileen, Tyler and Troy Pagel for being such wonderful hosts at Cedar Valley Campground. The Pagel's family owned campground is located in Kewaunee County. This well kept campground offers tons of fun. As a visitor to their newly remodeled bar to taking part as a camper I highly recommend giving them a call to schedule a weekend of fun!

Thanks everyone and keep up the great work!
Keri Tlachac
Wisconsin Country Living

My Pa...

Kenny Tlachac, the Rambler and The Buck...

Kenny Tlachac on the push-button accordian... August 1968

Kenny Tlachac (My Pa) playing for a parade in front of my grandparents’ old bar in Forestville. Al and Clara’s Saloon. This saloon is now owned by Charlie Kroll with the name of The Bull Pen.

Good Times!!!...

Ice Fishing isn't just for adults...

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

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