Sterling Forest Slime Dart
 

We all know the Q&A:

"When do you fish?" And we often respond with: "When I can".

Today was one of those days. I decided to hop across into Orange County, NY to fish one of the lakes in Sterling Forest. Rode my mountain bike to the spot so in case I got the skunk, I would at least get in some exercise and enjoy the great scenery and have it all to myself. I ran into a man and his dog the entire time there, not a single other soul, coming or going.

20 MPH N, NW winds were not favorable conditions for beating the bank.

However, a husky slime dart decided to cooperate. With the head shakes and pulling, I thought it might be a rainbow or brownie, but knew for sure it wasn't a bass; no diving, violent tugs. I was quite surprised to be greeted by Mr. Dart. Didn't have time for a weight or measurement 'cause I wanted to get him quickly back into the drink, unharmed. Needless to say, this guy did NOT go hungry over the winter. My 1st fish of 2017. :D

From the recent posts on the forum, seems like quite a few of you are well on your way to a great '17.

Tite lynes Jerzee Boyz!

K-Rocks

Re: Sterling Forest Slime Dart
 

Looks good, and +1 for nabbing a fish in that weather.

Anyone else notice the early season slime darts have that red/pink color to their jaw?

Re: Sterling Forest Slime Dart
 

That's a good start. Everyone likes to hate on the old Snot Rocket, but they always seem to participate when everything else is slow!