We recently went on our annual Lake Gogebic fishing trip. Our friends Jerry and Lynn graciously host us every year. The fishing was slow this year, but the tranquility of the lake and the breathtaking scenery is worth the trip even if the fish weren't biting. Lake Gogebic is known for its large walleye and jumbo perch...unfortunately, there was mayfly hatch right before we got there, so the fish had plenty to eat without us trying to give them bait to take. Michael spent three days with my parents, so Russell and I were able to get away without interruption to do some serious fishing.
Our gracious fishing guide, Jerry. I will humbly admit that Jerry won our annual fishing contest this year!!!
Russell driving the boat and fishing
The jumbo perch we caught
The gorgeous sunset one night while we were fishing. Here's the step-by-step play of the sunset. It was absolutely fantastic.
Then I put my telephoto lens on and captured this:
We usually fish in the pontoon boat in the mornings, and the 16 ft deep fisherman boat at night. Here are some shots of the pontoon boat/dock at sunset.
The Upper Michigan area is known for its population of bald eagles. Here we spotted a large bald eagle nest on Lake Cisco.
A photo of the Lake Gogebic from Jerry and Lynn's house during the day
I don't know how familiar folks are with loons, but the Upper Michigan lakes have a large aboundance of loons habitating the lakes although they are becoming an endangered species. Loons are beautiful birds that have beautiful and striking calls to communicate. They can fly but cannot walk on land, and they are excellent swimmers and divers in the lakes. So they are ALWAYS close to water. Here are some closeup shots I was able to get of these fascinating birds.
It was another great time at the lake. Thanks Jerry and Lynn for hosting us once again!
