Big Ben Ends his trip with a BANG!

OK - you saw Ben a couple of days ago when Ed took him out night fishing.  Now you can see him on his own - catching this monster 7 lb. large mouth - all by himself.  Actually, Ben had just bought his boat from a friend - Clint is it true that boat had never seen so many big fish.  Well I say he was by himself; actually Melissa was his guide and you can see, she showed him the way.  Another patient, forgiving pretty girlfriend that endures her man and that awful fishing habit.  Not only did they start in the 100 degree heat; but they fished on into the night and you see Melissa finally got in on the action.  What a sweetheart she is!  Ben and Melissa went home happy - and are trying to book another room @ Kentucky Lake in the near future.

Craig is back on the Tournament Trail!!!

Craig had a busy Saturday and Sunday this week-end.  He fished a buddy tournament on Saturday in 100 degree heat with Harold Knight - then Sunday he fished an individual tournament - also in 100 degree temperatures.  Needless to say - he was hot (in more ways then one)!

Saturday Craig fished the Christmas for Kids Tournament going out of Kentucky Dam with Harold Knight of Knight & Hale Game Calls.  It had 57 boats in it - and "THEY WON" !  They fished on Barkley,  fishing main river ledges 6 - 12 foot deep.  They threw jigs and crank baits.  They weighed in 24 lb. 9 oz.  They were culling 4 pounders by 11 AM.  Caught 40 keepers total and didn't even feel the heat!  Way to go Harold and Craig!

On Sunday he fished the BFL going out of Kentucky Dam.  That was an individual tournament and Craig fished with 10 inch worms south of the 68 Bridge with Brandon Owens.  Craig weighed in 20 lbs. 13 oz. and tied for 7th.  His co-angler, Brandon weighed in 16 lbs. 5 oz.  Craig cashed another check "c h a c h i n g".  He now is signing autographs @ out place on Thursday evenings - 5 - 6.  Way to kick butt Craig - you now have all the Yank kicked out of you.  Craig would be happy to show his style - just go to his website and give him a call.  He will see you on the lake!

Big Ben Conquers the Beast on Kentucky Lake!

Eddie took Ben and Melissa out for some good ole night fishin on Kentucky Lake - and Ben put it to them.  The way I understand it, he handed out a certain amount of grief cause Ed wasn't keepin up.  Now come on Ben - you know he let you catch more lol.  It is so steaming hot down here and Ben and Melissa have been fishing in 100 degree weather and y'all know how hot it is.  But here are some photos of Ben and his fish!

Cameron shows the Old Guys how it is Done!!!

Ed  took out Steve and Cameron today and boy did Cam show them a few pointers on fishing in 100 degree weather.  It was a short trip but Cam was able to show Ed and Steve how to catch the nice fish.  If they are lucky, when Cam gets a little older, he'll tell them his secrets.  Way to go Cam.

Russ catches a BIG ONE on Kentucky Lake

This is pictures of Russell Waggoner after a trip with Craig.  Craig is going to fire me - I am so sorry for the delay in getting these on.  I understand one of these was a 7 pounder.  There was also a guy  (name not known) who had some luck on Kentucky Lake.  I think Craig said these were caught on a ledge with a big worm.  If that's not right, Craig will let me know (I hope).  See you on the Lake.

Craig plays chauffour - and Elizabeth plays Reporter!

Thank goodness for our undercover reporter Elizabeth Roberts.  Elizabeth (and her unnamed photographer) visited the final weigh in @ Paris, TN.  Because all the pros know her, she was able to get pictures with these guys and they were more than willing.  The tournament officials did keep a close watch on the photographer (still don't know his name) but here are some great shots.  While Elizabeth was getting the 411 on land - Craig was requested (see how impotent he is) by Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona of ESPN Bassmasters to follow KVD and see what his final day went.  Haven't talked to Craig since, I think he is still in Paris signing autographs.  Oh brother.  We all don't need that.  The pictures are of Elizabeth and Jason Quinn; Boyd Duckett; Kelly Jordan and of course "the man"  KVD.    See you on the Lake!

YES NIKKI - You Did Catch the Biggest Fish - Great Week/Great Memories

Eddie and Jays oldest daughter brought her two daughters down and had a girls week @ the lake.  Who would have thought it would be so much fun.  We did some bank fishing during the day and night fishing for the grown ups (even though Nikki - turns 15 again everytime she is around fishing and the lake).  Kaitlynn is our oldest grandchild and Karaline is our youngest grandchild.  PawPaw is putty in their hands.  I worked behind the scenes on food and Pawpaw was their lake guide.  The weather was so "HOT", but boat rides, sandy beaches and lake swims made everyone have a good time.  Also those late night camp fires with plenty of Smores made it all worthwhile.  We will miss them - but we look forward to the next trip!  See yu on the lake!