From the book, North American Fishing*,

"In a general sense, you locate fish by evaluating the place that you are fishing, watching water conditions to determine where fish may be and how to present lures or bait to them. This is referred to in a general way as "reading water," and is done in all types of environments, especially in freshwater. It is sometimes easier in rivers than in still waters (ponds, lakes and reservoirs) because many elements are more obvious. For example, in current, any kind of sizable obstruction (boulder, bridge footing, pier, etc.) creates a slack pocket where fish can lie without exerting much effort and watch for food; these are readily located."

*The premier guide to angling in freshwater and saltwater, Ken Schultz, Fishing Editor of Field &Stream. Carlton Books, 2001
Photo: The Grand River, York, Ontario.  lbwalker

Smile for Today ~ Fall Maple

"My brothers would point at me. . ." ~

Excerpt from MOON WALK by MICHAEL JACKSON ~

In the summer of 1968 we were introduced to the music of a family group that was going to change our sound and our lives. They didn't all have the same last name, they were black and white, men and women, and they were called Sly and the Family Stone. They had some amazing hits over the years, such as "Dance to the Music," "Stand," "Hot Fun in the Summertime." My brothers would point at me when they heard the line about the midget standing tall and by now I'd laugh along. We heard these songs all over the dial, even on the rock stations. They were a tremendous influence on all of us Jacksons and we owe them a lot."

~ MOON WALK by MICHAEL JACKSON, singer-songwriter, musician (1958 - 2009) William Heinemann London 1988