Patti hadn’t been out since before Christmas and was anxious to go. With the wind and weather (which was a big improvement over Saturday, but that’s not saying much) we headed to fish the back of Beard’s Creek. Didn’t find any concentrations of fish like I expected, but came across a few groups. Water condition was better than out west near Acapulco, and a few times was at 54.5 degrees. Bite was a little slow but we managed 4 fish which included a fat 25 incher and two shorts. Missed a few other strikes. Also caught a 4 pound black bass for good measure. It was alright for a leisure trip. Maybe next time will be better, and Spring is coming.
(After Charles called, figured I’d better edit this post. I wish it was a fat 35 incher.)
Moved to our exact second spot on Saturday and found them on 20 fow!! 
Most of them caught on planer boards and some on freelines. Had DR in front of their noses all the time but no bites !!! 
Ended with eight really fat stripers, 24-26 in, 6-8 lb average, only two small ones, all released. The water is very stained around buffalo and gets a bit better as you get closer to BDI. A lot of fun especially a a great time with my dad reeling them in and enjoying it!!