Polly, Malberg, and a long day trip to Fishdance
by pcallies
We went out fishing about 10:45 under the only overcast sky of the whole trip. I caught my first ever bluegill; even though I'd never caught one, there was no doubt about its identity -- what a distinctive fish. I also caught two small walleyes that we kept.
We met a couple of friendly solo paddlers who were out fishing from their camp near the Louse River portage into Malberg. We traded stories about the poor fishing we'd been experiencing. They kindly offered some extra food when they learned that we rely on fish for protein. Having caught just enough and having enough lunch options to improvise dinner, we graciously declined. It's always very cool to meet fellow experienced wilderness travelers.
Out for another two hours of fishing in the afternoon. Many bites, a couple small northerns, but nothing to keep. A small walleye filet for each and Uncle Ben’s wild rice for dinner.