Wednesday, September 08, 2021 The next morning was overcast and we decided that we would explore more of Cummings Lake. We had a little wind and rain on and off throughout the day. But we also had a little sun which allowed us to dry some of our clothes out. Fishing was slow. Cummings seemed to be filled with 8-10" smallmouth. We were catching them jigging in 30' of water. We would catch them trolling through 15' of water, and on the rocks at shore. The larger fish were few and far between. I can only imagine what this place is like in June. The smallies must be jumping in the boat.

More rains and even bigger storms were on their way so we got off the lake around 4pm and prepped camp for more rain. We hunkerd down under our trap. It poured hard for a while. We measured about 1" of rain in an hour. Nothing like getting all your gear soaked the night before you are going to pack it away. Seems to be the norm in the Boundary Waters.

After the storms passed the sun broke through for a beautiful sunset. I was quickly reminded how beautiful this place it. We quickly ventured with our canoes out onto a huge granite island to take in the views.