Scupper plugs

[Charkbait]

pool noodles are the cheapest. It's also a good idea if you are taking long trips to pack the sides of the seat with noodles. In the even that you have a leak it's good to know you won't sink. I've brought in a good bit of water on a couple rough days taking it through the hatches. 8 hours in 3 footers will get you a couple gallons if you aren't careful.

[Oceanoma]

I caught a nice bass last Thursday. I was actually in the Nassawango Creek - just a little west of where it dumps into the Pocomoke. Check out the photo I posted under Freshwater - Nice Job First Timers. I wish I would have gotten a better photo. That's the first time Oliver parted with the kayak since we bought it together and I took advantage of having it - was out there Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The bass are there - but I'm having a hard time setting the hook. I missed several.

Back to the scupper plugs - I just want to say that whatever anybody uses - make sure they are easy to pull out. I'm having a hard time getting the kayak onto the SUV. The Prowler is wonderful - cuts through the water like a knife. I was able to paddle against the wind and incoming tide with ease - but that thing is heavy and it is a struggle for me to get it up onto the roof racks. It's even a bit hard for me to turn it over to let the water out. It is so nice to just yank the plugs and let the water drain. As I said - I'm only getting water from what drips (splashes) off the paddles - but it is enough to make the kayak heavier. Guess we weren't thinking about the fact that Oliver is 6'1" but Oma is only 5'2"!!!!!!! Good thing I'm strong.

Back to the bass question - I'm going to post a question about the Pocomoke and tides on the Freshwater Forum. Anybody out there with knowledge of bass and tides - HELP!