Shoshone lake report

[Belasko]

Went with three friends and my son for our annual Shoshone lake outting in Yellowstone. Like usual it started out early and we were at old faithful for licenses and float tube permits just after nine. During the inspection we were informed foreign items like granola and bread crumbs are a major concern, especially in the pockets of the tubes and we needed to get those out. Last i checked granola was practically indigenous to Yellowstone. Anyway we were soon on the way again. The hike I was pleasant as usual and were were on the water just before noon. Unfortunately the winds were the worst we've seen there. But we were going to fish either way. Took a while to get on the fish. The weed beds weren't as near to the inlet as they have been in the past but we did find them and got on the fish. Over three plus hours we landed about 55 fish give or take a few plus several hits. All were macs from 18-22" with the majority 19". We also landed one pale brookie. Saw some good sized waves but they were manageable and getting back to our put in was fairly easy going with the wind. Finally started the hike back just after 4pm. Had dinner at the buffalo bar in west (the Black and Tan burger was awesome) before heading back home. Always look forward to this trip every year.
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