Mountainryan Posted January 12, 2023 Report Share Posted January 12, 2023 Nothing quite cuts the fishing time as having kids… I have a 5yo girl and a 3yo boy. They are able to hang longer in the boat so it does get better lol. I spend all the time I can with them, including when building baits. I usually work at a station in my living room. So they are always watching and asking questions. My 5yo has been asking to make a bait with me so of course I couldn’t say no. She picked the bait to make. She stood close by as I did the dangerous bits like the bandsaw but helped cut the joints, watched me carve and did a bunch of sanding. Then I asked her to draw how she wanted to paint it. Here is her drawing ( including where wood would show through!) yes her favorite color is “rainbow”. She did a bit of airbrushing the baits base coat as well. This bait is going to be tied on a lot this year. Hope it hurts some feelings haha. El_Weruso, Jonnybass64, Adonelan75 and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbass Posted January 12, 2023 Report Share Posted January 12, 2023 That is awesome.....you will remember that your entire life. Great job Mountainryan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthefisherman Posted January 12, 2023 Report Share Posted January 12, 2023 That is amazing! A special bait for sure Mountainryan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil A. Posted January 12, 2023 Report Share Posted January 12, 2023 Rather you only keep it for memories, decide to fish it, or both, that bait actually looks like it would be a smallmouth killer. Definitely special and good luck if you do fish it! Mountainryan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Epp Posted January 13, 2023 Report Share Posted January 13, 2023 Awesome process and great looking bait! I showed my 7 year old and he said her lure looks awesome! I have 4 sons (oldest is 7), and I treasure the time we share in the shop together and fishing. You are SO right that fishing with kids is MUCH different than fishing alone or with a buddy, but it can be so much fun. Each of my older boys has some baits (spinners, micro cranks, and jig heads) they have helped make, paint, or both. That time you are sharing with them, as well as the fishing efficiency you are sacrificing, is an incredibly worthwhile investment!!! Dad-respect to you man! Mountainryan and danthefisherman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted January 14, 2023 Report Share Posted January 14, 2023 This is the coolest thing ever! Well done to both of you! Big Epp and Mountainryan 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlOwCrAwL Posted January 14, 2023 Report Share Posted January 14, 2023 Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossyback Angler Posted January 14, 2023 Report Share Posted January 14, 2023 Outstanding. Bait looks great, and more importantly building memories for you and your daughter. Definitely keep us updated when it gets bit. Mountainryan and Big Epp 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacksonF Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 (edited) Very cool! Edited January 15, 2023 by JacksonF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogervang Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 This is awesome! You guys will definitely hook memories with this bait. Big Epp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim137a Posted January 15, 2023 Report Share Posted January 15, 2023 Way cool sharing the moment with your child. Big Epp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.