[Jim in CT]

My middle son's school had a day off this week, so I took the day and did another trip with CT freshwater guide Paul Mueller, who also fishes the Bassmaster Elite tournament series when not guiding.

It's really a fun, enjoyable trip for kids (I love it too). He uses his electronics to find schools of perch, crappie, and smallmouth.

In 4 hours, we boated 4-5 smallies (my son landed one about 4.5 pounds), and probably landed 30-40 yellow perch, white perch, and crappie. Kept enough for one delicious meal.

I didn't know there was such a diverse and dependable fishery in Connecticut's lakes. And he's a terrific guide, very laid back and friendly and fun. A terrific trip for kids, only 4 hours and very steady action. A wonderful fishery.