This makes me appreciate where I live and that I fly fish. This looks like my worst fishing nightmare being shoulder to shoulder with that many people. I am spoiled to have world class fishing and few people on the river. Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for posting

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Ebub, we have fantastic fishing in Missouri with thousands of acres of lakes, thousands of miles of beautiful streams to float but, our climate doesn't lend itself to trout fishing except in large springs like Bennett and tail race water below large dams. Even then we do not have natural spawning and have to depend on hatcheries to stock them. Thanks so much for stopping by and taking your time to respond to my channel.

Nope. It's like fishing at the mall. I prefer to avoid the other humans. lol

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Hey buddy, been thinking about that pond!!!!! I agree, it's like having birthday, a one time a year affair. Otherwise, it's remote waters and a kayak for me. Thanks for watching, give me a call when you want to go fishing.

@plantcitychuck2551

5 жыл бұрын

I am with ya on that one.

@OutdoorMishaps

5 жыл бұрын

LOL fishing at the mall.. that's great.

@josephfrench9177

5 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Tippy Dam here in Michigan fishing for Steelhead

@deeem-tee799

5 жыл бұрын

At some point as the camera pans around, looks like they re corralling cattle. I cant get over the gent standing out in the stream in front of a bank of folks casting on either side of his legs.

Call me anti-social, but THIS ain't MY idea of fishing.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Most of us would feel that if we hadn't grown up with the tradition over the years. Thanks for taking time to comment.

@russb296

5 жыл бұрын

May as well go to the fish market

@SargesAdventures

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, I live right down the road from Bennett and do not go near the place at this time..

@medtech1a

5 жыл бұрын

Darrell Logan I agree. Wide open spaces and that isn’t it.

@314WESTERN

5 жыл бұрын

It looks totally surrealistic.

All this mess for what? 7" corn feed stocked trout(carp) ?

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

@zemphorp9605

4 жыл бұрын

Not a lot of trout fishing opportunities in Missouri, and I’ve caught a 6lb trout there

@srt_spyder

3 жыл бұрын

You gotta start some where

Jerry, I'm totally amazed when I see what people will do to catch the allusive trout. Dedicated trout fishermen one and all. Very sorry to here that Sharon is having more surgery, our prayers are with her.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim. Sharon Is having foot surgery on each foot. She has some very painful bunions. She will have about 6 weeks of recovery for each one. She should still be able to troll which is what she loves to do. And, yes, trout fishermen are a very close knitted and determined group. Thanks again, you are a very special viewer.

I love this video! I haven't been to Bennett in 25+ years, and we would go to opening day with my grandfather. Thank you for this!

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

I love this comment because I have had the same relationship with family and Bennett. The only difference is it is 80 years instead of 25 LOL. Thanks Ann for watching and taking time to comment.

Seeing that reminds me of the opening days with my dad freezing temperatures and thousands of people. Catch a few and you warm up and just keep going. Good video!!!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I get that. The coldest opening day I have attended was ZERO degrees. I was young then LOL. Thanks for your response and thanks for watching FISH4FUN.

Good stuff! Reminds me of my youth. Crazy crowds, fun times. I’m living in the South now and trout season runs the year long. I don’t miss the crowds but thanks for the memories! Cheers

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for a thoughtful and respectful comment. And thanks for watching FISH4FUN and taking your time to do so.

There’s nothing like the solitude of fishing a trout stream just you and nature!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I can say I agree with you 100% but you have to grow up with the tradition to see why it doesn't interfere with our doing that the other 364 days. Thanks for taking time to comment.

@bradyschwartz6303

5 жыл бұрын

That's exactly right, I would have said the same thing.

Reminds me of Combat Fishing in Alaska. A lot of Fish, People and Fun.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed this comment. Thanks for taking time to watch and I won't miss you next time with our new system. Thanks again.

When they release that magnitude of fish having so many people there really doesn't make it difficult at all. Can't wait to try. I usually fish on a rental bass boat at table rock lake. Fishing for bass is our family thing! But seriously looks like fun to try on the opening release day

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

The whole event is celebration and you have to look it that way to enjoy it. I have been going there since I was 10 or 12 years old and I love it. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

Lots of negative comments. Im one of the "lets fish places others wont go" crowd myself but i love that there are places like this too! Great for lots of folks, for outdoorsman, their friends, and introducing young folks to fishing! Thanks for sharing!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Rupert, that is the most insightful and respectful comment I have had. Thanks so much for stopping by and taking your time to comment.

Combat fishing isn't for me! I get out and backpack deep into the wilderness for solitude and excellent fly-fishing.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I don't think you will find anyone who loves solitude more than me but sometimes I like to mix with the crowd for a brief change of pace. Thanks for stopping by and taking time to comment.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I do the same thing 364 days a year LOL. Thanks for stopping by.

Hey, Jerry I think I have seen all your videos, looking forward to new ones in the coming months, May God bless you, and all your family during the holidays. stay safe in your journeys and ventures.Dave

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Dave, what a wonderful comment. This is a prime example of why I continue to make the videos. Only a minority of KZread viewers like the "whole story" type videos as opposed to the short snippets, but this is what I like and those who follow my videos seem to really enjoy them. And, when I get comments like this it gives me more confidence to do what I do. I will never make the big membership numbers but I truly love my followers and this is who I am. Thanks so much for your loyal support.

If we'd all be fishing together we'd all stop fight each other. Fishing is a wonderful sport. Been fishing since I was 4 years old. I just love it. Am 65 years old now!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You and I are just alike Shelia except I am 81 LOL. Thanks so much tor taking time to watch my video and comment.

I have 12 more days I'm so excited I cannot wait!!!!!!

@jerryrouth6115

Жыл бұрын

That is the kind of enthusiasm I like to see!!! Thanks Paul.

all of a sudden I feel better living in Minnesota when it comes to fishing many hundreds of lakes to fish without being elbow to eblow

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You got it my friend. My favorite state to fish, Minnesota. Thanks for coming along and good luck.

Opening day was always a big thing. I started fishing there before I could drive, then wad lucky enough to have in-laws in Springfield Mo. Went almost every opening day for years. They have moved on... and so have I. Illinois has some stocking program that now has captured the same feeling of opening day. Thanks for the video, Good Luck to you and your wife.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and taking time to comment. Thanks goodness we only do this once a year LOL.

Best trout fishing I ever had was in the Rockies west of Denver. I was helping a guy break down his camp before it got snowed in and I heard running water. He said it was just a small stream they got their water from. It was only about two feet wide and the deepest holes were only knee deep. I got my ultralight out with a 1/32 oz hair jig and tried my luck. I immediately started catching Brookies. Everywhere I cast I was catching them. An hour later the snow was coming down harder, so I had to leave the trout. I didn't take any with me as I had plenty at home. But, that one hour will stay with me the rest of my life. It's moments like this that make pleasurable memories, not combat fishing.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment. I have had many trips similar to what you describe. You have to understand the tradition behind this event to understand it. It is a fun party but the rest of the year I like the piece and quite of the out doors too. Thanks again, Jerry

Lotta negative comments, but I enjoyed you video. I really liked the way you filmed it . it's clear and straight forward and I could understand every word you were saying and no distracting crazy ass music. Thanks for the video

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. A lot of people don't understand the tradition behind this event and think that all trout fishing in Missouri is like that. I would stop fishing if all fishing was like that but it's great to have a tail gate party now and then. Thanks again for supporting my channel.

I really liked your video it captured my sister , fiance and me. I've lived down by Bennett most of my life I've hardly ever fished in the park this is like my fourth year. I usually fish down at Mountain Creek or Berkeley access. Or the most relaxing way is just to take a float and fish. Prayers for your wife and her surgery

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Hey, a local person LOL. I was raised down at what used to be the Gulf Pumping Station not far from Nebo. My dad was a forest ranger for Mark Twain National Forest. Most of my videos are about floating the streams and fishing local lakes. Thanks so much for commenting. Can you check the time register and show me which one you are.

@rickydowdenrd

5 жыл бұрын

@@jerryrouth6115 at the 13 min mark that is My fiance Debbie in the Yellow Jacket my sister and me black coveralls with white hat and I'm into black hat on the other side of her. I grew up down by the osage fork but mostly down by Bennett. I didn't fish I. The park for alot of years because to me a person is just fishing in a bigger fish tank but it goes further than that it gives me time to spend with family My mom is getting older and she cannot get around like she used to. She was not able to be with us this year because of her health.

very cool video Jerry!!!!! I have enough problem snagging the trees and rocks in the lake!!!!!!!!!! cant imagine how many tangled lines...……...lol not my type of fishing would rather by the only person on the lake but very cool to watch, thanks for the video

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, I am the loner type too most of the time. One thing that is amazing though. The fishermen rarely get snagged together. When someone hooks a trout the other fishermen honor them, it is amazing. Thanks for your support again and let's go hide somewhere and catch a Walleye LOL.

@tonywright7208

5 жыл бұрын

Down here in VA when we see a pile of people like that with lines all tangled up we call it a family reunion.

@walleyebass

5 жыл бұрын

@@tonywright7208 ………...LOL

Nice video. Thanks for taking the time to make and present it. Never in a thousand years would I fish a scenario like that.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Me either except for one day a year. It's a local tradition from years back. The rest of the year these people fish like everybody else. Thanks for watching.

We are from Stlouis we love fishing and camping there due to weather we missed opening day ty for the video. We taught our grandkids to fish there last year they are hooked lol I grew up fishing in rivers, lakes and ponds we all have our preference to me nothing beats Bennett Springs. Thx again take care.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Lisa, thanks for your response. I grew up east of Lebanon in Mark Twain National Forest, my father was a forest ranger. I started tying trout flies at age 8 and we fished Bennett for years. Now I fish for everything everywhere LOL. My channel doesn't favor any species or any place. But Bennett has a special place in my heart and I fish there about 3 times a year. Thanks so much for your comments. That's why I do this. Go Cardnals!!!!

Colorado native here, crazy to see all the fishermen lined up, cool video !!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Remember, this is a social event started over a 100 years ago. This is their tail gate party setting up the big event of trout fishing open day. Thanks for taking time to comment.

@justmetv6725

5 жыл бұрын

Jerry Routh id join for sure looks fun!! Most people are just internet warriors looking to be over opinionated!! I really enjoyed the video!! Cheers!!

Looks like everyone enjoying some trout fishing. Good thing it's a friendly crowd. LOL

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Everyone was having fun in spite of the previous day ice storm. Thanks for watching Wayn.

@jamesmitchell4726

5 жыл бұрын

I love that place fished there in the early 1980's, When I was stationed Whiteman AFB. Thanks for the video and the memories. @@jerryrouth6115

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I also love Whiteman AFB golf course. My favorite course I have ever played. We have something in common!!! Thanks for stopping by.

@jamesmitchell4726

5 жыл бұрын

If we ever played that course together you would have laughed at me I'm not the greatest golfer. Lol ! But it was a nice course. You're bring back all kinds of memories. Thanks. Build a golf first and a air force base around it Lol@@jerryrouth6115

@jamesmitchell4726

5 жыл бұрын

Of course I meant Bringing and golf course. I typed to fast

I lived in that area for 14 years , fished Bennett springs half a dozen times. But I have fished the nianghua , for several miles down stream , lots of good trout fishing downstream , big in size, caught a lot of goggle eye and small mouth.

@jerryrouth6115

3 жыл бұрын

Phillip, I grew up 30 miles East of Lebanon. My dad was a forest ranger in Mark Twain National Forrest. Great fishing and lots of good people. Thanks so much for commenting.

Hollay! That's insane and that would cause anxiety with that many people.. How's that even any fun.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

Yessir the spring was a bit high for opening but at least she wasn't chocolate milk this year!! The park rangers weren't letting anyone set up before 3am. People don't understand why people would want to fish shoulder to shoulder so to speak on opening day, it's all about family tradition, friend tradition, and keeping those traditions going!! I pray surgery goes as planned and she has a quick recovery. Maybe see y'all at the stream sometime. *Have a good'nnn*

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

This is the best response I have had. A lot of people just can't understand that. My wife had her surgery and it is real tough, lots of pain. But time will heal and you will see her in the boat by spring. I would love to see you on the stream, we thank a lot alike. Thanks so much for thiw response.

@redsea2942

5 жыл бұрын

Is tangling line a tradition as well?

Wow you have a closed season for trout fishing, Colorado has trout fishing year round .

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Douglas, Missouri doesn't have a natural population of trout. Almost all the trout we fish for were raised in hatcheries and stocked in our streams. They have to have downtime for the restocking program. Thanks for your comments.

@jodypower4606

5 жыл бұрын

I live on the east coast of canada and our trout season is closed for brook trout (native)from sept 15th till april 15 and rainbows (not native) ends nov 30th and opens april 15th makes for an even longer winter

Hats off to ya. I couldnt do that. When i go to my city local pond i try to go early and leave before the crowd comes.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I can only do that one day a year LOL. That one day is blast though. Thanks buddy.

nicely done.... unfortunately had to work Friday but got to hit it Saturday for a bit...... grats on the views sir!!!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by. I'm trying to keep up with you guys but the last video had 500 comments!!!!!

When i was a kid i use to love going out on trout opener but hated the congestion of ppl. As i got older i dont trout fish as much anymore but with my little one being 2. I'll definitely be taking him trout fishing (not on the 1st day though).

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

It's certainly not for everyone is it? It is fun though once you buy into it. Take that little one fishing, it doesn't matter when. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

I'm from NC and that reminds me of fishing on the pier during the spot run! Elbow to elbow, but everyone is catching fish and having a good time. Both are good eating! Thanks for the video.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking time to respond and thanks for watching FISH4FUN. It's not for everyone but for those who enjoy it is a fantastic event. Thanks again.

Thanks for the video praying for your wife

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Ronnie, are you related to Ronnie Self the famous song writer? I rented a house to him once. My wife is having a hard time, lots of pain, but she will be in the boat out fishing me by spring LOL. Thank you so much.

Great video Jerry!

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and taking time to comment.

Nice video. I was at Montauk for the opener and the weather was less than perfect.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Scott, the weather was the same here. I haven't fish Montauk for several years. I have a good friend from there. His name is Sam Yarnall, you may know him. I have lost track of him for about a year. He is from Houston. He was having health issues. Thanks for watching and taking time comment.

Too many people for sure, but great video. Thanks for sharing 👍👍

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

It'a not for everyone for sure but these people really have a blast. Thanks for watching.

@kevinclavey1163

5 жыл бұрын

I don't have trout fishing available here in Northern Illinois so I'd definitely love to try it. Trout are Good Eats, hope everything goes well for your wife. Thanks again for sharing.

@manuelrollan3759

5 жыл бұрын

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5 жыл бұрын

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5 жыл бұрын

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@jerryrouth6115

3 жыл бұрын

Ryder, it is a great time for one day, but that's enough LOL. Thanks for watching and taking time to respond.

I remember fishing Hoodsport for chums and there was more than 1000 people in front of the hatchery snagging chums, but everyone was catching fish and having a great time!🤘🐟🎣

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Once in a while we have to do things like this to appreciate the real world. Thanks buddy.

Never Catch a fish when others are in my space, this is why I seek open rivers, dreary days and no fisheman

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching FISH4FUN and taking time to respond.

This makes me appreciate more fishing in FL.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I love Florida. Please realize this is 100 year old tradition based affair. The rest of the year we feel just like you. Thanks so much for stopping by.

Look like a very busy day of tangling line.

@jerryrouth6115

2 жыл бұрын

Bruce, it is surprising how few tangles they have. They honor each other when they get a fish on. Thanks for taking time to watch and comment.

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@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching FISH4FUN and taking time to comment.

Why all the negative comments? Dont like it...dont do it!! For all those with the negative attitudes...im sure most of us are glad you enjoy your solitude!!

@jerryrouth6115

2 жыл бұрын

Russell, people who come from states with natural reproduction don't understand that we have to use what we have. Also, most don't understand the traditions behind our day of celebration. Anyway, we have some people like you who do understand and that makes me feel good. Thanks as always.

Have to be nuts to do that I fly fish in absolute solitude

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Some people like to party, some don't. This is a party or celebration where people come to meet and share friendships. I't is like a tailgate party is in football. I spend a lot of time in a Kayak in remote regions and love it, but I still enjoy opening day at Bennett. Thanks for watching FISH4FUN.

What a coincidence. I'm watching this video at 3:22 a.m.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Nick, your schedule looks like mine LOL. Thanks for watching the party, the real fishing starts next week.

Insane! I thought that my local park got crowded after a trout plant but this is nuts!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

We are only nut for one day each year LOL.

Another great video Jerry. Trout fishing isn't my cup of tea and I wouldn't dare go anywhere near a trout park on March 1st - but it is great seeing so many people getting excited about fishing - more power to them!!! My thoughts and prayers to your wife on her surgery - I'm hoping for a speedy recovery. As always - thanks for taking us along and I can't wait for the next fishing trip.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Ralph, I wouldn't want to go more than once a year either!! My wife is having bunions removed from her feet. She will have them done on both feet but one at a time. The recovery time is approximately 6 weeks. She should still be able to troll though, and that's what she like to do the most. So, we will make the best of it and be thankful it isn't some type of life threatening problem. Thanks again Dewayne for always coming along.

Sweet looks like fun

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Not everyone likes it but those who do really like it. Thanks WH and have a great year of fishing and making videos buddy.

Thanks for another great video Jerry. Not near as crowed as some of the other videos I've seen from the past years but still a good crowd in spite of the weather and looks like those brave souls who fished did well. It's like you said, opening day for most anything is very much a social event. Looking forward to seeing your next trip there, wish your wife good luck and you take care.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I knew as I was driving down to Bennett and not seeing the normal amount of traffic that there would be fewer fishermen. I have attended at least 40 opening days and the crowd varies by the weather and the day of the week it falls on. This sure was a fun group. I had lots of small visits along the way and everyone was up beat. And I am upbeat that you are always their Todd. Thanks again

Thanks for sharing Jerry, I'm not going to criticize you for the video, just show what happens. My idea of fishing is diametrically opposed, this is not fishing for me, but catching fish, I would never go to a place like this.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Eduardo, you are right, it really is't fishing. It is a party that started when people came there to fish in horse and buggy and they would camp there because of the time of the trip and that started a tradition that has carried on for 100 years. The rest of the year these fishermen are just like every body else. Thanks for your comments and support of FISH4FUN.

Thanks for the video. I have been there a half dozen times but never on opening day. I am from Florida and when I do make it to the park I thoroughly enjoy it. Thanks again!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching FISH4FUN. I love fishing Bennett. A lot of people don't understand the traditions at Opening Day. I mostly fish during the winter catch and release. Thanks for responding.

😊👍👍Awesome

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by. Love your videos.

@galaxygoonz6303

5 жыл бұрын

@@jerryrouth6115 Heck yea buddy i never been on opening day😊.Thanks alot buddy 😊🙏🙏

If my fishing grounds ever got like that I would sell my rods and take up solitaire.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I would do the same if the other 364 days a year wasn't so much fun. Thanks for stopping by.

Georgia going year round on trout fishing is the best thing to happen here.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Allen I would agree with that. Our problem is that all our trout are hatchery raised. And we have to close them for cleaning and rebrooding each year. Outside of the 4 state parks we have 12 month seasons too. Thanks for stopping by and taking time to commet.

this was one of my best times ever the year i went

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I have gone over 40 times but one year my friend passed his bottle of Rock and Rye down the line and when he got it back it was empty LOL. He didn't get a drink of his own booze!!! Some great times, thanks for taking time to reply.

Hello from TN. Thats amazing to see! Definitely crowded and wouldn’t be fun except maybe that one day just to experience it. I’ll stick with yak fishing...:) You seem like a nice gentleman! Thanks for sharing and hope all is well with your loved one. New subscriber here.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You and I are from the same mold!!! Once a year is great but then lets get back to nature. Beautiful people and a beautiful place deserves some attention though and I had a blast. Thanks for caring enough to make a comment.

I'm shocked. I've never seen this. Where I live you wouldn't fish anywhere closer than 25-50 yards away from the next person, the length and floating distance of your line but hey, they're catching fish and being surprisingly civil about it so it looks like fun! Choices are good.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris for your comment. You only see this on opening day at our 4 state parks in Missouri. They are basically large springs. The rest of the trout fishing in our state is open all year. This is a celebration that started during the horse and buggy days when we didn't have TV's and all the entertainment that's available. They are in rural areas and people would gather to fish and picnic etc. It developed into a celebration that became a tradition over the years. The rest of the year they fish like everybody else. It is great fun if you have the right attitude. Thanks again for watching and supporting my channel.

Jerry Routh i was very excited about this video, i haven't fished the opener in years. I like to chase crappie and walleye to much. So it was really neat to see this tonight, thanks for the video

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Michael, we were cut from the same mold!!!! I love multi-species fishing so much that I don't fish at Bennett a fraction of the time I used too. I got into multi-rig trolling for Walleye and Crappie and my loves that so much that I don't go to many of the places I used to go. Great comment, thanks.

Really enjoyed this video. Reminds me of how opening day in Virginia use to be before the start year round trout fishing.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I guess every state has something like this. I have had lots of feedback from other states. I'll check out your channel, thanks for stopping by mine.

@VirginiaHighlandsOutdoors

5 жыл бұрын

@@jerryrouth6115 yeah we use to have opening day, now we have what is called Heritage Day where the Department of Game close fishing access for a week to 20 streams and or lakes. They stock all week to allow fish to spread out and not get instant fishing pressure. This year is April 6th at 9 am when you can fish the Heritage waters which has the opening day feel somewhat. Virginia now does October 1 through June 15 (trout license required). A trout license is not required from June 16 through September 30. June 16th - Sept 30th has a few Daily $8 streams that are stocked 4 times a week plus 1 week on Trophy sized fish stocking at two Wildlife Management Areas. So we can fish all year in various way. Really enjoying your videos. Keep up the great work.

I was wondering it that was you filming! I was the guy in the mizzou hoodie. Got that lunker 1st cast

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Hey that's interesting. It was me filming. I walked the entire distance from the spring outlet to Ningua River. I visited several of the burn barrels too LOL. Hopefully we can meet sometime. Thanks for taking time to comment. By the way, I remember the Mizzou Hoodie. I got my doctorate from Missou in 1770.

Obviously some folks like this but you couldn't pay me to get in that crowd. This takes all the reason I fish, out of it. I guess if you're just wanting trout to eat, it's fine. Living in the south, we never had a "fishing season" so this is very interesting to see.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

This is a tradition based affair. We all like feel just like you the other 364 days LOL. Thanks so much for watching and taking time to comment.

@cherokeelaketennessee7895

5 жыл бұрын

@@jerryrouth6115 kind of like Dove season opener here, were within a few feet of each other shooting doves at noon on September 1st and have done it now for 35 years, never missed an opener. Then its BBQ and beer after the hunt

Wow! Thank god we live in NZ!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Don't judge trout fishing in MO by this event. It only happens at 4 parks that have large springs. The rest of the trout fishing occurs in rivers and streams or at the tail race below major reservoirs. It is just a party. Fun for one day. The rest of the year we fish like everybody else. Thanks for watching and commenting.

WOW! I live in Montana and have seen anything like this.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

George, if I lived in Montana and had the great trout fishing you have I wouldn't be going to Bennett Springs either LOL. But, we have to go with what we have. Thanks for watching and taking your time to comment.

We got combat fishing on the first day in PA. I tend to go to the small native creeks were city slickers don't go.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

These 4 parks are located in rural areas. The rest of our trout fishing is open all year. You have to understand the history and tradition that started a 100 years ago when people didn't have very many places to get together. I has become a rural tradition passed on over the years. The event is nationally known and has been attended by many state governors and at least two Presidents. The rest of the year these people fish and act like everybody else. Thanks for taking your time to watch and comment.

Nothing quite like the solitude of the great outdoors😂

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

That's how I feel the other 364 days LOL.

I'd pass on the fishing but I'd enjoy watching the spectacle.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

I can understand that. That's what I did last year and this year too. Getting to old to stand in the water waiting for the whistle to blow LOL. Thanks so much for your support.

@allancrow134

4 жыл бұрын

I enjoy checking out the fishing cultures from all over the world. That was really interesting. Thank you. :)

👍🏼#28.... Ice always seem pics with fisherman lined up elbow to elbow and figured they were staged, so that actually happens...... Looked like everyone got in on the catchn...... I'll be watchn when you get out there and get on'em.... How much time does that short cut save you?

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

SK, the amazing thing is that when you actually fish in a group like that you seldom get hung up. Someone will say "fish on" and everyone politely gets their line out of the way. The short cut saves about three miles. Thanks for watching my friend and lets put on a show this spring and summer!!!!!!!!!! BAM

If there is a hell ,for the few darkened hearts of those who gently lay a #24 cream midge or cdc emerger to dimple nosing salmonoids it will be very similar to this. Good grief, some of those folks reeled in pre hooked fish as the siren wound up to herald in the fun. Cheese balls.....lol Thanks for the vid tho. You sound like a nice gent. Looking forward to your follow up vid .

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't gotten to go to Bennett fishing on a normal day but I am hoping to do so soon. Thanks for watching my channel and taking time to comment.

I fished there one time and I could not believe how rude the locals were. I was casting to a fish and two guys walked right through where I was fishing.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I have never had that happen but can understand it could with so many people fishing. Thanks for watching FISH4FUN.

God, that would creep me out being shoulder to shoulder....snagging line city too.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I have fished over 40 opening days and have had no problem with snagging. And being shoulder to shoulder with life-long friends to have our tail-gate party to celebrate the opening of trout season has been one of my treasures of life. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

That's looks like the perfect scenario for a "YOU CROSSED MY DAM LINE FIGHT! 😂😂😂

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

It's really no like that but I admit it sure looks like it LOL. Thanks for your comment.

I’m glad I have multiple creeks and rivers on private land I fish.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Kyle, I have that too the other 364 days LOL. Thanks for stopping by.

All deck-out in their fishing fatigue just for some combat trout fishing... HAHAHAHAH!

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Thanks for the video! Makes me glad I didn't go as my wife suggested. In So. Cal., I had to fish in similar circumstances. If they don't stock 'em, you don't catch 'em! However, it was never shoulder to shoulder. There it was common courtesy to stay 25' apart. Maybe I'll see you on the Pomme! Fish4Fun is a very good channel. Thanks, again.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Robert, thanks. Opening day isn't for everyone but it is more of a celebration of what is to come. I tell everyone it is like the tailgate parties before football games LOL. Thanks again for your comments.

Man, who could possibly enjoy that ? I fish the blue-ribbon water once a year down stream from Montauk - but have been up near the park - same thing. I think one guy was fishing with hot dog pieces or somesuch...LOL :-)

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Brian, go back to the rural areas where the 4 state parks are located. Go back 100 years and ride a horse and buggy to spend some time with other people. Go back to a time when there wasn't much to do but work. Then the springs were stocked and people started collecting there and eating on the ground and visiting and catch the only trout available to them. This is a tradition, a tailgate party handed down for generations. The rest of the state has trout fishing open all year and the other 364 days these people fish like everyone else. Thank you for watching and taking time to respond.

Ah, the enjoyment of the "wild" ... "fishing" shoulder to shoulder with your compatriots.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Actually at the enjoyment of a 100 year tradition kinda like a tailgate party at a ball game they came. The rest of the year they enjoy fishing the same way others enjoy it. Thanks for commenting.

It’s a different kind of fishing there and understandably not for everyone, but it’s still fishing. I’ve fished there many many times over the years and enjoyed it. I like Taneycomo better though. Thanks for the video, enjoyed it as always. Wanted to add for the people who comment about the crowds, that it’s only like this on opening day usually. Hope you wife gets well soon so we can see her catching all the fish.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You feel exactly like I do. I love Taneycomo also. Also, when the tradition started at Bennerr attendance was a lot lower and a group of 100 was large. It has evolved over the years to what it is now. My wife had foot surgery on the 5th of March and is having a difficult time with it. It is a very painful type of surgery. She is gradually getting better but won't have the pins taken out until one month from surgery. She should be ready to fish when it gets warm and she don't fish in cold weather anyway. Thanks so much for your valued support of my channel.

Good video

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

It depends. If I can go there and catch the shit out of em, then it's worth it. Salmon fishing on the Willamette is like this sometimes.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

It's a once a year event that is not unlike a tail-gate party in football. The rest of the year is pretty normal hear with some great fishing. I was fishing yesterday and I only saw three other fishermen. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

That is nuts, I love fishing but thats little too much for me to handle.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

The event started over a 100 years ago and became a tradition. It's not unlike the tail gate party at a football game. The rest of the year all these people fish like everyone else. Thanks for commenting.

Well i'm from Mississippi and i an't never seen such. All these folks trying to grab a trout. WOW

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Understand that is only for one day each year LOL.

I see this says Fish4Fun.... I would rather go skunked walking wild blue line streams then catch a handful shoulder to shoulder like this. To each their own though. Hopefully people had a good time.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

It's certainly not for everyone, that's for sure. You'd have to understand the tradition. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

great fishing, checkout Tekapo canal fishing in New zealand

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You may not believe it but I am actually going to do that. Thanks for watching and responding.

I thought opening day is April 1st..where u live is it different?

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I am sure it is different with different states having different seasons. Thanks for watching.

what are those pieces of papers hanging off the peoples jacket and hats?

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

This show that they have paid their daily fee. Thanks for watching and asking.

what a state, park open from the sun, gets up to fish catch fishes

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thats it!!!! Great fun. Thanks for taking your time to comment.

VERE GOOD 💐💐💐👍👍👍

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

Fishing for fun .. be happy .. awesome

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking time to comment. I am just glad we only do this once a year!!!!!!

Looks like it was a great time! Im hoping to get out this week.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Matt, I would like to get out but the snow doesn't look too inviting. I'm hoping for a weather change. Thanks for stopping by.

I was making fun of it at first too like everyone else here but for the less mobile people, they must love it!

@jerryrouth6115

3 жыл бұрын

Most of the people watching this video didn't realize that this event is a celebration of opening day. If they had to fish this way every time they would all quit fishing LOL. Thanks for your understanding and comment.

I'm glad I don't live in a state with fishing seasons. We can fish any species year round in Arkansas.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

I have fished Arkansas for 70 years and that is not true. You have some daily fee fishing too. This type of fishing is only at private lakes and springs at four state parks. The rest of our fishing is open all year with some restrictions on when you can keep fish. Thanks for watching FISH4FUN.

@charlienutt3941

5 жыл бұрын

I don't know where you're fishing in Arkansas,but it's legal to take any species year round on public waters. If I want to trout fish in July I can. I've lived here my whole life,and fish avidly. We don't have specific seasons for fishing.

Looks like what I call Combat Fishing....You've really got to want to fish awfully bad to put up with this congestion!! I did the shoulder to shoulder thing one time in Alaska for the opening of King Salmon Season....very unique Xperience!!

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Like I said in the video, if this was the only way to fish we would all stop fishing LOL. But for one day each year it is a blessing and a credit to our sport. And you are a blessing to FISH4FUN with your fantastic support of my channel.

WOW! I've been anxiously awaiting this video and you once again did onto disappoint! What a GREAT video! I loved all of it. The tour of the store was something else. I've never seen anything like it, everything a trout could want and coffee for those brave enough to weather the cold! The fishing folk looked like they were having a blast! Never seen anything like that either. Great job Mr. Routh! Pls. tell the Mrs. that my thoughts and prayers are with her for her upcoming surgery. Take care.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Sue, you hit on the essence of the video. It is the once a year thing where people meet old friends and fishing buddies and share lies and plan trips and share stories of the past. Many of the people plan their vacations around this event. Fishing is so much more than just catching fish. Thanks for the kind words and insight.

Looks like The Madison in Montana. Only the boats are missing.

@jerryrouth6115

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Geri. It is only two weeks from another opening day at Bennett. I hope to make another video then. Thanks for stopping by and taking your time to comment.

Them dudes on the dam haha

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

You couldn't pay me to stand there and fish!!!!! I've often wondered how many of them have fallen off. Thanks for stopping by and taking time to comment.

That is an amazing amount of fishermen, but also looks like an amazing amount of fish.

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

The stocking is done on a fractional basis and is determined by the number of tickets sold the previous day. On weekends and holidays they put in more based on anticipated sales. Thanks buddy.

Wow, shoulder to shoulder,

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Bill, they are indeed shoulder to shoulder. It's just a big party, a celebration of the season to come. Lots of fun but once is enough. Thanks for watching.

Thx for taking the time and making this video. I love to see how people fish in different places. Is this the most popular trout hole in the state? Are there other waters that have this many people on opener? All stockers? any wild fish?

@jerryrouth6115

5 жыл бұрын

Fishing in the 4 state parks is actually a small part of trout fishing in Missouri. These are large volume springs. We have trout on a annual fishing permit basis on hundreds of miles of streams and large rivers below dams on several large reservoirs. Thanks for watching and that is an excellent question.