>>849992>From the moment I hooked the fish, I had been thinking about what it could be.>Striped bass, Salmon, and Largemouth bass all occur in this river.>The fish comes into view and I thought at first it was a small salmon, as I couldn't think of what else it would be.>People on the bridge above me are watching as I attempt to bring the fish to shore.>The real challenge begins at this point, as the fish is frightened and goes on a mini run every time I get it near shore or the surface.>The island I am standing on is made of old concrete pieces from a long gone bridge.>One of the blocks, resting at an angle, has a v-shaped inlet of water in it.>My only hope of getting the fish on land without breaking the line is to guide it into this inlet.>After a few attempts I manage to, and I kneel down in the water to block the escape of the fish.>As I pick it up I realize it's a Sacramento Pikeminnow.>I've caught these before, but none even came close to a foot. This one is almost three pounds by my estimate.Needless to say I'm super hyped I caught this fish, Here's a photo of it.
