Sunny Day

KDOT East has trout.  You can see them jumping all over the lake.  You can see the fishermen trying every lure and bait they can think of.  Don't worry, they will still be there tomorrow.  They were casting all day - minnows, worms, power bait, spinners, spoons, flies, salmon eggs.  They were catching fish: small bass, small crappie, small catfish... but no trout today.

I talked to a fisherman who came all the way to Wichita from around Newton, just to fish for trout in Wichita.  For the past 20 years he has been very successful with Walleye and Crappie from his perch on a float tube.  He enjoyed the sunshine, but had no luck casting his silver spoon today.  He has also been trying Vic's Pond, with minimal results.  He is a dedicated fisherman.  He will  return.  The weather will change, and the fish will be stocked again.

When I was ready to leave, I stopped to talk to folks along the way, and of course, I kept my line in the water.   Then a couple of guys dumped their minnows and left.  That is when the bluegills started biting.  Nice big fat ones, up to 4 ounces.  I stayed another hour and took home 15, which took a while to scale and clean and get ready for the freezer.  Google "bluegill recipes" and you will get more than you need.
http://www.carlylelake.com/Fishing/Guide/Bluegill/Recipes/bgillrecips.htm