Shull's Hole History

Traditionally, Shull's Hole has been a productive location in terms of quantity (if not quality) of fish caught. Shown at right is the comparison of the 2005 and 2006 data. (The dollar values have been adjusted to 2006 values).

In 2004, 278 fish were landed by the Tournament with Pat O'Boyle with the largest fish (7.17") and Merle with the most fish (51). The average fish value was only $1.67

In 2005, the Tournament landed 437 fish, led by Merle of the Carp Pros with 82 fish. While the fish count was up, the average fish value was the lowest of the season ($1.71).

It was Shull's Hole, as regular readers will recall, that was the site of a somewhat "sticky" incident involving the measurement of fish. This photo shows the reason that each team MUST bring their own bucket and not store the fish "in other places" until the Commissioner arrives. It's also best to speak clearly when asked "where are the fish" and not respond with a "cute" or "smart-alexy" response that could possible result in an unpleasant measurement. So remember, bring a bucket.