The Fishing Trip

Where We Go


Monroe Reservoir – South Central Indiana

Approximately 65 miles South of Indianapolis

10,750 acres of water

Target Fish: Hybrid Striped Bass (Wipers)

Note: I launch at the Four Winds Marina area, as this is closest to the areas that I have found to be the best fishing. The directions to Four Winds Marina are as follows:

Directions from Indianapolis:

  • South on SR 37 towards Bloomington. (Approximately 50 miles.)
  • Continue on SR 37 past Bloomington and towards Bedford. You will see a brown state park sign on the right side of SR 37 that says “Fairfax S.R.A.” and a sign to Smithville.
  • Turn left (East) onto this road and continue until you come to a four way stop sign. This will be Smithville.
  • Go through stop sign and continue to next stop sign. There should be a cemetery in front of you.
  • Turn right at this stop and continue on this road. This will take you to Four Winds Marina. There are 2 boat ramps at the marina. I use the one on the right side (New ramp).


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Raccoon Reservoir (Cecil M. Harden)-Western Indiana

Approximately 45 miles West of Indianapolis

2,060 acres of water

Target Fish: Striped Bass, White Bass

Note: I launch at Raccoon State Park as this has the best ramp and facilities for my guests. It is also closest to the areas I have found to be the best fishing. The directions to Raccoon State Park are as follows:

Directions from Indianapolis:

  • From the West side of Indianapolis, take Rockville Road West –(U.S. 36) approximately 45 miles.
  • You will go through several small towns (Danville, New Winchester, Bainbridge) before you come to the lake.
  • You will cross the lake on a bridge.
  • The first boat ramp you will see after you cross the lake will be Hollandsburg. Do not turn here!
  • The next ramp is the State Park which will be on your left.
  • Turn into the State Park and continue to the boat ramp. The park road ends at the ramp.


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What to Bring


  • CAMERA
  • RAIN GEAR
  • POLARIZED SUNGLASSES
  • SOFT SOLED SHOES
  • VALID INDIANA FISHING LICENSE
  • SUNSCREEN
  • FOOD & BEVERAGES
  • COOLER FOR FISH

ALL LURES AND TACKLE PROVIDED

FISH CLEANING AVAILABLE FOR STRIPED BASS AND WIPERS ONLY

  • Sometimes the best catching days are not the best fishing days! We fish rain or shine.  
  • The only conditions we don’t fish in are thunderstorms and high winds. If the weather outlook is questionable, I will call you to consult or reschedule.
  • If you plan on mounting your fish, you will need a large cooler at least 36″ in length to transport fish to taxidermist.

The Boat


The Skamaniac is an 18ft. Starcraft that has been configured for extreme fishing. The boat is equipped with 4 Cannon downriggers, Tite-Lok and Ram rodholders, Shimano rods and reels, Planer boards and mast, Minn Kota trolling motor, Lowrance color depthfinder, Garmin G.P.S., and Uniden V.H.F. ship to shore radio. A Mercury 90hp. powers the boat and gets to the fishing spots fast! I can accommodate up to 3 people.

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