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Name: Goguac
Type: Natural Lake
Size: About 350 acres
Clarity: Mostly clear water, visibility to 10 ft
Structure: Three islands, lots of good points, a few flats, ledges
Cover: Several types of weed available, some pads, lots of docks
Water temp: 70-74
Phase: Mostly post-spawn
Projected winning weight: 11 pounds

Lake Goguac is located in downtown Battle Creek and has not been a club stop since I have been a member, about 10 years. Most of the club will be fishing this lake for the first time although the clubs' classic was held here in 2004, won by Dwayne Mroczka with 15 pounds. It is probably the smallest lake we have visited in a long time but as Dwaynes weight can attest, it holds some big fish. There are three islands, numerous points and weedlines and lots of docks so the lake should fish fairly big. Add in the post-spawn nature of the largemouth and you can probably catch fish anywhere and any way you want to.

I predict there will be half a dozen limits weighed in but the key will be getting a good "kicker" fish to upgrade with. During the 04' classic there were several fish over 4 pounds and a few 5 pounders as well. The lake should get a good amount of boat traffic with nice weather projected this weekend which should also be factored in. I was on the lake a week ago and witnessed a 15 boat tournament conduct their weigh-in. A few small limits and the winner brought about 14 pounds to the scales to win so good stringers are available. Scott Rice, Jim Rice and Mark Dereadt are good bets to do well due to the fact they probably have the most experience on the lake. But sometimes old "hotspots" cause tunnel vision which could open the door for some of the other anglers. Post-spawn fish are very fickle and sometimes running and gunning and throwing the kitchen sink at em' can be the most effective method of fishing this time of year. This should be a good test for the club and we may see some of the AOY contenders start making their moves.