Years ago I made a guided duck hunt in South La. During a high water rain event the water was running on top of a walking bridge where we had to travel across to get to the duck boats. On the top of the walkway there were 4 to 6 Shoepick, (Grinnel) or Bowfin, whatever one wants to name it depending on what part of the country we are in. These fish were wiggling to get across the bridge and back into the deeper water. The guides were running around all excited in an attempt to hand catch these Shoepick. Hollering and excitement was going on. Shoepick, Shoepick Shoepick! So, the Bowfin is apparently a desired food source to some people. Now for me I enjoy the fight and excitement that goes on when ever I get one on an artificial.
They fight hard and even though I am pretty much a bass fisherman, I enjoy any fish that bites my bait.

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Tracy