My friend Jim Passage treated me to a trip to private a lake near Mansfield last Thursday. The lake has been known as Isaac’s for many years and is now called the Hole in the Wall. Jim towed his 14-foot Lund to the lake, equipped with an electric motor. Joining us at the lake was Rollie Schmitten and his grandson Noah. Darc Knobel, owner of the Desert Fly Angler in Ephrata and manager of the lake, greeted us and made sure we had everything we needed for our adventure. One thing we did need was a plug for Rollie’s boat, which Darc was able to find. We all trolled Wooly Bugger type flies and were busy the whole time we were on the water. I was lagging behind Jim, getting lots of hits but not hooking up, and when I checked my fly I found that my hook had broken off! I replaced the fly and was back in business. The trout we landed ranged in size from about 14 inches up to 20 inches and were very healthy and strong. Jim released at least 20 and I a few less, due to my “tackle issues”. Rollie and Noah released close to 30 in their boat. Thanks Jim, it was a wonderful day.