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Why We Created Gramps Fishing Report

Gramps Fishing Report
He wasn't just teaching us how to fish — he was teaching us patience, observation, and respect for the water.

My grandpa, Willis Myron Horton, was one of the most innovative and kindest men I've ever known. Born in 1915 in Wakarusa, Kansas, he spent his life in northeast Kansas and built a legacy around two simple things: providing for his family and loving the outdoors.


He loved fishing with a quiet passion. Every time he went out, he carefully logged his catches — where he fished, the weather, water temperature, water clarity, what bait or lure worked, and his own thoughts on the day. Those handwritten logbooks are still treasures we keep in the family and pass down through the generations.


We grew up eating vegetables from his hand-tended garden, listening to his wonderful stories of life, and eating all the fresh fish we could ever want.

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On August 17, 2011, at the age of 96, Grandpa passed away in Manhattan, Kansas. It felt like our family lost a cornerstone. But his gentle nature, his stories, and his love for fishing stayed with us.


That's why we created Gramps Fishing Report. We wanted to keep his tradition alive — giving fellow anglers (especially older ones like us) an honest "heads-up" on local conditions without all the noise and complexity of today's apps.


In this buzzing world of 2026, we believe fishing should still feel simple. That's why our reports are straightforward text messages: clear bite ratings, realistic water temps, area weather (including barometric pressure), and conservative advice you can actually trust.


We're honest when the bite is slow — because that's what Grandpa would have done. No hype. No false hope. Just real, helpful information so you can decide: Should I go or stay home?

Willis Myron Horton Family fishing
Gramps Fishing Report is our way of saying thank you to him, and to all the grandpas who passed down their fishing wisdom. We hope these reports bring you a little reminder of the simple joys: a quiet morning on the water, a good story, and maybe a fish or two. We know our Grandpa would be proud.
— The Gramps Fishing Report Family

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Here's What Gramps Sends You

Every report is written in plain English — no charts, no jargon. Just what's biting, where, and how to catch 'em.

FISHING REPORT
March 5, 2026
Kansas City, MO Area Waters
Gramps' Tip: The pressure's finally on the rise after that cold snap, so the fish might be lookin' up a bit, but don't expect 'em to be shallow just yet. They'll still be huggin' cover, so hit those brush piles and timber with a jig-n-minnow, fished real slow and easy.
Atmospheric Snapshot
Temp Range
45° / 28°F
Barometer
30.05 inHg — source: NOAA
Pressure Trend
Rising
Conditions: Partly Cloudy, Breezy and Chilly
Conditions Info
Target Species
Crappie, Walleye, Stocked Trout
Overall Outlook
Moderate
Smithville Lake (Jerry L. Litton Reservoir)
BITE: 8/10
Water Temp
44°F (estimated)
Clarity
Stained
Wind Factor
Breezy
The Scoop: Crappie are starting to stage in the creek arms, looking for those deeper brush piles and standing timber in 12-18 feet. Try a chartreuse jig tipped with a minnow, fished slow. Walleye might hit blade baits or jigs on main lake points in 20-30 feet, especially on the windblown side.
Lake Jacomo
BITE: 7/10
Water Temp
43°F (estimated)
Clarity
Stained
Wind Factor
Breezy
The Scoop: Crappie are your best bet here, look for them holding tight to brush in 10-15 feet in the northern coves. A small jig under a bobber, fished slow, or a minnow on a slip-bobber will get 'em. Bass are still deep on rocky points, try a slow-rolled jig.
Longview Lake
BITE: 7/10
Water Temp
43°F (estimated)
Clarity
Stained
Wind Factor
Breezy
The Scoop: Similar to Jacomo, the crappie bite is picking up. Focus on the main lake points and channel swings in 10-15 feet with timber. A small tube jig or a minnow on a crappie rig is the ticket. Don't forget the deeper creek channels for a stray channel cat.
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