Common Carp trophy catch from Des Plaines River, Illinois

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Des Plaines River

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Date Caught: N/A
Location: Des Plaines River
State: Illinois
Fish: Common Carp
Photo Description
Caught this using just a simple hook with two fat juicy nightcrawlers. I didn't know he was hooked until I moved the line and there was a big wake and my line shot under. Very strong fighter, It wasn't weighed or measured. And the carp was given to my friend who likes to eat carp.