An unexpected day off for the Northern Open #3 leads photographer James Overstreet around Sandusky, Ohio.
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Photo: James Overstreet - Strong north winds begin to blow overnight into the morning; Day Two of the Bass Pro Shops Northern Open #3 is postponed until Sat. Photo: James Overstreet - There was a daybreak forecast of north winds of 15-25 MPH and wave heights 5-7 feet on Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - Geese found a place to lay low in calmer water. Photo: James Overstreet - Local anglers say a north wind on Erie can be hard on people and boats.Photo: James Overstreet - Wind and waves crash a seawall along Lake Erieâs south shoreline.
Photo: James Overstreet - Waves crash into the rocks. Photo: James Overstreet - With todayâs cancellation, there will be no roller coaster type boat rides for anglers on Day Two. Photo: James Overstreet - The wind howls across Lighthouse Point.
Photo: James Overstreet - Today is a day you need a bigger boat, similar to the Jet Express III. Photo: James Overstreet - Nobody wanted to sit at the dock on the bay this morning. Photo: James Overstreet - The jagged edges on the horizon indicate big waves on Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - The weigh in site was beaten a bit from overnight winds. Photo: James Overstreet - B.A.S.S. staff member Tony Quick was working to batten down the hatches and get the venue ready for Saturday. Photo: James Overstreet - The Information Board took a hit.
Photo: James Overstreet - The entire field of anglers will fish on Saturday to decide a champion. Photo: James Overstreet - Waves along the seawall at Battery Park in Sandusky, OH. Photo: James Overstreet - White caps were trying to develop on the walkway.
Photo: James Overstreet - Safe harbor is a good place to have your boat today. Photo: James Overstreet - Windmills and flag poles were getting a workout. Photo: James Overstreet - With the day off, a perch sandwich is a good idea for lunch.
Photo: James Overstreet - The New Sandusky Fish Company is reputed to have the best perch sandwich in town. Photo: James Overstreet - The perch used to make their sandwiches is as fresh as it gets. Photo: James Overstreet - The end result!