I do prefer rivers around here as they have less fishing pressure, and seems like I get the bigger fish from a river vs. a lake.

The decrease in fishing pressure might be in part due to the fact the rivers are a bit harder to fish and are somewhat "snaggier" but it's a small price to pay for a 30lb. carp!

I've never fished the Fox River. Would love to explore it someday...Maybe you could show me around.

definitely go to the dam! These are great places to catch large carp!

Let me know how it goes.