The Pilot-Independent has an excellent article about how to survive falling through the ice, using some surprisingly simple tools. This is a great article for any sport fishermen planning on braving the icy lakes this year.
The Townsville Bulletin reports that Australian residents are seeing superior fishing, catching anything from lippers to prawn.
Friday, December 29, 2006
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Crawfishing & Old Lures
Dayton Daily News has an interesting article showing how old fishing lures shouldn't be forgotten. Even when fishing for picky bass, some old fishing lures just never lose their potential.
The Statesman Journal reports on the many changes Oregon has implemented for the 2007 fishing season. Most notable mention were modifications in crawfishing regulations. This is a must read article for Oregon anglers.
The Statesman Journal reports on the many changes Oregon has implemented for the 2007 fishing season. Most notable mention were modifications in crawfishing regulations. This is a must read article for Oregon anglers.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Arkansas Winter Fishing Report
The North Texas E-News provides an excellent article on Arkansas fishing in multiple regions, along with fly fishing patterns, times of day, and more.
Water temperatures are staying consistent with the surrounding areas, at about 50 degrees or so.
Spinner baits are still catching bass, while jigs and spoon-jigs seem to be effective for crappie. The bit appears to be slowing down some, but as winter rolls forward, I imagine we'll see some better fishing as the food sources will become scarce.
Live bait is also effective, so stock up on your minnows.
Water temperatures are staying consistent with the surrounding areas, at about 50 degrees or so.
Spinner baits are still catching bass, while jigs and spoon-jigs seem to be effective for crappie. The bit appears to be slowing down some, but as winter rolls forward, I imagine we'll see some better fishing as the food sources will become scarce.
Live bait is also effective, so stock up on your minnows.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Florida Fishing
The Miami Herald's sources are reporting excellent fishing in multiple areas. Fish species range from large mouth bass to dolphin. And even tho the fishing has been exceptional, most hot spots include deep recess's, or wreck areas.
Obviously, the shift in climate has not had much adverse affects on fishing for many of the charter boat captains. Maybe we should all move to Florida.....
Obviously, the shift in climate has not had much adverse affects on fishing for many of the charter boat captains. Maybe we should all move to Florida.....
Utah Fishing
The Desert News published a healthy report on winter fishing in the Salt Lake City region. It appears that the cold weather has had great effect on the fishing as bass, trout, and other species are going deep and dormant. Winter patterns are working only in some cases. Fishing has been reported as slow to fair.
Furthermore, while there is much ice available on several lakes and rivers, travel on these bodies of water is NOT advised. More time will be needed to completely freeze waters in some areas.
Looks like anglers will have to wait for the fish to get desperate, and the water to freeze before any serious catching takes place for die hard winter-time anglers. If you're from that area, be sure to read their article for a list of fishing holes near you, and the conditions surrounding them.
Furthermore, while there is much ice available on several lakes and rivers, travel on these bodies of water is NOT advised. More time will be needed to completely freeze waters in some areas.
Looks like anglers will have to wait for the fish to get desperate, and the water to freeze before any serious catching takes place for die hard winter-time anglers. If you're from that area, be sure to read their article for a list of fishing holes near you, and the conditions surrounding them.
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Minnesota Fishing Report
Get your printers ready, 'cause The Pioneer Press has put together an extremely robust fishing report for a large number of lakes in the Minnesota region, including some reports for ice conditions in regards to 'sturdiness'. Some lakes will allow only foot travel on ice, and couple mentioned possibilities of ATV travel.
Walleye has been the big target in the area, along with crappie, pike, and sun fish. Jigging spoons proves to be a very useful tactic, while others are sticking with classic jigs and glow products.
Walleye has been the big target in the area, along with crappie, pike, and sun fish. Jigging spoons proves to be a very useful tactic, while others are sticking with classic jigs and glow products.
1,200 lb's of Bass - Merry Christmas!!
The Ledger Dispatch has an article that aught to make bass anglers tickled pink. Lake Camanche in California will receive 1,200 pounds of bass, and several hundred more pounds of trout. During a couple weeks in December 2006, the region will be dropping in the popular game fish.
The coming years will probably prove to be very fruitful for anglers of the region, as lake levels are on the rise. However, during the cold, anglers are reporting best results with slow trolling and swim baits, and soft plastics. During the colder months, the bass seem to be hanging over underwater islands, and appear to be in active.
Not exactly the same report that we heard from down south, where the fish seem to be relatively active. Note that the water temperature on both areas appear to be similar. Perhaps a difference can be found within the natural food supply.
The coming years will probably prove to be very fruitful for anglers of the region, as lake levels are on the rise. However, during the cold, anglers are reporting best results with slow trolling and swim baits, and soft plastics. During the colder months, the bass seem to be hanging over underwater islands, and appear to be in active.
Not exactly the same report that we heard from down south, where the fish seem to be relatively active. Note that the water temperature on both areas appear to be similar. Perhaps a difference can be found within the natural food supply.
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Orange County TX Fishing
Reports from the southern regions are bustling with exceptional fishing experiences. Orange County News reports successful fishing in all it's areas, with concentration on black bass and crappie. They also mention that crank baits and spinner baits are the most popular for the bass, and plastics have shown dominance on crappie.
Typically, for the past year or so, those types of lures have been nothing short of dominant in their respective fields for those species. Knowing that, it seems that winter has had little effect in the southern region. Perhaps the natural food source is not as easily affected by the shift in climate. Or, just possibly, the climate is working well for the fishermen, and the bite is better than normal.
One thing hasn't changed tho, and thats exactly where to drop your lures. Cover is a fish's best friend, and even in winter time, that statement holds firm.
Question -
If you're from the south, do you stick with the same baits in winter as the other prime fishing months?
Do you stick to the same baits, but change color?
Typically, for the past year or so, those types of lures have been nothing short of dominant in their respective fields for those species. Knowing that, it seems that winter has had little effect in the southern region. Perhaps the natural food source is not as easily affected by the shift in climate. Or, just possibly, the climate is working well for the fishermen, and the bite is better than normal.
One thing hasn't changed tho, and thats exactly where to drop your lures. Cover is a fish's best friend, and even in winter time, that statement holds firm.
Question -
If you're from the south, do you stick with the same baits in winter as the other prime fishing months?
Do you stick to the same baits, but change color?
Winter Walleye Ice Fishing
Jason Mitchell has an excellent article about winter fishing for walleye concerning equipment noise and lures. Interestingly enough, later in the article he explains that it's more important to consistently use fresh bait, rather than changing lures. Should this be true, then one might consider bringing a healthy supply of minnows during ice fishing adventures, rather than a large quantity of fishing lures such as jigs.
He also noted how the winter can have an adverse affect on walleyes primary food supply by pointing out that the noise from boat motors and other equipment rarely alter the course of these popular fish.
Question -
Do you change tactics during your winter time fishing?
Do these tidbits of info hold true for multiple other species?
He also noted how the winter can have an adverse affect on walleyes primary food supply by pointing out that the noise from boat motors and other equipment rarely alter the course of these popular fish.
Question -
Do you change tactics during your winter time fishing?
Do these tidbits of info hold true for multiple other species?
Welcome!!
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Whether you're a fishing pro, or an amature looking to get back in the water, then book mark us!
Over the course of the coming year, we'll be posting news from around the nation/world concerning your favorite fishing spots, tournaments, and guide services.
Whether you're a fishing pro, or an amature looking to get back in the water, then book mark us!
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