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**Bwana** · 10:08 AM

So how many of you are into fishing? What do you fish for and how often do you go? Any tips for how to get the monster of your choice, lures, bait, flies? Feel free to throw in a fishing story or two as well.

What was your best or worst experience while out fishing?

MOhillbilly · 03-25-2005, 10:42 AM

river cats and rock bass.

If you know where to go the south ozarks has some world class smallmouth fishing.

Bass pro special ultralight stren 4-6# and plastic skirted road runners or any shallow to med. running crank bait w/ a red bottom.
Fish the males in the day and the mommas at night.

Chiefnj · 03-25-2005, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Iowanian

I thought about adding some of the fatheads...........But don't they grow into Carp?

If I do add them, which I had thought about.....should it be when we add the Bluegill(months to a year before the bass) or WHEN we put the bass in?

I've got a vision in my mind of my dream pond.....Uphill from it(just) would be 2, 3-4'deep gravel bottom frog ponds.........one with fatheads, one with Crawfish. I'd sein each one, once per year and flood the Main Pond with a foodsource.

8lb bass is EXACTLY what I'm shooting for, in Iowa's climate.

In the northeast "fatheads" are also known as pinhead minnows. They definately do not grow large, and are not carp. They are minnows about 1/2 to 1 long that I think if left in the wild would grow between 2-3" max. I would think you would want to add them before adding any other fish.

Idahored · 03-25-2005, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

You boys have some decent salmon fishing around there as well don't you?

Yes and this year the run is supposed to be very good. The steelhead and salmon fishing is supposed to be great. However, it takes entirely different tackle to fish for them. I am just getting started with fly fishing. Once I get that down and have all the equipment, I might try the salmon and steelhead. I think that will be a few years down the road.

The salmon/steel head fishing is getting better every year over the last 5 years. Usually the season is spring and fall, but they are expecting such a good run this year they are talking about a summer season also.

You know, the ocean current changed a few years ago bringing warm water back to the Northwest coast. That has allowed the food chain to increase and hence, the salmon population. And all this time we were told it was those darn damns!

**Iowanian** · 03-25-2005, 10:52 AM

I'm sure its the same thing..........and there are Gizzard shad in the creeks here too. Maybe they are what I'm thinking of.... We talked about seining a creek or two to get some crawdads and minnows going in there too.

I like the idea of some lilly pads, but they aren't realy very common around here. If they'll transport, I do know a couple of lakes not too far away that always has them.

The biggest challenge will be getting this pond fenced off so no cows get in it, and get the much too charitable farmer, to keep the Morons out of it.

**ptlyon** · 03-25-2005, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by mlyonsd

Always trying to out do me aren't you?

Nah. You just lead a boring life.

**Iowanian** · 03-25-2005, 10:55 AM

Are the McKenzie Brothers about to have another Tussle? Take Off, Eh Hoser.

**Iowanian** · 03-25-2005, 10:59 AM

I'd almost be willing to pleasure the wife(you may substitute Iowani-rep and Gratitude) of anyone who can find me a link where I can order my 7", Salted, Electric Blue(and grape) with White tail plastic worms.

I've looked, and looked and haven't been able to find it. I'd order a few bags if I can find them.

**Bwana** · 03-25-2005, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Idahored

Yes and this year the run is supposed to be very good. The steelhead and salmon fishing is supposed to be great. However, it takes entirely different tackle to fish for them. I am just getting started with fly fishing. Once I get that down and have all the equipment, I might try the salmon and steelhead. I think that will be a few years down the road.

The salmon/steel head fishing is getting better every year over the last 5 years. Usually the season is spring and fall, but they are expecting such a good run this year they are talking about a summer season also.

You know, the ocean current changed a few years ago bringing warm water back to the Northwest coast. That has allowed the food chain to increase and hence, the salmon population. And all this time we were told it was those darn damns!

You are going to love fly fishing. Just take your time and expect to catch as many trees as fish your first trip or two. I bet there is still flies in pine trees from a few of my adventures. After fishing in close quarters with pine trees in the mountains, I was forced to learn the roll cast. It was either that or go broke buying flies.

The only salmon I have gone after is Kings in Alaska, but I would love to hit a river full of something else at some point. Glad to hear the run is up for you over there. It should make for some great days of fishing!

coin flip · 03-25-2005, 11:01 AM

I go after large mouth bass, and catfish regularly. Only tip I can add other than using decent gear is that if you're going to fish off the bottom, tie a weight to the end of your line, then go up about 3 inches and put the hook there. That way you wont drag bottom and get your bait covered in sludge / debris. (they sell swivels in wal mart with this built in, it even has rigs for multiple hooks)

**Bwana** · 03-25-2005, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Iowanian

I'd almost be willing to pleasure the wife(you may substitute Iowani-rep and Gratitude) of anyone who can find me a link where I can order my 7", Salted, Electric Blue(and grape) with White tail plastic worms.

I've looked, and looked and haven't been able to find it. I'd order a few bags if I can find them.

Is this what you want?

http://search.ebay.com/Electric-Blue...fsopZ1QQfsooZ1

Calcountry · 03-25-2005, 11:04 AM

I fish mostly off a bank at the nearby river. The fish that are most readily available are Perch and Catfish with an occaisional Black Bass or Striper. I have been trying to teach my Mom how to cook them without rolling the fish in Corn meal and then pan frying them in oil. Tastes good, but oh my the fat.

Trout are also available in the lakes and streams of the Sierra's. Although I have never done it, a lot of folks here enjoy Deep Sea fishing as well.

**Iowanian** · 03-25-2005, 11:07 AM

No....those are too dark.

these are a lighter blue with a WHITE tail........thats the important part..........you see the blue worms with Red or chartruse tails all the time........

Gene Larew.....7" Electric Blue(and electric Grape) with WHITE tails.

I Appreciate the effort though. there is a genelarew.com, but I've had no luck finding them.

**Bwana** · 03-25-2005, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by coin flip

I go after large mouth bass, and catfish regularly. Only tip I can add other than using decent gear is that if you're going to fish off the bottom, tie a weight to the end of your line, then go up about 3 inches and put the hook there. That way you wont drag bottom and get your bait covered in sludge / debris. (they sell swivels in wal mart with this built in, it even has rigs for multiple hooks)

I haven't had much of a chance to go after cats around here. I always hear about all this nasty crap people put on the bait, does it work?

On a side note, there are all these products that a person can buy to spray on their bait. Has anyone ever tried them, do any of them work?

**ptlyon** · 03-25-2005, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

Is this what you want?

http://search.ebay.com/Electric-Blue...fsopZ1QQfsooZ1

He said 7"!!! You know how particular us fishermen are.

**Bwana** · 03-25-2005, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Iowanian

No....those are too dark.

these are a lighter blue with a WHITE tail........thats the important part..........you see the blue worms with Red or chartruse tails all the time........

Gene Larew.....7" Electric Blue(and electric Grape) with WHITE tails.

I Appreciate the effort though. there is a genelarew.com, but I've had no luck finding them.

This place has more links than a logging chain. Did you try here?

http://members.aol.com/BassRatter/Bassrat4.htm

03-25-2005, 09:24 AM
Bwana It's Five O'Clock Somewhere Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Billings, Montana Casino cash: $2139593647	The Fishing Thread So how many of you are into fishing? What do you fish for and how often do you go? Any tips for how to get the monster of your choice, lures, bait, flies? Feel free to throw in a fishing story or two as well. What was your best or worst experience while out fishing? Last edited by Bwana; 03-25-2005 at 10:08 AM..
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03-25-2005, 10:42 AM	#31
MOhillbilly Mama Tried Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Missouri Casino cash: $9949903	river cats and rock bass. If you know where to go the south ozarks has some world class smallmouth fishing. Bass pro special ultralight stren 4-6# and plastic skirted road runners or any shallow to med. running crank bait w/ a red bottom. Fish the males in the day and the mommas at night. __________________ True Son of Liberty
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03-25-2005, 10:52 AM	#34
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4798454	I'm sure its the same thing..........and there are Gizzard shad in the creeks here too. Maybe they are what I'm thinking of.... We talked about seining a creek or two to get some crawdads and minnows going in there too. I like the idea of some lilly pads, but they aren't realy very common around here. If they'll transport, I do know a couple of lakes not too far away that always has them. The biggest challenge will be getting this pond fenced off so no cows get in it, and get the much too charitable farmer, to keep the Morons out of it.
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03-25-2005, 10:55 AM	#36
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4798454	Are the McKenzie Brothers about to have another Tussle? Take Off, Eh Hoser.
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03-25-2005, 10:59 AM	#37
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4798454	I'd almost be willing to pleasure the wife(you may substitute Iowani-rep and Gratitude) of anyone who can find me a link where I can order my 7", Salted, Electric Blue(and grape) with White tail plastic worms. I've looked, and looked and haven't been able to find it. I'd order a few bags if I can find them.
Posts: 61,518

03-25-2005, 11:01 AM	#39
coin flip Rookie Join Date: Mar 2005 Casino cash: $10004900	I go after large mouth bass, and catfish regularly. Only tip I can add other than using decent gear is that if you're going to fish off the bottom, tie a weight to the end of your line, then go up about 3 inches and put the hook there. That way you wont drag bottom and get your bait covered in sludge / debris. (they sell swivels in wal mart with this built in, it even has rigs for multiple hooks)
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03-25-2005, 11:04 AM	#41
Calcountry Shoot the tube Join Date: Oct 2003 Casino cash: $8741645	I fish mostly off a bank at the nearby river. The fish that are most readily available are Perch and Catfish with an occaisional Black Bass or Striper. I have been trying to teach my Mom how to cook them without rolling the fish in Corn meal and then pan frying them in oil. Tastes good, but oh my the fat. Trout are also available in the lakes and streams of the Sierra's. Although I have never done it, a lot of folks here enjoy Deep Sea fishing as well.
Posts: 28,248

03-25-2005, 11:07 AM	#42
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4798454	No....those are too dark. these are a lighter blue with a WHITE tail........thats the important part..........you see the blue worms with Red or chartruse tails all the time........ Gene Larew.....7" Electric Blue(and electric Grape) with WHITE tails. I Appreciate the effort though. there is a genelarew.com, but I've had no luck finding them.
Posts: 61,518