Don't let the cold front keep you from fishing this weekend. Just slow down, and consider downsizing your presentation.
CT
Thursday, April 24, 2008
This Weekend
Looks to be very productive.
Crappies and bluegills are in a full-on spring pattern. I'd head out early before the boat/fishing pressure builds up like it did last weekend.
I have an opening on Sunday if you're interested in getting out. Just give me a call.
CT
Crappies and bluegills are in a full-on spring pattern. I'd head out early before the boat/fishing pressure builds up like it did last weekend.
I have an opening on Sunday if you're interested in getting out. Just give me a call.
CT
Monday, April 21, 2008
Walleyes.....
Not on the Rock River, but on the Oconomowoc River.
Yesterday while out crappie fishing, I was totally inspired by the numbers and qualities of walleyes, bass, northerns and muskies I saw in the river and on Oconomowoc.
I haven't done so for a few years, but I'll be guiding on Oconomowoc for walleyes this year. It looks like the stocking efforts have really paid off big, and the fish are approaching quality size. We saw several over 20inches yesterday.
The Musky population looks healthy and vibrant as well. Lots of quality fish, with plenty of undersize fish that are nice and thick.
Oconomowoc is a challenging lake to fish, and it can beat you at times, but I guarantee its going to get some extra attention from me this year.
Yesterday while out crappie fishing, I was totally inspired by the numbers and qualities of walleyes, bass, northerns and muskies I saw in the river and on Oconomowoc.
I haven't done so for a few years, but I'll be guiding on Oconomowoc for walleyes this year. It looks like the stocking efforts have really paid off big, and the fish are approaching quality size. We saw several over 20inches yesterday.
The Musky population looks healthy and vibrant as well. Lots of quality fish, with plenty of undersize fish that are nice and thick.
Oconomowoc is a challenging lake to fish, and it can beat you at times, but I guarantee its going to get some extra attention from me this year.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
"Major Flooding" Near Newville
If you're considering heading down to the Rock River in the Jefferson/Ft Atkinson area for Walleys and/or white bass, please be aware of the conditions there.
The water is extremely high from the Jefferson Dam on down to the lake. Many of the traditional shorefishing areas are flooded. Blackhawk Island is flooded and water is moving inland making road access difficult, if not impossible. The Flood Warnings at Newville have been upgraded to "major flooding" the highest category.
This batch of heavy rain over the next 24-48 hours is only going to make the situation worse for the locals.
The entire river is slow no wake until further notice. Be careful, there's lots of debris in the water and the current is very strong. If you are fishing and anchor, keep a sharp knife handy in case you have to quickly cut your ropes.
Here's the current report from 9:29pm on 4-17-2008:
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The Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Newville.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 11.61 feet.
* Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 11.3 feet... there is Knee-Deep water over Blackhawk
Road. Lamp Road on west side of river also becomes Flooded. Lake
Koshkonong merges with Mud Lake to the east of Lake Koshkonong.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Fort Atkinson.
* Until further notice.
* At 0825 PM Thursday the stage was 7.14 feet.
* Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 6.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 7.1 feet... water touches Highway 106 east of Fort
Atkinson.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Jefferson.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 11.07 feet.
* Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 11.3 feet... floodwaters affect low lying areas of
residential and business property in Jefferson... including the Burger
corner restaurant and Riverview drive in the area of the wastewater
plant. A stage of 11.3 feet is about a 5 year flood.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the crawfish river at Milford.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 7.83 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 8.1 feet... there is widespread flooding of agricultural
land and lowland. There is widespead flooding in the Riverbend
campground... about 5 miles upstream. This level is considered to be
about a 5 year flood.
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There are a couple links to the right that will keep you up to date on conditions on the Rock River.
Stay Safe
CT
The water is extremely high from the Jefferson Dam on down to the lake. Many of the traditional shorefishing areas are flooded. Blackhawk Island is flooded and water is moving inland making road access difficult, if not impossible. The Flood Warnings at Newville have been upgraded to "major flooding" the highest category.
This batch of heavy rain over the next 24-48 hours is only going to make the situation worse for the locals.
The entire river is slow no wake until further notice. Be careful, there's lots of debris in the water and the current is very strong. If you are fishing and anchor, keep a sharp knife handy in case you have to quickly cut your ropes.
Here's the current report from 9:29pm on 4-17-2008:
--------------------------------------------------------------------
The Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Newville.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 11.61 feet.
* Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 11.3 feet... there is Knee-Deep water over Blackhawk
Road. Lamp Road on west side of river also becomes Flooded. Lake
Koshkonong merges with Mud Lake to the east of Lake Koshkonong.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Fort Atkinson.
* Until further notice.
* At 0825 PM Thursday the stage was 7.14 feet.
* Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 6.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 7.1 feet... water touches Highway 106 east of Fort
Atkinson.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the Rock River at Jefferson.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 11.07 feet.
* Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 11.3 feet... floodwaters affect low lying areas of
residential and business property in Jefferson... including the Burger
corner restaurant and Riverview drive in the area of the wastewater
plant. A stage of 11.3 feet is about a 5 year flood.
929 PM CDT Thu Apr 17 2008
... Flood Warning extended until further notice...
the Flood Warning continues for
the crawfish river at Milford.
* Until further notice.
* At 0800 PM Thursday the stage was 7.83 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* The river will continue to fall slowly over the next week.
At a stage of 8.1 feet... there is widespread flooding of agricultural
land and lowland. There is widespead flooding in the Riverbend
campground... about 5 miles upstream. This level is considered to be
about a 5 year flood.
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There are a couple links to the right that will keep you up to date on conditions on the Rock River.
Stay Safe
CT
Crappies
Was out yesterday on Okauchee for a bit. The Crappies are biting pretty good.
Posted a fishing report on the baitshop blog and on Lake-link, and got a couple questions about the setup I was using.
Nothing fancy about this kind of fishing. Clip-on (spring) pencil style bobber about 24 inches above a gold or red aberdeen hook with two small splitshots crimped on a little below half way between the hook and the bobber. I was tailhooking the fatheads I had.
I used some "large" fatheads rather than "crappie minnows" because I want to win the G-Loomis Ultralight. They bit both size minnows.
CT
Posted a fishing report on the baitshop blog and on Lake-link, and got a couple questions about the setup I was using.
Nothing fancy about this kind of fishing. Clip-on (spring) pencil style bobber about 24 inches above a gold or red aberdeen hook with two small splitshots crimped on a little below half way between the hook and the bobber. I was tailhooking the fatheads I had.
I used some "large" fatheads rather than "crappie minnows" because I want to win the G-Loomis Ultralight. They bit both size minnows.
CT
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Heading out today
I'll be rolling out this afternoon for an equipment test and to do a little scouting. I might even get to fish for a bit.
I'll bring back a report with water temperatures.
CT
I'll bring back a report with water temperatures.
CT
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Crappie!
Its hard to believe after the all this rough weather, but it looks like we'll be on track later this week for several days in the low 60's with some sunshine.
You can expect the crappies to begin moving into shallow dark bottom areas over the next week. Give the high water rivers a rest, and break out your ultralight gear.
CT
You can expect the crappies to begin moving into shallow dark bottom areas over the next week. Give the high water rivers a rest, and break out your ultralight gear.
CT
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Check out the baitshop blog,
Eric and I shot some video today. I posted three clips on the baitshop blog.
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Saturday, March 22, 2008
New River Data Site
I just added a weblink that allows you to quickly access river data on flow and river levels.
The Rock is approaching flood stage. Be alert for changing conditions.
CT
The Rock is approaching flood stage. Be alert for changing conditions.
CT
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Bait Tank Test Shots
We're getting ready to film the muskies spawning below the Oconomowoc River Dam.
He're some test video we shot in the large shiner tank yesterday
He're some test video we shot in the large shiner tank yesterday
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Ironclad lures
Just got back from the Sports Show.
I had a very interesting chat with the folks from Lake Resources Group. they are marketing the Ironclad lures and are based right here in Wisconsin.
I have to say, I was a bit skeptical of their products when I first read about them, but after having a chance to look them over today, I think these guys are onto something.
I was worried that the design would impede hook penetration, especially for clients who aren't used to driving the hook home the way I am, but I have to say, I really think these lures are innovative, and I really don't think it will be a problem.
I think they'll be great for my clients, staying on the hook much longer than traditional soft plastics. I look forward to putting them through the paces on the water very, very soon.
The website for the company is www.ironcladlures.com. There's not much in the way of content just yet, but stay tuned.
CT
I had a very interesting chat with the folks from Lake Resources Group. they are marketing the Ironclad lures and are based right here in Wisconsin.
I have to say, I was a bit skeptical of their products when I first read about them, but after having a chance to look them over today, I think these guys are onto something.
I was worried that the design would impede hook penetration, especially for clients who aren't used to driving the hook home the way I am, but I have to say, I really think these lures are innovative, and I really don't think it will be a problem.
I think they'll be great for my clients, staying on the hook much longer than traditional soft plastics. I look forward to putting them through the paces on the water very, very soon.
The website for the company is www.ironcladlures.com. There's not much in the way of content just yet, but stay tuned.
CT
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Walleyes-the run begins
Gang,
I could oggle the pictures of that ten pounder for awhile, but I'd be laying down on the job if I didn't point out that there is open water at the Dells.
The launch at the river's edge resort appears to be open, although I'd check with them before heading down.
It won't be long now.
I could oggle the pictures of that ten pounder for awhile, but I'd be laying down on the job if I didn't point out that there is open water at the Dells.
The launch at the river's edge resort appears to be open, although I'd check with them before heading down.
It won't be long now.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Wish you were here!
As you may know, I took a little a little trip down to Texas for a midwinter fishing break. I'm fishing Lake Conroe north of Houston
I'm happy to say, I am now the member of an elite club of fisherman who has broken the ten pound mark on a largemouth bass. This baby weighed 10-2 on certified scale. I caught it the first day of fishing. On day two, while the fishing was much slowed, I also pulled in an 8-6.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
A fishing report?
It has occurred to me this morning that I haven't been putting any fishing reports up at this website for awhile.
Two reasons: First, I haven't been fishing too much lately. Two, I'm posting a fishing report twice weekly on the Baitshop's blog.
I'll be updating this page frequently as soon as open water hits. If you need a fishing report in the meantime, try the baitshop blog.
CT
Two reasons: First, I haven't been fishing too much lately. Two, I'm posting a fishing report twice weekly on the Baitshop's blog.
I'll be updating this page frequently as soon as open water hits. If you need a fishing report in the meantime, try the baitshop blog.
CT
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
New Content
I posted some videos below as a test run. I'll be adding new content to here and the baitshop blog over the next couple weeks.
Stay Tuned
Stay Tuned
Monday, February 4, 2008
New Equipment This Year
Gang,
I'm in the process of overhauling the Starcraft. My engine and electronics are all getting a long overdue makeover.
This season I'l be hitting the water with Humminbrid's new sidefinder technology. If you haven't seen the images this generates, you are missing out.
These upgrades to engines and electronics will allow for some new tactics this year. I'll be looking to do alot of walleye fishing this season, especially on Oconomowoc, Pine and Labelle.
If this interests you, please contact me for more information.
CT
I'm in the process of overhauling the Starcraft. My engine and electronics are all getting a long overdue makeover.
This season I'l be hitting the water with Humminbrid's new sidefinder technology. If you haven't seen the images this generates, you are missing out.
These upgrades to engines and electronics will allow for some new tactics this year. I'll be looking to do alot of walleye fishing this season, especially on Oconomowoc, Pine and Labelle.
If this interests you, please contact me for more information.
CT
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