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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 16:59:30 (permalink)
ORIGINAL: rapala11

there are no smallmouth on the ohio side of pymatuning, just small carp and mudpuppies.
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 18:41:42 (permalink)
Okay my two cents..... really...... you guys are worried about smallies in Elk, I'm not a big bass fisherman, but yea once in awhile I'll fish for them (NOT THERE). When gas hits $5.00 a gallon this summer you guys will have it made and have it all to yourself again this summer, us guys South of the "Gates of Fish Heaven" will have to fish unworthy water like the Allegheny River near Franklin and Kennerdale, OOOOO no I let that out..... what I'm going to do???? And yes I do catch fish in the river.......
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 18:53:59 (permalink)
i do understand the concerns about spot burning, though i will have no impact of the erie bass fishery. years ago, and i mean many years ago, i fished two adjoining points at pymatuning for spring run walleyes. there were about 7 or 8 guys who knew about this spot and we all did extremely well in march and april. this was before the internet, but word did get out and soon the hordes arrived. the last time i was there, i counted 37 anglers strung out between these two points. more power to them, it was not mine and it was not going to remain a secret. it belonged to everyone and to no one. the last time there, i was given looks, as i waded out to my customary spot, that i did not belong. i wanted to tell everyone i was one of the originals, but i gave up the ghost and found new spots.

after a few years of intense pressure on these points, the catch became pitiful and the waders faded away. a great spot for memories was reduced to just that, a memory. i am sure that is what happened to the tribs and the crowds that appear each fall.

point is (blah, blah, blah...sorry) but times change and we usually create that change. i can understand the way a bunch of guys feel about spot-burning, but inevitably, if the fishing is good, the word gets out.

imo, pms are a great way to share info.....just sayin.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 19:17:46 (permalink)

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Okay my two cents..... really...... you guys are worried about smallies in Elk, I'm not a big bass fisherman, but yea once in awhile I'll fish for them (NOT THERE). When gas hits $5.00 a gallon this summer you guys will have it made and have it all to yourself again this summer, us guys South of the "Gates of Fish Heaven" will have to fish unworthy water like the Allegheny River near Franklin and Kennerdale, OOOOO no I let that out..... what I'm going to do???? And yes I do catch fish in the river.......





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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 20:29:22 (permalink)
I'll spot burn right now. There is an awesome spot on Elk that always fishes well when the smallies are in: Stretch from 90 south about a mile. Preferably fished from the east bank.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/09 22:17:28 (permalink)
Well, since we're on the subject of burning spots....I'll set one of my favorites on fire.  Good luck!


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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 08:55:14 (permalink)
Middle Bass Island, Port Clinton OH



be there or be square
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 09:12:05 (permalink)
Loopy You and Senyo can hook up.
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 09:55:32 (permalink)

ORIGINAL: rapala11

there are no smallmouth on the ohio side of pymatuning, just small carp and mudpuppies.


When do the mudpuppies run? Do they hit Blue Powerbait?

Some people are like Slinkies...not really good for anything, but you still can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 14:21:22 (permalink)
mid-february. chartreuse jittebugs worked on the surface in 15 feet of water is the ticket. look for the crowds. everyone will be there.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 14:58:12 (permalink)
I don't doubt for a minute, that lot's of folks from S. central pa. will go past the Juniata, and Raystown lake. Just to drive 4-5 hours to fish Elk for Smallies

Get Informed, Get Involved, And Make A Difference.

Step Up, or Step Aside


The next time you say "Somebody should do something", remember that YOU are somebody.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 17:12:40 (permalink)
ORIGINAL: spoonchucker

I don't doubt for a minute, that lot's of folks from S. central pa. will go past the Juniata, and Raystown lake. Just to drive 4-5 hours to fish Elk for Smallies

 
Rystown Lake, definately.  Juniata River, doubtful.  To fish the Big Pond for smallmouth.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 18:13:00 (permalink)

ORIGINAL: Sharpefly

Loopy You and Senyo can hook up.



Jim, I am LOLing all day with that one.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 18:40:55 (permalink)
I can catch 30+ smallies in a day right in my back yard....however when you throw in the element of avg. fish in the 4lb range with chances of 5 to 7lbers likely; THAT changes everything! IMO, well I think its pretty safe to say theres no better fishing in the world for big/many walleye and smallmouth bass than there is on Lake Erie. No-where

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 19:21:54 (permalink)
when do the walleye run up elk creek


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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 19:37:49 (permalink)
Thats another subject all together, stick with the smallmouth bass first, then when you hear the bell, go to walleye class down the hall..........
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 19:57:37 (permalink)

ORIGINAL: ShutUpNFish

I can catch 30+ smallies in a day right in my back yard....however when you throw in the element of avg. fish in the 4lb range with chances of 5 to 7lbers likely; THAT changes everything! IMO, well I think its pretty safe to say theres no better fishing in the world for big/many walleye and smallmouth bass than there is on Lake Erie. No-where





I'm sorry but the western basin is better for walleye and the eastern basin is better for smallies. The PA section of the lake is nice but not the best
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 20:07:28 (permalink)
The PA section of the lake is nice but not the best


I'd argue that in a heartbeat.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 20:37:12 (permalink)
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The PA section of the lake is nice but not the best


I'd argue that in a heartbeat.

Ironhed




go for it


I'll catch the hog walleyes in May and then again in mid September to early November out by Port Clinton
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 21:16:33 (permalink)

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ORIGINAL: ShutUpNFish

I can catch 30+ smallies in a day right in my back yard....however when you throw in the element of avg. fish in the 4lb range with chances of 5 to 7lbers likely; THAT changes everything! IMO, well I think its pretty safe to say theres no better fishing in the world for big/many walleye and smallmouth bass than there is on Lake Erie. No-where





I'm sorry but the western basin is better for walleye and the eastern basin is better for smallies. The PA section of the lake is nice but not the best


Who ever even mentioned anything about the PA or any specific section of Erie? I was talking about Lake Erie in general....If you fish it enough, you'd know that at specific times of the year, various sections fish better than others due to migrations. Especially for walleye....smallies, on the other hand, are hard to beat when fishing from Presque Isle to Buffalo Harbor anytime/anywhere in the world.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/10 23:28:49 (permalink)

I'll catch the hog walleyes in May and then again in mid September to early November out by Port Clinton


You definitely don't have to leave PA, buddy. lol  Trust me. 
And it all starts right here in the beginning of May.  I can only dream we could fish them before that(so most head to PC in April for the jig bite).
PC is a dead sea in July/Aug...unless catching 3-yr old dinks on the "Fence" is your cup of tea.

Much to learn, young Jedi.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 07:58:54 (permalink)

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I'll catch the hog walleyes in May and then again in mid September to early November out by Port Clinton


You definitely don't have to leave PA, buddy. lol  Trust me. 
And it all starts right here in the beginning of May.  I can only dream we could fish them before that(so most head to PC in April for the jig bite).
PC is a dead sea in July/Aug...unless catching 3-yr old dinks on the "Fence" is your cup of tea.

Much to learn, young Jedi.

Ironhed





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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 08:15:10 (permalink)
ORIGINAL: Ironhed


I'll catch the hog walleyes in May and then again in mid September to early November out by Port Clinton


You definitely don't have to leave PA, buddy. lol  Trust me. 
And it all starts right here in the beginning of May.  I can only dream we could fish them before that(so most head to PC in April for the jig bite).
PC is a dead sea in July/Aug...unless catching 3-yr old dinks on the "Fence" is your cup of tea.

Much to learn, young Jedi.

Ironhed




 
SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, what you are saying is when the Central PA gang from the hunting boards comes up to fish with you, we will be, well, ah, swimming in walleye?

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 08:51:19 (permalink)

ORIGINAL: Ironhed


I'll catch the hog walleyes in May and then again in mid September to early November out by Port Clinton


You definitely don't have to leave PA, buddy. lol  Trust me. 
And it all starts right here in the beginning of May.  I can only dream we could fish them before that(so most head to PC in April for the jig bite).
PC is a dead sea in July/Aug...unless catching 3-yr old dinks on the "Fence" is your cup of tea.

Much to learn, young Jedi.

Ironhed







All bout timing. I'd rather fish Ohio in spring and fall for walleyes.


Come summer I'm not in Ohio, instead on the Allegheny or French chasing bass and eyes, plus local lakes like Tamarack, Kahle, Woodcock Creek and starting to fish Pymatuning more and more. Usually take a trip or two to Erie to fish with the perch pack



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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 08:58:29 (permalink)
psu, you a fly guy or throw the skinny lines?

btw, i own pymatuning, but since you get an ohio license, if ever you need a place to wade for smallies, let me know..........via pm, of course. the last two years i took one that nudged the scales at 5 pounds. beasts, big and bronze.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 09:03:36 (permalink)
this past fall was my first go-round with a fly rod. But mostly spin fishing and trolling
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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 09:04:22 (permalink)
SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, what you are saying is when the Central PA gang from the hunting boards comes up to fish with you, we will be, well, ah, swimming in walleye?


We'll find a few dumb ones.
I have a job planned for you.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 09:07:50 (permalink)
All bout timing.


It's all about the weather.

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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 09:12:28 (permalink)
couldnt you say timing is weather?




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RE: Smallmouth on the Tribs 2011/02/11 09:19:31 (permalink)
ORIGINAL: Ironhed

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, what you are saying is when the Central PA gang from the hunting boards comes up to fish with you, we will be, well, ah, swimming in walleye?


We'll find a few dumb ones.
I have a job planned for you.

Ironhed


 
I skinned and filleted pheasants for those guys so that they had feathers to tie flies with.  I am not about to do the same for them with walleyes.
 
Dumb is good.

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