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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel> <title>RSS Rainbow Fishes - Fishing Port</title> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/</link> <description>Rainbow Fishes - Fishing Port</description> <lastBuildDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:29:09 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>daily</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <item> <title>When do white bass run in Ohio</title> <description>Every Spring, thousands of anglers descend on Northwest Ohio to fish the waters of the Maumee & Sandusky Rivers for a spawning run of Walleye followed by White Bass. This annual fishing tradition is beloved by many, including ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/white_bass_run_is_a_local.jpg" alt="White bass run is a local" align="left" /><p>Every Spring, thousands of anglers descend on Northwest Ohio to fish the waters of the Maumee & Sandusky Rivers for a spawning run of Walleye followed by White Bass. This annual fishing tradition is beloved by many, including myself. A typical scene at the peak of the run (The Blade/Andy Morrison) The Sandusky River is the smaller tributary of the two, and the fishing is limited to the downtown area of Fremont, Ohio. The Maumee River, which gains far more attention and rightly so, boasts a much longer stretch of river to target the fish...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Bass Fishing]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/BassFishing/when-do-white-bass-run-in-ohio</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/BassFishing/when-do-white-bass-run-in-ohio</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:29:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>When does fishing season start and Finish</title> <description>Our winter months are about the most dramatic in the way of temperatures and probably the most obvious day to day fishery change due to the weather. One day it can be blowing from the north and the winter species will prevail ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/louisiana_department_of_wildlife_and_fisheries.jpg" alt="Nest DSC_0404" align="left" /><p>Our winter months are about the most dramatic in the way of temperatures and probably the most obvious day to day fishery change due to the weather. One day it can be blowing from the north and the winter species will prevail both inshore and offshore. Then a wind switch is all it takes to usher in some warm moist air from the south and all of a sudden you think its October and summer species are here and chewing. The main thing folks like to fish for is the beginning of our sailfish run. Sailfish from 30-70 lbs are coming down the reef line when conditions are right. Balckfin tunas and the mackerel are a big part of winter deep sea fishing. Our King Mackerel (kingfish) range from 10 - 60 lbs. We also have an abundance of cero mackerel approaching world record sizes on the cooler days. Catch a southerly breeze and the dolphin (mahi mahi) will show up and there are always good amounts of bonito and barracudas to fill in the gaps. We think the winter is the best time for meat hunters for Yellowtail snappers, mutton snappers and grouper making up the list mixed with the mackerels such as cero and king eating the massive amounts of bait attracted to the reef and wrecks. Grouper season closes in the Atlantic on January 1 every year so we hope to get the cooler waters here in December to make good on the last part of season. A great way to catch a nice dinner and not kill the bank. On the wrecks in the cooler months like January and February we look for Cobia. Winter can be windy. But it can also be warm and humid on some of the days which really turns on the Key West flats fishing. Permit don't seem to care much about cooler water temps and can always be spotted by the patient angler. January and February being better months for sight fishing for large permit on the flats. Large barracudas sun themselves on the flats and will eat a bait presented well. Cobia will tail the rays and sharks cruising the flats in the cooler water temps. Jack crevales are a fun way to break up the day on the flats as they chase the rays in the shallows. redfish are also a fun species to target but can be very specific to tides. We call the redfish the winter time bonefish. Speaking of which, bonefish, while still around, are not a focused target in the winter while flats fishing. We fish the flats on our flats boats and bay boats in the winter based on our clients needs and desires. Both light tackle spin fishing and fly fishing techniques are used here. In the winter backcountry fishing charters make up a large portion of our trips here in Key West. With the promise of calmer waters even on windier days and lots of action throughout a fishing trip makes it a great way to go. We have an amazing speckled sea trout fishery here in Key West. With the sea trout runs jack crevales, blue fish, pompano, snappers, ladyfish and sharks. Its not uncommon for an angler to catch 40 to 50 fish in a half day charter with over 10 different species. With our bay boats we can handle up to four anglers for a fun day of backcountry fishing . We really enjoy fishing the Marquesas Keys providing the weather is not too crazy in the winter. Working all around the islands for shots at a larger number of species on many different types of tackle. We call this trip the "All In Wonder". Great for 3 anglers or less, but we can take up to 4. Fishing the flats, the shallow wrecks and reefs surrounding the Marquesas makes for a super fun day with winter time shots at: Permit on the flats and shallow wrecks, big barracudas sunning themselves on the flats, large jacks cruising with the rays, sharks, tarpon on the warmer days, grouper and snapper on the reefs using light tackle and lot of other really fun fish. Check out the "All In Wonder" fishing charter to learn more. Spring time is a great time and the most popular (most people come here) time to fish here in Key West both inshore and deep sea. We have a huge cast of characters (fish species) ready to eat and entertain. The end of winter is ushered out by warm fronts and more tropical breezes. Tourists are visiting Key West in the droves with spring breakers stating late February going into March and families follow them. Spring is the time for our sport fishing. The tarpon fishing heats up as the migration happens inshore and the sailfish push through offshore with the biggest dolphin we will see all year. People ask us all the time " when is the best time to go fishing in Key West"? Spring time is my cookie cut answer. The flats are coming alive in the spring with the warmer water temps. Permit fishing is really strong in March just before these world class sport fish head out to the wrecks and reefs for a migration break in April right around the moon. Mid April some bonefish start to show up in their haunts and get pretty consistent by May and June, albeit not very large. The migration for tarpon fishing starts in May. Where a huge slew of tarpon come to Key West making themselves available to flats fishermen in less than 3 ft of water. This is a very busy time for all of us flats fishing guides as the tarpon migration has become very popular. Book your dates early. As June matures the flats fishing gets EPIC, but the temps also get pretty warm. Flats fishing in June has lots of...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Fishing Season]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/FishingSeason/when-does-fishing-season-start-and-finish</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/FishingSeason/when-does-fishing-season-start-and-finish</guid> <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jun 2024 13:03:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>When does fishing season end</title> <description>Free fishing days will take place on February 18 &amp; 19, 2017 and June 3 &amp; 4, 2017. On these days, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/about_fishing_seasons_in_nz.jpg" alt="About Fishing Seasons in NZ" align="left" /><p>Free fishing days will take place on February 18 & 19, 2017 and June 3 & 4, 2017. On these days, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days. Why Do We Regulate? Fisheries management is the science of balancing the impacts of habitat changes, fishing pressure for different kinds of fish, the desires of different anglers for the kind, numbers, and size of fish they would like to catch, and the biological potential of the waters to grow and support the kinds, size, and numbers of fish that anglers want to catch. Maine has nearly 6, 000 lakes and ponds over one acre in size and almost 32, 000 miles of rivers and streams. These waters differ remarkably in basic physical features, water chemistry, and biological potential. The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife's goal is to provide anglers with the most opportunities for the types of fishing they want, while ensuring that these same fish resources are going to be here for our children. To accomplish this on all of Maine's waters is a challenge! While we can help enhance some fisheries by stocking or improving habitat, one of the most important tools that we have for fisheries conservation is controlling angler impacts on fish populations. Regulations are designed to conserve fish populations and help provide the kind of fishing experience that anglers want. This can be complicated and since many of Maine's waters are different, the same regulation on different waters may not have the same result and can affect anglers and fish populations very differently. Where possible, we regulate fishing using a set of "General Laws" that are similar for all waters. Waters that fall outside the "General Law" category usually have special characteristics where fishing opportunity for some kinds of fish can be improved by using different regulations. These regulations were developed to try to provide the kinds of fishing opportunities that hundreds of anglers have told us they would like to see. Changing bag limits can help distribute the catch more equally between anglers and over the season. This can also help reduce the overall catch of a species and help redirect fishing pressure to other species. Changing length limits is one of the most effective ways of reducing the overall take of a species, while still allowing anglers to take some fish home. This regulation can also be used to protect a certain portion of the fish population that may be more vulnerable or could affect the future of the population - for example, very small fish or spawning (breeding) fish. If fishing pressure is expected to stay high, an "artificial lures only" restriction may also have to be enacted to protect released fish from dying due to wounds inflicted from swallowing baited hooks. Terminal tackle restrictions such as artificial lures only (ALO) and Fly Fishing Only (FFO) are used to reduce hooking injuries to released fish from baited hooks in conjunction with lower bag or restrictive length limits. This regulation can also redirect fishing pressure to different waters. Different season dates can protect fish populations when they may be particularly vulnerable, such as when they are spawning (breeding). Catch and Release is used when fishing pressure is high on a vulnerable population and the fishery will be depleted if fish are taken. Usually "artificial lures only" regulations have to be paired with "catch and release" to protect fish from injury. Some anglers think there are too many regulations and the regulations are too complicated. However, we need to remember that we are dealing with thousands of waters statewide and that each is different. On these waters, we are trying to give anglers a variety of quality fishing opportunities while ensuring the resource exists for our children in the future.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Fishing Season]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/FishingSeason/Page3.html</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/FishingSeason/Page3.html</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:51:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>How to go ice fishing?</title> <description>Author: Mike Gnatkowski Ice-fishing can result in a memorable outing or a miserable experience. There doesn’t seem to be any in between. It all depends on how well you’re prepared. Spend just a few hours sitting on a plastic ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/635617.jpg" alt="1000+ images about Ice Fishing" align="left" /><p>Author: Mike Gnatkowski Ice-fishing can result in a memorable outing or a miserable experience. There doesn’t seem to be any in between. It all depends on how well you’re prepared. Spend just a few hours sitting on a plastic bucket, staring down a hole, freezing your extremities, with the wind spitting snow down the back of your neck and a few measly fish on the ice is not the way to get started ice-fishing. You’re likely to proclaim yourself a full-fledged couch potato after an outing like that and never venture onto the ice again. But...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Ice Fishing]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/IceFishing/how-to-go-ice-fishing</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/IceFishing/how-to-go-ice-fishing</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:38:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>What is the elevation of Lake Erie?</title> <description>Elevation: 571 ft. above sea level Maximum Depth: 210 feet Length: 210 miles Max. Width: 57 miles Volume: 116 cubic miles 12th-largest (area) lake in the world GEOLOGICAL The lake was gouged out by glacial ice between 1 million ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/elevation_map_of_lake_erie.jpg" alt="Thanksgiving autumn sky lake" align="left" /><p>Elevation: 571 ft. above sea level Maximum Depth: 210 feet Length: 210 miles Max. Width: 57 miles Volume: 116 cubic miles 12th-largest (area) lake in the world GEOLOGICAL The lake was gouged out by glacial ice between 1 million and 12, 600 years ago. It was one of the first Great Lakes to be uncovered during the last retreat of the glacial ice. The oldest rocks from which the Lake Erie basin was carved are about 400 million years old and formed in a tropical ocean-reef environment. Lake Erie and its shoreline are a major source of many minerals. The largest sandstone quarry in the world is located in Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio. Salt mines in Cuyahoga and Lake Counties extend out under Lake Erie and are an important source of revenue to the State. Sand, gypsum, and limestone used for construction purposes are found in abundance. Large reserves of natural gas, over 3 trillion cubic feet, are located under Lake Erie. PHYSICAL Lake Erie is the 12th-largest (area) lake in the world, and its border includes four states (NY, PA, OH, MI) and one Canadian Province (Ontario). Lake Erie is the southernmost, shallowest, warmest, and most biologically productive of the five Great Lakes. Lake Erie has three basins: the western basin includes the islands area, the central basin extends from the islands to Erie, PA, and Long Point, Canada, and the eastern basin extends from Erie, PA, to the east end of the lake. Lake Erie is about 210 miles (338 km) long, about 57 miles (92 km) wide, and has a shoreline length of about 871 miles (1, 400 km). The maximum depth is 210 feet (64 m). Average depths in the basins are: western, 24 feet (7.3 m); central, 60 feet (18.3 m); and eastern, 80 feet (24.4 m). The water surface area is 9, 906 square miles (25, 657 sq. km) and the volume is 116 cubic miles (483 cu. km). Lake Erie's drainage basin area is 22, 720 square miles (58, 800 sq. km) and has a retention/replacement time of 2.6 years, which is the shortest of the Great Lakes. Water flow from the Detroit River makes up 80 to 90% of the flow into the lake. The outlet for Lake Erie is the Niagara River; consequently, it is Lake Erie that feeds water to Niagara Falls. Basin rainfall is about 34 inches per year, although the historical trend is increasing slightly. About 34 inches of water evaporates from the lake surface per year. Elevation of the Low Water Datum (chart "0") is 568.6 feet above Father Point, Quebec. Average water elevation is about 570 feet above the same point. HISTORIC The lake was the last of the Great Lakes to be discovered by Europeans, by Louis Joliet (a French explorer) in 1669. French claims to the lake were ceded to England as a result of the 1754-63 French and Indian Wars. In 1796, Connecticut gave up its claim to the Western Reserve lands, which then permitted settlement of what is now northeastern Ohio. The famous quotation "We have met the enemy and they are ours, " was made by Oliver Hazzard Perry during the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812, which secured the south shore of the lake for the U.S. Fishing More fish are produced each year for human consumption from Lake Erie than from the other four Great Lakes combined - Lakes Huron, Michigan Ontario and Superior. The western end of Lake Erie is the "Walleye Capital of the World, " producing more walleye per hectare than any other lake in the world. In 1981 Ohio sport fishermen spent over 13 million man-hours fishing on Lake Erie. Each year Ohio sport fishermen catch over 25 million fish on Lake Erie.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Erie]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/Erie/what-is-the-elevation-of-lake-erie</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/Erie/what-is-the-elevation-of-lake-erie</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Legacy Restaurant Avon Lake Ohio</title> <description>Every small town in America should have a club like Sweetbriar. Located in Avon Lake, Sweetbriar Golf Club boasts two scenic 18-hole courses that are routed through natural wetlands and forests. The front nine of the Legacy ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/wwwlegacydiningavonlakecom_750_jaycox_road_avon_lake.jpg" alt="Legacy Beef Kabob Salad.jpg" align="left" /><p>Every small town in America should have a club like Sweetbriar. Located in Avon Lake, Sweetbriar Golf Club boasts two scenic 18-hole courses that are routed through natural wetlands and forests. The front nine of the Legacy Course was built in 2002 and the back nine was added in 2007. The nines have different landscapes, creating a diverse set of holes that will have you using all the clubs in your bag. Sweetbriar Golf Club is home to 36 holes of some of Ohio's most scenic golf. There are two 18-hole courses that sprawl across acres of natural wetlands and forests. Numerous lakes and ponds also dot the landscape. The Sweetbriar Course is the original course at the club. Built in the 1960s, the golf course has a traditional design that offers a fair amount of challenges. The final result is two courses completely different, which adds up to the perfect club for golfers of all ages and abilities. The newer Legacy Course at Sweetbriar has matured into the top stop on the west side of Cleveland. A foursome of assistant coaches from the Detroit Tigers teed it up on the course earlier this summer before a series showdown with the Indians. "We try to tailor to every golfer, " said Brian Butchko, the director of golf at Sweetbriar. Sweetbriar: Two different courses The first nine holes of the original Sweetbriar Course were built in the 1960s. The entire original 18-hole loop was later rerouted to make room for the Legacy. Architect Don Childs, of Michigan, built the Legacy front nine in 2002. The back nine came in a second phase in 2007. The 6, 634-yard Legacy does not play overly long, but there isn't much room for error, either. Water, trees, bunkers and a few out-of-bounds stakes from surrounding backyards will cause concern throughout the day. All the par 3s are solid to strong. The par 5s tempt long players into taking on trouble. The long par-5 fifth and 16th holes remain the No. 1 handicap on each nine. "The par 5s are reachable but risk-reward, " Butchko said. "It makes it fun for longer hitters, but for other handicaps, it's still fair." A series of creeks and ponds keep the original, 6, 006-yard, par-70 Sweetbriar course interesting. Five par 3s give players an extra chance at a birdie or better. Amazingly, there isn't a single bunker on the entire layout. Bobby Jones, 82, of Bay View, Ohio, said he likes playing the original course more since it allows walking. He added that both courses are good tests. "The Legacy is newer. It's in better shape, " Jones said. "Sweetbriar (as a whole) is a nice facility and clubhouse." The Legacy Restaurant & Grille Room inside a spacious clubhouse are perhaps Sweetbriar's biggest asset. There's both a casual seating and bar area with TVs for golfers and a separate section for more private sit-down meals. Different menus serve entrees at different price points. Live music plays some nights during the summer. A nice veranda and bar out back allows golfers to chill outdoors after a round. Sweetbriar Golf & Pro Shop: The verdict If every small town in America had a club like Sweetbriar Golf & Pro Shop, the game would be much better off. Sweetbriar had the feeling of Cheers during my brief stay. It seems to serve as a gathering place for the community. Better players will enjoy the Legacy, while seniors, beginners and families gravitate toward the less expensive, more forgiving original course.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Avon]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/Avon/legacy-restaurant-avon-lake-ohio</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/Avon/legacy-restaurant-avon-lake-ohio</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 12:25:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Walleye fishing Ohio</title> <description>Ohio anglers are fortunate to have many lakes with populations of walleye. They include Alum Creek Lake, Berlin Lake, Buck Creek Lake, Caesar Creek Lake, Clendening Reservoir, Grand Lake St Marys, Lake Erie, Lake Milton, Mosquito ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/fool_proof_tips_for_catching_fall.jpg" alt="Walleyes, catching walleyes" align="left" /><p>Ohio anglers are fortunate to have many lakes with populations of walleye. They include Alum Creek Lake, Berlin Lake, Buck Creek Lake, Caesar Creek Lake, Clendening Reservoir, Grand Lake St Marys, Lake Erie, Lake Milton, Mosquito Lake, Piedmont Reservoir, Pymatuning Lake, Rocky Fork Lake, Salt Fork Lake, Seneca Lake, Tappan Reservoir and West Branch Lake. Additionally, you can find walleye in the rivers flowing into and out of some of these lakes. Lake Erie produced the Ohio state record walleye . The walleye prefers moderately deep lakes with gravel, rock or sandy bottoms. It is found primarily in cold water lakes but has proven to survive in warmer impoundments. It is prized for its great tasting filets. Click here to learn all about walleye fishing . Ohio walleye spawn in spring and when they have the option will choose to migrate from the lake up into feeder streams to spawn. If this option is not available they seek out shallow bars or shoals with clean bottom surfaces near deep water. By clicking on the images and links above, you will be taken to a page offering more information about the selected species. This toothy fish will eat virtually anything it can catch and get in its mouth. They prefer small fish and will eat crustaceans, worms and insects. They tend to be somewhat wary and prefer the safety of deeper darker water. Try fishing for walleye from sundown to midnight, particularly during the heat of summer. Fish for Ohio walleye with live bait, crankbaits, spoons, small spinner baits as well as plastic worms and grubs.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Walleye Fishing]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/WalleyeFishing/walleye-fishing-ohio</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/WalleyeFishing/walleye-fishing-ohio</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 12:25:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Geauga Lake Aurora Ohio</title> <description>This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. From the street, you’d hardly recognize the former amusement park. From ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/430051.jpg" alt="1000+ images about Geauga Lake" align="left" /><p>This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. From the street, you’d hardly recognize the former amusement park. From the air, drone video provides a new perspective of what the former park has become. The video, recorded by Nick Nebelski of DiJi Aerial Media and Marc Yaeger on February 6, shows a barren space with most rides removed, leaving only cement footprints in their place. The Big Dipper roller coaster is among the few structures left. The front gate that greeted thousands of guests is now dilapidated. It’s a far cry from the park that entertained families for more than a century. Cedar Point owner Cedar Fair closed Geauga Lake in 2007, three years after purchasing the park. “It was neat at first, and then depressing, ” Nebelski said, adding that he and Yaeger were curious about the current state of a favorite hotspot from their youths. “It was saddening and made you think of all the memories you had right there, and it really made you appreciate what it was much more, now realizing that it's gone.” Meijer superstore chain spokesman Frank Guglielmi told Fox 8 News that the company has a contract to purchase a 41 acre portion of the 459 acre property owned by Cedar Fair. Guglielmi said the purchase has not been completed, and right now the company is looking at the feasibility of building on the land and speaking with the community and local officials as the company works to develop site plans. He said Meijer stores average 190, 000 square feet and employ 250-300 people. Guglielmi said the earliest a store could open in Bainbridge is 2018. He said the company is also looking into expanding to four additional Northeast Ohio sites. A spokesperson for Cedar Fair said the property remains for sale and that the company welcomes buyers interested in purchasing parcels for development. Bainbridge Township Zoning Inspector Karen Endres said the portion of the property located in the township, about 250 acres, is zoned for mixed use and planned unit development. That would target a development like Crocker Park, with restaurants and retail shops as well as residential space, perhaps along a lakefront boardwalk, according to Endres. She said only Meijer has submitted a formal proposal to the township. The rest of the property is located in Aurora. Many who live in the area have fond memories of going to Geauga Lake as children and said they’d like to see the vacant land transformed into something that’s family-friendly. “It breaks my heart, it really does. I worked at Geauga Lake when I was 16, 17 years old, and I had so many memories there growing up, ” said Jennie Novak of Streetsboro. “I would love to see some kind of amusement park come in and just kind of take it over.”</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Ohio Lakes And Rivers]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/OhioLakesAndRivers/geauga-lake-aurora-ohio</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/OhioLakesAndRivers/geauga-lake-aurora-ohio</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:25:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Lake Erie steelhead fishing reports</title> <description>New York's Lake Erie steelhead fishery is supported by an extensive stocking program and natural reproduction. Current NYS DEC stocking targets are 230, 000 Washington strain yearlings that are stocked annually between 9 major ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/photo_by_forrest_fisher.jpg" alt="Photo by Forrest Fisher" align="left" /><p>New York's Lake Erie steelhead fishery is supported by an extensive stocking program and natural reproduction. Current NYS DEC stocking targets are 230, 000 Washington strain yearlings that are stocked annually between 9 major tributaries. In recent years, the DEC has also stocked surplus Skamania strain steelhead in Cattaraugus Creek when available. Stocked steelhead typically spend two years in the open lake, feeding on smelt and other forage, before maturing and returning to the tributaries as three year olds. Besides steelhead, brown trout and a small number of domestic rainbow trout are stocked into Lake Erie as yearlings. These stockings supplement and diversify the harbor, main lake and tributary fisheries. In addition to stocking, the steelhead population is further supplemented by natural reproduction in the New York tributaries, most notably Cattaraugus Creek and its feeder streams. The Washington strain is a winter run, anadromous strain of rainbow trout (steelhead) derived from eggs imported from the state of Washington. In Washington, the native stock migrate between the Pacific Ocean, where they do most of their growing, and freshwater mountain streams, where they spawn. Similarly, the naturalized Washington strain steelhead in Lake Erie utilize the lake for the bulk of their feeding/growing and the tributary streams for spawning. Mature Washington strain steelhead enter the Erie tributaries as early as mid-September; however the bulk of the run occurs from mid-October through April. The Skamania strain also originates from the state of Washington. This anadromous strain is considered a summer-run fish as they have the potential to enter streams earlier than Washington strain fish. The DEC has stocked Skamania steelhead in Cattaraugus Creek since 2005 with the hopes of boosting the early runs by having fish enter the creek in late August through September. A portion of stocked Skamania steelhead have a double fin clip: adipose fin and left pectoral fin. Steelhead Tackle and Equipment Steelhead in the Lake Erie tributaries generally average 5-8 pounds; however fish up to 10-12 pounds are common, so specific equipment is required. Lighter equipment used for inland trout will simply not do. Leave your ultralight spinning rod or 3-4 weight fly rod at home as these powerful fish can break lighter equipment. In addition, by using light gear, there is also a tendency to overplay or completely exhaust the fish which could lead to delayed mortality. Spinning Combo The spinning rod and reel combo is the most widely used fishing gear; so many anglers first try for steelhead using this combo. Its versatility and ease of use are good reasons for its popularity. A spinning combo works well for drifting egg sacs or casting spinners, spoons and stickbaits. At the very minimum, a 6.5 foot long medium action rod combined with a spinning reel capable of handling 6-12 lb test line will work for steelhead. Eight pound test main line is a safe bet for a combo like this. More often, steelhead anglers employ 8.5-10 foot rods with medium or medium-light action that are rated for 6-12 pound test line. These rods combined with a multiple ball bearing reel with a smooth but strong drag system and at least 150 yards of 6-8 pound test line is a good all around steelhead spinning combo. Some anglers prefer to use a spinning reel with an ultra long and lighter action "noodle rod", which can be up to 14' long and rated for as little as 2-4 pound test line. An advantage of noodle rods is they allow for delicate presentations of small baits on light leaders, which is beneficial when fishing for spooked fish in clear water. A longer rod also helps improve your drift by reducing slack and keeping more line out of the water. Float Fishing Float fishing is a very effective method of catching steelhead and subsequently has become quite popular among steelhead anglers. Also referred to as center pin fishing, this method gives the angler better control over drifts and the ability to make much longer drifts than their spinning combo counterparts. Rods are generally long, between 11.5 and 14 feet long. The center pin reel is the basis behind this technique. These reels resemble fly reels, but with a larger diameter. The main difference is that center pin reels are free-spinning with no drag mechanism. Essentially, the angler's hand acts as the drag when fighting a fish. The spool sits on a central spindle and line peels from the reel smoothly when pulled by the stream current. Center pin reels for steelhead should hold 250-300 yards of 8-10 pound test line. Fly Fishing Anglers can use 6-8 weight fly rods that are between 8-11 feet long to catch steelhead. However, a 7 weight, 10 foot long rod is considered a good all around steelhead rod for the Lake Erie tributaries. This size can be used effectively to dead drift egg patterns or swing streamer patterns. Fly rods of 7 weight plus often come with an extended fighting butt, which is helpful when fighting these powerful fish. Fly reels should have a smooth adjustable disc drag system and have the capacity to hold the floating fly line and at least 100 yards of 20 pound test dacron backing. Large arbor reels are ideal for steelhead fishing. The larger spool diameter of these reels allows for quicker line retrieval, reduces line memory and allows for a more consistent, uniform drag. Most steelhead anglers go with a weight forward floating fly line because of its versatility; it can be used effectively for dead drifting with a strike indicator and also works well casting large streamers.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Steelhead Fishing]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/SteelheadFishing/lake-erie-steelhead-fishing-reports</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/SteelheadFishing/lake-erie-steelhead-fishing-reports</guid> <pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:22:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Steelhead fishing Erie PA Report</title> <description>The Pennsylvania Fish &amp; Boat Commission has begun its seasonal trout stockings in streams and lakes across the commonwealth. For a schedule, visit Boaters are reminded that mandatory cold-weather life-jacket regulations ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/vision_quest_sport_fishing.jpg" alt="The walleye fishing" align="left" /><p>The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission has begun its seasonal trout stockings in streams and lakes across the commonwealth. For a schedule, visit Boaters are reminded that mandatory cold-weather life-jacket regulations remain in effect through April 30, requiring boaters to wear life jackets when in a vessels under 16 feet in length and in all canoes and kayaks. NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie tributaries — Steelhead were in the streams as of Feb. 1 but scattered, hard to catch, and running small. Sixteen Mile Creek appeared to offer the best bite on Erie’s east side. Anglers were catching steelhead from the mouth to the sewage treatment plant off Mill Road. Fly-anglers were doing well on nymphs and egg patterns. Presque Isle Bay (Erie County) — Anglers fishing along the Bayfront in late January were catching panfish and steelhead. Pymatuning Reservoir (Crawford County) — A few boaters were out in the milder weather of late January and fishing around the causeway. Several dozen anglers fishing the docks at the Jamestown Marina were catching crappies, bluegills, and a few yellow perch. Lake Arthur (Butler County) — Nice catches of crappies were reported in early February, with good bites over weedbeds west of the Route 528 access. Slow-trolling buck-tail jigs in white or brown was effective. Kahle Lake, Piney Dam (Clarion County) — Anglers are reminded that these fisheries are in a drawn-down state. Allegheny River (Clarion County) — The Parker access area was closed Feb. 1 because of high water. Shenango Reservoir (Mercer County) — With ice gone by the end of January, shore anglers and boaters were on the lake catching crappies and white bass. SOUTHWEST REGION Brady’s Run Lake (Beaver County) — Anglers were catching numbers of trout in early February. Anglers were doing well with flies or jigs with a float. Ohio River, Beaver River — High water through early February made for tough fishing. Keystone Lake (Westmoreland County) — Numbers of trout were reported in the mild weather of early February, with rainbows appearing to hit a variety of baits such as multi-colored scented pastebaits all over the lake. Yellow Creek Lake (Indiana County) — Before ice-out, anglers were catching northern pike, smallmouth and largemouth bass, and panfish, with minnows effective, on this 720-acre lake. Keystone Power Dam (Armstrong County) — Before ice-out, anglers were catching bluegills and largemouth bass. Cheat River (Greene, Washington counties) — Walleye action was hit or miss through the end of January. Anglers were advised by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission to be wary of loose sections of the wall and walkway near the parking area below Cheat Lake Dam. Ten Mile Creek (Washington County) — Trout were reported in parts of the creek between Jefferson and Clarksville, and Marianna. Twin Lakes (Westmoreland County) — Live baits were catching trout through late January. Fly-anglers were doing well on wet flies on the lower lake. Indian Lake (Somerset County) — Numbers of trout were reported through late January, with live baits the ticket. NORTHCENTRAL REGION Hills Creek Lake (Tioga County) — Last-ice anglers were making nice panfish catches through the end of January. Beechwood Lake, Hills Creek Lake (Tioga County) — Bluegills up to 8 inches, yellow perch, and crappies up to 14 inches were reported on waxworms and live minnows through the end of January. Chartreuse, pink, and silver were popular jig colors. Hamilton Lake (Tioga County) — Mild temperatures in late January opened up the creek mouth, and anglers were catching trout at the boat launch on waxworms and mealworms. Fishing Creek (Clinton County) — Trout were reported on nymph patterns such as Beadhead Pheasant Tails (12-18), Prince (12-16), unweighted olive streamers (6-10), and orange eggs (12-16). Spring Creek (Centre County) — Trout were hitting crawlers and spinners near Bellefonte. They also were doing well on nymphs such as orange egg patterns, sowbugs, scuds, and Green Weenies, as well as olive or black streamers (6-10). On milder days, trout were rising to midges and scattered Blue-wing Olives. SOUTHCENTRAL REGION Susquehanna River (York County) — A slow bite was reported as of Feb. 1 on the lower reaches. Some catfish and walleyes were caught in the York Haven area. Catfish were hitting shrimp and liver, while walleyes were taking jigs and minnows or jigs and twister tails. Cowans Gap Lake (Fulton County) — Rainbow trout were hitting Rooster Tails and PowerBait through early February. Lost Creek (Juniata County) — Trout were reported on nymphs through early February. Holman Lake (Perry County) — Panfish were hitting on small baits around underwater structures through early February. Stoever’s Dam (Lebanon County) — Coble’s Bait Shop reported anglers were catching panfish on jigs and fathead minnows, and quite a few trout on waxworms and mealworms as of Feb. 5. Lions Lake (Lebanon County) — Coble’s Bait Shop reported shore anglers were making some nice releases of smallmouth bass, with minnows the ticket in early February. Susquehanna River — In early February, anglers were targeting walleyes around Falmouth. Yellow Breeches Creek (Cumberland County) — TCO Fly Shop reported Feb. 5 that the return of cold weather caused surface action to slow. Water was in the high 30s and low 40s and clear. Suspended nymphs or slowly-stripped streamers were recommended. Hatches included midges (18-24), scuds (12-20), Blue-Winged Olives (18-20), and Goblins (8). NORTHEAST REGION Fishing Creek (Luzerne, Columbia counties) — Trout were hitting through early February around the Benton area. Susquehanna River — Boaters took advantage of mild weather through early February to target walleyes and muskies, with much of the activity out of the Union Access and Bloomsburg. White Oak Pond (Wayne County) — Panfish are hitting on jigs tipped with waxworms or mealworms through early February. Prompton Dam (Wayne County) — Good catches of crappies were reported on jigs and waxworms through early February. Belmont Lake (Wayne County) — Hunter’s Gallery reported Feb. 5 that ice anglers were catching bass on extra-large minnows, and perch in mixed sizes, from small to a few jumbos, on fathead minnows. Deer Lake (Lackawanna County) — Largemouth bass were still hitting through the ice in early February, with large minnows the ticket. Perch also were reported, on fatheads. Lackawanna Lake (Lackawanna County) — Bluegills and crappies were hitting for anglers fishing off Fasching Landing through early February. Lake Wallenpauck (Pike County) — Hunter’s Gallery reported Feb. 5 that ice fishing was reduced to the coves, where anglers were catching bass on large minnows and perch in mixed sizes on fatheads. One angler released a muskie through the ice. Fairview Lake (Pike County) — Perch and bass were reported in early February, with extra-large minnows taking the bass, and fatheads productive with perch. Susquehanna River — Anglers were catching catfish, walleyes up to 9 pounds on minnows, and muskies up to 42 inches through early February, according to Hunter’s Gallery. Delaware River — Anglers were targeting muskies and walleyes through early February. SOUTHEAST REGION Blue Marsh Lake (Berks County) — Anglers were catching crappies and yellow perch through early February. Tulpehocken Creek (Berks County) — Trout were hitting on streamers and bead-head nymphs in mild temperatures through early February.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Steelhead Fishing]]></category> <link>https://www.rainbowfishes.org/SteelheadFishing/steelhead-fishing-erie-pa-report</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.rainbowfishes.org/SteelheadFishing/steelhead-fishing-erie-pa-report</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:50:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> </channel></rss>If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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