Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Consistent

Hi folks, Introduced a group of Floridians to the smallmouth bass on a river fishing trip yesterday.  Water is low and we could use some rain.  Temperature was 72 degrees and the water gin clear.   Nothing fancy yesterday as we worked 3" olive and crawfish colored Senkos on red hooks up against shady banks in deep pools.  Focused on the slow water.  Any downed wood or obstructions in the river held a bass.  All pretty subtle takes and you really had to give the fish a chance to eat the rubber bait.  We ended up landing 17 smallmouth bass.  Pretty warm out there so the big trout water is off limits currently due to warm temperatures.  Small streams are in good shape but are low and warming.  Off to chase bass in the boat this morning.  Remember to clean your gear and keep the non-native species at home.  Have Fun, Willy