Greetings All:
Ah yes, you can tell Fall has truly arrived once again. All you have to do is look up by the dam in Pool-13 and you know it is here. Every year in the fall what I describe as "Bumper Boat Fishing" takes place up by the dams on the Mississippi River.
For you folks that do not know what bumper boat fishing is, let me explain. It's when you have many boats up by the dam in search of walleye and sauger. These boats can be so close together at times that you could literally walk from boat to boat. When someone in another boat see's you hook a fish, watch out because in a matter of seconds that boat will be encroaching on your your area. It can get really crazy at times out there and many nasty words have been exchanged between anglers over the years.
Personally, I avoid all that mess and make it a point to head down river to many of the great spots that are holding big fish and lot's of them. Best part is that in most cases you will have the area all to yourself to fish. While many anglers get caught up in that thought that all the fish in the Fall are up at the dam, you can enjoy some great fishing minus the crazy crowd of boats.
This past week I have been find good concentrations of both walleye and sauger down river in Pool-13 and they have been biting well.
So don't get caught up in that "Bumper Boat" mentality up at the dam. Head down stream and find your own sweet spot without all the commotion of boats banging into each other. Fishing is great so get out and enjoy the Fall season.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Friday, October 18, 2013
POOLS 9-10 & 11 HEATING UP!!!
Greetings All:
Well, this last week I have been fishing Pools 9-10 & 11 and have been doing very well. Lots of good walleye and sauger action starting up with the cooler water. Most fish coming on Northland Fireball jig/minnow rigs using big 3" minnows. If you are getting short strikes, simply ad a stinger hook. Work the areas of current breaks and any structure in water that causes an eddy to form. Wing dams are also starting to get much better. Tailwater angling still on the slow side in most locations. Look for this to pick up soon.
This weekend forecast to be quite nasty out. Rain, wind and cold will make for some tough conditions. Dress warm and wear that rain suit to break the cold winds. Also, wear that PFD since hypothermia can set in quickly this time of the year if you happen to fall in. Be safe, not sorry.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, this last week I have been fishing Pools 9-10 & 11 and have been doing very well. Lots of good walleye and sauger action starting up with the cooler water. Most fish coming on Northland Fireball jig/minnow rigs using big 3" minnows. If you are getting short strikes, simply ad a stinger hook. Work the areas of current breaks and any structure in water that causes an eddy to form. Wing dams are also starting to get much better. Tailwater angling still on the slow side in most locations. Look for this to pick up soon.
This weekend forecast to be quite nasty out. Rain, wind and cold will make for some tough conditions. Dress warm and wear that rain suit to break the cold winds. Also, wear that PFD since hypothermia can set in quickly this time of the year if you happen to fall in. Be safe, not sorry.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Thursday, October 10, 2013
COOL NIGHTS MAKING FOR SOME HOT FISHING!!!
Greetings All:
Well, with the much cooler night we have been experiencing here in the Midwest, water temperatures in both lakes and rivers have taken a dive. With the cooler water, fish are really starting to put on the feed bag for the upcoming Winter season ahead.
Here on the Mississippi River, look for good action for many species right now. Excellent white bass action on jigs still going on. Many nice walleye and sauger being taken on wingdams and rocky shorelines. Live bait best here. Panfish action picking up also with some nice crappie showing up in the backwaters that are accessible. Many are low and entry not available at this time. If you fish the backwater areas, look for the deepest water available to start your search. Deep water near structure in the water producing best at this time. Minnows for crappie, larvae type baits for the bluegills. For you bass fisherman, try topwater baits in the afternoon for good bass action. Spinnerbaits also working well. Use big blades for best results.
A chance of some rain in the forecast for this coming weekend so don't forget that rain suit. All in all, look for great fishing here on the Mississippi river. Fishing in Pools 9-10-11-12-13 & 14 should only get better from here on into late Fall.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, with the much cooler night we have been experiencing here in the Midwest, water temperatures in both lakes and rivers have taken a dive. With the cooler water, fish are really starting to put on the feed bag for the upcoming Winter season ahead.
Here on the Mississippi River, look for good action for many species right now. Excellent white bass action on jigs still going on. Many nice walleye and sauger being taken on wingdams and rocky shorelines. Live bait best here. Panfish action picking up also with some nice crappie showing up in the backwaters that are accessible. Many are low and entry not available at this time. If you fish the backwater areas, look for the deepest water available to start your search. Deep water near structure in the water producing best at this time. Minnows for crappie, larvae type baits for the bluegills. For you bass fisherman, try topwater baits in the afternoon for good bass action. Spinnerbaits also working well. Use big blades for best results.
A chance of some rain in the forecast for this coming weekend so don't forget that rain suit. All in all, look for great fishing here on the Mississippi river. Fishing in Pools 9-10-11-12-13 & 14 should only get better from here on into late Fall.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Thursday, October 3, 2013
OCTOBER STRIPERS ON THE FEED!!!!
Greetings All:
Well hopefully you have had a chance to get out on the Mississippi River and enjoy some of the great Fall White Bass fishing that is happening right now. Even in these low water conditions the bite is really happening. I have been fishing Pools-11-12 & 13 with equally great results. Those of you that listen to me on ESPN know I just love the October White Bass bite when it is common to catch many big fish over 3 pounds.
Right now the best results have been coming from fishing long wing dams that extend out near the main river channel. Jig/twister rigs in bright colors working well. Another great spot I have been getting huge fish near 4 pounds are the sand flat areas near the main channel and also where a stream or river enters the Mississippi. For these locations it's tough to beat a 1/4th. Ounce, all white hair jig right now. Use light line, a light rod and make long casts. The white hair jig is a favorite of mine for these October fighters and they really hit it hard. Vary your retrieve till you find what they are looking for.
I'll tell you my friends, if you can, make some time to get out on the Mississippi River and enjoy some of the fastest Fall fishing of your life. Be safe, wear that PFD and save a few for me...................
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well hopefully you have had a chance to get out on the Mississippi River and enjoy some of the great Fall White Bass fishing that is happening right now. Even in these low water conditions the bite is really happening. I have been fishing Pools-11-12 & 13 with equally great results. Those of you that listen to me on ESPN know I just love the October White Bass bite when it is common to catch many big fish over 3 pounds.
Right now the best results have been coming from fishing long wing dams that extend out near the main river channel. Jig/twister rigs in bright colors working well. Another great spot I have been getting huge fish near 4 pounds are the sand flat areas near the main channel and also where a stream or river enters the Mississippi. For these locations it's tough to beat a 1/4th. Ounce, all white hair jig right now. Use light line, a light rod and make long casts. The white hair jig is a favorite of mine for these October fighters and they really hit it hard. Vary your retrieve till you find what they are looking for.
I'll tell you my friends, if you can, make some time to get out on the Mississippi River and enjoy some of the fastest Fall fishing of your life. Be safe, wear that PFD and save a few for me...................
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
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