Greetings All;
Well it is no secret that Mother Nature continues to pummel the Midwest with copious amounts of rain and bad weather. What this has done is to put many of our lakes, rivers and streams into flood stage making most fishing nearly impossible. With that thought in mind though, there is one fish that is biting like crazy and I'm talking about the good old Catfish.
Right now this species is feeding heavily and due to the fact it is predominantly a scent feeder, anglers using dip bait, or "Stink Bait" as it is know are doing very good on these tasty fish. Fish the upstream sides of snags and deadfalls in the water and the catfish will find your offering. Try and fish some type of backwater area or slough with minimal current for best results. I look for this bite to continue as the water stays on the high side. Also, don't forget to bring along some healthy nightcrawlers as the cats are eating them up also.
So while other species of fish are hard to find, the catfish will save the day if your looking to get out and have some angling fun on a waterway near you.
Till Next Time, Take Care and I'll See You On The Water.......
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Thursday, June 11, 2015
HEAVY RAINS CAUSING HAVOC FOR ANGLERS!!!
Greetings All:
Well, Mother Nature is unleashing her fury in the form of very heavy rain here in the Midwest. With copious amounts already on the ground and up to 4 more inches possible this afternoon and through tonight, look for the area rivers and lakes to become very muddy and possibly causing flooding conditions in some areas. Conditions for the upcoming weekend are not currently looking good if you are planning on getting out for some fishing.
The Mississippi River is currently high and very muddy and this will continue until we get some stable weather in the Midwest. Best bet for some fish is the backwater areas where you can go and catch some catfish on dip baits fished near snags. Main river fishing is not recommended with the fast currents and dirty water. I look for the gates on the navigation dams to once again be opened which will lead to faster water in the main channel areas.
Keep in mind that this heavy rain is also effecting fishing in area lakes also.
With the above in mind and more rains in the forecast, this might be a great weekend to get caught up on that "Honey Do" list so that when conditions do improve you can get out and enjoy.
Till Next Time,,,,Take Care and I'll See You On The Water..........
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, Mother Nature is unleashing her fury in the form of very heavy rain here in the Midwest. With copious amounts already on the ground and up to 4 more inches possible this afternoon and through tonight, look for the area rivers and lakes to become very muddy and possibly causing flooding conditions in some areas. Conditions for the upcoming weekend are not currently looking good if you are planning on getting out for some fishing.
The Mississippi River is currently high and very muddy and this will continue until we get some stable weather in the Midwest. Best bet for some fish is the backwater areas where you can go and catch some catfish on dip baits fished near snags. Main river fishing is not recommended with the fast currents and dirty water. I look for the gates on the navigation dams to once again be opened which will lead to faster water in the main channel areas.
Keep in mind that this heavy rain is also effecting fishing in area lakes also.
With the above in mind and more rains in the forecast, this might be a great weekend to get caught up on that "Honey Do" list so that when conditions do improve you can get out and enjoy.
Till Next Time,,,,Take Care and I'll See You On The Water..........
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Monday, June 1, 2015
MAKE SOME TIME TO GET OUT AND ENJOY!!!!!
Greetings All:
Glad to be back from a few great weeks of fishing and shooting some outdoor videos in the far North Bush Country of beautiful Canada. Without a doubt, the beauty of the Canadian wilderness is truly something every outdoor oriented person should experience. As one that travels to Canada quite regularly, its natural beauty never ceases to amaze me.
This trip was outstanding with many trophy fish caught. Walleye up to 10lbs. plus, Northern in the 20's and lots of great tasting lake trout. It truly was a keeper of a trip. Except for a few, most fish were released unharmed to fight another day.
OK, as I said, glad to be back. Locally here on the Mississippi River the fishing has been steady with anglers taking some nice fish. Walleye on the wingdams backtrolling a nightcrawler has been good along with small crank baits. Good action for stripers continues on large sand flat areas casting jigs. start light on the jig and increase weight as necessary. Was out this morning and a white, 1/4th. ounce hair jig was the ticket. The stripers where hitting it hard and some nice 3+ pound fish were caught.
Catfish action good in side sloughs and backwater areas near structure in water. Crawlers and dip baits both working.
All in all my friends, its a great time to get out on the River here in the Midwest. The fish are active and you will have a great time.
So with that thought in mind, get out and make some memories. The grass cutting can wait a few more days.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com.
Glad to be back from a few great weeks of fishing and shooting some outdoor videos in the far North Bush Country of beautiful Canada. Without a doubt, the beauty of the Canadian wilderness is truly something every outdoor oriented person should experience. As one that travels to Canada quite regularly, its natural beauty never ceases to amaze me.
This trip was outstanding with many trophy fish caught. Walleye up to 10lbs. plus, Northern in the 20's and lots of great tasting lake trout. It truly was a keeper of a trip. Except for a few, most fish were released unharmed to fight another day.
OK, as I said, glad to be back. Locally here on the Mississippi River the fishing has been steady with anglers taking some nice fish. Walleye on the wingdams backtrolling a nightcrawler has been good along with small crank baits. Good action for stripers continues on large sand flat areas casting jigs. start light on the jig and increase weight as necessary. Was out this morning and a white, 1/4th. ounce hair jig was the ticket. The stripers where hitting it hard and some nice 3+ pound fish were caught.
Catfish action good in side sloughs and backwater areas near structure in water. Crawlers and dip baits both working.
All in all my friends, its a great time to get out on the River here in the Midwest. The fish are active and you will have a great time.
So with that thought in mind, get out and make some memories. The grass cutting can wait a few more days.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com.
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