Thats a good thing, because the weather forecast for Lake Erie the next several days will keep boats tied to docks or sitting on trailers. The strong overnight north east winds had brought cooler water to the near shore. The Walleye fishing has really slowed down to almost a standstill. There is no lack of fish; however, with both Elk and Walnut putting up good numbers. They were out in 68 ft of water off Elk Creek and he caught it on a Renosky Fire Tiger lure. Winter is a terrific time to fish the tribs if you prepare for the cold weather and the ice water. Here are three friends who came up to Walnut Creek on a trip that was planned for thirteen years. Migrant walleye have slowly begun to move into our waters and action is picking up somewhat but things are still a bit slow with water temperatures still pretty cold. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Elk Creek has been giving up good numbers of fish from the mouth to the boat launch and on south to the waterfall hole. Again, there will be a fine for not observing the rules and regulations which are clearly marked. Here is six year old Cameron Hutchinson of Lawrence Park, PA (who also happens to be my grandson) with a small steelhead. Anglers were observed with good catches with in site of the Canadian line. The color was Watermelon / Copper. Last Reminder for Fish for Free Day:This Sunday, June 3rd is second and final Fish for Free Day for this year. It was 7 pounds 8 ounces, 28 inches long and had a girth of 15 inches. The tribs have remained very good in color and nice flow with just enough precipitation over the last few weeks to keep conditions good. Fishing should start picking up (if the weather co-operates) in the next week or so. Also, off the G.E. Trolling the lake shore at various depths until they are located and then jigging when you locate them is most productive. I was told they are biting on: mealworms, grubs, night crawlers, power bait, minnows, egg sacks and single eggs. Suckers have started to move into the tribs. It was 1 lb and was 13 inches long with a 9 inch girth. It was 30 inches long and had a girth of 15 inches. When the lake is calm, anglers have been doing well in 52 feet of water due North of the Walnut Creek Access. Be sure to check ice thickness carefully. Other boats were doing much better. Report: Started at day break trolling in front of Walnut. The boat they were in caught two limits. The color was Black. He caught it in 65 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek on a worm. This is subject to change because they do an update at 4 am, 10 am, 4 pm and 10 pm. They brought in a couple for Angler Award. Seventy year old Freeman Rathfon of Mifflinburg, PA came in with this nice 10 pound Steelhead. Mickey McBride of Erie came in with this nice Walleye. with good numbers schooling up at similar depths North of the point at Presque Isle. Townville, PA resident, nine year old Cameron Ward brought in a 1 pound 1 ounce Perch for Junior Award. using large Rapellas in rainbow, silver, and fire tiger patterns are the ticket. Boats must still be 23' x 8' though. Eleven year old Autumn Anderson came in with a nice Angler Award sized Walleye. They each weighed 8 pounds 14 ounces. Rich Wilcko of Erie, PA brought in a couple Walleye for weighing for an Angler Award. A lighted float can help detect those subtle strikes. Here is six year old Sammy Ruhlman of Warren Pa. with her Angler Award sized Perch. The fishermen are out fishing into the lake from the stone jetties out front of Walnut Creek. West County tributary conditions as of this writing were up and flowing well. The only place boaters seem to be able to pick any up are in 60-70 ft of water west of Elk Creek. 10 minuets later the fish was in the boat. Anglers are still catching a good number of short fish to get a few legal size walleye. Perch are being caught straight out in 50 - 60 ft of water off Walnut Creek and also off Godfrey Run. She was straight out of Walnut Creek in 40 ft of water. Thirteen year old Edmund Pyska brought in a 1 lb -3 oz Perch for Junior Award. After the end of November, it starts slowing down a bit. Six year old Tyler Green of New Castle, PA brought in this 8 pound 6 ounce Walleye. I was told they are biting very lightly. Conditions: A fair number of fresh steelhead in the 15' to 20" range, or "jacks" as they are often called, have moved into the lower stretches of Elk and Walnut Creeks. The question all weekend was "where are the perch?" The season is by no means over. Sunday one fellow told me he landed 30 and more than that in misses. 14 oz. Quite a difference from the lake were the temp is 48 to 50 degrees.All the fish were caught on large golden shiners. He caught it in 60 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek. Weather started out nice, 2ft or less and then went to 2-4ft. He was using a Rainbow Trout w/red head Plug. Anglers have been picking up perch along the south sideof the Bay as well as off the North and South piers. Lukes fish was 7 lb 10 oz, 27 inches long and 16 inch girth. The creeks are low and clear. One of the best baits for bass are live crayfish available at some bait shops. I will be here on December 21 but just to close up for the season. It was 14 pounds 4 ounces, 32 inches long and had a girth of 20 inches. Fourteen year old Cody Weimer of Irwin PA brought his fish in for Angler Award. Walleye fishing has been productive on the Tionesta pool of the Allegheny River. And last but not least is seven year old Lauren Mummert, their little sister. We have found some schools and will go after them very soon. Area tribs have dropped with nearly all of the snow run off complete. He caught it on a Little Cleo. Four to six pound test monofilament should be used, along with small, sharp hooks. Boats on the Gravel Pit Pond as well as all PFBC owned waters, require PFBC or DCNR State Parks registration. She caught it out in 60 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek on an Emerald Shiner. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. A lot of them are getting 2, 3, maybe 5 per person but not many limits. He had a 19 inch girth. Dont forget you can get your fishing licenses now for next year. I was told that the bottom is covered with Perch but they just arent hungry. He was fishing on the boat Corky. The fish keep getting scattered and no one can find them. Captian Mac RemacleM&M Fishing Charters412-715-5624. The Stateline ponds are relatively shallow and are a good place to use a canoe or small car top boats. He caught it in 62 ft of water West of Walnut Creek on a Black/Silver Renowski. They are picking up little ones in the 12 15 inch range and putting them back and also getting the keepers the ones bigger than 15 inches. So be courteous and watch for the signs in the building or call here to find out if it is open. Hands on Walleye Fishing in August 2008 aboard the SeaWolf: , WCO Report Photos for Erie County 08/13/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 08/13/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 08/06/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 08/06/2008: Erie area Erie, PA. All lines, rods, or tip-ups shall be under the immediate control of the person using them. There were a variety colors being used. Here is another one of the skimming of ice. Tributary conditions are extremely low and clear. Anglers have been doing well in Presque Isle bay at near the end of the Peninsula both from boat and along the shoreline. The Perch have slowed down some. Wading the shoreline or fishing from shore with light line (4 to 6 lb.) Current Lake Erie water temperature off the Port of Erie is 76 degrees. We'll clean your fish and even smoke them if you like. I know the boats that are going out are coming in with a few and about every 10 boats that go out there are 3-4 that limit. Poor Richard's Bait & Tackle, 6821 West Lake Road, Lake City; 814-474-5623. Thursday, Nov. 18, seemed to be a productive day. I heard they are nice sized too but no one brought any in for Citation. The lake is 54 degrees as of now Thursday, June 07, 2012 but with the nice warm weather coming it should warm up. It was a action packed trip with a 9.73 lb walleye being the largest. I havent gotten any pictures though but no one is bringing them in for Angler Award. Fighting a large walleye from the bottom on light tackle is awesome. It was 30 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. Most of the people I have talked to say they are getting them in 65-72 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek and most are using lures/plugs. Perch and walleye fishing isn't over yet as long as the lake conditions cooperate. It was 10 pounds 2 ounces, was 29 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. A good number of sizable Lake Trout are being brought in to the Northeast Marina as well. I have no pictures of Perch but I do know they are getting them. We are selling the Net Permits for next year if you are interested. He was using sucker spawn and the color was orange. It not only is expensive but if they break down in the lake, it can be dangerous if the lake gets rough. Phone: (252) 515-0574 They caught them out in 44 ft of water between Trout and Walnut Creek on Emerald Shiners. He was using a Dream Weaver (Roy Boy) spoon. Nine year old Cameron Ward of Townville, PA brought in a 1 pound ounce Perch for Junior Angler Award. It is arguable how successful anglers are with these early season walleye, but be assured we have observed many successful night time outings. Fishing will be permitted at 12 Noon, Wednesday, November 3rd assuming that weather conditions do not impede dock removal. Pike also love live shiners (the larger, the better) suspended under a float. They were just drifting in 36 ft of water off Trout Run when they caught most of them. It was 11 pounds 4 ounces, was 30 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Ed Mitchell of Freeport PA brought in a nice looking 13 pound 1 ounce Steelhead for Angler Award. This is a shot of the grove of trees that next year might not look the same if envisioned marina plans are started. Steelhead are still scattered throughout the tribs and there will likely be a good number around for the opener along with suckers and our precious smolts. He caught it in 52 ft of water west of Walnut between here and Elk Creek. He caught it on 12 mile Creek using Skein. Mostly in the 65 75 ft of water range. She was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. Eleven year old Alyssa Theodore of Raccoon Township brought in a 7 pound 14 ounce Walleye for Angler Award. Brian Grucza of Erie brought in an 11 pound 4 ounce female Steelhead for Angler Award. The new docks are in and I have heard nothing but good things about them. Walleye are right out there with the Perch. It was 27 inches long with a girth of 14 inches. Thursdays first fish was over 20 inches. Here is Jim Roner from Burgettstown, PA with his Angler Award fish. He caught it in 70 ft of water West of Walnut Creek on a worm harness, Blueberry Muffin. The lake has not been very good either with high waves. Temps over the few weeks had been cold enough at times to cover Presque Isle Bay and most of the tribs with a thin layer of ice giving some encouragement to eagerly waiting hard water anglers. He caught it out in 77 ft of water on the NE side of the First Trench. It was 24 inches long and had a girth of 15 inches. I have some guys picking up a Steelhead or two out in the trenches while fishing for Walleye. Sunday Sunny - Hi: 78 degrees S/14k/2-4 ft waves.Monday Sunny Hi: 75 degrees S/13k/1-2 ft waves.Tuesday 50 % chance of showers Hi: 67 degrees SW/5-15k/1-2 ft waves.Wednesday Cloudy Hi: 59 degrees NW/10-15k/1-3 ft waves.Thursday Mostly sunny Hi: 58 degrees Friday 30 % chance of showers Hi: 61 degrees. Safety and blessings to all. She caught it out in the second Trench West of Walnut Creek in 76 78 ft of water. Forecasts are calling for additional rain throughout the week. He caught it on the Southside of the marina in Walnut Creek on power bait. Current Lake temperature is still a warm 68 degrees. Current Lake Erie water temperature off Erie is 65 degrees, Good Luck to AllHope to see you on the Water. Weather forecasts are predicting another cold snap, however it may not be enough to bring back safe ice. Most of the run off that has kept the tribs high and flowing is over and the tribs are actually on the low side and very clear as of Tuesday afternoon. Red plugs. He caught it in 56 ft of water straight North of Walnut Creek on a worm harness. He caught them out in 73 ft of water on the Hump between the trenches. It was caught using a Blood Dot and artificial egg. They are in 65-75 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek and trolling West. The big story of course is the opening of the regular trout season this weekend. TRANSIENT SLIPS: We also have 4 transient docks for people who only want a slip for a night or so. Seventeen year old Joseph Watton of Pittsburgh, PA came in with a nice 8 pound 9 ounce Walleye. The combination of cooler temperatures, cloudy skies, rainy drizzle, and breezy conditions often trigger this toothy critter predator to hunt prey in relatively shallow water. Action Friday was slower in the cooler water with 4 and 5 pounders being caught drifting with rod in hand. It was 10 pounds 11 ounces and was 30 inches long with a 17 inch girth. It weighed 1 pound 7 ounces, was 14 inches long and had a girth of 10 inches. Looks like the boats will be able to fish Friday through Monday according the NOAA's animated weather page http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/res/glcfs/glcfs.php?lake=e&ext=wv&type=F&hr=48, I am hoping to come up and fish Friday through Monday George.yates@comcast.net - www.fisherofmen.net, Tuesday fishing north of Elk in 61-71 FOW. Current Lake Erie water temperature off Erie is 66 degrees. She was using egg sacks. It is still too warm (75 degrees). It's time to come down and take a fresh look at the Wall and the Garden at the Marina. He caught it out front of Walnut Creek in 28 ft of water on a mad money spoon or (Kojak special). Crooked Creek is scheduled for additional stocking on Monday April 30th from the Glosky Hole to Route 5. The marina has a little skimming of ice on it but it probably wont last since we are to be getting some nice 50 degree weather tomorrow. It is something that will last all year long. The Stateline ponds along Interstate 90 at the Ohio line have had very little fishing pressure lately. Madeline won the Reel and Naomi won the rod.It seems very few of the seasoned fishermen where catching any either. It was 13 inches long and had a girth of 10 inches. It was 5 pounds 10 ounces and was 25 inches long with a girth of 14 inches. It was 31 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Veryunusual for this time of year is seeing suckers starting to invade thetribs, not in big numbers, but enough to demonstrate the effect of weatheron fish migration. The docks are brand new this year and they are also approximately 10 ft longer. Thirteen year old Caitlin Robbins of Jamestown, PA brought in a 7 pound 4 ounce Walleye. Eight year old Paul E. Martin of West Mifflin brought in his first Steelhead. It was caught on a minnow. Anglers targeting perch still have plenty of good fishing remaining as long as the wind and waves cooperate. Email: I have had a few boats going out in the past two days and coming in with some nice catches. Thirteen year old Logan Cook of Houtzdale, PA caught his first fish too. Boaters have had some luck trolling the shoreline as have the shore anglers. 40% chance of T-storms. No reports yet on Perch or Walleye. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The water temperature is 70 degrees and we havent had any rain in quite a while. Captain Daves was 1 pound 5 ounces, 13 inches long and had a girth of 9 inches. Dont forget Memorial Day is "Fish For Free" day. Steelhead Fishing Picking Up 10/10/2008: . Live shiners and the micro jigs are good winter choices when the waters have some stain and flow. The one that made it was 8 pounds, 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. All I can say is there are a couple in the streams but the run is not here. Cleveland does an update at: 4 AM and 10 AM / 4 PM and 10 PM. The water in the creek is up and running. Hot bite one day. It was 12 pounds 10 ounces, 31 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Here's why. The Presque Isle Bay seems to be the hot spot for Small mouth. Here is Robert Moore of East Springfield brought in a nice Steelhead. Smallmouth action has been real good with many 5 and 6 pound bronze backs caught all on large Golden Shiners from Poor Richards bait and tackle 814-474-5623. Less crowded conditions can be found on Elk Creek near the Girard Boro Park up to and including the Legion Park area off of Route 20. Matthew David Grabill of Fargo N.D. was on leave from the United States Marine Corp. and came in with a 9 pound 6 ounce Walleye for Angler Award. Submit Business, Fishing Status is the world's largest provider of fishing spots and data for the fishing community. They are out in deep water and close to shore. Wayne Cunningham of Erie brought in an 11 pound 4 ounce Walleye for Angler Award. There were a few brave souls out deep with the waves averaging 3-5ft. Dont forget the marina will be open on November 8, at 2 PM for fishing TENTATIVELY. It was his first Walleye. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Categories Fishing Store, Outdoor & Sporting Goods Company, Boat Service Chris Kagey of Barkhamsted, CT came in with a nice sized male Steelhead. He caught his on a minnow while Perching in 53 ft of water with this son (see above) off the Point. They didnt make Angler Award but the both together weighed 15 pounds. It is called Cabela's "Wanna Go Fishing For Millions". Bass limits for Lake Erie, it's tributaries, and Presque Isle Bay are 4 fish (combined species small and large mouth) with a 15" minimum length beginning Saturday June 14th, 2008. Local Regulations Regarding The Big Opener: Anglers should be aware of local regulations regarding the upcoming regular season Trout opener April 18th for our area. Thirteen year old Ryan Rogers of Knox, Pa brought in a 9 pound 5 ounce Walleye for Angler Award. He caught it in 65 ft of water 6 miles Northwest of Walnut on a green spoon. Always have a forceps or needle nose pliers on hand while sucker fishing, since their rubbery lips are tough and it's hard to get a deeply imbedded hook out without harming the fish. Although the numbers aren't big yet, they are normally a sign that Spring is just around the corner. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Sunday Southwest winds 5-15 knots 2 ft or less. It seems to go up and then down every week. They can be caught but, you'll work for them. Furthermore, projected wind and waves will even prevent lake shoreline casting at stream mouths. The access areas at both Walnut and Elk Creeks are still drawing the crowds for those in a hurry to find fish but plenty of room can be found upstream. The Marina is often one of the first areas targeted for ice fishing. So, please be courteous. Ed Lightner of Pittsburgh caught a nice 6 pound 8 ounce. It was 7 pounds, 12 ounces and was 27 inches long with a girth of 17 inches. The Lake temperature is 46 degrees right now. Ten year old Zach Stiglitz brought in his 7 lb. They both caught them at the Chutes on Walnut Creek. Important Reminder Concerning Overnight Anglers and Boaters Using the Walnut Creek Access Area: I have had numerous people calling and asking about the Steelhead. He caught it at the first Project hole on Walnut Creek on an Olive Wooly Bugger. Presentation is everything and natural drifts are most important in inducing strikes. The lake has been really rough this week. Some boats are limiting though out in the 55 ft of water area. He caught it on a Sucker Spawn. Twelve year old Luke Ostermeyer of Portersville, PA brought in an 8 pound 10 ounce Walleye for Junior Award. It was 33 inches long and had a 17 inch girth. There are a couple bugs to work out but it does work. Current Lake Erie water temperatures off Toledo are 66 degrees, off Cleveland 54 degrees, and off the Port of Erie, 57 degrees. It was 20 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. The Walleye are doing well from what I am told at night time. Nine year old Jaiden Miller of Buffalo N.Y. brought in a 7 pound 10 ounce fish that was 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. When they are on, they are catching like crazy. It was a female that weighed 8 pounds 12 ounces. Nine year old Nicholas Langford of Erie came in for an Angler Award for his Perch. Their color was Chartreuse. Get there early and have fun! He caught it at the Water falls in Walnut Creek on sucker spawn. Catching these bronze backs on light tackle drifting is fantastic action. Please be courteous and when launching Please pull your boats all the way back so others can launch. He also caught this 8 pound 13 ounce fish that was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Call our office during office hours if you wish to find out what the temperature is and if the boats are trolling in front of the creeks. With some light rain, a bit high and murky water, fishing was decent until a guy holding a hunting rifle chased around people fishing on creek warning them they are disturbing his hunting field. It looks like it might stick though but it is supposed to be in the Hi 30s tomorrow so I dont see it sticking for long. Carp are the number one game fish in many European countries and have just started to gain popularity here. The weedy areas near shore in the Lagoons, particularly near the canoe livery at Presque Isle is are a good place to try. The Perch seem to be doing pretty good out this way off and on. This can be a good place to try your luck for crappie, perch, and sunfish. I know they are getting them but no one is bringing them in for pictures. Charles Fensel of Fairview came in with this nice 1 pound 5 ounce Perch. The following links provide information about weather in the region. He caught it on a worm harness.
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