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Title: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 02, 2015, 02:31 PM
Thought it might be good to start a thread like this to keep R & C uncluttered.  Today, Friday the 2nd was the first day of ice fishing on Schroon, (except for the bays) this year.  couple guys were at the Narrows, couple off the Island, and someone was fishing couple 100 yds. off Fowler.  I measured 3 1/2- 4 " of black ice off Fowler.  Might be a little more at the Narrows as that froze one day earlier this week.   Bobcat Sports is closed as Dick is in a Nursing home, but Joe Plumstead opened his shop in town next to Tops.  Was in there today and he has some great looking bait.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: VDueslerIV on Jan 02, 2015, 04:24 PM
thanks, its good to have that kind of info handy ..i was thinkin of trying to get up there and i am bout 2 hrs away..your info for that area is very helpful
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 02, 2015, 05:37 PM
Two guys in the narrows? Must be a couple morons.  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 02, 2015, 09:35 PM
Hi Tony, Happy New Year! Thanks for starting this thread as I'm sure a lot of us greatly appreciate it! Looking forward to getting out there soon! Up at camp tonight with Swags and meeting up with Bill WEC and Jay FishinNY for a little Toothy action in the morning!

See ya soon!
Mike
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wildbrookies on Jan 02, 2015, 10:04 PM

  Jager61,
 
   Great to see you on here again, hope you are doing well!!. Glad to hear you are getting out tomorrow!!  Hope you have a great day tomorrow , but ,like we always say, any day out  on the ice or in the woods /lakes/streams is a great day!!! ;D Good luck to ya!! Maybe we can hook up this year!! ;) Hope to talk to you soon!!


WB
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PSCfishingking on Jan 03, 2015, 01:07 AM
This is all I needed to hear, you'll find me on Scroon Tomorrow.  Been out on Paradox but was sunked.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 03, 2015, 04:55 AM
Hi Tony, Happy New Year! Thanks for starting this thread as I'm sure a lot of us greatly appreciate it! Looking forward to getting out there soon! Up at camp tonight with Swags and meeting up with Bill WEC and Jay FishinNY for a little Toothy action in the morning!

See ya soon!
Mike

Hey Mike, good luck today.  Let me know when you guys are heading over here.  Happy New Year!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lake simon on Jan 03, 2015, 07:03 AM
My Dayghter is at Schroon today. I am anxiously awaiting to see how she makes out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 04, 2015, 03:23 AM
Just had a couple inches snow. Warmup barely going to get here, might go above freezing for a few hrs then a low of 13 tonight, high of 14 Monday and below zero Mon. night.  We'll be good to go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 04, 2015, 03:30 AM
Just had a couple inches snow. Warmup barely going to get here, might go above freezing for a few hrs then a low of 13 tonight, high of 14 Monday and below zero Mon. night.  We'll be good to go.

Where do you look at the forecast?  Its already right at 32 and high in low to mid 40's.  It going to be above freezing the entire day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 04, 2015, 03:37 AM
Still mid twenties here and freezing drizzle.  NWS Burlington point forecast for Schroon Lake.  Point is, this will not harm what ice we have, and a lot more (ice) is coming for this.  week. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rlewis6987 on Jan 05, 2015, 11:04 AM
Thanks for the info. on the new Bait shop , i was wondering what was going on there!  I hope to head your way real soon , how is this wind affecting things any guys around today??          Thanks again!!   :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishboy899 on Jan 06, 2015, 01:56 AM
I have never ice fished schroon and would be interested in giving it a try later this year. Where do you park off of fowler rd? Has anyone ever fished out of the boat ramp at dock street?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TC5 on Jan 06, 2015, 04:20 AM
you can park at the end of fowler or by the boat ramp.also eagle point or the narrows.good luck tc5 :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 06, 2015, 06:14 AM
There are a lot of posted signs off Fowler and some one not familiar with the area might think you cannot park there.  Fowler Ave is a town of Schroon right of way to the lake, and you can park on both sides, you just can't walk through the property, you access the lake at the end of the road.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 06, 2015, 08:23 AM
I remember fishing schroon when I was a kid before I moved west. Now that I'm back I can't wait to get out there even though I have little to no memory on how and where to fish! I think  ???  we use to get on at/around the campground but can't be sure. Being less than an hour away from so many options makes the slow days at work really drag!!

Are there any sizable perch here? I Remember targeting LL but don't recal much about perch or other species.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 06, 2015, 09:16 AM


Are there any sizable perch here? I Remember targeting LL but don't recal much about perch or other species.
Not that I know of. I've tried more than once. The perch fishing has always been horrible for me there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 06, 2015, 09:20 AM
Not that I know of. I've tried more than once. The perch fishing has always been horrible for me there.

horrible yes, but the perch are BIG.   TC5 or SchrnLkr; could you guys shed some light on chasing perch there?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 06, 2015, 01:41 PM
Years ago that was all we fished for, big jack perch, as many as you wanted.  Locals would be out there each morning and again in the late afternoon.  We would be in vehicles or snowmobiles going from spot to spot, all the sunken islands, all the grass reefs, we'd hit em all.   Guys just don't fish like that anymore.   There is always some monsters caught for the derby, but I just don't know if they are there in the numbers  like they were back in the day.  They also have grubs now, but they seldom did back then.  Guys would use jig sticks with double hooks and a perch eye.  We all had 35mm film containers with perch eyes, just to get started, then we would use fresh ones.  My favorite was a medium action rod, like we use now on Lake George, with a white Swedish pimple with a single hook and an eye.  Those were fun days!! :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Lakestar on Jan 07, 2015, 10:03 AM
Schroon is mostly all froze on the North end to the narrows. More ice making conditions tonight and tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2015, 10:09 AM
Update on Schroon, entire lake is now frozen, guys were fishing off Eagle Point this morning.  25 below forecasted for tonight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JigSchtickGeorge on Jan 07, 2015, 12:02 PM
Wooooohoooo!

I know what I'm doing this weekend!!

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 07, 2015, 12:33 PM
Awsome morning before the front moved in today... Ended up 9 for 16 and walked off the ice at 11. Got a late start and didn't get on ice till 830 wish I was there earlier. Drilled 1 hole and that was it. Was only 2 maby 3 in of black ice with a dusting of snow on top
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 07, 2015, 12:41 PM
Awsome morning before the front moved in today... Ended up 9 for 16 and walked off the ice at 11. Got a late start and didn't get on ice till 830 wish I was there earlier. Drilled 1 hole and that was it. Was only 2 maby 3 in of black ice with a dusting of snow on top

Thanks for the updates, I should have manned up!  :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2015, 01:17 PM
Awsome morning before the front moved in today... Ended up 9 for 16 and walked off the ice at 11. Got a late start and didn't get on ice till 830 wish I was there earlier. Drilled 1 hole and that was it. Was only 2 maby 3 in of black ice with a dusting of snow on top

WTG Tony, that was open water couple days ago.  It will make some serious ice next couple days!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 07, 2015, 01:27 PM
Thanks tony. I almost didn't walk out when my spud got wet on the first throw but ice was consistent all the way across just put my big boy pants and tip towed out. Jon I tried to get you out there... when I got a hit on my first drop with 3 chasers I knew it was worth it. White curly tail with a white jig head did the trick. Even after they bit the tail off they still crushed it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 07, 2015, 01:47 PM
Thanks tony. I almost didn't walk out when my spud got wet on the first throw but ice was consistent all the way across just put my big boy pants and tip towed out. Jon I tried to get you out there... when I got a hit on my first drop with 3 chasers I knew it was worth it. White curly tail with a white jig head did the trick. Even after they bit the tail off they still crushed it
Ugggghhh!!!
Dang you Tony! I've got perch and crappie pulling me in one direction and your report pulling me the other.
I almost want a crack at it before the flood of people this weekend.  :-\
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 07, 2015, 01:57 PM
I couldn't believe how skinny they were. Couldn't get them to burp up anything all had empty stomachs. Didn't even mark a school of smelt either I remember seeing nice clouds last season
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 07, 2015, 02:02 PM
Way to Nut Up Tony!  Nice reward for your efforts, congrats!

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2015, 02:02 PM
I've received several pm's from guys fishing the north end saying they marked lots of smelt.  Interesting, hungry is good!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 07, 2015, 02:48 PM
Always tons of smelt up off stewarts there by the launch in town.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 07, 2015, 04:00 PM
Yeah had them in the narrows.  Never left the screen all day.  They were some of the smallest ones I've ever caught.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 07, 2015, 04:55 PM
I had smelt on my screen all day yesterday up north. Ill be back out Saturday morning.

Hey adktony I hear you ran into my buddy out there today (bornoutside). We were looking at the map and saw a couple spots a touch north of where you guys were today that have us interested. Gonna hit them Saturday morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 07, 2015, 05:11 PM
It was nice to have a little reassurance on the thin ice. Kinda dumb going solo but worked out well lot of good spots all over the lake just stay away from the deep holes reel force and I had to find that out the hard way a couple yrs ago both putting up goose eggs. Never went back lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: myemmy on Jan 07, 2015, 05:17 PM
What do you use to catch the smelt, I remember on Champlain  using a flat metal bar about 5 inches long by 1/2 in wide with hook leader and a piece of smelt?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 07, 2015, 05:28 PM
I use a blue and white hali
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2015, 05:30 PM
What do you use to catch the smelt, I remember on Champlain  using a flat metal bar about 5 inches long by 1/2 in wide with hook leader and a piece of smelt?

That setup was standard on Champlain, but on Schroon with the tiny smelt there a Hali and a grub works well. Try different color Hali's til you find something that works.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2015, 07:14 PM
-13 below at 8pm.  Making ice  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 07, 2015, 07:59 PM
Good to hear I hope ice builds quick so I can put my hard shack up there sunday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 08, 2015, 06:28 PM
Had lots of schools of smelt and got a few by mistake while jigging for lakers by the island across from Stewarts. I wanted to fish the narrows saw guys parked by the restaurant is that private property. Where can one park to access the narrows or eagle pt. Thanks..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 08, 2015, 06:47 PM
Awesome day Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 08, 2015, 07:12 PM
I'm heading up in the am anyone have any suggestions to catch a few laketrout. I have a first timer coming along and would like to get him a few fish. I haven't done so well on the north end lately, marked a few fish but only jigger up a few small lakers..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2015, 07:18 PM
Had lots of schools of smelt and got a few by mistake while jigging for lakers by the island across from Stewarts. I wanted to fish the narrows saw guys parked by the restaurant is that private property. Where can one park to access the narrows or eagle pt. Thanks..

The Narrows Restaurant is private property but ice fishermen are allowed to park there to enter the lake, it is plowed by the Town of Schroon. Access is also available on Hayes Rd, about a 1/4 mile south of the narrows.  Eagle Point access is at the Eagle Point State campsite. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 08, 2015, 07:27 PM
I'm not familiar with Hayes rd. I pulled into the restaurant but was reluctant to park there. I see that you have to walk down the hill. Is the campground usually plowed for access? I have trolled the section south of the narrows and it is a decent spot for lakers. I would like to get on somewhere around there..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2015, 07:33 PM
Yes, park up top, left of Restaurant, and walk down hill.  There are usually several vehicles parked there. Popular access point.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 08, 2015, 07:36 PM
Thanks.. that's our plan I appreciate the help. Tight lines!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 08, 2015, 07:38 PM
In my experience , eagle point is usually not plowed. There is a switch back hill about 2xs that of the narrows.
Please respect the access we have at the narrows. Don't park in the snowplow turn around area when it's snowing.
Don't leave trash. I was there last sat and picked up trash.
Leave any area as good or better then we find it and everyone will be happy.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 08, 2015, 08:19 PM
Thanks for all the info I'll let you know how we do. Only have a few schroon trips left fot the season, heard Lake George skimmed usually hit pilot knob for lakers when it's ready. Judging by the weather it will be a go shortly.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ICE WANDERER on Jan 09, 2015, 01:08 PM

               We went out on Schroon this morning, it was snowing and a light wind. When we got to the parking area another truck pulled in and as things went we started a conversation, and one of the guys said are you Ice Wanderer. His name on the Shanty is Ice Tripper, we exchanged pleasantries.   It took a while to find the area that we wanted top be, not long after setting up I marked smelt and maybe a Laker on the bottom. Then bam I got one to take my lure, not the monster that I wanted, good enough for dinner to night. 19 3/4". I got some more to chase my lure, but they lost interest, I did get 3 hit and spit. Not  long and the sun came out and the wind picked up something fierce, so we left at around 11:15.

                                                        IW
(http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc483/ADKSPORTSMAN/DSCF8011.jpg) (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/ADKSPORTSMAN/media/DSCF8011.jpg.html)
               
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 09, 2015, 02:26 PM
I'm a little late coming to the party here, but I was lucky enough to get out yesterday.
I got a few guys to thank for it, but I really felt like I knew what I was doing yesterday.
It was -15 when we walked out, but I refused to set up the shack until I marked a chasing fish. It took about 10 holes before I connected and dumped a fish 1/2 way up. I set up the shack immediately after and got to work. I put 3 on the ice in a hurry and started helping my buddy. A lil coaching (Info from the laker guys regurgitated) got him finally connected. 
I got snapped off by a really big fish on my ultralight. I'm blaming a poor tie job. It took dumping a few more fish to finally get a good hook set in one, but my 4th came on an ultralight.
Little white pimples got it done for me. 
Our chasers were just lookers with a jig tipped with a minnow. Take the minnow off and they couldn't resist the white pimple on the chase.
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 09, 2015, 02:27 PM
Our very carefully taken pic of my first trout of the season.  ;)
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 09, 2015, 02:28 PM
nice fish guys. ill be there tomorrow. gotta get a good day in as I probably wont be out for a couple weeks until after the wedding. really wanted to get out today but I guess you gotta work once and a while right. good luck this weekend out there boys.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 09, 2015, 03:23 PM
Nice colors on that one Jamey! Way to get on them!

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Jan 09, 2015, 03:54 PM
man those lakers looks much better out of the ADK lakes than that outta Otsego. love the dark colors
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 09, 2015, 03:55 PM
Nice colors on that one Jamey! Way to get on them!

MK
Bah! Tony all but held my hand out there. I walked up to his holes from the day before. Bahahahaha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 09, 2015, 04:08 PM
Ill be in that same area tomorrow Jamey you guys gonna be there?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 09, 2015, 04:28 PM
Nice colors on that one Jamey! Way to get on them!

MK
That the first thing I said to him. Is that my curly tail still hanging in its mouth? lol nice fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 09, 2015, 04:29 PM
jeff very nice fish braving the elements today must have been tough. I was stuck plowing snow this morning :-\
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: grandpa63 on Jan 09, 2015, 05:08 PM
Hello anyone know a good motel to stay at in schroon lake thanks, newbie.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 09, 2015, 05:11 PM
jeff very nice fish braving the elements today must have been tough. I was stuck plowing snow this morning :-\

You definitely didn't miss much.  I sure hope it was the storm and front that had them shut off.  Either that or you and Jamey caught them all.  :P  Swung by 307 on the way back, figured you'd be in today to harass.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2015, 06:22 PM
Classic Schroon laker, pretty fish, nice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bird21s on Jan 09, 2015, 07:00 PM
They are an awesome chocolate color from schroon. Lake George are kinda silver and gold. Or in Tonys case "golden"
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 09, 2015, 07:15 PM
Nice looking fish prchslyr!!

So yesterday I finally had time to gather all the fishing gear and get it ready for the season. I had the sled inside the house with all my tip ups in it waiting to get checked out after I got done putting new line on my rods, and out of nowhere one of the flags pops right up on the tip up. At first I was like, that was kinda weird!! Then I told myself, maybe it's just a sign it's going to be a good year. Welp....work was pretty slow today so I decided to drive up to Schroon for the first trip of the year. Didnt get on the ice till about 11:30 and fished till almost 3. First 3 drops produced fish. Actually bigger fish than I usually seem to get there too. First one was 23". Second one about 22ish. Third about the same as second. I kept the first one for a dinner this weekend. Ended up going 6 for 8. There were a couple 20-21" fish and one around 18. Definitely was a great first day out.

Here is a few:
(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_113005.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_113005.jpg.html)

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_113925.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_113925.jpg.html)

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_130355.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_130355.jpg.html)

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_114718.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150109_114718.jpg.html)

All was well till this happened...I edited the end out due to many many curse words


Think this guy bit off 1 too many...

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/20150109_193424.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/20150109_193424.jpg.html)

And ice was 5" measured.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: campbellmt on Jan 09, 2015, 08:11 PM
awesome fish MJB.  I will hit it with you the next time.  Your video didn't let me view it.  I don't know whats up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 09, 2015, 08:14 PM
Any idea how much ice in Adirondack? Across & North of Eagle Point? From Shaw Hill Rd. north to the Lodges?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Barebow on Jan 09, 2015, 08:21 PM
Congrats Jamie and wanderer, thinking of grabbing a rod or two and heading up with the hand powered Swede....Still haven't put the tackle together...Tight lines guys, be safe.....Barebow
 :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 09, 2015, 08:22 PM
awesome fish MJB.  I will hit it with you the next time.  Your video didn't let me view it.  I don't know whats up.

Thanks CampbellMt! Definitely need to meet up soon. Only drilled 1 hole too. Video works for me. For some reason if I search it on YouTube it doesn't come up though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 09, 2015, 08:38 PM
well done guys. gonna be a hard time falling asleep tonight. my turn tomorrow. :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: willyamazen on Jan 09, 2015, 10:02 PM
more exciting than Christmas Eve at the age of 5. Lake Monsters :tipup: :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Jan 10, 2015, 02:23 PM
Fished Southern Basin today cold and slow some lookers and chasers.  Ice is a solid 6 throughout.  DEC visited everyone in the south end checking licenses.  They were on snow machines covering lots of ground.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ice tripper on Jan 10, 2015, 04:46 PM
Ice Wanderer very nice to meet you yesterday.Tough day of fishing and with the wind.Man she kicked up bigtime in the afternoon.     we managed 3 lakers with the biggest one being 21".I spent the majority of my day teaching a newbie how to jig for lakers.He managed to catch and land his first laker.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ICE WANDERER on Jan 10, 2015, 07:03 PM
Ice Wanderer very nice to meet you yesterday.Tough day of fishing and with the wind.Man she kicked up bigtime in the afternoon.     we managed 3 lakers with the biggest one being 21".I spent the majority of my day teaching a newbie how to jig for lakers.He managed to catch and land his first laker.
             It is always nice to meet a Ice Shanty member, I guess you stuck it out. Congrats on the catch, and I bet your friend is hooked now on Laker fishing.

                                                   IW
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 5watchman5 on Jan 10, 2015, 08:30 PM
Nice Lakers guys!!  That lake can be a tough one.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 11, 2015, 10:46 AM
Didn't get a chance to report when I got home yesterday but fished and north of eagle point campground yesterday and got a couple. Moved south around 11 and picked up 5 more. All small fish kept two 19 inchers for dinner. Are the lakers in Schroon simply smaller and less aggressive then they are in lake George or has it just been my luck of the draw. Though I was able to get a few of them to chase and hit a lot of my hits (especially in the afternoon) came of a finesse style of jigging I started doing last year on lake George when they were slow. Had one fish chase up to the surface and spend a good 5 minutes swimming around playing with my pimple just wouldn't bite. Looked like it would have been the fish of the day but he won that battle. None the less it was good to get out and get some laker action in to get ready for lake George.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 11, 2015, 03:42 PM
I don't think they are smaller than Lake George but there seems to be more legal sized fish in Lake George. I believe LG has more fish per acre than most lakes except maybe Lake Placid.. fishing on Schroon seems to be tougher than LG in winter and open water. LG is a special place..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 11, 2015, 06:18 PM
Hearing this was caught in Schroon Sat.  25.5 lbs  43"  Caught by Larry Deloria

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/10455204_10153000506385606_5562739685097498174_n_zpsae442ad2.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/10455204_10153000506385606_5562739685097498174_n_zpsae442ad2.jpg.html)

Pic courtesy Crossroads Facebook
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Jan 11, 2015, 07:02 PM
WOW. Very nice fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: imoutdoors on Jan 11, 2015, 07:13 PM
Nice Fish Schrnlkr!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lazymanfish on Jan 11, 2015, 07:17 PM
Awesome fish way to go!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 12, 2015, 07:04 AM
Just wanted to say thanks to the two gentlemen that found my buddy's rod case early Saturday at Eagle Point campground and found us out on the ice to return it to him.  ;D. It you are Ice Shanty members, I hope that you see this post. Thanks again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 12, 2015, 07:30 AM
Nice fish all!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: eyesfishing on Jan 12, 2015, 09:31 AM
How do you guys get the lakers to take? I'm still trying to get my first and I just fished Schroon for the first time this weekend. I saw them on the vex and noticed that they'll shoot right up after my bait if I reel it up, but they never strike. Regardless of if I stop after a while of reeling or just keep reeling at a moderate speed. I tried changing baits too. They seem interested because the'll follow it for 30-40 feet through the water column, but no strike. What gives?

P.S. I've been getting flags all day but no fish. I just come up to the tip up and the reel isn't spinning and the bait is still on the hook. Not wind flags, I know that. What's up with this lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 12, 2015, 09:47 AM
This weekend was a very slow bite. What fish I iced were shorties, save one. It was loaded w/ small smelt, even the small lakers were fat. They simply weren't feeding. The chasing is just that, they are instinctive to a predator. What I found unusual was the smelt also weren't biting. But the perch were. My salmon sets also were slow. A finicky weekend for sure. My niece did hook up w/ a monster but she panicked. LOL Almost lost the pole down the hole. I watched the fish attack on the flasher but didn't have time to warn her. It hit hard, bent a med. action rod right over. Halis & mousies seemed to attract the little guys the most.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 12, 2015, 09:51 AM
How do you guys get the lakers to take? I'm still trying to get my first and I just fished Schroon for the first time this weekend.

schroon lakers are a completely different take on the jig stick than other lakers.   With the exception of the few kamikazee fish, schroon lakers are finnicky, and you need to experiment with what it takes to get them to hit.   Be it lure profile, color, action - you need to get dialed in to exactly what they want...when you get dialed in, you can really put a hurting on them...as a few of my friends put up crazy numbers this weekend.   a little tip - the forage they eat is small...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JigSchtickGeorge on Jan 12, 2015, 09:59 AM
Got my first ice on!

Last Friday was my best lake trout day ever! Saturday was third best. 

Buckshots and sweetish pimples baby!

Both days were no more than 5 hours. 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JigSchtickGeorge on Jan 12, 2015, 10:04 AM
Hearing this was caught in Schroon Sat.  25.5 lbs  43"  Caught by Larry Deloria

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/10455204_10153000506385606_5562739685097498174_n_zpsae442ad2.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/10455204_10153000506385606_5562739685097498174_n_zpsae442ad2.jpg.html)

Pic courtesy Crossroads Facebook

I heard the commotion and HAD to go and congratulate the guy,  6"HOLE can you believe it?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 12, 2015, 10:39 AM
I heard about that fish too!  Corker!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Jan 12, 2015, 11:34 AM
question is why would anyone use a 6 inch hole ? If fishing for pike.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 12, 2015, 11:37 AM
Because a 40" pike WILL fit through.
The only issues I have with a 6" hole is having to tend it more often.
Why would anyone buy an 8" or 10" auger when they have a 6" nils ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 12, 2015, 12:00 PM
Why would anyone buy an 8" or 10" auger when they have a 6" nils ?

So they don't have to go to the gym to workout their shoulders??    ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 12, 2015, 12:01 PM
I use a 6" for everything. I've squeezed plenty of decent pike and trout through a 6" hole.
What I've noticed and this is just my own experiencethe last few years fishing Schroon. Schroon can be great at 1st ice. After a week or 2 the action just dies.
I did fairly well this past week, but I'll be heading to LG this weekend knowing those common spots on Schroon are going to be a zoo and the fishing is going to shut right down. I'm curious to know if that trend holds true for some of you regulars that fish it throughout the year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: baitbox on Jan 12, 2015, 12:23 PM
question is why would anyone use a 6 inch hole ? If fishing for pike.
Probably because he wasn't pike fishing and there wasn't enough ice to warrant dragging out the power auger.The fish was also caught on a jig rod not a tip up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 12, 2015, 12:25 PM
So they don't have to go to the gym to workout their shoulders??    ;D

Exactly ship, the 6" cuts so much easier and we have put a 40" through .
Even with th almost 3 feet of ice last year I still used the 6" nils. It was a little tougher though pulling them through that deep tunnel .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JigSchtickGeorge on Jan 12, 2015, 12:29 PM
I use a 6" for everything. I've squeezed plenty of decent pike and trout through a 6" hole.
What I've noticed and this is just my own experiencethe last few years fishing Schroon. Schroon can be great at 1st ice. After a week or 2 the action just dies.
I did fairly well this past week, but I'll be heading to LG this weekend knowing those common spots on Schroon are going to be a zoo and the fishing is going to shut right down. I'm curious to know if that trend holds true for some of you regulars that fish it throughout the year.

The reason I took friday off!  To hammer em before they've seen every lure made.  Even on Saturday the lakers seemed waaaay less suicidal then on Friday, like: "whoa whoa whoa them hooks are sharp".
Or: "hey! That's just a hunk of metal painted pretty".
Jk
Cmon LG!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: baitbox on Jan 12, 2015, 12:30 PM
I use a 6" for everything. I've squeezed plenty of decent pike and trout through a 6" hole.
What I've noticed and this is just my own experiencethe last few years fishing Schroon. Schroon can be great at 1st ice. After a week or 2 the action just dies.
I did fairly well this past week, but I'll be heading to LG this weekend knowing those common spots on Schroon are going to be a zoo and the fishing is going to shut right down. I'm curious to know if that trend holds true for some of you regulars that fish it throughout the year.
Jamey I also use a 6" auger for most everything.Only drag the power auger out when there is alot of ice.I agree on Schroon being productive the first couple weeks of the season and then they slow down.I think the added pressure that has been put on the lake the last few years has attributed to some of this also.It is a fairly small lake with limited access and everyone seems to bunch up in the same spots.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 12, 2015, 12:34 PM
think the added pressure that has been put on the lake the last few years has attributed to some of this also.It is a fairly small lake with limited access and everyone seems to bunch up in the same spots.

Hah, once it hits Ice shanty .. Lol
I wouldn't go near the narrows or eagle this past weekend , they were packed.
The north end was pretty barren
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 12, 2015, 12:46 PM
The fish was also caught on a jig rod not a tip up.


WOW ......  now that would be fun   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 12, 2015, 12:47 PM
The reason I took friday off!  To hammer em before they've seen every lure made.  Even on Saturday the lakers seemed waaaay less suicidal then on Friday, like: "whoa whoa whoa them hooks are sharp".
Or: "hey! That's just a hunk of metal painted pretty".
Jk
Cmon LG!!
That's it right there. The chasers start becoming lookers.
It's absolutely maddening after having a solid day of fishing to return the next week and the switch has been flipped off.
I can start big and fast and get them my 1st trip out. Switch to small and slow the 2nd and 3rd trips and then I get lost. Can't figure them out so I move onto LG.
Thankfully for some of us the timing works out well when LG freezes.
Another beautiful thing I've noticed. It all seems to coincide with once it hits the forums and all of the Facebook pages. Once it has, the fun on Schroon is over for the year. This is where and when it pays to put in your time and effort for that early ice bite.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 12, 2015, 03:56 PM
The reason I took friday off!  To hammer em before they've seen every lure made.  Even on Saturday the lakers seemed waaaay less suicidal then on Friday, like: "whoa whoa whoa them hooks are sharp".
Or: "hey! That's just a hunk of metal painted pretty".
Jk
Cmon LG!!

I agree with you jigstick... I as well made it up there Friday, and it was non stop action. I only had to cut 1 hole and I didn't go 15 minutes without at least seeing a fish. It was actually the best I have seen in the 3 years that I have been able to fish Schroon. I went back today for for about 5 hours and noticed that there where about a dozen holes cut at or reasonably near by where I was fishing Friday. Today I didn't see a single fish there. I moved around a bit and managed to catch 4, but I had to work for them. 1 of them had some really nice color to it.(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150112_122737.jpg)[/URL]

On a side note: schrnlkr or anybody else...do you think the whole lake is safe to walk across now? I'd like to venture to new areas.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 12, 2015, 04:19 PM
I would assume so just be aware of the moving waters in the mouth of the river where the truck went in last yr. I plan on covering a little more ground away from the crowds. It's always nice to be able to find new spots. Got a little advise on a few different spots that sound like a good bet. But with 1 fish swimming by 100 lines before it sees your line it's kinda like last season once lg went everybody piled up just outside of sawmill. Great the first trip but then word got out and shut right down.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2015, 04:36 PM
I agree with you jigstick... I as well made it up there Friday, and it was non stop action. I only had to cut 1 hole and I didn't go 15 minutes without at least seeing a fish. It was actually the best I have seen in the 3 years that I have been able to fish Schroon. I went back today for for about 5 hours and noticed that there where about a dozen holes cut at or reasonably near by where I was fishing Friday. Today I didn't see a single fish there. I moved around a bit and managed to catch 4, but I had to work for them. 1 of them had some really nice color to it.(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/Mobile%20Uploads/20150112_122737.jpg)[/URL]

On a side note: schrnlkr or anybody else...do you think the whole lake is safe to walk across now? I'd like to venture to new areas.
Yes, I think it is all safe, just be aware of cracks and the usual soft areas, in front of brooks, north end is notorious for spots opening up without warning.  It's been very cold, with way below zero this week, and hardly any snow to insulate, you're good to go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sweedfire86 on Jan 12, 2015, 07:04 PM
Has anyone been on Loon Lake? Going up that way, hear the Walleye are good in there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 12, 2015, 07:19 PM
Has anyone been on Loon Lake? Going up that way, hear the Walleye are good in there.

There on the early ice. Small 'eyes were hitting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 13, 2015, 11:29 AM
A solid action shot my sister in law took and edited from Sunday's fishing on Schroon.
 (http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr339/jamey_barrows/imagejpeg_0_zps803a1a04.jpg)][URL=http://s497.photobucket.com/user/jamey_barrows/media/imagejpeg_0_zps803a1a04.jpg.html](http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr339/jamey_barrows/imagejpeg_0_zps803a1a04.jpg) (http://[URL=http://s497.photobucket.com/user/jamey_barrows/media/imagejpeg_0_zps803a1a04.jpg.html)[/url]
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 13, 2015, 11:30 AM
Apparently I don't know how to post pics anymore.
Sorry for the double.
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Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 13, 2015, 11:49 AM
Cool Pic Jamey!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 13, 2015, 12:11 PM
Is that the one where you got hooked in the lip after the laker spit the hook at you ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 13, 2015, 12:54 PM
Is that the one where you got hooked in the lip after the laker spit the hook at you ;D
You know what?! It might have been! Hahahaha.
The only time it's ever happened to me: I had a trout at the hole and tried lifting him just a tad too high by the rod with my face right over the hole. The pimple came loose and stuck right in my lip. The fish hit the ice and slid back down the hole. I'm counting that in my numbers man!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 13, 2015, 01:48 PM
Laura caught the biggest fish on the season...You :roflmao: :woot: :roflmao:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 13, 2015, 02:45 PM
Laura caught the biggest fish on the season...You :roflmao: :woot: :roflmao:
And the ugliest too!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 13, 2015, 05:59 PM
Skunkaroo today. Didnt hardly even see any on the flasher. When I did they didn't want anything to do with it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 14, 2015, 03:04 AM
Nice photo Jamey.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 14, 2015, 09:32 AM
Skunkaroo today. Didnt hardly even see any on the flasher. When I did they didn't want anything to do with it.
That stinks man.
Dang things saw every jig in the book last weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 14, 2015, 01:26 PM
that's cause I dropped every jig in my kit at them last weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sweedfire86 on Jan 15, 2015, 04:51 PM
Where are the access points on Schroon? I have never fished it before and need a little direction for access and best areas for Landlocked and Lakers and some perch.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 15, 2015, 05:15 PM
Where are the access points on Schroon? I have never fished it before and need a little direction for access and best areas for Landlocked and Lakers and some perch.

Eagle point state campground - you have to park at the top and walk down as the roads do not get plowed.
Narrows restaurant allows parking for access to the lake.
The Town beach on the north end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 16, 2015, 06:14 PM
Anybody fish Schroon lately. Really debating if I wanna go there tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: line dropper on Jan 16, 2015, 06:20 PM
What are your other options for where to fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 16, 2015, 06:33 PM
Well I have a bunch of buddies going to saratoga to fish the creek. A- I have never fished there.
B- I'm only assuming that they are going to catch panfish, and who knows if they are biting.
Or I have another buddy heading to Lake George for some perch.
A- Caught enough there last weekend for a good 3 meals for my family and I.
And I just bought a new laker rod earlier this week....choices....cho ices
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: line dropper on Jan 16, 2015, 07:10 PM
If i had to make the choice for you. I would be trying out the new laker rod. So I would be going to schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 16, 2015, 07:18 PM
Heading to the Yankee Classic tomorrow, but if I was heading out on Schroon I would keep it real mobile, no tip ups, just snowmobile, flip shanty, jig rods and electronics.  I'd hit the deep channels, the flats along the east shore, the flat on the west shoreline above the Narrows all the way to the Condos.  Work for 'em.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TC5 on Jan 17, 2015, 04:29 PM
fished off of red wing today 20 smelt 7 lakers 25 perch.good day out on the king in the am.fish all came in 60 feet of water.all on jigs.perch hailes.tc5 :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Goinfission on Jan 20, 2015, 09:08 AM
Great to know that there is another bait shop opened in Schroon. The folks at Bobcats were always good to my kid, but in past years it was a hit or miss on fishing  days. There also was some minnows and bait available at the Sunoco at the north end of town, but again, not consistent. We always had to stop in Schroon as we headed up to Lincoln Pond, and sometimes had to go back to Crossroads because these guys were closed or did not have bait.

 I hope the new shop well, it is nice to know that if i want to fish SL that I don't have to stop at Crossroads and can come straight up to SL.

BTW anyone know of any bait shop around Elizabethtown?

Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 20, 2015, 09:35 AM
Crossroads is my go to for any bait in the area , winter , spring and fall. Real good ppl and great food.
Sorry but its tops on my list
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Goinfission on Jan 20, 2015, 10:44 AM
I agree , the folks at Crossroads are great and the food is good , too. I was hoping to find someone like them near Lincoln pond. I'll keep looking. Here's to tight lines!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Eagle Ed on Jan 20, 2015, 11:34 AM
Eagle Crg and me will be stopping at Crossroads tomorrow for bait/subs/coffee/breakfast.  Always a great place for bait/food and the working people are great.  Also, enjoy having a chat with the locals who know about everything and anything.  My wife enjoys shopping upstairs for some great buys on pocketbooks, etc.  Eagle Crg and me have rented the A-Frame shanty off Hayes Road at the start of the Narrows  on Schroon if anyone wants to stop by to warm up tomorrow.  We will be fishing from 11am until after dark.

Eagle Ed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 20, 2015, 01:30 PM
Hey Eagle Ed, I'll be off Grove Point fishing tomorrow, early start then done mid afternoon.  If I get a chance I'll stop by.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Eagle Ed on Jan 20, 2015, 07:12 PM
Tony:

That would be great if you stopped by, as we always enjoy chatting with you.  We will probably be up there by 11:45, so hope to catch you.  Eagle Crg says he wants to fish until after dark.  It's his turn to try another bad idea, but my last idea didn't work out too well either.  Colin has a great shanty that's heated and in a great spot with a very reasonable rental fee.

Eagle Ed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jimjam77 on Jan 21, 2015, 11:53 AM
Hi,  I'm new to this site so bear with me. I fished Schroon Last Saturday the 17th. We fished in the southern basin. We caught 2 lakers...5 pounds and 7 pounds. Both were released for someone else to catch or to grow bigger!  The fish only became active for about 30 minutes around 11:30.  Talked to other guys on the lake...most groups had 1 laker. Nice place to fish!    Jim
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 21, 2015, 04:53 PM
I have had my shanty out on Schroon for several winters now and never had a problem with vandalism or anything of that nature..........last weekend I brought some friends from out of state to fish and get to my shanty and someone decided it was a good spot on the side of my door and right in front of it to drop a turd............hope were not getting the wrong crowd up there all the sudden
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: willyamazen on Jan 21, 2015, 05:01 PM
Most of been a real jack rabbit to do something like that. A buddy and I fished out of Eagle Point 2 weeks ago, DEC was out on the sleds checking licenses all over hopefully that'll keep the dopes in check.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 21, 2015, 05:24 PM
Ya its been in the same spot every year so its not like we took someone's secret spot..........ya DEC knows us well from being in same spot for years but they are mainly out their on weekends and this person left me a surprise during the week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: willyamazen on Jan 21, 2015, 05:34 PM
If you got good rapport with DEC let them know you had a issue they'll take care of you. My Uncles had a couple rangers in for coffee at our hunting camp around there over the years, built a bond and when the cabin had some windows busted out they had the guy before we even new about the issue.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 21, 2015, 05:42 PM
We have a good rapport with DEC and a friend of ours is a state trooper that patrols that area...........
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: willyamazen on Jan 21, 2015, 05:51 PM
 I think the way this threads going we could tie it in with the keep the trash off the ice one lol  :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Eagle Ed on Jan 21, 2015, 06:01 PM
Eagle Crg and I fished Schroon today out of the nice heated shanty Colin rents.  Beautiful day with plenty of sun and little wind with tolerable temperature, so we hardly used the shanty at all.   Just about ready to pull up the tip-ups and I got a 20" laker that took a 6" sucker.  4" of the sucker was sticking out of its mouth when landed.  Returned fish to the hole with no problems.  Had a chance to meet up with Schroon Laker(Tony) and he had a tough day going after perch.   Always a pleasure to talk with Tony on his knowledge of Schroon Lake and the surrounding area.

Eagle Ed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 21, 2015, 06:02 PM
Haha very true willyam
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 21, 2015, 06:16 PM
The flat that we fished did not produce today however I heard some nice lakers were caught in the deeper water of the north end, they were fishing suspended bait.  12-13" black ice.  Good to chat with Eagle Ed & Craig. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Eaglecrg on Jan 22, 2015, 08:40 AM
Even though I caught the proverbial skunk yesterday, it was great to get out on Schroon.  Thanks for stopping out to see us Tony--you're very knowledgeable and willing to share, a rare combination!  We'll certainly give you a shout next time we're up that way.  Colin is a very conscientious shanty renter!  His price is reasonable and he is a straight shooter.  He advertises on Craigslist if anyone is interested.  While Eagle Ed and I didn't catch much, I did mark some large schools of baitfish (probably smelt) at times on the electronics.  Still couldn't catch em though. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Jan 24, 2015, 05:53 PM
This thread is quiet as of lately, everyone on George?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 24, 2015, 05:58 PM
I don't know, there were a lot of guys out there today  More and more trucks seen out there today as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 26, 2015, 05:53 PM
Anyone else out on the lake Sunday mourning............wi nd was pretty nasty.  I give alot of credit to the guys I saw out in the open taking it lake a champ.........they stayed out most the day.  I doent think I could have stayed out there if I didn't have my shanty.........they were some rugged individual's.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pooley on Feb 03, 2015, 05:52 AM
Can anybody tell me how much snow is on the ice up there? Going to Paradox this Thursday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TC5 on Feb 03, 2015, 05:55 AM
10 in warrensburg. :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 03, 2015, 10:56 AM
With the last couple storms about a foot on the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Feb 03, 2015, 06:35 PM
Its suppose to get windy hopefully it blows some of the snow off the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 12, 2015, 12:04 PM
Hi,

I'm not sure where to do an intro, but since I mostly fish Schroon I figured I'd try here. 

My family has been on Schroon since the late 40s. I'm the 3rd generation and have fished it my entire life... In the warmer seasons.  Nobody in my family was into ice fishing, so I'm as newbie as a newbie can be.   It's been interesting since many spots where I've had good luck in the summer don't hold fish under the ice (or I'm just not catching them), but I'll figure out where they are.  It'll just take me a while.

I'm on the southern end and don't have a sled so I'll be walking or skiing out.  Hope to see some of you out there!

Matt

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fisherbone on Feb 21, 2015, 04:28 PM
Anyone been on schroon lately?  Looking to maybe hit that up tomorrow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 21, 2015, 04:50 PM
Was south of eagle point yesterday.  Ice wasn't overly thick, didn't measure it, but I'd guess around 10".  No slush.  Maybe 8" of powder on top.  I've seen a few posts of slush on the northern side.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Feb 25, 2015, 07:43 PM
How is it out their folks............looki ng to take my wheeler up..........wondering if anyone is riding them out their still or just sleds now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishingPhil on Feb 25, 2015, 07:53 PM
Fished the narrows this past Sunday and walking was fine. I'd say 15"+ of ice. Fishing was really slow. Things looked dead on my flasher. Ended up catching a splake on a sucker. Was fishing 65-79 FOW. Not a soul out there was strange.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 25, 2015, 07:58 PM
Phil it's been like that all season, ghost town out there.  Maybe the break will do it some good.  Interesting to see how many show up for the derby in a couple weeks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishingPhil on Feb 25, 2015, 08:05 PM
With LG frozen it makes sense.  Never caught a splake before.  Didn't know Schroon had them. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 25, 2015, 08:08 PM
Splake is weird.  I've heard of the occasional brown trout or brookie.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 25, 2015, 08:17 PM
I'll be up there for the derby along with a few others. How much snow is on the lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 25, 2015, 08:24 PM
Foot, maybe a little less in spots, few slush areas
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Feb 25, 2015, 09:14 PM
I will leave the plow on the wheeler haha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 01, 2015, 06:04 PM
Who is planning on being on the ice next weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 01, 2015, 06:23 PM
I will be there. Drove by today on my way home from plattsburgh, saw someone driving what looked like a trail blazer on the ice at the northern end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Mar 02, 2015, 06:09 PM
I will be out all weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rpdfishes on Mar 02, 2015, 07:14 PM
when is the derby and do u think 4 wheeler with chains will go or too much snow & slush ???????
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2015, 07:41 PM
https://www.facebook.com/SchroonLakeIceFishingDerby


This weekend!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2015, 07:42 PM
I haven't seen any slush on the southern end.  It must be up north.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rpdfishes on Mar 02, 2015, 07:46 PM
How much snow Too much 4 wheeler
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2015, 07:57 PM
There are large areas off town boat launch and Fowler, and Adirondack, that are packed down, good for anything, trucks, quads, snowmobiles, easy dragging.  Once you get off the packed areas, the snow is deep with many drifts, very hard going for anything but snowmobiles.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Mar 02, 2015, 08:30 PM
Caint wait thanx for the reports schrnlakr
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rpdfishes on Mar 03, 2015, 06:25 PM
Schrnlkr thanks 4 report We`ll B up sat morning with quad earky lookin 4 SALMON
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Mar 05, 2015, 05:45 PM
Almost time folks...........good luck to everyone that is fishing the derby this weekend............hea ded up tomorrow mourning to try to move my shanty threw the 10 feet of snow haha.   Wish me luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 05, 2015, 06:13 PM
Good luck guys!   I'll be heading up after work tomorrow.   Will be out Saturday morning as the sun comes up. 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 06, 2015, 04:07 PM
Hi heading up in morn with the wife. Anybody know ice conditions around Hayes rd access? Can trucks make it on? Any info appreciated! Thanks good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 07, 2015, 08:42 PM
Schroon Lake 2015 Ice Fishing Derby, after first day, kind of pitiful.

 2015 LEADER BOARD
UPDATED Saturday 4:50 PM

Pike
5.78 lbs 29 1/2 Thomas Williams

Trout
6.61 lbs / 27" Dale Pecor
5.93 lbs / 26" Kevin Hart
5.35 lbs / 25" Scott Brean

Salmon
1.98 lbs / 17" Bob Rea

Pickerel
4.09 lbs / 24" Tim Orologro

Perch
1.6 lbs / 14 1/2" Steve George
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 08, 2015, 01:47 PM
Those are fairly unimpressive fish.  Maybe I should have gone for pickerel instead of trout yesterday.

When we had our licenses and bait receipts checked yesterday the Encon officer said hardly anybody had caught anything.  He pointed out 1 group of trucks and said they caught 4 lakers.  We were watching the other groups and only saw one run to a flag.

I know we spent 12 hours out there yesterday and had no real luck.  8 times I had a minnow mouthed and pulled, but nothing was on the line.  Our group had probably 30 tip ups out.  I kept moving mine further and further out from the channel and flat we were fishing.  One guy caught a perch. 

I hope somebody out there was having good luck.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 08, 2015, 07:38 PM
 FINAL 4 PM Sunday

Pike
10.39 lbs / 35" Billy Taylor
8.49 lbs / 33" Scott Brean
7.86 lbs 31 1/2" Augustine Fucci

Lake Trout
6.87 lbs / 27 1/2" Doug Hopping
6.61 lbs / 27" Dale Pecor
5.93 lbs / 26" Kevin Hart

Salmon
4.40 lbs / 21 1/2" Dave Disanto
1.98 lbs / 17" Bob Rea

Pickerel
4.25 lbs / 25 1/2" Justin Boyer

Perch
1.6 lbs / 14 1/2" Steve George

Most years the winning Lake Trout is 11-13lbs, Pike 18-20lbs.   Down cycle for this lake, IMO
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 08, 2015, 08:23 PM
Very disappointing weekend for me. Saturday - 5 guys - 25 tip ups plus 3 of us jigging. I managed 5 lakers. Biggest being a wopping 21ish maybe 22". Caught 2 on tip ups and 3 on the jig rod. Other 4 in the group....0. A few hookups, but nothing landed.  Today I decided to go try a spot I caught a few pike over the summer. No signs of life. Picked up about 9 and moved to the narrows. Fished there the rest of the day. Caught 1 dink perch, 1 3.5lb small mouth and a 11" baby laker. Never fished the narrows before. Headed south after fishing the 20' flat and channel. According to the Navionics app I was heading to and 80 fow area...cut hole 24 fow???? Quite the discrepancy.  Overall wish I would've just went to LG
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 08, 2015, 08:57 PM
Spent some time at The Baitshop in Schroon this weekend.  Most reports were poor.  One young lad was pretty happy though.  He came in with his dad, never iced fished before.  Joey, the owner,  set him up with a couple rigged tipups, and auger, and some bait, along with some instructions on where to go.  Ends up catching a 19" laker, his first, which they had for dinner.  Guess there are more important things than winning a derby.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 08, 2015, 09:07 PM
That boy will be addicted for life. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 08, 2015, 09:09 PM
What does it take to catch a smelt out there? We tried just about everything. Hard to compete with them when the whole screen is just a huge bait ball.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 08, 2015, 09:20 PM
Usually we get them on Hali's with a grub.  Change up colors.  Sometimes they don't want any movement of the jig, then I just set the rod on a pail and watch for the slightest movement of the tip, then lift.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Dec 07, 2015, 07:55 PM
Very disappointing weekend for me. Saturday - 5 guys - 25 tip ups plus 3 of us jigging. I managed 5 lakers. Biggest being a wopping 21ish maybe 22". Caught 2 on tip ups and 3 on the jig rod. Other 4 in the group....0. A few hookups, but nothing landed.  Today I decided to go try a spot I caught a few pike over the summer. No signs of life. Picked up about 9 and moved to the narrows. Fished there the rest of the day. Caught 1 dink perch, 1 3.5lb small mouth and a 11" baby laker. Never fished the narrows before. Headed south after fishing the 20' flat and channel. According to the Navionics app I was heading to and 80 fow area...cut hole 24 fow???? Quite the discrepancy.  Overall wish I would've just went to LG

Bump! Look alive guys. Another month and maybe, justtt maybe, we can be on the ice! Drove around today. Small ponds had about 1" of ice, surprisingly. A couple patches of skim on lincoln. Nothing on Schroon or paradox.
How accurate is navionics on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Dec 07, 2015, 10:03 PM
I had a similar experience as to MJB last ice season when I fished it for the first time. I have since trolled this lake quite a bit this summer and have the navionics on my phone and a chip for my lowrance. I wouldn't say it's useless but there are a lot of contours which Didn't show up on either, A LOT.  in general it gave me a good starting point but I almost lost my rigger balls more than once. I'll be back out there once we get good ice, I'd like to try to fish some of these humps and flats. Only did the hard water a few times last season as I spent more time on George.

Thanks for the scout report. Hoping for some ice making weather!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Dec 12, 2015, 06:07 PM
I had the dog swimming on the south end today.  It was beautiful, but it's going to take a bit for it to cool down enough to get some ice.  I'm hoping for mid January.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Dec 12, 2015, 06:09 PM
I almost put the canoe in and would have taken some spoons and rapalas out to the weed bed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Dec 12, 2015, 06:40 PM
I'm going to take my ice rods and start casting from shore pretty soon :p
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Dec 19, 2015, 06:22 PM
Anybody feel like fishing in the morning? My softwater gear is down state....but I'm taking my ice rods and im gonna catch some fish somewhere tmmrw....Ive been craving a fish fry
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 19, 2015, 08:57 PM
Some guys have been out on boats lately and been doing pretty good on the lake trout.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Dec 19, 2015, 09:34 PM
Maybe I'll go cast some spoons
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 11, 2016, 04:22 PM
I'll be out tmmrw. Curious to see what bites. Hoping for some panfish  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Izayah12 on Jan 11, 2016, 04:55 PM
Anyone ever fish warner pond
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2016, 08:43 AM
Friend of mine caught a nice Lake Trout north end Friday, 2 1/2 inches ice, then we had the weekend rain.  From the boat launch north stayed frozen, south of that opened back up.  Low single #'s temp last night, if we don't get much snow  north end should be ok for the weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 12, 2016, 08:53 AM
Good news Tony, thanks for the Intel! :-)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: KJ8 on Jan 12, 2016, 10:34 AM
Hey Jager, how ya been bud
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 12, 2016, 12:13 PM
Fished Lincoln pond. Nothing but dinkers today. Felt good to get out there though. Definitely had to workout the first of the season bugs. 5-6" dam side
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 12, 2016, 07:26 PM
Hey Jager, how ya been bud

Hey JoJo! Good to see you joined the party! Lots of great guys on the NY Board! Hopefully we'll get some ice real soon and jig for some Lakers! :-)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 13, 2016, 01:11 AM
Just north of eagle lake 1/7
(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/0107161419-1.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 13, 2016, 08:27 AM
Just north of eagle lake 1/7
(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/0107161419-1.jpg)

Ooo baby! Nice haul
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: KJ8 on Jan 13, 2016, 09:19 AM
Hey JoJo! Good to see you joined the party! Lots of great guys on the NY Board! Hopefully we'll get some ice real soon and jig for some Lakers! :-)

You bet brother, just a matter of time now . maybe too much time
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: KJ8 on Jan 13, 2016, 09:20 AM
Just north of eagle lake 1/7
(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/0107161419-1.jpg)

Nice job....Enjoy that fish fry, never tried perch but hear their tasty.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 13, 2016, 10:28 AM
Nice pile of perch Allen! You always take the best pics! Enjoy the feast! Swags says Hi!  Soon!  ;D

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 13, 2016, 11:13 AM
I'll be out on Schroon poking holes sun/mon/tues. New lake to me but I'm set on icing my first laker this year. It's gonna happen!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PSCfishingking on Jan 13, 2016, 11:17 AM
I'll be out on Schroon poking holes sun/mon/tues. New lake to me but I'm set on icing my first laker this year. It's gonna happen!

How do you plan setting up?  Tip ups on the bottom or just under the ice...  I've heard it both ways.  I've never taken a laker on hardwater...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 13, 2016, 11:26 AM
How do you plan setting up?  Tip ups on the bottom or just under the ice...  I've heard it both ways.  I've never taken a laker on hardwater...

I'll vary them. All live bait. I'll be focusing on jigging though. Learning the lake, I want to be mobile. Won't setup the tipups till I catch one jigging
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Kierran on Jan 13, 2016, 12:31 PM
I'll be focusing on jigging though. Learning the lake, I want to be mobile.

Good plan. I look forward to your hearing about your results. Best of luck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 13, 2016, 12:46 PM
I'll vary them. All live bait. I'll be focusing on jigging though. Learning the lake, I want to be mobile. Won't setup the tipups till I catch one jigging
Be careful on just how mobile you plan to be.  This lake just froze, and not evenly, I might add.  North end is the only spot that has any ice, a that is where the Schroon River comes in, so lots of current.  150fow is not where you want to get wet, just sayin'.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 13, 2016, 01:18 PM
Be careful on just how mobile you plan to be.  This lake just froze, and not evenly, I might add.  North end is the only spot that has any ice, a that is where the Schroon River comes in, so lots of current.  150fow is not where you want to get wet, just sayin'.

Noted. Be a few more days before I get out. Weather looks good for ice. Minus snow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 13, 2016, 01:32 PM
My thinking is with the cold forecasted and now it looks like we will miss that storm this weekend, we should be looking at 6" ice by end of the weekend, that is from the boat launch behind Stewarts north.  If you stand on the boat launch and look towards the Island there is open water in the center of the lake southward, as of this afternoon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sploke on Jan 13, 2016, 05:13 PM
I'll be up there as of tomorrow afternoon poking holes...if you see a guy in a beard and blaze orange bibs feel free to say hi :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 13, 2016, 05:25 PM
Nice and will do! Report back and be safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 13, 2016, 06:29 PM
I'll vary them. All live bait. I'll be focusing on jigging though. Learning the lake, I want to be mobile. Won't setup the tipups till I catch one jigging
Once you get one jigging, you'll be hooked! Much fun and very addicting!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 14, 2016, 09:41 AM
^ X2 What that dude said!
I like using tipups, but rarely for lake trout. If you get one jigging. Spare yourself fooling around with tipups at all.
You'll be wasting your time when you could be catching.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 14, 2016, 09:43 AM
Hope it happens! All I've heard is they're a blast to catch and catching them is addicting
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 14, 2016, 04:31 PM
Any updates?  I'll be up Friday and Saturday.  Maybe I can get out there for a few hours.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jammin salmon on Jan 14, 2016, 04:50 PM
Hopefully there's enough ice I want to go this weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 14, 2016, 05:55 PM
Once you get one jigging, you'll be hooked! Much fun and very addicting!

x4929193
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2016, 06:05 PM
Entire north basin is now frozen, from Narrows up.  Should thicken pretty quick,  BUT, with the skiff of snow we had last night it all looks the same, which is scary.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 14, 2016, 06:24 PM
Have you seen anything on the South end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2016, 06:26 PM
Have you seen anything on the South end?

Open still
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 14, 2016, 07:07 PM
Nice pile of perch Allen! You always take the best pics! Enjoy the feast! Swags says Hi!  Soon!  ;D

MK

Thanks Chak, cant wait!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PSCfishingking on Jan 14, 2016, 08:14 PM
^ X2 What that dude said!
I like using tipups, but rarely for lake trout. If you get one jigging. Spare yourself fooling around with tipups at all.
You'll be wasting your time when you could be catching.

What are you jigging with? Hali, Swedish pimple?

Sounds awesome!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: foulhooked on Jan 14, 2016, 10:26 PM
Open still

How open? Could you launch a canoe from eagle point?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2016, 10:38 PM
Canoe, pontoon boat, ski boat, whatever you like.   ;) ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Eaglecrg on Jan 15, 2016, 07:02 AM
PCS:  For Lake Trout, Swedish Pimples and Tube Jigs are my go to's.   The pimples in silver or white, the tube jigs in white.  Hali's are too small for lakers, IMO.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 15, 2016, 03:58 PM
PCS:  For Lake Trout, Swedish Pimples and Tube Jigs are my go to's.   The pimples in silver or white, the tube jigs in white.  Hali's are too small for lakers, IMO.
Yep!
#3 white pimple.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2016, 05:04 PM
Bunch of guys out there today, off Fowler
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Whalen3030 on Jan 15, 2016, 05:55 PM
Nice fish!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pabbs1223 on Jan 15, 2016, 08:57 PM
Headed up to Schroon Lake tomorrow. Anyone have any info on parking access and ice conditions. Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 15, 2016, 09:04 PM
Have you read any posts? Might want to brace yourself for comments I feel are heading your way.

Check R&C page
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Jan 15, 2016, 09:08 PM
Yeah what he said. Look at the other Schroon Lake threads and do some reading rather than starting another looking for the same info....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pabbs1223 on Jan 15, 2016, 09:36 PM
Yes i have looked at other posts and was looking for more information. I don't understand whats wrong with asking about a place to park and ice conditions.   I thought this site was fisherman exchanging information. No need for negative comments. Anyone who would like to reply with some actual information thanks. To you others thanks for nothing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sameoljets on Jan 15, 2016, 11:37 PM
Dude, there are some die-hard dead sea north ice fisherman on here....  Fowler road would probably be your best bet.  Go there its north of stewarts from across the high school.  That typically freezes first.  Its MEH lake at best.  There are far better lakes to go to up north that fish better for lakers and salmonids when Lake George won't freeze.    Bring plenty of beer while on this lake.....If you don't hold your mouth right they don't bite...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 17, 2016, 12:39 PM
Wrangler's smelt
(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a579/dvillnave1/Mobile%20Uploads/20160117_083648_zpsu7qm0bqx.jpg) (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/dvillnave1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160117_083648_zpsu7qm0bqx.jpg.html)

Greedy perch!
(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a579/dvillnave1/Mobile%20Uploads/20160117_103819_zpsvqfer7kg.jpg) (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/dvillnave1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160117_103819_zpsvqfer7kg.jpg.html)

Great morning to be out on the ice. No luck on my first laker, but I got to meet a fellow is'er. Cheers wranglerdvr. We'll have to get out again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PerchEyes on Jan 17, 2016, 01:03 PM
Adkrs,

I'd like to get some of your perch bait for my dinner.
Is it easy to find a spot to productively fish for smelt?
Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 17, 2016, 01:08 PM
Adkrs,

I'd like to get some of your perch bait for my dinner.
Is it easy to find a spot too productively fish for smelt?
Thanks.

To be quite honest, we tried a new spot today. Didn't go out far at all. Few flags. Bunch of small perch. Marked a lot of suspended schools. I don't have the smelt experience to say it's easy to find them...but today it seemed easy. Fishing 25-60 ft depending on the hole
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 18, 2016, 03:43 PM
Day 2 of my schroon lake laker legacy saga..much of the same. Tried deeper. Nada. Ice was fine on the north side. 4-5"of good ice. Few inches of snow on top. I think the snow will get blown off the lake.

Sustained 20mph winds got me off the lake today. And for whatever reason a roof pole on my hub shattered when packing up to move spots. Sat shantiless from about 11:30 to 3. Fish weren't biting and the wind/blowing snow made things tough.

To be continued...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2016, 04:12 PM
Day 2 of my schroon lake laker legacy saga..much of the same. Tried deeper. Nada. Ice was fine on the north side. 4-5"of good ice. Few inches of snow on top. I think the snow will get blown off the lake.

Sustained 20mph winds got me off the lake today. And for whatever reason a roof pole on my hub shattered when packing up to move spots. Sat shantiless from about 11:30 to 3. Fish weren't biting and the wind/blowing snow made things tough.

To be continued...

Shantyless, sitting on a bucket, back to the wind!  Old school, love it!!!   :clap: :clap: :clap:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 18, 2016, 04:31 PM
....
Great morning to be out on the ice. No luck on my first laker, but I got to meet a fellow is'er. Cheers wranglerdvr. We'll have to get out again

It was nice meeting you as well Adkrs. Once I get back from Texas I'll be back out there!! :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sploke on Jan 19, 2016, 07:40 AM
Spent the weekend up there, terrible fishing.  We had 10 guys fishing 5 lines each with a few jigging rods going on top of that.  Fished Fri straight out from Fowler Rd access point, Sat across the lake just northwest of the island, and Sun off the point and in the little bay area north of Fowler Rd access.  I think the collective total from the weekend was 2 togue, 6 perch and a pickerel.  I spudded out from the beach on Skylark Rd, ice was about 4-5" right off shore, but pretty quickly dropped to 3" or less.  We didn't get down south from there, but the local reports were speaking of open water from the Narrows southward.

Another note, the Sunoco station on rt 9 on the north end of town has a sign out for live bait, but didn't have any in stock yet, he said he was getting stuff in this Thursday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 19, 2016, 09:54 AM
Shantyless, sitting on a bucket, back to the wind!  Old school, love it!!!   :clap: :clap: :clap:

Yep. That was me! I wasn't cold, but the snow filling holes was frustrating. Got a pole ordered for the hub. Be back out next week. Weather looks good for ice making. Snow will probably be blown off. Water temps on the south side should drop with this cold wind. And nice steady clear cold nights and days=ice ice baby  :tipup: ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njg0621 on Jan 19, 2016, 12:14 PM
I think the tournament every year has really impacted Schroon Lake over the years.  Tournaments are fun but honestly they are the worst thing that can happen to a lake, especially small lakes.  So many fish are killed over a 3 day tournament it is unreal. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 22, 2016, 03:40 PM
Out there fishing with a bunch of I.S. guys,  had great time, number of 20" cookie cutter Lakers, perch, no salmon.  8-12" ice everywhere we drilled.  Let me tell you something else, RPudney can cook the venison boys!!!   :thumbsup: :clap: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 22, 2016, 03:45 PM
Agreed Tony! Ross's Venison sandwiches were BBD; "Belt Bustin' Delicious!" WooooHooooo! Great to see you again Tony and nice meeting you Ross, Tim and Phil! See you guys soon!

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 22, 2016, 03:47 PM
Has anything closed up on the South end?  If not, I'll probably be up off the North end tomorrow.  I'd go up tonight, but the thought of trying to warm up a cabin at night doesn't sound fun. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 22, 2016, 03:50 PM
Couldn't agree more Mike, good times!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 22, 2016, 04:00 PM
I'll be out monday/Tuesday again.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 22, 2016, 04:26 PM
Looks like the south end locked up fresh black ice all the way from the narrows south...what I could see from rt 9
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RPudney on Jan 22, 2016, 06:26 PM
Was a genuine pleasure meeting and fishing with Jaeger Mike & Schroonlaker Tony today. Thanks for the compliments on the Venison. Today was what ice fishingsfishings' all about!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 22, 2016, 07:42 PM
Was a genuine pleasure meeting and fishing with Jaeger Mike & Schroonlaker Tony today. Thanks for the compliments on the Venison. Today was what ice fishingsfishings' all about!!

Great meeting you too Ross and many thanks for that AWESOME venison!! You Rocked It!

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 23, 2016, 11:54 AM
Anyone know how thick the ice is heading out of Fowler Road? Thinking of heading up tomorrow, thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 23, 2016, 02:36 PM
Somebody had a truck out there off north end today.  We did measure 9-12" yesterday off the boat launch towards Island.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: butch76 on Jan 23, 2016, 05:37 PM
Heading up to Schroon Monday for my first time there.  Probably going out from the beach or Fowlers.  Hope to have some luck.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 23, 2016, 06:53 PM
Good luck out there, hopefully hitting that ice next weekend  :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 23, 2016, 07:20 PM
The lake is singing!  Ice will be thicker tomorrow!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 23, 2016, 07:37 PM
Anyone riding wheelers or sleds out their yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 24, 2016, 11:31 AM
I didn't see any, but there were guys off Adirondack this morning.  I hope they had better luck than I did.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 24, 2016, 01:53 PM
Schroon is making ice like crazy. North end is safe past the island. Didn't go further than that 8-12" depending qhere ya go. and it's  making more. Bring creepers. Barely any snow. Lots of glare ice

Caught my first laker ever.completed one of my goals for this year  ;D
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 24, 2016, 04:11 PM
I use the same style tip up.  One of mine has the brass spool.  The others have plastic.  It looks like it has a name on it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmac3 on Jan 24, 2016, 04:12 PM
Schroon is making ice like crazy. North end is safe past the island. Didn't go further than that 8-12" depending qhere ya go. and it's  making more. Bring creepers. Barely any snow. Lots of glare ice

Caught my first laker ever.completed one of my goals for this year  ;D
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pg.html)

Congrats! And the addiction begins .. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Gadway on Jan 25, 2016, 12:11 PM
Thought I would contribute, 4 guys on Sunday, North End, Targeting perch ended up with 2 Lakers and about 30 perch all thrown back (our shiners could have ate them). Lakers were caught with perch jigs. Maximum depth fished was about 30 feet minimum depth was 5 feet. Ice was 6 to 8 inches consistently. We had an underwater camera and water visibility was very poor maybe 2 to 3 feet if that makes a difference to anyone. Lakers captured on the camera were in depths less than 30 feet believe it or not. Hope this helps-- turned into a beautiful day, very slick out there- but made for an easy drag. Definitely recommend ice cleats or you will be doing the shuffle all day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JJ on Jan 25, 2016, 07:34 PM
Pretty good day of jigging lakers, with a few fat 21-23" ones, all released; tip-ups were slow. Looks like smelt population is doing well, trout were spitting them up.

(http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w203/lgsalmon/100_3035_zpsjnxbqv6m.jpg)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 25, 2016, 07:35 PM
Congratulations on the laker Adkrs...   :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 25, 2016, 07:57 PM
Those are beauties capt.
Thanks Raquettedacker  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MikeVT on Jan 26, 2016, 10:30 AM
Is the gate at Eagle yet???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 26, 2016, 10:38 AM
Is the gate at Eagle yet???
Still closed as of Sunday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 26, 2016, 10:55 AM
And closed today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 26, 2016, 10:58 AM
Is that something Dec opens? Might give em a call
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 26, 2016, 11:00 AM
Pretty good day of jigging lakers, with a few fat 21-23" ones, all released; tip-ups were slow. Looks like smelt population is doing well, trout were spitting them up.


    Very nice...   :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MikeVT on Jan 27, 2016, 08:48 AM
Just got a message from the DEC.  As soon as they deem the ice safe, they will open the gate at Eagle Point for access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mike304 on Jan 28, 2016, 06:15 AM
Don't try to drive down the hill!!! ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MikeVT on Jan 28, 2016, 08:40 AM
No doubt, I saw that show a couple of years ago.  Luckily there was a very nice fellow with a f350 to haul them out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Jan 28, 2016, 07:05 PM
Headed up for lakers in the morning, anyone have any suggestions on a spot? Not looking for your secret spots just a place to have some action, many thanks
Kris :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sameoljets on Jan 28, 2016, 07:36 PM
Buy some suckers and bring plenty of beer.  If you hold your mouth right you should b fine...  Fowler road right across from the road, get about 100 yards off shore good jigging water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2016, 09:49 PM
19" brown Trout caught on Eagle Lake today, 11" ice

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Sorry not the greatest pics!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2016, 09:55 PM
Took a young local lad out fishing on Schroon last week, north end.  Lots of pike, pickerel, and perch, nothing great, but the youngster was chasing flags all day!

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 29, 2016, 12:42 AM
Beautiful Brown Tony!!! Congrats on that prize!  :)

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 29, 2016, 06:04 AM
Nice job SLKer.... :thumbsup: :clap:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RPudney on Jan 29, 2016, 06:13 AM
Nice brown Tony!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: brownie2345 on Jan 29, 2016, 07:40 AM
How many inches of ice in the narrows headed up in a bit wondering if it's worth bringing the machines??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroon_Fishing on Jan 29, 2016, 08:17 AM
Yea was wondering the same thing. Getting warm again....  >:(
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2016, 09:55 AM
How many inches of ice in the narrows headed up in a bit wondering if it's worth bringing the machines??

BIG WARNING, after a quick burst of snow this morning an open area was revealed on the south end of the Narrows, very nasty looking.  I took a photo but photobucket is down this morning for maintenance.  Will post a pic as soon as I can.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mikerudy on Jan 29, 2016, 10:25 AM
19" brown Trout caught on Eagle Lake today, 11" ice

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/12662647_1118815981462995_5063638646705162098_n_zpsy5utk3h2.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/12662647_1118815981462995_5063638646705162098_n_zpsy5utk3h2.jpg.html)

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/12631436_1118813211463272_6830488765842242568_n_zpspoavovky.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/12631436_1118813211463272_6830488765842242568_n_zpspoavovky.jpg.html)

Sorry not the greatest pics!
Great looking fish, Congratulations :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: brownie2345 on Jan 29, 2016, 10:55 AM
Thanks for the update i heard there was 9-12" thru out the lake now Who has smelt for sale just crossroads
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Jan 29, 2016, 10:57 AM
I don't think anyone sells smelt.... ???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 29, 2016, 11:00 AM
Thanks for the update i heard there was 9-12" thru out the lake now Who has smelt for sale just crossroads

Can't buy smelt. Crossroads has plenty of other live bait though. If you can catch smelt on Schroon (there are plenty) you can use them as bait only on Schroon the day you catch them.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 29, 2016, 11:40 AM
Hit north end of Schroon yesterday Thursday 1-28
Fishing was non excistant
4 guys 1 flag all day
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 29, 2016, 01:15 PM
Heading to North end of Schroon tomorrow morning. I will post conditions/results on how it went.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tonebea on Jan 29, 2016, 01:27 PM
Someone walking across the lake yesterday fell in and drown. Be careful out there. http://poststar.com/news/blotter/police-man-drowned-in-schroon-lake-after-snowshoeing-accident/article_08e23791-8e05-5f46-93bc-0701dfe55584.html
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 29, 2016, 01:31 PM
Thanks for the info: I will certainly take all precautions.

Someone walking across the lake yesterday fell in and drown. Be careful out there. http://poststar.com/news/blotter/police-man-drowned-in-schroon-lake-after-snowshoeing-accident/article_08e23791-8e05-5f46-93bc-0701dfe55584.html
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2016, 02:12 PM
Someone walking across the lake yesterday fell in and drown. Be careful out there. http://poststar.com/news/blotter/police-man-drowned-in-schroon-lake-after-snowshoeing-accident/article_08e23791-8e05-5f46-93bc-0701dfe55584.html

Few things about this article. the unfortunate gentleman who lost his life had health issues that may have caused him to get confused and wander off the south end boat launch.  That area is never safe, even in the coldest of winters, too much current at that outlet.  2 days ago I passed there going to Crossroads for bait and it was wide open, with just a little ice by the launch.  If you want good ice, the Narrows north is the place to be.  There is a pressure ridge developing on the northern part of the Narrows, which is where a jeep went through in 2012.  I know guys have been fishing off Eagle Pt.  and a few off Adirondack, but I just don't like what I see on the south basin.  With the warm weather forecasted til Wed. I wouldn't fish there yet, especially since the are much safer areas to go to.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: brownie2345 on Jan 29, 2016, 05:21 PM
Ok I planned on jigging for some wasn't sure if anyone carried them anymore why is it the don't sell smelt??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Jan 29, 2016, 05:24 PM
Got out today, north end and got 4 lakers lost one other, 2 on my ultra lite rod 4 pound test that was insane!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Jan 29, 2016, 05:29 PM
going out tomorrow if anyone wants to meet up, I plan on being mobile and jigging for lakers
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2016, 05:30 PM
Ok I planned on jigging for some wasn't sure if anyone carried them anymore why is it the don't sell smelt??

I think it has to do with the bait certification laws that went into place a number of years ago.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2016, 06:49 PM
Thanks Mike, Ross, Rdacker, and Mikerudy on the kind words about my Eagle Lake brownie!  Going to give it another shot Sat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 29, 2016, 07:34 PM
I think it has to do with the bait certification laws that went into place a number of years ago.

http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/47282.html
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: brownie2345 on Jan 29, 2016, 10:55 PM
Thanks that's good to know headed up in the morning to fish the narrows I'll post pictures hopefully lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Jan 30, 2016, 12:43 PM
Tony Great Brown Nice color and square tail.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 30, 2016, 02:51 PM
Made it out on the north end of Schroon today. There were a lot of fishermen out today and a lot of tipups all over. The ice was 10-12 inches of good solid ice. Drilled about 50 holes and managed 3 lakers with the biggest one being 23 inches. All were released. Had a good time. Saw 2 other guys catch one on a tipup.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigfish1212 on Jan 30, 2016, 06:03 PM
Anybody out around eagle point today wondering what you had for ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: brownie2345 on Jan 31, 2016, 07:24 AM
7-8" on the narrows saw a lot of guys fishing eagle point caught 6 Lakers 5 keepers biggest 22" 4 of them were caught jigging at all different depths from 10' to 80'
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Feb 01, 2016, 07:10 AM
Anybody out around eagle point today wondering what you had for ice.
I fished out there Sunday.
We had 4.5" under us. The shoreline looked like a classic last walk off in April when we left at 4 yesterday.  :-\
It was really punky with water coming up on top. I personally wouldn't fish it after what I saw yesterday until we get another good cold shot. Some may disagree.
1 short fish for my efforts. Tough day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: IcefisherSteve on Feb 01, 2016, 07:43 AM
I fished out there Sunday.
We had 4.5" under us. The shoreline looked like a classic last walk off in April when we left at 4 yesterday.  :-\
It was really punky with water coming up on top. I personally wouldn't fish it after what I saw yesterday until we get another good cold shot. Some may disagree.
1 short fish for my efforts. Tough day.
You did better than me. Had chasers just wouldnt hit. Think you were right next to us. I was with jimmy and terry
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Feb 01, 2016, 08:03 AM
You did better than me. Had chasers just wouldnt hit. Think you were right next to us. I was with jimmy and terry
I apologize to everyone out there man.
The old dude I keep bringing out with me is blind as a bat and lucky to be getting out at all. He has to have that darn alarm on his fish finder at all times. Yesterday, his only cause for excitement was that maddening alarm for every marked fish. I drowned the sound out well knowing it was keeping him excited. Sorry if it annoyed you guys we set up near. 
I pulled out all the stops to try like heck to get him his 1st lake trout. My one and only flag was so darn far that I ran out to tend to it hoping he'd follow. Forgetting the fact that he had no idea what direction I even went. He's blind, I'm dumb.  :P The fish spooled me before I got to it. I had to immediately tend to it and land the fish.
I lost a nice one on the jig 1/2 way to the hole. That new rod gave me more control than I'm used to, that's for sure. Dumped the fish when I dropped to my knees to yank the ducer out. I left my transducer directly on the ice for the rest of the day. I was shocked at how clear my flasher was fishing like that.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: IcefisherSteve on Feb 01, 2016, 08:20 AM
Yeah i heard his flasher beeping. Lol No worries. Boy he got excited when he saw a big mark. Lol. I have used my ducer right on top of ice when clear ice. I will check re frozen holes sometimes but just putting ducer on top of the new ice. I gotta make sure previous person didnt leave any fishes down there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 03, 2016, 04:47 AM
What's the verdict, north end going to be fish-able this weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Feb 03, 2016, 05:18 AM
What's the verdict, north end going to be fish-able this weekend?
let's see what happens after the rain #just sayin
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 03, 2016, 07:41 AM
Fingers crossed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroon_Fishing on Feb 03, 2016, 09:36 AM
Yea going up in two weeks. Need to to get cold fast!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 03, 2016, 09:39 AM
North end was fine for ice yesterday. Started to warm up, then wind moved in and temps dropped. Holes were freezing over. Managed one 16"er.

Now today is nasty. I'd be careful going anywhere. Rain/sleet, winds and warm temps. I'll be out tmmrw either on schroon or down near port henry.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 03, 2016, 10:35 AM
Several groups of guys out there today, diehards.  Pouring rain, temps freezing last night, currently 34*.  One cold night should button up things, at least from Narrows north.  That being said, extreme caution should be used when going on any lake this year, even usually reliable lakes like Schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 04, 2016, 08:06 AM
North end was fine for ice yesterday. Started to warm up, then wind moved in and temps dropped. Holes were freezing over. Managed one 16"er.

Now today is nasty. I'd be careful going anywhere. Rain/sleet, winds and warm temps. I'll be out tmmrw either on schroon or down near port henry.

Happen to make it out today?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 04, 2016, 08:51 AM
Happen to make it out today?

Negative, tried getting out on champ, but open water near shore where I wanted to go. Checked out a couple other spots. Schroon (north end) is still probably the safest.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 04, 2016, 11:00 AM
Guys out on Schroon today, off Fowler, north of island, off rocky pt east shore.  Lots of water on ice.  Interestingly very little water on south end, which can't be a good sign.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 04, 2016, 06:50 PM
Sat morning I'll be up to do somedrywall work.  I don't know if I trust the ice enough to even attempt to go out.  I saw earthworms at the surface today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Icicle1 on Feb 04, 2016, 07:33 PM
Hopefully next weekend will be safe no doubt.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 05, 2016, 08:03 AM
Anyone on the ice today?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Feb 05, 2016, 11:36 AM
19" brown Trout caught on Eagle Lake today, 11" ice

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/12662647_1118815981462995_5063638646705162098_n_zpsy5utk3h2.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/12662647_1118815981462995_5063638646705162098_n_zpsy5utk3h2.jpg.html)

(http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg519/tschroon/12631436_1118813211463272_6830488765842242568_n_zpspoavovky.jpg) (http://s1241.photobucket.com/user/tschroon/media/12631436_1118813211463272_6830488765842242568_n_zpspoavovky.jpg.html)

Sorry not the greatest pics!

How far under the ice do you set your bait for those browns on eagle? I caught one last year pike fishing. Bait was about 4' under the ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 05, 2016, 12:20 PM
Traditionally we set them 10-12 under the ice, but this one was caught 2' off bottom.  Nice thing about the new tipup law (7) you can really mix it up depth wise.  Caught on hunts.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Feb 05, 2016, 05:58 PM
Interesting. Thanks for the info. Seems like they could be pretty much anywhere!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Feb 06, 2016, 05:31 PM
Anyone know if schroon is safe for tomorrow?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 06, 2016, 05:47 PM
Anyone know if schroon is safe for tomorrow?

North end of schroon has been safe for most of the season. Read up a few posts...also, SchrnLker has been posting great reports on the conditions board...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 06, 2016, 06:50 PM
Excellent conditions Narrows north, glare ice, 10-12" plus black ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 06, 2016, 06:55 PM
On Eagle today, only flag of the day, 51/2 lb 29" pike.   Keep very few fish, kept this one, had a hankering for pike patties!!!

(http://i66.tinypic.com/20qf4uh.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Feb 06, 2016, 07:32 PM
Nice Pike Tony, congrats! Plenty of patties there!!!
:-)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 06, 2016, 07:41 PM
Thanks Mike, particularly good eating out of Eagle, too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 07, 2016, 07:24 AM
Awesome pike Tony.  Nice color.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Feb 07, 2016, 12:07 PM
Where might I find the Conditions Board?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 07, 2016, 12:31 PM
South end looks to be opening up.  Half the south channel is free of ice.  Along the shore, there was a lot more water at the end of yesterday than there was in the morning.  That said, both days there were numerous guys off eagle.  I could see somebody in the shaw hill area and I spotted a brave sole with a quad behind Brill island.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 07, 2016, 05:23 PM
South end looks to be opening up.  Half the south channel is free of ice.  Along the shore, there was a lot more water at the end of yesterday than there was in the morning.  That said, both days there were numerous guys off eagle.  I could see somebody in the shaw hill area and I spotted a brave sole with a quad behind Brill island.

I just think there is a lot of danger on the south basin this year.  With snow showers forecasted all this week, the bad spots will be hidden.  Got to be smart and safe guys.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 07, 2016, 05:26 PM
Awesome pike Tony.  Nice color.

Thanks Bill, that fish wanted no part of that hole, love it when that happens! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 07, 2016, 05:48 PM
Where might I find the Conditions Board?

I think you need to make a few posts before its available.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Feb 08, 2016, 10:37 AM
Thank you, Eaten by Limestone. I'll continue posting I suppose. Maybe someone has the answer -- How is ice between Fowler and the point across lake (where the final house is on north side of lake). I have been fishing this spot for years have never seen less than 12 inches of ice there. Temp will be dropping down this weekend but I'll be there fishing from Thur - Sun.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 08, 2016, 11:00 AM
Thank you, Eaten by Limestone. I'll continue posting I suppose. Maybe someone has the answer -- How is ice between Fowler and the point across lake (where the final house is on north side of lake). I have been fishing this spot for years have never seen less than 12 inches of ice there. Temp will be dropping down this weekend but I'll be there fishing from Thur - Sun.

If you mean the rocky pt opposite Fowler on the east side where the log red roofed camp, formally owned by Woods Lodge, (Talchito Point), plenty of ice, at least 12", with lots of cold coming.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroon_Fishing on Feb 08, 2016, 01:46 PM
Does anyone have ATV's or snowmobiles on the ice? Heading up this weekend and wondering if I should bring the machines or not. Thanks for any info.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 08, 2016, 02:30 PM
More than 12+ inches everywhere
Saw two pick up trucks on the north side earlier this morning
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroon_Fishing on Feb 08, 2016, 02:46 PM
Great thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 08, 2016, 03:17 PM
maybe more than 12" north of the narrows and away from moving water, much less ice from the narrows south....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 08, 2016, 05:26 PM
maybe more than 12" north of the narrows and away from moving water, much less ice from the narrows south....

We have an expanding area of open water at the south end of the Narrows.  That may skim over with the coming cold, which will make it all the more dangerous.  All safe ice, 12" plus, Narrows north.  On the extreme north end the river inlet can clearly be seen, open water there as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 08, 2016, 07:35 PM
Are you getting snow up there?  I was on the mass border and it was common g down fairy good.  Home in schtdy there's just a bit falling.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 08, 2016, 07:51 PM
Little bit, ground is whitened
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: gitthegaff on Feb 09, 2016, 05:50 AM
How is ice thickness out of Adirondack?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 09, 2016, 11:10 AM
Has anybody looked at the forecast temperatures for Pottersville for this weekend?   

If you're going up, bring the long johns!

I think the ice will be thicker than last weekend!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 09, 2016, 11:16 AM
How is ice thickness out of Adirondack?

as long as you guys don't get too close to the narrows, you should be at least ok for walking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Feb 09, 2016, 12:41 PM
Are rainbow smelt the main forage in schoon and most the lakes up there? Buying some lures for my trip up there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 09, 2016, 01:01 PM
Are rainbow smelt the main forage in schoon and most the lakes up there? Buying some lures for my trip up there

yep, and those smelt tend to run on the small end of the spectrum.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Feb 09, 2016, 01:37 PM
yep, and those smelt tend to run on the small end of the spectrum.
thank you for the advice once again. Any recommendations where to stay or where not to stay? Don't need anything fancy.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: gitthegaff on Feb 09, 2016, 02:52 PM
as long as you guys don't get too close to the narrows, you should be at least ok for walking.

Thanks Lance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 09, 2016, 03:43 PM
thank you for the advice once again. Any recommendations where to stay or where not to stay? Don't need anything fancy.


I know some people who have been happy with the motel at the corner across from natural stone bridge on 9. Its 1 block north of 9 and Glendale rd.   The only other place I k now of is the wells house, which I think was reopened.  That's fancy.   Chester town, off exit 25 has the panther mountain inn.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 09, 2016, 06:03 PM
Got in to some yellows today  ;D tried a new spot on Schroon. About 15 or so 10"'ers. They were even hitting my tipups with 5" hunts on them. Very aggressive today. I'll take it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ART on Feb 10, 2016, 02:57 PM
any 4 whelers on the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 10, 2016, 04:25 PM
Any snow on the ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Icicle1 on Feb 10, 2016, 04:27 PM
I'm heading north!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 10, 2016, 05:36 PM
Any snow on the ice?

couple inches
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 10, 2016, 06:21 PM
Got skunked today, but had my opportunities. Lots of chasers but I couldn't get them to commit. Any ideas?
(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a579/dvillnave1/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_140336_zpsni9eifu5.jpg) (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/dvillnave1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_140336_zpsni9eifu5.jpg.html)

. Also broke my dang antenna. But I fixed that.
(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a579/dvillnave1/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_131305_zpswmwkyyvf.jpg) (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/dvillnave1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160210_131305_zpswmwkyyvf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 10, 2016, 07:41 PM
Same story for me today.  Had one nice Laker on early, rest of the day lookers and chasers.  Buckshot spoons, white tubes, soft plastics, other spoons, smelt oil scent, nothing would make em commit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 10, 2016, 10:08 PM
Same story for me today.  Had one nice Laker on early, rest of the day lookers and chasers.  Buckshot spoons, white tubes, soft plastics, other spoons, smelt oil scent, nothing would make em commit.

Wonder if it's the front that's coming
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 11, 2016, 03:41 AM
Nah, I usually chalk that stuff up too I'm doing something wrong!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 11, 2016, 07:59 AM
Got skunked today, but had my opportunities. Lots of chasers but I couldn't get them to commit. Any ideas?


its the way schroon is, the jigging bite gets tougher and tougher as the ice year progresses...actually that is how most lake trout lakes go, jigging wise.    Not to say there isn't a double digit day left out there, but at this point in the season, I would be happy with 3 or 4 most days, taking a 0 at Schroon is never out of the question.    This is the time of year to increase your odds and spread some tipups if you are so inclined.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NORRM on Feb 11, 2016, 10:51 AM
Hey, I know it's a freaky year but, has anyone heard whether or not if they're having the Fish & game contest the first weekend of March?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 11, 2016, 11:47 AM
its the way schroon is, the jigging bite gets tougher and tougher as the ice year progresses...actually that is how most lake trout lakes go, jigging wise.    Not to say there isn't a double digit day left out there, but at this point in the season, I would be happy with 3 or 4 most days, taking a 0 at Schroon is never out of the question.    This is the time of year to increase your odds and spread some tipups if you are so inclined.

Yeah, I've had tipups out. No luck on them yet. Still learning schroon/lakers. I'll get there. Trying again in the am with a buddy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 11, 2016, 12:31 PM
Hey, I know it's a freaky year but, has anyone heard whether or not if they're having the Fish & game contest the first weekend of March?

Yes, still on
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NORRM on Feb 11, 2016, 01:35 PM
OK Thx Lker
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 11, 2016, 05:41 PM
couple inches


Do you think it might blow off tonight?  It looks like it'll be a cold one!  I hope the wind doesn't break any spots up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 11, 2016, 07:39 PM

Do you think it might blow off tonight?  It looks like it'll be a cold one!  I hope the wind doesn't break any spots up.

A little may blow off, lake will be fine, wind or not.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 11, 2016, 09:00 PM

Do you think it might blow off tonight?  It looks like it'll be a cold one!  I hope the wind doesn't break any spots up.
It's light snow, easy walking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wiredstone on Feb 12, 2016, 03:36 AM
Yes, still on
That sounds fun. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 13, 2016, 05:52 AM
Ok, who's going out on the ice today?   I'm looking out and see 1 guy just south of eagle.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 13, 2016, 06:01 AM
Not me today, Stewarts for coffee then off to Brant Lake to scout out some private access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: snowlt14 on Feb 13, 2016, 10:41 PM
Fished the North end of the lake yesterday for pike and came up empty. We did end up with some of the largest perch I have personally caught out of the lake. We also caught a ton of the typical smaller Schroon lake perch
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 14, 2016, 06:00 AM
The guys I was with didn't want to go out due to the cold.  It was pretty bad when the wind started whipping.  On that, I found the limits of my little woodstove last night.  I was always curious how low it could go before it wouldn't be able to handle heating the 12x16 front room of the cabin.  It has heated it in colder weather than what we saw last night, but not with that wind.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 14, 2016, 06:18 AM
The guys I was with didn't want to go out due to the cold.  It was pretty bad when the wind started whipping.  On that, I found the limits of my little woodstove last night.  I was always curious how low it could go before it wouldn't be able to handle heating the 12x16 front room of the cabin.  It has heated it in colder weather than what we saw last night, but not with that wind.
Did you bring in your "top shelf " wood for last night?  High btu stuff, oak, hickory, beech, locust for days and nights like this.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 14, 2016, 10:53 AM
Oh yeah.  Seasoned 4 years too.  It was lighting off upon contact with the coals.  As I look back on it I raised the cabin this spring.  More wind can get under it now.  The floor temp probably sucked the temp out of the air... Reverse radiant heat.  When I got the truck started the thermometer said -20.

I suppose I got lucky though.  I stopped into a Cabin across the street and warned the guys to get their vehicles started.  Then I ran to Adirondack.  When I came back to check on them their pellet stove had overfilled their burn pot and the fire backed into their hopper!  We emptied the hopper to get the fire out of that, then I scooped everything out of their burn pot with a big kitchen spoon.  I hope their stove wasn't damaged.

When I got back south and to the wife I brought up looking to see if a new wood stove is in the fall budget.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 14, 2016, 11:29 AM
Not having any snow to bank the bottom of the cabin doesn't help, this year is the first year since '89 that that is a problem for my place.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 14, 2016, 05:04 PM
I went out yesterday off the island, put a 9 hour shift in. -30 windchill and 5 lakers all over 20". Great day. All 5 inch hunts in 60 foot of water.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Icicle1 on Feb 14, 2016, 05:11 PM
That's a great day pixleyken
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 14, 2016, 05:34 PM
Yep, nice when you get a pay off like that
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 20, 2016, 01:54 PM
Heading up tomorrow morning, going to fish the narrows. Hope to find the fish biting
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 20, 2016, 02:49 PM
Finally found a solid Schroon laker! Just over 24" and a fatty. Buddy also got into some solid smallies! Ill let him post his pics

(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a579/dvillnave1/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20160220_141657_zpsmkrvmmie.jpg) (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/dvillnave1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20160220_141657_zpsmkrvmmie.jpg.html)

Constant action all day. Snow melt left a lot of water on the ice. Hopefully it locks back up. Winds were whippin!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Feb 20, 2016, 02:51 PM
there you go man. glad to see you're finally figuring them out
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 20, 2016, 02:55 PM
there you go man. glad to see you're finally figuring them out
Thanks. Just took a few trips and trying stuff
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 20, 2016, 05:41 PM
Adkrs how many inches was the ice? Thanks in advance. Jeff
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 20, 2016, 05:49 PM
Adkrs how many inches was the ice? Thanks in advance. Jeff
12"+ narrows north. havent been south of the narrows this year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wiredstone on Feb 20, 2016, 05:56 PM
 :clap: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walkinonwater on Feb 20, 2016, 06:00 PM
Where is there access to get to the narrows? Beatiful Laker by the way! 🐟
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 20, 2016, 06:27 PM
West side of the lake... Old closed down restaurant.   If Iremember correctly tthere's a sign advertising dock space out front.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walkinonwater on Feb 20, 2016, 06:43 PM
Thank you very much! Might try there tomorrow. 🐟
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 20, 2016, 08:17 PM
Thanks for ice depth!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 22, 2016, 12:04 PM
got a nice one saturday (http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG955909-1_zpsoc4lqswr.jpg) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG955909-1_zpsoc4lqswr.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 22, 2016, 12:04 PM
smelt on the vex! (http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/Mobile%20Uploads/20160220_091221_zpsawisx808.jpg) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160220_091221_zpsawisx808.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Feb 22, 2016, 04:47 PM
Lake was dead yesterday fished for 7 hours no lakers they were very stubborn only saw a few smelt schools. Fished behind Stewart's northern end
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 22, 2016, 05:39 PM
got a nice one saturday (http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG955909-1_zpsoc4lqswr.jpg) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG955909-1_zpsoc4lqswr.jpg.html)

Nice one!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: carpy on Feb 22, 2016, 05:45 PM
Nice laker.  :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 22, 2016, 06:02 PM
Beauty, any measurements?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 22, 2016, 06:36 PM
Beauty, any measurements?
thanks! no official measurements, got it back in quick. eyeballed at 25"+
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Feb 22, 2016, 06:54 PM
Nice Laker Stevo!! Congrats Bro!  :)

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 22, 2016, 06:57 PM
thanks! no official measurements, got it back in quick. eyeballed at 25"+

very nice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Feb 22, 2016, 08:57 PM
Fished all day today not a single flag.. was marking smelt and had 7 chasers or so and nothing would commit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 23, 2016, 06:16 AM
Nice laker.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 24, 2016, 03:53 PM
Hey anybody been fishing lately?? How's the ice been?? Looking forward to derby but will this rain and warm spell ruin contest? Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 24, 2016, 04:50 PM
Im sitting on the ice right now. Anybody have a boat to come get me?  :P lots of water on the ice from this rain. Still plenty of ice though. 11" where i am. White on top, and if this water freezes there will be another 2-3" of white
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 24, 2016, 06:14 PM
Thanks again !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Feb 24, 2016, 07:15 PM
How are the edges........this weather won't melt 11 inches......just might eat the edges.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 24, 2016, 07:21 PM
Friday I is showing a low of 8.  There's still hope that there will be ice for tourney weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 24, 2016, 07:40 PM
Edges were fine at the narrows. Tried getting on champ today and the edges were gone, so schroon it was. Trying for pike now. Missed the hookset on my one flag. Next time....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Feb 24, 2016, 10:03 PM
When is the schroon tourney??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 25, 2016, 04:12 AM
http://www.schroonlakeregion.com/what-to-do/events/24th-annual-schroon-lake-ice-fishing-derby

I'm interested to hear the weather up there today.  It poured like crazy down here to the point I got a wet basement.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneidaFox on Feb 25, 2016, 06:59 AM
Anyone know how the ice is holding up?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adipose hunter on Feb 25, 2016, 07:23 AM
Anybody been catching any salmon on schroon? I'm 27 hours and counting trying to get one on the ice this year. I'm not giving up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 25, 2016, 09:54 AM
Surprising number of guys out there today, with wheelers.  Large areas of water on top, edges good, but wet.  Lake should come up over night, as Schroon River, and the tribs are ripping today.  Temps currently in the mid forties, but will drop later today.  Low tonight 12*, high Fri 19*, low Fri night 1*.  Should be fine.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adipose hunter on Feb 25, 2016, 10:31 AM
Good to know. I'll be heading to the narrows Sunday am
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 26, 2016, 10:14 AM
Gonna shoot out on paradox in the morning to try for some pike. Access is at the campground correct?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Feb 26, 2016, 12:51 PM
Gonna shoot out on paradox in the morning to try for some pike. Access is at the campground correct?
bring chest waders or 100' plank the entire shore at paradox is under water the boat launch is under about 3' of water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 26, 2016, 01:17 PM
bring chest waders or 100' plank the entire shore at paradox is under water the boat launch is under about 3' of water

Well back to schroon it is. Was looking for somewhere new but i suppose ol' faithful will have to do
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Feb 26, 2016, 01:25 PM
Sux!!! starting to feel like spring can't get here soon enough
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2016, 03:35 PM
Schroon has also risen dramatically,  ice has pulled away from shoreline.  Some spots worse than others.  In town at the launch to the right is shot for now, til water goes down, to the left is ok.  If in doubt, bring a plank.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 26, 2016, 06:57 PM
Any idea how the access is to the narrows? Gonna try getting on somewhere in the morning.  Anybody wanna partner up and do some jigging? I'd rather not fish alone with these conditions.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2016, 07:13 PM
Any idea how the access is to the narrows? Gonna try getting on somewhere in the morning.  Anybody wanna partner up and do some jigging? I'd rather not fish alone with these conditions.

Adkrs will be fishing the Narrows tomorrow.  Lake came up so edges are a little questionable, at least til it comes back down.  Some spots you can walk right on, others a plank would be helpful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: oletimer on Feb 26, 2016, 07:31 PM
Was thinking of trying the narrows tomorrow. Second thoughts now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 26, 2016, 07:34 PM
I'll be there around 6ish. I have waders, rope, and an 8 ft  plank.  I'll find a way on somehow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 26, 2016, 07:42 PM
Ill be there. Red eskimo. Gotta dry that sucker out from wednesday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2016, 07:57 PM
Was thinking of trying the narrows tomorrow. Second thoughts now.

The edges are not so bad that you can't get on, just got to look around.  Once you're on there's 15" good ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: oletimer on Feb 27, 2016, 05:52 AM
Thanks, worth a drive over to see I guess 😊
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 27, 2016, 12:56 PM
Ohhhhh schroon. You have been such a disappointment for me this year. :(
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2016, 02:48 PM
Ohhhhh schroon. You have been such a disappointment for me this year. :(

Typical late season on Schroon today.  Bunch of small perch, a nice bass, and a brook trout!  Challenge getting out, once you find a spot to get on, 15" solid ice.  Glad I had my Eskimo, wind was whippin'.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: oletimer on Feb 27, 2016, 03:13 PM
We lost the shappell.....but got it back...another guy with a hub...watched it go to the river.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: oletimer on Feb 27, 2016, 03:15 PM
All for two flags.....saw a few jigging....but no takers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2016, 03:16 PM
I had 5 anchors, 6 would have been better
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 27, 2016, 03:22 PM
Typical late season on Schroon today.  Bunch of small perch, a nice bass, and a brook trout!  Challenge getting out, once you find a spot to get on, 15" solid ice.  Glad I had my Eskimo, wind was whippin'.


I've never seen a brook trout come out of the lake!  Did he show signs of being stocked?  Maybe he jumped into the tank of lake trout at the fish farm?  I've seen some rainbows and figured that was the case with them. I suppose he could have been introduced by bucket or made it downstream on his own too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 27, 2016, 03:23 PM
We lost the shappell.....but got it back...another guy with a hub...watched it go to the river.

North vriver or south?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2016, 04:44 PM

I've never seen a brook trout come out of the lake!  Did he show signs of being stocked?  Maybe he jumped into the tank of lake trout at the fish farm?  I've seen some rainbows and figured that was the case with them. I suppose he could have been introduced by bucket or made it downstream on his own too.
Nope, not a stockie, native.  Little fella, thought he was a baby laker when we jigged him up, but when we looked closer, sure enough, native brookie.  Same spot my buddy caught a 22" brookie last year.  Caught on a perch colored Hali and a grub!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 27, 2016, 05:39 PM
I kinda did a double take on a 12" laker I caught today. Thought for a second it was a Brookie  too, but no halos around the dots. Definitely think it was just a baby laker.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 27, 2016, 07:32 PM
I can't even imagine a 22" brookie.  Half the trout guys would give their 1st born to catch one of those!  I worked the kinderhook one year and caught a of of browns, but never a brook. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iceshantyrookie on Feb 27, 2016, 09:11 PM
Fished today behind Stewart's, few followers jigging, no flags. Been a disappointment the last few trips plenty of ice tho
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Northeastangler on Feb 27, 2016, 09:27 PM
Looking to fish Schroon tomorrow and try for my first salmon or laker. Can anyone offer me a little guidance as to where I should be? Bait to use on tip ups? PM me if you want and I'm not asking for anyone's "secret spots" was just hoping for a point in the right general direction as most of my time on ice has been spent on pike so far. Thanks for any help!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 27, 2016, 09:52 PM
Nope, not a stockie, native.  Little fella, thought he was a baby laker when we jigged him up, but when we looked closer, sure enough, native brookie.  Same spot my buddy caught a 22" brookie last year.  Caught on a perch colored Hali and a grub!


NYS  brookie record is 22"...

http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7935.html


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: oletimer on Feb 28, 2016, 04:21 AM
North vriver or south?
Northern end....have to thank the gentleman for helping us catch it....he lost his...the ice is bad on the north end....we had it tied to the auger.... :o plus two anchors....never saw a weather report saying that much wind for yesterday. Then the shoreline giving out on us so wet feet....was an epic fail....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2016, 05:35 AM

NYS  brookie record is 22"...

http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7935.html
Records go by weight, there are 22 inchers, then there are 22 INCHERS.   The NYS record is over 6 lbs, the one my buddy Phil caught might have been half that.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 28, 2016, 01:13 PM
Come on folks .
We were kind enough to throw an atv ramp to get onto the ice at eagle point today .
As the day went on knew it was going to be a wet exit off .
To throw a state property picnic table into the lake , AFTER getting wet for your buddies to walk off then leave it in the water is BS .
Gives us reason to lose access rights, use your darn heads folks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikenforcer on Feb 28, 2016, 01:41 PM
Northern end....have to thank the gentleman for helping us catch it....he lost his...the ice is bad on the north end....we had it tied to the auger.... :o plus two anchors....never saw a weather report saying that much wind for yesterday. Then the shoreline giving out on us so wet feet....was an epic fail....

Yeah, that was me. You're absolutely welcome Oletimer. I didn't want to see that happen to someone else. Luckily it stopped long enough so I could grab it or it would have suffered the same fate. It was pretty crappy to watch my pop up shanty take total lift off, roll all the way to the end, and then end up in the Schroon river. I was more sad to have lost my dad's ice scooper than the shanty which just happened to be hooked inside. Never saw stakes rip out of the ice before. Guess I should have screwed them all in. Hard lesson to learn. My buddy said I should start a " Go Fund Me" page. LOL. At least I was able to catch one 20" laker before the true Epic Fail occurred.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: HudsonRiverRat on Feb 28, 2016, 02:04 PM
Is the derby still on?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 28, 2016, 02:41 PM
Also interested if derby is on??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 28, 2016, 02:50 PM
We had 10" ice off eagle point . , ice is there , shore is fading fast with the sun .
It ought to be interesting reading next weekends reports .
If fishing be prepared, planks of 8'+ , extra boots , socks and pants .
Don't panic and don't chew what access there is up with a wheeler. There is absolutely no need for one on the lake with easy walking conditions.
Good luck and safe travels
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Feb 28, 2016, 03:51 PM
Weather looks great for the tourney. Cold two days before, then mild and clear
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 28, 2016, 04:29 PM
Weather was fantastic the last 3 days . 5 deg got us on the ice but once the sun hit the already shot shore it was toast .
One needs a 10' plank to access most shoreline.
Watched people come and go and the atv circus was hilarious
As they drove up , down and all around before leaving.

The tournament next weekend will be interesting ..
Everyone should bring plenty dry clothes and extra boots, waders would be a plus
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 28, 2016, 05:20 PM
I was given a canoe last year. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 28, 2016, 05:49 PM
My only plea is please don't trash the state access. Don't leave garbage in the lot or rip apart public picnic tables and such . Makes it look bad for everyone that uses but respects the privilege. It's easy for the state to just lock the gate . They ( dec) are watching 😉
The lake has been kind to me this season and hope it will next too
Be prepared for the conditions , have fun and leave no trace .
Peace & Tuna
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 28, 2016, 08:14 PM
One should always do that.  I always figure my behavior represents all others in whatever I'm doing.I can make an awful lot of people I don't know look bad if I'm not careful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 28, 2016, 08:34 PM
Good Weather and Good Fishing on Schroon today
We had 9 lakers from 15-24 inches
4 on tip ups and 5 on the jigs
All in 40-60 feet of water
The small bait and small jigs were the ticket today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2016, 09:18 PM
Good Weather and Good Fishing on Schroon today
We had 9 lakers from 15-24 inches
4 on tip ups and 5 on the jigs
All in 40-60 feet of water
The small bait and small jigs were the ticket today

Good job!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adipose hunter on Feb 29, 2016, 08:54 AM
22" 20" 19" lakers. 20perch 8-10" and 150 dink perch between 3 of us. I'll take it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 29, 2016, 09:16 AM
What's the water gap like at the north launch?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 29, 2016, 09:49 AM
got another nice one yesterday 23" fatty

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/FullSizeRender.jpg_thumb_zpsihc3apuc.png) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/FullSizeRender.jpg_thumb_zpsihc3apuc.png.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 29, 2016, 09:50 AM
bad edges

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/Mobile%20Uploads/20160228_175229_zpsojiayjpk.jpg) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160228_175229_zpsojiayjpk.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Feb 29, 2016, 10:38 AM
You guys know your stuff! Was wondering if someone could talk about rigging. Everything I have is for small stuff generally. I guess I need to know what to use for a main line and what to use for a tippet? Or do you guys go right off your main line to your offering and skip a tippet? (For Lakers)

Thanks in advance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 29, 2016, 10:42 AM
i use 10lb braid with a 20-30' leader of 5lb floro
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Feb 29, 2016, 10:50 AM
Thanks SJORD!

Quick question - I am on ebay and see some of the braided stuff suggests it is tip up backing

1. Is there a difference? Or is that fine for a spinning reel?
2. Is there a brand you prefer/recommend?
3. Does color matter much?

Thanks again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Feb 29, 2016, 11:05 AM
i use blue power pro, you have to put mono backing on it so it doesnt slip... idk if its the best but its what i use, im sure youll get lots of different answers about other options too
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 29, 2016, 11:34 AM
This is the setup I have on my Heritage tipups.  One full roll of 30lb braided tipup line, to a barrel swivel.  Then 6ft of 8lb Maxima brown mono to a tiny barrel swivel, then 18inches of 6lb fluorocarbon to a sz 14 treble hook.  I place one splitshot sinker above the tiny barrel swivel, and another one 6" above the hook.  That gets hunts down quicker, and the smaller sinker above the hook seems to prevent lively hunts from tangling your tippet, as does the double swivel.  That system serves me well with lakers and salmon, and if I'm fishing toothy critters I increase the tippet poundage.  The brown Maxima is something I learned from Fran Betters, who hand tied all his fly fishing leaders with Maxima brown, saying it disappeared in the tea colored waters of the Adirondacks. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Feb 29, 2016, 11:49 AM
Good stuff guys thanks! Writing it all down - OK, what are hunts?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 29, 2016, 11:56 AM
They are a small to medium size minnow that look like a smelt,  and they are very lively, which sometimes can tangle you line.  I get mine at Crossroads in Brant Lake, Exit 25 on the Northway.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adipose hunter on Feb 29, 2016, 12:21 PM
Very lively is an understatement. Had 1 hunt yesterday I caught 3 9-10" perch on 7flags. That thing had like 10 scales left on its body, looking real haggard but still kept going
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Feb 29, 2016, 12:29 PM
Never herd of the dam things - I'm 175 miles away it seams like a world away! Now I get to dream about this for the next ten months! But that will give me lots of time to show up prepared and ready and set some stuff up JUST FOR the LG region. Thanks again guys
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2016, 12:15 PM
This guy has a problem, shanty broke loose with the wind and ended up in that problem open water area in the Narrows

(http://i68.tinypic.com/34h8dx1.jpg)

Half submerged
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2016, 12:19 PM
All too common a scene on Schroon right now

(http://i64.tinypic.com/2h3vhuf.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Mar 01, 2016, 12:19 PM
Should freeze in place tonight!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 01, 2016, 04:43 PM
Wow , the narrows looks way worse then 3 days ago.
Like I said , the reports from the tournament ought to be interesting.
I'd be surprised if it's not cancelled.
Honestly I don't think even with the low temperatures, it will lock the shoreline up enough, especially with all the traffic.
Good luck folks , stay safe and the fat lady is about to sing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 01, 2016, 05:18 PM
Anybody know the  condition of Hayes rd access to lake shoreline??? Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Mar 01, 2016, 05:20 PM
Talked to a woman at the Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club today, and she indicated that they are going forward with the derby. She also indicated that there is plenty of ice, although the shorelines are a little open, but people are finding their way on the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 01, 2016, 05:56 PM
Thanks for Derby update.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 01, 2016, 06:05 PM
That's cool that the show must go on . I have seen a few up there over the years  :)
Yes there is enough ice to fish it's just going to be tough for some .
Good luck folks .
My last days of ice season are hopefully 3-12 & 13 . It's been shortened but a good season.
Time to get the boat prepared for the Great Lakes and Hudson stripers after then
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2016, 04:10 AM
Oh, yea..

Its raining in Schenectady.  Waders for the tourney!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2016, 05:31 AM
No snow here, little sleet, then rain, then below zero next couple nights, crazy non-winter continues, for now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Mar 02, 2016, 08:56 AM
Thanks for the update.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 02, 2016, 09:10 AM
Anybody on ice yesterday or today?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Mar 02, 2016, 12:20 PM
 any word on paradox heading up in a few days just cant force myself to put my gear away yet.mite have to leave the wheelers and pack some planks instead lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2016, 01:39 PM
any word on paradox heading up in a few days just cant force myself to put my gear away yet.mite have to leave the wheelers and pack some planks instead lol

I was told by a credible source that it was shot last weekend in regards to the edges....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Mar 02, 2016, 04:12 PM
looking for any public access for Schroon lake and possibly southside of narrows for safe ice thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Mar 03, 2016, 12:59 PM
 thanks for the info might have to try putnam pond or pyramid as long as yall dont get a bunch of rain next week with all this crazy weather
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Mar 03, 2016, 03:19 PM
looking for any public access for Schroon lake and possibly southside of narrows for safe ice thanks
Fowler, dock st, narrows restaurant
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Mar 03, 2016, 04:15 PM
Fowler, dock st, narrows restaurant

thanks do you know ice conditions by fowler
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Mar 03, 2016, 04:33 PM
thanks do you know ice conditions by fowler

I dont. Havent been out in a week or two. Drove by earlier, people were on the north end. Edges looked open at eagle
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 03, 2016, 05:38 PM
any word on paradox heading up in a few days just cant force myself to put my gear away yet.mite have to leave the wheelers and pack some planks instead lol

12 1/2" today.  Alot of shoreline open but still access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2016, 09:45 AM
Most edges have buttoned up nicely on Schroon, someone fishing out from boat launch measured 16" ice.  Derby is on for this weekend. Good luck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Mar 04, 2016, 10:01 AM
Thanks for the Update!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Mar 06, 2016, 09:10 AM
Does it look like there will be ice next weekend, our group is going up late this year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Mar 06, 2016, 09:28 AM
check the forecast. if the ice is still safe you will likely need a boat to get to it but with the spring weather coming I wouldn't be surprised if the main sheet is honeycombed by next weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wiredstone on Mar 06, 2016, 04:15 PM
Wondering how everyone made out today. I know yesterday was very slow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 06, 2016, 05:04 PM
I'm interested also.  I was stuck working in the basement all day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Northeastangler on Mar 06, 2016, 07:19 PM
Fished the narrows yesterday and today. Managed one 22" laker yesterday and one 23" laker today, slow two days though for me(http://a65.tinypic.com/fp9jqt.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 06, 2016, 07:36 PM
I had steady action both days a lot of fish from 14-24inches
The jigging action was much better than the tip ups
We ended up catching 24 lakers in two days and only 3 of em on tip ups
It was def a real good season for me , to bad all good things gotta end and with this weeks forecast I'm sure it's days away from being over. Looking forward to next season it's time to put the ice gear away and start working on the boat and get ready for spring
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2016, 08:15 PM
I've got lots of updates and pics on the Reporting Live Thread.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 06, 2016, 09:40 PM
Sat 6 Lakers 18-23" and one 35" 11.65lb pike. Pike was 60ft of water 8lb flouro couldnt believe pike so deep!!!! Sunday slow!!! One 18" laker . great weather both days.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wiredstone on Mar 07, 2016, 03:45 AM
Good job you guys.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 19, 2016, 08:28 AM
2 weeks after the fishing derby south end of Schroon mostly open, north basin should go this week.  Amazing how fast it can go, especially this year.  Time for Steelies!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 19, 2016, 06:38 PM
Steelies are almost done too. Hatchery is taking eggs and suckers have started running in tribs.
Time to get the boat out on the Great Lake and hit those Browns before they disappear and the stripers show up.
Did some scouting in my local creek which is a good trib of the mighty muddy Hudson . Some reports said herring are around , I found nadda but the smallies were active which means it's getting close .

Good luck out there and thanks for all the reports you have given.
To me , this has been a GREAT ice season, much BETTER then the last 2
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 20, 2016, 01:50 PM
I saw a boat floating down the lake this morning.... upside down.  I hope whomever lost it finds it on shore. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 20, 2016, 02:28 PM
I saw a boat floating down the lake this morning.... upside down.  I hope whomever lost it finds it on shore.

Or that there wasn't anyone in it sometime this morning   :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 20, 2016, 03:19 PM
I didn't think of that.  I hope that's not the case.  It wouldn't take more than a couple minutes in the lake to make it your last swim at this time of the year.  I figured with the high water, somebody didn't pull their boat up far enough this fall.  It looked like the standard rowboat so it should have been hard to flip.

On a slightly happier note, I scored about half the firewood I'll need for next winter today. Fo Free!   Half hard maple and half what the guy said was coffee tree.  It's light like pine so I don't have any hopes for high btu, but it'll burn and heat the cabin! It's been sitting cut, split and stacked for years and is nice and dry. 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 20, 2016, 04:02 PM
I didn't think of that.  I hope that's not the case.  It wouldn't take more than a couple minutes in the lake to make it your last swim at this time of the year.  I figured with the high water, somebody didn't pull their boat up far enough this fall.  It looked like the standard rowboat so it should have been hard to flip.

On a slightly happier note, I scored about half the firewood I'll need for next winter today. Fo Free!   Half hard maple and half what the guy said was coffee tree.  It's light like pine so I don't have any hopes for high btu, but it'll burn and heat the cabin! It's been sitting cut, split and stacked for years and is nice and dry.

Free wood always feels warmer!  ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 20, 2016, 05:37 PM
It could be cotton wood ( aspen ) . If so , it's not even worth the effort . I had a bunch , yes it smells like coffee when burned but retains moisture with very little btu.
Good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 20, 2016, 07:22 PM
It could be cotton wood ( aspen ) . If so , it's not even worth the effort . I had a bunch , yes it smells like coffee when burned but retains moisture with very little btu.
Good luck
I use wood almost entirely to heat with, and I'll use "lesser btu" wood in spring or fall when all you need is a quick fire to take the chill out, and save my quality wood for winter.  Nothing like wood, warms to the bones!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 20, 2016, 08:09 PM
We heat my sons 1800's 2 story house entirely with wood. I would cut and split ( with a maul ) about 20 full cords a year from a quarry I work in . Always went straight for red oak and hickory , left the gnarly maple alone because I split by hand . Finally I made him buy a log splitter and will now take maple.
That said we have been burning on a 2 & 1/2 years reserve.
My man cave has an old cook stove that heats the 16x60' space pretty well . I cut some cotton wood 2 years ago and it still retains moisture but is light as a feather . Been trying to use is up this winter , which was mild just to get rid of it . My neighbor has 2 giant red oaks that he says must go so I'm psyched to get them down Easter Sunday :)

Some wood , even free is just not worth the effort to me .
Make sure you clean your chimney / pipe often when using aspen as it will create creasol quickly
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 20, 2016, 08:39 PM
Man, I wish I could get Hickory up here, both for my wood stove and my smoker!  Last summer a logger I know was cutting somewhere east of Saratoga and he brought me a pickup load of hickory for the smoker, I traded him some smoked ribs, he liked that deal!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 20, 2016, 08:42 PM
Its definitely not a cottonwood...  The tree still stands, or at less the secndary trunks do.  Its an ornamental.  There is a Kentucky coffee tree, but I'm not familiar with it.  I used to heat with wood when my alternative was oil, but weened myself off once I switched to natural gas.  I was 3 years ahead.  I'm down to around a cord and a half in back. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 20, 2016, 08:44 PM
I heard there was a lot of hickory on the lg side of granite mountain, but never saw it up there. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 21, 2016, 07:32 PM
Man, I wish I could get Hickory up here, both for my wood stove and my smoker!  Last summer a logger I know was cutting somewhere east of Saratoga and he brought me a pickup load of hickory for the smoker, I traded him some smoked ribs, he liked that deal!

Could have been from our quarry , we couldn't cut ahead fast enough to keep up with the blasting so a few loggers were hired the last 2 years to clear cut.
Our quarry encompass is a 10 mile radius and we blast 180' deep
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Oct 01, 2016, 12:00 PM
I was up in the village last week and they have a bait shop again!   It's been years since I saw one up there!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Oct 02, 2016, 08:07 PM
I was up in the village last week and they have a bait shop again!   It's been years since I saw one up there!

they had it open 2015 ice tournament but not this past season dk why
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Oct 09, 2016, 05:41 AM
I was working in schroon lake last week Monday and tues shop was open but looked quiet for now....was killing me we were working rite on the lake.the lake was lime glass not even a ripple saw quite a few fish near the suface....I think they were laughing at me jokes on them ice is comin soon lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Dec 08, 2016, 08:45 AM
Has anybody seen any skim ice on the ponds yet up there?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Dec 08, 2016, 09:40 AM
There is a skim coat on the small ponds in the area. Is anyone familiar with big Pond? It is just west of Schroon village. Anyone ever fish there? Is ice fishing allowed?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 08, 2016, 11:25 AM
Nice hike in, lots of flags, mostly smallish pike, at least that's been my experience.  Many of the ponds that I've seen while hunting are iced over.  With the cold coming wouldn't be surprised if they are fishable in a week to 10 days.  Special regs. for ice fishing Essex County  http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/32342.html
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Dec 08, 2016, 06:18 PM
If I'm reading the special regs for Big Pond correctly, bait fish are not allowed? What would you suggest as tip up bait for pike if you can not use bait fish? I have only used shiners and suckers for pike with tip ups.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ketchan Raleese on Dec 17, 2016, 07:54 PM
I would leave the tip-ups at home and jig. The less stuff I carry this early, the better anyway!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 19, 2016, 05:53 PM
It's trying
North basin
(http://i66.tinypic.com/mahxet.jpg)
South basin off Adirondack
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RPudney on Dec 19, 2016, 07:49 PM
Thanks for the update Tony, hope you've had a great year & look forward to seeing you on the ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 19, 2016, 08:12 PM
Thanks Ross, hopefully soon!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Dec 19, 2016, 09:07 PM
Hi Tony, Ross! Hope you guys are all well! Another season of fun awaits! Look forward to catching up!!
Merry Christmas Guys! :-)

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 20, 2016, 04:53 AM
Same to you Mike, looking good this morning, -9 below and calm, yesterdays skim should have buttoned up.  Soon as Schroon is safe maybe we can get Ross to supply the venison for another on ice feast!!!    :) :) :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RPudney on Dec 20, 2016, 06:19 AM
Soon as you guys are ready to fish I'm ready to make the venison loin steak sandwiches!  Hope you and your families have a great Christmas!!!!
Ross
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Dec 20, 2016, 08:46 AM
Thanks for the report
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Dec 20, 2016, 11:29 AM
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Dec 20, 2016, 02:29 PM
Won't be long!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 23, 2016, 09:35 AM
Pre Christmas report, Schroon is still sketchy,  not enough cold nights lately.  South basin, open, Narrows open, mile north of Narrows, mostly open to Witherbys. North basin mostly frozen, open hole behind DeCesares, in front of Kellys Funeral Home.  Inch, maybe 2 rest of North Basin.  With a couple cold nights we could be fishing off Fowler.  I'm thinking after the first of the year.  Eagle Lake is fishable, 4-5" last I heard.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Dec 23, 2016, 09:18 PM
Thanks SchrnLker. You give us good info every winter. :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 26, 2016, 07:33 PM
Well I guess it's go time!  Off town launch.
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12-26-16
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: dcor3691 on Jan 02, 2017, 05:12 PM
Any update on ice thicknesses on Schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 02, 2017, 05:24 PM
I've been told 4-5" off north end.   Snowplowing and holidays have kept me off the ice, so far.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 02, 2017, 05:30 PM
South end is everything from open water to 9+".
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 02, 2017, 05:31 PM
North end should be good after this weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishbone on Jan 02, 2017, 05:41 PM
hey i luv the sign----in that pic---right at the ice it says funeral home
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 02, 2017, 05:50 PM
 Schroon north end off fowler is fine was out Sunday 1-1-2017
Ice was a solid 5 I even had my quad out and there were several snow mobiles out as well
As for the fishing the 4 of us had 11 Lakers  5 on tip ups and 6 on the jig from 16-22inches  all caught in 35-65 feet of water, great start to the season  :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 02, 2017, 05:57 PM
That's a pretty huge swing from when I was there Thursday and Friday.  You wouldn't have caught me anywhere on that slush Friday.  Glad people got out and stayed on top
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 04, 2017, 05:11 PM
Great report mikey, looking to get out this weekend.   Good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 04, 2017, 08:37 PM
Guys have been fishing all over the north end, all the way to the island. Some snowmobiles have been out there as well.  Lot's of rain last night that knocked down the snow.  Water and slush should lock up by the weekend.  Also Narrows froze last couple days with no snow on it.  IF the wind tonight doesn't break it up Narrows might be fishable this weekend as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 04, 2017, 08:45 PM
Thanks for the update tony, chances are we'll be on foot if it's nice smooth ice.  Hopefully I have some good news to report back for fish and ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 05, 2017, 10:43 AM
Ill be out there on saturday with  bornoutside and our crew of guys. Well report back in, Ill probably have a more interesting report though due to the fact that ill catch more fish then he will.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKBUCKSHOT on Jan 05, 2017, 11:12 AM
The next four days will be great for making ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 05, 2017, 01:37 PM
awesome news. i'll be out there this weekend, too.  this weekend's temps are just what we needed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 05, 2017, 02:10 PM
Ill be out there on saturday with  bornoutside and our crew of guys. Well report back in, Ill probably have a more interesting report though due to the fact that ill catch more fish then he will.

 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 05, 2017, 02:46 PM
I'll be on schroon sat and Brant on Sunday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2017, 03:06 PM
Go get 'em boys!  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 05, 2017, 07:54 PM
I was asked how much snow was on the ground today.  I had no idea since the high temps and rain.  It was like 9" last weekend.  Is any left?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Jan 05, 2017, 09:07 PM
was up that way earlier today didnt look like snow looked like solid ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 06, 2017, 05:29 AM
I was asked how much snow was on the ground today.  I had no idea since the high temps and rain.  It was like 9" last weekend.  Is any left?

Not much, mostly hard, frozen packed snow, and patches of glare ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 06, 2017, 08:00 AM
Hey all, I'm planning a solo trip up sometime next week, 2 days, sometime between monday & thurs (waiting to see the weather develop).  Is the lake very busy on weekdays? I'm mostly interested in jigging lakers, and was eying a few spots on narrows and north end, has the narrows frozen yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: krazykid on Jan 06, 2017, 09:56 AM
ill be doing my beginners luck dance tonight and hope to hear my drag screaming this time tomorrow!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 06, 2017, 10:15 AM
If there isn't any wind you might see a lot of close-up in the next 3 days. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 07, 2017, 02:04 PM
Doubt it was any of you guys, but had a snowmobiler put his sled through today. He's ok. Sled is on bottom. Let's use our brains folks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2017, 03:04 PM
Doubt it was any of you guys, but had a snowmobiler put his sled through today. He's ok. Sled is on bottom. Let's use our brains folks.
Where did that happen?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 07, 2017, 03:11 PM
This morning I drove up east shore dr and the ice extended up to just below Adirondack. 

Maybe it'll close up tonight?  It's going to be cold!


Went to Brant today and the 3 of us kept 43 perch.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 07, 2017, 03:15 PM
This morning I drove up east shore dr and the ice extended up to just below Adirondack. 

Maybe it'll close up tonight?  It's going to be cold!


Went to Brant today and the 3 of us kept 43 perch.

What is the Adirondack, Adirondack Inn?  I was under the impression that the north end is good, is that not the case?  Sorry for all the questions, just trying to understand where ice has been, and hasn't, in case it all has a dusting on in when i go.  Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 07, 2017, 03:18 PM
Where did that happen?

Near the paradox brewery
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2017, 03:31 PM
You can only shake your head, that was mostly open water yesterday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 07, 2017, 04:16 PM
We were out today and saw a few sleds. Sad to hear that happened. It's a rough 5-7 inches north end. Wait another week or two before using your machines, in my opinion. There's hardly any snow and the ice thickness was all over the place.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 07, 2017, 04:30 PM
Ill be out there on saturday with  bornoutside and our crew of guys. Well report back in, Ill probably have a more interesting report though due to the fact that ill catch more fish then he will.

With some well placed jigs I was able to ice 8 lakers coming out of fowler road today, sorry to say that step2jimi was only able to match up with 7 of them  ;D.    5 keepers out of 8 made for a great first day of laker fishing for the year.    Had chasers right up till about 3 o'clock then it all died off fast and the lakers changed over to perch.

At least the guy made it out safe, I was surprised how many sled tracks I saw froze in the top slush  ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 07, 2017, 08:37 PM
What is the Adirondack, Adirondack Inn?  I was under the impression that the north end is good, is that not the case?  Sorry for all the questions, just trying to understand where ice has been, and hasn't, in case it all has a dusting on in when i go.  Thanks

Adirondack is a town midway on the lake.  It has a deep hole in front of it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 07, 2017, 08:56 PM
Thanks limestone! I was throughly confused!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 08, 2017, 06:33 AM
Locked up in front of the town beach at Adirondack!   Is it locked up down to the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 08, 2017, 08:20 AM
Not sure what the wind did but last nite it had skim ice to just south of eagle point
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 08, 2017, 12:27 PM
Unfortunately we watched the 2 sleds fly by us headed south and then watchef one of them disappear in front of eagle point while the front sled just kept going... sounds like there is a red skidoo in the bottom now was patchy open water yesterday there but no ice fishing gear on sleds. Did manage 6 lakers and the gf got 3 was a slow go fish were sluggish all day
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 08, 2017, 01:29 PM
Not sure what the wind did but last nite it had skim ice to just south of eagle point
Still is and around 2 inches of ice on the opposing side. Not sure about the narrows though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2017, 01:40 PM
Unfortunately we watched the 2 sleds fly by us headed south and then watchef one of them disappear in front of eagle point while the front sled just kept going... sounds like there is a red skidoo in the bottom now was patchy open water yesterday there but no ice fishing gear on sleds. Did manage 6 lakers and the gf got 3 was a slow go fish were sluggish all day

Tony, how much ice did you have at the Narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Shakey Jake on Jan 08, 2017, 07:02 PM
What's the access point for the North end? Marina Road? Usually go in from Eagle POint, but seems too early for that.

Thanks.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2017, 07:05 PM
Tony, how much ice did you have at the Narrows?

PM received, thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 08, 2017, 07:07 PM
Nice meeting and fishing with you Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 09, 2017, 09:47 AM
Hitting the South end tomorrow. Anybody else fishing tomorrow?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 09, 2017, 10:10 AM
Same time next week and I'm in  ;D  ;D.   One more busy work week until some freedom.   I always fish north end, I'm ready to try out the other side.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2017, 10:15 AM
Just be real careful on the south basin, most of that was open water Thurs-Fri.   That being said, areas that had an inch of ice Sat had 3" Sunday, so lake is making crazy ice right now.  13 below last night.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: foulhooked on Jan 09, 2017, 10:38 AM
Hitting the South end tomorrow. Anybody else fishing tomorrow?

might take a shot if I can get work squared away enough today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 09, 2017, 10:40 AM
Hitting the South end tomorrow. Anybody else fishing tomorrow?

Cough cough....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneidaFox on Jan 09, 2017, 01:25 PM
Went fishing from a boat for the first time on this lake back in  September. Usually I only ice fish it. I was hammering perch on the north end. Have not been up there on ice. Does that area usually stay pretty open due to the tributary?  Or does the ice get thick enough to go out on?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2017, 02:00 PM
Over the years when people have died on Schroon in the winter it has been by the inlet where the Schroon River comes into the lake.  Many years ago I was fishing there, about 200yds east of the inlet, with a guide friend of mine, and his family.  I was giving rides on the snowmobile to the kids all morning.  At lunchtime we were in the shanty, and we looked out and saw a large dark area, the size of a kitchen table. It was a spot of open water that just appeared.  We had over 20" ice everywhere else. We got the heck out of there.  Apparently the current spreads out and wore out sections of the ice from underneath.  Up there Keplers Bay, Steep Bay, Talchito Point, Lockwood Bay are all fine.  Beware the inlet area.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 09, 2017, 02:11 PM
we looked out and saw a large dark area, the size of a kitchen table. It was a spot of open water that just appeared.  We had over 20" ice everywhere else. We got the heck out of there.  Apparently the current spreads out and wore out sections of the ice from underneath.

Current can do those crazy things.  Thats why the narrows and south end of the lake take longer to freeze I think.

We had something like that happen on LG too, fishing an area one day, go there the next day, there is a huge open hole right where we had been fishing with loons swimming around.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2017, 02:18 PM
Scary thing was my snowmobile tracks went right across where it later opened up.  We pulled our tipups by snowmachine one after another, not walking on the ice at all.  Lesson learned.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneidaFox on Jan 09, 2017, 02:21 PM
Thanks for the heads up.  I'll keep my distance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 09, 2017, 03:00 PM
Current can do those crazy things.  Thats why the narrows and south end of the lake take longer to freeze I think.

We had something like that happen on LG too, fishing an area one day, go there the next day, there is a huge open hole right where we had been fishing with loons swimming around.


Frickin loons and their ice picks...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Jan 09, 2017, 06:58 PM
We are hoping to access from dock st and walk out near the island tomorrow. Has anyone been out there? Is the ice safe out over that deep water?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 09, 2017, 07:38 PM
 Born, that might be a possibility. I'll let you know.

Thanks schrnlkr.

Low, it's sounds like you may be coming down with something.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2017, 07:48 PM
We are hoping to access from dock st and walk out near the island tomorrow. Has anyone been out there? Is the ice safe out over that deep water?

Plenty ice out there, guys all over that area this weekend, and much earlier.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Jan 09, 2017, 08:06 PM
Great. Thanks for the response. Wecwill be out there tomorrow. Hoping to get into some Lakers!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 10, 2017, 10:33 AM
we fished the island on saturday and did pretty decent. had a good six guys out there i got 7 my buddy got 8 another guy got 7 or so. All jigging except 1. Just wish the size class ran as big as lake george.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 10, 2017, 12:42 PM
I have been on Schroon and Paradox a few times on the boat, but never on the ice. Any recommendations for a newbie to ice fishing trout?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Jan 10, 2017, 12:49 PM
if your using tip ups get ya some smelt first off
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 10, 2017, 04:10 PM
Current can do those crazy things.  Thats why the narrows and south end of the lake take longer to freeze I think.

We had something like that happen on LG too, fishing an area one day, go there the next day, there is a huge open hole right where we had been fishing with loons swimming around.



Which we drove within 100 yards of that morning before the sun came up in 10' of visibility fog on the quad.   :blink:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 10, 2017, 04:17 PM
Thinking of hitting Schroon for the first time tomorrow any tips? Mainly gonna target perch and pike
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 10, 2017, 05:50 PM
Got the sled registered in NY today, planning on hitting schroon tomorrow. Anyone want to share their general confidence level on running south from dock st toward the southern end of the island on a snowmobile?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 10, 2017, 05:55 PM
Wheelers all over north basin on Sat.  Personally I wouldn't have a problem going there with my sled, just not anywhere near the Narrows, yet.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 10, 2017, 06:07 PM
Wheelers all over north basin on Sat.  Personally I wouldn't have a problem going there with my sled, just not anywhere near the Narrows, yet.

Thanks, I'd plan to stay north / west of the island, but want to start mid-lake. Jigging c&r only.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 10, 2017, 07:39 PM
Went out off of the beach, on the Adirondack side. There is a large pressure ridge forming North of the beach heading West or south west from the east shore and then heading south or South West (not really sure) just West of mid lake. It was well visible from quite a distance away.  Use caution South of the narrows especially in that area. Had anywhere from 4- 4 1/2 in spots - 5 1/2 inches of ice. Sounded like star wars with a lightsaber battle when she was making ice. Met another shanty member out there. I have to send thanks for the beer and the bakery goods to spoondangler. You have one hell of a pastry chef!  I'll take 12 croissants next time you're up this way. Tell her I'll pay double. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 11, 2017, 05:17 AM
That's some nice ice formation off Adirondack!  It was open Saturday morning!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 11, 2017, 07:29 AM
hey guys, anyone ever fish Big Pond off Hoffman road? I have fished a lot of surrounding ponds, but never Big Pond
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Jan 11, 2017, 01:16 PM
I was also looking at Big Pond. Unheard there are some pike in there. The only problem is no bait fish allowed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JiggnWithIt on Jan 11, 2017, 02:23 PM
hey guys, anyone ever fish Big Pond off Hoffman road? I have fished a lot of surrounding ponds, but never Big Pond

Yes fished it a few times Pike are in there never got any great size. No bait fish allowed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ChefMcG on Jan 11, 2017, 04:50 PM
Any report on the ice from Eagle Point ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 11, 2017, 05:15 PM
Any report on the ice from Eagle Point ?

Very sketchy. Just south of the campground there is a patch of open water. Slushy, black ice looking like the ice at spring ice out. There were a group of fishermen just south of the Mill Brook. I would not trust it at all. Warm weather reversed everything the cold snap brought. If we get the predicted rain Thursday I wouldn't be surprised to see the whole basin open.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 11, 2017, 08:05 PM
Took a ride around schroon today checking where the access spots are and there were a handful of people out. Eagle point is not safe today it was a bunch of open water by the parking area
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wahlers07 on Jan 12, 2017, 02:30 AM
Hopefully it tightens back up by the weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 12, 2017, 07:01 AM
The weekend looks cold.   Not much luck before that.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 12, 2017, 10:33 AM
Got my first lakers through the ice. Fished the north end all day, went a half mile south of the island, ended up with 5, but missed a lot of hits too, like they were just grabbing the tail of the swim shads I was using. Ice was 8-10" everwhere i drilled. Awesome place great day, thanks again to everyone who offered up suggestions!

(http://i.imgur.com/f73fbI8l.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/TxI0RP7l.jpg])
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 12, 2017, 10:58 AM
Got my first lakers through the ice. Fished the north end all day, went a half mile south of the island, ended up with 5, but missed a lot of hits too, like they were just grabbing the tail of the swim shads I was using. Ice was 8-10" everwhere i drilled. Awesome place great day, thanks again to everyone who offered up suggestions!

(http://i.imgur.com/f73fbI8l.jpg)


Good looking Laker!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 12, 2017, 11:11 AM
Got my first lakers through the ice. Fished the north end all day, went a half mile south of the island, ended up with 5, but missed a lot of hits too, like they were just grabbing the tail of the swim shads I was using. Ice was 8-10" everwhere i drilled. Awesome place great day, thanks again to everyone who offered up suggestions!


dude, you did it!!!!!   Awesome fish too!!  Congrats!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 12, 2017, 11:34 AM
 Nice Fish, I hope to get there this weekend sat. or sun. what day did you fish?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 12, 2017, 12:09 PM
Congrats man! That's a good sized laker for Schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 12, 2017, 12:11 PM
Great fish, congrats!!

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 12, 2017, 12:47 PM
dude, you did it!!!!!   Awesome fish too!!  Congrats!

X2 nice work...effort well rewarded.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 12, 2017, 12:59 PM
Thanks all, it was a blast, can't wait to get back out there!
Nice Fish, I hope to get there this weekend sat. or sun. what day did you fish?

Wednesday from 8am to 2
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 12, 2017, 01:06 PM
 Thanks nice to see someone else goes up there from MA
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 12, 2017, 02:30 PM
I know baitfish is prohibited, anyone know the reason why? not a trout pond or anything. I would just jig up bait to use...you said nothing huge, what size where u getting roughly?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 12, 2017, 02:34 PM
what about bumbo pond????
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Jan 12, 2017, 02:47 PM
was looking at the DEC website for big pond didnt see anything about no baitfish allowed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 12, 2017, 04:46 PM
Got out Tuesday out of Adirondack with Fishyfishes and found a good 4.5 to 5.5 inches of nice clear ice.  He got a steady pick of trout that day while I refused to downsize bait and had only lookers for most of the day.  Did manage one at the end of the day with Fishy's lure selection help (downsize!).  Glad to provide the pastries, think my wife gets sick of hearing how much spot tail shiners like them in bait traps!

Next day went out of Adirondack again figuring since there was a little snow overnight, I'd like to know what ice looked like the day before, and it was new black ice.  The morning was good - great with 5 fish and one lost at the hole.  Around 1 I walked over to the only other party out there and they we doing well on the lakers with flags.  Unfortunately, when i returned to jigging, it was a different story.  next 3 + hours to dark I barely marked a fish despite moving and trying other baits.

Great trip and nice meeting/fishing with some people from here when I expected two days solo.

I posted a video of one catch here...


Fishy i can throw that video up of your catch too if you want, let me know.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Shakey Jake on Jan 12, 2017, 05:42 PM
Nice video!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Jan 12, 2017, 05:44 PM
Big Pond is part of the Hoffman Notch Wilderness. No bait fish allowed on any of the ponds within that wilderness area.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JiggnWithIt on Jan 12, 2017, 06:14 PM
Thanks all, it was a blast, can't wait to get back out there!
Wednesday from 8am to 2
Hey man my buddy and I ment you in the morning we were unloading when u asked about parking. Glad to see u made out well!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 13, 2017, 06:20 AM
so just because its part of the wilderness, no bait? crazy to me. especially in a body of water with predatory fish such as pike, bass, perch. no way the shiners if released would cause harm. they would be fish food! hahahaha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 13, 2017, 07:58 AM
Hey man my buddy and I ment you in the morning we were unloading when u asked about parking. Glad to see u made out well!

Haha small world! How did you guys end up doing?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 13, 2017, 10:29 AM
This is probably a crazy question, but does anyone know of a place around Schroon Lake that rents snowmobiles or atvs?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 13, 2017, 10:44 AM
This is probably a crazy question, but does anyone know of a place around Schroon Lake that rents snowmobiles or atvs?
Not to my knowledge. Schroon is quiet in the winter (outside of the tourney).
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 13, 2017, 11:33 AM
Anyone fishing Schroon Saturday going to try north end
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thecreature on Jan 13, 2017, 11:59 AM
so just because its part of the wilderness, no bait? crazy to me. especially in a body of water with predatory fish such as pike, bass, perch. no way the shiners if released would cause harm. they would be fish food! hahahaha

I totally agree. Makes no sense to me either.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 13, 2017, 12:34 PM
Anyone fishing Schroon Saturday going to try north end

Will be there at some point, if you see a blue clam nanook with three guys standing around it come over and say hi. I reallly need to get an IS flag...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 13, 2017, 12:52 PM
I'll be on the south end.   If there's any safe ice left after this warm spell.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 13, 2017, 06:59 PM
Anyone fishing Schroon Saturday going to try north end

Will be out on the west shoreline off Grove Point, red Eskimo Shanty, come on over to visit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JJ on Jan 13, 2017, 07:09 PM
Had a nice surprise while jigging for lakers today, never know when one might show up; almost 22".

(http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w203/lgsalmon/P1131103_zpsv5tepfux.jpg)
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Post by: biggmike on Jan 13, 2017, 08:10 PM
What a great catch, can't wait to get there in the morning
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Post by: sjord89 on Jan 13, 2017, 08:27 PM
Nice one JJ
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 13, 2017, 08:29 PM
Had a nice surprise while jigging for lakers today, never know when one might show up; almost 22".

(http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w203/lgsalmon/P1131103_zpsv5tepfux.jpg)

Nice catch! Do the salmon interact on the flasher in the same way as lakers?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Bird hunter on Jan 14, 2017, 10:45 AM
Beautiful Salmon...congrats.

Can I get an ice update for north end? Heading up there tomorrow and trying to decide if I should bring the quad.
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 14, 2017, 11:33 AM
Beautiful Salmon...congrats.

Can I get an ice update for north end? Heading up there tomorrow and trying to decide if I should bring the quad.
Thanks

I was there Wednesday with my 2-up Arctic Cat, went out of dock st, fished the middle of the lake down to a half mile south of the island. Ice was 8-10" everywhere I drilled. I can't comment on what happened after the rain and warmer temps on Thursday. There was more than enough ice to feel very comfortable on a machine at the time but the glare ice would have also made for real easy walking too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Jan 14, 2017, 04:06 PM
Any safe ice by the island at word of ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 14, 2017, 08:52 PM
Nice catch! Do the salmon interact on the flasher in the same way as lakers?
I was there Wednesday with my 2-up Arctic Cat, went out of dock st, fished the middle of the lake down to a half mile south of the island. Ice was 8-10" everywhere I drilled. I can't comment on what happened after the rain and warmer temps on Thursday. There was more than enough ice to feel very comfortable on a machine at the time but the glare ice would have also made for real easy walking too.
Salmon?  Might just be me fellas, but where I come from, we call that a brown trout
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 14, 2017, 08:58 PM
Salmon?  Might just be me fellas, but where I come from, we call that a brown trout
Browns don't have a forked tail, that's a LLS
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 14, 2017, 09:00 PM
Browns don't have a forked tail, that's a LLS

Browns? You got Browns? Where dey at ??  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 14, 2017, 09:02 PM
Salmon?  Might just be me fellas, but where I come from, we call that a brown trout

Pretty sure it's a salmon. It's very silver, jaw doesn't extend beyond eye, thin tail, and forked tail.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JJ on Jan 14, 2017, 09:05 PM
I have no idea what I am catching but got a bigger one today on a tip-up.  @)

(http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w203/lgsalmon/P1141127_zpsatci0ccj.jpg)
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Post by: delawareriver on Jan 14, 2017, 09:19 PM
First one looks like a land locked, second one looks more like a brown but I'm no expert
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 14, 2017, 09:19 PM
Awesome!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Jan 14, 2017, 10:20 PM
Might be headed up to schroon this weekend with the nj ice season a bust, any other local options for lakers with safe ice? Pm me
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Lunker Luke on Jan 14, 2017, 11:26 PM
Me and a couple of buddies are looking to head to schoon next weekend and are looking for a point in the right direction to get on some lakers I'm from lake George and usually see no need to go anywhere else but with the late season last year and no ice yet this year I'm ready to find some where  els to get on some lakers and a good panfish bite wouldn't be bad either any help on a good area on the lake to fish would be great I'm in the dark here never fished their hard or soft water season thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2017, 08:10 AM
Had some fun there yesterday myself...picky fish but I got lucky and figured them out.  They would not chase at all.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 15, 2017, 08:49 AM
I found the same thing a couple qeeks ago low. Some would chase some wouldn't but the ones that wouldn't would still hit it just took a little different technique a  technique i  learned on lake george one day when they wernt chasing super aggressive like they normally do.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Jan 15, 2017, 01:54 PM
The First one looks like Salmon But the second looks like a brown they stock them in Schroon River and i have herd of them getting into lake !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2017, 02:13 PM
Adipose fin tells all when comparing browns to Land lock salmon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 15, 2017, 02:16 PM
Nice salmon Capt. JJ
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Jan 15, 2017, 02:51 PM
Nice LLS Capt. JJ they both look like LLS to me.  Was the tip -up set high? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 15, 2017, 03:24 PM
Was anybody out there yesterday that saw that plane zipping right over the ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 15, 2017, 04:18 PM
Was anybody out there yesterday that saw that plane zipping right over the ice?

Yup! Was checking my set and Thought it was pretty cool.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2017, 05:10 PM
Yup! Was checking my set and Thought it was pretty cool.

I've seen that same plane almost hit a group of guys on the ice at sacandaga and barely had room to get above the trees...so when I saw it yesterday I had quite the flashback...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 15, 2017, 05:56 PM


At the end of this video you can see it. I bet he was only 10ft over a group of guys right at the end of the video



I've seen that same plane almost hit a group of guys on the ice at sacandaga and barely had room to get above the trees...so when I saw it yesterday I had quite the flashback...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 16, 2017, 08:06 AM
So ....  was it anyone on here who went in yesterday?

We just got setup after a long walk to get across a pressure crack and heard a cry for help. By the time i flipped my shanty up and grabbed my rope he was out and walking back towards the parking lot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 16, 2017, 12:46 PM
So ....  was it anyone on here who went in yesterday?

We just got setup after a long walk to get across a pressure crack and heard a cry for help. By the time i flipped my shanty up and grabbed my rope he was out and walking back towards the parking lot.

South end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 16, 2017, 01:16 PM
I stopped in at my cabin for about 10 minutes so I could pick up some line to tie new leaders.   There were some guys south of Eagle in a shanty.   Some on the east shore too.   Maybe Blue Sky to Shaw Hill area?    I didn't pay much attention to the East Shore.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Shakey Jake on Jan 16, 2017, 04:03 PM
Pressure ridges were popping like crazy today at Eagle Point. Constant noise from the ice and then WHAM! Holy god. It was really something. lol

There is still open water at EP, but people were set up on both sides. Ice is about 5 inches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 16, 2017, 04:29 PM
Pressure ridges were popping like crazy today at Eagle Point. Constant noise from the ice and then WHAM! Holy god. It was really something. lol
I was just North of you and could hear it going crazy down there. It came though once where i was and rumbled right under me and shook like crazy. It was louder than thunder! You guys had it bad though.


I had 7" where i was. Landed quite a few Lakers, including a 25 1/2" fatty. Had some flags set for salmon, with a bunch of drops. One however, hit it so hard it back lashed. When i got there, i saw my leader broke. 🤔 Oh well... back at it again tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 16, 2017, 04:59 PM
Here's the biggest one of the day.


(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z152/ryannaylor/Screenshot_20170116-133151_crop_640x640.jpeg) (http://zttp://s194.photobucket.com/user/ryannaylor/media/Screenshot_20170116-133151_crop_640x640.jpeg.html)
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Post by: hot tuna on Jan 16, 2017, 05:13 PM
I was just North of you and could hear it going crazy down there. It came though once where i was and rumbled right under me and shook like crazy. It was louder than thunder! You guys had it bad though.


I had 7" where i was. Landed quite a few Lakers, including a 25 1/2" fatty. Had some flags set for salmon, with a bunch of drops. One however, hit it so hard it back lashed. When i got there, i saw my leader broke. 🤔 Oh well... back at it again tomorrow.

We got skunked down there. Yea there is open water,  the hill is brutal.  Keep your head up and be safe.
Musta been the good Ole GD cranking because I just heard an occasional rumble,  thought it was Micky on planet drum.
After a straight 4 weeks on hardwater,  I'm off the ice in lue of in the water with a long pole. Next stop , great Lakes trout.

Hope everyone stays on top , leave some for me later

Ps. Sorry,  BEAUTIFUL  fish !! Glad you had fun
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 16, 2017, 07:34 PM
Caught my pb this afternoon

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/IMG_2291_zpslt2cgi3m.jpg) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/IMG_2291_zpslt2cgi3m.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 16, 2017, 07:41 PM
Now that is an absolute slob out of Schroon. Nice job sjord89.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 16, 2017, 07:42 PM
That's a beauty Stevo!! Big congrats on your PB! That's what we need to see more of on Roundout! Awesome fish Bro!
 :)

MK
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Post by: jig em on Jan 16, 2017, 07:46 PM
nice fish.. south end of the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 16, 2017, 07:52 PM
Wow. That's the biggest laker ive seen out of schroon. Must be an old fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 16, 2017, 08:09 PM
Wow. Any length /weight on that?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 16, 2017, 08:24 PM
Thanks guys. It measured 30", didn't get to weigh it but it felt like 10-12lbs
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Post by: bigfish1212 on Jan 16, 2017, 08:57 PM
Hell of a fish especially for schroon congrats
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Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 16, 2017, 09:14 PM
Beauty sjord89!!!
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Post by: Evil Tom on Jan 16, 2017, 09:32 PM
Nice fish.Congrats.Just save some for me be up there Wednesday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 04:58 AM
Thanks guys. It measured 30", didn't get to weigh it but it felt like 10-12lbs

Very nice...tough day laker fishing when the ice goes up and down a couple feet....had some neat ridges to go over that did not exist in the morning...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 17, 2017, 07:02 AM
Nice fish and congrats on your PB jord.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Jan 17, 2017, 07:16 AM
Nice laker. hope it has a lot of brothers and sisters..LOL
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Jan 17, 2017, 07:33 AM
I've fished multiple laker lakes at home and one or two in ny but never schroon. Any tips? Depths? Lures? North basin or south basin? Access points?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 17, 2017, 07:46 AM
I've fished multiple laker lakes at home and one or two in ny but never schroon. Any tips? Depths? Lures? North basin or south basin? Access points?
The easiest bet is the north end behind Stewarts. There's a big public launch.
I don't have the experience a lot of these guys do, but I can tell you to run jigs smaller than any other trout lake.
The few times I really hammered them was when I had a box of perch/crappie jigs handy. 
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Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 17, 2017, 07:57 AM
hell of a laker. I was there for the fight. was great seeing how much weight it had and to experience the fight!
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Post by: delay18 on Jan 17, 2017, 08:16 AM
Damn!! Nice hog. Congrats!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 08:51 AM
Beware of new pressure ridges gentlemen.  One big quake yesterday broke up a bunch of ice and made bigredonice and I use some tact getting off.  If you were on the lake when it happened I am sure you know what I'm talking about...

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 17, 2017, 09:01 AM
And where is this latest ridge?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 09:10 AM
And where is this latest ridge?

Southend...you can't really miss it until it snows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 17, 2017, 09:27 AM
Beware of new pressure ridges gentlemen.  One big quake yesterday broke up a bunch of ice and made bigredonice and I use some tact getting off.  If you were on the lake when it happened I am sure you know what I'm talking about...

was a serious BOOM. be careful out there. lots of safe ice, but this snow incoming is definitely going to make for some sketchy hikes if you plan on walking a distance to your fishing hole.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 09:42 AM
So oddly quiet after that boom...apparently my buddies saw a guy go in Sunday...wasn't using a spud...saw lots yesterday not using one.  Crazy if you ask me...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 17, 2017, 10:09 AM
Southend...you can't really miss it until it snows.

Adirondack area?    Eagle Point area?

I fish the south end and will be bringing the 7year old up this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 17, 2017, 10:10 AM
Beautiful fish sjord, that would have won the Derby most years.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 17, 2017, 12:00 PM
Eagle point area . There is an open area of water in the center just off the southern beach.
Guys were walking north around it to get to the west side.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 12:07 PM
Adirondack area?    Eagle Point area?

I fish the south end and will be bringing the 7year old up this weekend.

Bring a spud and make sure your kid walks behind you.  The ice we accessed broke up during the day forcing us to cross the ridge...ok for us..I wouldn't want to put my daughter in that position especially after seeing the open water are increase from Sat to Monday even with cold temps.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 17, 2017, 12:32 PM
I was hoping to get my kids up there for some trout action this weekend.
Not after that report. Looks like another weekend of perch fishing for us!  ;D

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 17, 2017, 12:36 PM
Thankya for the update!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2017, 12:47 PM
I was hoping to get my kids up there for some trout action this weekend.
Not after that report. Looks like another weekend of perch fishing for us!  ;D

I'm pretty comfortable but would not try to attempt to get where I was yesterday unless there was zero snow on the ice...

Eaten glad I could help...I should have taken video of people scurrying after the boom but I was busy staring at the flasher screen  ;D

This was 8" of ice solid in the am..by afternoon uncrossable.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 17, 2017, 01:05 PM
I'll hunker down by the island.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 17, 2017, 01:14 PM
I was hoping to get my kids up there for some trout action this weekend.
Not after that report. Looks like another weekend of perch fishing for us!  ;D

Perchin is fun too, but there is plenty of good, safe, stable ice Narrows north.  First 1/2 ton truck on the ice north end today, not that I am recommending that.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Jan 17, 2017, 03:28 PM
any of ya'll ever fish Putnam pond
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 17, 2017, 03:36 PM
any of ya'll ever fish Putnam pond

Yup.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JiggnWithIt on Jan 17, 2017, 03:45 PM
We fished yesterday with side by side from dock st to the narrows and back.  Beautiful day. The bite was a bit slow for us.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigfish1212 on Jan 17, 2017, 03:46 PM
any of ya'll ever fish Putnam pond
I will be in a couple years.  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Jan 17, 2017, 06:41 PM
any of ya'll ever fish Putnam pond
[/quote

I live 15 minutes from there......be prepared for a slow day.  You can get perch about anywhere but alot of dinks.  Much more productive water around the area]
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Jan 17, 2017, 09:54 PM
Heading to paradox in a week or so was thinking bout trying trying Putnam for some pike been quite some years since I was there thanx for heads up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2017, 03:25 AM
A number of dangerous pressure ridges with open water down south basin, one off Eagle Point, one just north of Adirondack, others as well that I saw driving on East Shore Drive, all made more dangerous by last nights 3-4" snow because now they're invisible until they slush up.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 18, 2017, 05:48 AM
Thanks schrnlker...that's what I was worried about.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: gitthegaff on Jan 18, 2017, 06:03 AM
Anyone out today by Island at North end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmon on Jan 18, 2017, 06:15 AM
Was out there two days ago.  Plenty of ice.  ATVs running all over that end of lake.  Caught a couple of small lakers but  had to leave early.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BornOutside on Jan 18, 2017, 02:01 PM
Going out on the north end tomorrow, any ice issues by the launch behind Stewart's?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 19, 2017, 09:12 AM
Acesss was fine there Tuesday we jigged up a bunch of Lakers
Will def be getting back out Saturday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 19, 2017, 06:28 PM
Might be a dumb question but are you allowed to use live bait on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 19, 2017, 06:30 PM
Might be a dumb question but are you allowed to use live bait on schroon?
yes
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Dave327 on Jan 19, 2017, 06:44 PM
I live in southern NY I'm thinking about taking a road trip up that way. Any advice for a newcomer? Good perch lake, safe ice, etc.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 19, 2017, 07:16 PM
Acesss was fine there Tuesday we jigged up a bunch of Lakers
Will def be getting back out Saturday


What depth were you at?  I'm looking to go for the first time in a few years tomorrow.  I always caught lakers there jigging never on tip up. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 20, 2017, 07:59 AM
 how is the walking on the ice clean or snow covered
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Jan 20, 2017, 08:46 AM
As of last weekend, it was glare ice. Bring your cleats for sure. Of course, I live 2 hours away so it may have changed, I wouldn't know.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 20, 2017, 11:00 AM
how is the walking on the ice clean or snow covered

On the north end right now there's snow/slush on top of the ice not to bad to deal with.  There's 11 inches of ice under that. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 20, 2017, 11:24 AM
Best part of any trip up near Schroon is stopping and filling up a growler or two of Beaverbite IPA at the Paradox brewery :tipup: 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 20, 2017, 11:29 AM
Best part of any trip up near Schroon is stopping and filling up a growler or two of Beaverbite IPA at the Paradox brewery :tipup:

I'm embarrassed to say that never dawned on me!

Next time that's a done deal
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 20, 2017, 11:37 AM
I'm embarrassed to say that never dawned on me!

Next time that's a done deal

I make sure I have the empty growlers packed in the truck long before the fishing gear :laugh:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 20, 2017, 11:49 AM
I'm embarrassed to say that never dawned on me!

Next time that's a done deal

X2.  You fishing tomorrow?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 20, 2017, 12:26 PM
thanks for the info, and have stopped at the brewery many times myself
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 20, 2017, 01:53 PM
X2.  You fishing tomorrow?

Yup.   You coming up?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 20, 2017, 03:21 PM
Yup.   You coming up?

Ya why not...I cant get the sat trip out of my head...even though Monday was slow...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Northeastangler on Jan 20, 2017, 04:20 PM
Best part of any trip up near Schroon is stopping and filling up a growler or two of Beaverbite IPA at the Paradox brewery :tipup: 
Last year was my first on Schroon and I went for the derby, ended up winning a free growler as a door prize and stopped in for a tasting and a free fill up of my choice. Best tournament experience I have had so far. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wiredstone on Jan 20, 2017, 06:30 PM
 :thumbsup: Great selection there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 20, 2017, 08:45 PM
Slow for anyone else today? we got 1 between us, and fish were locked to the bottom after 11am.  We stopped at paradox brewery after, wanna try their Southern Hemisphere IPA but they were out (guess it sells out regularly). 7 inches everywhere we drilled slush on top.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Jan 20, 2017, 09:10 PM
Slow for anyone else today? we got 1 between us, and fish were locked to the bottom after 11am.  We stopped at paradox brewery after, wanna try their Southern Hemisphere IPA but they were out (guess it sells out regularly). 7 inches everywhere we drilled slush on top.

North or South?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 20, 2017, 09:16 PM
North or South?
South
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Jan 20, 2017, 09:43 PM
I fished south of the island on the north end and only got 3. Cut a lot of holes and many had a fish or two that would look, maybe bump the jig, and then disappear. It took much coaxing to get them to chase.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 21, 2017, 09:33 AM
Anybody else finding it slow on the north end today??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 21, 2017, 11:29 AM
Anybody else finding it slow on the north end today??

All I know is it better pick up tomorrow, gonna be there at first light...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 21, 2017, 12:11 PM
All I know is it better pick up tomorrow, gonna be there at first light...

Just landed a 21" laker but been here since first light. It's been slow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 21, 2017, 12:40 PM
Just landed a 21" laker but been here since first light. It's been slow.

People keep telling me to downsize the bait if they aren't being aggressive. Hopefully we'll find them tomorrow!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 21, 2017, 05:47 PM
Had 11 Lakers today all on the jigs
1 lonely flag , seemed the best bite was from 930-1130 for me today , also had a lot of missed hits
Only two under 18 , I kept one that was gut hooked and returned the rest, the other lakers were all 19-24inches
Fished in 35-50 feet of water a little NW of the island . Not once today did ya have to clear ice or slush outta the holes😎😎😎 100% visibility

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2017, 05:05 AM
9 for me yesterday.  Missed a few.  All jig. 

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 22, 2017, 06:34 AM
12 for my buddy and I yesterday. An abundance of fish were marked.  Lots of interested fish but very hard to convince them to commit. Trick was size and presentation. Early morning big jigs hardly bounced on the bottom worked then tiny aggressively jigged lures by noon.    Lots of smelt early on that all had big marks chasing them with action to follow; pretty exciting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: HudsonRiverRat on Jan 22, 2017, 07:18 AM
Really pretty laker! I think the trout there are more colorful than LG.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 22, 2017, 08:25 AM
Check out the color on this one from yesterday. Tough bite but we did well

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j20/sjord89/PhotoGrid_1485041169775_zpsayg52ogc.png) (http://s76.photobucket.com/user/sjord89/media/PhotoGrid_1485041169775_zpsayg52ogc.png.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: butch76 on Jan 22, 2017, 09:09 AM
Planning to head up tomorrow morning on the north end.  I'm pretty sure it is safe but was wondering how the ice is holding up?  Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2017, 09:49 AM
This one had crazy color too:

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170121_134934.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170121_134934.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 22, 2017, 12:48 PM
Really pretty laker! I think the trout there are more colorful than LG.

Schroon lakers are definitely prettier than lg or champ fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 22, 2017, 01:21 PM
Heres 1 from last weekend with some nice color to it. Also has some battle scars


(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/20170122_140659.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/20170122_140659.jpg.html)

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/20170114_223940.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/20170114_223940.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 22, 2017, 04:57 PM
Heres 1 from last weekend with some nice color to it. Also has some battle scars
Iowaaccord doesn't that look exactly like the scars on the laker you had a few weeks back... some big pike swimming in that lake


(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/20170122_140659.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/20170122_140659.jpg.html)

(http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee383/RR_LEYLA_RR/20170114_223940.jpg) (http://s1225.photobucket.com/user/RR_LEYLA_RR/media/20170114_223940.jpg.html)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2017, 05:00 PM
Went out today jigging was slow managed 10 dink perch grabbed two lakers on tip ups 19" and 24" not bad day
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 22, 2017, 05:13 PM
That's a good one
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 22, 2017, 06:12 PM
Went out today jigging was slow managed 10 dink perch grabbed two lakers on tip ups 19" and 24" not bad day

I can never find good size perch in that lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2017, 10:06 PM
It does Tony and I had another one like it this weekend!  Tough gig being a laker in that lake!

Also I would suggest to those of you who have FB (I don't use it) be mindful of what you post.  Bragging about catching in a particular area, one with a dangerous ridge is the type of mindless action that can get people hurt. Especially when it's a spot someone fell in Sunday before last. I'm sure the intentions are solid but remember today's society believes everything on the Internet and they don't use spud bars.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 23, 2017, 07:38 AM
Nice fish! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 23, 2017, 06:06 PM
Fishing on Eagle Lake today, conditions were great, 13" ice, caught several decent perch, couple smallish pike, and this nice 18" brown trout, which made a tasty dinner!

(http://i63.tinypic.com/28hisu0.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hairbone on Jan 23, 2017, 06:53 PM


Looks like the scar a laker would get if it got hit by a kicker motor.  A few Lakers make the ultimate sacrifice to my pro kicker every year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 23, 2017, 07:01 PM
Fishing on Eagle Lake today, conditions were great, 13" ice, caught several decent perch, couple smallish pike, and this nice 18" brown trout, which made a tasty dinner!

(http://i63.tinypic.com/28hisu0.jpg)

Nice brown!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 23, 2017, 09:36 PM
Beautiful Brown Tony!! Now we're talkin'! Congrats on a great catch!  :)
MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 23, 2017, 10:44 PM
Nice Brown... I plan to hit Schroon for the first time on Wednesday and probably again on thursday wondering how the ice is from the launch behind stewards to the island?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 24, 2017, 03:38 AM
Nice Brown Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: butch76 on Jan 24, 2017, 06:33 AM
Nice Brown... I plan to hit Schroon for the first time on Wednesday and probably again on thursday wondering how the ice is from the launch behind stewards to the island?

I was out from Fowlers Rd yesterday and the ice was about 10 inches there.  People walking across the lake to the south out from so Stewart's
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 24, 2017, 10:57 PM
I was out from Fowlers Rd yesterday and the ice was about 10 inches there.  People walking across the lake to the south out from so Stewart's

Thanks... Looks like the snows sitting right over top of us.... as of now still planning on going out in the morning have to see what the roads are like when i wake up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 25, 2017, 12:02 PM
Fishing the north end right now.... had 5 so far come in and chase but can't get them to commit 😤
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 25, 2017, 12:06 PM
Best part of any trip up near Schroon is stopping and filling up a growler or two of Beaverbite IPA at the Paradox brewery :tipup:

Thanks again for the reminder .....  a new tradition is in place  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 25, 2017, 01:07 PM
That paradox brewery beer is unbelievable.   Its almost too good. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 25, 2017, 02:52 PM
Thanks again for the reminder .....  a new tradition is in place  ;D

 Right on.  It's my usual stop coming back from Westport after some salmon fishing :tipup:   Just not much room to park the boat but I generally make it work. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trimmer on Jan 25, 2017, 04:06 PM
I saw on the news paradox brewery may be going to exit 29 in the old frontier town. That would be nice since I drive by it every weekend on my way to camp.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: moosefeet on Jan 25, 2017, 05:54 PM
What do you guys jig with for the Lakers there? My daughter has caught 2 nice rainbows on a tungsten gold glow bead tipped with spikes. We have never fished for Lakers but they are awesome looking!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 25, 2017, 06:13 PM
Well today was my first time fishing for lakers anywhere and I was doing something right and something wrong! lol.... had about 20 laker chase my jig anywhere from 20-50ft in the water column and not strike  :( however I did manage to get 2 to hit... a 12" and a 16" so i did something right there just couldn't reproduce the results with the other fish. It was pretty cool seeing them just appear on the flasher and charging in and the schools of smelt or whatever periodically coming around.... any tips for me?

Also the launch behind stewarts is pretty slushy along the shore
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jig em on Jan 25, 2017, 07:28 PM
was there much water on top of the ice besides at the ramp?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 25, 2017, 07:57 PM
That paradox brewery beer is unbelievable.   Its almost too good.

Actually. I don't care for the taste.  It's bitter . But then again,  I'm a conformed stout to a  busch guy.
Crossroads has a great selection incuding an early am growler of paradox if needed .


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 25, 2017, 07:59 PM
was there much water on top of the ice besides at the ramp?

not until you drilled holes
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 25, 2017, 08:04 PM
Well today was my first time fishing for lakers anywhere and I was doing something right and something wrong! lol.... had about 20 laker chase my jig anywhere from 20-50ft in the water column and not strike  :( however I did manage to get 2 to hit... a 12" and a 16" so i did something right there just couldn't reproduce the results with the other fish. It was pretty cool seeing them just appear on the flasher and charging in and the schools of smelt or whatever periodically coming around.... any tips for me?

Also the launch behind stewarts is pretty slushy along the shore

My only suggestion is , decipher perch from lake trout.
If they are just coming 2 ' off , move .
Find a hump , flat and small hole . Fish around there , move around there.
Just open water is just a shot at a fish passing  through. 30-60 fow is easier to figure out then 60-100 fow ,
Good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 25, 2017, 08:33 PM
My only suggestion is , decipher perch from lake trout.
If they are just coming 2 ' off , move .
Find a hump , flat and small hole . Fish around there , move around there.
Just open water is just a shot at a fish passing  through. 30-60 fow is easier to figure out then 60-100 fow ,
Good luck

I was fishing 67 fow on the drop offs... and most the time was jigging around 40ft.... when i was jigging towards the bottom those were the ones chasing it about 40 ft up then just turning away
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 25, 2017, 08:40 PM
I was fishing 67 fow on the drop offs... and most the time was jigging around 40ft.... when i was jigging towards the bottom those were the ones chasing it about 40 ft up then just turning away

Well.seems you did right .
Now just figure out how to make them bite , sometimes nothing will.
couldn't do squat 2 weeks ago, did ok last Saturday,  same spot
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 26, 2017, 04:34 AM
I was fishing 67 fow on the drop offs... and most the time was jigging around 40ft.... when i was jigging towards the bottom those were the ones chasing it about 40 ft up then just turning away
When they do that, open your bail and drop it right back at them, Usually they'll stop and sometimes come back at it. If  they come back, just reel away when it just about to them. But if they don't and just stop, stop your bait when it is just above them, jig it a few times and reel away or just reel away, like you would off the bottom. Sometimes they'll follow and do the same thing and stop and descend, but repeat that sequence.  It doesn't work all of the time. Just try to figure out how they want it, dead or alive.  Last week I worked numerous fish through the water column, some as much as 5 times before they hit just under the ice. Hope this suggestion helps a little. Try smelt oil on your bait as well. You can pick it up at fish 307.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 05:23 AM
^ Do that.  If you are using the right jig you can also make them pick it up off the bottom when they are being really picky.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 26, 2017, 06:11 AM
^ Do that.  If you are using the right jig you can also make them pick it up off the bottom when they are being really picky.
Had that as well, a few days prior.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 26, 2017, 06:14 AM
the brewery moving to the old frontier town would be huge for them. they have grown so much since they started. not too mention its only about 30 minutes away. they can even set up their own little paraphernalia shop with merchandise.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 07:42 AM
Had that as well, a few days prior.

One day it was all I could get them to do.  Fun to watch with zoom on....and more fun because you get to really sting them rather than them catching the jig.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 26, 2017, 08:37 AM
One day it was all I could get them to do.  Fun to watch with zoom on....and more fun because you get to really sting them rather than them catching the jig.

I swear I read an article once where the author suggested doing just such a thing....  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Jan 26, 2017, 09:18 AM
Hey guys,

Going to head up next weekend and want to fish the north end. I have read you all saying down size. Are we talking like panfish size or bigger?

Thanks for any info I really appreciate it. I'm used to using like 4" tubes so any help would be great.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 09:58 AM
I swear I read an article once where the author suggested doing just such a thing....  ;D ;D ;D

Ya some jerk friend of Doug Stange I think....I read it and do what the words say and boom off the the races....

Here's the article in question:

http://www.in-fisherman.com/trout-salmon/lake-trout/the-final-temptaion-of-ice-fishing-for-lake-trout/ (http://www.in-fisherman.com/trout-salmon/lake-trout/the-final-temptaion-of-ice-fishing-for-lake-trout/)

Maybe you know the guy???   :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 26, 2017, 10:24 AM

Here's the article in question:

http://www.in-fisherman.com/trout-salmon/lake-trout/the-final-temptaion-of-ice-fishing-for-lake-trout/ (http://www.in-fisherman.com/trout-salmon/lake-trout/the-final-temptaion-of-ice-fishing-for-lake-trout/)

Maybe you know the guy???   :P

I've seen that guy out there fishing ;D  The only thing that guy didn't mention was whether or not he will use fish attractant on those days when the bite is slow :whistle: 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 26, 2017, 10:38 AM
I've seen that guy out there fishing ;D  The only thing that guy didn't mention was whether or not he will use fish attractant on those days when the bite is slow :whistle:

I would hazard a guess maybe he didn't want to give all his secrets away at once  ;D :roflmao: :whistle:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 26, 2017, 10:45 AM
I would hazard a guess maybe he didn't want to give all his secrets away at once  ;D :roflmao: :whistle:


Boy they will let anyone write an article for In-Fisherman won't they. Haha!

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RedneckofLatham on Jan 26, 2017, 11:11 AM

Boy they will let anyone write an article for In-Fisherman won't they. Haha!


Lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 26, 2017, 11:12 AM

Boy they will let anyone write an article for In-Fisherman won't they. Haha!

I remember when you were mostly a tip up guy  ;) :laugh:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 26, 2017, 12:01 PM

Boy they will let anyone write an article for In-Fisherman won't they. Haha!

 ;D ;D bahahahahaha!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 12:30 PM
I remember when you were mostly a tip up guy  ;) :laugh:


You'll remember again soon if he updates his Lx7 software!!!! ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 26, 2017, 03:29 PM
I would hazard a guess maybe he didn't want to give all his secrets away at once  ;D :roflmao: :whistle:
Buckshots hmm are those some of those antique things you use as paper weights ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 26, 2017, 05:16 PM
I remember when you were mostly a tip up guy  ;) :laugh:

I might have to go back the way things are going for  me. I can't  wait to find the anti venom  for this snake bite.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 26, 2017, 05:17 PM

You'll remember again soon if he updates his Lx7 software!!!! ;D ;D

At least I don't  have to stop  at the pet shop to pick up a fresh  hamster.  :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 26, 2017, 05:20 PM
I might have to go back the way things are going for  me. I can't  wait to find the anti venom  for this snake bite.

Don't take that tipup talk.  Tell him you're now among the elite, you jack jaws!  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 26, 2017, 05:26 PM
Don't take that tipup talk.  Tell him you're now among the elite, you jack jaws!  ;D



True. We are jacking  jaws these days buddy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 05:58 PM
At least I don't  have to stop  at the pet shop to pick up a fresh  hamster.  :P

Hey look I found you some new friends...tell them how awesome your LX7 is.  :P :P

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=334023.0

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 26, 2017, 06:09 PM
You tell them. You are obviously  obsessed with Marcum. It is all you talk about.  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2017, 06:13 PM
You tell them. You are obviously  obsessed with Marcum. It is all you talk about.  ;)

What is there to say about the FLX aside from 29 lakers were foolish enough to be caught in its delicious cone of death so far this season...  ;)

Shame on me for almost straying away from the wheel...  :'(
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 26, 2017, 09:06 PM
How come u went w marcum over vexilar
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 26, 2017, 11:11 PM
How come u went w marcum over vexilar

Because he's smart. Lx7 for the win  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 27, 2017, 02:33 AM
One day it was all I could get them to do.  Fun to watch with zoom on....and more fun because you get to really sting them rather than them catching the jig.
Yes! Still fun either way though. It's the most exciting bite to have, other than open water frog fishing for large and smallmouth bass. IMO   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 05:44 AM
Yes! Still fun either way though. It's the most exciting bite to have, other than open water frog fishing for large and smallmouth bass. IMO   ;D

Never had a 40lb striper destroy a jig or plug from shore have you?  Once I got into that it took buying a boat to get back into freshwater fishing. 

The lake trout definitely fill the gap while I wait for the stripers to return!

Adkrs please enjoy the endless bug fixes Marcum pushes out with your new friend Terry...Oh wait he said he won't update his...wonder why? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 27, 2017, 07:35 AM
Never had a 40lb striper destroy a jig or plug from shore have you?  Once I got into that it took buying a boat to get back into freshwater fishing. 

The lake trout definitely fill the gap while I wait for the stripers to return!

Adkrs please enjoy the endless bug fixes Marcum pushes out with your new friend Terry...Oh wait he said he won't update his...wonder why?

After fishing stripers in the hudson for the last 6 or 7 years i really want to get out to the ocean to try casting for them. Looks like a blast. Maybe ill run into you on schroon or lake george this season and pic your brain a little. Thinking about schroon on sunday i gotta get my totals up, 1day with 7 fish is unacceptable .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 27, 2017, 08:05 AM
Forget stripers...   get out and experience an all out yellowfin tuna blitz  ;D

Who knows ... you might even get to see a 400 pound blue marlin come up and inhale a poor little mahi mahi that was being reeled in  @)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 08:18 AM
Absolutely...I've been out the past 6 weeks so I'm taking a break to get some family time in.  I'll be back up next weekend...probably stay in LG and figure out the plan from there.  Stripers are my favorite venue so I'm happy to discuss.

Ship, tuna are an obvious attractor and I could afford to go after them myself and I will after I put my kid through college...The problem with the fishery is you better be in the 40% or higher tax bracket or you can't play more than 1x a year..

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 27, 2017, 08:44 AM
Absolutely...I've been out the past 6 weeks so I'm taking a break to get some family time in.  I'll be back up next weekend...probably stay in LG and figure out the plan from there.  Stripers are my favorite venue so I'm happy to discuss.

Ship, tuna are an obvious attractor and I could afford to go after them myself and I will after I put my kid through college...The problem with the fishery is you better be in the 40% or higher tax bracket or you can't play more than 1x a year..

I do the 100' party boat trips ....  3 days at sea for $500  ;D

I haven't done it in a few years but i'm due.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 08:48 AM
Ah well that's a bargin...are they jigging trips?  If so I may be down...I have a 20k Stella and trevala ready to go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 27, 2017, 09:19 AM
Ah well that's a bargin...are they jigging trips?  If so I may be down...I have a 20k Stella and trevala ready to go.

Definitely.

Here is the agenda. Leave the dock Morning #1 around 8AM and steam out 100+- miles to one of the canyons. They start in areas that have been producing fish or that have good sea temps showing on the charts. One we get out there we troll from 2 until dusk trying to catch fish but also looking for bait and fish to find a spot to anchor. We anchor at dusk and people jig or fish live bait until dawn and then we go on the troll all day on day 2, anchor all night again then troll in the morning on day 3 before heading back and hitting the dock at 4 or 5 pm on day 3.

When we troll it's typically 10 rods out and we rotate every 20 minutes. Each time it's your turn on the troll you move over one rod so you get a chance at all of the lures etc. When we hook up on the troll the boat stops and people throw jigs off the bow and often hook up. The early morning troll typically isn't fully manned because people are sleeping so it's a great time to hang out by the rods and if one goes off without the guy there it's fair game to grab it  ;D

We've caught yellowfin, bluefin and longfin tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, blue and white marlin, swordfish, tilefish, tiger, mako and blue sharks and i am sure i am missing something ....  like squid which we catch and use for bait or cook in garlic and butter at 3 AM.

I think i just convinced myself to go again  @)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 09:38 AM
I'm going to wait one or 2 more years and go on my own.  Two things I don't share...women and fish...the rotation turns me off! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 27, 2017, 10:23 AM
After fishing stripers in the hudson for the last 6 or 7 years i really want to get out to the ocean to try casting for them. Looks like a blast. Maybe ill run into you on schroon or lake george this season and pic your brain a little. Thinking about schroon on sunday i gotta get my totals up, 1day with 7 fish is unacceptable .
Hey I can talk stripers!!!

(http://i65.tinypic.com/2h6fsqr.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 27, 2017, 10:32 AM
Back to ice fishing Schroon.  Took a ride around the lake this morning, fair amount of slush along the edges, State Launch behind Stewarts, Fowler, nothing that would keep you off the ice however. Still snow, few inches entire north basin and Narrows, with slush pockets, which should all freeze up soon.  South basin most of the snow is gone and the edges off East Shore drive actually look better than the north end.  No visible open areas that I could see from the road, but because of the recent mild spell I wouldn't go roaming around south basin yet.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 27, 2017, 10:35 AM
After fishing stripers in the hudson for the last 6 or 7 years i really want to get out to the ocean to try casting for them. Looks like a blast.

it is.  here's a link to 42 minutes of saltwater striper smashing from one good day last year.  Love hooking a 20lb striper on 10lb test.

https://youtu.be/XuzyjZSGnQA (https://youtu.be/XuzyjZSGnQA)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Growler_ on Jan 27, 2017, 10:52 AM
I do the 100' party boat trips ....  3 days at sea for $500  ;D

I haven't done it in a few years but i'm due.

A group of guys from work book through the Helen H every year.  It's a blast and we always get into decent Tuna, couple years ago we got into some big eye, largest was #200+


On a side note I'm thinking of making the trip up there and trying for pike and possibly LLS/Trout.  Any advice for a first timer out there?  No need for hotspots just general info on current conditions and techniques that are successful as well as a decent bait shop for live bait nearby.  I don't think they would survive the drive from my local shops. 

I was thinking of using the Northern Boat launch for access, looks like there's a Stewarts Shops near it... Saw some structure near the access on Navionics Northeast of the launch and then a drop into 60'ish feet of water.  Was thinking about setting tip ups near the shallows and jigging for trout later in the day.  Would this technique be ok here or am I way off?  Thanks and tight lines all.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 11:00 AM
Did someone say stripers....I'm so obsessed I convinced someone to pay me to talk about them...a couple of times...

http://saltwateredge.com/blog/2010/04/22/big-swimmers-for-big-first-light-bass-at-the-canal-jon-spencer/ (http://saltwateredge.com/blog/2010/04/22/big-swimmers-for-big-first-light-bass-at-the-canal-jon-spencer/)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 27, 2017, 11:27 AM

Adkrs please enjoy the endless bug fixes Marcum pushes out with your new friend Terry...Oh wait he said he won't update his...wonder why?


everybody mentions bugs...ive never had issues. only issue i have with with mine is the poor balance of the carry case if you use the handle. Unit leans forward and has the potential to fall out of the case, which is just a terrible design. Not sure how it got past r&d and field testing. I took mine out of the case and use the hard handle instead. Maybe this off season ill make a genz pack style case for it. After having a graph i could never go back. Vex needs to make a unit with a graph and maybe ill switch back
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2017, 12:04 PM
I'm breaking stones....I really don't have any vested interest in how Marcum perform outside of making fun of Fontana...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 27, 2017, 12:19 PM
Back to ice fishing Schroon.  Took a ride around the lake this morning, fair amount of slush along the edges, State Launch behind Stewarts, Fowler, nothing that would keep you off the ice however. Still snow, few inches entire north basin and Narrows, with slush pockets, which should all freeze up soon.  South basin most of the snow is gone and the edges off East Shore drive actually look better than the north end.  No visible open areas that I could see from the road, but because of the recent mild spell I wouldn't go roaming around south basin yet.

There's a good area of open water straight east of Eagle point.

One of these years, I'm going to do a trip with Coastal Charters Sportfishing.  3 person crew, chucking topwater plugs or jigging with light gear.  Price is reasonable all things considered, $375 pp.  Not as reasonable as Ship's trip, but for pansies like me that can't go below deck without getting sea sick....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 27, 2017, 12:38 PM
pansies like me that can't go below deck without getting sea sick....

aint just you man.   Last two times i was more than 30 miles off shore i got  :sick:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 27, 2017, 12:50 PM
Good to know it's not just me.  I can't even go in the cabin.  Not sure why.  On the deck though I can handle 8 footers, as long as I'm in the open.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 27, 2017, 01:10 PM
Back to ice fishing Schroon.  Took a ride around the lake this morning, fair amount of slush along the edges, State Launch behind Stewarts, Fowler, nothing that would keep you off the ice however. Still snow, few inches entire north basin and Narrows, with slush pockets, which should all freeze up soon.  South basin most of the snow is gone and the edges off East Shore drive actually look better than the north end.  No visible open areas that I could see from the road, but because of the recent mild spell I wouldn't go roaming around south basin yet.

Thanks for the detailed heads up. Always appreciate your reports. If we are lucky the cold temps will lock the wet stuff up!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 27, 2017, 05:07 PM
Highly recommend the bait shop right in the strip...bought some shiners last Saturday haven't fed them changed the water or anything and haven't lost a single one I just checked 👀👀
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 27, 2017, 06:22 PM
Good to know it's not just me.  I can't even go in the cabin.  Not sure why.  On the deck though I can handle 8 footers, as long as I'm in the open.

Probably because you can orientate yourself on the horizon.  Looking at a wall a few feet from you might throw you off.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: roundlakeNY on Jan 27, 2017, 09:09 PM
Fished all day today south end 10" of ice 2" of snow on top.  Had 18 tip ups in no flags all day.  jigged up some dink perch in about 25fow.  It was tough day had a good spot had two schools of smelt run threw on the vex.  Windy and snow showers all day.    Had a big bullhead come up to out holes in the shanty that was pretty cool.  Vex showed very little action over the 30+ holes we drilled today.       
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 27, 2017, 09:26 PM
Gonna give er a shot tomorrow on the north end see what happens gonna do some jigging set a couple tip ups for pike
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kevin3686 on Jan 27, 2017, 09:37 PM
Want to head up in the am never fished schroon before looking for a good place to start not looking for a hot spot trout pike ect any info would be a great help
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Jan 27, 2017, 11:13 PM
Theres 41 pages of just the info your looking for here. Alot from past seasons too. Do a search for schroon..to get you started though best to access the north end off of fowler road or the state launch. Can get evrything from there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TheThinIce on Jan 28, 2017, 08:38 AM
Anyone know how Paradox is looking?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2017, 09:57 AM
Anyone know how Paradox is looking?

When I fished it week and a half ago there was 13" ice, I'm sure it's fine.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 28, 2017, 06:14 PM
Had kind of a slow day today.  Me and a buddy landed 2 decent lakers but was out there for awhile.  Still couldn't find any decent size perch.  If anyone knows where I can find some decent size I would appreciate the advice? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Jan 28, 2017, 07:11 PM
Had kind of a slow day today.  Me and a buddy landed 2 decent lakers but was out there for awhile.  Still couldn't find any decent size perch.  If anyone knows where I can find some decent size I would appreciate the advice?
Read the very first page. :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 28, 2017, 07:26 PM
Slow today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 28, 2017, 07:57 PM
Anyone ever fish horseshoe pond? In the area of scroon did a big search and turned up nothing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Jan 28, 2017, 08:10 PM
Caught 50 Nice Perch Today Mostly on Tip ups can't give my Spot away ..... Sorry
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TheThinIce on Jan 28, 2017, 09:16 PM
When I fished it week and a half ago there was 13" ice, I'm sure it's fine.

Thanks so much!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2017, 02:42 AM
Anyone ever fish horseshoe pond? In the area of scroon did a big search and turned up nothing

I never fished it, but friends of mine have, 10 minute snowmobile ride from my cabin.  Pike, perch, and I think crappie.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 29, 2017, 04:24 AM
Thanks boss wasn't just trying to figure out if it was worth it to bring the tip ups I appreciate it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 29, 2017, 09:23 AM
Does the bait shop on the strip have big shiners? Or just your typical pike bait?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Jan 29, 2017, 11:53 AM
Did anyone get out this weekend for trout on the north end? If so how was the bite?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 29, 2017, 02:19 PM
Put a long day in yesterday (Saturday ) did good but a lot of smaller fish with only a few keepers in the mix to 22inches
Then fished half a day today and had two nice Lakers early then it died out for us so we packed it in by noon
Tip ups were quiet all weekend with only a few flags, the jigging was the way to go if ya wanted the action
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 29, 2017, 03:09 PM
Today was so so. I managed to land 7 lakers jigging. All 7 were in between 18-20"s.  Couldn't find anything bigger. Only 1 of those fish was caught near bottom. Took a couple hours to notice that the fish were running about 20-25dt off bottom.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2017, 03:19 PM
Today was so so. I managed to land 7 lakers jigging. All 7 were in between 18-20"s.  Couldn't find anything bigger. Only 1 of those fish was caught near bottom. Took a couple hours to notice that the fish were running about 20-25dt off bottom.

Back in the "old days", and when I say that I mean 70's to mid 90's, old timers would have their shanty towns on Schroon.  They would have their tipups pre set to 20-25 ft under the ice, with button markers, and they fished every day for Lakers that way.  Never sounded bottom, never fished bottom, always 20-25 ft under. Always caught fish, just sayin'   ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 29, 2017, 04:58 PM
Saw a nice laker pulled out of 3 or 4 feet of water.   Belly was full of smelt and a 3" perch.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2017, 05:15 PM
Saw a nice laker pulled out of 3 or 4 feet of water.   Belly was full of smelt and a 3" perch.
One year I had a hard shanty set up off Talichito Point, north end, right in the rocks there. After setting tip ups I went back in the shanty to warm up. Just for kicks I drilled a hole in the shanty, foot, maybe 2 of water, when a HUGE Lake Trout swam by. Grabbed my perch pole with a white sweedish pimple, but, too late.  The 20lb Pike that is in Pitkins Restaurant was caught by the owner, Randy, right in the rocks along the east shore below the Island.  I really don't think we ice fish the shorelines enough.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ketchan Raleese on Jan 29, 2017, 06:04 PM
I couldn't agree more SchrnLkr, So many times  while I am watching for flags on Raquette,I will jig up a Landlocked or Brookie, from a hole that I could almost fish from shore.Sometimes, I am standing on twice as much ice as water! With predation from birds and lethally-warm water not an issue under the ice, shallow water is wide open for trout
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Jan 29, 2017, 06:15 PM
Funny u Should say that i Fished sat North end Caught 2 nice Lakers on my perch Rigs in 10 foot of water only thing i can think is they were chasing the perch school Weird !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2017, 06:30 PM
Funny u Should say that i Fished sat North end Caught 2 nice Lakers on my perch Rigs in 10 foot of water only thing i can think is they were chasing the perch school Weird !!
That's the thing, I don't think it is weird.  When the Lakers are on the feed in Schroon you're more apt to catch them along the shorelines trying to trap schools of bait, or on the shallow perch beds going after them.  The key, imo, is "when they are on the feed".  When they are not, you're more apt to entice them on the deep water flats.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Jan 29, 2017, 06:54 PM
I will not let Schroon beat me... I will not let Schroon beat me. Just felt like venting, not looking for sympathy or anything. Only 3rd trip here, all in the last few weeks, so I know I'm still a newbie with tons to learn. But damn, I want one of her lakers.

Thought I had one today, flag goes on my deepest tip up, maybe 70' with a hunt right on the bottom. Hook what I know is a small fish, but hell, I'm not picky on size. Get it to the hole and it's a damn perch. What the heck. I'll be back. She will not beat me!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ketchan Raleese on Jan 29, 2017, 07:08 PM
Good attitude AriettaBob! I've got a similar "grudge lake" near me. I never seem to do very well, just well enough to keep me going out. Every time is my last time. But, the only absolute in fishing is:100% of fishermen who stay home don't catch fish. Good Luck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkrs on Jan 29, 2017, 10:45 PM
I will not let Schroon beat me... I will not let Schroon beat me. Just felt like venting, not looking for sympathy or anything. Only 3rd trip here, all in the last few weeks, so I know I'm still a newbie with tons to learn. But damn, I want one of her lakers.

Thought I had one today, flag goes on my deepest tip up, maybe 70' with a hunt right on the bottom. Hook what I know is a small fish, but hell, I'm not picky on size. Get it to the hole and it's a damn perch. What the heck. I'll be back. She will not beat me!!!

Fished Schroon hard last year to learn it and catch my 1st laker. one thing ill share, which has been reiterated in the above posts,...the whole lake is cold enough for them during the ice season. Dont be afraid to go shallow....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 30, 2017, 05:03 AM
Back in the "old days", and when I say that I mean 70's to mid 90's, old timers would have their shanty towns on Schroon.  They would have their tipups pre set to 20-25 ft under the ice, with button markers, and they fished every day for Lakers that way.  Never sounded bottom, never fished bottom, always 20-25 ft under. Always caught fish, just sayin'   ;) ;) ;)

I learned how to Ice Fish for lakers with my dear friend Butch in 2005 on Schroon. We too discovered that not only did we catch more fish setting our bait suspend 20' or so feet below the ice (regardless of depth) but the Lakers were always the bigger fish! We reasoned that the dinks we were catching jigging near bottom were hiding from the bigger fish so as to not get eaten! Lol! At any rate, regardless of where I'm fishing for lakers, it's always 20' down and it almost always pays off! I've since also learned to put some sets in very shallow with equally good results!
Good post Tony!  :)

MK
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 30, 2017, 05:15 AM
I will not let Schroon beat me... I will not let Schroon beat me. Just felt like venting, not looking for sympathy or anything. Only 3rd trip here, all in the last few weeks, so I know I'm still a newbie with tons to learn. But damn, I want one of her lakers.

Thought I had one today, flag goes on my deepest tip up, maybe 70' with a hunt right on the bottom. Hook what I know is a small fish, but hell, I'm not picky on size. Get it to the hole and it's a damn perch. What the heck. I'll be back. She will not beat me!!!

My revelation this year was how deep perch go.  In summer I'd never think to look for perch deep. 


Last weekend I had a flag pop, I ran up and the line was flying off the spool.  I set the hook and could feel some nice tugging on the line... I wasn't sure what was on it, but I figured it was something good.  A very ambitious 4" perch came out of the hole.  I think he had taken lessons from sunfish in the summer. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 30, 2017, 05:18 AM
I learned how to Ice Fish for lakers with my dear friend Butch in 2005 on Schroon. We too discovered that not only did we catch more fish setting our bait suspend 20' or so feet below the ice (regardless of depth) but the Lakers were always the bigger fish! We reasoned that the dinks we were catching jigging near bottom were hiding from the bigger fish so as to not get eaten! Lol! At any rate, regardless of where I'm fishing for lakers, it's always 20' down and it almost always pays off! I've since also learned to put some sets in very shallow with equally good results!
Good post Tony!  :)

MK


The ice is a great big convenient wall to pin smelt against.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 30, 2017, 05:32 AM
I was one of few idiots fishing off Eagle point yesterday.
Our nicest fish hit a tipup in 15fow before we had the nads to cross the pressure ridge out there.
There is a nasty stretch of open water out there. Many of you locals know, but I fear it's going to skim and be a death trap for anyone assuming there is 6" of ice all the way through that area just off shore. It put me on edge every time a sled came ripping through. I'd watch each one of them ready to jump out of my shack and go help someone.
Tough action. I jigged my butt off all day for 3 fish 18-20". For some odd reason. My largest jig stuck the only 3 fish. 1/4oz head with a secret plastic.
I won't be fooling around out there until it looks a lot better than it did yesterday. By then... We'll have ice on LG. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 30, 2017, 06:01 AM
That ridge is pretty narly that's for sure Jamie.  If you walk north you can find somewhat decent spots to cross.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 30, 2017, 07:18 AM
That ridge is pretty narly that's for sure Jamie.  If you walk north you can find somewhat decent spots to cross.
I got to that ridge and my legs turned to rubber.
Tony was on the other side probably laughing at a few of the texts that won't be shared here.
I stuck one fish before I crossed it in 20fow or so. Set the hook a foot or so under the ice and had it on top with zero retrieve.
Has anyone noticed better luck with plastics as opposed to spoons? I'm still learning.
I had a harder time getting them to follow any pimples or buckshots. Big or small.
The few fish that I did catch all hit a plastic. I must've had 20 fish follow within 10' of the surface jigging a plastic bait. The spoons never got chased for more than 5 or 10'.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Jan 30, 2017, 07:23 AM
Oddly.
The previous 2 years were the opposite now that I think of it.
The smallest pimple in the box got pounded every time I fished Schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 30, 2017, 07:54 AM
I will not let Schroon beat me... I will not let Schroon beat me. Just felt like venting, not looking for sympathy or anything.

If it makes you feel any better, it has a nickname:  Screw'em Lake.   The fish in the lake get funky at times.   Very frustrating lake until you can start putting patterns together.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Jan 30, 2017, 11:08 AM
Is the north side marina accessible
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 30, 2017, 12:36 PM
I got to that ridge and my legs turned to rubber.
Tony was on the other side probably laughing at a few of the texts that won't be shared here.
I stuck one fish before I crossed it in 20fow or so. Set the hook a foot or so under the ice and had it on top with zero retrieve.
Has anyone noticed better luck with plastics as opposed to spoons? I'm still learning.
I had a harder time getting them to follow any pimples or buckshots. Big or small.
The few fish that I did catch all hit a plastic. I must've had 20 fish follow within 10' of the surface jigging a plastic bait. The spoons never got chased for more than 5 or 10'.

I only fished it once this year and it was slow. Landed 7 and my buddy 8. All on plastics. Actually plastic. I was turned on to a specific plastic from a member of this site a couple years ago and haven't really found a reason to fish anything else sens. I did try a couple different pimples at schroon when we there when the fish stopped chasing and they wouldn't even react to the spoons. One thing i notice about schroon and see other guys mention i think low accord said something along the lines. When they get picky and wont really chase or are chasing and not hitting, i have found that if i open the bail and let it fall to the bottom, sometimes you'll see it disappear but line will continue to spool off. Or you see the fish following you down and all of a sudden the fish will stop and so will your bait. And when all else fails, i lift the bait a couple inchs off the bottom and slowly drop back to the bottom. Just kinda pumping it off the bottom a few inchs. Sometimes they will slam it like that and sometimes you will just feel something different. Hope that helps slyr, I still have my best luck with perch on a jig you turned me onto so if your interested in the plastic i speak of shoot me a message and ill pay it forward.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Jan 30, 2017, 01:44 PM
If it makes you feel any better, it has a nickname:  Screw'em Lake.   The fish in the lake get funky at times.   Very frustrating lake until you can start putting patterns together.

So my 2 main lakes are Screw'em Lake and The Dead Sea. Fine choices I've made for myself lol. Oh well, I'll keep learning. Lots of tips to be had here by just reading.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Jan 30, 2017, 02:38 PM
I only fished it once this year and it was slow. Landed 7 and my buddy 8........

Sounds like a great day to me jimi, guess I have low expectations when it comes to fishing  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Growler_ on Jan 30, 2017, 03:50 PM
Fished schooner this weekend. 1 keeper laker and a few drinks. Fished in 40-60fow. Had several hookups but dropped 4 fish. First time there, beautiful lake and my buddy and I had a blast.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 30, 2017, 04:03 PM
So we were fishing the southern end and there were some guys out by the pressure ridge and open water area.
After awhile and a few snow squalls everyone seemed to dissappear,  except 3 tip ups.
Noticed 1 had a flag so I watched awhile.  After about an hr nobody was even near the tip up so I said screw it and went over to find a spooled trap and it was hung up on the bottom. Was able to retrieve about 30' of line and gave up not wanting to break someone's gear , just yet. By that I mean pulling the line until it broke or came free.
Laid the trap on the ice and went back to my shanty,  decided if those traps are still there when I leave they are coming outta the water. We're they mine , nope , we're they attended , nope.
An hour later a guy comes out and starts jigging around so I go talk , he asked if I found an ice anchor,  yup I did , it was screwed in and forgotten when they left the day before.  Was it mine to unscrew from the ice and put in my sled , no and yes . I told him I was glad to return it to its owner that came back to retrieve it.

Now back to the traps,  after another hr of the trap lying on the ice this group show up from way over on the east end to pick up gear from the west side which you clearly couldn't see from that distance.
Turns out the fish unsnagged it's self from being wrapped around something and a 26" laker was iced .

Please folks , I don't want to take your gear , I don't like seeing things just left on the ice . Things happen and things get lost or forgotten.  Let's just try and do the right thing as sportsman
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 30, 2017, 04:07 PM
Sounds like a great day to me jimi, guess I have low expectations when it comes to fishing  ;D

Wasnt a bad day by any means just couldnt find bigger fish. Might head out that way on saturday morning, not quite sure yet.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 30, 2017, 07:17 PM
Got some feedback about my post and nothing was intentional,  the traps were just forgot upon a move and I understand the situation.  It was no harm no foul. If the flag didn't go off I wouldn't have even bothered.

My post was just to make folks aware that you need by regulations be in attendance of "live" fishing gear.
If it were to happen to me again,  I'd do the same thing.  Pull the traps as technical,  they are in violation.
No I'm not the law and I'm not calling the Dec either,  just trying to do the right thing from a sportsman point of view.

Good luck to all that head out to enjoy the fisheries. 
Don't forget your stuff, I got enough of my own  lol :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 31, 2017, 08:15 AM
it is beyond me how when you decide to pick up and move locations, you don't have all your gear. I can understand forgetting an ice scooper, or a thing of grubs...but to forget 3 tip ups???? give me a break!! when I pick up , I count. its not like you are picking up 25 tip ups. you are picking up A WHOLE WHOPPING 7!!!! even less at times. there is no excuse in daylight hours to leave 3 tipups and using the excuse...."oops I forgot"
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Jan 31, 2017, 08:25 AM
it is beyond me how when you decide to pick up and move locations, you don't have all your gear. I can understand forgetting an ice scooper, or a thing of grubs...but to forget 3 tip ups???? give me a break!! when I pick up , I count. its not like you are picking up 25 tip ups. you are picking up A WHOLE WHOPPING 7!!!! even less at times. there is no excuse in daylight hours to leave 3 tipups and using the excuse...."oops I forgot"
was thinking the same thing. Sure The guy didn't feel like winding them up and moving them so just let them.fish while he went to another area. You don't just forget tip ups
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Jan 31, 2017, 08:39 AM
Got some feedback about my post and nothing was intentional,  the traps were just forgot upon a move and I understand the situation.  It was no harm no foul. If the flag didn't go off I wouldn't have even bothered.

My post was just to make folks aware that you need by regulations be in attendance of "live" fishing gear.
If it were to happen to me again,  I'd do the same thing.  Pull the traps as technical,  they are in violation.
No I'm not the law and I'm not calling the Dec either,  just trying to do the right thing from a sportsman point of view.

Good luck to all that head out to enjoy the fisheries. 
Don't forget your stuff, I got enough of my own  lol :)

Good on you Tuna.   Mistakes happen, you were the good guy here (as always).   Hope to see you on the king!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 31, 2017, 09:19 AM
Let's not beat this up, it wasn't intentionally done and explained what happened and I understand.  Based on the situation as I know now, I'm actually glad he Iced the fish and someone was able to get this person out there fishing. I hope someday someone would be as kind to take me if I was in that position. 
More care will be taken next time I was assured. 

Lance,  looks like I might just have planned my vacation of Feb 20th week just right :)
See you on the hhardwater
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 31, 2017, 09:25 AM
it is beyond me how when you decide to pick up and move locations, you don't have all your gear. I can understand forgetting an ice scooper, or a thing of grubs...but to forget 3 tip ups???? give me a break!! when I pick up , I count. its not like you are picking up 25 tip ups. you are picking up A WHOLE WHOPPING 7!!!! even less at times. there is no excuse in daylight hours to leave 3 tipups and using the excuse...."oops I forgot"
to set the record straight he did not pick up and move locations he picked up and moved about 100 yards away. Unfortunately the person in question has brain cancer and is partially blind. We were all keeping an eye on the tipups and then we had the rolling whiteouts come through and yes we could not see them during that time. then we ended up grilling on the ice and yes for a little while we neglected looking at them but for a little while but we were in no way breaking any laws. we could clearly see the with binoculars which ik many people do on the regular. just happened we had rolling whiteouts that blocked our view for some time. I was just happy to see his face light up when he had a nice meal on the end of his line for the night. Guy is tough as nails and to still be enjoying the sport while being in his situation, i only hope if that ever happens to me i still have the will to do what i love
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 31, 2017, 09:32 AM
Well, you're 100 yards and mine might just be a little different,  lol.
You guys we way over on the other side of the lake.  We thought the owner left the ice and could barely see the group over there.  For sure not in attendance,  ;) if you knew they were there then that's not cool.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 31, 2017, 09:37 AM
hey tony you still at 307? Iv only been in twice this year but didnt see you there either time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 31, 2017, 09:38 AM
What I am going to take away from this, is if I encounter tip ups like that I will wind them up to keep them from being spooled and having ghost line in the water. Then I will refrain from thinking the worst about the person (which is something I have done).  Wish you still had to have your name on your gear.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 31, 2017, 09:49 AM
Somethings are better left for the law to handle...thus avoiding such a situation. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Jan 31, 2017, 09:56 AM
unfortunately  after the snow stopped when were were looking at the tipups the tipup was laying on the ground so we wouldnt have been able to see it ragardless. Ive got nothing against what you did tending to it... but when a heritage tipup is laying on the ground you wouldn't be able to see it even if you were 100 ft away...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Jan 31, 2017, 10:12 AM
I was always told, "if its not yours, don't touch it" same applies here. I have my name and number on mine incase one falls out of the sled on the way to or from the lake.  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Jan 31, 2017, 10:18 AM
I fished by someone's unattended tip up for 8 hours Sunday on Schroon. Northwest corner of Clarke's Island in 30 fow. No one checked it all day, no one appeared to stay within eyesight of it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 31, 2017, 10:35 AM
I give everyone's stuff respect. But line spooled out strewn across the lake is a potential hazard to wildlife and people. When a swimmer gets caught in ice fishing line, or someone finds an eagle wrapped up in it we all look bad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Jan 31, 2017, 12:07 PM
hahahaha. whatever, it doesn't matter. this just gives us all reasons to complain and vent our opinions. all in all, we are all right and no one is wrong
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 31, 2017, 12:35 PM
I got out for a few hours this morning.  It was brutal.  I couldn't keep my fingers warm.  But the ice was growing fast and singing all around me!   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 31, 2017, 12:41 PM
And for the record,  they were NOT herratige lakers and not very tall traps. They did have a name on the trap. The 1 that was stuck on the bottom was laid on the ground,  the other 2 were still in a "live" position.  We were about 75 yards  from the traps and could see them plain as day.  It sat with the flag up for about an hr AFTER the squalls moved through.

IMO , they were unattended and not cool
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Jan 31, 2017, 02:05 PM
again, they weren't yours, if you have a problem with the way they were left call DEC
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 31, 2017, 03:30 PM
hahahaha. whatever, it doesn't matter. this just gives us all reasons to complain and vent our opinions. all in all, we are all right and no one is wrong
Couldn't agree more I consider it the great hall of ice fishing philosophers ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 31, 2017, 08:23 PM
Back to reports, went out or of adirondack today, 9 inches most spots, and of course crazy loud with the temps today.  Did not get to touch a fish though, first one lost on the ducer, second shook of while trying to turn on camera, and then my battery (or all three old 12 v I rotate) died for the finder at 2 pm. That was a blow to morale more then the lost fish, but I decided to go old school.  Went in to 12-14 fow and did some sight fishing.  Personally I do this by laying on the ice and blocking the light in the hole as best I can.  I had three or four fish come in (all average) but not takers.  Still very cool seeing them visually. Little bit of a long skunking report, oh well!

Anyone try a lithium battery for their marcum or vex? I'll prolly just buy two new cheep ones and take these three old ones out of rotation, but I am tempted at going all in.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 01, 2017, 11:31 AM
Never had a 40lb striper destroy a jig or plug from shore have you?  Once I got into that it took buying a boat to get back into freshwater fishing. 

The lake trout definitely fill the gap while I wait for the stripers to return!
I can't say that I have. One of these days, possibly I'll try it. I enjoy catching them in the river from time to time.  I'm sure it's a different caliber of fish though. Like i said, it was an opinion. But yes, Lakers through the ice defiantly fill the void. Whether you're a striped bass fisherman or a green and brown bass angler.  :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmon on Feb 02, 2017, 06:41 AM
Back to reports, went out or of adirondack today, 9 inches most spots, and of course crazy loud with the temps today.  Did not get to touch a fish though, first one lost on the ducer, second shook of while trying to turn on camera, and then my battery (or all three old 12 v I rotate) died for the finder at 2 pm. That was a blow to morale more then the lost fish, but I decided to go old school.  Went in to 12-14 fow and did some sight fishing.  Personally I do this by laying on the ice and blocking the light in the hole as best I can.  I had three or four fish come in (all average) but not takers.  Still very cool seeing them visually. Little bit of a long skunking report, oh well!

Anyone try a lithium battery for their marcum or vex? I'll prolly just buy two new cheep ones and take these three old ones out of rotation, but I am tempted at going all in.
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I have owned a Marcum LX-5 and a Vexilar Fl-28.  The Marcum is a battery eater.  It is a great unit but it tends to eat up batteries.  If you own this unit and like it, I would spring for the Lithium battery or get two 9 amp regular lead/acid batteries.  The Fl-28 is much easier on batteries.  My Vexilar will run all day on a single charge.  One trick I learned with the Marcum is to disconnect the the terminal leads after you charge the unit.  The digital read out will slowly drain the battery.  Hopefully this helps.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jbird73 on Feb 02, 2017, 12:38 PM
Absolutely if it ain't yours you shouldn't touch it

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: countryrebel127 on Feb 02, 2017, 05:33 PM
Heading to schroon in the morning what are the conditions as far as snow/slush ? Thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 02, 2017, 05:38 PM
I doubt you will see any slush it's COLD up there you might see me in the morning depending where you're fishing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmon on Feb 02, 2017, 07:25 PM
Was up there on Wednesday and just snow on ice, no slush.  Ice is 10 inches or more on north basin.  Snow is probably 3-4 inches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 02, 2017, 09:15 PM
Fishmon thanks for the battery info.  I am going with a two pack of 12v 9 ah for this season, and I might upgrade to the lithium 10ah next season.  It's tempting, especally the lighter factor for hole hopping, but damn that's a lot of coin (99$ plus shipping)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmon on Feb 03, 2017, 06:42 AM
Fishmon thanks for the battery info.  I am going with a two pack of 12v 9 ah for this season, and I might upgrade to the lithium 10ah next season.  It's tempting, especally the lighter factor for hole hopping, but damn that's a lot of coin (99$ plus shipping)

Yup!  That is a lot of $$, but I think prices will drop just like the LED light bulbs.  Technology is getting better all the time and eventually costs will drop.  If you told me 10 years ago that I would be able to drill 30 or more holes with a cordless drill attached to my trusty Nils, I would have laughed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jedthebearman on Feb 03, 2017, 11:24 AM
Hey guys, heading up to Chestertown tomorrow, wanted to get out on the ice for a bit. wondering if any one had any information on Loon Lake? Access? any unsafe spots to stay away from, i know there is a dam at the end of the lake. any information would help!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 03, 2017, 12:35 PM
The dam is way below the lake.  Most of the fishing is north end or off Adirondack.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 03, 2017, 01:51 PM
Yup!  That is a lot of $$, but I think prices will drop just like the LED light bulbs.  Technology is getting better all the time and eventually costs will drop.  If you told me 10 years ago that I would be able to drill 30 or more holes with a cordless drill attached to my trusty Nils, I would have laughed.

Yeah, the 2 pack of batteries was 40 shipped from amazon.  Not saying its too much money or anything, but i would love to see it come down in price.  I hadn't even considered the weight, hole hopping with a lx7 is a pain, anything that makes it easier would be welcomed, like a lighter battery.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jedthebearman on Feb 03, 2017, 01:56 PM
The dam is way below the lake.  Most of the fishing is north end or off Adirondack.

Well that is good to know. Thank you man. Any suggestions for parking?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 03, 2017, 07:07 PM
There are spaces just above the boat launch in the north, or even on route 9.   In ADK, by the post office is a lot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Feb 03, 2017, 08:24 PM
There are spaces just above the boat launch in the north, or even on route 9.   In ADK, by the post office is a lot.

I think he's asking about Loon Lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Feb 03, 2017, 09:41 PM
I'll be out on Schroon in the morning giving it another go.... ill be out on the north end seems thats the only area I can find the trout lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 04, 2017, 06:29 AM
I think he's asking about Loon Lake.

Holy crap you're right!   Oops.   :o


Sorry guy. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jedthebearman on Feb 04, 2017, 06:54 AM
It's all good! Appreciate the help.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Feb 04, 2017, 09:29 AM
A lot of people out today a couple small trucks on the ice 12" where I am then a inch or 2 of hardened slush.... missed a big one a couple hours ago wasn't paying attention to the screen 😭
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: t6p on Feb 04, 2017, 11:25 AM
Guys, I caught this fish this morning at Schroon and I'm wondering if it's a brown trout or landlocked salmon. Can anyone identify it? It was 25" and I caught it jigging in about 30' of water.

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t587/bje09/P1010267_zps1sfionhu.jpg)

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t587/bje09/P1010268_zpstqlovhzs.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Chris6 on Feb 04, 2017, 12:31 PM
looks like salmon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SKUNK-MASTER on Feb 04, 2017, 12:35 PM
salmon all the way and huge one at that congrats!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Feb 04, 2017, 12:37 PM
Great LL....  Congratulations......
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 04, 2017, 12:40 PM
(http://i68.tinypic.com/2hd9or9.jpg)

Salmon. Great catch, bud!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: t6p on Feb 04, 2017, 12:56 PM
Wow, thanks so much everyone! I'm so excited about this catch, I've never caught one before so I wasn't sure.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Feb 04, 2017, 01:07 PM
Nice salmon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ice tripper on Feb 04, 2017, 01:29 PM
Beautiful Salmon.Congrats on your catch
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 04, 2017, 01:32 PM
Awesome salmon! One heck of a fish! Congrats!
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Post by: t6p on Feb 04, 2017, 02:05 PM
Thanks again everyone! Definitely one of the best catches of my life.
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Post by: Fishmon on Feb 04, 2017, 02:31 PM
That is one beautiful fish!  Did you measure/weigh it?

Congrats!
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Post by: FishnChef on Feb 04, 2017, 02:33 PM
Beautifil salmon. Congrats
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Post by: t6p on Feb 04, 2017, 02:36 PM
That is one beautiful fish!  Did you measure/weigh it?

Congrats!

Thanks! I didn't weigh it, but it was 25".
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Post by: step2jimi on Feb 04, 2017, 04:06 PM
Great fish man. Happy you got it. I'll be jigging lakers there tomorrow and my buddy wants to set tip ups for salmon.
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Post by: Berkley4life on Feb 04, 2017, 04:17 PM
Nice LL salmon
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Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 04, 2017, 05:50 PM
Nice Salmon
I was out on Schroon today and jigged 8 Lakers with 4 being over18 up to 23in, my tip ups didn't do a dam thing today , not even a wind flag lol
Seems the morning bite was much better than the afternoon , I had one fish after 12 and packed it in at 2:30
All fish caught in 35-45 feet very close to the bottom
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Post by: Loudmouth879 on Feb 04, 2017, 05:56 PM
i had about 5 chasers couldn't make them commit today and the one nice one I messed up on cause i wasn't paying attention and missed the hook set lol... also almost lost the pop-up today... when the first gust of wind kicked up this afternoon shanty almost went for a ride.... didn't have it anchored down... last time i won't anchor at least the inside corners down
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Post by: wec on Feb 04, 2017, 05:59 PM
Awesome salmon.
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Post by: perchinmybucket on Feb 04, 2017, 06:03 PM
Any snow on the south end guys?
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Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 04, 2017, 06:05 PM
Nice Salmon, I'll be out there tomorrow!  :tipup:
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 04, 2017, 06:12 PM
Any snow on the south end guys?

Was down there today, just enough snow to ride a machine.
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Post by: wranglerdrvr on Feb 04, 2017, 07:15 PM
Nice fish!

Headed that way solo tomorrow, if anyone else is in the same boat and wants to meet up drop me a PM.
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Post by: Calciumsoda on Feb 05, 2017, 06:35 AM
Nice salmon. We hit the Nothern end and the action was slow.
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Post by: JneedsNY on Feb 05, 2017, 12:50 PM
 Very slow on the south end, been out all morning only managed one jigging and one smallmouth on a tip up. ...
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Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 05, 2017, 01:04 PM
Laker/perch bite seemed on until like 9am then lake was dead.

Still haven't had a tip up fish on this lake. I may stop bothering with them!
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 05, 2017, 02:45 PM
Fished south basin Sat.  10" good ice, inch of white ice, east shore.   2 Lake trout, one jigging with a gold & black buckshot spoon.  One fat keeper sized Laker 6ft under ice in 28fow on an icicle.  No salmon.  Just an inch or so of snow, lots of snowmobilers, no problems with the pressure ridges I guess.
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Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 05, 2017, 04:33 PM
Went out today from around 8-12 managed about. 6 4-6" perch a handful of smelt and jogged up 1 laker on my ultra light came in short 17.5" all captured are still swimming
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Post by: RedMister on Feb 05, 2017, 05:40 PM
Over the years, I've heard about and watched some folks pull up lakers after Laker. On Friday, I finally caught my first Laker, actually my first two, on Schroon. First time ice fishing Schroon, and was my second time ever being on the lake. I'm pretty happy with the lakers I caught, even though they were 18"-20". They still swim. Some guys I've talked too say they were decent size. How big do they get in Schroon? Average size is?
Salmon is next.
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Post by: tee149 on Feb 06, 2017, 07:40 PM
Took my first trip up to Schroon on Sunday, landed my first laker on a tip up set at 20 fow in an area of 40 fow. Always wanted to try can catch one while jigging, had several fish interested but no takers....Anyone recommend any particular lures or colors? I tried white tube baits, swim baits, lipless rattlebaits like the rapala clackin rap, and Swedish pimples. Sunday seemed very slow as I didn't notice anyone else catching any trout around me. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Will probably go back up this weekend....even though I didn't land one with my jig pole, I'm officially hooked!!
Thanks,
Will

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Post by: wiredstone on Feb 07, 2017, 03:29 AM
.I was out Saturday We got 1 flag 22"salmon   Jigged some perch and a baby laker. Lots of ice
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Post by: WADuckman on Feb 07, 2017, 05:11 AM
Took my first trip up to Schroon on Sunday, landed my first laker on a tip up set at 20 fow in an area of 40 fow. Always wanted to try can catch one while jigging, had several fish interested but no takers....Anyone recommend any particular lures or colors? I tried white tube baits, swim baits, lipless rattlebaits like the rapala clackin rap, and Swedish pimples. Sunday seemed very slow as I didn't notice anyone else catching any trout around me. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Will probably go back up this weekend....even though I didn't land one with my jig pole, I'm officially hooked!!
Thanks,
Will


I did the same thing this weekend had a great time on the lake. Marked fish from my first hole till my last they would chase but not commit. I'm sure I was doing something wrong or they didn't like the jigs I was using.The only advice I can as is a few guys on this list  talking about a #3 white pimple being their lure of choice.Sadly that was the only thing I didn't have in the tackle box. And like you I am now hooked and can't wait to get back up there.
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Post by: prchslyr on Feb 07, 2017, 05:28 AM
I've only made it out on Schroon once this year.
I tried a handful of different things and one jigged worked all day when nothing else produced.
The Keitech (sp?) Vibragrub. They've got them at 307.  ;D
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Post by: o2rmk800 on Feb 07, 2017, 06:40 AM
nice looking salmon!!
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Post by: step2jimi on Feb 07, 2017, 07:49 AM
I've only made it out on Schroon once this year.
I tried a handful of different things and one jigged worked all day when nothing else produced.
The Keitech (sp?) Vibragrub. They've got them at 307.  ;D
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ahhh the toungs (thats what weve been calling them the last few years.) they do work really well at lake george also. And they happen to be great drop shot baits as well.
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Post by: Loudmouth879 on Feb 07, 2017, 07:55 AM
Seems like I may be fishing too deep... from everything I'm reading you guys seem to be in 40 fow or less I've been in the 40-60 fow range hmmm
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Post by: prchslyr on Feb 07, 2017, 09:01 AM
Seems like I may be fishing too deep... from everything I'm reading you guys seem to be in 40 fow or less I've been in the 40-60 fow range hmmm
I had a hard time getting to where I wanted to be a couple weeks ago.
It left me stuck jigging in 25fow until I had the nads to cross a ridge.
I was shocked to put one on the ice and have multiple other fish follow me to just under the ice. The difficulty I have with shallow trout jigging is running out of room on the chase up.
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Post by: step2jimi on Feb 07, 2017, 09:02 AM
i stick to the 60 foot range also, but with that said the bigger lakers have been evading me. Maybe they're swimming shallower waters.
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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 07, 2017, 09:18 AM
I had a hard time getting to where I wanted to be a couple weeks ago.
It left me stuck jigging in 25fow until I had the nads to cross a ridge.
I was shocked to put one on the ice and have multiple other fish follow me to just under the ice. The difficulty I have with shallow trout jigging is running out of room on the chase up.

Running out of room is my #1 reason not to fish 20-30 fow.  I did run out of finder battery last week though and sight fished for 1.5-2 hours in 10-12 feet and was surprised how many came in to look at my jig.  If you've never done that its pretty cool to see, i just lay down with my face over the hole and pull my hood over to block any excess light and jig as deep as i can still see it on the bottom (15 fow in schroon).  when the lakers show up, first thing you notice is the white on their fins, much like brookies.  Other then that they blend in remarkably.  Got four to chase but as i would pull it up they would chase toward the ice but never reach that second gear chase speed that everyone loves to see in the finder.  I think part of that is there is not enough distance for them to get up to speed/ commit.  Not that they always act like that, but just want i observed that day.
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Post by: bigredonice on Feb 07, 2017, 09:19 AM
I don't think there's one all the time magic depth there.   Some spots I've done great in 70 FOW there, other spots slammed 'em at 30 feet.    Never done well deeper than 75 feet there, but thats not to say they won't be in those deeper areas at times.   
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Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 07, 2017, 09:37 AM
I don't think there's one all the time magic depth there.   Some spots I've done great in 70 FOW there, other spots slammed 'em at 30 feet.    Never done well deeper than 75 feet there, but thats not to say they won't be in those deeper areas at times.
40 - 70 fow for me. You just have to be open minded. I've caught them on shore just under the ice, using tipups. Like said before, unless you find that magic bait, you run out of chasing room.
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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 08, 2017, 07:58 PM
Went to Schroon today, mid lake. Thought about George but not with the current conditions.  Made the right choice.  Caught about 10 lakers and lost at least half as many.  Weirdly, the action only got better through the day, first 2 hours nada on the screen. Had to leave at 3:30 or I would have stayed most of the fish were caught in the last 2 hours. FYI no big fish though, just pups. Biggest was 19", most were 17-18".
Two things I've heard mentioned that I witnessed were first, when there are smelt on the screen, and they disappear more suddenly then usual, there's a reason. When this happened lakers showed within seconds.
Secondly,if you see a mark high in the water column, show it your lure.  Found a salmon today doing that, but I lost it at the hole.  Man can those fish pull drag fast! Not necessarily stronger then lakers but faster I think?
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Post by: Fishmon on Feb 09, 2017, 07:00 AM
Went to Schroon today, mid lake. Thought about George but not with the current conditions.  Made the right choice.  Caught about 10 lakers and lost at least half as many.  Weirdly, the action only got better through the day, first 2 hours nada on the screen. Had to leave at 3:30 or I would have stayed most of the fish were caught in the last 2 hours. FYI no big fish though, just pups. Biggest was 19", most were 17-18".
Two things I've heard mentioned that I witnessed were first, when there are smelt on the screen, and they disappear more suddenly then usual, there's a reason. When this happened lakers showed within seconds.
Secondly,if you see a mark high in the water column, show it your lure.  Found a salmon today doing that, but I lost it at the hole.  Man can those fish pull drag fast! Not necessarily stronger then lakers but faster I think?

Talledaga Fast! ;D
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Post by: JneedsNY on Feb 09, 2017, 07:38 AM
Sounds familiar to plenty of my experience, Spoondangler.   Lots of mornings, first light, i'll drill a hole and turn on the electronics immediately and will see salmon jetting 10-15ft below the ice. haven't had a taker, but it's clear that those high marks are fish!

My magic depth so far is 45'; just enough chasing room and a nice depth for a clear screen.
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Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 09, 2017, 09:23 AM
U guys get any snow up that way last night /today?! Masons don't work in the snow ...they go fishing
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Post by: tee149 on Feb 09, 2017, 09:40 AM
Went to Schroon today, mid lake. Thought about George but not with the current conditions.  Made the right choice.  Caught about 10 lakers and lost at least half as many.  Weirdly, the action only got better through the day, first 2 hours nada on the screen. Had to leave at 3:30 or I would have stayed most of the fish were caught in the last 2 hours. FYI no big fish though, just pups. Biggest was 19", most were 17-18".
Two things I've heard mentioned that I witnessed were first, when there are smelt on the screen, and they disappear more suddenly then usual, there's a reason. When this happened lakers showed within seconds.
Secondly,if you see a mark high in the water column, show it your lure.  Found a salmon today doing that, but I lost it at the hole.  Man can those fish pull drag fast! Not necessarily stronger then lakers but faster I think?
Might I ask what type of lure you were using?
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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 09, 2017, 10:03 AM
they were biting a spoon and a jig with plastic.  the fish were spitting up some really small smelt, like 1 inch, which obviously are a great addition to any spoon or jig.
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 09, 2017, 04:45 PM
I'm making the 2+ hour ride up again. Read all 47 pages here, some archived pages, the entire report section and took notes on all of it. Made a bunch of changes in equipment and planned tactics. Damn, I'm ready for my 1st Schroon laker. Hopefully pics will follow.
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Post by: WADuckman on Feb 09, 2017, 04:59 PM
I'm making the 2+ hour ride up again. Read all 47 pages here, some archived pages, the entire report section and took notes on all of it. Made a bunch of changes in equipment and planned tactics. Damn, I'm ready for my 1st Schroon laker. Hopefully pics will follow.


Good luck AriettaBob!!
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Post by: o2rmk800 on Feb 09, 2017, 05:01 PM
Good luck Bob. If anything you will get a great view of the adirondacks
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 09, 2017, 05:05 PM
U guys get any snow up that way last night /today?! Masons don't work in the snow ...they go fishing
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We got about 3" snow today.
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 09, 2017, 05:38 PM
Thanks Guys. I've only been to Schroon 3 times but I'm already loving the area. It's beautiful and has a great "feel" to it. A growler of Paragon Beaver Bite will keep me company as well.
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Post by: ship of fools on Feb 10, 2017, 07:25 AM
A growler of Paragon Beaver Bite will keep me company as well.

Good to know you were paying attention when you read this   ;D
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 10, 2017, 07:28 AM
Good to know you were paying attention when you read this   ;D
Fishing is about more than fish on the ice...we both understand that, lol.
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Post by: Cpg39 on Feb 10, 2017, 12:30 PM
Hey guys,

Ice fishing and schroon newbie, just wondering how much ice is on the water these days and which section of the lake might be good for getting bit. I'm certainly not concerned about catching the big girls, just want some tension on my line. Looking to head up Sunday with a friend who's equally as excited and unknowledgable as I am.
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Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 10, 2017, 12:38 PM
Over a foot of ice where I'm sitting.   I just lost something nice on my tip up.   No idea what it was.  I'm in 20fow over a rock pile between the basin just south of Eagle and W OL.    Never seen anybody fish here before.   Trying a new spot.
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Post by: icecaptain14 on Feb 10, 2017, 03:54 PM
any one know how the south launch is looking is the ice accessible from there or not
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Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 11, 2017, 01:38 PM
I saw a guy walking across the ice with his dog Friday going North.  I wouldn't take a vehicle off it. 
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 11, 2017, 02:32 PM
any one know how the south launch is looking is the ice accessible from there or not

South launch in Horicon is only safe in the bay to the north.  Rest was open water last week.  That is the area where a guy died last year.
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Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 11, 2017, 05:33 PM
Tough bite for us today we managed 6 Lakers 14-21 inches
All fish caught b4  10am
All on the Jig
Once again the tip ups were out for show and no go !!!!
Zero wind today made for a very comfy day on the ice
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 11, 2017, 08:50 PM
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Thanks to everyone here who offered up advice to me or at any point posted a little tidbit on these 47 pages. Did 8 lakers today, my 1st ice lakers ever. What beautiful fish Schroon has.

Biggest was 28". Couldn't be happier.
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Post by: biggmike on Feb 11, 2017, 09:21 PM
Nice fish brought my son and great nephew and we managed to  get a 24.5  inch laker they had a blast
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Post by: ship of fools on Feb 12, 2017, 03:01 AM
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2qs2m2h.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/35hdy5h.jpg)
Thanks to everyone here who offered up advice to me or at any point posted a little tidbit on these 47 pages. Did 8 lakers today, my 1st ice lakers ever. What beautiful fish Schroon has.

Biggest was 28". Couldn't be happier.

Awesome - well done! 

How was the Beaver Bite?  ;D
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 12, 2017, 04:39 AM
[quote How was the Beaver Bite?  ;D
[/quote]

The Beaver Bite was fantastic. It's great how you can get that and hunts both from Crossroads. I had to make the 2 hour ride home, so only some got drank, but it'll get finished today.
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Post by: masoneddie on Feb 12, 2017, 05:27 AM
Congratulations on the lakers AriettaBob...great pictures...thanks for sharing your catch and story, some really helpful guys here!!   :clap: :thumbsup:
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Post by: wec on Feb 12, 2017, 07:20 AM
Nice lakers, congrats.
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Post by: tee149 on Feb 12, 2017, 09:42 AM
Great job Ariettabob!!! Awesome lakers!! Might be heading up tomorrow if weather permits do you mind me asking what were they hitting on? Thanks
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 12, 2017, 09:56 AM
Great job Ariettabob!!! Awesome lakers!! Might be heading up tomorrow if weather permits do you mind me asking what were they hitting on? Thanks

I don't mind at all. I caught most on hunts, one jigging with a swedish pimple. Good luck.
Have you ever been to Schroon? If not I STRONGLY suggest reading this entire thread. A wealth of info is in here.
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Post by: tee149 on Feb 12, 2017, 10:07 AM
Yes I went last Sunday by the narrows caught a nice 24 incher on a tip up and had a bunch on the flasher interested but no takers. Was an amazing time and I'm hooked...just trying to figure out what lure they may prefer..I tried several different jigs, tubes, and rattle baits.. Thanks for the info
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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 12, 2017, 11:28 AM
Nice job.  That first fish is a tank! 
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Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 12, 2017, 01:07 PM
Nice job.  That first fish is a tank!


He has 4ft long arms!      ;D



That is a real nice one.
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 12, 2017, 01:41 PM
Nice job.  That first fish is a tank!

Thanks. I was happy.
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Post by: AriettaBob on Feb 12, 2017, 01:42 PM

He has 4ft long arms!      ;D



That is a real nice one.

Yes I was holding him out a bit, but 4'? Come on, lol.  ;)
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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 12, 2017, 01:44 PM
Yes I was holding him out a bit, but 4'? Come on, lol.  ;)

no, he's right, now that I look at it again, its an optical illusion. ;D

Thats what long arms are for!
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Post by: adksmitty on Feb 12, 2017, 01:56 PM
AriettaBob,,,, That's a good day on Schroon For sure. That's a beauty. Congrats. Nice colors too.
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Post by: Raquettedacker on Feb 12, 2017, 02:13 PM
Great laker Bob. Congratulations..... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: countryrebel127 on Feb 12, 2017, 04:25 PM
I see a lot of post about people accessing off of "Adirondack", where exactly is this access point? ive only ever fished off the launch on the north end and am looking to try a different spot. thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 12, 2017, 07:54 PM
Town beach. 
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Post by: countryrebel127 on Feb 12, 2017, 08:21 PM
Town beach.
thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jimc1965 on Feb 13, 2017, 03:17 AM
Can anyone recommend a place to stay close to Schroon Lake? Looking to take a trip up there in March. Thank you for your help.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 13, 2017, 06:55 AM
Lee's corner motel in pottersville.    There's also Panther Mountain Inn in Chestertown.  I THINK Word of Life has a hotel on the North end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 13, 2017, 05:19 PM
Heading up tomorrow through thursday, anyone have an update on the north end snow/ slush situation?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tee149 on Feb 13, 2017, 06:21 PM
Went out today by the narrows...was the only one  out there was a surreal feeling... slush wasn't bad but man pulling my sled in and out was easily an hr and a serious work out....bring an atv or snowmobile...easily 8" on top of lake..wind was howling but still managed to jig up 3 lakers from 15-18" and a 20" on a tip up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 13, 2017, 06:44 PM
Went out today by the narrows...was the only one  out there was a surreal feeling... slush wasn't bad but man pulling my sled in and out was easily an hr and a serious work out....bring an atv or snowmobile...easily 8" on top of lake..wind was howling but still managed to jig up 3 lakers from 15-18" and a 20" on a tip up.

Was planning on bringing the snowmobile...went out to the garage and one of the trailer tires is flat and off the bead. No idea what happened. So I'll be hoofing it, smitty sled pulls easy in the snow. Wind and weather looks good for the next couple days. Thanks for the heads up!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tee149 on Feb 13, 2017, 07:10 PM
You got it...good luck let me know how you make out!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mccabedoug on Feb 14, 2017, 07:43 AM
Truth be told, I've not read all 49 pages of this thread. Got a bunch more to read.

If one were to target northerns this weekend in Schroon Lake on foot, any advice where to access & fish given the ice and snow? Haven't fished Schroon in 20+ years.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 15, 2017, 07:17 AM
Fished yesterday afternoon, one small laker and a bunch of chasers, no flags on the salmon traps. About 8" of snow but there's some snowmobile tracks. Back at it today!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Isles91 on Feb 18, 2017, 09:56 PM
Fished Schroon today and what a gorgeous day it was.  Temp was 50 degrees with light winds and good Laker action the entire day (although walking was a PITA).  Managed to land my best Lake Trout yet, which was definitely the icing on the cake!

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Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 18, 2017, 10:03 PM
Wow that's a solid fish. Congrats!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RedneckofLatham on Feb 19, 2017, 05:53 AM
Getting slushy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TheThinIce on Feb 19, 2017, 08:28 AM
Wonder if there will still be ice this coming weekend after this weeks temps 😢
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: stickbait on Feb 19, 2017, 12:11 PM
Hey guys,coming over from Maine to fish the derby. Never been on the lake before,probably be on the west shore of north basin,any areas I should be extra cautious of,in terms of ice conditions?
Thx for the help.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 19, 2017, 01:45 PM
You might better check back few days before the Derby. 50's yesterday and today, single numbers Monday night, then mild again Wed - Fri.  No way to predict 2 weeks out in these conditions.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: stickbait on Feb 19, 2017, 01:47 PM
You might better check back few days before the Derby. 50's yesterday and today, single numbers Monday night, then mild again Wed - Fri.  No way to predict 2 weeks out in these conditions.
Thx,will do.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 20, 2017, 10:25 AM
Was wondering if anyone had a report on the conditions this weekend. A few buddies and I had planned on going up for the whole weekend. I know this week looks really warm. Just trying to see if there is still enough ice to last through the week.


The original plan was to bring up sleds or quads (depending on the snow) and spend a day at Schroon and/or Paradox. Hopefully mother nature doesn't screw us up too much lol. We already have a cabin booked.

Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Feb 20, 2017, 01:03 PM
We were on at Adirondack a little south of the inlet on Friday, snow was 6-15 inches where it had drifted. Ice was about 12 inches thick.  I expect a good bit of snow will be melting this week but I would think ice should be good for this weekend.  I would be careful around any inlets with increased flow from melt.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 20, 2017, 02:18 PM
I was south of Eagle and saw the same, but less snow.  Most I saw was a foot or so.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: t6p on Feb 20, 2017, 07:42 PM
As of late this morning most of the snow has melted off. Creepers were a must and there was a hard crust on top of the ice that was starting to melt when I left around noon. Judging by the forecast I expect it's going to be very sloppy this coming weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 21, 2017, 11:32 AM
Taking another shot, South end. No flags zero action on the sonar so far. A warm thanks to whoever fished yesterday, it was great chipping an inch of ice off old holes. Measuring 10", air bubbles through the top 7", with a couple inches of frozen slush. It's all glare ice, definitely,need spikes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 21, 2017, 12:19 PM
For anyone wanting a good safe spot to fish the next few days Eagle Lake towards Ti would be a good choice. 20-24" ice on the small side.  Slow yesterday but my buddy did manage a big Largemouth Bass about 6-7 lbs.  Schroon also remains safe, just be aware of inlets as things warm up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 21, 2017, 12:31 PM
Someone actually say creepers are a must? Crazy seeing as I was trudging through 10" of powder about 4 days ago.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wranglerdrvr on Feb 21, 2017, 01:32 PM
Yeah, I was there Yesterday and without them all that refrozen slush was sliiiick!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 21, 2017, 03:02 PM
Yeah it's a skating rink out here. Not a single flag or mark on the sonar so far this is ridiculous.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JohnnyII on Feb 21, 2017, 06:38 PM
Heading up Thursday for the first time. Any suggestions for locally owned bait shops in the area?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 21, 2017, 07:29 PM
For anyone wanting a good safe spot to fish the next few days Eagle Lake towards Ti would be a good choice. 20-24" ice on the small side.  Slow yesterday but my buddy did manage a big Largemouth Bass about 6-7 lbs.  Schroon also remains safe, just be aware of inlets as things warm up.

Such a awesome lake.

Anyone ever get any big northerns there? Or trout?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 21, 2017, 07:38 PM
Heading up Thursday for the first time. Any suggestions for locally owned bait shops in the area?

Fish 307 or Crossroads
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 22, 2017, 05:08 AM
There's one in the village too!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 22, 2017, 08:02 AM
Anyone ever get any big northerns there? Or trout?

you can add giant perch and crappies to that list too  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 22, 2017, 08:42 AM
you can add giant perch and crappies to that list too  ;)

Never caught any of those there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 22, 2017, 10:25 AM
Never caught any of those there.

Must not exist then  :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 22, 2017, 10:30 AM
Must not exist then  :P

there's a gorgeous camp for sale just down from the causeway, and past the first point.  I think they want $300k for it.   I used to stay there when I was younger.   Good friend of mine from school, his family owns it.   I learned a lot at that lake.   Learned how to troll leadcore for browns.   How to target big perch and crappie in the summer.   How to use a flasher in the winter.  How to use super light ice blue rods to catch finicky giant perch in the winter.  I drilled my first hole with a nils hand auger on that lake.   Eagle and me got a lil' history.  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 22, 2017, 10:37 AM
Big fish are in there, it's finding them that's the hard part!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 22, 2017, 10:40 AM
Big fish are in there, it's finding them that's the hard part!

The specific patterns that work in that lake are unreal.   Its like they have a PhD. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tree-on on Feb 22, 2017, 10:45 AM
Fish 307 or Crossroads
Was at crossroads on Sunday, generous with his bait count. And they have food and drinks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 22, 2017, 11:11 AM
The specific patterns that work in that lake are unreal.   Its like they have a PhD.

I know big fish are in there. How we catch the big bass in the summer there is like no other... I believe it has to do with the water clarity of that lake which is insane. We have caught largemouths as big as 7.6lbs there... I'm surprised to hear it has big perch and crappie tho. Only started fishing the lake 2 years ago, and have learned a crazy amount from it just by scanning the lake....fish are everywhere it seems but there are hot spots.

And the weed beds in that crazy are rediculous. I have never seen weeds so green in my life....they look fake. They hold a boat load of fish too. We caught some giant bullhead in the summer in the weeds too... that was interesting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 22, 2017, 11:20 AM
I like fishing Eagle, always good ice, and the Brown Trout out of there are delicious.  We've caught them suspended and on bottom.  Best fishing for us has always been before or during a storm.  Had my share of dreadfully slow days when bright and sunny there as well. My experience has been icicles and hunts will outfish shiners for the browns.  Remember limiting out (old limit 10) on browns during a snowy day years ago. Wish I had better access to the big side, best spots are a long walk, and my hips are shot. Never caught a crappie there, I think they're a myth, like a yeti!   ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 22, 2017, 11:24 AM
I like fishing Eagle, always good ice, and the Brown Trout out of there are delicious.  We've caught them suspended and on bottom.  Best fishing for us has always been before or during a storm.  Had my share of dreadfully slow days when bright and sunny there as well. My experience has been icicles and hunts will outfish shiners for the browns.  Remember limiting out (old limit 10) on browns during a snowy day years ago. Wish I had better access to the big side, best spots are a long walk, and my hips are shot. Never caught a crappie there, I think they're a myth, like a yeti!   ;) ;) ;)

From the bait I have seen in there it makes sense why they prefer hunts and iciles so much. We have physcsly seen schools of baby browns cruising in the summer, but have never targeted them. Always went there for a easy day if. Ass fishing after I got sick of Champlain lol. There Hastings some giant pike in there tho... we never seem to get away from those 25-30"ers there tho.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 22, 2017, 11:38 AM
From the bait I have seen in there it makes sense why they prefer hunts and iciles so much. We have physcsly seen schools of baby browns cruising in the summer, but have never targeted them. Always went there for a easy day if. Ass fishing after I got sick of Champlain lol. There Hastings some giant pike in there tho... we never seem to get away from those 25-30"ers there tho.

This is the 1000th reply on this tread, shouldn't you be given free minnows or something!   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 22, 2017, 02:44 PM
heading up Friday fishing the north end hopefully not to sloppy for the weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 22, 2017, 02:55 PM
Next four days looks like nail in  ice fishing contest coffin?? Rain and 60 degrees!!! Hope not but looks Grimm!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 22, 2017, 05:40 PM
How do the narrows look for ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 22, 2017, 05:59 PM
Bring a kayak with ya after this week 😥😥😥
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hairbone on Feb 22, 2017, 06:41 PM
Caught a crappie in my aluminum boat on the small side one summer.  Some giant pike there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Feb 22, 2017, 10:57 PM
Anyone have any info on ice at Putnam pond ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Feb 23, 2017, 01:41 AM
Theres definetly big crappie on Eagle.  I ran into a mother load of them 3 years ago ice fishing a spot I had never seen anyone fishing.  I made the mistake of telling the wrong person and the next time I went there, there were 13 guys fishing them.  Within 2 years that spot was wiped out and now not a crappie to be found in that area......stupid mouth.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 23, 2017, 11:19 AM
Schroon Lake conditions mid day Thurs.  I think the days of driving a truck or car are shot.  Mid 50's right now, with sun. Quite a few guys out there today.  Depends on how much rain we get Sat.  If only 1/2 inch ok, if we get 1-2", then the lake will significantly rise, screwing up the edges. Night time temps next week forecasted to be in the mid teens.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hairbone on Feb 23, 2017, 12:39 PM
Thanks for the update.  Is it slushy?  Trying to decide on atv or sled for tomorrow?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Feb 23, 2017, 03:33 PM
(http://i1167.photobucket.com/albums/q621/icecaptain15/IMG_0160_zpszmpnxsf6.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Feb 23, 2017, 03:36 PM
(http://i1167.photobucket.com/albums/q621/icecaptain15/IMG_0161_zpsd8qckotn.jpg) eagle lake both pictures
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TheThinIce on Feb 23, 2017, 03:42 PM
Any info on Paradox? Coming from south and only got to fish the Challenge this year due to no safe ice here. I'm aware of the temps I just want to make sure the edges are good and I can access it. I'm assuming it'll be ok considering Schroon is still holding up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Feb 23, 2017, 03:45 PM
Any info on Paradox? Coming from south and only got to fish the Challenge this year due to no safe ice here. I'm aware of the temps I just want to make sure the edges are good and I can access it. I'm assuming it'll be ok considering Schroon is still holding up.

Checked it yesterday but didn't go out to far lot of snow on the lake unknown bout today ice was around 12 inches
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Feb 23, 2017, 10:55 PM
Any info on Paradox? Coming from south and only got to fish the Challenge this year due to no safe ice here. I'm aware of the temps I just want to make sure the edges are good and I can access it. I'm assuming it'll be ok considering Schroon is still holding up.


I measured 16" of ice on tuesday.  Most of the snow has melted maybe 3 inches of soft snow/ ice on top of the good ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 24, 2017, 02:57 AM
How do the narrows look for ice

 pm me Shawn.  You need to delete some messages in your inbox, it's full, and won't allow anyone to send you anything.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TheThinIce on Feb 24, 2017, 10:15 AM
Anyone want to meet up on Schroon or Paradox tmrw? I want to head up with my dad if there's safe ice. I'd really like to get him out before he's not able to anymore :/
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 25, 2017, 03:24 PM
Had a decent day on the water. Two lakers (one keeper) and a bunch of small perch.

On a side note to the locals.... South of the launch in Schroon there is a small one or two man black homemade shanty on skis. Trying to track down the owner. No name or number on it. It broke loose around 2pm and the wind blew it all the way over towards some open water. It was close to going in, so we dragged it over to the launch and put it on the beach. If anyone knows the owner please let then know.

Thanks,
Rob
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 25, 2017, 03:55 PM
Edges are starting to recede.
Still sleds and wheelers out there but they are tearing up some of the walkers access
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 25, 2017, 07:10 PM
5 for me.  Water on edges.  Fished until 4.  Back tomorrow?  Drove home through the front and got caught in very heavy pea sized hail.  That was crazy...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Kg11486 on Feb 26, 2017, 08:13 AM
Any update on the ice since the warm weather? Looking to come up next weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 26, 2017, 11:00 AM
Should be fine next weekend edges a little rough right now on northern launch still 12" most holes
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Feb 26, 2017, 12:11 PM
May come fish this contest this weekend. First timer. Will check conditions on here during the week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2017, 02:34 PM
Rivers pouring into Schroon Lake right now.  Lake has come way up in the last 12 hrs, will get worse before it gets better  Will just have to see how it looks come Thursday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Feb 26, 2017, 03:58 PM
Did those turkeys at the dam open the spillways yet?   I don't want to see another April '11.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2017, 04:48 PM
Rivers pouring into Schroon Lake right now.  Lake has come way up in the last 12 hrs, will get worse before it gets better  Will just have to see how it looks come Thursday.

I didn't enjoy my exit today....The water came up from 530am to 230 when I left...

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Feb 26, 2017, 04:52 PM
Looks like that was a little wet and probably COLD
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 26, 2017, 05:06 PM
I didn't enjoy my exit today....The water came up from 530am to 230 when I left...

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

Yeah but any fish iced?😜

How deep was it?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Feb 26, 2017, 05:10 PM
Looks shallow but at the point of entry looks like the "BOYS" might have encountered a cold spell.....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2017, 05:51 PM
I didn't enjoy my exit today....The water came up from 530am to 230 when I left...

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

I think you need a bigger plank!  (Imitating Chief Brody on JAWS)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2017, 06:16 PM
I was laying out a plank someone was nice enough to leave and had kneeled down to place it...that leg and knee went through to my crotch...cold yes..worse off fishing sucked! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2017, 06:29 PM
Not good, forecast doesn't look good either, 58* Wed, and more rain.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2017, 12:23 PM
Town Launch
(http://i64.tinypic.com/30a6hp2.jpg)
Narrows
(http://i64.tinypic.com/ao44r8.jpg)
Fowler
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2hg5lpc.jpg)
Eagle Pt.
(http://i63.tinypic.com/vwzypi.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 27, 2017, 12:34 PM
Does not look good Tony.  What a difference from Saturday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2017, 12:40 PM
Got that right Bill, has come way up since yesterday afternoon.  There is also a couple ice jams on the Schroon River north of town, more rain this week, 50's, I know I'm done, but everything I'm hearing is the Derby is still on.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 27, 2017, 12:48 PM
Thanks for the photos, that is not good.  :-\

Maybe the weather at the end of next week will help?

(http://oi63.tinypic.com/23kq5vr.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2017, 02:06 PM
Neil it will not help.  Runoff is going to continue to raise the lake.  Temps won't matter much if the edges are constantly trying being broken up/thinned out....and as I learned yesterday the thin ice extends a bit further than the eye can see. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 27, 2017, 02:42 PM
Got that right Bill, has come way up since yesterday afternoon.  There is also a couple ice jams on the Schroon River north of town, more rain this week, 50's, I know I'm done, but everything I'm hearing is the Derby is still on.
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If you can keep us updated this week, it will be greatly appreciated.  Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 10inches of ice on Feb 27, 2017, 03:27 PM
Is there any solid places to get on the lake? Your photos look like we are going to need a bridge to get on the lake safely.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2017, 03:39 PM
Is there any solid places to get on the lake? Your photos look like we are going to need a bridge to get on the lake safely.

Sorry, I could not find any, in fact I had to go back into town late this afternoon and the lake continues to rise.  The boat launch area is a complete mess, and a large area in front of Rogers Brook has opened up.  There is a lot of flow coming in, and my question is, what is that flow doing to the underside of the ice sheet?  We'll just have to see what it looks like Thursday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Feb 27, 2017, 04:06 PM
I didn't enjoy my exit today....The water came up from 530am to 230 when I left...

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

Russian judge gave you a 0.0 on the pole vault attempt!

Yep, took the same ride as schrnlkr... shores are toast.  Need waders to get to ice now, by the weekend you'll need a boat.  Saw a shanty out by the island on north end, good luck getting that off.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2017, 04:12 PM
Is there any solid places to get on the lake? Your photos look like we are going to need a bridge to get on the lake safely.

A boat would be safer. 

Jon it's ironic that it happened on a day I was alone...granted I knew the exit would be strategic when I got on in the morning...just not that strategic!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2017, 04:23 PM
This is why my hard shanty is now a storage shed, there are several shanties out there.  They're a thing of the past, luv my Eskimo!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: androux on Feb 27, 2017, 04:27 PM
Humph, just a waiting game I guess. Planned on heading there Sunday for a little b-day fishing. Nice cold snap for the end of this week into the weekend, hopefully will harden up the edges, still, with the high sun it is gonna be a dogfight.

BTW, is the derby for next weekend a real circus? If it is I may venture elsewhere, don't feel like hoofing it with 300 other people and walking 2 miles to find a comfy spot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 27, 2017, 05:10 PM
A boat would be safer. 

Jon it's ironic that it happened on a day I was alone...granted I knew the exit would be strategic when I got on in the morning...just not that strategic!

More like a few hrs. I fished narrows Thursday,  eagle Friday and back to narrows until noon saturday with no issues even close .
I'm toast from ice fishing this season and looks like lake is just about there too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2017, 05:59 PM
More like a few hrs. I fished narrows Thursday,  eagle Friday and back to narrows until noon saturday with no issues even close .
I'm toast from ice fishing this season and looks like lake is just about there too.

Saturday I was out too and it was great, even getting off.  Some water on the edge. 

I had hoped the lake would receded so the edges would be dry...forecast says otherwise. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Feb 27, 2017, 06:08 PM
1st post, anyone have reports on Paradox. Heading up this weekend. Thanks,
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2017, 06:52 PM
Here are the latest posts from the Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby on their Fb page;
"I will be posting this again due to many still asking about the ice conditions.

The ice fishing derby still is and will be open for this weekend! We have NEVER cancelled it and never will UNLESS there is not enough ice on schroon lake of course. In an event if this were to ever happen, we would make sure to let everyone know. Otherwise the derby is still open! Once again there is still more than enough ice on schroon lake for fishing. See you all this weekend!!

Any questions please let us know or call 518-532-7953

Thank you!

Another post;
 Shore lines have been pushed out due to the river raising the lake. The water should be back down and the shorelines back to normal by the weekend as it has been going down. The lake still has at least if not more than 12" of ice to fish. Again the derby will NOT be cancelled. This is nothing new. Everyone use their own discretion when fishing on the lake. Thank you!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Feb 27, 2017, 06:53 PM
Can't get on paradox to much water even with a 16' plank
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Feb 28, 2017, 07:59 AM
Here are the latest posts from the Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby on their Fb page;
"I will be posting this again due to many still asking about the ice conditions.

The ice fishing derby still is and will be open for this weekend! We have NEVER cancelled it and never will UNLESS there is not enough ice on schroon lake of course. In an event if this were to ever happen, we would make sure to let everyone know. Otherwise the derby is still open! Once again there is still more than enough ice on schroon lake for fishing. See you all this weekend!!

Any questions please let us know or call 518-532-7953

Thank you!

Another post;
 Shore lines have been pushed out due to the river raising the lake. The water should be back down and the shorelines back to normal by the weekend as it has been going down. The lake still has at least if not more than 12" of ice to fish. Again the derby will NOT be cancelled. This is nothing new. Everyone use their own discretion when fishing on the lake. Thank you!

hahahahahaha!  good luck with that!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Feb 28, 2017, 08:08 AM
Can't get on paradox to much water even with a 16' plank

Has anyone entered ice from Fowler road lately? That's usually where I enter from.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 28, 2017, 08:22 AM
hahahahahaha!  good luck with that!!!

X2 unless they release a ton of water, and keep releasing it during the derby...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeep528 on Feb 28, 2017, 08:28 AM




Another post;
 Shore lines have been pushed out due to the river raising the lake. The water should be back down and the shorelines back to normal by the weekend as it has been going down. The lake still has at least if not more than 12" of ice to fish. Again the derby will NOT be cancelled. This is nothing new. Everyone use their own discretion when fishing on the lake. Thank you!
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Very confident are we.  With more rain and 70 degree weather you might want to wait to make the final call.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njg0621 on Feb 28, 2017, 08:56 AM
If jeep528 is hesitant on going out I would say the ice isn't safe!

I can't believe that they are keeping the tourney on with these conditions.  The problem is you get the guys that come up, see ice and drive there trucks out like they have every other year and go through.  People don't use there head half the time....I'm very surprised they aren't cancelling.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Feb 28, 2017, 10:08 AM
If jeep528 is hesitant on going out I would say the ice isn't safe!

I can't believe that they are keeping the tourney on with these conditions.  The problem is you get the guys that come up, see ice and drive there trucks out like they have every other year and go through.  People don't use there head half the time....I'm very surprised they aren't cancelling.

Unless they're doing a dukes of hazzard jump, there will be no trucks out there.  Without a doubt, the ice is fine, if you can get to it.  But they're going to need a ferry service to get people on it.  Ahhh anything to make a buck.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 28, 2017, 10:31 AM
Unless they're doing a dukes of hazzard jump, there will be no trucks out there.  Without a doubt, the ice is fine, if you can get to it.  But they're going to need a ferry service to get people on it.  Ahhh anything to make a buck.

Might mean less people fishing and a better chance of winning the derby  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Feb 28, 2017, 10:44 AM
Has anyone entered ice from Fowler road lately? That's usually where I enter from.
there a pic of fowler ave 1 page back,it's not looing good bring a boat to get to the ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2017, 12:51 PM
Checked out the lake again today, this time all the way to Adirondack. Worse than yesterday, lake continues to rise, fishing dock ramp that was exposed yesterday is now under water.  Go back a page or so to my pix from yesterday and imagine more water.  Yesterday there was a rescue call off Adirondack, someone went through. He got out alright.  South basin doesn't look good to me, holes of open water, cracks opened up and wider, ice darker.  Derby organizers still say it will be fine by this weekend.   If you do go out, wear a flotation devise and bring extra clothes.   I'll go shed hunting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 28, 2017, 12:57 PM
Not sure what that club/website has to gain but it seems irresponsible to promote fishing on ice with the described conditions above. Seriously not OK. "Schroon Lake Fish & Game" ? If anyone goes in and has to be rescued, or worse, it's on their hands. Very irresponsible. /rant
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2017, 01:06 PM
Not sure what that club/website has to gain but it seems irresponsible to promote fishing on ice with the described conditions above. Seriously not OK. "Schroon Lake Fish & Game" ? If anyone goes in and has to be rescued, or worse, it's on their hands. Very irresponsible. /rant

Agreed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkbrookie on Feb 28, 2017, 04:48 PM
If you're not too heavy and have decent balance it is possible to float yourself across an open gap in a sled with enough volume. I'm not recommending this for everyone, just introducing it as a possible option for some.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 28, 2017, 04:51 PM
Agreed

Conditions were bad the day you took pics.  I appreciate you continuing to check...if the cancel the derby I may go one more time.  If not see you next year schroon!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 28, 2017, 05:17 PM
Would also be a good business venture to offer ferry rides from shore to ice with a 14' Jon boat :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: androux on Feb 28, 2017, 05:32 PM
Quote
If you're not too heavy and have decent balance it is possible to float yourself across an open gap in a sled with enough volume. I'm not recommending this for everyone, just introducing it as a possible option for some.

...and your gear...? Assuming you are fishing, of course. Why else would you cross open water in a jet sled? I mean c'mon....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 28, 2017, 06:00 PM
Was gonna go up with waders today but decided to take the boat out instead. Glad I did as the jerkbait bite was awesome
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Feb 28, 2017, 06:55 PM
Anyone consider using drones
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Feb 28, 2017, 08:45 PM
Yeah i love fishing but to Keep the Tournament on is Dumb and i hope everyone uses their heads no fish is worth Your life.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 01, 2017, 06:09 AM
Unfortunately a group of us already rented a few cabins, so we'll be going up anyway.   I have a feeling we'll be BBQing on shore rather than on the ice. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2017, 06:16 AM
Same here already committed to a rental house
I'm bringing my 14 footer so I no I'll be getting on the ice safely
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 01, 2017, 07:29 AM
Same here bed and breakfast already rented for 2 days do you want to rent out that 14-footer LOL
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 01, 2017, 07:42 AM
I might pack the kayak just incase....   lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bird21s on Mar 01, 2017, 10:53 AM
Not entirely sure about the conditions of the ice on schroon but 40 minutes south this was 10" of once solid ice. The rain and air has compromised the integrity.  No way your using a pick to get back on top of ice like this.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 01, 2017, 10:57 AM
Not entirely sure about the conditions of the ice on schroon but 40 minutes south this was 10" of once solid ice. The rain and air has compromised the integrity.  No way your using a pick to get back on top of ice like this.


full candle.   thats killer ice right there.  thanks for the heads-up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bird21s on Mar 01, 2017, 11:13 AM
It didn't get to that point until 10:15 today. I kicked a 4 inch hole open, that turned into a 24" hole. Needles to say I made a quick video to show that the thickness means nothing and I tip toed back to shore.  I don't even think cold weather will heal it. It's too poreus now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2017, 12:03 PM
Most dangerous ice there is for sure.  My experience is if it's cloudy and below 32 that will fish all day.  If it's sunny all bets are off even below freezing. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 01, 2017, 12:09 PM
Not entirely sure about the conditions of the ice on schroon but 40 minutes south this was 10" of once solid ice. The rain and air has compromised the integrity.  No way your using a pick to get back on top of ice like this.


That's all honeycombed. Guess it will just be a weekend of bbqing and drinking....    lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeep528 on Mar 01, 2017, 01:31 PM
Any new pictures of the lake and the conditions
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 01, 2017, 01:35 PM
First off 40 minutes south makes a huge difference in terms of temperature and lake conditions. Lake george is only 30 minutes away and couldn't even freeze solid this winter and Schroon has over a foot of ice. With the cold temps tonight through this weekend the shorelines and everything else will become solid once again.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 01, 2017, 01:42 PM
First off 40 minutes south makes a huge difference in terms of temperature and lake conditions. Lake george is only 30 minutes away and couldn't even freeze solid this winter and Schroon has over a foot of ice. With the cold temps tonight through this weekend the shorelines and everything else will become solid once again.

Elevation and snow cover are the answers you are looking for.  Most likely the lake will be solid again, right? most likely the edges will button up, right?   Do you think anyone will find an old shanty hole, or a weak spot from an incoming creek or put a machine through?   

Those are some fun question marks for tourney insurers and tourney organizers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 01, 2017, 01:59 PM
I'll read about it.  I'm pretty sure I'm done for the year.  The boss told me the basement needs cleaning.  Better now than when I can get a boat in the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 02:36 PM
Elevation and snow cover are the answers you are looking for.  Most likely the lake will be solid again, right? most likely the edges will button up, right?   Do you think anyone will find an old shanty hole, or a weak spot from an incoming creek or put a machine through?   

Those are some fun question marks for tourney insurers and tourney organizers.

Does the Derby have to be insured?  If so wouldn't you think they would have something to say about having the Derby under questionable conditions.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 01, 2017, 02:41 PM
Does the Derby have to be insured?  If so wouldn't you think they would have something to say about having the Derby under questionable conditions.

If it is the same as it was 10 years ago, you have to get a permit for any tournament with more than 20 people.   I am pretty sure you have to have proof of liability insurance to get that permit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 02:48 PM
Any new pictures of the lake and the conditions

Town Dock

(http://i64.tinypic.com/mm5zrm.jpg)


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 02:53 PM
Crack expanding from east shore to Eagle Pt.
(http://i65.tinypic.com/rivqmu.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 01, 2017, 03:18 PM
I've seen lots of stupid things ice fishing in my life.  Holding the tourney in those conditions ranks among the top.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 01, 2017, 05:07 PM
Shcroonlkr are you seeing anyone out on the ice? The edges look shot, just curious if anyone is visibly out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 01, 2017, 05:13 PM
People out at shanty at end of Fowler Road, had to take a canoe from land to the ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 01, 2017, 05:20 PM
Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 06:04 PM
I haven't seen anyone out there since Sunday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneidaFox on Mar 01, 2017, 06:07 PM
People out at shanty at end of Fowler Road, had to take a canoe from land to the ice.

Well, I guess if those guys don't go through tonight we should be in a halfway decent position. Could be dangerous in spots if it freezes and covers in snow though. I'll take my chances. Spud in spud out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkbrookie on Mar 01, 2017, 06:42 PM
...and your gear...? Assuming you are fishing, of course. Why else would you cross open water in a jet sled? I mean c'mon....

use a second sled for gear, tow it behind you like a trailer
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2017, 06:43 PM
Well, I guess if those guys don't go through tonight we should be in a halfway decent position. Could be dangerous in spots if it freezes and covers in snow though. I'll take my chances. Spud in spud out.

You are taking yourself into a false sense of security.  One swim was good enough for me and that's when the edge was closer to shore.

I'm with you Jon...absolutely irresponsible.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 06:55 PM
This chart is a forecast for Schroon River below the lake.  Bottom line, Lake will continue to rise, continue to pull away from shore, despite low temps in the low single numbers Fri & Sat mornings.


(http://i65.tinypic.com/33ojeoh.png)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2017, 07:00 PM
Tony you are really doing everyone a favor....thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 07:15 PM
Tony you are really doing everyone a favor....thank you.

Thanks, I want all of us on Ice Shanty to be well informed, lots of guys travel distances at a fair expense to come up here and ice fish this lake, many with their kids.  There are a lot of guys that don't check things out on the internet, they just figure if it isn't cancelled it must be safe. Going to be a lot of ticked off people when they take a look at that shoreline. Then again, maybe 2 nights of cold will button things up.  We'll see.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 01, 2017, 07:18 PM
it is absolutely insane anyone would hold a derby in those conditions.

better yet, its crazy if anyone wants to even attend a derby in those conditions. Not worth it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Mar 01, 2017, 07:33 PM
Tony,

How does the river look above the lake if that is good may be worth trying to fish that. I'm sure there is now ice on it I'm wondering about the flow and height.

Thanks
Will
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2017, 07:58 PM
Tony,

How does the river look above the lake if that is good may be worth trying to fish that. I'm sure there is now ice on it I'm wondering about the flow and height.

Thanks
Will


(http://i66.tinypic.com/2nrle01.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Mar 01, 2017, 08:09 PM
Well that answers that question lol. Thanks Tony!

Will
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Mar 02, 2017, 06:12 AM
I appreciate you guys diligence. I depended on your posts when trying to learn the lake and now when not to make the drive up. Thanks. Hope to meet some of you on the ice next year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 07:50 AM
The outright lies of the organization running the tourney are inexcusable.  Facebook post 2 hours ago:

Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby There is more than enough ice out on the lake to fish. People will be bringing ATVs this year. Everyone is to go out on the lake at their own discretion. See everyone for the derby this weekend!
2 hrs
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2017, 07:57 AM
**censored**?!?

I really hope nobody gets hurt.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 08:21 AM
The outright lies of the organization running the tourney are inexcusable.  Facebook post 2 hours ago:

Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby There is more than enough ice out on the lake to fish. People will be bringing ATVs this year. Everyone is to go out on the lake at their own discretion. See everyone for the derby this weekend!
2 hrs

ATV'S are they nuts?  Two guys showed up at Eagle Sunday at 230pm with 2 ATV'S and took my word for it when I said no chance.  I really am shocked to read that last update.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2017, 09:19 AM
I'd bet it's something like:

"I said they'd bring them, not use them!"
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 02, 2017, 10:30 AM
Does seem bizarre to have a derby with edges like whats pictured.  That being said, with the weather through sat, by sunday/monday it should be locked up all around again no?  I know i am planning on going out tuesday with any luck for my last day of the season.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 10:37 AM
Does seem bizarre to have a derby with edges like whats pictured.  That being said, with the weather through sat, by sunday/monday it should be locked up all around again no?  I know i am planning on going out tuesday with any luck for my last day of the season.

Shot you a pm.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: stickbait on Mar 02, 2017, 01:11 PM
Hey guys,
Anyone know what the edges are like on the northwest shore near Easy street, kanasta st?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2017, 01:44 PM
How many feet did the lake rise?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 02:31 PM
How many feet did the lake rise?
About 4' I believe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 02:33 PM
Hey guys,
Anyone know what the edges are like on the northwest shore near Easy street, kanasta st?

Shoreline is shot all around the lake.  Wait til you guys see the pics I'm about to download.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 02:43 PM
Can't wait Tony!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 02, 2017, 02:56 PM
Do you have an idea how many feet the lake has risen?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 03:06 PM
Thurs. afternoon
Adirondack
(http://i63.tinypic.com/orpenc.jpg)

(http://i68.tinypic.com/2i7lgec.jpg)

Town Launch

(http://i65.tinypic.com/15x1tz.jpg)


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 03:10 PM
ATV'S on the ice....ya ok!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 03:16 PM
File this under the category " Are you bleeping kidding me!"  Latest post from Schroon Lake F&G Club
Dear Contestant:

Due to unusual weather conditions, some fisherman have expressed concern that there may be unsafe conditions on the lake. They have specific concerns regarding shoreline access to the lake ice.
The Fish and Game Club has been unable to conduct a survey of the specific ice thickness on Schroon Lake, and cautions all participants to use their own discretion and take all necessary safety precautions. This is especially true along the shoreline and near the inlets and outlets of the lake.

-The Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thor94 on Mar 02, 2017, 03:17 PM
I can't believe that tourney is still on.  That's just reckless.  Gives our sport a bad name.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 03:29 PM
I can't believe that tourney is still on.  That's just reckless.  Gives our sport a bad name.

X1000000
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 02, 2017, 03:31 PM
I was just going to post with their most recient post. Lol

I guess they can't get onto the ice to test the thickness because it's too far from shore. Ha ha Ha ha ha

If I didn't have a cabin that's paid for, I wouldn't go. It looks like it's going to be a beer and venison barbecue weekend!!!

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 03:36 PM
I was just going to post with their most recient post. Lol

I guess they can't get onto the ice to test the thickness because it's too far from shore. Ha ha Ha ha ha

If I didn't have a cabin that's paid for, I wouldn't go. It looks like it's going to be a beer and venison barbecue weekend!!!

And there's nothing wrong with a venison bbq!!! :thumbsup:  I'm real tempted to put on my fly fishing gear and go stand on a sand bar and cast for salmon in the current, which is really ripping right now!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 03:38 PM
File this under the category " Are you bleeping kidding me!"  Latest post from Schroon Lake F&G Club
Dear Contestant:

Due to unusual weather conditions, some fisherman have expressed concern that there may be unsafe conditions on the lake. They have specific concerns regarding shoreline access to the lake ice.
The Fish and Game Club has been unable to conduct a survey of the specific ice thickness on Schroon Lake, and cautions all participants to use their own discretion and take all necessary safety precautions. This is especially true along the shoreline and near the inlets and outlets of the lake.

-The Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club

Keep refreshing the page.  Watch the negative posts disappear!  Already one was removed, "bring a boat"
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 03:40 PM
15 minutes ago, regarding a question asking about edges being shot and the lake level rising:

Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby No, the water is lowering if anything. This weekend its to be below zero at night as well.
16 mins
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Mar 02, 2017, 03:46 PM
Huh wonder why they haven't checked ice thickness............. .probably to take some liability off them........unbelievab le
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2017, 03:47 PM
What part of the lake are the first few pics from?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 03:49 PM
15 minutes ago, regarding a question asking about edges being shot and the lake level rising:

Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club Ice Fishing Derby No, the water is lowering if anything. This weekend its to be below zero at night as well.
16 mins

More 'fake news' from these people, lake continues to rise, the USGS charts show that.  They're banking awful heavy on the cold the next few nights.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 03:52 PM
What part of the lake are the first few pics from?

First 2 pics are off Adirondack and the last one is the town launch behind Stewarts.  Page 52 has more pics taken Monday, and believe me it has gotten much worse since then.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 03:57 PM
More 'fake news' from these people, lake continues to rise, the USGS charts show that.  They're banking awful heavy on the cold the next few nights.

I'm actually copying the names and quotes of people replying, before they get a chance to delete them.  So if/when someone gets hurt or worse, they can't play the ignorance card.  WE know it doesn't matter how cold it gets, a rising lake isn't going to freeze adequately in March.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 04:01 PM
I'm actually copying the names and quotes of people replying, before they get a chance to delete them.  So if/when someone gets hurt or worse, they can't play the ignorance card.  WE know it doesn't matter how cold it gets, a rising lake isn't going to freeze adequately in March.

I just did the same thing. Wonder if the media would like a good story?  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 04:06 PM
What the hell is wrong with you?! the club is an organization. Second don't get your **** in a ruffle because you think they "deleted" your comments. Seriously?!
I am a local and a club member. its insane the **** i see people saying on their page. Then you wanna go make a forum on another set because you want assume his and that then cry about it? its a Facebook page with restrictions. I suggest you all grow up, stop causing drama on the internet over a local community event. You don't like it, don't think its safe or whatever else? Then don't go, its that simple.

Guessing you're Anna Hanchett, webmaster and board member?  If so, care to explain why one of my posts was deleted and why I can no longer comment on the page?  It was 2 days ago, in reply to your comment the lake levels were dropping, and stated "fact check, the lake has risen and continues to rise."  Where did the comment go a half hour ago saying to bring a boat?  Look at the pictures, you money grabbing leeches!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 04:08 PM
I just did the same thing. Wonder if the media would like a good story?  ;)

Working on it!  Check your pm!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Amh518 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:15 PM
No I am not. She is obviously the web master of the site. Regardless its not their business to have to explain every little thing about Facebook pages and restrictions. Comments don't get deleted. There are multiple things that could of happened due tot he site, word restrictions and other things or just simps comment disables. For you to say "money grabbing leeches" what is that a joke? its a local organization and a non profit one. The derby helps bring business to the community. The only brought in are obviously paid out if people are asking how many entrants. Are you seriously a moron? You obviously don't know anything about what your talking about.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:20 PM
No I am not. She is obviously the web master of the site. Regardless its not their business to have to explain every little thing about Facebook pages and restrictions. Comments don't get deleted. There are multiple things that could of happened due tot he site, word restrictions and other things or just simps comment disables. For you to say "money grabbing leeches" what is that a joke? its a local organization and a non profit one. The derby helps bring business to the community. The only brought in are obviously paid out if people are asking how many entrants. Are you seriously a moron? You obviously don't know anything about what your talking about.

So I'm guessing you joined this site to try and plead your case as to why the contest should be still on......

totally mind boggling that it would even be considered when a vast majority of better contests have been cancelled as the organizers didn't want to jeoprdize people's lives....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wolley on Mar 02, 2017, 04:21 PM
this is great. I need to visit the New York page more often.  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 04:30 PM
Huh, bunch of posts on their facebook page just disappeared.  I thought posts didn't get deleted, Annette?  Good thing I have them copied! (names redacted)  ;D

Wow, I'm shocked at the club's stance on this. I don't see the benefit of hosting this with these conditions. Greed?

Bringing atvs to be left on trailers as the shoreline is shot/non existent to 30'

Contest should be cancelled. You are putting people's lives in danger!!!

(my personal favorite, and an honest question): Why hasnt the club checked the lake? Thats irresponsible when your hosting the tournament. I just saw pics on ice shanty where shorelines are gone and open areas of lake. People are depending on you for knowledge and responsibility
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Mar 02, 2017, 04:32 PM
Hey I'm going to be optimistic about schroon but plan to do some serious scouting tomorrow. None the less I'm coming from three hours away and am wondering, if schroon is shot, is there any other fishable water in warren/essex?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:35 PM
Seems as though since you only joined today at 4:54pm that your sole perpose is to promote a carelessness act on part of the Fish n Game club. If someone dies trying to fish this contest b/c you claim there is 12" of ice without anyone from the club caring to physically check conditions is unfortunate......
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:38 PM
Now they claim they have "NOT" removed posts....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 02, 2017, 04:41 PM
Maybe I'm wrong but I will throw this out anyway.
Can't you be ticketed personally for accessing state waters ( ice ) in unsafe conditions  ?
I recall years ago someone from the NYS conservation saying this to me but again , I may be mistaken.

Thoughts ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 04:49 PM
Again Jon the moron...  Glad you can read. Do you have proof that they are actually deleted? Do you know for a given fact? or just what you want to talk out your ass?

Yes I do Anna!  Names, and full messages included!  Here's another one you zapped in the past 15 minutes:

Here's a better question why is the clun deleting comments on this thread? Ppl drive a long way for this and listen to what the clun tells them. They are saying its safe to go out on.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 04:50 PM
Maybe I'm wrong but I will throw this out anyway.
Can't you be ticketed personally for accessing state waters ( ice ) in unsafe conditions  ?
I recall years ago someone from the NYS conservation saying this to me but again , I may be mistaken.

Thoughts ?

Not sure about this, but I know DEC is planning on having their air boat on site.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:51 PM
Hey Jon that comment was made by me on fb about the club not checking the ice and now all my comments were deleted and i can longer post. I have proof that i commented and AMH yes they deleted my post. Youre the one attacking here. Why are they deleting comments? Hmmmm
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 04:53 PM
Again Jon the moron...  Glad you can read. Do you have proof that they are actually deleted? Do you know for a given fact? or just what you want to talk out your ass?

Truly amazing piece of work you are.....

Quite comical that anyone can sit behind a computer/table/phone and type the crap they do....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 04:56 PM
Hey Jon that comment was made by me on fb about the club not checking the ice and now all my comments were deleted and i can longer post. I have proof that i commented and AMH yes they deleted my post. Youre the one attacking here. Why are they deleting comments? Hmmmm

To make money.  The only good that can come of this, is people are seeing what kind of organization this is. And they can't delete posts of concern here, like they do their own site. And surely you can't be serious, Anna assured us she's not deleting the posts....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tblaster123 on Mar 02, 2017, 05:06 PM
Jeez.. I have been watching this thread from a distance and things are starting to get pretty heated. I read there are guys using canoes to get out to the ice? Doesn't really sound safe to me. This thread will probably get locked by the end of the night.

That is all. Continue on I've got my popcorn ready  @)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 05:09 PM

and how is that? no one sees anything cause there is nothing to see but the drama a guy on the internet that wants to start drama.

grow up kid.

The only drama is being caused by you. These guys on here only post accurate information and people's safety is priority #1
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 02, 2017, 05:10 PM
Not sure about this, but I know DEC is planning on having their air boat on site.

I think now if I'm remembering,  if they were to close the gate and access as well as post signage  from the state sites access areas  you can be ticketed.
If these conditions were valid ( I haven't been there ) then I don't know why they haven't done so , yet.
For those who feel strongly against it then maybe you should contact the Dec.  I absolutely appreciate all the information and caution you are sharing.  Tournaments aren't really my thing and with schroon on ice for the season

Be safe if you go , make the most of what there is to offer and have fun so you can bring the stories home .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Mar 02, 2017, 05:14 PM
Hey just checkin if there is fishable ice in warren/Essex county, back from page 57... let's put the facebooking and drama aside and catch some fish here fellas
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeep528 on Mar 02, 2017, 05:17 PM
No, due to being a long time member and seeing such drama from so called "men". its their decision and it always has been. this isn't the only or first year for the ice not to be in amazing conditions. but since their is not a Facebook page for the derby that means act like 14 year olds and cry wolf? you don think its safe, then don't go it that simple. no one is forcing or putting  peoples lives in danger. its their own choice if they want to go! yes the shorelines out, yes the ice raised but yes it is also going down. people will make their own choice to go or not and have been! people act as if no ones out or has been out on the lake, FYI they have and are. the cub doesn't force anyone to do anything and for people to try and and say they are or try to say they are "money leeches" is insane. like i said grow up. just because they wish to continue it as they do every yer and you don't like that or believe it should be doesn't mean or give you the right to act like you do and post the **** you do on their Facebook page.

I have never had a problem with access in the 17 trips I have made up to this tournament.  Why they choose to hold the tournament this year is beyond me. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 05:19 PM
Hey just checkin if there is fishable ice in warren/Essex county, back from page 57... let's put the facebooking and drama aside and catch some fish here fellas
Yes there is, Eagle Lake had 24" ice 10 days ago, on the small side.  No rivers or streams coming in to dramatically change water level.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: outdoors4good on Mar 02, 2017, 05:23 PM
It's unfortunate that it is being looked at as drama.  I too was looking at the F&G Clubs website for info, I didn't like what I saw so I drove up yesterday to take a look for myself as I have people coming from out of state to fish the tourney.  I posted on there site and it was in fact removed, that's disappointing.  People are looking for information to make an informed decision.  I believe the ice out there is safe if you can get to it.  I plan on kayaking myself and my gear out while wearing a pfd of course and checking the ice.  If I like what I see, I'll fish.  If I don't like it I'll leave.  Everyone needs to make a decision for themselves as to what they are comfortable with, but the club removing posts isn't fair for the folks that are looking for solid info to form a decision.  Some might think I'm crazy for what I am willing to do, but I know the risks and am willing to take them.  Worse case scenario for me is a I get wet before I get to the ice and I get back in the truck and head home.  I won't risk being on unsafe ice, but I'm willing to take extended measures to get to said ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 05:32 PM
No i am not. this started because of Jon and his bull****

Jon and his bs?  I do not know of another person on this board that is more soft-spoken and laid back than him. I think perhaps the fact that his other friend Jon (me) went in on Sunday on edges that were rapidly falling apart might have more to due with his concern than generating BS for a club.  Here's a reminder as to why your club is recklessly endangering lives by holding that event: 

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

That hole was over my head 30' from shore...that edge is now easily 10-20' past that.  Had I fallen in deeper I would have been in a much more serious situation.  Your club is nuts! 

Outdoors4good...I've been on schroon since it first iced up nearly every weekend.  You and many others are assuming the main lake ice is safe.  That is not the case.  There was a high degree of variability in the ice thickness on Sunday due to current going through the main lake.  It is absurd for anyone to assume at this point that if you get on you'll be ok.  Simply not the case at all.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: willyamazen on Mar 02, 2017, 05:37 PM
Ice is never a 100% safe. every time anyone steps on a frozen lake it should be treated as so reguardless. appropriate life saving equipment not just beers, rods, and bait should always be packed for every trip
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Mar 02, 2017, 05:39 PM
Scrnlkr thanks brother, if the ice on schroon is not good and you happen to be at eagle and see a clam Bigfoot with old glory flying, stop over. I'll give ya a beer... or 7.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: outdoors4good on Mar 02, 2017, 05:45 PM
Iowa...
I'm not assuming it's safe.  I have a plan to go out and check for myself.  I am only trying to paint a realistic picture for those that are looking here and at the club's facebook page to make an informed decision.  I will not be hanging around on unsafe ice, I will check it where I plan to fish and make a decision.  I am not so foolish to push it beyond my comfort level and experience.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 05:49 PM
Scrnlkr thanks brother, if the ice on schroon is not good and you happen to be at eagle and see a clam Bigfoot with old glory flying, stop over. I'll give ya a beer... or 7.

thanks pix, I definitely won't be out there this weekend, but I'll be in town checking out this mess.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 05:50 PM
Iowa...
I'm not assuming it's safe.  I have a plan to go out and check for myself.  I am only trying to paint a realistic picture for those that are looking here and at the club's facebook page to make an informed decision.  I will not be hanging around on unsafe ice, I will check it where I plan to fish and make a decision.  I am not so foolish to push it beyond my comfort level and experience.

OK with that said don't go off eagle point or your going to find a hole friends of mine watched a guy go into when the ice was setting up.  You can see the dark spot in front of the point it's huge and was uncrossable Sunday.  I found more going north up the main basin to the deep water.  Some ice is badly degraded through and through and some still had some ingerity.  I feel bad for ya though because if it were any level of fishable I'd be there...but nope not this weekend I'd feel more obligated to pay more attention to the safety of those around me than the fishing.  That is the reality of what you are putting yourself into...also I hate Iowa...it's a L...good luck stay dry.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: outdoors4good on Mar 02, 2017, 05:53 PM
My apologies.  Forgive me I'm a newbie!  I appreciate the insight sincerely.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 05:57 PM
My apologies.  Forgive me I'm a newbie!  I appreciate the insight sincerely.

Welcome Outdoors4good
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 02, 2017, 06:23 PM
OK with that said don't go off eagle point or your going to find a hole friends of mine watched a guy go into when the ice was setting up.  You can see the dark spot in front of the point it's huge and was uncrossable Sunday.  I found more going north up the main basin to the deep water.  Some ice is badly degraded through and through and some still had some ingerity.  I feel bad for ya though because if it were any level of fishable I'd be there...but nope not this weekend I'd feel more obligated to pay more attention to the safety of those around me than the fishing.  That is the reality of what you are putting yourself into...also I hate Iowa...it's a L...good luck stay dry.

That hole that was there all season had iced over with the snow filling it in when I was there Friday.   The pressure ridge was all locked up and the brown shanty that was sitting on shore had made it to the ice.  That was Friday. Is the shanty still out there ? On top or sinking ? I know it's a whole different sinero now but just curious about the shanty.

Ps , I was there when the guy walked into the open water , amazing. . There were waves on it but some people always throw caution to the wind and become reckless.  Be safe folks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: austin hunter ice team on Mar 02, 2017, 06:31 PM
I think it is awesome that you guys have joined together because you see an unsafe situation, that is what this site is all about, helping each other stay safe and catch fish.     The Shroon lake boys are ok in my book!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 02, 2017, 06:39 PM
Want to start a poll on how many ice rescues there will be this weekend?

Hey amh518, Jon and Jon are two highly respected ice fisherman in this area, there words of caution should not be ignored, and you should not bash them.  If your talking for the club, you said don't fish, believe me, many will not because of shoreline, and not knowing how much damage was done to the ice on the main lake.  For those who pre-paid their entries, is the club going to refund the money for not fishing because of unsafe ice?  I think not, so I totally agree with Jon, the club is not cancelling so they can pocket all the pre-paid entry fees. 


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 02, 2017, 06:41 PM
I see they did another "non" deleting cleanup on their FB page......
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 06:43 PM
Want to start a poll on how many ice rescues there will be this weekend?

Hey amh518, Jon and Jon are two highly respected ice fisherman in this area, there words of caution should not be ignored, and you should not bash them.  If your talking for the club, you said don't fish, believe me, many will not because of shoreline, and not knowing how much damage was done to the ice on the main lake.  For those who pre-paid their entries, is the club going to refund the money for not fishing because of unsafe ice?  I think not, so I totally agree with Jon, the club is not cancelling so they can pocket all the pre-paid entry fees.

Thanks Bill.  I replied to the troll a couple times but gave up, it's not worth it.  But you hit the nail on the head.  The "non profit" doesn't want to return the money.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2017, 06:45 PM
That hole that was there all season had iced over with the snow filling it in when I was there Friday.   The pressure ridge was all locked up and the brown shanty that was sitting on shore had made it to the ice.  That was Friday. Is the shanty still out there ? On top or sinking ? I know it's a whole different sinero now but just curious about the shanty.

Ps , I was there when the guy walked into the open water , amazing. . There were waves on it but some people always throw caution to the wind and become reckless.  Be safe folks

Brown shanty was safely on shore Saturday.  Smart because Saturday morning the edges were tight still with 1' of water or so on top. 

Jon, isn't it fun when the right thing to say is the unpopular one?  Part of me says I could ignore the situation all together, the much larger part of me is actually concerned for the well being of those who, through no fault of their own, could unknowingly put themselves in a horrible situation.  As you are aware I do "know better" and look what happened.  I made a mistake. 

When I read the other side name calling it's quite the red flag?  How can someone get that mad at someone being concerned for others safety?  Might as well hate firefighters...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 06:47 PM
I see they did another "non" deleting cleanup on their FB page......

I was about to mention that too.  Fortunately I have 14 (and counting) replies archived.  She is busy tonight!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 10inches of ice on Mar 02, 2017, 06:57 PM
Yes there is, Eagle Lake had 24" ice 10 days ago, on the small side.  No rivers or streams coming in to dramatically change water level.
are the edges still good on eagle lake? May try it Saturday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 02, 2017, 07:08 PM
Seems as though Anne Hatchett has been busy.....

3 more gone! And one of their replies tagged a user that had the post deleted.  Hmmmmmm.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MTL214 on Mar 02, 2017, 07:45 PM
I am in disbelief reading all of this. I don't post often as I do not like drama. I got rid of my Facebook account years ago. I stood on a local lake on Monday. Wednesday evening it was wide open water. I have been ice fishing for over 25 years and I have never seen a warmup like this. I too am desperate for one more outing. I run a landscaping business and ice time is my only slow time. Guys and gals PLEASE use your heads. I attended the Schroon Lake ice derby last year but I never will again. I only wish the conditions were different, I am again hoping for one last trip far north but Jon and Jon have said it correctly and thank you. Schroon lake is not safe as of now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2017, 08:08 PM
Hey do you guys think Eagle Lake has safe ice? Looking to fish somewhere. Thanks for any help.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NORRM on Mar 02, 2017, 08:28 PM
Guys please face the facts, it's over get the boats ready to go and be safe so we can all walk the hard water again next winter.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MTL214 on Mar 02, 2017, 08:46 PM
FYI Eagle lake boat ramp has spots for maybe 10 trucks. Suggest to look elsewhere.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2017, 08:59 PM
What does that mean the boat ramp has spots for 10 trucks? Are u saying there isn't a ton of parking or that the lake isn't safe. Thanks for the help.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MTL214 on Mar 02, 2017, 09:05 PM
Yes very limited parking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 09:16 PM
I put the word out on another Fb site regarding Eagle Lake, a guy I know says he passed there today, it's good to go. Edges too, so anyone wanting one more outing, Eagle would be the place to go.  Closer to the launch is weedy with the chance of big pike.  Further down deeper water 25-30fow, I have caught browns there.  Perch and crappie scattered throughout.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 02, 2017, 09:28 PM
Thanks for eagle info don't want to waste trip up there.have hotel booked 2 days.over 3 hour drive. Eagle lake ATV friendly? Thanks again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2017, 09:32 PM
Thanks for eagle info don't want to waste trip up there.have hotel booked 2 days.over 3 hour drive. Eagle lake ATV friendly? Thanks again

Yes on the small side it is. Boat launch area.  Walking access on the big side unless you have private access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tuckeric on Mar 02, 2017, 09:32 PM
Thanks for the information on Eagle.  Any information on how the ice is on Paradox Lake?  I've got a cabin rented up there this weekend, and need to pull my shanty off the shore of Schroon anyway, so I'm hoping to at least get some time in on Paradox.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 03, 2017, 05:26 AM
Thanks for the information on Eagle.  Any information on how the ice is on Paradox Lake?  I've got a cabin rented up there this weekend, and need to pull my shanty off the shore of Schroon anyway, so I'm hoping to at least get some time in on Paradox.

Paradox is suffering the same issue with edges. Friends were unable to get on this week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 03, 2017, 06:48 AM
for anyone looking to fish eagle this weekend...I saw a mention of limited parking. I assume there is no snow up there? if there isn't, there is a pull off/parking area down the road about a 1/8 mile from the launch parking lot that you can park in. Just maybe a option for some people?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 03, 2017, 07:29 AM
HAHA.  Here is the latest on the derby posted this morning:

This will be it with all the speculations and rude remarks that have occurred in the last day. If you do not think the ice is safe in any way, then do not fish. It is that simple. From here on out ALL comments will be restricted. If you have questions about anything, you can call the club at 518-532-7572. Thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 03, 2017, 07:36 AM
HAHA.  Here is the latest on the derby posted this morning:

This will be it with all the speculations and rude remarks that have occurred in the last day. If you do not think the ice is safe in any way, then do not fish. It is that simple. From here on out ALL comments will be restricted. If you have questions about anything, you can call the club at 518-532-7572. Thank you.

Rude remarks  ::)   .....  Wait until someone drowns
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 03, 2017, 07:53 AM
I think they just pulled the whole site off of Facebook. Gone!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tjk3rd on Mar 03, 2017, 08:04 AM
I would like to thank all the local guys who have posted up to the minute conditions on Schroon.  My son, brother and I have been making the 4 hour drive up for the tourney for several years now and can't wait every year.  Would have been 5 of us this year and we would have been very disappointed without your concerned and caring posts.  I am sure your efforts will prevent someone from danger and possibly save a life.  We will just wait till next year.  Thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 03, 2017, 08:05 AM
They can't even get anybody from their club to take a boat to the ice and check it.  How is anyone to know, oh take a chance, so this club can pocket the entry fee's (which most are pre-paid).  It's all about money the club is gong to make.  My pre-paid entry is the last one they will get out of me, and the group of 7 that was coming with me.  Hope all Ice Shanty members follow suit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 03, 2017, 08:16 AM
Fortunately I have all the "rude" comments saved.  The rudest I saw was asking if it was greed on their part.  Legit question.  And yes it appears the page is down completely.  Ironic it appears the one leading the page and trolling here lives about 1700 miles from Schroon Lake.  Hardly someone to be making decisions, I'd say.

WEC, honorable decision.  Amazing what money and yes, greed, will do to an organization.

Good luck to those going out on the other area lakes this weekend, most important stay safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 03, 2017, 08:21 AM
I think they just pulled the whole site off of Facebook. Gone!!

HAHAHAHAHA.    It was a matter of time.    I'm surprised it lasted this long with all the negitivity.    I'm glad people have other means of gathering information (such as from this site), and people who are willing to help others out.

Thank you to all the members who helped.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 03, 2017, 08:25 AM
Nice work Jon.  It will be interesting to see if anyone does attend.  Did any of the local news outlets seem interested in covering?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 03, 2017, 08:31 AM
http://poststar.com/blogs/adirondack_outdoors/schroon-lake-ice-derby-still-on-with-questions/article_8faca7ec-0000-11e7-b1c4-375e8f9f52a9.html (http://poststar.com/blogs/adirondack_outdoors/schroon-lake-ice-derby-still-on-with-questions/article_8faca7ec-0000-11e7-b1c4-375e8f9f52a9.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeep528 on Mar 03, 2017, 08:36 AM
Has anyone tried calling the game club
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 03, 2017, 08:42 AM
http://poststar.com/blogs/adirondack_outdoors/schroon-lake-ice-derby-still-on-with-questions/article_8faca7ec-0000-11e7-b1c4-375e8f9f52a9.html (http://poststar.com/blogs/adirondack_outdoors/schroon-lake-ice-derby-still-on-with-questions/article_8faca7ec-0000-11e7-b1c4-375e8f9f52a9.html)

Just read the newspaper article, nice work Jon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 03, 2017, 08:50 AM
Only further update, the lake is going to be patrolled heavily by Encon, police, and rescue personnel along with an airboat.  Wonder how much taxpayer money that will cost us.  2 days of OT on a weekend will add up fast. And I'm sure all those people will appreciate having to sit in vehicles all day on a 15 degree day with 30 mph winds.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: combsey on Mar 03, 2017, 08:55 AM
They say call the club but no one will answer.      Hmm.. must be out checking the ice lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 03, 2017, 09:04 AM
 That newspaper article is awesome !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Mar 03, 2017, 09:23 AM
Great job Jon!  These "club" people are a total joke.


P.s. - This is almost as funny as the bare handed dog poop incident.  :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 03, 2017, 09:31 AM
https://m.facebook.com/groups/903994993040992?tsid=0.15650982466161467&source=typeahead#!/groups/903994993040992?view=info&refid=18

Private group now??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 03, 2017, 09:34 AM
Great job Jon!  These "club" people are a total joke.


P.s. - This is almost as funny as the bare handed dog poop incident.  :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:

hahahaha!

And I want to thank the mods of iceshanty for letting us make people aware of what's going on.  I tried to behave and ignore the troll.  I know you could have locked it down, I and I'm sure many others appreciate that you've left it open. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 03, 2017, 09:36 AM
+1.


Good on the members here for sticking to the facts too.   Stay safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 03, 2017, 10:15 AM
hahahaha!

And I want to thank the mods of iceshanty for letting us make people aware of what's going on.  I tried to behave and ignore the troll.  I know you could have locked it down, I and I'm sure many others appreciate that you've left it open.

You were more polite than I would have been.  The mods that run NY are solid! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Mar 03, 2017, 11:45 AM
That's horrible on their part! I can't believe they are willing to jeopardize the safety of others than to just swallow their pride and cancel it. The only logical  reason is that the club is too damn money hungry and lazy to give everyone's money back. What a bleeping joke!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 03, 2017, 11:59 AM
That's horrible on their part! I can't believe they are willing to jeopardize the safety of others than to just swallow their pride and cancel it. The only logical  reason is that the club is too damn money hungry and lazy to give everyone's money back. What a bleeping joke!!!!

yep, probably already spent the prepaid tourney entries
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkslabslayer on Mar 03, 2017, 01:09 PM
They should at least hold some type of bbq cookout and give some prizes every hour and cash payouts like any other tourney would do
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 03, 2017, 02:16 PM
Just getting back from being out of town all day, I see the open areas have iced over, but not enough to walk on.  There is a traffic jam at the end of Fowler, guys with 4wheelers expecting to get on I guess.  Spoke with a State Forest Ranger, he said he didn't know where people were going to get on, cause the edges are bad.  To make matters worse it is snowing lightly, if it continues that would cover up all the bad areas, what a mess!  I'll be at the town dock in the morning with my coffee watching this performance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 03, 2017, 02:37 PM
That sounds like an iffy situation at best....keep us posted Tony...I'll be on Winni but will be checking to see how things shake out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ESOX FIX on Mar 03, 2017, 03:24 PM
nice job guys, no doubt this thread saves a life or two. the scary part is the only ones who will be out there are clueless to their paroles. best read on here in a long time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 03, 2017, 03:37 PM
Just saw this from DEC:
DEC Advises Ice Anglers and Others About Poor Ice Conditions

Ice anglers and others thinking of traversing the frozen surface of waters in the Adirondacks and other locations should be aware that due to the recent number of days with warm temperatures and rain, ice has thinned.

Areas of ice around inlets, outlets and shorelines of largely open water or thin ice should be avoided. Rivers, streams and most channels of moving water through lakes and ponds are also open or covered with thin ice and should be avoided.

Ice near boathouses and docks, especially those using "bubblers" or other ice prevention devices, should also be avoided. Motor vehicles, snowmobiles and ATVs should not be taken on any ice at this time.

No ice should be considered safe without checking the thickness and condition of the ice first. If you plan to go on the ice, be safe on the ice.

ice on lake

I got to believe if DEC had it's way nobody would be on Schroon tomorrow, then again, part of me doesn't want any more government interference in our lives, too much already.  Torn.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 03, 2017, 03:42 PM
Just getting back from being out of town all day, I see the open areas have iced over, but not enough to walk on.  There is a traffic jam at the end of Fowler, guys with 4wheelers expecting to get on I guess.  Spoke with a State Forest Ranger, he said he didn't know where people were going to get on, cause the edges are bad.  To make matters worse it is snowing lightly, if it continues that would cover up all the bad areas, what a mess!  I'll be at the town dock in the morning with my coffee watching this performance.

Thanks for your help.  Hopefully in the end, AMH518 will come on here and gloat and say she told us so, and nobody goes through.  In the end I'd like to think someone was prevented from at least going in.  The icing over is good news, bad news.  Hopefully people can walk out.  But also hope people don't just go out blindly.  Hope you can enjoy your coffee tomorrow in peace.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Mar 03, 2017, 03:49 PM
Mods, Jon and everyone else, thank you for your info, efforts and the restraint shown in responding to the club representative. I find it absolutely amazing that any organization would allow the sort of vulgarity used last night against Jon. Well done, bud. You have a cool head under fire. My girlfriend lives in Chestertown and knows many of the members. Her response upon hearing about this was the same as mine...they've received our last penny of support. Shame things like this have to happen. Greed is a terrible thing.

I'll spend my time prepping tackle for the new(to me) boat I just bought.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 03, 2017, 04:02 PM
If the snow continues there will def be multiple fall ins if not deaths , I saw the vegas line for Schroon and the over and under was at 6 1/2
I'm betting on the over
 :'( :'( :'( :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TRAPPER3 on Mar 03, 2017, 04:30 PM
A disgrace to our sport !!!!!!!! Never saw 1 organization do this before and hope to never see it again !!!!!!
BE SAFE !!!!!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bird21s on Mar 03, 2017, 05:19 PM
yep, probably already spent the prepaid tourney entries

My thoughts too, I'm sure this is not a 100% pay out tourney. Poor management likely allowed the money to be spent.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Mar 03, 2017, 05:44 PM
Just getting back from being out of town all day, I see the open areas have iced over, but not enough to walk on.  There is a traffic jam at the end of Fowler, guys with 4wheelers expecting to get on I guess.  Spoke with a State Forest Ranger, he said he didn't know where people were going to get on, cause the edges are bad.  To make matters worse it is snowing lightly, if it continues that would cover up all the bad areas, what a mess!  I'll be at the town dock in the morning with my coffee watching this performance.

Tony,

What time? I'm in town it will be fun to have someone to enjoy the show with.

Will
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 03, 2017, 06:03 PM
Will I usually get to Stewarts around 6:30-7:00.  Look for a dark red Ford 250 Superduty.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Mar 03, 2017, 06:05 PM
Tony,

I have a white Acadia I will see you then.

Will
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RedneckofLatham on Mar 03, 2017, 06:06 PM
Their lack of concern about the people fishing had totally turned me off. In the past i always enjoyed the schroon tournament but ffom now on i will no longer register to fish in their derby
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 03, 2017, 06:19 PM
Just got home from Schroon, picked up my groups pre-paid entries.  F&G Club thinks things are fine and dandy.  The guy in the bait shop told me they sold over 500 tickets.  The water is higher than it's been all week, and the little bit of skim ice and the snow on top of it , make it now more dangerous.  Keep us posted on the circus Tony, I'm going to Blue Mt. Lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 03, 2017, 06:48 PM
Just got home from Schroon, picked up my groups pre-paid entries.  F&G Club thinks things are fine and dandy.  The guy in the bait shop told me they sold over 500 tickets.  The water is higher than it's been all week, and the little bit of skim ice and the snow on top of it , make it now more dangerous.  Keep us posted on the circus Tony, I'm going to Blue Mt. Lake.
Beyond belief Bill, will do, good luck on Blue.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 03, 2017, 08:10 PM
How much ice is on blue mountain? Bill
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 03, 2017, 08:49 PM
Just got home from Schroon, picked up my groups pre-paid entries.  F&G Club thinks things are fine and dandy.  The guy in the bait shop told me they sold over 500 tickets.  The water is higher than it's been all week, and the little bit of skim ice and the snow on top of it , make it now more dangerous.  Keep us posted on the circus Tony, I'm going to Blue Mt. Lake.

Good luck! 

Tony if I wasn't fishing I'd be joining for the coffee and the show....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 03, 2017, 08:57 PM
If the shore is locked up now and it is this cold, do you suppose some people might be able to walk out tomorrow?  I'm not going, just curious. Ive been planning on getting back out after the weekend with this cold weather.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 04, 2017, 04:15 AM
How much ice is on blue mountain? Bill

Good morning, haven't been on it for two weeks, then it was about 20 inches.  Gonna walk out and see how it looks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 04, 2017, 04:23 AM
If the shore is locked up now and it is this cold, do you suppose some people might be able to walk out tomorrow?  I'm not going, just curious. Ive been planning on getting back out after the weekend with this cold weather.

When i was there at 5:00 yesterday afternoon, the shoreline was not locked up, it had some skim ice, with new snow on it.  It all depends on how much snow gets on it.  We have had on and off snow squalls late yesterday afternoon, and last night.  I live in Indian Lake, and we had a couple of inches of new snow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2017, 04:45 AM
-1 below here at my place, must be low single numbers in town. Just a dusting of snow, enough to hide things.  If I was going out, and I'm not, I'd want to really see what I was walking on. There might be enough skim ice to walk on, but you know what's going to happen. Some guy is going to try to get on with a quad, break through, and now your limited access is shot.  Someone told me on Fb last night that the east shore is better since the winds pushed the ice up against shore yesterday.  That sounds safe, moving blocks of ice connected by skim ice.  This should be interesting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ICE WANDERER on Mar 04, 2017, 05:28 AM


                I love ice fishing but not on your life would I try to get out on that ice, it's formula for a disaster! :cookoo:

                IW
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sameoljets on Mar 04, 2017, 06:27 AM
Bad ice + schroon lake = waste of time ... ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 04, 2017, 06:37 AM
Hope every 1 trying schroon today stays dry not a good day to get wet.

Jon ur a better man than I am, I woulda prolly been ban from the site arguing with who z what's it,had a hard time biting my tongue.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Mar 04, 2017, 06:50 AM
Was able to walk on. East side, north of Adirondack.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Mar 04, 2017, 07:41 AM
Would you mind telling where you parked? Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Mar 04, 2017, 07:53 AM
Would you mind telling where you parked? Thanks.

Sorry. Private access point. Permission from landowner only.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 04, 2017, 08:25 AM
Thought this week would be the last hurrah, but the ten day forcast is looking very good again!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Mar 04, 2017, 08:43 AM
I understand adkr. thanks anyway.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 04, 2017, 08:51 AM
Are people walking  on from west side?? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Mar 04, 2017, 09:09 AM
were in there narrows, got on fine, 4+ at the shore, 3 lakers so far
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Mar 04, 2017, 09:27 AM
lol I can see it now. If no incidents, someone is going to get on here gloating with the old "I told you so" BS
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Mar 04, 2017, 09:49 AM
Interested in hearing about Stewarts/town boat launch access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 04, 2017, 09:52 AM
were in there narrows, got on fine, 4+ at the shore, 3 lakers so far

Thank you.  Perfect answer.  Thank you!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Mar 04, 2017, 10:19 AM
lol I can see it now. If no incidents, someone is going to get on here gloating with the old "I told you so" BS

I hope you're right actually.  I want to be "wrong" about safety concerns.  If anything bad did happen, I'm certain nobody would gloat about it.  Hope it stays 100% safe for the weekend out there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 04, 2017, 10:24 AM
How many are out on the ice?   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OZZY on Mar 04, 2017, 11:13 AM
Looked like less than 100 people out there. DEC at the ready with air boat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 04, 2017, 11:14 AM
Also interested in northern shoreline / fowler shoreline
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 04, 2017, 11:15 AM
I might just have to go tomorrow  ::)

Or I might see about a 10 lb walleye 😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2017, 11:47 AM
How many are out on the ice?
Ok, here's the deal.  There is a fraction of the normal amount of fishermen on Schroon today, but people are fishing, and so far no emergency calls, thank God.  The edges have put on a fair amount of ice in a couple days, although the high March sun is making things wet again, despite the temps only in the single numbers.  Getting off could be the biggest challenge.  Here's where guys are getting on. North end, Woods lodge, just south of Fowler the town has a right of way to the lake, very crowded with vehicles.  The thing that concerns me about that spot is that some have crossed the channel of the river to fish the far (east) side. I wouldn't trust that area AT ALL.  Warm rainwater has been flowing into the lake for 2 weeks, not good.  Quite a few vehicles parked along Skylark Lane (private), I can't believe they all have permission. Guys are also getting on at the Narrows and Eagle Pt. Just a couple vehicles along East Shore Drive.  Nobody off Adirondack, when I passed there earlier this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 04, 2017, 11:58 AM
Ok, here's the deal.  There is a fraction of the normal amount of fishermen on Schroon today, but people are fishing, and so far no emergency calls, thank God.  The edges have put on a fair amount of ice in a couple days, although the high March sun is making things wet again, despite the temps only in the single numbers.  Getting off could be the biggest challenge.  Here's where guys are getting on. North end, Woods lodge, just south of Fowler the town has a right of way to the lake, very crowded with vehicles.  The thing that concerns me about that spot is that some have crossed the channel of the river to fish the far (east) side. I wouldn't trust that area AT ALL.  Warm rainwater has been flowing into the lake for 2 weeks, not good.  Quite a few vehicles parked along Skylark Lane (private), I can't believe they all have permission. Guys are also getting on at the Narrows and Eagle Pt. Just a couple vehicles along East Sore Drive.  Nobody off Adirondack, when I passed there earlier this morning.

Thank you SchrnLker.  your info has been very helpful.  (as usual)   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 04, 2017, 12:02 PM
not suprising they have a low turnout with all this commotion.  Thanks for the update on the ice and genuine concern for safety. It does seem like this went from certain death to a resonably safe ice derby pretty quick, with the cold temps, and river dropping, as they (Schroon fish and game) predicted?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2017, 12:18 PM
not suprising they have a low turnout with all this commotion.  Thanks for the update on the ice and genuine concern for safety. It does seem like this went from certain death to a resonably safe ice derby pretty quick, with the cold temps, and river dropping, as they (Schroon fish and game) predicted?

I believe the firestorm on social media most likely saved lives this weekend.  There are places on Schroon that normally would be safe for the Derby would get you wet or killed this year.  Since everyone has to walk, very few are roaming, but tomorrow if guys can get on with wheelers that could be something entirely different. The kinds of equipment on the backs of trucks tell me many had no clue about the conditions this year.  We raised awareness, hopefully the rest of the weekend will be incident free.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 04, 2017, 12:22 PM
I believe the firestorm on social media most likely saved lives this weekend.  There are places on Schroon that normally would be safe for the Derby would get you wet or killed this year.  Since everyone has to walk, very few are roaming, but tomorrow if guys can get on with wheelers that could be something entirely different. The kinds of equipment on the backs of trucks tell me many had no clue about the conditions this year.  We raised awareness, hopefully the rest of the weekend will be incident free.

Absolutely, you've provided a great service to many thought out the year (myself included).  Know everyone's heart was/is in the right place.  It does seem like it might not have been malicious or greedy decision by the club though and just different assumptions about where the ice would be by today than many one here thought. Seems like they were generally right, even if only by dumb luck.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 04, 2017, 12:43 PM
I will bite my tongue about the Internet reports.
Glad folks are fishing , having fun and hopefully a safe return. Thanks for all those in concern.

Might just pull all my gear back together. I'm a boots on the ground guy and it's getting mighty cold again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fish Hard on Mar 04, 2017, 07:29 PM
Saw all the internet drama going on and just had to take a drive over today to check it out. Didn't get there until about 3:00, but I only saw about 30-40 people on the lake. Not much going on anywhere, really kind of dead at all the lakes. The ice looked safe from the road today, couldn't see any open water, like all of the Champlain valley lakes have. Everyone use good judgement and stay safe!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 04, 2017, 08:08 PM
Anyone fish there today that can give me a report on thickness accessibility and where to go thank you
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishy1 on Mar 05, 2017, 04:58 AM
on facebook this morning one group coming off had one guy go through up to his neck. be safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 05, 2017, 05:11 AM
on facebook this morning one group coming off had one guy go through up to his neck. be safe

Several reports of people falling in on the way off, including the one you mentioned.  way below zero this morning, should be better, just be careful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 05, 2017, 07:24 AM
Glad every 1 made it off even if the got wet hope these cold temps helped but man still sketchy hope no one else gets soggy and hope that the event organizers are satisfied and sleep well they got there money and only a few people got wet......
Hope u can pick up on the sarcasm
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 05, 2017, 07:26 AM
on facebook this morning one group coming off had one guy go through up to his neck. be safe

That must have been a bit uncomfortable  :o  .....  i know i cringe when my pool is below 75  ;D

Can't say they weren't warned
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fisherbone on Mar 05, 2017, 07:41 AM
Great information on this thread guys!!!  I know it was sketchy but the guys that went out appear to have been rewarded.....

42+ inch 20# Pike with a 35" right underneath it.....

Definitely impressive catches and glad everyone got in and out safe yesterday... I imagine today won't be an issue as the shores had to lock up with these super cold temps last night!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 05, 2017, 07:48 AM
Great information on this thread guys!!!  I know it was sketchy but the guys that went out appear to have been rewarded.....

42+ inch 20# Pike with a 35" right underneath it.....

Definitely impressive catches and glad everyone got in and out safe yesterday... I imagine today won't be an issue as the shores had to lock up with these super cold temps last night!

where are you getting that info from?  I'd like to see the full leader board.  Pretty amazing that someone seems to find a 20+ pike each year!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ADKer on Mar 05, 2017, 09:06 AM
where are you getting that info from?  I'd like to see the full leader board.  Pretty amazing that someone seems to find a 20+ pike each year!

http://schroonlakefishandgame.com/icefishingderby
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 05, 2017, 09:35 AM
http://schroonlakefishandgame.com/icefishingderby

Thanks.  I am fishing Tuesday, if anyone has suggestions on where the best refrozen access is id greatly appreciate it! Planning on the narrows as someone mentioned they walked on there yesterday and it starts off very shallow for a bit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 05, 2017, 09:48 AM
Wow any body hear or felt that under water wave about a half hour ago. Crazy moved my shanty few inches never heard or felt anything like it. Almost like earth quake lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 05, 2017, 04:46 PM
Wow any body hear or felt that under water wave about a half hour ago. Crazy moved my shanty few inches never heard or felt anything like it. Almost like earth quake lol

Yup...i was out there...in the narrows.  it was like riding a surf board for about 3 seconds!!  heard it coming....and listened to it "roll" all the way to the North end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 05, 2017, 05:31 PM
Yep it was in The Narrows it's scared my wife off the ice lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mike304 on Mar 05, 2017, 06:13 PM
Glad every 1 made it off even if the got wet hope these cold temps helped but man still sketchy hope no one else gets soggy and hope that the event organizers are satisfied and sleep well they got there money and only a few people got wet......
Hope u can pick up on the sarcasm
Seriously, you're criticizing the organizers? Give me a break! Its each individuals responsibility to decide whether its safe for them to go on the ice, nobody forced them. Going through the ice is ALWAYS a risk you take when ice fishing, regardless of how much ice there is.  Who's responsible for the guy going swimming on Harris Bay last week, there wasn't any derby there?
This is one of the biggest problems with our society today, someone is always looking for others to blame for what happens to them. Take responsibility for your own actions and their consequences.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hunt4perch on Mar 05, 2017, 06:37 PM
This years winner and winning pike look the same a last years. You make the call.

www.schroonlakeregion.com/blog/2017/01/anglers-ice (http://www.schroonlakeregion.com/blog/2017/01/anglers-ice)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Mar 05, 2017, 07:20 PM
OK Then they should of Refunded Everyone's  entry fee !!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 05, 2017, 07:32 PM
This years winner and winning pike look the same a last years. You make the call.

www.schroonlakeregion.com/blog/2017/01/anglers-ice (http://www.schroonlakeregion.com/blog/2017/01/anglers-ice)

See what you are talking about, but do you think it is the same fish?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Mar 05, 2017, 09:15 PM
(http://oi65.tinypic.com/14sejgg.jpg)

2016: http://schroonlaker.com/blog-roll/2016/3/6/a-fish-story-or-three
2017: http://schroonlakefishandgame.com/icefishingderby

Yes, it appears to be the same guy.... Different fish though- wow! Some people just have a lake figured out I guess. absolutely not same fish imo!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 05, 2017, 09:58 PM
Seriously, you're criticizing the organizers? Give me a break! Its each individuals responsibility to decide whether its safe for them to go on the ice, nobody forced them. Going through the ice is ALWAYS a risk you take when ice fishing, regardless of how much ice there is.  Who's responsible for the guy going swimming on Harris Bay last week, there wasn't any derby there?
This is one of the biggest problems with our society today, someone is always looking for others to blame for what happens to them. Take responsibility for your own actions and their consequences.
mike you are absolutely correct! it is up to each individual to decide weather or not the ice is safe enough to fish and I agree people are always looking for someone else to blame,that said I do blame the organizers for eluding all week the ice is perfectly fine,when in fact they were not able to even get out to check the ice themselves due to high water and an eroded shore line.if ur not from around here and many people that fish this derby are not from around here may have been lead to belive the ice was in better shape than it was.I also look at all the other derbies that were cancelled due to sub par ice conditions,why?  because event organizers did not want the responsibility,guilt,blame or whatever placed on them if something would have happened and someone  was injured or worse.also the lakes these derbies were on had better ice conditions at the time the derbies were scheduled than the condition of schroons ice now and were still cancelled for saftey. IMO it was irresponsible to hold this particular event this year with conditions the way they are.holding an event like this may give a false sense of security. what I mean is some dumb @$$ who lives 6 hours away and knows little about the lake may just assume that because the event wasn't cancelled then the ice must be fine and if the ice wasn't good then the derby would be cancelled just like the rest of the derbies,when you hold an event like this you have to treat everyone like they know nothing about ice and ice saftey and certainly don't post on the club website that the ice is perfectly fine when in fact the ice was not and when some concerned folks commented on the same website warning anglers about the ice conditions those posts were removed,and for that reason rite there is why I criticize the organizers
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hunt4perch on Mar 06, 2017, 06:56 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/VS26exg.jpg)

Check the eyes. Does it look like a fresh caught fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njg0621 on Mar 06, 2017, 07:27 AM
That fish looks like it's been in the freezer!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 06, 2017, 07:29 AM
I've seen eyeballs freeze real quick in super cold weather. 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 06, 2017, 07:44 AM
I've seen eyeballs freeze real quick in super cold weather.

For sure.  If you keep a fish out of water too long that can happen when it is single digits.  It would take som serious balls to weigh in the same fish one year later at the same derby.  Also it would look amazing for a year old in the freezer fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 06, 2017, 08:00 AM
With single digit temps on sat and Sunday starting off below zero, everything would freeze pretty quick.   The few perch I got froze instantly. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hunt4perch on Mar 06, 2017, 08:54 AM
For sure.  If you keep a fish out of water too long that can happen when it is single digits.  It would take som serious balls to weigh in the same fish one year later at the same derby.  Also it would look amazing for a year old in the freezer fish
There is more than one factor to determine the state of this fish besides the eyes. The body is somewhat dehydrated and misshapen. The photos show different sides of the fish. The 2016 photos, showing the side of the 2017 fish distinctive markings, on the F&G Facebook pages have been removed. If the 2017 fish was longer and heavier it would be more believable.

.........And why the feeble attempt to change the his name from year to year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneBucketMike on Mar 06, 2017, 08:57 AM
With single digit temps on sat and Sunday starting off below zero, everything would freeze pretty quick.   The few perch I got froze instantly.

Just my 2 cents but I agree it is the same guy (did he register under a different name last year?) but not the same fish. Last years fish's "white spots" were more elongated than this years. It also looks like this years fish had been around for awhile and was dehyraded-yes they flash freeze when left on ice in 10F but they do thaw back out and look normal again like the fish from last year. I guess that is why some of the bigger tournaments give lie detector tests to the winners?
All that being said maybe the guy is just a darn good fisherman.

(Modify) I see Hunts4perch and I had the exact same thoughts at the same time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Papa Sly on Mar 06, 2017, 09:27 AM
Seriously, you're criticizing the organizers? Give me a break! Its each individuals responsibility to decide whether its safe for them to go on the ice, nobody forced them. Going through the ice is ALWAYS a risk you take when ice fishing, regardless of how much ice there is.  Who's responsible for the guy going swimming on Harris Bay last week, there wasn't any derby there?
This is one of the biggest problems with our society today, someone is always looking for others to blame for what happens to them. Take responsibility for your own actions and their consequences.

You couldn't be farther from the truth! While I agree that to many people try to blame others today and not take responsibility for their actions there is a huge difference between fishing on your own and fishing in a sponsored tournament. If you have been ice fishing for any length of time you would understand this. They not only said that the lake was and would be safe but said that the people actually checking the lake to really know were wrong and that there was no need to worry. This is very irresponsible, especially since 8 or 9 people went through so they were wrong. People travel a long way for this and other tournaments and have a right to expect honesty from the organizers, not ones only concerned with the money!
Jon and Jon were right to do what they did and probably saved some lives and a lot of money for travelers also by actually checking the ice and knowing what to tell people rather than telling people they couldn't check the ice and then removing the web site so people couldn't even check there.....very unprofessional. I have been ice fishing over 35 years and have never heard of a organization that was more concerned about their money than the safety of the participants! Everyone should not even attend next year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 06, 2017, 10:02 AM
I made a post about a hour ago and thought better about it and deleted it....but others are saying my same thoughts, so I will just post my opinion...

Obviously same guy....and obviously two different fish. The non frozen fish has a complete different pattern then the frozen one. No arguement there....where I get suspiscious, is when I look closely at the frozen one..

Anyone that has wrapped and frozen a fish for some time will know exactly what I am talking about. Look at the tail fin, dorsal fin and other fins. If you notice, the fine are only halfway iced up. The tail fin is clear as day to menwith a perfectly straight ice edge...the way those fine look suggest the fish was wrapped with suran wrap, aminum foil or something....and I am saying that is because when you unwrap a fish, specifically the tips of the fins will have the ice ripped off, or they will thaw first from the lack of ice from being in-wrapped. Also noticed the back...pretty clear of ice. Also a indicator of being wrapped. If that fish was left to freeze freshly on the ice, it would be frozen equally, or covered in snow etc. a big northern will flop around for some time.... I'm not seeing any signs that the fish was freshly thrown on the ice IMO. Nature doesn't make perfectly straight thaw lines...

Again, just a observation. I also fail to see a 21lb northern in that frozen one....unless the fish has been frozen for some time and is frozen solid....then you are looking at adding some good weight...even in 10* temps, fish of that size won't freeze to the core for a long time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 06, 2017, 10:33 AM
I made a post about a hour ago and thought better about it and deleted it....but others are saying my same thoughts, so I will just post my opinion...

Obviously same guy....and obviously two different fish. The non frozen fish has a complete different pattern then the frozen one. No arguement there....where I get suspiscious, is when I look closely at the frozen one..

Anyone that has wrapped and frozen a fish for some time will know exactly what I am talking about. Look at the tail fin, dorsal fin and other fins. If you notice, the fine are only halfway iced up. The tail fin is clear as day to menwith a perfectly straight ice edge...the way those fine look suggest the fish was wrapped with suran wrap, aminum foil or something....and I am saying that is because when you unwrap a fish, specifically the tips of the fins will have the ice ripped off, or they will thaw first from the lack of ice from being in-wrapped. Also noticed the back...pretty clear of ice. Also a indicator of being wrapped. If that fish was left to freeze freshly on the ice, it would be frozen equally, or covered in snow etc. a big northern will flop around for some time.... I'm not seeing any signs that the fish was freshly thrown on the ice IMO. Nature doesn't make perfectly straight thaw lines...

Again, just a observation. I also fail to see a 21lb northern in that frozen one....unless the fish has been frozen for some time and is frozen solid....then you are looking at adding some good weight...even in 10* temps, fish of that size won't freeze to the core for a long time.

I do agree with you there,  not the same fish, but i know exactly what you are saying with the "previously wrapped" fish look.  The more i look at, the more questions i have.

Also doesn't help that its the same guy, with the pike of the year, in one weekend each year.  Not saying he cheated, only he knows if thats the case, but it is fairly clear what you are pointing out. 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 06, 2017, 10:37 AM
Glad you see what I see. I was really biting my tongue to stay out of it, but it's just too obvious. I'm not saying he cheated either, but dang if it isn't suspiscous looking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitzer on Mar 06, 2017, 10:44 AM
I agree! very very suspicious. not to mention the fact the F&G Club would rather take a big chance than be safe and call it off for next year. again, thank god there were no casualties
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 06, 2017, 10:49 AM
Also checking results of previous years, a 14 pounder won in 2013, then a 10 pounder in 2015.  Now back to back 20 + fish.  Heck of a fishermen, thats for sure.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Mar 06, 2017, 10:55 AM
Even more suspicious when you aren't in the awards photo. Just saying.  :-\
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Mar 06, 2017, 11:22 AM
you guys must have all voted for HILLARY. lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 06, 2017, 11:26 AM
you guys must have all voted for HILLARY. lol

now thats HARSH troll, right there   :o  can't do anything better with the pot than stir it ???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 06, 2017, 01:06 PM
Hopefully this helps.  Enjoy



(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/FB_IMG_1488826716687.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2017, 02:12 PM
Hopefully this helps.  Enjoy



(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/FB_IMG_1488826716687.jpg)

Well if that winning fish was caught out of that hole, interesting.  Guys remember a number of weeks ago we had the discussion about catching large fish in close to shore.......
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 06, 2017, 02:20 PM
I did not doubt that fish for a minute.You guys all realize how cold it was.As far as 20lbers schroon is a pike factory if you know how to fish it.Congrats to this guy he deserves it two years in a row and in chit conditions.Good for you man way to stick it out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mike304 on Mar 06, 2017, 02:31 PM
You couldn't be farther from the truth! While I agree that to many people try to blame others today and not take responsibility for their actions there is a huge difference between fishing on your own and fishing in a sponsored tournament. If you have been ice fishing for any length of time you would understand this. They not only said that the lake was and would be safe but said that the people actually checking the lake to really know were wrong and that there was no need to worry. This is very irresponsible, especially since 8 or 9 people went through so they were wrong. People travel a long way for this and other tournaments and have a right to expect honesty from the organizers, not ones only concerned with the money!
Jon and Jon were right to do what they did and probably saved some lives and a lot of money for travelers also by actually checking the ice and knowing what to tell people rather than telling people they couldn't check the ice and then removing the web site so people couldn't even check there.....very unprofessional. I have been ice fishing over 35 years and have never heard of a organization that was more concerned about their money than the safety of the participants! Everyone should not even attend next year.
First of all, I'm 53 years old and have been ice fishing since I was 13 so I think I know a little bit about what I'm talking about.
Second, I don't care how much you payed, and how far you drove, the ultimate responsibility for your safety is YOU! If you take someone Else's word for it without doing your due diligence and you go through, its on you, period.
If I buy tickets to a NY Giants game, and I choose to drive 5 hours to NJ in a blinding snowstorm, smack my car up and hurt myself, that's not the NY Giants fault.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 06, 2017, 02:50 PM
First of all, I'm 53 years old and have been ice fishing since I was 13 so I think I know a little bit about what I'm talking about.
Second, I don't care how much you payed, and how far you drove, the ultimate responsibility for your safety is YOU! If you take someone Else's word for it without doing your due diligence and you go through, its on you, period.
If I buy tickets to a NY Giants game, and I choose to drive 5 hours to NJ in a blinding snowstorm, smack my car up and hurt myself, that's not the NY Giants fault.
but it is the giants fault if the stadium bleachers are not safe and they knowingly let people sit there, the bleaches collapse and injur people!.....isn't it??

Besides who wants to go see the giants play jk lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Mar 06, 2017, 03:01 PM
but it is the giants fault if the stadium bleachers are not safe and the knowingly let people sit there, the bleaches collapse and injur people.....isn't it

Besides who wants to go see the giants play jk lol
I root for the Patriots just to spite any of my foosball loving friends.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneBucketMike on Mar 06, 2017, 03:28 PM
Hopefully this helps.  Enjoy



(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/FB_IMG_1488826716687.jpg)

OK, I'll stir the pot a little more. If this picture from Berkley4life is supposedly of the fish that won this year, then you can see that fish is not frozen and in fact was kept in the water on that stringer tied to his auger. Which is the way to do because a fish can lose weight laying around and drying out. If anyone does catch a 20# Pike, he should immediately take it in and have it registered/weighed. That's what the Salmon fisherman do in the Lake Ontario Derbys.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishin-Mission on Mar 06, 2017, 03:29 PM
I question if that pike was caught on Saturday 3/4 or Sunday 3/5.  The temperatures were quite cold on both days and this guy is in blue genes.  Either it is a deferent day or he is a better man than me to be out all day in freezing temperatures in blue genes.  Maybe he has some good thermal knits.  Sure seems suspicious.  Nice big pike regardless.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JiggnWithIt on Mar 06, 2017, 03:50 PM
That's a beauty
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 06, 2017, 03:59 PM
Doubting Thomas give this guy a break.This is the real deal unless you were with him tip your cap.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kb on Mar 06, 2017, 04:02 PM
I was up there and did fish.  The worst day was Saturday with the wind. 

As far as blue jeans, one of my friends spent the day in flannel lined blue jeans and a semi-thick windproof jacket. He also had a heated tent to retreat into. 
(He was also the guy who fell through up to his head.  We worked in groups, so it was only the 'inconvenience' of getting wet.  We had another person who went in up to their knees right next to shore.). 

I accessed the lake from a dock that extended into the safe ice, and exited the same way.   There was 11.5 inches once you got past the shoreline. 

The derby is over, congrats to the winner.  That is an impressive fish. 

I hope next year is a better winter.

Kb

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Papa Sly on Mar 06, 2017, 05:52 PM
but it is the giants fault if the stadium bleachers are not safe and they knowingly let people sit there, the bleaches collapse and injur people!.....isn't it??

Besides who wants to go see the giants play jk lol
perfectly said,not really matter how long you have been fishing, no one expects an association putting on a derby to lie and say it's safe when it's not , period!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: AriettaBob on Mar 06, 2017, 07:09 PM
but it is the giants fault if the stadium bleachers are not safe and they knowingly let people sit there, the bleaches collapse and injur people!.....isn't it??
This right here sums it up perfectly. Thanks for so succinctly cutting thru the BS

Besides who wants to go see the giants play jk lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: allfishing on Mar 06, 2017, 08:33 PM
I was on Friends lake, Brant lake, and EAGLE LAKE AND THERE WAS NO SNOW TO BE FOUND. JUST SAYING.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 06, 2017, 08:50 PM
Anyway how does the shoreline look another biter cold front coming
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 06, 2017, 09:13 PM
Man, that photo just proved that fish was from a different day. It's so obvious it isn't even funny. Now, I'm only a 30 year old man but I have NEver seen facial hair grow this fast within a few hours of one photo.... check out the beard thickness under his lip on the sunny day...

(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj136/sxryder46/Mobile%20Uploads/94F4FE53-5E54-4443-BE57-1709438488B5_zps3cxexp4x.png) (http://s271.photobucket.com/user/sxryder46/media/Mobile%20Uploads/94F4FE53-5E54-4443-BE57-1709438488B5_zps3cxexp4x.png.html)

Now at the weigh in....

(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj136/sxryder46/Mobile%20Uploads/4732FED6-CC21-49B5-8CE7-8F847C9556F3_zpse9wa632p.png) (http://s271.photobucket.com/user/sxryder46/media/Mobile%20Uploads/4732FED6-CC21-49B5-8CE7-8F847C9556F3_zpse9wa632p.png.html)

I see skin behind one beard, and not the other..... just saying...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Mar 06, 2017, 11:38 PM
Any updates on paradox shore is it safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mike304 on Mar 07, 2017, 06:18 AM
but it is the giants fault if the stadium bleachers are not safe and they knowingly let people sit there, the bleaches collapse and injur people!.....isn't it??

Besides who wants to go see the giants play jk lol
Giants don't have any control over the weather, and the Schroon Lake F&G Club doesn't have any control over ice conditions.

Not me, but I'm not a Patriots fan either!! ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mike304 on Mar 07, 2017, 06:22 AM
I question if that pike was caught on Saturday 3/4 or Sunday 3/5.  The temperatures were quite cold on both days and this guy is in blue genes.  Either it is a deferent day or he is a better man than me to be out all day in freezing temperatures in blue genes.  Maybe he has some good thermal knits.  Sure seems suspicious.  Nice big pike regardless.
Or he has a portable shanty and a heater!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 07, 2017, 06:41 AM
Touche! mike, touche!

As far as the fish goes look at the stains on the guys genes on his left knee,looks like he is fishing near a road the guy was prolly in the car or a shanty.also it was cold sat and Sunday afternoon who's to say the fish didn't freeze in the back of the truck on the way to F&G club and hadn't fully thawed by the time they took that pic.I'm not surprised to c 1 guy catch 2 monster pike to win the derby 2 years in a row specially on a year that didn't seem to have the turn out of people it usually does, it's not uncommon to land monster pike on schroon if u know the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Mar 07, 2017, 07:54 AM
After watching all of this play out. I think I agree with Mealworm.
I wouldn't be surprised if the dude just has the lake mastered. If he had it mastered last year. He still does this year. And probably stands a good chance at putting up a monster next year.

If we're splitting beard hairs. You're looking at his beard under 2 totally different conditions SS. Condensation from being inside a car or shack to outside will create some beard freeze and perhaps a snotsicle or 2 making the beard appear thinner. At room temperature the beard will thaw returning to it's original thick form. 

I gotta keep a little humor in the conversation.  :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 07, 2017, 08:04 AM
Hey, just pointing out what I'm seeing....

There are 3 other major factors wrong with that picture vs a frozen fish but I will stop at the beard lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 07, 2017, 08:28 AM
Doesn't matter if your the patriots or this guy...winners always have their critics. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Papa Sly on Mar 07, 2017, 09:21 AM
Seems to me like he probably works real hard to master the art of pike fishing and this lake and we should give him credit unless and until anyone can prove any differently. Great job!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Isles91 on Mar 07, 2017, 10:14 AM
Fished Eagle Pt. yesterday (which will be my last time this year).  As of yesterday, there were still some spots to get on the ice, but it's definitely sketchy (first hit with the spud bar and the ice cracked in several spots). 

Midway through the morning, the crack opened up big time (it extends across the entire lake) and I had a hard time finding a spot to cross back over.  It's definitely not going to get any better with the warmer temperatures and rain.  If anyone decides to fish there, don't leave home without your spud bar and stay safe out there.

(http://i66.tinypic.com/5txpog.jpg)

(http://i66.tinypic.com/28h0dcn.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wallyworld on Mar 07, 2017, 10:19 AM
That is some scary looking ice right there  :o :o 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 07, 2017, 10:50 AM
Looks safe to me!   Walk on it at your own risk! ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 07, 2017, 12:49 PM
Eagle has been that way in various stages since it first iced up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tblaster123 on Mar 07, 2017, 01:03 PM
Just my 2 cents. The photos of his "beard thickness" proves nothing.. the only reason it looks that way is from the lighting. It obviously was a sunny day, and the bright sun VS the indoor lights is the only thing causing that illusion.

On the other hand.. that guy is standing a couple feet off shore.. weren't all the shorelines shot for the most part last weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 07, 2017, 01:17 PM
Just my 2 cents. The photos of his "beard thickness" proves nothing.. the only reason it looks that way is from the lighting. It obviously was a sunny day, and the bright sun VS the indoor lights is the only thing causing that illusion.

On the other hand.. that guy is standing a couple feet off shore.. weren't all the shorelines shot for the most part last weekend?

Actually that looks about right for Sat. against steep banks.  educated guess East Shore, winds the day before pushed ice up against shoreline, as well as the little snow we got the night before.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 07, 2017, 02:01 PM
And notice the life jacket,didn't need that last year!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 07, 2017, 03:43 PM
And notice the life jacket,didn't need that last year!

DING DING DING
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 07, 2017, 06:56 PM
Anyone know if eagle is safe or not?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 07, 2017, 08:06 PM
Sorry i meant eagle lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 08, 2017, 02:50 PM
Just wondering if it's worth a trip to schroon lake this weekend. Been trying to plan a trip all year. Is the ice safe. Or is there any other lakes I could try close to schroon that has lake trout. Going after bucket list fish. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 08, 2017, 06:05 PM
Hard to give conditions advise this time of year, looked like a hole opened up at the narrows, but not sure it wasn't a pocket of rainwater.  Going to be very cold this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 08, 2017, 06:14 PM
I was on loon Sunday south west side 15 in of ice but could hear massive cracking and poping from water levils rising. Brant lake had about the same cant say for scroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 08, 2017, 07:21 PM
I'm not familiar with those lakes. Lake trout in them?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 08, 2017, 07:29 PM
If u serch loon lake pdf you can download lake maps and species or on dec website
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 08, 2017, 07:31 PM
I just looked no trout but pike bass loon supposedly has tiger muskie but usual pan fish perch crappi
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 08, 2017, 08:27 PM
Thanks for the info. It's much appreciated. Hate to waste a 3 hour drive for no ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 08, 2017, 08:47 PM
How's the fishing on paradox?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 09, 2017, 05:24 AM
How's the fishing on paradox?

Not sure people have been out.  Last week the edges were gone.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 09, 2017, 06:34 AM
Heading to schroon tomorrow any tips on where to go. First time fishing the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 09, 2017, 08:23 AM
I dont know about scroon but give a report when u do i want to head there this weekend iv never fish there myself 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 09, 2017, 05:33 PM
Heading to schroon tomorrow any tips on where to go. First time fishing the lake.

Don't go to the Narrows, it has opened up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Mar 09, 2017, 05:44 PM
Fished eagle last sat. 18" of ice safe access at that time .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 09, 2017, 06:41 PM
Don't go to the Narrows, it has opened up.

Dang!!  Was hoping wind push iced back to shore.  I was thinking the north end must be getting pretty open too....with the river???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 09, 2017, 06:50 PM
Dang!!  Was hoping wind push iced back to shore.  I was thinking the north end must be getting pretty open too....with the river???

River channel in front of Fowler doesn't look good.  Might be able to find fishable ice in front of the beach southward.  As fast as the Narrows opened up I'm really hesitant to say there is safe ice out there, but there probably is.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 09, 2017, 07:02 PM
Might see the ice firm up a bit with the cold temps.  The glowing ball in the sky is gonna make that tough though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 10, 2017, 04:57 PM
River channel in front of Fowler doesn't look good.  Might be able to find fishable ice in front of the beach southward.  As fast as the Narrows opened up I'm really hesitant to say there is safe ice out there, but there probably is.

Thank you again SchrnLker.  Where did the narrows open up??  It was pretty solid once we got on last weekend.   Might take trip up Saturday....scout about for Sunday AM.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 10, 2017, 05:07 PM
Slim pickins getting on but good once out there. Paradox

(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/20170310_131911-1.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Mar 10, 2017, 05:14 PM
Slim pickins getting on but good once out there. Paradox

(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj143/kkady2/20170310_131911-1.jpg)
witch side? How'd u make out ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 10, 2017, 05:52 PM
I dont know about scroon but give a report when u do i want to head there this weekend iv never fish there myself

Might not be the best ice to go venture out on if you have not fished the lake before.  I may take the ride up Sunday to take a look with another stop in mind just in case.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 10, 2017, 07:40 PM
Ice on schroon is good. Edges r a little ruff but good once on.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 10, 2017, 07:54 PM
Thanks what side of the lake did u have access on planing on hotting ut up in the am
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 11, 2017, 04:18 AM
I got on at the boat launch in town
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: outdoors4good on Mar 11, 2017, 05:56 PM
Anybody go out on Schroon today?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jasonhammell1986 on Mar 11, 2017, 07:30 PM
Yeah windy lol other than that all good edges were fine bu the launch
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 11, 2017, 08:25 PM
We got 3 Lakers. A 19 a 22 and a 14. Lost 2 others at the hole. It's was cold and windy but worth the trip for me. 10 -12 inches of good ice there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 12, 2017, 07:39 AM
Here now 1 off narrows I can see 1 off fowler and one off the launch about to be 2
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Mar 12, 2017, 07:50 AM
Is the shore at the town launch safe?  I know people are out there but is it safe? I'm thinking of coming up tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 12, 2017, 09:07 AM
I went off to the right of the launch left side had a thin sheet then water then ice again ....measured 10-12" was in 43 FOW lost one on the first drop down felt decent they seemed active ....my girlfriend lasted 20mins....ice was LOUD
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: outdoors4good on Mar 12, 2017, 01:44 PM
Thanks for the info.  Just what I was looking/hoping for.  Good luck to all who head out and stay safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 12, 2017, 04:54 PM
Forgot to mention spud spud 🥔
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 13, 2017, 06:18 AM
Well....after yesterday you can't cross the ridge that goes across from Eagle Point.  Have to stay north or south of it. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Mar 13, 2017, 09:40 AM
Well....after yesterday you can't cross the ridge that goes across from Eagle Point.  Have to stay north or south of it.

yeah, finding a pressure ridge we couldn't cross - now that was a first!   Walked the length of it, had to go right to shore to get around it.   I measured 8" of ice out there.   Was able to drive down the hill with 4wd.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 13, 2017, 02:13 PM
It was quite the ice shift....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 14, 2017, 08:16 AM
It looks like our ice will be sheltered from the sun for a bit.  lemons, lemonade...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 14, 2017, 09:22 AM
Indeed extending the season few weeks not bad how much snow are u guys getting up there albany is getting dumped on we already have 5-6
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 14, 2017, 09:28 AM
I'm just west of you in Schenectady.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: o2rmk800 on Mar 14, 2017, 10:00 AM
Little further west in Fonda bout 5-6" here and coming down hard now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 14, 2017, 10:04 AM
18-24" expected in Schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 14, 2017, 07:27 PM
Thinking about going out tomorrow if anyone wants to buddy up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 15, 2017, 09:58 AM
What do the banks look like? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 15, 2017, 04:14 PM
What do the banks look like?
Covered by 2' snow, slushy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 15, 2017, 05:41 PM
Whoops, road banks.   I'll have to dig through to park.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 15, 2017, 06:53 PM
Whoops, road banks.   I'll have to dig through to park.

Biggest we've seen in a few years
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 17, 2017, 01:37 PM
How did the shoreline hold up??  Still getting on and fishing in the same spots as last week??  I'm sure the drag sucks and slushy....but I can manage that.  Thanks for any info/updates.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Mar 17, 2017, 07:16 PM
Fished Eagle Point today, parking lot is plowed out, shoreline is frozen, trail down the hill north and south of the pressure crack is packed from snowmobile traffic, 9in of good ice, no slush, bite was slow. I did not need snowshoes but they made things easier. I talked to two guys at the boat ramp behind Stewart's before I went out and they had checked the ice there and were headed out, hope they had a better bite than I did.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 17, 2017, 07:29 PM
Fished Eagle Point today, parking lot is plowed out, shoreline is frozen, trail down the hill north and south of the pressure crack is packed from snowmobile traffic, 9in of good ice, no slush, bite was slow. I did not need snowshoes but they made things easier. I talked to two guys at the boat ramp behind Stewart's before I went out and they had checked the ice there and were headed out, hope they had a better bite than I did.


Thanks man!!  Sounds good to me.  I appreciate the update.  Hope they are more hungry tomorrow!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 17, 2017, 08:23 PM
Fished Eagle Point today, parking lot is plowed out, shoreline is frozen, trail down the hill north and south of the pressure crack is packed from snowmobile traffic, 9in of good ice, no slush, bite was slow. I did not need snowshoes but they made things easier. I talked to two guys at the boat ramp behind Stewart's before I went out and they had checked the ice there and were headed out, hope they had a better bite than I did.

9" huh...place lost 5-6 inches from Sunday.  Water temp was 40 last Sunday.  Now with snow on top the ice is disappearing from underneath.  Knowing there is a thin spot in front of eagle special considerations must be made...one more time for me tomorrow...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 19, 2017, 08:07 AM
Went to "check the ice" yesterday.  16" found so no departure from what I fished last Sunday.  Found the Lakers too but sadly either they were terrible at eating hooks or I had a rough day with my hookset.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 20, 2017, 12:09 PM
Went to "check the ice" yesterday.  16" found so no departure from what I fished last Sunday.  Found the Lakers too but sadly either they were terrible at eating hooks or I had a rough day with my hookset.

Lots of snow on the ice still up there?  Thinking of maybe going narrows tomorrow, but might stay home and hit open water.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 20, 2017, 01:12 PM
2" - 24" on the ice where I waas fishing.  Rather drifty. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 20, 2017, 03:14 PM
Good luck fishing the narrows it's been open water for almost 3 weeks

I fished it on the 7th and thats two weeks ago tomorrow, so you might be confused.  When people say the narrows "opened up" I think they mean the pressure ridges opened wider, but i'll try the north end if its a no go.  More worried about the parking, as i have a pretty good idea of where the ridge is, and i don't plan on crossing it.

Anyone else find the narrows to have become unsafe or open water? certainly all for saving time in the morning thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Mar 20, 2017, 05:16 PM
When I drove from the north end of the lake to the south end on Friday 3/17 I could see a large area of open water in the Narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 20, 2017, 05:28 PM
Was out of launch yesterday on north end measured 10-12" everywhere and the open water hole is getting bigger in the narrows didn't see a soul out that way ... few people off fowler may give that a shot next weekend haven't tried there yet anyone want to help a brother out pm me pls
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 20, 2017, 05:40 PM
Sounds like i won't mess with the narrows then.  Thanks.  My plan was to go south from the narrows and try the slopes out there, but no need to fish nearer to any open stuff.  Guess ill try the north end then, thanks for the info, ill post what i find.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 20, 2017, 05:44 PM
When I drove from the north end of the lake to the south end on Friday 3/17 I could see a large area of open water in the Narrows.

I fished the narrows Saturday.  The open water is there...but I stayed to the north of it...measured 8-10" anywhere I drilled..   Jig was slow, tip ups kept me busy.  Oh yeah...drag sucked!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 21, 2017, 06:31 AM
I fished the narrows Saturday.  The open water is there...but I stayed to the north of it...measured 8-10" anywhere I drilled..   Jig was slow, tip ups kept me busy.  Oh yeah...drag sucked!!
Thanks for the update
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 21, 2017, 09:53 PM
Got out on the north end today from 8:30-6:30. Went out to the deep flats of the island and set flags and jigged.  Crusty snow turned to 5-6 inches of slushier stuff by the end of day.  Not the hardest pull though overall.  One decent laker on tipup (only flag all day) and one right before I left jigging, just shy of keeper.
Didn't measure ice but cause it was still very thick up that end.
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e53/Samuelbleary/image_zpsv8yzyjiw.jpeg) (http://s37.photobucket.com/user/Samuelbleary/media/image_zpsv8yzyjiw.jpeg.html)

I see what people are talking about on the narrows.
Here's a pic of what must have been open, looked fine if you were fishing the northern narrows, but I'd def spud.
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e53/Samuelbleary/image_zps3kjrzprb.jpeg) (http://s37.photobucket.com/user/Samuelbleary/media/image_zps3kjrzprb.jpeg.html)

Hopefully not the end of my ice season, I'd like to end it the appropriate way, with a skunking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: masoneddie on Mar 22, 2017, 03:53 AM
Nice job Spoondangler!! Thanks for the report and great job on the pictures.... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 22, 2017, 04:50 PM
Going to give it a go tomorrow off fowler if anyone cares to join pm me
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 23, 2017, 03:37 PM
Still plenty of ice edges were good iced 1 19" laker in 93Fow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 23, 2017, 03:44 PM
Still plenty of ice edges were good iced 1 19" laker in 93Fow

Nice. jigging or flag?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 23, 2017, 03:45 PM
Jigging a pimple couple more interested but its tough fishing with a buddy that's a little over zealous in a 2 man flip over lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 24, 2017, 05:34 PM
Visited the lake for the first time in over a month.   We have a bit of damage from ice shoving stuff around. 

The lake has opened up up to the south channel.   Anybody want to troll?   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 25, 2017, 05:34 PM
Anyone go out today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 26, 2017, 09:53 AM
Saw 2 guys out off eagle yesterday.   

I thought of going out this morning, but decided to head home and work on the house some.   It was 17 this morning.  The open areas from yesterday were locked up with 1/2" of beautiful, strong ice.   There shouldn't be any more slush.  If you trust the ice, it's as good as it's going to get.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ICE WANDERER on Mar 31, 2017, 12:55 PM


             My wife's son and I went out on Wednesday, we only fished till noon!

              My wife's son a 20"er
(http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc483/ADKSPORTSMAN/DSCF8937.jpg) (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/ADKSPORTSMAN/media/DSCF8937.jpg.html)

              Mine 18.5
(http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc483/ADKSPORTSMAN/DSCF8938.jpg) (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/ADKSPORTSMAN/media/DSCF8938.jpg.html)
             Not the biggest fish but fun on a jig stick!

             IW
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: filetandrelease on Mar 31, 2017, 01:35 PM
Nice job getting 1 more trip in
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Mar 31, 2017, 04:59 PM
How was the ice and what did u have for thickness?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 31, 2017, 07:17 PM
Nice job!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Mar 31, 2017, 07:18 PM
Great job Jeff... Glad to see your extending the season..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ICE WANDERER on Apr 01, 2017, 02:06 PM


           There was about 10" of mixed ice, but the shoreline looks like it could go at any time! With weather yesterday I wouldn't
           try it! :(

           IW
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Apr 02, 2017, 09:24 AM

           There was about 10" of mixed ice, but the shoreline looks like it could go at any time! With weather yesterday I wouldn't
           try it! :(

           IW

The shore and ice was fine yesterday.  The fishing was not but hey on ice 1 April.  Not too bad.  Even got a visit from the local EPO.  I forget his name, lives near the lake.  Bs'ed with him for a while and was happy to see a personable officer.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Apr 04, 2017, 09:04 PM
How much did the lake rise with the rain?   I think another 2 inches is supposed to fall by friday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 05, 2017, 05:26 PM
It's on the rise, a lot more rain coming, then sixties and seventies afterward.  Just in time, my ice out contest dates start Monday!  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Apr 08, 2017, 08:29 PM
Went past today still cold up there.  Saw some guys on Eagle...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Apr 09, 2017, 07:49 PM
I got a look at the lake today.  Driving up along the river I got the sinking feeling I'g be swimming to the cabin.  Luckily I still have about a foot and a half of vertical before my feet would get wet.  No way in hell id be out on that ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 10, 2017, 05:35 AM
Lake will go out this week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Apr 10, 2017, 11:14 AM
No doubt.  It only looks to be a couple inches thick and there's all sorts of sun hitting it the next few days.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Apr 11, 2017, 02:58 PM
Did it float down the river?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 11, 2017, 05:21 PM
Continues to open up.  Open from marina past Fowler to north of the Island. Narrows mostly open.  All gone by Friday I think.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Apr 14, 2017, 07:11 PM

i got a call today that one of the docks was trying to escape.  Luckily one of the other guys was able to get up there and tie a line to it.  I guess there was only a few inches of pipe holding it in place.  I think it is normally secured by around 4 other pipes.  I think we'll be replacing some pipes this year! If he hadn't been able to get up,  I would have been making the trip up.  I'm glad I didn't have to go looking for it down the river.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 06, 2017, 05:56 PM
A few from last year one of the bigger perch I caught here  @) let’s warm this pup back up
(https://s17.postimg.cc/vqu3ie5wr/69_FB7_D86-_C2_D3-4591-_AE50-85615_DA4_B644.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/vqu3ie5wr/)

(https://s17.postimg.cc/kr8w6ti2j/767_C426_F-_F590-4400-_ACDE-0_E94619_B3_C75.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/kr8w6ti2j/)

(https://s17.postimg.cc/ubsitozor/AC2264_EE-1296-4163-_A03_B-_C3220_EA7_F3_B6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ubsitozor/)

(https://s17.postimg.cc/imoj5qo5n/B00352_BB-_E209-43_A8-976_C-621_ECBEA6_E30.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/imoj5qo5n/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 07, 2017, 03:23 PM
Any ice on north Schroon yet???
The next 10days are below 30 and even into single digits , I'm hoping to be out Christmas weekend
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(https://s33.postimg.cc/4lh2nco7v/IMG_1819.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4lh2nco7v/)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 07, 2017, 04:32 PM
I was on schroon on Sunday in my bass boat. Water temps were 43 everywhere on the lake pretty much. Not a sign of ice anywhere. Not even the back bays... so no, there isn’t any ice on north schroon yet... but there will be starting Tuesday night.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Holzworthn on Dec 12, 2017, 05:01 PM
Anyone know if there's any sign of ice on schroon yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 13, 2017, 02:00 PM
Ice on some edges, up by the marina looks to have some ice.  We'll see what happens tonight.  10* 2pm and dropping.  If wind dies down.....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Dec 13, 2017, 02:10 PM
well said. indeed, the wind is a terrible thing when you are trying to make first ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: freddiethej on Dec 13, 2017, 03:03 PM
Could someone tell me whether access to southern Schroon is available through Eagle Point or Scaroon Manor campgrounds during the winter?  Is there parking available?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Dec 13, 2017, 03:15 PM
I believe they close Eagle Point down in lieu of blowing once the snow gets bad. I may be wrong though
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hairbone on Dec 13, 2017, 09:00 PM
There is a parking area at eagle point on top of the hill.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 14, 2017, 10:57 AM
There is a parking area at eagle point on top of the hill.

yes
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 14, 2017, 10:59 AM
I believe they close Eagle Point down in lieu of blowing once the snow gets bad. I may be wrong though

Eagle stays open, they keep it plowed out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 14, 2017, 11:04 AM
Ice on some edges, up by the marina looks to have some ice.  We'll see what happens tonight.  10* 2pm and dropping.  If wind dies down.....
A very cold night last night was wasted by a sharp breeze all night.  Tonight going down near 0  but a 8-11 mph west wind is forecast.  :%$#!:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 14, 2017, 11:07 AM
Could someone tell me whether access to southern Schroon is available through Eagle Point or Scaroon Manor campgrounds during the winter?  Is there parking available?

Accessible from both in winter, with parking.
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 14, 2017, 03:12 PM
Hope the winds lay down 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I def wanna be out New Years weekend if not sooner 😎😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 14, 2017, 06:09 PM
Had a couple medical tests done in Glens Fall today, when I got back to Schroon at sunset I drove past the park on the lake and the flags were motionless, good sign. Temps near 0* tonight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 15, 2017, 08:16 AM
I haven't been to town but a friend told me looks like entire north basin skimmed over, maybe more, got to check for myself.  Will be going past Eagle Lake this morning, will report on that this afternoon.  -8 below this morning and calm.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: freddiethej on Dec 15, 2017, 11:17 AM
Thank you all for the information on access thru Eagle and Scaroon Manor. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 15, 2017, 02:14 PM
Schroon frozen from Word of Life Inn north, open sections below that.  Narrows south open.  West side of Paradox open, couldn't see much of east side, but what I saw was frozen.  Big side of Eagle open except protected bays, small side frozen, in fact a guy was fishing along the road 30 yds offshore.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Dec 20, 2017, 05:30 PM
Any update on schroon? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Dec 20, 2017, 05:49 PM
Given the update on the 15th and the weather lately I bet it’s not much different. Next 10 days are prime ice making time!!! Can’t wait b
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 20, 2017, 06:02 PM
Except for yesterday (Tuesday), it has been cold. Areas south of the boat launch that were open are now frozen.  Very uneven freezing this year, so far.  Best ice would be off Fowler down to the beach.  Scattered reports of a guy or 2 fishing off Fowler, not far out though.  My best guess 3-4".  Would not be surprised if I heard there was a little more,  but south of the launch should be off limits till after next weeks brutal cold.  Narrows south still open.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 23, 2017, 04:24 PM
Lot of open water still around narrows there were two guys off Fowler this am didn’t get to talk much I fished a pond down the road did ok 10 keeper perch and a few decent northerns not a bad first trip besides the rain
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 24, 2017, 05:55 AM
Any update on schroon?

Could have text me. Drove past it 2x yesterday lol!  Way I look at it...chance exists to skip schroon for george...we'll see.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WADuckman on Dec 24, 2017, 11:08 AM
Hey guys,

Thanks for the updates on the ice! For those of us not in the area it helps a ton.

Will
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Dec 24, 2017, 10:05 PM
Area below the south channel is frozen over 90%.   

Looking at the weather forecast for next week...   *fist pump*   

It's going to be cold!!!!!!!

Good chance we'll be out next weekend!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 25, 2017, 07:15 AM
I'll be on the north end all New Years weekend
Can't wait for that Schroon Gold !!!!!
New Year's Day 2017 pic
(https://s14.postimg.cc/n055ydhgd/IMG_3607.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/n055ydhgd/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Dec 25, 2017, 02:33 PM
Going to try to get there new years eve
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 25, 2017, 05:11 PM
 Did a little bit of Christmas fishing off Fowler Road only measured about 4 1/2 inches of ice about six or 7 inches of snow on top really have to be careful where you walk was able to get out for about an hour and 35 feet of water landed 1 Decent lake trout a lot of all the water still by the Narrows should be good to go after this weeks cold front
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 28, 2017, 12:52 PM
How's the ice looking off the town boat launch?  Want to get out soon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 28, 2017, 02:11 PM
How's the ice looking off the town boat launch?  Want to get out soon.

Several groups of guys out off the launch last couple days.  South end froze over today, except a section in the middle between Adirondack and Scaroon Manor.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 28, 2017, 02:44 PM
I'll be on the north end all weekend
Feel free to drop by
The beer will def be cold
Lol
We'll have a few shelters up and also a huge American flag 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Schroon Gold Time !!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 28, 2017, 02:54 PM
May take u up on that Mikey I’ll be up there early Sunday for most of the day
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Dec 28, 2017, 03:35 PM
count on seein' me out there saturday. little cold never hurt no one! i'll be grillin' dogs and fingers crossed on some laker fun
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 28, 2017, 03:43 PM
I think they’re ready I fished for about 35 min on Christmas and got one kinda shallow opposed to what I usually fish there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Dec 28, 2017, 05:40 PM
can anyone comment on dragging conditions. I was at there Tuesday and there was enough slush to make dragging miserable.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Dec 28, 2017, 05:40 PM
can anyone comment on dragging conditions. I was at there Tuesday and there was enough slush to make dragging miserable.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 29, 2017, 06:48 AM
can anyone comment on dragging conditions. I was at there Tuesday and there was enough slush to make dragging miserable.

Off the boat launch the snow blew off, easy dragging,  not much snow on ice.  6-7 inches of ice as of yesterday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Dec 29, 2017, 02:20 PM
There’s a huge snow pile in front of the boat launch there behind Stewart’s, would make access a lot easier for machines if that wasn’t there.   Does the town usually plow the launch in like that?   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 29, 2017, 03:10 PM
If I can remember correctly, I don't think so.  Most guys get on to the right or left of the launch.  I have coffee each morning at Stewarts with the Town supervisor, I'll mention it to him.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Dec 29, 2017, 04:02 PM
If I can remember correctly, I don't think so.  Most guys get on to the right or left of the launch.  I have coffee each morning at Stewarts with the Town supervisor, I'll mention it to him.

Much appreciated!!!   A few years back drove my buddies car out there and did pretty good on lakers at word of life island...When i was a kid i seem to remember us getting on where the word of life island docks are now, i think there was camps back there then, but there was always a big ice heave near shore there.   My dad ripped his running boards off his brand new truck getting off the ice on superbowl sunday when i was real young lol we still laugh about the day he got air in his old dodge ram  ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Dec 29, 2017, 05:55 PM
Walked off the town boat launch and fished south of Clarks Island. Easy drag, no slush, and I measured 11 inches of ice in the few holes I cut. Got four through the hole and had maybe ten look at it, jigging no tip ups. Two were around 16in one 20 and one 25. Fished from 10-2:30.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kingfshr16 on Dec 29, 2017, 06:27 PM
Any snow on the north end? Saw you posted no slush. Just wondering if any snow is still on or if most blew off
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ironjay on Dec 29, 2017, 06:29 PM
Been to the narrows or sour end this year?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ironjay on Dec 29, 2017, 06:44 PM
New site I can’t find stuff. Champlain threads?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkRoy on Dec 29, 2017, 06:46 PM
New site I can’t find stuff. Champlain threads?

Try our Reports and conditions board:

https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=50.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=50.0)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Dec 29, 2017, 06:50 PM
The snow is patchy and a lot of it is blown off or frozen into what must have been slush. There were a few drifts but they were frozen and I walked on top of them for the most part. My microspikes were crunching for the majority of my drag.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2017, 10:22 PM
Narrows just froze can’t tell you when but I went on Xmas and narrows was wide open still I’m sure it’s chafed w the week of temps just be careful maybe someone else’s has ice thickness
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 30, 2017, 10:59 AM
Almost looks like the Derby out there today.  Guys fishing off Fowler, around island, off beach, in front of the brook, all over the narrows clear to the other side, the bay below narrows on the west side.  Did not go to the south end.  It has barely gone over zero last few days so lake is putting on crazy ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adktony on Dec 30, 2017, 03:41 PM
Almost looks like the Derby out there today.  Guys fishing off Fowler, around island, off beach, in front of the brook, all over the narrows clear to the other side, the bay below narrows on the west side.  Did not go to the south end.  It has barely gone over zero last few days so lake is putting on crazy ice.
We had some real nice ice quakes out there today... not a bad day fishing either great start to the laker count for me for the season 30 iced before noon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Dec 30, 2017, 05:34 PM
Almost time to drag the shanty out  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 30, 2017, 06:05 PM
Almost looks like the Derby out there today.  Guys fishing off Fowler, around island, off beach, in front of the brook, all over the narrows clear to the other side, the bay below narrows on the west side.  Did not go to the south end.  It has barely gone over zero last few days so lake is putting on crazy ice.
We had some real nice ice quakes out there today... not a bad day fishing either great start to the laker count for me for the season 30 iced before noon

You did well.  I ended with 8.  Good to see you!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Dec 30, 2017, 06:35 PM
Well done!! Bite was terrible at the narrows. Some interest, few chasers but really tough to get any to commit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 30, 2017, 07:14 PM
I’ll be near the south end of the island tomorrow morning feel free drop by The Eskimo -Shawn
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Dec 30, 2017, 07:19 PM
Can't decide between Schroon and Harris Bay LG for tomorrow. I usually get skunked on Schroon.  :-\
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 30, 2017, 07:37 PM
Any big pike on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 30, 2017, 07:59 PM
Any big pike on schroon?

Have you seen the sizes of the pike that have won and placed the last few years at the Derby?    ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 30, 2017, 10:01 PM
Have you seen the sizes of the pike that have won and placed the last few years at the Derby?    ;)

only have seen last years.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 31, 2017, 03:16 AM
Any big pike on schroon?

Na...  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 31, 2017, 05:45 AM
only have seen last years.
19, 21, 24 lbs.  Same guys every year.  Guys that have it figured out produce some really nice toothy critters.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 31, 2017, 07:51 AM
19, 21, 24 lbs.  Same guys every year.  Guys that have it figured out produce some really nice toothy critters.

honestly, those were the sizes I was expecting....more curious in 28lbs+....Giants.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 31, 2017, 08:07 AM
honestly, those were the sizes I was expecting....more curious in 28lbs+....Giants.
there in there! I got a 48" 27lbs fatty few years ago
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: northernnyice on Dec 31, 2017, 08:28 AM
there in there! I got a 48" 27lbs fatty few years ago

Pics..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 31, 2017, 08:40 AM
there in there! I got a 48" 27lbs fatty few years ago

That’s what I like to hear! Pics? PM me if needed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 31, 2017, 11:32 AM
Unfortunately all I have is a pic of the mount.....long story



(https://s17.postimg.cc/oj6zyaunj/20171231_122530.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 31, 2017, 11:37 AM
Unfortunately all I have is a pic of the mount.....long story



(https://s17.postimg.cc/oj6zyaunj/20171231_122530.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Yeah that’s a jumbo.

Skin mount or replica?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Dec 31, 2017, 12:52 PM
Unfortunately all I have is a pic of the mount.....long story

Dang. That's a gator. You catch that in the shallows or deeper water? I've had pike hit my laker setups in 50-60'. I had 1 hit a salmon set 2' under the ice also.


(https://s17.postimg.cc/oj6zyaunj/20171231_122530.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 31, 2017, 02:15 PM
MJB - Im sure you can catch fish like that in the shallows and deeper water. At the end of November I caught a 22lb northern during open water in 4' of water on a windy/ cloudy day.... water temp was 45*....and this was on a lake that is Schroons Neighbor.

Mealworm - I would like to hear that long story about that fish...storys about fish of that size are never a waste of time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Dec 31, 2017, 03:03 PM
Slow for me yesterday but managed this one

(https://s10.postimg.cc/42pxij7yt/IMG952255.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/42pxij7yt/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Dec 31, 2017, 06:35 PM
Beautiful fish!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Dec 31, 2017, 07:14 PM
Unfortunately all I have is a pic of the mount.....long story



(https://s17.postimg.cc/oj6zyaunj/20171231_122530.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

eh, you suck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 31, 2017, 10:44 PM
eh, you suck!
thanx sweet heart. Maybe I will see u later this week on the big Lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2018, 05:12 AM
thanx sweet heart. Maybe I will see u later this week on the big Lake

Later this week?  Maybe?  If your going to race to 300 you better get to work.  286 to go for me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 01, 2018, 07:10 AM
Later this week?  Maybe?  If your going to race to 300 you better get to work.  286 to go for me.
yes later this week!  Have a few loose ends to tie up then it's game on!! How can u be down to 286 I thought this was a LG laker race.??  That said for me it will be LG Lakers only I refuse to set foot on that nasty stink hole lake they call Schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JneedsNY on Jan 01, 2018, 07:56 AM
What’s this I’m hearing about fire dept. responding to a propane heater fire in a shanty??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jon ny on Jan 01, 2018, 08:33 AM
thanx sweet heart. Maybe I will see u later this week on the big Lake

Hope so... planning on every day after today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Jan 01, 2018, 10:50 AM
My heater caught on fire on george saturday but no fire dept. Lol I flipped over my shack and it got the boot! Kinda looked like this... :woot: :woot: :woot: :woot: :whistle:


(https://s9.postimg.cc/47zyc3b6j/f8c842d7-16cd-4e5d-990a-83b7513fcb98.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/47zyc3b6j/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 01, 2018, 11:37 AM
My heater caught on fire on george saturday but no fire dept. Lol I flipped over my shack and it got the boot! Kinda looked like this... :woot: :woot: :woot: :woot: :whistle:


(https://s9.postimg.cc/47zyc3b6j/f8c842d7-16cd-4e5d-990a-83b7513fcb98.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/47zyc3b6j/)

did you figure out what went wrong with it?  I always worry about that thing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 01, 2018, 12:51 PM
What’s this I’m hearing about fire dept. responding to a propane heater fire in a shanty??

Yeah saw a video on the Schroon Lake Fb page about it.  Something about a propane tank.  Gave the boys a chance to take their 8 wheeler out there. Didn't sound like a big deal.   Saw a comment  on there from some "snowflake"  about " Risk men’s lives for that, insane!"   Always amazes me, no matter what activity we outdoorsmen and women do there are people out there that would stop it, if they could.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Jan 01, 2018, 12:58 PM
Well my thermal couple broke and I decided to tape the pilot valve closed. As ive seen other guys do it to their old heater buddys. I believe my regulator from High/medium/low froze and let out an excess amount of propane. I ordered a new regulator and thermal couple to replace the old ones. I think im just going to upgrade to the newest heater buddy and have this as a backup. The only reason I like using these old style ones is so I can cook on the ice.

Anywho if anyone wants Hibachi come stop by my shanty sometime! LOL ;D ;D ;D :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Jan 01, 2018, 01:53 PM
Any word on ice in front of the town of adirondack (eastern shore)?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 01, 2018, 02:23 PM
Any word on ice in front of the town of adirondack (eastern shore)?
Drove around the lake today. Some guys fishing north of Eagle Pt, center.   Everything I saw looked locked solid.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Jan 01, 2018, 04:32 PM
Thanks for the report Tony, thinking of making my way up Friday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 01, 2018, 04:33 PM
My son and I got out this weekend we fished the north end
Saturday we landed 6 lakers
3 jigging and 3 on tip ups
On Sunday we only jigged from 7-11 and landed 4 lakers between us with quite a few missed hits
Nothing big for us the lakers ranged from 14-21 inches all were released unharmed to fight another day
We had a solid 6-8 inches of ice on maybe 2inches of snow we had no problem with the Quad
It won't be long now with these temps that we'll be driving our trucks out there
Good start to the new year 😎😎😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ridgerunner on Jan 01, 2018, 07:20 PM
What kind of heater did you have? A mister buddy or the sunflower type. I have had to do the same with one of those sunflower type but never any problems with my buddy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: monkeyyboness on Jan 05, 2018, 03:01 PM
I will be up in  and have time to hit the lake Sunday never fished it before was thinking of trying jigging for lakers if if anyone can point me in the right directions and what type of jigs would be a big help and would be very much appreciated not looking for secret spots of nothing like that just general information thank you for any help :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 05, 2018, 04:26 PM
any ice measurements on the north end of schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 05, 2018, 04:33 PM
Atleast 8 probably more
I haven't been out since Monday
You'll be able to drive your truck out by next weekend for sure if not already
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2018, 05:31 PM
I will be up in  and have time to hit the lake Sunday never fished it before was thinking of trying jigging for lakers if if anyone can point me in the right directions and what type of jigs would be a big help and would be very much appreciated not looking for secret spots of nothing like that just general information thank you for any help :tipup:
Go off town boat launch, about 1/3 out, start there. Head north or south till you find them.  White tubes are good, white Swedish pimple, rattle spoons perch colors are my fav.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 06, 2018, 12:52 PM
Drove around the south end today.   Up as far as Blue Sky.   Too cold at -12 before the windchill for outside fun today.   I wasn't dressed for it.  But next weekend looks balmy!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 07, 2018, 11:28 AM
Looking to put my hard shack out soon........anyone have an ice thickness on northern end.   I intend on drilling on my way out just to be safe.  Just don't wanna wast a trip if their isn't much ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 07, 2018, 12:29 PM
Had my 4x4 truck out  this am
We'll over 10 plus
So I'd say it's safe for your shack  :tipup: @) @) @)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Jan 07, 2018, 01:37 PM
Thank you Mikey ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 12, 2018, 12:52 PM
Heading up this weekend and was wondering how the ice is holding up off of the town boat launch?  Any info would be greatly appreciated.  I’m coming from 2hrs away and don’t want to be bummed out if I get up there and there isn’t safe ice to fish. Haven’t been out yet this year and can’t wait to be standing on some ice!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2018, 01:46 PM
10-18" ice as of yesterday off launch.  Ice isn't going anywhere.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 12, 2018, 02:18 PM
10-18" ice as of yesterday off launch.  Ice isn't going anywhere.

Thanks a lot. Hopefully I won’t be going home empty handed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 12, 2018, 02:54 PM
Thanks a lot. Hopefully I won’t be going home empty handed.

Be very very very careful.  I went in last year right after one of these rain events at schroon. Got there in the am.  Water was up a foot and a half in the morning.  Took a solid 30 mins to find a place to get on...well 7 hours later the water had risen significantly and I broke through trying to get off.  I personally wouldnt fish schroon until a couple days after the rain.  I should have noticed the water being lower in the holes which indicates the ice sheet is floating...

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935_1.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935_1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigfish1212 on Jan 12, 2018, 03:09 PM
Be very very very careful.  I went in last year right after one of these rain events at schroon. Got there in the am.  Water was up a foot and a half in the morning.  Took a solid 30 mins to find a place to get on...well 7 hours later the water had risen significantly and I broke through trying to get off.  I personally wouldnt fish schroon until a couple days after the rain.  I should have noticed the water being lower in the holes which indicates the ice sheet is floating...


I noticed that today on LG and that probably doesn't have nearly as much water flowing into it today as schroon does.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 12, 2018, 05:15 PM
I dont have any reasonable expectation that the edges will be in good shape tomorrow to get on. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 12, 2018, 06:24 PM
Hopefully  going to finnally get there Sunday looking for the Lakers on the jigging rod
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 13, 2018, 11:48 AM
Sitting off of the boat launch right now. Been out since 830 am with not one flag. Anybody else having the same luck as me?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 13, 2018, 11:56 AM
How’s the lake w the run off?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 13, 2018, 12:04 PM
How’s the lake w the run off?

Where I am is fine. It’s about 12” thick. The edge this morning in the first spot I tried was a little sketchy but I just walked 20’ to the left and was fine.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Jan 14, 2018, 07:04 AM
best place for pike on lake, the narrows any good
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 14, 2018, 07:19 AM
 At work thinking of going up shortly how is the runoff affecting the lake Thanks for any info
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2018, 11:43 AM
North end and Narrows have lots of groups of guys out there today.  Just stay away from inlets.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 14, 2018, 08:24 PM
How much snow on ice. Considering using a snowmobile .
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 15, 2018, 03:36 AM
Fished the afternoon plenty of people out there. Not a flag for us missed one on the jigging rod, didn't notice any activity.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 22, 2018, 10:06 AM
Fished both Saturday and Sunday
Saturday was windy but not the arctic cold air that's usually blowing up there so it was very manageable
I landed 13 lakers
12 jigging
1 on a tip up
All fish were from 15-24inches

Sunday was much nicer conditions with a lighter breeze, but slower action than the day before , I landed 7 all on the jig from 16-23in
It was definitely a rare treat not to  have to clean a single hole
These mild temps sure won't last so I'm glad I got to cash in on some Schroon Gold


(https://s18.postimg.cc/4mjef21f9/IMG_3744.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4mjef21f9/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/ln2anr1lx/IMG_3747.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ln2anr1lx/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/j5qjghpf9/IMG_3748.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/j5qjghpf9/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/7gmjsibb9/IMG_3750.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/7gmjsibb9/)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 22, 2018, 03:07 PM
Fished both Saturday and Sunday
Saturday was windy but not the arctic cold air that's usually blowing up there so it was very manageable
I landed 13 lakers
12 jigging
1 on a tip up
All fish were from 15-24inches

Sunday was much nicer conditions with a lighter breeze, but slower action than the day before , I landed 7 all on the jig from 16-23in
It was definitely a rare treat not to  have to clean a single hole
These mild temps sure won't last so I'm glad I got to cash in on some Schroon Gold


(https://s18.postimg.cc/4mjef21f9/IMG_3744.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4mjef21f9/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/ln2anr1lx/IMG_3747.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ln2anr1lx/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/j5qjghpf9/IMG_3748.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/j5qjghpf9/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/7gmjsibb9/IMG_3750.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/7gmjsibb9/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/jihxmns9h/IMG_3757.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/jihxmns9h/)


Still enough ice to truck on?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 22, 2018, 04:04 PM
If you have a safe access point yes the ice is plenty thick
The town launch and fowler Ave have weak edges for truck access I saw a lot of busted ice along the shore at those points
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mabby219 on Jan 24, 2018, 10:04 AM
Is the shore broke up was coming up to fish off the public beach and we are about 2 hrs away wanna make sure we can get out either by walking or 4 wheeler tomorrow thanks for any info will be are first time
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 24, 2018, 10:12 AM
Getting on with a wheeler or walking no problem.  3 trucks broke through at the edges this weekend.  12-18" ice once you're on.
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Post by: mabby219 on Jan 24, 2018, 05:45 PM
Ok thank you Schrnlker
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Post by: morganycfish on Feb 01, 2018, 05:22 PM
Anyone been out lately? I'm heading up for the weekend. Any tips would be appreciated!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 01, 2018, 05:30 PM
I was on the lake today, drove on with my Jeep.  16"-21" ice, fished near the Island, one Laker on tipups, along with some nice perch.  Been hearing of good Laker fishing lately.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slimeypete on Feb 02, 2018, 08:10 AM
hey guys im heading up to Loon lake (chestertown) for the first time in a few weeks with a group for our annual fishing trip, does anyone have any info on lake conditions right now? Im staying in a house located on the south side of the lake and hoping to target Pike and walleye. Thanks and tight lines
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fisherbone on Feb 02, 2018, 08:35 AM
Only fished Loon once this year... December 28th.... there was 10-12" then... has to have at least 18-20 by now!

Never fished the south part of lake.... good luck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Feb 03, 2018, 05:39 PM
want to fish lake for pike any area i should try, are the narrows any good?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 03, 2018, 06:36 PM
want to fish lake for pike any area i should try, are the narrows any good?
The bay below the narrows on the west side is good.  Narrows itself can be good close to shore both sides.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Feb 05, 2018, 01:09 PM
Any idea how much ice is off Fowler? Looking to make it up for our annual President's Day weekend trip. Wondering if trucks will be "safe" or quads only. Then again, with the snow coming, might have to be a snowmobile!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 05, 2018, 01:44 PM
Over 18 inches of ice
Trucks been on the ice a month already
By presidents week you can land a jumbo jet on the ice if not already
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slimeypete on Feb 06, 2018, 08:05 AM
Thanks for the updates, its much appreciated. Being able to bring the pickup on the ice will certainly help with getting to some of the spots I scouted with Navionics. I think we may even go up a day early to fish the lower narrows on schroon for Pike and Lakers. Hopefully that predicted snow is kind to you guys
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 11, 2018, 05:28 PM
Few trucks out this morning lake seems very quiet this year compared to last....15+” ice fish were active early then died right off around 9-930 managed one beaut released after pic
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Post by: kjo43 on Feb 11, 2018, 07:38 PM
Few trucks out this morning lake seems very quiet this year compared to last....15+” ice fish were active early then died right off around 9-930 managed one beaut released after pic
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How much snow on the ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 11, 2018, 08:58 PM
Heavy wet 8 now the rain knocked it waydown
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Feb 14, 2018, 08:53 AM
Heading up tomorrow morning, anyone know how the conditions of the ice are? A lot of snow, frozen now, bare ice? Also, how is entry from Fowler Road? Any trucks getting on there? Bringing a quad but I believe my buddy hopes to get his truck on.

Thanks and looking forward to a great weekend up there! Even with a little rain, better than the desk I ride for a living!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 14, 2018, 09:42 AM
Heading up Saturday morning for the weekend  hope to get into some lakers and try for some perch
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 14, 2018, 05:28 PM
Fished today, 23" ice, 5-6" crusty snow that softened up as the day went on.  Drove on with my Jeep at boat launch in town, Fowler is good too.  Good action on tipups, 2 of us, 5 Lakers, 3 keeper size, nice and fat, plus a 12lb Pike, which I released.  All caught suspended 10-20ft under the ice in 50-60fow, on Hunts.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 14, 2018, 05:44 PM
Going with my cousin from long island bringing my nieces son that is 7 hopefully some success for the little guy
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Post by: wec on Feb 14, 2018, 05:45 PM
Awesome day Tony.
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 14, 2018, 05:50 PM
Awesome day Tony.

Thanks Bill
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Post by: biggmike on Feb 15, 2018, 09:33 AM
 Does anyone have the name and or phone number for the bait shop in town wanted to check hours and such Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 15, 2018, 09:46 AM
The bait shop is on Rt.9, just north of Stewarts. 518-532-9097.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkmountainman on Feb 15, 2018, 05:53 PM
How are the edges with this warm up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkPhisherman on Feb 16, 2018, 07:39 AM
Where is the Easiest access point to get on the Ice at Schroon Lake?  The beach? Boat launch? Never Ice fished there, tks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 16, 2018, 08:17 AM
Where is the Easiest access point to get on the Ice at Schroon Lake?  The beach? Boat launch? Never Ice fished there, tks

Haven't been to Schroon recently, but anytime I have gone, I have gotten on at the boat launch. Very easy access and parking is close.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Feb 16, 2018, 08:44 AM
Where is the Easiest access point to get on the Ice at Schroon Lake?  The beach? Boat launch? Never Ice fished there, tks

I've always used the Schroon Lake town beach/launch. Behind Stewart's on dock street.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Feb 16, 2018, 09:57 AM
I've always used the Schroon Lake town beach/launch. Behind Stewart's on dock street.

Can you park with a quad trailer there?    Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Feb 16, 2018, 10:42 AM
Yes, last i knew
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slimeypete on Feb 16, 2018, 11:09 AM
Is there access at all around Brill Island or the southern end of schroon other than the lower basin boat launch? I just dont want to ruffle any feathers by parking on private property or roadside where i dont belong. Any insight would be great. Thanks and tight lines
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 16, 2018, 01:29 PM
Is there access at all around Brill Island or the southern end of schroon other than the lower basin boat launch? I just dont want to ruffle any feathers by parking on private property or roadside where i dont belong. Any insight would be great. Thanks and tight lines

No, south end open water.  Eagle Pt is the southern access
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 16, 2018, 02:27 PM
How are the edges with this warm up

Fine, no problems
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 16, 2018, 02:43 PM
Friday afternoon report for Schroon.  Most of the snow has melted off, by Sat. morning there might be 2-3" of frozen snow-slush as temps are forecasted to be in the low single numbers tonight.  Temps are rapidly falling right now.  Ice is mostly over 20" thick, but I did find a couple spots of 18".  If you go on at Fowler, and want to fish the east shoreline I would NOT cross straight across.  I would swing down toward the northern part of the Island then cut up the lake on the far side. Didn't like the looks of the river channel in the center this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 17, 2018, 12:11 PM
Friday afternoon report for Schroon.  Most of the snow has melted off, by Sat. morning there might be 2-3" of frozen snow-slush as temps are forecasted to be in the low single numbers tonight.  Temps are rapidly falling right now.  Ice is mostly over 20" thick, but I did find a couple spots of 18".  If you go on at Fowler, and want to fish the east shoreline I would NOT cross straight across.  I would swing down toward the northern part of the Island then cut up the lake on the far side. Didn't like the looks of the river channel in the center this morning.

Narrow is still good?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: roundlakeNY on Feb 18, 2018, 12:18 PM
how many of you doing the derby this year. Cant wait. hoping we keep good enough ice so I can put my shack on the ice for the weekend.  Hate spending money on a room when I got one I can bring.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Feb 19, 2018, 09:08 AM
I took my annual trip to Schroon on Saturday. I got on at Eagle Point. I fished from 6:30AM to 3:30PM. The ice was in great condition and it was easy walking. I pretty much had the whole area to myself. I saw a few guys set up north of the point and a group way south of me.  I only marked 3 lakers all day in 60-70 fow and didn't get any of them to bite. I was able to find small schools of smelt but the lakers didn't seem to be with them. Anyway the weather was perfect for a day of hole hopping looking for lakers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 19, 2018, 10:29 AM
Saturday's fishing report:  After Lakers, early bite has been good.  15 flags, 7 Lakers caught, only one keeper size.  Fish were not aggressive, not like Wed.  Lots of dropped bait. Great conditions, not sure how long that will last.  Worse part of this coming warmup will be Tues night, lows near 50, Wed high 60's, then cooling off Thursday.  Not much rain forecasted in the Eastern Adirondacks, but how much snow melt will we have, and will that cause the lake to raise, compromising the edges.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Feb 19, 2018, 02:31 PM
Do you think ice will be good for tournament? Saw next week temps in 30s and teens at night
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 19, 2018, 03:01 PM
Good weather and good fishing the last 3 days on Schroon
Friday and Saturday we had good action on both tip ups and jigs we had like 20 lakers from 15-21 inches with most of em being 16-17 inches  all fish caught in 35-45 feet of water
On Sunday we decided to go deeper and the move paid off big time we set up in 45-90 feet and were busy with flags most of the day and the jigging was solid as well
We ended up with like 15 between the 5 of us( only two under 18in)keeping 8 of em from 20-26inches
Throwing back the rest to fight another day
Gotta love that Schroon Gold
I hope the shoreline holds up till tourney time ,
(https://s18.postimg.cc/3xq2g9jwl/IMG_3921.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/3xq2g9jwl/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 19, 2018, 04:18 PM
Does anyone know if you can register for the tournament online? A buddy and I have been thinking of doing it this year. Just looking to save the drive up. Can you still register the weekend of the derby?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 20, 2018, 07:50 PM
Another day on Schroon.  Slowest of the last 3 trips, 3 Lakers, all keeper size, 2 at first light, last one while we were picking up. early afternoon.  Lots of water on top of ice, rushing into holes.  Kind of a hairy drive off the lake in the Jeep, 24" ice though.  remains to be seen how much damage is done to the lake by the current warmup.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 20, 2018, 07:55 PM
Does anyone know if you can register for the tournament online? A buddy and I have been thinking of doing it this year. Just looking to save the drive up. Can you still register the weekend of the derby?

Don't think there is any online registration, local businesses or at the club for registration.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 20, 2018, 07:58 PM
Do you think ice will be good for tournament? Saw next week temps in 30s and teens at night

Should cool off after this current warmup.  How much snowmelt we get will determine how much runoff goes into the lake, possibly compromising the edges.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Feb 21, 2018, 07:01 PM
Does anyone know how the lake held up aftet this warmup? Hope the edges made it through
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 21, 2018, 08:14 PM
Does anyone know how the lake held up aftet this warmup? Hope the edges made it through

As of this afternoon, no change at all.  Schroon River didn't come up yet from snowmelt, may take a day or two. A lot of the mountains around here didn't warm up much more than 12 hrs or so, so snowmelt was limited.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 21, 2018, 08:54 PM
As of this afternoon, no change at all.  Schroon River didn't come up yet from snowmelt, may take a day or two. A lot of the mountains around here didn't warm up much more than 12 hrs or so, so snowmelt was limited.

Thanks for the update, we left George at 3 today and were surprised at how well the ice held up through the warm up there too. Hoping to hit Schroon next week if it stays good
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: stickbait on Feb 23, 2018, 01:00 PM
I’m thinking of making the trip over from Maine next weekend.
How’s the ice holding up?
Thx.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 24, 2018, 06:07 AM
I’m thinking of making the trip over from Maine next weekend.
How’s the ice holding up?
Thx.

Next weekend is the tournament so unless you are coming over for that, I'm sure the lake will be packed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: stickbait on Feb 25, 2018, 07:03 AM
Next weekend is the tournament so unless you are coming over for that, I'm sure the lake will be packed.
That’s the plan. So I take it the ice is holding up well?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 25, 2018, 07:56 AM
I'm at eagle point now.  The shoreline is pretty toast at bottom of hill if you have an atv .
The beach access is better for that.
Water is very stained from the river.
Still about 15" ice but lots of rain overnight and now.
I think everyone will be fine, just be smart
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RaCKaHoLIC518 on Feb 25, 2018, 02:01 PM
How much snow/slush?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 25, 2018, 02:18 PM
How much snow/slush?
Basically none.  We had some sleet last night, but not much.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 25, 2018, 02:57 PM
What's up iceshanty.  Been awhile since I've been able to get on. I'm planning on fishing schroon March 8 -11. Hoping the ice will be good by then. Any tips on where to fish?. I'm staying at rowes cabins.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RaCKaHoLIC518 on Feb 25, 2018, 03:08 PM
Basically none.  We had some sleet last night, but not much.
TY
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 25, 2018, 05:12 PM
Basically none.  We had some sleet last night, but not much.

I don't know man. I been there 6 out of 9 days. Got a bunch of freezing rain last night and some pretty good steady rain all morning until about 1pm.

There is no slush or snow on the lake but plenty water on top . The lake rose quite a bit since last Sat making the shoreline messy, at least at eagle point
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 25, 2018, 05:32 PM

(https://s9.postimg.cc/7z4fjmxi3/20180225_105827.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/7z4fjmxi3/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 25, 2018, 05:41 PM
I've been watching weather. Still getting freezing temps at night.  Hoping the ice hold out long enough for my trip. Any tips on where to fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 25, 2018, 06:26 PM
I've been watching weather. Still getting freezing temps at night.  Hoping the ice hold out long enough for my trip. Any tips on where to fish

Sadly now it's not so much the lows in temps,  it's the highs and rain that kill it.
There is much longer highs per 24 hrs then lows now and the shore warms up.
Still lots of ice yet to fish though.  Just remember your SPUD !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 25, 2018, 07:38 PM
Most definitely will be safe. Any one wants to go with us feel free. Always like to meet new fisherman. And more lines in the water means better chance of seeing some fish! ! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Better-On-Ice on Feb 26, 2018, 12:27 PM
Was plenty of ice on Schroon over weekend, but shore at boat ramp and Fowler was starting to open a bit. Anyone know if shore has opened today up more making hard to get on/off at boat ramp or Fowler?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 26, 2018, 02:02 PM
By the weekend you'll def need planks to get on and off the ice
☹️☹️☹️ bummer
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2018, 02:06 PM
Its probably not opening up as much as the lake is rising.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2018, 02:29 PM

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First pic is from this morning 7am
Second pic is from 2pm
Third pic is water chart from USGS showing Schroon only rose after last weeks rain 1/2ft, and is forecast to slowly down down this week.
Forth pic is water pockets off Adirondack, which as of today has drained off or froze. Last night was in the mid twenties.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: salmon_ice on Feb 26, 2018, 02:57 PM
Thanks everyone for the updates and pictures! I will be heading up tomorrow afternoon to make decision whether to pull shanty or hope to get off on Fowler after Derby Sunday. Why mother nature can't give us teens at night through March is beyond me! Thanks again all!  :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2018, 03:06 PM
Thanks everyone for the updates and pictures! I will be heading up tomorrow afternoon to make decision whether to pull shanty or hope to get off on Fowler after Derby Sunday. Why mother nature can't give us teens at night through March is beyond me! Thanks again all!  :tipup:
I had lunch with some locals who pulled their shanty today.  40's Tues, 50* Wed., if I had a hard shanty out there mine would be off, just sayin'.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 26, 2018, 03:14 PM
I'm hoping ice will hold up til March 11th. So I don't have to cancel my yearly trip. If u guys could please keep me posted on the ice conditions it would be greatly appreciated. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2018, 03:19 PM
I'm hoping ice will hold up til March 11th. So I don't have to cancel my yearly trip. If u guys could please keep me posted on the ice conditions it would be greatly appreciated.
You got it!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2018, 04:21 PM
You got it!

April 1 last year was my last trip there last year.  Snowing that day too.  Be nice to make it until April.  Would like to avoid the shoreline polar plunge. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2018, 04:44 PM
April 1 last year was my last trip there last year.  Snowing that day too.  Be nice to make it until April.  Would like to avoid the shoreline polar plunge.

Like last year right?  Didn't you post a pic of the edge that you broke through?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 26, 2018, 05:20 PM
If I have to plank to get on I will. Lol. I'm really looking forward to a few days on schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 26, 2018, 05:23 PM
Just be smart and safe ,pick your access spots carefully. I'd bring muck boots.  That water that forms all mid morning throughout the day is going somewhere,  right ?  The lows are certainly not overcoming the highs,  somethings gotta give way , it's called the thaw.
All that,  I certainly think the tournament will be a blast and some very nice fish caught.  If I was a tournament or crowd person I'd be on schroon lake this weekend.  I know I will be fishing it the week after 😀
Good luck folks.

Ps.
Bring  a spud , only if it avoids a wet foot along shore
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2018, 08:14 PM
Just be smart and safe ,pick your access spots carefully. I'd bring muck boots.  That water that forms all mid morning throughout the day is going somewhere,  right ?  The lows are certainly not overcoming the highs,  somethings gotta give way , it's called the thaw.
All that,  I certainly think the tournament will be a blast and some very nice fish caught.  If I was a tournament or crowd person I'd be on schroon lake this weekend.  I know I will be fishing it the week after 😀
Good luck folks.

Ps.
Bring  a spud , only if it avoids a wet foot along shore

Wise advice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2018, 08:56 PM
Like last year right?  Didn't you post a pic of the edge that you broke through?

I did!  I should have known as it took me a long time to find a spot to get on then when I went to leave the water was much higher than when I got there!  Always an adventure.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Better-On-Ice on Feb 27, 2018, 06:46 AM
Based on all your responses I've decided against my stubborn will to take shanty off Schroon today ahead of the tournament. Memories of last year breaking 1,000+ pund ropes dragging it out of 3' of water, smoking the truck tires with chains on them, and having to chop ice to make way for shanty is no pleasant reminder of this damned early thaw  ;D Now my shanty is good 1/2 mile from Fowler, near point of the Island - has 4' x 6' American Flag flying high. So I'll make this challenge to anyone who may be on north Schroon today with a wheeler. I'll bet you $50 you can't tow my shanty (it's on trailer with dual-wheel trailer dolly on front - so no weight on wheeler) to Fowler. That's a bet for anyone who is up to it. If no takers I'll get my workout today  ;) I should be starting to push this heavy old hut around 9:30 or 10:00.
Again, thanks to all the great info! Hope to see some great fish on ice this weekend  :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Better-On-Ice on Feb 27, 2018, 09:46 AM
 Was right decision to get the Shanny off today. At the end of Fowler as you’ll see it’s opening up. I was able to get my truck onto the ice not going slow mind you getting back off about 30 miles an hour. By this weekend there’s no chance that was gonna happen. Thanks again for your information guys.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 27, 2018, 10:09 AM
Glad you got it off, wise move.  I made the mistake of not getting mine off when conditions were getting bad, what a nightmare, never again.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2018, 11:46 AM
Lake is rising.  Glad you got your shanty off alright!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Feb 27, 2018, 12:48 PM
Does anyone have reports of ice and shorelines in the narrows?? Any details would be appreciated. Ty
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 27, 2018, 01:08 PM
Knot good and with rain coming Thursday and Friday
You'll need a boat to get to safe ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 27, 2018, 03:30 PM
I should bring my little plastic John boat and charge 10$ to the ice berg
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2018, 03:50 PM
I should bring my little plastic John boat and charge 10$ to the ice berg

Ha! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 27, 2018, 06:08 PM
Ha!
That’s only 1 way! 😭😭😭
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2018, 06:55 PM
That's almost as bad as going over the GW.  I think id rather deal with shrinkage.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Feb 27, 2018, 10:05 PM
Any report on how much ice there is on lake? Any reports of the narrows? Hoping ice holds for the weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 27, 2018, 10:14 PM
Any Atvs on ice?? How bad is the shore?? Jeff
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: salmon_ice on Feb 28, 2018, 11:12 AM
As of yesterday don't see any problem getting 4-wheelers on at Fowler or Boat launch. 6" of water to go through to good ice. But with this warm weather persisting and the rain coming I'll bet shoreline will get much worse by weekend. Last year I used canoe to port my and my daughters across 20'-30' of open water at Fowler to safe ice. As far as ice on main lake (at least North end) there is plenty to last beyond this weekend. Had 18"-20" at shanty out in 122' of water. If you can get on there should be no issue with enough ice - at least at North end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Feb 28, 2018, 02:44 PM
Anyone have ice conditions at paradox or eagle lakes. Heading up sat. Any info appreciated. Thanks Safe fishing to all.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2018, 02:57 PM
Checked Schroon this afternoon.  Shoreline directly on front of Fowler badly broken up, however to the right and left should provide easy quad access.  Same with public launch in town.  To the right of launch is good, just bear left as you get on as the brook is opening up things to the right.  Narrows looked good.  Talked with a couple guys just coming off, had 19" good ice once you're on.  They had the best Laker day they've ever had on Schroon.  They were on with a wheeler.  Today was 52*, but it gets colder after today, snow threat has also gone away, at least the heavy stuff.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Feb 28, 2018, 03:14 PM
Checked Schroon this afternoon.  Shoreline directly on front of Fowler badly broken up, however to the right and left should provide easy quad access.  Same with public launch in town.  To the right of launch is good, just bear left as you get on as the brook is opening up things to the right.  Narrows looked good.  Talked with a couple guys just coming off, had 19" good ice once you're on.  They had the best Laker day they've ever had on Schroon.  They were on with a wheeler.  Today was 52*, but it gets colder after today, snow threat has also gone away, at least the heavy stuff.

thanks for the report.  I was getting worried they could possibly cancel the derby this weekend.  This year and last year the edges have been iffy.  I wonder if they have thought about moving the derby earlier in the year at all ???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 28, 2018, 03:15 PM
Great news thanks
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Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 28, 2018, 03:29 PM
thanks for the report.  I was getting worried they could possibly cancel the derby this weekend.  This year and last year the edges have been iffy.  I wonder if they have thought about moving the derby earlier in the year at all ???

If it wasn't cancelled last year it will never be cancelled. Last year was much, much worse.  It has been a talk for years about moving the derby to Feb, but the F&G stubbornly refuses to even consider it.  Lets face it, weather patterns have changed, for whatever reasons.  We seem to be running into these iffy conditions on a yearly basis  now.  Guys usually travel a great distance to fish this derby, but when they see their lakes thawed out and snow gone many stay home, imo.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 28, 2018, 03:50 PM
Isn't that the truth Tony!  This year is much better.  I hope everyone has a great derby. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 28, 2018, 03:54 PM
Sound to me like my annual trip to Schroon is still on!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 06:32 AM
I will definitely be fishing the derby next year. Couldn't get this weekend off but I will be hitting the ice hard next weekend.!! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 06:58 AM
Was wondering how u guys set ur tip ups for Lakers ? Any tips or tricks? Only my second time fishing for them
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 01, 2018, 07:50 AM
I like to fish 45-65 fow . Stagger your depths of your set, not the depth of water.
Example. Put some 2-3 foot on bottom.  Mid depth and 10 foot down.
We have caught some Lakers 10' under the ice and always the chance at a salmon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 08:08 AM
Have never used a trap there.  Murder them jigging when they are interested.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 08:19 AM
Thanks for the tips fellas. I can't wait to get on the ice. The wife bought me a aqua view for valentine's present and I can't wait to test it out. What u guys run for leader and hooks?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 01, 2018, 09:34 AM
4 feet of 8 lb mono leaders,  size 8 hooks.
Becarefull,  if your in pike territory.

As for jigging,  I been mostly jigging .
Schroon is pretty stained color and the aquaview may not work to well.
I use a vex,  downsize your jigs . Been having luck with a green uv forage minnow jig ( single hook ) tipped with a small white twister tail
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 09:40 AM
Thanks for the tips hot tuna. I will be bringing my humming bird.  I can't wait to be on the ice!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2018, 11:46 AM
Took these pics an hour ago at boat ramp
I don't see any atv access anywhere
Be safe not stupid if your planning on heading up
And with 2-3 inches of rain later and tom
You'll need a boat to get on good ice
(https://s18.postimg.cc/6bp3f9ewl/IMG_0191.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6bp3f9ewl/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/6oghlfpgl/IMG_0192.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6oghlfpgl/)

(https://s18.postimg.cc/717vrmn5x/IMG_0193.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/717vrmn5x/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 11:48 AM
Last year was worse....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2018, 11:56 AM
I def would leave any machines home
And bring a Jon boat or long plank for ice access
And not to mention the 30-40 mph winds for saturday as well
Unsafe shorelines and crapty weather don't sound fun at all
Good luck and be smart out there
No fish or tourney is worth it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 12:05 PM
Sounds like your mind is made up Mickey or you are trying to thin the herd for this weekend?

We are all adults, let people do as they wish and enjoy the couch and some tv if you prefer. 

Also your forecasting skills need attention:

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=43.76457000000005&lon=-73.75818999999996#.WphAw9BOnqA (https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=43.76457000000005&lon=-73.75818999999996#.WphAw9BOnqA)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2018, 12:24 PM
Not at all
I just no that a lot of people travel great distances to fish there
And weather your an adult ,old man or child I'm just giving my opinion
I'd rather be fishing but I'm not taking any chances
My fridge is loaded with plenty of beer and food so I'm covered
It's a shame cause the bite has been real good
It's time to get my boats ready for the spring striper season
It's right around the corner
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 01:07 PM
I will get on the ice one way or another but safety first. I'm traveling almost 3 hours to get their. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 01, 2018, 01:09 PM
If anyone has any planks I can borrow I will be in town on the 8th. Lol.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 01, 2018, 01:13 PM
I did not see two inches of rain in the forecast I have I only see mostly snow 3 to 6 in???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 03:45 PM
I did not see two inches of rain in the forecast I have I only see mostly snow 3 to 6 in???

There isnt 2" of rain in the forecast and it isnt going to blow 30-40....good luck to all who make it out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2018, 03:53 PM
Off Adirondack
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ky5iu8da3/0301181515.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ky5iu8da3/)

Eagle Pt.

(https://s17.postimg.cc/pk1n2oe9n/0301181501.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/pk1n2oe9n/)


Hayes Rd Access
(https://s17.postimg.cc/3ywkeizd7/0301181448.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/3ywkeizd7/)


Right of Town Launch
(https://s17.postimg.cc/meh1c10nv/0301181416.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/meh1c10nv/)


Left of Town Launch
(https://s17.postimg.cc/uwqhgicd7/0301181421.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/uwqhgicd7/)


Upper Point of the Narrows
(https://s17.postimg.cc/wbs25bdh7/0301181439.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/wbs25bdh7/)


A lot of the Western shoreline looks like this
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ctxephquz/0301181501a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ctxephquz/)


Off Fowler
(https://s17.postimg.cc/wpte4suyz/0301181444.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/wpte4suyz/)


Directly out from Fowler
(https://s17.postimg.cc/dm02oa2nf/0301181406.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/dm02oa2nf/)


Narrows
(https://s17.postimg.cc/rsftjodkb/0228180959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rsftjodkb/)


Off Fowler looking toward the Island
(https://s17.postimg.cc/umiyxa82j/0301181406a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/umiyxa82j/)


Rogers Brook in town has opened up a lot last couple days
(https://s17.postimg.cc/dm02onsh7/0301181417.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/dm02onsh7/)

Few observations from my trip around the Lake today.  Western shoreline has deteriorated much worse than the East side. Many good spots to get on along East Shore Drive.  My concern would be the old holes that have opened up and my be covered by several inches of snow Sat.  Most dangerous area would be off Fowler, which is down to 8" ice according to a fisherman who was coming off as I was taking pics. Large open water channel is in the center off Fowler.  You can get on at the Town Launch, 10 paces past where everyone has been using.  You just need to bear left quickly as Rogers Brook is really opening up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Mar 01, 2018, 04:11 PM
VERY detailed report Tony. Thank you!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 01, 2018, 04:18 PM
Wow awesome report!!! Very detailed! Thanks!! Jeff
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 05:35 PM
Nice job Tony your efforts will keep people dry! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2018, 05:40 PM
Nice job Tony your efforts will keep people dry!

Thats the idea! :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 01, 2018, 06:19 PM
For comparison here's my shot from a year and a week ago:

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

 :o is the face I made when I made that hole....lake gets deep quick in spots...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 01, 2018, 06:42 PM
Makes me cold just looking at that.  I could see that repeated in spots along the west shore.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 10inches of ice on Mar 02, 2018, 10:35 AM
Is there any public Access on the east side? We've only fished here once and got wet last year trying to get on.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2018, 10:39 AM
Off Adirondack, by the beach.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneBucketMike on Mar 02, 2018, 11:38 AM
For comparison here's my shot from a year and a week ago:

(http://i758.photobucket.com/albums/xx225/jon006/20170226_142935.jpg) (http://s758.photobucket.com/user/jon006/media/20170226_142935.jpg.html)

 :o is the face I made when I made that hole....lake gets deep quick in spots...

"Think you're going to need a bigger boa(t)rd!". Jaws.....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2018, 12:04 PM
How are the shorelines and ice holding up for the tournament this weekend? Any dangerous spots to look out for? Appreciate the info, driving up from southern NY this evening, should be fun!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: prchslyr on Mar 02, 2018, 01:59 PM
How are the shorelines and ice holding up for the tournament this weekend? Any dangerous spots to look out for? Appreciate the info, driving up from southern NY this evening, should be fun!!
Lot of info in the last 2 pages man.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 02, 2018, 02:17 PM
Lot of info in the last 2 pages man.

Tony's report lacked detail!   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 02, 2018, 03:29 PM
Tony's report lacked detail!   ;D

lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 02, 2018, 03:45 PM
Good luck to all the fisherman on schroon tomorrow! ! Save some Lakers for me next week!! Be safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 02, 2018, 04:12 PM
Well i meant as of today buddy, take it easy all star
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jeep518 on Mar 02, 2018, 04:30 PM
How much snow on the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 02, 2018, 05:14 PM
How much snow on the lake

2-3" shorelines are all wet though. I'd suggest carrying your sled over the wet stuff for an easier drag.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 02, 2018, 05:50 PM
I have no real conditions report as no idea what lake looks like today.  My son lives up near on West mountain and they got 17" snow. I'm 2 hrs South of schroon and got about the same but heavy wet.
The weather certainly threw a hardball,  again no matter how things are.

If I was a tournament guy,  I'd suck it up and be out there trying as I do anyway.
There is access I'm sure, and ice to support fishing.  It's just being smart and staying safe.
SPUD !!! Bring it !!
Hope folks have fun and catch some nice fish !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 03, 2018, 08:50 AM
How's the ice boys?! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 03, 2018, 12:56 PM
How's the ice boys?!

more like, hows the access?  fowler, boat launch or narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 03, 2018, 05:25 PM
How was the derby? Any monsters? How's the access at boat launch?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 04, 2018, 11:57 AM
Any ice conditions fellas.?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 04, 2018, 12:03 PM
Any ice conditions fellas.?
(https://s18.postimg.cc/ngw4mrp11/1520186349373367243817.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ngw4mrp11/)
17" wheelers and sleds everywhere
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Mar 04, 2018, 12:51 PM
Fished yesterday out from boat launch plenty of ice. Edges are getting beat up. Did not see any fish caught around our area. 4 flags. Heard of 1 big pike being caught.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Mar 04, 2018, 01:03 PM
How's the conditions off Adirondack
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 04, 2018, 02:20 PM
Good to hear still some ice!! Thursday can't get here fast enough!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2018, 03:59 PM
So far;

(https://s17.postimg.cc/q4jh0t5t7/28576944_10101125887484699_3813593589761233335_n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/q4jh0t5t7/)


(https://s17.postimg.cc/vsprrpxaz/28783395_10101125887629409_499423168216515204_n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/vsprrpxaz/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: masoneddie on Mar 04, 2018, 04:08 PM
Thanks for the updates SchrnLker... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 04, 2018, 04:51 PM
I think it sucks all those 24, 25, 26in fish get entered into the derby. On the second day.  Especially after the first day when bigger fish have already been entered.  Between my friend and I we caught I think 14 lakers. Only 1 over 18".
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2018, 04:59 PM
I think it sucks all those 24, 25, 26in fish get entered into the derby. On the second day.  Especially after the first day when bigger fish have already been entered.  Between my friend and I we caught I think 14 lakers. Only 1 over 18".
Probably a good thing this event is not as popular as it once was.  Heard today only 300 registered, used to be 700-800 or more.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 04, 2018, 05:49 PM
Any pics of that 43” pike??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 04, 2018, 06:28 PM
Any one want to fish with us we will be fishin schroon the 8th til the 11th. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 04, 2018, 09:14 PM
Any pics of that 43” pike??

(https://s10.postimg.cc/6t8gdb8dl/received_10210822604911949.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/m1ydr321x/)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 04, 2018, 09:34 PM
Nice!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 05, 2018, 07:12 AM
any word on adirondack access just for walking on? thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Mar 05, 2018, 07:27 AM
Great scandanaga contest had a 46" pike win!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 05, 2018, 08:16 AM
Great scandanaga contest had a 46" pike win!!!


Isn’t that the smallest in years to win?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 05, 2018, 08:19 AM
any word on adirondack access just for walking on? thanks
Walked on and off Sunday without any issues. Just go the the left around all the busted shoreline from the wheelers
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hunts2long on Mar 05, 2018, 08:22 AM
Not sure if it was the smallest in years. Usually the biggest pike is in the upper 40's. 2/3 years ago the biggest was 50 inches. 46 is a nice fish anywhere. Hope you are doing better....h2l
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 05, 2018, 08:50 AM
Walked on and off Sunday without any issues. Just go the the left around all the busted shoreline from the wheelers

Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 05, 2018, 10:00 AM

Isn’t that the smallest in years to win?

I think past year's pike was 26lbs or maybe that was the year prior...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 05, 2018, 01:32 PM
Not sure if it was the smallest in years. Usually the biggest pike is in the upper 40's. 2/3 years ago the biggest was 50 inches. 46 is a nice fish anywhere. Hope you are doing better....h2l

I remember that year when that giant 50”er came in!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Berkley4life on Mar 05, 2018, 03:40 PM
any word on adirondack access just for walking on? thanks

I drove by on sunday.  Looked like alot of trucks with machines getting on off there.  Im not sure how it held up.  I did see someone go through on shore Sunday afternoon.   I would bring a plank to be safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 05, 2018, 04:25 PM
Is a 10lb fluorocarbon over kill for leader material for lakers?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Mar 05, 2018, 04:36 PM
Is a 10lb fluorocarbon over kill for leader material for lakers?


  No, thats what i use. JMO.. :-\
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 05, 2018, 04:55 PM
Good to hear. I already rigged all my tip ups with it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 05, 2018, 06:32 PM
10 is all good.  I just never have that size much at hand. 6-8-12-20-25 & 30 are abundant . My season usually starts with 20. I have tossed that down a hole on a trap and caught trout  :)
Jigging Lakers 8lb seems to spool nice on the rod and reel .
Stream trout it's 6 lb .
Good luck fishing.  I'm jealous and for some reason I put my gear on the shelf Sunday.  Hope the weather holds good and I get a itch by Friday.
Last week was the first week i didn't walk on water since Dec 15th. 
With a week to go till the Ontario tribs and 4 until the boat splashes for stripers and great lake Ontario,  withdrawal sucks !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 05, 2018, 08:10 PM
This unfortunately will be my last hardwater trip of the season also. Any tips on where to go on schroon.? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Mar 06, 2018, 08:50 AM
Didn't get on the lake last weekend, but got to look at the ice.   Not too many on.  I was shocked.   South of Eagle there were only a couple people out.    In years past it was packed!


Think they screwed the pooch telling everybody how great the ice was leading to last year's tourney? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2018, 02:52 PM
Didn't get on the lake last weekend, but got to look at the ice.   Not too many on.  I was shocked.   South of Eagle there were only a couple people out.    In years past it was packed!


Think they screwed the pooch telling everybody how great the ice was leading to last year's tourney?
Heard there was only 300 registered.  People definitely remembered last years situation.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 06, 2018, 04:58 PM
Less than 36 hours and I'm on the road to Schroon for 3 days of fishing!! I'm pumped. I don't even care if I catch a fish  (would be nice thow) it's gona be a blast
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2018, 05:06 PM
Less than 36 hours and I'm on the road to Schroon for 3 days of fishing!! I'm pumped. I don't even care if I catch a fish  (would be nice thow) it's gona be a blast
Be very careful, I was out today, still 18" plus of ice, but it has gotten very soft.  Ion cut through in half the time it took last week.  Have heard of a number of guys falling in, not on the edges, but on the main ice sheet.  old holes, drain holes not seen by the snow.  Expecting a foot of snow Wed afternoon-Thurs.  I'm done, packed away my stuff after this outing.  Sucks because I have more time to fish this March than I normally have.  Oh well, might have to pick a nice couple days and head down to the Farmington!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 06, 2018, 05:10 PM
I'm bringing the spud and ice picks. Safety first. Where did u fish. We probly won't venture to far from the boat launch. Especially with a foot of snow. Hard walking
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 06, 2018, 05:13 PM
Any tips on where to go? Really want some fish to take home.lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 06, 2018, 05:13 PM
Almost 3 hour drive for us. Probly gona be 5 with the weather
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2018, 05:25 PM
I'm bringing the spud and ice picks. Safety first. Where did u fish. We probly won't venture to far from the boat launch. Especially with a foot of snow. Hard walking
Right off the launch, in front of Rogers Brook.  Had 3 flags in close, salmon or brook trout, ran out line and dropped.  Caught one 2-3 lb smallie.  Had a few chasers on the jig out in the deeper water.  East Shore might be a good place to try.  Easy walk, don't have to go out too far to be in 60fow.  Lakers and Salmon. Edges are better over there.  I would not go off Fowler.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 06, 2018, 05:58 PM
Have u ever tried rubber bands on ur tip ups? The old timers use to do it for trout
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Mar 06, 2018, 06:04 PM
Any photos of the big Lake Trout a 35 " is big anywhere. Also impressed with the number of 25- 27 inchers .  Is it true only 1 salmon weighed in 23 "  good size.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tjk3rd on Mar 06, 2018, 06:28 PM
I fished just south of the narrows the last three days.  Fishing was slow but managed a few lakers.  Ice was 14" in most spots but about 1/3 of the way out from the east shore found a stretch with only 5" of ice.  Will be dangerous with a lot of snow on it.  Be careful.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2018, 07:05 PM
Heard another story tonight about a guy that went in to the top of one leg, drain hole.   This is so early for Schroon to be this bad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 06, 2018, 07:32 PM
Almost 3 hour drive for us. Probly gona be 5 with the weather

It will be 5 no doubt.  Its 2h40m for me on a good day and I do that drive regularly.  If you get stuck behind plows on 87 you will be in for a long one.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 06, 2018, 07:56 PM
I wish you guys the best of luck. While I put my gear away,  it is easily accessible.
Already jonesin.  I know friends are heading to 4th lake this weekend.  Others want me to hit schroon.  Sadly wife wants brakes on her car before I depart to the Ontario tribs. Sunday might be a church on ice day.
There is absolutely places to fish in that area. I start my season in early December up there.
I could name plenty but a topo map would show them. 
Tips on schroon , I'm partial to the mid and South.  I know some great pike get caught all over in the bays . Not given the conditions since 9 days ago , I been fishing 45 fow areas for lake trout almost off the shore. Not so sure how the shallow water has held up.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 08, 2018, 07:17 AM
Just made it to schroon!! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 08, 2018, 09:01 AM
Just made it to schroon!!

good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 09, 2018, 03:55 PM
How are the ice conditions? Heading that area tomorrow to fish.. either schroon, eagle, or paradox
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 09, 2018, 06:56 PM
Ice is good at schroon. Get on at boat launch or beach. Some edges are iffy. Fishing is slow. 2 days 2 keeper lakers. Bring spud some old holes r covered with snow .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 11, 2018, 03:46 PM
back from my schroon trip. fishing was very slow. probly should plan trip for before derby next year. 14 lakers total for trip only 2 keepers. most fish were caught on jig poles in 45 fow. thanks to all the guys who kept me posted on the ice conditions. the info was greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 10inches of ice on Mar 11, 2018, 04:18 PM
Just got back from schroon. Got 1 24 inch Laker in 15 fow. Had 2 bite through my line. And caught around 30 perch. Windy Saturday. Ice was around 14 inches where I was. Not many people fishing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 11, 2018, 04:40 PM

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24 inch salmon.  Good day jigging for lakers ....just nothing big.  Definitely not my last day this year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Mar 11, 2018, 04:53 PM
nice fish. this is my second year fishing schroon and have yet to see a salmon. maybe next year. where were u fishing? we fished of the beach for 2 days then just out from the launch for a day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 11, 2018, 05:13 PM
Thanks.  The narrows.  Only been up to schroon a few times this year, lots of salmon set up hits...but this was the first to get hooked.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 11, 2018, 06:05 PM
Nice salmon!   :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 11, 2018, 08:22 PM
back from my schroon trip. fishing was very slow. probly should plan trip for before derby next year. 14 lakers total for trip only 2 keepers. most fish were caught on jig poles in 45 fow. thanks to all the guys who kept me posted on the ice conditions. the info was greatly appreciated.

I'd call that trip a success.
Glad you got out and caught some. Schroon is fun . I need to target some toothy critters a bit more but those little trout are addictive. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 12, 2018, 01:02 PM
Any updates on access on schroon? thinking of heading up there tomorrow, but wasn't sure if adirondack or narrow are still locked up on shore.  thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 12, 2018, 07:46 PM
Any updates on access on schroon? thinking of heading up there tomorrow, but wasn't sure if adirondack or narrow are still locked up on shore.  thanks
Also wondering the same
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Mar 15, 2018, 06:35 PM
How is the ice on Schroon lake might try to head there this weekend ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 16, 2018, 07:11 AM
Heading up today. Will report back on conditions  Anyone going out?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 16, 2018, 10:51 AM
I dont know of anyone fishing up that way currently or have heard anything about conditions in quite a while. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmongerlyndon on Mar 16, 2018, 12:40 PM
want to try and get out this weekend any info on conditions would be great!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 16, 2018, 01:18 PM
The last time I was out was a week ago Tues, before the 2 snowstorms.  I said back then I was done, the ice was getting soft, the Ion went through it twice as fast as the week before, and the drillings were damp, which tells me it's starting to rot.  After the first storm I heard multiple reports of guys falling in up to the top of their legs from old holes and drainholes that they couldn't see.  There has been a number of guys fishing off the launch in town the last couple weeks, and some reports on Facebook have said Lakers and perch are being caught.  But I can't, in good conscience tell you guys it's safe.  This weekend it's going to be around zero degrees, so if you need to go, wear flotation clothing, just in case.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 16, 2018, 01:34 PM
I figured thats why you were not posting Tony and rightfully so. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 16, 2018, 01:53 PM
I figured thats why you were not posting Tony and rightfully so.
And it's killing me knowing the fishing has been good  :%$#!:  Plus I've been practically living in my plow truck lately.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 16, 2018, 02:04 PM
Nothing wrong with white gold!  Im looking forward to trolling schroon once it ices out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 16, 2018, 06:32 PM
Just got in from schroon, fished the narrows in 25-35 fow. Caught 2 beautiful brookies jigging. One 15" the other 18". Pics to follow.. 10" ice with about 2.5" slush
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 16, 2018, 06:36 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 16, 2018, 06:41 PM
Sorry Red, Lake Trout.  Forked tail
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 16, 2018, 06:45 PM
Just got in from schroon, fished the narrows in 25-35 fow. Caught 2 beautiful brookies jigging. One 15" the other 18". Pics to follow.. 10" ice with about 2.5" slush

Looks like about average sized lake trout for schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 16, 2018, 08:30 PM
Really? My good buddy said it is a brookie because of the white on the edge of the bottom fins. I'm not a trout fisherman so I don't know much about them but it put up a hell of a fight and was a beautiful fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 16, 2018, 08:48 PM
Looks like a laker to me. Brookies normally have a reddish color on the belly and the fins are normally that reddish color with a black/ white fin tips. They also have a body like a brown or rainbow , and flat stumpy tail not a fork tail
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Mar 16, 2018, 08:50 PM
Went off Adirondack today, 16in hard ice with a couple inches frozen slush on top. Snow was not too bad, mostly frozen so the drag was not difficult. Bite was slow getting on was no problem.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Mar 16, 2018, 09:04 PM
Really? My good buddy said it is a brookie because of the white on the edge of the bottom fins. I'm not a trout fisherman so I don't know much about them but it put up a hell of a fight and was a beautiful fish.

Yup. Those are lake trout. They can look alot alike as they are both char. Unlike browns and rainbows which are actually trout.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 16, 2018, 09:15 PM
Thanks for the info!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 19, 2018, 05:25 PM

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Another successful day at Schoon Lake.  28 inch 8 lbs hogger caught jigging in 65fow.  No way my last day.....Friday looks great!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 19, 2018, 05:57 PM
That is a great fish.  Nice job!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 19, 2018, 06:03 PM
Nice fish. Really black. Did you ever crack that 30 inch mark this year you were talking about
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 19, 2018, 06:07 PM
Thank you lowaccord66.  Thats a PB for weight from Schroon.  I've had a few skinny guys 28 inches before, but this one is thick!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Mar 19, 2018, 06:16 PM
Great fish mazdaman! Definitely one to be proud of.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 19, 2018, 06:17 PM
Nice fish. Really black. Did you ever crack that 30 inch mark this year you were talking about

Yeah...very dark fish.  Haven't hit 30" this year YET.......(not over either) no suckers most of the season has slowed my tipups....so im targeting salmon on them....and jigging lakers seems to bring in #'s...not size for me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 19, 2018, 06:24 PM
Beautiful Laker
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 19, 2018, 06:25 PM
Thanks Fontona19.  ;D ;D :tipup: :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Mar 19, 2018, 06:31 PM
Beautiful Laker

Thank you SchrnLker.  And thanks again for all your updates this year....very helpful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 19, 2018, 08:04 PM
Thank you lowaccord66.  Thats a PB for weight from Schroon.  I've had a few skinny guys 28 inches before, but this one is thick!

You're welcome.  I'd agree, very healthy fish. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: butch76 on Mar 24, 2018, 05:48 PM
Went out from Adirondack today, plenty of ice, around 16-18 inches and no problem with access.  No other people in that area but saw a few in other areas of the lake.  Saw a couple of snowmobiles out too.  Caught a couple of short lakers and dink perch.  Nice to get out one last time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Apr 05, 2018, 06:58 PM
Is this Lake Ice free yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 05, 2018, 07:21 PM
No, edges are shot, ice starting to darken, probably go out 15th-20th.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Apr 07, 2018, 04:06 PM
No, edges are shot, ice starting to darken, probably go out 15th-20th.

Any idea on paradox since you are up that way?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 07, 2018, 04:26 PM
I have not been past that way, but my guess is it's probably similar.  Only thing that is still solid right up to the shore, are small ponds.  There are a few ponds that allow jigging Lakers through the ice after April 1.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Apr 15, 2018, 02:45 PM
Is schroon Ice free yet??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 15, 2018, 04:02 PM
Nope, it keeps refreezing!  Maybe mid twenties of April.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Apr 15, 2018, 05:43 PM
Dangit. I am anxious to get up on schroon, paradox, eagle or Brant, bass fishing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hunts2long on Apr 16, 2018, 08:22 AM
SS, the way it is going I am hoping the ice to be gone by the opening of walleye season. Hope you are doing well...h2l
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Apr 26, 2018, 08:04 PM
Schroon went out today, 26th
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Oct 18, 2018, 06:15 PM
Saw some snow flakes this morning on the East shore!  Wind was bitter cold too!


Ice fishing season is near!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Oct 18, 2018, 06:20 PM
should be on the hardwater by christmas
🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Nov 15, 2018, 05:33 AM
With temps in the single numbers and highs in the upper teens many of the smaller pike ponds have frozen over, with 8-12" of snow forecast tonight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Nov 15, 2018, 08:11 PM
Won’t be long
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Nov 16, 2018, 08:17 AM
Won’t be long

You are not allowed up there!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Nov 16, 2018, 11:53 AM
I won’t be “up” there but I will be down there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Nov 19, 2018, 09:01 AM
How's schroon looking? Thought about driving up today to check it out but I'm going to field and stream and then to the bar :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Nov 19, 2018, 08:03 PM
How's schroon looking? Thought about driving up today to check it out but I'm going to field and stream and then to the bar :)

Looks like a lake.....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tipup28 on Nov 19, 2018, 11:13 PM
 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Nov 20, 2018, 07:51 AM
Looks like a lake.....

Guess i walked into that one, lol. Well thats great news, glad to know it's still there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Nov 20, 2018, 10:24 AM
Guess i walked into that one, lol. Well thats great news, glad to know it's still there

I wouldn't mind there being ice already but it takes more than a few cold nights for that lake to setup.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Nov 20, 2018, 01:22 PM
Some of the northern bays had started to ice over.  Be interesting to see what happens Thanksgiving when high temps only in mid teens and lows around 0 are expected.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: masoneddie on Nov 20, 2018, 01:44 PM
Thank you for the update SchrnLaker...looking forward to your reports again this season.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Nov 20, 2018, 03:54 PM
Thank you for the update SchrnLaker...looking forward to your reports again this season.   :thumbsup:
Thanks.  Looks like the frigid weather will be wasted this week as it is supposed to be really windy as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Nov 21, 2018, 02:57 PM
Snow is starting to build up on the hills!   Was up on Shaw Hill today and there was over 8" on the ground at a friend's house.   Down at water's edge there are 4-5".   We're getting closer and closer!

I'm psyched!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jdwyer85 on Dec 08, 2018, 07:51 AM
Any signs of ice on the lake yet? Should be good weather for a few days.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 08, 2018, 10:10 AM
Any signs of ice on the lake yet? Should be good weather for a few days.

Entire north basin from Narrows north iced over last night.  Question is, will it stay.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 08, 2018, 10:23 AM
Hopefully it can build a little before next weekend and get a nice base going
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 08, 2018, 03:32 PM
I was up at schroon today and there’s about 3/4”-1” on the north end. Hopefully we will be walking on it soon!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 08, 2018, 05:53 PM
Hopefully it melts this week 🤣
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Dec 09, 2018, 08:34 AM
Clear ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 09, 2018, 11:46 AM
Clear ice?
yup
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 09, 2018, 04:07 PM
Hopefully it melts this week 🤣

Right on.  Let's hope some zebra mussles get jammed in your waterpump.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 09, 2018, 04:09 PM
Right on.  Let's hope some zebra mussles get jammed in your waterpump.

Hmmm. That would be a first... especially since schroon doesn’t have zebra mussels. I get your little joke tho. Motor blows up - funny...  but that’s why we have boaters insurance... and that’s why we also have alarms to prevent a over heat boom 🤣
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 09, 2018, 04:12 PM
Kinda thing that happens to people who want ice to melt.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 09, 2018, 05:34 PM
Yea , anyone who comes to an ice forum wishing it melts , deserves backlash.
I hope it grows and grows until May 2019
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 09, 2018, 07:15 PM
... especially since schroon doesn’t have zebra mussels. Until some guy with a bass boat brings them there 🤣

 ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 09, 2018, 08:32 PM
;)

Yeah, your probably correct but if your trying to point your finger towards me as that guy, point it at someone else. I actually know the precautions to prevent invasive species spread and my boat is completely hand wiPed down the second it comes out of the water, and the bilge is washed once a week with simple green and a complete soap bath inside and out. Nice try tho.

Little early in the year to be doing this bickering with you already.

My comment towards the ice was because I had my last season open water trip planned to schroon today. I don’t care it has ice now, just bummed I didn’t get out there this fall/ winter.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 10, 2018, 08:03 AM
I cant wait to jig some Lakers.  That's all I care about.  The above was a joke.  Perhaps the best advice would be not to come to shanty while lusting for open water.   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Dec 10, 2018, 04:30 PM
Any word on when the Schroon Turny is going to be this year?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Dec 10, 2018, 06:06 PM
South end is still wide open but totally locked up north of the narrows. Couple inches at most but locked up tight nonetheless
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 10, 2018, 06:17 PM
South end is still wide open but totally locked up north of the narrows. Couple inches at most but locked up tight nonetheless

No launch access to the open water I assume?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Dec 10, 2018, 10:04 PM
People fishing yet? Thinking about heading up wednesdsy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 12, 2018, 01:54 PM
There was a couple groups of people on Schroon today.  They had short ski's or long ice skates and the had some kind of sail devise. Off the boat launch and out by the Island.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Dec 12, 2018, 08:03 PM
I'll be out there Saturday. Had decent luck for Lakers last year before the king froze. Hoping to repeat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 12, 2018, 08:39 PM
same here
gonna fish early saturday
Good Luck to all and be safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 13, 2018, 05:43 AM
Let me know how you guys do Saturday. I’m looking to go up next Friday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Dec 13, 2018, 07:54 AM
Hope Saturday is good  for you guys maybe I can make it Sunday be looking for reports
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JTrottaNY on Dec 13, 2018, 09:52 AM
Sounds like there should be some ice at the northern boat launch? I am finishing up some work in Plattsburgh right now and have my glide lite in the car- if I can get done early enough I might make a stop to jig for a bit on the way home. If anyone has any info/advice please feel free to shoot me a PM.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Dec 13, 2018, 12:18 PM
Good luck everyone, early ice Lakers usually bite really well for me.  Gotta work this weekend, but hope to shoot up there next tuesday, looking forward to the reports!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 13, 2018, 01:36 PM
Going to try to beat the rain tomorrow.  Not ice I want to be on if the water is rising!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 13, 2018, 01:52 PM
Going to try to beat the rain tomorrow.  Not ice I want to be on if the water is rising!

Rains going south, we are expecting a few light snow-rain showers late Fri.  Sat and Sun now look good.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Dec 13, 2018, 02:12 PM
Looking like I'll be ready to Schroon it up on Sunday myself. Can't wait!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 13, 2018, 02:32 PM
I was thinking of Sunday too but know now at least 10 individuals  headed there...I think I'll be opting for a quieter laker waters.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Dec 13, 2018, 03:21 PM
Going to try to beat the rain tomorrow.  Not ice I want to be on if the water is rising!

You won't be alone.   Haha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Dec 13, 2018, 03:28 PM
I was thinking of Sunday too but know now at least 10 individuals  headed there...I think I'll be opting for a quieter laker waters.

Oof. Sounds like I'll need to get there early. Hopefully the Maple Leaf has some vacancy. Set up in the dark with 100 yards between traps and some binoculars I should be all set  ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 13, 2018, 04:54 PM
You sobs
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 13, 2018, 07:44 PM
I would never venture on first ice in the dark ,  thats foolish.
Maple leaf has gone way down hill and after 15 plus years of steady frequency  , last season was our last.

Good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Dec 13, 2018, 07:52 PM
I would never venture on first ice in the dark ,  thats foolish.
Maple leaf has gone way down hill and after 15 plus years of steady frequency  , last season was our last.

Good luck

You're not wrong, but everything about that post from the Maple Leaf to the 100 yard spread was oozing with mild sarcasm. I'll lay in on thicker next time!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 13, 2018, 08:03 PM
10-4. Stay safe,  on top and smell like fish oh baby
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Dec 13, 2018, 08:05 PM
10-4. Stay safe,  on top and smell like fish oh baby

All excellent advice.

Wait...are we are still talking about ice fishing here?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Dec 14, 2018, 04:09 PM
Last Friday I had to drive Hamilton County.   They were all locked up.   Big lakes too.   The lake at Speculator was hard water.   

Friday the south end was wide open.   Saturday morning was cold and the bay at the southern channel froze over.    I'm anxious to see what the south end looks like.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Dec 14, 2018, 05:55 PM
Whats the closest place to schroon to get spikes?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Dec 14, 2018, 06:37 PM
Whats the closest place to schroon to get spikes?

I don't know about closest, but if you're coming from the south Crossroads is right off exit 25.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 14, 2018, 07:30 PM
Oof. Sounds like I'll need to get there early. Hopefully the Maple Leaf has some vacancy. Set up in the dark with 100 yards between traps and some binoculars I should be all set  ;D ;D

What are traps?  Doesn't compute in laker water.  Good luck and remember your spud bar doesnt know what time of day it is.  As long as you use it you'll be fine day or night.  Garufi...how was work today?  Enjoy the torture.. I mean pictures?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 14, 2018, 07:33 PM
Welll see Sunday won’t we
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 14, 2018, 07:59 PM
Welll see Sunday won’t we

Where you guys fishing Sunday, Schroon or Blue?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 14, 2018, 09:07 PM
Where you guys fishing Sunday, Schroon or Blue?

Not sure yet. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 15, 2018, 06:25 AM
Not sure yet.
let me know Jon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 15, 2018, 08:04 AM
1st laker of the season on the jig
schroon gold
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Dec 15, 2018, 10:52 AM
1st laker of the season on the jig
schroon gold
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And it begins... nice work!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Beaner on Dec 15, 2018, 11:46 AM
How much ice you sitting on? I saw 3 shanties on my way home from Fish307
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 15, 2018, 02:23 PM
Heard reports of 3" to as much as 5" today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 15, 2018, 05:01 PM
fished from 7:30-12:30 and jigged 4 lakers 16-21inches in 40feet of water
had a few missed fish on the jig as well
the tip ups were very quiet today as i had one flag all day and it turned out it pulled the hook
had a solid 3.5-5inches of safe ice
also had a dozen or so small perch while jigging for lakers
good luck out there
it only gets thicker from here
def bust out the quads next weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lgdiver on Dec 16, 2018, 08:36 PM
Thats great news!!!  I hope to be out to Schroon soon!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 17, 2018, 05:36 AM
Nice to have met you finally Bill. Probably be up that way again this weekend.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 17, 2018, 06:56 AM
Nice to have met you finally Bill. Probably be up that way again this weekend.

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Same here Jon.  I'll be fishing same place, or maybe Schroon.  You have any more luck after I left?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 17, 2018, 08:04 AM
I had just found active fish when you rode past.  The weather prevented me from taking advantage of them.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 17, 2018, 09:49 AM
I had just found active fish when you rode past.  The weather prevented me from taking advantage of them.
I also found they were more active in 40 Ft., but not hungry, follow up and down just to piss you off.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 17, 2018, 11:56 AM
Hoping to get out Friday for the first time this year. How’s the ice thickness?  I’ll be going off the town boat launch. Is there any problem areas I have to worry about?  I know it’s only Monday and a lot can change this week but any information will be appreciated. I want to try out the new sled I just built. If you see me out there come over and say hi. I usually go out by myself so it’s always nice to meet new people.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Dec 17, 2018, 12:25 PM
Nice work on the sled! May have to copy your idea of having a trap holder between the hub and the sled!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Dec 18, 2018, 09:17 AM
You regulars to Schroon have any tips on catching smelt. Been up several times for Lakers but never had any luck on smelt.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmac3 on Dec 18, 2018, 10:12 AM
Not sure about schroon, but I caught a lot on Fourth, Indian, and West Caroga. 2-4lb test, UL rod and any small, slightly heavy jig or spoon with spike. I wouldn’t even bother with spring bobbers
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 18, 2018, 10:16 AM
lots of smelt in paradox
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmac3 on Dec 18, 2018, 10:47 AM
Just be sure you’re not using mono in deep water.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Dec 18, 2018, 11:11 AM
Thanks for the reply’s
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Dec 18, 2018, 12:32 PM
Thanks for the reply’s

George ….  or Jasper I suppose.....      The only time I was exposed to it we caught them non stop on a Hali with a single spike. The fish finder was solid with smelt.

This was right off Fowler Road.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 18, 2018, 03:17 PM
Is the gate open or closed at eagle point.
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 18, 2018, 04:47 PM
Plowed but closed, open water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 18, 2018, 05:04 PM
Thanks Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 18, 2018, 06:24 PM
Is the gate open or closed at eagle point.
Thanks
Woah woah woah pump the brakes a little anxious aren’t we?!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 18, 2018, 07:43 PM
Just a little laker fever I suppose.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 18, 2018, 08:15 PM
Woah woah woah pump the brakes a little anxious aren’t we?!

Not really,  just asked a question and thanks for the answer.
Can't wait until lake George freezes and everyone goes on their merry way , away
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 18, 2018, 08:46 PM
We got a while before that happens
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 19, 2018, 08:54 AM
We got a while before that happens

A number of us were planning on hammering schroon to no end this year.  I expect a lot of 430am starts to ensure parking availability.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 19, 2018, 09:59 AM
A number of us were planning on hammering schroon to no end this year.  I expect a lot of 430am starts to ensure parking availability.
When you hitting Schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 19, 2018, 10:11 AM
When you hitting Schroon?

Once the good area freezes probably be there every weekend until George is ready. 

I'm thinking of a return visit by you Saturday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Dec 19, 2018, 05:06 PM
still good ice off the boat launch on the north end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thekayakerman on Dec 19, 2018, 07:27 PM
I'm heading up to the north end tomorrow morning. If anyone has any new info on the ice thickness, or places to watch out for please let me know! I'll be sure to post conditions when I come back - thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 19, 2018, 08:34 PM
Have not seen anyone fishing this week, but with the cold we had here this week I would expect at least 5" north end. As with all early ice, check as you go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: thekayakerman on Dec 19, 2018, 09:28 PM
Thanks for the info- much appreciated!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Dec 20, 2018, 08:19 AM
Once the good area freezes probably be there every weekend until George is ready. 

I'm thinking of a return visit by you Saturday.

Jon, I might be interested.  Ice around here is going to be shot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 20, 2018, 08:32 AM
Jon, I might be interested.  Ice around here is going to be shot.

Nice Pat.  I think Shawn is in too.  Either Saturday or Monday.  I may do all three.  Trying to get a giant deal done at work, if it comes in today I'll be up there first thing tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hardwaternubie53 on Dec 20, 2018, 08:42 PM
Old trick- Tie a foot or so of red yarn onto your line, with a couple of split shot so it sinks. No hook. Jig. They bite the yarn and their teeth get caught in it. Really works!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Dec 21, 2018, 10:57 AM
Hopefully the water stays under the ice tomorrow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 21, 2018, 11:20 AM
Hopefully the water stays under the ice tomorrow
 

It will and that's the problem. The ice sheet lifts there, then the edges are further from shore.  If you get on tomorrow and the river is rising expect the edges to be further away when you get off.  That is how I became anointed in schroon lake water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Dec 21, 2018, 12:19 PM
Old trick- Tie a foot or so of red yarn onto your line, with a couple of split shot so it sinks. No hook. Jig. They bite the yarn and their teeth get caught in it. Really works!

I've heard of rope flies for targeting hard mouth toothy critters like gar but I've never heard of it ice fishing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneBucketMike on Dec 21, 2018, 01:00 PM
I've heard of rope flies for targeting hard mouth toothy critters like gar but I've never heard of it ice fishing.

Mainly used for smelt suspended under the ice but maybe he was talking about something else?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 21, 2018, 06:20 PM
 

It will and that's the problem. The ice sheet lifts there, then the edges are further from shore.  If you get on tomorrow and the river is rising expect the edges to be further away when you get off.  That is how I became anointed in schroon lake water
o the river had risen we had over 3"of rain every creek brook stream and river is over there banks. The schroon river in warrensburg is way up I'm sure the lake is too
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 21, 2018, 07:11 PM
o the river had risen we had over 3"of rain every creek brook stream and river is over there banks. The schroon river in warrensburg is way up I'm sure the lake is too

Find out tomorrow morning. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 21, 2018, 07:21 PM
Find out tomorrow morning.
bring a plank or some hip boots
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 21, 2018, 07:40 PM
bring a plank or some hip boots

Eh..last time this same scenario played out I got very wet at the end of the day...I'm just going to have a look.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 21, 2018, 08:21 PM
Cold coming up doesn’t matter it’ll all be solid
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 21, 2018, 09:45 PM
Cold coming up doesn’t matter it’ll all be solid

Shame you cant make it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 22, 2018, 04:30 AM
I’ll be there in spirit and every other day this week don’t worry about me (me-9 you-1)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 22, 2018, 06:02 AM
I’ll be there in spirit and every other day this week don’t worry about me (me-9 you-1)
I think Jon gonna kick your ass.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 22, 2018, 08:01 AM
I think Jon gonna kick your ass.

Did last year! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 22, 2018, 07:08 PM
So did anyone take the leap of faith today on schroon?
Seen 2 vehicles at narrows but not on the ice. We went to north end to an empty lot.
You could definitely get on the ice and I ventured out a ways with the spud . Easily punching through with a few hard whacks. Figured 3" at best . Nobody in my crew were interested in that.
Headed to Minerva where there was a solid 10 plus inches of ice.  A hardside out there .
If you don't mind chasing flags all day and catching hammer handle pike , it's cool. We usually do it once a year and this was that day.

Be safe if you decide to give schroon a try, it's sketchy and maybe next weekend for us.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 22, 2018, 08:45 PM
There were people out there. My vehicle was one of the ones up top.  The ice was fine the edges are shot.  I'll be there tomorrow but may need waders to get on.  Some old holes were large.

This was getting off the ice.


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Dec 22, 2018, 09:55 PM
anyone willing to share where to access the narrows area of schroon. Iv always fished off boat launch or Fowler and im curious to explore some other areas, those are just the only access points i know of. We were out there last weekend and got into some smaller fish. Nothing of any size but was good to be back out there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 22, 2018, 09:59 PM
So did anyone take the leap of faith today on schroon?
Seen 2 vehicles at narrows but not on the ice. We went to north end to an empty lot.
You could definitely get on the ice and I ventured out a ways with the spud . Easily punching through with a few hard whacks. Figured 3" at best . Nobody in my crew were interested in that.
Headed to Minerva where there was a solid 10 plus inches of ice.  A hardside out there .
If you don't mind chasing flags all day and catching hammer handle pike , it's cool. We usually do it once a year and this was that day.

Be safe if you decide to give schroon a try, it's sketchy and maybe next weekend for us.



Looking for a place to go Wednesday and it doesn’t sound to me like schroon is going to be good enough. I’ve never fished Minerva and wouldn’t mind trying it out but I can’t find any info on the lake. There seems to be a state park, can I park there?  How hard is it to find decent fish?  Any help will be appreciated.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 22, 2018, 11:29 PM
We left schroon at 7:45 am. There were no people on the lake at public access.  At those access points you did not need waders to get on ice but you needed faith of the ice and abilities.

Minerva is simple.  Town beach.  Beach road. Simple Google map search.
Pike are all slimers but kept us fishing instead of on the couch. It's a once a season gig for us.
Tomorrow ( 12:30 today and up for 20 hrs)  is another day to walk water as was last weekend.  There is good solid ice in Essex county on various places other than schroon.
I'm an old man but not a fool . Maybe why I got to be this age.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Dec 23, 2018, 09:10 AM
  ;) Your not that old. . How you got that age is a miracle. . Tight lines hot tuna    ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 23, 2018, 09:29 AM
  ;) Your not that old. . How you got that age is a miracle. . Tight lines hot tuna    ;D

True that,  it's being surrounded by the outdoors and good people that keep me going. I need a miracle every day 😀.
Merry Christmas and happy New Year Frank.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 23, 2018, 07:12 PM
I'm a fool for Lakers.   :tipup:

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Dec 23, 2018, 07:45 PM
Not bad for a dude from Iowa
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 23, 2018, 08:19 PM
I'm a fool for Lakers.   :tipup:

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How was the ice? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 23, 2018, 08:25 PM
That’s a rubber fish watch the next one he posts will look exactly the same!!! Seen it a million times
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 23, 2018, 08:40 PM
Not bad for a dude from Iowa

Good fishing with you. 

The ice is decent the edges are toast and the lake rose at least a foot and a half while we were out....getting creative to get on/off. (Apparently an otter can float more than I thought it could.)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 23, 2018, 08:57 PM
Beautiful laker Jon. I went 8 for 9 up north, off lake by 12:30.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 23, 2018, 09:50 PM
Thanks Bill.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Dec 24, 2018, 08:46 AM
That's a beauty Jon.  Nice work.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Dec 24, 2018, 11:36 AM
Good fishing with you. 

The ice is decent the edges are toast and the lake rose at least a foot and a half while we were out....getting creative to get on/off. (Apparently an otter can float more than I thought it could.)

Always buddy.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 25, 2018, 03:39 PM
Hi all, I was planning on coming up to Schroon on Saturday, but the forecast is calling for temps around 40 degrees and rain on Friday.  Of those who have been our already and/or know how the lake typically reacts, do you think there will be fishable ice on Saturday? Its a 4 hour drive for me so don't want to waste my time.  Should I abandon hope and take the boat out one more time here in NJ?

Appreciate the insights

Derek
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 25, 2018, 04:07 PM
If there is more rain it could be impossible to get on.  It was already very difficult yesterday morning and the lake rose again while I was out there. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Dec 25, 2018, 09:53 PM
Bring a 10 ft + plank
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 25, 2018, 11:18 PM
Bring a 10 ft + plank

10ft isn't long enough!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 26, 2018, 06:16 AM
Appreciate the info guys. I’ll pass on Schroon for now. Was really looking forward to using my new Christmas presents though :(

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Dec 26, 2018, 10:35 AM
Anyone know the ice conditions at Loon Lake?  I'm heading up that way New Years day.  I was going to try to hit Schroon but my girlfriend will not want to deal with planking and sketchy ice.  I don't think 5 days will change things much since the rivers/streams are up so high.  I've got some back up ideas but wanted to try a new body of water.  I'm also curious if the only access is at the boat ramp.  Thanks in advanced.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Dec 26, 2018, 11:30 PM
10ft isn't long enough!

Maybe by Saturday.......maybe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 27, 2018, 02:16 AM
Maybe by Saturday.......maybe

I'm going to find out after a couple hour ride this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 27, 2018, 06:35 AM
I'm going to find out after a couple hour ride this morning.
Good luck today Jon, let me know how it is.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 27, 2018, 07:03 AM
Will do Bill.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 27, 2018, 09:06 AM
Lake has gone down quite a bit last couple days.  If you fish off north boat launch simply walk out, no planks needed. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 27, 2018, 12:38 PM
Lol people forget that the water will drop after the lake floods from heavy run off  ??? Even if it doesn’t drop all the way the shore line will freeze back up with the low temps.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Dec 27, 2018, 03:41 PM
Lol people forget that the water will drop after the lake floods from heavy run off  ??? Even if it doesn’t drop all the way the shore line will freeze back up with the low temps.

Obviously the water is going to come down eventually.  We were just trying to help people with current conditions
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 27, 2018, 04:04 PM
Agreed and as am I.
Last Saturday you could get on at northern town launch without a problem.  I only puckered at 3" ice when I walked out and not another soul.
Access is not really a problem,  ice thickness is.
I'd appreciate anyone that's been out give a thickness  update.  I can figure the rest out.
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 27, 2018, 06:54 PM
Agreed and as am I.
Last Saturday you could get on at northern town launch without a problem.  I only puckered at 3" ice when I walked out and not another soul.
Access is not really a problem,  ice thickness is.
I'd appreciate anyone that's been out give a thickness  update.  I can figure the rest out.
Thanks

Varies.  Found a half inch today but it was pretty obvious that it would be that thin where I was. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 27, 2018, 07:26 PM
Varies.  Found a half inch today but it was pretty obvious that it would be that thin where I was.

Your the man.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 28, 2018, 02:23 AM
Your the man.

Check your pm's I sent a link of clip of where the bad ice is.  The rest was fine...was able to walk on which is a shame because now its getting busy out there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 28, 2018, 03:13 PM
I understand it will go back down, but it’s a 5-hour drive for me. Not willing to do that without assurances of getting safely on and off. Especially with today’s rain. I can wait a week or two to get up there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 28, 2018, 03:37 PM
I understand it will go back down, but it’s a 5-hour drive for me. Not willing to do that without assurances of getting safely on and off. Especially with today’s rain. I can wait a week or two to get up there
some of the better decision making skills I’ve seen on display here 🤔
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 28, 2018, 04:31 PM
Does anyone know how Bryant is?  Looking to maybe hit it Monday and never fished there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Dec 28, 2018, 10:58 PM
 :o Pike bait

(https://i.postimg.cc/K8wH01pc/316-1546028862640.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/6326D4tH/317-1546028891251.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 04:53 AM
They must be hungry this year mine had two bites in it
(https://i.postimg.cc/mc29vxTx/A1-B8449-D-2625-432-B-9871-56-E9-EB2-C8-A68.png) (https://postimg.cc/mc29vxTx)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:36 AM
They must be hungry this year mine had two bites in it
(https://i.postimg.cc/mc29vxTx/A1-B8449-D-2625-432-B-9871-56-E9-EB2-C8-A68.png) (https://postimg.cc/mc29vxTx)

Rubber fish.  Looks like there isnt any blood.  Fake news. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:37 AM
Fine ....it’s ketchup
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 29, 2018, 09:02 AM
Just a fyi. I'm not surprised to see Lakers with teeth marks. A buddy of mine won the fishing tourney 1 year using a 20"dead salmon as bait in 8fow he landed an 18lbs laker
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Dec 29, 2018, 11:42 AM
They must be hungry this year mine had two bites in it
(https://i.postimg.cc/mc29vxTx/A1-B8449-D-2625-432-B-9871-56-E9-EB2-C8-A68.png) (https://postimg.cc/mc29vxTx)

Thats just one bite but the pike got the body with both sides of the mouth
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 11:50 AM
Thats just one bite but the pike got the body with both sides of the mouth
Look above back fin kind of a bad pic
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 01:14 PM
Just a fyi. I'm not surprised to see Lakers with teeth marks. A buddy of mine won the fishing tourney 1 year using a 20"dead salmon as bait in 8fow he landed an 18lbs laker

I wouldn't advertise that. Pretty sure trout and salmon can't be bait.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 02:14 PM
I wouldn't advertise that. Pretty sure trout and salmon can't be bait.

Hes not to be trusted...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 02:49 PM
Guys name was Jon something the illegal master-baiter
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 02:49 PM
Hes not to be trusted...

Not many fishermen are
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Dec 29, 2018, 02:55 PM
Just a fyi. I'm not surprised to see Lakers with teeth marks. A buddy of mine won the fishing tourney 1 year using a 20"dead salmon as bait in 8fow he landed an 18lbs laker
Lakers eat almost anything. Including other lakers...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 03:01 PM
Guys name was Jon something the illegal master-baiter

You talk a nice game from the cough garufi...


(https://i.postimg.cc/Vrj5KXCx/20181229-155357.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vrj5KXCx)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 03:08 PM
There’s the rubber fish again guys 🙄 brown trout
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 03:24 PM
There’s the rubber fish again guys 🙄 brown trout

Landlock...look at the adipose...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 29, 2018, 03:34 PM
Wow. Looks like schroon is the place to be. I’ll have to make video!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 03:35 PM
Some call that a sewer trout
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 03:38 PM
Wow. Looks like schroon is the place to be. I’ll have to make video!

Oh gosh,  please do . Your other ones were so epic. 
Be sure to trash the shoreline with the ATV 's again
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 29, 2018, 03:56 PM
I wouldn't advertise that. Pretty sure trout and salmon can't be bait.
I dont care i didnt do it. It was also atlest 15 years ago.

Thought you can use any fish you want as bait as long as its legal size and counts toward your daily limit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 29, 2018, 03:57 PM
Lol yeah it’s so wrong to bust up the over flow with my atv that’s only accessible through our private property. Keep an eye out,You might be in the drone footage
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Dec 29, 2018, 04:00 PM
Hes not to be trusted...
;)
Yeah
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 04:08 PM
Lol yeah it’s so wrong to bust up the over flow with my atv that’s only accessible through our private property. Keep an eye out,You might be in the drone footage

Cool .. my grandson will be out with us tomorrow.  I'll make sure he brings his high powered nerf gun. I hear drones like them.  It'll be epic
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 29, 2018, 04:24 PM
Lol yeah bring the nerf gun
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 04:43 PM
Lol yeah bring the nerf gun

Just so nobody gets the wrong idea,  it's all in jest.
Have fun out there but please keep your drone away,  I'm in the witness protection program
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 04:44 PM
I dont care i didnt do it. It was also atlest 15 years ago.

Thought you can use any fish you want as bait as long as its legal size and counts toward your daily limit.

Game fish are not allowed used as bait.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: limitout on Dec 29, 2018, 04:58 PM
Hot Tuna Get A life and get off the computer   Please...….
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 05:04 PM
Hot Tuna Get A life and get off the computer   Please...….

My life is very fulfilled. I spend more time in the outdoors than most have been alive.
Don't own a computer or make dorky YouTube videos.
Sorry if my sometimes rambling hurts your feelings .
Please file a hurt feelings report
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JJ on Dec 29, 2018, 05:12 PM
Game fish are not allowed used as bait.

Actually, the only limits according to the regs are:

Quote
Species That May Not Be Used for Bait
Carp, goldfish, lamprey larvae, round goby, as well as species listed as endangered or threatened in New York State may not be used for bait.

Do have to follow all other regs to prevent spread of disease: same body of water, no overland transport, etc.; along with limits and minimum length.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:44 PM
....it just got real...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:44 PM
You guys do realize the shore is shot from the rain and 40 degree weather
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:45 PM
Heard they are hammering off tiger trout ridge
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 05:47 PM
I'm not ashamed to eat my hat .
In all my years of reading a regulations handbook, the online thing SUCKS Gamefish were not considered "bait fish"
If it's cool then I digress
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 05:59 PM
Could be worse tuna...you could be making videos instead of catching fish  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:07 PM
Could be worse tuna...you could be making videos instead of catching fish  ;D

I made a video once.
Pretty stupid.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 29, 2018, 06:12 PM
That’s not a video. That’s a slide show
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 29, 2018, 06:13 PM
Oh I like those browns or are they salmon?


(https://i.postimg.cc/56QgJqrh/imagejpeg-1-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56QgJqrh)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:16 PM
That’s not a video. That’s a slide show

And there's a difference ? Both are stupid and only for self gratification.
Like I said,  I did it once and find it dumb
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:17 PM
Oh I like those browns or are they salmon?


(https://i.postimg.cc/56QgJqrh/imagejpeg-1-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56QgJqrh)

I think they are carp and herring
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:21 PM
I lie, never trust a fishermen,  I made 2.
Well YouTube calls them video.
Another dumb thing.
I got no other skeletons in the closet now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 29, 2018, 06:23 PM
They could use a little drone action
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:26 PM
They could use a little drone action

My forty four would like that, 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Dec 29, 2018, 06:41 PM
EPIC
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Dec 29, 2018, 06:42 PM
tuna  i  really  did  enjoy them ...nice fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 29, 2018, 06:51 PM
Thanks trap, 10 years ago I got caught up in the media network "trap"
Now I'm just cool with being me.
Gotta hit the sack,  5am road call to some ice the next 3 days
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 30, 2018, 02:30 AM
I thought they were good as well tuna.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 30, 2018, 09:25 AM
I thought they were good as well tuna.

I can’t believe your not too busy catching to watch  :o ha ha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 31, 2018, 02:44 PM
Anyone get anything big today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 31, 2018, 04:30 PM
Anyone get anything big today

No.  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 31, 2018, 05:58 PM
Seen a drone out there.  Kids playing so we let them have fun.
No videos but yesterday and today were EPIC with my 7 year old grandson.
Thanks Terry 👍
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 31, 2018, 06:12 PM
fished both saturday and sunday
had very good action on jigs in depths from 35-45feet
we had 15 or so each day ranging from 12-23inches
the tip ups only produced one lone 20incher the flags were quiet all weekend
half the lakers were 16-17inchers
had a solid 6-7inches everywhere we drilled and no issues with lake access
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 31, 2018, 06:42 PM
fished both saturday and sunday
had very good action on jigs in depths from 35-45feet
we had 15 or so each day ranging from 12-23inches
the tip ups only produced one lone 20incher the flags were quiet all weekend
half the lakers were 16-17inchers
had a solid 6-7inches everywhere we drilled and no issues with lake access
o
 

We found the same.  Not as much action but everyone caught a fish.
Super bonus.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Dec 31, 2018, 06:45 PM
Dam I know a guy that didn’t get any
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Dec 31, 2018, 08:51 PM
Seen a drone out there.  Kids playing so we let them have fun.
No videos but yesterday and today were EPIC with my 7 year old grandson.
Thanks Terry 👍

No problem at all RJ.  Glad you had a good time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 02:21 AM
Show up this am and garufi's buddies who I dont know headed right to my numbers??  ::)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 01, 2019, 07:25 AM
Show up this am and garufi's buddies who I dont know headed right to my numbers??  ::)

That’s nice Jon, Happy New Year.  Warm and rain do much damage?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 07:58 AM

That’s nice Jon, Happy New Year.  Warm and rain do much damage?

This is what they said to me bill "if you want to find fish just follow him he told us"  Ice is holding up ok so far.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 01, 2019, 08:08 AM
Have fun today, maybe see ya on the weekend,
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 08:12 AM
Have fun today, maybe see ya on the weekend,

Thanks and possibly.  See how the week goes.  Might be time for some pike.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 01, 2019, 08:28 AM
Thanks and possibly.  See how the week goes.  Might be time for some pike.
Might give Indian a try.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 01, 2019, 08:38 AM
Put a pounding on some Lakers yesterday. Nice to be out. Most fish came on tip ups with fresh smelts. Almost couldnt keep up with the flags good thing smelt were on a good bite.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 08:56 AM
We don't care about numbers,  only smiles.
My grandson caught this one all by himself jigging using a vex.
Pretty sure now his dad will be opening the wallet.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3drCzMD5/20181230-104053.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3drCzMD5)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 01, 2019, 09:08 AM
Happy little boy, nice looking laker.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mdougla1 on Jan 01, 2019, 09:11 AM
How much ice on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mdougla1 on Jan 01, 2019, 09:11 AM
How much ice on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 01, 2019, 09:23 AM
We don't care about numbers,  only smiles.
My grandson caught this one all by himself jigging using a vex.
Pretty sure now his dad will be opening the wallet.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3drCzMD5/20181230-104053.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3drCzMD5)

That's what it's all about right there  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 09:26 AM
How much ice on schroon?

There were ATV 's out on north and middle section.
There is no snow on ice and easy dragging.  Unless you're planning on going a long distance,  please leave the machines home for now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 09:29 AM
That's what it's all about right there  ;D

Nice seeing you John.
Yup, its about taking a kid fishing.
Its what got me started 50 years ago
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 01, 2019, 09:41 AM
We don't care about numbers,  only smiles.
My grandson caught this one all by himself jigging using a vex.
Pretty sure now his dad will be opening the wallet.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3drCzMD5/20181230-104053.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3drCzMD5)

Those are the memories that count.

Enjoy the times with the little one.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 09:48 AM
Put a pounding on some Lakers yesterday. Nice to be out. Most fish came on tip ups with fresh smelts. Almost couldnt keep up with the flags good thing smelt were on a good bite.

Nice work Logan.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 09:53 AM
Those are the memories that count.

Enjoy the times with the little one.

Thanks man,  I have 9 grandchildren and all are outdoors.
We have lots of memories to share around the fire.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 01, 2019, 10:24 AM
Quad access good at narrows ?!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 10:36 AM
Thanks man,  I have 9 grandchildren and all are outdoors.
We have lots of memories to share around the fire.

That's awesome.  By the way the numbers reference was making fun of wicked tuna...I dont use GPS to mark spots.  I like lakers.

(https://i.postimg.cc/tZyL25QT/Screenshot-20190101-102425-Gallery.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZyL25QT)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Jan 01, 2019, 11:15 AM
 ;D the face says it all rj. . . Epic . .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 11:35 AM
No wicked here,  just a hot tuna doing his thing since probably before most were born.
What's a GPS  ? We still use maps in my house,  lol.

Yea brother,  got'em 😀

Leave the ATV home,  they were annoying  when you can easily walk. 
Exercise is a good thing. 
Teach the kids right
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8YZTzgT/20181231-115535.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8YZTzgT)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 12:05 PM
Hopefully we can get the Atv’s out on the ice this weekend. I have too much crap on my sled to walk very far. All the drone batteries make the sled hard to pull.  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 12:21 PM
Hopefully we can get the Atv’s out on the ice this weekend. I have too much crap on my sled to walk very far. All the drone batteries make the sled hard to pull.  ;D
Hopefully we can get the Atv’s out on the ice this weekend. I have too much crap on my sled to walk very far. All the drone batteries make the sled hard to pull.  ;D
Teach a kid right how to learn without the easy road. 
What a shame for some in the future.
All my kids know how to read a map and haul gear. Thankfully they share that with their children for the future.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 01:38 PM
Teach a kid right how to learn without the easy road. 
What a shame for some in the future.
All my kids know how to read a map and haul gear. Thankfully they share that with their children for the future.

Because it’s hard to read a map or Walk with a sled full of gear ? We go fishing to have fun. Rowan likes taking his atv on ice fishing trips. So why wouldn’nt we use them ? Just because we fish in different ways doesn’t make it wrong. Rowan’s only 11 and he’s got more skills on the water and ice when most adults I see out lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 03:12 PM
Ok, someday you'll realize there is more to fishing.
Nothing drives me crazy more than lazy people.
Enjoy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 01, 2019, 03:20 PM
Ok, someday you'll realize there is more to fishing.
Nothing drives me crazy more than lazy people.
Enjoy
well said hot tuna. I couldnt agree more. My kids know and understand hardwork and know to appreciate the reward. Teach them proper!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 03:42 PM
Because it’s hard to read a map or Walk with a sled full of gear ? We go fishing to have fun. Rowan likes taking his atv on ice fishing trips. So why wouldn’nt we use them ? Just because we fish in different ways doesn’t make it wrong. Rowan’s only 11 and he’s got more skills on the water and ice when most adults I see out lol

Hey , I get it. Myself,  kids and grandkids have all the toys and tools.
It's all a matter of how you use or choose to Express those things. 

We play all we want and play HARD,  but we do so that is not intrusive , invasive or interfere with others.
Right now,  there is no need for machines or antics on the ice that has access to those without.  Just Simply go fishing, take a few pictures, leave the rest behind.  Your sled will be much lighter,  your soul may be fuller,  memories will last forever


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 04:30 PM
I'm with you RJ.  We could own a machine but do not.  Ask her if she minds! 

(https://i.postimg.cc/7fFC5bS1/20180128-144359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7fFC5bS1)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 04:41 PM
Right on brother.
Me thinks we are not so far apart  :)
Enjoy the ice season in 2019-2020
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 04:44 PM
No not at all.  I think we fished together last year with Lance and crew.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 04:57 PM
Lol yeah that’s like saying your lazy  fishing from a boat and not from shore or Using a flasher instead of jigging blind. Why don’t you walk to the lake instead of driving. I’m not sure why you fish. We just fish for fun. You seem to take it very seriously.Sometimes we drive miles around a lake. Why would I limit myself by walking? It’s just one of those things. You don’t have one so you don’t like it. I get it. Kinda like the guys who would rather use a electric drill auger over a gas auger.  Those people are probably lazy also. Oh crap. I hope you use a hand auger only... wouldn’t want to make yourself look lazy for not drilling every hole by hand lol.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 05:00 PM
Maybe in the past years.
Big red has become far to advanced,  lol
We roll low and slow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 05:04 PM
Lol yeah that’s like saying your lazy  fishing from a boat and not from shore or Using a flasher instead of jigging blind. Why don’t you walk to the lake instead of driving. I’m not sure why you fish. We just fish for fun. You seem to take it very seriously.Sometimes we drive miles around a lake. Why would I limit myself by walking? It’s just one of those things. You don’t have one so you don’t like it. I get it. Kinda like the guys who would rather use a electric drill auger over a gas auger.  Those people are probably lazy also. Oh crap. I hope you use a hand auger only... wouldn’t want to make yourself look lazy for not drilling every hole by hand lol.

Your right man but you seem to want to involve others into your material world.
Do what you wish,  just leave it at that.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 05:07 PM
Maybe in the past years.
Big red has become far to advanced,  lol
We roll low and slow.

When I need a humbling laker fishing, he is happy to help. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 01, 2019, 05:16 PM
Is lake George frozen yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 01, 2019, 05:17 PM
Is lake George frozen yet

If it were I am sure you'd tell all your friends!   :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 05:24 PM
Your right man but you seem to want to involve others into your material world.
Do what you wish,  just leave it at that.
Lol who am I trying to involve in my material world? my step son?  Now your just making stuff up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 05:25 PM
When I need a humbling laker fishing, he is happy to help.

All good brother.
Good people no doubt.
Sure our paths will share water again.

Is LG froze  ?
I only wish.. cause I won't be there until late  😀
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TimK on Jan 01, 2019, 05:38 PM
Gonna be an EPIC 2019 I see.....

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 01, 2019, 05:53 PM
IOWA My friends reported that they saw you and you were  very rude and had zero fish in your sled / slime on your hands
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: greggill on Jan 01, 2019, 05:53 PM
Honest report. Fished brant lake today,first time, as I drove 2 hrs looking for good ice and found some!  7-9 inches of ice, fishing was slow but managed a few biters...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 06:06 PM
Haha!

Lol, hence I myself,  got no friends.
Only family . We welcome folks as well.
Some stay and some just pass through . The best part is strangers stopping strangers,  just to shake their hand.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 06:15 PM
Please, 
Your nonsense videos of something you didn't witness or report.

Like said,  do something real. Join the cub scouts or BSA, take people fishing and teach the youth instead of pollution

Because ice fishing and having fun with my family isn’t real enough? Because we make cool videos out of our trips ? Like I said before we just fish for fun.  You seem to take it a bit to serious .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 06:26 PM
I respect others. 
That's the only serious bone in my body.
In that respect,  I have nothing more to add on our rantings to clog the ice.
Anything further let's talk fishing or talk bull$hi!  Over a beer, if you dare,  lol




Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Jan 01, 2019, 06:27 PM
now I will  say my opinion  I don't mind a  ride  out or back in  once in awhile   but  on early ice no way would I  be on a   wheeler or  sled  I walk and  wack that ice  with a spud  that old  spud  bar has  saved  me  a good  many  baths .....  i'll walk with ya  tuna  ....low  can  come to he's a youngin  he  can pull our  stuff out   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 06:39 PM
I respect others. 
That's the only serious bone in my body.
In that respect,  I have nothing more to add on our rantings to clog the ice.
Anything further let's talk fishing or talk bull$hi!  Over a beer, if you dare,  lol

Lol yeah I can picture that. If low and trapper showed up it would be a real party!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 06:50 PM
Wow. Lots of crying and complaining this season. It’s amusing to just sit back and watch for a change.

I don’t get all the hate towards Throttle tho. It’s a little obvious it’s a group, gang up thing towards him. This forum is very “cliquey” and if you aren’t in that “clique” you back back into a corner for saying the wrong thing others do not agree with...

For some reason I’m a bad guy for making ice fishing videos ? Oh and I have an atv. In reality I’m one of the nicest guys you could run into on the lake.  I pick up trash, I help strangers get on fish , I have given people lures , buckets of minnows, drill holes for old dudes with hand augers. Towed back broken Atv’s . Yeah I have my own thoughts on thing, but I also respect respect others .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Jan 01, 2019, 06:56 PM
full in all honesty  I  don't  think your  a bad guy at all. I just think you talk to much and listen to little ....  you are right about fishing should  be  about family and having fun, but there is  more

tuna i'll have that  beer  with ya !   i'm  to old to run and  to feeble minded  to be scared
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 01, 2019, 07:01 PM
Is this fishing or the young and the restless 🤔 how did everyone’s weekend go
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Jan 01, 2019, 07:09 PM
Any ice solid ice on lake yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 01, 2019, 07:19 PM
Is this fishing or the young and the restless 🤔 how did everyone’s weekend go

Long and prosperous
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Jan 01, 2019, 09:45 PM
Because it’s hard to read a map or Walk with a sled full of gear ? We go fishing to have fun. Rowan likes taking his atv on ice fishing trips. So why wouldn’nt we use them ? Just because we fish in different ways doesn’t make it wrong. Rowan’s only 11 and he’s got more skills on the water and ice when most adults I see out lol



Arent you supposed to be 16 to operate an ATV?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 01, 2019, 10:05 PM


Arent you supposed to be 16 to operate an ATV?

No. Ages 10-15 can operate an atv under adult supervision, you need to be 16 or older to ride alone.  Atv’s also must have a registration and insurance. Larger Atv’s will have the “over 16 to operate” stickers the smaller Atv’s have “under 16 to operate “ stickers. His is just a little 200 cc.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 02, 2019, 02:29 PM
Are you boys ready to get back to fishing?   
 ???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 02, 2019, 02:46 PM
what happen to fishing reports?
this is a gossip page at best
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 02, 2019, 04:25 PM
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2019, 04:27 PM
I report Lakers...and apparently was hit by a 67mph gust there yesterday.  The otter prevailed....with help.

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Mazda man great to meet you glad to see you survived the gust. Made me laugh when at 12pm only you and I remained on the ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Jan 02, 2019, 05:25 PM
Nice meet you and shawn.  I only get X amount of time to fish, weather isn't going to keep me away.  Here is a little of our rewards so far.....

27" Salmon
(https://i.postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh/445-1546105740260.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh)

27" lake trout
(https://i.postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0/20181230-072909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 02, 2019, 05:30 PM
My gear just got re organized so I'm ready.

A schroon fishing question was asked,  throttle gave some good advice 😁

I'm a rookie that is cool with smiles even if its only 1 fish from another.
No matter where or what species,  jigging,
They usually hit within the first few minutes,  if not then it's a cat and mouse game on presentation.  Moving even 20 feet can make a big difference,  change lures often,  plastics,  real or hardware.
When all else fails,  call it defeat and move.
I tend also to find a contour. In reverse,  I start deeper but not much more than 60-70 fow . Typically,  smelt will be in the 40-30 foot range.  You hit fish quick or you then move up the contour as like throttle said, the push them into the bay .
We've caught a 40 " pike and 23" laker on the same hole in 20 fow.
Last weekend,  a laker was caught in 8fow on a trap.
In all I prefer 45 -35 fow to play jiggy with if you find them ( lake trout) .
Much easier to get them to bite with less water to reject.
PS,
Schroon is very stained water.
Copper is a good color and out of the river current seems to be working as well

Enjoy and good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 02, 2019, 07:17 PM
Hitting the narrows for the first time on Saturday morning. Keep the picks coming, gives me motivation to not go after walleye this weekend instead.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 02, 2019, 07:19 PM
Anybody out there see the fire at what appears to be a church today?

https://m.facebook.com/groups/9076552844?view=permalink&id=10157176552822845
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: choo choo on Jan 02, 2019, 07:29 PM
Nice meet you and shawn.  I only get X amount of time to fish, weather isn't going to keep me away.  Here is a little of our rewards so far.....

27" Salmon
(https://i.postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh/445-1546105740260.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh)

27" lake trout
(https://i.postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0/20181230-072909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0)

Some beautiful fish mazdaman...Great job ! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 02, 2019, 07:38 PM
Nice meet you and shawn.  I only get X amount of time to fish, weather isn't going to keep me away.  Here is a little of our rewards so far.....

27" Salmon
(https://i.postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh/445-1546105740260.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh)

27" lake trout
(https://i.postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0/20181230-072909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0)

It’s so nice to see Mazdas and Accords getting along!!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Jan 02, 2019, 07:42 PM
Great advice Tuna!
And nice fish Mazda!
Headed out tmr morning testing out my new ice helix for some lakers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Jan 02, 2019, 07:58 PM
Thanks guys.  Salmon was alot of fun and a bit of a surprise.  Hit one of my laker setups.  Hungry bugger.  Same hole next day got the trout.  Fish are funny.  Let's see more fish pics!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 02, 2019, 08:09 PM
I have been wondering why I haven’t seen any pics yet mazdaman. Awesome fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 02, 2019, 08:25 PM
Anybody out there see the fire at what appears to be a church today?

https://m.facebook.com/groups/9076552844?view=permalink&id=10157176552822845

Schroon Lake Community Church burnt down this afternoon, across from Pitkins Restaurant


(https://i.postimg.cc/5HM087vz/49551521-10155594513846910-246167210211409920-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5HM087vz)


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 02, 2019, 09:06 PM
Nice meet you and shawn.  I only get X amount of time to fish, weather isn't going to keep me away.  Here is a little of our rewards so far.....

27" Salmon
(https://i.postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh/445-1546105740260.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SnQdnTrh)

27" lake trout
(https://i.postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0/20181230-072909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnDBFkM0)

Right on !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Jan 02, 2019, 09:08 PM
I have been wondering why I haven’t seen any pics yet mazdaman. Awesome fish.
Thanks fullT.  Lots of pics already, most not from Schroon.  Friday is start of 8th week on ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2019, 09:24 PM
It’s so nice to see Mazdas and Accords getting along!!!!

Hahaha! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 05:33 AM
Schroon Lake Community Church burnt down this afternoon, across from Pitkins Restaurant


(https://i.postimg.cc/5HM087vz/49551521-10155594513846910-246167210211409920-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5HM087vz)


(https://i.postimg.cc/tn7C9L0K/49555812-10155594472441910-8047117216174309376-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tn7C9L0K)

Sad news Tony hope no one was hurt.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mladuc on Jan 03, 2019, 05:45 AM
nice trout and salmon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Jan 03, 2019, 12:49 PM
Can anyone provide any detail of ice thickness on north end of Schroon and the narrows. Im looking to take a ride up their in the next few weeks. Thank you in advance. Tight lines!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 01:00 PM
Check back in a few weeks...you should be ok but the ice thickness will likely be different from what it is today. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 03, 2019, 01:23 PM
Check back in a few weeks...you should be ok but the ice thickness will likely be different from what it is today.

Ya it will definitely be different in a few weeks I would bet it will be thicker given the forecast  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 01:26 PM
Ya it will definitely be different in a few weeks I would bet it will be thicker given the forecast  ;D

Let's hope Ed.  You fishing Saturday?  From what I understand we may play a fun game of who can get there the earliest. Mazda man is tough to beat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 03, 2019, 02:38 PM
Can anyone provide any detail of ice thickness on north end of Schroon and the narrows. Im looking to take a ride up their in the next few weeks. Thank you in advance. Tight lines!

Should be enough ice for walking. Guys have been going up for the past 2 weeks. Reports of 8-9’on the north end. I’m going up this weekend with the atv !  Keep and eye out for the video.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 03, 2019, 02:55 PM
Should be enough ice for walking. Guys have been going up for the past 2 weeks. Reports of 8-9’on the north end. I’m going up this weekend with the atv !  Keep and eye out for the video.
What time do you think you’ll get there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 03:00 PM
Should be enough ice for walking. Guys have been going up for the past 2 weeks. Reports of 8-9’on the north end. I’m going up this weekend with the atv !  Keep and eye out for the video.

You've been on that north end ice or are you giving out second hand info? There was considerable water on the ice Tuesday am and holes and ridges had water pouring in and were becoming wider.  I'd recommend anyone take Hot Tuna's earlier advice and walk based on my observations Tuesday (walked about 4 miles of ice)

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 03, 2019, 03:32 PM
What time do you think you’ll get there


Hopefully before first light
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 03, 2019, 03:39 PM
You've been on that north end ice or are you giving out second hand info? There was considerable water on the ice Tuesday am and holes and ridges had water pouring in and were becoming wider.  I'd recommend anyone take Hot Tuna's earlier advice and walk based on my observations Tuesday (walked about 4 miles of ice)

Looks like everything froze up nice last night. I’m sure everyone will be save and drill test holes / spud for themselves.looks like atv ice from the reposts I got .  If not it will stay on the trailer. No big deal.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 03, 2019, 04:08 PM
(walked about 4 miles of ice)

The togue herder.  Walks miles and miles to gather his heard and pull them up through a 6 inch hole.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 04:30 PM
The togue herder.  Walks miles and miles to gather his heard and pull them up through a 6 inch hole.

Last year I did 4 miles one way on LG....never again.  For what it's worth Pat I only herded one on Tuesday. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Jan 03, 2019, 04:41 PM
full I'm just wondering how you deide the ice is good for the 4 wheeler and I'm not joking  you can't spud riding and to stop and drill test holes is after fact a lot can happen in 5 foot of ice ...not being a 4 wheeler guy I honestly do wonder... any one that walks and uses a spud for any length of time has been on 8 inches of ice and been walking and the spud went threw  how do you know it's good ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 03, 2019, 05:13 PM
My group will be later to the party.  I don't go on early ice until after sun up.
There are sketchy spots and I'm sure parking will be tight.
Just do everyone a favor,  the ice was and I'm sure still easy walking.
Leave the big toys home for now.
Be safe and have a good time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 03, 2019, 05:19 PM
Lol trapper good question, what I do normally is. Make sure it’s a safe thickness I like at least 6 inches of ice. I know ice can very thickness  because the lake doesn’t freeze at the same time. So I’ll stick close to the shoreline but give about 10 feet so I’m not on any over flow or busted up ice along the shore. Just take it slow . I have a gas auger mounted on the front so I’ll just keep it running. Hop off and drill a test hole ever now and then , once I get to my fishing location I’ll walk from the shore out to deeper water drilling test holes. If it’s safe I’ll walk back and get my atv. If that spot doesn’t work out I just keep going down the lake. An atv isn’t like a sinking brick you might have a tire fall in or if the front falls in it will get hung up on the frame or bumper. But if your only over a foot or so of water it doesn’t really matter you ca just back out. You just have to be smart and take it slown and keep your eyes open for changes in the ice. Once the lakes get about a foot just send it lol.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 03, 2019, 05:27 PM
Just want to let you guys know that I have tomorrow off and will be CRUSHING. Those fish ALL DAY long one after another left to right down up all around hammer down yeye while you guys are rubbing keyboards talking about atv safety 😭 Iowa make sure you have a fully charged phone lot of pictures coming your way!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 03, 2019, 05:33 PM
I've tried testing ice with an ATV. It sucks.
My experience now is either it's going or staying home.  If it's a mid season or deep snow,  it or the snowmobile goes and gets used.
If it's a walk in the park, then its staying.

Right now its not that difficult
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Jan 03, 2019, 06:18 PM
Just want to let you guys know that I have tomorrow off and will be CRUSHING. Those fish ALL DAY long one after another left to right down up all around hammer down yeye while you guys are rubbing keyboards talking about atv safety 😭 Iowa make sure you have a fully charged phone lot of pictures
coming your way!

Haha.  Good luck!  Have fun.   And I would put the 4th trap out if I were you.  That'll be the one!  Watch.  Save us a spot Saturday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 06:44 PM
Just want to let you guys know that I have tomorrow off and will be CRUSHING. Those fish ALL DAY long one after another left to right down up all around hammer down yeye while you guys are rubbing keyboards talking about atv safety 😭 Iowa make sure you have a fully charged phone lot of pictures coming your way!

So tomorrow is going to be different than every other trip you've done this year?  Your laker career is more washed up than a piece of driftwood at weakapaug....You may want to try bowling instead!   ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 03, 2019, 07:08 PM
So tomorrow is going to be different than every other trip you've done this year?  Your laker career is more washed up than a piece of driftwood at weakapaug....You may want to try bowling instead!   ;)
You guys crack me up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2019, 07:10 PM
You guys crack me up.

You make it out today?  Did garufi's snowmobile squad mug your spot again? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 03, 2019, 07:21 PM
Had to work.  Gonna hit it on Saturday, a bit west of where we were.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walleyes killers on Jan 03, 2019, 07:54 PM
 Trying scroon on Saturday. Is there still access but the Stewart’s on the north end?or the name of the road wear there is access on the north end
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Jan 03, 2019, 08:00 PM
Trying scroon on Saturday. Is there still access but the Stewart’s on the north end?or the name of the road wear there is access on the north end

Yes you can access at the town beach or Fowler ave
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walleyes killers on Jan 03, 2019, 08:11 PM
Thank you. How much snow is on the ice? I’m a walker
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 03, 2019, 08:14 PM
Zero as of right now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walleyes killers on Jan 03, 2019, 08:17 PM
Oh man what a blessing lmao. Thank you for your help much appreciated
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 03, 2019, 09:30 PM
Let's hope Ed.  You fishing Saturday?  From what I understand we may play a fun game of who can get there the earliest. Mazda man is tough to beat.

Oh yes ill be fishing with my new frabill sidestep 3man flipover. How early we talking?? I was planning on being at fish307 at 530-545 to get some hunts and a few pike baits
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 05:34 AM

Oh yes ill be fishing with my new frabill sidestep 3man flipover. How early we talking?? I was planning on being at fish307 at 530-545 to get some hunts and a few pike baits

Few hours earlier. I asked Shawn to grab some hunts for me today so I don't have to wait for 307 to open tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigpikekid on Jan 04, 2019, 05:39 AM

Oh yes ill be fishing with my new frabill sidestep 3man flipover. How early we talking?? I was planning on being at fish307 at 530-545 to get some hunts and a few pike baits


Good luck in her, hoping you land more fish in it than I did! I’ll keep an eye out for ya! Gonna try to keep the streak going in the little clam
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 04, 2019, 06:09 AM
What do you guys like for live bait tip ups on Schroon? What doesn’t work?
Thanks
I’m also hoping to go up Sat morning
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mealworm on Jan 04, 2019, 06:35 AM
What do you guys like for live bait tip ups on Schroon? What doesn’t work?
Thanks
I’m also hoping to go up Sat morning
smelt
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 04, 2019, 06:48 AM
Few hours earlier. I asked Shawn to grab some hunts for me today so I don't have to wait for 307 to open tomorrow.

Ya I have no one to grab me bait.... so I need the baits shop unless I can jig up some smelts then i don't need the hunts..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 08:32 AM
Ya I have no one to grab me bait.... so I need the baits shop unless I can jig up some smelts then i don't need the hunts..

We can get smelt.  We should do what I suggested the last trip especially now that my shanty will be lit up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 04, 2019, 08:54 AM
I dont have lights anymore lol ill just take my small battery powered led lantern
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 04, 2019, 08:57 AM
I'm down to get smelt maybe we should just try at laker spot it was loaded with bait schools 30ft thick on the panoptix last week and i got a bakers doz at sunset last time out
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:03 AM
Morning Gents. A buddy and I are headed up to Brant tomorrow. First time on that body of water. Any tips or tricks that someone could recommend. Thinking we will get on @ Jimbos.


Thanks!
Rob
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:11 AM
I'm down to get smelt maybe we should just try at laker spot it was loaded with bait schools 30ft thick on the panoptix last week and i got a bakers doz at sunset last time out

Ok let's do it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:21 AM
2” snow on ice sticky heavy snow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:27 AM
2” snow on ice sticky heavy snow

This is different from what you said before....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:50 AM
This is different from what you said before....
Whatever dweeb weather happens
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 10:56 AM
Whatever dweeb weather happens

Fake weather...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 04, 2019, 11:17 AM
2” snow on ice sticky heavy snow

Should be easier to pull over it when it hardens up a bit after the sun goes down
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 04, 2019, 07:13 PM
All loaded up for tomorrow’s trip.  Ready for anything I guess lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX/9-E6-BE037-55-AC-489-B-95-F1-B13-E8-BB7-C9-DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: step2jimi on Jan 04, 2019, 07:26 PM
Good luck tomorrow and be safe. I'll be walking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 08:22 PM
All loaded up for tomorrow’s trip.  Ready for anything I guess lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX/9-E6-BE037-55-AC-489-B-95-F1-B13-E8-BB7-C9-DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX)

Where you are looking to get on with the ATV my buddy put his feet through the ice today....said quads were on but didnt know where they got on from.  I'm walking too....on another lake. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 04, 2019, 08:45 PM
Hopefully at the boat launch on at the town beach. If not we will have to find a place
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: northernnyice on Jan 04, 2019, 08:52 PM
All loaded up for tomorrow’s trip.  Ready for anything I guess lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX/9-E6-BE037-55-AC-489-B-95-F1-B13-E8-BB7-C9-DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0gGWCVX)

Where did you get your atv covers? And do they serve you well as a travel cover? Thanks man.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2019, 08:58 PM
Hopefully at the boat launch on at the town beach. If not we will have to find a place

Ya that's where he was.  Maybe it will be better tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 04, 2019, 09:01 PM
I got the covers off amazon. They are nice covers. They have zipper doors so you can fuel them up with the covers on.  They keep the salt off and have strap tie downs so you can tie the covers to the trailer so they don’t flap
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 04, 2019, 09:04 PM
Ya that's where he was.  Maybe it will be better tomorrow.

Does that section have more ice then the lower section? I figure near the narrows it’s thinner
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 05, 2019, 02:14 AM
Does that section have more ice then the lower section? I figure near the narrows it’s thinner

Yes it should. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 08:15 AM
Must be alot of meat being thrown up on the ice, no chatter or bickering here this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Jan 05, 2019, 09:50 AM
Slow for me only iced 2 lakers on suckers. No jig bite but have not moved around and don’t see many people moving.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2019, 10:47 AM
Lake is packed with fishermen, have not seen this many guys out there since the derby. Some guy did stop by the baitshop with a large pike, from what I could see from Stewarts.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 11:39 AM
Hi Tony, hope your doing well. I was out their two weeks ago, the first guys to hit the narrows, 4 of us caught 32 lakers.im sure they will be few and far between with all the pressure.  Catch up with you soon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2019, 11:50 AM
Hi Tony, hope your doing well. I was out their two weeks ago, the first guys to hit the narrows, 4 of us caught 32 lakers.im sure they will be few and far between with all the pressure.  Catch up with you soon.
Thanks Bill, simply killing me not being out there this year, just can't walk.  Both hips to be replaced in March.  Those Lakers better watch out next year!!!  ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2019, 12:12 PM
Lake is packed with fishermen, have not seen this many guys out there since the derby. Some guy did stop by the baitshop with a large pike, from what I could see from Stewarts.
That pike I saw this morning was 18.33lbs, and caught on Paradox.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 12:21 PM
Wow, that’s nice. You got some big ones down their. Hope you make out well with replacements, I’m needing a knee replacement myself.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2019, 12:29 PM
Thankfully we can get these replacements and then continue to do what we love.  How's Mike doing, have not heard much from him here and on Fb lately.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Jan 05, 2019, 12:46 PM
had my knee done on dec 3.glad theres not much ice cause its still hurting pretty good.Maybe two more weeks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 12:51 PM
Mike, I think is coming up this weekend.  Probably fish up here until Lske George freezes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2019, 12:56 PM
had my knee done on dec 3.glad theres not much ice cause its still hurting pretty good.Maybe two more weeks.
I'm told hips are much quicker to recover from, back to work (or fish) in 2 weeks, especially with the newer procedures they're doing today.  Knees are longer, more rehab needed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 05, 2019, 01:59 PM
Couple dink lakers and a decent pike today. Theres open water south of the narrows
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 05, 2019, 02:21 PM
I'm told hips are much quicker to recover from, back to work (or fish) in 2 weeks, especially with the newer procedures they're doing today.  Knees are longer, more rehab needed.

I had a hip done in March. I’d say a good 6 weeks before you are fishing. You will be walking w a cane after two weeks but each person is different. Knees are definitely a much longer recovery process and more invasive. I had my hip done in Boston by one of the best in the country and it was an out patient treatment. This is not the norm for most doctors though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 05, 2019, 04:30 PM
That pike I saw this morning was 18.33lbs, and caught on Paradox.

Dang. Another paradox pike gone 😢
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 05, 2019, 05:00 PM
Good amout of ice on the lake. Solid 8-9 inches. On the north side. No problems getting on with the ATVs. Was that you hot tuna with that little dog ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 05, 2019, 05:49 PM
9 inches of ice on north side. Fished all day, marked one fish and no action on the tips ups
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 06:45 PM
I'm told hips are much quicker to recover from, back to work (or fish) in 2 weeks, especially with the newer procedures they're doing today.  Knees are longer, more rehab needed.
Will have try to time this surgery so it doesn’t interfere with ice fishing, trapshooting, Fire dept. racing, and hunting season. Have heard many stories on knee replacements, more bad then good.  Hope you get better guick.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Jan 05, 2019, 07:09 PM
what was the biggest of those 32
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 05, 2019, 07:19 PM
what was the biggest of those 32
25 inches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 05, 2019, 07:40 PM
I had my drone out on the North end of the lake today. If you were fishing at around noon you could be in the footage !
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 05, 2019, 08:00 PM
I'm sure 100 people plus were in your drone footage.
Is lake George frozen yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 05, 2019, 08:05 PM
Lol yeah the lake was crazy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 05, 2019, 08:19 PM
I had my drone out on the North end of the lake today. If you were fishing at around noon you could be in the footage !

Please share. I’d love to see what I look like catching nothing from above
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mdougla1 on Jan 05, 2019, 08:27 PM
6 Lakers today and a couple perch over 13 inches.
so many folks out there.  Wild.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 05, 2019, 08:43 PM
Lol I will this week. People just look like specs from 400 feet pretty cool tho
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: choo choo on Jan 05, 2019, 10:22 PM
I had my drone out on the North end of the lake today. If you were fishing at around noon you could be in the footage !
How was the fishing on Schroon today....any action on smelt, lakers or LL salmon ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 05, 2019, 10:30 PM
We went to fish for Lakers but the lakes mobbed near the deep water so we tucked off into a bay and got Into some perch. Seen 3 big schools of smelt on the sonar. Seen a couple guys with Lakers while on an atv ride around the lake. A few 25 inch trout . We came across some dirtbags spot that trashed the ice and left a pickerel to die on the ice. It was still alive so we stuck it back down the hole and it swam off. 
(https://i.postimg.cc/sBqpwGsL/3-BD9-C514-3882-4210-B5-B7-3-D3-BC90-D44-A1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sBqpwGsL)

(https://i.postimg.cc/zLVCCFZW/90-BB2-BC9-2-C65-40-B8-B0-B9-A38-F0-DBFB92-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLVCCFZW)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: choo choo on Jan 05, 2019, 10:50 PM
Good job on the perch and also saving the pickerel.
no trash on the ice is good.
How deep do you figure the water was where the guy's caught the lakers ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Neil McCauley on Jan 06, 2019, 07:16 AM
We went to fish for Lakers but the lakes mobbed near the deep water so we tucked off into a bay and got Into some perch. Seen 3 big schools of smelt on the sonar. Seen a couple guys with Lakers while on an atv ride around the lake. A few 25 inch trout . We came across some dirtbags spot that trashed the ice and left a pickerel to die on the ice. It was still alive so we stuck it back down the hole and it swam off. 
(https://i.postimg.cc/sBqpwGsL/3-BD9-C514-3882-4210-B5-B7-3-D3-BC90-D44-A1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sBqpwGsL)

(https://i.postimg.cc/zLVCCFZW/90-BB2-BC9-2-C65-40-B8-B0-B9-A38-F0-DBFB92-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLVCCFZW)

No littering pisses me off more than leavingg cigarette butts on the ice. It's so easy to just carry a ziplock baggie and stick them in there after killing the butt in a puddle or something. How can you value an outdoor place enough to fish on it and enjoy it but then treat it like garbage?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: trapper2000 on Jan 06, 2019, 07:38 AM
way back  40 years ago or more  you looked for holes that had a lot of cigarette butts around because it meant the people stayed along time they must have been catching fish!  ......now days  I really don't like seeing it , if your still stupid enough to smoke just throw the butts in your  sled please  .....

just another side note guys  , I know you all pick up trash ...be careful  ...I was picking up trash fishing and found needles!!!!!  one more thing we all have to be aware of especially those with children that would help pick trash up.....

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 06, 2019, 07:57 AM
Good job on the perch and also saving the pickerel.
no trash on the ice is good.
How deep do you figure the water was where the guy's caught the lakers ?

They got the Lakers around the deep water drop off on the north side I believe. So many tip ups and people it was hard to tell what was going on lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: choo choo on Jan 06, 2019, 08:00 AM
Thanks...sounds like it was a zoo out there !
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walleyes killers on Jan 06, 2019, 08:41 AM
I had my drone out on the North end of the lake today. If you were fishing at around noon you could be in the footage !

Hahaha I was that big blue clam shelter next to you. We caught one 19” laker on jig pole and I got a 13# pike out in deep water 6’ under the ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 06, 2019, 09:11 AM
Hahaha I was that big blue clam shelter next to you. We caught one 19” laker on jig pole and I got a 13# pike out in deep water 6’ under the ice

Nice was that you guys off the point more towards the narrows ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 06, 2019, 03:44 PM
An actual fishing post by me.

We fished schroon yesterday and today.  Man it was busy.  I didn't set a tip up in 2 days but I bet I seen 400 , at least that I could see where we fished.
Tried to not interfere with anyone  by just jigging. It was tough.  We caught nothing in 2 days efforts. My only attributes that I. Can think were , so much pressure. We didn't see people chasing flags but informed some that went off . Just nuts to set traps 150 yards away,  ( rant ).

Conditions:
Everything was fine ( 6" ) where we and large groups at public access was. Didn't see any ATV or drones,  thank gosh,.
Did see open water.
Open water was only visible from south of the narrows for about 1/4 mile then it was locked back up all the way south.
Gates still locked at eagle and seen no tracks from manor to eagle.
Probably the smart thing would be to fish Adirondack side.

Is lake George frozen yet ?


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 06, 2019, 06:03 PM
South end is locked up?   I wasn't sure if it would be with the warm days we've had.   

I'm planning on heading up next weekend.   Looks like some real cold nights coming our way!   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Jan 06, 2019, 06:07 PM
 ;D thanks for the update rj. . The mass exodus to George can't happen soon enough then you'll have schroon to yourself . . Lol. . I spent the day walking the shoreline at schodack landing picking up lure after lure and bobbers. .  ;) . . Tight lines my brother. . .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 06:02 AM
South end is locked up?   I wasn't sure if it would be with the warm days we've had.   

I'm planning on heading up next weekend.   Looks like some real cold nights coming our way!

Yes it is
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tree-on on Jan 07, 2019, 07:38 AM
Drove by on Sunday, looked like a village out there. I went to a smaller lake nearby, don't really like crowds. Wind was pretty intense Sunday afternoon and I forgot to throw the popup in the car. Weather is night and day as soon as you get north of George, I watched my car thermometer drop 10 degrees in 5 minutes.  Snow devils were annoying, (let's reset the flags again).but good to be out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 08:42 AM
Schroon has been slow but I keep finding a decent fish here and there.  27"

(https://i.postimg.cc/PCPSC0F9/Screenshot-20190105-114923-Messages.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCPSC0F9)

The south end has large holes in the very thin layer of ice that formed.  It has locked once before Tuesday and was blown right open. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Jan 07, 2019, 10:51 AM

(https://i.postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF/96931396-F3-D9-4-EEA-9-E81-E90-C64-A61675.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF)

Nice surprise for the day 😁
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Jan 07, 2019, 11:21 AM
Beauty :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 07, 2019, 11:23 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF/96931396-F3-D9-4-EEA-9-E81-E90-C64-A61675.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF)

Nice surprise for the day 😁


  Nice.
Is that a Brown or a LL?   ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 11:52 AM
I did not test the ice south of the narrows and by no means calling it safe .
What I can say is it was locked and I didn't see any wet spots from driving along rt 9. I also didn't see any signs of people either.
Also,  it was snow covered which means to me its been locked since at least last Monday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 11:53 AM

  Nice.
Is that a Brown or a LL?   ;D

Nice laker,  lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 12:46 PM
I did not test the ice south of the narrows and by no means calling it safe .
What I can say is it was locked and I didn't see any wet spots from driving along rt 9. I also didn't see any signs of people either.
Also,  it was snow covered which means to me its been locked since at least last Monday.

Not possible for the south end to have had ice on it Tuesday...it didnt after the rain.  Note in the pic below there is a ton of water on the ice Tuesday.   Not snow.
(https://i.postimg.cc/5X0QHB9y/20190101-074722.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5X0QHB9y)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 01:04 PM
I'm just going by what I seen. We fished the lake Monday and there was snow.
We fished the lake Saturday and yesterday and there was snow.

Your picture seems to show just south of the narrows as well and yesterday that was still open water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 01:08 PM
That was last Tuesday no snow...point being the south end is no where near close.  Pic was facing north.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 07, 2019, 01:25 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF/96931396-F3-D9-4-EEA-9-E81-E90-C64-A61675.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF)

Nice surprise for the day 😁

Wow nice fish ! Good job.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 07, 2019, 01:42 PM
nice brown 👍👍
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: choo choo on Jan 07, 2019, 03:12 PM
Schroon has been slow but I keep finding a decent fish here and there.  27"

(https://i.postimg.cc/PCPSC0F9/Screenshot-20190105-114923-Messages.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCPSC0F9)

The south end has large holes in the very thin layer of ice that formed.  It has locked once before Tuesday and was blown right open.
nice fish iowa accord

(https://i.postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF/96931396-F3-D9-4-EEA-9-E81-E90-C64-A61675.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF)

Nice surprise for the day 😁
beautiful Brown !
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 03:34 PM
By no means am I saying the south is safe,  again I'm just saying it was locked up yesterday.

This picture was taken 12-30-18 ( Sunday)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gnbYrJ6f/20181230-080645.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnbYrJ6f)

This was 12-31 ( Monday)

(https://i.postimg.cc/LqWSS6pQ/20181231-115534.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqWSS6pQ)

This was taken yesterday


(https://i.postimg.cc/JsdvD62G/20181231-142637.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JsdvD62G)

Given the single digits now,  it got nowhere to go but grow.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 03:38 PM
It was checked this afternoon by a buddy of mine...its got a ton of growing to do down there.  I'll keep picking away at those upper 20" fish in the narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 03:52 PM
That's cool but I'm done with fishing in a zoo for awhile . The public access points were insane this past weekend for an 18" keeper lake trout.

Perch tastes better and there is lots of good hardwater everywhere.

Good luck on the ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 04:10 PM
I know I've been leaving the house at 1am to drove 3 hours to ensure a spot.  Granted my reward was 9" longer...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 04:19 PM
I know I've been leaving the house at 1am to drove 3 hours to ensure a spot.  Granted my reward was 9" longer...

That's nuts,  I'm to old for that . I can be on schroon in an hr and now given the circus is in town,  not worth it.

We just go fishing, the quieter,  the better
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 07, 2019, 04:35 PM
Agree on the quieter better part I was trying to find the signup tent on Saturday 🤓 I was. A lone soul the south end had a bunch of cracks everywhere huge puddles of water that looked to be moving idk I wouldn’t risk it for a few weeks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 05:03 PM
That's nuts,  I'm to old for that . I can be on schroon in an hr and now given the circus is in town,  not worth it.

We just go fishing, the quieter,  the better

I agree with the quieter the better as well but enjoyed that when we were planking on. 

Tuna I love it.  I love it on 2"of ice with an empty lake, I love it with a packed lake, I love it in good weather and bad. 

I like this idea of sticking to schroon when LG locks up.  I've been finding some sizable lakers...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 07, 2019, 05:25 PM
I agree with the quieter the better as well but enjoyed that when we were planking on. 

Tuna I love it.  I love it on 2"of ice with an empty lake, I love it with a packed lake, I love it in good weather and bad. 

I like this idea of sticking to schroon when LG locks up.  I've been finding some sizable lakers...

Stockies versus native.
LG is by far a better fishery. 
The time and place will come for both waters. I try not to follow crowds and move on.

I'm quite sure there is 2" ice somewhere,  lol,  but not that I'm walking on especially when I know where there is 10 plus a few miles away.

Be safe and have fun
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 06:02 PM
I dont blame you at all.

Unrelated note but did anyone find out what caused that fire?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 07, 2019, 06:24 PM
It was checked this afternoon by a buddy of mine...its got a ton of growing to do down there.  I'll keep picking away at those upper 20" fish in the narrows.

what about upper 30's?? :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 06:30 PM
what about upper 30's?? :icefish:

Those come from lake Noneya. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mazdaman on Jan 07, 2019, 06:31 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF/96931396-F3-D9-4-EEA-9-E81-E90-C64-A61675.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCsP0ZgF)

Nice surprise for the day 😁

Now that's a nice brown trout. Congrats!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 07, 2019, 06:49 PM
Those come from lake Noneya.

nonsense.

They come from LG  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 07, 2019, 07:26 PM
nonsense.

They come from LG  ;D

Exactly what I would expect someone who hasn't fished Noneya to say!  Speaking of LG why are you not bass fishing it...lake's more open than Paris Hilton on any given Friday night....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 07, 2019, 07:36 PM
Lowest of accords , you have been posting a lot of pics of short fish. You said you would never post a picture of a fish unless it was a 40 because 30s suck lol looks like you just talk a lot of smack. Ss could you refresh us with that 40 inch mount again!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 07, 2019, 07:39 PM
Lowest of accords , you have been posting a lot of pics of short fish. You said you would never post a picture of a fish unless it was a 40 because 30s suck lol looks like you just talk a lot of smack. Ss could you refresh us with that 40 inch mount again!

I will wait until the season is almost
Over and all the numbers are in with no 39-40’s just to rub it in 🤣
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 07, 2019, 07:42 PM
Exactly what I would expect someone who hasn't fished Noneya to say!  Speaking of LG why are you not bass fishing it...lake's more open than Paris Hilton on any given Friday night....

Ooo I know I could... and I have had those trips planned but I either had to cancel them due to wind or colder temps. It’s a 15 mile run to my smallie stuff. Not really urging to do that yet.

I haven’t been out because... of.... family. Every weekend is something. I’ll find a way of LG freezes... or make a trip to paradox for a jumbo pike.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 07, 2019, 08:00 PM
Lol yeah I hope I catch a nice one this year, I really want to see Rowan catch a laker. He had one at the hole but lost it. He’s still learning how to keep that line tight when the fish is at the hole so it can’t shake the hook before we get some hands on it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 07, 2019, 08:19 PM
Lol yeah I hope I catch a nice one this year, I really want to see Rowan catch a laker. He had one at the hole but lost it. He’s still learning how to keep that line tight when the fish is at the hole so it can’t shake the hook before we get some hands on it.


Lakers are like snakes at the hole. Those darn things. I see how they can be tricky for sure with a child learning. He will get one...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 07, 2019, 09:23 PM
I dont blame you at all.

Unrelated note but did anyone find out what caused that fire?
A friend is one of the fire inspectors, old wire caught between 2 settling beams wore out the wire.  Just one of those things with a very old building.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 07, 2019, 09:36 PM
A friend is one of the fire inspectors, old wire caught between 2 settling beams wore out the wire.  Just one of those things with a very old building.

Very sad
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 09, 2019, 05:53 PM
Didn't mention this before and hope everyone has a good time. I'm passing on Lakers this weekend for other waters.

So here goes
Last weekend,  4 full 1 lbs propane tanks  were no more in the bed of my truck when I came off the ice.

No rantings or condolences needed just
Be aware,  azzholes are everywhere
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 09, 2019, 06:28 PM
Number 27
(https://i.postimg.cc/gr1V79gs/3-A1-DDF7-E-110-C-4-E2-A-9-EF8-E7-F6-C2-EE1-A73.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gr1V79gs)
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2019, 06:35 PM
Nice dark one!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 09, 2019, 07:59 PM
Dark ones are plentiful this year.

(https://i.postimg.cc/ykq813Z5/Screenshot-20190105-114923-Messages.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykq813Z5)


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2019, 07:11 AM
Didn't mention this before and hope everyone has a good time. I'm passing on Lakers this weekend for other waters.

So here goes
Last weekend,  4 full 1 lbs propane tanks  were no more in the bed of my truck when I came off the ice.

No rantings or condolences needed just
Be aware,  azzholes are everywhere

Sorry to hear about the propane.  Good luck this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 10, 2019, 07:43 AM
We interrupt the regularly scheduled banter to bring you a laker over 20"

(https://i.postimg.cc/sB7gCczB/20180801-110817.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sB7gCczB)

KA-POW!!!! That was a good one Stevo! Always the Surprise Potential from the Big Res! 😃

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 10, 2019, 08:12 AM
We interrupt the regularly scheduled banter to bring you a laker over 20"


  What was that one like 23"?    @)
Great fish.... :clap:
KA-POW!!!! That was a good one Stevo! Always the Surprise Potential from the Big Res! 😃

  Hey Mike. Hope all is well....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2019, 08:15 AM
KA-POW!!!! That was a good one Stevo! Always the Surprise Potential from the Big Res! 😃

Look who's back finally! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 10, 2019, 08:56 AM
Hi Guys,  hope everyone is healthy and well! Late to the party this year but will make up for the lost time! Will FINALLY get out on the ice somewhere next weekend!
Good luck this season Men! 😃

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 10, 2019, 09:13 AM
Number 27
(https://i.postimg.cc/gr1V79gs/3-A1-DDF7-E-110-C-4-E2-A-9-EF8-E7-F6-C2-EE1-A73.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gr1V79gs)

Good number seeing how slow its been the last week or 2. I'm up to 17 so far. I'm hoping to increase that number this weekend hopefully by alot  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2019, 09:16 AM
Good number seeing how slow its been the last week or 2. I'm up to 17 so far. I'm hoping to increase that number this weekend hopefully by alot  ;)

Only 30 to catch up.  Call me tonight to discuss the game plan.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 10, 2019, 11:48 AM
Only 30 to catch up.  Call me tonight to discuss the game plan.
I thought Shawn would have over 27 with all the ice time he's got.  I'm at 21.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 10, 2019, 12:18 PM
been out 6x im at 32 for the season
hopefully this weekend there very hungry
cause im sure LG will be ready in another week or so
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2019, 01:02 PM
I thought Shawn would have over 27 with all the ice time he's got.  I'm at 21.

Weak hook set.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 10, 2019, 03:23 PM
geeez thanks bill maybe I need a new hobby haha and I’m at 28 now 😈 hope to see ya this weekend  nice #s Mikey I think everyone’s anxious to fish that OTHER lake 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Except Iowa he’s content with schroon all year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 10, 2019, 03:43 PM
it may be time to bring the pick up out there and leave the quad home
either way ill be out , i got back to back 3day weekends so i hope to add many , many more to my total
weather looks great calm and cold🌬🌬🌬🌬🌬🌬🌬🌬
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hitnspit on Jan 10, 2019, 04:11 PM
Hey guys! What are we looking like for ice on the northern end? figured I would reach out before my 2 1/2 hour drive. Thank you
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2019, 04:13 PM
geeez thanks bill maybe I need a new hobby haha and I’m at 28 now 😈 hope to see ya this weekend  nice #s Mikey I think everyone’s anxious to fish that OTHER lake 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Except Low he’s content with schroon all year

I'm content doing a lot of things including what I mentioned previously...If champlain froze in the right spots I'd never ice fish schroon or LG ever.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 10, 2019, 05:26 PM
Hey guys! What are we looking like for ice on the northern end? figured I would reach out before my 2 1/2 hour drive. Thank you
Bring the atv
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 10, 2019, 09:43 PM
Hey guys! What are we looking like for ice on the northern end? figured I would reach out before my 2 1/2 hour drive. Thank you

No problem.  I was out Monday and Tuesday and used the quad down to the narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2019, 01:34 PM
Guys were fishing off Eagle Point today, and gate is open.  South basin now looks frozen, but I couldn't see way out off Adirondack.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 13, 2019, 06:15 AM
Any idea if you can pitch your shelter at the campgrounds overnight? The parks are closed during winter but it’s unclear whether people can still use them
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 13, 2019, 06:22 AM
Camping in a closed for season camping park is illegal .Short answer is no
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frozen nostrils on Jan 13, 2019, 07:01 AM
 DerekF_17...  I have researched this also.  This past year I was at Rogers Rock campground with the boat and got talking to the LGPC people at the boat wash.  The gentleman stated that when the Park is closed the rules of camping on state land take over.  The park is only closed to making reservations since you can still access the boat launch and the hiking trails.  The park will NOT have running water, bathrooms or showers. I have not found full clarification on this and will most likely end up contacting the local Forest Ranger or NYSDEC since I couldn't find anything on the website.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 13, 2019, 08:20 AM
I also asked a forest ranger.  Since it is a designated park campground,  it is not the same as state forest land.
Gove it a try if you want but don't be suprised if you end up getting told to leave
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 13, 2019, 09:32 AM
Why not just camp on the ice ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 13, 2019, 01:19 PM
I’d probably keep the shelter on the ice. But would want to leave the car there overnight. If possible. Thanks for the info guys
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 13, 2019, 01:20 PM
FYI sharing a post about George:

As of today there is skim ice:
-Village area to about Tea Island, some small open spots...main lake wide open north from there
-Basin Bay about 3/4, open NE corner to main lake
-Huddle frozen to the islands, no bubblers at town dock yet, ice looked better than the Village
-Sawmill frozen out just past Green Island
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jig 4 fish on Jan 14, 2019, 08:20 AM
I have heard the same as frozen nostrils. Can camp but no bathrooms or water or power
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 14, 2019, 09:03 AM
I camp in a air bnb or hotel when I am up that way. I've spent many sleepless nights in my shanty In a 0 degree bag.  That's  not for the faint of heart. 

More gold:

27 and 30" respectively.



(https://i.postimg.cc/zHNPTbSf/20190113-090325.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHNPTbSf)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Pvw747t4/15474844365843095109009045127363-7346981121827.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Pvw747t4)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 14, 2019, 01:57 PM
great calm cold weather all weekend
too bad i couldnt get a consistent bite going
i landed 11 lakers in two days from 13-21inches
all in 40-60 feet
all on the jig
once again tip ups were useless as i only had one flag in two days and lost the fish after a 10second fight
didnt feel like much either
oh well theres always next week to try and cash in on some schroon gold

season total at 43
good luck out there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 14, 2019, 02:12 PM
Nice lakers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 14, 2019, 04:41 PM
great calm cold weather all weekend
too bad i couldnt get a consistent bite going
i landed 11 lakers in two days from 13-21inches
all in 40-60 feet
all on the jig
once again tip ups were useless as i only
had one flag in two days and lost the fish after a 10second fight
didnt feel like much either
oh well theres always next week to try and cash in on some schroon gold

season total at 43
good luck out there
No shame in that good weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Jan 14, 2019, 04:49 PM
I have never got a 30 out of schroon.good job
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 14, 2019, 05:02 PM
It’s a shame you guys can’t Cleary see Iowa posts pictures of rubber fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 14, 2019, 05:03 PM
Thank gosh Lake George is frozen.
Nice fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 14, 2019, 07:05 PM
Not safe yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 14, 2019, 08:02 PM
Nice lakers Iowa.   I’ll be up the next 2 days chasing them.   Last week the best we got was 24”. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Muskytracker on Jan 14, 2019, 08:39 PM
If someone finds a brand new spud bar on the ice I’d love to know. Somewhere between the island and boat ramp. I don’t want it back, it’s all yours! but I’d like to know if my friends are full of s*#% or not because I’m pretty sure one of them accidentally sent it down a hole and is trying to say we left it out there yesterday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2019, 05:16 AM
Nice lakers Iowa.   I’ll be up the next 2 days chasing them.   Last week the best we got was 24”.

Good luck. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Jan 15, 2019, 03:47 PM
Any reports on ice off eagle point? was told the gate was open??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 15, 2019, 04:12 PM
Any reports on ice off eagle point? was told the gate was open??
Check reports and conditions page
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 16, 2019, 04:45 AM
Check reports and conditions page
Nothing there Shawn.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 22, 2019, 10:55 AM
 How Much Snow did you guys get on Schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 10:59 AM
How Much Snow did you guys get on Schroon

Too much.  16 or so on the lake this am. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wind Flag on Jan 22, 2019, 01:19 PM
Is there any public access to the deep water at the southern end of the lake? Anywhere in Adirondack? Or is maybe Taylor Point open for access?

I can sometimes get ahold of a four wheeler, but not all the time. The mile plus walk from Eagle Point is possible but I'd rather not make a habit out of it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2019, 01:25 PM
Lol sleds only about 16” of snow on ice and eagle is not plowed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wind Flag on Jan 22, 2019, 01:57 PM
I'm familiar with how much snow fell. Got an answer to the question?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 02:10 PM
I'm familiar with how much snow fell. Got an answer to the question?

He's probably too tired from slaying them.  Eagle is the access. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2019, 02:51 PM
Since your familiar with how much snow fell why don’t you get familiar with your drivers seat and go look for yourself
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wind Flag on Jan 22, 2019, 03:17 PM
Since your familiar with how much snow fell why don’t you get familiar with your drivers seat and go look for yourself
Because a two hour round trip in the dark just to drive through seems a bit excessive when there is an entire ice fishing based message board that was designed to share information. I was able to get a timely and useful response, like I expected. Don't worry, I won't steal your secret spot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Wind Flag on Jan 22, 2019, 03:18 PM
He's probably too tired from slaying them.  Eagle is the access.
Thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 05:13 PM
Thank you.

You're welcome but I can tell ya 'rufi has no spots to steal and if he did they'd be too long of a drag based on what you said. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2019, 05:19 PM
Been killing copper pimples 3-5’ off bottom
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 05:23 PM
Been killing copper pimples 3-5’ off bottom

Lucky the troopers didn't get you today!  Anyone know what they were looking for? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 22, 2019, 05:51 PM
Come on , stop giving all the secrets away.  We all know the fish swam downstream to lake George.
I'm only a weekend warrior but play hard.
Coming up on week 8 on 2018-19 ice season.
Sure  miss these conditions from last Saturday ( not schroon)  and got a feeling its gonna be a long hard drag from here until March.

(https://i.postimg.cc/0zhxLjg4/20190119-143041.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zhxLjg4)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 05:54 PM
Looks good RJ...I hear a faint noise off in this distance...choo choo...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 22, 2019, 06:01 PM
We've added this to our arsenal last season incase the wheeler don't cut things.  Look out cruel world.

(https://i.postimg.cc/z3wwd2Hm/20180120-161835.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wwd2Hm)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2019, 06:04 PM
Lookin good n ready to rip lips
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 22, 2019, 06:14 PM
The last time I've spent a weekend home from spending time in the woods or on the ice with my family and friends was October 6th.
If I'm not outdoors,  I'm not right.
Helping my son getting another deer of his lifetime at our hunting camp.

(https://i.postimg.cc/RqC1DQ7N/Screenshot-20190122-191328-Gallery.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RqC1DQ7N)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 22, 2019, 06:22 PM
2017 was an 8, in this picture.  2018 above is a 10 . We've seen a 12 and a few other nice 8' this season.  He's done with nowhere else to go up,it's the grandkids turn now,  lol.
They are already good fishers 😀


(https://i.postimg.cc/YLgt3mCk/20171117-145521.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YLgt3mCk)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2019, 06:31 PM
Damn I need to learn to hunt...I've always been worried it would cut into my fishing time.  I'm impressed RJ nice shots, pun intended.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 22, 2019, 07:37 PM
Nice bucks Tuna.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 22, 2019, 07:48 PM
All about teaching the kids about the better things in life like outdoors.
In turn they teach their children.

(https://i.postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp/20180210-121410.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tjk3rd on Jan 22, 2019, 09:22 PM
All about teaching the kids about the better things in life like outdoors.
In turn they teach their children.

(https://i.postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp/20180210-121410.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp)
Great photo!  Truly what it is all about.  I'm 62 and I took my boys fishing and hunting whenever I could when they were young.  I now have partners in the outdoors forever and can't wait to start the grandkids!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 23, 2019, 06:23 AM
All about teaching the kids about the better things in life like outdoors.
In turn they teach their children.

(https://i.postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp/20180210-121410.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHqtfVPp)

Great photo. I started both my boys around 9 months.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 23, 2019, 12:48 PM
Damn I need to learn to hunt...I've always been worried it would cut into my fishing time.  I'm impressed RJ nice shots, pun intended.

Jon, I'd like to learn as well.  I've got some gear.  Picked up a bow and got the clothes to do it.  I've been out a couple of times and spooked a few deer but between fishing and the hip issue I haven't been able to get out much.  Have a few buddies that hunt but they already have their circle of hunting guys so all I know is what I've read.  Let me know if you get into it.  There's some good spots right around you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 25, 2019, 05:53 AM
Looking for conditions on ice for walking trying to head up tomorrow morning wanted to know what to expect
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 25, 2019, 07:52 AM
Jon, I'd like to learn as well.  I've got some gear.  Picked up a bow and got the clothes to do it.  I've been out a couple of times and spooked a few deer but between fishing and the hip issue I haven't been able to get out much.  Have a few buddies that hunt but they already have their circle of hunting guys so all I know is what I've read.  Let me know if you get into it.  There's some good spots right around you.

Definitely not as much fun as jigging lakers  ….  I did however choose deer hunting over early ice around Thanksgiving  ;D

Not that much too it. Practice shooting, scout out your areas and find trails and keep the wind in your face. I have stands in different areas and choose where I sit each day based on the wind direction.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 25, 2019, 08:46 AM
I took up ice fishing 15 years ago to help pass the winter and then spring and summer trout fishing until archery season rolled back around! That being said, if I could do only one thing, hands down it would be hunting Elk!  Those who do, know what I mean! Plus, they are DELICIOUS! 😃
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 25, 2019, 09:52 AM
That being said, if I could do only one thing, hands down it would be hunting Elk!  Those who do, know what I mean! Plus, they are DELICIOUS! 😃

Oh man those elk steaks you gave me at Hearthstone one time.  It was the best game meat I've ever had hands down ;D  I have hunted whitetails in NY since I was 14 but I am seriously considering an elk hunt out west in the next 3 or 4 years just to do that at least once.  Something I have always dreamed of. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 25, 2019, 10:35 AM
Haha, glad you enjoyed them John!
Had to take a break last year as I blew my wad setting up the salmon boat but if you’re seriously thinking ahead, apply for an elk pref point for CO. You have until April 1st and it greatly increases your chances for the better units.  Obviously, the more points you accumulate, the better your odds for them Elk Steaks!! Pref points are $50 each which isn’t horrible. Archery is mostly OTC but for MZ you usually need 2-3 points and for rifle, it depends more on the unit you want to hunt but I have often drawn a first rifle season tag with one point.
Anyway, sorry to distract from Ice talk, but it’s Elk! 😆
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: slipbob on Jan 25, 2019, 10:44 AM
Haha, glad you enjoyed them John!
Had to take a break last year as I blew my wad setting up the salmon boat but if you’re seriously thinking ahead, apply for an elk pref point for CO. You have until April 1st and it greatly increases your chances for the better units.  Obviously, the more points you accumulate, the better your odds for them Elk Steaks!! Pref points are $50 each which isn’t horrible. Archery is mostly OTC but for MZ you usually need 2-3 points and for rifle, it depends more on the unit you want to hunt but I have often drawn a first rifle season tag with one point.
Anyway, sorry to distract from Ice talk, but it’s Elk! 😆

Thanks Mike. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 25, 2019, 11:09 AM
Haha, glad you enjoyed them John!
Had to take a break last year as I blew my wad setting up the salmon boat but if you’re seriously thinking ahead, apply for an elk pref point for CO. You have until April 1st and it greatly increases your chances for the better units.  Obviously, the more points you accumulate, the better your odds for them Elk Steaks!! Pref points are $50 each which isn’t horrible. Archery is mostly OTC but for MZ you usually need 2-3 points and for rifle, it depends more on the unit you want to hunt but I have often drawn a first rifle season tag with one point.
Anyway, sorry to distract from Ice talk, but it’s Elk! 😆
Please Mike, back to Laker taking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JAGER61 on Jan 25, 2019, 11:25 AM
Please Mike, back to Laker taking.

I am, I am!

Hey, is that a bugle I hear in the background? 🤪
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Jan 25, 2019, 12:38 PM
hows the snow, atv  go  ok, and can we still get on from top lot at the narrows ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Jan 25, 2019, 06:50 PM
Coming up in the morning can anyone tell me how the shore is at the boat launch in town? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 25, 2019, 07:53 PM
Please Mike, back to Laker taking.

Speaking of Laker talking, you catching Bill? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 25, 2019, 08:31 PM
We got skunked last Friday.  Gonna fish Sunday.  Work is always getting in the way.  8 months till retirement.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkRoy on Jan 25, 2019, 09:15 PM
8 months till retirement.

Lucky!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2019, 02:21 AM
We got skunked last Friday.  Gonna fish Sunday.  Work is always getting in the way.  8 months till retirement.

That's exciting.  Shoot me a text Sunday we'll trade notes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Jan 26, 2019, 06:51 AM
That's exciting.  Shoot me a text Sunday we'll trade notes.
Will do. You fishing with Shawn?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Justinrc21 on Jan 26, 2019, 03:33 PM
Never been on the ice at Schroon, but I'm making a trip up that way Monday Tuesday. Would love to get into some lakers. Any advice for a first timer on schroon? Would I have a better chance getting a laker on my hook on schroon or lake George? Appreciate the help in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2019, 05:23 PM
Will do. You fishing with Shawn?

Maybe.  Did this afternoon for a bit.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Jan 26, 2019, 05:31 PM
Never been on the ice at Schroon, but I'm making a trip up that way Monday Tuesday. Would love to get into some lakers. Any advice for a first timer on schroon? Would I have a better chance getting a laker on my hook on schroon or lake George? Appreciate the help in advance.
My advice would be to read some of the 74 pages of Schroon Lake gold that occurred on this thread before your post. Lots of good information, maybe too much. Just don't focus on fishing too deep and if you're not marking fish move
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 26, 2019, 05:45 PM
Never been on the ice at Schroon, but I'm making a trip up that way Monday Tuesday. Would love to get into some lakers. Any advice for a first timer on schroon? Would I have a better chance getting a laker on my hook on schroon or lake George? Appreciate the help in advance.
Any public access on schroon should be fine. Advice there, downsize.
Second answer is:
Lake George
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Justinrc21 on Jan 29, 2019, 08:37 PM
Hot Tuna and FishnChef 

Thanks for the input. There’s certainly a bunch of info on these 74 pages and I’m absolutely soaking it up. I did decide on LG and fished it the last two days. The bite was pretty weak so maybe I’ll head to Schroon next. Thanks again!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 29, 2019, 08:49 PM
Bring a strong heart and lungs. Its piling up for a drag.
Machines are now welcomed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 04, 2019, 03:48 PM
whats up guys. i will be making my annual schroon lake trip feb 15 -19. and was wondering how the ice is
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 04, 2019, 03:50 PM
whats up guys. i will be making my annual schroon lake trip feb 15 -19. and was wondering how the ice is

Ice is thick . Snow was deep , snowmobiles were annoying
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 04, 2019, 03:57 PM
only good thing about the sleds is they make us walkers a trail. maybe the warm weather will melt some off before i get there. ive only fished off the launch in town and was wondering if the fishing is better at other end of lake and is there a easy place to get on. lol

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 04, 2019, 06:56 PM
only good thing about the sleds is they make us walkers a trail. maybe the warm weather will melt some off before i get there. ive only fished off the launch in town and was wondering if the fishing is better at other end of lake and is there a easy place to get on. lol

Sleds buzzing on a trail thru sets because that's where the others went are annoying.  Not easier for the fisher.
Fishing wasn't any different north , middle or south.
Access middle or south is a hill unless on east side.
Snow sucked on a drag. Its definitely machine time until the shorelines start to give way , then please leave the home
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Feb 04, 2019, 10:36 PM
 ;D  sleds vrs tip ups . . 🤣 . .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Feb 06, 2019, 06:01 AM
Is the ice thick enough to drive trucks on at Schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 06, 2019, 06:03 AM
There was 16" ice where I was Saturday on schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 06, 2019, 06:07 AM
drove on the ice 3 weeks ago
its def truck safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 06, 2019, 12:33 PM
19" thick by the boat launch yesterday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Bassmaster16 on Feb 06, 2019, 08:04 PM
I just got into the laker fishing at the end of last ice season. been out on george 2x now and had banner days. My wife is hooked on it too now. Want to try out schroon and was wondering if the north basin or south basin is better for lakers. been studying the map and got a couple spots picked out. I have also heard and read that downsizing is important in schroon. Was wondering a good depth to target too. Any help appreciated. Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Feb 07, 2019, 08:42 AM
I just got into the laker fishing at the end of last ice season. been out on george 2x now and had banner days. My wife is hooked on it too now. Want to try out schroon and was wondering if the north basin or south basin is better for lakers. been studying the map and got a couple spots picked out. I have also heard and read that downsizing is important in schroon. Was wondering a good depth to target too. Any help appreciated. Thanks

I have caught most of my lakers at schroon in 40-60ft
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2019, 08:43 AM
I have caught most of my lakers at schroon in 40-60ft

Ya would you go there to jig Lakers over LG?  I know the answer!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 07, 2019, 10:26 AM
Ya would you go there to jig Lakers over LG?  I know the answer!

I would and did .
To me I'd rather be in the free outdoors than in the park zoo
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Feb 07, 2019, 11:17 AM
Ya would you go there to jig Lakers over LG?  I know the answer!

No way in hell would I pick schroon over LG
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2019, 03:18 PM
I would and did .
To me I'd rather be in the free outdoors than in the park zoo

Nothing free and outdoorsy about the snow mobiles you mentioned. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 07, 2019, 05:58 PM
They are just a PIA, come and go quickly.
For me , its like going to the salmon river in peak time to secure your spot  or go to the other less popular places instead.
Granted,  apple's to oranges compared but a tug is still a drug.
I prefer the off and beaten path.
Last Saturday,  there was not a car in the lot because they all packed the circus tent.
I get it , but I'm over the o dark thirty stuff
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Buckmaster7600 on Feb 07, 2019, 06:11 PM
I would and did .
To me I'd rather be in the free outdoors than in the park zoo

I’ve fished lake George for the last 4 days and haven’t saw another person on the ice. With a little research there are plenty of places to fish LG without any crowds.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 07, 2019, 06:22 PM
Not saying that's not true.
It's the exception to the rule though.
Come a month from now I will  probably switch places
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Buckmaster7600 on Feb 07, 2019, 06:52 PM
I don’t think it’s an exception at all, but you can’t go to the 3 or 4 most talked about and accessible areas on the lake and expect privacy.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 07, 2019, 07:55 PM
You can go to the public access and join the circus.  I don't have private access.

Even then,  you can treak to those not so public areas only to find others that do the same, be it private or public.
I've never found a place on lake George where Ive had solitude.
Agreed that is a figure of interpretation.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Buckmaster7600 on Feb 07, 2019, 08:39 PM
I Don’t have private access anywhere on the lake. Just have put in time finding tucked away less known spots and don’t put them out on the internet.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Feb 08, 2019, 11:49 AM
Any word on how the edges are at the Town launch Schroon Lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 08, 2019, 12:06 PM
I Don’t have private access anywhere on the lake. Just have put in time finding tucked away less known spots and don’t put them out on the internet.

It's easy to find those spots.  Just drive around the lake 1x during the day on a Saturday.  Even so I fish the zoo spots...I catch just fine. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 08, 2019, 12:19 PM
For size lg for numbers tho 🧐
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 08, 2019, 01:03 PM
For size lg for numbers tho 🧐

Shhhh.   there's people that still think 10 lakers is an impossible number on schroon.  ::) ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 08, 2019, 01:41 PM
Shhhh.   there's people that still think 10 lakers is an impossible number on schroon.  ::) ::)

For garufi it is impossible hahaha.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 08, 2019, 01:51 PM
For garufi it is impossible hahaha.

ouch! :pinch: :pinch: :pinch:   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 08, 2019, 02:00 PM
Wowwwwwww I won’t speak on that
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Feb 08, 2019, 02:08 PM
Wowwwwwww I won’t speak on that

https://youtu.be/Rk81yzaurGw (https://youtu.be/Rk81yzaurGw)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Feb 08, 2019, 02:31 PM
https://youtu.be/Rk81yzaurGw (https://youtu.be/Rk81yzaurGw)
LMFAOOO 🐀
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 08, 2019, 02:33 PM
ouch! :pinch: :pinch: :pinch:   

What was the score that day 40 plus vs 6 haha!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Feb 10, 2019, 04:08 AM
Heading up Friday for my first trip to Schroon. Psyched.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 10, 2019, 06:45 AM
i will also be fishing schroon this coming weekend!! good luck to u sir!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 10, 2019, 07:51 AM
I will be there Friday thru Sunday  but may fish lake George also
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 10, 2019, 08:25 AM
looking forward to cashing in on some schroon gold this weekend myself
havent fished it in a few weeks been pounding LG
ive had good numbers this season on schroon so i hope it continues
im leaving the quads home and its 4x4 time

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 10, 2019, 11:04 AM
big mike i will be trying to fish lg this weekend on friday and saturday. ive never fished it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 10, 2019, 12:46 PM
 I've only fished it twice myself last Saturday 4 lakers 22 to 26 inches on tipups yesterday nothing but wind. Going to fish Lake George Friday on the way up to Schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 13, 2019, 09:58 AM
Thanks in advance, how much snow did Schroon get heading up for the weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 13, 2019, 10:19 AM
schroon got like 8-10 inches
should be fine for ice travel with a quad or pickup by friday
suns out and should flatten out
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 13, 2019, 10:30 AM
Thanks again Friday can't come soon enough
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 13, 2019, 10:36 AM
good luck
ill be on schroon for 3 -4 days straight
😎😎😎😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikekiller on Feb 13, 2019, 09:11 PM
Never fished in the Adirondacks, but I'd love to try Schroon next week.  Only info I have is three boat launches on the DEC map.  Are any of them plowed in winter?  Any other public parking available?  Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Feb 14, 2019, 09:25 AM
Never fished in the Adirondacks, but I'd love to try Schroon next week.  Only info I have is three boat launches on the DEC map.  Are any of them plowed in winter?  Any other public parking available?  Thanks in advance.

Use the north boat ramp in town the one in the south end of the lake is where the river runs out of the lake lots of currents there I don't it's a safe place to access the lake. I never hear about people using it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 14, 2019, 09:37 AM
Use the north boat ramp in town the one in the south end of the lake is where the river runs out of the lake lots of currents there I don't it's a safe place to access the lake. I never hear about people using it

Correct,  do not access from the south ramp in Horicon.

The north launch is by far the easiest
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: shoey19663 on Feb 14, 2019, 04:55 PM
good info on the Launch, thanks.
heading up to Schroon tomorrow for the weekend, first time up that way. Hoping to catch some Lakers and anything else that grabs my hooks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 14, 2019, 05:33 PM
Bring a strong back,  legs, and arms.
A young kid works too.
Gotta think from last week,  20 plus ice, usual pressure ridges, plenty sleds getting their day .
Yes its machine time in all aspects, just please be respectful and responsible.

In 3 weeks, well,  again be respectful because conditions will be different.
I'll probably be walking to protect the shoreline
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikekiller on Feb 15, 2019, 03:05 PM
Thanks for the info!  Heading up on the morning.  Never tried to catch a trout through ice.  If I find even one, I’ll consider it a highly successful trip.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Feb 16, 2019, 07:48 AM
Bummed out had to change our weekend trip till next week good luck to everyone else
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 18, 2019, 01:34 PM
fished schroon friday ,saturday,sunday and a few hrs monday morning
great weather , great fishing
friday in the light drizzle we had a few moments of feeding lakers where we landed 10 but no big ones
all from 12-21 inches
saturday was a little breezy but still a nice day on the water
we moved to a new area and had steady life all day
we ended up with 15 lakers to 23inches
sunday was not only gorgeous weather but we had em dialed in all morning crushing em with a few doubles on at once and better quality
we ended the day with over 30 lakers to 28inches
all jigging done in 40-50 feet
monday morning we only fished 3 hrs in the snow and jigged a half dozen to 24inches
ice was like 2 feet thick and easy truck access
will be back for the tournament in two weeks
good luck and catch em up 🐟🐟🐟🐟
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 18, 2019, 04:23 PM
fished schroon friday ,saturday,sunday and a few hrs monday morning
great weather , great fishing
friday in the light drizzle we had a few moments of feeding lakers where we landed 10 but no big ones
all from 12-21 inches
saturday was a little breezy but still a nice day on the water
we moved to a new area and had steady life all day
we ended up with 15 lakers to 23inches
sunday was not only gorgeous weather but we had em dialed in all morning crushing em with a few doubles on at once and better quality
we ended the day with over 30 lakers to 28inches
all jigging done in 40-50 feet
monday morning we only fished 3 hrs in the snow and jigged a half dozen to 24inches
ice was like 2 feet thick and easy truck access
will be back for the tournament in two weeks
good luck and catch em up 🐟🐟🐟🐟

Only thing wrong with that post is it doesn’t include a report for Tuesday 😎.  Awesome trip and great report
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icehouserlt on Feb 18, 2019, 09:36 PM
fished schroon sunday afternoon with no luck fish monday in the snow all day got 1 19 incher and lost 1. where were u fishing mikey ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Feb 28, 2019, 08:46 PM
Anyone have recent ice thickness for north/south end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2019, 04:30 AM
plenty
lol
there was 25 plus earlier this week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icebuck on Mar 01, 2019, 08:00 AM
How much snow is on the ice up there? Planning to fish the tourney Saturday morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2019, 08:52 AM
like 5-6 inches of fluffy snow
the suns out and it should pack down just fine by morning
even now its very passible by truck or atv
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icebuck on Mar 01, 2019, 09:05 AM
Thanks Mikey, looking forward to fishing tomorrow, if only for a few hours, to support the club.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 01, 2019, 09:27 AM
Just seen a nice pike on fb out of the lake . Almost 40
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 01, 2019, 10:19 AM
Is there safe ice on the narrows to drive a truck? Just curious thank you
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 01, 2019, 10:21 AM
i was by the narrows presidents weekend with the truck and had no issues
the temps have been frigid so im sure theres even more ice now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 04, 2019, 12:07 AM
Some whopper pike taken this weekend!  2 at 43" My buddys son ended up taking 1st in lake trout.  7.3 lbs
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 04, 2019, 11:59 AM
Some whopper pike taken this weekend!  2 at 43" My buddys son ended up taking 1st in lake trout.  7.3 lbs

I saw the 43” pike from yesterday that was 21.89lbs... have a pic of the other one?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 04, 2019, 12:30 PM
fished all day saturday , what a great weather and fishing day it was
i landed 16 lakers to 24inches and lost just as many if not more
they were on the feed for sure, no derby contenders for me this year , but another solid outting for sure
all jigging done in 40-50 feet
will def be back next weekend to cash in on more schroon gold
good luck out there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 04, 2019, 01:34 PM
I saw the 43” pike from yesterday that was 21.89lbs... have a pic of the other one?


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2019, 01:37 PM
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Bassmaster16 on Mar 04, 2019, 03:25 PM
Fished Schroon for the first time ever this past saturday. Fishing was steady. The lakers in there sure are fun. Managed 9 lakers from 13 to 19 inches. from 40 to 60 fow. anything deeper was dead. Definitely will be making a return trip again.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishy1 on Mar 04, 2019, 06:23 PM
we must have been in the wrong spot then we fished the derby 2 days in a row with over 50 tip ups and jigging and landed 5 little lakers 13 inches to 21 inches and everyone near us and there was plenty caught 0. most  didnt even get a flag. im not being negative but schroon seems to lack quality lakers and salmon and quantity. some big pike in there though . i think there was only 10 legal fish weighed in the 2 day derbie. love the color of the lakers . we had lots of fun and will probably fish it again next year
congratulations to all winners you earned it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 04, 2019, 06:27 PM
we must have been in the wrong spot then we fished the derby 2 days in a row with over 50 tip ups and jigging and landed 5 little lakers 13 inches to 21 inches and everyone near us and there was plenty caught 0. most  didnt even get a flag. im not being negative but schroon seems to lack quality lakers and salmon and quantity. some big pike in there though . i think there was only 10 legal fish weighed in the 2 day derbie. love the color of the lakers . we had lots of fun and will probably fish it again next year
congratulations to all winners you earned it.

There are very high quality pike, Largemouth bass and smallmouth bass in schroon... As far as the laker and salmon population, I agree with you. Quality is not there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 04, 2019, 06:56 PM
we must have been in the wrong spot then we fished the derby 2 days in a row with over 50 tip ups and jigging and landed 5 little lakers 13 inches to 21 inches and everyone near us and there was plenty caught 0. most  didnt even get a flag. im not being negative but schroon seems to lack quality lakers and salmon and quantity. some big pike in there though . i think there was only 10 legal fish weighed in the 2 day derbie. love the color of the lakers . we had lots of fun and will probably fish it again next year
congratulations to all winners you earned it.

Right there with you. Frustrating weekend for sure. 2 full days and only 9 small Lakers caught  between 2 guys the first day and 4 the second day. We moved all over after giving up on our morning spots both days. Hardly marking any fish on the flashers. Fish anywhere from 25-90 fow. Tip ups for the first year fishing this derby outfished jigging. On a positive note I was glad to take home the vexlar from the raffle.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Mar 04, 2019, 07:08 PM
we must have been in the wrong spot then we fished the derby 2 days in a row with over 50 tip ups and jigging and landed 5 little lakers 13 inches to 21 inches and everyone near us and there was plenty caught 0. most  didnt even get a flag. im not being negative but schroon seems to lack quality lakers and salmon and quantity. some big pike in there though . i think there was only 10 legal fish weighed in the 2 day derbie. love the color of the lakers . we had lots of fun and will probably fish it again next year
congratulations to all winners you earned it.
I Agree with you about quality and size of the lake trout. Most of the time your catching small 15-20 inch fish which are fun, but there are definitely some big boys few and far between. As far as quantity though, I think Schroon is loaded with them. Ive found that location will make or break a day of jigging up there though. Ive definitely had worse days than some, constantly having to move spots just to find bait and mark any fish at all. But there are also days where theres 4 or 5 fish chasing your bait on the screen all day. Can be a tricky lake to fish, always downsizing to get a bite.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2019, 07:19 PM
Check out the bay below Eagle Point in November during spawning season.  The numbers and size of the Lake Trout will amaze you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 04, 2019, 07:25 PM
Check out the bay below Eagle Point in November during spawning season.  The numbers and size of the Lake Trout will amaze you.

Shush...

Lake George is where it's at.. just keep telling people that..
I like peaceful solutions.
Now that the derby is over,  I hope LG stays solid until April. 😉
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 04, 2019, 07:43 PM
Shush...

Lake George is where it's at.. just keep telling people that..
I like peaceful solutions.
Now that the derby is over,  I hope LG stays solid until April. 😉
Yeah, I was just kidding  ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 05, 2019, 04:54 AM
Shush...

Lake George is where it's at.. just keep telling people that..
I like peaceful solutions.
Now that the derby is over,  I hope LG stays solid until April. 😉


Lake George can be peaceful....   I’ve fished it every weekend since it froze and I’ve never had anyone fishing within a quarter mile of me.  All it takes is a mile hike in the morning 😎

As far as the laker fishing I think Lake George has a bit of an edge
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Mar 05, 2019, 07:14 AM
Tough weekend this year. My father and I fished hard from 6 to 6 both Saturday and Sunday and no fish. Saturday we were off fowler and fished tip ups from 40 fow to 90 fow and nothing. Next day we went straight across off fowler to other side by a red cabin and again nada. Marked a ton of bait, jigged a ton and nothing. Very strange year but nonetheless great weather and time fishing in Adirondacks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 05, 2019, 08:20 AM

Lake George can be peaceful....   I’ve fished it every weekend since it froze and I’ve never had anyone fishing within a quarter mile of me.  All it takes is a mile hike in the morning 😎

As far as the laker fishing I think Lake George has a bit of an edge

Champlain is even more peaceful.  Saturday and Sunday I couldnt see anyone on the ice but bigred and fontana.  For MILES! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 05, 2019, 10:43 AM
Champlain is even more peaceful.  Saturday and Sunday I couldnt see anyone on the ice but bigred and fontana.  For MILES!

Any fish in that pond to the north Jon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hardwaternubie53 on Mar 05, 2019, 11:05 AM
I was on Schroon on 2/23. My first time getting anything, second time on this lake. Fished shallow water with tip-ups and jigging. Got nothing jigging. Limited out in 4 hours with tip-ups. NICE big lakers. Was fishing with four friends. Three fished deep, two (including me) fished shallow. We took home a total, live weight, of just under 90 lbs. All we caught were lakers. And it was a beautiful day.  Sometimes you are the baseball, sometimes you are the bat! That's fishing, that's life.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 06, 2019, 07:02 PM
Any fish in that pond to the north Jon?

Tons marked nothing raised yet Bill.  That is subject to change!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 06, 2019, 07:26 PM
Set traps.
We've done well with multi species on them ourselves if not dedicated to a video screen
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 06, 2019, 07:41 PM
Tons marked nothing raised yet Bill.  That is subject to change!
Good luck, things slow on LG last weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 07, 2019, 02:08 AM
Set traps.
We've done well with multi species on them ourselves if not dedicated to a video screen

Yup next outing RJ put a few jaw jackers out.  Its not so much a being tried to a screen as much as needing to stay moving.  Both to find fish and because of ridges on ice that is well....scary.

(https://i.postimg.cc/R3RXCJB5/20190302-095847.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3RXCJB5)

Bill I hope you hit a pile of them.  Im sure ill bump into you close to home in April!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 07, 2019, 03:12 AM
Yup next outing RJ put a few jaw jackers out.  Its not so much a being tried to a screen as much as needing to stay moving.  Both to find fish and because of ridges on ice

(https://i.postimg.cc/R3RXCJB5/2
0190302-095847.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3RXCJB5)

We should be good we’ll into April Jon.

Bill I hope you hit a pile of them.  Im sure ill bump into you close to home in April!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: snowlt14 on Mar 09, 2019, 02:47 AM
Looking to head out this coming week and target pike on the south end of the lake, anybody have any pointers? I was thinking of fishing between the island and the boat launch on the south end. I have fished the edge of the open channel on the south end before and action was slow at best. I know fishing in the summer we always see a few larger fish in the shallows in the spring but just haven't had any luck catching pike through the ice. I'm puzzled, we fish live and dead bait in different sizes but just cant connect.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 10, 2019, 08:09 AM
Be careful down there, that channel opens up pretty quick, lots of flow there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 10, 2019, 03:52 PM
Just curious....has anyone caught a lake trout out of schroon that didnt have the really dark colors its known for?  Any white bellies?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 10, 2019, 03:55 PM

(https://i.postimg.cc/vDP3SXQ5/D183664-B-BA23-4-B48-B4-CC-9-BEE75582-D27.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDP3SXQ5)

(https://i.postimg.cc/GHHq0Y2V/EFC04-DB7-111-A-4-BB2-A1-EB-EBCB6-BB429-C7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHHq0Y2V)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 10, 2019, 03:55 PM
Not me..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 10, 2019, 06:14 PM
Just curious....has anyone caught a lake trout out of schroon that didnt have the really dark colors its known for?  Any white bellies?

Funny you ask...didn't your buddies kid just win the derby with a 29" laker that looked just like a classic lake george colored laker?  I'm not claiming anything but I've never caught one and typically the bigger I've seen them get the darker they get.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 11, 2019, 09:21 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vDP3SXQ5/D183664-B-BA23-4-B48-B4-CC-9-BEE75582-D27.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDP3SXQ5)

(https://i.postimg.cc/GHHq0Y2V/EFC04-DB7-111-A-4-BB2-A1-EB-EBCB6-BB429-C7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHHq0Y2V)

Couple of nice ones Shawn.  Nice to see Schroon being productive.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 11, 2019, 09:31 AM
Couple of nice ones Shawn.  Nice to see Schroon being productive.

Ask him about yesterday morning.  Only productive thing we did was drive down the lake!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 11, 2019, 09:50 AM
Ask him about yesterday morning.  Only productive thing we did was drive down the lake!

A bit nasty yesterday?  We had 5-6 inches of snow, sleet and ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmongerlyndon on Mar 11, 2019, 09:53 AM
Just curious....has anyone caught a lake trout out of schroon that didnt have the really dark colors its known for?  Any white bellies?

caught quite a few light colored fish this january, out of the 14 landed only 3 or so were dark.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 11, 2019, 10:36 AM
A bit nasty yesterday?  We had 5-6 inches of snow, sleet and ice.

Yup!

(https://i.postimg.cc/878yw3Zf/20190310-073835.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/878yw3Zf)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Mar 11, 2019, 03:44 PM
My son and i got out at sunrise saturday and it was another absolute gorgeous weather day to say the least
as for the fishing it was definitely slower than last saturday but still another solid outting with flurries of bites throughout the day  i ended up landing 10 from 13-22inches all on the jig and my son landed 4 all 19-24inches on tip ups
all fishing done in 40-50 feet
im sure theres still a good month of fishing left , i may sneak one more in before i pack all my gear away
regardless it was a long great season on schroon both weather and catching
😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
the hudson striper run is right around the corner and its time to unwrap and get the boat ready to go
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Mar 11, 2019, 04:22 PM
It was dead bill we drove all over that lake those 2 were from early ice there we drove ...then we drove all over another lake and that one was dead too!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Mar 11, 2019, 06:18 PM
It was dead bill we drove all over that lake those 2 were from early ice there we drove ...then we drove all over another lake and that one was dead too!

Quite slow up here also.  Fished Indian Saturday tip ups and jigging, caught two big bass on the jig.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 12, 2019, 11:33 AM
Funny you ask...didn't your buddies kid just win the derby with a 29" laker that looked just like a classic lake george colored laker?  I'm not claiming anything but I've never caught one and typically the bigger I've seen them get the darker they get.

Its funny you mention that....it is the reason for bringing it up.  I wasnt on the ice when the fish in question was caught
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 12, 2019, 04:27 PM
You guys are hilarious.  Schroon has darker lakers and lighter ones that look just like LG fish. 
Funny you ask...didn't your buddies kid just win the derby with a 29" laker that looked just like a classic lake george colored laker?  I'm not claiming anything but I've never caught one and typically the bigger I've seen them get the darker they get.

You need to catch more big ones.  My 2 largest from schroon this year.


(https://i.postimg.cc/jCrgpgb5/20190113-112458.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jCrgpgb5)



(https://i.postimg.cc/mPh8YKQd/Resized-20181223-131555.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPh8YKQd)

Opposite complexions. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 12, 2019, 04:34 PM
Nice both bronze gosh indeed.

(https://i.postimg.cc/f3cryWW6/20180101-194909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f3cryWW6)

I've never caught a silver laker from schroon compared  George.
Some nice salmon though
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 12, 2019, 04:37 PM
Lighter one. Nice bite mark too.


(https://i.postimg.cc/R6wP3fc4/20190113-090325.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R6wP3fc4)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 12, 2019, 04:43 PM
Neither of the 3 fish you posted looks like the fish that won the derby. The only reason I didn't mention anything is because from what I could tell the little boy caught the fish. I would really hope that a father wouldn't teach him to bring a fish from another lake to win the derby.
(https://i.postimg.cc/s1x1YMF9/FB-IMG-1552426954588.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1x1YMF9)
Top fish in the picture is the winning fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 12, 2019, 05:13 PM
It is what it is.  Comments like yours are the reason I don't fish derbies.  Regardless of the outcome there are always people who can't let a win be a win.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 12, 2019, 05:42 PM
I wont go any further into the situation other than it was caught at 2 am. was just curious if anyone has caught the lighter ones because I had never seen one from schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 12, 2019, 05:58 PM
As long as life is good and we catch fish,  who care wat color the pull on my rod.

(https://i.postimg.cc/N59qYrSM/20190312-184415.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N59qYrSM)

(https://i.postimg.cc/5YNTrH8f/20190312-184427.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YNTrH8f)

(https://i.postimg.cc/5XLhQWxW/20190312-184438.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XLhQWxW)

(https://i.postimg.cc/py1bgB04/20190312-184446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/py1bgB04)

(https://i.postimg.cc/0MWF18CD/20190312-184728.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0MWF18CD)

(https://i.postimg.cc/d7Fz8N1k/20190312-184740.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7Fz8N1k)

(https://i.postimg.cc/2Vsp5SNx/20190312-184814.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2Vsp5SNx)

(https://i.postimg.cc/7GHrytr8/20190312-184840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GHrytr8)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 12, 2019, 05:58 PM
When I went up early in the season a guy walked out with 2 trout in his sled. One was a little dark and the other one looked just like Lakers out of lg. Not as green but just as white. When he took the fish up was it dead or alive ? It would be a lot of work to jig up a good fish and transport it alive.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 12, 2019, 06:17 PM
When I went up early in the season a guy walked out with 2 trout in his sled. One was a little dark and the other one looked just like Lakers out of lg. Not as green but just as white. When he took the fish up was it dead or alive ? It would be a lot of work to jig up a good fish and transport it alive.

I have no idea if it was dead or alive when weighed in. Clearly I'm not the only 1 to not catch a fish with those colors on Schroon. The guys buddy appears to be questioning/wondering about it also. Congrats to the kid for catching it. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 12, 2019, 06:19 PM
I have no idea if it was dead or alive when weighed in. Clearly I'm not the only 1 to not catch a fish with those colors on Schroon. The guys buddy appears to be questioning/wondering about it also. Congrats to the kid for catching it.

You certainly are not.  Also depending on how a fish is handled after being caught it is not uncommon for the colors to wash out.  Specifically on the side of the fish laying on the ice or if the fish bleeds out.

Great shots RJ. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 12, 2019, 06:25 PM
Don’t most tournaments require a live weight in?  I don’t fish many but the ones i did fish did. If someone came in with a dead froze fish I wouldn’t think they would allow it to be entered
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MJB518 on Mar 12, 2019, 06:26 PM
You certainly are not.  Also depending on how a fish is handled after being caught it is not uncommon for the colors to wash out.  Specifically on the side of the fish laying on the ice or if the fish bleeds out.

Great shots RJ.

In the words of Chris carter...."cmon man"
Definitely is not the case here.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 12, 2019, 06:41 PM
didnt we go through the same kind of argument last year or the year before last, about the winning pike?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 12, 2019, 07:09 PM
In the words of Chris carter...."cmon man"
Definitely is not the case here.

Don't care.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 12, 2019, 07:24 PM
didnt we go through the same kind of argument last year or the year before last, about the winning pike?


I believe last year and the year before the same guy took the pike category with about the same size fish and there was controversy on here.  The boy who won lake trout this year, his younger brother won the year before.  I didn't mean to start anything just wondering about light colored lakers in schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 12, 2019, 07:33 PM
Again,  just myself but I've personally never caught or been with anyone who has a chrome,  silver , laker on that lake.  Not saying their not there,  the salmon are definitely silver.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 12, 2019, 07:42 PM
Sounds shady, can’t really be a fair tournament if your allowed to turn In frozen fish. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 12, 2019, 08:00 PM
Honestly the color of the gills could have proven if the fish was transported or caught recently.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 13, 2019, 02:13 PM
Don’t most tournaments require a live weight in?  I don’t fish many but the ones i did fish did. If someone came in with a dead froze fish I wouldn’t think they would allow it to be entered

Its kind of hard to weigh in a live fish when the weigh in station isn't right on the lake.  Also if your running tip ups which most do during derbies, you cant leave them unattended so essentially you would have to pick everything up to go weigh in the fish. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 13, 2019, 02:19 PM
It’s not that hard. Just make a live well. Or cooler full of water. Just another reason why I don’t fish with tip ups. Lol.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: snowlt14 on Mar 13, 2019, 06:18 PM
Fished the south end this morning and did pretty well with the lakers. Landed 3 on tip ups set in 15-30 feet of water. Also had many hollowers on a jig but couldn’t connect. Lakers would chase the bait  5-10 feet then shoot back to the bottom. The group also landed and pike and perch, overall a decent morning. Still plenty of ice and the warm up will help us walkers taking care of the snow still on top. Planning on coming back up next week and giving it one more shot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 14, 2019, 06:36 AM
Just another reason why I don’t fish with tip ups. Lol.

You don't fish with tip ups because you don't want to pick up to weigh in a fish?  How many tournaments do you fish?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Mar 14, 2019, 09:06 AM
You don't fish with tip ups because you don't want to pick up to weigh in a fish?  How many tournaments do you fish?

I don’t fish many tournaments. I’m just not a fan of tip ups. I like keeping mobile,hole hopping with a jigging rod maybe 1 or 2 jaw jackers . Setting up a bunch of tip ups and sitting around untill a fish hits isn’t really my style.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Mar 14, 2019, 05:29 PM
Any Update on how much snow is on the ice want to bring the kids out this weekend   thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FishnChef on Mar 14, 2019, 06:50 PM
None
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmongerlyndon on Mar 15, 2019, 09:00 AM
 I caught these Two fish on the south end on the same day this past january, in fact out of the 8 i landed 3 were light colored like the one pictured.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLxTBJKF/2019011895095347.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLxTBJKF)

(https://i.postimg.cc/XGXdBTgS/2019011895110807.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XGXdBTgS)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BlackH2O on Mar 16, 2019, 05:10 PM
Does anyone know the current ice conditions for Schroon lake? Want to head up this week if still safe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BlackH2O on Mar 18, 2019, 10:23 AM
Does anyone know the current ice conditions for Schroon lake? Want to head up this week if still safe.

As of Sunday 3/17, still plenty of ice with no snow or slush on top. Shoreline had ice then water then solid ice under it. Fish were finicky.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 18, 2019, 06:04 PM
I caught these Two fish on the south end on the same day this past january, in fact out of the 8 i landed 3 were light colored like the one pictured.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLxTBJKF/2019011895095347.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLxTBJKF)

(https://i.postimg.cc/XGXdBTgS/2019011895110807.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XGXdBTgS)

Great comparison shots.  Keep in mind, if you won that derby...your a liar until proven innocent even if you are a kid!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Sep 18, 2019, 07:16 PM
With these cold mornings I feel like pulling the tip ups out and making new leaders.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 03, 2019, 06:06 PM
Chances Schroon is fishable by Xmas?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 03, 2019, 06:17 PM
Got a boat ? It probably be fishable.
I'm not that close to give eyes on views but besides having big balls, we shoot for new year's and it seems we end up on smaller waters near by.
There is a chance though..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 03, 2019, 08:27 PM
last year we were on schroon the weekend of december 15th so im hoping b4 xmas😎😎😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 04, 2019, 05:59 AM
In exceptional years the lake starts freezing Dec 16-18th, and fishable north end by Christmas. Looking at some long range forecasts I'm seeing cold, but not super cold. So the process up here is to fish the smaller lakes and ponds locally while waiting for Schroon to freeze.  Heck, on the way to my hunting spot over a week ago there were guys fishing a pike pond. Those places have been frozen for 3 weeks now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 04, 2019, 12:18 PM
In exceptional years the lake starts freezing Dec 16-18th, and fishable north end by Christmas. Looking at some long range forecasts I'm seeing cold, but not super cold. So the process up here is to fish the smaller lakes and ponds locally while waiting for Schroon to freeze.  Heck, on the way to my hunting spot over a week ago there were guys fishing a pike pond. Those places have been frozen for 3 weeks now.

Happy new season Tony.  You have eyes everywhere!  They didn't successfully capture a pike.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 04, 2019, 01:20 PM
Happy new season Tony.  You have eyes everywhere!  They didn't successfully capture a pike.
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 04, 2019, 02:46 PM
Hi Tony, and Jon hope all is well.
Only two small lakes up here fishable that I know.

I fished the Narrows on December 20th last year.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 04, 2019, 05:26 PM
Always good to hear from you Bill.  When did we get out on BML?  I know it was early. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 04, 2019, 05:28 PM
was by the north end of schroon earlier today  and still open water😢😢😢
its gotta button up soon
i didnt realize how much colder it was last year
i thought it was colder this winter
lol guess not
oh well hopefully by new years well be cashing in on schroon gold
it looks like ill be hitting a few private ponds i have access to till its ready

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 04, 2019, 07:30 PM
Always good to hear from you Bill.  When did we get out on BML?  I know it was early.
[/quote

We were on Blue December 16th, but my first day was December 9th.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 04, 2019, 07:35 PM
Last year Nov was brutally cold. Remember Thanksgiving last year had highs in the single numbers. Then by mid Dec it warmed up and stayed warm for a few weeks, if my memory is correct.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 04, 2019, 07:53 PM
Exactly correct.  -16 day after Thanksgiving  on my hunting trip
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Dec 05, 2019, 06:20 AM
Last year Nov was brutally cold. Remember Thanksgiving last year had highs in the single numbers. Then by mid Dec it warmed up and stayed warm for a few weeks, if my memory is correct.

Hi Tony, you are correct. Was warm the day I was in the narrows, then it became unsafe a couple days after.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 05, 2019, 07:13 AM
I was bass fishing on schroon yesterday...

Entire lake is wide open.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Dec 06, 2019, 07:06 PM
Hope it locks up soon. :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Dec 08, 2019, 09:47 AM
Any eyes on the lake this morning?? I bet she skimmed over last night in places
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 08, 2019, 05:18 PM
The north end from the north side of the island to the marina froze over this morning.  I don't know if it survived the day, but I suspect it won't survive the next 2 days.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 17, 2019, 06:36 PM
As of this morning, don't know if it survives the frontal passage on Wed.  Pic courtesy of Schroon Lake Fb Page.
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Post by: pikemanEd on Dec 17, 2019, 08:06 PM
Looking good if it holds up to the wind tomorrow and Thursday there will probably be 3+in by Sunday
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Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 17, 2019, 08:16 PM
🥳
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 19, 2019, 02:19 PM
Well the ice held up and Schroon is now frozen from the North end to the south side of the Narrows. Just need to be putting on inches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 19, 2019, 02:41 PM
was there earlier today it should be ready to fish by new years as long as the frigid temps hold up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 19, 2019, 03:42 PM
Appreciate the updates. I’m planning on driving up next weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Dec 19, 2019, 03:53 PM
Well the ice held up and Schroon is now frozen from the North end to the south side of the Narrows. Just need to be putting on inches.

Thanks for the intel  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 19, 2019, 05:13 PM
This cold weather is building atv ice lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 19, 2019, 05:28 PM
Thanks for the updates.
I'd be leaving my ATV home for a while yet but to each their own insurance risks.Shorelines should only increase now so tearing them up isn't an issue like late ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 21, 2019, 03:06 PM
I guess it's on boys, group out by island and another group in the Narrows.
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Post by: Meewum on Dec 22, 2019, 04:19 PM
Glad to see this as I have a trip with some buddies planned for Jan 18-20 for some Schroon Lakers. Hoping to get up there right after New Years and try to get into them.

I guess it's on boys, group out by island and another group in the Narrows.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FdyzySGX/80307458-10214791851171024-7971352648748105728-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdyzySGX)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Dec 23, 2019, 07:20 AM
There is still a big patch of open water south of the narrows its at least a 1/2mi long and not sure how wide. Ice south of the narrows did not look ready yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Nddragoon1 on Dec 23, 2019, 07:26 AM
Anyone been up to Crane pond...if so how is the ice?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 23, 2019, 12:18 PM
I spoke with the former owner of Davis motel today. He was skeptical of some of the ice reports he had been hearing, so he went out and drilled a bunch of holes from the launch in Schroon Lake to the Island. The least he hit was 5 1/2" by the launch, the rest were 6-7"!  The black area by the Island was 6".  I had time this morning and drove around the lake.  South basin is froze over and there were a couple guys off Eagle Point.  The rest down there looks pretty sketchy,  with lots of wet cracks, and a couple open areas south of the Narrows and above Sucker Brook Bay. Still, thats pretty good as I can not remember the south basin freezing over before Christmas.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Dec 23, 2019, 01:24 PM
SchrnLker- thanks for the report. Was debating on checking out the north end this morning but decided not to thinking there would only be 3-4 inches max out there. Surprised there is that much ice already and also surprised the south end has locked up this early. Hopefully we get back to single digit nights to keep building.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MuskieMike on Dec 25, 2019, 03:06 AM
Thanks for the updates. North end should close up- Hopefully it will stay cold.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 26, 2019, 07:12 AM
I’m from south of schroon but you should be fine temps haven’t gone above freezing not many ppl will talk early on get up there and catch em up make the reports don’t chase em if not safe enough for you look into the other smaller shallower panfish lakes in the area you’ll be rewarded with ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 26, 2019, 06:09 PM
I've been away for Christmas so I haven't had eyes on the lake for a couple days. I'm sure it''s fine since a buddy who lives right in town wanted me to go fishing Sat on Schroon and he has lived on the lake his whole life.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 27, 2019, 02:03 PM
Any eyes on the Lake? Anyone fishing this week?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 27, 2019, 02:08 PM
Fair number of guys out there today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Evil Tom on Dec 27, 2019, 02:09 PM
There's people out there seen them.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigpikekid on Dec 27, 2019, 03:23 PM
Anybody been on paradox?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 29, 2019, 09:24 PM
Anybody been on paradox?

Hit it today. Lots of good ice and perch :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Dec 30, 2019, 02:23 PM
Hit it today. Lots of good ice and perch :)

Can you tell me where I can park to access the lake?  I’ve never fished paradox and would like to try it this year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 30, 2019, 07:26 PM
To my knowledge,  the state dec  site is the only public access point.  Its not the best of access location.  Sketchy road leading in to the shallow basin.
It's a mile trek to the main basin.  A machine becomes necessary and a snowmobile preferred over an ATV.
Use caution going through the narrows between the basins.

Other than that , you'll need permission from a landowner for access.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 30, 2019, 09:20 PM
To my knowledge,  the state dec  site is the only public access point.  Its not the best of access location.  Sketchy road leading in to the shallow basin.
It's a mile trek to the main basin.  A machine becomes necessary and a snowmobile preferred over an ATV.
Use caution going through the narrows between the basins.

Other than that , you'll need permission from a landowner for access.

I second that.  The dec launch/ parking area is on 74 a little further east than half of the lake. Be advised the large NYS DEC public launch site sign is currently not hanging. You will see the big posts where it hangs and i think there is a much smaller sign that is posted. Keep your eyes peeled, it comes up quick.

Also, piece of advice.. do NOT think you can go down that road in a 2WD car with snow cover or ice.. ask me how i know :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jimc1965 on Dec 30, 2019, 09:23 PM
Looking for a recommendation on a place to stay overnight and purchase live bait near Schroon Lake. Looking to head up that way next week. Thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 31, 2019, 06:33 AM
Maple leaf motel is ok. It's on rt 9 about 1/2 mile south off exit 28 . It's a mile north of the northern access launch behind Stewart's.
Nothing fancy but it's about the only game in town.

As for bait,  I generally get bait at the crossroads store in chestertown ( exit 25 ? ) on my way to schroon from the south prior.
Options are pretty limited
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Dec 31, 2019, 07:15 AM
The only other bait option I can think of is Fish307 in Queensbury as you are heading north.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JTrottaNY on Dec 31, 2019, 07:54 AM
The sunoco at the north end of the lake has had bait the last 2 years. Bot the best selection but its convienant from the lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 31, 2019, 08:30 AM
Got schroon lake bait right in town but they have funky hours 5am-9am and such call and check in b4 you go bring graph and just jig them I’ll be on lake tmrw and Thursday tight lines
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 31, 2019, 10:42 AM
The sunoco at the north end of the lake has had bait the last 2 years. Bot the best selection but its convienant from the lake

I wouldn't rely on the sunoco nor the shop in town at all.
I wish someone would resurrect the Mt. Severance store ..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: The-Jerk on Dec 31, 2019, 10:53 AM
Howdy Fellas,

I am going up to schroon in a couple of weekends with a group.  It will be our first time fishing in the area. From what I have read sounds like the ice should be good to go.
I will mainly be targeting panfish, but I was wondering if a gaff is legal to use through the ice. Would hate to lose a monster at the hole if its an option.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 31, 2019, 12:32 PM
dont qoute me but pretty sure they are illegal in ny I THINK, but why would u need a gaff for panfish? and why that lake for panfish? no telling what the thinnish ice will do weeks from now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigredonice on Dec 31, 2019, 12:33 PM
dont qoute me but pretty sure they are illegal in ny I THINK, but why would u need a gaff for panfish? and why that lake for panfish? no telling what the thinnish ice will do weeks from now

sometimes when you are fishing for other fish, unexpected giants will come along.  something Schroon has been known to deliver.   Gaffs are illegal at nearby lake george, its a valid question. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 31, 2019, 12:40 PM
oh I know what he meant but why schroon for panfish? I can think of many better lakes, always hook into the odd laker but never felt the need to bring a gaff along with me
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: iloveacrappiedinner on Dec 31, 2019, 01:28 PM
Gaffs are illegal at nearby lake george, its a valid question.

Where is that in the regulations? Gaffs are illegal for freshwater in NY except when ice fishing

"Use of gaffs:
Use or possession of gaffs or gaff hooks is prohibited when fishing in freshwater, including the Hudson River upstream of the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, except when ice fishing."
http://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/general-regulations/

There is no reference for gaffs in the Special Regulations for Lake George/ Lake Champlain here:
http://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/lake-georgelake-champlain-regulations/


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jayy on Dec 31, 2019, 01:30 PM
Howdy Fellas,

I am going up to schroon in a couple of weekends with a group.  It will be our first time fishing in the area. From what I have read sounds like the ice should be good to go.
I will mainly be targeting panfish, but I was wondering if a gaff is legal to use through the ice. Would hate to lose a monster at the hole if its an option.

Generally, gaffs are legal for ice fishing in NY.  I dont see anything in the regs that prohibits them on schroon...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 31, 2019, 02:45 PM
Just get a lip holder.  You can use it all year and won’t injure under size fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Dec 31, 2019, 04:57 PM
A gaf is not a bad idea to have along in the sled at schroon.  We've used 1 once or twice. 
I don't carry one on lake George as I'm targeting lake trout and their regs are funky too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 31, 2019, 06:01 PM
Just be a man and lip it. Leave the gaff home ;D... I would keep driving right past schroon if I wanted panfish but that’s just me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 31, 2019, 06:40 PM
Who’s gunna be out for New Years tmrw? Anyone Fishin?!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeremywhorf on Dec 31, 2019, 06:48 PM
headed to either paradox or Brant lake.
Thinks its slushy but I heard there is still solid ice.
Hope the fish cooperate! :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Dec 31, 2019, 06:52 PM
Who’s gunna be out for New Years tmrw? Anyone Fishin?!

I'm planning on it just dont know if I should bother with the south end

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Dec 31, 2019, 08:33 PM
I plan on being in the narrows should be good ice today wasn’t too bad on ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Dec 31, 2019, 10:31 PM
Monster perch

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 31, 2019, 11:33 PM
The Sunoco no longer sells live bait FYI. Go to schroon lake bait shop in town. He moved from across Stewarts. He is now down the street across from Tops. Nice and honest guy. Get there early.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 01, 2020, 04:36 PM
One little runt today jigging no traps brought out there horrendous 10 hours fished
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jig em on Jan 01, 2020, 07:00 PM
Looking for a good panfish lake or pound any help would be great. Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jimc1965 on Jan 02, 2020, 07:24 AM
Thanks to all for your replies. See ya up there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 02, 2020, 08:03 AM
For all you locals, how'd you make out with all this rain? Looking to head up this weekend. Leaving the wheeler home obviously but would like to get out there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2020, 08:14 AM
For all you locals, how'd you make out with all this rain? Looking to head up this weekend. Leaving the wheeler home obviously but would like to get out there.

Ice was a disaster on Tuesday am where I fished, slushy, water coming out of the holes...ice was 3-4" where I was. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 02, 2020, 08:15 AM
Ice was a disaster on Tuesday am where I fished, slushy, water coming out of the holes...ice was 3-4" where I was.

That's what I was afraid of. Thanks for the info!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2020, 09:16 AM
That's what I was afraid of. Thanks for the info!

No problem.  It was snowing when I left yesterday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 02, 2020, 10:06 AM
I'm no local but made the drive up yesterday.  Fished the north end and I agree the ice was starting to get sloppy.  I've never fished Schroon and had ideas if fishing off the point near the access at fowler but the ice was not safe in that direction.  I'm not sure if there is current, a spring or was caused by the small pressure ridge that is out that way but I was spudding and one hit I didn't even feel the ice.  The snow and slush really covered sketchy areas but the spud saved my butt.  We turned around and fished toward the islands and found about 5 inches of ice.  We iced 8 lakers, half on tip ups and half jigging.  All tip up fish were caught out of the same hole which I found very odd.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sjord89 on Jan 02, 2020, 11:44 AM
That ridge was already bad last week
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2020, 01:24 PM
It got worse the further south you go.  I wasn't on much (Tuesday morning)


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 02, 2020, 01:44 PM
Looks like I am going to be staying off the ice this weekend. Ten day forecast looks decent. Hopefully it will lock back up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 02, 2020, 02:28 PM
The area pictured is the extreme north end, and that area is often questionable. An local oldtimer named Bunny S. once told me that area has a lot of "hills on the lake floor, and the current from the river hits those and works the underside of the ice.  I had my hairiest moment on Schroon Lake up there many years ago and won't go back. When I go off Fowler I always swing toward the north end of the Island then go upward towards Talachito Point or Steep Bay, but not beyond.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 02, 2020, 02:45 PM
The area pictured is the extreme north end, and that area is often questionable. An local oldtimer named Bunny S. once told me that area has a lot of "hills on the lake floor, and the current from the river hits those and works the underside of the ice.  I had my hairiest moment on Schroon Lake up there many years ago and won't go back. When I go off Fowler I always swing toward the north end of the Island then go upward towards Talachito Point or Steep Bay, but not beyond.

All I can say is THANK GOD FOR SPUD BARS, without one I would have went for a dip.  Luckily I didn't need to test out the new predator bibs that I received for Christmas.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2020, 03:05 PM
All I can say is THANK GOD FOR SPUD BARS, without one I would have went for a dip.  Luckily I didn't need to test out the new predator bibs that I received for Christmas.

You should never fish without one, especially on bigger lakes with ridges. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 02, 2020, 03:48 PM
You should never fish without one, especially on bigger lakes with ridges.
Totally agree with a spud.  I get really leary using an atv on some lakes because of that. 
I bought both my kids spuds and trying to instill their value and purpose . 1 has it , the other just thinks having one is meaningful.  I watch him walk with reckless abandon and cringe.
I'm pretty sure the spud bar saved my butt yesterday as I stayed off the rotten ice.

Better days are coming and I can't wait for LG to lock up so I can fish schroon  🤞
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 02, 2020, 07:04 PM
Totally agree with a spud.  I get really leary using an atv on some lakes because of that. 
I bought both my kids spuds and trying to instill their value and purpose . 1 has it , the other just thinks having one is meaningful.  I watch him walk with reckless abandon and cringe.
I'm pretty sure the spud bar saved my butt yesterday as I stayed off the rotten ice.

Better days are coming and I can't wait for LG to lock up so I can fish schroon  🤞

You've been missing out RJ.  I don't deal with crowds or being crowded or fished on top of.  It hasn't been like that this season at all...I'm sure FB will eventually ruin it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 02, 2020, 07:24 PM
You've been missing out RJ.  I don't deal with crowds or being crowded or fished on top of.  It hasn't been like that this season at all...I'm sure FB will eventually ruin it.
I'm sure you're right.
We been doing ok in our 2019 outings.
I've really changed habitat in past 4 years as a harvester and less a sportster chasing fun. We don't grocery store shop.
Lakers don't really take up space on my table but fun as hell to play with.
I'll be visiting soon . Catch all you can to educate them for leftovers here.

Stay on top and stop a stranger just to shake their hand


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 03, 2020, 06:18 AM
You've been missing out RJ.  I don't deal with crowds or being crowded or fished on top of.  It hasn't been like that this season at all...I'm sure FB will eventually ruin it.
thin ice scares people.... kinda hope it stays that way  :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2020, 07:53 AM
I'm sure you're right.
We been doing ok in our 2019 outings.
I've really changed habitat in past 4 years as a harvester and less a sportster chasing fun. We don't grocery store shop.
Lakers don't really take up space on my table but fun as hell to play with.
I'll be visiting soon . Catch all you can to educate them for leftovers here.

Stay on top and stop a stranger just to shake their hand

I can appreciate that.  I haven't done any harvesting trips yet, I need to.  My daughter loves catching and eating them. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2020, 07:55 AM
thin ice scares people.... kinda hope it stays that way  :tipup:

Nothing wrong with that.  Schroon has screwed me a few times, but I like it too much to stop.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 03, 2020, 09:22 AM
Love the guy that said waiting on George to freeze to start fishing schroon  ;D  ;D Awesome lol quite a few guys out this week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 03, 2020, 12:24 PM
Love the guy that said waiting on George to freeze to start fishing schroon  ;D  ;D Awesome lol quite a few guys out this week

It will be interesting with these temps on who decides to venture out tomorrow. Sunday is the better day weather wise
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BOCHASER on Jan 03, 2020, 12:41 PM
Just got a BAD report from one of our neighbors up on Schroon. They walked out on the ice from the Landings heading towards Word of Life Island. Halfway across the lake one of them went in. Luckily they got out. Just wanted to pass along what I just heard. I am not at the lake so I cant visually confirm myself. Please beware.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2020, 01:20 PM
Just got a BAD report from one of our neighbors up on Schroon. They walked out on the ice from the Landings heading towards Word of Life Island. Halfway across the lake one of them went in. Luckily they got out. Just wanted to pass along what I just heard. I am not at the lake so I cant visually confirm myself. Please beware.

Doesnt surprise me at all after being on the ice nearby on Tuesday.  Your neighbor needs a spud bar and that would not have happened. 

On a side note....Word of Life...weird establishment up there....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 03, 2020, 03:14 PM
Doesnt surprise me at all after being on the ice nearby on Tuesday.  Your neighbor needs a spud bar and that would not have happened. 

On a side note....Word of Life...weird establishment up there....

I thought I was going to have to go on a rescue mission on Wednesday.  There were people, not ice fishing, just walking around on the ice right near where that pressure ridge was.  If they went another 40 feet out from shore they would have been in trouble.  I'll be on smaller water until we get another good cold spell.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2020, 03:17 PM
Friends of mine watched a guy walk into open water on schroon and self rescue.  Crazy world.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 03, 2020, 03:20 PM
I thought I was going to have to go on a rescue mission on Wednesday.  There were people, not ice fishing, just walking around on the ice right near where that pressure ridge was.  If they went another 40 feet out from shore they would have been in trouble. I'll be on smaller water until we get another good cold spell.

That's going to be my plan starting tomorrow  :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: OneBucketMike on Jan 03, 2020, 03:44 PM
Friends of mine watched a guy walk into open water on schroon and self rescue.  Crazy world.

Guess he found out that his Suit works. Wonder what his back up plan was if it didn't? Lol.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 03, 2020, 05:20 PM
Id have to confirm but I dont think he was wearing one. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 03, 2020, 05:27 PM
Friends of mine watched a guy walk into open water on schroon and self rescue.  Crazy world.

Pretty sure we were in same place,  same time.
Chasing wabbits myself tomorrow and flags on smaller northern waters Sunday in Essexco. .
I'm not scared of ice,  I'm much older now.

Stay safe folks so the other half don't just junk all our valuable equipment 😂
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 03, 2020, 07:23 PM
Wild was all over there Wednesday got comfortable bite was slow stopped spudding just started walking after the morning no ice is safe ice didn’t think today was too warm up there gas holes maybe stay safe this weekend spud away
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 04, 2020, 06:53 AM
Pretty sure we were in same place,  same time.
Chasing wabbits myself tomorrow and flags on smaller northern waters Sunday in Essexco. .
I'm not scared of ice,  I'm much older now.

Stay safe folks so the other half don't just junk all our valuable equipment 😂


Was that last year?   If so we were there - got out early and clearly saw open water so we walked a ways north to avoid it and then back south and he just walked straight out. I had just set up and heard him scream help and by the time I popped the shanty up and stood up he was out and walking towards shore.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2020, 07:36 AM
Pretty sure it was.  When that nasty hole was right in front of where we were getting on.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 04, 2020, 09:31 AM

Was that last year?   If so we were there - got out early and clearly saw open water so we walked a ways north to avoid it and then back south and he just walked straight out. I had just set up and heard him scream help and by the time I popped the shanty up and stood up he was out and walking towards shore.

Year before last.  Those guys coming down the hill seen you guys over across the lake and were determined to get there, even if it meant walking right into the open water,  lol.

This weather sucks.. not even good for wabbits.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 04, 2020, 10:28 AM
Be really careful out there guys, me and a buddy attempted to fish Eagle Lake this morning, but chose to go home.  6" ice, but only 1 was black ice, the rest was soft slush ice that flexed with each step. Ice conditions have deteriorated rapidly this week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 04, 2020, 11:42 AM
Year before last.  Those guys coming down the hill seen you guys over across the lake and were determined to get there, even if it meant walking right into the open water,  lol.

This weather sucks.. not even good for wabbits.

I've been out twice for pike with zero fish and one flag and I'm not too excited about the lakes I can fish so I'm working. Hopefully it doesn't rain the entire month of May again  ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 04, 2020, 12:53 PM
I've been out twice for pike with zero fish and one flag and I'm not too excited about the lakes I can fish so I'm working. Hopefully it doesn't rain the entire month of May again  ::)

Been out 4 times so far all for warm water species.  Slammed the pike,  tough going on pannies but all quality.
Playing with my gear today struggling with a stomach virus.
Plan on pike again tomorrow if I feel better.  Ice is shot locally round my neck of the woods.
Gotta sit the next 2 weeks out and hopefully the ice will be better shape when I'm back.  I do want to get jiggy.

May is a long ways away and who knows what new regulations the marine will come up with this season.  I've been told there will be big changes.

Good luck and probably see you on top 😎

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2020, 02:05 PM
Feel better RJ.  There is some hope, I found local ice in CT that is reasonable.  Id rather be up there though. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 04, 2020, 04:52 PM
Feel better RJ.  There is some hope, I found local ice in CT that is reasonable.  Id rather be up there though.

Was on 8-9inches in CT today. Felt odd  driving south for better ice. Got one small pike and a solid bass. I did however have a small black bear come check me out. He was prob 80 yards away and wandered into the woods after a couple minute staring match. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njmar75 on Jan 04, 2020, 05:25 PM
Wow...where in ct?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 04, 2020, 06:06 PM
Was on 8-9inches in CT today. Felt odd  driving south for better ice. Got one small pike and a solid bass. I did however have a small black bear come check me out. He was prob 80 yards away and wandered into the woods after a couple minute staring match.

I can't fish that spot anymore.  Too busy.  It used to be 15 mins from me...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 04, 2020, 08:48 PM
Was on 8-9inches in CT today. Felt odd  driving south for better ice. Got one small pike and a solid bass. I did however have a small black bear come check me out. He was prob 80 yards away and wandered into the woods after a couple minute staring match.
A bear this late that's cool.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 05, 2020, 03:53 PM
A bear this late that's cool.
cool if your not an ice fisherman that means too warm! this week looks chilly at the lake but rain and 40s by the weekend, no one ventured out this weekend?....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 06, 2020, 07:17 AM
cool if your not an ice fisherman that means too warm! this week looks chilly at the lake but rain and 40s by the weekend, no one ventured out this weekend?....
I hear you. But you can't change mother nature so at least she threw  you something exiting. Down here on the smaller bodies of water there is some ice. But your right by the weekend ....no good.
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Gravity Pilot on Jan 06, 2020, 08:08 PM
Any info on ice conditions off eagle point. Planning a trip up on Wednesday or Thursday. It’s a 3 hr ride up for me. I do have other options, just be nice to know before I make the trek up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: EatenByLimestone on Jan 08, 2020, 02:09 PM
I drove by Eagle on Saturday and there were guys fishing just to the North and South of it.   Down the lake a bit further I measured ice at 8 inches.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 08, 2020, 02:30 PM
i was on the north end by the island saturday and had no problem with the quad
had 6-8 everywhere we drilled
as for the fishing we only landed a few rat lakers 13-17inches on the jig
the tip ups were just for show not one flag
it can only get better
next weekend ill fish where i usually do very well and cash in on some schroon gold
(https://i.postimg.cc/Jy78rsm1/0-A401608-3582-402-D-AB6-A-7-F8-D75-B0-CC86.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Jy78rsm1)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 08, 2020, 03:02 PM
I found some access and went out on the narrows yesterday. Had ~ 8" of ice, 1.5-2" of it being cloudy with the rest clear. Managed 5 with two over 18" so no complaints there. Had to keep downsizing as the day progressed to keep the fish interested. Fingers crossed shorelines doesnt take too much of a beating this weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 08, 2020, 03:21 PM
I found some access and went out on the narrows yesterday. Had ~ 8" of ice, 1.5-2" of it being cloudy with the rest clear. Managed 5 with two over 18" so no complaints there. Had to keep downsizing as the day progressed to keep the fish interested. Fingers crossed shorelines doesnt take too much of a beating this weekend

The QPF is 1.5 to 2" of rain.  The snow pack equivalent is 1.5 to 2".  If we get the rain they forecast the lake will rise and there will be a gap of open water to the ice. 

Re the quad...on another laker lake not far from there a quad went in.  80 fow.  This lake freezes before schroon.  Be careful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroedl on Jan 08, 2020, 04:39 PM
Had a similar experience on the north end by the island. No flags all day, but we jigged up a few small Lakers. Lots of fish looking at the jigs but the bite was a little finicky. Next time we may head to the narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Schroedl on Jan 08, 2020, 04:47 PM
i was on the north end by the island saturday and had no problem with the quad
had 6-8 everywhere we drilled
as for the fishing we only landed a few rat lakers 13-17inches on the jig
the tip ups were just for show not one flag
it can only get better
next weekend ill fish where i usually do very well and cash in on some schroon gold
(https://i.postimg.cc/Jy78rsm1/0-A401608-3582-402-D-AB6-A-7-F8-D75-B0-CC86.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Jy78rsm1)

We had a similar experience today but got into a few jigging at 40ish feet. Tip ups were set at 50-55, so we may have to go a little more shallow next time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Gravity Pilot on Jan 08, 2020, 05:02 PM
im gunna make the trek in the morning. hopefully they are hungry tomorrow. 3hr ride plus bait store time....looks like a 2am start.
 

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 08, 2020, 08:10 PM
The QPF is 1.5 to 2" of rain.  The snow pack equivalent is 1.5 to 2".  If we get the rain they forecast the lake will rise and there will be a gap of open water to the ice. 

Re the quad...on another laker lake not far from there a quad went in.  80 fow.  This lake freezes before schroon.  Be careful.
explain the severity of this for the guys pushing the envelopes... I don't have the patience
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 09, 2020, 05:41 AM
explain the severity of this for the guys pushing the envelopes... I don't have the patience

Swim to get off the ice...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nkocak on Jan 09, 2020, 08:02 AM
Any info on narrows east shore for Sunday? Weather doesn’t look great. Not to bad a drive worth the trip. Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 09, 2020, 11:14 AM
explain the severity of this for the guys pushing the envelopes... I don't have the patience

I found open water on New Years Day.  I'm sure if you know the lake very well and spud like crazy it is fishable but theres about 3+ months to get on there so what's the point in risking it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 09, 2020, 01:39 PM
I found open water on New Years Day.  I'm sure if you know the lake very well and spud like crazy it is fishable but theres about 3+ months to get on there so what's the point in risking it.

Pat the issue is the lake rises after heavy rains and I expect it will for Sunday.  Last year we got out one morning...ice tight to shore.  10 hrs later and there was a 10-15' gap between the edge of the ice and shore! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 09, 2020, 03:08 PM
Pat the issue is the lake rises after heavy rains and I expect it will for Sunday.  Last year we got out one morning...ice tight to shore.  10 hrs later and there was a 10-15' gap between the edge of the ice and shore!

It generally takes 24-48 hours after the precipitation stops before the lake crests. With the amount of snowmelt that'll happen this weekend, plus the 2" of rain that will fall, there isnt a very pretty picture being painted for early next week  :(
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 09, 2020, 03:43 PM
I did get some good news this afternoon.  My friend Walt went back out from the dock at Schroon and drilled holes from there to the Island, and south of the Island.  Measured 9-10" ice each hole, including about 2" white ice, the rest clear black ice.  I waited on shore for him to get back to get a firsthand report.  This isn't off Fowler, or the Narrows, or the south basin.  That amount of ice regardless of this weekends crappy forecast should be fine, the edges will probably be compromised for a time, but that will recover as well, IMO. Tomorrow, Friday might be a very good day to fish.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Gravity Pilot on Jan 09, 2020, 08:24 PM
I did get some good news this afternoon.  My friend Walt went back out from the dock at Schroon and drilled holes from there to the Island, and south of the Island.  Measured 9-10" ice each hole, including about 2" white ice, the rest clear black ice.  I waited on shore for him to get back to
get a firsthand report.  This isn't off Fowler, or the Narrows, or the south
basin.  That amount of ice regardless of this weekends crappy forecast should be fine, the edges will probably be compromised for a time, but that will recover as well, IMO. Tomorrow, Friday might be a very good day to fish.

I was on the north  side of Clark’s island today. I walked from the dock, no issues that I saw. I had a consistent 8” of ice. There was a pressure ride  starting to open on the NW side of the island,  open maybe 3/4-1”. Hopefully this weekends deluge doesn’t take it out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2020, 10:29 AM
Edges are a mess right now. We only found one safe place to get on, at the launch behind Stewarts, to the left where the cement dock meets the water, just step down to the ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2020, 10:45 AM
Edges are a mess right now. We only found one safe place to get on, at the launch behind Stewarts, to the left where the cement dock meets the water, just step down to the ice.

Most edges are 6' from shore.  Word to anyone who may get on.  You may find an increased gap in the ice to shore from the morning to afternoon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Lundpredator on Jan 15, 2020, 01:37 PM
How much ice is on the sheet?  Edges should lock back up quick with the cold.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Jan 15, 2020, 02:41 PM
Quote from: lowaccord66
link=topic=300352.msg4047383#msg4047383 date=1579106712
Most edges are 6' from shore.  Word to anyone who may get on.  You may find an increased gap in the ice to shore from the morning to afternoon.

Nothing like planking off the Ice middle of january
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 15, 2020, 05:07 PM
Most edges are 6' from shore.  Word to anyone who may get on.  You may find an increased gap in the ice to shore from the morning to afternoon.
Don’t be modest I’d say 8 or 9’
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2020, 06:43 PM
Don’t be modest I’d say 8 or 9’
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And the lake level is rising still.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 15, 2020, 07:13 PM
And the lake level is rising still.
lottttttta water runs down into that lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 15, 2020, 07:45 PM
Please , anyone,  don't throw picnic tables in to gain access. 
Things will get better. Good thing come to those that wait and are respectful.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 15, 2020, 09:07 PM
should lock good by weekend depending on this snow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 15, 2020, 09:11 PM
-1 tmrw -2 Friday night looks like winters finally back for another couple weeks lets see what she does  ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 15, 2020, 09:47 PM
Please , anyone,  don't throw picnic tables in to gain access. 
Things will get better. Good thing come to those that wait and are respectful.

X2.  No need.  If you want on that bad bring waders and its no problem.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 16, 2020, 08:57 AM
Please , anyone,  don't throw picnic tables in to gain access. 
Things will get better. Good thing come to those that wait and are respectful.

Yup, furthermore, who looks at a picnic table and says "oh yeah, let's just toss this in the water and use that"

That's the crap that's give ice fisherman a bad rep

Maroons  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 16, 2020, 09:15 AM
Fyi shore to ice is now greater than 10ft. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Jan 16, 2020, 09:43 AM
Heading up towards schroon Friday morning. Sounds Like we won't be fishing Schroon. Anyone have conditions for Paradox and Eagle?

Thanks in advance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 16, 2020, 10:05 AM
Heading up towards schroon Friday morning. Sounds Like we won't be fishing Schroon. Anyone have conditions for Paradox and Eagle?

Thanks in advance

I read on Facebook I think that someone put a leg through on Paradox within the last day or two. I also read South Bay opened up completely.

I think I'm skiing powder Sunday instead of fishing  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 16, 2020, 11:08 AM
cold tonight lets hope it mends things, supposed to fish sunday Monday lets see what happens
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 16, 2020, 12:24 PM
Heading up towards schroon Friday morning. Sounds Like we won't be fishing Schroon. Anyone have conditions for Paradox and Eagle?

Thanks in advance
Edges are bad on Paradox as well
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 16, 2020, 03:26 PM
If schroon edges are in rough shape, it’s a good chance paradox is in the same condition because paradox flows into schroon and then schroon flows into paradox like a retaining pond... so usually water levels are identical.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 16, 2020, 04:29 PM
bring a row boat
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 16, 2020, 04:32 PM
Heading up towards schroon Friday morning. Sounds Like we won't be fishing Schroon. Anyone have conditions for Paradox and Eagle?

Thanks in advance

try to get on schroon, bring planks and waders use spud and post ice report here lol  ;D ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Jan 16, 2020, 05:03 PM
Anyone planning on planking on saturday? (Either paradox or Schroon)
Could be better by then with the cold??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 16, 2020, 06:18 PM
Your welcome to all the shingles that blew off my roof today.
2020 ice season sucks imo.
2019 was much better.

(https://i.postimg.cc/F719TSd2/20200116-142210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F719TSd2)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 16, 2020, 06:21 PM
Your welcome to all the shingles that blew off my roof today.
2020 ice season sucks imo.
2019 was much better.

(https://i.postimg.cc/F719TSd2/20200116-142210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F719TSd2)

That’s an understatement
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JTrottaNY on Jan 16, 2020, 06:53 PM
Your welcome to all the shingles that blew off my roof today.
2020 ice season sucks imo.
2019 was much better.

(https://i.postimg.cc/F719TSd2/20200116-142210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F719TSd2)

Looks like home owners insurance just bought you a new roof... atleast were all in the same boat your not watching everyone else catch fish while you're stuck on the sideline- could always be worse!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 16, 2020, 07:09 PM
Homeowners insurance just provides me from being sued by nitwits.
My home repairs and buildings come outta my pocket and skin off my back
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 16, 2020, 07:56 PM
Homeowners insurance just provides me from being sued by nitwits.
My home repairs and buildings come outta my pocket and skin off my back
.

I do work for a big roofing company. They always when you see huge clumps come off like that it was done too cold or the gun was too hot. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Jan 16, 2020, 08:19 PM
 ;D yup. . Dam you Tuna you did it wrong  ::) . . You should have throttle fly his drone over when you fix it to make sure that you do it right. . LOL. .  :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 16, 2020, 08:26 PM
;D yup. . Dam you Tuna you did it wrong  ::) . . You should have throttle fly his drone over when you fix it to make sure that you do it right. . LOL. .  :o

 Lol. That drones got too much hp. It would blow the rest off.  I feel the pain. I just spend 14k on my roof this summer.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Jan 17, 2020, 07:51 AM
Seeing how LG probably won’t be a option this year, how is the perch fishing on schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 17, 2020, 08:56 AM
Seeing how LG probably won’t be a option this year, how is the perch fishing on schroon?

Dont say that just yet!!! Long range looks promising and guys at 307 were hopeful it would lock up by the Super Bowl (fingers crossed)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 17, 2020, 09:19 AM
Seeing how LG probably won’t be a option this year, how is the perch fishing on schroon?

A little early to make that call.   Low temps coming up we just need some windless nights and she locks up.   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: TimK on Jan 17, 2020, 09:29 AM
Seeing how LG probably won’t be a option this year, how is the perch fishing on schroon?

Were just entering the peroid of average ice over on LG, itll go.  Everyone only remembers whats most recent, which is several years of sooner than average ice.  If theres no ice by 2/15 then id give up hope.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mdougla1 on Jan 17, 2020, 09:43 AM
Were just entering the peroid of average ice over on LG, itll go.  Everyone only remembers whats most recent, which is several years of sooner than average ice.  If theres no ice by 2/15 then id give up hope.

x2
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2020, 10:55 AM
A little early to make that call.   Low temps coming up we just need some windless nights and she locks up.

Lg locked in March a few years back for a couple days.  I got out and made the most if it.  Slay fest.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 17, 2020, 11:18 AM
the queen should be fishable by Sunday id like to hope coming up Sunday n Monday lakes dropping so lets see what'll happen!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Meewum on Jan 17, 2020, 12:08 PM
What sections of LG are we seeing that's locked up and safe? LG webcams show open water and little to no ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 17, 2020, 12:11 PM
Has anyone been at Schroon today to see if the cold has helped the access points?

Thanks

Dave
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mdougla1 on Jan 17, 2020, 01:15 PM
the queen should be fishable by Sunday id like to hope coming up Sunday n Monday lakes dropping so lets see what'll happen!

by this sunday?   no chance

bays should button up Monday if the wind is calm

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fullThrottle on Jan 17, 2020, 03:15 PM
Has anyone been at Schroon today to see if the cold has helped the access points?

Thanks

Dave

Someone posted an ice report on fb. They said they shoreline locked back up. 6-8 inches of ice.  They had a sled out on it yesterday.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 17, 2020, 03:49 PM
by this sunday?   no chance

bays should button up Monday if the wind is calm

queen as in schroon fellas sorry for that confusion, George is always the king in my eyes all hail KING GEORGE
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 17, 2020, 07:28 PM
anyone come across any hunts in there travels to bait shops the last couple weeks? seems no-one has them so far idk if its early to get them or what the deal is but they seem far and few between
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 17, 2020, 07:43 PM
anyone come across any hunts in there travels to bait shops the last couple weeks? seems no-one has them so far idk if its early to get them or what the deal is but they seem far and few between
307 in lake George had them as of weds. Not sure now
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeremywhorf on Jan 17, 2020, 10:32 PM
Country Pets in Hudson Falls had hunts earlier this week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 21, 2020, 09:19 AM
Good morning all! I have never fished Schroon with my wheeler before. Always via foot. What is the best spot to be able to launch a wheeler and park with a trailer? I don't mind unhooking the trailer and putting it in a spot. I just wasn't sure if machines were allowed of the state launch on the north end. Thanks in advance!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 21, 2020, 09:26 AM
no problem on the north end for quad access was out all weekend

as for the fishing it was slower than usual, i landed 10 in two days from 13-23inches all on jigs
tip ups were quiet only a few flags and one lone 20in laker
fished 30-45 feet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 21, 2020, 10:06 AM
no problem on the north end for quad access was out all weekend

as for the fishing it was slower than usual, i landed 10 in two days from 13-23inches all on jigs
tip ups were quiet only a few flags and one lone 20in laker
fished 30-45 feet

So you can launch atvs at the state launch behind stewarts?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 21, 2020, 12:51 PM
Any info on ice conditions on the south end of the lake? Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 21, 2020, 01:49 PM
So you can launch atvs at the state launch behind stewarts?

Sure can.  Ive "launched" my tahoe from there!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 21, 2020, 02:28 PM
Sure can.  Ive "launched" my tahoe from there!

😭😭😭 smoke show
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walt80 on Jan 21, 2020, 03:22 PM
My brother and I fished off the campsite this morning.  There is about 7 inches of ice.  We were after perch and we caught a bunch.  Sadly the majority were dinks.  It was a healthy walk to the bay.  almost too much for old timers like us.  First time out this year and we enjoyed the day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RicketyIceRigs on Jan 21, 2020, 03:42 PM
What bay off of the campsite. I wanna take my 10 year old son and nephew this weekend and they are all about catching fish. They have perch tournaments all summer long. They just don't have the patience yet for the lakers. What were you catching them on and about how deep?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 21, 2020, 04:45 PM
What bay off of the campsite. I wanna take my 10 year old son and nephew this weekend and they are all about catching fish. They have perch tournaments all summer long. They just don't have the patience yet for the lakers. What were you catching them on and about how deep?

He’s talking off eagle point camp grounds I assume and also as far as schroon perch go, the rats are everywhere. The schools of 3-6” perch there are in the thousands and will be in any hole you cut from 20-60’ of water. In December when I was bass fishing from my boat out there, I was catching perch accidentally out in 70-80’ right on rock bottom that were solid 10”+ keepers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: komo15 on Jan 22, 2020, 05:07 AM
Hi everyone, been tracking this thread for years.  Wives family is from Queensbury, heading there this weekend, they ski, i fish!!  I was looking for insight on which vehicle i should bring, atv or snowmobile?  I guess, how much snow on top?  I also noticed people seem to be impartial to snowmobiles on this thread, which honestly i prefer over the wheeler, and can assure you I will not be buzzing around!  Im there strictly to slaughter your lake trout and will release everyone of them after a quick pick!  Thanks for your help!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 22, 2020, 05:53 AM
Hi everyone, been tracking this thread for years.  Wives family is from Queensbury, heading there this weekend, they ski, i fish!!  I was looking for insight on which vehicle i should bring, atv or snowmobile?  I guess, how much snow on top?  I also noticed people seem to be impartial to snowmobiles on this thread, which honestly i prefer over the wheeler, and can assure you I will not be buzzing around!  Im there strictly to slaughter your lake trout and will release everyone of them after a quick pick!  Thanks for your help!
With almost a foot on the lake and another dumping coming leave the wheeler at home
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 22, 2020, 05:54 AM
Hi everyone, been tracking this thread for years.  Wives family is from Queensbury, heading there this weekend, they ski, i fish!!  I was looking for insight on which vehicle i should bring, atv or snowmobile?  I guess, how much snow on top?  I also noticed people seem to be impartial to snowmobiles on this thread, which honestly i prefer over the wheeler, and can assure you I will not be buzzing around!  Im there strictly to slaughter your lake trout and will release everyone of them after a quick pick!  Thanks for your help!
With almost a foot on the lake and another dumping coming leave the wheeler at home
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: komo15 on Jan 22, 2020, 06:12 AM
Thanks Honkey!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 22, 2020, 06:34 AM
😭😭😭 smoke show


(https://i.postimg.cc/Czn7mm0D/20190310-112936.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Czn7mm0D)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 22, 2020, 07:47 AM
Thanks Honkey!
More fun Efficient and faster I’ll be out this weekend tight lines
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 22, 2020, 01:12 PM
Out on wheelers today on north end , no problem getting around.   Ice is about 8-9 inches of good ice out to island .   Seen a few guys in narrows.    Slow fishing .   
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 22, 2020, 06:36 PM
There is definitely not 12” of snow on the lake. I was on paradox today and even 6” of snow might be pushing it. Easy transport on a atv right now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 22, 2020, 06:59 PM
Probably 3-5” snow and an inch of slush on top fished today 👍🏻 Looks like a big pressure ridge going all the way across if you were to head south out of eagle  be careful if u venture out only 4-6” down there probably not ready for any machines just yet
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 22, 2020, 07:15 PM
There is definitely not 12” of snow on the lake. I was on paradox today and even 6” of snow might be pushing it. Easy transport on a atv right now.
What did you have for ice on Paradox?  I was on Eagle today and the was 8" black ice there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 22, 2020, 08:43 PM
What did you have for ice on Paradox?  I was on Eagle today and the was 8" black ice there.

No idea. I took a drive up to strictly walk out and take a look to see if I can get through the channel into the big lake. They are riding sleds out there off the nys trail and guys fishing with atv’s so I would imagine it’s around 8” as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 23, 2020, 06:49 AM
With almost a foot on the lake and another dumping coming leave the wheeler at home

You need a ruler LMAO.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 23, 2020, 09:43 AM
You need a ruler LMAO.
9” is pretty damn close to a foot you must be measuring with the same ruler most guys measuring ice with this year ha  :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 23, 2020, 12:55 PM
Probably 3-5” snow and an inch of slush on top fished today 👍🏻 Looks like a big pressure ridge going all the way across if you were to head south out of eagle  be careful if u venture out only 4-6” down there probably not ready for any machines just yet

Thanks for the pics.  Looked like 3-5" of snow to me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 23, 2020, 01:21 PM
There definitely is not even close to 9” out there for snow. The snow didn’t even get over the top of my work boots. Come on now.

Dang, I’m gonna start handing out tape measures for free.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: perchinmybucket on Jan 23, 2020, 01:31 PM
There definitely is not even close to 9” out there for snow. The snow didn’t even get over the top of my work boots. Come on now.

Dang, I’m gonna start handing out tape measures for free.

Before you start giving them out for free Atleast make sure they know how to use it. That’s the first step lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 23, 2020, 01:46 PM
What did you have for ice on Paradox?  I was on Eagle today and the was 8" black ice there.

On Paradox today .   About 8-10” in the spots I drilled .  Snow is a little deeper then Schroon, but no problem with the quads .
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 23, 2020, 01:49 PM
There definitely is not even close to 9” out there for snow. The snow didn’t even get over the top of my work boots. Come on now.

Dang, I’m gonna start handing out tape measures for free.

Can i accept this offer come springtime, then tag along when you head north to your favorite adk honey hole? :whistle:  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 23, 2020, 02:44 PM
There definitely is not even close to 9” out there for snow. The snow didn’t even get over the top of my work boots. Come on now.

Dang, I’m gonna start handing out tape measures for free.
I found that one u dropped last weekend what was the notch at 2.5” for?!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 23, 2020, 06:00 PM
I found that one u dropped last weekend what was the notch at 2.5” for?!

Considering I haven’t been out ice fishing once this year, you clearly have the Wrong guy  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 23, 2020, 06:01 PM
Can i accept this offer come springtime, then tag along when you head north to your favorite adk honey hole? :whistle:  ;D

Are you friends with me on fb?

I fish a lot during open water and travel a lot. A lot of times I will bring new people. Just get ahold of me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Qwertyuiop on Jan 23, 2020, 08:13 PM
any big pike in schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 23, 2020, 08:18 PM
U could say that
(https://i.postimg.cc/23KRdbrr/E3-A32-FAB-8-AEA-439-C-8-AE4-F3056-D0-DC775.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23KRdbrr)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 24, 2020, 07:07 AM
Got this guy the other day. Definitely some toothy critters in there. Lost a battle with one after almost 40 minutes a couple weeks ago  :(
(https://i.postimg.cc/sv6vCZYL/79542490-1-EE1-48-C5-9-FB8-299-DEF2-C771-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sv6vCZYL)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 24, 2020, 10:07 AM
Looks like you’ll be willing to grab my sled and measure snow for me this weekend???
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 24, 2020, 10:11 AM
Heading up in the morning with the wheeler. I'll report back snow depth when I get on the ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 24, 2020, 10:36 AM
any big pike in schroon?

Giants.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 24, 2020, 02:46 PM
Half inch of rain coming  :o
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 24, 2020, 02:56 PM
Half inch of rain coming  :o

Saturday looks ok. Light rain/snow starting in the afternoon. Heaviest is supposed to be Saturday night into Sunday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 24, 2020, 04:51 PM
Nice day on Schroon today. 9-10" ice, 3" snow.  Targeted jumbo perch, ended up with about 20 of these fatties and we quit at 1pm.

(https://i.postimg.cc/grvvRxNx/82939585-10215046591819381-7796318583813832704-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/grvvRxNx)

(https://i.postimg.cc/5Xkv1LNR/84393570-10215046589619326-5612403421186359296-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Xkv1LNR)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 24, 2020, 04:55 PM
Half inch of rain coming  :o

Awesome. I have plans to come up Saturday night stay until Tuesday afternoon. Assuming a half inch of rain Saturday evening, anyone have an idea what the delay is in terms of the lake level rising? Like does that much rain overnight Saturday mean there could be big shore gaps by Monday? Tuesday?

Any experience there would be helpful since I haven't booked a stay yet and it's not too late to change plans.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 24, 2020, 05:25 PM
Won't affect it at all. Some of that precip will come down as wet snow, sleet, and some freezing rain. Turning colder afterward.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 24, 2020, 05:48 PM
Won't affect it at all. Some of that precip will come down as wet snow, sleet, and some freezing rain. Turning colder afterward.

Killer, just booked at the Leaf!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 24, 2020, 09:00 PM
Awesome. I have plans to come up Saturday night stay until Tuesday afternoon. Assuming a half inch of rain Saturday evening, anyone have an idea what the delay is in terms of the lake level rising? Like does that much rain overnight Saturday mean there could be big shore gaps by Monday? Tuesday?

Any experience there would be helpful since I haven't booked a stay yet and it's not too late to change plans.

I'm up here too.  Air bnb'd an entire house. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RicketyIceRigs on Jan 25, 2020, 02:19 PM
Looking for any free advice anyone can offer. I have a ten year old son who found his passion for cast fishing 4 or 5 years ago. Because of that, 3 or so years ago we decided to make it a four season hobby. Thus, we tried our luck ice fishing Schroon with little to know luck. Lets just say the little luck was because of the wind. Last year we started to get serious about jigging and did break down and buy a sonar machine. So by the end of the season we did wind up landing two small lakers. We have a camp near Schroon, so it is our go to location. Before my son gets anymore discouraged, I am looking for any advice on what to invest in for jigging lakers or perch. Last year, the two we landed were on a white 1/8 oz jigging head and 3" Gulp Smelt. May of just been luck, because we are not getting squat this year. Marking something down there. Just cant get anything to bite. Any advice on what to try or an improved technique would be much appreciated.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njmar75 on Jan 25, 2020, 02:28 PM
Hi...coming with atv...any public parking on the lake North side of the lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 25, 2020, 03:13 PM
Hi...coming with atv...any public parking on the lake North side of the lake?

Boat launch parking lot.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njmar75 on Jan 25, 2020, 03:28 PM
Boat launch parking lot.
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 25, 2020, 03:35 PM
I'm up here too.  Air bnb'd an entire house.
Always stayed at the leaf also. 
Not familiar with how that works. 
Good,  bad or indifferent  ?
Do you really need to do research and recommendation from actual live people or is the network pretty accurate  ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: komo15 on Jan 25, 2020, 04:41 PM
Looking for any free advice anyone can offer. I have a ten year old son who found his passion for cast fishing 4 or 5 years ago. Because of that, 3 or so years ago we decided to make it a four season hobby. Thus, we tried our luck ice fishing Schroon with little to know luck. Lets just say the little luck was because of the wind. Last year we started to get serious about jigging and did break down and buy a sonar machine. So by the end of the season we did wind up landing two small lakers. We have a camp near Schroon, so it is our go to location. Before my son gets anymore discouraged, I am looking for any advice on what to invest in for jigging lakers or perch. Last year, the two we landed were on a white 1/8 oz jigging head and 3" Gulp Smelt. May of just been luck, because we are not getting squat this year. Marking something down there. Just cant get anything to bite. Any advice on what to try or an improved technique would be much appreciated.

This is what i was using, it was a powerbait minnow, 3/8 minnow jig.  Just so happened to take a couple picks of the lure today, caught 7, left once the rain picked up.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYqTBCBc/0125200934c.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYqTBCBc)

(https://i.postimg.cc/k6kyjQTB/0125201052b-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6kyjQTB)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: komo15 on Jan 25, 2020, 05:05 PM
I caught all 7 in 26ft, tried 63, and 45, went back to 26.  Some tips are jig it off the bottom, let it hit the bottom, up and down 5-10 times, real it up about 5 ft and just easily wiggle for a bit watching sonar.  Repeat.  If one comes in, take it away, make him chase it, they will chase it all the way to the top.  Doesn't hit, let it free fall, they will hit it on the drop, you can literally go from top to bottom on your freefall, watching the fish chase it the entire way to the bottom.  They will also pick it up off the bottom, but the hungry ones will chase aggressively.  Hope this helps to put you and your son on some lake trout, at schroon or anywhere there is lake trout!!! Same game.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RicketyIceRigs on Jan 25, 2020, 07:43 PM
I appreciate the info guys. Makes me feel better that we are not far off from doing things right. From what I am seeing and reading, we might need some heavier jigs though. We did have some chasing today, but thought they might be perch or something. they just wouldn't hit. Maybe we gave up to soon and should of let them chase all the way up to the ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: egriffin70 on Jan 25, 2020, 11:02 PM
Always stayed at the leaf also. 
Not familiar with how that works. 
Good,  bad or indifferent  ?
Do you really need to do research and recommendation from actual live people or is the network pretty accurate  ?

We have used them for hunting and ice fishing, Air BnB.  Love them, very economical if a bunch of guys go in and split the cost.  I haven’t seen many winter rentals though for the winter on schroon , most are warm weather rentals.  I know they have some on Oneida though for winter, and up towards Tupper and Colby. 


We use the leaf for schroon ,  just booked 2 nights this past week and we grill outside, nice owner. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 26, 2020, 07:32 AM
Never set an alarm, just getting set up near the launch. Off to a great start let's gooooo
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: njg0621 on Jan 26, 2020, 08:57 AM

(https://i.postimg.cc/9wrJj4nt/IMG-20200125-103308.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9wrJj4nt)

Only fished until noon before the rain yesterday. Managed to get a nice salmon and perch. Lakers were looking but not biting
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 26, 2020, 01:47 PM
Always stayed at the leaf also. 
Not familiar with how that works. 
Good,  bad or indifferent  ?
Do you really need to do research and recommendation from actual live people or is the network pretty accurate  ?

Its pretty accurate RJ.  This one is right next to the general store to the left.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 26, 2020, 02:35 PM
Thanks.  Since its spring like and things are shot on my lake.  Figured I'd cut some free roadside wood.  4 loads today.
Next weekend I'm just gonna truck on u to shroom lake.

I always do a vacation presidents week just for shroom and lake George so thanks for the info.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigace on Jan 26, 2020, 07:43 PM
How’s ice looking on schroon? I fish out the town of Adirondack if that helps
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 27, 2020, 05:40 AM
How’s ice looking on schroon? I fish out the town of Adirondack if that helps
narrows and north end have 9-10
was out of Adirondack yesterday stuck closeish to sure and had plenty of ice didn't measure but 6-7 or so inches maybe 8 in places guys with sleds and wheelers all over, guys just flying over that big section of open water we had couple weeks ago between narrows and south basin with no care in world
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Loudmouth879 on Jan 27, 2020, 09:08 AM
narrows and north end have 9-10
 guys just flying over that big section of open water we had couple weeks ago between narrows and south basin with no care in world

As long as they don't stop they're good lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2020, 11:13 AM
Thanks.  Since its spring like and things are shot on my lake.  Figured I'd cut some free roadside wood.  4 loads today.
Next weekend I'm just gonna truck on u to shroom lake.

I always do a vacation presidents week just for shroom and lake George so thanks for the info.

I can send you a link.  I was offered a free night on my next booking for having stayed twice. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Jan 27, 2020, 12:16 PM
any pike being caught in the narrows
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 28, 2020, 11:36 AM
Really slow few days on the north end but stuck my PB laker off the island yesterday. 27" to the tip of the tail. Watched it on the sonar come in behind a school of smelt and hammered my lure. 25ft down over 80 fow, white rattle bait on a trout rod with 5lb braid

(https://i.postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH/20200128-120311.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 28, 2020, 11:41 AM
Beautiful fish! I was right there on Saturday. Slow day for sure. Glad to see the slowness was worth it! Had to be a fun fight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 28, 2020, 01:39 PM
Really slow few days on the north end but stuck my PB laker off the island yesterday. 27" to the tip of the tail. Watched it on the sonar come in behind a school of smelt and hammered my lure. 25ft down over 80 fow, white rattle bait on a trout rod with 5lb braid

(https://i.postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH/20200128-120311.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH)

Thats a good one!  I got one of similar size and stature last year.  Sorry we didnt get a chance to meet up, I got sick and left town early Sunday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 28, 2020, 02:33 PM
Really slow few days on the north end but stuck my PB laker off the island yesterday. 27" to the tip of the tail. Watched it on the sonar come in behind a school of smelt and hammered my lure. 25ft down over 80 fow, white rattle bait on a trout rod with 5lb braid
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH/20200128-120311.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDD7TxyH)
Awesome fish bud!!! fished this weekend also glad another big fish chewed had a 29” 8.4# on digital on the south end Sunday also 11 trout iced in two days between 3 guys one guy only iced one short.... slower then we hope for but atleast some fish where iced
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 28, 2020, 05:57 PM
How many inches of ice did you have on the south end? Wanted to bring my sled up this week out of the south end, thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 28, 2020, 06:41 PM
How many inches of ice did you have on the south end? Wanted to bring my sled up this week out of the south end, thanks
didn't measure and won't give out ice thickness or snow totals on here anymore learned fast lol, will say that few guys out with sled and wheelers this weekend thickness varied a little I didn't fish too far out and all machines I noticed stuck closer to shorelines you should have no problems
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MuskieMike on Jan 29, 2020, 05:10 AM
Anybody know ice thickness in middle of Lake, between Clarks Island and Grove Point ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 29, 2020, 05:29 AM
8-10 solid ice was out the other day w the quad
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 29, 2020, 07:47 AM
Anybody know ice thickness in middle of Lake, between Clarks Island and Grove Point ?
Lots of ice there and even more people, catch em up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bwlin13 on Jan 29, 2020, 08:45 AM
Heading up tmw i normally fish northend of lake thinking of hitting narrows where is place to park so walk isnt that bad thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Jan 29, 2020, 08:50 AM
First time after the Lakers this year and it didnt dissapoint!
(https://i.postimg.cc/mr9sytTM/Screenshot-20200128-114917-Video-Player-01.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BnKSMhgX/20200128-113439-01.jpg)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 29, 2020, 09:34 AM
Damn beautiful fish : :clap:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jake1 on Jan 29, 2020, 10:48 AM
Sweet pic, some teeth on those critters
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JTrottaNY on Jan 29, 2020, 11:38 AM
First time after the Lakers this year and it didnt dissapoint!
(https://i.postimg.cc/mr9sytTM/Screenshot-20200128-114917-Video-Player-01.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BnKSMhgX/20200128-113439-01.jpg)

Nice fish and great shots!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 29, 2020, 12:20 PM
Nice fish and great shots!

X2!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 29, 2020, 02:06 PM
First time after the Lakers this year and it didnt dissapoint!
(https://i.postimg.cc/mr9sytTM/Screenshot-20200128-114917-Video-Player-01.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BnKSMhgX/20200128-113439-01.jpg)
Congrats!, you get dimensions of the beast?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 29, 2020, 03:38 PM
Thats a good one!  I got one of similar size and stature last year.  Sorry we didnt get a chance to meet up, I got sick and left town early Sunday.

Yeah, pretty stoked about that one! Bummer man, hope the trip didn't get cut too short!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 29, 2020, 03:43 PM
Beautiful fish! I was right there on Saturday. Slow day for sure. Glad to see the slowness was worth it! Had to be a fun fight.

Slow goes without saying. I fished almost 30 hours from Sunday morning to Tuesday afternoon. I went up to try to ice a salmon for the first time, which happened 3 hours into the first day, little 17" guy on a trap. Other than the big one I only caught 4 other lakers the entire time, between 15' and 20", 3 jigging and one on a salmon trap. The big one was definitely a lot of fun on the real light gear!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Jan 29, 2020, 03:44 PM
First time after the Lakers this year and it didnt dissapoint!
(https://i.postimg.cc/mr9sytTM/Screenshot-20200128-114917-Video-Player-01.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BnKSMhgX/20200128-113439-01.jpg)

That's a real nice one too man. Is that a wacky rigged soft plastic or did it just tear off??
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Jan 29, 2020, 05:01 PM
That's a real nice one too man. Is that a wacky rigged soft plastic or did it just tear off??

It's just torn
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Evil Tom on Jan 29, 2020, 05:56 PM
Nice fish I'm hoping to be that lucky when I'm there in Feb.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 29, 2020, 06:16 PM
Yeah, pretty stoked about that one! Bummer man, hope the trip didn't get cut too short!

It did.  I accessed some really skinny ice on LG for about 20 mins, realized it was sagging and bailed.  Decided to skip mdb madness and drove home.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 30, 2020, 09:45 AM
Any updates on the snow/slush situation on the lake?  I'll be on foot this weekend so I'm curious what I'll be in for.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 30, 2020, 12:29 PM
Layer of slush yesterday should be hardened up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 30, 2020, 12:36 PM
Layer of slush yesterday should be hardened up

Perfect!  Thanks for the update!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Jan 30, 2020, 03:29 PM
Any updates on the snow/slush situation on the lake?  I'll be on foot this weekend so I'm curious what I'll be in for.
It was solid today, easy walking.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kjo43 on Jan 30, 2020, 03:55 PM
It was solid today, easy walking.
need creepers?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 30, 2020, 04:10 PM
need creepers?
I recommend creepers 100% of the time u step on ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 30, 2020, 05:20 PM
need creepers?

They also wor great for dragging up an icy trail.
Hopefully see you there Saturday morning
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kjo43 on Jan 30, 2020, 05:52 PM
They also wor great for dragging up an icy trail.
Hopefully see you there Saturday morning

That’s the plan, will stop by...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:11 PM
I recommend creepers 100% of the time u step on ice

You coming Sat? Eagle?  Should be a group of 15 or so.  On ice for dark 30.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:13 PM
You coming Sat? Eagle?  Should be a group of 15 or so.  On ice for dark 30.
With my 5 buddies that makes 20 bringing both pop ups and the grill !
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:17 PM
With my 5 buddies that makes 20 bringing both pop ups and the grill !

Remember that morning at the canal when the headlamps descended from the hill?  Its gonna be like that. I'm excited sick of mdb.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:19 PM
Remember that morning at the canal when the headlamps descended from the hill?  Its gonna be like that. I'm excited sick of mdb.
😭 it was an invasion not one person even offered their name or a hand shake ...as for mdb I was there today that ice is smoked staying on eagle until we get another cold snap
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:23 PM
I think a bunch of guys are planning to do that for the duration of the season.  Works for me.  Fishmarket proved tanks still exist there.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:38 PM
I think a bunch of guys are planning to do that for the duration of the season.  Works for me.  Fishmarket proved tanks still exist there.
Tanks anddddddddd limits
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 30, 2020, 08:40 PM
Easy limits!  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 31, 2020, 08:34 AM
You coming Sat? Eagle?  Should be a group of 15 or so.  On ice for dark 30.
Lol looks like I won’t be at eagle Saturday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Garufi518 on Jan 31, 2020, 09:02 AM
Lol looks like I won’t be at eagle Saturday
Stop by say what’s up big blue otter pop ups
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 31, 2020, 11:17 AM
Stop by say what’s up big blue otter pop ups
Thanks for invite just joined the board end of last ice season lurked a bunch but nice to be on here finally I will be just north of you guys around Adirondack might have to swing that way and meet the boys!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 31, 2020, 02:06 PM
Thanks for invite just joined the board end of last ice season lurked a bunch but nice to be on here finally I will be just north of you guys around Horicon might have to swing that way and meet the boys!

Please leave a couple in there for me on Monday. You dont need to land an 8# fish on back to back weekends. sharing is caring!  @) :whistle:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 31, 2020, 02:11 PM
Please leave a couple in there for me on Monday. You dont need to land an #8 fish on back to back weekends. sharing is caring!  @) :whistle:

Once we are done...those lakers will be nursing sore mouths.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 31, 2020, 03:09 PM
Once we are done...those lakers will be nursing sore mouths.
I’m afraid so buddy!  ;) Post of your guys fish totals on here curious to see the damage 20 sharpies can do! Epic catch em up fellas I’ll look out for the shanty town down that way  :tipup:  :tipup: :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 01, 2020, 05:53 PM
Once we are done...those lakers will be nursing sore mouths.

Well the only soreness I seen from eagle point today was our legs and back on the top of the hill.
Of the 50 or so traps I could see,  1 flag flew and 1 fish iced.
I drilled 3 holes and just jiged.  4 bites in total,  zero trout iced,  2 dink perch
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 01, 2020, 07:01 PM
slow day on the north side too
i did manage 3  @17 ,20 and a nice 26incher
all on the jig
tip ups were only for show today zero flags
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(https://i.postimg.cc/Wds8WZ8h/CEF6-A4-E6-F2-F8-4-C7-C-AB98-76-A6394-CDCD1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Wds8WZ8h)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 01, 2020, 07:40 PM
Would anyone be willing to share some tips on how to target Lakers in Schroon? I've been up there twice this year and got skunked both times. For me, it's kind of a far drive to not catch fish. Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 01, 2020, 08:08 PM
At least you got out RJ.  I ended up skipping Eagle entirely. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 01, 2020, 08:44 PM
Yeah.  My ice season has sucked this year.  I've spent more time fishing in December than January.
Just not feeling the love . Given these temperatures,  I'll cut more firewood for the future tomorrow instead of fishing.
Pretty sure I'm canceling my usual winter ice vacation presidents week.
Instead of 20 weeks on ice in 2018-19, I'll be lucky to put 20 days on the hardwater this season
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 01, 2020, 09:06 PM
Its been a tough pill to swallow.  Went bowling with my daughter today instead of fishing.  Ill be over the deep water tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 01, 2020, 09:19 PM
At least you got out RJ.  I ended up skipping Eagle entirely.
crap, what happened? I didn’t see many shanties that way bite was decent a little north iced 10, 3 on tip ups
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 02, 2020, 12:41 PM
Well the firewood cutting was more productive than my fishing lately.  3 more loads of free roadside wood.
Hopefully your putting a smackdown on those char...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: JTrottaNY on Feb 02, 2020, 04:55 PM
Slow day in the middle (off Schroon Manor) too lol. The old man and I managed to jig up (4) over 18" and only one more off a jawjacker. All 19-26", all released.

About 8" ice everywhere we drilled.

*anyone loose some gear out of a sled? Found a broken dyna-glow heater and a bubble box on the main snowmobile trail.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 02, 2020, 05:21 PM
Nice. Better than a skunk and releasing lake trout is better than table fare,  imo.
Had 2 friends that ventured to the dead sea of eagle point today after my zip.
Well 10 traps out , zero fish.
Good luck to all that venture out.
My rest of season will be for panfish only
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Feb 03, 2020, 06:59 AM
Fished the north side Sunday 6am-11am. Nothing on 5 tip ups. Marked Maybe 5 fish and nothing seemed even remotely interested in chasing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 03, 2020, 10:14 AM
Everyone giving up and calling it a season huh? 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 03, 2020, 11:04 AM
Would anyone be willing to share some tips on how to target Lakers in Schroon? I've been up there twice this year and got skunked both times. For me, it's kind of a far drive to not catch fish. Thanks

Do you have electronics? Jigging or traps? When you have time, you should start on page 1 of this thread and read the entire thing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 03, 2020, 12:11 PM
Everyone giving up and calling it a season huh?

Not throwing in the towel but with spring like temperatures all winter it's been hard to get motivated this year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Butler03 on Feb 04, 2020, 11:38 AM
Is there any public access to Schroon off of Adirondack or South Shore Drive/Road?? Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 04, 2020, 11:40 AM
Is there any public access to Schroon off of Adirondack or South Shore Drive/Road?? Thanks
Read the back pages
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Feb 05, 2020, 06:50 AM
Fished north end yesterday. 1 laker jigging and a few chasers. Talked to a few guys on my way out and they got nothing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Feb 05, 2020, 09:33 AM
Nice. Better than a skunk and releasing lake trout is better than table fare,  imo.
Had 2 friends that ventured to the dead sea of eagle point today after my zip.
Well 10 traps out , zero fish.
Good luck to all that venture out.
My rest of season will be for panfish only

We were out there last Saturday.  Trip started off lousy with my helix 5 battery cable crapping out.  Manny and his Showdown saved the day so we at least weren't fishing blind.  We ended up with about a dozen as a group.  The biggest one, in the 4lb range, was on a tip up, I got one on the jig stick and my other buddy essentially using panfish jigs iced about 8-10 but they were all less than 15 inches.  He even got one that had parr marks.  I'll most likely be back in the area this coming weekend but can't decide what to target.  Would really like to ice my first walleye.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 05, 2020, 04:55 PM
We were the furthest 2 flip overs north of everyone else. Mine is in the picture looking south.
Of the traps I could see and paid attention,  1 flag, 1 fish. Not a lot of hoots and usual hollering associated with catching and the place clearing out around 2pm , I figured others were having the same struggles.
I was in 55 fow, 40 fow and 34 fow  just jigging.
When I finally realized it was dink perch chasing my laker lures I started hooking them dinks once I downsized.


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 09, 2020, 07:18 PM
I just wanted to thank:
Garufi518
Mikey Ice
flyfish413
kpd145
and everyone else on the forum for their advice on fishing for lake trout.
I braved the cold temperatures and landed four of them today.

This fish isn't very impressive but it is the first Lake trout I have ever caught:
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx/IMG-20200209-073942798-HDR-EFFECTS.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 10, 2020, 06:53 AM
If you caught on a tip up, don’t try to save the hook, cut the line.  If jigged, handle with care getting hook out.  This fish most likely will die, as it doesn’t appear to be. 18 inches.  Just some friendly advice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 10, 2020, 07:14 AM
If you caught on a tip up, don’t try to save the hook, cut the line.  If jigged, handle with care getting hook out.  This fish most likely will die, as it doesn’t appear to be. 18 inches.  Just some friendly advice.

I tried to get them all back in the water as soon as possible with minimum handling. I will try harder next time though. Thank you for your advice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 10, 2020, 07:23 AM
I tried to get them all back in the water as soon as possible with minimum handling.

Allot of blood, or is that yours.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Feb 10, 2020, 08:44 AM
I just wanted to thank:
Garufi518
Mikey Ice
flyfish413
kpd145
and everyone else on the forum for their advice on fishing for lake trout.
I braved the cold temperatures and landed four of them today.

This fish isn't very impressive but it is the first Lake trout I have ever caught:
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx/IMG-20200209-073942798-HDR-EFFECTS.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx)


good stuff my man. glad you got onto some fish, it was a tough weekend all around from what Im hearing.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Feb 10, 2020, 08:46 AM
I just wanted to thank:
Garufi518
Mikey Ice
flyfish413
kpd145
and everyone else on the forum for their advice on fishing for lake trout.
I braved the cold temperatures and landed four of them today.

This fish isn't very impressive but it is the first Lake trout I have ever caught:
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx/IMG-20200209-073942798-HDR-EFFECTS.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx)

Congrats on your first laker.
How was the snow on the lake last weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 10, 2020, 08:49 AM
Congrats on your first laker.
How was the snow on the lake last weekend?

There was a couple inches of snow (2-3" would be my guess) then a layer of slush under that. The slush froze pretty quick when exposed to the air.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 10, 2020, 09:01 AM
There was a couple inches of snow (2-3" would be my guess) then a layer of slush under that. The slush froze pretty quick when exposed to the air.

Sorry, wasn’t  busting your chops.  Just saw all the blood.
Congrats on your first laker.
Tip-ups or jigging?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 10, 2020, 09:14 AM
Sorry, wasn’t  busting your chops.  Just saw all the blood.
Congrats on your first laker.
Tip-ups or jigging?

Thanks wec. I was jigging.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 10, 2020, 10:09 AM
Thanks wec. I was jigging.

Great outing for the first time. Schroon has been weird this season, slower than normal.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 10, 2020, 10:51 AM
I just wanted to thank:
Garufi518
Mikey Ice
flyfish413
kpd145
and everyone else on the forum for their advice on fishing for lake trout.
I braved the cold temperatures and landed four of them today.

This fish isn't very impressive but it is the first Lake trout I have ever caught:
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx/IMG-20200209-073942798-HDR-EFFECTS.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RkVJ5Tx)

Ayyy nice job sir. Way to get out there and get it done!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 10, 2020, 11:42 AM
If you caught on a tip up, don’t try to save the hook, cut the line.  If jigged, handle with care getting hook out.  This fish most likely will die, as it doesn’t appear to be. 18 inches.  Just some friendly advice.

X2 and ditch the gloves...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 10, 2020, 01:12 PM
this season has sure been slow compared to years in the past and the weather has been great
so i figured lemme try fishing in crapty conditions and they were on the feed all am
the two of us landed 20plus lakers all on the jig sunday from 14-24inches in half a day
very aggressive bites
maybe i should just fish in lousy weather
ill be back again this weekend to cash in on schroon gold
ill probably hit LG friday b4 the crowds and hit schroon sat-monday
good luck
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 10, 2020, 04:29 PM
The worst weather always the better, download a barometer app and watch its trends crazy what it will show you and the patterns you’ll see.... when your out every weekend it don’t matter much anyway fishing’s fishing better then working..... good work on the jig tho man!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Feb 11, 2020, 06:12 AM
this season has sure been slow compared to years in the past and the weather has been great
so i figured lemme try fishing in crapty conditions and they were on the feed all am
the two of us landed 20plus lakers all on the jig sunday from 14-24inches in half a day
very aggressive bites
maybe i should just fish in lousy weather
ill be back again this weekend to cash in on schroon gold
ill probably hit LG friday b4 the crowds and hit schroon sat-monday
good luck
Good report! Headed up Friday thru Monday as well with two buddies if interested in fishing together.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Feb 11, 2020, 07:49 AM
Anyone fish for smelt on schooner? If so what are you using for bait.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jkrum10238 on Feb 11, 2020, 10:30 AM
Good report! Headed up Friday thru Monday as well with two buddies if interested in fishing together.
Headed up too, hoping to get on our first lakers. sat and sunday are free fishing days FYI
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 11, 2020, 10:34 AM
They eat halis and spikes but they run small on scroon they are ****censored word****ing paved usually in the narrows around the channel

I will second this. I mostly fish the narrows when im on schroon, but ive noticed a good number of smelt schools whenever im up there. Small hali jigs or tiny tungsten (both tipped with spikes) are what ive had the most success with when ive caught them. I imagine an perch eye would work well too if you dont have spikes 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 11, 2020, 11:57 AM
Ive used a bait net and scooped them at the hole.  Go predawn and have some shanty lights.  They will come.  They are usually pretty small.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 11, 2020, 06:50 PM
Any trophy sized pike caught yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hayner12578 on Feb 12, 2020, 07:57 AM
Heading up Friday.  Don't have a machine so will be hoofing it.  Can anyone tell me how the ice is and how much snow cover.   Reall y appreciate it.  Long ride up to not get out. Thanks and good luck!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lockdown199 on Feb 12, 2020, 08:16 AM
Was up there last week and had a couple of inches of snow on top of a solid 8 of ice. Not sure about how much snow on top now since a couple of fronts went through. Also I was up on the northern part of the lake so not sure about ice down south.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 12, 2020, 09:30 AM
Heading up Friday.  Don't have a machine so will be hoofing it.  Can anyone tell me how the ice is and how much snow cover.   Reall y appreciate it.  Long ride up to not get out. Thanks and good luck!
Can’t tell you about snow was on another lake last weekend but on schroon every weekend since December b4 that you’ll have no problem anywhere on foot the south ends got plenty of ice on it as well as the narrows and north end lots of guys with utvs wheelers and sleds
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 12, 2020, 09:32 AM
Any trophy sized pike caught yet?
Only a 36” and a 40” that I know of never got weights saw both fish, tho was laker fishing close and heard the hoots and hollers and went over to check it out when 6 guys are around one hole and then all screaming with a fish as half as long as them you know it’s decent!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 12, 2020, 09:46 AM
Heading up Friday.  Don't have a machine so will be hoofing it.  Can anyone tell me how the ice is and how much snow cover.   Reall y appreciate it.  Long ride up to not get out. Thanks and good luck!
Last Friday we had 15" snow, then it got mild so it didn't blow off. What tracks you can see from shore all have water and slush in them. One local I talked with this morning said he went out hauling a jet sled, was so miserable he turned around and went home!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hayner12578 on Feb 12, 2020, 11:38 AM
Thanks guys  Appreciate it
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Feb 12, 2020, 12:11 PM
where the pike in the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 12, 2020, 12:45 PM
where the pike in the narrows?

 Did I miss a memo where people were coughing up trophy pike spots for everyone to see on the www?   ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Feb 12, 2020, 03:41 PM
where the pike in the narrows?

I would guess in the water  ;D ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 12, 2020, 04:52 PM
Only a 36” and a 40” that I know of never got weights saw both fish, tho was laker fishing close and heard the hoots and hollers and went over to check it out when 6 guys are around one hole and then all screaming with a fish as half as long as them you know it’s decent!

They keep the 40”?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 12, 2020, 04:54 PM
I was on paradox last Sunday with my son. -16 when we got there... conditions were nasty! 10” of fresh snow ontop of 4” of standing water! I was forced to fish right infront of the launch, because my 6x6 was literally freezing up from the standing water and super cold temps. First time for that... I watched 8 different guys walk about 50-100’ out pulling a sled, and then say forget this and turn around and leave.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WdLHWt3W/FCE990-A2-9353-4-AD2-BEF3-EF756-BBD1723.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdLHWt3W)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 12, 2020, 06:31 PM
They keep the 40”?
yup sadly both gaffed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 12, 2020, 06:40 PM
yup sadly both gaffed

Darn. I hate thAt.

Isn’t gaffing illegal here, in Essex county?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 12, 2020, 07:54 PM
We gaffed a 42 " pike once on ice  in Essex county.  It was an awesome day.
There are good populations in many larger bodies of water that's totally underutilized.  To harvest and consume a fish is sportsmanship.  To kill a fish just for the purpose of skin mounts is more self serving.  If you are a c&r fisher more power but it's a game harvest sport.

Bow fishing carp is gross too
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 12, 2020, 08:36 PM
Darn. I hate thAt.

Isn’t gaffing illegal here, in Essex county?

Then don't gaff them and move on.  Live and let live. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 12, 2020, 09:00 PM
We gaffed a 42 " pike once on ice  in Essex county.  It was an awesome day.
There are good populations in many larger bodies of water that's totally underutilized.  To harvest and consume a fish is sportsmanship.  To kill a fish just for the purpose of skin mounts is more self serving.  If you are a c&r fisher more power but it's a game harvest sport.

Bow fishing carp is gross too

Hey, I’m guilty for skin mounts in my younger years, however with his replica mounts are today, I have changed my outlook towards keeping trophy’s... I get it’s to each their own kinda thing. I don’t have a problem with it....

I agree with you on the number of them in Essex... for sure there is a crazy amount of 40”+ pike trolling these waters... but if they are being kept at 36, 40”, etc, how are they gonna reach that 50” mark I plan to get too😂
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: MuskieMike on Feb 13, 2020, 03:59 AM
Was out Tuesday saw one ATV near boat launch, anybody see any machines making it out in the deep snow to in the middle of Lake, between Clarks Island and Grove Point ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 13, 2020, 06:11 AM
Darn. I hate thAt.

Isn’t gaffing illegal here, in Essex county?

Use of a gaff is legal while ice fishing.  Personally, if I was keeping a pike to eat, I would keep 30-35 inch , and let the the ones in the upper 30’s live another day, if I were to cat a 40 plus one, I would keep for a skin mount.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 13, 2020, 06:19 AM
Was out Tuesday saw one ATV near boat launch, anybody see any machines making it out in the deep snow to in the middle of Lake, between Clarks Island and Grove Point ?
Thought I saw tracks out there yesterday, but not sure.  I'll check today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 13, 2020, 07:11 AM
Thought I saw tracks out there yesterday, but not sure.  I'll check today.

How much snow overnight?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 13, 2020, 07:23 AM
only an inch of snow last night
the sleds flattened out most of the heavy snow from earlier in the week
travel on the lake should be fine
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: mono_mono on Feb 13, 2020, 07:33 AM
I've been on Big Pond (Finally) About a 90 minute drive for me. Lots of guys on it both times but you can get a spot and have fun. I would like to try Little Pond but can't find much on it. Is it worth the drag in and does it have the same species as Big Pond? And like others have said, you can mow your lawn 30 miles from these places and have 8" of ice when you pull up. They are shaded and high elevation
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 13, 2020, 08:27 AM
Hey, I’m guilty for skin mounts in my younger years, however with his replica mounts are today, I have changed my outlook towards keeping trophy’s... I get it’s to each their own kinda thing. I don’t have a problem with it....

I agree with you on the number of them in Essex... for sure there is a crazy amount of 40”+ pike trolling these waters... but if they are being kept at 36, 40”, etc, how are they gonna reach that 50” mark I plan to get too😂
I agree totally bud I’m from a little bit south and catch and release and selective harvest has always been instilled keep killing those big fish and the genes get wiped out too they didn’t even seem like the skin mount type I think they where just freezer fillers, I’ve never gotten a pike out of there nor do I really try but it’s just the concept, many lakes get wiped out on years like this where ice is far and few between lately
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 13, 2020, 09:08 AM
I'm definitely a freezer filler.  See,  we raise,  grow and harvest our foods instead of buying chemical laced store bought.
This is just 1 of our 4 full sized freezers.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 13, 2020, 09:50 AM
I'm definitely a freezer filler.  See,  we raise,  grow and harvest our foods instead of buying chemical laced store bought.
This is just 1 of our 4 full sized freezers.

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Nice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delawareriver on Feb 13, 2020, 10:53 AM
We gaffed a 42 " pike once on ice  in Essex county.  It was an awesome day.
There are good populations in many larger bodies of water that's totally underutilized.  To harvest and consume a fish is sportsmanship.  To kill a fish just for the purpose of skin mounts is more self serving.  If you are a c&r fisher more power but it's a game harvest sport.

Bow fishing carp is gross too

I agree 100% besides the bowfishing part. It been proven over and over how much common carp can effect the ecosystems in a negative way especially when left unchecked. While we don't personally eat them we do give a few to guys that do enjoy eating them and the rest are always found a use for be it on a farm for compost, bait for trapping, given them to raptor rehabilitation centers or 100 other uses. Renewable resource that actually hurts the ecosystem if not utilized.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 13, 2020, 11:48 AM
With how nice replica mounts are today. A couple pictures and a measurement of girth, the taxidermists can make you a practical spitting image of that fish. A 40" northern is at least 12-15 yrs old, wouldn't feel right keeping it personally. Especially if you were to eat it, those large fish have years of toxins built up in them and the meat is much tougher imo. To each their own though, as long as you arent wasting the fish and are within your limits, i try not to complain.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 13, 2020, 05:21 PM
My wife would never allow an animal or fish to hang inside our living quarters.  I'm cool with that.  What she will allow is foods on our table and some pictures to hang selectively as memories.

I'd eat a 12 year old large pike over wasting a 5 year old less meat harvest one. If your worried about all the toxins a 5 year older fish has , then just look at where your supermarket foods are coming from .
Its not like people are going out to over harvest large pike except for bragging rights , in general.
Not to say hammer handles need conservation control either.   It's all revenant.
First time I've ever heard of a meat from a fish being tough.  Hopefully the flakes or cakes aren't to chewy..lol

Bow hunting a fish is kinda strange to me. I've seen piles of carp just killed and dumped for the purpose of a so called sport. 
Carp can live up to 40 years.  They are actually beneficial in an ecosystem but yes, they also over populate with their long lifespan if not controlled. 
Is there a harvest solution,  I don't know  but as table fare they are not very viable.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 13, 2020, 09:40 PM
With how nice replica mounts are today. A couple pictures and a measurement of girth, the taxidermists can make you a practical spitting image of that fish. A 40" northern is at least 12-15 yrs old, wouldn't feel right keeping it personally. Especially if you were to eat it, those large fish have years of toxins built up in them and the meat is much tougher imo. To each their own though, as long as you arent wasting the fish and are within your limits, i try not to complain.

Agreed... what’s also nice about replicas, is at any given day if I have a change of heart, I can get one of the 11 pike over 40” I have caught in the last 7 years.... or I could get them all, as each fish has a story in its own. I have yet to actually get a replica made of the one I really want a replica of, in fear I drop $1k on a mount and while it’s being made, I land a bigger one. Trying to get to that 25lb+ range to really seal the deal. Although my 22lb I really should get done anyways because of the story in itself with that fish, and the build/ colors. Most beautiful fish I have ever seen.

I gotta be honest, it feels just as good to catch trophy’s like that, handle them for a minute, then release them and watch them swim away.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 14, 2020, 06:02 AM
Tuna - Tough might be wrong word, but i have noticed a different in taste/texture whenever i've had the opportunity to eat a larger fish, compared to smaller ones that i have harvested. Granted, ive only tasted a big pike once or twice so the sample size isn't significant by any means, and the cooking technique is always a variable. I dont mind fileting two smaller fish as none of it goes to waste for me. I use all the fish guts as fertilizer for the garden. I am an LG perchers best friend, as i have no issue taking home a limit of those overpopulated <7" fish  :roflmao:

(My tomatoes love perch and my neighbors rhubarb, one of the largest i've seen, is powered by pickerel ;D)

As for the toxins comment, it was in reference to biomagnification, which is the accumulation of toxins as you move up the food chain. No argument there with toxins and unnatural crap being added into the meat from the grocery store, i just try to be conscious of it in both situations.

Agreed... what’s also nice about replicas, is at any given day if I have a change of heart, I can get one of the 11 pike over 40” I have caught in the last 7 years.... or I could get them all, as each fish has a story in its own. I have yet to actually get a replica made of the one I really want a replica of, in fear I drop $1k on a mount and while it’s being made, I land a bigger one. Trying to get to that 25lb+ range to really seal the deal. Although my 22lb I really should get done anyways because of the story in itself with that fish, and the build/ colors. Most beautiful fish I have ever seen.

I gotta be honest, it feels just as good to catch trophy’s like that, handle them for a minute, then release them and watch them swim away.

Sounds like you know exactly how to get yourself that 25+lber. Get that mount started and the reverse jinx will be off and running. I feel like that's always how situations like that work out haha
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 17, 2020, 07:10 AM
A bunch of traps out and 3 guys jigging at narrows yesterday. Not 1 flag , not 1 bite nor did I see anyone of the few others out do anything.
Schroon has not treated us well this season.  2 skunks in last 2 outings. 
I'm  basically throwing in the towel there for the season and no more 2 hr road trips for ice.
Hopefully I can get on my local panfish lake today.  If not,  my season is over and time to move on.
Yeah I know there is still plenty ice to fish in other areas but so far this season and weather has been a huge disappointment for me, someone that usually fishes 2 days a week plus,  20 weeks a season.
Lake George is not on my radar right now.

Good luck to all that venture out
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Andrushkin on Feb 17, 2020, 09:37 AM
Tough weekend to fish for sure.

Plan was to fish all weekend but ending up fishing only Saturday. Set up in 40fow and marked fish between 30 and 35fow. Did not want anything that I had to offer so ended up
with one 21 on a jig and one 18 on a tip up with occasional perch here and there. Was to cold to move around much.

On a side note lots of snowmobiles out and great thanks to the one who run over my tip up. I know its extremely hard to see a heritage sticking out. Thanks because that's the one that caught a laker. Don't ask how, that's beyond me.

Back on Saturday.

Andre
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Feb 17, 2020, 04:53 PM
Brook Trout I caught yesterday on schroon in 4 feet of water on pike rig must of came in From River. Was Surprised when I pulled it up great day !!


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 17, 2020, 06:15 PM
A bunch of traps out and 3 guys jigging at narrows yesterday. Not 1 flag , not 1 bite nor did I see anyone of the few others out do anything.
Schroon has not treated us well this season.  2 skunks in last 2 outings. 
I'm  basically throwing in the towel there for the season and no more 2 hr road trips for ice.
Hopefully I can get on my local panfish lake today.  If not,  my season is over and time to move on.
Yeah I know there is still plenty ice to fish in other areas but so far this season and weather has been a huge disappointment for me, someone that usually fishes 2 days a week plus,  20 weeks a season.
Lake George is not on my radar right now.

Good luck to all that venture out


I’ve been told your panfish lake is good. The good waters on George are now fishable and by this weekend there should be a solid six inches in most spots.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 17, 2020, 06:38 PM
I was there today.  Big side good,  small side shoreline shot.
Fish didn't want to play. 
This season is a bust for me.
Time to turn off the news and build a garden

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 17, 2020, 06:55 PM
I was there today.  Big side good,  small side shoreline shot.
Fish didn't want to play. 
This season is a bust for me.
Time to turn off the news and build a garden

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Come to Lake George with me. We can get away from the crowds now and we’ll get fish. Just finished 2 days and landed a few😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 17, 2020, 07:20 PM
Thanks brother but not really interested in oil cans eventhough they are fun to play with.  I'll see what happens here on the perch bite this weekend then pack up my gear for another season.
Lots happening in the months ahead .
We have a garden to prepare,  livestock coming and a tour of 5 states, 5 shows in 8 days with Lukas Nelson and promise of the real ahead before stripers



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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 17, 2020, 07:32 PM
Thanks brother but not really interested in oil cans eventhough they are fun to play with.  I'll see what happens here on the perch bite this weekend then pack up my gear for another season.
Lots happening in the months ahead .
We have a garden to prepare,  livestock coming and a tour of 5 states, 5 shows in 8 days with Lukas Nelson and promise of the real ahead before stripers



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Plenty of perch in George
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 17, 2020, 07:55 PM
True but they are also here 15 minutes from my house without pressure. I'm pretty sure ship of fools would attest that fact.
Lake George is for the tourists.

More Lukas Nelson and POTR,  he's actually fished this lake and caught rock bass . Can't you tell from the red eyes,  lol

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 18, 2020, 04:42 AM
True but they are also here 15 minutes from my house without pressure. I'm pretty sure ship of fools would attest that fact.

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I love that place .....  but there's something about a fat 26 inch lake trout bulldogging it's way down to the bottom that has me catching and releasing lakers instead  ;D

I almost kept one yesterday .... first one flopped back in the hole after I unhooked it and I had the knife out ready to bleed the second one and changed my mind and let it go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 18, 2020, 10:18 AM
Was out on Schroon Monday, was a real challenge with a quad.  About 12" snow, with water and slush underneath. Measured 14" ice, 3" of that was white snow ice, rest was black ice, but it did drill unusually easily, so I found that weird.  Didn't make it to my preferred Laker spot, so we went to a spot where I used to keep my hard shanty years ago.  Always a good spot for Lakers and big jack perch.  No Lakers, but we did manage a number of big, fat 14" perch.  Snowmobiles are definitely the way to go right now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 18, 2020, 10:31 AM
Was out on Schroon Monday, was a real challenge with a quad.  About 12" snow, with water and slush underneath. Measured 14" ice, 3" of that was white snow ice, rest was black ice, but it did drill unusually easily, so I found that weird.  Didn't make it to my preferred Laker spot, so we went to a spot where I used to keep my hard shanty years ago.  Always a good spot for Lakers and big jack perch.  No Lakers, but we did manage a number of big, fat 14" perch.  Snowmobiles are definitely the way to go right now.

Huh ?
We were out Sunday at narrows with about 4" really compressed packed snow on the lake.  There was frozen slush underneath.  We walked all the way across and to the north . Walking was easy and an ATV would have been simple
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 18, 2020, 10:43 AM
Huh ?
We were out Sunday at narrows with about 4" really compressed packed snow on the lake.  There was frozen slush underneath.  We walked all the way across and to the north . Walking was easy and an ATV would have been simple
We went out in town at the launch and headed south.  The snowmobile roads were ok, but it was a chore when you hit a slush pocket, even for my 750.  Untouched snow had water underneath, tuff going on a quad and on foot.  Came home pretty sore, was popping advil,s like they were skittles!!!  :wacko:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: seadog8 on Feb 18, 2020, 11:30 AM
Took my son out on Monday for his first time ice fishing Schroon.
we fished the Narrows. Managed 2 lakers .  One was a decent size.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Feb 18, 2020, 01:16 PM
We fished Sunday and went off the town launch as well. I can vouch for the 12” of slush. 2 snowmobiled and a quad and the quad barely got through. Walking around was like tying 10 lb sand bags on your feet. Did manage 4 fish and 2 keepers, one on tip up and first one on my new jaw Jacker. That was cool 😎
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 20, 2020, 09:03 AM
This made it worth Monday's effort.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 20, 2020, 01:23 PM
This made it worth Monday's effort.

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Looks good Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BALLSTHATCLANK on Feb 24, 2020, 09:43 AM
How is traveling on the lake with a wheeler after the cold snap last week? Looking to get my first run of the year in with my son and grandson next Saturday. I have a real hard time moving (bad hip) but my doc gave me some meds that have done wonders and I need to take advantage of it. Thanks for any updates in advance! Tight lines to all!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Feb 24, 2020, 09:48 AM
ice travel sucked last week alot of slush for a quad if u have a snowmobile youll be fine
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 24, 2020, 02:43 PM
How is traveling on the lake with a wheeler after the cold snap last week? Looking to get my first run of the year in with my son and grandson next Saturday. I have a real hard time moving (bad hip) but my doc gave me some meds that have done wonders and I need to take advantage of it. Thanks for any updates in advance! Tight lines to all!
Hey good luck with that hip, had both of mine replaced last year this time so I know how restrictive it can be.  Was out there today with my quad, best going in several weeks, traveled about a mile from the state launch in Schroon, never broke through once, even with the warmer conditions this afternoon.  Deep snow has really settled, walked on top almost everywhere.  Snowmobile roads were hard as a rock as well.  17" ice where we fished, 10" black ice, 7" white ice.  Nobody was on the lake today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BALLSTHATCLANK on Feb 25, 2020, 06:08 AM
Sounds good! Looking forward to getting out! Should have a new hip for next year so I can hit it early and more often! I really appreciate the update! We will post photos. We catch and release to keep the population strong! Can't wait for my 5 year old grandson to hand line a laker in!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 26, 2020, 06:58 AM
Schroon derby March 7 anyone fishing?!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Feb 26, 2020, 09:36 AM
Sounds good! Looking forward to getting out! Should have a new hip for next year so I can hit it early and more often! I really appreciate the update! We will post photos. We catch and release to keep the population strong! Can't wait for my 5 year old grandson to hand line a laker in!

New hip is a life changer.  You will be a totally new man in less than a couple of months.  Don't let them tell you they won't do it.  I got a second opinion in Boston and I had a new hip in short order and I'm back to living my life in almost zero pain.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2020, 11:52 AM
New hip is a life changer.  You will be a totally new man in less than a couple of months.  Don't let them tell you they won't do it.  I got a second opinion in Boston and I had a new hip in short order and I'm back to living my life in almost zero pain.
Truth, I had mine done 4 weeks apart at Albany Med using the newer frontal entrance, quick recovery, I was shed hunting 2 weeks after my second hip done and this fall deer hunting these mountains I got back to places I had not been to in twenty years!  Absolutely no hindrances ice fishing this winter.  As for the derby, yeah I'll be out there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Feb 27, 2020, 09:25 AM
Truth, I had mine done 4 weeks apart at Albany Med using the newer frontal entrance, quick recovery, I was shed hunting 2 weeks after my second hip done and this fall deer hunting these mountains I got back to places I had not been to in twenty years!  Absolutely no hindrances ice fishing this winter.  As for the derby, yeah I'll be out there.

That’s funny you say that, they told my dad he couldn’t get a hip because of a car accident when he was younger and he found a doc who said it was a go, similar great results.  Glad he got the second opinion.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lakerman on Feb 27, 2020, 11:04 AM
how much snow now on ice
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ntbaseball07 on Feb 28, 2020, 06:50 AM
Schroon derby March 7 anyone fishing?!


I’ll be heading up from Massachusetts to fish the derby this year. Have a group of 9 of us heading up. It’s been 5 years since I’ve fished the tournament, always have a great time. Good luck to everyone!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: gitthegaff on Feb 28, 2020, 08:02 AM
Whats the Prizes given at the Derby ?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Feb 28, 2020, 08:05 AM
Whats the Prizes given at the Derby ?

Here's some info

https://www.adirondack.net/event/ice-fishing-derby-118722/
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: walleye03 on Feb 28, 2020, 09:10 AM
Can anyone provide a report of how much ice there is up on Schroon and also if theres snow on the ice as well
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Feb 29, 2020, 07:50 AM
Heading up Sunday with some friends. How is the walk out after the snow, or do I need my snowmobile? Thanks in advance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 01, 2020, 05:36 AM
Has anyone been fishing paradox this year, or fishes it regularly thru the ice?
I have fished it several times this year (including yesterday) and have a couple burning questions concerning my experience with panfish on the east end of the lake.  Would love to pm with somebody that has experience here too.  Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 60Fishman on Mar 01, 2020, 04:24 PM
Fished today.  No snow on the ice basically 6-7 inches slush ice frozen solid and then maybe 8 inches or so good ice.  Easy walking/dragging.  I was on the south end of the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 60Fishman on Mar 01, 2020, 04:25 PM
Should have said that was Schroon Lake I was at not Paradox.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 01, 2020, 08:00 PM
Has anyone been fishing paradox this year, or fishes it regularly thru the ice?
I have fished it several times this year (including yesterday) and have a couple burning questions concerning my experience with panfish on the east end of the lake.  Would love to pm with somebody that has experience here too.  Thanks

I have more experience there then most... just for home from there.

What’s your question?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 02, 2020, 04:59 AM
I have more experience there then most... just for home from there.

What’s your question?
I think I’ve already asked you this and you were unfamiliar...but my question is about crappies.  Found a fair amount of them on the flasher and they seem fairly active.  I work a jig (small tungsten) above they’re head, they come up and cover for a while and then go back down.  I’ve caught some of them but lately I can try for hours and this is the outcome.  They’re not interested in minnows, I’ve tried various color jigs, I’ve tried different presentations, etc...
The only things I havent tried is straight up dropping a night crawler or fishing after dark for them.  Just wondering if this is how it goes on paradox or if I’m missing something here.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 02, 2020, 09:34 AM
I think I’ve already asked you this and you were unfamiliar...but my question is about crappies.  Found a fair amount of them on the flasher and they seem fairly active.  I work a jig (small tungsten) above they’re head, they come up and cover for a while and then go back down.  I’ve caught some of them but lately I can try for hours and this is the outcome.  They’re not interested in minnows, I’ve tried various color jigs, I’ve tried different presentations, etc...
The only things I havent tried is straight up dropping a night crawler or fishing after dark for them.  Just wondering if this is how it goes on paradox or if I’m missing something here.
Sounds crazy but upsize... the z viber catches alot of finicky fish surprisingly I would also go with 1/100th Waxie jig or some sort of small vertical sitting tungsten jig with one spike nose hooked 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 02, 2020, 09:41 AM
I think I’ve already asked you this and you were unfamiliar...but my question is about crappies.  Found a fair amount of them on the flasher and they seem fairly active.  I work a jig (small tungsten) above they’re head, they come up and cover for a while and then go back down.  I’ve caught some of them but lately I can try for hours and this is the outcome.  They’re not interested in minnows, I’ve tried various color jigs, I’ve tried different presentations, etc...
The only things I havent tried is straight up dropping a night crawler or fishing after dark for them.  Just wondering if this is how it goes on paradox or if I’m missing something here.

I'm not sure if this is even correct but I seem to remember hearing crappie feed down so you'd be better off with your lure under them??   Again I could be dead wrong but it seems to me I've heard that.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 02, 2020, 10:21 AM
I'm not sure if this is even correct but I seem to remember hearing crappie feed down so you'd be better off with your lure under them??   Again I could be dead wrong but it seems to me I've heard that.
Sorry to tell ya bud they feed up just like most other fish eyes are on top of there heads facing up if you below a crappie you’re almost certain not to get a reaction out of them
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 02, 2020, 11:13 AM
Thanks guys for the responses. 

Yup, they definitely feed up.  I will certainly try a vertical jig as well....that’s something I didn’t try.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 02, 2020, 11:41 AM
Thanks guys for the responses. 

Yup, they definitely feed up.  I will certainly try a vertical jig as well....that’s something I didn’t try.
I like vmc tungstens the waxie jig in 1/100 or 1/64 can produce big lots of times when other people are catching anything
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Mar 02, 2020, 01:54 PM
I'm not sure if this is even correct but I seem to remember hearing crappie feed down so you'd be better off with your lure under them??   Again I could be dead wrong but it seems to me I've heard that.

Not to belabor the point but this is exactly why people use tip downs.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 02, 2020, 03:14 PM
Not to belabor the point but this is exactly why people use tip downs.
A tip down isn’t meant for fish that are not necessarily only feeding downward
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 02, 2020, 04:19 PM
Sorry to tell ya bud they feed up just like most other fish eyes are on top of there heads facing up if you below a crappie you’re almost certain not to get a reaction out of them

No need to be sorry - I could swear I heard that about some panfish.

Only place I ever caught crappies is in water you can't eat them from!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 02, 2020, 10:11 PM
Thanks guys for the responses. 

Yup, they definitely feed up.  I will certainly try a vertical jig as well....that’s something I didn’t try.

That place gets pounded early season by crappie fisherman.  By this time of year they are super finicky majority of the time but you can also hit that sweet spot at any given time and limit out in 30 mins.  It's very hit or miss
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 03, 2020, 07:11 AM
That place gets pounded early season by crappie fisherman.  By this time of year they are super finicky majority of the time but you can also hit that sweet spot at any given time and limit out in 30 mins.  It's very hit or miss
I second this very true
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Mar 04, 2020, 04:11 PM
just looking for safe access to Paradox to make one last trip , don't want your favorite spot, just want to get on safe ice      How's she holding up?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 04, 2020, 08:32 PM
just looking for safe access to Paradox to make one last trip , don't want your favorite spot, just want to get on safe ice      How's she holding up?

18” of ice. Walk on and go fishing. No worries.... yet.

What are you fishing for?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Mar 04, 2020, 10:35 PM
any panfish will do   perch  crappie  gills etc
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmarket on Mar 07, 2020, 11:32 AM
A slammer already was weighed in.  27.38 lbs

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Mar 07, 2020, 02:26 PM
That’s a Biggin for sure
Title: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mjm1876 on Mar 08, 2020, 07:47 AM
Nice!  We had a bunch of guys 50+ tip ups out caught 2 keepers threw 2 back... very slow day but a good time had by all!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 08, 2020, 09:06 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Evil Tom on Mar 09, 2020, 06:21 AM
Anybody have results of the contest this weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fishmon on Mar 09, 2020, 08:02 AM
That place gets pounded early season by crappie fisherman.  By this time of year they are super finicky majority of the time but you can also hit that sweet spot at any given time and limit out in 30 mins.  It's very hit or miss

Crappies will turn on at sunset and get very active for 30 minutes or so.  We start with vertical jig presentations and switch to tiny tungsten jigs with grubs as it gets darker.   You need a spring bobber rod to detect upward bites.  The bites are almost undetectable and you need a headlamp to see spring bobber  movement .  Some of the big ones (13-14 inchers) barely lift the bait.  Cut two holes close together so you can get a second line down there in a hurry or school will move on.  Jump around to find them. Hope this helps.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 12, 2020, 02:35 PM
Went out today, 14" ice north basin, which is 3-4" less than last week.  Getting more of a challenge to find a place to get off with a 4 wheeler. Getting on was no problem since everything had buttoned up over night.  Last trip, time for steelhead.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 15, 2020, 07:17 AM
Looks like another cold night tonight.
I have plans on trying paradox in the morning tomorrow.  Any current updates from today or yesterday?
I will report what I find tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rob45 on Mar 15, 2020, 07:38 PM
Looks like another cold night tonight.
I have plans on trying paradox in the morning tomorrow.  Any current updates from today or yesterday?
I will report what I find tomorrow.

Hit Schroon and Paradox today. Had a hard time getting on Paradox, but found a sliver of ice that held up to us getting out. Ice solid once we were out there.  Nobody else out today.  I broke through getting off the ice soaking one of my boots, but I knew it was going to happen. Should help things if it’s going to be cold tonight though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 15, 2020, 08:31 PM
Thanks for the update-glad to hear you were safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Mar 16, 2020, 05:33 PM
Paradox had 12”-13” of ice on lake.  Edges were sketchy as stated above.  Got on and off with a plank fairly easily though.  Couldve done it without a plank-just have to pick and choose each step a little carefully.

Fishing wasn’t great, but not as bad as it could be...they seemed to bite when they wanted to and shut off randomly

Don’t know how it’ll hold up going forward, a couple good cold nights coming up but also 60* Friday...

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Mar 17, 2020, 11:58 AM
Paradox had 12”-13” of ice on lake.  Edges were sketchy as stated above.  Got on and off with a plank fairly easily though.  Couldve done it without a plank-just have to pick and choose each step a little carefully.

Fishing wasn’t great, but not as bad as it could be...they seemed to bite when they wanted to and shut off randomly

Don’t know how it’ll hold up going forward, a couple good cold nights coming up but also 60* Friday...

Problem is as schroon thaws and the schroon River backs up into paradox, those thawing edges creep farther and farther out. Likely the season is done. Let me know when I can put my boat on it lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 22, 2020, 08:30 PM
l.g wide open
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 22, 2020, 09:36 PM
Sat. morning

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Mar 22, 2020, 10:29 PM
Cuomo said "shelter in place"...thats no problem  ;D

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Nov 30, 2020, 09:12 AM
What are the odds Schroon is fishable by Christmas?

Forecast doesn’t look great. I’m going with 25%
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 01, 2020, 01:43 PM
What are the odds Schroon is fishable by Christmas?

Forecast doesn’t look great. I’m going with 25%

0% water temps still a few degrees below 50.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: FingerLaker607 on Dec 02, 2020, 06:52 AM
Closer to 25% than 0...the water should be ready to freeze by the end of next week. We will have to see how cold it gets after that. Theres a chance, albeit a small one
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Dec 02, 2020, 07:12 AM
0% water temps still a few degrees below 50.

I'm with you. Christmas is three weeks from Thursday and the 10 day forecast shows highs in the 30's and 40's and lows from the low 20's to low 30's. That will bring the temperature down a bit but that won't lock it up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reggie1610 on Dec 03, 2020, 12:30 PM
Normally need that very cold night and no wind to lock up a lake the size of Schroon. That doesn't appear to be in the forecast....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 05, 2020, 08:06 PM
If not Schroon by Xmas/NYE, any suggestions for lakes to monitor? Lakers/Walleye preferred but understand that beggars can’t be choosers...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bosco2 on Dec 05, 2020, 10:00 PM
I’ve got a spy in Franklin County and I’m asking him to keep an eye on the ponds up Tupper/Saranac way.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 06, 2020, 10:21 AM
Who needs ice? 36”. Released to get bigger.... or die. Hard to tell. The fish looked old as dirt 🤣


(https://i.postimg.cc/zyjcK8Kr/AA638042-3680-4701-AE8-B-1-D96244-A6359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyjcK8Kr)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: finsntins on Dec 06, 2020, 11:03 AM
not me,fishing has been really good last couple weeks!!!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/pmTvwYvx/IMG-2162.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pmTvwYvx)

(https://i.postimg.cc/7GvyJF2Y/IMG-2150.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GvyJF2Y)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 11, 2020, 07:53 AM
Lg has been more fun.  Imagine looking for lakers and finding an absolute pile of these.


(https://i.postimg.cc/LJ0MdSL8/IMG-2601.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LJ0MdSL8)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Dec 11, 2020, 08:04 AM
Lg has been more fun.  Imagine looking for lakers and finding an absolute pile of these.


(https://i.postimg.cc/LJ0MdSL8/IMG-2601.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LJ0MdSL8)

I got into a good school of 3# smallies in about 95 fow when i was targeting lakers on the king last month. The smallies chased just like lakers too which threw us off at first. All the hookups came after a chase up to <50'. Not the target species but i will never complain about catching fish  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 11, 2020, 09:20 AM
Pretty much what happened to me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 11, 2020, 10:56 AM
That’s what happens when you find winter holes.


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(https://i.postimg.cc/jCcNngrL/EF97-E22-A-A81-D-45-E0-B639-3120850-D51-D9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jCcNngrL)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 11, 2020, 08:13 PM
Hoping to make a run up there between Xmas and NYE. Schroon seems unlikely to be ready so eyeing Paradox lake. Anyone willing to share general tips? Where to park/access? Are there really sufficient numbers of rainbow and lake trout to bother targeting them?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 11, 2020, 09:49 PM
Hoping to make a run up there between Xmas and NYE. Schroon seems unlikely to be ready so eyeing Paradox lake. Anyone willing to share general tips? Where to park/access? Are there really sufficient numbers of rainbow and lake trout to bother targeting them?

Numbers aren’t great there for lakers and rainbow. It will be a while before you can get into the big lake due to freezing conditions to even think about targeting lakers and big rainbows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PSCfishingking on Dec 13, 2020, 08:27 PM
Hoping to make a run up there between Xmas and NYE. Schroon seems unlikely to be ready so eyeing Paradox lake. Anyone willing to share general tips? Where to park/access? Are there really sufficient numbers of rainbow and lake trout to bother targeting them?

I only ever catch perch on Paradox. Happy to do so but never have better luck. I'm not the greatest to get tips on Paradox from! Haha. I'm listening too if anyone has something!!! Lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 14, 2020, 05:12 PM
I’ve got a spy in Franklin County and I’m asking him to keep an eye on the ponds up Tupper/Saranac way.

Any word from your spy? Tupper is an especially long drive for me but would do it. Any sense of if Simon usually locks up ahead of Tupper?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bosco2 on Dec 14, 2020, 05:48 PM
I’ll inquire again. I stopped obsessing when last weekend’s forecast turned to upper 30’s and rain. Simond for sure before Tupper. I think Racquette Pond is an even better bet and there’s a “Sunset Cam” linked from the Adirondack Wild Center site right on it from the ball park/promenade. If you stay at the Sunset Motel you can’t find easier ice access in the whole park IMO. Tip ups for pike. If you’re just desperate to get on the ice, Little Wolf might be a good bet too. I get a lot of hammer handles out of there, decent perch, small walleye (rarely over 18”) but it punches above its weight big time if you get into the smallmouth. I wouldn’t keep anything though. Flip them over and look at the spots on their belly and you’ll see why. 

Please....anyone who’s got a foot closer to the region and would disagree with the ice prognostication...plea se speak up. I don’t want to lead anyone towards a dangerous situation. I, myself, can’t go exploring this weekend and I wouldn’t ask anyone to do my dirty work for me.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 14, 2020, 07:54 PM
I’ll inquire again. I stopped obsessing when last weekend’s forecast turned to upper 30’s and rain. Simond for sure before Tupper. I think Racquette Pond is an even better bet and there’s a “Sunset Cam” linked from the Adirondack Wild Center site right on it from the ball park/promenade. If you stay at the Sunset Motel you can’t find easier ice access in the whole park IMO. Tip ups for pike. If you’re just desperate to get on the ice, Little Wolf might be a good bet too. I get a lot of hammer handles out of there, decent perch, small walleye (rarely over 18”) but it punches above its weight big time if you get into the smallmouth. I wouldn’t keep anything though. Flip them over and look at the spots on their belly and you’ll see why. 

Please....anyone who’s got a foot closer to the region and would disagree with the ice prognostication...plea se speak up. I don’t want to lead anyone towards a dangerous situation. I, myself, can’t go exploring this weekend and I wouldn’t ask anyone to do my dirty work for me.

Those little black dots all over the smallies are just a small harmless parasite. They are only in the skin and fins. They arent a grub that you see in pan fish.

However bass season is closed so keeping them during ice season is illegal 👍
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bosco2 on Dec 14, 2020, 09:07 PM
Thank you for that reminder. I never keep bass....ever....but that would’ve slipped me.
Also, my spy works for CSX and left town for some holidays OT so I lost him for now.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Dec 15, 2020, 05:31 AM
I’ll inquire again. I stopped obsessing when last weekend’s forecast turned to upper 30’s and rain. Simond for sure before Tupper. I think Racquette Pond is an even better bet and there’s a “Sunset Cam” linked from the Adirondack Wild Center site right on it from the ball park/promenade. If you stay at the Sunset Motel you can’t find easier ice access in the whole park IMO. Tip ups for pike. If you’re just desperate to get on the ice, Little Wolf might be a good bet too. I get a lot of hammer handles out of there, decent perch, small walleye (rarely over 18”) but it punches above its weight big time if you get into the smallmouth. I wouldn’t keep anything though. Flip them over and look at the spots on their belly and you’ll see why. 

Please....anyone who’s got a foot closer to the region and would disagree with the ice prognostication...plea se speak up. I don’t want to lead anyone towards a dangerous situation. I, myself, can’t go exploring this weekend and I wouldn’t ask anyone to do my dirty work for me.

I expect Little Wolf to be frozen along with the smaller lakes/Ponds based on the current forecast. As long as the winds stay down, the smaller bodies of water can add about 5" this week given the temps. To how thick they'll actually get, only one way to find out haha. As always with any of these early ice situations though, spud spud spud
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 15, 2020, 08:39 AM
Thank you for that reminder. I never keep bass....ever....but that would’ve slipped me.
Also, my spy works for CSX and left town for some holidays OT so I lost him for now.
Absolutely ... trust me, it’s a reminder to a lot of people, although you would be shocked at how many people know the regulations but just don’t care. You seem like a good guy 👍
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 15, 2020, 08:50 AM
Anyone ever ice fish Hoel Pond? I camped there this summer and landed a lake trout. Not sure how many are in there or if the campgrounds are accessible in winter
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reggie1610 on Dec 15, 2020, 08:57 AM
I believe that Hoel Pond is a no ice fishing lake
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Dec 15, 2020, 10:13 AM
Just looked it up to confirm and you are correct. No ice fishing allowed on the body of water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 15, 2020, 05:08 PM
Nuts. Thanks for letting me know.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 18, 2020, 11:52 AM
Looks like it will be cold and calm today/tomorrow. Thoughts on if it will be enough to lock up Schroon? Anyone have eyes on it?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 18, 2020, 03:37 PM
-3 below in town this morning, lots of floating ice, ice along the edges. Another cold calm night expected tonight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 18, 2020, 08:11 PM
Paradox Lake today.


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Dec 18, 2020, 10:07 PM
Shhhhh don’t be posting that on the internet lol
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Swinginhammers_and_fishin on Dec 19, 2020, 04:45 PM
2” of clear ice on paradox today
(https://i.postimg.cc/NyVYZLxC/F562326-F-A869-4-A33-82-AA-8-D150-F1-D81-B6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NyVYZLxC)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 26, 2020, 10:28 AM
With the north end freezing up last week I thought we would be fishing off Fowler soon, but the mild rainstorm blew everything out, ice is gone, so now we have to start over. With the long range not looking good til mid Jan, might be a very late year for Schroon, which is unusual.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 26, 2020, 10:48 AM
nuts. thanks for the update though
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 26, 2020, 06:56 PM
Anyone know if Simon/Raquette pond opened up after the warmth/rain? 
I know they wont be fishable for a while, just trying to gauge how bad it got.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bosco2 on Dec 26, 2020, 07:03 PM
Anyone know if Simon/Raquette pond opened up after the warmth/rain? 
I know they wont be fishable for a while, just trying to gauge how bad it got.

Tupper Lake thread, rather?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Dec 26, 2020, 09:05 PM
I don’t know that there is a good Tupper thread. But point me that way if I’m missing it Guys here are good for info well beyond schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: nitro09 on Jan 04, 2021, 09:03 AM
Looking for a lake to hit while I wait for the lg. Anybody know what the ice conditions on schroon are like? Also can you access the lake from eagle point campground? Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Jan 04, 2021, 09:05 AM
should have safe ice on the north end any day now
as for waiting on LG you may be outta luck till 2022
this season the king may not freeze and if it does youd be lucky to get a week or two at best
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 04, 2021, 10:39 AM
Nobody has been on it yet from what I can see.  lots of slush ice right now, but with night time temps in the teens all this week should start buttoning up.  Open water from Narrows south.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 04, 2021, 12:48 PM
should have safe ice on the north end any day now
as for waiting on LG you may be outta luck till 2022
this season the king may not freeze and if it does youd be lucky to get a week or two at best

It’s way too early to make that statement. The water is cold enough-we just need some frigid temps.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 04, 2021, 05:55 PM
It’s way too early to make that statement. The water is cold enough-we just need some frigid temps.

End of week looks promising. Hoping like hell the damn snow all blows off the lakes so they can actually freeze this time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 05, 2021, 01:16 PM
Few years ago LG froze in March and a few of us got on it for hours.  To say the catch rate was exceptional would be an understatement.
 

im saving up my PTO for that very reason. Even if its only good for a week, i will make sure to take full advantage
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 05, 2021, 01:19 PM
 

im saving up my PTO for that very reason. Even if its only good for a week, i will make sure to take full advantage

That's one of the benefits of self employment  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 05, 2021, 01:20 PM
That's one of the benefits of self employment  ;D

We went to unlimited PTO this year...and my team is on target so I can fish when I'd like!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 05, 2021, 02:05 PM
We went to unlimited PTO this year...and my team is on target so I can fish when I'd like!

Gotta love that. Let's hook up this year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 05, 2021, 02:48 PM
Gotta love that. Let's hook up this year

I'm going to love it real soon this week.  I'll shoot you a text with the results....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 05, 2021, 10:34 PM
Few years ago LG froze in March and a few of us got on it for hours.  To say the catch rate was exceptional would be an understatement.

You aren't kidding when you say the main lake was frozen for a few hours. The next day it was blown wide open. We made the best of the window that is for sure.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 06, 2021, 08:10 AM
It was wild.  I remember Scotty being rather disturbed that I stayed out alone...but what a weird feeling to know your the only person in sight on that ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fontona19 on Jan 06, 2021, 08:07 PM
It didn't sit well with me either. I know you are a big boy, but those conditions were suspect.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Slowtroller on Jan 08, 2021, 06:03 AM
Any ice on south end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2021, 06:35 AM
Open from narrows south. Guys fishing by the island this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Slowtroller on Jan 08, 2021, 08:13 AM
Awesome thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2021, 10:40 AM
Late this morning.

(https://i.postimg.cc/6TrWBbnR/137062785-10217610028183688-8963590465680998280-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6TrWBbnR)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: zcm_82 on Jan 08, 2021, 11:18 AM
So I'm out here fishing now... the ice is wicked marginal and imagine my surprise when I read this....



I'm all for local businesses making money but you gotta be high to say there's 4 inches out here. 

I just want to warn others that this post on FB is highly inaccurate....obviousl y they care about selling bait more than people's well being.  I'm on 2.5 -3 max and it's trashy weak ice.

Use common sense and a spud...

Jeez, they're making money off you... you should try to get a cut 😏
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: zcm_82 on Jan 08, 2021, 11:26 AM
I just want people to be safe.  This lake is dangerous early ice, always is.
I hear that. I was fishing on some very marginal ice a few days ago. About 30 minutes in some dingbat comes walking out toward me... no cleats, no chisel, or any fishing gear... right across a crappy spot. Told him to stay the F away from me because I didn't feel like falling in. Apparently he just wanted to see what I was catching 🙄

On his way back off he put a foot though up to about his calf right by the bank. 😂
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: zcm_82 on Jan 08, 2021, 11:33 AM
Funny how money can make the truth bend.  I have had similar experiences and it always makes me consider being out there.  I don't want to see someone go in even if it's from their poor assumptions.  I know I would try to help and that's risky...
I was only sitting on about 3' of water 40 feet from the bank, but it still wouldn't have been a fun time if he had put us through. I packed it in shortly after that to avoid a repeat situation... wasn't catching much anyway.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fisherbone on Jan 08, 2021, 12:00 PM
Low appreciate your report!  You are always on the mark and are just as valuable as driving up to check it out myself!  Appreciate the report and pic!

Bone
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2021, 12:13 PM
So I'm out here fishing now... the ice is wicked marginal and imagine my surprise when I read this....

(https://i.postimg.cc/HJxF6pt3/IMG-6585-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HJxF6pt3)


I'm all for local businesses making money but you gotta be high to say there's 4 inches out here. 

I just want to warn others that this post on FB is highly inaccurate....obviousl y they care about selling bait more than people's well being.  I'm on 2.5 -3 max and it's trashy weak ice.




 
Use common sense and a spud...

Here's and honest ice assessment:

(https://i.postimg.cc/YG7nJM6J/IMG-6586.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YG7nJM6J)

4"???

Yeah I'd give that another week.  Not into getting wet. Surprised there are that many guys out there, I saw 4 groups, but I know they are anxious to get out and fish. Besides, Pitkins has a lovely little fish dinner on special this weekend! ;)


(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBmSng9X/137087764-1812517132245808-7260561782335087236-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBmSng9X)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2021, 12:38 PM
I agree Tony.  For the casual angler I think that's a really solid bet.  I'm not trying to stop anyone from going but figured an accurate and real update on what exists would help a few folks decide what they want to do this weekend.

That looks great Tony.  Did Sticks n Stones open again?  Last I was there they had closed temporarily.  I was looking forward to a hot meal and a beer....

Agree 100%   That being said, how's the fishin'!   Sticks and Stones still closed, someone there got Covid is what I heard. Flannigans closed as well till spring.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Yotecatcher on Jan 08, 2021, 12:59 PM
Kudos to you for reporting real facts  :clap: :clap:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2021, 01:16 PM
Thats too bad we had gone to Flannigans after sticks n stones.  The fishing is typical north end fishing.  Slow.

Pitkins now sell craft beer and wine.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 08, 2021, 02:34 PM
I was up there scouting last Thursday afternoon and I could have launched my boat at that north launch and ran the entire lake at 75. Yeah... so  the ice that is there is only a few days old at best. People can be oblivious. It’s down right amazing how many clueless people don’t go swimming. I saw a father pushing his 2 young kids in a 3 wheeled stroller today walking on round lake... are you kidding me. Last week there was 1” out there.

I’m amazed that schroon lake tackle false advertised. That’s baaaad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 08, 2021, 03:28 PM
I just want people to be safe.  This lake is dangerous early ice, always is.
Got that right I was out early last year and guys where going thru, your more experienced then most everyone needs to spud spud spud
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 09, 2021, 07:24 AM
I just want people to be safe.  This lake is dangerous early ice, always is.

Well said Jon.

You know who I was out there with yesterday. We were talking on the drag in about how the ice really isn't that good and the weekend was gonna be a circus.

Everyone be careful. The ice is not the best quality, bring a spud and use it....alot!!

I spud every other step all the way out to my spot.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: DerekF_17 on Jan 10, 2021, 04:53 PM
Fished Eaton this weekend. Ice was fairly thick (5-7) but poor quality. I hit some areas where there was 4 inches of junk ice, an inch of water, then 2 inches of black ice. Broke through the top layer but stayed topside. No flags, no marks. About 15 groups out there and didn’t see/hear anyone land a fish.

Moved up to Raquette Pond on Tupper. 6-8 inches there. Saw some guys on the south end of the main lake but didn’t check it out. dropped some large suckers for pike but the skunk continued.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Jan 10, 2021, 08:29 PM
Is there any ice at all on the Narrows ?   even a skim coat
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 10, 2021, 09:06 PM
As of Sat, no, just the edges.  Did not pass by today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Jan 10, 2021, 09:17 PM
Ugh.   Was hoping at a shot there next weekend
Thank you for the response !  Be safe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Nick_ on Jan 11, 2021, 08:56 PM
Weather next week in Schroon is nothing special, but it's still below freezing with relatively low amounts of wind. Do you guys think it would be possible for it to be 4-6 inches by this weekend?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 12, 2021, 06:40 AM
Is there any ice at all on the Narrows ?   even a skim coat

On Friday when I left, I swung by the narrows, it was open

Barely any ice on the edges heading north, wide open south
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2021, 06:50 AM
Monday afternoon  everything I could see from Rt 9 was skimmed overnarrows south.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 12, 2021, 07:46 AM
Monday afternoon  everything I could see from Rt 9 was skimmed overnarrows south.
Hopefully she doesn’t blow open that end this week
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2021, 09:03 AM

(https://i.postimg.cc/tsd06G3H/138642989-10217633288005169-8775483237205291993-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsd06G3H)

(https://i.postimg.cc/d7nzWRNH/138570724-10217633287445155-5488440248272796486-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7nzWRNH)

Drove down to the Narrows this morning, large areas opened up from Narrows south to Adirondack
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 12, 2021, 09:41 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/tsd06G3H/138642989-10217633288005169-8775483237205291993-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsd06G3H)

(https://i.postimg.cc/d7nzWRNH/138570724-10217633287445155-5488440248272796486-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7nzWRNH)

Drove down to the Narrows this morning, large areas opened up from Narrows south to Adirondack

Looks alot better than when I was there friday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adkdavis on Jan 12, 2021, 08:07 PM
Weather next week in Schroon is nothing special, but it's still below freezing with relatively low amounts of wind. Do you guys think it would be possible for it to be 4-6 inches by this weekend?

I’m new to this but learned this about ice making recently.

Freezing degree days (FDD) are the average number of degrees below freezing over 24 hours. For example is the average temperature over a day is 17 degrees that day had fifteen FDDs.  An ice sheet will, in theory, grow at a rate of roughly one inch per fifteen FDDs starting from ice between 1/2" and 3" thick (as the ice gets thicker the growth rate decreases as a result of the thermal resistance of the thicker ice).  This is based on there being a bit of wind, a reasonably clear sky and no snow/frost on the ice.  If there is no wind or there are cloudy skies,  the ice growth may be considerably slower.

For example, starting from 2" ice, if the maximum temperature yesterday was 22 degrees and the minimum overnight was 12 degrees the average is 17 deg giving 15 FDDs for the 24 hour period.  This method assumes a typical amount of cloudiness and day-night temperature profile.  The ice should be about an inch thicker than yesterday.

Thought it was interesting.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 13, 2021, 09:33 AM
Heading up Sunday morning for first trip this season hope the weather is good to us
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikemanEd on Jan 13, 2021, 11:03 AM
Heading up Sunday morning for first trip this season hope the weather is good to us
(https://i.postimg.cc/gnrpqzYN/Screenshot-20210113-071053-The-Weather-Channel.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnrpqzYN) forecast is for up to 8in of snow Saturday that's going to cover any bad spots on the ice be very careful on Sunday if you do fish
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 13, 2021, 12:09 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/gnrpqzYN/Screenshot-20210113-071053-The-Weather-Channel.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnrpqzYN) forecast is for up to 8in of snow Saturday that's going to cover any bad spots on the ice be very careful on Sunday if you do fish

100% correct, anytime snow covers ice especially with the funky weather we have had to this point. Use your head and if you do venture out, use a spud and have a plan.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 15, 2021, 11:18 AM
Does anyone know if it’s true that they posted the Fowler Road access from the main road right down to the lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 15, 2021, 11:19 AM
Does anyone know if it’s true that they posted the Fowler Road access from the main road right down to the lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2021, 03:24 PM
Ed is burnt, I suspect someone pre-gamed for his flight and forgot it snows in winter.

I'm all for caution but come on guys if we need to throw disclaimers because it's going to snow in winter, on ice...then there's a bigger issue lmao.

No, that is a legal town of Schroon right of way. The owners on both sides have their property heavily posted because the land has been getting trashed in recent years.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2021, 05:35 PM
I was only giving Ed crap before he flies to PR.  I know nothing of that stuff Tony, you know I lament the north end!

My mistake, I quoted the wrong post!  And yes, north end sucks!  Old timers who taught me Schroon Lake would always say, fish the north end if you want to chart fish, fish south end if you want to catch fish!  There are some spots in the north basin that are good, however.  ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2021, 06:44 PM
There are I'm told but not for me.  Tell you what I had a blast in the boat in the narrows before things locked up.  You'd think the lakers never ate.

Funny you say that, I've talked with guys who have had the same experience this year through the ice, on Schroon.  They seem very hungry.  But not for me, no fish today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Jan 17, 2021, 03:14 PM
Heading up in the morning and looking for an update on ice conditions. Heard they got 5” of wet snow, wondering how the drag out is, thx
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Nick_ on Jan 17, 2021, 04:59 PM

(https://i.postimg.cc/1g2kdSX2/8-A253-D6-B-ADA2-4-B2-F-A0-F1-8-A684-ED4-BEE0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1g2kdSX2)

I wonder if the narrows will be fishable this next weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 18, 2021, 05:13 AM
Heading up in the morning and looking for an update on ice conditions. Heard they got 5” of wet snow, wondering how the drag out is, thx

drag was not fun Saturday or Sunday am
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigace on Jan 19, 2021, 08:36 PM
Anybody got an estimate of total ice on the southern end?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 20, 2021, 08:43 AM
Anybody got an estimate of total ice on the southern end?
0” last weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 20, 2021, 09:18 AM
Tony are the local food spots still closed?
Pitkins, Trail-break, (the old Drakes) Decesares are open.  All the rest are closed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 20, 2021, 11:37 AM
Courtesy of Tom Patrick, Schroon Lake Fb page, 1-20.  First pic Narrows south, second pic Narrows north
 
(https://i.postimg.cc/6782yV5M/141114234-10225425077440840-7745374649880518568-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6782yV5M)


(https://i.postimg.cc/q64vX24V/140872842-10225425077760848-7712084517077746594-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q64vX24V)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 22, 2021, 12:00 PM
Courtesy of Tom Patrick, Schroon Lake Fb page, 1-20.  First pic Narrows south, second pic Narrows north
 
(https://i.postimg.cc/6782yV5M/141114234-10225425077440840-7745374649880518568-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6782yV5M)


(https://i.postimg.cc/q64vX24V/140872842-10225425077760848-7712084517077746594-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q64vX24V)

appreciate the repost of the pics. Hopefully those open water spots and lock this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 22, 2021, 02:19 PM
appreciate the repost of the pics. Hopefully those open water spots and lock this weekend.
Actually that area skimmed over yesterday and we had a couple inches of snow, so this afternoon it all looks the same, not good!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Jan 25, 2021, 01:30 PM
Only fished this lake a couple times and never had much luck for lake trout. Went Saturday off Dock St in around 45 FOW and marked quite a few but no takers. Tried minnows, spoons, tubes, jigging raps etc. They seemed to respond more to dead sticking but didn’t wanna chase much.

Still pretty new to ice fishing. Any advice for what depth ranges, lures/strategy’s or general areas worth targeting?

Thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 25, 2021, 02:22 PM
When setting tipups on Schroon don't overlook the shallows.  Big Lakers when on the feed will often cruise the shallows to trap baitfish.  A very nice Laker was taken Sunday in 5ft  of water. Pays to set one or 2 in close.  Big pike too.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: canadiceny on Jan 25, 2021, 02:47 PM
My son and I hit the lake at the north end on Saturday. Good ice and clean walking. We got 2 lake trout. One on a jigging rod and one on a tip up.
Awesome day and good cold weather for making more ice.
Enjoy
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SuperX2Nut on Jan 25, 2021, 03:00 PM
Do any of you folks target smelt on Schroon?

I’ll be heading up this weekend to fish Champlain with some college friends and will be staying north of Schroon. We had planned on heading into the Saranac Lake area for some smelt fishing one day on some of my old college fishing spots, but the thought of fishing Schroon crossed my mind since it’s closer.

You can PM me if you rather not put that information out on there for all to see.

Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Jan 25, 2021, 04:44 PM
Anyone know is the narrows safe to fish yet? Going to head up Tuesday morning. Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 25, 2021, 08:26 PM
Do any of you folks target smelt on Schroon?

I’ll be heading up this weekend to fish Champlain with some college friends and will be staying north of Schroon. We had planned on heading into the Saranac Lake area for some smelt fishing one day on some of my old college fishing spots, but the thought of fishing Schroon crossed my mind since it’s closer.

You can PM me if you rather not put that information out on there for all to see.

Thanks in advance.
they are loaded
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mtnd777 on Jan 25, 2021, 11:28 PM
Do any of you folks target smelt on Schroon?

I’ll be heading up this weekend to fish Champlain with some college friends and will be staying north of Schroon. We had planned on heading into the Saranac Lake area for some smelt fishing one day on some of my old college fishing spots, but the thought of fishing Schroon crossed my mind since it’s closer.

You can PM me if you rather not put that information out on there for all to see.

Thanks in advance.

I only targeted them once when I was younger but we did catch a few with a little effort
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 26, 2021, 08:07 AM
How much snow is forecast for tonight up there
 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkoutdoorsman on Jan 26, 2021, 09:54 AM
How much snow is forecast for tonight up there
I think it's going to be around 4 inches total for much of the area, 4-9 for most of the Adirondacks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 26, 2021, 10:09 AM
Last I saw the larger accumulations will be to the south of Schroon.

But with that said the last storm was forecasted for 6-8” near me and I got 34”

Here’s to hoping...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: biggmike on Jan 26, 2021, 10:20 AM
Thanks for the info
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 26, 2021, 01:42 PM
Do any of you folks target smelt on Schroon?

I’ll be heading up this weekend to fish Champlain with some college friends and will be staying north of Schroon. We had planned on heading into the Saranac Lake area for some smelt fishing one day on some of my old college fishing spots, but the thought of fishing Schroon crossed my mind since it’s closer.

You can PM me if you rather not put that information out on there for all to see.

Thanks in advance.


I marked smelt all day yesteday. definitely a large enough population to target
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Jan 26, 2021, 04:40 PM
I caught 3 Lakers last weekend  in less than 15 feet of water I never fish more than 20 foot of water on schroon always catch Lakers and a good amount of perch I caught smelt all day ton of smelt in schroon !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 27, 2021, 07:11 AM
I caught 3 Lakers last weekend  in less than 15 feet of water I never fish more than 20 foot of water on schroon always catch Lakers and a good amount of perch I caught smelt all day ton of smelt in schroon !!
Not many places for them to go in summer so I tend to fish shallower also in winter they like to explore areas where they can’t in the summer I usually fish 40 and less. 40s been my favorite starting number shallow or deeper sets from there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2021, 08:15 AM
Not many places for them to go in summer so I tend to fish shallower also in winter they like to explore areas where they can’t in the summer I usually fish 40 and less. 40s been my favorite starting number shallow or deeper sets from there

Jigging them this summer via spot lock was 100x more viable than in the winter.  Actually was a lot of fun.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 27, 2021, 10:39 AM
Jigging them this summer via spot lock was 100x more viable than in the winter.  Actually was a lot of fun.
Spot lock is a game changer I just read your reply on the George thread, we use it from everything to river walleye, Boulder blackfish or mid lake smallies it’s crazy how accurate the locations are the garmin unit was a little funky on my buddies rig at first in the river but after a recalibration it was spot on 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 27, 2021, 01:52 PM
Any update on the snow from the recent storm?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 27, 2021, 01:56 PM
Any update on the snow from the recent storm?
Don’t have eyes but I was told 4-6”
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 27, 2021, 01:59 PM
Don’t have eyes but I was told 4-6”
Correct.  My fishing buddy went out off the boat launch today and caught a nice mess of smelt. Measured 11" ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 27, 2021, 03:26 PM
Correct.  My fishing buddy went out off the boat launch today and caught a nice mess of smelt. Measured 11" ice.

Thank you both!  Appreciate the update.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikeman on Jan 27, 2021, 03:47 PM
Any chance anyone can let me know if parking is still available at the restaurant at the narrows..looking to get out this week possibly instead of the north end. Or if they normally keep that plowed? Thanks for any input or pms.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 27, 2021, 03:57 PM
Any chance anyone can let me know if parking is still available at the restaurant at the narrows..looking to get out this week possibly instead of the north end. Or if they normally keep that plowed? Thanks for any input or pms.

Yes guys were parked there today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikeman on Jan 27, 2021, 04:04 PM
I appreciate,it’s been a while. The north end certainly gets old..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 27, 2021, 06:11 PM
I appreciate,it’s been a while. The north end certainly gets old..

North end zzzz.  Yes they usually plow there. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sleibo22 on Jan 28, 2021, 12:35 PM
What restaurant would that be? I usually park up north and planning to do that again on Saturday so just curious. Much appreciated. Would you know if Schroon has safe ice? Sounds like many were fishing last weekend and despite the snow and wind I think temps only helping past few days and into the weekend. Thanks so much for any information.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Jan 28, 2021, 02:24 PM
Any thoughts on the upcoming forecast for Schroon this Saturday?  Had made plans to go up there early Saturday morning but now I’m seeing -7 temperatures.

I have the flipover but concerned it might be miserable getting out there.  Any of you guys going for it?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2021, 02:45 PM
What restaurant would that be? I usually park up north and planning to do that again on Saturday so just curious. Much appreciated. Would you know if Schroon has safe ice? Sounds like many were fishing last weekend and despite the snow and wind I think temps only helping past few days and into the weekend. Thanks so much for any information.
Long brown building at the Narrows, been out of business for about 20yrs. They keep docks stacked in front. Been fishing the north basin for over 3 weeks. 11" of the launch as of yesterday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 28, 2021, 02:49 PM
Any thoughts on the upcoming forecast for Schroon this Saturday?  Had made plans to go up there early Saturday morning but now I’m seeing -7 temperatures.

I have the flipover but concerned it might be miserable getting out there.  Any of you guys going for it?

I was having the same debate but different body of water. Then I reminded myself that I b!tch and moan when there’s no ice. Better to be dealing with the elements and fishing than it is to be in the couch
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2021, 02:53 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2021, 02:58 PM
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Thing about the above local forecast is that the winds are supposed to die down Fri night, so weekend is looking cold but nice fishing conditions.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Jan 28, 2021, 03:10 PM
Thing about the above local forecast is that the winds are supposed to die down Fri night, so weekend is looking cold but nice fishing conditions.

Appreciate it, that was my hope. I suppose I could always skip the morning and try to get out an hour or two before sunset once things warm up a bit. Do you find the mornings to be  more productive at Schroon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 28, 2021, 03:22 PM
Appreciate it, that was my hope. I suppose I could always skip the morning and try to get out an hour or two before sunset once things warm up a bit. Do you find the mornings to be  more productive at Schroon?
Over the years I have found if you are set up by 9 or so you're good. Seldom have very early flags, but you never know.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Jan 29, 2021, 09:57 AM
For those of you that fish there a lot. Did you get a bunch of snow this week? Had a few inches down by me. Curious if there will be a bunch of snow on the ice for tomorrow
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2021, 10:04 AM
For those of you that fish there a lot. Did you get a bunch of snow this week? Had a few inches down by me. Curious if there will be a bunch of snow on the ice for tomorrow
4"
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 29, 2021, 10:51 AM
Go fishing! You have a flip over what’s the debate the drag out will warm you up it is called ice fishing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Jan 29, 2021, 12:07 PM
Go fishing! You have a flip over what’s the debate the drag out will warm you up it is called ice fishing

Lol, you’re not wrong. Last weekend was nasty with that wind. My tipups kept freezing in the matter of minutes. I’ll just keep the 1lb tanks warm and hope I can keep a jig bite going. Cheers!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 29, 2021, 01:14 PM
Lol, you’re not wrong. Last weekend was nasty with that wind. My tipups kept freezing in the matter of minutes. I’ll just keep the 1lb tanks warm and hope I can keep a jig bite going. Cheers!
Even with hole covers my holes where freezing and if they wherent frozen yet the tip ups where blowing out of holes lol still had to fish regardless only two written days during the week ****censored word**** it I’m going! This weekend won’t be that bad no wind to speak of thankfully! It won’t feel as cold out there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2021, 01:29 PM
Supposed to be calm Sat. so it should be nice.  A buddy and I just made plans to jig smelt on Paradox tomorrow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 29, 2021, 02:09 PM
Supposed to be calm Sat. so it should be nice.  A buddy and I just made plans to jig smelt on Paradox tomorrow.
Set a few laker sets if you get a couple to spare tony!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 29, 2021, 02:12 PM
Set a few laker sets if you get a couple to spare tony!

You never know  ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Nick_ on Jan 29, 2021, 09:30 PM
Going up to schroon on sunday and thinking about fishing the narrows because its a quick walk out to deep water. With the cold I dont want to hike too far, anyway there should be enough ice in the narrows right?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 30, 2021, 09:16 AM
Supposed to be calm Sat. so it should be nice.  A buddy and I just made plans to jig smelt on Paradox tomorrow.

Thursday the smelt were everywhere with the jumbo crappie. We couldn’t get away from them.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 30, 2021, 05:35 PM
Thursday the smelt were everywhere with the jumbo crappie. We couldn’t get away from them.

Pictures or didn't happen.  Lmao
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 30, 2021, 06:14 PM
Pictures or didn't happen.  Lmao

Pics of the crappie? Or the smelt? Didn’t take any of the smelt but I have some frozen for bait.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: H2OFOWLR on Jan 30, 2021, 07:38 PM
Going up to schroon on sunday and thinking about fishing the narrows because its a quick walk out to deep water. With the cold I dont want to hike too far, anyway there should be enough ice in the narrows right?

Fished south of the narrows today toward Taylor point and there was about 1” white slush ice over a solid 6” of black ice.  I’d imagine the narrows should be similar as it froze the same time. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Jan 31, 2021, 04:09 PM
How did you make out off Taylors point?   Did you feel the need to spud?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 31, 2021, 07:29 PM
Pics of the crappie? Or the smelt? Didn’t take any of the smelt but I have some frozen for bait.
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Well..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: H2OFOWLR on Jan 31, 2021, 07:38 PM
How did you make out off Taylors point?   Did you feel the need to spud?

I always spud since I have my son along and am instilling safety 1st.  It’s fine to walk straight out from the pay phone/ dock area. If you venture south from there, there’s the usual cracks where eventual heaves that make you think twice.  My jiffy chisel spud is “calibrated” in my brain that 2 whacks equals ~4”.  We fished on a solid 6” black and minimal snow cover with that cold last night and tonight should build another bit.  As far as the bite- wasn’t great but iced 7 Lakers in about 2 hours jigging only before they went neutral. Hope that helps.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Jan 31, 2021, 07:59 PM
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Well..


First 4 in the snow are from Thursday. The outing you wanted to see. Others are from previous outings.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: xxxbeer247 on Feb 01, 2021, 06:45 AM
That’s a nice pile of crap right there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: sleibo22 on Feb 01, 2021, 09:07 AM
Thanks for the information on the parking area. Ended up getting on Schroon Saturday morning for several hours. We went on in the usual spot by the Stewart Shop. That temperature tested the soul. Car said -11. Thankfully no wind and sunny, but still have a little frostbite on my fingertips. Not a single flag for over 2.5 hours then we had 7 flags in 45 minutes. Every flag as we approached the hole the reel was screaming! Bummed we only landed one, but made for a great morning. Lost 2 at the hole.


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Feb 01, 2021, 10:00 AM
I always spud since I have my son along and am instilling safety 1st.  It’s fine to walk straight out from the pay phone/ dock area. If you venture south from there, there’s the usual cracks where eventual heaves that make you think twice.  My jiffy chisel spud is “calibrated” in my brain that 2 whacks equals ~4”.  We fished on a solid 6” black and minimal snow cover with that cold last night and tonight should build another bit.  As far as the bite- wasn’t great but iced 7 Lakers in about 2 hours jigging only before they went neutral. Hope that helps.


7 jigged in 2 hrs is a fun day!  will keep your son coming back w you when you are old:) . i like instill safety , there is no fish worth a tragedy.  Thanks for ice update
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Feb 01, 2021, 08:40 PM
Anyone have much luck fishing later afternoon until a few hours after sunset?  Would like to try and go for some lake trout but wondering if I’m better off going for something else.  Any recommendations?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkice22 on Feb 02, 2021, 08:52 AM
I like fishing for pike and have had some decent success on smaller ponds but I was wondering how to locate pike in a bigger lake like Schroon this time of year.  I am not asking for spots.  I'm trying to learn if they stay in shallow water or if they move deeper as winter moves toward February.   Is it more like 15 fow or 20 or 30 fow.  I don't have a lot of experience ice fishing so any help is appreciated.  Thanks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pooley on Feb 02, 2021, 07:05 PM
Anybody get into the ciscos in Paradox? Lure, depth? Want to catch a few for pike bait when we come up this weekend. We only caught 1 in all the years going there.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 02, 2021, 07:29 PM
Anybody get into the ciscos in Paradox? Lure, depth? Want to catch a few for pike bait when we come up this weekend. We only caught 1 in all the years going there.

Have not heard anything about ciscos, but we have gotten into the smelt there this past week, about 6 dozen. Perch colored Hali and a spike, 35 fow on bottom.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pooley on Feb 02, 2021, 07:34 PM
Have not heard anything about ciscos, but we have gotten into the smelt there this past week, about 6 dozen. Perch colored Hali and a spike, 35 fow on bottom.
Thank you!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RicketyIceRigs on Feb 02, 2021, 09:22 PM
Been fishing Schroon a few years now with my 11 year old son. Have been targeting Lakers with some spotty luck. My son is excited to catch anything. Just hard to keep his attention between hook sets. I’ve read on here in previous years that some have good luck with landing perch on Schroon. Other than in the summer, we’ve never run into any while on the ice. Anyone willing to share what they use for finding and hooking some perch. Looking to keep my son interested in the quest for tranquility and happiness of a little rod action during these crazy times. Much appreciated!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Muskytracker on Feb 04, 2021, 07:25 AM
Ricketyicerigs PM sent
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: flyfish413 on Feb 04, 2021, 08:19 AM
I like fishing for pike and have had some decent success on smaller ponds but I was wondering how to locate pike in a bigger lake like Schroon this time of year.  I am not asking for spots.  I'm trying to learn if they stay in shallow water or if they move deeper as winter moves toward February.   Is it more like 15 fow or 20 or 30 fow.  I don't have a lot of experience ice fishing so any help is appreciated.  Thanks.

Pike get caught occasionally all over the water column but you best odds for pike is always the same areas - 3-15 fow near weeds. Use Google Maps with satellite pics from summer to look for weed edges.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 04, 2021, 08:28 AM
Fish the big drops on schroon.  I like shallow sets but not until the end of this month.  Big females are staging deep near spawning areas now.  They won't push shallow until they need to break up their egg mass pre spawn.  (It's why they go so shallow) their eggs are a giant clump stuck together until they rub their belly against structure to break them up.  So I'd be fishing 15-35 fow near spawning areas...specifically with dead bait.  Big females are preserving energy now for the spawn and are typically scavenging for dead baits this time of year.  Hope that helps a bit.  I'm not a huge fan of the generalization of setting shallow near weeds for big lake pike.  Especially this time of year.  Ask my buddy Ed.  He landed a 20lber in 40 fow there this year. Last year my buddy Brian jigged one on 45 fow. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hardwaternubie53 on Feb 04, 2021, 09:34 AM
Fish the big drops on schroon.  I like shallow sets but not until the end of this month.  Big females are staging deep near spawning areas now.  They won't push shallow until they need to break up their egg mass pre spawn.  (It's why they go so shallow) their eggs are a giant clump stuck together until they rub their belly against structure to break them up.  So I'd be fishing 15-35 fow near spawning areas...specifically with dead bait.  Big females are preserving energy now for the spawn and are typically scavenging for dead baits this time of year.  Hope that helps a bit.  I'm not a huge fan of the generalization of setting shallow near weeds for big lake pike.  Especially this time of year.  Ask my buddy Ed.  He landed a 20lber in 40 fow there this year. Last year my buddy Brian jigged one on 45 fow.

Very Cool! Thanks a lot for this info. I'm going up to schroon mid morning, tomorrow for the weekend. This should help a lot. Thanks again.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: S.Crawford on Feb 04, 2021, 09:47 AM
Fish the big drops on schroon.  I like shallow sets but not until the end of this month.  Big females are staging deep near spawning areas now.  They won't push shallow until they need to break up their egg mass pre spawn.  (It's why they go so shallow) their eggs are a giant clump stuck together until they rub their belly against structure to break them up.  So I'd be fishing 15-35 fow near spawning areas...specifically with dead bait.  Big females are preserving energy now for the spawn and are typically scavenging for dead baits this time of year.  Hope that helps a bit.  I'm not a huge fan of the generalization of setting shallow near weeds for big lake pike.  Especially this time of year.  Ask my buddy Ed.  He landed a 20lber in 40 fow there this year. Last year my buddy Brian jigged one on 45 fow.

Awesome info, thanks for sharing! I like learning the why behind things, like why the fish are deep or shallow, how spawning affects their activity, etc. Cheers!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 04, 2021, 10:06 AM
Lots of studies you can Google on this.  Some of what I read said the females will look for dead fish that are decomposing already because they can metabolize then faster.  All this talk makes me want to get back into chasing pike but beating a 30lber seems rather impossible so I chase lakers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: S.Crawford on Feb 04, 2021, 10:35 AM
30lbs, sweet! And I like knowing the “why”...decomposing fish are easier to metabolize. Thanks again!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 04, 2021, 11:28 AM
Wasn't from schroon but it was a giant pre-spawn female.  Shallow set end of February.  4 fow on a dead sea herring.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Feb 04, 2021, 11:30 AM
Fish the big drops on schroon.  I like shallow sets but not until the end of this month.  Big females are staging deep near spawning areas now.  They won't push shallow until they need to break up their egg mass pre spawn.  (It's why they go so shallow) their eggs are a giant clump stuck together until they rub their belly against structure to break them up.  So I'd be fishing 15-35 fow near spawning areas...specifically with dead bait.  Big females are preserving energy now for the spawn and are typically scavenging for dead baits this time of year.  Hope that helps a bit.  I'm not a huge fan of the generalization of setting shallow near weeds for big lake pike.  Especially this time of year.  Ask my buddy Ed.  He landed a 20lber in 40 fow there this year. Last year my buddy Brian jigged one on 45 fow.

Spot on advice, I find this true in many lakes besides Schroon. 15-35 fow is where I look until late February or early March. Dead bait is also more prevalent as the season goes on due to lower oxygen levels, etc. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 04, 2021, 11:50 AM
Spot on advice, I find this true in many lakes besides Schroon. 15-35 fow is where I look until late February or early March. Dead bait is also more prevalent as the season goes on due to lower oxygen levels, etc.

I think we need to meet up and fish for some hogs.  It's been a while and nothing like a wide spread and a day of cooking red meat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Slowtroller on Feb 04, 2021, 01:02 PM
Is there any place to park to fish the narrows.. thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 04, 2021, 01:29 PM
Spot on advice, I find this true in many lakes besides Schroon. 15-35 fow is where I look until late February or early March. Dead bait is also more prevalent as the season goes on due to lower oxygen levels, etc.
I do agree Nate the shallows always get me my fish on schroon but might be only cuz I fish up shallow there 15-30 is a solid number for elsewhere late winter the big pike love to Suspend on rock just as much as they like weeds
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: senko69 on Feb 04, 2021, 05:50 PM
Anyone know if there are ATV's or snowmobiles out and about in southern end, like off Adirondack and Taylors Point area?  Ice thickness report? Thanks! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: countryrebel127 on Feb 04, 2021, 07:30 PM
Looking for info on access points to the south end of schroon? Ive only ever gone off up by stewarts and off of fowler, not that i havent done good up there  id just like to try something different. thanks in advance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SSmokinn SS on Feb 04, 2021, 08:43 PM
Lots of studies you can Google on this.  Some of what I read said the females will look for dead fish that are decomposing already because they can metabolize then faster.  All this talk makes me want to get back into chasing pike but beating a 30lber seems rather impossible so I chase lakers.

Pic ASAP.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: BCSHANTY on Feb 04, 2021, 09:32 PM
Looking for info on access points to the south end of schroon? Ive only ever gone off up by stewarts and off of fowler, not that i havent done good up there  id just like to try something different. thanks in advance
I sent you a pm
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 05, 2021, 02:02 PM
Pic ASAP.

I posted that fish so many times here...go back and find it...it wasn't from schroon.  Posted a monster tiger too...3.5" shorter than the world record.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Walkin624 on Feb 06, 2021, 12:14 PM
Can anyone tell me how much snow is on the ice off of the town launch?  I’m heading up in the morning and want to bring the quad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkice22 on Feb 06, 2021, 12:32 PM
Flyfish413, IowaAccor66, NateNY -- thank you for sharing the info on locating pike -- greatly appreciated!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Feb 06, 2021, 01:11 PM
First timer looking to fish schroon tomorrow. Where is the best place to access by foot for laker territory?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikeman on Feb 06, 2021, 03:24 PM
Behind the Stewart’s on the north end is the easiest. Fishing can be slow..
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ford317 on Feb 14, 2021, 10:53 AM
Boards been quiet. I’m assuming everyone has abandoned Schroon for the king. I’m heading to for a few days with the family Hopefully we won’t get snowed in and be forced to stay a few extra days  ;) ;D.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hardwaternubie53 on Feb 14, 2021, 11:11 AM
Boards been quiet. I’m assuming everyone has abandoned Schroon for the king. I’m heading to for a few days with the family Hopefully we won’t get snowed in and be forced to stay a few extra days  ;) ;D.

My buddy and I spent from Friday mid day to Sunday, mid day, on the ice on Schroon last weekend. We were at the base of Collins Island, straight across the lake from the boat launch. Saturday morning, one short laker. Sunday morning, one hit and run, another one tied itself to a large branch and we lost it at the hole. But, it was still fun chasing flags for the first time this season.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 15, 2021, 02:08 PM
Finally a hot day on Schroon.  8 Lakers landed, several lost, from 8:30-1:30.  All fish were very dark, coming out of deep water to feed on the flats.  Personal best for this season, 24", 5lbs, dark and fat. 50 fow, 20 ft down caught the most.  Hunts and smelt. Drove my Jeep Patriot out there, 13-15" ice, 6-8" snow, more in drifts. Expecting a foot of snow tonight and tomorrow, so getting out there will be an issue without a snow machine. Nice hot teriyaki venison meatball subs made it a perfect day.

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Feb 15, 2021, 02:46 PM
Finally a hot day on Schroon.  8 Lakers landed, several lost, from 8:30-1:30.  All fish were very dark, coming out of deep water to feed on the flats.  Personal best for this season, 24", 5lbs, dark and fat. 50 fow, 20 ft down caught the most.  Hunts and smelt. Drove my Jeep Patriot out there, 13-15" ice, 6-8" snow, more in drifts. Expecting a foot of snow tonight and tomorrow, so getting out there will be an issue without a snow machine. Nice hot teriyaki venison meatball subs made it a perfect day.

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All that good karma coming back for answering my PM's  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkRoy on Feb 15, 2021, 03:17 PM
Can you share that venison teriyaki meatball recipe? It looks awesome. Congrats on the fish as well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigbuck on Feb 15, 2021, 03:34 PM
What lake is nicknamed "the king"?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 15, 2021, 03:44 PM
Can you share that venison teriyaki meatball recipe? It looks awesome. Congrats on the fish as well.
Sure, love to, just remember, I'm Italian, which means I don't measure, a little this, a little that!!!   Pound of ground meat of your choice, teriyaki sauce that I thicken some, granulated garlic, minced ginger, couple minced scallion, salt and pepper, some breadcrumbs.  Mix well, form into balls a little bigger than a golf ball, bake in oven at 350* til you reach an internal temp of 150*.  Drizzle with more teriyaki and make sandwiches, or like I did, put in containers and reheat on the lake.  Enjoy!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 15, 2021, 03:50 PM
All that good karma coming back for answering my PM's  ;D
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkRoy on Feb 15, 2021, 03:56 PM
Sure, love to, just remember, I'm Italian, which means I don't measure, a little this, a little that!!!   Pound of ground meat of your choice, teriyaki sauce that I thicken some, granulated garlic, minced ginger, couple minced scallion, salt and pepper, some breadcrumbs.  Mix well, form into balls a little bigger than a golf ball, bake in oven at 350* til you reach an internal temp of 150*.  Drizzle with more teriyaki and make sandwiches, or like I did, put in containers and reheat on the lake.  Enjoy!

Thank you. Got a freezer full of venison and I'm always looking for new recipes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 15, 2021, 05:44 PM
Flyfish413, IowaAccor66, NateNY -- thank you for sharing the info on locating pike -- greatly appreciated!

Come back and let us know how you do.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Feb 16, 2021, 08:16 AM
All that good karma coming back for answering my PM's  ;D
Congrats looks like you had a great day.   The Lakers in Schroon are really dark.  How much snow did you end up getting?  Thinking of trying tomorrowif drag is not too bad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Feb 16, 2021, 08:20 AM
What lake is nicknamed "the king"?

They’re referring to Lake George, also referred to as the Queen sometimes too
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 16, 2021, 08:31 AM
Finally a hot day on Schroon.  8 Lakers landed, several lost, from 8:30-1:30.  All fish were very dark, coming out of deep water to feed on the flats.  Personal best for this season, 24", 5lbs, dark and fat. 50 fow, 20 ft down caught the most.  Hunts and smelt. Drove my Jeep Patriot out there, 13-15" ice, 6-8" snow, more in drifts. Expecting a foot of snow tonight and tomorrow, so getting out there will be an issue without a snow machine. Nice hot teriyaki venison meatball subs made it a perfect day.

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Well deserved.  Any trucks make it from the north to the south where I like to fish?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 16, 2021, 12:36 PM
Well deserved.  Any trucks make it from the north to the south where I like to fish?
My buddy was out Sunday ramp to Clark with his Nissan Frontier but probably not where you want to fish jon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 16, 2021, 02:08 PM
Well deserved.  Any trucks make it from the north to the south where I like to fish?
Thanks. I heard from the bait shop there were trucks off Eagle Point sometime this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 16, 2021, 02:12 PM
Congrats looks like you had a great day.   The Lakers in Schroon are really dark.  How much snow did you end up getting?  Thinking of trying tomorrowif drag is not too bad.
We got 4-5", then sleet and a little freezing rain.  Slush pockets out there today. Supposed to be very cold next couple days before the next storm hits. My little Jeep Patriot was straining just to get out there yesterday.  Conditions going to have to change before I can get back out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 16, 2021, 02:18 PM
My buddy was out Sunday ramp to Clark with his Nissan Frontier but probably not where you want to fish jon

Thank you sir.  My 8 year old loves laker fishing but doesn't like the long walks so driving to a few dozen waypoints and letting it rip would be really make her happy.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 17, 2021, 11:00 AM
Sure, love to, just remember, I'm Italian, which means I don't measure, a little this, a little that!!!   Pound of ground meat of your choice, teriyaki sauce that I thicken some, granulated garlic, minced ginger, couple minced scallion, salt and pepper, some breadcrumbs.  Mix well, form into balls a little bigger than a golf ball, bake in oven at 350* til you reach an internal temp of 150*.  Drizzle with more teriyaki and make sandwiches, or like I did, put in containers and reheat on the lake.  Enjoy!

Appreciate you sharing the recipe. will definitely have to try this out, those look delicious. Great fish too, absolutely love the real dark ADK lakers  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: icecaptain14 on Feb 21, 2021, 06:24 PM
Any updates on ice conditions went to eagle lake today bunch of pike and bass and a sloppy mess hope its not bad or ill be buying waders
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 21, 2021, 06:33 PM
I haven't been out since last week, going is just too hard right now.  I did talk with several buddies that were out there this weekend.  One 4x4 truck stuck off the boat launch.  Bad slush in pockets that you can't tell til your in them. The 6" of snow and crust hides the bad spots.  Plenty of good ice, just need a little warm weather to knock that stuff down and refreeze at night.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brucebob7 on Feb 21, 2021, 06:38 PM
Was out sat slush was awful even for Sleds !!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: msobie64 on Feb 22, 2021, 07:33 AM
Was out on Sat and Sunday.  I can attest to 6-10inches of slush in spots.  Made the drag pretty tough, on the southern end you had to go a good 100-150 yards out before you hit solid ice with no slush if you were walking out from the western shore as we did.  I'm pretty new to fishing Schroon, does anyone know where I can get a detail contour map?  Unfortunately my Helix doesn't even have a basemap for it.  based on the depth readings I was getting on the Helix 7 I'm pretty sure I was on a flat 30-40ft which didn't produce well (a small Laker and few missed flags). 

Thanks,
Mike
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Feb 22, 2021, 05:51 PM
The Navionics App for your phone is a great, and inexpensive, way to fish target depth and structure. I use it on Oneida, George and Schroon and it never lets me down.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: CamoGurl2023 on Feb 23, 2021, 06:07 AM
Was wondering if you are allowed to park in the spot by the narrows still. I fished it last year and did very well. I just don't know if it got posted. Thank you
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Feb 23, 2021, 06:37 AM
Was wondering if you are allowed to park in the spot by the narrows still. I fished it last year and did very well. I just don't know if it got posted. Thank you

If you’re talking about the seasonal restaurant yes. I was there several weeks ago, plowed parking lot and snowmobiles had a good track packed down
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 23, 2021, 06:43 AM
Thank you moderators for taking that picture down with a circled satellite image of an access for the whole internet to see .... people have zero respect for spots and access now a days it’s unbelievable the access is allowed but if more of that keeps up it won’t be.... unbelievable
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: CamoGurl2023 on Feb 23, 2021, 07:28 AM
Thank you moderators for taking that picture down with a circled satellite image of an access for the whole internet to see .... people have zero respect for spots and access now a days it’s unbelievable the access is allowed but if more of that keeps up it won’t be.... unbelievable

I actually took it down. I realized it wasn't a good idea to post it...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: CamoGurl2023 on Feb 23, 2021, 07:39 AM
If you’re talking about the seasonal restaurant yes. I was there several weeks ago, plowed parking lot and snowmobiles had a good track packed down

Thank you! I hope you are having a good season!  :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Steelhead5678 on Feb 25, 2021, 02:36 AM
Curious with the stretch of warm weather how the drag out is? How much slush is on top?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 25, 2021, 09:01 AM

I actually took it down. I realized it wasn't a good idea to post it...

Good move.  It's no fun driving at 1am to get to Lake George early enough to get a parking spot.  The spot you posted could very easily be overrun like that. 

I bet the drag is hell.  Nearby we almost got a 1000cc sled stuck a few times in drifts and slush ...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2021, 03:40 AM
Got a report Friday of a bad slush pocket behind the Island, so fyi.  I drove around north basin, everything rock hard.  Just a skiff of snow, so snowmobiles, wheelers, small 4x4 vehicles should be fine.  Stay away from usual trouble spots, inlet, Rogers Brook by the boat launch.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 06, 2021, 03:48 PM
Any updates on the derby?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 06, 2021, 07:18 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 07, 2021, 09:45 AM
Currently in 3rd place with my salmon.     2.79lbs 21.5"   
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Mar 07, 2021, 09:50 AM
Nice, hope you hang on!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 07, 2021, 04:37 PM
what happened to all of those big ones they dumped in there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: touge30 on Mar 07, 2021, 04:47 PM
I hope u hang on too
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 07, 2021, 04:58 PM
what happened to all of those big ones they dumped in there
They have been getting caught all winter long, up to 6lbs.  Winner for salmon for the derby was 4.56lbs, then 4.35lbs, and yes, I hung on for a third place finish at 2.75lbs.  It was one of the summer stockies.  We're in the money!!!  ;) ;) ;)
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 07, 2021, 06:37 PM
Congrats Tony.   That’s a little payback for all you do on here
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 07, 2021, 07:10 PM
Congrats Tony.   That’s a little payback for all you do on here

X2.  Nice work!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 07, 2021, 07:23 PM
Thanks guys, kind of a memorable fish. First light this morning, flag goes off, icicle 7' under ice, takes out 20' of line drops it.  Re bait, 15 minutes later flag goes off again, this time it's screaming.  Set the hook, fight the fish, kind of like bringing in an old boot til he gets near the hole, makes several runs, finally get his head up the hole and hook comes out! Had to "go in" and scoop him out!  That was it for the day.  Really slow, but that's ok. Had time to cook the boys a nice breakfast, enjoyable Derby.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Mar 07, 2021, 07:57 PM
Great story. Congrats!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: msobie64 on Mar 08, 2021, 08:36 AM
Congrats on the Salmon!  We didn't fair as well but was still fun.  Saw a few flags but nothing hung on.  Kids had fun, definitely be back next year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 08, 2021, 10:17 AM
Good work tony, lots of trucks still out there and tons of people put the fish down way to grind it up well deserved
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 08, 2021, 10:22 AM
Certainly was a fun Derby. We took biggest pickerel too, so our "team" did really well.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Mar 08, 2021, 10:25 AM
Great job Tony :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tjk3rd on Mar 09, 2021, 09:47 AM
Congrats Tony.  Thanks again for all the reliable information you share.  We only got 1 small laker and 1 smallie but had a great weekend!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ford317 on Mar 09, 2021, 03:31 PM
Plan on going up to the boat launch on the north end Thursday. I’m wondering if there are any trouble areas to stay away from outside of the Rogers brook?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 09, 2021, 03:39 PM
In that area, just the brook.  North end off Fowler will start getting shaky soon from the inlet.  That's about it for the north basin.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Ford317 on Mar 10, 2021, 05:24 AM
Thanks so much.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: msobie64 on Mar 10, 2021, 07:12 PM
Hey Everyone,

Hope this post is ok, if not let me know I'll pull it down.  Just looking for some feedback since the last trip to schroon wasn't that successful.  We fished the south end in front of Blue Sky Estates (15-40ft) all tip-ups. We fished with suckers and shiners (hooked behind the dorsal fin) and dropped them down about 5ft off the bottom (verified by my Helix 7).  Any issues with the technique or did we just have an unlucky weekend?  Is this part of the lake less active than the north this time of year?

Thanks in advance


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 10, 2021, 08:11 PM
That area is known to take some big pike, but for Lake Trout and Salmon further up the shoreline would be better.  Years ago baby suckers would catch most Lake Trout, fished a foot off bottom, but in the last number of years Hunts and Icicles fished suspended has far outfished anything on bottom.  20 ft under the ice seems to be the magic number.  Years ago the old timers put buttons on their braided lines set at 20 ft and always fished that depth. All the Lake Trout we caught this weekend were caught 15-20 ft under the ice, in 40-50 fow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: msobie64 on Mar 11, 2021, 07:00 AM
Thanks Tony.  I’ll be back at it next year.  My son enjoys it so job number one accomplished.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 11, 2021, 11:47 AM
Schroon like any other big lake takes time time to figure out.  One year we couldn't fish LG and I counted 166 lakers from the same GPS marks.  All on jigs.  Food for thought.  Ironically the local epo checked me April 1 that year and says "man you never over from those holes"  he had been watching via binoculars all season and came to say hi on April fools.  Good guy for sure. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 13, 2021, 08:38 AM
Everything buttoned up nicely with last night's cold. Guys are out there today with  wheeler's. Edges good.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: S.Crawford on Mar 14, 2021, 10:46 PM
Everything buttoned up nicely with last night's cold. Guys are out there today with  wheeler's. Edges good.

Good to know. Cheers!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Mar 15, 2021, 09:53 AM
Tony thanks for the update on the conditions.  I pretty much had the south end of the lake to myself on Saturday with the exception of a few groups who fished from like 9-1.  It took some work but I found some smaller lakers to play with.  I started out on a 40 foot flat but wasn't marking a thing.  The weather was pleasant so I ventured out with the flasher and found some fish in deeper water that would aggressively chase my bait.  The wind picked up so i made a whole camp move to where the fish were.  I landed 3, lost a nice one on the bottom of the hole and hooked several others.  I ended up packing up a little after 2 after a big gust of wind ripped 3 of 4 spikes out of the ice and almost took my shanty for a ride.  I think that is the most lakers that I've ever marked so I was more than pleased with how my day turned out.


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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Mar 15, 2021, 10:09 AM
A great day of fishing with a nice samich, sounds like time well spent
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 15, 2021, 11:23 AM
Look at you Pat!  Nice work.  I'll be up the 27-28th.  Maybe one day this weekend if I don't take the boat out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 15, 2021, 12:25 PM
Nicely done Pat, and you ate well, which is the important part!!!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 15, 2021, 01:05 PM
Good work per usual pat!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 15, 2021, 01:40 PM
Anyone know how access is looking at adarondak or the narrows? Assuming the narrows is getting questionable but don’t want to drive to the far side ADK to find the shores shot thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Mar 15, 2021, 01:46 PM
Have not been down that way, plenty of guys fishing this weekend, near zero last night, same for tonight.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 15, 2021, 02:13 PM
Have not been down that way, plenty of guys fishing this weekend, near zero last night, same for tonight.

Down by the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 16, 2021, 08:04 AM
Down by the narrows?
Guess you didn’t want to try George?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spoondangler on Mar 16, 2021, 09:14 AM
Guess you didn’t want to try George?


Did end up at George.  Outta harthstone.  Edges are sketchy but will hopefully be fine for a few hours, bite is  not happening though
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 16, 2021, 11:57 AM

Did end up at George, bite is  not happening though


That's been my entire season ..... i hope it freezes next year!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 16, 2021, 01:14 PM

That's been my entire season ..... i hope it freezes next year!
Heard you guys had a couple atleast on Sunday john I wasn’t dealing with that wind, I pike fished and had a decent one last day of season so it was worth not braving the wind and tucking in
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pikeman on Mar 16, 2021, 02:41 PM
Hate to ask,but any chance anyone knows if the shorelines are still alright at the narrows or southern end? Plan on taking a ride in a few days,I know the main ice should be fine. Would be nice to know that I won’t be stuck at the north end. Appreciate and replies or pms,I know a lot could have changed the past week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 16, 2021, 02:44 PM
Hate to ask,but any chance anyone knows if the shorelines are still alright at the narrows or southern end? Plan on taking a ride in a few days,I know the main ice should be fine. Would be nice to know that I won’t be stuck at the north end. Appreciate and replies or pms,I know a lot could have changed the past week.
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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Mar 16, 2021, 03:35 PM
Heard you guys had a couple atleast on Sunday john I wasn’t dealing with that wind, I pike fished and had a decent one last day of season so it was worth not braving the wind and tucking in

Yeah i landed a few. Ironically when Zach stopped to talk before he bailed i had a stretch of decent action and I wasn’t paying enough attention and missed a bunch of opportunities. 

The wind wasn’t that bad until noon.

Stripers soon  @)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Mar 17, 2021, 10:01 AM
Yeah i landed a few. Ironically when Zach stopped to talk before he bailed i had a stretch of decent action and I wasn’t paying enough attention and missed a bunch of opportunities. 

The wind wasn’t that bad until noon.

Stripers soon  @)

Will be my final weekend on the ice this weekend. Will be out sat & sunday looking for some schroon gold so will keep you posted. If you can get monday off, ill be finishing my season with Bill on one of his favorite lakes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 17, 2021, 08:09 PM
Will be my final weekend on the ice this weekend. Will be out sat & sunday looking for some schroon gold so will keep you posted. If you can get monday off, ill be finishing my season with Bill on one of his favorite lakes.

I'm going to hit it the weekend after and call it a season. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Mar 18, 2021, 06:21 AM
I'm going to hit it the weekend after and call it a season.

Will be out of town for last weekend of march otherwise id make that my last weekend on the ice. Always a bittersweet time of year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krocodile on Mar 18, 2021, 05:39 PM
Fished out of Adirondack today. Access was good but stay close to the shoreline/right until you get past the big pressure crack 100 or so yards from shore. Had 10 inches of clear and 2 inches of white ice, main sheet was in good shape. When I drilled the chips were starting to come up in little square chunks and there was some air working its way through the ice. Got 8 trout in 50-60ft from 12-2:30. Spent the first 5 hours in 28-30ft and had fish come up and a few chase but they only nipped at the jig. All jigging, I do not own any tipups.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: S.Crawford on Mar 18, 2021, 06:24 PM
Fished out of Adirondack today. Access was good but stay close to the shoreline/right until you get past the big pressure crack 100 or so yards from shore. Had 10 inches of clear and 2 inches of white ice, main sheet was in good shape. When I drilled the chips were starting to come up in little square chunks and there was some air working its way through the ice. Got 8 trout in 50-60ft from 12-2:30. Spent the first 5 hours in 28-30ft and had fish come up and a few chase but they only nipped at the jig. All jigging, I do not own any tipups.

Thanks for the update. Hoping to head there Saturday for my last day of the season. Sounds like you had a great day too!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 19, 2021, 08:41 AM
Will be out of town for last weekend of march otherwise id make that my last weekend on the ice. Always a bittersweet time of year

You could hit BML in April. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: tree-on on Mar 22, 2021, 10:38 AM
Fished on the north end Sunday, Measured 15", about half was soft white ice, the rest darker. No fish. Shoreline ok, pressure crack out by the island. Be careful of drain-back holes, some were skimmed over with about an inch of ice in the morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 22, 2021, 01:04 PM
Fished Saturday and Sunday 28 lakers between 3 people one day, 2 the next. all jigging. ice I found was 9-12” most being good. crossed a few gnarly ridges as well. some spots it was all just about white ice some spots black ice. the air bubbles are starting to seep almost to the bottom of the clear black. top 3” got soft and lost each day Saturday and Sunday. little worse on Sunday car said 62 when I left the lake at 2pm yesterday
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Mar 22, 2021, 03:28 PM
Fished Saturday and Sunday 28 lakers between 3 people one day, 2 the next. all jigging. ice I found was 9-12” most being good. crossed a few gnarly ridges as well. some spots it was all just about white ice some spots black ice. the air bubbles are starting to seep almost to the bottom of the clear black. top 3” got soft and lost each day Saturday and Sunday. little worse on Sunday car said 62 when I left the lake at 2pm yesterday

Nice work!  I was out there on Saturday as well.  The morning bite was hot and we ended up with 30 lakers between the two of us with the large majority of them coming from 630-930.  We picked up a few more later in the day but packed up around 130 once they became finicky.  Great way to end the hardwater season.  Looking forward to getting in the waders, taking the drift raft for a float and chasing something salty in the pedal drive.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 23, 2021, 06:02 AM
Nice work!  I was out there on Saturday as well.  The morning bite was hot and we ended up with 30 lakers between the two of us with the large majority of them coming from 630-930.  We picked up a few more later in the day but packed up around 130 once they became finicky.  Great way to end the hardwater season.  Looking forward to getting in the waders, taking the drift raft for a float and chasing something salty in the pedal drive.

awesome work pat, was gunna mention your crush fest on my post but I figured you'd get back on here eventually, good work this year as I am done also will be casting for the first salty bass this weekend
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 23, 2021, 09:18 AM
Nice work guys.  I'm staying up there this weekend but I am starting to think I may leave the ice gear at home.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 23, 2021, 01:35 PM
Nice work guys.  I'm staying up there this weekend but I am starting to think I may leave the ice gear at home.
Hit the big lake your close enough already!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkoutdoorsman on Dec 27, 2021, 10:20 PM
What’s the ice conditions on the north end of Schroon? Are the edges frozen yet? I’ve heard that Brant is starting to lock up and figured that Schroon must not be far behind. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mikey Ice on Dec 28, 2021, 06:35 AM
still not yet
its skimming over but i cant imagine it being safe till the weekend after newyears
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 28, 2021, 11:15 AM

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It's starting.  Like this from Narrows north.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkoutdoorsman on Dec 28, 2021, 04:08 PM
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It's starting.  Like this from Narrows north.
Nice! Looks like it’ll be ready in a few weeks if the weather stays cold
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 05, 2022, 02:09 PM

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It's on boys...... I guess.  They went on at Fowler and stayed on the white area which has been frozen for over a week. The dark area froze 2 days ago. There was also someone south of the Island, but he must have come from the east shore.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Bassmaster16 on Jan 08, 2022, 02:34 PM
Anyone out behind Stewart’s today?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jflood on Jan 08, 2022, 07:00 PM
Many guys out behind Stewart’s today
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2022, 07:20 PM
Almost looked like the Derby out there today. Off Fowler, around the Island, off the boat launch behind Stewarts, lots of guys at the Narrows, above the Narrows. With big time cold starting Sunday night through first half of next week, I'm thinking machines would be good for next weekend. Update that later in the week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkoutdoorsman on Jan 08, 2022, 07:49 PM
Almost looked like the Derby out there today. Off Fowler, around the Island, off the boat launch behind Stewarts, lots of guys at the Narrows, above the Narrows. With big time cold starting Sunday night through first half of next week, I'm thinking machines would be good for next weekend. Update that later in the week.
How does the south end near Eagle Point look? If the narrows are frozen the south end must be starting to skim up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2022, 08:01 PM
How does the south end gear Eagle Point look? If the narrows are frozen the south end must be starting to skim up

I drove around the lake Wednesday. South end was mostly frozen up to Shaw Hill. Spotty open water off Adirondack with frozen areas. Haven't been back since, but it's been zero or below last 3 nights, with daytime temps struggling to get out of the teens. With no snow and very cold this coming week everything should button up by next weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adkoutdoorsman on Jan 08, 2022, 08:04 PM
I drove around the lake Wednesday. South end was mostly frozen up to Shaw Hill. Spotty open water off Adirondack with frozen areas. Haven't been back since, but it's been zero or below last 3 nights, with daytime temps struggling to get out of the teens. With no snow and very cold this coming week everything should button up by next weekend.
Thanks for the update, looking forward to next weekend. Tight lines everyone
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: rugerone on Jan 09, 2022, 01:40 PM
Thanks for info forcast is encouraging. Everyone have a safe season !
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 10, 2022, 08:28 AM
Many guys out behind Stewart’s today

fair amount of people out north and south of the launch area.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Jan 10, 2022, 11:44 AM
South end has a bunch open water, wind must be keeping it open. We fished the narrows this weekend and had about 4.5 inches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Hugh-Boone on Jan 10, 2022, 01:58 PM
I can confirm the ice thickness, vast majority was of good quality to, could see baits almost 10' below the hole through the ice in the popup the ice was so clear. Should pack on some more over the next few days with it having virtually no snowcover.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 13, 2022, 05:16 AM
I can confirm the ice thickness, vast majority was of good quality to, could see baits almost 10' below the hole through the ice in the popup the ice was so clear. Should pack on some more over the next few days with it having virtually no snowcover.

Awesome to see some clean water
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 13, 2022, 04:18 PM
South end has a bunch open water, wind must be keeping it open. We fished the narrows this weekend and had about 4.5 inches.

Same here.  Boring and more guys than I think Ive ever seen on first ice there.  Moving on to bigger slimer locations...
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 13, 2022, 05:01 PM
Same here.  Boring and more guys than I think Ive ever seen on first ice there.  Moving on to bigger slimer locations...

 :P :P :P
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 13, 2022, 05:05 PM
:P :P :P

Have fun moving snow.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 13, 2022, 05:06 PM
Have fun moving snow.
too soon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 13, 2022, 07:15 PM
What do people targets around the narrows? Lakers, perch, pike?  I’m terrible at jig in but can throw out a spread of traps with the best of em
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 14, 2022, 06:06 AM
What do people targets around the narrows? Lakers, perch, pike?  I’m terrible at jig in but can throw out a spread of traps with the best of em
Jigging only laws in the narrows  ;) ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 14, 2022, 06:19 AM
Jigging only laws in the narrows  ;) ;)

I knew I’d have to step my jogging game up or I wouldn’t be cool enough for the narrows  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 14, 2022, 08:45 AM
I knew I’d have to step my jogging game up or I wouldn’t be cool enough for the narrows  ;D
Hahah perch n lakers are the usual suspects all though a deep suspended pike could be cruising
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2022, 09:04 AM
20-24 lb pike caught there last few years, if you go in the right spots.  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 14, 2022, 09:32 AM
What do people targets around the narrows? Lakers, perch, pike?  I’m terrible at jig in but can throw out a spread of traps with the best of em

Target being bored!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 14, 2022, 12:04 PM
Thanks everyone for your replies. I may have private access lined up just south of the narrows. This would save the princess a great deal of steps compared to lakes we fish from public access
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2022, 02:35 PM
Still very sketchy south of the Narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Jan 14, 2022, 02:54 PM
Still very sketchy south of the Narrows.

Thanks for the info. Wouldn’t be this weekend, I would fear that the freezing temps would deter her from ever going again!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 14, 2022, 04:07 PM
Be cautious with machine buddy went thru td on north end between island and boat ramp
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PSCfishingking on Jan 15, 2022, 08:31 PM
Great day behind Stewart's. No concerns at all, like 6-8" of ice. 2-3 snow machines cruising around; a handful of permanent shanties out. Froze our butts off but nice day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 17, 2022, 10:27 AM
6 to 7 inches south end. Lots of people, all setup relatively close to one another. 2 days prior there were 3 groups out.

Time to move on to other places. ;)

There was still smaller spots of open water well south of Eagle that I saw when I left for the day so depending on how far you venture, be very careful. There are also some ridges towards the south that looked very wet.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 18, 2022, 09:52 AM
I noticed steam in the big basin south of the narrows on Sunday. Wasn't there that evening so assuming it froze over but be careful if anyone is venturing out over that deep hole of the southern basin. With the new snow, it's bound be a super dangerous area for walking or machines
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Jan 18, 2022, 10:47 AM
I noticed steam in the big basin south of the narrows on Sunday. Wasn't there that evening so assuming it froze over but be careful if anyone is venturing out over that deep hole of the southern basin. With the new snow, it's bound be a super dangerous area for walking or machines

There was open water down there Saturday.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 18, 2022, 01:08 PM
Taking some buddies up to Schroon for the first time this weekend.

Targeting mostly lakers and salmon.  Any spots that access is easiest or any spots to be careful of? Thinking mainly the Narrows and north.

I appreciate any help!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 18, 2022, 02:47 PM
Taking some buddies up to Schroon for the first time this weekend.

Targeting mostly lakers and salmon.  Any spots that access is easiest or any spots to be careful of? Thinking mainly the Narrows and north.

I appreciate any help!
The boat ramp in town behind Stewart’s
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2022, 06:32 PM
This is a different year on Schroon. I've never seen it freeze this way. There is a bad pressure ridge from just above DeCesares Pizza straight across to the south of the Island. There is another bad one across the usual access point to the right of the boat launch.  Don't go that way. All access should be to the left of the launch. Heard there is a solid 8" black ice pretty much everywhere on the north basin. Watch those pressure ridges though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: PMO on Jan 19, 2022, 05:46 PM
Hello to all of you could I get a SL and ponds report as of today. I’m looking at coming up once again. Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 20, 2022, 05:44 PM
Anyone know if Eagle Point is plowed? Or what the accessibility is?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 21, 2022, 06:02 AM
Anyone know if Eagle Point is plowed? Or what the accessibility is?

Usually isnt aside from a couple parking spots.  4 wheel recommended.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Laker518 on Jan 21, 2022, 09:45 AM
I haven’t gotten a chance to get up to Schroon this season.

Anyone been out behind the Stewart’s recently?  Hoping to get up there this weekend but I’ve heard a lot of mixed things about spotty ice this this season. I’ll be sure to bring a spud but if there anything to watch out for out that way?

Thanks!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NatefishNY on Jan 21, 2022, 11:22 AM
Anyone know if Eagle Point is plowed? Or what the accessibility is?

It was open and plowed last weekend (Saturday) but I don't know if they plowed it after the Monday storm. I even drove down to the lake and picked up my sled instead of dragging it up to the top. In recent years, they have not plowed though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Jan 21, 2022, 12:27 PM
Does anybody have a report for amount of snow on the ice? Trying to figure out how much time i'll need to drag out to my location. Normally wouldnt be too worries about it but im only 6 months removed from a torn Achilles and still working myself back
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 21, 2022, 12:43 PM
Does anybody have a report for amount of snow on the ice? Trying to figure out how much time i'll need to drag out to my location. Normally wouldnt be too worries about it but im only 6 months removed from a torn Achilles and still working myself back

Will pull you out $69.00.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 21, 2022, 02:25 PM
4-6" snow most areas. Lots of snowmobile tracks have things pretty packed down. Off the town dock was completely packed down, stay right on top.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: markduffy13 on Jan 21, 2022, 04:20 PM
It was open and plowed last weekend (Saturday) but I don't know if they plowed it after the Monday storm. I even drove down to the lake and picked up my sled instead of dragging it up to the top. In recent years, they have not plowed though.

I was just there.  It’s plowed all the way to the lake.  Spudded out about 30 yards and it was plenty thick.   But there are a couple pressure ridges.  One just north, and another that runs diagonal across and down to the south. 
Not sure about those.  Also, someone was out in the middle earlier just north of the pressure ridge.  I could see their tracks and holes.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: NewIce on Jan 24, 2022, 06:54 AM
I made the trip down to Eagle Point on Sunday. I made it out about 1/3 of the way to the center. The ice thickness varied from 8 or more inches near shore to 4 inches out further. The uncovered ice was thicker and the snow covered ice was good clear ice but considerably thinner. The bite was slow for me. I fished from 30-60 fow and saw a lot of smelt but very few lakers. I landed one and had a few chasers who weren't very enthusiastic about it. I noticed that the water visibility wasn't all that great plus it was overcast so that may have had an impact on the lakers seeing the lures that I was using.

NewIce
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Jan 24, 2022, 11:48 AM
Thank you for the ice thickness  update     
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mtnd777 on Feb 14, 2022, 12:20 AM
Anyone know how the snow cover is on the lake? I'm planning on heading there Tuesday and just trying to get an idea before I head up
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 14, 2022, 08:47 AM
Snow and slush has settled and frozen. Most machines staying on top. Much easier going, just really rough.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mtnd777 on Feb 14, 2022, 11:29 PM
Snow and slush has settled and frozen. Most machines staying on top. Much easier going, just really rough.

Thank you very much
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 22, 2022, 11:00 AM
Just a heads up, some nasty looking pressure ridges have opened up in the last day on the North Basin of Schroon Lake, worst being from the Island to western shore by Grove Point. Drone pics courtesy Tom Patrick, Schroon Lake Facebook page.

(https://i.postimg.cc/McxxMh8p/274586020-10228186499314661-5369603628909817443-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McxxMh8p)

(https://i.postimg.cc/q6tdHr2j/274588586-10228186499714671-6495146221766768305-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q6tdHr2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/G4PnCqsw/274481395-10228186499994678-8229661832072437354-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4PnCqsw)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 22, 2022, 11:50 AM
Wow thats gnarly. thanks for sharing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: saltr on Feb 22, 2022, 04:54 PM
Thanks Tony!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Feb 24, 2022, 07:25 AM
Anyone have any idea how access looks at eagle point? Edges accessible? Any open spots to be aware of?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Feb 28, 2022, 10:20 AM
Fished the east shore, south basin this past Saturday.   The edges were messy by afternoon .  Buddy broke through  couple feet from shore exiting around 430.  Although there was a lot of solid ice too shore was tough to tell w new snow .  Just an Fyi
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: harpoonlocke on Mar 08, 2022, 10:27 PM
Thinking of getting out one last time this weekend. Has anyone been out off of Fowler Ave? Wondering how the ice is holding up there
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 12, 2022, 10:35 AM
What do we think about this week boys,  ice coming soon?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 14, 2022, 07:15 AM
What do we think about this week boys,  ice coming soon?

That was good for a laugh this morning!  Thank you.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 15, 2022, 05:37 AM
I just wanted to be the first post of the season  ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Diceman-1 on Dec 20, 2022, 05:37 AM
Is there any ice on the north end of Schroon Lake?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 20, 2022, 08:42 AM
North end skim this morning, with the coming wind and rain that will be gone.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Bassmaster16 on Dec 27, 2022, 07:52 AM
Anyone been by Stewart’s on the north end yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 27, 2022, 08:53 AM
All open
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 27, 2022, 10:04 PM
All open

Any ice near the launch or snow on the launch itself?  Boat is still ready to go.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 28, 2022, 06:02 AM
They never took the little dock out, and the winds have kept everything wide open. Temps in the 40's, might be nice boating!  There is ice at Keplers Bay, up by the marina.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 28, 2022, 07:16 AM
Any update on paradox or eagle is appreciated
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 28, 2022, 10:06 AM
Guys were fishing Eagle, both sides yesterday (Monday).  Haven't had eyes on Paradox yet, but willing to bet the is fishable ice on the east, boat launch side.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 28, 2022, 09:35 PM
Appreciate the report sir. Gonna head up by tupper and hit a smaller lake overnight thurs into Friday.  Time to break out the hammock, tarp, and uncle jimmy beam :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Scottjosh on Dec 29, 2022, 04:55 PM
Just got back from small side of Eagle. About 4 or 5 inches of good clear ice and about another 3 of white layered ice. Seen a shanty on the west side of paradox but about half of it is still open water. Didn't make it to the campground to check the east side.

Guys were fishing Eagle, both sides yesterday (Monday).  Haven't had eyes on Paradox yet, but willing to bet the is fishable ice on the east, boat launch side.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 30, 2022, 03:13 AM
They never took the little dock out, and the winds have kept everything wide open. Temps in the 40's, might be nice boating!  There is ice at Keplers Bay, up by the marina.

Thanks Tony!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 05, 2023, 10:04 PM
Definitely Bummed about Schroon not being ready yet. Got me thinking, can anyone remember a year when Schroon stayed open all winter?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 06, 2023, 05:31 AM
Definitely Bummed about Schroon not being ready yet. Got me thinking, can anyone remember a year when Schroon stayed open all winter?
No, never.  But I can remember getting safely out there first week of Feb.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeremywhorf on Jan 06, 2023, 05:31 PM
Has any one laid eyes on paradox lake, specifically the campground side.

Thanks

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 14, 2023, 01:09 PM
Schroon froze last Monday, from north of the Narrows up to the marina. Withstood Fridays cold rain, buttoned up last night.  With night time temps near 10* expected the next 3 nights, should have fishable ice by mid week.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Scottjosh on Jan 14, 2023, 03:38 PM
Has any one laid eyes on paradox lake, specifically the campground side.

Thanks

People have been fishing the small side of paradox, but not sure how the rain affected it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pixleyken on Jan 14, 2023, 05:46 PM
Schroon froze last Monday, from north of the Narrows up to the marina. Withstood Fridays cold rain, buttoned up last night.  With night time temps near 10* expected the next 3 nights, should have fishable ice by mid week.

Awesome news, thanks for the update :tipup:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 17, 2023, 08:43 AM
2 groups of guys on Schroon today.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Jan 17, 2023, 10:49 AM
2 groups of guys on Schroon today.
Good to here. Thanks for updating everyone every year on Schroon.  :)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fish-N-forage on Jan 17, 2023, 05:22 PM
there was about 4 inches of ice in town out 100 yds from the boat launch
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Brookie442 on Jan 17, 2023, 09:53 PM
Paradox had 10 to 12 inches of ice by the campground yesterday.  Bunch of people out there and a few four wheelers. Beautiful day but very slow and heard of a few fish being caught. 
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJ0jpKwR/20230116-103047.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJ0jpKwR)

(https://i.postimg.cc/YjqKSKTW/20230116-113626.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjqKSKTW)

(https://i.postimg.cc/XXQWK79L/20230116-113703.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XXQWK79L)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 19, 2023, 06:16 PM
What’s Schroon looking like? Did the ice from Earlier in the week survive? Have a house just south of the narrows first weekend of Feb. Hopefully we don’t have to drive somewhere else to find safe ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 21, 2023, 10:34 AM
Biggest crowd this season. 4-5" ice, edges a little sloppy, got to watch where you're going.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0zMw1S5/326352624-567045015282837-7644092000487084606-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0zMw1S5)

(https://i.postimg.cc/9wc1cHmP/326964597-2356827881122637-3475935638578759686-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9wc1cHmP)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Jan 27, 2023, 03:48 AM
Headed up later today. How much snow fell from the last storm?  I am guessing 10”.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Feb 01, 2023, 08:15 AM
Anyone know if the open water south of the narrows has locked up yet? Was open Saturday AM. Last night seemed like a night it might have made some progress.

Thanks and any info is much appreciated.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 01, 2023, 10:18 AM
Just saw a report on Fb that the south basin buttoned up last night. Should put on ice quickly this weekend.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 01, 2023, 10:59 AM
Just saw a report on Fb that the south basin buttoned up last night. Should put on ice quickly this weekend.

Fingers crossed the wind behaves and this cold burst isnt all for naught.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 01, 2023, 01:21 PM
Just got back from a ride around the lake. Did not see any open water, all black ice.  Temps today in the low twenties, tonight in the low teens,  Winds to pick pick up late Thurs night.  I think she'll hold.  Couple guys fishing south of Shaw Hill Rd, couple guys off Sandy Point, Narrows.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Gillrippers1 on Feb 01, 2023, 02:05 PM
Any idea how much ice the north end up near the boat launch has?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Feb 01, 2023, 02:56 PM
Just got back from a ride around the lake. Did not see any open water, all black ice.  Temps today in the low twenties, tonight in the low teens,  Winds to pick pick up late Thurs night.  I think she'll hold.  Couple guys fishing south of Shaw Hill Rd, couple guys off Sandy Point, Narrows.

Appreciate you making the drive for everyone
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 02, 2023, 07:24 PM
Just got back from a ride around the lake. Did not see any open water, all black ice.  Temps today in the low twenties, tonight in the low teens,  Winds to pick pick up late Thurs night.  I think she'll hold.  Couple guys fishing south of Shaw Hill Rd, couple guys off Sandy Point, Narrows.

Sticks and stones still open?  One of the owners is extrememly friendly, would love to bump into her again ha.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 02, 2023, 08:23 PM
Yup, Wed-Sun
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 03, 2023, 08:22 AM
Thanks Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: samoljets on Feb 03, 2023, 08:04 PM
How much ice is below the narrows? Catch and release guy looking to get out and have acess from a freinds house thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Jlay_upstateny on Feb 04, 2023, 05:44 PM
Anybody off eagle point yet?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: samoljets on Feb 04, 2023, 06:10 PM
Maybe—Ice Shanty Members
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 05, 2023, 06:45 AM
How much ice is below the narrows? Catch and release guy looking to get out and have acess from a freinds house thanks

Did you ask your friend?  Let us know!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 05, 2023, 11:29 AM
Looks like the derby out there today. Nicer weather, good ice, fishermen everywhere!.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 05, 2023, 05:14 PM
Looks like the derby out there today. Nicer weather, good ice, fishermen everywhere!.
Getting pounded like my ex gf this year being the few laker water that’s frozen
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 06, 2023, 01:11 AM
Getting pounded like my ex gf this year being the few laker water that’s frozen

She's a good girl, she can take it.  The lake, that is. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 06, 2023, 05:44 AM
She's a good girl, she can take it.  The lake, that is.
;) hehehe
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: frame938 on Feb 06, 2023, 05:58 AM
What is the word on Eagle Point Campground? Is the gate open there? Also, how was the weekend up there? Looks like a lot of people were out.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 06, 2023, 10:16 AM
Guys have been fishing Eagle Point for about a week, gate is still closed. North end 9-10" ice, lots of decent Lakers being caught.  Early ice has been good. Ice really varies, had a friend who lives half way to the narrows say ice went from 9-3" real quick. This weekend someone broke thru off Schroon Manor, FD was called, but canceled as the guy got out.  As usual, guys look at the number of people behind Stewarts, and foolishly assume the entire lake is safe. IT IS NOT!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 06, 2023, 02:37 PM
;) hehehe

Im thinking wednesday in the truck smash spot. Just need tk get excused from Jury duty fast.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2023, 07:02 AM
;) hehehe

Maybe your talking about my favorite fluke girl!?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 07, 2023, 07:08 AM
Maybe your talking about my favorite fluke girl!?
Hahaha spooned em up! But screw jury duty!! You have Covid still remember
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2023, 12:54 PM
Hahaha spooned em up! But ****censored word**** jury duty!! You have Covid still remember

Good call, will call tonight and then if off the hook its spoon time.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spinmoney on Feb 07, 2023, 07:55 PM
Where can you get onto the lake at the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2023, 07:57 PM
Where can you get onto the lake at the narrows?

Limited parking.  People dont want to talk about that online.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Feb 08, 2023, 09:50 AM
Where can you get onto the lake at the narrows?


Spinmoney you def aren't shy to ask questions.  Hopefully someone sends you a PM sounds like you've got the laker bug pretty bad.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Spinmoney on Feb 08, 2023, 04:41 PM

Spinmoney you def aren't shy to ask questions.  Hopefully someone sends you a PM sounds like you've got the laker bug pretty bad.

Do a lot of fishing fridays alone and like to get things figured out for the weekend when I go with others. I love trying new areas so I’m always asking for help to get to places. I’ve fished probably 20 different bodies of water this year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 09, 2023, 10:08 AM
If you take a ride the parking area avails itself easily.  Aka you wont miss it.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: bigace on Feb 10, 2023, 05:35 PM
Anybody got a good report of how much ice is off Adirondack? Want to make my yearly trip this Wednesday but not 100% sure of ice reports
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: wec on Feb 12, 2023, 11:14 AM
On Monday there was 8-10 inches on the white ice, and 5-6 inches on the black ice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 13, 2023, 09:46 AM
Anybody got a good report of how much ice is off Adirondack? Want to make my yearly trip this Wednesday but not 100% sure of ice reports

Keep an eye on lake level.  With the snow melt you can get on in the morning and may came back to find the edges all wet, and 25 ft from shore!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Feb 14, 2023, 06:08 AM
How is the ice holding up?  We have a trip to Friends Lake starting Friday.  Should I bring my plank?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 14, 2023, 06:40 AM
You should be fine on Friends Scott.  Doesnt have a giant river feeding it.  I have both kids so I wont be able to make it up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: canadiceny on Feb 14, 2023, 09:28 AM
Heading to Schroon north end and am wondering how the ice looks?
Thank you -
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fish-N-forage on Feb 14, 2023, 10:09 AM
Friends is solid no need for planks...I've been out on it 10 times so far...perch bite has been hard to find..not in the right place at the right time I guess
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 14, 2023, 12:26 PM
Heading to Schroon north end and am wondering how the ice looks?
Thank you -

Looks like ice. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Feb 14, 2023, 03:58 PM
Thanks for the info on Friends.  May try other places up there too.  Maybe loon, paradox, or Schroon.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 17, 2023, 08:29 AM
This was just posted this morning here in Schroon Lake from a family that has lived on and ice fished Schroon for generations.  "PSA to all fisherman on schroon lake, the ice is shot, 10 inches of ice just gave way under my friends four wheeler. Everyone is safe bu shaken up. Thus rain is going to ruin it further, make smart decisions."

(https://i.postimg.cc/2qJWnBvs/331783701-918754329299776-7841027723921298350-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2qJWnBvs)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 17, 2023, 09:56 AM
The psa would hsve been funnier if it simply stated "dont be dumb like we were" 

How's the snowmelt Tony?  My bigger concern was the lake rising.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 17, 2023, 10:04 AM
I had a friend on it yesterday 6” of black ice still n chipping up the hole still temps plummet tonight was this on the new ice?  Or in the narrows?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 17, 2023, 10:49 AM
The wheelers out of ice moral of this story no matter how long you lived on a lake the ice is never uniform n you always have room to learn
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 17, 2023, 10:51 AM

(https://i.postimg.cc/PPzQY2Bp/66482-AE5-9306-4-BA1-ACB9-AA6981-AF1-C9-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPzQY2Bp)

Sent from a friend take what you want from it use caution
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 17, 2023, 11:21 AM
The psa would hsve been funnier if it simply stated "dont be dumb like we were" 

How's the snowmelt Tony?  My bigger concern was the lake rising.

We didn't get the heavy rain that was predicted and we only had one night that stayed above freezing, the rest froze up every night, so snowmelt has been slow. Edges still look ok from what I see from in town. Tonight will be in the teens so things should button up, but I wouldn't be bringing any machines out there for the next few days. Never seen the lake freeze this unevenly as this year.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 17, 2023, 11:38 AM
Thanks Tony words of the wise right there take what he says into consideration
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 17, 2023, 12:18 PM
Here's a learning opportunity for some of you inexperienced guys out there that are just learning the sport.  Look at that ice, see the dark ribbon of what looks like an opened crack. Huge red flag.  Why anyone would go anywhere near that ON FOOT, let along with an 800lb wheeler plus a driver makes me shake my head. That crack has developed in that same spot for the last 2 years. I posted some great drone footage on this page last year of that crack.
 
(https://i.postimg.cc/2qJWnBvs/331783701-918754329299776-7841027723921298350-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2qJWnBvs)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: adirondack187 on Feb 17, 2023, 09:34 PM
I'm a mile south of narrows and the edges were pretty messy .  Spots of 15 ft of water ,edge to ice this afternoon.    Very ,very sketchy.




Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Feb 17, 2023, 09:45 PM
Looks like tomorrow will be a look and see trip up to Schroon. Was really hoping for some Safe ice. Glad everyone is safe after going in today. Hoping tonight’s temps can work some magic.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 17, 2023, 09:52 PM
Here's the drone pic from last year, page 102, of that crack that developed last year and again this year.

(https://i.postimg.cc/5Hsr3Pv2/274588586-10228186499714671-6495146221766768305-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Hsr3Pv2)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 18, 2023, 09:11 AM
Is that looking south or north?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 18, 2023, 09:57 AM
Is that looking south or north?

North, last year
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 18, 2023, 10:04 AM
After a windy night with temps in the single numbers, lake has buttoned up nicely. Alot of guys off Eagle Point, and north of Eagle point this morning, plus groups of guys off boat launch north end.  I did not see any machines out there however. Edges for the most point look good.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 18, 2023, 12:17 PM
North, last year
Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 18, 2023, 12:22 PM
Does anyone has any info on loon lake? I can’t find any on the conditions page. Heading out Wednesday in search of fishable ice. I usually do my own homework, but I live in Watkins Glen. We haven’t had the cold temps like eastern ny has had. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishyfishes on Feb 20, 2023, 02:21 PM
Does anyone has any info on loon lake? I can’t find any on the conditions page. Heading out Wednesday in search of fishable ice. I usually do my own homework, but I live in Watkins Glen. We haven’t had the cold temps like eastern ny has had. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Also wondering how much ice if off of eagle point campground? I’d appreciate some help. I’m just trying to be safe with snow incoming.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: fishoninct on Feb 21, 2023, 06:08 AM
We fished eagle point yesterday morning.  Around 7”. Off the ice by 10:30.  No fish.

Loon Lake had people there n it. Was starting to get a vit wet on top.   Didn’t check how thick.

We were renting on Friends Lake.  That had aro 14”.  However, it is private.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 21, 2023, 10:05 AM
Eagle has seen a ton of pressure.  Pattern changing amounts.  Yet people still stack there like cord wood.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Feb 21, 2023, 03:26 PM
Eagle has seen a ton of pressure.  Pattern changing amounts.  Yet people still stack there like cord wood.

Yeah, similar to the way guys fish elbow to elbow on Harris Bay or Sawmill Bay on LG. After the first 2 weeks of safe ice and having all kinds of lures thrown at them, the bigger fish get really wary and become tight-lipped. Better to be on the ice at these places for just the first week of safe ice and then leave the sheeple behind for ice that has more solitude and biting fish beneath it. ;) :tipup: :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 21, 2023, 07:43 PM
I don't think that's accurate.
This is my perspective of being there, on the lake this season and others.

4 weeks ago when the gate was closed some got on ice and fish then the networking started.
3 weeks ago a few more showed up to fish with buddies and told more networking buddies. 
2 weeks ago it was a shantytown of buddies.
All this mostly in a specific area.
I didn't bother last weekend because nobody knows the basics of even parking.

It's a big lake and no matter if you fish the north end of the lake to the south end,  pressure only comes from those that fish in a crowd. 
I prefer to avoid crowds and that's very possible everywhere on schroon lake, including eagle point
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 21, 2023, 07:49 PM
Eagle being packed is quite accurate but who cares.  Lg alone in the boat is most excellent.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: delay18 on Feb 25, 2023, 05:50 PM
Interested in some advise. Coming up tomorrow from Saratoga. We fish schroon a fair bit but looking to change it up. We'd like to catch some decent eater perch.

I looked at eagle lake and brant lake. I've never fished eagle but from what I can tell the launch may be ok to walk out and get good water? Brant I've only fished a couple times off jimbos. I'd like to try the northern end but don't want to drag that far. I thought about bringing the snowmobile but I'd a little leary with the warm up and refreeze and now snow.

Opinions or suggestions are appreciated
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2023, 08:11 AM
I wouldnt fish either lake for perch and would recommend going up, check some spots and see where you end up.  Agree with the machine unless you want to make a giant hole in the ice. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2023, 11:15 AM
Just read that the Schroon Lake Ice Fishing Derby has been canceled.  First time ever, I believe.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2023, 11:31 AM
Interested in some advise. Coming up tomorrow from Saratoga. We fish schroon a fair bit but looking to change it up. We'd like to catch some decent eater perch.

I looked at eagle lake and brant lake. I've never fished eagle but from what I can tell the launch may be ok to walk out and get good water? Brant I've only fished a couple times off jimbos. I'd like to try the northern end but don't want to drag that far. I thought about bringing the snowmobile but I'd a little leary with the warm up and refreeze and now snow.

Opinions or suggestions are appreciated

I'd fish Paradox for perch before the other 2, and that's too bad because Schroon used to be phenomenal for large, clean perch, and lots of them.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2023, 12:52 PM
How long ago was that Tony?  Wonder what happened.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2023, 01:43 PM
How long ago was that Tony?  Wonder what happened.
Back in the eighties and nineties.  There were groups of guys that were out there every day on all the various weed beds, morning and evening. Then the old timers died off and things stopped. When we tried to fish like that for the last 20 yrs, all you got was dinks.  You can still get some big ones on tipups, 16-17", but not many. Not sure what happened, but I think we have lost alot of our weed beds.  Last year there was a guy on the east shore that would go out on his boat and take videos with his underwater drone.  Really cool stuff, he'd post them on the SL Fb page.  I asked him to go to the south end off Adirondack to the sunken island.  It's a spot that is 12' and then a shear cliff to 120'. Used to be a great perch spot, lots of grass.  Well the next day he did, and when he posted it I was shocked. Looked like the surface of the moon, nothing but rock and sand. My personal opinion, that has happened throughout the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2023, 05:42 PM
https://www.facebook.com/100023405868941/videos/963670394423147/

Sunken Island, off Adirondack
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 26, 2023, 05:55 PM
Wow, glad I asked. Thanks Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Feb 26, 2023, 06:28 PM
Just read that the Schroon Lake Ice Fishing Derby has been canceled.  First time ever, I believe.

You can still get out there with your posse and have your own tournament, although the payouts might be smaller right ?  :'(
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 26, 2023, 06:35 PM
You can still get out there with your posse and have your own tournament, although the payouts might be smaller right ?  :'(
Schroon Lake Bait (Ashley) is trying that.  They had alot of folks telling they would still come up if she organized it.   Thing is over 50 people you need insurance via DEC, from what I read.  Don't know if she has time. Big hit for the community, last big event til Memorial Day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mjm1876 on Mar 06, 2023, 01:10 PM

(https://i.postimg.cc/64VJCDhJ/CBA565-C8-080-B-44-FC-9-A21-6008-E4948805.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64VJCDhJ)

Even though the derby was canceled it was a good if not difficult weekend of fishing with friends!  Thanks to Ricky for catching them and Wayne and Jayson for filleting and cooking them for all right on the ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Mar 06, 2023, 01:57 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/64VJCDhJ/CBA565-C8-080-B-44-FC-9-A21-6008-E4948805.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64VJCDhJ)

Even though the derby was canceled it was a good if not difficult weekend of fishing with friends!  Thanks to Ricky for catching them and Wayne and Jayson for filleting and cooking them for all right on the ice!

Good stuff.  I tried for a couple hours on Sunday.  SLUSH is all I have to say.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 06, 2023, 07:57 PM
Good stuff.  I tried for a couple hours on Sunday.  SLUSH is all I have to say.
Kudos to you for trying pat more man then me I stayed home for the first weekend of the season and sight fished carp  :( :(

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Mar 06, 2023, 08:25 PM
If my son decided he was not interested I would have stayed home, but I went to Ticonderoga this past weekend and fished in the 15 inches of new snow ( some still falling ) on Saturday. Heart attack Jetsled dragging conditions but at least our boots stayed dry on Saturday. We fished the same spot on Sunday and the snow had turned into 8 inches of slush overnight that finally made our boots wet. We caught fish both days so the trip was worth it, and I sometimes need to find out that I can still do things that are uncomfortable but still worth it.  :clap: :thumbsup: :cookoo:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 07, 2023, 09:53 AM
Good stuff.  I tried for a couple hours on Sunday.  SLUSH is all I have to say.

Way to get out.  Usually my last trip is April fools day.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Adironzach on Mar 09, 2023, 07:06 AM
Way to get out.  Usually my last trip is April fools day.

I alwys try to end that first week of April as well. It feels awesome to jig lakers in a tshirt with machines.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 09, 2023, 10:35 AM
Lets make it happen.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Mar 11, 2023, 11:51 AM
Anybody willing to share some info on the walking conditions around Paradox or Eagle ?   I know I waited too long , I should have made the trip earlier
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 12, 2023, 04:54 PM
Anybody willing to share some info on the walking conditions around Paradox or Eagle ?   I know I waited too long , I should have made the trip earlier
Little bit of snow with a hard layer n slush under it snow tmrw night now will be miserable walking it’s not over yet tho you got couple weeks probably with night temps
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Mar 13, 2023, 12:13 PM
thankyou hardwater      Going to try to make it after this storm settles a bit
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 13, 2023, 12:23 PM
thankyou hardwater      Going to try to make it after this storm settles a bit
Gettem! Should be good fishing
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 23, 2023, 01:34 PM
Will it hold???  Last pic shows high water off Fowler.

(https://i.postimg.cc/wt0n1X9z/411883767-10223186849680740-5565863507034688969-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wt0n1X9z)

(https://i.postimg.cc/tnVcv8WR/412912135-10223186849400733-4236791170198737675-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tnVcv8WR)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Z012vKzW/411975400-10223186849960747-7892138728745186505-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z012vKzW)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 23, 2023, 07:30 PM
It wont because I will likely ram my boat right through there! Its gonna rain and be warm for a week.  Hope youve been well Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Redneck_BFMC on Dec 26, 2023, 07:57 AM
Merry Christmas. Anyone got updates for any fishable ice anywhere????
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: UofLCARDS on Dec 26, 2023, 08:47 AM
I would imagine it would be few and far between and mostly on smaller ponds - and I doubt anyone wants THAT much company to publish where they are getting on .... ;D.  Don't hold your breath for a report.....
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Dec 29, 2023, 05:04 PM
Merry Christmas. Anyone got updates for any fishable ice anywhere????
[Lake Durant near BML in Hamilton county./color]
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Dec 30, 2023, 07:56 AM
Merry Christmas. Anyone got updates for any fishable ice anywhere????

Spent most of my week up that way, champlain and lake george.  The little bit of ice I saw was sketchy at best.  The open water fishing is great though.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Dec 30, 2023, 09:10 AM
The ice that started on Schroon is all gone.  Starting over, going to be a while.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 08, 2024, 01:41 PM
Schroon is still open, but guys are fishing some of the areas smaller ponds and the east lobe of Paradox had about 30 vehicles parked by the state launch Saturday. 4 1/2" all over that part of the lake.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 08, 2024, 05:18 PM
Thanks Tony!

Schroon has to be close just needs the right conditions. Hopefully a couple more weeks.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 08, 2024, 07:39 PM
Thanks Tony!

Schroon has to be close just needs the right conditions. Hopefully a couple more weeks.

Lake will go up a lot after wednesday and man with this lack of ice places like the aformentioned one will get pounded to death.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Jan 09, 2024, 05:02 PM
Hope Schroon locks up for us. Warm winters suck.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: beachwoods 16 on Jan 10, 2024, 07:02 AM
Lake will go up a lot after wednesday and man with this lack of ice places like the aformentioned one will get pounded to death.
Next week should keep people south. And then they will all be here If the forecast holds. ;D I never fished Schroon but would like to with my son. I think it would be a nice adventure.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 10, 2024, 12:48 PM
Next week should keep people south. And then they will all be here If the forecast holds. ;D I never fished Schroon but would like to with my son. I think it would be a nice adventure.

There's room to spread out on schroon at least.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krisk on Jan 10, 2024, 08:35 PM
Hey guys, newbie to the forum here.... I usually fish the NYC reservoirs, as those are the most local to me bodies of water that freeze up once in a while, but this winter I've been planning an ice fishing trip with my brother and father. We booked a place right on Shroon Lake, so we can just walk out onto the ice and spend 3 days fishing. We have the gear ready, coordinated days off, all we need now is the ice... The place we booked is for Fri. 01/19 through Sun. 01/21. So my question is, with the temp drop after the weekend (as per attached forecast), do you guys think we have a chance for the northern part of Shroon Lake to lock up by the 19th, or should I just cancel my reservation while I still can and maybe book something for later on in February? Any feedback will be appreciated....
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDkjRmts/Screenshot-20240110-211227.png) (https://postimg.cc/bDkjRmts)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fish48 on Jan 11, 2024, 08:23 AM
We are expecting more warm weather and rain over weekend followed by colder weather.  Schroon water levels go up rapidly after rain events.  I would wait until February to be safe.  I have a camp in Hague  and Lake George is still fishable by boat.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krisk on Jan 11, 2024, 06:36 PM
We are expecting more warm weather and rain over weekend followed by colder weather.  Schroon water levels go up rapidly after rain events.  I would wait until February to be safe.  I have a camp in Hague  and Lake George is still fishable by boat.
Thanks Fish. I guess the smart decision is to give up on next weekend. Hopefully, I can work something out for Feb.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 12, 2024, 07:05 AM
The north end may lock but the edges will be far from shore as the lake rises. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 12, 2024, 01:41 PM
The north end may lock but the edges will be far from shore as the lake rises.
We are not expecting much rain up here, just wet snow changing to rain for a short time Sat, then back to snow showers. Lake isn't going up. Whatever rain that falls will be absorbed into an increasingly thick snowpack.  Most of the north basin is froze over, with open spots scattered around. Those should slush over, then freeze when all the cold comes in Sunday and all next week.  Lots of danger early on if you don't know the areas that are open now. Very random.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fish48 on Jan 12, 2024, 01:58 PM
Tough year so far.  Hopefully wind does not do a tune on ice that has formed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Krisk on Jan 12, 2024, 02:25 PM
Thank you guys for all the input. Since I never ice fished Schroon, I rather play it safe. I changed my booking for beggining of Feb. That should be enough time for the lake to lock up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Jan 12, 2024, 08:18 PM
Thank you guys for all the input. Since I never ice fished Schroon, I rather play it safe. I changed my booking for beggining of Feb. That should be enough time for the lake to lock up.
Schroon is like lake George. Its infested with lakers. ;D
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Jan 13, 2024, 06:32 AM
Here’s some pictures from a video from 1/2 hour ago a buddy sent me…

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Jan 13, 2024, 12:57 PM
Nice It won't belong now. :icefish:
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 14, 2024, 07:29 AM
Thanks Fish. I guess the smart decision is to give up on next weekend. Hopefully, I can work something out for Feb.
I wouldn’t give up on it as the area is chocked with lakes I frequent the nyc reservoirs often… maybe willing to trade some info PM me
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 15, 2024, 09:59 AM
Group of guys ice fishing off the boat launch on Schroon this morning.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: captmango on Jan 16, 2024, 08:42 AM
Group of guys ice fishing off the boat launch on Schroon this morning.

Eagle Point launch in the South, or the Schroon Lake beach launch to the North? Hoping to head up there this coming Saturday and do a little investigating.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 16, 2024, 09:43 AM
Eagle Point launch in the South, or the Schroon Lake beach launch to the North? Hoping to head up there this coming Saturday and do a little investigating.
South of the Narrows open water.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 17, 2024, 10:08 AM

(https://i.postimg.cc/RqbJ9Zwg/Screenshot-2024-01-17-at-11-05-59-Facebook.png) (https://postimg.cc/RqbJ9Zwg)

Today, Wed. 1-17
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 17, 2024, 11:25 AM
Too much interent for me.  I remember when one could put in some leg work and get out there first ice with limited traffic and enjoy a nice early ice schroon gold smackdown.  Those days are long gone.  Thankfully the giant lake up a few exits gets less air time (and its lakers are larger!)

All that said I do enjoy some schroon action and then some food at sticks and stones.  I did stay at the new lodge in August and it was decent. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2024, 08:51 AM
Rescue call this morning (Thurs) 2 people through the ice on Paradox.  Just because there is good ice on the boat launch side doesn't mean the whole lake is safe. West (big) side froze much later and unevenly.  UPDATE; boat launch side, 8 wheel Argo.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Jan 18, 2024, 09:25 AM
OMG!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 18, 2024, 09:32 AM
Going to be a lot of that with people chasing ice reports and not checking before venturing out.  Hope they are ok.  Dont argo's float?
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2024, 09:38 AM
Going to be a lot of that with people chasing ice reports and not checking before venturing out.  Hope they are ok.  Dont argo's float?
I believe they do, better than having to go down and retrieve a 4 wheeler, still..... 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Jan 18, 2024, 10:52 AM
Going to be a lot of that with people chasing ice reports and not checking before venturing out.  Hope they are ok.  Dont argo's float?
Was just thinking that amphibious vehicle pretty great idea safest bet besides an airboat or hovercraft used in Midwest rivers hope they where alright
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 18, 2024, 11:58 AM
Machine was an 8 wheel Argo, went in head first, took on water but did float. Guys got wet, but didn't go in. They got towed back and off the ice.  Where they went in was the Narrows, a spot that is notorious for having bad ice, even in the coldest of winters, which this is not.  Shallow water, springs, and strong current adds to the danger.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Jan 26, 2024, 07:48 AM
Any updates, looking to head up to Schroon this weekend?
Thanks in advance
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Jan 26, 2024, 09:33 AM
Lots of water and slush out there this morning. I'm waiting till early next week for things to button up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Jan 26, 2024, 09:40 AM
Thank you tony
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: kpd145 on Jan 29, 2024, 08:40 AM
4 inches of crappy ice off eagle yesterday. It didnt seem to make or lose any ice while I was there.

You can park at the bottom still
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeremywhorf on Jan 29, 2024, 01:41 PM
I fished the north end of Schroon on Saturday.  About 4 inches of slush / water on top and 6 - 7 inches of ice.
4-5 inches of good ice / about 2 inches of snow ice.

Managed 1 small Laker and about a dozen perch.
Couldn't believe how deep the perch were!

Thanks
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Jan 29, 2024, 02:09 PM
I fished the north end of Schroon on Saturday.  About 4 inches of slush / water on top and 6 - 7 inches of ice.
4-5 inches of good ice / about 2 inches of snow ice.

Managed 1 small Laker and about a dozen perch.
Couldn't believe how deep the perch were!

Thanks

Found about the same at the narrows with similar success.  Wasn't marking much.  The ice did vary in spots.  Mostly what you described but found an area of about 2" black with 1" white and spots with almost a foot of water on the ice.  will have a lot of crappy ice after this week once it all buttons up.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WICTNY1712 on Jan 31, 2024, 09:45 AM
Fished just north of the narrows and the south end late last week. Fishing seemed more quiet than usual. I feel like the lack of ice on LG has really affected Schroon the last 2-3 years. A lot more pressure and tip up farms out on the ice than I remember and I feel like the fishing pressure is affecting how the fish are interacting. Just need to hone in on what they want I guess!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 31, 2024, 11:43 AM
Typical reports for this time of year from this guys perspective.  Schroon was always a feast or famine fishery.  Pressure is way up. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Jan 31, 2024, 04:39 PM
Typical reports for this time of year from this guys perspective.  Schroon was always a feast or famine fishery.  Pressure is way up.

Schroon was always a tip up over a jigging produce to me.
LG was all video games
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jeremywhorf on Jan 31, 2024, 05:45 PM
Hot Tuna,
I couldn't agree more. I caught 12 perch out of one hole with a tip-up in it.
I was getting tired of setting and resetting tip ups for perch in 55 fow, so I tried jigging unsuccessfully no more than 5 feet away.
The flag kept going off all day so it kept me busy, and I am definitely not complaining about that.

Just thought it was strange.


Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jan 31, 2024, 08:56 PM
Tiny smelt.  If you are jigging a normal 3" plastic its too big for good numbers (90% of the time).  The lakers there do not like aggressive jigging most of the time it turns them off.  Lg lakers are a bit looser and eat larger.  Once I figured out the larger lake up north I found it difficult to want to hit lg and schroon aside from annual april fools trip on schroon. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 01, 2024, 08:53 AM
Hot Tuna,
I couldn't agree more. I caught 12 perch out of one hole with a tip-up in it.
I was getting tired of setting and resetting tip ups for perch in 55 fow, so I tried jigging unsuccessfully no more than 5 feet away.
The flag kept going off all day so it kept me busy, and I am definitely not complaining about that.

Just thought it was strange.
I disagree with this, ppl aren’t fishing perch here they are fishing lakers. Jigging for lakers will out fish a Tipup and bait 9/10 and I rarely set bait in the water for them certain instances and places maybe yes but normally no don’t drill one hole all day near the fleet go get away from the crowds miles away with a jigging rod the right baits presentation etc and things will start to click
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 01, 2024, 09:38 AM
I disagree with this, ppl aren’t fishing perch here they are fishing lakers. Jigging for lakers will out fish a Tipup and bait 9/10 and I rarely set bait in the water for them certain instances and places maybe yes but normally no don’t drill one hole all day near the fleet go get away from the crowds miles away with a jigging rod the right baits presentation etc and things will start to click

I'll chime in here. Most of the times I've heard of guys catching numbers of Lakers during an outing, they were jigging. I remember an outing at the Narrows with JAGER61 and WEC and a couple other guys we had 25 tipups in, caught 25 Lakers total, only one on tipups. I'm not saying you can't have good days with tipups. Back in the 90's we had a small group fishing a "secret" spot south end, and we caught 78 Lakers that day, maybe 5 or 6 of us. I remember the number because my buddy had his hard shanty down there, and would mark off each fish we caught every outing. That day stood out!!!  Thing about jigging, if you have a machine and can be mobile, and know the lake, you increase your odds.  I'm not anymore, so I stick with tipups and cooking venison sandwiches in our pop up!  A man has to know his limitations!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 01, 2024, 11:31 AM
Couple yeara ago Tony my best day there was 44 all on the jig.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 01, 2024, 02:24 PM
I'll chime in here. Most of the times I've heard of guys catching numbers of Lakers during an outing, they were jigging. I remember an outing at the Narrows with JAGER61 and WEC and a couple other guys we had 25 tipups in, caught 25 Lakers total, only one on tipups. I'm not saying you can't have good days with tipups. Back in the 90's we had a small group fishing a "secret" spot south end, and we caught 78 Lakers that day, maybe 5 or 6 of us. I remember the number because my buddy had his hard shanty down there, and would mark off each fish we caught every outing. That day stood out!!!  Thing about jigging, if you have a machine and can be mobile, and know the lake, you increase your odds.  I'm not anymore, so I stick with tipups and cooking venison sandwiches in our pop up!  A man has to know his limitations!
Good input Tony I agree with this! Numbers aren’t out of reach if your in tuned with lake your gear and movements I did decent last weekend averaged 40 for two days and tbh I was telling a buddy it was ehh cuz that’s how I felt honestly, the two anglers you mentioned are very very top knotch fisherman as well! that always helps rolling with a serious crew
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 01, 2024, 02:25 PM
And this isn’t to gloat everyone has different definitions of a good day 1-3 lakers can be a good day! I don’t want to discourage people more to educate n show what’s actually obtainable
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 01, 2024, 02:47 PM
And this isn’t to gloat everyone has different definitions of a good day 1-3 lakers can be a good day! I don’t want to discourage people more to educate n show what’s actually obtainable

Agree. Plus I think the older you get your expectations change, becomes more about the experience than numbers, at least with me. If I can get a couple Lakers on the ice, even short ones, have a nice hot lunch, like this venison meatloaf sandwich, I'm a happy boy!
(https://i.postimg.cc/1gSj6gJt/424642791-7434995226511674-5009447336105469258-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1gSj6gJt)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 01, 2024, 04:12 PM
That looks good Tony.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Feb 01, 2024, 06:40 PM
It's just common sense that if you cover more water,  you'll increase your chances.
A vast majority of people don't do that on ice,  it's those few that present their higher percentage.
I totally agree with expectations and what's considered successful.
On Schroon I've found those lake trout are very lazy and picky .Tip ups have more success when covering just a smaller footprint.
Good luck out there and hopefully the shorelines are good to get on Saturday for my first outing there on Saturday.
I'm not fishing the northern end.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 07, 2024, 03:32 PM
Some of the best walking conditions I've seen on Schroon in quite some time.  7-8" ice everywhere we went.  Fished below Adirondack today, good 8" glare ice, however some big wet cracks opened up, and it reminded me of Lake George when the ice would rip and groan.  Abundance of 17" Lakers this year for me.  Venison meatball sandwiches made the day complete.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DW81f41j/Screenshot-2024-02-07-at-16-16-15-4-Facebook.png) (https://postimg.cc/DW81f41j)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Feb 07, 2024, 03:57 PM
Nice.👍✌️✌️
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: 62&done on Feb 07, 2024, 06:28 PM
That sandwich looks tasty    great treat on the ice!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 07, 2024, 06:52 PM
It's just common sense that if you cover more water,  you'll increase your chances.
A vast majority of people don't do that on ice,  it's those few that present their higher percentage.
I totally agree with expectations and what's considered successful.
On Schroon I've found those lake trout are very lazy and picky .Tip ups have more success when covering just a smaller footprint.
Good luck out there and hopefully the shorelines are good to get on Saturday for my first outing there on Saturday.
I'm not fishing the northern end.

The jaw jacker bite was the saving grace the other day without them I would have went 0/1 on the jig  Never saw so many people off eagle.  Understandable given the season we had. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Feb 08, 2024, 06:44 AM
 :tipup: :tipup:Thanks for the updates
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 10, 2024, 02:11 PM
Bunch of nice Pike caught today.  Mine could have been the biggest, 17.5 lbs.  Weird day, sun, clouds, rain, thunder. Like ice fishing in June!.  8" ice still, edges fine.

(https://i.postimg.cc/G87YnRYV/427076616-405813311905288-6135590675767886094-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G87YnRYV)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 10, 2024, 05:13 PM
Thats a nice pike! 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Feb 11, 2024, 08:00 AM
That is a brute !  :clap:

I might need to soak some tipups there next weekend  ;)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 11, 2024, 08:09 AM
My buddy started the day with a 7.5 lber, then I got my 17.5.  lots of big Pike caught yesterday for some reason.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ActiveTrapChecker on Feb 11, 2024, 08:22 AM
Bunch of nice Pike caught today.  Mine could have been the biggest, 17.5 lbs.  Weird day, sun, clouds, rain, thunder. Like ice fishing in June!.  8" ice still, edges fine.

(https://i.postimg.cc/G87YnRYV/427076616-405813311905288-6135590675767886094-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G87YnRYV)

Great fish! Well deserved too, with all the insight you provide about Schroon
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 11, 2024, 12:02 PM
Great fish! Well deserved too, with all the insight you provide about Schroon
Thanks man.  You know, every time we go out we have a plan. Most of the time we laugh at the end of the day, saying, well, that didn't work out!  This time it did.  Only tipup I had set at halfway in the water column, 19 fow, weeds, near a deep drop off channel.  Large hunt.  Oh, and 6 lb fluorocarbon leader, and size 14 treble.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: reddog11 on Feb 11, 2024, 12:54 PM
Nice pike.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: LLclearwater on Feb 12, 2024, 07:50 AM
Nice catch
Made my first trip to Schroon this season.
No big fish but scenery was beautiful
(https://i.postimg.cc/CRjh4CKj/IMG-2344.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CRjh4CKj)

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: ship of fools on Feb 12, 2024, 08:19 AM
Thanks man.  You know, every time we go out we have a plan. Most of the time we laugh at the end of the day, saying, well, that didn't work out!  This time it did.  Only tipup I had set at halfway in the water column, 19 fow, weeds, near a deep drop off channel.  Large hunt.  Oh, and 6 lb fluorocarbon leader, and size 14 treble.

6 lb. leader and small treble. I've heard others say that's effective. How often do you get bit off?

Oh and congrats on that monster!
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Feb 12, 2024, 11:39 AM
Nice fish Tony.  Well deserved.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Crawlerman on Feb 12, 2024, 05:56 PM
Very nice fish!
Very nice report!
Thanks for sharing it.

Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Feb 12, 2024, 07:03 PM
6 lb. leader and small treble. I've heard others say that's effective. How often do you get bit off?

Oh and congrats on that monster!

I don't target pike with my tipups rigged similar to this, I intend to catch perch and crappies with those rigged with 6 pound mono leader with size 12 treble. When pike do hit these, the hook being so small results in the hook catching the lip or corner of the mouth just at the last moment when the pike is trying to expel it. With no part of the line rubbing on any teeth, you will not lose a pike due to a biteoff, only from trying to horse it in too fast.

He has my 6 pound line pike record beaten by quite a bit, mine was 13 pounds. That took a cool head and great skill with the line handling to ice that fish. I know it can be done though, just keep your cool and let the fish run as many times as it needs to.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 13, 2024, 05:00 AM
Thanks guys.  I seldom target Pike, my rig is set up for Salmon and Lakers, but over the years I have caught some nice Pike on that setup, just got to let them do what they want to do, and eventually you can ease them up through the hole, like an old man exiting a warm bed!  ;)   My leader setup is this, 7ft brown Maxima 8lb or 10lb to a tiny barrel swivel, then 15" 6lb Fluorocarbon to a size 14 treble. This way I can change that 15" piece often when it gets tangled up or scraped up without changing the whole leader. A small weight is put above the barrel swivel.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: riverat24 on Feb 13, 2024, 03:40 PM
Beautiful Pike.  Nice job landing him on 6lb test.  Looks like you got away from the crowds.  I tried off Adirondack last Thursday 2 or 4 camps south of the creek had a few runners but could not set the hook. But it was a perfect day sunny no wind and about 40 F.  May try this Thursday too. I'll pm you for some advice.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: SchrnLker on Feb 13, 2024, 03:59 PM
Beautiful Pike.  Nice job landing him on 6lb test.  Looks like you got away from the crowds.  I tried off Adirondack last Thursday 2 or 4 camps south of the creek had a few runners but could not set the hook. But it was a perfect day sunny no wind and about 40 F.  May try this Thursday too. I'll pm you for some advice.
PM sent
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: RobLyube on Feb 14, 2024, 11:30 AM
Planning to head to Schroon this weekend for the first time with some friends. First time for all of us. Got 10 lb braided line with 8 lb fluorocarbon for the end. Any tips on where to launch from and try? There's the world of life launch and Schroon lake beach. Everywhere I read, people say to head towards the island. What's a good dept set up for tip ups? We've always targeting pike, but this time looking for Lakers.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: pmaloney86 on Feb 14, 2024, 11:45 AM
Planning to head to Schroon this weekend for the first time with some friends. First time for all of us. Got 10 lb braided line with 8 lb fluorocarbon for the end. Any tips on where to launch from and try? There's the world of life launch and Schroon lake beach. Everywhere I read, people say to head towards the island. What's a good dept set up for tip ups? We've always targeting pike, but this time looking for Lakers.

Theres 107 pages with all of the information you need.  take a look back and access is definitely listed.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 14, 2024, 01:23 PM
Theres 107 pages with all of the information you need.  take a look back and access is definitely listed.
108 now pat! And he doesn’t even have to go too far back  ??? ??? ::) ::)
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Feb 26, 2024, 01:44 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: jghunter on Feb 26, 2024, 02:21 PM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Feb 27, 2024, 06:52 AM
Schroon bait is trading liability for cash and apparently is hosting something this weekend. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Raquettedacker on Feb 27, 2024, 08:23 AM

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Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Feb 27, 2024, 02:43 PM
Schroon bait is trading liability for cash and apparently is hosting something this weekend.
They did this last year as well no permit no nothing just liability n greed
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Mjm1876 on Mar 03, 2024, 08:35 PM
Saturday at Schroon
13 guys
About 75 rigs
Guys Jigging
2 lakers
1 legal

Good time still had by all!

Oh yeah… and the afternoon rain…
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hardwaterhonkey on Mar 09, 2024, 07:27 AM
 5 days after schroon lake derby march 7th there was a boat out on the lake yesterday, imo very reckless to host that tourney I don’t go into that wack shop and this solidifies why to me head 6 min out of your way from the exit and his cross roads next season
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: Fish48 on Mar 09, 2024, 12:59 PM
Yowza!  That is crazy.  Crossroads is definitely a must stop.  They have lots of gear there and good sandwiches.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: lowaccord66 on Mar 09, 2024, 01:33 PM
Big crossroads guy here. 
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: WARRIOR_ON_ICE on Mar 09, 2024, 03:00 PM
I bought the best pair of wool socks ever at Crossroads. Still wearing them 10 years later. Crossroads is an Adirondack institution, no doubt. The live bait is always very good, and the staff very friendly and happy that you chose them for your ice fishing needs.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: hot tuna on Mar 10, 2024, 05:17 PM
5 days after schroon lake derby march 7th there was a boat out on the lake yesterday, imo very reckless to host that tourney I don’t go into that wack shop and this solidifies why to me head 6 min out of your way from the exit and his cross roads next season

I always see bad advice from that shop.
Wiggly,  Conroy or crossroads are my go to.
Title: Re: SCHROON LAKE and Surrounding Ponds Thread
Post by: got em on Mar 11, 2024, 09:14 AM
 ;) Conroy's