IceShanty.com's Ice Fishing Community
New York => Ice Fishing New York => Topic started by: SNAGGER on Dec 20, 2017, 11:43 AM
-
I see theres no Oneida Page this year, feel free to post info or ask questions here, hope you all have a great ice season.
-
Glad to see you are around SNAGGER.
Hoping there are lots of fish caught and pictures !!!!
hinkydo
-
welcome back snagger. always enjoyed your onieda pictures. some of the best
-
Shane did your recover from that salmon run this fall...glad to see you post agian..hope you have a good and safe ice season ...look forward to your post
-
hey Snag.....gonna be a good season I think
-
Snagger, glad to see you on Ice Shanty!
Hoping for good ice for the sled so I will be able to get on Oneida this winter...
Hope all is well with you and yours, bart
-
Hey Snagger! Glad to hear as I come up from the So. Tier. Hopefully everyone has a safe and productive season!
-
Yeah me filet and deadeyes had a record breaking June July jigging season in my boat, it was crazy.....and me and big jimmy had a great accidental jumbo perch time in the month May while walleye jigging, I think the lake is as healthy as it was going into winter of 2011 if anyone remembers that winter, tons of 14-17 inch eyes and a huge crop of 9-11 inch perch. big ice season coming... big...
-
glad to see ya back snagger now just need the rest of the crew to return :whistle:
-
With next weeks temps.... be on there soon!
-
test run on posting pictures, big 27 incher from this fall.
(https://i.imgur.com/jrFUjCzh.jpg)
-
test run this ones from my Iphone.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/qqn0dovud/0_FD2_E445-2889-4_DB6-_AD8_E-153_FC1_C1_A516.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qqn0dovud/)
-
:thumbsup:
-
Bought my first smart phone in june, test run for loading too iceshanty, i got it....
(https://s10.postimg.cc/4fz5de66d/243_A147_F-35_D2-4364-903_F-_B4148_DC10714.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4fz5de66d/)
-
Nice fish Snag! Ya this new picture posting is pretty nice, photobucket was a pain!
-
seems pretty easy should be a fun ice season..... ;D
-
Present
-
Leave a few fish in that lake for us Shane!
-
What's up Shane!
2011 was unreal for perch. I remember every time I looked for eyes I found more perch.
-
. 2011 was an insane perch year reeleyes, i agree, I think were in for a treat this winter, lots of action...
Lightning shot I snagged this summer at north bay
(https://i.imgur.com/ylochgRh.jpg)
-
Watching, Snagger. Some nice eyes there.
Some of the guys are over here. (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=343121.msg3736884#msg3736884)
and
Here (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=350154.msg3736193#msg3736193)
I ike the reports thread. Gotta get down there this winter.
-
Perch and eyes were on fire from May till November this year (except for a brief slowdown in late Aug for me). Let's hope it carries thru the winter!
-
hope no one minds, going too post some pictures too kill sometime til we can walk on water.
Filet and deadeyes as a storm was approaching us this past summer.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZWuHfZlh.jpg)
-
Always nice PICs. What did ya get for a smartphone?
-
Always nice PICs. What did ya get for a smartphone?
whatever one cost 95 bucks at Walmart, I think an IPhone 5, practicing with it before I buy a better one. thanks for links, I found where filet and KP are hiding, the friends and more pg.....
-
"Lil Deadeyes" came out on the boat this summer
(https://i.imgur.com/2OC0YpFh.jpg)
-
Lewis Point being struck.
(https://i.imgur.com/NzBQurLh.jpg)
-
Godfrey point being struck.
(https://i.imgur.com/YhtHOiHh.jpg)
-
beautiful pictures
-
You definitely take some insane photos Snagger
you have my vote for photo contest winner
-
Those are some awesome pictures SNAGGER, nice catches on the open water eyes!
-
Looking forward to some great pictures and posts Snag..... hope to see you out on the ice !!
-
hope too run into you out there choo choo.
-
Great photos Snagger! You catch moments in time that most of us never notice.
Fireworks, lightning, tornados and 27" walleyes! Thanks. Nice stuff. :o
All you guys be safe out there walking upon the waters. @)
-
great pics, ;D
-
Great shots. Looking forward to your posts on here this winter. Long range forecasts look promising.
-
Nice pictures Snag .............looking forward to your posts :clap:
-
Looks like some serious cold weather next week!
-
Incredible pics!
-
Hey All! Looking forward to making a trip to Oneida this year. Apps bait shop still up and running?
Good Luck to all!
-
Hey All! Looking forward to making a trip to Oneida this year. Apps bait shop still up and running?
Good Luck to all!
Yes APPS is still in business.
-
Yep Apps is still there, talk too rick a couple days ago, he'll be fully stocked up in about a week, said he will carry minnows early this year, has them already for guys fishin big bay and what ever edges might get safe.
-
Heres a picture of the biggest walleye I ever saw taken threw the ice on Oneida, me and brian had already had a banner morning on eyes shallow then went deep for perch in the mud mid day when this accidental monster came swimming by , wish I video taped the battle , it was pretty crazy.
28 incher January 26th 2016
(https://i.imgur.com/ghcZ1Oph.jpg)
-
NICE !!!!!
Looks like a Golden Crescent walleye.
hinkdo
-
That's beauty! And funny that my best on Oneida was also 28" and came the same way. Midday, sitting out in 36fow drying my boot and eating lunch when she came on the screen. This was about 3 years ago though, off Cleveland.
-
My son Little Bill is driving me crazy waiting for ice hasn't stop talking about it for 2 weeks he is ready to get up to camp
(https://s9.postimg.cc/p0555ds6j/0819171209_HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/p0555ds6j/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/db15h8lqj/0827172007a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/db15h8lqj/)
-
Good stuff PP.
-
The camera in Bernard bay is showing a good looking sheet out there
-
You guys punished the Eyes this year Shane, I hope the shad are not the easy pickens they were last year. Sure made it rough on the Eye chasers. But it did make for some fat perch, never have I ever seen a 13.5 inch perch creep up on 2# like they did last season :o
-
The camera in Bernard bay is showing a good looking sheet out there
pretty sure thats open water..........pretty calm winds right now but there were waves there yesterday
-
Make sense to me Scout I did notice the winds at 3 mph from the north....I guess I am just look too forward to it icing up haha
-
Anyone drive by big bay recently?
Got the itch!
Probably have to wait till the new year is my guess...
-
Make sense to me Scout I did notice the winds at 3 mph from the north....I guess I am just look too forward to it icing up haha
I hear ya bud.......hate this little down period between muzzleloader and ice......hopefully we'll be on ice sooner than later
-
Wasssup homie! It was good talkin to you the other day bud. Got me pumped up for ice season....can’t wait
-
(https://s31.postimg.cc/lwr2thyw7/E82_A8709-597_E-4040-_AEFA-_A5889567260_B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/lwr2thyw7/)
Take that snagger
-
pretty sure thats open water..........pretty calm winds right now but there were waves there yesterday
I think it might have been frozen. By the time I came through it was dark but it looked like ice.
I guess we will see in the morning!
-
It is open now. That is for sure!
-
Oneida lake isnt ready yet, where to go to scratch that itch this weekend? hmmmmmmm
-
I took a drive of whole northshore 2 days ago after that wind, theres about 2 miles of ice on east end and about 3 miles of ice on west end, its weak thin ice, couldn't even walk on it, but it survived, hopefully tomorrows rain washes off last nights snow and we can build from there. a lot of major lake effect coming next week, hopefully it stays up here by me like the last 2 events.
-
Its a start nykonsdream, but you know me I wait for Oneida too freeze, only place I like too ice fish, unless we get lucky and a finger lake freezes this yr.
-
Only about 3 weeks of ice last year, I had the Flu on the first week of ice we had in January and missed it, but when we got the ice in February I did an 12 day straight marathon. heres some pictures from my birthday weekend, first time since 2011 that the perch were so big and so plentiful that's buckets were useless just threw them in a spare jet sled, some big perch over 13 inches and some big limit days of 10-13inchers. If anyones got pics from the last couple ice seasons on Oneida, post em up.
(https://i.imgur.com/7p2BHgih.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4qEaMTDh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Lea94M6h.jpg)
-
As always, we made the best of it last February, when we lost the ice, we put my boat in, heres a couple shots from February 27th.
(https://i.imgur.com/MVn7uJzh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/jDv7vpWh.jpg)
-
very nice ;D
-
And that is why I make the two hour drive even though I can fill a bucket with some nice perch closer to home. And speaking of the finger lakes,who's gonna be the first one to call for Keuka to freeze over to get to some laker water this year? I'm saying we will be on the ice there by Feb. 15!
-
Hey Shane what are you seeing in the command center about our long term forecast for this winter...are we gonna get another mid winter warm spell to ruin our good ice?
-
Its a start nykonsdream, but you know me I wait for Oneida too freeze, only place I like too ice fish, unless we get lucky and a finger lake freezes this yr.
It’s never been about the fish but for the memories my father gave me and what I shall pass down to mine :)
-
Man was the lake ripping today!! Big waves out there. Watched a giant sheet of ice blow down to Bernhards Bay from constantia and a lot of it piled up on the north shore. Should be a nice clean sheet when this wind stops and the temps drop this week. Might be some rough spots in close where some of the ice piled up today. Merry Christmas everyone
-
Here's hoping the snow stops before we start getting ice. Forecast looks great so far.
-
I live south of Dunham Island and looks like it's locked up near me. With these cold temps I bet some parts will be ready to fish for New Yrs eve, might be brutally chilly though. Let's just hope the lake effect doesnt bury the lake. :tipup: ::)
-
Does anyone know if App's bait and tackle is planning to be open this winter? I hope so. Really like giving them my business plus they always have good bait.
-
Now the Bernards Bay camera is starting to look real good sun shining and 14 degrees parts that where open earlier today are now froze over hope it starts to crank and the snow stays away
-
Does anyone know if App's bait and tackle is planning to be open this winter? I hope so. Really like giving them my business plus they always have good bait.
Yes.
-
Now the Bernards Bay camera is starting to look real good sun shining and 14 degrees parts that where open earlier today are now froze over hope it starts to crank and the snow stays away
still open water between bernhards bay and Constantia but I think by tomorrow morning it will be fully locked. hopefully any snow gets blown off. this weekend cant get here quick enough.
-
wide open in front of maple bay
-
Went down too Ithaca to visit my mom for Christmas, whole other world down there, no snow open water, pretty cool.
(https://i.imgur.com/KnIFSShh.jpg)
-
If Sandy pond had safe ice, there could be a blanket on it now.. ;D
(https://i.imgur.com/dyYioEYh.jpg)
-
Lol I guess so!! You guys got hammered with snow. Nothing here snow wise since Christmas morning. Just bitter cold with high winds. A lot more of the lake locked up as others have mentioned. The open water area in front of constantia has shrunk but some pretty nice rollers when I drove by an hour ago. Man is it cold out there
-
Snag,you're pics always amazing!!keep them coming!!thanks and happy new year!!
-
Went through sylvan beach on the way home from work today about 4 PM. One lone shanty out about 100 yards off the parking lot.
-
They must of had that shack anchored down good!!
-
Are you sure it didn't blow down there from the west end of the lake?
-
Are you sure it didn't blow down there from the west end of the lake?
;D
-
Looked like one hardy soul standing outside of the shanty. Jigging or taking a leak. Didn't really feel the need to find out
-
Went through sylvan beach on the way home from work today about 4 PM. One lone shanty out about 100 yards off the parking lot.
Thanks for the heads up, appreciate it, ...I kind of saw that coming, I checked that ice 5 days ago......won't be long now could be a good lock up, not much snow in forecast next 10 days, 8 nights in arow below zero coming, haven't done that since February of 2015 ....we'll be running machines quick if it stays snowfree.
-
Todays sunset shot from the web cam, ice as far as the eye can see and tonights satellite image, not much open water left, mostly the southshore...should be locked by morning.
(https://i.imgur.com/PXONucSh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qDiAVlrh.jpg)
-
Looks good can wait to hit the lake
-
Looks good can wait to hit the lake
amen, gonna be a banner season.
-
Snag,you're pics always amazing!!keep them coming!!thanks and happy new year!!
well here you go, another one from my trip too moms house in Ithaca. hope you had a great Christmas.
(https://i.imgur.com/DzNBPFHh.jpg)
-
How bout that salmon run Shane crazy hope the ice season is as good
-
shane can you post some pictures of salmon river falls ;D
-
Great shots Shane thanks for sharing.
-
Thanks for the heads up, appreciate it, ...I kind of saw that coming, I checked that ice 5 days ago......won't be long now could be a good lock up, not much snow in forecast next 10 days, 8 nights in arow below zero coming, haven't done that since February of 2015 ....we'll be running machines quick if it stays snowfree.
Great news to the feeble and frail... ;D
-
shane can you post some pictures of salmon river falls ;D
trapper I've lived here 24 yrs and last year was the first time I ever took a photo of it, I think growing up around so many falls I just never noticed them until now.
(https://i.imgur.com/QL1bvWDh.jpg)
-
that was my swimming hole camping spot fishing hole and where my son came to be ;D
thanks snag I love it ...I got a few shots but nothing of quality
hope you don't mind if I print that to hang over my fly tying desk .
-
Winter shots are awesome
-
Bernards Bay cam looks real good and only gonna get better....we are supposed to get 6 inches here in rochester tonight hope the Oneida lady doesn't get hit
-
6 inches =))
sorry if you were here you would understand
-
Trapp no snow hitting the lake yet I am hoping... u are north correct? I like reading your post keep them coming...I just hope we get good ice with the temps could set us up for a while
-
I think were going to do ok the snow was lake effect so if you were out of the band you were golden i'm sure sandy pond got buried
-
Don't scare me Trapp
-
Bernards Bay cam looks real good and only gonna get better....we are supposed to get 6 inches here in rochester tonight hope the Oneida lady doesn't get hit
last night the squall actually fell apart in place, it kind of retreated back towards Oswego, then the lake... never swinging down over Oneida, what luck that was, next chance around Oneida for more then a couple inches of snow is next week, if all works out we'll be running machines on it before it snows on Oneida, best lock up in years.... go ahead trap print away, fall creek falls was my swimming fishin hole as a kid...
-
Does anyone know the ice conditions near Godfrey boat launch?
-
Does anyone know the ice conditions near Godfrey boat launch?
The ice looked rough at Godfrey 4-5 large areas of open water yesterday , those spots were hard this morning.
-
Gonna head up Monday and check a few spots
-
It looks locked as far as I can see in the Bernhards Bay/Constantia area! I just drove by there. Ice looks kinda rough from the break up and refreeze, but it should smooth out I would think. Great ice making conditions ahead 👍🏼
Great shots Shaner! Always enjoy the pics
-
Took a ride around lake this morning all open water areas which was alot of the lake yesterday is finally locked in. With these temps and no major snow in forecast it will make ice quick
-
last night the squall actually fell apart in place, it kind of retreated back towards Oswego, then the lake... never swinging down over Oneida, what luck that was, next chance around Oneida for more then a couple inches of snow is next week, if all works out we'll be running machines on it before it snows on Oneida, best lock up in years.... go ahead trap print away, fall creek falls was my swimming fishin hole as a kid...
We had a great lock up 2013/2014 season. Sleds new years weekend that year. I was fishing Bernhard's bay on Christmas that year.
-
2014 there was good ice everywhere, would love to have a season like that again... ;D
-
We had a great lock up 2013/2014 season. Sleds new years weekend that year. I was fishing Bernhard's bay on Christmas that year.
That was a great year for ice. I fished the main lake the day after Christmas that year and we made it into April with machines.
-
Hey trap just got your message just don’t know how to respond back haha, if your goin on Oneida this weekend let me know i would ay least like to shake your hand
-
We had a great lock up 2013/2014 season. Sleds new years weekend that year. I was fishing Bernhard's bay on Christmas that year.
we'll be on sleds this weekend in areas that froze first.
-
I'm 24 miles north of Oneida..... almost 20 below zero at 2 am, were gonna build big tonight... good luck too all who fish tomorrow. I'm still 2 days away from fishing yet, got things too get done..
(https://i.imgur.com/Z4l3pF7h.jpg)
-
Sunday will be the start for me ill be heading up maiden voyage I am sure guys will be out today its gotta be cranking ice out there
-
-7 here in Constantia right now... ;D
-
-4 in maple bay
-
I'm 24 miles north of Oneida..... almost 20 below zero at 2 am, were gonna build big tonight... good luck too all who fish tomorrow. I'm still 2 days away from fishing yet, got things too get done..
(https://i.imgur.com/Z4l3pF7h.jpg)
Minus 33 here...
-
Just remember Godfrey is one of the last to lock up real good and be mind full of the launch , it doesn’t freeze well , every year someone takes a dip in the mud
I have -12 here in Pulaski
Good luck to all that get out
-
-5 in Fulton get some!
-
Just remember Godfrey is one of the last to lock up real good and be mind full of the launch , it doesn’t freeze well , every year someone takes a dip in the mud
I have -12 here in Pulaski
Good luck to all that get out
Good reminder about Godfrey Fred filet....At the launch all the heat holding concrete, blacktop, rip -rap boulders and gravel from that little feeder creek that dumps in there,...also wind action and current can all cause some ice issues ...... not to far offshore from there has Oneidas super deep water too.
Beautiful pictures Snag....The Salmon River was cranking that day !
-
Any reports on ice conditions? Thinking about checking it out tomorrow maybe lewis point. I live an hour away so any info appreciated. Thanks!
-
Did Oneida Lake miss the big snow storm? I’m in Florida now but will be back soon. Need a fishing fix bad
-
Hey Guys , I recently updated phones , had to download the nav app , for some reason it didnt save any of my inputs ie gas holes and hot spots from the last phone.. Could someone post the Onieda lake gas holes again..Or direct me to where they may be posted.
Thanks
-
Hey Guys , I recently updated phones , had to download the nav app , for some reason it didnt save any of my inputs ie gas holes and hot spots from the last phone.. Could someone post the Onieda lake gas holes again..Or direct me to where they may be posted.
Thanks
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.msg3209834#msg3209834
-
Did Oneida Lake miss the big snow storm? I’m in Florida now but will be back soon. Need a fishing fix bad
YES! Just got a dusting.
-
come on buckethead everyone knows there’s no fish in Oneida 🤪
It would be nice to have the list of gas holes put to the top of the page so new ones could be logged in like it once was
Thanks in advance
-
FandR , some how there seems to be enough to fill my bucket on occasion
-
just a dusting on oneida (for now :)). I'm live on the south shore in cicero and I can still see my grass poking through in some spots.
-
Anyone know what the east end is looking like ? Hoping maybe to fish out of Edgewater on Sat. if we have the ice
-
come on buckethead everyone knows there’s no fish in Oneida 🤪
It would be nice to have the list of gas holes put to the top of the page so new ones could be logged in like it once was
Thanks in advance
X100000 - Can the mods help us with this one?
-
X100000 - Can the mods help us with this one?
The old list or you going to start a new one?
-
Dom the old list to start , and we can add to it , every year new ones seem to pop up
Thanks
-
The old list or you going to start a new one?
I agree with Fred, the old list should be fine. Those Gasholes don't move.
This is the old one.
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.msg3209834#msg3209834 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.msg3209834#msg3209834)
-
Anyone know what the east end is looking like ? Hoping maybe to fish out of Edgewater on Sat. if we have the ice
2 guys out of Edgewater this afternoon, 8 guys off the beach....no machines
-
Thanks Dacker!
-
The 7 day weather forecast shows no warmup in sight! ;D
-
I guess i have to make a trip up to onieda and fish ice fished it one time many yrs ago...i guess ill fallow the shantys around .exspecially the ones not moving.. ;D
-
I agree with Fred, the old list should be fine. Those Gasholes don't move.
This is the old one.
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.msg3209834#msg3209834 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.msg3209834#msg3209834)
You sure you don't mean bass holes :) All kidding aside, I third the motion, at the very least it will give anyone who pays attention a head's up.
-
Has anyone been to Godfrey Point? I was hoping to get out tomorrow morning. Any help is appreciated, thank you and be safe.
-
Stop at Apps for bait and info,bring a spud also.Didn't see anyone fishing Godfrey or Jewel yesterday.Didn't look today but I noticed no one's was out at Lewis pts either on my way home.No snow to speak of on the ice ,so she is making a nice base .
-
Setit your in Constantia hows that look ?
-
Yo Gang,
I am back on the forum under my nom de plume. As fishforpike said, my first "YO" gave me away. Nice to be back. Admittedly,I was lurking all these many weeks in my absence from the site. The straw that broke the camels back was the posted prayer from nyconsdream and I couldn't give an "AMEN". I found it to be particularly poignant and relevant to our ice fishing adventures. I look forward to fishing with or next to each and everyone of you this season. God speed and Happy New Year. Be safe out there and SPUD SPUD SPUD
Boggey
-
Good to see ya back Old Guy have a safe season
-
Welcome back. Always look forward to your posts. Might catch me on Sodus or Oneida this weekend.
-
Haven't been there in several years but I am looking to come back to Oneida ice after the current deep freeze.
Can you still go out at Lewis Point?
Who has the best current ice report?
Thanks!
-
Welcome back new old guy you were missed glad your back hope to meet you on ice one of these days
-
Boggey in da house!
-
Any machines out at edgewater yet?
-
Does Oneida get big pressure ridges that form during the day like other big lakes?
-
Yes red some get pushed up pretty good , with some good separation,
-
Well took a trip to big bay, late morning .There is anywhere from 6-10 inches of ice and 1 huge ice pile up going towards the lake and the bay is very very shallow this year . walking was easy very little snow .I managed 6 big sunnies and 1 big gill. a few dink perch lost a bass at the hole and had on a pike and lost it . I must say for this being my 1st time out for the year i'm happy that there is a lot of ice and i can walk without tip toeing around. lol...........
-
I went off Sylvan Beach for the morning.
Caught about 15 walleyes unfortunately all were well short (6-12") plus dropped about as many.
I did get 1 keeper perch.
Ice was very walk-able with creepers with only traces of snow here and there.
The lack of wind made the day that more enjoyable.
I moved three times and found ice 6-to-9".
There must have been 30+ guys out there.
No machines yet.
Tomorrow I will try somewhere on south shore.
Stay warm (and dry!),
PerchEyes
-
I was also out of sylvan today. Fished from 7 to 5. I must have caught 100 fish today. Came home with 22 perch and again onieda lake did not disappoint on the size of perch. Eyes on the other hand were all small. Caught a bunch but no keepers. Oneida is kicking my but as far as finding keeper eyes. Ice was good 6 to 9 everywhere I drilled with the exception of one spot where the shove ice was so thick I had to move. Broke through but the hole just kept filling with big pieces of broken ice.
-
Welcome back Old Guy!
-
Does Oneida get big pressure ridges that form during the day like other big lakes?
On the south shore, west of Lewis Point, there are a lot of pushed up "icebergs". Much more than the start of last season. When it's time for sleds, we'll really need to watch for them, especially at night.
-
thanks for beach reports guys, i'm late this yr getting out, the reports sound great. only going to get better..
-
Thanks for the ice reports
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
Accessed from Williams Beach @8:00 am with my good friend Cusefan. The thermometer reading on the truck read 2 degrees . There was no wind whatsoever. There were 5 other vehicles in the parking lot and most had accessed towards the island while Cuse and I opted to a GPS co-ordinate we had some luck at in previous years. Somewhere in the middle of the lake. I mention this as we would normally be on a machine and it would not require any great effort. Not so yesterday as no one is sure of the ice conditions yesterday and we wanted to give a good report . WE both had new shanties and were equipped with smittys to drag them with.
Did I mention the drag was to be some 2 miles toward the center of the lake? We set out, spud in hand and started cutting holes every 500 yards or so. To our amazement the first few holes were 2 to 3 inches of white ice over 4 inches of dark ice . Continuing on out, getting used to the cadence of (step step spud), we crossed 2 major pressure cracks both in early stages of formation. Crossing the second pressure crack, visually the ice was cleaner and with less snow or drifts, a sign of newer ice formation. Cutting a hole with the Nils showed the ice to be 3 and a half inches on the other side of the second pressure crack. Each hole we cut beyond that second pressure crack we assumed to be the newest ice perhaps only created from the previous day and nights cold temperatures. The ice had a i/4 inch of dusting snow over it's entirety and the drag was (smooth as ice), how is that for a metaphor eh?
Finally , knees burning, back aching we arrived at the "secret" gps coordinates and started cutting holes. Cuse has all the new toys. He has one of those fish finders you can drop in the hole and it will tell you if there are any fish in any direction a hundred feet or so. Bad news, our "secret" honey hole looks more like the Mohave desert than a flourishing honey hole. Let me reiterate the important part, all holes were 3-1/2 inches of clear ice when we got there and after 3-1/2 hours of fishing, the ice thickness was over 4 inches. We were constantly panicked by the "growing PANGS" one hears as the ice is growing.
Let me put a little meat on the skeleton. Cuse and I cut our holes, set up some tip downs as we were sure our secret honey hole was about to produce. Didn't happen. Still we sat in our respective flips, he in his Otter and I in my new Shappell 200 and watched out at our motionless tipdowns while jigging various arrays of colors and configuration of jigs to the non-existent fish below. My 29 dollar Coleman open burner stove acting as heater and stove worked flawlessly keeping my shanty as warm as a summers day in Key West,while Cuse's 100 dollar Mr. Heater had a frozen regulator and he had to bring it into my shanty to warm it up. No matter, I still warmed his can of soup on my burner and offered to share the heat in my new, roomy shappell. He demurred and proceeded back to his cold Otter..
Now with this lengthy dissertation one might expect a surprise ending. I wish it were so. Eventually one hapless fat 10 inch perch did gorge himself on one of my fatheads, thereby old Boggey, winning the dollar for the "first fish over eight inches" This can hardly constitute a surprise in the middle of Oneida Lake. It only confirms,we ain't Snagger.
The drag back in, did I mention on the drag out we traversed two chunk fields which on the way back in were much more bothersome leaving as entering. So let's recap . One hour drag out, 3-1/2 hours of non eventful fishing and an hour and a half drag back in with multiple rest stops for pain breaks. One fish between the 2 of us, a low single digits day of temps with no wind, catching up with an old fishing buddy , swapping lies and old fishing tales , I would say yesterday was priceless.
Post Script: I have to believe, with the frigid temperatures we had last night and forecast for the day today and the next few days we will have one of the best ice season's in recent history, barring warmer weather. I did see some machines on the ice on the drag back in. As always, please be safe out there and SPUD SPUD SPUD.
-
Thanks for the report. Heading for Sodus this morning and hopefully first trip to Oneida next week. We're supposed to get socked with some lake effect this afternoon.
-
New old guy that had to be the most entertaining ice report I have ever read you made my day thank you for that can't wait to get out there
-
Setit your in Constantia hows that look ?
I think the ice in constantia will be really good (eventually) as the thin ice that blew off went towards Cleveland before it refroze. I haven't been out yet much except riding the sled by shore in Cleveland, and there is A lot of that broken stuff or piles of it. Someone else said to be careful of these piles, some look like they are chunky enough to send you flying or rip your track off if you are really moving. Also this stuff takes longer to freeze as well, so there can be punky spots.
Be safe, looks like A good one this year in the making.
CNY
-
Fishing out of Edgewater this morning, sold 8" of Ice, few guys out. Fishing is a little slow
-
Thanks Tim , the wind did raise heck , down the road after we have really good ice some snow will help smooth things out, in the mean time watch those ankle busters guys
-
Has anyone been at Taft yet? Looking to give it a try tomorrow...thanks
-
(https://s17.postimg.cc/bn6hay1wr/1514648996853954481676.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/bn6hay1wr/)
Decent morning for the first time on Big "O" this season.
-
STOPPED AT TAFT ON FRIDAY. 1 FISHERMAN OUT HE WAS FISHING TO THE EAST. ICE IS REALLY BROKEN UP AND REFROZE LOOKS LIKE IT WOULD BE VERY HARD TO WALK OUT ON. SHARDS OF ICE STICKING UP ALMOST A FOOT HIGH AS FAR OUT AS I COULD SEE WITH BINOS.HOPE THIS HELPS OUT...........
-
Anyone that's headed to Lewis Pt make sure you bring a spud. Ice may be good but tight cracks have opened up and are wet and slushy. Watched some folks scratch their heads looking for safe crossing.
-
Thanks for the report, guess I need to look at the map again...
-
Quite a few guys out there today at the usual haunts on the northshore. Should be some more good reports coming in this evening. I was on the west end yesterday for pans and had a good 8-10 inches of ice. Heading out for eyes in an hour. I’ll post on conditions tonight
-
good deal deadeyz.......good luck......hit the beach last 2 days.....ice was 10"+ where I drilled.......not many keeper eyes but tons of shorts.....enough nice perch to make it worth the trip....I will be wheeling it next trip......thats just me, not saying whole lake is good to go......looks pretty rough out beyond the 24 foot depth line, lots of jam ice....could be really tough to navigate....lots of guys out today......a handful of machines.....easy walking.....bring cleats, slippery as hell in spots
-
Has anyone been at Taft yet? Looking to give it a try tomorrow...thanks
I can confirm Caribou report above I went out of Taft this morning very rough ice and one spot where it must have been open and it was new clear ice 2-3" thick for 30-40' and quite a ways east and west then back to rough ice I was out about 3/4 mile ice was 5-6" thick fishing was decent. Bring the stud.
-
I also hit the beach up today figured I'd see what all the commotion was about. 9-10" ice where I drilled ( inside ice heave), alot of short eyes handful of small perch all went back in. I think the bite is a little tougher this year than our normal first ice bite. Maybe being the water got cold so quick ? Oh well back at it in am !
-
I headed out with the spud this afternoon. Got about 500 yards out and ran into a large area where there was 1 1/2 inches of ice. I didn’t even have to hit the ice that hard with the spud when it was going through. Decided that I didn’t want to pick my way back through that area in the dark so headed back in. Should be good to go in that spot in another day or two. This was in the constantia area.
-
Pressure crack off east side of Lewis point right off the access is sketchy and wet. Eventually found a place to cross it on the way in but spud would just drop right through in many places. Witnessed two people go for a swim trying to cross it tonight coming back in near the rock jetty that sticks out near the pavillion. Will be covered in snow tomorrow so use caution.
-
Fished out of sylvan beach today,
28 feet of water
4-5 inches black
3-5 white
Shove ice wall limits distance out to deeper water.
Few nice perch and whites too.
No fatheads at bait shop so caught them on spikes😒
30+ shantys out there👍🏻
Not to be a pest , BUT, passed 4-5 cut holes with trash and butts left behind.
Pick it up😉
Spud is a necessity 🤘🏼
Tight lines all!
-
Fished all day out of Edgewater. Got out SW to about 18'. A large pressure crack visible another 150yards out so we decided to set up camp in the 18' depth. We kept active jigging all the time as the bottom was active. Only three small walleyes, all caught by vansmak. I could get them to chase my jigs all the way up to 8' but they just did not like me today. We did keep some nice perch. All the bites were light, nothing slamming it today. Ice was clear and 8". The lake started talking right around noon. Just a light dusting when we went out mid morning but snowing pretty good when we walked in at 4. Felt good to get out for the first time this year and at least bring home a perch dinner.
-
How about those ice quakes out there today?? :o
-
How about those ice quakes out there today?? :o
No matter how many times I've heard them before, they still freak me out every time. Makes you feel helpless!
-
Went out of Chapman’s sat am until 11am. Ice decent but a little variable 4-7 inches. Moved around and checked some waypoints in 30-35 FOW that were good previously but didn’t mark much and didn’t ice a fish.
-
Thanks for reports guys, I didn't fish today but I drove from lakeport back across the beach and up to constancia for something too do, instead of buying a truck too haul my gear this fall, because my station wagon died a couple yrs ago, {my camry can't haul my gear|....I bought a sled too keep at the lake with my gear , thought that will solve my problem and wouldn't you know it, that lake froze as jagged as I've ever seen in on northshore, just my luck, that lake needs a good 2 feet of snow on it now too cover that stuff up for sleds.talked with a lot of people, everyone said tough bite today. southshore was much smoother ice, like night and day compared too northside. for all the guys that walk out of apps, now that I have a sled if snow ever gets deep, i'll pack a nice path for the walkers.
-
Saw people all the way out by grassy and was gonna try to catch them but missed them when they came in. They were walking on the ice where it didn't have all that crap pushed up. Brave souls, all of that was open water before the cold snap, but I have to believe it has frozen better than that packed up ice. Going to try to see what's shaking today if I can catch anybody coming in after work today.
-
I had the sled out yesterday and picked around a few things but it wasn't as bad as I thought. Just had to take my time.
Managed a limit of eyes and a perch yesterday. Oh and a pile of shorts.
-
Thanks for reports guys, I didn't fish today but I drove from lakeport back across the beach and up to constancia for something too do, instead of buying a truck too haul my gear this fall, because my station wagon died a couple yrs ago, {my camry can't haul my gear|....I bought a sled too keep at the lake with my gear , thought that will solve my problem and wouldn't you know it, that lake froze as jagged as I've ever seen in on northshore, just my luck, that lake needs a good 2 feet of snow on it now too cover that stuff up for sleds.talked with a lot of people, everyone said tough bite today. southshore was much smoother ice, like night and day compared too northside. for all the guys that walk out of apps, now that I have a sled if snow ever gets deep, i'll pack a nice path for the walkers.
A nice path?? How about a nice ride?$$ You name it😉
-
A nice path?? How about a nice ride?$$ You name it😉
maybe some morning after the newness of the sled wheres off, got too pay back the boys who helped me over the years first, looks like a very long season, maybe i'll run into sometime later in the season when were perchin, I have a feeling walleye bite could get tough in February.
-
Saw people all the way out by grassy and was gonna try to catch them but missed them when they came in. They were walking on the ice where it didn't have all that crap pushed up. Brave souls, all of that was open water before the cold snap, but I have to believe it has frozen better than that packed up ice. Going to try to see what's shaking today if I can catch anybody coming in after work today.
only place I ever took a drink was behind spruce grove walkin out too the pinnacle, got too be careful near constancia, those islands and pinacles must create currents that freeze funny.I'm always careful over there. heard a bunch of guys fell threw the crack at lewis last night, she busted good, few rescues in the whiteout..
(https://i.imgur.com/HZ3sKLYh.jpg)
-
Anyone have any morning temps today near Oneida?, Reeleyes? I had 18 below zero this morning, 6th straight night in arrow below zero for me.
-
Anyone have any morning temps today near Oneida?, Reeleyes? I had 18 below zero this morning, 6th straight night in arrow below zero for me.
7 below here this morning.
-
only place I ever took a drink was behind spruce grove walkin out too the pinnacle, got too be careful near constancia, those islands and pinacles must create currents that freeze funny.I'm always careful over there. heard a bunch of guys fell threw the crack at lewis last night, she busted good, few rescues in the whiteout..
(https://i.imgur.com/HZ3sKLYh.jpg)
lol. that's me didn't know pic was being taken, nice pic to show the dangers. I didn't get wet, had spud, I actually watching for 15 min, then followed the group.
-
I had - 10 at 5 am and it has warmed up to a balmy 4 ;D
-
I had - 4 at 9 am Lewis Point. Cracks are tight for now but as she makes ice they will tend to open and close.
-
I'm up to minus 4 right now, could be our high. surprised you weren't colder reeleyes I was expecting you too say minus 10.
-
I had - 10 at 5 am and it has warmed up to a balmy 4 ;D
if winds go northeast tonight you beat that by 9pm tonight.
-
I'm up to minus 4 right now, could be our high. surprised you weren't colder reeleyes I was expecting you too say minus 10.
I think my house thermometer runs a little warm. It's always a few degrees colder in my truck. So it could have been more like -10.
-
Fished 7:00 - 11:00. Walked out. Won't make that mistake again. 4 keeper eyes. Banged one right after I got set up and then 3 between 9-10. Was sitting on 8".
(https://s10.postimg.cc/68fmztorp/IMG_20171231_094231623.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/68fmztorp/)
-
-12 at the beach house this am.........fish were tight lipped......no wind made it tolerable
-
well didnt fish but took a ride on sled cut 3 holes to check ice all had about 6in
-
just checked forecast for next weekend high of 1 friday and high of 4 saturday... warmest day all week is 22 and all the lows area negative or single digits.now if we can keep any real amount of snow off the lake we will really have a lot of ice.....
-
Nice job s10!
-
Nice Job Jay! ;D
-
Any reports out of Apps ? How's the ice ? Machines a go or no go ?
-
Any reports out of Apps ? How's the ice ? Machines a go or no go ?
I stopped at Apps at 1 pm today for some bait. I can't tell you how thick the ice is there , but I can tell you it was a jagged mess on top and Only 2 shacks (walkers) out in front of Apps and Vellas, no machines. Only 3 other shacks from There all the way back west to Taft Bay.
2 groups walked out of Mill St . Constantia and were fishing just north of little grassy island.
Jagged moonscape type mess on top off of Godfrey and no one fishing there.
7 vehicles at Wanner Rd. Jewell where the guy's picked there way out and through the jagged ice field and were fishing the drop.
Lot's of guys and better looking conditions off of Edgewater and Sylvan , .... all or most of the fisherman were east of a big N/S pressure crack.
Lots of guy's off Lewis, mostly off the point and a little East...several visible cracks there as usual. No one fishing west of the point toward Messenger reef and shoal where there was jagged looking conditions.
A bunch fishing out of Chapman park, mostly a bit east.
No one parked or fishing at DEC South Shore Boat Launch at Dutchman Island.
Did not check any other spots.
Traveled light today to check on my camper and get some gear up in Mexico, did not have a shack, and it was a little to cold to be sitting on a bucket out there today, so I did not cut any holes or fish.
Good job on the fish KP, s 10, reeleyz and all you guy's that cashed in...hope to join the party soon.
Stay safe, ..... plenty of fishing days ahead.
-
Great report..thank you very much
-
-18 here this morning!!!
-
-18 here this morning!!!
-30 in Chaumont....
-
These temps are crazy 10 day forecast shows only 1 day up to 32 the rest very cold and sub zero at night with not much snow at all very good start to the season
-
Have never fished Oneida before do most people jigs for walleyes or tip ups? Was hoping to take the drive this coming weekend... catching them in the shallows or out deep?
-
B-1 most guys jig , a few use tip downs and tip ups , sometimes there is a lot of moving involved
-
Great Report Choo Choo! I appreciate it! I will make the trip next weekend most likely.
-
B1 being Mobil is key to fishing Oneida setting up tip downs and then picking them and moving slows you down in my opinion and you can't go wrong looking over a good map of the lake like navionics lots of structure
-
my motto has always been its never too hot or its never too cold outside but you know what its been cold outside age must be catching up to me guess ill wait till noon to hit the beach
-
Finally got out yesterday afternoon. Same area I checked the day before. I went out midday with the spud for an hour and found a safe path out. I grabbed my gear and fished the last couple hours of light. Picked around a bit and got the ol skunk. I only marked 4 fish and my fishing partner dumped 3 at the hole! It was good to get the rust off. Walking was good with only a couple inches of snow..didn’t even need the creepers 👍🏼
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/qtd2ki21p/20180101_095056.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qtd2ki21p/)
How's that perch bite at the beach today? I already banged a limit of these guys by 10. Trying to keep away from them
-
Nice! Good way to start of the new year! Good luck on the perch!
-
Nice! Good way to start of the new year! Good luck on the perch!
X2
-
-18 here this morning!!!
I had minus 24 this morning. Lake Ontario is cooling rapidly, its ability too modify air masses is waning, you guys are now starting too almost get as cold as the north country.
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/qtd2ki21p/20180101_095056.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qtd2ki21p/)
How's that perch bite at the beach today? I already banged a limit of these guys by 10. Trying to keep away from them
awesome...hey your your screen name fits you, fishin in 20 below.... hrdcore I was on pipe patrol this morning, I have 7 bathrooms to watch.
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/qtd2ki21p/20180101_095056.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qtd2ki21p/)
How's that perch bite at the beach today? I already banged a limit of these guys by 10. Trying to keep away from them
you got over a foot of ice yet?
-
you got over a foot of ice yet?
Gotta be getting close eh? I'd wager they will be on sleds today in most places.
-
Snagger is right about the eye bite getting tough in Feb. to much cold, for to long , to early on the season. Get em early... have seen this happen many times when winters were winter.
-
i'm no expert that's for sure but I think Oneida is going to have the best season it has ever had ...... after a few years of little use on the ice and the trillions of shad they had to eat and the buckeyes I think that lake is going to produce a lot of fish ......and theres always a mid winter slump no matter where you fish
-
Snagger is right about the eye bite getting tough in Feb. to much cold, for to long , to early on the season. Get em early... have seen this happen many times when winters were winter.
X2 - 2014 got really tough for eyes but the perch bite got good.
If we get some good warm ups late January with some runoff bringing oxygen in we might be just fine.
-
X2 - 2014 got really tough for eyes but the perch bite got good.
If we get some good warm ups late January to with some runoff bringing oxygen in we might be just fine.
That's fine with me, I can get a lot more meals outta 50 Jumbos than I can 3 15.5 inch eyes ;) I just want one day where I get both limit's. Came within 10 a few times, but never 3 and 50.
-
Anyone know the ice thickness at the south shore launch
-
Great report choo choo!! 😎
-
Anyone know the ice thickness at the south shore launch
should be fine saw a sled come out of there today and the bay stayed iced over when the rest of the lake broke up before xmas....i do not know the thickness tho...b
-
I had a good morning, a nice mix of eyes and perch. A lot of shorts eyes,but I was still able to get off the ice by 10 with 12 perch and 3 eyes. About 10 inches of ice where I was and an amazing moon on the walk out. Happy New Years!!
(https://s17.postimg.cc/aow4vo7q3/4_A50_D649-_F604-4976-_B50_E-_D6_DEC81_A7356.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/aow4vo7q3/)
-
Great pics and reports guys. 👍🏼
-
Making my first trip to Oneida trying to get some of the basics down ,jigging rapalas ? minnow heads ? not looking for all the secrets ,guys work hard for them ,just don't want to go blind ,driving up from buffalo
-
I got the 5 year old out for an hour tonight at sunset. We had fun sorting through shorts. We caught 2 keepers each. He did good with some jigging and hook set assistance. ;D
(https://s13.postimg.cc/4swhtx5oj/IMG_4005.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4swhtx5oj/)
-
sweet deal.......awesome job to that young man
-
Great jon Bruce and lil man.
-
That’s awesome Bruce! Always fun to get the kids in on the fun
-
The little guys got a great teacher
-
Awesome, that's what makes it all worthwhile. :tipup:
-
Stretched the legs out of Constantia this afternoon for a quick trip. Plenty of ice out there. Marked only a couple of fish in 2 hours and then humped it back in to Encon waiting for me. I wished I could have showed him something nice but all i had was my license. Great guy though. Beautiful sunset and great walking. 8-9 inches of ice by the 1st island. Great to get out this early. Love it. ;D
-
I got the 5 year old out for an hour tonight at sunset. We had fun sorting through shorts. We caught 2 keepers each. He did good with some jigging and hook set assistance. ;D
(https://s13.postimg.cc/4swhtx5oj/IMG_4005.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4swhtx5oj/)
Great father/son teamwork!! Good work boys!!!🎣🕳
-
you got over a foot of ice yet?
Not yet. 9" inches off the west side of Lewis Pt in 25 fow - measured. Had my machine out there today.
-
Thanks guys! It was nice to get him on some fish.
-
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ndv0th8hn/IMG_3291.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ndv0th8hn/)
First trip out to my evening spot that we go to early ice, lost A few and put back twice as many as the 6 me and my buddy got. It was an epic 2 hours fishing really, i'm hooked for trying in the morning again. Had an epic meal tonight, no fish since spring panfishing. We were on 8-10 inches of ice where we were, not saying it was like that everywhere. Lots of pressure cracks, I almost took A tumble over one. Pissing cold as A well diggers butt too. :)
CNY
-
Great job on the eyes, guys. The evening bite has been unreal this year. This is the first year I've consistently caught more fish in the last hour of daylight and beyond.
And there is a lot of 12"+ ice out there already. Just not consistent lake-wide.
-
Great posts guys can't wait to get out ther for the first time Saturday for the tourney
-
Awesome Bruce. I can't wait for a few more years to get my lil guy out. He is 2 and already saying daddy I wanna catch the big fish through the ice. Lol
-
you got over a foot of ice yet?
[/quote]
Only at the beach...no perch there but plenty of short eyes.
Any body heading out of Mill St there is an pressure crack that opened but was hidden by fresh snow. My spud found it. The crack runs north to south.
Lots of machines out . I was sitting on a solid 6"+...
-
reeleyz great job for both you and the little big guy ...nice picture too :thumbsup:
-
Making my first trip to Oneida trying to get some of the basics down ,jigging rapalas ? minnow heads ? not looking for all the secrets ,guys work hard for them ,just don't want to go blind ,driving up from buffalo
Best odds for putting fish on the ice is a #5 jigging rap with a buckeye head on the treble, jigged fairly aggressively. Everything has it's time, but day in and day out that will get it done.
-
My daughter and I made our first trip up this afternoon and had about an hour flurry of shorts and this keeper, we also dumped 3 at the hole #*%*! Oh well it was fun just the same. We have a little contest each yr to see who lands the most keepers and so far the totals are... Walleye Bob 1, Moose 1, Specs and Hondo....0!
(https://s9.postimg.cc/u2s4l6ryj/IMG_2455.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/u2s4l6ryj/)
-
I went out of Lewis Point yesterday with a buddy. Started out in 18 FOW to the west of the point. We didn't mark much. Ice ranged from 6-8" every place we cut holes. Ice was very jagged, but walking was easy. We moved east off the point in 27 FOW. Fishing picked up, several times the screen on my buddies Garmin lit up with fish. Some guys were out on four wheelers and snowmobiles. In my opinion, it is still early to venture out with them due to ice thickness variance. Got to use my Christmas present from my wife, a new K drill. Unit works really well, it's going to make life a lot easier this year. We had to work for them. Ended up with 2 Walleye and 7 Perch. Great to get out!
-
Dropping my kid off at Oswego in a coupe weeks and was wondering if some could give me some info on the lake. Not looking for secret spots just access points.
-
Awesome Bruce doesn't get any better than that
-
Good job everyone sounds like we will have a nice long season this year. I hope to get out this week.
-
Hi I'm new here ::) ::)
-
New guy here to the Oneida Lake thread. I am looking for an access point/parking on the East end of the lake, any help will be appreciated. I really do not want to drive 2 hours and search for an access point first thing in the morning..Thanks
-
The beach at east end is a good start lots of parking and easy to find
-
guys doing good on the walleye.. have they been hitting jigs tipped with minnow or spikes or does it not seem to matter much ?
-
guys doing good on the walleye.. have they been hitting jigs tipped with minnow or spikes or does it not seem to matter much ?
The usuals. Jigging raps, flutter spoons, rattle spoons, heavy metal spoons, all tipped with buckeye head, and rattle/vibe baits. I've gotten a number of fish on all of them so far. Just seems to matter at an given time which ones they want to eat or just look at. Also on which ones just slam shorts and which ones get the keepers. I usually get lots of shorts on flutter spoons, the other night was the complete opposite. Couldn't keep the shorts off the rattle spoons and rattle baits but was getting real nice fish on the flutter spoons and raps.
-
Where are perch located on Southside first time going out I'm looking for perch and walleye mostly perch though anybody know a good location
-
Going off sylvan on Thursday, never fished this lake before. How far do I need to go out to get into them and are there any bait shops around that area.
-
Going off sylvan on Thursday, never fished this lake before. How far do I need to go out to get into them and are there any bait shops around that area.
Right in Sylvan Beach is East End bait and tackle. The Oneida regulars would know other places but that's the closest one I know of from fishing there in the summer.
-
Apps bait shop in Cleveland on Rt 49 north shore middle of the lake they have everything that work on the lake and if u hang out a bit u might hear some chatter on good bites around the lake only bait shop I go to
-
(https://s9.postimg.cc/rti8ymyuj/Screenshot_2018-01-02-16-56-42.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/rti8ymyuj/)
-
Where's the better place to catch perch on oneida lake off Sylvan Beach or Lewis point and how deep of water
-
Apps bait shop in Cleveland on Rt 49 north shore middle of the lake they have everything that work on the lake and if u hang out a bit u might hear some chatter on good bites around the lake only bait shop I go to
If one leaves PBR’S in the bait tank.. you may get all the info you want!! 😁
-
Oh yeah,I've seen a few PBR tall boys in there.
-
Oh yeah,I've seen a few PBR tall boys in there.
I’ve left some there in the past.... but, I did not consume any......😇🙄
-
I am looking for suggestions on a location I can get a buddy of mine out on the ice. He is very limited mobility wise so closer is better. He has never iced a walleye before so any help is appreciated. Steep hills are no good and jumping pressure cracks is out. I know it is a lot to ask so thank you in advance.
-
I am looking for suggestions on a location I can get a buddy of mine out on the ice. He is very limited mobility wise so closer is better. He has never iced a walleye before so any help is appreciated. Steep hills are no good and jumping pressure cracks is out. I know it is a lot to ask so thank you in advance.
I live on the lake and last year I tore my meniscus and had to have knee surgery I walked out of Lewis point because my normal spots were too far to walk and the ice was crap for a sled, I found the walk doable. It's about 500 yards from parking to deeper water, iirc. Hope that helps.
-
Has anyone fished out of Williams Park at all. Any fish? How is the ice?
-
Can any one recommend a rod set up to catch perch and walleye on same set up. light enough for perch but still stand a chance of landing a walleye with out breaking? Thanks
-
Heading to Sodus in a few hours after work to sight in my jigging rods for Oneida next week when my real season begins
-
Can any one recommend a rod set up to catch perch and walleye on same set up. light enough for perch but still stand a chance of landing a walleye with out breaking? Thanks
A solid fiberglass rod will do it. I use a very light solid noodle rod at Lake George and it works great for perch with small tungsten jigs and will still handle the occasional laker.
-
Going off sylvan on Thursday, never fished this lake before. How far do I need to go out to get into them and are there any bait shops around that area.
Yes east shore bait and tackle on 13 in sylvan beach 315-418-6238 , owners name is Ben
-
Reading those post about hanging around bait shops makes me miss the one I worked in. You meet some great people, hear some good stories, (some are true) and learn a lot about your local lakes. One thing I wouldn't miss, this winter, is chipping ice to get to the bait. Dave didn't keep it very warm overnight. I would have to dress like I was going out on the ice....h2l
-
Has anyone fished out of Williams Park at all. Any fish? How is the ice?
I was there on the 1st. Fished between 14-18 FOW. Marked more in shallow water than deeper water, but that may have been timing as we didn't want to leave fish to find fish. Strong AM bite in 15 FOW, but lots of dinks (3:1 dink to keeper give or take). Moved deeper and struggled to mark fish, but managed a couple keepers before moving shallow again. Ended up with with 20 or so jack perch and a pickerel between a couple guys. Not a great day, but still fun. No eyes for us yet this year, thinking of running to Sylvan my next day off.
-
Hey Doug...famous Dave from Bunker Hill Road wanted me to tell you that he is opening up a shop again and you can go back to chipping away ice at the bait tanks again.
-
Where's the better place to catch perch on oneida lake off Sylvan Beach or Lewis point and how deep of water
-
Welcome aboard Schenkieboy
-
Those of you who bring ATV's to Sylvan beach I was wondering where the best spot to park is and where the best access to drive on the ice is?
Thanks in advance!
-
Those of you who bring ATV's to Sylvan beach I was wondering where the best spot to park is and where the best access to drive on the ice is?
Thanks in advance!
there is a beach parking lot right behind the amusement park.......go over bridge on rte 13 and take a right at the bottom of the bridge.....follow the road around and go past the restaurants and follow the crowd.....plenty of parking.....you have to access the lake at the end of the parking lot onto the beach there is usually a path to follow ......good luck Fluke
-
Any good place to park near constantia? Don’t want to drive to other end of lake and big bay is always packed
-
X2 - 2014 got really tough for eyes but the perch bite got good.
If we get some good warm ups late January with some runoff bringing oxygen in we might be just fine.
That was the year we fished eyes in 10 feet of water at season,s end Bruce.
-
How much ice at Lewis and beach? Thinking about bringing the sled tomorrow?thanks
-
12 inches at the beach. Machines were out yesterday.
-
I have been out twice since my last report. Last night got out with little deadeyez for last hour of light and got skunked. Monday evening I went out solo and went 7-10 on eyes. Ice was in good shape everywhere i checked. This snow we are getting should help with those rough spots. Looks like some serious wind today and tomorrow. Gonna get the sled registered so I can be a little more mobile.
-
there is a beach parking lot right behind the amusement park.......go over bridge on rte 13 and take a right at the bottom of the bridge.....follow the road around and go past the restaurants and follow the crowd.....plenty of parking.....you have to access the lake at the end of the parking lot onto the beach there is usually a path to follow ......good luck Fluke
Thanks Scout
-
I have been out twice since my last report. Last night got out with little deadeyez for last hour of light and got skunked. Monday evening I went out solo and went 7-10 on eyes. Ice was in good shape everywhere i checked. This snow we are getting should help with those rough spots. Looks like some serious wind today and tomorrow. Gonna get the sled registered so I can be a little more mobile.
Nice job Bobby. That snow should make big difference.
-
I have been out twice since my last report. Last night got out with little deadeyez for last hour of light and got skunked. Monday evening I went out solo and went 7-10 on eyes. Ice was in good shape everywhere i checked. This snow we are getting should help with those rough spots. Looks like some serious wind today and tomorrow. Gonna get the sled registered so I can be a little more mobile.
My sled is good to go for evening trips Bob, I wanna fish like 3:30 - dark and get some in the freezer.
I went out last night at like 3:30 and got 3 and like 3 short ones. Batting 1000 so far, ice is good, same spot I was on Monday has another 2 inches of ice already. Those rough spots can send you flying if you are moving along on A sled, they are like oversized concrete blocks, keep your eye out if you are on machines.
CNY
-
Good morning all. I have a opportunity to fish tomorrow and Saturday! 👍🏻
I'd like to be adventurous and try the north side of the lake.
Which is an easy walk to fishable water..heading out of Godfrey or apps?
No techniques or coordinates needed, just some friendly advise.
Thank you..
RF
-
Good morning all. I have a opportunity to fish tomorrow and Saturday! 👍🏻
I'd like to be adventurous and try the north side of the lake.
Which is an easy walk to fishable water..heading out of Godfrey or apps?
No techniques or coordinates needed, just some friendly advise.
Thank you..
RF
I would go to Apps, pick up some bait and ask them where to go and walk out of there. Before I lived on the lake that's how I had my best days on the ice.
-
Good morning all. I have a opportunity to fish tomorrow and Saturday! 👍🏻
I'd like to be adventurous and try the north side of the lake.
Which is an easy walk to fishable water..heading out of Godfrey or apps?
No techniques or coordinates needed, just some friendly advise.
Thank you..
I would pay close attention to the weather forecast........danger ous weather for friday and saturday........cold,snow and nasty wind
RF
-
Starting to feel like days of old.hope it's good safe travel with lots of ice and gas augers and those old comfortable shanties it really was fun with all the old farts along the north shore.
-
will do!👍🏻
-
Decided to fish out of Chapman today, ice was great every where I drilled, 7-10". Bite was not so good and only had a few good looks, threw everything at them, several moves from 22-34 row, only a hand full of guys out and the parking lot was empty for the most part. Would have thought with this front moving in and the pressure dropping the bite would have been better, oh well still nice to get out....
-
Good to hear ice conditions are good for machines coming out for the first time next weekend
-
Hello Bug Eye Brew. My buddy and I spoke to you in Chapman’s parking lot this am. We moved all over today and got it handed to us. 1 perch all day. Very few marks.
-
I measured 9.5 inches at Lewis today, fished from 130-430 got a couple decent perch and one short, marked a bunch just weren’t biting for me today.
-
Good morning all. I have a opportunity to fish tomorrow and Saturday! 👍🏻
No techniques or coordinates needed, just some friendly advise.
RF,
You do realize that tomorrow will be 3 degrees with 25mph wind?
And Saturday is no better.
Good recipe for frost bite.
Friendly advise: Wait till Monday.
PerchEyes
-
RF,
You do realize that tomorrow will be 3 degrees with 25mph wind?
And Saturday is no better.
Good recipe for frost bite.
Friendly advise: Wait till Monday.
PerchEyes
I know.....just sucks having zero responsibility for a Friday and Saturday! I could fish all day...better safe then sorry....long season ahead🙂👍🏻
-
Good morning all. I have a opportunity to fish tomorrow and Saturday! 👍🏻
I'd like to be adventurous and try the north side of the lake.
Which is an easy walk to fishable water..heading out of Godfrey or apps?
No techniques or coordinates needed, just some friendly advise.
Thank you..
I think I'd go to Apps, get some bait, hang out by the wood stove, get some advise and go fishing on Monday ;)
RF
-
Yo Guys & gals,
I am starting to hear a lot of wisdom in these last few posts. Being retired has it's benefits. Monday looks good to me as well. I am chomping at the bit to get out there myself. I think i will use the 2 days to get familiar with imgur and to start posting pictures. We will see if I can finally master posting pictures eh?
Boggey
-
You no longer need those posting sites. Just use the new IS "add image to post" blue click bottom left of the box you're typing in.
-
Hello Bug Eye Brew. My buddy and I spoke to you in Chapman’s parking lot this am. We moved all over today and got it handed to us. 1 perch all day. Very few marks.
I notice you guys didn't move for quite a while so I thought you might have located some fish, the bite was definitely tough. Hope you and your buddy from P.A. have better luck today, the winds are going to be a bit to take and work has me staying warm...lol
-
well im headed out to try it 1st time.... man it looks rough out there,,, compass gps phone,,,, pack the shanty in snow and stay put lol
-
I tried I turned around
-
Looking like another year of hard walking on the lake. I can only hope these high winds are keeping a lot of the snow on shore and off the ice. Really want a few walleye but not going to fight -30 and 2 foot of snow to get them. I guess I am just not a diehard 😁
-
The wind looks like it’s keeping the snow off. We only got 3 inches of snow here in the constantia area so far
-
it appears the wind is doing it's job........3" of snow so far that has pretty much been blown off the lake.....can see bare ice spots from shore......could be some drifts which could cause problems with being able to see the chunked up ice fields out there......sleds and wheelers should us caution and slow down
-
well that was brutal not much snow bare in some spots, at most maybe 3in in some spots but its snowing hard now but the wind is whipping, 1 perch
-
Fished Wednesday out at Williams. End up with 20 perch and 1 eye. Ice was in good condition 10in plus. Had to work for them switching lures and jigging hard. Hope to get out Sunday.
-
Headed to Oneida this coming week. First time fishing the lake. Any good advice on where to set up for perch and eyes?
-
Anybody have any advice for Bluegill or crappie fishing on Oneida Lake where to start and what areas maybe good
-
Anybody have any advice for Bluegill or crappie fishing on Oneida Lake where to start and what areas maybe good
Big Bay
-
Headed to Oneida this coming week. First time fishing the lake. Any good advice on where to set up for perch and eyes?
Lewis point
-
How much snow is on Oneida? Tough walking conditions? Or has a lot of It blown off with the wind?
-
Read previous posts
-
I’m out here now, not much snow most of it has blown off. North shore
-
Thanks for the snow report white lightning. We got another 4-5 inches in constantia. I was wondering how it was out there today.
-
anybody know where to bring a power auger for repair. I spent most of last weekend trying to get my sled running now it's at the shop. I don't have any more patience to try and fix the auger myself. I called motor mender in Liverpool that used to service strikemaster but message said he retired on December 31st. Not my year so far. I'm walking out tomorrow with a hand auger. The wind looked like it was blowing most of the snow off today, we got probably 7-8" yesterday on the south side.
-
Dont know the name of the place but is located on RT31 about 1/2 mile east of RT.13,,, they fixed my old power auger several times
-
Is it Parts LLC 4072 NY31 Canastota, NY 13031, 315-697-5440? I was just searching on Google maps.
-
That place is called parts..315-697 -5440
-
anybody know where to bring a power auger for repair. I spent most of last weekend trying to get my sled running now it's at the shop. I don't have any more patience to try and fix the auger myself. I called motor mender in Liverpool that used to service strikemaster but message said he retired on December 31st. Not my year so far. I'm walking out tomorrow with a hand auger. The wind looked like it was blowing most of the snow off today, we got probably 7-8" yesterday on the south side.
what about the shop where you took the sled?
-
Welcome to the site Tbell 122
Might be more info on the conditions page
-
ok thanks, didn't know parts fixed augers, that is where my sled is, guess I'll pick up the sled and drop off the auger.
-
Slammy sorry to hear , but it’s early you’ll make up for these set backs I’m sure
-
In my plow truck going along lake Ontario this evening saw some pretty cool clouds out over the lake thought I would share looks almost this they are sucking the moisture out of the lake
(https://s13.postimg.cc/9iuabktr7/0106181631.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/9iuabktr7/)
(https://s13.postimg.cc/mzr8ugbsj/0106181631c.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mzr8ugbsj/)
-
In my plow truck going along lake Ontario this evening saw some pretty cool clouds out over the lake thought I would share looks almost this they are sucking the moisture out of the lake
(https://s13.postimg.cc/9iuabktr7/0106181631.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/9iuabktr7/)
(https://s13.postimg.cc/mzr8ugbsj/0106181631c.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mzr8ugbsj/)
Cool pics. That's why it's been snowing here for days.
:flex: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
In my plow truck going along lake Ontario this evening saw some pretty cool clouds out over the lake thought I would share looks almost this they are sucking the moisture out of the lake
Pretty cool pics, thanks for sharing.
-
Sylvan Beach today:
It was windy and cold!
Walked out to 23-28 ft...caught a few perch..rap tipped with minnow head...ran out of propane....came in!
Ice was great ...7-10 inches
Snow actually helped the walk by filling in the inconsistent ice. Wind blown and crusty.
Still spud!
RF
-
your a hearty soul Rayfish........had to have been a little chilly to say the least
-
your a hearty soul Rayfish........had to have been a little chilly to say the least
I’ve been home with my parents and mother in law! Finally shipped them back to Florida....I needed to fish🐟
Be out a Godfrey in the am!
-
Can anyone post gps coordinates of the best hole they fished this year? So I don't accidentally fish your spot of course.
-
ok thanks, didn't know parts fixed augers, that is where my sled is, guess I'll pick up the sled and drop off the auger.
Get those machines running bud... gonna be an EPIC beat down on the fish!!!😈
-
Anyone have an ice report from big bay? headed out early am first round of the season!
-
Can anyone post gps coordinates of the best hole they fished this year? So I don't accidentally fish your spot of course.
My wife read this and wanted to know why anyone would give up their best spot!!! I said "isn't it obvious he's being nice and doesn't want to accidentally fish someone else's spot says it right there!" She didn't get it.... I thought it was hilarious :cookoo:
-
Anyone find a box of lures off Lewis Point today? Pm me if you do.
Ice was 12 inches. Fish were there.
-
Welcome to the site gnarfish ,
-
Yo Gnarfish,
Got to hand it to you bud. That shows initiative and a sense of humor. You will do well on these forums. Keep up the good work and oh yeh. Did you get any pm's you want to share with me ? ;D ;D ;D
-
Anyone have an ice report from big bay? headed out early am first round of the season!
try spikes on small jigs in 6 foot of water close to weed early mornings and just before dark seems the best ....... hey you can copy and paste this and use it ever year big bay never changes
-
I hit these cords yesterday 43.0790 N 75.6509 W fish were ok
-
Has anyone tried rock pile off Lewis point 28fow crushed them there last two years all on mossy oak UV shad rap
-
poor fishing this AM,,,, ice is in great shape
-
I hit these cords yesterday 43.0790 N 75.6509 W fish were ok
You get a shake with that lmfao. I had to look.
CNY
-
fished williams park this morning.....holy crap, can you say cold.......slow as hell......ended up with 6 good perch and 1 14" eye in 4 hrs........didn't mark many fish where I was......s.e. of dunhams....18 fow........ice is fantastic....at least 10" plus ........only issue was the jack asses who double parked in the lot and blocked multiple folks in......I got lucky and found my way out.........just food for thought folks - if there are no parking spots left you can't park.....1st come first serve....... ;)
-
feel free to block me in but remeber i'm old and can't see any better then mr magoo hope I see ya there! if not don't worry I paid 4 hundred bucks for my truck so if I dent it pushing ya outta my wat I probably won't care much ....just saying....it's all good ;D
-
Got out today from 7:30-10:30. Ice was good. Slow except for a little flury I had around 9. Ended up with 3 keepers - 4 shorts - and 2 perch.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/y9kj9ceut/IMG_20180107_161538100.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/y9kj9ceut/)
-
Look out Jason you’ll have company 😉
-
I love red snow ...^5 s10
-
Hey s10xr what no pic of the deer you cleaned on the ice. Had to be a monster.
-
S10 u gut a deer on the ice...nice job
-
Slower today but found some hungry fish.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/rx5dzgm2d/7_FC9894_A-11_CD-4_E89-8_AA5-_DB2597_A73_A72.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rx5dzgm2d/)
-
Nice work guys!!😎
-
Nice pic Chow.
Jason be careful, guys will be out there looking for the big red mark in the snow! ;D
-
Went out of Godfrey this morning 10-12" of ice 3"white 7-9" clear lots of slush under ice. Punched my first and only whole today put transducer in water and what do u know broken >:( I was going to leave but decided to go old school for few hrs . Ended up doing 3 outta 4 , 2 shorts 1 nice perch. Now the big wait for new transducer 8-10 days
-
Nice pic Chow.
Jason be careful, guys will be out there looking for the big red mark in the snow! ;D
Haha have at it. That was in my parents driveway.
-
Haha have at it. That was in my parents driveway.
:roflmao:
-
You get a shake with that lmfao. I had to look.Th
CNY
The fish was ok the fries sucked 😉 There's been a change in the leader board for Eyes landed on Oneida... Walleye Bob and Hondo snuck up there today and had some luck... well, Walleye Bob did! Congrats on a couple nice ones Bob
(https://s17.postimg.cc/u8e3etqvv/IMG_2464.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/u8e3etqvv/)
-
Fished 7:30 -11:00. Pretty slow.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/hxf2xbnc5/IMG_20180107_092021757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/hxf2xbnc5/)
-
Get those machines running bud... gonna be an EPIC beat down on the fish!!!😈
Machines are being worked on, I had an epic drag yesterday.
-
Great reports guys! Awesome pics as well 👍🏼
-
pretty good morning
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ya5aekix7/20180108_124127.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ya5aekix7/)
-
Just catch Scout. Ice fishing from my computer at work. Thanks for the post
-
Should say Nice catch, not Just catch. Wish I could type
-
pretty good morning
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ya5aekix7/20180108_124127.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ya5aekix7/)
Nice going Scout, I'm hoping to get out Sat ...
-
Just wondering how the ice is in front of Chapman park. My favorite place to fish but I have to have my atv to get out to 30-40 fow. Are people going out with snow machines and atv's? Thanks in advance.
-
Just wondering how the ice is in front of Chapman park. My favorite place to fish but I have to have my atv to get out to 30-40 fow. Are people going out with snow machines and atv's? Thanks in advance.
I would think so.....rest of lake is good to go
-
Just wondering how the ice is in front of Chapman park. My favorite place to fish but I have to have my atv to get out to 30-40 fow. Are people going out with snow machines and atv's? Thanks in advance.
I fished out of Chapmans on Thurs. ice was great 9" plus, had my ATV out and had no issues
-
Nice bunch of perch there! Hoping to get out before work Wednesday. 10:30 to 6:30 has it's advantages ;-)
-
Nicely done Scout!
-
Fun day today got my limit had to sort through alot of shorts
(https://s18.postimg.cc/max9q9205/20180108_130007.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/max9q9205/)
-
Fun day today got my limit had to sort through alot of shorts
(https://s18.postimg.cc/max9q9205/20180108_130007.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/max9q9205/)
Looks like some fatties!
-
pretty good morning
(https://s17.postimg.cc/ya5aekix7/20180108_124127.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ya5aekix7/)
Good job Scout, nothin like a pile of perch fillets
-
Where the perch at Oneida Lake ???
-
WTG SCOUT!!!😎
-
Where the perch at Oneida Lake ???
Not the beach...
-
Thanks for the response on Chapman. Will be there on Wednesday. Thanks again
-
Fished Williams Beach this afternoon. Worked from the collection of shanties about 150 yards from shore all the way to the north side of Dunhams. There was 2-4 inches of powdery packed snow so it is like walking in sand with some slick areas underneath. Don't need cleats yet. Slush is forming a bit due to warming temps. Ice ranged from over 8 inches to 6 inches near the island. Some drifted snow but the Snowmobiles and ATV's seemed to have no problem traversing. No pressure cracks at the beach or out to the island itself.
The perch were on but was like a day at Sandy Pond- 10:1 dinks to keepers. Eyes drifted in after 4pm. Good Luck and be safe.
-
Welcome to the site schenkieboy
-
Fished from 3:30-5 yesterday. After a mile long walk out I got set up. Managed to go 15 for 20 on eyes. Action was fast and furious. Fished today from 3:30-5 and went 2 for 5 on eyes. Took the sled out this time. Ice was 12 inches where I was.
-
Fished from 3:30-5 yesterday. After a mile long walk out I got set up. Managed to go 15 for 20 on eyes. Action was fast and furious. Fished today from 3:30-5 and went 2 for 5 on eyes. Took the sled out this time. Ice was 12 inches where I was.
Good Work...can you give me the cords where you were? Much appreciated!!!😎
-
Sure. Sending them right over 😈
-
Fished from 3:30-5 yesterday. After a mile long walk out I got set up. Managed to go 15 for 20 on eyes. Action was fast and furious.
I would walk 2 miles for that many bites Bobby DeadEyez ! Awesome !
Did you even need to put bait on your Lure ? Must have been nuts out there.
-
DeadEyez nice job
-
Fished from 3:30-5 yesterday. After a mile long walk out I got set up. Managed to go 15 for 20 on eyes. Action was fast and furious. Fished today from 3:30-5 and went 2 for 5 on eyes. Took the sled out this time. Ice was 12 inches where I was.
Hey if you need A ride I might be about in the afternoons for the night bite after work in the shop. That or i'll just follow your footprints. :)
-
Nice going Mr 👍🏻
-
Sure. Sending them right over 😈
🤔
-
Well done Bobby. I think you should walk next time!
-
Does anybody know what I need to be legal to take my 4 wheeler on the lake? I'm from pennsylvania.
-
Does anybody know what I need to be legal to take my 4 wheeler on the lake? I'm from pennsylvania.
I would say a valid PA registration, insurance, helmet.
Solid tow bar is the law though I have never been ticketed for using a rope...
-
I would say a valid PA registration, insurance, helmet.
Solid tow bar is the law though I have never been ticketed for using a rope...
Rigid towbar is only required if towing people.
Here are the majority of the rules (https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/atvs-information-owners-and-operators) Your out of state registration is good in NY.
-
I would walk 2 miles for that many bites Bobby DeadEyez ! Awesome !
Did you even need to put bait on your Lure ? Must have been nuts out there.
Thanks guys! Steve good to see you on IS. Some of the eyes didn’t require bait while others wouldn’t touch it without bait
-
How much snow on oneida Lake I want to take a ATV out there ???
-
lovin this pic thingy.........same area as yesterday and slammed the eyes.....must have iced a couple dozen keepers and a slew of shorts....perch were not there like yesterday.....best eye bite I've had in years.....did see some wet spots out there....wheeler guys keep your eyes peeled
(https://s17.postimg.cc/6jvdrzwnf/20180109_145128.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6jvdrzwnf/)
-
Wow. Nice job, Scout and DeadEyez. Sounds like a blast out there.
-
Wow. Nice job, Scout and DeadEyez. Sounds like a blast out there.
when you find em it is Chow
-
Well done again Scout.
-
when you find em it is Chow
Way to stay on them bud!! you mind giving up your hotspot cords?? 🤔 Deadeyez stiffed me with his hotspot cords!!😁
-
Fished the eastern side of Lewis pt from 8 to 3 . One keeper eye with some shorts and a few nicE perch. Overall tough day had to work for the ones I got 25 - 30 fow. Need scout57 to teach me his ways .
-
Way to stay on them bud!! you mind giving up your hotspot cords?? 🤔 Deadeyez stiffed me with his hotspot cords!!😁
And you got stiffed for coffee 😜
-
Another good day at williams. The snow was the same but the wind made the walk a bit chilly. No slush and snow was 2-6 depending on the drifts.
-
Thanks guys! Steve good to see you on IS. Some of the eyes didn’t require bait while others wouldn’t touch it without bait
Great hot bite when you don't need to tip most winter lures with bait...again great job.
Awesome job today Scout...I thought I did good until I saw your post !
-
And you got stiffed for coffee 😜
I get no respect!!🤪
-
lovin this pic thingy.........same area as yesterday and slammed the eyes.....must have iced a couple dozen keepers and a slew of shorts....perch were not there like yesterday.....best eye bite I've had in years.....did see some wet spots out there....wheeler guys keep your eyes peeled
(https://s17.postimg.cc/6jvdrzwnf/20180109_145128.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6jvdrzwnf/)
Good job Scout!
-
cords are on the way Larry.......of course you might end up at cazenovia lake.....lol........ju st on a pretty good hot streak right now......makes up for all those smelly skunky days......being retired really helps.......thanks guys
-
Lol! Hope you stay on them!!😎
-
Hey guys could someone give me info if you could get an atv out of apps or Godfrey? I don’t have chains but wondering if it’s worth taking
-
Hey guys could someone give me info if you could get an atv out of apps or Godfrey? I don’t have chains but wondering if it’s worth taking
I would say yes, we were out on sunday not much snow on the ice just areas of jagged ice to navigate through. there were machines all over the lake
-
Appreciate it billybob
-
Well this has nothing to do with fishing but it's a pretty cool pic from my new Spypoint Cell camera
(https://s17.postimg.cc/aecq0dpkb/IMG_2476.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/aecq0dpkb/)
-
Great pic moosefeet. How do you like the Spypoint cam?
I have one and it took some trial and error to get it working. The batteries blew up in the first one and they replaced it. The new one has been rock solid after I got it working initially.
-
These were the first pics I got it seems pretty simple to use. I have 3 others not cellular but they work well.
-
What condition do you think the ice will be Saturday with the warm temps and possible snow coming. Wanna know if worth a 2 hour drive up.
-
The ice isn't going anywhere rain is gonna smooth it out if the snow misses we are gonna really build ice next week
-
X2 on what PP said.
-
I haven't heard anything on the conditions at Taft this season, anyone been out on that part of lake ?
-
back down to earth today..........sunrise to sunset.......iced 4 keeper eyes and a zillion shorts.......a few decent perch......marked fish all day but was hard gettin em to commit....long day to say the least......BEAUTIFUL day out there today
(https://s17.postimg.cc/amnbtujij/20180110_153341.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/amnbtujij/)
-
Looks like a great day to me. Nice batch of fish!
We'll have to get out together.
-
Also fished today out of Jewel. No keeper eyes but 5 shorts and enough perch to get a couple meals. Very light bite and lots of fish staring at the presentation. Beautiful day to be out.
-
My daughter convinced me to head back to Williams's Beach again today. Snow and ice conditions were the same but with the wind up it was brisk. Several folks bucket sitting and moving. The bite was slow and size was small. Shanties were spread out as each hunted for some decent fish. Got several similar reports from others we encountered. The big disappointment was that we left our auger leaning against the post in the park and someone decided they needed it more then us. Thanks to the guys who lent us the open holes !
-
Looks like a couple of fish fries Scout! Tough luck with the auger crappy, if it ain't nailed down it will grow legs!
-
Anyone fish after the sun goes down? Obviously being careful of snowmobiles with proper lighting. Just wondering if the bite dies down at dark? Thinking of staying a few hours after to see what happens.
-
I haven't heard anything on the conditions at Taft this season, anyone been out on that part of lake ?
Went out of Taft on Sunday. 10 inches out to buoy 128
-
128 perfect ill be there in the AM
-
Congrats Scout, you are on a roll! I need to get me retired so I can get out.
-
Fished this afternoon until sunset on South East end. Slow but picked up as sun lowered and wind died down. Got a limit and released 5. Dropped 2 heaviest fish on the fight. Nice day.
(https://s13.postimg.cc/43b1kkfz7/20180110_202058.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/43b1kkfz7/)
-
Anyone fish after the sun goes down? Obviously being careful of snowmobiles with proper lighting. Just wondering if the bite dies down at dark? Thinking of staying a few hours after to see what happens.
I’ve posted this before but this year has been the first that I’ve done well after dark on Oneida. Still a flurry at dusk and then they hunker down close to the bottom after dark but you can pick at them.
-
Nice fish Scout and Bigbuck
-
Went out of Lewis yesterday to several spots 23 -30 fow. Spotty action early and again late in the afternoon. Brought home 3 small keepers and a few nice perch between 2 of us. Ice solid in and out and drag easy with a Smitty sled. Beautiful day to be out.
-
saw Bridgeport FD heading down to the south shore state launch......5 vehicles with trailers parked there....hope nothing bad happened.....didn't talk to them
-
News channel 9 posted something saying guy was trapped on ice off of shackleton point.. maybe crack opened up with this warm up?
-
Cleveland appears to be involved as well.
Hopefully everyone gets off safely.
-
Nice Fish
-
All is well he’s safe and equipment dragged in , caught iton the noon news , didn’t say if it was a gas hole or a week crack
-
That is good news. Thanks Fred!
-
I'm not looking for GPS coordinates, but a little help. If you had 1 afternoon only for the entire season to take your 3 sons fishing on Oneida (I hope for more but you never know), where would you park and how deep of water would you fish? Kids will target perch, I will target eyes. I have a machine and all the gear, just lacking free time these days. I won't be able to jump around and chase fish as I will surely be busy baiting hooks, passing out snacks, unhooking gloves from lures, checking heater, reminding kids to keep hands out of minnow bucket and holes, etc...... if you had 1 afternoon, where would you park and how deep would you fish? I can take the adventure from there.
-
I'm no expert on Oneida but I would head for Sylvan Beach in your scenario. Check in with a local bait shot and find out current conditions on ice and fishing. Not a lot of structure at the beach so you can pick a spot and stay there without scouting out other areas. Look for the huts, usually 20 feet of water minimum. Hope thats a start.
-
Making long ride mid morning to hopefully fish the evening and stay till Sunday Also bringing my quad. So my concern is should I even come down ? Conditions have me nervous so any suggestions from the guys and gals would much be appreciated.Thanks
-
anyone know how the north shore looks after the warm up??
-
Welcome to the site Mjnoff 21
-
Good afternoon folks, I'm hoping to get some info from some of you guys that fish Oneida a lot.
Some friends and I will be coming up to fish the lake for Walleye and Perch February 7,8,9,10 we'll be staying in the Angler's Bay Cottages in Cleveland and fishing the Eastern end of the lake.
The questions I have are...
What do we need to do to be able to legally use ATVs to access the lake?
How many lines can each man have in the water in NY?
What "must have" lures and baits do you suggest and in what colors and sizes do you find them to be most productive?
Any other information, advice, or tips you feel would be helpful would be very much appreciated as well.
Please feel free to PM me with anything you don't want to put up on the board, and thanks in advance for any help you can give.
We are looking forward to fishing this lake, and maybe getting to meet some of you!
-
I was out off of North shore today fishing 2 to 3 miles out first mile ice is still a little bumpy but getting better as it warms couple good cracks to cross had to go 1/4 mile to get over one but found a safe solid crossing crack has some good sized shoved up ice out there so be careful traveling I would spud cracks before crossing
-
I'm not looking for GPS coordinates, but a little help. If you had 1 afternoon only for the entire season to take your 3 sons fishing on Oneida (I hope for more but you never know), where would you park and how deep of water would you fish? Kids will target perch, I will target eyes. I have a machine and all the gear, just lacking free time these days. I won't be able to jump around and chase fish as I will surely be busy baiting hooks, passing out snacks, unhooking gloves from lures, checking heater, reminding kids to keep hands out of minnow bucket and holes, etc...... if you had 1 afternoon, where would you park and how deep would you fish? I can take the adventure from there. we had a good day wed and great day today at williams beach, not sure if you have navionics or something like it. but if you leave williams and take a heading from 0 to 20 degrees you will hit good water ,if your going early 630 7ish head out about .06 mi to 18 ft ,good for walleyes and perch.if you go out few hundred yards of shore into the 16 ft range you will run into lots of perch to keep them kids busy.you can run into some eyes in there also. we have had good luck with jigging raps tipped with minnows ,the perch colors have been the best the last couple days,we took more walleyes with whole minnows and many more perch with just the head or tail of the minnow. ill probably get scolded for giving good intel .LOL but that has always been good areas for many. and good luck.
-
My daughter convinced me to head back to Williams's Beach again today. Snow and ice conditions were the same but with the wind up it was brisk. Several folks bucket sitting and moving. The bite was slow and size was small. Shanties were spread out as each hunted for some decent fish. Got several similar reports from others we encountered. The big disappointment was that we left our auger leaning against the post in the park and someone decided they needed it more then us. Thanks to the guys who lent us the open holes !
[/
quote] sorry about the auger, we talked to you when we were leaving, i hope you and your daughter did better in the holes we left, we went out today and it was great in the morning but slowed in the afternoon ,but the big walleyes were out for short time in the am .
-
They moved us into the 10-15" range for snow tonight and tomorrow. That should take care of the bumps out there at least. No more ice making for a while though.
-
They moved us into the 10-15" range for snow tonight and tomorrow. That should take care of the bumps out there at least. No more ice making for a while though.
hope it flash freezes quickly before the heavy snow starts.....shorelines might be a little screwy with all this runoff and the lake rising
-
Avoid the creeks, with all this rain they get under cut causing thin ice a considerable ways out, guys on wheelers take a spud to check before crossing pressure cracks they can be deceiving , play hard and play safe
And to let guys know the men in green are watching , I got checked out which I don’t have an issue with , so make sure all is in order , I’m glad to see them checking , and don’t forget they read our reports 👍🏻🎣
-
They moved us into the 10-15" range for snow tonight and tomorrow. That should take care of the bumps out there at least. No more ice making for a while though.
And no more 4 wheelers if that happens. I should have picked up that sled last week.
It already looks smoothed out from the rain in front of me right now too. A lot of that jagged chunk ice appears to be gone and this area had some of the worst. Now it's a crap shoot with all the water on the ice, cold temps coming, mixed precip turning to snow. Should be interesting.
-
Got home late last night from a day trip up to Oneida. Fished south shore and had a slow day walking. Some Small white perch and stripers ....some short walleyes and finally a good sized keeper very late, a gift from heaven.
Headed home with my tail between my legs. Hoping for better action next week.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/lvskycvhh/0111181919.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/lvskycvhh/)
-
Engalls performace
Has 1 tundra left as of 2 weeks ago I’m sure some one might get a nice deal
-
Anybody have any insight if onieda is gonna be in decent shape come tomorrow ?
-
Well now. I just took the spud and walked out 100 yards or so. Yard is flooded, basement is flooded, lake has a good 6"of water on top out a couple of hundred feet with more pouring on by the minute. The chunk ice is beat down but still making quite a barrier. This is going to be interesting.
The upside is I still saw 12"+ of ice everywhere. But with the weight of the water, wind coming and the cracks we already have it's still going to be dicey. Especially with snow on top. Be careful out there tomorrow.
-
Sorry about the basement Chowdaire.
Thanks for the conditions update, looking to get back up there Sunday or Monday.
-
The weather is nuts, close to 60 now and going down to 10 tonight, WOW!
-
Went up to the lake yesterday afternoon fishing for the first time on the north shore. My buddy caught about 12 shorts and a perch and I got about 6 shorts. So this morning we moved to the south shore later in the morning and marked a bunch but i only got one eye with a couple perch and my buddy caught a few shorts and perch or two. Only fished 2 hours. Had a blast and thanks everyone on here for the help and enjoyment of reading the posts keep the pictures coming!!!
(https://s14.postimg.cc/ycce42gd9/0112181209b_Film1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ycce42gd9/)
-
Any die hards going to try and fish tomorrow?
-
Not sure I'm considered a die hard, but I'm going. Gonna try out of williams. Gonna get there extra early, but not venturing out until light. I have a sled. Imagine with snow pull is gonna suck
-
Can someone let me know if parking lot across from Williams is ok to park in? Do I need to pay someone? C a lot of people parking there, just have no clue! I have a trailer and sled and would hate to take up spots at Williams if I can park across street. I will pay! Please help!
-
Anyone know if camping is allowed off season at Verona Beach State park? Hoping to make a long weekend of it next weekend. Also hoping to find perch around there...
-
the lot across the street is intended for trailers and overflow cars and trucks
your good to go
STAY SAFE AND FISH HARD WATER
-
How much snow u guys getting ?
-
How much snow u guys getting ?
A lot, maybe like A foot in some spots, heavy snow too.
-
I live 30 min north of Oneida lake and I have between 8-10” of that nasty white stuff ,
-
the snow is hard to say here in volney dtifts are deep my bet 10 to 12 fillet i got my new shanty set up out in the shed lol ..... i'll get my use out of it one way or the other
-
snowing to beat the band here on the south shore.......I would say at least 8-10"......and heavy as hell......all = a not so user friendly lake......use your heads out there fellers
-
🤬🤯 that figures , if my map is right looks like It will end about 1:00 🤞
-
i live about 1.5 miles north of the lake in Constantia we have about 10" here.
-
8” here in NB. Real fine and still coming down but a lot slower.
-
I'm on south shore, mid lake, we got about 10" here. Still some wet spots near shore on the lake. Use a spud getting on or near any cracks
-
Any idea how much slush there is or going to be? Pretty sure it gonna suck dragging snotty sled or not!
-
Anyone make the venture out? Thinking about hitting the grassy shoal area tomorrow after a day of cold temps to tighten things back up
-
Any idea how much slush there is or going to be? Pretty sure it gonna suck dragging snotty sled or not!
Where I am, near shore 6” of Water with 8” snow dumped in it? Not pretty, I’m guessing.
Past the debris field on the main ice didn’t have too much water yesterday so I’m hoping that’s just straight snow which is very fine and icy but not wet.
All just speculation until I get out there though.
-
Update to my above post. Just ran the wheeler out to the crack running E/W at about the 20fow mark.
Shoreline slush is deep but not too long. I made it thru fine in 4L with chains on the back. Debris field is much easier. I was able to cross in 4 different spots where I had to smash one path before to get back and forth. Lake is smoothed our past the debris with a lot of shards left so I’d be careful with speed. The crack is a problem. I spudded across it in a few spots but in all of them the inside sheet was shoved under the outside sheet leaving 18”+ of slush at the edge of the sheet. Wet to cross by foot but a no go with the wheeler. I tried, but basically hit a wall at the outside sheet. Was able to jump off and back it out but it’s prettt dangerous and not crossable in my area with a machine unless you bring planks.
That is all. Play safe!
-
Thanks for the detailed report Chow! 👍🏼
-
Chow , the big crack that u speak of is it near Lewis point. I have three buddy’s of mine fishing there today , they said lake is covered with snow , also could they make it to rock pile. Tight lines be safe guys
-
No. I'm on the North shore. On the East end we have big cracks going east-west off the north and south shores. I haven't crossed the south shore crack in a couple of weeks so no info on it.
-
Thank u chow good luck too u fishing , thanks for the info, this sight is really good
-
I'm fishing north shore this morning out of Apps, machines are out, little slush under the snow but not too bad on a wheeler, ice is a solid 11", lots of lookers so far but that's it
-
Fished out of Williams (SE of islands) for a short time before church this morning, 17 FOW, marked lots of fish, two nice perch on blue and white Genz worm tipped with a buckeye, 12" of ice and machines all over, shoreline has a small slush pocket, but I'm assuming that will be frozen solid after today, ice was popping
-
Fished out of Williams (SE of islands) for a short time before church this morning, 17 FOW, marked lots of fish, two nice perch on blue and white Genz worm tipped with a buckeye, 12" of ice and machines all over, shoreline has a small slush pocket, but I'm assuming that will be frozen solid after today, ice was popping
Mostly sleds out there, but I did see one wheeler and he seemed to be going along just fine
-
the snow is hard to say here in volney dtifts are deep my bet 10 to 12 fillet i got my new shanty set up out in the shed lol ..... i'll get my use out of it one way or the other
Yo Trap,
What is your new shanty? Did you finish your smitty? That will make it an easier drag for a young feller like you :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
-
wanted something light and cheap so i got a frabil recon from herb p's down in oswego on sale i got the smitty ready! waiting for a trail now boggey give mea text so i can add you to my contacts i got my phone broken and wet so new phone same number
-
went out south shore west of chapman ice was good no slush bite was a no go.....
-
way that lake was on fire before ice ya would think they would be pounding.....
-
Oneida 1, walking or riding?
-
fished williams park this morning.........cold as hell...slow.....ice was fine except for a little watery area near shore......sled was fine.....saw wheelers out also and didn't appear to have trouble.......8 perch....didn't mark many fish at all
-
Thinking about going out Monday morning out of Apps.
Can anyone tell me how will the walk be?
-
Oneida 1, walking or riding?
riding sled
-
Thinking about going out Monday morning out of Apps.
Can anyone tell me how will the walk be?
didnt go near apps but i think the walk is doable but rough about 6in of snow with little drifts
-
Thanks Oneida1
-
I went out of Lewis Point yesterday. Snow was crazy in the morning. Drag sucked considering I was cautious and left my sled at home. I won't make that mistake again. Slush was a pain out about 100 feet from shore. Went out to the East to 22 FOW. Marked quite a few. Caught 5 shorts. My buddy caught a nice Walleye and a beauty Perch. Great to get out, can't Waite to do it again.
-
Slush tightened up enough on the north shore today that it held my wheeler.
I’m still waiting for Snagger to get back on here and dump a week’s worth of pics on us but in the meantime here’s a big girl that went back to do her thing in the spring.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/jn71vhfs5/9_B94_CF09-_F4_AD-4731-9_FAB-16_C0_DCA230_DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/jn71vhfs5/)
-
As always, we made the best of it last February, when we lost the ice, we put my boat in, heres a couple shots from February 27th.
(https://i.imgur.com/MVn7uJzh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/jDv7vpWh.jpg)
What did you guys do, say, "take my pic with these walleyes, then i will hand them to you and i will take your pic with them!" Lmfao.....
-
Now eye chow! Sounds like the bite was on.
-
Nice one Chowdaire!
-
Fished out of Williams today, moved everywhere, mraked fish at all spots but very finicky on the bite. Several perch and 1 short walleye between 4 guys.
A little help understanding Lady O......when we walked on, no issues at shore, when we walked off, there was knee deep water on top of the ice. Where does that much water come from on a day that didn't get above 12 degrees? Ice and snow too heavy and push up along the edge?
-
Drove up tonight with the kids to give it a try in the morning. Tried last week off Lewis and didn’t do to well. Hopefully tomorrow is the day.
-
Everyone using the access can degrade the ice in that area
-
Went out yesterday morning. Picked up 3 keepers and a couple shorts in 45 min. Then it went dead. Marking lots of fish and they wanted to play but would not commit. Picked up another keeper around 10:30 then decided to make a move to a spot I do ok at for perch. Gave it a hour and nothing. Next weekend we do it again. Weather looks like it should be comfortable to fish.
-
a somewhat late request - Was out at Verona Beach park Friday and on the return (11ish AM), I inadvertently dropped my Strikemaster laser around the parking lot. If anyone found it, I would appreciate a response to [email protected]. I will pay for its return. Thanks very much.
-
Nice fish guys ,
I wish you luck Kawz
-
Any word on atv's out of chapman. Last week before the rain was getting a little rough going up and down the hill. Plus, can we cross the break yet out at 28 feet? Want to get to 40 or so with wheeler. If not Chapman maybe south shore launch? Thanks in advance.
-
has anyone been to big bay since friday i was there water was gushing out from the pipe like a major river ice was fine when got out on it but had to walk 20-30 right of pipe to get on without walking in water on ice tys for info .................
-
Fished out of Williams again this morning, short trip since my seven-year-old got cold feet, managed a handful of keeper perch, dumped a couple nice ones at the hole and threw some back, perch Kastmaster tipped with spikes in 18 FOW did it today, slush near shoreline froze solid...looks sketchy at first glance but machines were making it across without breaking through the crust like yesterday
-
Nice fish!
-
Fished Lewis on Saturday and did well.Between two of us we caught around 60 eyes and only 3 keepers all day.A lot were close but no cigar. Did Chapman on Sunday and got stuck on the bottom of the hill with my quad,water and slush.A big thanks to the two guys who helped us who were on their way out. Fished a few hours and caught nothing.So when I came back in and getting close to that slush I put the pedal to the metal and got through no problem.
-
has anyone been to big bay since friday i was there water was gushing out from the pipe like a major river ice was fine when got out on it but had to walk 20-30 right of pipe to get on without walking in water on ice tys for info .................
just drove by there and was shocked to not see 1 soul out there.........that tells me something, what I don't know
-
went out of Lewis this morning.....getting on was a breeze........3 keepers and 8 jumbos and a few shorts.......not a bad day......
-
If you were looking to drive 2 hours to fish Oneida for the first time alone in an attempt to catch you first hardwater walleye where would you launch from? It would be on foot with a hub Shanty and fishing gear...
-
Walked out at sunrise from Williams Beach, released 3 of the 5 perch caught. Slow bite but caught a respectable 12" perch. Tomorrow will seem like a walk in the park with a slight warm up in the forecast. Ice is 6" and easy walking.
-
If you were looking to drive 2 hours to fish Oneida for the first time alone in an attempt to catch you first hardwater walleye where would you launch from? It would be on foot with a hub Shanty and fishing gear...
I have a 2 hour drive myself anytime I head to Oneida so I'm no local either. I had some luck last week walking out of Lewis Pt. My best advice is to contact one of the local bait shops for current info on conditions and fishing reports. I'm familiar with East Shore Bait and Tackle in Sylvan Beach and App's out of Cleveland on the north shore. Good luck.
-
I have a 2 hour drive myself anytime I head to Oneida so I'm no local either. I had some luck last week walking out of Lewis Pt. My best advice is to contact one of the local bait shops for current info on conditions and fishing reports. I'm familiar with East Shore Bait and Tackle in Sylvan Beach and App's out of Cleveland on the north shore. Good luck.
Will do, thanks for the info
-
Can anyone give a report out of Constantia for walking
-
Good day on oneida today lots of lookers me and my son managed 4 had a good time
(https://s13.postimg.cc/gxzs8plc3/20180115_115452.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/gxzs8plc3/)
-
Will do, thanks for the info
North Bay, Lewis Point or Shackelton Shoals for walleye, SE of the main islands if you're into perch
-
North Bay, Lewis Point or Shackelton Shoals for walleye, SE of the main islands if you're into perch
Much appreciated, thanks!
-
Tried to launch at Chapman and got eaten by the slush Saturday morning for three hours. Oh yea, and a sled works better with the parking break off. Just sayin. ::) Dried off then hit Lewis for the afternoon. Got perch and eyes on Swedish Pimples and Moonshine jigging raps. Tipped with minnows or perch eyes. Lesson two, slush and snowmobile tracks are not friends. Get that stuff out of there in a hurry or you are going no where. Sunday started with a bang. Literally. I left my 20# tank hooked up to the Buddy Heater like I always do. Opened cover off the clam shelter and smelled gas. Huh. Just leaned right in and pushed the start button on the heater as I thought to myself, I smell gas. BLUE flame engulfs me in a large fire ball! Lesson three, turn off tank when not in use. That's ok. My friend's heater flashed while he had it on his lap! That will get your attention. Same lures produced for us all day. Jig jig jig, repeat. Best lure of the day? A small black hair jig I use for steelhead tipped with a minnow. Got my biggest eye on it. I used to use a black and white hair jig with a red head when I fished Onieda as a kid. Brought back memories. Madison Bistro Farm to Table Restaurant in Wampsville has a slammin burger. Smoked brisket was good as well. Highly recommend it. A great weekend with friends.
-
Nice report "Z" glad you lived to tell it. Nice detail on lures will help when I am up there. Thanks
-
Holy Cow Zad, you better take up Golf! It doesn't involve Sleds, Slush or Propane. Your lucky that the tank didn't catch fire!!
-
Tried to launch at Chapman and got eaten by the slush Saturday morning for three hours. Oh yea, and a sled works better with the parking break off. Just sayin. ::) Dried off then hit Lewis for the afternoon. Got perch and eyes on Swedish Pimples and Moonshine jigging raps. Tipped with minnows or perch eyes. Lesson two, slush and snowmobile tracks are not friends. Get that stuff out of there in a hurry or you are going no where. Sunday started with a bang. Literally. I left my 20# tank hooked up to the Buddy Heater like I always do. Opened cover off the clam shelter and smelled gas. Huh. Just leaned right in and pushed the start button on the heater as I thought to myself, I smell gas. BLUE flame engulfs me in a large fire ball! Lesson three, turn off tank when not in use. That's ok. My friend's heater flashed while he had it on his lap! That will get your attention. Same lures produced for us all day. Jig jig jig, repeat. Best lure of the day? A small black hair jig I use for steelhead tipped with a minnow. Got my biggest eye on it. I used to use a black and white hair jig with a red head when I fished Onieda as a kid. Brought back memories. Madison Bistro Farm to Table Restaurant in Wampsville has a slammin burger. Smoked brisket was good as well. Highly recommend it. A great weekend with friends.
[/quote oh my gosh. Great report. Glad you ate okay and that i'm not the only clumsy fisher out there...
-
Just a quick question before I take the two hour drive tomorrow to Oneida. Is the launch on Bush Road accessible this time of the year to access the lake near Shackleton?
-
Just a quick question before I take the two hour drive tomorrow to Oneida. Is the launch on Bush Road accessible this time of the year to access the lake near Shackleton?
That is the south shore State boat launch. It should be open.
-
Got out for the last couple hours before dark this evening. The drag was better than I thought it would be. Got out to about 23 feet of water. Ended up with 3 keeper eyes and one lonely perch. Dumped a few more and lost one beauty of an eye at the hole! Marked quite a few fish while time I was there. Water was stained but not chocolate milk. Got lucky tonight and sat right on top of them for the short time I was out there.
-
Good deal Bobby.
-
Nice! Sounds like a fun couple of hours.
-
Good work Snoop! :afro: :afro:
-
Thank you Reeleyz. Good to go for tomorrow
-
Well Done bobby
-
Thanks guys. Trying to get my clutch fixed on my sled so I can get around a little better. Looks like a lot of that rough ice has smoothed out from the last thaw
-
:thumbsup: :icefish: Nice little fishing trip Bobbby DeadEyez
hate when a big one gets away grrrrrrr :'(
-
Hello guys, Im looking to take my wife and 10 year old nephew on saturday. Just wondering the best lot to park with trailer to get on east end of shackelton. usually park at chapman but wasnt sure what the cracks and ridges are like this year. Doesnt matter if north or south shore. Also What is ice thickness like out there? We went out of taft 2 weeks ago and had 14 inches just want safe for them. Thanks for your help
-
South shore state launch has lots of room,,,,,, ice is about the same
-
South shore state launch has lots of room,,,,,, ice is about the same
thank you
-
How’s the slush and snow situation around the n. Shore ? Any wheelers getting around ok?
-
Was in Johnson bay / 3 mile area 18 ft on a sled no slush in those two bays I was riding close to shore to, did see one wheeler out there no problem, ice is 12 inches every where I drilled, saw one guy by bank Constantia! 3 jewell looked good there for walkin to fishin was slow!
-
Thanks guys. Trying to get my clutch fixed on my sled so I can get around a little better. Looks like a lot of that rough ice has smoothed out from the last thaw
Night and day difference from 2 weeks ago to this past weekend
-
Thinking about trying Onieda this weekend for the first time. Been fishing Sodus but I want something different. Going to have to get bait at the East end in Sylvan. I wondering if anyone has any info on if they think the Lewis Point or North Side would be better fishing ?? Access and safe ice out too 25 ' ???? Any help would be appreciated.
-
Brought the Smitty last weekend. Will I need it again this weekend? Thanks and tight lines all.
-
Brought the Smitty last weekend. Will I need it again this weekend? Thanks and tight lines all.
I would say yes. This snow that's on here isn't going anywhere unless we get a lot of wind or a nice melt.
-
Thinking about trying Onieda this weekend for the first time. Been fishing Sodus but I want something different. Going to have to get bait at the East end in Sylvan. I wondering if anyone has any info on if they think the Lewis Point or North Side would be better fishing ?? Access and safe ice out too 25 ' ???? Any help would be appreciated.
Ice was a good 8-12 inches over 35-40 ft. out of Chapman last weekend, and we haven't had any conditions that would make me think the ice has done anything but grown since then. Caught a mix of eyes and really nice perch. A buddy of mine caught some burbot as well there. half a minnow and a pimple or jigging rap. Shackleton, Lewis, or Sylvan your likely to get into them pretty good.
-
Just an FYI I thought maybe some locals on here would be interested to know that there is a BANFF Mountain Film Festival coming to North Syracuse which I thought was pretty exciting. It'll be nice to not have to drive to Rochester this year for it!
-
If you're at BIG BAY and lost a blue pair of scott gloves, I put it on the mail boxes at the access trail head by the bar.
-
Is the access atBB doable? Heard it was a gusher coming out of the drain!!thx.
-
Finally had a great day on Oneida, limit of eyes and some perch mixed in. Fishing 32 fow on the north shore. Someone on here PM me a tip that I decided to try after my usual go to didn't produce and that made the difference today ....
(https://s18.postimg.cc/cwbrizo11/20180119_121722.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/cwbrizo11/)
-
Brought the Smitty last weekend. Will I need it again this weekend? Thanks and tight lines all.
When I’m walking I always bring mine,
I was out yesterday and it was windy , And the snow really didn’t move much , but the warmer temps will help it settle , then some cooler temps might tighten it up and make for easier walking at least for us old codgers 😉
-
(https://s17.postimg.cc/txnsgnr57/20180119_112913_1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/txnsgnr57/)
19 inch walleye, 7 1/2 inch shad down its throat! Just saw the tips of its tail, pulled it out with forceps. Hungry sucker.
-
Fished from 7:30 to 3 off Lewis point. Between 2 of us we caught 50 walleye with 5 keepers. Fishing 30ft of water just off bottom. Lost my buddy heater on the way out but other than that it was a great day to be out.
-
Hey ya'll. I don't get a chance to fish the big O very often (2+hr drive for me) so when I do its a treat. ive made 2 trips this year 1)Williams 2)taft...besides a few perch...nothing.. been throwing jigging raps, slender spoons and lipless crankbaits at them....all for not...I get a chance to go back out again tomorrow.. and im torn between godfrey and literally anywhere else on the north shore... I don't have a machine so I cant quite get to shackelton sholes or any of the other common places....what do you guys think? also, the few times ive been there I got there a few hours before sunrise, is dark a productive time in this lake?
-
well most of my fish had lock jaw marked them but very few takers
-
Is apps landing public parking? or are you better off parking at the dec launch on Godfrey point? any info would be much appreciated.
-
Apps is public not very big tho, we have gotten some eyes out of Godfrey before and not a long walk either
-
Rick at Apps told us that you can also park at Villas Market next door with no issues
-
Apps is public not very big tho, we have gotten some eyes out of Godfrey before and not a long walk either
good news. Im new to this lake so I don't want to step on anyones toes...
-
What time does apps open on Sunday's?
-
Where's waaasuuup?
-
What time does apps open on Sunday's?
6:00am
-
Went off North shore yesterday perch flurries where crazy lost two more eyes at the whole and dumped 5 or 6 on the way up
(https://s9.postimg.cc/6nxbapi6j/20060.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6nxbapi6j/)
-
(https://s9.postimg.cc/uro2z2l8r/20024.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/uro2z2l8r/)
-
Nice fish PP ,
-
pp nice job man
-
Ok so I'm out in front of vellas grocery in 25-30 foot range had some lookers but can not get a bite tried perch colored rap lipless jigging crank now a rattle pimple thing next a gold flutter spoon are these all the wrong jigs for this lake and apps gave me fat heads are they good to use here any help would be greatfully appreciated
-
Ok so I'm out in front of vellas grocery in 25-30 foot range had some lookers but can not get a bite tried perch colored rap lipless jigging crank now a rattle pimple thing next a gold flutter spoon are these all the wrong jigs for this lake and apps gave me fat heads are they good to use here any help would be greatfully appreciated
#5 perch rap is good most of the time. I know guys that prefer fatheads over buckeyes even on Oneida.
Some days are tough and some days you need to move.
Looks like a zoo off of Cleveland today. That probably doesn't help when the circus is in town...
-
Ty appreciate the info I'm def not near the zoo for that reason just wasn't sure if it was the wrong depth or what def seeing a lot on the vex and get them too come up anywheres from 2-4 ft off bottom and sit there and look
-
If you can get to the edge of a drop off I've found it productive. Try the top and bottom edge.
-
I also brought along a couple Oneida virgins from work pretty sure they are hooked now
(https://s10.postimg.cc/qjmkn5eph/0119181420c.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qjmkn5eph/)
(https://s10.postimg.cc/d2pm49wo5/0119181421.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/d2pm49wo5/)
-
Well I am glad it’s a big lake 😉 wait and see how big the cities get tomorrow 🤓
-
Man pimple I'm a virgin too lol those are some nice eyes I'm not sure how to post pics but I change up my jigging cadence and got an 18"
-
When you hit reply look down bottom left corner click on it and your on your way , take a couple practice pics 👍🏻
-
Ty appreciate the info I'm def not near the zoo for that reason just wasn't sure if it was the wrong depth or what def seeing a lot on the vex and get them too come up anywheres from 2-4 ft off bottom and sit there and look
Try down sizing. When I can't get them to hit I go small, sometimes it works.
-
6:00am
Thanks filet
-
same old story can find the fish but very tough to get them to bite
-
same old story can find the fish but very tough to get them to bite
got some nice eyes on my waypoints marked for perch out from lakeport oneida1.....perch in numbers are hard to come by so far for me out there.....only been twice out of here though
-
fished off of Godfrey this morning 3am-noonish..FINALLY found some waldos..95% were 10in lol..but I did lock into one FAT 19incher (female). She hit a small heavy shiner colored jiggin rap tipped with a fathead head.. the rest of the short came by way of variety of spoons.. 30 ft of water....Something really wierd happened..drilled a couple holes at the dropoff...14in of ice..went about 20 ft farther 2+ FOOT OF ICE...then 20 ft further right back to 14in of ice...I was stumped why there was one section with soooo much more ice then everywhere else.
-
Great day for me with eyes,got out just before noon and had 3 keepers in15 minutes and play catch and release for 3hrs steady
-
fished off of Godfrey this morning 3am-noonish..FINALLY found some waldos..95% were 10in lol..but I did lock into one FAT 19incher (female). She hit a small heavy shiner colored jiggin rap tipped with a fathead head.. the rest of the short came by way of variety of spoons.. 30 ft of water....Something really wierd happened..drilled a couple holes at the dropoff...14in of ice..went about 20 ft farther 2+ FOOT OF ICE...then 20 ft further right back to 14in of ice...I was stumped why there was one section with soooo much more ice then everywhere else.
Most likely over some shove ice so doubled the thickness.
-
Great pics and reports guys!! I made the walk out at 3:30 this afternoon and was set up by 4:00. The bite for eyes was silly. Lost count as the action was fast and furious. Lost a bunch on the way up to. Took home 3 nice eaters. Packed up and headed in at 5:00. Beautiful night to walk off the lake!
(https://s9.postimg.cc/iqoutg9sb/BB127_F8_A-82_B6-4_F6_E-9_BE6-11287_EF2701_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/iqoutg9sb/)
-
Nice job Bobby. It was a perfect evening on the ice.
Did a quick trip tonight with my oldest boy and brought my mom's pup along. I managed a limit of eaters while they played in the snow.
(https://s13.postimg.cc/4zwdpiw6b/IMG_4057.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4zwdpiw6b/)
(https://s13.postimg.cc/ao2ogffyb/IMG_4059.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ao2ogffyb/)
-
#5 perch rap is good most of the time. I know guys that prefer fatheads over buckeyes even on Oneida.
Some days are tough and some days you need to move.
Looks like a zoo off of Cleveland today. That probably doesn't help when the circus is in town...
Ya should've been at Lewis Pt😉 Sounds like most of the lures you used should work but you still need active fish and presentation.
-
Little warm up coming this week. For you guys and gals who fish Oneida, what are you thoughts for access this upcoming weekend? I don't forsee the foot of ice melting, but shore ice could be an issue. Making the trip to give it a shot for the weekend.
Thanks,
Henry
-
Awesome Bruce!! It was def a great day to be out yesterday. Saw quite a few little shanty towns out there!
-
Awesome Bruce!! It was def a great day to be out yesterday. Saw quite a few little shanty towns out there!
Thanks.
It looks like the good old days in Cleveland right now!
Quick trip this morning. My mom hasn't been on the ice in about 7 years. She kept me busy unhooking fish!
(https://s13.postimg.cc/mlmbuu9pv/IMG_4061.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mlmbuu9pv/)
-
Very nice catch and ty you the pointers yesterday gonna have to try it again but I came to Whitney point today take my frustrations out on the lips of some eyes here a buddy and are up to about 25 so far not one keeper only if the size limit was 17" I would be home snuggling already
-
CS - every one of those eyes came on a #5 perch rap with NO minnow.
-
Awesome just can't believe how many fish I was marking yesterday and only one short and one at eighteen maybe I was not presenting the way they wanted next time they won't know what hit them lol
-
Not very familiar with the lake but have friend who lives on the water in the westerly outskirts of Cleveland. I see it drops to 30’ fairly quickly from shore. Worth a try in that general area? Thanks
-
Had a good morning,a hand full of perch and 3 eyes. Had to work for them but would not like every day to be as easy as yesterday
-
East Shore BAIT .......did anyone else get BAIT there this morning... went in they immediately asked if I wanted bucks.....I said yes, she says all I have is large. I said okay I'll take 2 scoops. Bill came close to 15 dollars for maybe 30 minnows....the size was maybe an inch and half.....hardly large buckeyes. Anyone else deal with this? I think that's ridiculous. Will post pics soon.
-
Hit BB this AM.super slow,2 keepers and 2 dinks.released all.might have stayed a little longer if I didnt forget my jacket!!about 20 or 30 guys out.2 guys had about 20 keepers.but an easy walk and nice morning to be out.
-
Good weekend with my father and son.....my son got sick of watching me catch fish so he took my Vex away and chased the eyes himself
(https://s18.postimg.cc/u7qiu4vhx/20267.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/u7qiu4vhx/)
-
Last night was a beauty of a sunset
(https://s18.postimg.cc/9c48io9it/0120181647.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/9c48io9it/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/f0aj9jj05/0121180832.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/f0aj9jj05/)
-
Good stuff PP!
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/tttlm5pct/20180121_180607.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/tttlm5pct/)
Same hunting grounds as before. Grabed a limit at around 9 then moved to deeper water for perch. Silver & blue rap for the eye's & gold kastmaster for the perch. The eyes we're hit the spoon as well. The bite shut down around 2pm for me. 2 trips 2 limits... not too shabby.
-
went out a lil after noon 6 perch then moved to an eye spot and crushed them had my 3 by 315 and then just cr was an epic eye bite
-
The lake sure is fun right now,hope it keeps up.
-
3 from yesterday
-
Sorry pics didn’t work, after a hr of trying
-
us another browser, like firefox
-
Hey Diehards. Need some help. Fished out of Godfrey today and my Brother in Law who started his day out well catching his first eye through the ice, had it not end so great. His sled broke down on his way across the lake. Does anyone know of someone that can help get it a mile or so to the launch at Godfrey, or do a repair on the ice? The 4+ mile walk was a bear and he could use some help. Thanks to anyone with advice.
-
Finally made it out and it was worth the wait. Easily over 30 eyes, just non stop action! Ice looked great, snow was about 4 inches with some slush in spots. Couldn't get away from the eyes to get on the perch but did manage a few and 1 giant.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/e2edesafv/2018_ice_fish.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/e2edesafv/)
-
Sorry just noticed
Team walleye did yo get the sled off the ice , if not try App’s 315-675-8334
They may have a number to call if not I will try and break away and try assist if I can
-
Nice job Eddie eyes sure seem to be on the menu this season ,and they are just the way we like them plump and dumb , not it’s time for the perch-n to begin , now if the perch will be a little slow witted like their cousins 😊
-
Nice job Eddie , eyes sure seem to be on the menu this season ,and they are just the way we like them plump and dumb , not it’s time for the perch-n to begin , now if the perch will be a little slow witted like their cousins 😊
I know right! The eyes are nice and fat too, even the shorts are stocky.
-
Hey Diehards. Need some help. Fished out of Godfrey today and my Brother in Law who started his day out well catching his first eye through the ice, had it not end so great. His sled broke down on his way across the lake. Does anyone know of someone that can help get it a mile or so to the launch at Godfrey, or do a repair on the ice? The 4+ mile walk was a bear and he could use some help. Thanks to anyone with advice.
I can give you a tow this afternoon if you still need help. Shoot me a PM if you do.
-
I know right! The eyes are nice and fat too, even the shorts are stocky.
Nice first trip DD...
-
Congrats all on a good bite
Bruce I can definitely get down this afternoon, Bruce send a pm I’m only 30 min away
-
Great job Eddy........ :thumbsup:
-
I got in on the action too.Fished 3 straight days : 2 afternoons and a morning on both the east shore and south....very good walleye bite. Fun Times.
3 limits of eater size walleyes , many throwbacks and lots of shorts. Perch were hard to find.
Walking and dragging equipment is getting tough on this old guy.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/5fatboi1n/1516570218486.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5fatboi1n/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/c718e0rgb/0121181634.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/c718e0rgb/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/906oujjwr/0110180900.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/906oujjwr/)
Great job by all of you guy's that scored...nice to see so many kids and families out there fishing.
-
Just ordered another Vex I am not having mine taken away from me ever agian....anyone out there besides me catching any female eyes all mine have been males so far at least the ones I have cleaned some are real fat look like hens but ended up males
-
Just ordered another Vex I am not having mine taken away from me ever agian....anyone out there besides me catching any female eyes all mine have been males so far at least the ones I have cleaned some are real fat look like hens but ended up males
I know some of my buds are getting females....but only males for me too PP.
-
anybody fish off Chapman Park? what's the parking situation and how's t he pull from there?
-
anybody fish off Chapman Park? what's the parking situation and how's t he pull from there?
Bring a smitty sled with you. There was a couple inches of snow with the occasional drift. As far as parking was I don't know I fish out of the north side.
-
chapman park has plenty of parking. The drag is not bad, after the rain today the drags should be a lot easier.
-
thanks guys, i don't fish Oneida very often - usually go to Cayuga and Sodus but didn't get a nibble on Cayuga last weekend and Sodus was a miss
how's the fishing off Chapman park? looks like this year has been great for Oneida - what have you guys been using for minnows?
-
Jig raps and buckeyes idk about Chapman
-
Dead sled. Thanks to all that offered help with the sled. He wound up going to Apps Mon morning and Rick is going to get him out. Thanks . That's why I always buy a lure as well as bait every time I go to Apps. Gotta help them stay around because they are there when needed. Also there are a lot more great folks out there. Also caught keepers with that rap.
-
Great to know there are guys out there anytime willing to help a fellow fisherman out that's what sportsmanship is all about to all the guys that offered help you deserve a pat on the back.....and Apps is the only place I go for bait and tackle hands down best shop on the lake
-
TW glad Rick was able to help you out
-
TW glad Rick was able to help you out
X2
-
Nice job on the eyes choo choo!
-
Maybe you remember Bruce their use to be a number to call for a tow soft or hard water , got a new phone lost the number maybe they no longer are in business
-
Mostly males,3 on the ice now that look to be males 10 perch. Bite has stopped
-
Just ordered another Vex I am not having mine taken away from me ever agian....anyone out there besides me catching any female eyes all mine have been males so far at least the ones I have cleaned some are real fat look like hens but ended up males
At least two out of the three I caught Friday were female as I noticed the eggs when I was cleaning them. The two I cleaned Sunday were males.
-
We've cleaned a dozen and 10 were males 2 females. PP, I bought a Lowrance Hook 5 Ice Machine so I could use it both soft and hard water and hate to say it but..... I'm starting to like it more than my Vex!
-
I love fishing with my vex, but the Hook 5 has Navionics+, so it gets to go if I'm scouting. Think I can tell fish size, and bottom composition better on the Lowrance too.
-
(https://s17.postimg.cc/trywlwghn/03_F7_E5_F6-8_C8_C-4_DDE-_AA3_F-_BADC49_B4995_C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/trywlwghn/)
Another great day on Oneida...We hit the north shore Sunday morning to find perfect conditions. The bite was consistent throughout the morning finishing with a nice mix of eyes and perch.
-
Nice job Eddie and Steve!! This bite is crazy so far this year. Well overdue!
Pounder,
I’ve been getting pretty good mix of male and female walleyes
-
nice fish everyone........been doing well myself all year.........lake is a real gem......fished this afternoon from noon to three......did ok with a dozen good perch......neighbor is happy ;D......it was getting really sloppy when I came in....made a mess of the shanty :'(.......might have to get the wheeler back out after tomorrow
-
Nice job Eddie and Steve!! This bite is crazy so far this year. Well overdue!
Pounder,
I’ve been getting pretty good mix of male and female walleyes
Thanks Bob! Sure has been. glad to have the work, but sure wouldn't mind a week of fishin every day lol.
-
Good work on the fish everyone. Glad to hear Rick helped a man in need of assistance... again! Great folks at Apps!!😎
-
Great job on all the walleye guys heard alot of good reports of walleye cooperating I decided to try for perch this weekend first time back out since receiving my new transducer. I took home 21 slobs Saturday ranged from 9 1/2" to biggest being just shy of 14" . Tossed back a bunch under 9" . It slowed to a crawl by 11ish but managed few more slobs before I left . Alot tougher bite Sunday I went back to same spot and managed 12 more slobs biggest being 13". No eyes at all which surprised me not even a short. And 2 slime darts one which was 25" I thought it was a really good eye coming up then he showed himself >:(
(https://s18.postimg.cc/fy9hj9nhx/IMAG1157.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/fy9hj9nhx/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/495hvb491/IMAG1158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/495hvb491/)
-
Maybe you remember Bruce their use to be a number to call for a tow soft or hard water , got a new phone lost the number maybe they no longer are in business
It sounds familiar but I don't have their number. I bet it is in here somewhere buried. ;D
-
i hate it when i see pics of walleyes that some people keep and i know that they are not legal size >:( i caught and released 45 walleyes on sunday that were not 15 inches
-
I know what you mean had one sunday it kept measuring either 14 7/8 or 15 no matter how many times I measured back in the hole he went
-
Thanks DeadEyez and reeleyz....great walleye bite this year. Been watching the posts on here this year and you 2 guy's along with scout chowd, moose and a bunch others have been on fire with amazing consistent numbers for weeks now...great job by you local guys..... North shore, south shore, east end and west end, ....mid depths , deep depths and even some shallower depths , all producing fish.....darn I wish I lived closer .
Great picture of your Mom with the eyes reeleyz...congrats to her too.
-
Thanks Bob! Sure has been. glad to have the work, but sure wouldn't mind a week of fishin every day lol.
I hear ya there Eddie! Gotta keep the WIFI on is what I tell the kids 😂
-
Can someone please tell me where I can get on where the walk won't be so bad . Thank you
just about any spot along the north shore. the drop isnt far from any of the parking lots (jewel, godfrey point, apps bait). there was only a few inches of snow left on sunday and im sure most of it is gone by now
-
Does anyone have any predictions on ice for this weekend ? Got the itch bad
-
Plenty of ice
-
Another good story from Oneida for me yesterday. I went out of apps and fished along the north shore. Caught probably 15 walleyes with most being shorts however did get a limit and about 10 nice perch. Plenty of ice and nice conditions. My new to me snowmobile which never showed a sign of issue was with me and on the ride back in completely died. Engine seemed seized up, however did get it running again but still couldn’t move it. It would die when you give it the gas. A nice guy named Scott came and towed my stuff in on his sled and then towed me in. If you’re on here thanks again. Then in the parking lot I had to manage a touring sled up onto a tilt trailer. Several strangers and rick from apps all helped push her on. Fishing was good the trip was bad but the people were great. If you helped me and read this you’re very appreciated. Apps has my business. Shoreline was a little busted right at the point off apps and the slush was getting bad when I left so be careful out there.
-
thank you is there public parking there . I want to bring my 10 year old son .
yes they all have public parking. apps fills up quick but great place for bait and info, but godfrey point boat launch has a ton of parking
-
Plenty of ice
Fingers crossed. Going to get my first Oneida limit I can feel it
-
Fished this morning,ice is good but it sure is different without snow on it. Cracks everywhere and the water on top of it is spooky. Nice limit of eyes and few shorts. Perch turned on at 10 30 and my battery for my marcum died at 11 30 so call it a day.
-
Looking for a recommendation on a cheap place to stay I don't need a whole lot just somewhere to sleep as close as possible to fishing. It would be my first time going to the lake would be bringing a machine so we can travel.
-
Creepers are must until we get more snow,slippery today but tomorrow will be dangerous slippery
-
Hi All!
I am hoping to take up to 10 teenagers from the CanTeen out for their first ice fishing trip during the DEC's free fishing weekend on Feb. 18 (the sign up sheet just got put out today, so I don't have details yet on numbers). I've been ice fishing for several years, and I've got some potential volunteers lined up, but my goal is to make it as fun and hopefully successful as possible. I'd like for them to have access to flashers or underwater cameras to make it a bit more interactive and exciting for them, and I may need some extra rods depending on the number of kids we get signed up. If you are in anyway interested in helping us or meeting us out there please let me know via PM. Thanks so much!
Trip is 8:00AM-1:00PM, We will most likely be targeting perch out of Williams but Chapman is an option as well depending on reports and conditions.
-
she is going to be slick no snow left a lil water bring your greepers
-
2:35pm big wall of gusty wind just came thru here in camillus, probably headed your way. Batten down your hatches if u are out....over.
-
I want to fish out of Godfrey on Saturday. How far from buttom do you guys set your tip ups . Never fished hard water at Oneida. Thanks to all
Ive never had much luck with tip ups on Oneida. I always have a couple jiggin rods and some jiggin raps. with that being said the walleyes and perch are right on bottom on my fish finder so id say about a foot off bottom.
-
Is the ice deep enough for a gas auger or will a hand do
Bring it. :thumbsup:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Was cutting over a foot of ice on the east end Sunday.
-
Gas power is not essential but makes life easier there was atleast 10 " on north shore this past weekend
-
I want to fish out of Godfrey on Saturday. How far from buttom do you guys set your tip ups . Never fished hard water at Oneida. Thanks to all
Leave the tip-ups home and concentrate on jigging with jigging raps tipped with minnow or minnow head.
-
Any info on big bay? Might head that way this weekend. Never fished onieda before, and really like to try for some gills!
-
anybody venturing out today use caution.....wind is cranking here on south shore.......I am sure the lake is like an ice skating rink.......if you don't anchor everything down it will end up at the beach
-
Leave the tip-ups home and concentrate on jigging with jigging raps tipped with minnow or minnow head.
X2 On the jigging , and try some spoons like Kastmasters ,and stay mobile
-
I know some of my buds are getting females....but only males for me too PP.
For 2 weeks all I caught was males, then this weekend all I caught was females.
-
I’ve been getting mostly males,about 2 to 1. Some males are as big around as females. No fishing today
-
the easy bite was not there yesterday. marked very few unlike the weekend. fished out of godfrey
-
Any new reports on Lewis point? Has there been a lot machines out , we’re headed up for weekend to get some more teeth lol. Be safe guys and tight lines
-
Fished this morning,ice is good but it sure is different without snow on it. Cracks everywhere and the water on top of it is spooky. Nice limit of eyes and few shorts. Perch turned on at 10 30 and my battery for my marcum died at 11 30 so call it a day.
no old school fishing ?
-
Heading out tomorrow. Can’t decide between godfreys or apps. Last time out I got skunked. Didn’t even mark fish. Hoping for a decent day.
-
Filet,I’m spoiled ,the marcum is like watching tv with all the things it does. If I could figure out how to use the elects in my boat I’d fish all summer
-
Filet,I’m spoiled ,the marcum is like watching tv with all the things it does. If I could figure out how to use the elects in my boat I’d fish all summer
Ok , any addiction is hard to over come , so try Ice fishing anonymous 🧐 maybe a few sessions will help , just busting, marcum does make a nice toys
-
Anyone ever try fishing in Lakeport on S side? My Mother-in-law live there so I have a spot to park. Always wanted to give it a try.......
-
Any new reports on Lewis point? Has there been a lot machines out , we’re headed up for weekend to get some more teeth lol. Be safe guys and tight lines
I’m wondering the same thing, a buddy and I wanted to potentially try tomorrow, we would be on foot. Wondering how the shorelines held up.
-
well the lake is mostly bare ice shoreline is fine in my area.... use creepers im guessing the hot bite from the weekend is over for awhile with the weather change
-
You getting any snow up there? I'm sure the way this winds blowing its not sticking!
-
I can attest that the lake is glare ice......only wacko out of Chapman this morning.......cleats are a must.......did pretty well considering the wind....ended up with 20 jacks.....all quality fish.......lake is perfect for wheelers although chains or studs would be better than not having them like me....no problems if you take your time
-
No,no I like the hot bite ,it can not be over! But I bet your correct.
-
Well done scout , who wants those nasty eyes when perch are on the menu 🤔
-
Any machines out of Lewis point today?
-
Well done scout , who wants those nasty eyes when perch are on the menu 🤔
thanks Fred
-
Is there a tournament this weekend?
-
Well done scout , who wants those nasty eyes when perch are on the menu 🤔
Yep, Eyes are ok but perch is where it's st
-
Mmmmmmm perch !
-
I never met a perch I didn’t like!!!😁 Good work Scout!!😎
-
How thick is the ice now? We are planning to come up and fish if Oneida still has good ice.
Thanks in advance. :tipup:
-
How thick is the ice now? We are planning to come up and fish if Oneida still has good ice.
Thanks in advance. :tipup:
yes....ice is great
-
How is the ice for snowmobiles? Is there any snow or crust for the scratchers to keep the sliders lubricated or snow for getting on/off the ice?
-
I'm coming up to stay with a friend who lives close to apps. Planning on riding atv from house to apps. Is this little bit of road riding going to be an issue? Also can you ride the lake from apps to Lewis point? Thanks
-
bart very lil crust and no snow on ice ... the shore is just about bare too
-
bart very lil crust and no snow on ice ... the shore is just about bare too
Thanks, more rain this weekend, but snow Monday... maybe Tuesday will be better?
I was thinking about Friday(tomorrow) Thanks again!
-
The Barometer is climbing like a monkey. ::)
-
The barometer is a great topic to talk about when not fishing what's everybody take on best barometer for fishing I always heard upper 29's to low 30's
-
I've just recently started watching the barometer. I've all ways been one of those guys that has to go no matter what and maybe get lucky (or not). seems to me that a falling pressure system is the time to be there. those blue bird days of high pressure just stink for me like tomorrow will be. I'm going out tomorrow and then again on Sat when the pressure will be falling. It's an experiment that I can't resist. would be interested to here other opinions. I'm neither a weather guru or an expert fisherman. I just like to eat fish.
-
I've just recently started watching the barometer. I've all ways been one of those guys that has to go no matter what and maybe get lucky (or not). seems to me that a falling pressure system is the time to be there. those blue bird days of high pressure just stink for me like tomorrow will be. I'm going out tomorrow and then again on Sat when the pressure will be falling. It's an experiment that I can't resist. would be interested to here other opinions. I'm neither a weather guru or an expert fisherman. I just like to eat fish.
Almost word for word the post I was writing. We're at 29.00 inHg now and rising. New study for me too.
-
I HATE fishing under golden sunshine. Any time of year. Stand by for that private pond report Rug, Ill get there when the cold comes back
-
Barometer is up from 29.5 to 30.5 in 36 hours. In your opinion is there a magic number? Under 30? Or is it just better if it's going down?
-
yep high pressure this weekend everyone should stay home! With all the people in the fishing cities the fish always feel high pressure.
-
XC I got a giggle out of that that was good
I'm just trying to come up with some type of strategy that makes sense. the fish know what it is so why shouldn't we?
-
We must be getting out of the hot bite phase when we start talking about the barometer. ::)
I am going to paraphrase something Shane Mahar said about this topic many moons ago. "29.50 and below with a storm and the bite gets tough, above 30.5 for a couple days and the bite gets tough".
I love a falling baro before a storm. It is the only consistent thing I have found. SE wind maybe just before the rain hits.
That being said, they are ALWAYS biting somewhere. Every time I use the barometer or blue bird skies as an excuse, somebody talks about how they slammed the fish that day.
-
Sounds good Bruce I am going tomorrow anyway no matter the barometer haha
-
I,m out now 2 eyes about noon then lost 2 at the hole since then a few nlce perch
-
Over the years I have read so much about fishing from barometer, to lures, to rods, to reels, to line ,to where the fish are, to where they are supposed to be, that now I look back And realize the more I forget the more fish I catch. Somewhere along the line I have learned that no one has told the fish any of this stuff.
-
Got my 3rd, it’s perch time I hope
-
Way to go Bucket. Like your real time reports.
-
Anyone have recommendations for a good place to try out this weekend for walleye/perch? Haven't been out ice fishing in years and a buddy and I plan to head out this weekend. Also what is the ice thickness like currently?
-
XC I got a giggle out of that that was good
I'm just trying to come up with some type of strategy that makes sense. the fish know what it is so why shouldn't we?
I have this special calendar with me at all times. It has the best days to fish highlighted in Blue. Come to think of it EVERY day is highlighted in Blue.
-
Anyone have recommendations for a good place to try out this weekend for walleye/perch? Haven't been out ice fishing in years and a buddy and I plan to head out this weekend. Also what is the ice thickness like currently?
A lot of tight lipped guys on here when it comes to location. Try the Southeast end out at marker 109 or 111 you can access that area from either Lewis Point (get there early for parking) or Sylan Beach. You can go a little further East of marker 111 to Messenger Shoal. Been good out at this end lately.
-
How is the ice for snowmobiles? Is there any snow or crust for the scratchers to keep the sliders lubricated or snow for getting on/off the ice?
not good Bart.......bare ice
-
fished north shore first time this year........out of apps.......tough for me until about 10:30, then game on for a while....got my eyes and a few perch.....dumped a pig at the hole......guess would be 24"+........ice is slick, saw a few guys popping clips on their sleds today.......lube lube lube.....good seein ya Freddy
-
not good Bart.......bare ice
Thanks, hoping to get out next week...
-
I check for moon phases, falling barometer, storm fronts, etc. I've found the best days to fish is when my wife will let me!!
-
Amen,brother!!
-
How do you guys lube your sliders on glare ice?
I normally just take my time and keep my trips short.
-
I have a buddy that uses windshield washer fluid mixed with dish soap to keep the slick and he never has a problem couple squirts every time he moves
-
need some advice... I coming thru Sylvan Beach Sat AM between 6&7 on my way to Jewel. Is there any place near to stop for breakfast? thanks
-
Thanks PP.
-
Put scratchers on your snowmobile for riding on ice
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
I fished out of Jewel today. I got into the eyes early. Problem is they were all cooky cutter 12 inchers. Not a keeper all day long. Good thing I set the tip downs up at least I got 6 nice fat Oneida perch. Yo Old Timer, you got to come back up here and show me where they are my friend, the keepers that is. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Boggey
-
I have scratchers, but do not work great on glare ice. I am a little on the heavy side and all my gear ride on the sled, so I like to have at least some crusty stuff.
Crusty stuff...
(https://i.imgur.com/FByHwq7h.jpg)
I don't like to beat up my sled on the ride on/off the ice also. Probably going to leave somebody a nice sled when I kick the bucket! :-\
-
I have scratchers, but do not work great on glare ice. I am a little on the heavy side and all my gear ride on the sled, so I like to have at least some crusty stuff.
Crusty stuff...
(https://i.imgur.com/FByHwq7h.jpg)
I don't like to beat up my sled on the ride on/off the ice also. Probably going to leave somebody a nice sled when I kick the bucket! :-\
I hear you on that Bart...that sled and set up you have is awesome.
There are a couple of Oneida locations where you could off load your sled and gear very close to the ice , then go park vehicleand trailer.... and only a short sled drive out to some decent fishing.
Would a second set of scratchers make a difference? looks like you have room.... not sure ...just some suggestions.
( I have the manual up and down spring style scratchers that were only, I think, $45 dollars a pair)
-
I have scratchers, but do not work great on glare ice. I am a little on the heavy side and all my gear ride on the sled, so I like to have at least some crusty stuff.
Crusty stuff...
(https://i.imgur.com/FByHwq7h.jpg)
I don't like to beat up my sled on the ride on/off the ice also. Probably going to leave somebody a nice sled when I kick the bucket! :-\
Put me on the list after your son, Bart. lol
-
Would a second set of scratchers make a difference? looks like you have room.... not sure ...just some suggestions.
( I have the manual up and down spring style scratchers that were only, I think, $45 dollars a pair)
I have seen people have additional scratcher that is mounted on the skis, some a simple nut and bolt on the rear end to scratch the ice. As far as the spring style scratchers, they wouldn't last long with me, senility...
-
Put me on the list after your son, Bart. lol
lol
-
I've been keeping track of it some with my own fishing as well as posts on here, seems to be a few variables besides pressure. Sunny days vs overcast, snow fall, etc. Better days seemed to be from 30.1- 30.6 and dropping. Anything above that the fishing was slow but some still caught fish.
-
I have seen people have additional scratcher that is mounted on the skis, some a simple nut and bolt on the rear end to scratch the ice. As far as the spring style scratchers, they wouldn't last long with me, senility...
lol...tough getting old and forgetful!
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
I fished out of Jewel today. I got into the eyes early. Problem is they were all cooky cutter 12 inchers. Not a keeper all day long. Good thing I set the tip downs up at least I got 6 nice fat Oneida perch. Yo Old Timer, you got to come back up here and show me where they are my friend, the keepers that is. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Boggey
I’ll try again come May....
-
I have a buddy that uses windshield washer fluid mixed with dish soap to keep the slick and he never has a problem couple squirts every time he moves
Thanks for that tip. I had a tough time today with the sliders. My track actually locked up after 5 mile run, we had to tip the sled on its side and pry the track off. Very glad my buddy had a pry bar with him, said he had to do it a few times himself.
I have scratchers ready to install, just did not get around to it before today. Definitely on the weekend agenda. They will help, but the washer fluid and soap will too.
-
I had my track lock up on me way out midlake on Oneida a few years back. Had to walk a long ways to ask 2 guys fishing for help. They were awesome , friendly and willing to help me .
We used my spud bar to free the track.......another good reason to carry a spud bar!!!
Glad everything worked out for you.
-
Once back in the 80s I froze up my sliders , nice learning curve , after that it has been a dish soap solution , a squirt now and then and go slow ,
Far as this barometer thing and moon phase to me it doesn’t matter , I just play the fish cards I’m dealt 😉
-
Filet, I heard about the dish soap solution but have never tried it. Will it freeze up on a cold day? I bought some real nice scratchers a few years ago but the Polaris 2 up trail I now own has no good place to install them.
-
Where are the fish on Oneida lake I have been out of Cleveland by large groups and no one is catching anything really
-
Not to sidetrack this thread too much..... but I read last night not to use dis soap, it can break down the grease. Windshield washer fluid can pit the aluminum.The best suggestion I found is to use RV Anti freeze. It is not toxic and won’t freeze down to -50. 2 or 3 inches of snow would be really nice!
-
Well the good thing is that we rarely have this problem on Oneida. Normally have the opposite problem of too much snow!
-
Once back in the 80s I froze up my sliders , nice learning curve , after that it has been a dish soap solution , a squirt now and then and go slow ,
Far as this barometer thing and moon phase to me it doesn’t matter , I just play the fish cards I’m dealt 😉
Well said on the barometer Freddy I fish when I can and hope they bite. I think it drives us all nuts when we can't catch fish so we try to justify a bad bite on the barometer or something else we can't control.
-
I’ve got tracks on my 4wheeler do they need lube like a sled?
-
We working stiffs just plain got bored and started talking barometer. Put the blame on Wang! Lol.
-
I’ve got tracks on my 4wheeler do they need lube like a sled?
What tracks? If they are all-season - No. If they are for snow only, I wouldn't. I have the Camoplast Tatou 4s system and never have had an issue with them on the ice, bare or not.
-
Can anyone say how the bite is today off Lewis?
-
Fp , same tracks,that’s what I was thinking,thanks. As far as the bite,all lookers for me and not many. I’ve pounded the eyes for 6 days but not today, did lose 2 early.
-
Can't wait to hit the ice this weekend. It sounds like I'll have to take it slow & easy with the 4wheeler. No chains.
-
Just got back from Taft, bite was real slow today, lots of lookers , only eight perch no eyes, small jigging rap , did better without tipping it with a minnow head, perch color ....lots of guys out, all scattered about, ice was 12-14" everwhere I drilled ...
-
Well Rug and Moose my spot was dry today did some hole hopping, few marks only 3 small perch that went back. Must be the east wind east is least, west is best lol.
-
went back to my home turf this morning.....south shore......fish were not very active at all.......12 decent perch that had to be teased to death to hit......made a gentleman at chapman park happy by donating them to his 4 that he got.......ice was making some serious noise today....ice fractured right thru my hut about 11 am......pucker time to say the least........don't forget your ice cleats this weekend fellers....you will regret it if you do
-
that makes me uneasy - how much ice was there in front of chapman?
-
that makes me uneasy - how much ice was there in front of chapman?
plenty of ice......at least 14" where I was........tremor was just normal ice making noise.......there are some cracks forming that need to be paid attention to if you are on machines.....nothing to serious but should be watched......ice is in awesome shape.......be careful with sleds though, no snow for lubrication
-
thanks Scout for the scouting report!
i'll be out tomorrow morning
-
Do the bait stores in and around Onieda sell emeralds and fat heads ??? And if so what works best in your guys opinion???
-
Do the bait stores in and around Onieda sell emeralds and fat heads ??? And if so what works best in your guys opinion???
yes they do.....both are good......some guys like emeralds some like fattys.....all about preference......don't be afraid to downsize with spikes or moussies if you are after perch ;)
-
Thanks scout I like emeralds better on my home turf in Sodus but just wanted to see.
-
Filet, I heard about the dish soap solution but have never tried it. Will it freeze up on a cold day? I bought some real nice scratchers a few years ago but the Polaris 2 up trail I now own has no good place to install them.
Just put in a little wind shield washer fluid in problem solved
-
Very true slammy , some guys can’t pick there days , I’m fortunate to be able to after 35 years ,
I fished with my bud iceaddict today we each had a favorable day with a limit of eyes and 10 or 11 nice perch but they had to be worked , I’m not a finesse guy where John is , but to me 12 nice perch and 3 16” eyes is a great day
-
Well Rug and Moose my spot was dry today did some hole hopping, few marks only 3 small perch that went back. Must be the east wind east is least, west is best lol.
Well that's not good! Might try some new ground,might not.
-
Good job Fillet sounds like it's a grind out there
-
F and r, good job I tried all day but only got 1 short. Back to earth after 6 great days
-
Fished out of Jewel today. From 1:45 until dark. Caught a number of short eyes (~10 or more), 1 keeper eye and 2 perch (kept 1). Felt colder than the forecast due to that wind from the east. Nice day to be outside. Started out at 36 fow and moved once to 30 fow. Good marks on screen but but many of them were window shopping more than eating.
-
I live in eastern ny and love ice fishing walleye on saratoga lake. My cousin and I have always wanted to try oneida through the ice. I use to do bass tournaments on it when i was younger and had a blast. Was wondering if anyone could offer some tips on where to start or what depth to target for oneida eye's through the ice. We travel on foot but dont mind walking a mile. Any info would be greatly appreciated. We plan on fishing it next weekend :)
Thanks everyone
-
Bass Master If I was on foot I would most likely launch out of App’s bait and tackle or Taft bay , walking is great right now as there is no snow on the ice, look for some structure, depths vary , lately,30-35’ have been producing in good numbers , far as lures and bait ,for Bait I tip with buckeye heads ,raps in 3s and 5s med size cast masters and moon shines have been working , some are having luck with pimples and slender spoons ,and be mobile, weekends are crazy get there early for a spot to park , just remember day trips are tough I would recommend , getting some lodging , if I left anything out I’m sure others will add to this , there are lots of good fishermen on the lake and the NY threads
-
Bass master I personally would not venture out without my electronics meaning vexilar and navionics but that's just me it makes it faster for me to find biting fish
-
Well Rug and Moose my spot was dry today did some hole hopping, few marks only 3 small perch that went back. Must be the east wind east is least, west is best lol.
Hey XC do you suppose all the runoff has something to do with the bite being off over there? High Barometer also?
-
Out on Oneida from Chapman for the first time ever, terribly slow for me
-
Out on Oneida from Chapman for the first time ever, terribly slow for me
Don't feel bad, the odds of catching on Oneida on your first trip ever are somewhere around 3%. It is a hard lake to figure out. Don't let the regulars on here get your hopes up. They are masters at this and have been prefecting it for years or decades. Bucket time is the only thing that helps.
-
Don't feel bad, the odds of catching on Oneida on your first trip ever are somewhere around 3%. It is a hard lake to figure out. Don't let the regulars on here get your hopes up. They are masters at this and have been prefecting it for years or decades. Bucket time is the only thing that helps.
Thanks, I have caught 3 short eyes and 2 perch. Not marking many either
-
Thanks, I have caught 3 short eyes and 2 perch. Not marking many either
what chummer said.......was a tough bite today theval.......been fishing this lake for 50+ years and it still brings me to my knees way too much......follow the advice of the regulars on here and you will get it.......but I would say today was just not a good day for your first try on the old girl
-
So what is this rain going to do to ice conditions tomorrow?
Just make it sloppy on top?
-
Got off about 2hrs ago. Very slick with a little water on top in areas. Got my limit of eyes & tryed to go to work on the perch for the rest of the day. Picked away at a half dozen decent ones with eyes and on mud monster. Wish I could have fishe'd tommorw.
(https://s13.postimg.cc/mhx5fr3ib/20180127_122318.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mhx5fr3ib/)
-
Moose water was pretty clear, no current from 13' out to channel. High baro yesterday falling today fished till it rained same results lookers no takers the perch I did catch seem to be smaller. People I talked to had same results. I think it's just the late Jan early Feb lul. Bite will pick up in March.
-
Well tough day for me 1 keeper eye and 6 perch , to make things worse I dumped several fish in a row and after that they we’re just lookers and lots of them 🤯
Oh well next time maybe 🙏
-
It was definitely a tougher bite today. Slow for me until noon. Made a big move and then I hit 2 Keeper eyes in 15 minutes but I had to leave soon after. >:(
Avoided the skunk though!
-
Thanks guys I'll keep at it, would I be better off hitting North shore in the morning or sticking to the South?
Is parking at apps free? Decent number of spots? Sorry for the questions just wanna be sure, staying in brewerton tonight before going home tomorrow.
-
Fished this pm. Lots of lookers. I had a little flurry when the rain started but for the most past the ones I marked were very fussy. The rain/water had the ice really slick walking off with no creepers. Ice is still in great shape though.
(https://s17.postimg.cc/7w32gsdd7/788662_F0-649_F-45_F2-_A398-716_B339_B8235.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/7w32gsdd7/)
-
Thanks guys I'll keep at it, would I be better off hitting North shore in the morning or sticking to the South?
Is parking at apps free? Decent number of spots? Sorry for the questions just wanna be sure, staying in brewerton tonight before going home tomorrow.
Parking at Apps is free, but I would recommend getting there early. There is a limited number of spots. Rumor has it that you can park at Vella's (gas station next door) if the lot at Apps lot is full. Somebody posted this earlier this year, but I haven't had to do it. If you park at Vella's, I would recommend filling up with gas or buying something at the store in exchange for their generosity. Lance and Lisa are top-notch people and they deserve our business. Also, lunch combo of sub, chips and drink is the best buy on the north shore! Just my two cents...
-
Parking at Apps is free, but I would recommend getting there early. There is a limited number of spots. Rumor has it that you can park at Vella's (gas station next door) if the lot at Apps lot is full. Somebody posted this earlier this year, but I haven't had to do it. If you park at Vella's, I would recommend filling up with gas or buying something at the store in exchange for their generosity. Lance and Lisa are top-notch people and they deserve our business. Also, lunch combo of sub, chips and drink is the best buy on the north shore! Just my two cents...
Awesome thanks for the great information!
-
How’s the shore ice holding up at Lewis point boys? Coming this week for some more teeth , be safe out guys tight lines
-
Moose water was pretty clear, no current from 13' out to channel. High baro yesterday falling today fished till it rained same results lookers no takers the perch I did catch seem to be smaller. People I talked to had same results. I think it's just the late Jan early Feb lul. Bite will pick up in March.
I talked with another guy who fishes there and he said it was slow as well
-
Tough bite for sure yesterday kept 8 nice perch and dumped 2 keeper eyes at the hole. Threw back few short eyes and some smaller perch. Spoons w/ meat worked better than raps for me yesterday and earned every bite.
Congratulations to the person who pulled a 28" er out of here sometime this week, a really nice fish for the lake.
-
To mention Vellas , try the fish dinner you won’t be disappointed , ,
Nice limit fish shack
-
Has anyone caught brown trout out of oneida before Chase I did yesterday
-
i havent got a brown in years out of oneida but every once in awhile you here some one getting one
-
I haven’t been lucky enough to catch 1 in all my years fishing Oneida , I did see a 4- 5#er caught last , in the parking lot , they didn’t know they were out of season , I explained it end of story
-
Has anyone caught brown trout out of oneida before Chase I did yesterday
caught one a few weeks ago at Sylvan Beach
(https://s17.postimg.cc/6pzj1n0y3/20171229_092148.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6pzj1n0y3/)
-
lake is really sloppy right now........should firm up tonight........
-
Fished out of Godfrey launch this morning.
Must have landed on the walleye preschool.
About 15 or so shorts.
Lost two keeper eyes at the hole
Everything on raps
-
havent been out myself due to being down with flu but heard theres spots with water ontop and bite was very poor
-
Slow weekend for me too. 1 keeper and a pile of shorts yesterday. This morning I got away from the shorts a bit. 4 keepers and a few nice perch. Lots of water on top even when I left at 10:00.
-
Found a small silver key with a John deer key chain on the ice out in front of app's, left it with rick in the bait shop.
-
Fished from apps today lots of Lookers but only three takers, one keeper.
-
Sorry to hear your under the weather
O-1 , well look at the bright side you were sparred the torture 😉 I got out of it to my grandson had a wrestling tourney , good time
I heard even my bud snag had a tough day 🤔
-
Fishing was slow again today for me,just 2 perch,fished less than 2hrs. Yesterday was bad on the 4 wheeler,had a track coming off then the carb float suck poring gas on the ground and in the air box. That was not enough.
Lost power to the engine and winch
-
Hit it hard this weekend. Friday, sat, and this a.m.. got out late Friday 1 keeper eye, some pins, and a couple perch. Saturday was the die hard derby and I took third. All my fish came in a.m.. 5 keeper eyes, around 10 shorts and pins, and 8 perch. This morning I dragged my ass out of bed and didn't even care to fish. Alot of bsing with friends and hanging out and didn't want to make a move. Came off with one keeper and lost another at the hole. Can't wait till next weekend.
-
what are those pins you talk about
-
what are those pins you talk about
Pin pike, small walleyes.
Great job in the tourney Jason.
-
thanks
-
S10xr great job
-
Fished from 7-12 around messenger shole caught 2 shorts marked fish on and off. Fished from noon until dark on the south shore off Lewis and caught over 10 shorts lost one keeper. Took home a couple dozen yummy Fat perch. Also thought I had the wallets of my life on ! After around a 4-5 minute fight it was a big ass burbot ! Anyone having any luck in the 40 fow range ?
-
Went out from Godfrey. Moved about a dozen times but finally found em out in the deep water. Good luck all and be safe
(https://s18.postimg.cc/71fetpkxh/899_C46_C5-_FD71-4_D27-_AB6_C-26_C50780789_C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/71fetpkxh/)
-
(https://s18.postimg.cc/6d6kao6r9/20180128_170130.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6d6kao6r9/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/72pcn0zl1/20180128_171305.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/72pcn0zl1/)
finally got to make it to oneida, northeast corner. lots of pins but managed a few. ice was thick and slick with some water on top here and there.
-
Really tough day off Godfrey. 7-5, 6 guys. 2 keepers, 10 perch, and 100 shorts. They would Chase and look and slide away. Threw everything we had. Beautiful day though. Still much better than the Pro Bowl. Ice was great. Couple cold night will harden it up. Pics from 7am and 530 pm.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/i3p35xu45/IMG_20180128_070727276.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/i3p35xu45/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/igghc44o5/IMG_20180128_172519340.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/igghc44o5/)
-
Better photos from am and pm. Last post we're panoramic and I'm not sure they converted well. Beautiful day.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/aozrdhnn9/IMG_20180128_070708202.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/aozrdhnn9/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/50tgmlr0l/IMG_20180128_074858721.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/50tgmlr0l/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/633n54ued/IMG_20180128_172605021.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/633n54ued/)
-
Love those pics!
-
Nice pics...miss it aready.
-
I fished Sunday evening. Pretty much same results as everyone else. I put one keeper on the ice and marked a zillion more but couldn’t sweet talk them into my bucket lol. Nice job on the tournament s10. I heard Stormy made out pretty good 🤑🤑
-
Fished all day Saturday and caught 14 perch between my son & myself. (mostly my son). But we had allot of fun chasing flags. Most of the time it seams like they would take the minnow & then drop it. Better than taking the wife shopping.
-
tough bite for me Saturday but did scrape up a limit of eyes, I got 2 in the am then a couple more after 4:30. It was a zoo out there. I wouldn't have stayed all day but my ride was in the tournament so I hung out. For those coming from out of Town, Oneida can be tough but stick it out and you'll eventually run into them.
I still don't have my sled going, I tried to fix it with the help of a friend and the new cdi box we put it was totally dead so I brought it to a repair shop where they ordered a new part, not realizing my engine was swapped out they order the wrong part, delivery truck got stuck in an ice storm out west which delayed delivery for over a week, now the part (hopefully the correct one) is being delivered from somewhere in Canada, can't make this stuff up.
-
Well Rug and Moose my spot was dry today did some hole hopping, few marks only 3 small perch that went back. Must be the east wind east is least, west is best lol.
Gave Oneida a break this weekend XC 600, don't think Moose made it out as of Saturday. Did find some perch elsewhere. Quiet and peaceful day on the water. And yup that sheep skin seat is warm & comfy.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/rqcynakh7/IMG_1083.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rqcynakh7/)
-
I got out early this am and Lady O was good to me. I think she felt bad for eating my phone over the weekend. The water/slop on top froze up and it was slick!!!!! I should have brought ice skates...or at least creepers. I was able to sneak out and be back to work by 10. Fish were a little more aggressive....maybe due to less commotion??
(https://s9.postimg.cc/8sxca7ojf/C96849_E1-_F5_C9-431_B-_BCE6-7_B9_ECB995_F3_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/8sxca7ojf/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/x9fi4scgb/B7440_E77-5_BB3-4_B38-_AA9_E-95_C1_DC8627_D3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/x9fi4scgb/)
-
Well Rugburn you didn't miss much awful slow weekend for us. Ever since the snow cover left it's been slow lots of lookers not many takers. Not sure if it's the light or just the late jan mid feb blues. At least you got a meal lol
-
Tried onieda for the first time Saturday. It is and hour forty from me so I left very early and got bait in Sylvan beach. Very good bait store. Went to Godfrey and out on the ice in the early dawn light. On foot but I made it out to what seemed like good area with a bunch of others setting up. Fished until maybe 10 without even a single bite. I then said no way I'm getting skunked and moved way way out to the middle. I had no sooner started fishing and a giant rifle sounding crack right under my feet went off and the ice continued crackling for about 45 seconds followed by a large bang against the bottom of the ice . Sooooooo I went back in to where there were others Lol I am not counting onieda out tho, very pretty there and I met a couple of great guys and fished, along with traded stories with them for quite awhile. Sometimes its not about the fish but the experience. I definitely don't like getting skunked tho......cant even catch a perch ??? what the heck.
-
Tried onieda for the first time Saturday. It is and hour forty from me so I left very early and got bait in Sylvan beach. Very good bait store. Went to Godfrey and out on the ice in the early dawn light. On foot but I made it out to what seemed like good area with a bunch of others setting up. Fished until maybe 10 without even a single bite. I then said no way I'm getting skunked and moved way way out to the middle. I had no sooner started fishing and a giant rifle sounding crack right under my feet went off and the ice continued crackling for about 45 seconds followed by a large bang against the bottom of the ice . Sooooooo I went back in to where there were others Lol I am not counting onieda out tho, very pretty there and I met a couple of great guys and fished, along with traded stories with them for quite awhile. Sometimes its not about the fish but the experience. I definitely don't like getting skunked tho......cant even catch a perch ??? what the heck.
Sounds like my first trip or two to Oneida. Takes some getting used to but it is addictive. I'm coming from Irondequoit so I too pass a lot of good perch water to get there. Once you hit some of those Oneida perch or get into a walleye or two you're hooked. Get em next time.
-
I heard Stormy made out pretty good 🤑🤑
You mean Craig doesn't donate the profits to some children's charity? ::)
-
You mean Craig doesn't donate the profits to some children's charity? ::)
Take a wild guess lmao
-
Think I'll burn my 2014 hoodie... :P
Congrats on getting into the $ s10xr! :thumbsup:
-
I wouldn’t burn it. Could prob sell it for big money to one of his followers 🤩
-
tough bite for me Saturday but did scrape up a limit of eyes, I got 2 in the am then a chouple more after 4:30. It was a zoo out there. I wouldn't have stayed all day but my ride was in the tournament so I hung out. For those coming from out of Town, Oneida can be tough but stick it out and you'll eventually run into them.
I still don't have my sled going, I tried to fix it with the help of a friend and the new cdi box we put it was totally dead so I brought it to a repair shop where they ordered a new part, not realizing my engine was swapped out they order the wrong part, delivery truck got stuck in an ice storm out west which delayed delivery for over a week, now the part (hopefully the correct one) is being delivered from somewhere in Canada, can't make this stuff up.
Not so EPIC fishing and sled repair!!! Your right... no making this stuff up!!!🤨
-
Great sunrise. Worked hard for a dozen perch and two eyes. Fished west of Chapman's closer to the island. As always, a good time.
(https://s14.postimg.cc/nge94v00t/IMG_20180129_073926715.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/nge94v00t/)
-
Gave Oneida a break this weekend XC 600, don't think Moose made it out as of Saturday. Did find some perch elsewhere. Quiet and peaceful day on the water. And yup that sheep skin seat is warm & comfy.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/rqcynakh7/IMG_1083.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rqcynakh7/)
Fishing my 'spot' weren't ya! Fish and eggs?
-
I got out early this am and Lady O was good to me. I think she felt bad for eating my phone over the weekend. The water/slop on top froze up and it was slick!!!!! I should have brought ice skates...or at least creepers. I was able to sneak out and be back to work by 10. Fish were a little more aggressive....maybe due to less commotion??
(https://s9.postimg.cc/8sxca7ojf/C96849_E1-_F5_C9-431_B-_BCE6-7_B9_ECB995_F3_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/8sxca7ojf/)
Dandy Walleye!!
Mondays were always good for me. I used to pay attention to where the first guys on the ice would head to Monday morning...I figured they were locals who fished the weekends and headed right back to their hot spot from the weekend...I never followed them, just made my way there a little later... ;)
I always figured the fish moved away from the coming sleds in the morning, and the power augers...So I always fished further away from where they all stopped or I always stopped away from the crowds if I was looking for active fish...and did quite well over the years. Less commotion is a good thing. :tipup:
-
Awesome pics and reports guys!! Helps me get through the work week 👍🏼
-
We are staying at apps for a few days.. got out for a couple hours this afternoon and me and my buddy each picked up a limit of nice eyes.. quite a few lookers in the first spot then took a ride toward shack n things turned around nicely. Beautiful afternoon 12-14" of ice and perfect travel on quads. Back at it in the a.m
-
I haven't posted much yet but the information on here is great. Have a rare four day weekend so I thought it's about time I chime in on how the season is going for me.
This is my third season on Oneida, so I'm still very much in the rookie category but after the first few weekends hoofing it out to the drop from Taft my mind is gravitating towards getting a machine. Fishing was solid out there for eyes off the drop in the 25-30ft range, with the normal early morning and dusk bites being the best. Went 4/4 early in the season as far as limits.
After the first few trips I decided to switch it up and change locations so have since been out from Godfrey last weekend and Cleveland on Sunday and yesterday. It's been nothing but shorts for me since, a lot of them. Just can't seem to find keeper sized walleye the farther east I go. Been setting up on gigantic schools of pins just waiting for the big marks to show up but they just havent. Must've caught 30-50 shorts a day and found myself having a few questions that I hope aren't beat to death.
Is the walleye game like the perch game, if you're on a pile of dinks should you move because they're most likely all dinks?
Are there separate basin and structure related schools of fish?
How deep is too deep? disregarding the catch and release factor that deep water poses. Stressing the fact that I'm not looking to c&r a ton from deep water but if I'm looking to fill the frying pan.
Just wanted to say thanks again for the resources on here. It's been fun following this thread and hope to contribute more when time allows. Good luck to everyone this season, have fun and stay safe.
-
The small fish seem to hang together. That being said I have caught some shorts on every trip but 1 so far. I have fished 5 different locations East, mid-West, North, and South 19' - 35'.
I avoid those spots with a lot of pins. When you get them deep I think a fair amount of them die. Also I try to bring them up slowly when I know they are small.
-
Fished out of Taft Bay Park yesterday. Glare ice with no snow. About 10 inches of ice everywhere I checked. Fished off the edge of the shoal to the southeast of the park covering 100 yards from 15-32 feet of water. Did not mark any fish.
-
Great sunrise. Worked hard for a dozen perch and two eyes. Fished west of Chapman's closer to the island. As always, a good time.
(https://s14.postimg.cc/nge94v00t/IMG_20180129_073926715.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/nge94v00t/)
I should have given you some of my perch when you gave me those eyes. :wacko: Didn't think of it until u were a mile away. I can't believe you drove home after sunset, that was a long day for you. New hitch for big hut will be here tomorrow...and it will be ready for next weekend. I'm making up for time lost due to poor ice conditions the last two years.
-
Do I hear $20, got 20 now 25.......25..25....Fol ks it's an XL! 25?
(https://s18.postimg.cc/6msj6y6md/IMG_1094.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6msj6y6md/)
-
Do I hear $20, got 20 now 25.......25..25....Fol ks it's an XL! 25?
(https://s18.postimg.cc/6msj6y6md/IMG_1094.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6msj6y6md/)
Baahhaaa 🔥 sorry 🤔
-
It's a used, 4 year old hoodie and smells like fish....$5....lol...h2l
-
"Vintage" is the word we're looking for! :woot:
-
I need a new hand towel to wipe off the fish slime. ;D
-
Give them to the homeless!!😂
-
Not so EPIC fishing and sled repair!!! Your right... no making this stuff up!!!🤨
Epically Bad repair - I am ready for open water, I have to show you that ice out smallmouth bite, it was the must fun I had last year.
Picking sled up today, told him to put it back together and I'll take it somewhere else. Unbelievable, who orders the wrong part twice for 2 different engine sizes, now 3 weeks later they are saying it's the stator. At this point we only have 5-6 weeks left anyway. They also screwed up my auger repair, I told him it was leaking gas and not running right probably the carb, so they clean out the exhaust and say it's fixed, really - I laid it in my garage overnight and it lost half a tank of gas on the floor.
Eryne - keep moving if you're not on good fish, they can definitely run together. Location, just depends on the year, some areas that were loaded a fews years ago are dead this year. Usually when I'm around pins, meaning walleye less than 10" or so I'll move, I think these guys get active when the big eyes aren't around to scare them off - just a guess on what really happens but in my experience pins are not a good sign.
-
Do I hear $20, got 20 now 25.......25..25....Fol ks it's an XL! 25?
(https://s18.postimg.cc/6msj6y6md/IMG_1094.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/6msj6y6md/)
I’ll take it!!! It’s going to smell a lot worse when I’m done with it... that XL hoodie should give me about 30 days worth of wipes when I go to the bathroom!!!!🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪
-
:woot: :woot: :woot:
-
Ok KP, it's yours, I just want to see it go to a good loving home.
-
I knew it would take something special to draw Coach out! ;D Ok KP it's yours, but you have to take me fishing to get it, lol! I won't bother laundering it.....
Deal!!! Don’t waste your time or detergent on it!!!!😁
-
KP is just sore from not getting his very own!! :woot: :woot: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Went back out to our numbers near shack this a.m in the snowstorm.. caught quite a few shorts a keeper and a few perch 11 before the wind chased us off for a bit. Came back out around 2 and finished off a couple limits by dark.. tough bite today but that last hour was worth the grind.. i wish i could post some pics
-
I know this question is gonna be like taking a baby bottle away from a 1 yr old but. Is there any lake acces to the lake in lennox...thanks if you reply ...if ya dont thanks also... ;D
-
I know this question is gonna be like taking a baby bottle away from a 1 yr old but. Is there any lake acces to the lake in lennox...thanks if you reply ...if ya dont thanks also... ;D
Sylvan Beach.....Edgewater... ...Chapman Park just down the road in town of Sullivan......plenty of parking during the week but can get crowded on weekends
-
what the hell is a die hard .....it sounds like the irs scam where they call you demanding money or your going to be arrested
-
Scout I think he’s talking about that large pond in the town of Lenox
-
Fished all day Saturday and caught 14 perch between my son & myself. (mostly my son). But we had allot of fun chasing flags. Most of the time it seams like they would take the minnow & then drop it. Better than taking the wife shopping.
Use treble hooks on those perch, small but sharp new ones you will lose less fish. Just an idea.
3 foot wide pressure cracke between Cleveland and Shakleton shoal about 3+ miles out. A guy got his back wheels stuck in it, the shanty he was towing kept him from going in. Seems there was A similar one A couple years ago.
cny
-
Hate those cracks, snow covers them with a thin layer of ice and they can change by the hour
-
:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
what the hell is a die hard .....it sounds like the irs scam where they call you demanding money or your going to be arrested
😁
-
what the hell is a die hard .....it sounds like the irs scam where they call you demanding money or your going to be arrested
Thanks Tim for the heads up
I thought it was a movie ⭐️Ing Bruce Willis 😉
-
what the hell is a die hard .....it sounds like the irs scam where they call you demanding money or your going to be arrested
😂 it’s someone who is on the computer while everyone else is fishing...guilty as charged 🤣
-
DeadEyez some of us know who holds the creative talent and who takes ideas for their own monetary gain. We just won't patronize people that drop to that level, period. And yes Trapper, perhaps the IRS should be included! Time to go fishing! How about that barometer folks...... ::)
-
If you got time go fishing , don’t worry about that baro , go have fun
-
My buddy hit that crack on our way in from Shackleton yesterday a.m.. whiteout didn't help but the crack was just snowed over and open 2-3'.. put his back wheels in i got over it and dragged him out quick with my quad. Coulda been worse thats for sure.. went in dried off a bit and went back out to finish up our limits off of the condos for the evening.. does that count in the diehard category? 😁😁
-
My buddy hit that crack on our way in from Shackleton yesterday a.m.. whiteout didn't help but the crack was just snowed over and open 2-3'.. put his back wheels in i got over it and dragged him out quick with my quad. Coulda been worse thats for sure.. went in dried off a bit and went back out to finish up our limits off of the condos for the evening.. does that count in the diehard category? 😁😁
Big Dan forgot to mention they've been biting well the last couple days .. I'm just his PR man .. I wasn't able to make the trip.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/5pot1fzbv/IMG_7782.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5pot1fzbv/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/vl8jkngl7/IMG_7783.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/vl8jkngl7/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/aocbg05pn/IMG_7784.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/aocbg05pn/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/difgtg063/IMG_7785.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/difgtg063/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/b13pm68jv/IMG_7786.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/b13pm68jv/)
-
Thanks for the tech help jackie! We r out here now fresh 6-7 inches on the lake and we r officially "back on em".. 😉
-
Nice job staying on the bite caliking! Wow 6-7" of new snow, an hour south we only got a dusting. Glad everything worked out well on the pressure crack. Enjoy your day!
-
Can anyone help me out , I’m wondering what u guys call Buckeyes? I use Lake Erie emarids , and flatheads . Headed up in couple days like get back into few teeth lol. Be safe guys tight lines
-
Buckeyes are same as Emeralds just called by various names in certain regions.
-
When I was a kid the old timers also called them icicles
-
6"-7" of snow ???.....maybe got 3-4" total on south shore.......lake has anywhere from 1" to 6" of powdery drifted snow.......sleds should be good to go....wheeler worked fine......slippery as hell under it.....still recommend cleats......perch were pretty active till 9:30 then 1 here and there.....ended up with 25....quit at 11:00
-
Well done guys
-
Nice fish guys....i was talking about rite in lennox on the lake...or lakeport...i didnt realize i work 6 minutes from lakeport...not to familiar with that area..
-
Thanks guys
-
wow.....whiteout here in maple bay.....not gonna last long though
-
Well done on the fish Scout. Hope some of that blows off, tough on the walkers. Guess maybe it's time to register the wheeler, just hate dragging it down salty roads.
-
Nice fish guys....i was talking about rite in lennox on the lake...or lakeport...i didnt realize i work 6 minutes from lakeport...not to familiar with that area..
Sorry big guy I thought you were talking about the large pond 🤪Lewis point is another access , scout 57 gave you the rest
-
According to an old timer I fish with, he's got over 70 years on Oneida, Buckeyes are Mooneyes and Fatheads are Hardheads lol.
-
According to an old timer I fish with, he's got over 70 years on Oneida, Buckeyes are Mooneyes and Fatheads are Hardheads lol.
I remember when we called the alewife a mooneye. Anyone remember sawbelly? Might have been a finger lake term.
-
Well done on the fish Scout. Hope some of that blows off, tough on the walkers. Guess maybe it's time to register the wheeler, just hate dragging it down salty roads.
I hear ya Rug........my wheeler is old so not as big a deal for me......unfortunately we just picked up another inch or two in the last 2 hrs....might have to put the sled back on the trailer
-
Sorry scout i didn't spend too much time measuring the snow when i walked out this a.m but it sure looked like 6" of fresh fell overnight to me at app's.. we went out this morning and spanked the eyes damn good for a few hours. U guys have it made out there I'd fish the big O everyday if i lived near it. We took full advantage of our three day trip that's for sure.. back on my home turf in the a.m for some Erie eyes
-
We definitely got 6" of snow last night on the north shore. Should be perfect for sleds now.
-
Sorry scout i didn't spend too much time measuring the snow when i walked out this a.m but it sure looked like 6" of fresh fell overnight to me at app's.. we went out this morning and spanked the eyes damn good for a few hours. U guys have it made out there I'd fish the big O everyday if i lived near it. We took full advantage of our three day trip that's for sure.. back on my home turf in the a.m for some Erie eyes
good job on the eyes.........glad you guys had fun........lake effect snow band must have been a little more intense up there......a couple miles makes a big difference sometimes
-
Boy it does on Oneida, that's for sure Scout.
Sometimes when I left the lake heading home from the North Shore when it was snowing so bad you couldn't see either shore, I'd drive over the bridge heading south on Rt 81 and look at the lake and see nothing but a HUGE white snow cloud over the water...And I would be in blue skies, just on the Rt 81 bridge and all the way home.
It was an awesome sight I saw more than once. Snowing on the lake and not very far around it... And I was smilin' with fish in the bucket sayin' what a grand day it was.
Caliking, you and your buddy come back soon. Oneida will humble you sometimes, like you've read here; but it sure is sweet when she's good to you.
I really enjoyed your story too by the way and glad you hammered 'em on your last day. :tipup:
-
Rumor has it that the bite was going to be bad today.... hmmm....🤔 Friend of mine, lives 2 hours away, who has only icefished Oneida maybe a dozen times in his life.... went catching today. He iced 13 keeper sized eyes, lots of short eyes and took home 11 or so perch. Not too shabby for a bad bite.
I don’t believe in bad barometers, moon phases, alignment of stars, power auger noise, the guy who’s passing gas while sitting on a bucket is spooking fish from biting. 😁 What I do believe in is.... when I get a chance to go fishing...I’ll go fishing!! 😎 End of story!!!
-
Rumor has it that the bite was going to be bad today.... hmmm....🤔 Friend of mine, lives 2 hours away, who has only icefished Oneida maybe a dozen times in his life.... went catching today. He iced 13 keeper sized eyes, lots of short eyes and took home 11 or so perch. Not too shabby for a bad bite.
I don’t believe in bad barometers, moon phases, alignment of stars, power auger noise, the guy who’s passing gas while sitting on a bucket is spooking fish from biting. 😁 What I do believe in is.... when I get a chance to go fishing...I’ll go fishing!! 😎 End of story!!!
. Agree!!!!! It’s nice to have an excuse lined up before hand if it doesn’t go well though. ;)
-
I hear ya Kp.. Believe me i read this thread religiously as do thousands of other diehards or weekend warriors or even folks who don't fish yet or are just getting into it. I knew the bite was gonna slow and i also heard of plenty stories of 50 fish days from my friends that have been out in the past month during the "hot bite".. when the boys said they were heading up for a few days i was up for the challenge and it was a very enjoyable trip with some good memories made. Ice fishing is my passion and there's absolutely nowhere else I'd rather be than sittin on a bucket playing the game with the 🐡🐠🐟🐋🦈🤗
-
Amen KP!
-
I agree KP , how many times I’ve posted Something similar over the years ,great post KP ,
-
I agree KP , how many times I’ve posted Something similar over the years ,great post KP ,
X2!!
-
I have never had a bad barometer, every one I have owned has worked just fine. ;D
Yesterday should have been a good baro, it was dropping most of the day...
Hopefully today is a good baro day. ;)
-
I have never had a bad barometer, every one I have owned has worked just fine. ;D
Lol
-
Every day is a good day.... there are no bad days!! LIFE IS GOOD!!😎
-
I have been going out of the north side every weekend. This past weekend for me was a slow bite. For the people fishing out of the north side this week, how has the bite been the last couple of days? Just curious, either way bite good or bad ill be on the ice and enjoying every minute of my time again this weekend.
-
Hit the lake this am and landed on a school on my 3rd spot. Got a limit of eaters then experimented a bit with some new lures. There was 2 or 3 inches of snow on the ice with a few wind whipped bare spots. Be careful as the snow has covered up some of the cracks making them harder to see. As soon as the sun got bright the bite died so I headed back to work. All in all not a bad am
(https://s18.postimg.cc/vo0ahh9j9/8546_A561-_DD2_E-4133-_A464-8_E0014369_E6_C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/vo0ahh9j9/)
-
Great job again, fishshack. I love getting my limit and then playing around with new stuff seeing what else will get them to go.
-
north shore humbled me today...again.....out of apps at sunrise and went west.......not many guys out.......could not find keepers.....4 shorts and could have kept 5 perch....all went back......tried 6 spots to no avail......guess I'm just a south side guy ;).....ice is great....slick as hell under the snow
-
Were u out around the condos scout? Out to the west around 1-1.5 miles? We did well there for the evening bite one night in ~32' but my buddies went there in the a.m first day n couldn't do much but marked fish most of the morning perch and eyes.. went back to same holes for the evening n smashed em
-
Hit the lake this am and landed on a school on my 3rd spot. Got a limit of eaters then experimented a bit with some new lures. There was 2 or 3 inches of snow on the ice with a few wind whipped bare spots. Be careful as the snow has covered up some of the cracks making them harder to see. As soon as the sun got bright the bite died so I headed back to work. All in all not a bad am
(https://s18.postimg.cc/vo0ahh9j9/8546_A561-_DD2_E-4133-_A464-8_E0014369_E6_C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/vo0ahh9j9/)
Fishshack,
Never, I repeat NEVER, go back to work!! Clean/rearrange your tackle box, clean your guns, go for a drive...ANYTHING but going back to work!!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
yessir cali........not much happening there this morning.......did well there last week......perch I caught were nice jumbos though......was after eyes though so back they went.....
-
Ha Hardwater- gotta pay for those buckeyes somehow. Not sure if you guys saw this huge walleye on LOU. A huge Quinte eye. Said it was 18.5lbs and 33 inches. Holy walleye!!!!
(https://s9.postimg.cc/eotmaag97/0_D209506-724_A-4_E3_B-8_D15-_F786_C053272_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/eotmaag97/)
-
Good job guys, that Quinte eye is a brute 👍🏻
-
That is a BIG eye for sure! @)
-
18.5 lb walleye! :o
Congratulations on a fish of a lifetime!
-
Hey snagger are u still catching fish? Haven’t seen u post any pictures in awhile kid lol . Great job on a sweet walleye, any good news on the eyes hitting at Lewis point, we’ll be safe guys it’s slick under the snow
-
Ha Hardwater- gotta pay for those buckeyes somehow. Not sure if you guys saw this huge walleye on LOU. A huge Quinte eye. Said it was 18.5lbs and 33 inches. Holy walleye!!!!
(https://s9.postimg.cc/eotmaag97/0_D209506-724_A-4_E3_B-8_D15-_F786_C053272_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/eotmaag97/)
That's why we try to make that trip at least once a winter, hopes of that big girl at the end of your line. Got a few big ones there but not like that bruiser. Congrats for sure.
Headed for the East end of Oneida this weekend for some good times with some good people, hope the bite is on, if not oh well I'm on the ice.
-
18.5 would be a state record
-
18.5 would be a state record
It's in Canada Trap.
-
want to thank the bearded bucket puncher for pointing me in the right direction .....having a sunfish diner tomorrow sally thanks ,good to see ya man
-
I know but 18.5 would be a state record by 2 pounds ....that's big !
-
I know but 18.5 would be a state record by 2 pounds ....that's big !
That is true!
-
I read that a 22 pounder was caught in the niagra river ...can you imagine that fish must have same in new York waters too ;D
-
How come the Canadians have all the big ones???
-
Chaumont is producing some real hogs lately, same strain of Ontario eyes just a bit east. New state record could come from that area in the near future. 👍
-
Fished to the East side of Lewis Point today from 1 till dark. Started in 27 fow and caught 6 keeper perch and a bunch of walleye shorts. Moved in to 24 fow for final hour and took a several more shorts. Bigger marks would not bite. Easy drag and snow was melting away fast. Rain started on walk in.
-
Chaumont is producing some real hogs lately, same strain of Ontario eyes just a bit east. New state record could come from that area in the near future. 👍
Are people letting them go so they can grow?
-
How come the Canadians have all the big ones???
i seen a 14 something come out of Oswego
-
Hi guys, I know some of you guys fish chaumont bay and I am heading up there tomorrow for the first time ever. I plan on hitting the hardware store for bait and info but was wondering if anyone had some advice where to start. I was looking at herrick shoal to start out. any info is appreciated thank you
-
How come the Canadians have all the big ones???
Slot limit system, and good CPR ethics, and good genetics of course.. and probably an aggressive stocking program... you gotta have everyone on board.
That walleye is huge holy wahhh!!!
-
Are people letting them go so they can grow?
No. Chaumont all the way up through to the seaway in my area, tons and tons and tons of 10-14lb walleyes killed. But what can you say? Perfectly legal. No slot system.
-
No. Chaumont all the way up through to the seaway in my area, tons and tons and tons of 10-14lb walleyes killed. But what can you say? Perfectly legal. No slot system.
I understand, I've killed many many big walleye over the years but not by choice.hard to get a paying customer to release a fish of a lifetime
-
Im from Pa and we have the same problem the big females are the future of our fishery small ones better eating we need a slot a lot of my friends will not keep any over 22
-
I understand, I've killed many many big walleye over the years but not by choice.hard to get a paying customer to release a fish of a lifetime
Right. Especially when its perfectly legal. I cant say ive never kept a big one for the wall.. but when we come off the river and it was a really good night, and you see a dad/son team and they have two 10 pound walleyes, a 9 pounder, a couple 8 pounders, and a 7 pounder all frozen in the sled, its like ouch :-\... BUT, perfectly legal. Lol im done blatting! Neat topic to me..
-
20”and over go back as soon as I can. The 18” and under are the best eaters.
-
bucket you are 100% correct
-
Chaumont is producing some real hogs lately, same strain of Ontario eyes just a bit east. New state record could come from that area in the near future. 👍
they had been saying that about Oswego since the 70's and the state record came from mastic lake . I'm sure a monster will come out of Ontario ... Canada's record is 22 lbs and that was caught in the niagra river .....that fish could easily have been caught on the US side
-
I caught 31 1/2” male out of the Oswego river 20 plus years ago, did not weight it but wish I had.
-
they had been saying that about Oswego since the 70's and the state record came from mastic lake . I'm sure a monster will come out of Ontario ... Canada's record is 22 lbs and that was caught in the niagra river .....that fish could easily have been caught on the US side
. I don’t know Trap.....you can’t get over the boarder anymore without a passport.
-
Right. Especially when its perfectly legal. I cant say ive never kept a big one for the wall.. but when we come off the river and it was a really good night, and you see a dad/son team and they have two 10 pound walleyes, a 9 pounder, a couple 8 pounders, and a 7 pounder all frozen in the sled, its like ouch :-\... BUT, perfectly legal. Lol im done blatting! Neat topic to me..
And sadly, they all probably tasted like crap.
Give me a 16" any day.
-
I caught 31 1/2” male out of the Oswego river 20 plus years ago, did not weight it but wish I had.
Without a big belly, probably 10-11lb
-
yes,that’s
what I’ve been told before. 31 1/2” eye is not a eater. And that’s for sure!
-
Fished northwest today on previous waypoints. That crack that runs parallel with the north shore opened up enough to ruin somebody's day. I crossed in the dark and it was 3" wide,on the way back it was a foot and covered with snow. Walkers & ATV's beware. Glad I brought the spud. Dozen perch & 2 eyes. 1 short, 1 dumped at the hole...Section V wrestling the rest of the weekend. I'll be back next weekend hopefully the walleye bite will be better.
-
i remember when word got out on the big walleyes in Oswego and ever guide around booked walleye trips ....looked like salmon season on the harbor and a lot of big fish went home ......so if you catch a few on your own and keep them i don't care .... if you like eating them who am i to complain that's really what fish are ....food .....i had people tell me i was wrong in keeping smaller eyes for the table and letting big ones go .....does it matter the fishery is supported by a stock truck
-
I've never been fortunate to hook into a big walleye , 30" or larger would be on my wall I like smaller walleye to eat anything 20" or larger I always put back just don't have the same taste imo . My biggest was shy of 27" came out of Oneida river fishing from the bank and largest from the lake was 25 3/4" outta big bay . Hooked into some large eyes from otisco and Ontario but never landed them. Looking forward to getting back out after a long work week hope they cooperate for us !!
-
How much snow is there now on the ice? Thanks
-
How much snow is there now on the ice? Thanks
zero.....as of noon.......all blowing off
-
Thanks scout for the snow report
-
Thanks scout for the snow report
Yes thank you 👍
-
Brutal day out of Godfrey. Coldest air I’ve ever experienced, the walk in was awful. 1 white perch out of dozens we marked. Love it when Oneida hands me a proper beating :P
-
I got out for the last hour. One keeper and dumped one. Lots of zombie marks. Not even reacting to the bait unless you whacked em in the head with it and then they just swam away. Maybe sheephead or just zombie eyes.
Lake was great for travel. Light snow and finally flattened out a bit.
-
Apparently that guy's 3rd walleye of the season on Quinte. Saw this from another message board, not sure if it's real but no fish finder or camera!
"Been fishing Quinte since the early 1980's. This is by far my biggest walleye ever. Fish was caught in Big Bay. I went out from Wagar's. She was caught on a 1/2 oz. silver Kastmaster. I doctor them a little bit by putting red prism tape on one side and silver prism tape on the other. I also put a larger treble hook on them. I've used that lure for years and usually have decent luck with it. I was riding my ATV so my normal strategy is to run and gun. I pop a hole and if I don't have at least a solid hit after 30 minutes or so I move to a new spot. I fish pretty low tech. when ice fishing. No fish finder or camera. I do have a GPS so I do punch in way points when I either catch or lose a fish. I just keep moving and hope I drop my lure in from of one that will bite. This guy hit in about the 3rd hole I cut at about 8:30 am. This is only the 3rd fish of the ice fishing season that I have caught. Previous two were small eaters. Over the years I have caught a lot of fish in the 8 to 10 lb category and honestly this guy didn't fight any harder than those. He did make a couple of runs against the drag. Getting his head in the 8 inch hole was the toughest part but he did come in eventually. When I laid him on the ice I new he was big and probably the biggest walleye of my life. I had no scales or tape measure with me but I suspected she was over 14 lbs. I normally put these big girls back but since I was pretty certain she was my new PB, I decided to keep her for the wall. When I got her home and measured and weighed her I was in shock. I really thought 17-18 lb walleye's were only a myth and never dreamt that I would catch one myself. This fish was the only bite I had all morning with the exception of a single jumbo perch."
-
I got out for the last hour. One keeper and dumped one. Lots of zombie marks. Not even reacting to the bait unless you whacked em in the head with it and then they just swam away. Maybe sheephead or just zombie eyes.
Lake was great for travel. Light snow and finally flattened out a bit.
had some of those zombie marks myself this morning Chow.........would just show up on the vex out of nowhere......mostly suspended.......did coax a couple to hit and they were big fish......unfortunatel y lost both fish 6 ft from the hole....one snapped 6 # flouro leader and the other spit it......ticked me off cause I just wanted to see what they were......don't think they were eyes.......guessing sheepies or burbot, but they pulled as hard as any fish I've ever caught thru the ice.....ended up with 9 perch and pulled the plug at 9:30 with that gaddam wind......south shore....31 fow
-
Glad to hear I wasn't the only one struggling out there...
-
i remember when word got out on the big walleyes in Oswego and ever guide around booked walleye trips ....looked like salmon season on the harbor and a lot of big fish went home.
We used to go up there 30 or more years ago, one trip my buddy had 10, 11, and 13# walleyes. We fished it at night from a boat and the wall was almost shoulder to shoulder with people who were throwing stick baits and flashers were constantly going off to charge lures, seemed like during the day they were all fishing with night crawlers, there were plenty of boats out around the rock breakwalls also.
A buddy of mine and his BIL go up to Oneida for both ice and in the spring, told them about Oswego and to try it. They haven't done overly great there, but the BIL has one 31 1/2" 10+lbs., not too shabby there's still a few there!!!!
-
i remember when word got out on the big walleyes in Oswego and ever guide around booked walleye trips...
Sometimes it makes me sick to my stomach.... I was one of those guides.my first mate at the time and i still talk about it . We were young and if only knew.
Took 168 in the first 45 days of the season in the early 2000's
-
I remember going over to Oswego and watching charter boats and drift boats trolling at night and smashing 10#ers , well it took many years of pounding but now the average size isn’t even close to what it use to be , guys thought it was a never ending supply , old timers had been catching those old gals for many years before they were discovered by the masses , it won’t happen in my life time but you younger guys keep an eye on what happens up north 😉 some of you fellas that live up there know what I’m talking about on what’s going on
-
Anyone been out of spuce Grove lately... looking for ice conditions as u head for the channel. Cracks to cross?
-
I remember going over to Oswego and watching charter boats and drift boats trolling at night and smashing 10#ers , well it took many years of pounding but now the average size isn’t even close to what it use to be , guys thought it was a never ending supply , old timers had been catching those old gals for many years before they were discovered by the masses , it won’t happen in my life time but you younger guys keep an eye on what happens up north 😉 some of you fellas that live up there know what I’m talking about on what’s going on
after what I seen happen in Oswego I'm surprised there isn't a one fish limit in big walleyes ...I can remember drift boats off the detach wall in the dark with no lights screaming because you came to close and they would fight with the coast guard saying they didn't need lights under man power ...... was crazy
-
It was crazy , ten#,were run of the mill
I remember all that , captains-guides letting their clients keep there limits to and I can also remember the times before all that nonsense
-
We decided to give that Oswego walleye night fishing a try one night ...got over towards the break wall ( with both portable lights on) and all of a sudden in the pitch dark this boat (with no lights on) starts screaming at us that we were "going in the wrong direction" ! **censored** I didn't know we were supposed to go in a certain direction.....they were doing that to avoid collisions or tangled lines while trying to troll along the hot zones.... it was a "follow the leader" procession in the night darkness. It really worked quite well. Most boats were using those giant f-13 rapalas.
That giant walleye picture is awesome and amazing. I would have thought an 18 lb. walleye would have been a little longer than 33 inches. I have caught 32 inch fish in Quinte the first day or 2 of December that only weighed 12 1/2 lbs.
The girth of her is really huge I guess....darn 18 lbs....I don't even dream of walleyes that big!
-
had some of those zombie marks myself this morning Chow.........would just show up on the vex out of nowhere......mostly suspended.......did coax a couple to hit and they were big fish......unfortunatel y lost both fish 6 ft from the hole....one snapped 6 # flouro leader and the other spit it......ticked me off cause I just wanted to see what they were......don't think they were eyes.......guessing sheepies or burbot, but they pulled as hard as any fish I've ever caught thru the ice.....ended up with 9 perch and pulled the plug at 9:30 with that gaddam wind......south shore....31 fow
The one we plucked was suspended 22 feet in 29 feet of water. Was a big white perch. Had a ton come in suspended high and sniff the baits, tried everything to get them to snap.
-
It was crazy , ten#,were run of the mill
I remember all that , captains-guides letting their clients keep there limits to and I can also remember the times before all that nonsense
What was the biggest one you caught
-
What was the biggest one you caught
12# Measured ,weighed , pic and gone , I see your pics of some really nice ones 👍🏻🎣 keep-m coming
-
my biggest was 13lbs 7oz ...casting j-18's blue and silver ..... the detached wall was dangerous place to fish you could be in a collision easy ... and the charter boats would crowd you in a heart beat ....
before word got out and before linear park was built we would fish for the gaints.... but we got tons of 26 inchers and less too .....
and you can google blue pike ...long gone now commercially fished to extinction listed in the 1970's what a shame
-
Awsome fish. Sounds like wild times. Everyone was Young & Reckless at one point. I hope the big river is a little more sturdy then the Oswego, but it will begin to decline some day.. and everyone will say, **censored**! Why? Where did the big walleyes go? Lol. We are notorious from not learning from our mistakes though (Americans).
Sorry to infiltrate and derail this thread. Oneida! Lets see some nice Oneida eyeballs. How come no giants? High density/competition??
-
NNYice you didn’t derail anything , I thought airing that out was a good thing , I’m sure trapp will to ,
-
not just americans people in general are greedy look at japan and china and the decline in fishing off our coast....
from what I seen it was the guides and charters that put the hurrying on oswego's fish .... after a few big ones for pictures everyone went up in the river drifting worms for smaller fish that tasted good .... I'm not sure how long it takes a walleye to get over 10 pounds .... catch on get a picture or put him on the wall ,other then that toss them back catch something that taste good .....I just had walleye sandwich from Oneida lake :thumbsup:
-
Oneida could grow giants.... like the Oswego gig... if guys would learn to put the bigger fish in Oneida back... there would be bigger eyes to catch. Personally, I keep 15-19” fish with an occasional 20”er. Doesn’t hurt to conserve a bit to catch bigger fish later in life. Oneida is a put and take fishery... never hurt the population of eyes.
-
looking in my freezer I know I didn't hurt the population :roflmao:
-
looking in my freezer I know I didn't hurt the population :roflmao:
Best thing they ever did was lower the size limit , and I was skeptical at first but I’ve seen good things come from it , I to toss 20” and over back unless they have issues or maybe a tourney , but that’s just me , i dont say a word when guys keep bigger , it’s a choice 👍🏻it’s all good
-
all this walleye talk makes me wonder about dragging some big white jigs on the bottom hmmmmmmm
-
all this walleye talk makes me wonder about dragging some big white jigs on the bottom hmmmmmmm
Later not right yet 😉
-
few weeks and it will get good right up to closing ..... fish will be heavier too full of eggs
-
Eyes were more aggressive this morning. High marks but moving faster and dropping and firing up on the bait when they saw it. No shorts until I started on the perch too. First time this year I can say that.
I found perch but weeded thru a pile of 8&9” fish to get 9 worth taking home.
Windy as heck but all in all a nice morning out there.
-
Thanks for the report Chow. Good to hear!
-
Fished about 7-1. Had some ice chunks that kept popping up my hole and blocking a couple keepers. Lost 3 keepers, a bunch of pins, but I made it home with a meal. Finicky fish today. Hopefully back at it early a.m..
(https://s18.postimg.cc/mjpxhmcid/IMG_20180203_155147333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mjpxhmcid/)
-
That’s enough fish to clean
-
Looks like a perfect day s10.
Nice job Chow.
-
my biggest was 13lbs 7oz ...casting j-18's blue and silver ..... the detached wall was dangerous place to fish you could be in a collision easy ... and the charter boats would crowd you in a heart beat ....
You are right trap, those giant Rapalas were 18's not 13's..... they give out nice vibrations and gave those walleyes a big target to crush !
Nerve racking and dangerous for sure . 13lbs 7 oz is a monster...never got one close to that anywhere.
Trolling the shoreline over there was hairy too. Those regular charters would "claim" the sweet spot going east towards cemetery, then re-claim it coming back west towards the harbor. We all had boards out too and they would run you in way to shallow and you'd slam a board into the rocks and hang a lure on the bottom if you did not move out of their way !
But I was not a regular there, and they were trying to make a living, so I gave them a WIDE berth when passing .
Nice job on the fish today guy's
-
Walleye were on fire the last 90 mins. Grabbed a limit n sent many back down below. Many over 20”.
-
How much snow is on the ice..horth shore?
-
Fished about 7-1. Had some ice chunks that kept popping up my hole and blocking a couple keepers. Lost 3 keepers, a bunch of pins, but I made it home with a meal. Finicky fish today. Hopefully back at it early a.m..
(https://s18.postimg.cc/mjpxhmcid/IMG_20180203_155147333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mjpxhmcid/)
That looks like a murder scene
-
How much snow is on the ice..horth shore?
An inch or two of snow and quite a bit of bare ice.
Nice job Paul. Much better bite tonight than a couple days ago...
-
coo coo 13-7 and I was beat by 13-9 in the derby
-
Way to go Chow,S10,Paul :clap:
S10, aren't you concerned that red marks the spot?
PerchEyes
-
nice fish guys ,I couldn't get out today
-
Way to go Chow,S10,Paul :clap:
S10, aren't you concerned that red marks the spot?
PerchEyes
That was in my back yard. I don't dump my bucket till I get home unless I drop some blood down the hole to call em in. I have a lid for it during transport. I've been lucky no shanty followers been setting up within 150 yards.
-
Good work Gents!!😎 I’m headed out in the morning.
-
Myself and 3-4 friends are headed up about mid week from Williamsport PA to fish Onedia for the first time.
We'll be staying at the Angler's Bay Cottages and going out on 4 wheelers. We are all really really stoked! (40 something year old men feeling like kids at Christmas!)
Any warnings or advice for us Oneida first timers?
-
Myself, a friend, and his son hit the lake yesterday pm. Less snow up at the lake than the Syracuse area got from the am snowfall. Easy travel maybe an inch of snow on the ice. It’s mostly all blown off. Friends son was using his new camera. Pretty cool seeing how the fish react to and approach the lure. He got some cool video but I’m not sure how to post them.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/n1nd4u1t7/2_A7_F142_E-_FA13-4_ECE-9_BA3-13_E279_A25773.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/n1nd4u1t7/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/3wk3v32kr/AEC3_BFEF-19_A4-459_A-87_A0-824835_EC0_D47.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/3wk3v32kr/)
-
Fishshack that’s a nice bag of walleye
-
Thx Fred. We got lucky and found fish at first spot. Looks like no fishing today as will be stuck in the plow truck. Then pulling for anybody but Patriots!! Good luck to those that get out
-
Nice job S10! Great pics and reports guys
-
want to thank the good guys who towed me in at chapman yesterday. also to the other guy who looked for a plug wrench for me. there is no doubt that ice fishermen are a great bunch of guys!
-
Fishshack that’s a nice bag of walleye
Nice haul FISHSHACK hope some of the right people see this as they have just about forsaken the Big O. it's all in knowing how, when & were tight lines
-
Congrats on the eyes fishshack I'd love a day like that
-
slow morning for me......chapman park.......had a little flury about 10 and ended up with 8 perch for my neighbor......couple short eyes also.......not the best weather day I've ever seen but doable......saw a couple pail sitters on the way in.....brought back memories......looking outside and seeing the prettiest big snowflakes......should put a nice coating of snow for the sledders
-
Onieda has humbled me for the 3rd straight Sunday. Im yet to put a legal eye on the ice..dropped to at the hole at chapman last week..went out of Godfrey this morning. Started at 32ft moved twice to 39 ft..then moved back in working into 18fow..only one short eye..could pull them 6-8 foot off the bottom but they would only watch...I knew it was going to be one of those days when my buddy landed a mudpuppy....maybe I will try a afternoon outing seems like guys do better on the late bite. Ice and drag was good at least
-
Is it snowing? Coming up Tuesday and want to bring the sled.No longer have an atv.Repair cost was more than it was worth. Hate buying used.Only got 3 seasons out of it.
-
When I left it a few hours ago it was a mix of bare spots and a inch or two of snow. I guess enough snow for a shed not to much for 4 wheelers and ok for the draggers like me
-
Fished morning only off of North Shore.
I went to 32ft spot where I did well 2 weeks back.
Lucky enough to ice 7 wallys (smallest 14", largest 18") and 6 perch (not jumbos).
A few biters but most were caught sucking on the perch eye I was using for bait.
Dumped as many as caught due to light bite.
Most on #7 white glow jigging rap, a few on a huge yellow-prism pimple.
Great conditions for sled.
Strangely, all but one perch were male.
Go Pats!
PerchEyes
-
Got a 22" and a few perch today..a 16" four shirts and few more perch yesterday...lite biters..most on glo rapalas tipped with a minnow head
-
Got a 22" and a few perch today..a 16" four shirts and few more perch yesterday...lite biters..most on glo rapalas tipped with a minnow head
Would luv to see a pic of that 16” perch that would be an absolute giant for Oneida
-
I think he meant a 16" eye Freddy.
-
I think he meant a 16" eye Freddy.
Thanks Bruce she confused me a bit, but that’s not hard lol
-
We got about 10" of snow in the past day here in Constantia. Looks like more coming Wednesday...
-
fished mid lake yesterday and was a good eye bite in 25' with 1 ounce kastmaster doing most damage on eyes. Had to move from one hole because I finished my limit and just couldn't get anything but eyes to hit.
The perch have just been tough with only a dozen on spikes , kastmaster, blade bait and dead stick. Just keep switching and using blade or bigger spoon to draw them in. Water was little dirty where I was.
-
fished mid lake yesterday and was a good eye bite in 25' with 1 ounce kastmaster doing most damage on eyes. Had to move from one hole because I finished my limit and just couldn't get anything but eyes to hit.
The perch have just been tough with only a dozen on spikes , kastmaster, blade bait and dead stick. Just keep switching and using blade or bigger spoon to draw them in. Water was little dirty where I was.
1oz wowza, are you battling current?
-
what a crappy forecast for the week.......wind,wind,wind.......heavy snow on wed......oh well.....it's winter after all
-
what a crappy forecast for the week.......wind,wind,wind.......heavy snow on wed......oh well.....it's winter after all
Yup, better stay home scout. I got this. :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
1oz wowza, are you battling current?
No current but big flash sometimes has a big benefit and slamming that slab on the bottom at times results in aggressive fish. Cuts down on short eyes at times too. It's not for many of the rods guys typically use on Oneida but both perch and eyes don't seem to mind heavy metal at times. Braided line and a stiffer than normal stick all good. I hate having to grub in deep water if I can stir them up. Sink traps are typically as long if not longer than the 1oz slab but they flutter farther and get hooked in my dead stick rod too often if I'm running one.
-
I have been fishing the north shore all winter, im getting them but the bite has been slow and not very aggressive. How has Lewis point produced this past weekend?
-
What is a "sink trap"?
-
What is a "sink trap"?
It’s a home made spoon that the old timers used back in the day ,
I to sometimes run big stuff like mcCully for perch , it’s like everything else sometimes it works and sometimes not , thinking out side the box doesn’t hurt
-
Sink trap drain pipe
(https://s13.postimg.cc/u3ffdigpv/20180205_115433.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/u3ffdigpv/)
-
It’s a home made spoon that the old timers used back in the day ,
I to sometimes run big stuff like mcCully for perch , it’s like everything else sometimes it works and sometimes not , thinking out side the box doesn’t hurt
I have a few rolls of old lead solder if anyone wants to make up some. Need to look for the older P traps though as they work better than the new thinner stuff.
-
These in copper are killers but can't find them anymore. Same basic shape as the sink spoons but a bit smaller.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/8xh5c121h/W1000-_H1000-52105_LASTCALL.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/8xh5c121h/)
-
How many of them r laying on the bottom of oneida lake?
-
Anyone out today on 4 wheeler today and how was the traveling...I heard anywhere from 5 -10inches of snow yesterday?
Thanks
-
Would luv to see a pic of that 16” perch that would be an absolute giant for Oneida
What is your biggest or biggest you have seen out of Oneida? I have two 14"ers that ironically caught same day no where near each other. I could never break the 14" mark.
-
I have seen a 14 5/8”
-
15” caught it a few years ago, it’s on the wall Mickeys bait,left of the counter, caught it threw ice north of Dunham’s 18ft weighed 2.2 frozen
-
Anyone out today on 4 wheeler today and how was the traveling...I heard anywhere from 5 -10inches of snow yesterday?
Thanks
. I just got off the ice. Seemed like anywhere from 2-8 inches or so of snow on the ice. Great for sleds, prob not horrible for wheelers, tough for dragging on foot. Found some biters. It’ll get interesting after Wed. Forecast calling for 6+ of additional snow
(https://s17.postimg.cc/aqre957iz/B3963966-_FFAF-4801-8_E8_E-51_B88_B1_A15_E5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/aqre957iz/)
-
15” caught it a few years ago, it’s on the wall Mickeys bait,left of the counter, caught it threw ice north of Dunham’s 18ft weighed 2.2 frozen
That is where I got one of mine. I love fishing that spot but some years not a fish to be found.
-
I got to make a trip down to see Al I’ll take a look , as many times i have been there I’ve never noticed it sorry
-
Nice catch Fishshack. I am going out tomorrow pulling sled. Was your snow report on north or south shore?
-
I have a few rolls of old lead solder if anyone wants to make up some. Need to look for the older P traps though as they work better than the new thinner stuff.
Sink Trap is nothing like what is depicted in pics in posts.
The spoons in these pics depict what guys used to make out of Sutton trolling spoons by adding lead solder to get them down...Swedish pimple made them obsolete somewhat...and modern day spoons like Kastmaster iced their existence...The Sink Trap that old timers on Oneida used was just that...and old school sink trap...like the steel ones that set in grandmas sink...they were cut and grounded...and then big hooks soldered in circle around bottom...with eyelet attached to top...it was a poachers device best used to rip and snag walleye and perch laying on bottom or swimming just above...
-
Worked best attached to a piece of broomstick
-
Ice Vader some of us know exactly what they were and what was the out come , that’s why I didn’t pursue it
-
Those days are gone anyhow...I think...
-
These days the sink trap goes by a different name...Jigging Rap...;)
-
Those days are gone anyhow...I think...
yeah now we have sonars :roflmao:
-
These days the sink trap goes by a different name...Jigging Rap...;)
Now that’s not true I catch a lot of eyes on raps and spoons and they aren’t snagged and I use several types of spoons I don’t snag with them either if that was the case I wouldnt carry a 12# tackle bag just for ice fishing , duh
-
Oh sorry...was not implying that you snag...just defining what was a “sink trap” ... the actual definition of what was used by fishermen in the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and...in some places on Oneida...today...Inter esting thing is that I remember when the first eagle portables showed up on the ice...in the early 80’s...wow...guys took them off their boats...brought them to Lewis Point...and oh man...all those suspended fish suddenly became targets and filled buckets...before that it was bounce, bounce, bounce and wiggle and wait...a foot of the bottom.
-
These days the sink trap goes by a different name...Jigging Rap...;)
Well ?
-
Oh sorry...was not implying that you snag...just defining what was a “sink trap” ... the actual definition of what was used by fishermen in the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and...in some places on Oneida...today...Inter esting thing is that I remember when the first eagle portables showed up on the ice...in the early 80’s...wow...guys took them off their boats...brought them to Lewis Point...and oh man...all those suspended fish suddenly became targets and filled buckets...before that it was bounce, bounce, bounce and wiggle and wait...a foot of the bottom.
there was flashers un the late 60's that I know of ....not colored like today
-
my dad had one ran off two 6 volt square lantern batterys .....
-
Yah...I remeber those...the small eagle graphs that were mounted on coolers or whatever...and hooked to twelve volt worked pretty well...in fact still do...I grew up with graph..so never made the switch to...vex...stuck on lowrance...I don’t see the difference except in shallow water perhaps...
-
I remember the old Lowrance Green Machine and the Hummingbird Bird Trap which I still have one.
-
Yah...I rely on Lowrance elite x and raymarine dragonfly units that I set up as portable...I am stuck on LCD graph...just never made the switch...cost is a factor too...tried to outfit my Elite 7TI to the ice...but does not work with bad ground for touch screen and a scrolling speed issue...I am interested in the hummingbird units that present a stationary cone...no scrolling...might get one...
-
For the price...the Garnin Steuker and lowrance elite x are very adequate
-
What the hell is sink trap you guys speak of??? Will they work on mud monsters and sluggish fish??? What’s the hot color....? Gold or chrome???? 🤔
-
. I just got off the ice. Seemed like anywhere from 2-8 inches or so of snow on the ice. Great for sleds, prob not horrible for wheelers, tough for dragging on foot. Found some biters. It’ll get interesting after Wed. Forecast calling for 6+ of additional snow
(https://s17.postimg.cc/aqre957iz/B3963966-_FFAF-4801-8_E8_E-51_B88_B1_A15_E5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/aqre957iz/)
[/quote
Thanks fishshack
-
I was on a school of walleye probably 20 years ago off North Bay and a couple guys rolled up on me on wheelers and watched me catch one. They power augered holes about 20ft from me and dropped one of those kitchen sink spoons down the hole and started ripping it from the hole to about a foot over their head using a rod that was 3 or 4ft long and started snagging the crap out of eyes. Everything came up sideways.
-
Sounds like some real sportsmen Matt.
-
I saw pics of someones catch a bunch of years back. Maybe 6 years or so.The device and a wooden sled that looked like it had 100 eyes in it. They still poach them like that. Device was just as vader described it. They used a rope though i think.
-
These days Speed dial is a wonderful thing ,
-
Now that’s not true I catch a lot of eyes on raps and spoons and they aren’t snagged and I use several types of spoons I don’t snag with them either if that was the case I wouldnt carry a 12# tackle bag just for ice fishing , duh
No snagging here either. 5/8 ounce blades get bit really often if you know what line and method to use. Had a great rap bite last week where they were inhaling it on the drop. slack line= set hook
-
If I see any law being broken on ice or open water... I won’t hesitate to make a call. Be real careful who your moving in on, and, attempt to break the law!!! End of story!!!
-
We are coming up for the weekend Friday, 2.5 hours away ,what amount of snow they calling for there to be on ice by Friday,?
Thx
-
We are coming up for the weekend Friday, 2.5 hours away ,what amount of snow they calling for there to be on ice by Friday,?
Thx
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...HEAVY SNOW. TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OF 5 TO 8 INCHES, WITH LOCALIZED AMOUNTS UP TO 10 INCHES, ARE EXPECTED.
Lake Effect after that. Already 2" to 6" on lake where I was today. Could all blow away by Friday. Hope not, seen enough winds lately. ??? ???
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
(https://s9.postimg.cc/9l1w2eiyz/zperch.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/9l1w2eiyz/)
-
I remember when I was about 15 or so,my brother and I made some spoons out some actual forks that my mom was going to throw away.cut off the fork,drilled holes on both ends,attached hooks with o rings and off we went.my dad dropped us off at borio's,walked out east of the islands,spuded two holes,and started jigging.no bait.we caught about 20 nice slab perch and 3 keeper waldos between us.our dad met us at sundown and was so happy that we slammed on lures we made!! Best day ever!!
-
thx zeker,greatly appreciate info
-
Got out after work for the evening bite. Fished from 4-5:30. 3-6 inches of snow on top of 15 inches of ice where I was. Decided to try a bit shallower than I normally fish so I drilled over 20 fow. I like fishing a little shallower near structure before approaching storms. Started marking fish immediately but had trouble getting them to commit. Took the bait off my jigging rap and it was game on. Ended up going 7 for 10 on eyes. Two of the fish I landed were shorts and the other 5 were keepers. It was nice to get on em as I’ve been a slave to my job lately lol. That was my first trip out in 2 weeks. Should have my sled back soon so I can get out after this snow we are supposed to get.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/x9qkp5ua3/5_B6_A17_B7-4_FBB-4_C6_A-9025-_E353301100_AE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/x9qkp5ua3/)
-
Good job Bobby
-
Nice job, Dead!! :thumbsup:
-
More snow on the way ,😡
-
Were suppose to get over a foot here they just closed school
-
Fished 27 ft yesterday and the eyes were biting way up in the water column. Got a limit jigging 10-15 down. Not sure why they were cruising so high
-
I remember when I was about 15 or so,my brother and I made some spoons out some actual forks that my mom was going to throw away.cut off the fork,drilled holes on both ends,attached hooks with o rings and off we went.my dad dropped us off at borio's,walked out east of the islands,spuded two holes,and started jigging.no bait.we caught about 20 nice slab perch and 3 keeper waldos between us.our dad met us at sundown and was so happy that we slammed on lures we made!! Best day ever!!
Nice story swampking.
No ATV , no snomobile, no auger , no electronics, no shack, no bait {catch your bait),...... just a couple of jigging rods, a spud bar, and some home made lures !
....man have things changed !
Nice job on the shallow eyes Bobby Deadeyez .
-
Nice job Deadeyez!!!
Oh, and I never bait my jigging raps. :nono: ;D
-
Nice Deadeyez!!! Way to throw em a curve. Going to have to try that next time they are being finiky.
-
Bobby being the old wore out carpenter you are 😉I think the sno sled is going to come in handy after this ,
I tried heading north yesterday but I turned around at Adams , it was miserable, visibility was poor at best ,
-
Got out after work for the evening bite. Fished from 4-5:30. 3-6 inches of snow on top of 15 inches of ice where I was. Decided to try a bit shallower than I normally fish so I drilled over 20 fow. I like fishing a little shallower near structure before approaching storms. Started marking fish immediately but had trouble getting them to commit. Took the bait off my jigging rap and it was game on. Ended up going 7 for 10 on eyes. Two of the fish I landed were shorts and the other 5 were keepers. It was nice to get on em as I’ve been a slave to my job lately lol. That was my first trip out in 2 weeks. Should have my sled back soon so I can get out after this snow we are supposed to get.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/x9qkp5ua3/5_B6_A17_B7-4_FBB-4_C6_A-9025-_E353301100_AE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/x9qkp5ua3/)
I have wheels and i'm available in the afternoons for the night bite, no problem.
Just started snowing here, lets see if it lasts or it is just weather people crying wolf again. :)
-
Took the bait off my jigging rap and it was game on.
Did you ever try fishing chubby darters on Oneida? In that situation it might be a good option and they work very well at times on a couple of our lakes here.
-
I had a spud to start out with then a spoon auger .....rods were home made broken rods with a wooden dowel handle and bent wire to wrap black Dacron line on sinker 2 hooks and a stop at martys bait in port Ontario .....bobber watching then we moved up to a Swedish pimple or a pop top with a hook and a split shot ....I remember ice fisherman stopping at the wigwam for a few drinks after ..... life was good
-
Did well this summer out of the boat jigging perch with a chubby darter. We were on a slow drift, and I was able to keep the lure under the transducer, just like ice fishing, tease 'em up. It was great until my buddies figured out what I was up to, then they all seemed to want to fish in my corner. lol.
-
I have wheels and i'm available in the afternoons for the night bite, no problem.
Just started snowing here, lets see if it lasts or it is just weather people crying wolf again. :)
Was that you I saw yesterday afternoon out on the ice. Had a guy circle us on same sled as u have.
-
Thanks guys! I usually don’t bait my jigging raps either Bruce. The eyes usually can’t resist the action of those lures without bait on them. I never used the darter slipbob. Usually never have to leave my tried and true whether casting or jigging. I think it’s more of a confidence thing for me.
-
A lot of guys don't like the light weight sluggish feel of the chubby, but some days the fish go bonkers for that action. "Some days" ;)
-
A lot of guys don't like the light weight sluggish feel of the chubby, but some days the fish go bonkers for that action. "Some days" ;)
That's great you tried them out of the boat. I've never used them in open water but once you start getting down past say 20 feet you start to lose a little feel on the drop but when walleyes are responsive to the chubby "D"'s you won't miss the bite :tipup:
-
Thanks guys! I usually don’t bait my jigging raps either Bruce. The eyes usually can’t resist the action of those lures without bait on them. I never used the darter slipbob. Usually never have to leave my tried and true whether casting or jigging. I think it’s more of a confidence thing for me.
Gotcha and I think we're all the same with confidence baits on our home lake or lakes. I try and force myself to fish different ways at least commit to it for an hour or so. Last couple years I've been using the snap raps out of the boat while slowly backtrolling humps and points after marking walleyes and having good luck with that when they quit biting bucktails or plastics. The snap raps you never feel the hit but they are just there when you go and lift it again.
-
I had a spud to start out with then a spoon auger .....rods were home made broken rods with a wooden dowel handle and bent wire to wrap black Dacron line on sinker 2 hooks and a stop at martys bait in port Ontario .....bobber watching then we moved up to a Swedish pimple or a pop top with a hook and a split shot ....I remember ice fisherman stopping at the wigwam for a few drinks after ..... life was good
careful Trap....my favorite finesse rod is 25 years old, at least.....old wooden dowel handle......crap, I am gettin old....just can't part with some things
-
I have a box of chubby darters up to 2.5” I have used them on Oneida I have caught a few eyes and some perch ,tough to beat a rap and spoons
-
careful Trap....my favorite finesse rod is 25 years old, at least.....old wooden dowel handle......crap, I am gettin old....just can't part with some things
Still have a few of my old home made ice rods like yours and trappers . The tip of an old broken full size fiberglass fishing rod and a wooden dowel handle..no reel.
In fact ,looking back , fished for years and years and never had a reel on a jigging rod. Set the hook and hand line 'em in. First reel I ever put and used on a jigging rod was one of those round plastic ones .
Still have an original spoon auger too ...and even knowing it will never be used again , just can't get rid of it. Like you said scout, "just can't part with some things".
Would like to know if the snow is piling up on Oneida ? (don't have the web cam )
I've got afew Chubby darters too, in 2 sizes,....great colors and finishes, but I never had much luck with them.
-
Still have a few of my old home made ice rods like yours and trappers . The tip of an old broken full size fiberglass fishing rod and a wooden dowel handle..no reel.
In fact ,looking back , fished for years and years and never had a reel on a jigging rod. Set the hook and hand line 'em in. First reel I ever used on a jigging rod was one of those round plastic ones .
Still have an original spoon auger too ...and even knowing it will never be used again , just can't get rid of it. Like you said scout, "just can't part with some things".
Would like to know if the snow is piling up on Oneida ? (don't have the web cam )
I've got afew Chubby darters too, in 2 sizes,....great colors and finishes, but I never had much luck with them.
Webcam http://oneidalakeview.com/webcams/oneida+lake+view/first
-
I have tried a chubby darter a few times and always went back to the rap. I even tried it out of the boat last year. Maybe I need to give it more time, I am sure it is a confidence thing.
Snowing steady here choo choo. Guessing we have gotten about 4" so far.
-
Thanks perchice and reeleyz...want to get up there in the next few days or week end.
-
snowing pretty good in Maple Bay.....like reeleyz said around 3-4" so far.....could make wheelers a tough go without chains
-
Thanks perchice and reeleyz...want to get up there in the next few days or week end.
Hey Steve you need to meet us up on the river sometime soon. The fishing has been pretty good this year.
-
Hi kc.. Will pm you when I get up north...
Got to find elusive jumbo perch on Oneida first !
say hi to kowboy for me ...have not seen any Oneida reports from either of you .
PM sent to you kc
-
Hi kc.. Will pm you when I get up north...
Got to find elusive jumbo perch on Oneida first !
say hi to kowboy for me ...have not seen any Oneida reports from either of you .
PM sent to you kc
I don't fish Oneida very often, so I don't know my way around there very well.
-
careful Trap....my favorite finesse rod is 25 years old, at least.....old wooden dowel handle......crap, I am gettin old....just can't part with some things
my finesse rods for the past 30 years been 36 inch micro lite bream rods with 2 pound golden stren ... the broom handle rods were 60 years ago lol
-
I just purchased an ultra_light tickle stick 27" long I have many different types of rods including custom ones but after landing a limit of gills yesterday, this may be my rod of choice.
-
27 is ok in a shanty when your sitting down but a 36 is great for walking around and in 1o foot of water I don't need a reel
-
Guys that run machines out of Godfrey use extreme caution .... the crack opened up at the end of boat launch my spud went through with 2 whacks. I'm a walker so I accessed the lake directly in front of state launch sign..... right of concrete pier. Fishing was slow managed a 17" eye and a bunch of smaller perch . Raps worked better than spoons for me yesterday no meat .
-
Thanks for the heads up about the launch , I personally don’t use the launch either as it is very unpredictable, many people have got wet and muddy over the years , it doesnt freeze well ,
-
Hey XxFISH4EYEZxX
Were you there before the snow or after the snow came yesterday?
-
hey gentelmen
we will be headed that way tommorow morning for weekend wondering on amount of snow you got from this "storm" that didnt really happen here
we go out of park at sylvan beech,
thx
-
So has anyone taken a walk on the northside towards cleveland area after this bit of snow we got?
-
I live in front of the Jewel DEC access and as of right now we’re just shy of 12” of heavy lake effect snow
-
Was that you I saw yesterday afternoon out on the ice. Had a guy circle us on same sled as u have.
Maybe so , I been riding the lake A lot as the trails suck. I haven't rode around anyone though. I did pull some sleds in for some guys from Pulaski last week when there was a full blown blizzard on. They were walking into the wind towards Taft park, about 1 1/2 miles out, saved their day I think.
:)
-
Maybe so , I been riding the lake A lot as the trails suck. I haven't rode around anyone though. I did pull some sleds in for some guys from Pulaski last week when there was a full blown blizzard on. They were walking into the wind towards Taft park, about 1 1/2 miles out, saved their day I think.
No matter what they say, Timmy, you’re all right!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :thumbsup:
:)
-
4 wheelers are on the ice,I’vegot my Side by side on the ice with no issues. Walking would be hard
-
crossed the lake from Williams park to wantry area.......bumpy ride with the sled......drifted snow anywhere from 3" to 12"......saw some wheelers out and they were going slow but making it....I would think chains would be helpful......thick snow cover has got the fish a little sluggish IMHO....did get a dozen perch and dumped a couple eyes but they were not very aggressive.....beautif ul day ......no wind to speak of
-
Thanks for the reports guys
-
Scout, that was always one of my favorite spots! Perch on the bottom in 19' and walleyes would show up above them.
I had several of my best days there. I first found it after launching from Three Mile Bay...Word was out that guys were catching pike off Doris Park. I could see their group.
It was just after 1st ice when it was just getting good to go on a machine. I don't like crowds and I knew Wantry meant structure, so I headed there. I got lucky and hit the right spot! Later when it was good to go everywhere, I went to Spruce Grove and paid to leave my machine and shanty there.
Then I'd travel to Spruce Grove each day. It was much better than towing each day.
All the Oldtimers would leave the marina around the same time each morning and head for their favorite spot...Shantytown, let's call it. I'd just keep going until no one followed me...I figured the noise from all those guys herded the fish to another spot...away from the noise...I fished there off and on all season...Sounds like it's still a good spot to check.
I'm remembering it right now, like it was yesterday. What a blast fishing in a hut with a heater AND with a fishfinder!! ;D
All that snow can be a game changer, that's for sure. In your yard or on the lake!
Knee deep snow sucks on the ice! I hated getting stuck after the track on the sled spins all the snow out from under it and then it just spins on the ice...
But it's not just icefishing, it's an Adventure! @)
You guys be safe out there shoveling, plowing or fishing...no matter where you fish. :tipup:
-
Hey XxFISH4EYEZxX
Were you there before the snow or after the snow came yesterday?
I was there Tuesday and yesterday before the storm . It was different to have the whole place to myself lol doesn't happen often. I seen two guys start heading out but turned around and one guy watching me from parking lot.
-
Thanks for the heads up about the launch , I personally don’t use the launch either as it is very unpredictable, many people have got wet and muddy over the years , it doesnt freeze well ,
Not at all and just deep enough to ruin your day and now that it's covered in snow... not good.
-
I hit the ice this afternoon. Probably a 10 inches-foot of snow on the ice. Not sloppy underneath as of tonight. That may change. Great for the sled. I definitely wouldn’t want to be walking/dragging though. Have a few more inches of snow coming in the next day and a half as well. Landed a 16”,20”, 21” and two shorts. I also forgot my heater and realized what a spoiled baby I am 😀. Brrrrr!!
-
Good job fishshack
-
It’s a home made spoon that the old timers used back in the day ,
I to sometimes run big stuff like mcCully for perch , it’s like everything else sometimes it works and sometimes not , thinking out side the box doesn’t hurt
I remember that day you spanked me and Spanky with the big spoon TOI painted, perch were powerless to resist ;D
-
Way to go Fishshack. You have them figured out!
-
I rode the lake last night after dark as the C4 trail was wadded, it was A hell of A ride with all that snow. I found A bad slushy spot in Bernhards bay, but it is over by Dickinson island and won't affect most people there. Wheelers are gonna have A tough time of it for sure, I saw one coming in from grassy last night and he was getting through it.
:)
-
hey guys - anybody know the ice conditions off Chapman by the shoals?
i was going to head to Cayuga this weekend but ice conditions are very poor i guess
-
I was out of Chapman yesterday. Walked out to 32 feet the drag SUCKED! Was wishing for my wheeler as there was some out there. On the flip side they are predicting more snow so a sled would be better. Ice was 12 to 15 no slush bite was slow
-
thanks Zimmy - i consider the drag my work out for the week so it should be a solid work out this weekend
-
Fished off Lewis. Drag is def slow. Bite is also. Marked a bunch. Got one nice Waldorf and a couple nice perch.
-
Fished yesterday afternoon and this morning, got 1 eye but lost 3 dew to line breaking (6lb mono). Should I be using something other than that, any help would be great
-
Shouldnt be breaking off with 6lb. Sounds like u need to spool some new line on!
-
Yea. Like Qdawg said- 6 should be fine unless it’s old/brittle. Lots of guys even use 4
-
Yep sounds like your line is old maybe drag set to tight as well but it takes a lot of fish to break 6#
-
Changed the mono, try again in the morning. Thanksgiving
-
Changed the mono, try again in the morning. Thanksgiving
You sure Mike isn’t screwing with you by nicking your line???
-
Was out by 3mile today with wheeler had chains will travel! No snow over 6 inches from what I saw bite slow
-
I felt the bite off lewis was good today. Was able to get a limit and two perch. Drag was to be reckoned with. Got to target the high flyers.
-
I fished out of Apps this morning, tough bite to say the least, first drop I caught a real nice perch but that was it, had some lookers though, made one other move to deeper water and had no marks so I called it a day around 12:30. Snow was 8-12" , my 4 wheeler didn't have much trouble with it....
-
good early morning bite for the eyes today......got 3 with a few throw backs.......perch were a little finicky with a half dozen hittin the pail......gaddam jigging rap hooks cost me a few fish.....tough gettin those fat eyes up a 6" hole ;D.....all the machines I saw were handling the conditions fine.....
-
I cut the hooks off of my 7's, cut front hook off the 5's and left 3's as is.I also added a split ring with bigger trebles. Too many times that front hook catches the hole and they're gone! Can't tell you how many times I've iced an eye to have the Rap fallout of its mouth!
-
Don't cut off the hooks, drill bigger holes and guide them up through.
-
Nice job on the eyes and thanks for the reports, guys.
Glad to hear wheelers are still a go. Now we'll see what this snow/ice does.
Can't tell you how many times I've iced an eye to have the Rap fallout of its mouth!
Maybe because you're cutting the hooks off?
-
well i got to say this is a tough year for me as far as catchin fish .... all my normal spots seem to hold fish but getting them to hit is another matter all together.... fished from noon to 5 today six spots all had fish at them 2 i marked fish instantly only 2 perch and a short....its been awhile since i struggled like this...i hope the march bite improves glad to see some of you guys r scratching out a few....
-
So figured id ask this here since you guys know everything there is to know about eyes. I caught a eye yesterday in a lake by my house and it had blue slime coming off the tail. Anyone have an idea of what that was about? Never seen an eye with blue slime.
-
Nice job on the eyes and thanks for the reports, guys.
Glad to hear wheelers are still a go. Now we'll see what this snow/ice does.
Maybe because you're cutting the hooks off? 95% of the hookups have been on the treble hook whether it was a keeper eye or a 9" perch! The Moonshine Raps don't have a front hook and maybe it's marketing maybe not. I also added a leader with a barrel swivel to give me an idea how much space I have left to play with. The smaller Raps get inhaled so it doesn't seem to matter
-
So figured id ask this here since you guys know everything there is to know about eyes. I caught a eye yesterday in a lake by my house and it had blue slime coming off the tail. Anyone have an idea of what that was about? Never seen an eye with blue slime.
...its actually called a bluefinn waleye..blue slime willvdrip off and onto the ice its not a dark blue but there is blue in the finn
-
Well today was rough day out by lewis for me very slow and lot
of window shoppers only couple takers. ended the day with 4 jacks and one keeper eye
Fished the same spot Tuesday and managed a limit and 37 hog perch
fish held real tight to bottom today and most of the suspended marks I had today
ran as soon as I jigged up to it . Still managed a nice meal with lot of work
As far as walk , well it sucked getting real hard on walkers was like the good old days lol
Getting too old to walk through heavy snow , glad it has been great season so far ice conditions and fishing
being a walker I'm going to have to wait for the snow to settle or melt lol
GOOD LUCK TO ALL esp THE WALKERS THIS WEEKEND , TAKE YOUR TIME BE SAFE DONT GIVE YOURSELF
A HEART ATTACK
-
...its actually called a bluefinn waleye..blue slime willvdrip off and onto the ice its not a dark blue but there is blue in the finn
thats what I figured after reading a bunch of stuff online. Had the same colors as a regular eye.... I thought the blue ones were extinct?
-
No they are still around i got a few out of owasco lake yrs back no idea how many there are or how they get that way..maybe someone will chime in and know ..
-
I’ve seen a few blue eyes come out of Eaton Brook Res,it’s been maybe 15 yrs ago
-
Neat article explaining it.
https://freemap.ca/articles/articles.php/Blue+Walleye
-
hmm interesting.... guess it still had a lot of the yellow pigment in it because the coloration looked like a normal eye. thanks for the info
-
(https://s9.postimg.cc/67ruxwdwb/79950_ADE-_F1_F2-44_EC-8_A5_C-15_DADDCE8_E4_E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/67ruxwdwb/)
Fished out from constantia today,morning bite was fantastic but then it slowed down for us. Did great on the eyes but couldn’t locate the jumbos. Definitely sleds are the way to go but wheelers were getting through it.
-
Wow that 1 Waldo was a fatty!!how big?nice job!!
-
Thanks my friend Steve landed that monster this morning. I believe he said it was 22 or 23 inches.
-
Good job with the conditions that are out there.That female looks like she's ready to spawn!
-
If you go out of Godfrey , don't go out the boat launch or you are gonna get wet. Take the side trail to the left. :)
CNY
-
Nice solid eye for Oneida, well done
-
Nice job on the eyes. I had my worst day since the first time out back in December. The old skunk! Zero keepers. Handful of shorts and decent perch.
Snow was real wet and heavy late in the day but travel was still doable A bit of a chore for the wheeler and I would not want to be on foot, myself.
We’ll see what this rain does to it. Good luck to all venturing out tomorrow.
-
Rewolf how ya been,Mike was up fishing 2weeks ago,just about when everything went to hell. Could it be,na!
-
Rewolf how ya been,Mike was up fishing 2weeks ago,just about when everything went to hell. Could it be,na!
-
true blue pike lived in lake erie with a few fish being caught in Oswego river ,they were declared extinct
from the new York DEC
Blue Pike
Blue Pike Image
Sander vitreum glaucum
Blue pike lived in Lake Erie and the Niagara River until 1964 and is now extinct. It spawned in tributaries but otherwise lived in nearshore and offshore areas. Occasional catches in Lake Ontario and the mouth of the Oswego River were considered downstream migrants.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/94668.html (http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/94668.html)
-
Rewolf how ya been,Mike was up fishing 2weeks ago,just about when everything went to hell. Could it be,na!
Good! We need to get together!!
I wouldn’t put it past him Barry....lol
-
anyone know if the slush is in good shape on big bay????
-
I’m at camp 3or 4days a week just let me know when
-
Well tough bite for me this weekend with a few perch and some pins. Plenty of marks just pushing stuff around. Water 1" deep around my holes going to be slushy spots.
-
Yesterday morning was slow. Couldn't seem to find consistent marks or a bite called it a day with 3 perch after 4 moves. Today was a different ball game. Set up 19 ft of water and had my 3 keepers and 5 pins in 45 minutes or so. Made a move to find some perch and pulled 2 more keepers up and a short and 5 perch in 30ft. Packed up by 11. Now I gotta wait till Saturday to get back out. Can't wait. I love having a good winter again.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/3pmx3ttit/IMG_20180211_072742300.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/3pmx3ttit/)
(https://s10.postimg.cc/bv4z1zphh/IMG_20180211_115046454.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/bv4z1zphh/)
(https://s10.postimg.cc/54ohsjmw5/IMG_20180211_130617576.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/54ohsjmw5/)
-
Nice catch!
-
fished yesterday and today...........bite was not bad saturday with 2 eyes and 12 perch......sunday tried some new water......shak shoals......marked fish but was a struggle to get em to commit.....3 moves and 4 perch was all she wrote......from what I hear that has been the story out there this year......rain sucked
-
Well done Jason , scout you will Gett-m next time , great running with the sled , wheelers were getting around ok , chains wouldn’t hurt
-
Nice job guys!
-
Nice catches guys!! 3 of us got out for the am bite. We got 7 total but the ones we marked sure were fussy. The snow is melting down some and there was a bit more slush around. Going to try some bacon wrapped walleyes sometime this week.
(https://s17.postimg.cc/nc58lx5aj/CAEE5_D34-_A62_C-48_DE-85_E5-89_AF96708_BF1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/nc58lx5aj/)
-
Looks like the wheeler guys are gonna Dodge a bullet. Lake was slushing up coming in today but next weekend will be back to a clean slate maybe even melting sliders and overheating my old xlt. Will see.
-
Scout I have no idea whats up with the shoals this year fish are there but will not bite
-
Scout I have no idea whats up with the shoals this year fish are there but will not bite
certainly was the case today......marked a bunch of fish........I think there a ton of gobies out there, which might have an effect....although they would chase the bait with authority but most times stop short......weird
-
we took our annual weekend ice trip to onieda this weekend best weekend on ice there ever for us ,only one keeper eye (alot of shorts) one nice burbott ....but brought home over 100 nice perch and half were tanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ice was great and weather for most part great!
Having a sled to pull stuff out and back in was great
hope to get back again this ice season
-
Looking at the forecast there is more 30s and 40s than 20s. It looks like we are going to start heading in the wrong direction. :'(
-
Looking at the forecast there is more 30s and 40s than 20s. It looks like we are going to start heading in the wrong direction. :'(
I was just looking at the 10 day and its not showing much for below 32 degrees next week and rain.
-
I think you're right Bruce, and I just got my sled fixed.
I got out on my sled yesterday for the first time in a long time, thanks again KP. I got a limit of eyes and 8 perch. Lots of lookers that wouldn't commit. I had a guy set up pretty close to me around noon, I think he spooked fish to me or something, I caught all the keeper eyes, 5 of the good perch and a pile of eyes that were just short in the next hour or so. Seemed the fish were there but really funky acting most of the day. I relocated 6 times and 4 of the holes had fish come off the bottom on the first drop but then they would disperse pretty quickly, weird.
-
Be careful crossing the crack heading toward grassy from constantia. Started looking a little shady on the way in last night
-
Hey guys anyone think it'll be ok for a wheeler this weekend? Heading out with the gf for a weekend trip. We're excited lol good luck guys.
-
Can anyone recommend lodging on southern shore around Lewis point fishing it for the first time this weekend figured make a trip out of it
-
Be careful crossing the crack heading toward grassy from constantia. Started looking a little shady on the way in last night
I crossed that crack on foot headed for grassy Sunday...a couple hits and the spud went through and had to cross elsewhere.As far as fishing was concerned I ended up with a limit of eyes & 2 jumbos with a few throw backs. Had to switch it up with different lures to make them bite then it shut down when the rain moved in.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/r880h9q79/20180211_155911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/r880h9q79/)
-
There's a hotel in Canastota only about 15 minutes from Lewis point.good luck!!
-
I crossed that crack on foot headed for grassy Sunday...a couple hits and the spud went through and had to cross elsewhere.As far as fishing was concerned I ended up with a limit of eyes & 2 jumbos with a few throw backs. Had to switch it up with different lures to make them bite then it shut down when the rain moved in.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/r880h9q79/20180211_155911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/r880h9q79/)
....nice job on the catch! I almost put the wheeler through it on the way off last night. Took about a 2foot nose dive but powered across it.
-
Yes sir that good old puckering affect ,
Glad you able to power out
-
my latest big bay trip !!!!! as I pulled into the 4 dollar parking area and I was talking to Freddie I realized I did something I have never done before ...left my spikes home ...great a quick trip to bartles and back ...I park and got out ... great windy .....take a hit off the inhaler cover my face and drag to the access pipe ......someone had to do it and I'm sure I wasn't first .... I sliped on the ice and landed on my .......buttock sooooo a few minutes of catching my breath and cursing the local land owners that tore that spot up I headed out to the magical sunfish grounds ....oh boy .....no this isn't my first rodeo and I may have been on this water a time or two before so I headed way out ..... not a hit other then the pickerel that swallowed my jig and did not recover from the removeal ... oh well i'll count him on my pickerel limit I headed in close in hopes for some gills ....now a few guys were pulling fish so I set up camp great no propane in heater ..... set up getting cold but I'm tough ,really wish I brought coffee 2 hours later and 4 holes drilled ...4 small blue gills I decide to make my final move to mc donalds for a large 99 cent coffee ....putting my stuff away I notice I'm sore .... I went to put the cover on my auger ....ouch another first I'm leaving a blood trail on the ice ...bandaids come out of my wallet I notice it's still windy cold and now snowing .... the access still sucks I still hurt and I decide i'll leave my gear and get my truck .... I hurry and pull my truck down, toss my gear in, getting into my truck wheezing cold and bloody a women that reminded me of a Klingon from star trek pulls up at worp speed and decides to take out her lifes frustrations on me ,screaming I'm blocking her drive way and there is clearly a sign posted .... now I'm not in a good mood but I know better then to fight when this is our only access and clearly this gorilla girl could kick my ass ..... I apologize and figure it's done ...oh no ....she wants me to see the sign she gets out and points to the sign ....biting my tongue and fighting the impulse to tell her I work for national grid and it is illegal to post signs on our poles I said ty ma'am, I didn't see that ....I leave go to mc donalds get my coffee to realize my wallet is in my suit in my shanty locked in the back of my truck .....I count a dollar 8 in change hand it to the kid and head home........it was not my best day .............my advice watch out for the Klingon and the icy rocks feel free to use my holes they are like brand new no fish removed threw them ....I'm going to otisgo
-
Went out from Constantia towards the shoals, crusty snow with some slush under it but walkable. Ice was about 8" and cut easy. Marked no fish- caught as many.
-
Holy crap trap ;D that rhimes sounds like you had a blast from the past...hopefully your buttocks arent to sore ..and glad you didnt hurt your back...you better stick with otisco...at least until open water...either that or stay away from fred. ;D..and STAY AWAY FROM BROOM HILDA
-
Sorry to hear of your bad outing Trap!! We all have had days like that. But, I would’ve paid for your coffee and breakfast if I was there and you indeed told that Klingon your national grid story!!!! 😜 give them hell next time bud!!!🎣🕳
-
no kp I wouldn't risk more bs over that access spot ,I just told her I was sorry I didn't see the sign ...but driving away below my dash I was waving a universal hand gesture to her ..... and now I look back at the day I'm smiling ...... i'll make up for it today :thumbsup:
-
Well Trap at least you got out and had some fun.... this is fun isn't it?
-
lol ..........hey the pickerel had a worse day then me :roflmao:
-
Good story trap im sorry but sounds like a few days ive had my back still sore
-
Glad your ok bud
Dam trapp I think some of my luck rubbed off onto you from the other day , well I guess release will have to stop down and lay some of his charm on her 😘
on a better note I ran into 1 of our local wardens yesterday and had a nice conversation
-
She sounds like a real sweetheart. :o
I hope you have a better day today Trap.
-
Trap, it takes a day like that to make the next day GREAT....It could have been worst, that women could have been on her way to work at Mac D's...h2l
-
Calmly say with a big smile “don’t tell me,let me guess......you didn’t vote for trump”. Then take three steps back and watch the meltdown🤣
-
You explained the whole problem it was freddy getting the skunk off so he and snag could go lip rippin!!!!
-
Trapped, that was some story, angry old lady I guess! I to am NG...gas pressure dept., beacon north.
-
thank you Trapper.....it's stories like that, that make my bad days more tolerable........laugh it off and start anew tomorrow bud
-
35 large gills and some decent company .....all good today ;D
-
Nice job trapp
-
The luck usually averages out Trap. Nice catch. My son and I got out for eyes the past two pms. Last night we didn’t mark many and landed 3 total. Tonight there were more fish around. I landed 3 and he got 2. There was about 15 inches of ice where we were and the snow on top is melting down and firming up. The warmth in the forecast is not looking too good for the ice.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/rrbjywyvv/76025_CE5-66_D2-40_F9-_B3_B0-785_C94_FDCE87.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rrbjywyvv/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/stlqhhckb/FDB91_A9_E-_D3_EC-4585-8_FF7-6291_B51_FEABE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/stlqhhckb/)
-
Freddie and a easy on and off lol
-
Nice job fishshack.
-
Nive catch fishshack..that ones a fattie
-
Nive catch fishshack..that ones a fattie
X2
-
Thx guys. Even blind squirrels find nuts sometimes. Fish have been fussy. Downsizing seemed to help last night
-
Nice job trap way to recover great catch fishshack !!!
-
Great job fishshack.
-
Never hear of sheepshead being caught through the ice. What are the sheepies up to during the winter? Maybe some of those marks that show no interest in biting?
-
Never hear of sheepshead being caught through the ice. What are the sheepies up to during the winter? Maybe some of those marks that show no interest in biting?
Yep. Definitely some of them. I put the camera down at LP earlier this year and when the screen would fill up on the sonar it was hundreds of sheepies. The sheep never reacted to the bait but there were a few eyes and a pickerel traveling with them that did. They must react once in a while though because I have caught a couple.
-
Thanks Chowdaire, I don't have a camera but that confirms my suspicions. Zombie Sheep.
-
Condolences to my friend Big Jim on the passing of his Mom this past Monday. She was a very nice lady.If you see Big Jim,give him a hug.It's tough to loose your Mother
-
That is sad news polarbear.
-
Yep. Definitely some of them. I put the camera down at LP earlier this year and when the screen would fill up on the sonar it was hundreds of sheepies. The sheep never reacted to the bait but there were a few eyes and a pickerel traveling with them that did. They must react once in a while though because I have caught a couple.
I've used my camera at LP before to see what all those marks and just as you said it was a school of sheepheads with Walleye mixed in and as the school passed we'd catch a few eyes. Seems like they would pick thru what the sheephead stirred up
-
My thoughts and prayers are with you Big Jimmy.
I got out for couple hours late morning and again for last couple hours before dark. Beautiful day to be out. Fishing was crap for me today. One pin pike and lost a keeper on the way up. Back at it tomorrow
-
Very sorry for your loss, Big Jimmy. May she Rest In Peace.
-
big jim ,our prayers
-
Sorry for your loss big jim, prayers to family and friends.
-
Prayers sent Big Jim. Sorry for your loss .
-
SORRY big jim
-
Prayers are with ya big jim
-
well , this extended weather forecast does not look good, just checked the camera , she's lookin a little soft on top ?
-
2 of us got out tonight. My son was hooked up and landed a keeper within a minute on his first drop. I thought we were in for a great night. Kiss of death!! He had dropped one other and I never got a hit. I checked out several spots and marked very few tonight. Tough night. The top was getting mushy and there was some water on top in spots on the ride in. I’m not liking the forecast!! Too warm for February l
(https://s17.postimg.cc/70z7d78sb/DB6_A67_B3-93_AA-4_FF2-_AD5_A-55_CCBAA14286.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/70z7d78sb/)
-
Nice walleye freddy
-
Nice fish guys can't wait for tomorrow, thinking I'll have to be cautious on the wheeler.
-
Got out this evening. First spot was a bust so made a quick move. Got a few marks and landed one keeper eye then lost a slob at the hole. Was heaviest eye I’ve hooked all winter. I was on 16 inches of ice. Was a little wet on way in. Should firm up for the weekend then it’s anyone’s guess next week with the warm temps coming.
-
Same here tonight. One nice eye, cruising 8’ down over 29’. 3 decent perch and some shorts. That was all. Dead at dark.
Wet on top but ice is in great shape.
-
I don't post much but I got out today, nice to fish in a t shirt for an hour or so around noon. Got a few perch some short eyes and a nice ling. I kept the ling to try. Wow is all can say.... delicious!!!! Boiled in lemon juice and old bay then sautéed in garlic butter... Now that's some good eats!
-
long term forecast dosnt look great but only a few nights dosnt get below 32degrees Tuesday we may loose some ice it said 62 as a high WOW... shore will get bad before the main ice is unsafe
-
Ice season will come to an end fast to when it comes..because of the rain...if its not run off from snow ..its rain...
-
I don't like the forecast but it's far from over ......
-
I don't like the forecast but it's far from over ......
X2
-
of course I will be wearing my float bibs and have my spud
-
Ice season will come to an end fast to when it comes..because of the rain...if its not run off from snow ..its rain...
What? Over? Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? He!! no!
-
Reel funny!!
-
Good job fellas,
Not over by a long shot
-
Headed up tonight for a long weekend. We have camps on the east end and fish a lot in the spring/summer but haven't been out on the ice in many years. Would someone mind telling me if we can park at Taft Bay Park or I am told there is a roadway to the West of it where you can drive down to park and then take a trail through the woods for lake access? Thank you in advance!
-
And is Rick still open at App's? Sorry to bother with the questions...much appreciated. :tipup:
-
And is Rick still open at App's? Sorry to bother with the questions...much appreciated. :tipup:
Yes
-
Any opinions on if wheelers will be ok tomorrow morning? Hoping whatever mess is on top will freeze tonight. Will shoreline be weak from rain and warm temps?
-
wheelers are good not much of a mess just wet might set up tonight
-
Another slow morning for me. Took about 10 moves to land on fish. Ended with 2 keepers and one just short. Eyes were high in the water column, perch on the bottom. I made up my mind I wasn't going to clean perch today, kinda wish I hadn't because after a bunch of 8 inchers early some chunks moved in.
Lots of water on top. One spot had such a whirlpool going I couldn't fish it. Old holes in those areas are opened up enough to be dangerous for walkers. Gonna be slick tomorrow when it sets up so bring your creepers.
-
Thanks for the heads-up chowdaire
-
Thanks Filet.
-
Headed up tonight for a long weekend. We have camps on the east end and fish a lot in the spring/summer but haven't been out on the ice in many years. Would someone mind telling me if we can park at Taft Bay Park or I am told there is a roadway to the West of it where you can drive down to park and then take a trail through the woods for lake access? Thank you in advance!
. Yes You can park at Taft
-
Any opinions on if wheelers will be ok tomorrow morning? Hoping whatever mess is on top will freeze tonight. Will shoreline be weak from rain and warm temps?
. Yup like Oneida1 said. Wheelers will be fine tomm. Supposed to go down to 12 tonight. Everything will tighten back up
-
And is Rick still open at App's? Sorry to bother with the questions...much appreciated. :tipup:
Is Apps open any earlier than 6AM. I'm coming in from Rochester and would like to get to my spot before 1st light. I hate to by bait from any body else...
-
ice is already firming up with temps dropping water is going away will be solid and slick in AM
-
Yes it firmed up after sundown. Another rough go for me today as well. Got 2 keepers and dropped my third at the hole this morning. Went back out this evening to try to get my third and survived the wind somehow. Marked a few but no takers. Beautiful sunset tonight.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/xi8mfmysb/C0_C9_B9_DF-_C1_D1-4_E6_C-_B965-_EE4_A616_EA32_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/xi8mfmysb/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/jok9qkqrf/EE260784-_A728-47_E5-_A323-_DB1_CEA6794_C5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/jok9qkqrf/)
-
I think I can post this here but I have a couple of Lowrance Ice Machines for sale on the For Sale page if anyone is interested.
-
Nice job Chowdaire and Deadeyez.
-
My fishing buddy thinks the water will be to stained on the north shore, east end area of the lake for Sunday's fish. I didn't think it is anything to worry about, but he's old and doesn't believe me. What's the rest of the world think?
-
The water is not very stained. We didn't get much rain so there was not a ton of runoff yet...
I wouldn't let stained water hold you back anyway.
-
Yep. Water clarity is very dependent on location still. I covered about 2 miles on the NE end yesterday. Hit clear water, white murky water and straight brown water.
I wouldn't let that stop you. It's not like the heavy runoff time yet where its chocolate milk for miles and you've got a current.
And even then. The fish still bite.
-
I would rather fish stained water than gin clear water. Always seem to do better fishing stained. I’m not talking chocolate milk either
-
Saw a guy get his sled into some deep water and slush out of apps this morning, looked knee deep at least maybe waste. He got pulled out and dragged back. Be careful
-
finally found some perch limit before noon
-
Thanks everyone on the dirty water issue. Helps a lot.
-
Saw a guy get his sled into some deep water and slush out of apps this morning, looked knee deep at least maybe waste. He got pulled out and dragged back. Be careful
That was me , shes over to rocks getting dried out , it was all water , big depression about 2’ deep
-
Marking fish but no bites out of Taft
-
Good to hear your ok filet ,also great job on the perch Oneida1
will be out looking stripers tomorrow
Please all stay safe out there and FISH HARD WATER
-
Glad you are OK and got it back to dry out. That 2' may get deeper before the week is out...h2l
-
Finally got on them today. Two limit of eyes working on perch now
-
Glad you got out I was headed down the hill onto the ice when I saw the guy pull you out
-
That was me , shes over to rocks getting dried out , it was all water , big depression about 2’ deep
Hope everything is OK Freddie.
-
Hope everything is OK Freddie.
The young man said he’d get in the shop , he put it on rush for me but it will cost a little more is , good people at rocks in parish
-
anyone ever get a sucker thru ice i got one today came up just like a perch or eye and hit my diamond jig with spikes
-
anyone ever get a sucker thru ice i got one today came up just like a perch or eye and hit my diamond jig with spikes
Now that’s a new one 😉
-
I am glad you got out okay Fred.
-
Wow. That stinks, Freddy. Hope you get her back running soon.
50 perch and a sucker?! That's a neck of a day. Nice job, Oneida1
-
That water is between vellas and App’s
About 300 yards out ,
-
That sucks Fred....hope they get er running quick and they don’t sting you too bad. I had one of my guys put a walk behind mower in a lake once. It was completely submerged. Drained all the fluids, dried it out, new plugs and it was good as new (at least as good as before the swim). Anyone can catch an eye or perch Oneida1.....you should get some sort of prize for catching a sucker thru the ice
-
Sucker....first sign of Spring...h2l
-
Bet you're glad you didn't come down to deer camp Oneida1. Our hot perch bite in the deep fizzled today hour south of O. Nice catch guys, glad you got her out F&R. Very exciting time of year to be fishing! I love it... ;D
-
Sucker....first sign of Spring...h2l
Yup, that and dead skunks alongside of the road. ;D
Glad you're Ok Fred, scary feeling I know. I drove into a BIG puddle once out from Spruce Grove. The water was so deep the belt just slipped...
engine never quit. I thought everything was going down; but there was solid ice under me. :o
An old timer came along with a red 3 wheeler and a long rope and saved my butt and got me out of a bad spot.
-
Wondering if atv's can get out from Sylvan beach today?
-
sure am rug but ill bet tmrw they r gone or wont bite we will see
-
That sucks Fred....hope they get er running quick and they don’t sting you too bad. I had one of my guys put a walk behind mower in a lake once. It was completely submerged. Drained all the fluids, dried it out, new plugs and it was good as new (at least as good as before the swim). Anyone can catch an eye or perch Oneida1.....you should get some sort of prize for catching a sucker thru the ice
Maybe not appropriate for this thread, but I've gotta ask...what is somebody doing on the lake with a walk-behind mower??? :wacko: :roflmao:
-
Freddie man i'm sorry that happened to you glad your ok ..... my day wasn't so bad I took pictures of my fish just the way I really like seeing them !
(https://s18.postimg.cc/5j3ym2a79/thumbnaildinner1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5j3ym2a79/)
now i'd bet money Freddie can tell where these eyes came from just by the fillet ;D
(https://s18.postimg.cc/n95n74in9/thumbnaildinner2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/n95n74in9/)
they put up a pretty good fight right here I even got burned but.......
(https://s18.postimg.cc/45cbq8fxh/thumbnaildinner3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/45cbq8fxh/)
they look so purty all golden brown
(https://s18.postimg.cc/k3l1gdpl1/thumbnaildinner_4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/k3l1gdpl1/)
and with some pasta salad and a cold rolling rock life is good ......... ;D
-
Maybe not appropriate for this thread, but I've gotta ask...what is somebody doing on the lake with a walk-behind mower??? :wacko: :roflmao:
. Lol.....he was mowing a property on the lake. Slid down a steep hill, off a break wall, into 4-5 ft of water. He wasn’t actuall on the lake until he was in the lake :o ;)
-
Looks tasty Trap.....now I’m hungry!!
-
slides fishshack a plate and a cold beer ...we always have room at the table buddy
-
Freddie man i'm sorry that happened to you glad your ok ..... my day wasn't so bad I took pictures of my fish just the way I really like seeing them !
(https://s18.postimg.cc/5j3ym2a79/thumbnaildinner1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5j3ym2a79/)
now i'd bet money Freddie can tell where these eyes came from just by the fillet ;D
(https://s18.postimg.cc/n95n74in9/thumbnaildinner2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/n95n74in9/)
they put up a pretty good fight right here I even got burned but.......
(https://s18.postimg.cc/45cbq8fxh/thumbnaildinner3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/45cbq8fxh/)
they look so purty all golden brown
(https://s18.postimg.cc/k3l1gdpl1/thumbnaildinner_4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/k3l1gdpl1/)
and with some pasta salad and a cold rolling rock life is good ......... ;D
Those fillets look like Haddock from price chopper 😉 Looked pretty good with that pasta salad tho!
-
Made about ten moved to locate perch. Landed on some nice fish finally and picked away at them. All they'd take was spikes on a jig.
-
Glad everything worked out for you filet!
-
Glad your all good Freddie! Hope your back out there soon.
-
Hey Freddie, did you forget to put it in 4WD!?? :woot: :roflmao:
Glad you’re ok, Bud!!!
-
anyone ever get a sucker thru ice i got one today came up just like a perch or eye and hit my diamond jig with spikes
Great job on the perch Oneida1 I pulled a sucker through the ice few weeks back fishing for perch first one I've ever iced , don't ever leave a good perch bite they'll be there this morning waiting for you
-
Hey Freddie, did you forget to put it in 4WD!?? :woot: :roflmao:
Glad you’re ok, Bud!!!
Auger across your lap? Sorry Freddie. :o Hope the machine is OK, glad you are.
-
That water is between vellas and App’s
About 300 yards out ,
Isn,t that where the clear water outlet pipe for Cleveland sewer system is? I remember Will Kirk putting there when they put the system in.
-
Auger across your lap? Sorry Freddie. :o Hope the machine is OK, glad you are.
[/quote
No just a deep depression where water gathered sled inhaled some water it’s at rocks shop getting a little TLC , then those fish better hope they aren’t hungry 😉 I should have got a pic
over the years on Oneida I’ve seen that same scenario many times , this one had a good crust of ice over it , I was going to drain the water but the auger needed a little drying out
Normally when I come across Those i poke a hole
-
Isn,t that where the clear water outlet pipe for Cleveland sewer system is? I remember Will Kirk putting there when they put the system in.
No that was just a water pocket ,
deepest one I ever seen was on the east end it was waste deep so guys keep a good eye out , easy to spot when not healed over , and around sunrise , and I want to thank all who offered to let me borrow their rides to use ,, very kind of you and think I forgot to thank Rick at App’s for helping me out of a jam
-
most important is no one got hurt and i'm sure your machine will be fine Freddie ......now make them fish pay!!!!
-
most important is no one got hurt and i'm sure your machine will be fine Freddie ......now make them fish pay!!!!
👿☠️😉
-
👿☠️😉
I bet Release went into a nice tirade...always blaming somebody’s mother!! :woot: :roflmao:
-
Lol actually he was more POd at himself but there some remark about the son of a dog , mabe a litter of them
On a better note I got a few messages that some guys landed on some nice perch that were active , congrats guys
-
Hey Freddie, did you forget to put it in 4WD!?? :woot: :roflmao:
Glad you’re ok, Bud!!!
That would be a Duncan move... end of story!!😁
-
I didn’t fish yesterday but found some eyes this morning. It was beautiful to start but very slippery with the fresh snow over glare ice. Fished in a sweatshirt without the heater until the wind picked up.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/4o3mui0ol/E3827_CCB-147_B-4582-_BEB8-3_A5_E45_EF04_C9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4o3mui0ol/)
Had to keep the big girl because she did this.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/gd7miip39/C5902_A1_A-9_B7_A-46_CB-_BFBC-5_B0563_FC3586.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/gd7miip39/)
-
Nice job Chow!
-
Good work bud!!!🎣🕳
-
Glad you're ok Freddy. I know what it's like to be down a sled.
-
Nice Chow 👍🏼
-
Just rode Cleveland to Constantia on the north shore, conditions this morning couldn't be better. About 4 inches new snow on top of that other snow from last week that melted and refroze. Gonna ride home this afternoon and see how the 40 degrees affects it. Best ice we have had in years I think.
CNY
-
Freddy glad you made out ok could have been worse just goes to show people on here this lake like many others can sneek up on the guys that are here more than most thats why they are labeled DIEHARDS SORRY FRED HAD TO DO IT TAKE CARE AND GET BACK FISHIN!!!
-
I totally agree CNY. It's not often you get 16" of black ice with almost no junk most of the season.
-
same spot as yesterday fish were still there wouldnt bite got 8
-
Good job on the fish guys
Ya know stinger if I would have gone out in the day light I would have noticed the difference in the ice by sight
This what I did today , he just turned 8
(https://s14.postimg.cc/w64l1j1fh/B2851_F17-_A89_B-44_FB-8_FC0-3_F6_E995_E3_FBC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/w64l1j1fh/)
(https://s14.postimg.cc/blzr33bel/C2154919-0984-4_DEE-8683-_AA7_E7_EF93569.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/blzr33bel/)
-
Dozen perch and eye limit today mid lake shoal. Had to work hard for those perch.
-
Dozen perch and eye limit today mid lake shoal. Had to work hard for those perch.
To me that’s a perfect day
-
To me that’s a perfect day
X2!!!
-
Same spot I found the perch yesterday picked away for 37 today.
-
Same day I had, mcully. Eye limit early and then 5 hours for a dozen perch. Well worth sitting out there on a day like today. Got a few big solid eyes around noon on the ultralight gear for a bonus too.
-
Nice job on the perch, Theval.
-
FYI: coming back from a ice ck, my brother who lives on the lake, almost buried his sled in 3 mile bay 18” of water he said ice crack in front separating, might be a mess by Tuesday, just sayin, creeks are all flowing gonna change rapidly! Conditions will change daily...sat that wasn’t there!! Be safe
-
Thinking about another trip tomorrow morning to head out of Lewis. Any issues? Thanks in advance...I've got a two hour drive to get there.
-
Thinking about another trip tomorrow morning to head out of Lewis. Any issues? Thanks in advance...I've got a two hour drive to get there.
Fished out of Lewis - no issues. Solid ice and no slush to be found as of noon today. Maybe 3" of snow on the ice.
-
Fished out of Lewis - no issues. Solid ice and no slush to be found as of noon today. Maybe 3" of snow on the ice.
An IceGeek sighting!!! Nice!
-
An IceGeek sighting!!! Nice!
;D
-
To me that’s a perfect day
Said the same thing to buddy I was fishing with. Beware the burbot are on the shoals. Friend popped three yesterday tangling everything up. The profanity I heard from his shanty was not for young ears but we were all alone where we were. Blade baits had to be pulled to bring fish in.
-
Mcully I know guys that eat them but they sure can make a mess, slimy buggers ,
-
if you got a dead stick next to ya those lawyers are a pain
-
I carry a cheap pair of those jersey gloves for handling slimmers ...... after a week of fishing toss them and get a fresh pair out of the bag
-
Nice job on the weekend catches guys!! I got out last night. Tried a few different spots. Just one keeper and dropped one. Not marking as many in my spots and the few I do mark are tough to get to commit.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/rjwnar6e3/F460_CC2_C-736_E-4_F94-_B149-6_A840_E4_F571_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/rjwnar6e3/)
Gee!!! Just looked at the 7 day forecast it doesn’t go below freezing at any point. Upper 60s. WTH......it’s February!!!!
-
Anyone know why they are called lawyers.......kuz their ass is near their hearts!
-
That would have made for a good riddle, if you didn't tell us the answer.... :P
-
Ya sorry. Guess i should left a little suspense.
-
On a side note, watched my bud drop his IPhone down the hole this weekend. $600 clams down the drain! Never seen a guy move so fast, almost got it but ended up with a wet sleeve. It did have a waterproof cover, but it doesn't float. We were able to call it and leave a nasty message! :%$#!:
-
The eyes I got this morning were smaller and perch were bigger and more aggressive than yesterday. Wish those perch were there yesterday. I didnt want to clean anything today so just played around for a couple of hours and tossed ‘em all back.
I’m one of the guys who eats burbot but still haven’t gotten my chance this year. Caught one and it was on a day I wasn’t keeping anything.
-
Sorry your bud lost his phone but OMG Rugburn that is hilarious that you called the cell phone on the bottom of the lake! Imagine if you had a camera. ;D
-
Imagine if somebody answered? ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
-
End up keeping 37 nice perch yesterday with my buddy out of Williams. No eyes. Sad to say this might be my last time out for the year with the forecast that is coming in and going on vacation in the beginning of March. Happy to say that every time I went out this year I never got skunked. Be careful everyone this week.
-
Sorry your bud lost his phone but OMG Rugburn that is hilarious that you called the cell phone on the bottom of the lake! Imagine if you had a camera. ;D
We tried to figure out how to remotely turn on the camera, then try and snag it, no dice. Do they make a waterproof floating cover? I suggested a lanyard, he could wear it.
-
My friend also dropped his phone in last trip out. I saw on Facebook where someone else lost there’s too. They’re going to have to redraw the lake contour maps soon to show all the new iPhone shoals.
-
End up keeping 37 nice perch yesterday with my buddy out of Williams. No eyes. Sad to say this might be my last time out for the year with the forecast that is coming in and going on vacation in the beginning of March. Happy to say that every time I went out this year I never got skunked. Be careful everyone this week.
ditto on the warm-up...think she's going to go downhill faster than usual
I fished out of Williams this morning with my father. We landed plenty of perch, but nothing really worth keeping. There were a dozen or so "well...I'm getting the knife dirty so I'll keep it" sized perch but we didn't have any tanks on the ice yet so back down the hole they went. Nice weather and ice fishing with my dad made it a worthwhile trip for me.
-
The Gotsnowcams.com page is showing open water on the Bridgeport link.
Anyone been near here in person, is there really that much open water today?
http://www.gotsnowcams.com/gotsnowcams.htm
-
The Gotsnowcams.com page is showing open water on the Bridgeport link.
Anyone been near here in person, is there really that much open water today?
http://www.gotsnowcams.com/gotsnowcams.htm
That is right where Chittenango/Limestone/Butternut creeks flow into the lake. Should really open up over the next 3 days. That is a "live" shot. Stay clear.
-
My friend also dropped his phone in last trip out. I saw on Facebook where someone else lost there’s too. They’re going to have to redraw the lake contour maps soon to show all the new iPhone shoals.
(https://media.giphy.com/media/AGFelDQ33Djzy/giphy.gif)
-
I carry a cheap pair of those jersey gloves for handling slimmers ...... after a week of fishing toss them and get a fresh pair out of the bag
I do that. Used to keep the dirty ones in a plastic ziplock and take them home to be washed once a month. Wife did not appreciate it all. Now I toss them like Trapp. :P
-
I do that. Used to keep the dirty ones in a plastic ziplock and take them home to be washed once a month. Wife did not appreciate it all. Now I toss them like Trapp. :P
Wash them when she is not home! ;)2
-
On a side note, watched my bud drop his IPhone down the hole this weekend. $600 clams down the drain! Never seen a guy move so fast, almost got it but ended up with a wet sleeve. It did have a waterproof cover, but it doesn't float. We were able to call it and leave a nasty message!
Rugburn , BEEN THER DONE THAT !!!, what a sickening feeling watching that sucker flutter on down to the bottom like a # 5 jigging Rap. and the pisser is I still get my balls busted years later . Sorry to your friend, better luck w/ the next one
-
Fished out of Taft today, 2 miles south moved 6 times 1 short, and 1 perch. Had friends up from pa. Disappointed
-
fished east first time in a few weeks.........ice was awesome in the morning but getting wet after lunch......brought home 20 perch.....some jumbos and some 9"ers....finicky, for a day when a warm front was coming in,IMO......have had worse days though ;)
-
On a side note, watched my bud drop his IPhone down the hole this weekend. $600 clams down the drain! Never seen a guy move so fast, almost got it but ended up with a wet sleeve. It did have a waterproof cover, but it doesn't float. We were able to call it and leave a nasty message! :%$#!:
Friggen social media!! If he wasn't playing on the damn thing wouldn't have been an issue....
-
We tried to figure out how to remotely turn on the camera, then try and snag it, no dice. Do they make a waterproof floating cover? I suggested a lanyard, he could wear it.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGlTYbZVi0I)
-
omg.....that was awesome....and it still worked.....crazy
-
Hilarious!!!
-
On a side note, watched my bud drop his IPhone down the hole this weekend. $600 clams down the drain! Never seen a guy move so fast, almost got it but ended up with a wet sleeve. It did have a waterproof cover, but it doesn't float. We were able to call it and leave a nasty message! :%$#!:
Duuuude, I’ve lost 2 iPhones in 3 seasons!!!! I’m so glad to hear I’m not the only one!! Insurance is a great thing!
-
That is a great video Dacker!
My friend does have a camera and we have the spot marked, our holes are probably drain holes now...?
Might have to take a look, 20' FOW.
Moose we might need your camera too. Wait.....you have the flu... :o
-
We tried to figure out how to remotely turn on the camera, then try and snag it, no dice. Do they make a waterproof floating cover? I suggested a lanyard, he could wear it.
I use a life proof case and you can attach a lanyard to it.
-
Was fishing with my cousin out of Lewis pt yesterday(2/18) and he left his 8" nils next to the truck in the parking lot. It has a bright yellow homemade drill plate that couldn't be mistaken for anyone else's. If anyone saw it or grabbed it, please let me know. Thanks!
-
Eeh, way to put the puck in da net der eeh!! Nice....
-
went out around 9:30 am and ice was in fine shape albeit some standing water on top.....shore was fine.....just watch out for old holes as they are opening up pretty good......left at 1:30 and was still good.....foggy as hell.......compass,GPS,navionics and spud are critical when it gets like this......this was at Lewis Pt........seems kinda early for late ice conditions @)......there is still 18" of ice......little soft on top
Modify message
-
ya think a frozen lake has an effect on air temperature.......Syra cuse airport reporting 64 degrees.........Lakesh ore Rd. in Maple bay it's 48 degrees....hit 69 in downtown syr.......never got above 46 on the lake.......no sun helped
-
Similar report on the northshore.
Went out of Taft tonight. The shore ice was fine. Some big drain holes scattered around. Also some fairly deep water pockets on the ice. A little soft on top.
Oh and that fog was fun...
-
That is a great video Dacker!
My friend does have a camera and we have the spot marked, our holes are probably drain holes now...?
Might have to take a look, 20' FOW.
Moose we might need your camera too. Wait.....you have the flu... :o
Hey it's just the flu! I'm good to go now tho but chances are that his phone is toast. Would be a cool recovery project!
-
Went out of lewis mon not much going on ice was decent a couple perch and a short eye nice weather should have known better too nice out Didnt know we had all this extra money for new phones maybe i should fish for them might have better luck i know insurance
-
I couldn't get out today gents ,I have a job taking care of a sick family member but I did have a break so I grabbed the ole 20 ga double and stombed a few brush piles ;D....4 shoots later 3 bunnies and I'm eating good this evening ;D
-
Great job Trap! I haven't had rabbit in forever.
-
reeleyz wish I had known plent of grub and cold rolling rock to wash it down with
-
reeleyz wish I had known plent of grub and cold rolling rock to wash it down with
fry up a few gill fillets with that and you got sportsman surf and turf......rolling rock's a nice touch also
-
Trapper,good job with the bunnies. I went out Saturday and got 2 partridge. Fished for 3 hrs Monday afternoon in the rain , 2 sphort eyes and 2 smaller perch
-
Well done trapp
-
Try Shish-ka-bunny Trap...marinated boneless rabbit on a skewer...Good way to try beaver too! ;D
-
Yeah nice deal on the bunnies Trapper, wish I had a good Beagle right now.
Moose we scrapped the recovery project, my bud picked up a good deal on a new phone. And you're right it's toast by now.
The yotes' have been showing in daylight lately. Spank 'em guys. Small male was out looking for some love.
(https://s13.postimg.cc/k0f5hpyw3/IMG_1126.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/k0f5hpyw3/)
-
just got of the ice got 10 perch shore is holding up and so is the ice overall not as much water as i thought would be on top some decent size holes out there from water being sucked down...
-
Trapper,good job with the bunnies. I went out Saturday and got 2 partridge. Fished for 3 hrs Monday afternoon in the rain , 2 sphort eyes and 2 smaller perch
hey bucket, trade ya couple dozen perch for the pats ;D........omg, haven't had a grouse dinner in forever.....my favorite game bird for the table....nice job
-
Nice dog Rugburn! Love seeing the yotes get shot. 👍🏼
-
just got of the ice got 10 perch shore is holding up and so is the ice overall not as much water as i thought would be on top some decent size holes out there from water being sucked down...
where did you head out from ? supposed to take the 3hr drive from buffalo on Saturday . thanks
-
Scout,pats aren’t easy to come by, those where the 1st in a couple of years. The last 4 came over about a 5 year span using my bow.
-
just got of the ice got 10 perch shore is holding up and so is the ice overall not as much water as i thought would be on top some decent size holes out there from water being sucked down...
Thanks for the report oneida1. Perch have been tough for me this year...but the bluegills and crappies have been very good to me the last few trips.
. I went out Saturday and got 2 partridge.
getting 1 pa'tridge is great ...2 is awesome !
hey bucket, trade ya couple dozen perch for the pats ;D........omg, haven't had a grouse dinner in forever.....my favorite game bird for the table....nice job
They were My favorite to hunt and eat too scout....been a long time for me also.
scout57....You are a lot like Rick at Apps........you both are avid golfers,.... you both love grouse and grouse hunting ,,,, you both love Oneida Lake.....and you both catch lot's of fish !
-
Those birds go great in spaghetti sauce
-
Thanks for the report oneida1. Perch have been tough for me this year...but the bluegills and crappies have been very good to me the last few trips.
getting 1 pa'tridge is great ...2 is awesome !
They were My favorite to hunt and eat too scout....been a long time for me also.
scout57....You are a lot like Rick at Apps........you both are avid golfers,.... you both love grouse and grouse hunting ,,,, you both love Oneida Lake.....and you both catch lot's of fish !
don't know rick very well choo choo but I will take that as a compliment from what I hear........don't hunt partridge much any more unfortunately......I am lucky to have a very understanding wife that I love dearly.......that damn golf thingy does get in the way of my summer fishing so I tend to stock up on fish during the ice season.....oh, and retirement has really helped with all of the above ;)
-
I've been retired for 11 years but don't seem to have time to do most of what I want to do. Maybe I've become lazy or just slowed down.
-
well I been busy but I'm going to get out for a few hours this morning
-
well Trap, just wondering how the shore ice held, coming up tomorrow
-
I couldn't get out today gents ,I have a job taking care of a sick family member but I did have a break so I grabbed the ole 20 ga double and stombed a few brush piles ;D....4 shoots later 3 bunnies and I'm eating good this evening ;D
taste like chicken Trapper? ;D ;D ;D
-
anybody fishing after this snow please be careful of old drain holes.....there are plenty of them out there and they will skim over and be covered with snow......and some are pretty large........access at Lewis was 3" - 5" of water for about 60 feet then fine....not sure about other access points
-
also trying to figure out how barometer can be 30.65 with a snow storm in progress ???
-
jimbo I'm not going to give out any late season ice reports ,last year I was called a liar ..... all I will say is I went out .....
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/d25ss1qml/AB9882_B1-_AE3_F-4_CC8-9_FC8-9394765097_D3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/d25ss1qml/)
Got out today... pick away at the perch Ending up with a healthy dozen. This monster was a little over 14
-
We r out off sylvan right now been here since sunrise.. as,scout said plenty of nasty drainholes that u can walk right into and this inch or two is covering them up well.. they are scattered about all over so use extreme caution. As for the fishing two of us limited on nice eyes picking away at them most of the day and the perch are cooperating also.. tons of ice out here still and shore had a touch of water on the top this,a.m
-
Fish were very active for us while it snowed good... as it stopped half hour ago so did the bite.. even that means,anything to the barometer guys.. im just fishin happy to be on ice.. well worth my 3 hour ride 🎣🎣
-
Fish were very active for us while it snowed good... as it stopped half hour ago so did the bite.. even that means,anything to the barometer guys.. im just fishin happy to be on ice.. well worth my 3 hour ride 🎣🎣
nice job cali.....sorry about not responding......never saw your pm till just now.......glad you found some fish.......I quit before it started snowing......fish were not cooperative for me today at all .....worse day all year....4 perch....didn't mark many either
-
Moved three times... deep, deeper, deeper... started in close in ~20 did some perch and some shorts.. buddy was out in 25 doing better so i popped out.. been good sonce i moved even picked up a few more good ones after the stormv ;D
-
Hello all,
I’m from downstate and thinking about trying Oneida for the first time and making the drive up. Can anyone recommend some public access places to get on that are close to decent fishing grounds? I don’t have a wheeler so I’d be walking to wherever I decide to go.
Thanks,
PLG
-
jimbo I'm not going to give out any late season ice reports ,last year I was called a liar ..... all I will say is I went out .....
N/P trap , I get thanks for sharing , tight lines , be safe
-
(https://s14.postimg.cc/d25ss1qml/AB9882_B1-_AE3_F-4_CC8-9_FC8-9394765097_D3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/d25ss1qml/)
Got out today... pick away at the perch Ending up with a healthy dozen. This monster was a little over 14
BEAUTY : :clap: :clap: :clap:
-
Didnt go out to day but I spoke with a guy that did he stepped in one of those holes got wet also broke threw just a lil on shore with wheeler,,, other then the holes out there and lil sketchy shore in spots main lake still has good ice,,, I know yesterday some of those hoes could get a wheeler in trouble... This was from a private point of access
-
I had to skip the sled on and off a bit tonight in Cleveland. The water came up a lot so there is a gap between the shore and the ice in a lot of spots. Some spots you can still get on just fine.
I only fished for the last hour and it was good. 2 keeper eyes, 3 shorts, 2 nice perch and a few small ones.
Hopefullly it gets cold tonight to slow the bleeding down some.
-
Any word on Big Bay?
-
Very nice perch white lighting 👍🏻
-
Lake level chart shows it is up about 7 inches between the 19 th and 21 st. Has not updated yesterday yet. Shoreline ice will suffer... be careful
-
I was down at the beach around 5 and it was pouring hopefully gonna hold up.heading out in the AM.reports tomorrow.be careful out there!!
-
shore line looks like its going away in places
-
Looks like fishing goes on hold,I’ve got a project at camp that I’ll start( new kitchen). Anydody need my old cabinets(free)
-
Just heard a report of a wheeler thru ice in fisher Bay Area, guys are out but 2 vexilars and camera lost!
-
Glad there ok,equipment can be replaced,be extra careful .Ice conditions are very hard to read in these temps
-
Chittenango Creek enters the lake in Maple Bay, one bay west...that area never looks very safe...open water at times...especially early and late season.
Hope all's well. Not a good sign, be safe out there fellas...
-
It was a beautiful day on the ice. The eyes were not cooperating but I squeaked out 1 keeper and pile of 10"ers. Kept 30 perch betweeen 2 of us.
The ice was ~14" and it stiffened up at sunset because it dipped below freezing. It is down to 30 right now on the north shore.
Accessed the ice at the beach and that was easy on and off.
-
hey what happen to snagger ???? he started posting on here the went MIA again .......
-
yeah hes been real quite since he started the thread
-
He started it so you would be on here, while he is out catching the fish...h2l
-
It was a beautiful day on the ice. The eyes were not cooperating but I squeaked out 1 keeper and pile of 10"ers. Kept 30 perch betweeen 2 of us.
The ice was ~14" and it stiffened up at sunset because it dipped below freezing. It is down to 30 right now on the north shore.
Accessed the ice at the beach and that was easy on and off.
Reeleyze, what beach are you referring to?
-
Reeleyze, what beach are you referring to?
Sorry, Sylvan Beach.
-
Today's pull. Tomorrow depending on how hard it's raining will be my last day on oneida ice. It was a grind. Ice is getting soft. Looking at the temps boats will be out by the 10th.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/f9npckj3p/IMG_20180224_141412969.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/f9npckj3p/)
-
Nice job Jason.
-
Well done Jason
, I took a ride yesterday and the shore line in many spots were looking pretty sad
-
ice appears to be moving a little, closer to shore then last night sorry to say but i think the fat lady is singing..... unless we get a real cold snap
-
What a miserable day. >:(
-
Doesn’t look good , the 10 day forecast is warm
-
I have a feeling Phil's gonna have a lot of company here soon....
-
If it’s over that was a great season,at least for eyes. Only had a couple of slow days and had more all out slamfests than ever before.
Yesterday was one of the slow ones. Pretty steady action but lots of short eyes and 7-9” perch. Went 1/2 on keeper eyes and the one I iced went back cause she was near 23”.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/qcg7r35b9/0_B95584_F-_D145-489_A-_ADCC-_E898648_D150_B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/qcg7r35b9/)
Ended up taking home one of the 4 burbot I caught and 2 dozen perch. Had a great meal of burbot with melted butter and fresh fried perch for dinner.
This fatty isn’t the one I took home. Got lucky and kept a skinny male.
(https://s10.postimg.cc/t7taxjomd/DEF07_C01-_B7_EF-4_F35-8569-23_E9393_CD50_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/t7taxjomd/)
Nice to see you yesterday, Bruce. It was a nice day to be out even if the keepers weren’t easy to come by.
Looking at this weather it might be time to dust off the long rods and twister tails. Although if it doesn’t stop raining that bite will be blown out too.
-
Nice healthy looking eye chowdaire
-
Nice to see you too Chow, definitely a perfect day to be on the ice!
You had those burbot figured out and that is a really nice eye.
-
Nice post as always Chow ;D
-
well done chow......thank goodness ice came early this year cause it is leaving early also.......now I just wish it will go bye bye really quick......got a feeling it will linger out there tantalizing us to jump on......oh well, it was a good season......used the machines more than most other years making it worth the registration fees......freezer stocked, friends freezers stocked......all good.....time to get neglected chores caught up on.....
-
well done chow......thank goodness ice came early this year cause it is leaving early also.......now I just wish it will go bye bye really quick......got a feeling it will linger out there tantalizing us to jump on......oh well, it was a good season......used the machines more than most other years making it worth the registration fees......freezer stocked, friends freezers stocked......all good.....time to get neglected chores caught up on.....
Yup, we sure did have a good one compared to the last couple. I just plain hate the thought of 40 degrees and wet muddy crap with no ice for the next 2 months till it gets truly warm. Oh well, not much we can do but deal with it.
-
Nice post as always Chow ;D
Thanks, dd. Nice pannies as always!
-
I agree Scout, this ice will linger for a while. Maybe beyond the walleye closer.
We got about 2 months in, not bad. The walleye bite was excellent but I think the perch got off easy again.
-
I have a feeling Phil's gonna have a lot of company here soon....
It ain't a lot better around here - bring your plank! Maybe your swimmies too. :woot:
-
If you are only going to get out once in three years yesterday was the day. Beautiful day, 29 perch, perfect walking conditions. I forgot how Oneida turns on and off. All 29 before 1pm, 0 from 1 to 4:30. Marked lots of fish all day, never had to move. You would think at least one out of the last 100 fish would bite. I was very rusty, missed a few early, dropped a 13"er down the hole. Also dropped brand new jig down hole taking it out of package. Sure was a blast getting back out there, and the fish were where I left them three years ago.
-
I agree Scout, this ice will linger for a while. Maybe beyond the walleye closer.
We got about 2 months in, not bad. The walleye bite was excellent but I think the perch got off easy again.
MDK THOSE PERCH AT ICE OUT!!! THEY DID A GREAT JOB OF ELUDING ME AFTER MY FIRST TRIP!!! THEY MUST PAY!! END OF STORY!!!😈
-
way to go chummer......nice way to start and end your year ;D
-
Jay and I fished the south shore launch yesterday. Sunnies were picky. Ended up with 30 and 5 Large pickerel that we normally throw back. Jay got some tips on how to get y bone out. The pile of fillets look good. We are making fish cakes out of them. The ice at the launch was shot at the end of the day. I dougt if you can get on without at least hip boots this morning.
-
Well done on the flats
-
Thanks, dd. Nice pannies as always!
:roflmao: :roflmao: :thumbsup:
-
You tube great video how to y bone a pike.
-
follow the video.... do the one you cut the y bones out not that 5 fillet one that method stinks you'll be a expert in no time
-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGJhLfWLRx8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGJhLfWLRx8)
-
follow the video.... do the one you cut the y bones out not that 5 fillet one that method stinks you'll be a expert in no time
that works!!!
-
Going out to big bay this morning...
Waders are a must to get on the shelf at public access
-
Just wondering if anybody is fishing out of a boat yet and if they r was wondering were to launch
-
Maybe the river, Canal or the tribs. Some are still ice fishing. ???
(https://s9.postimg.cc/hy6e39yln/cam_one01_1_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/hy6e39yln/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/xwf3t6vbv/iceboat_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/xwf3t6vbv/)
(https://s9.postimg.cc/692efgctn/Snap_Shot-20180301_174357_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/692efgctn/)
-
WELL . . . did anyone get itchy and check ice conditions ? is she gonna tighten up with this cold :-\
-
that boat pic is the best
-
heard from good source that they seen 2 guys on big bay yesterday about 100 yards out..................
-
I keep seeing little flecks on the sylvan beach webcam, been checking it last week or so. Not sure if they are people or birds, too far away to tell.
-
I keep seeing little flecks on the sylvan beach webcam, been checking it last week or so. Not sure if they are people or birds, too far away to tell.
H2O , whats the link for that camera ?
-
There are guys off of Sylvan.
Be careful guys if you go poking around. That ice is rotting from both sides.
Pics, spud, float suit. Even a life vest would be a good idea.
-
H2O , whats the link for that camera ?
[Saw a couple guys out looks like they got on at the rock wall]
-
H2O , whats the link for that camera ?
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
I haven't been out and this is not an endorsement of the ice conditions there. The only way to tell is with a spud and extreme caution. See Reeleyz post above. Don't do it just cause other's are.
-
Good post Bruce
-
Yo Bruce,
I am with you 100%. Like I tell my kids, and grand kids, bad things can happen when you follow the crowd. It just might be time to get the long poles out, check your gear for the open water . Go shop for some new equipment and most of all display to your kids the correct amount of caution and respect one must have for the late season ice fishing conditions. Be a leader , not a follower.
Boggey
-
I admit I took a ride to check it out ....looked out there and said no way ....... that's me
-
I thought about checking the ice out but believed the risk was extreme. I believe the ice has changed into crystals with a frozen layer on top. So the ice may be firm in the morning when you venture out and then the hard layer thaws from the sun and warmth. If you are out 1000 yards or so, even with a floating suit there is a lot of ice you would need to break through to get back to shore. Additionally, there is the risk of loosing all of your gear. It is just not worth it for a few fish. I found this site on the internet http://lakeice.squarespace.com/thawed-ice/ (http://lakeice.squarespace.com/thawed-ice/) discussing thawed ice and the risk. My advise is stay off from Oneida until open water.
-
guy out 500 yds NE of williams park.........crazy people.....maple bay is wide open.......ain't worth it fellers
-
That is exactly how it is out there FM. Crust on top, then a few inches of slush. Then a foot of crushed ice being held together by water. :o
-
Hey hey fella... Darwin needs his too
-
That is exactly how it is out there FM. Crust on top, then a few inches of slush. Then a foot of crushed ice being held together by water. :o
REELEYZ, SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE TALKING FROM EXPERIENCE ? WERE YOU OUT THERE , OR DID YOU SPEAK TO SOMEONE WHO WAS ON ?
I DID SEE 3 GUYS ON SYLVAN CAM LAST NIGHT THAT WERE OUT 500-800 YDS :o
-
, just because a couple of guys are out there doesn’t make it safe ,imo
-
REELEYZ, SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE TALKING FROM EXPERIENCE ? WERE YOU OUT THERE , OR DID YOU SPEAK TO SOMEONE WHO WAS ON ?
I DID SEE 3 GUYS ON SYLVAN CAM LAST NIGHT THAT WERE OUT 500-800 YDS :o
I checked it myself. Not the ice at Sylvan but at Lewis Point but it's all the same.
It's junk ice, trust me.
-
Arbys has 2 fish sandwiches for $5... :P
Also lots of fish fries going on at the Churches this time of year, I'll say a prayer while I'm there.
-
If you can't drive north to find better ice, there are open water fishing opportunities for walleye, perch, bluegills and sunfish at Several places along the Oneida shoreline, it's feeder rivers , outlet river. and surrounding area. No need to haul ice gear out there and put yourself or others in harms way by finding a weak spot ice fishing on sketchy , variable strength, junk Oneida ice.
I would never tell anyone to not go ice fishing if they thought it was safe...we all have different standards of what is safe and not safe.....but...
I would remind them that things can change in just a few hours time on weakened or junky, rotten ice. That trusty spud that got you OUT there safely to the fishing grounds , might not find you a safe path BACK to shore when you decide to head in......just a reminder.
-
I know there is few fisherman I trust to give me ice report reeleyes is one of them if he or Freddie say something is bad it's bad.........now ididn't walk on it but when I looked at it ,it had that wet grey look and I said no way ....I ain't walking on it
-
I checked it myself. Not the ice at Sylvan but at Lewis Point but it's all the same.
It's junk ice, trust me.
THANK YOU FOR THE REPORT , MEANS ALOT TO ME , WOULD HAVE A 2 HR RIDE 1-WAY ::)
-
Just checked the Sylvan Beach cam for the heck of it , and there appears to be someone straight out , sitting on that junk ice :cookoo: :cookoo: :cookoo:
-
I’m not surprised ,
-
On the beach cam it almost looks like a partially submerged snowmobile?
Yup now a truck pulled up and there is a person on the ice.
-
On the beach cam it almost looks like a partially submerged snowmobile?
It is , water is not even waist deep, been watching them, they are working on getting it out , REALLY not sure what he was thinking :o :o :o
-
Just read the last few posts, had to check beach cam. Yep, they are still in there. Holy crap, I would have a hard time convincing myselt to just walk on the ice now, let alone take a sled out.
Which one of you wrote the message in the snow on the sunset cam? Too funny! ;D ;D ;D
-
Looks like they may be making progress...
Smile You're on camera!
-
They are out. Looks like one bucket sitter on sunset cam.
-
It is , water is not even waist deep, been watching them, they are working on getting it out , REALLY not sure what he was thinking :o :o :o
Maybe they were going to float it back to the beach on a iceberg like a few years back ;D and things went south.
-
Well I am glad they got it out. I bet that was fun. :P
-
I'm a pretty firm believer in " you can't fix stupid "!
-
it's all over facebook.....will be trouble brewing soon I'm afraid....
-
Every yr at ice out ..I really can't see risking your life or others over a fish ...yea a lot a ppl hate the end of ice fishing or I should say another ice fishing season come to an end..but that's the way it every yr..lots a fish in the open water also rite now took..just my opinion going out now is just ummm coo Koo
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
It's one thing to do something stupid. It's another when the whole world is watching you. ::) ::) ::)
You think that might fix "stupid" for him in the future? Hopefully , lesson learned and all are safe. I don't do facebook so I will be spared the details and multiple recriminations thereof.
Boggey
-
wanna know what real stupid is .... not the guy yesterday but the five shantys that are out there right now
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
-
wanna know what real stupid is .... not the guy yesterday but the five shantys that are out there right now
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Amen..
-
wanna know what real stupid is .... not the guy yesterday but the five shantys that are out there right now
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
facebook scores again ;)
-
Well at least they are not alone if someone gets into trouble. And we are all watching them! ;D
-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tldGgGFe194 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tldGgGFe194)
-
Well at least they are not alone if someone gets into trouble. And we are all watching them! ;D
X2
-
well we are all praying nothing bad happens to anyone ........bet the whites are in there lol
-
Whites ! Whites ! MDK
-
Yeah I was just bored while my machine was running yesterday, so I clicked the Cam link. Couldn't believe my eyes that a sled tried to get on at the beach cams view. Guess I timed it good for the show. After they got the machine back on the ice it appeared on the sunset cam driving by. Maybe he was getting up speed for the run onto shore? After hearing my machine idle for a while my wife had a few choice words, seeing what I was watching, choice words for the fishers that is... :woot:
On a side note, the price of Aluminum went up 25% this week... :%$#!:
-
was 5 shantys out there ,I only see 4 now
-
Yeah I was just bored while my machine was running yesterday, so I clicked the Cam link. Couldn't believe my eyes that a sled tried to get on at the beach cams view. Guess I timed it good for the show. After they got the machine back on the ice it appeared on the sunset cam driving by. Maybe he was getting up speed for the run onto shore? After hearing my machine idle for a while my wife had a few choice words, seeing what I was watching, choice words for the fishers that is... :woot:
On a side note, the price of Aluminum went up 25% this week... :%$#!:
Almost made it ???
(https://s9.postimg.cc/5s0a77hbv/ha_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5s0a77hbv/)
-
was 5 shantys out there ,I only see 4 now
You got me to look. Only a screen full of snow now-that will not help them.
-
I also saw 5 shanty's earlier now I only see 1 and the snow appears to have picked up.
I do see guys active outside the shanty.
-
Well they did raise the tariff 10% on aluminum and 25 % on steel , and I believe that’s the first raise since regan was in office, , and yet China continues not to follow their agreement, and has been ignored for many years , trump during his campaign had said this , not debating just what I read every morning , but these numbers are not etched in stone
-
Cost of beer in a can will go up >:(
-
Almost made it ???
(https://s9.postimg.cc/5s0a77hbv/ha_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/5s0a77hbv/)
Gotta put the throttle to the handle bars next time!
-
I understand what he's trying to do, and agree, we need to make a stand and get our manufacturing back on top.
In the mean time the water is going to get rough, but will level out eventually. I was just giving a heads up, we see it in our office fast.
-
if the tariff was raised 10% why would the price go up 25% hmmmmmmmm trump aint the problem
-
Well this snow isn’t helping me out much 😡
-
I also saw 5 shanty's earlier now I only see 1 and the snow appears to have picked up.
I do see guys active outside the shanty.
To each his own.
-
To each his own.
I don't want to open up a can of worms but that's not true ,second someone goes threw the ice you just scared a bunch of people ...hope no one has a heart attack ,then you have first responders that have to endanger themselves....then you have medical personal hospitals law enforcement all involved ,which not to sound mean but raises my taxes and what if those rescue personal could be used some where else ...like your house on fire ....no it's not to each his own we live in a society where others are expected to risk their lives to save some one else.........seems kinda silly to me
-
I don't want to open up a can of worms but that's not true ,second someone goes threw the ice you just scared a bunch of people ...hope no one has a heart attack ,then you have first responders that have to endanger themselves....then you have medical personal hospitals law enforcement all involved ,which not to sound mean but raises my taxes and what if those rescue personal could be used some where else ...like your house on fire ....no it's not to each his own we live in a society where others are expected to risk their lives to save some one else.........seems kinda silly to me
Yeah, seeing some pretty stupid posts about the guys that were out there today..one guy saying there was 15 inches of ice, another defending these guys actions today......guess all the guys out there could do today is go through and risk the well being of rescue personnel, not like they'll end up taking an iceburg ride like the dolt did up here last year.....
-
When i was a kid there would be 100 yards of planks and cinder blocks all the way to the "good" ice, I bet in the middle where there is not much moving water the ice is still thick. Not that i'm gonna go look and see. Need A hoverhut.
cny
-
My older brother talks about my dad and him rowing a small boat out to get on the good ice.
If you did that nowadays you would be endangering the welfare of a child.
Times have changed...
-
Not Oneida :cookoo:
https://www.outdoorhub.com/news/2018/03/09/video-frozen-lake-moves-like-time-make-break/
-
That video was awesome! Those crazy Ruskies!
-
Anyone fishing Sylvan tomorrow? Looks like I'm gonna give it a go.
-
COUNT ME IN!!!!
was guys out using those kite snowboards
-
Yes they were
(https://s9.postimg.cc/tkail4ejv/Snap_Shot-20180310_133057.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/tkail4ejv/)
-
Anyone fishing Sylvan tomorrow? Looks like I'm gonna give it a go.
There's guys out there Jason.
Spud spud spud.
I don't think any cracks and old drain holes have froze over.
-
I saw the kites. 3 shanties out too. I did not check the ice. I fished the canal for awhile, no bites. While I was there saw a guy take a canoe out. Couldn't tell if he had a wetsuit on but he did have his pfd on. brrrrr. Also briefly cast a few at Schiebels, nada. Tried Lock 23 on the way back home, no go. Must...find...fish...s oon.... aaaahhhhhggghhhh... lol.
-
those kite things really go ,looks like fun
-
I love that new camera.
-
With all the run off, the water level of the lake is so high, some people are nuts, we're going to see ice islands soon!
-
Not yet
(https://s9.postimg.cc/8zf1ev3sb/real-ice-fishing_1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/8zf1ev3sb/)
-
pond by my house was iced over a few days ago I even stepped on it today geese are swimming in it
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
I brought the long poles out and fished the canal yesterday morning. I was a lone warrior out there. I gave it a couple of hours effort, nary a hit. Casting sonars and bucktails. from under the bridge all the way out to the tender house.
I kept looking out on the ice off the beach. When I got there, 3 huts could be seen. When I left , at 9:30 there were 11 huts and sitters. More were making there way out on the ice from the beach parking lot.
After chastising the 5 who were out there the previous day, I at least felt the obligation to check the access from the rip rap shoreline along the parking lot. It didn't look that hairy at all. In fact, had I brought the short poles I most likely would have attempted entry myself. So, mea culpa, out of ignorance of the situation and my tendency to err on the side of safety I was too quick to judge those hardy, not necessarily stupid, fishermen who chose to gain entry that day and yesterday. All this being said, I did not venture out on the ice and I did not cut any holes and I am not writing a conditions report, nor recommending access. Just apologizing to those I may have offended with my comment about being "a leader not a follower". That comment was more narrowly directed at the snowmobiler who had shown a lack of good judgement. When you make a mistake, as I did, "man up" or in the name of gender equality "woman up"
Boggey
.
-
I think we error on the side of caution Jbog and there is nothing wrong with that. The ice blew in there and pushed all of the bad shore ice into the wall. So you can get on there okay. Not sure what will happen when the wind blows East though...
My concern isn't actually getting on the ice, it is what is under the snow once you get out there. I was out last week in a different location and found 2 spots on the way out that I would have easily fallen into if I did not have my spud. They were not obvious because they were covered in snow.
So following the leader is not a great idea right now. Unless you are literally following their tracks and spudding the whole way.
-
before the wind I went down and the shore was gone you had to wade to get out or maybe planks , I never actually got on the ice but it had that dark grey honeycombed look to it ..... now that's not a ice report it's just a observation .....if you go out I suggest float suit picks spud and signal device or phone .....
-
All I can say is please use caution and use your spud , this is the time of year the fishing can be great but the ice can be deceiving
-
a buddy would be a great idea
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
As always....... SPUD SPUD SPUD
-
a buddy would be a great idea
Trap , that's exactly what I did on Sat. was able to connect w/ a local thru F/B, met in the lot and walked out together other wise I would have been home working the Honey Do list. I found 6in of white ice over 6in of solid black ice, getting off the rocks at shore was a bit tricky , but once out 30 feet was rock solid . 2 keeper eyes, 6 keeper perch one Burbot, good end to my ice season. those guys w/ the kites were having a blast kept me entertained mid day till the bite got better. HUGE thank you to all who post on here , and thank you to the moderators for keeping this thread going , it works for me ;D
-
jimbo the day I went up I would have needed chest waders to get to the ice , by the way your the first with a ice report .... glad you had fun and was safe :thumbsup:
-
ate a little crow this morning...yuk.......ju st had to try the Beach and was surprised how easy the access was from the rocks......little mushy the first 20 yds but frozen path was fine......walking was a breeze.....just brought the jet sled......8 or 10 guys out when I left at 1......fished in 19 fow and picked away for a dozen decent perch.....a few short eyes also......drilled 3 holes and found 5" of skimmed over slush then at least 16 " of ok ice.......felt very safe.......auger went thru pretty easy......there was a few inches of snow on top, but keep to the path and all was good.......IMO a 45 degree day will make that top 5"-6" of stuff will loosen up and make it nasty......to my amazement a guy accessed on the beach with a tracked argo and went out to at least 26 fow.....looked like a small tank coming out :o......wouldn't recommend that but to each their own......spud was in my hand also......this was just my observations from where I was and am not saying the whole area is good to go, so use caution and bring your safety gear
-
Im suprised the ice has held up or is still covering main lake i have not been out since the 75degree day. but only open water i see is the shore line and around dutchmans island and a stretch towards south shore launch. But ill say this when i was out there were some big open holes and if u cant seem them under the snow crust it would be a role of the dice. I was hoping for some teen or single temps to set it back up but i im done ready for spring. Weird season on good early cold snap had us out there fairy early and one early heat wave had it shut down early....
-
Anybody look at the forecast?
Just after we get another foot of snow it's going to be in the teens every night. We just can't win I guess.
-
Your right Bruce this couldn’t come at a more inopportune time 🤬
-
I agree guys.
-
those kite things really go ,looks like fun
Not for this old guys legs and back..
But it does look like fun... ;D
-
Not for this old guys legs and back..
But it does look like fun... ;D
Yeh, you are right Dom. You are remarkably well preserved for 118 years old. :bow: :bow: :bow:
-
Not for this old guys legs and back..
But it does look like fun... ;D
I hurt myself pretty good with a smaller training size traction kite. They are fun but you have to learn how to quickly get it to stop making lift or you can go for a ride. I took a pretty good hit in the ice after a good gust took me up 5 or 6 feet.
-
Just checked the Beach cam , not a single person out , I would have thought there would be a few for the last day. Maybe too much snow on the ice to walk thru ??
-
Just checked the Beach cam , not a single person out , I would have thought there would be a few for the last day. Maybe too much snow on the ice to walk thru ??
Well over a foot of fresh snow tends to do that.
-
Yo Bruce,
With 16 inches on the flat and drifts over 2 foot high, I think I will stay home and work on Sweeta-Rita's "honey do " list. (new hard wood floors)
-
Beach Cam
(https://s9.postimg.cc/4qhpmmgq3/enough_-_Copy_2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4qhpmmgq3/)
-
:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
buy that man a beer
-
Nice Z 🖐
-
just checked the Camera, there is one Fella out there , just does not want to quit ???
-
Nice to see some of you guy's were able to find some good ice at the Sylvan Beach access this past week.
I am sure there has not been anybody that was able to ice fish where I tried to fish a week and a half or so ago off the north shore. It was very bad, weak ice there.
I see someone is out off of Sylvan Beach right now to close out the walleye season on Oneida Lake...kinda wish I was there....good luck to you all that are still out on the ice.
-
looks like 3 out there now
-
now it looks like someone took a sled out there....not sure
-
5 out there now , got a text from one of them who has 1- slob walleye, he said he thought someone was going to run a sled out , looks like they did , and went over the rocks best I can tell, did not go off the sandy part of the beach.
Jealous as heck right now Tuesday night was thinking about taking a day off , just too busy in here
Till next year fellas , see you on the soft water , JIMBO out ! :'( :'( :'(
-
Not the report that I had expected this time of year I was hoping for numbers of keeper eyes In double digits along with some nice catches of yellows
-
should be banging fish out there
-
Nice sunset to finish the season. :thumbsup: :clap: :bow:
(https://s9.postimg.cc/dssv7gt63/Snap_Shot-20180315_190151_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/dssv7gt63/)
-
Good snap shot Zeker, great ending view... ;D Those cameras are sweet... @)
-
Good snap shot Zeker, great ending view... ;D Those cameras are sweet... @)
Ditto. Looks like 1 guy out there in a little snow squall, but the wind is ripping that flag up on the Beach View cam.
-
Saw a guy headed out on a tracked argo looked a little windy out there. Shore looked tight.
-
5 out there now , got a text from one of them who has 1- slob walleye, he said he thought someone was going to run a sled out , looks like they did , and went over the rocks best I can tell, did not go off the sandy part of the beach.
Jealous as heck right now Tuesday night was thinking about taking a day off , just too busy in here
Till next year fellas , see you on the soft water , JIMBO out ! :'( :'( :'(
Was me out there Tuesday and yesterday with a sled. No problem going over the rocks or traveling on the ice. Had about 16" of ice in 18 FOW on Tuesday, yesterday went deeper to 21' and had 31" of ice - measured. Floating jumble ice beneath that. No issues straight out and back. Didn't venture off the traveled path. Lots of pins, half dozen yellows (most small) and about 1/2 dozen whites.
-
31 inches seems a lot for this winter temps. Could you have been over some old anchor ice that froze to the 16 inches in that spot ?
-
Any slush at the beach? Every place I have checked has a layer of slush and the ice under that is not exactly hard. Hopefully that slush freezes up with these colder temps.
-
I haven't been up checking out Oneida but I watched lake neatahwanta open up out in the middle when the air temp been cold ....I don't see how it would have been run off it it opened in the middle but it did ,interesting
-
31 inches seems a lot for this winter temps. Could you have been over some old anchor ice that froze to the 16 inches in that spot ?
I don't know how or when it formed but it was 31 inches of continuous ice. It did not appear to be refrozen jumble ice. There was loose, broken ice beneath it. Did a huge sheet of ice slide underneath and fuse to the top layer?...I don't know.
Went out of Jewel today and fished in approx 18' of water straight out. First 10 or 20 yards is refrozen slush about 4" thick. Won't last long, but is over water that is shallow enough that the spud hit bottom. After that refreeze area, the ice is better-not great, but better. We were sitting on 18" of ice and snow. About 10" was decent ice, the top 8 was snow, slush and refrozen slush. The so called decent ice is still pretty soft. Not telling anyone what's safe and what's not-just trying to give an accurate report. Again, the 18" number was a measured number with a yardstick.
-
You must have seen my spud marks from yesterday at jewel.
That ice is soft for sure.
-
You must have seen my spud marks from yesterday at jewel.
That ice is soft for sure.
I did. Expected to see the maker of those marks out there today
-
I did. Expected to see the maker of those marks out there today
Work got in the way of my fishing.
-
I'll be Damned , 2 guys on the Cam off sylvan right now :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
-
4 guys out now dammm J O B :%$#!:
-
4 guys out now dammm J O B :%$#!:
Nice job watching Cams-just joking-lol. Looked like a light East breeze-is there any open water at the West end for a potential wind blown debacle like a few years ago? That picture of the guys bringing a snowmobile in on a floating piece of ice was a classic. Snag or Filet probably still have that picture?
-
The shoreline is pretty tight after the last 2 nights. Hopefully that ice won't be moving around for a while.
-
Todays satellite view:
(https://s13.postimg.cc/d8m5s7h83/image.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/d8m5s7h83/)
-
Todays satellite view:
(https://s13.postimg.cc/d8m5s7h83/image.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/d8m5s7h83/)
tHAT IS FREAKIN AWESOME
-
Onebucketmike im sure snag does I wasn’t in on that amusement park ride I got called to work for that day otherwise I would have been , lol
-
Onebucketmike im sure snag does I wasn’t in on that amusement park ride I got called to work for that day otherwise I would have been , lol
You're always my go to guys on Oneida info but that episode convinced me if I'm ever in a jam you're the guys I want in the bunker with me.
That satellite view looks nice-thanks H2O.
-
Thanks for the compliment Mike means a lot
-
Ice rescue refusal... or self rescue.... Smile KP! :P
-
Wow josh sure has grown since then !!
-
Wow josh sure has grown since then !!
He sure has...doubled in size I think! LOL!!!
-
(https://s18.postimg.cc/4hqmkjyz9/20180319_185108.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4hqmkjyz9/)
you diehards got it made, the ice has been gone round here for some time now...my freezer is filling up with these but im still not sure what a "minced fish" is or where to catch one?!? are minced native to oneida? ;D
-
French Fries that taste AND look like fish? What a great idea. lmao :sick:
-
Lol
-
you diehards got it made, the ice has been gone round here for some time now...my freezer is filling up with these but im still not sure what a "minced fish" is or where to catch one?!? are minced native to oneida? ;D
I see you had enough sense to take the picture at the grocery store and not actually buy some! Lol.
Now I could see putting them on a tungsten jig and jigging for Perch though!
-
I see you had enough sense to take the picture at the grocery store and not actually buy some! Lol.
Now I could see putting them on a tungsten jig and jigging for Perch though!
try using just the eye, although it is a pea HA
-
that video by snagger was awesome..... good music as well ....I need to try Oneida lake next year ....
-
Ice rescue refusal... or self rescue.... Smile KP! :P
That was a day to remember Dave!! Josh whipped the walleye and Dad, that morning. He pulled an Uncle Freddie on me...3 drop limit!! Looks at me and says....”DONE, what’s taking you so long”???😜 Great sunrise that morning too! Freddie, yes.... he has grown up fast!! Time does fly....Life is Good!!😎
-
suck it up KP .....I use to say he was a good boy ,guess we all have to say good man now :thumbsup:
now I got a bag of 36 casting bobbers and a long pole to pull them outta trees ;D
-
that video by snagger was awesome..... good music as well ....I need to try Oneida lake next year ....
Come on down
KP that was great 👍🏻I Just hope he doesn’t pick up to many of my bad habits , but he is learning how to play head games and that’s great , got another one KP 🤪
-
Man im getting that itch i may head out again shore froze up 2days ago just not sure what its like underneath in spots. i know there was open water around dutchmans and a large crack opened up between island and shore but the rest of the lake stayed covered its 4degrees here now. and sunday night i could here the lake popping and cracking i think this was the third night in single temps......any opions
-
Oneida be careful and use that spud buddy my spot froze back up and I'm thinking same as you .....
-
2012...... That was a short but sweet season........I even made the highlight reel! lol! Always great fishing with you guys!
If I don't find some open water soon I'm gonna FREAK!
Rick and Peggy just got back from upper Saranac , brought home a bucket of beautiful smelt, and did battle with a big laker, on 2lb. test !! Peg was ecstatic!
Great hoodie ;)
(https://s10.postimg.cc/bj6spk7k5/29365690_605619693107836_8931418791640825856_n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/bj6spk7k5/)
-
try using just the eye, although it is a pea HA
Yea, Perch eyes work, why not! I know a spot behind a McDonald's backing up to a Pond where a guy gets fries out of their trash and catches Carp!
-
Come on down
KP that was great 👍🏻I Just hope he doesn’t pick up to many of my bad habits , but he is learning how to play head games and that’s great , got another one KP 🤪
CRAZY OL BUZZARD!!!🤡suck it up KP .....I use to say he was a good boy ,guess we all have to say good man now :thumbsup:
now I got a bag of 36 casting bobbers and a long pole to pull them outta trees ;D
Wont be long Trap!!!😎
-
That is a nice laker Peggy caught!
-
Man im getting that itch i may head out again shore froze up 2days ago just not sure what its like underneath in spots. i know there was open water around dutchmans and a large crack opened up between island and shore but the rest of the lake stayed covered its 4degrees here now. and sunday night i could here the lake popping and cracking i think this was the third night in single temps......any opions
I got on okay off the north shore yesterday afternoon. First 50 yards of ice was iffy, then the next section was crust then slush then soft ice. Once I got out a ways there was 10" - 12" of snow and no slush. The ice with no slush was more solid too.
Put 2 Keeper eyes back. Kept 20 perch. Also caught a nice burbot that swallowed the hook. Going to see how they taste.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/s4nwxm7n9/IMG_4157.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/s4nwxm7n9/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/btnt1bq0l/IMG_4158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/btnt1bq0l/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/j9n2n4t5h/IMG_4159.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/j9n2n4t5h/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/q03jwko11/IMG_4160.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/q03jwko11/)
-
8 guys on the cam off the beach now
LUCKY DOGS >:(
-
8 guys on the cam off the beach now
LUCKY DOGS >:(
NICE HAUL REEL
-
8 guys on the cam off the beach now
LUCKY DOGS >:(
I will be there tomorrow
-
I got on okay off the north shore yesterday afternoon. First 50 yards of ice was iffy, then the next section was crust then slush then soft ice. Once I got out a ways there was 10" - 12" of snow and no slush. The ice with no slush was more solid too.
Put 2 Keeper eyes back. Kept 20 perch. Also caught a nice burbot that swallowed the hook. Going to see how they taste.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/s4nwxm7n9/IMG_4157.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/s4nwxm7n9/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/btnt1bq0l/IMG_4158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/btnt1bq0l/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/j9n2n4t5h/IMG_4159.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/j9n2n4t5h/)
(https://s18.postimg.cc/q03jwko11/IMG_4160.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/q03jwko11/)
I think you might of been in the area we were yesterday Reeleyz,are bite was good in the morning and died off after 1 30.Sounds like it picked up for you,buddy is out there today says a guy is blAzing a trail in a snowmobile.Also said the bite was a little tougher.
-
Well done Bruce 👍🏻
-
Thanks Fred.
Different spot greenhead. There was nobody within miles of me! ;D
-
In that case I think I saw you on the way home and your right no one within miles haa.
-
Nice catch reeleyz! Gotta love that north shore. It looks pretty solid on that NASA photo. Great on the spot report. ;D
-
Yo Bruce,
How to go bud. I am stuck in the house trying to finish up the hard wood floor before my Sweeta-Rita gets back from NOLA. Still got to put the base board and molding back on and she gets off the plane at 1 PM today. After that I am going to chase the waning ice with you young guys. I need a partner though. Don't go out this time of year with out one and a spud. Hey, I might coin that expression. If you go out late ice season, "Take a bud and a spud"
Boggey
-
Side by Side stuck on the beach cam. Looks like it went thru as soon as it got on.
-
He’s out ,
-
I think it was just deep snow he was stuck in.
(https://s9.postimg.cc/3ytbz59zf/Snap_Shot-20180321_095214_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/3ytbz59zf/)
-
Not to be deterred, looks like they went right back out. So shore ice is weak?
(https://s10.postimg.cc/rt72mghxx/image.png) (https://postimg.cc/image/rt72mghxx/)
-
Is it to much to ask for a pan & zoom on that camera...lol... before the bikinis come out! @)
-
Is it to much to ask for a pan & zoom on that camera...lol... before the bikinis come out! @)
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
Rug you sure you want to see up close the bathing Sylvan beauties. lol
-
Rug you sure you want to see up close the bathing Sylvan beauties. lol
Yeah you have a point there, it is CNY after a long winter. Some things are hard to unsee!
-
Yikes!! be careful what you wish for whew....
-
Fished from 1:00 - 5:00 yesterday and took home another 22 perch. These were smaller, mostly 9" -10"ers.
(https://s31.postimg.cc/q512n4puf/IMG_4161.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/q512n4puf/)
(https://s31.postimg.cc/wwrhpemdj/IMG_4162.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/wwrhpemdj/)
-
Nice fish'n reeleyz..... @)
-
Bruce those perch are just fine , that knife can’t tell the difference , at least mine doesn’t care 😉
-
Fished from 1:00 - 5:00 yesterday and took home another 22 perch. These were smaller, mostly 9" -10"ers.
(https://s31.postimg.cc/q512n4puf/IMG_4161.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/q512n4puf/)
(https://s31.postimg.cc/wwrhpemdj/IMG_4162.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/wwrhpemdj/)
ain't nothing wrong with that at all my fillet knife has no rust ....good job
I really didn't think that ice would tighten back up but I was wrong ...lets all just be careful guys ;D
-
Nice catch again reeleyz...it looks like the males might be schooling around the females.
And they're getting ready for just the right time and place to start the party. ;D
><{{*> ><{{{;> ><{{*>
><{{{;> ><{{"> ><{{{">
-
Thanks guys.
This high sun definitely softens it up pretty good. I think that shore ice will be shot after a couple of warm days.
We are closing in on 3 months of ice fishing. Can't complain about that.
-
I thinkyour right they say 50's Tuesday and wed and the days are getting longer
-
Saw quite a few guys out today from sylvan to Bernhards Bay. Hopefully everyone got into the perch! Beautiful day to be out
-
south shore has a lot of open water lakeport bay was wide open when I got to south bay was open water in front of the marina and slips and Verona state park but I seen a couple guys out their fishing ....good luck and use your heads
-
I couldn't resist one more short trip this afternoon. What awesome weather!
Fished for a few hours and kept 11 perch and got a sunburn. ;D
The shore ice softened up quite a bit. This week will do it in I think. This was my last trip.
(https://s18.postimg.cc/ymbgihzcl/IMG_4171.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/ymbgihzcl/)
-
Tough to give it up huh Bruce??😁 Good Work bud!!😎
-
Tough to give it up huh Bruce??😁 Good Work bud!!😎
You ain't kidding! ;D
Luckily work and the weather are going to form an intervention!
-
You ain't kidding! ;D
Luckily work and the weather are going to form an intervention!
I hear ya!!😁
-
Well wrapped up my ice season as well this evening. Chased the panfish a few times this last week on Oneida. Had to use some lumber to get on and off the ice today lol. What a beautiful evening to be out there! I always hate to see it go but time for spring like weather.
-
Good deal Bobby. I'm glad you took advantage of this weather. It's doesn't get much better!
-
Glad you guys got out for another trip on Oneida , well I’m looking forward to a few more outings before hanging up my spud for the 2018 season , then off to jigging from the boat 😉
-
Yo Guys and Gals,
Old Boggey thought he would give Oneida a last try before all the ice went out. I accessed at Sylvan Beach parking lot. Me along with about 7 other stalwarts. I might mention, but not advocate , there were 2 snow mobiles out there as well. Actually , after a long walk out (pail sitter), I cut my first hole. My nils measures 42 inches from the tip of my auger to the first horizontal on my crank arm. I used all of that to break through the Swiss cheese ice mat. I hesitate to use the word ice as it was alternating layers of ice over snow over mush etc. After the first hole I started to use the holes the ice fishermen had made the previous day, Much easier on the old shoulder.
Now I'm not going to say I was "snake bit" but dang well close. After a hard morning of moving and cutting in someone elses holes , I managed 3 keepers and threw 3 dinks back in the holes. Couldn't drag up a thing with the jigs. The only thing They were biting on were the 2 dead sticks I hung out with fat heads.
Did I mention I had a brief senior moment when first walking out on the ice. One of the 2 snowmobilers who came out, passed me and relayed to me , In my haste to get out on the ice , I had left the rear door open on my truck? I asked him if he had closed it for me. He answered no. "I don't mess with other peoples property" . Actually, quite prudent from my prospective. I thanked him for telling me and I dropped my pail and auger and made the long trek back in to the parking lot to close the door. When I arrived back at the parking lot. I noticed the door was closed . Somewhat perplexed, I was left with the impression he was playing with me or more likely, some other good Samaritan had closed the door for me. I only disclose this as a cautionary tale. The older you get, the more things like this happen. If you are not there yet, but getting closer, you would do well to make little mental "check list" before loading up the truck or leaving the truck to venture out on the ice.
Before I forget ;D ;D this is my last trip out on hard water at Oneida this year. I will keep an eye on Goose bay and Chippewa to see if they get through the warm temps and rain today. My next foray just might be with the long poles at Kring's for "Ice Out". In any event. I hope you all had a good season on the ice. Stay safe and hope to see you all over on MFF.
Boggey
-
Nice report Jboggey.
-
glad you got one more trip in jim .... I may be headed for chippawa bay Friday myself .... from what I hear the bite is hit or miss there ...
-
Lookout Tomorrow!
(https://s7.postimg.cc/axb8fvj13/Snap_Shot-20180403_134159_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/axb8fvj13/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/lvmhy8n3r/Snap_Shot-20180403_134213_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/lvmhy8n3r/)
-
Wow that moved a lot since this morning.
There will be some piles of ice tomorrow!
-
I agree.....lots of open water around now.......tonight and tomorrow could be a little crazy on the east and north shore.....I would move docks and such away from shorelines
-
hey don't be going out there without a spud! and you'll need a long plank!
-
That ice moved back in fast. The wind just picked up.
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
-
What a difference a day makes.
(https://s7.postimg.cc/j37zm86sn/Snap_Shot-20180404_163135_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/j37zm86sn/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/bointcshj/Snap_Shot-20180404_163238_-_Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/bointcshj/)
-
That ice moved back in fast. The wind just picked up.
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Yea, that flag is getting ripped to shreds.
-
Ice out boys!! This is apps
(https://s7.postimg.cc/99vdn6h7b/45_AE76_F1-_A700-4_C87-_A65_E-9_A8_A62939_B09.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/99vdn6h7b/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/50qnl0lnr/4_A76_FBC5-6_B99-45_E2-988_B-6_F10722_F33_A2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/50qnl0lnr/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/h2m1f62lz/97_E5_C719-_AD52-4679-9_F14-_B2_B65_D0_C034_C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/h2m1f62lz/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/4nz9etnyf/AABF1_F10-_C600-408_E-_AD38-_F113_BA81_D79_D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/4nz9etnyf/)
(https://s7.postimg.cc/m19jtnoef/E8776_FFC-_E4_E0-4306-8_B17-936_AAF2_FEAB8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/m19jtnoef/)
-
Was at sylvan but phone died. 3 news crews down there. Ice is really piling up there
-
Great pics bob
-
Heard from the hatchery today - there are some fish in the creek. They hope to be operating, possibly some day next week.
-
Nice pics Bobby.
The ice was like a jigsaw puzzle with smashed up edges at sunset. I am really curious to see what it looks like this morning.
Holy cow was that wind rippin'!
-
By the looks of things in the constantia area the ice is all off the lake. Some chunks here and there but blue water as far as I can see.
-
Last night on Ch5 they had a video of the ice rolling up onto Sylvan Beach someplace...I've never seen it live like that before...kinda awesome to see ICE breaking on the shoreline like a BIG wave crashing on the beach...but in slow motion...Really kool to see.
-
Here is a video of it, amazing considering there's no current; I've only seen this on the Hudson.
http://www.syracuse.com/weather/index.ssf/2018/04/watch_a_wall_of_ice_creep_over_sylvan_beach_shoreline_video.html
-
Cool video.
-
Wasssssup! Another ice season is closing in. Feel free to post reports, post pics, bs, and ask advise. Hope to see everyone check in. Have a safe season!
-
Bob think our eye bite will be as good as our spring summer bite was ? 😜
-
I hope so! Can’t wait.
-
howdy fellers..........gonna be awhile for Oneida ice I'm afraid.....gotta get out of this current weather pattern.........hope we all are safe and have a great season
-
I think we will do ok , but you always do anyway scout
-
I am patiently waiting!
It still looks like a good 2 or 3 weeks out.
The eye bite has been en fuego this month from the boat.
-
I think we will do ok , but you always do anyway scout
awe shucks Fred, I'm blushing....lol
-
Bruce it has been a banner year for sure , And not just eyes 🎣
-
The way these winters have been lately it probably saves a lot of perch and eyes from getting the knife.
-
Had to do a double take Bobby DeadEyez....DIEHARDS thread !
choo choo checking in :thumbsup:
-
i'm waiting. Be there when there is ice.
-
Keep us updated
-
do i need my power auger yet?
-
do i need my power auger yet?
Is it gas, electric or coffee powered?
-
:roflmao: the coffee powered one won't start once the ice gets past 6 inches
-
Howdy all. I'm gonna get rid of the itch tomorrow morning. Thinking will be in oneida in less then 2 weeks. Will see if this wind cooperates.
-
The way these winters have been lately it probably saves a lot of perch and eyes from getting the knife.
Those burbots too. They get pounded in some spots during the ice season.
-
Like ol' Tom Petty says (said) The waiting is the hardest part. This weather has not been good so far this year. I can't wait to get back on Oneida Lake.
-
Any ice forming on Big Bay yet ?
-
Howdy all. I'm gonna get rid of the itch tomorrow morning. Thinking will be in oneida in less then 2 weeks. Will see if this wind cooperates.
So....how’d you do?
-
So....how’d you do?
A couple perch. Nothing exciting. Wasn't expecting much but it was nice to sit on ice again..
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4zG2FDR/IMG-20181230-101732032.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4zG2FDR)
-
I cant wait to get on Oneida, in the meantime im scratching that itch on the smaller waters of madison county. I hope to see you all on Oneida lake soon.
-
can't wait for Onieda to be hard, went partridge hunting this morning , mt. Coyote tracks everywhere ,may hunt them soon,got the E call just need the ambition
-
A couple perch. Nothing exciting. Wasn't expecting much but it was nice to sit on ice again..
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4zG2FDR/IMG-20181230-101732032.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4zG2FDR)
nice at least you got on some ice!
-
Took a ride from Constantia to Sylvan Beach and back today. Whole east end is wide open as far as the eye can see. West half of the lake held onto some really thin ice that will surely be blown/melted away overnight I would guess. Need a cold snap!!
-
should be a good year! just have to wait for some ice!
-
Happy New Year everyone
-
Happy New Year!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/qg4gFXx4/8-E6-E5-E57-1605-486-D-9-AB9-AFBB297-F4242.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qg4gFXx4)This ice held on great during the high winds and rain. If the main lake doesn’t freeze soon... you guys know where I’ll be!!!!! It’s a private spot guys.... nevermind!!!!😈🎣🕳😂
-
Yea but the guy that owns it doesn’t patrol 😜
-
😁
-
hmmmmmm I ain't saying a word
-
Trapp he’s going to be sorry he blew that spot up , guys should know better than to put back ground in the pic 😉
-
Freddie the caravan is packing right now!!!!
-
Happy New Year Diehards!
PerchEyes
-
I have the coordinates to that spot 😜 It’s a great spot if you don’t mind listening to Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre while you fish
-
I have the coordinates to that spot 😜 It’s a great spot if you don’t mind listening to Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre while you fish
Lol!!! LAID BACK, SIPPIN’ ON GIN AN JUICE....😜
-
If he doesnt patrol, it wont be private anymore ;D. I have a "private" spot too but it looks like the Walmart parking lot on black friday these days.
I may take the boat out next week if this keeps up,
-
If he doesnt patrol, it wont be private anymore ;D. I have a "private" spot too but it looks like the Walmart parking lot on black friday these days
If he doesnt patrol, it wont be private anymore ;D. I have a "private" spot too but it looks like the Walmart parking lot on black friday these days.
Not all of us fish and tell 😉
-
If he doesnt patrol, it wont be private anymore ;D. I have a "private" spot too but it looks like the Walmart parking lot on black friday these days.
I may take the boat out next week if this keeps up,
I may take you up on a boat ride.... right to that private spot!!!!😁 Good to see you here Matt.
-
Happy New year
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDsmsT6B/0101190928b-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bDsmsT6B)
-
Kp your welcome on my boat anyrtime. I found a wad of smallies last fall i bet theyre still there waiting for us.
Freddie - i know who can keep quiet and who cant. That parking lot was epic last year.
-
Coming into work this morning that lake looked like it was the best lock up yet. Forecast doesn't look bad hopefully wind and snow can cooperate.
-
cant see any open water ...
-
Freddie - i know who can keep quiet and who cant. That parking lot was epic last year.
Your always welcome to fish with us
-
Kp your welcome on my boat anyrtime. I found a wad of smallies last fall i bet theyre still there waiting for us.
Freddie - i know who can keep quiet and who cant. That parking lot was epic last year.
Thanks Slammy....always an EPIC time!!😁
-
fished this lake once in the boat caught some nice walleye
-
So much for the skim ice from yesterday :'(
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQgXmy12/Snap-Shot-20190103-080048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQgXmy12)
-
Wide open again in front of the house. 7 day forecast doesn't look promising for ice making . Might be a while no matter what Trapper says.
-
Hey 600, What will you charge for parking when the lot is full at Lewis? Been thinking about getting my boat out and giving it a whirl, waiting for Mother Nature is getting old!
-
Geez Moose that would open a can of worms lol. We are already full.
-
I don't understand why more people don't use Verona Beach. They have a huge lot and it's only a few miles from Lewis.
-
Geez Moose that would open a can of worms lol. We are already full.
Lol 🎣🕳
-
Wide open again in front of the house. 7 day forecast doesn't look promising for ice making . Might be a while no matter what Trapper says.
oh no don't start trapper ain't saying s--- I will never give another ice report on here ...buy a spud and a life jacket and go check for yourself
-
I don't understand why more people don't use Verona Beach. They have a huge lot and it's only a few miles from Lewis.
If you have a machine it’s not a big deal but to walk it would be a hike!
-
I'm with you Trap. I have no problem walking , when it's easy going 2 miles each way on glare is a breeze for this old guy.
-
I to don’t mind using the ol shoe leather express helps keep this young man in shape 😜
-
I let Freddie drag me out on the sled I'm older then he is :roflmao:
I'm going to go check on that place i'll let you know
-
Wish I could go but the wife has an after X-mas party with old coworkers so I’ll have to put up with wings , pizza and maybe a little 🥃 🥴
-
hey that's not a bad thing .... i'll give you a call let ya know whats what
-
Hey Freddy. That doesn't sound too bad. What time can Trapper and I come over? :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Let’s see if the old dog finds some ice a tad over 2”s 😉 I struck out on the 2 I checked mine were pushing an 1.5”
-
Come on down this way Freddy. We have around 6" on some of the waters that I've been on. ;D ;D
-
Good to see some of the old familiar names on here, hope to catch up to some out on the ice!
I always bring food n beer if that helps, lol.
-
Al do you know how to read a ruler...😂😂🤣🤣🤣
-
The temps for next might actually get us on our way to some fishing 👍
-
Saw a few boats out today between the sheets of skim ice, looked pretty Epic!
The lake would probably lock overnight if it got near zero, it was a lot more skimmed than i expected.
-
Hey guys I’m new to this forum but we take a trip to Oneida every single year, have always fished sylvan beach / Lewis point area. This year we are venturing off to the other end of the lake , we are staying in brewerton the first weekend of February(hopefully there will be ice!?). My question is how is the eye/perch fishing on that end of lake? Seems like the whole lake is really just all around good to fish but just looking for some tips or pointers. Thanks , Kyle
-
The far west end is shallow,. If you're after perch and eyes, best area is from around frenchmens islands east.
My advice is to look at a lake map and pick some bumps, steep drops and fish around those. Keep moving until u find biters. Also stay away from crowds, once an area gets over pressured the fushing drops off.
-
The far west end is shallow,. If you're after perch and eyes, best area is from around frenchmens islands east.
My advice is to look at a lake map and pick some bumps, steep drops and fish around those. Keep moving until u find biters. Also stay away from crowds, once an area gets over pressured the fushing drops off.
-
good amount of skim ice but it will be open by days end im sure
-
The far west end is shallow,. If you're after perch and eyes, best area is from around frenchmens islands east.
My advice is to look at a lake map and pick some bumps, steep drops and fish around those. Keep moving until u find biters. Also stay away from crowds, once an area gets over pressured the fushing drops off.
thanks slamboney I have the navionics app on my iPhone and have been studying a lot of the lake. Shackleton shoals looks promising and a lot of the surrounding islands. Good info for staying away from the crowd too. That’s good to know
-
The forecast looks a little better. It could lock next weekend.
-
The forecast looks a little better. It could lock next weekend.
Planning on Sunday.
-
Can’t take it. If Wednesday really looks 40s and winds not crazy boats going in.
-
Check the weather after Wednesday we’ll be on the ice soon I do believe
-
Can’t take it. If Wednesday really looks 40s and winds not crazy boats going in.
I'm guessing the lake skimmed over good last night......11 and no breeze in cicero right now......if that wind tomorrow doesn't destroy it, this should be the start.....
-
Yep. East end is locked. Now the big question of what 40deg, high winds, rain and snow do between now and Thursday night.
-
At least the winds are supposed to be low later this week and no snow over the weekend. ;D
-
What’s going on guys , while everyone is still waiting on ice here’s a few recent outings , the boat doesn’t get put away ever .. see you guys on hardwater soon .
(https://i.postimg.cc/dDcjhsDy/358429-F0-B302-4758-8-CB7-00-AF6211-E3-C0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dDcjhsDy)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MX0bRCjr/40-F28-E40-27-BD-4160-9-EE3-510890-DFF1-C4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MX0bRCjr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/vxXGL2G6/5-ACF5844-4-E05-45-EC-9-B98-690171-E7-E95-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vxXGL2G6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/RWhZGm6C/838-D35-A9-631-C-4-C9-F-8811-FE2829-C77331.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RWhZGm6C)
(https://i.postimg.cc/McjK2Ymh/8-E752523-9703-4-C34-A620-43-B389-B178-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McjK2Ymh)
(https://i.postimg.cc/94SRyMLj/BE8-F0-C0-C-478-A-4-DB9-8-A58-37-B79-ED48391.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/94SRyMLj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sG3VWCCr/F73-EDAA5-D389-485-F-9852-9-ECCFE5-BD61-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sG3VWCCr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/2Vzdx0Qj/F9-B17-BF6-3-B74-40-B5-AD47-16-BABE71-F40-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2Vzdx0Qj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCVqrnqD/FC4-DBD70-C335-4-EF1-8-DAA-910-BEB31-E347.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCVqrnqD)
-
Don't worry about the ice guys, it looks like you're all too late...Jake caught them all! :o Lmao Way to go Jake!!
-
Great job Jake. I don’t think we’ll be dodging ice bergs again this weekend. ;D
-
nice job jake, thats some great fishing.
-
Yeah it skimmed over again I cant see any open water
-
Hey Jake everyone likes the easy bite , 😜 good job I’ll see ya soon
-
Lol very true , you wouldn’t believe the boats huddled around this Saturday Freddy 👏oh well . Been going strong, I know some lakes that don’t freeze and hold a few stripers 😁
-
Nice Fish
-
Jake your getting plenty of use from that new boat
-
nice haul, those perch are absolute tanks. Never fished Oneida... have no idea where to even start.
-
Nice haul of fish jakep138....especially those perch ! super
-
Great job Jake.. :clap: :clap:
-
We booked our trip for first weekend in February!! I don’t think there will be enough ice for atvs by then but hoping enough to walk on 🤞
-
There will be plenty of ice for machines by then.
-
I agree with the moose
I’d bring the wheelers if I were you ,
-
Heading up Friday to have a look spend weekend a camp see if I can fish a PBR outta the minnow tank at Apps
-
Heading up Friday to have a look spend weekend a camp see if I can fish a PBR outta the minnow tank at Apps
🍺 👍🏻
-
Way to get after them Jake! 🤙🏻
-
There will be plenty of ice for machines by then.
Really?? Awesome. That makes me feel a lot better. Not that I mind walking but the wheeler makes things easy. Thanks for heads up. Can’t wait to put the shiver minnows to work 🤟🏻
-
normally there is enough ice by then for machines it can make ice fast in the right condtions i remember 1yr that in 5 days it went from wide open to 7-8 in of ice
-
Jake your getting plenty of use from that new boat
Yes sir , she’s not designed to sit and be winterized , she likes to have full live Wells to keep her happy . Not going to argue with her 😁hope to see ya soon bud.
-
Nice job Jake. I didn’t know you had a new boat. Looks like you babtized it well.
-
Nice job Jake. I didn’t know you had a new boat. Looks like you babtized it well.
Yes sir , been good to me so far .
-
Is the Oneida Lake View webcam offline or is it just my computer being persnickety? Seems to be locked on January 2 at 5:14 pm
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Thanks, I've been watching this one too, the north shore cam was the one I was referring to.
-
Thanks, I've been watching this one too, the north shore cam was the one I was referring to.
Yup its stuck... :-\
http://oneidalakeview.com/ (http://oneidalakeview.com/)
-
Thank you for the confirmation!
-
shes opened back up thought she might hold until the cold snap but the wind from last night got it to bad the sheets that are floating around look to be over an inch thick
-
goofiest gaddam winter I've seen in quite awhile........lightnin g and thunder with heavy rain as we speak........can this get any worse
-
goofiest gaddam winter I've seen in quite awhile........lightnin g and thunder with heavy rain as we speak........can this get any worse
X2 just dumb
-
I heard it up my way
-
goofiest gaddam winter I've seen in quite awhile........lightnin g and thunder with heavy rain as we speak........can this get any worse
Thunder here too.
I don't know, last winter was pretty special too. Remember February was more like April?
Winter is coming...
-
I heard that thunder too Bruce. Then the sky turned black. On my way to pick up my son from school at 3:30 it was almost completely dark out. Crazy!
-
the cold starts wondering in today
-
Checked sylvan beach cam. Get your boogey board out. Hopefully the wind settles later on.
-
Anyone think there will be a small village on big bay this Sunday?
-
Welcome to the site Mhill
-
Welcome to the site Mhill
Thanks filetandrelease.
-
Am I seeing sylvan beach webcam correctly? Is there ice up there?
-
There a link for that cam?
-
Am I seeing sylvan beach webcam correctly? Is there ice up there?
There is some ice forming despite the wind. It reminds me of the freeze in 2015 where it froze despite the wind. Hopefully most of it stays open until the snow stops though...
-
There a link for that cam?
You can find several different cams here. The North Shore Cam is stuck right now.
http://www.oneidalakeassociation.org/ (http://www.oneidalakeassociation.org/)
-
does not appear to be anything solid lots of floating slush, which may make more ice in short time
-
Chapman park cam is working
Bruce if memory serves it was a rough walk out for a ways do to being busted up and refroze
-
Chapman park cam is working
Bruce if memory serves it was a rough walk out for a ways do to being busted up and refroze
Remember the North Shore last year? It was nuts. The ice was jagged for miles.
-
Remember the North Shore last year? It was nuts. The ice was jagged for miles.
That was a tough drag over that jagged ice last year
-
Talk about a pain in the butt , that was tough on this ol boys legs , I refused to run my sled until it smoothed out
-
when it sets up tonight should not be to rough the wind does not appear to be stacking it at least where i am as every knows each shore line is not the same, but I do think if this slush stays and in areas were it is you will have ice fast
-
I remember 2015 the lake was white caps in the morning locked up in the afternoon. That was crazy.
-
House I was working on right by Chapman Park
(https://i.postimg.cc/gnG9mGW2/B4-A4110-D-9-C99-4352-9051-D4702-B449-D18.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnG9mGW2)
-
Anybody do a drive by on their way to work this morning?
-
Any guesses on what day people will be on the ice fishing Oneida?
-
Im guessing by Monday
-
Yeah, that gives the retired guys a head start!
-
I may have to come down with the brown bottle flu Monday
-
Hey guys,
A buddy and I are looking to come over and do some perch/walleye fishing. We hit Devils lake in 2017, Winnebago 2018 and are keeping it closer to home for this season and trying Onieda mid February for a week. Never fished the area and was hoping for some tips around the lake. Is there any reputable guides around? Can we get by with a wheeler or should I plan on packing the sled? Any tips to finding success here is very appreciated.
Thank you
-
many of the regs on this site are better than a guide [ in my opinion] and have helped many ,as for atv or sled it is all to do with the snow. some years we have a lot of snow and you need a sled and other years a sled needs more snow
-
Im guessing by Monday
I guess would be Wednesday
-
Id guess maybe tomorrow.
-
hell im on it right now
-
Atta boy
-
hell im on it right now
Long as your on it take a pic and a short report , if your not please don’t give misleading info 👍🏻
-
My guess is sunday. Here's a view from this afternoon of the south shore looking north at Frenchmans island. Still some open water pockets that I can see. Lot of chunks that blew in nearshore seem to be locked in. The dark patches in the photo are open water.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sGpDXmNk/20190111-135338.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sGpDXmNk)
-
Cool pic Mr J
-
Oneida is always iffy maybe the bays by sunday but im guessing not until next weekend for the main lake, I caant see any open waters there may be a few small open holes , it froze kinda rough but not to bad
-
sylvan beach looks locked up
-
I can't wait to hit the ice. getting cabin fever.
-
I did not see any open water from Cleveland to Constantia.
There is almost no snow on the ice either. :thumbsup:
-
I’m hoping to give Oneida a try this year for perch and walleye I know I’ve read the perch typically hang around on the flats in 30-40’ depth (hopefully that’s correct), but what do you guys look for on the map for walleye locations. Similar spots?
-
I was just up at camp drove the whole nortshore did not see any open water looks like we have a good start. Stop into Apps was talking with Dave Ron and Joe the walls are packed with gear ready to go. Funny how u can go to 2 or 3 Big outdoors stores and and they don't add up the the stuff Apps has in stock best selection of the jigs that work on the lake hands down.....be safe if anyone ventures out
-
I’m ready, looks like it’s going to stay be safe everybody, and don’t rush it , And spud spud spud :tipup:
-
I’m hoping to give Oneida a try this year for perch and walleye I know I’ve read the perch typically hang around on the flats in 30-40’ depth (hopefully that’s correct), but what do you guys look for on the map for walleye locations. Similar spots?
In my experience stay on the north western section of the lake for a good mixed bag but ive done good every where on the lake. Great lake to learn how to use your electronics because of the numbers of fish. Walleye are easier to find than the perch in my opinion
-
ANY ICE ON ONEIDA YET?????😜
-
:afro: :afro:
Let me know when.. ;D
-
ANY ICE ON ONEIDA YET?????😜
Think I could bring my tracked ATV this weekend? Maybe Sunday? JK! ::)
-
Nope
-
Think I could bring my tracked ATV this weekend? Maybe Sunday? JK! ::)
The crazy part is, there will be guys checking it tomorrow. Be safe everybody, theres plenty of ice up north
-
The crazy part is, there will be guys checking it tomorrow. Be safe everybody, theres plenty of ice up north
Maybe from reply # 139 that you were on it today , not cool
-
THE ICE IS NOT SAFE ON ONIDEA YET !!!!!
-
Agreed, and rethinking my suggestion for sunday as a go. Wasnt too impressed with ice growth i saw by the end of today.
-
Won’t be long now!!!!
-
Maybe from reply # 139 that you were on it today , not cool
x2!!!!!!😡
-
remember we have a lot of new and inexperienced fisherman , they follow every word we say ..... they don't know how to determine safe ice .... I'm sure no one meant any harm but lets not joke and lead anyone astray ....the lake just locked up ,it's not safe yet . my suggestion is go by a spud or make one ,good luck be safe ....
-
My flight came in along the length of lake last night. There were still quite a few open water pockets along the south shore but the rest was locked. Just gotta give it time now.
-
Just checked the beach webcam looks like 2 guys straight out :o :o sure hope they know what they're doing :wacko:
(https://i.postimg.cc/CzCYc6tc/Snap-Shot-20190112-103949.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzCYc6tc)
correction.....there's 3 out there :o :cookoo:
-
I see 3 people out there...All standing side by side... Not good... :blink: :blink:
-
I picked today, had that feeling. Gotta watch em a lil bit now.
-
Didnt see a spud
-
Looks like they made it off
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1kYJ5Pj/Snap-Shot-20190112-104854.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1kYJ5Pj)
-
No thanks. I’ll wait a couple more days!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBC2smYx/ice-fishing-looks-good-to-me-meme-target-walleye.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBC2smYx)
-
4 guys off the beach right now
-
Good to see some people walking on her again no matter what your feelings are on the ice. To each it's own, I'm enjoying it! Oneida ice season has begun! Tight lines and be safe! Spud often...
-
Can anyone reccomend good access points for the lake for a first timer? Searching for perch/walleye. Coming from the Binghamton area. Thanks in advance!
-
Can anyone reccomend good access points for the lake for a first timer? Searching for perch/walleye. Coming from the Binghamton area. Thanks in advance!
[/quote
For newbies, go on the north side, edgewater, Godfrey PT or out of Apps(great bait shop) in Cleveland. Follow the masses and tracks. Decent parking too. And spud, spud, spud, as lady O constantly shifts her ice and where you once had 8 inches of ice, you now have an 8 inch gap of open water.
-
Spuded a inch of ice , maybe by Thursday u could walk out be careful not ready yet :'(
-
lake has been locked up for 18 hours lets go freddie looks safe to me
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqSHtT7L/images.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqSHtT7L)
this is a joke i checked 2 places my spud went right threw
-
Theres a bunch of silly people , i mean diehards ,out there.. ::)
-
that was the ice chucks and slush that blew over that way ,i'd be weary .... i'll be out there in a few days ;D
-
x2!!!!!!😡
Yup those 3 guys went out there cause they read i was on it yesterday. I apologize I made a joke, but really, anyone who just stomps out on the ice without checking for themselves is a fool.
-
Theres a bunch of silly people , i mean diehards ,out there.. ::)
Good for them.
I would be there too but fishing the beach is rarely exiting. ;D
There should be a lot more options in a couple of days...
-
How deep is it there?
I remember being able to walk out a long ways in the summer. Unless you walked towards the canal area.. ???
-
the one guy i watched walk out spudded on the way out ..... i'm not recommending going out yet but no rescue trucks were called .....
-
Drove by Big Bay this afternoon. About 30 people out there. They weren't out too far though. Don't know the ice thickness. Gonna go there myself probably on Tuesday afternoon. Supposed to be around zero tonight should make some ice pretty fast. Everybodys gotta be careful this time of year though. Looks like it will be a good ice season but no reason to rush it.
-
How deep is it there?
I remember being able to walk out a long ways in the summer. Unless you walked towards the canal area.. ???
You can get to 20’ if you are out to the end of the wall. It can be good sometimes.
I was out there in the boat just a week ago! ;D
-
6am and 3 degrees single digits since 10pm last night
-
Oneida it's zero here ,it's cold ,she built ice last night for sure
-
Looks like a zoo out there allready.... ;D
-
Been a long time. Ready to stretch the lines
:tipup:
-
I see a half dozen shanties on the east end webcam, not very far out
-
I see a half dozen shanties on the east end webcam, not very far out
what cam you looking at? thankS
-
what cam you looking at? thankS
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/
-
Three guys out of William's about half way out to island. Shoreline was only about 2" yesterday.
-
I see them too. I saw how it froze. No way I'd go out. Too sketchy. Soon though
-
Can anyone reccomend good access points for the lake for a first timer? Searching for perch/walleye. Coming from the Binghamton area. Thanks in advance!
[/quote
For newbies, go on the north side, edgewater, Godfrey PT or out of Apps(great bait shop) in Cleveland. Follow the masses and tracks. Decent parking too. And spud, spud, spud, as lady O constantly shifts her ice and where you once had 8 inches of ice, you now have an 8 inch gap of open water.
Thank you! Is the bait shop right on the lake? I googled bait shops there and can’t find one.
-
Never mind! Noticed the bait shop map pinned above and found it.
-
Bait jigs access and info hands downs u can't beat Apps
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/
thanks....i know there are a couple of cams....hopefully maybe next wknd... be safe to all and tight lines!
-
Finally got to get out on Oneida. 5 keeper eyes (kept 3) and 9 perch. Packed up at 10:15. She was a singing and shifting and cracking more then I liked. 3" of ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fk9FcXZQ/IMG-154739038428-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fk9FcXZQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zpQ2zmX/IMG-20190113-083709350.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zpQ2zmX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Vr9LdkXR/IMG-20190113-111306278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vr9LdkXR)
-
Finally got to get out on Oneida. 5 keeper eyes (kept 3) and 9 perch. Packed up at 10:15. She was a singing and shifting and cracking more then I liked. 3" of ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fk9FcXZQ/IMG-154739038428-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fk9FcXZQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zpQ2zmX/IMG-20190113-083709350.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zpQ2zmX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Vr9LdkXR/IMG-20190113-111306278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vr9LdkXR)
Great job! Where’d you go out of if you don’t mind my asking?
-
Those are some fat walleyes!
-
Well looks like guys are getting out hear and there guess i got to get my stuff ready be another week for me be safe good luck
-
Great haul s10xr , happy that another Oneida season has begun
going to give it a shot this week. PLEASE EVERYONE REMEMBER
CAUTION AND SAFETY FIRST ,Oneida offers plenty if your careful use your SPUD
NO FISH IS WORTH A LIFE... STAY SAFE AND FISH HARD WATER
-
Great job Jason!
I spudded my way out tonight and the eyes cooperated nicely.
(https://i.postimg.cc/T55g8bTr/E6434976-37-EE-4373-87-A4-1-DC5644-E2458.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/T55g8bTr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9y1nmZ8/FD787-C27-85-B6-488-D-A3-E4-53-B7-F540-C86-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9y1nmZ8)
-
nice dinner :thumbsup:
-
Great job Jason!
I spudded my way out tonight and the eyes cooperated nicely.
(https://i.postimg.cc/T55g8bTr/E6434976-37-EE-4373-87-A4-1-DC5644-E2458.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/T55g8bTr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9y1nmZ8/FD787-C27-85-B6-488-D-A3-E4-53-B7-F540-C86-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9y1nmZ8)
Gotta get the sled ready for Friday. It's always nice to bang your limit first time out
-
Nice job today guys be safe and may the fish be with you and of coarse me to!
-
Went off the beach this morning with spud, float suit, life jacket and picks. First couple hundred yards of shard has some super thin spots hidden in there, through in one wack. After that it’s another hundred yards of slush ball ice. Made it out to 23ish feet and cut through 4 inches of relatively clean ice. Kept 10 good perch and one eye. Dumped my first two keepers at the hole, back to the truck by noon. Amazing how many people I saw today that didn’t have a spud.
(https://i.postimg.cc/T5hD8vLr/42-F35-FF0-79-F1-4113-929-E-F596699-F182-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/T5hD8vLr)
-
Well done guys
-
Well looks like guys are getting out hear and there guess i got to get my stuff ready be another week for me be safe good luck
Yeah where they are fishing it was open water 3 days ago, you are all nuts. I'm definitely waiting at least A few more days till I can put my half ton of junk on the ice safe like. I have 3 spuds if anyone wants to borrow one, and some pool floaties.
:)
-
when my spud goes threw in one wack I'm turned around and on my way back in ......... very serious question why carry a spud if it goes threw in one wack and you keep going? I want 2 solid hits and feel the thud.....that's just me
-
Beauty fish fellas!! Be safe out there. :icefish:
-
Can't wait to get out there as well but man I agree, if I used a spud and it went right through, why keep going? Will be my first season fishing Oneida but I can wait until I don't have to think if I'll be getting wet that day. Good luck all!
-
Beauty fish fellas!! Be safe out there. :icefish:
maybe you whack your spud harder the others do.....lol
-
-3 this morning
-
maybe you whack your spud harder the others do.....lol
SPUDWACKER!!!
:woot:
-
would have to say Im proud to b a spudwacker lol
STAY SAFE AND FISH HARD WATER
-
when my spud goes threw in one wack I'm turned around and on my way back in ......... very serious question why carry a spud if it goes threw in one wack and you keep going? I want 2 solid hits and feel the thud.....that's just me
Good question trap. That's like, ya I got out on the lake, hiked out to about 25 FOW and my foot dropped right thru.... so I set up all my stuff and started fishing @)
Some people are crazy. It will be safe real soon.
-
SPUDWACKER!!!
:woot:
That's good stuff. Lol
-
Pretty crazy! One whack going thru I might be belly crawling my way back. The older you get the less you want to get wet or drown. Everyone one has the itch but patience and using your head keeps you fishing a few more years
-
You know what they say about following the masses, sometimes the m is silent.
-
Yep so true ::) I can’t watch the webcam anymore....scares the bejesus out of me :o
-
Yep so true ::) I can’t watch the webcam anymore....scares the bejesus out of me :o
X2😬😬😬😬
-
Yea I cant stop watching it because I'm jealous. 2.5 hours away is my biggest problem.
-
I am headed to Oneida in a couple of weeks. I read through the thread and found some of the suggestions. If anyone wants to PM me with some other info great.
What I know:
Parking at Sylvan/Verona Beach
Look for structure
Avoid Crowds
Spud Spud
Find Active Fish
Thanks and Be Safe :tipup:
-
fished off Sylvan Beach this morning...........REPO RT: #1- ice was 5.5 " in the holes I drilled..22 fow....#2- first 350 - 400 yds are a B***ch..jagged ice..doable but hazardous....#3- fishing was usual beach bowl stuff..6 good perch and dropped 1 eye at the hole.....marked very few after 9 am......#4- CLEATS ARE A MUST.....#5- she was making noise all morning which is good......#6- half a dozen guy scattered about......#7- time to let guys who are chancing a wet arse off the mat fellers......ice is good there.....#8- not saying it's good everywhere but I will be venturing to some different areas tomorrow........last but not least, SPUD SPUD SPUD ;)
-
Thanks for the report scout57
-
Yes, Thanks for the report on the ice thickness. It is nice to get a report from someone that was actually out there. I have heard enough from the couch or computer seat observers, but I do agree that a spud is the proper method to check the ice thickness your first couple of time out.
-
Has anyone ventured out of apps? Able to make it to walleye water? Trying to decide between apps and sylvan for tomorrow morning.
-
Any body gone out from Chapman?
-
Has anyone ventured out of apps? Able to make it to walleye water? Trying to decide between apps and sylvan for tomorrow morning.
I was at Apps yesterday and they said there was about 3" out front. That area always takes a bit longer to freeze with the little extra water flow.
-
You should ask in the topic labeled ONEIDA LAKE DIEHARDS, as that is where everyone posts things about oneida lake, and you will be much more likely to get a response there. Although it's not a guarantee.
-
Hi all,
looking to come over (live in Rochester) to fish Oneida over Presidents Day weekend. Any suggestions on a reasonable, per friendly place to stay? with have a ATV so beach access would be great. Was hoping to try for walleye for the first time so was considering east end, maybe around Cleveland, Sylvan Beach, etc...
Thanks in advance
-
Oneida lake
« Reply #229 on: Today at 02:58 PM »
Quote
Any body gone out from Chapman?
Web cam says "No" right now. At least to the west.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfK0gJns/011420191533-l-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfK0gJns)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Fished out of willams beach today . was only one out at the island 21ft NOTHING
moved around few times in 18ft range then moved in to 16ft only couple lookers all day.
Every hole i drilled was 4 inch plus , some nasty pressure cracks out there esp just off shore
lot of water . Spudded every step i took STILL VERY IFFY ICE .
PLEASE EVERYONE USE YOUR HEADS AND YOUR SPUD...... STAY SAFE AND FISH HARD WATER
-
thanks for reports guys
-
Nope see it from my house no one has been out there
-
Well it looks like a good storm brewing for Saturday night could get a foot or more!
-
Hi all,
looking to come over (live in Rochester) to fish Oneida over Presidents Day weekend. Any suggestions on a reasonable, per friendly place to stay? with have a ATV so beach access would be great. Was hoping to try for walleye for the first time so was considering east end, maybe around Cleveland, Sylvan Beach, etc...
Thanks in advance
If I were you for your first trip stay in Canastota at the Days Inn. Reasonable prices and not far from Sylvan Beach which is real easy to access.
-
Got out for first trip of year tonight with my son. Saw some people out in various places. Spudded out at one spot and found about 3 inches on the way out. Didn’t really feel comfortable trying to get out further so tried another spot where there were a few groups out. Found 4 inches almost everywhere we checked at second spot. Lots of cracks and noises. Still a bit spooky. Got a good evening bite. Still need some cold nights to make things less sketchy. Spud spud spud!!!!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/0zXZ7KP7/44-B476-CC-3943-4851-8225-810-A96-B793-FC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zXZ7KP7)
-
Nice job Fishshack
-
Well done Fishshack
I got out for the first time on Oneida
Kept a limit of eye and caught some decent perch ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/sv7J0f7Z/5-D211250-C1-AB-479-B-BB74-16350-B04-B42-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sv7J0f7Z)
-
nice job F&R...
-
that walk looked like hell Freddie.....I'm headed for the flat fish corner in the morning
-
Well done Fishshack
I got out for the first time on Oneida
Kept a limit of eye and decent perch ,
Nice catch Freddie. :thumbsup: :icefish:
-
Freddie nice haul I'll pop the 2019 cherry on friday
-
Nicely done Fred!
-
is there access at Cleveland yet or just Sylvan beach?
-
Nice pics and reports guys. I spudded out on the north shore to fish last couple hours before dark. Had 3 1/2 inches of ice on my way out and ended up fishing on 4 1/2 inches of ice in 24.5 fow. Poked around for the couple hours I was there. Few lookers but ended up skunked. It was nice to dust the gear off though. Ice should build a bit more before this snow hits Saturday. Everyone be safe out there
-
hows it going, never fished oneida and I'm considering packing up the gear and making a weekend trip out of it this coming weekend. from what I have gathered from ice shanty and talking to other guys that I know who have fished it this is what I know. It is not a lake to take lightly, its not ready for quads yet, and most people are heading out of sylvan beach. I was told by a buddy that fishes it often that if ice conditions allow Apps is a great place to head out from.. Is Apps accessible yet? Any information would be greatly appreciated along with info on hotels/ cabins to rent and stay in for the weekend. again any info is appropriated. thanks in advance.
-
Nice job on the walleyes guys.
you'll get them next time DeadEyez.
-
Fished Sunday and Monday, launched out of Sylvan area. Like scout57 said, drag was rough, jagged ice everywhere, very few flat spots. Spudded the entire way! Sunday I found anywhere from a couple whacks of the spud to 4", remember the lake is notorious for gas holes, totally expected what I found. These spots r small and no reason to panic! Monday I found 4"-6" everywhere, no spudding through! Sunday I kept 1 eye and 32 jumbo, Monday only fished 11-3, kept 1 eye and 22 jumbo. Not much for pics, don't even have time to drink or eat when I'm out there, but did snap this one quick Sunday to text to a buddy!
(https://i.postimg.cc/qNygrYvF/0113190903-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNygrYvF)
-
Nice perch Komo
-
Komo those are a couple good trips out there
-
Fished Sunday and Monday, launched out of Sylvan area. Like scout57 said, drag was rough, jagged ice everywhere, very few flat spots. Spudded the entire way! Sunday I found anywhere from a couple whacks of the spud to 4", remember the lake is notorious for gas holes, totally expected what I found. These spots r small and no reason to panic! Monday I found 4"-6" everywhere, no spudding through! Sunday I kept 1 eye and 32 jumbo, Monday only fished 11-3, kept 1 eye and 22 jumbo. Not much for pics, don't even have time to drink or eat when I'm out there, but did snap this one quick Sunday to text to a buddy!
(https://i.postimg.cc/qNygrYvF/0113190903-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNygrYvF)
Awesome report. Thanks. Great catch.
-
Nice pics and reports guys. I spudded out on the north shore to fish last couple hours before dark. Had 3 1/2 inches of ice on my way out and ended up fishing on 4 1/2 inches of ice in 24.5 fow. Poked around for the couple hours I was there. Few lookers but ended up skunked. It was nice to dust the gear off though. Ice should build a bit more before this snow hits Saturday. Everyone be safe out there
I have the sled 95% ready to go , need to replace A couple wheels on the undercarriage, they lost the rubber part. Going to do the evening bite thing the first week or 2 when I am working, we need to get together bud. I know A spot we can get our 3 at dark, only 10 minutes from Jackie's house. I need to get my tip downs together still.
Anyone else who wants to show and old man how to use his new Marcum, that would be pretty good too. :)
:) Cny
-
Sounds good. I know a spot or two myself. My sled is about 95% ready as well. Just need new runners on the skis which I already ordered. I’ll be in touch
-
I wanna go too
-
NICE FISH Guys! It looks like it's going to be the year of the FAT FISH!
-
thank you elrodalonzo for the info on the Days Inn
-
Anyone see 4 wheelers or sleds out yet?
Im hoping its thick enough for machines this weekend.
-
I think we need one more week before machines are a go Bob ....
-
Will need the sleds after this snow this weekend!
-
4 wheeler on big bay this am!
-
ok so i plan on a trip this weekend what are some tips for this lake for someone new?
-
ok so i plan on a trip this weekend what are some tips for this lake for someone new?
Its brand new ice. The only tip is SPUD, SPUD , SPUD .. Every step... ;)
-
Hi Guys. We have a camp just West of 3 mile and fish that end of the lake most of the summer. Anyone feel it will be safe to go out of Taft Bay this weekend? It's about a 3 hour drive for me. Thanks very much in advance!
-
this coming weekend should be good walking machines????
-
4 wheeler on big bay this am!
several and one of those 4 wheel things you can't register
-
I seen 1 wheeler on the eastern end , me I’m waiting, I can walk out far enough to find what I’m looking for , the ice I fished on was only 5” so with that we all know there can be much thinner spots as it’s isn’t uniform , so creepers and a spud for this young fellow , and main lake ice is much different than BBay
-
Thanks Men. Looks like it would be best for me to wait at least a week to bring a sled up. Tight lines!
-
Hey guys, wondering if anybody has fished off Chapman park yet and how the ice is, any bait shops near by? thinking of going out Saturday morning
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/CzYr9vSM/40-BAAECD-F030-43-F5-882-E-3-F81995-CCC10.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzYr9vSM)
Got a few perch yesterday along with some short eyes
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/1VpmXvj5/C184-A898-13-C4-49-A9-85-BB-016-B1-A5-C67-B5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1VpmXvj5)
My daughter the fish Dr did a few half assed autopsies and found several Gobies and surprisingly some remnants of zebra mussel shells
-
Moose - The gobies eat mussels so they could come from them. Also the gobies are tight to bottom so the perch probably end up eating some mussels with the gobies.
I have still only found gobies in a handful of walleye in the past 2 years.
-
Reeleyz, I thought maybe they were getting them by inhaling gobie when they fed. I didn’t realize gobies fed on the mussels 👍🏿
-
From my experience both perch and the sunfish/seeds on the finger lakes eat lots of juvenile mussels....that's from checking out stomachs. And obviously all fish like those little gobies
-
the fish will eat zebra mussels walked out abot 1/2 mile found 5 1/2inches of ice did not fish
-
I caught perch gills and catfish with zebra mussels in them.....
-
6" on the outside of messengers shoal
-
Nice job on the perch Moose, east or west?
-
6" on the outside of messengers shoal
I’m assuming this is ice thickness scout57? Thanks
-
Sheep head like zebras
-
And Freddie likes sheepys! 😜
-
And Freddie likes sheepys! 😜
I heard he’s like Uncle Jessie from the Dukes of Hazzard.
“Shepard to lost sheep!”
-
Anyone walking and fishing out of Williams Park yet? :tipup:
-
Lol you guys kill me lmao , life’s good
-
I heard he’s like Uncle Jessie from the Dukes of Hazzard.
“Shepard to lost sheep!”
😂🤣
-
Are you ready I'm going to ask again lol. Any updates on the ice conditions near apps? I don't live far from there just haven't had a chance to check it out. I live southeast of the lake and my buddy lives north west of the lake and that's our meeting point. I'm sure it's a slim chance but I'm hoping it's wheeler ready for this weekend. Any insight is greatly appreciated, thanks
-
No go for the wheelers yet.
-
I’m assuming this is ice thickness scout57? Thanks
yessir
-
2 degrees here this morning , im sure it added ice last night
-
This weather couldn’t be nicer! She’s got to be firming right up.
-
Anybody been out off Lewis Point yet any info on ice would be greatly appreciated thanx and be safe
-
go to the New York Fishing Reports And Conditions board
-
Heading up for the evening bite today and I'll report after
-
Looks like this storm is going to give us 12-18in of snow hope the wind is ripping and blows most of it off, we could use a some snow on top but not 18in
-
I got reports from few buds that the bite was pretty good today
-
Out between grassy and dakin and things are pretty slow.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/188dFSrM/20190117-122824.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/188dFSrM)
nice day out there today.....cold but not much wind........7" of ice but rough on the way out ......messengers bay area.......this damn storm is gonna ruin the weekend.......
-
Should I be using spikes or minnows for the perch on Oneida?
-
How's the ice fishing going out of Williams Beach area?
-
Should I be using spikes or minnows for the perch on Oneida?
both work.......minnow heads on a jigging rap is a great choice for this lake.......spoons are good also
-
I prefer fatheads over spikes on oneida. Either heads or just through the whole one on.
-
both work.......minnow heads on a jigging rap is a great choice for this lake.......spoons are good also
Raps with minnow heads are lethal
-
Thanks for the advice guys I appreciate it much. How about general depth ranges?
-
Fished near William beach today. 6 inches of ice. Real slick on top. Once I got past the frozen chunk ice near shore the drag out was a breeze. Over a dozen keeper perch no eyes.
(https://i.postimg.cc/crgf3Rws/20190117-180925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/crgf3Rws)
-
What's the ice like out of apps. Bringing my 10 yr old up and don't want anything too sketchy. I have the Spud and all the gear but if another section would be better let me know. General feeling of ice condition is all. Thank you
Ice 294
-
Apps is good ice crack is wet at shore but no problem 6 inches clear black ice and 3 dead Walters that liked the rap and minnow head combo tonight haha
-
Nice job Pounder!! Sounds like a good first trip out.
-
Nice job Pounder!! Sounds like a good first trip out.
X2
-
Fishing today out front of Apps in Cleveland, quite a few guys out, some sleds and ATV's. Ice is measured 6" where im at, fishing has been good so far, lookers will comment if you get aggressive, small rap tipped with minnow head seams to work....
-
Just a heads-up that there have been some "issues" at the Lewis Point parking area. The parking area has been slimmed down a bit this year, so some of the usual idiots are getting into arguments and fisticuffs over parking once it fills up (which coincidentally occurs quite early in the morning), and the neighbors have been barking to the authorities about the noisome disturbances there. If we don't want to lose this spot (it's only given to us through a revocable agreement with the campground owners), be courteous and respectful, pick your crap up when you leave the ice, and park reasonably to best accommodate your fellow anglers. You snooze you lose, get there late and it's full, don't park along the road, instead head over to Sylvan, or Chapman, or South Shore, or Williams, or Bay, or Oneida shores, or North Bay, or Cleveland or any one of the other numerous spot to access the lake.....please don't ruin this privilege for everyone else! Ok, off the soapbox, thanks for listening. Good luck out there ahead of the storm!
-
If we don't want to lose this spot (it's only given to us through a revocable agreement with the campground owners), be courteous and respectful, pick your crap up when you leave the ice, and park reasonably to best accommodate your fellow anglers. You snooze you lose, get there late and it's full, don't park along the road, instead head over to Sylvan, or Chapman, or South Shore, or Williams, or Bay, or Oneida shores, or North Bay, or Cleveland or any one of the other numerous spot to access the lake.....please don't ruin this privilege for everyone else! Ok, off the soapbox, thanks for listening. Good luck out there ahead of the storm!
All of that just makes too much sense if you're a reasonable person. Unfortunately nothing will probably change with the "me first" attitude of so many that hunt and fish :-\
-
Just a heads-up that there have been some "issues" at the Lewis Point parking area. The parking area has been slimmed down a bit this year, so some of the usual idiots are getting into arguments and fisticuffs over parking once it fills up (which coincidentally occurs quite early in the morning), and the neighbors have been barking to the authorities about the noisome disturbances there. If we don't want to lose this spot (it's only given to us through a revocable agreement with the campground owners), be courteous and respectful, pick your crap up when you leave the ice, and park reasonably to best accommodate your fellow anglers. You snooze you lose, get there late and it's full, don't park along the road, instead head over to Sylvan, or Chapman, or South Shore, or Williams, or Bay, or Oneida shores, or North Bay, or Cleveland or any one of the other numerous spot to access the lake.....please don't ruin this privilege for everyone else! Ok, off the soapbox, thanks for listening. Good luck out there ahead of the storm!
:clap: :clap:
-
Anyone fish Taft today ? Wondering if ATV will be ok there tomorrow ...any information would be great ....thanks
-
1st trip out 10 perch 2 keeper eyes 7 shorts started at noon,,, i found 6 to 8in of ice
-
Fished out of Jewell last night and this morning. One keeper walleye last night and one this morning along with seven perch. Not great but not bad. Had 7 inches of ice at most spots today. Pressure crack condition got worse on the walk in. Good luck to those venturing out in the morning and stay safe.
-
Went out this afternoon and found the eyes. 6 to 7 inches of ice but some nasty pressure cracks out by grassy and with the snow coming tonight it could create a dangerous condition for finding a place to cross. Crack is wide open in some areas so please be aware and be careful. Spud is a must
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCWcTrrM/7982-C870-E13-F-449-D-8-CB0-0044-A6-A3270-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCWcTrrM)
-
Beautiful afternoon for fishing today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hXPNy34N/73-A41-C35-DB79-41-F6-8-CE0-D4-EE15-F7186-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hXPNy34N)
-
Any good rap size and color recommendations?
-
Any good rap size and color recommendations?
I like #5 in glow.
-
Always had good luck with 3-5s and green uv or pink uv always worked best for me
-
Thank you very much, I grabbed a few shark spoons from latvia, I hope to use as well. THQ again for solid universal recommendations.
-
Had a ok day at apps ! Fished with pimple pounder . Got my limit of eyes and couple perch. #7 black and silver with minnow head. #7 is all I use go big or go home. Cut that front hook off u will lose more than u catch with it on .
-
Oh boy. The old front hook dilemma. :P
-
Oh boy. The old front hook dilemma. :P
Lol 😂
-
I try to get Freddie to cut all the hooks off his rap so I can outfish him! 😂😜
-
BG nice job yesterday glad you joined us had a couple great flurries of perch in the afternoon some giants filled 3/4 of a bucket in the same holes when u left
-
I try to get Freddie to cut all the hooks off his rap so I can outfish him! 😂😜
:woot:
-
Pretty slow for me just north of Wantry island, 6 inches of ice quite a few atvs and sleds out here, anyone getting any?(Fish that is)
-
I went out at apps. I brought home 11 perch, released a handful of dinks and some small walleye. It's always a great day of fishing at Oneida, fish or no fish. The bite was definately finicky.
-
Slow today .....
-
Had a decent morning southeast of dakin. Two eyes and two jumbos
-
Went out at Apps this morning. 6-7 inches of good black ice. Bite was finicky..lots of lookers. Caught a fox short eyes and a couple perch between two of us. Just good to get out for the first outing of the season too bad mother nature is going to dump on us.
-
Got into them good today, had my limit in 45 minutes, second one was this really good one. Got home and it was 27", my personal best, no haters please, it will be cooked properly. :)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LhY87gWb/50758782-2186356854721115-1983247650538913792-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LhY87gWb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hfVP4Wc8/50581409-2186357354721065-6449880442853130240-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hfVP4Wc8)
-
Nice fish!
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
CNY awesome fish way to go enjoy
-
Cny great eye and perch
-
Nice catch CNY!!!!
-
nice.....hog right there cny
-
Got into them good today, had my limit in 45 minutes, second one was this really good one. Got home and it was 27", my personal best, no haters please, it will be cooked properly. :)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LhY8
7gWb/50758782-2186356854721115-1983247650538913792-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LhY87gWb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hfVP4Wc8/50581409-2186357354721065-6449880442853130240-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hfVP4Wc8)
Congrats on a great catch man!
-
Out of Apps. Three huge perch and a baby eye. People moving all morning. Slow is an under statement.
-
Cny great eye and perch
Thanks all, those perch are from spring or fall fishing in the boat, I can't get into them like that on the ice, well maybe. :)
-
Lol cny I know I can catch crappie like that all summer but just never been able to hit them like that on ice
-
Tim no problem , that’s a big 1 enjoy
-
Great eye CNY! They all get eaten eventually.
-
Fished out of apps. Had a great day. 26 perch and 2 eyes. Got away from the village on the first drop and marked and caught fish all day. Lots of 14” walleye and plenty of biters today
-
Tim no problem , that’s a big 1 enjoy
I need A perch lesson this winter my friend, I have wheels, I can keep up and keep my mouth shut. :)
-
Nice job you ol hippy! I headed out to fish at 3 for evening bite. Got 2 big Waldos and dropped my 3rd at the hole. I hooked the one I lost at the hole 8 feet under the ice. He shot all the way up off bottom like a missle. I love fishing when snow storms are rolling in. The bite usually seems good on those days.
-
Tim you I and Bobby should get together and have a day of laughs and hopefully some catching
-
Tim you I and Bobby should get together and have a day of laughs and hopefully some catching
Yeah I don't want to make him look bad, I have the power of gold on my line. He runs around with old Perky, the walleye pickler.
:)
-
Bobby can bring that ol curmudgeon along 😜 how much snow down your way
-
Bobby can bring that ol curmudgeon along 😜 how much snow down your way
Foot east, pretty heavy stuff too, glad we have 8 inches of ice already underneath it. We dodged A bullet, I might go out tonight with the sled and see if I can get 3 more. Not good for walkers unless they bring their nitro pills, wheelers might have issues for A bit as well.
-
Snow is still coming down steady like fine rain. I just measured a few spots in the yard and got 10-14”
-
This snows pretty grainy, I don’t see a lot of it blowing off. Probably a lot of hard packed drifts in the near future and walking is going to be tough 😡
-
Hopefully guys well make trails with their sleds
-
This snows pretty grainy, I don’t see a lot of it blowing off. Probably a lot of hard packed drifts in the near future and walking is going to be tough 😡
I agree Moose........pretty dense crap for sure......wheeler is off the trailer and sled goes on.....got to get me a sled with reverse pretty soon....this old back is starting to not like dragging 450# sleds :P
-
Scout... sell your sled and put tracks on your wheeler
-
Scout... sell your sled and put tracks on your wheeler
good thought but probably gonna stick with the present toys.....wife's gonna retire in a couple years and will most likely head to warmer climate for the winters @)......will have to live my ice fishing thru yous guys on here :'(......all good though
-
tim nice fish man I woulda put the knife to em too man :thumbsup:
-
How far out off apps are you guys going? Are we talking walking distance or machine is a must?
-
Thinking about heading up tomorrow.......How much total snow did the lake get?
-
I just cleaned up the snow and took a quick run out on the lake. Anywhere from 12-24” in my driveway. The lake is all drifts. I was just able to keep the wheeler moving without anything behind it. There’s already a big slush field too so it’s gonna be tough going for everyone.
I’m not sure about the rest of the lake but that’s the situation on the NE side. Come prepared.
-
Thanks for the update Chowdaire.......figure d there would be lots of slush.
-
Hvent been out but from what I can see south shore is the same drifts and slush along shore line
-
Snow stopped here, the temp dumped down to 5 deg., and the wind started cranking, that should help firm things up!
-
Thanks chowdaire , Time for the big shack and sled
-
Got out yesterday morning and banged my limit out and a couple perch. Then the bite went to no existent. Lots of Lookers and no biters. I went back out last night at 4 for the night bite. My screen was lit for over a hour straight. One stupid 15" walleye bit in 2 hours of fishing and at that point I was more drinking then fishing. I had given up on playing my screen lol.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bYLY3gf/IMG-20190119-203506590.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bYLY3gf)
(https://i.postimg.cc/cKH2NLv9/IMG-20190119-080059375.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKH2NLv9)
(https://i.postimg.cc/f3rFWQXw/IMG-20190119-093611928.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f3rFWQXw)
-
If you caught a limit in the morning where you fishing for walleye when you went back out last night?
-
s10 i do that more then i should more drinks then fishin lol good job
-
news just said 22 inches in my area now the wind chill is a killer .....wed rain ...then hopefully a good freeze so we can walk on top
-
As of now the ice making is over , hope this rain coming dumps a bunch
-
Limit of perch on sunday. It was windy as heck but its winter so to heck with it. No eyes. Ice was 7+. I caught a blue perch! I post a pic later. Hot lure was a Swedish Pimple silver with glow green strip. Snow drifts looked like waves and the snow was like flour. It choked out the intake on my sled.
-
Hot lure was a Swedish Pimple silver with glow green strip.
[/quote]
That was ALWAYS my go to lure when I was out there! In several sizes from #2 to #5!
Well that and a #2 blue and silver jiggin rap for perch!
Have fun guys and be safe...
-
If you caught a limit in the morning where you fishing for walleye when you went back out last night?
I was hoping for perch. But Ill catch whatever bites. Doesn't mean I have to keep them.
-
all you fellas that went out and fished in that weather earn my respect .....oh I think your crazy but I respect ya .......
-
I agree with Trapper^^^^
-
been out 3 times , many lookers no fish. After a good year last year I feel like a beginner. I've always been a setup and stay type, need to start moving maybe. Still great to get out on the ice
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn/20190120-095008.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn)
Blue perch
-
That's what a blue perch is ??? I don't see anything blue about it.
-
Very cool good comparison photo thanks.
-
Went out Constantia today. The best part of the trip was riding the snowmobile out and then back in again. No fish where we set up and we were just about to move and then the wind picked up. Decided it was too cold to move and had plenty of food and propane. Waited for a miracle that didn't happen.
The snow is deep and drifted in waves like mentioned above. 7" of clear ice underneath. Going to be tough going for anybody and anything without a sled. Maybe Wednesday will improve things.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn/20190120-095008.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn)
Blue perch
Nice...in all my years I have caught 2 of the blue perch...both in port bay, I sent pic to in-fisherman magazine and they showed it in the magazine.
Here is a somewhat recent article on the blue perch in Minnesota.
https://www.meta-religion.com/Paranormale/Other/blue_perch.htm
-
Very cool zad! Thanks for sharing
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn/20190120-095008.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLLvP1tn)
Blue perch
awesome
-
Thanks for the picture zad. I thought I was crazy when I caught my first “blue” perch this year in Canandaigua. Really cool color. On another note, I see you took the sled out. I will probably make my first trip this week to the south shore. Do you guys think it’s safe just hanging from Chapman to Lewis?
-
Zad they are great looking perch
-
I've caught a few of those in skineatles lake I just thought it was from the water being so clear that they just didn't change to a darker color..is that a different strain of perch 🤔🤔
-
Has anyone been fishing off of Jewel state launch recently? I was up there before all of this snow and easy dragging but after the snow it formed a nice crack not too far from shore, was wondering if anyone has crossed it recently?!
-
You can catch and release as many walleye as you want
-
LOL - oops. someone just got caught. LOL
Haha. Not getting caught if I'm doing nothing wrong. I'm not sure why the question even came up.
-
Got out yesterday morning and banged my limit out and a couple perch. Then the bite went to no existent. Lots of Lookers and no biters. I went back out last night at 4 for the night bite. My screen was lit for over a hour straight. One stupid 15" walleye bit in 2 hours of fishing and at that point I was more drinking then fishing. I had given up on playing my screen lol.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bYLY3gf/IMG-20190119-203506590.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bYLY3gf)
(https://i.postimg.cc/cKH2NLv9/IMG-20190119-080059375.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKH2NLv9)
(https://i.postimg.cc/f3rFWQXw/IMG-20190119-093611928.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f3rFWQXw)
I think it was "Got out yesterday morning and banged my limit out...." followed by "went back out last night". Reads as if you went back out same day after your daily limit looking for more.
Apologies in advance if you were C&R fish or if you started at 12:00 midnight
-
Sounds like somebody's jealous. Go fishing.
-
Sounds like somebody's jealous. Go fishing.
X2
-
Yep you’d have to be a ding dong to post you kept more than your limit in a 24 hr period , well Jason 🤪
-
Sounds like somebody's jealous. Go fishing.
Not a jealous bone in my body. Was just pointing out where the confusion was
-
Yep you’d have to be a ding dong to post you kept more than your limit in a 24 hr period , well Jason 🤪
Freddy you think I'm new. Lol. I know better then that. I also don't take more then my keep. I just love catching fish.
-
Perfect.
Tight lines and apologies for any assumptions
-
hows the ice?
-
Ive done the ride from chapman to lewis. No worries, just bumpy as heck.
-
Atv or a sled. Can a atv get around?
-
Not a jealous bone in my body. Was just pointing out where the confusion was
Wasn't referring to your post.
-
Its a really rough ride out there, wheelers are a maybe some deep drifts but you should be able to get around, slow bite
-
We make any ice since Friday??? I know it's tough with all the insulation but brutal cold out might help
-
Its a really rough ride out there, wheelers are a maybe some deep drifts but you should be able to get around, slow bite
it's just as oneida1 stated.....very bumpy........varies from bare ice to 1.5 ft. drifts........went out for the evening bite around Messengers.....marked fish the whole 1.5 hrs but only enticed 1 17" eye to eat......wow, was there a lot of marks that just wouldn't even chase the lure......assuming they were eyes since I caught one.......the more holes that are drilled in the coming days are going to create some nasty slush pockets......lot of pressure on top of that 8" of ice......did see 1 wheeler out there.....assumed he came from Lewis but not positive......sled worked great, just have to take your time and watch for pressure cracks where that nasty slush hides
-
How's the ice off Lewis?
-
How's the ice off Lewis?
read above.....I was west of lewis
-
Same here Scout marked them many wouldnt even chase and the ones that came up moved slow, and Im sure they were eyes got 2 keepers 4 shorts
-
They could be zombie sheep too. They were thick over that way a few weeks ago.
-
Ice was a solid 8 inches off of Lewis. Not much slush yet. Drag is kind of rough with all the drifts. Like Scout and Oneida said the bight was slowwww. Couple perch, 5 short eyes no keepers.
-
Anyone off of Godfrey’s Point. Access with atv.
-
Freddy you think I'm new. Lol. I know better then that. I also don't take more then my keep. I just love catching fish.
Jason Didn’t imply you were new , don’t worry guys he’s harmless 😜
-
A inch or rain tonight might be what the doctor ordered for you guys on wheelers.
-
A inch or rain tonight might be what the doctor ordered for you guys on wheelers.
That would be a big help
-
Ya some rain to melt some snow and soften it so sleds can actually leave a trail in it will be a good thing.
-
Braved the north shore . Caught over 20 eyes and 30 plus perch. Bite windows were short for eyes but managed to work through perch the whole day .
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXzPQDRQ/4068-EF75-C62-B-474-C-B4-E3-CF78258-B19-EA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXzPQDRQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mc2c1wWC/EEEA0693-F0-F4-4-B9-E-BD6-C-66-F96189-AE99.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mc2c1wWC)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0zJM6jqG/F98-B37-AD-A6-DD-46-F4-8-B92-878-C8-A8684-D1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zJM6jqG)
-
Good job!
-
Good to hear they are biting again. Hopefully it stays at least decent into the weekend.
-
26 perch didnt go after eyes slow but steady bite, conditions for the ride are getting better
-
and saw 2 red fox out on the lake
-
How often do you guys change lure/presentation if you are getting marks on screen but little to no takers?
-
Oneida 1 : was your ride a sled or ATV's?
-
How often do you guys change lure/presentation if you are getting marks on screen but little to no takers?
After 2-3 minutes of trying every jigging style I know I'll throw something else down if they won't commit.
-
sled
-
Hello Guys I am looking for Apps bait shop ? can anybody help me out ? A place on the lake I am told with bait & maybe I can park truck & trailer & get out with the machine... thanks guys
-
Hello Guys I am looking for Apps bait shop ? can anybody help me out ? A place on the lake I am told with bait & maybe I can park truck & trailer & get out with the machine... thanks guys
It’s in Cleveland on the North Shore. A little past Vellas North Shore market if you’re coming from the West on 49.
I snagged this from Fred’s reply on the other thread.
1-315-675-8334 rooms
1-315-675-6011 tackle shop
-
Hello Guys I am looking for Apps bait shop ? can anybody help me out ? A place on the lake I am told with bait & maybe I can park truck & trailer & get out with the machine... thanks guys
[/quote
Smart phone Google maps app. Type in apps landing ....... Hit directions then hit go . Follow route. ]
-
Thanks Guys for the info I will give them a call... I will try to get up there this comming weekend ... stay on top.. :) :icefish:
-
Dougie? Talked with Gary today. Going out soon. How's it going? eseastrum@gmail,com
-
Has anyone been out from Chapman's? I imagine the rain helped with the ease of the drag. Maybe I'll bring the SKIDOO 800X for that duty. Either way, thanks in advance
-
Has anyone been out from Chapman's? I imagine the rain helped with the ease of the drag. Maybe I'll bring the SKIDOO 800X for that duty. Either way, thanks in advance
yes ....they are fishing
-
Has anyone been out from Chapman's? I imagine the rain helped with the ease of the drag. Maybe I'll bring the SKIDOO 800X for that duty. Either way, thanks in advance
Went out of Chapman's yesterday for the last hour of light. Snow was very heavy with slushy spots starting to form. The snow was getting packed under the sled (snowmobile) making it very hard to turn. Got stuck a couple times. After all the rain last night I have to believe it's going to be pretty bad today with a lot more slush. If it locks up tight with the cold tonight and Friday it should be good. If it doesn't refreeze solid it could be a real mess for the weekend.
-
Thanks guys - Hope for the hard freeze
-
Any idea what they get for Rooms Prices?
It’s in Cleveland on the North Shore. A little past Vellas North Shore market if you’re coming from the West on 49.
I snagged this from Fred’s reply on the other thread.
1-315-675-8334 rooms
1-315-675-6011 tackle shop
-
Any idea what they get for Rooms Prices?
Not sure. Give them a call. I think he books up fast...
-
That rain took the snow completely down. Come on cold!
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bbGvTTg/9105-C091-D3-A7-4807-8-AB1-616-DB159-C4-AC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bbGvTTg)
-
That is a good news pic Chowdaire!!!!!
-
That rain took the snow completely down. Come on cold!
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bbGvTTg/9105-C091-D3-A7-4807-8-AB1-616-DB159-C4-AC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bbGvTTg)
That will be great if it gets down to the ice and freezes hard, without leaving a layer before the lake effect tonight.
-
Not really sure how much slush is out there didn't get a chance to test it. A few guys out on Messengers. Tons of water running into lake the shore will be sketchy till it gets good and cold again.
-
I cant see any snow on top, looks to be some water on top , looks good
-
There is ~6” of slush on top of the ice in spots. It is soaking up the snow that is falling too.
If the snow stays north tomorrow it should stiffen up just fine.
-
I was out today till 1:15 , with a couple buds , 2-3”s of water and slush , no problem for wheelers or sleds , just very sloppy , but be mindful , hold the snow and it will be fine , temps are dropping ,
-
Freddy, are you studed?
-
I had to lay on the gas pretty good to keep my sled moving. It was starting to stiffen up on my way in. I bet it's pretty solid by Saturday morning.
-
Taking a total shot in the dark here, I've heard of guys accessing Oneida out from "Jewell" is there an actual public access there? Any tips for a new guy on where to park in general besides Sylvan to get into some perch and maybe a walleye? I fish alone usually, and will gladly trade info on lakes in my neck of the woods.. PM me if you dont want to advertise a parking location... thanks for any help you can give..
-
Freddy, are you studed?
No I’m not I put in some 3/8” sheet metal screws in just to kept me from sliding around and on glare ice I go slow and mix up some dish soap for lube , same set of rails going on 7 years
Tblaster yes there is ample parking at jewel , just a hill to deal with
-
tblaster123
There is parking all around the lake. On south side Lewis point, chapman park, north side apps, and plenty more.
-
walked out 100 yds at chapman park and it is not firmed up enough to walk on yet.......lows below 10 tonight should firm her up nicely for the weekend.....would be a sloppy day today though
-
Thoughts about getting machines out this weekend? Long way to haul them so just wanted to see what anyone’s thoughts are. Thanks in advanced.
-
Theres about 4in of slush and water on top of 6-8in of good ice on the north shore. Was firming up more as the morning progressed. I would imagine it will be pretty solid by tomorrow morning
-
Guys had sleds out of apps and seemed to be getting around ok. I would think sleds and atvs would be good to go by tomorrow morning or even tonight
-
Took a quick ride out Same as other guys reported 3 to 4in of wet stuff on top but it should set up tonight and make for good condtions
-
I ran my sled yesterday with no trouble , wheelers will be fine but as always be mindful of your surroundings, if it looks strange steer clear
-
Thanks for the updates Fred and Oneida.
-
Can any body tell me what time apps bait shop opens
-
6am at the latest. Told me he was gonna be there at 430 last Saturday
-
You guys are the best. Thanks for the info. Tight lines.
-
Thanx I appreciate the info mj
-
Anyone fish out from Sylvan beach recently?
-
Anyone fish out from Sylvan beach recently?
Check out the beach cam... ;)
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
-
Anybody have a newer ion auger. Looking to upgrade. The standard ion is on sale for 400 hundred bucks. Looks like it had ice up issues a couple years back, wondering if that has been fixed?
-
Matt if I was going to go with a new auger I would look into a K-Drill combined with a Milwaukee Fuel drill. It is crazy how light it is.
-
Matt if I was going to go with a new auger I would look into a K-Drill combined with a Milwaukee Fuel drill. It is crazy how light it is.
Yes Sir! I use a Milwaukee M18 on a new 7" Mini Nero from HT. Also on an 8" Nils and on a 6" Finbore Mico. Both the Finbore and Mini Nero are super light weight and do the job, better than most. The Nils is a bit heavier.
-
Yes Sir! I use a Milwaukee M18 on a new 7" Mini Nero from HT. Also on an 8" Nils and on a 6" Finbore Mico. Both the Finbore and Mini Nero are super light weight and do the job, better than most. The Nils is a bit heavier.
I am going to have to check out that auger bit. I am still running my 7” lazer. It is a little heavy but 7” is the perfect size.
-
Great day out at apps. The perch wouldn't stop biting and some real tanks. One real nice walleye and a bunch of shorts. Ice is plenty thick. I really wish I could fish more than one day a week but I'll be back out next Saturday.
-
I am going to have to check out that auger bit. I am still running my 7” lazer. It is a little heavy but 7” is the perfect size.
M18 drill and the HT 7" Mini Nero w/drill adapter is right at 7.5 lbs. Comes with an offset handle and is length adjustable.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/L5D_0LHrNqoDRB4AdilJH1oMP6SZSOMSK1sfX0lPnlYmL9cD6BaIyJedgWKNGwab0x1BTPq_dWM-HbAB3kOwyQZsYgMHxGesHX8pVOnBAaDTdvkG7elearOrVM5KO_4nhBItEmmhlGzHkIQwugcTad-Yex2oTj15XqAtIkieg1e4DVOFSxNmwZVelVFVBNFaoEYuBeEil5YqevMfsA3ggsWLmfKgdz_gx6YMb1_AoiSbXrqVZfpaIbc49jqStDbvsDQrUzC2xA5xh-vtflaOxmYH73GRw3vKxYQr_qASQum9-qKId2Gck-Ay-L9p1a4bfIIE30Tr7v6QnGTD_OzprPZYejOMIXWdGRNdT76JK7_drjm-GM8Yq7LO3bP_qbShWJ9paMr-G3pQP72TErBfc2dbj1HX_LT9pztaG-6m0nZsNnyjb-QfvDSuTT1dm76kExJvPgDcsBauoPt5HxleDHbyLcgvACnGUvdD0eUR5XnGMSBKvmhI48ubwShj73rKN5txAKoCt0X2gnVfFspC9ZVLBdwI2sUtdrLELw18-OgQYZukYjOYcm0-XKfxpeDPUPShD977yZ8F2O4r4agBN7zzNnVFe6zj6BQzly-baV2bKUTGdc5Fv4lSl0op02ovUmF4V-kJ60sXDySnQ8Vxum_rHV8We14dJvIPhGoK7qHUFx3IAgnra89y9iHcIMqgiXaPKewyAOy9dGKCpjI=w925-h1233-no)
-
Fished from 8am to 3pm today.. first time ever fishing Oneida. Only 1 walleye 1 perch the whole day. I've read it's mainly a jigging lake, but still tried the tip ups anyway. Didnt get into a single thing on the jig rod and I tried a bunch of different depths... Any tips would be greatly appreciated
-
Went out of apps this morning, had a lot of lookers but hardly any takers. Threw everything I had at them and mixed up presentation. Didn’t start catching fish until 11:30-2. Ended up with 3 keepers, lost 1 at the hole and lost another one just after the hook was set. Marked fish from 25ft-40ft. Ended up getting them on parrot and blue/silver rapala #7 with a minnow head on the treble hook. Ice was 9-10 inches where we were.
-
Great day out at apps. The perch wouldn't stop biting and some real tanks. One real nice walleye and a bunch of shorts. Ice is plenty thick. I really wish I could fish more than one day a week but I'll be back out next Saturday.
Geez you did better than me if say they wouldnt stop biting!!!! I managed around 20 perch and 5 walleyes......they were looking more than biting. I fished from 645 til 2 basically in front of Apps. Had enough for a good meal!!
-
My buddy was laughing he sat probably 30' from me. At one point I dropped down 5 times in a row and got 4 perch and the one time I had a bite that knocked the minnow head off. It really was an smazing day for me. My buddy 30' away was the same as most guys a lot of lookers. Every so often you get lucky and have a day like I had.
-
Anyone fish shackelton at all today?
-
Ive had those days and been on the losing side too!!! Good for you!!!
-
2 keeper walleye and 56 perch between 3 of us today. The bite was tough, really had to work them to get them to connect. 9-10” of ice where we fished today. Back at it again next weekend. Play safe guys!!!!😎
-
2 keeper walleye and 56 perch between 3 of us today. The bite was tough, really had to work them to get them to connect. 9-10” of ice where we fished today. Back at it again next weekend. Play safe guys!!!!😎
Good job KP!!!
-
2 keeper walleye and 56 perch between 3 of us today. The bite was tough, really had to work them to get them to connect. 9-10” of ice where we fished today. Back at it again next weekend. Play safe guys!!!!😎
Nice
-
2 keeper walleye and 56 perch between 3 of us today. The bite was tough, really had to work them to get them to connect. 9-10” of ice where we fished today. Back at it again next weekend. Play safe guys!!!!😎
3 perch and about 56 keeper sized walleye between two of us today. Next time we’ll need to team up! Lol
Not really 56, but a bunch.
We had to open all the windows on the shack and get it bright in there to bring them in today. You never know what’s gonna be the trigger.
-
3 perch and about 56 keeper sized walleye between two of us today. Next time we’ll need to team up! Lol
Not really 56, but a bunch.
We had to open all the windows on the shack and get it bright in there to bring them in today. You never know what’s gonna be the trigger.
Hmmmmm numbers reversed........Id like to see the pictures!!! LOL
You were not at the same spot i'm guessing!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bJ63ddR/010-C5-D7-E-D41-D-4-BA6-A5-AC-A91-DB41-C754-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bJ63ddR)
The rest of the eyes went back.
Pulling off the old double limit like KP did last weekend ain’t easy. Usually it’s a pick at one or the other.
I still want to do it one day but I’m a lazy walleye guy.
-
Just bustin you Chowdaire!!! I caught my first three walleyes on four drops at 650 this morning.....all three were 14in on the nose....I thought omg this is going to be easy!!! Nah! all shorts the rest of the day and tight lipped perch!!! got enough for fish tacos tonight so i had a good day!!!
-
I think you meant 15 inches?
-
Nah, he meant 14 inches. He was catching shorts, no keepers. Mistaken about how easy it was going to be. Tight lines.
-
3 perch and about 56 keeper sized walleye between two of us today. Next time we’ll need to team up! Lol
Not really 56, but a bunch.
We had to open all the windows on the shack and get it bright in there to bring them in today. You never know what’s gonna be the trigger.
Good work on the eyes Bob!! We’ll take on your ice next weekend together to see where those perch are. 😎
Good job KP!!!
Thanks!
-
Nice job guys!
I am one of those lazy walleye guys too Chow. I do like a good perch beat down once in a while though!
-
Matt if I was going to go with a new auger I would look into a K-Drill combined with a Milwaukee Fuel drill. It is crazy how light it is.
I'll 2nd that. Finally got too play with mine. 23 holes through 12 inches and still had half the battery life left. ;)
-
Fished out of Williams this morning in 16 fow near first weed bed, only fished about an hour due to son's hockey game, marked a lot of fish, four keeper perch, bunch of dinks, and dumped a couple hogs at the hole, silver Kastmaster with minnow was bait of choice
-
Be careful with your K drill in very cold conditions , have recently seen some pictures on Facebook and other forums of K drill auger with all the flights snapped off after drilling a couple holes
-
the wind was a tad brutal this morning.......has to be a truck load of buckets and such piled up on the north shore ;).....saw multiple items heading there before I boogied off the lake
-
Nice job everyone. Got out this morning. Wind was brutal. Hit the eyes pretty good at my first spot. Ended up landing 8 keepers and a short in an hour and a half. Took off to deeper water to look for perch. I found some but they were tight lipped. Only ended up with 2 perch after trying everything lol. Didn’t move to much due to the wind. It calmed down for a couple hours then cranked right back up around 2:30. It was like the arctic out there! 🥶 Had fun nonetheless.
-
Good afternoon on the ice. Fire tiger rap and a red forage minnow got it done for me today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XGMBz3wL/323-C702-A-A66-C-43-AD-B8-C4-521-F950055-EB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XGMBz3wL)
-
Nice job KP. Heard the crowds were epic over there.
Thanks for the info on the kdrill. You have me thinking about it?
-
Nice job guys
-
Nice job KP. Heard the crowds were epic over there.
Thanks for the info on the kdrill. You have me thinking about it?
You wont regret it, but I would give the eskimo pistol a long hard look after some research.....
-
Nice job KP. Heard the crowds were epic over there.
Thanks for the info on the kdrill. You have me thinking about it?
Thanks Matt! Good work on your catch this morning!
Good job to all who ventured out and caught some dinners!🎣🕳
-
the wind was a tad brutal this morning.......has to be a truck load of buckets and such piled up on the north shore ;).....saw multiple items heading there before I boogied off the lake
Yup! Lost my bucket. It was brutal at times!
-
Nice fish fellas!!
-
Nice fish dsportsman
-
Nice fish dsportsman
Thanks,tight lines!
-
Anyone fish Oneida at night thru the ice never really see anyone other then maybe hr or so after dark always fish late durning open water and get em why not thru the ice
-
Never fished Oneida before. Always wanted to get on a walleye bit with some raps. Any good places to start?
-
Read through the countless pages of information and I’m sure you’ll fine a good place to start.
Oneida humbled us this weekend. Only one keeper and a real tough bite. Camera was down so we saw schools come through, but wanted nothing to do with what we presented to them.
Wind was fun. Especially when the entire ice sheet shifted and I nearly threw up from veritgo.
-
Got out earlly this am for a quick prework trip. Landed 2 dumped a couple. Ones I marked were pretty fussy. Lake was hard and smooth with a little light snow covering in spots. Easy traveling.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XXWHwWM5/7-C930037-8761-4187-A223-FA09127-B0-EE1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XXWHwWM5)
-
You wont regret it, but I would give the eskimo pistol a long hard look after some research.....
So far so good. I got the 8" pistol bit this year and took it out for the second time yesterday running off the Milwaukee fuel. You have to start it on a crawl to catch the ice otherwise it wanders until it bites but it cuts really nice. I tried the Kdrill last year and thought it was OK but I like the pistol bit better. Time will tell on it's durability. The one change I made was taking the top disk off and sliding on a large piece of pool noodle like the Kdrill has which makes it much easier to tighten the chuck.
-
Sundays wind with the white out was epic. Had to work hard but everyone in our group got fish, but I am starting to see where the diehard comes from. Had too feel bad for the pail sitters that rode the squall out. WOW...
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WdLcSnR5/20190128-113657.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdLcSnR5)
nice morning........perch were pretty aggressive.......ice is awesome
-
Had a good walleye bite late yesterday. Oneida gave up a couple good keepers and a couple fat perch and a few short eyes. This morning we hit it again and had a lot more lookers then yesterday but few were hungry. Only put a couple fat perch on the ice and a short eye. Had to move to pick at the perch. By 9am everyone seemed to be moving around.
I was done by 11. In front of Apps. Moved in and out off the drop.
That's all I got. Time for hot soup and a shower. Fish tacos for dinner. Giddy Up
-
Nice job on the fish scout.... @)
-
Hit Oneida for my first time this winter. Headed out of Godfrey at daybreak and hit the first drop. After a dozen holes and no marks moved out to the second drop at 38 feet. Had steady action in that hole until noon. Ended with a dozen nice perch and two keeper walleye; one just barely legal and the other 23". The pressure crack on the way in was still solid on both sides but had a number of wet areas. Ice was in great shape and easy for us walkers.
-
Nice job on the fish scout.... @)
thanx rug
-
Hit Oneida for my first time this winter. Headed out of Godfrey at daybreak and hit the first drop. After a dozen holes and no marks moved out to the second drop at 38 feet. Had steady action in that hole until noon. Ended with a dozen nice perch and two keeper walleye; one just barely legal and the other 23". The pressure crack on the way in was still solid on both sides but had a number of wet areas. Ice was in great shape and easy for us walkers.
good job 2much
-
got out at 12:30 in at 4:30 with limit of perch great conditions foot of ice and smooth riding
-
got out at 12:30 in at 4:30 with limit of perch great conditions foot of ice and smooth riding
wtg Oneida
-
good job oneida
-
Great job guys! Good to see the bites decent.
-
Great job Oneida 👍🏻🎣🕳
-
got out at 12:30 in at 4:30 with limit of perch great conditions foot of ice and smooth riding
Good work!!😎
-
Great reports everyone! Got out this afternoon for last 1 1/2 before sunset. One jumbo and 3 keeper eyes. The perch spit up a 3 1/2 inch goby.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nsfx1SfM/1640-D09-E-C805-44-D0-874-A-B3-DE34-A602-CF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nsfx1SfM)
-
Nice shot DEyes & nice fish guys... :thumbsup: Guess it's nice getting past the rain eh? :woot:
-
Nice job guys!
-
Great job on all those Oneida fish guy's !
I good trip for walleye and 1 bad trip for walleye up there for me...and poor perch numbers on both those trips. :)
-
Great pic Bobby
-
great job Oneida1, a limit in 4 hours is a good time! The fish have been cooperative this year.
I took my auger apart last night just for the heck of it, turns out the broken part cost $1.08, the shop told me it wasn't available and it would be $185.00 buy a new carb and install it. I found the part locally and will install tonight. Can't believe I almost junked it. I have the worst luck with repair shops, this was the second shop I took this auger to.
-
Matt nice and peaceful on the otherside of the lake 😉
-
Matt nice and peaceful on the otherside of the lake 😉
Not quite so EPIC? ;D
Good deal on your auger Matt. Sounds like you and KP could teach those engine repair guys a thing or two.
-
front is moving in got 35today, hope we dont get to much snow
-
Not quite so EPIC? ;D
Good deal on your auger Matt. Sounds like you and KP could teach those engine repair guys a thing or two.
Kp could for sure. I break as much as i fix.
-
Matt nice and peaceful on the otherside of the lake 😉
Sounds nice Freddy.
-
I usually check the markings on a carb most small stuff is Walbro with a model number stamped on it. I then Google it and usually can find a replacement on EBay or Amazon.I went to a Tori dealer he wanted $96 for a carb i bought in line for $18.
-
great job Oneida1, a limit in 4 hours is a good time! The fish have been cooperative this year.
I took my auger apart last night just for the heck of it, turns out the broken part cost $1.08, the shop told me it wasn't available and it would be $185.00 buy a new carb and install it. I found the part locally and will install tonight. Can't believe I almost junked it. I have the worst luck with repair shops, this was the second shop I took this auger to.
GONNA BE AN EPIC REPAIR JOB MATT!!! 😁 They got nothin on us!!!!😎
-
Back after the eyes tonight after work. Got my limit with a couple shorts in the mix. Had to work for them tonight. Fished 4:00-5:00 in 24 fow.
-
Great job Bobby!
-
Thanks Bruce!
-
Not quite so EPIC? ;D
Lol , but that is 1 advantage to being retired , everyday is epic 😜
Good job Bobby
-
It sounds like and looks like you guys are doin' Ok out there. ::) Quick limits, safe ice and good travelin'...be safe...great sunset DeadEyez. ;D
-
drilled thru 13" yesterday..........gon na be a lot more after this arctic blast.....should be a long season
-
only fished till ten yesterday.......fish were not as active as the day before.....picked up 8 perch.....nice job everyone......fishing is good right now....enjoy
-
Way too go Bobby!
-
Back after the eyes tonight after work. Got my limit with a couple shorts in the mix. Had to work for them tonight. Fished 4:00-5:00 in 24 fow.
Great job Bobby DeadEyez...you are on a roll....... working full time and limiting on walleyes too !
-
Steve he’s just showing off ,
-
Yo Fred is the lake dodging that snow fall?I heard chaumont is gonna get pounded I am heading to camp tomorrow night gonna fish for a few days
-
Back after the eyes tonight after work. Got my limit with a couple shorts in the mix. Had to work for them tonight. Fished 4:00-5:00 in 24 fow.
Good work Snoop!!! Sipping on gin and juice while eating walleye filets!!! Don’t get no better than that dogg!!! 😎
-
Bill shoot me a buzz when u get to camp I'll be out n about..
-
Hey pounder according to Sully looks like we were spared , just a couple inches of new snow
-
Steve he’s just showing off ,
.....And doing a good job showing off I might add.!
Work all day...grab the ice gear....bang the eye's...head home before sundown and dinner time ! Awesome ! not always easy to do.... stay on them Bobby DeadEyez and keep us posted .
-
Lol thanks guys! Eyes are easy. It’s the guys hammering the perch consistently that deserve the props! I am a rookie when it comes to perch limits. I’m trying though! Glad we dodged the snow this time around. I feel for the folks to the north! I don’t envy them having to deal with all this snow 😔
-
Went out of north shore yesterday got 1 keeper walleye and released three shorts. Got 6 perch. Started in 22 Dow nothing went west got to 26 fow got short walleyes. Went to 31 fow got keeper eye and all the perch. Great ride had a foot of ice. Lost 2 walleyes at the hole. They where hitting blue jigging raps with minnow head.
-
Good work Snoop!!! Sipping on gin and juice while eating walleye filets!!! Don’t get no better than that dogg!!! 😎
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDTRYHh7/6254-C207-12-BC-4-A70-8-B21-03-FF61-FD2-F3-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDTRYHh7)
-
10 4 cali
-
Cold this morning. -3 at my house and -6 near the lake.
-
Took quick ride out not much snow on the ice maybe 2inches , hopefully it stays like that and we make another couple of inches of ice over weekend
-
Took quick ride out not much snow on the ice maybe 2inches , hopefully it stays like that and we make another couple of inches of ice over weekend
oneida is dead on.....2" of powder that will blow off today.......she will definitely make more ice the next couple days....drilled 13-14" this morning.....bite was pretty good for eyes......had a weird day :blink:.....dumped some heavy fish at the hole......kept 2 eaters and 4 perch :icefish:.......gaddam hooks on those raps cost me some nice fish.......ok, here come's the advice on cutting hooks off ;D
-
oneida is dead on.....2" of powder that will blow off today.......she will definitely make more ice the next couple days....drilled 13-14" this morning.....bite was pretty good for eyes......had a weird day :blink:.....dumped some heavy fish at the hole......kept 2 eaters and 4 perch :icefish:.......gaddam hooks on those raps cost me some nice fish.......ok, here come's the advice on cutting hooks off ;D
Good job on the fish scout :icefish:
-
Good job on the fish scout :icefish:
thanks Chooch.....oops that didn't come out right ;D
-
that's ok ... I've been called a lot worse things lol
must have been pretty nasty out there today.
BTW...I never cut the hooks off my raps. ;D
-
Wind is whipping and most of the snow is off the ice, and i get to many fish on the front hook to cut it off,
-
oneida is dead on.....2" of powder that will blow off today.......she will definitely make more ice the next couple days....drilled 13-14" this morning.....bite was pretty good for eyes......had a weird day :blink:.....dumped some heavy fish at the hole......kept 2 eaters and 4 perch :icefish:.......gaddam hooks on those raps cost me some nice fish.......ok, here come's the advice on cutting hooks off ;D
You should cut the front hook off, it will prevent it from catching the ice and the fish won’t get away.
-
plan to walkout of Godfrey's Satuday. Hope it's not a shoulda been here yesterday trip. Bartell Road has been saying they are all lined up from Willards Pt to Jewel. Just what to intice them with......
-
I will be up there with buddy and his girlfriend this weekend. Fishing Friday, sat, and sun am. Excited to put some time in. First big trip of 2019. Got a few spots in mind, anyone care to share any pointers to get buddy's lady on her first keeper eye? Was thinking Lewis, grassy, or Godfrey. Been on the big O about a dozen times now and still putting in the time to get on a hot 'eye bite. Gotta get that chica a bite quick, because it is gonna be damn cold on Friday. :o
-
Does this hook dilemma ever end??? ;D
Cut em all off, more fish for
me. >:D
-
oneida is dead on.....2" of powder that will blow off today.......she will definitely make more ice the next couple days....drilled 13-14" this morning.....bite was pretty good for eyes......had a weird day :blink:.....dumped some heavy fish at the hole......kept 2 eaters and 4 perch :icefish:.......gaddam hooks on those raps cost me some nice fish.......ok, here come's the advice on cutting hooks off ;D
Don’t cut it off.. bend it ober😂
-
That's it. I've been reading this forum since this December and finally registered. I had to get in on this stuff. The only real answer to the hook question is to leave it alone and drill a bigger hole!
-
Does this hook dilemma ever end??? ;D
Cut em all off, more fish for
me. >:D
😂🤣🤣🤣
-
That's it. I've been reading this forum since this December and finally registered. I had to get in on this stuff. The only real answer to the hook question is to leave it alone and drill a bigger hole!
Yes!
-
Wind is whipping and most of the snow is off the ice, and i get to many fish on the front hook to cut it off,
I’m with you , they get busted off eventually anyway
We’ll what happen to the rescue on Oneida today ,
Anyone know the scoop about a rescue
I heard a guy was lost in the blowing snow and called for help ,
-
I’m with you , they get busted off eventually anyway
We’ll what happen to the rescue on Oneida today ,
Anyone know the scoop about a rescue
I heard a guy was lost in the blowing snow and called for help ,
I heard the same thing. I also heard a couple guys were treated for exposure.
-
I dont know too much but a buddy told me that it came over his scanner that a guy fell through today.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvqBM7MC/F80-BE156-397-B-49-D1-9352-8-BB984438-C32.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvqBM7MC)
-
I feel for this guy but anybody who was on the lake today or tomorrow would be very foolish in my opinion.
-
Gear can be replaced us fisherman can not. Glad he made it off safe.
-
Scary stuff. I am glad he is okay.
-
Was down to otisco this morning thru afternoon and at moments questioned why the f I was out there.
Was nasty, saw guys chasing stuff that blew away
Not going to lie, was clinging to my shelter hoping it wasn't gong to fly away. Spent 30 minutes running things through my head on the most
Efficient way to pack up in the wind without disastrous results.
Glad the guy on Oneida is okay
I'm having a cold beer for ya man
-
Glad to hear your ok. Ive been contemplating anchors for the shanty and after this story im thinking well worth the money!
-
that's ok ... I've been called a lot worse things lol
must have been pretty nasty out there today.
BTW...I never cut the hooks off my raps. ;D
got out of dodge just before the wind started around 11 or so.........was a great morning to fish actually......no wind til 11........
-
Does this hook dilemma ever end??? ;D
Cut em all off, more fish for
me. >:D
now thats the best answer yet ;)
-
Does this hook dilemma ever end??? ;D
Cut em all off, more fish for
me. >:D
That’s the best lmao
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvqBM7MC/F80-BE156-397-B-49-D1-9352-8-BB984438-C32.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvqBM7MC)
My buddy was the guy who let him in to warm up.......he said the poor guy was dressed in just a sweatshirt because all his gear blew down the lake like the post said......he walked out of main st in messenger's bay and came off the ice just west of lewis pt.......how he didn't have hypothermia or frostbite is a miracle according to my buddy.......we were out also but payed attention to the sky and saw it coming and boogied.......there was a guy who walked from Lewis out to the NW at least a mile and a half......he was still there when we left at 11 am.....hope made it in ok........pay attention to weather warnings folks and plan for the worse and hope for the best.....there isn't a fish in that lake worth going thru what that fella went thru.......hope gets all his gear back
-
-3 hear now and has been that way since 7pm im guessing another few inches will be added before the warm front gets hear sunday. I heard there was a second 911 call from a guy lost in the white out on a 4wheeler who also made it in ok. been out there on days like that always have a compass and now your headings prior to loosing sight of shore because if you cant see the shore at all theres no way any one will see or find you coming out there in those conditions
-
got out of dodge just before the wind started around 11 or so.........was a great morning to fish actually......no wind til 11........
Smart move scout57...
I am glad your years of ice experience kicked in,...mother nature , especially in winter, is nothing to mess around with.
glad he made it in ok.
-
Glad to hear everybody is safe and sound. Pay attention to the weather reports and read the sky, like scout did. In the event that you lose bearing of where you are.... hunker down and wait it out. I’m guilty of pulling off stunts like going out onto the ice in snow storms. Now that I’m getting older and wiser...🤔 I may think twice!😎 Be safe people!!!!
-
I’m glad all are safe
Yes sir KP I agree, I’ve hunkered down on that lake many times , it doesn’t hurt to have a compass either , plus ice anchor systems are easy to make and cost all most nothing ,
-
great to see he made it ok,,,, we had to ride it out a couple times..it happened fast , we waited for a break in wind then made a run for it but seen, 3 - 4 huts flyin down lake as we hit the parkin lot. can hurt ya real quick
-
I’m glad all are safe
Yes sir KP I agree, I’ve hunkered down on that lake many times , it doesn’t hurt to have a compass either , plus ice anchor systems are easy to make and cost all most nothing ,
you are right Fred.....compass is always good idea and anchoring is key also.......this poor guy walked and had nothing to tie off to apparently.......anoth er guy out in the same area had his wheeler die and got so cold that he was disoriented and couldn't function......when on machines I bungey my shanty to my machine.......but most important IMHO is to pay attention to the weather reports and watch the sky......having a smart phone to check radars is handy also.......people make mistakes and will be better off for it next time.....the negative comments on facebook about these incidents is so disheartening......2 men damn near lost they're lives for christ's sake.....how about a little compassion facebbook negative nancy's
-
OK.....enough about these incidents.....both guys will fine......back to good stuff......weather looks great saturday thru next wednesday......thank goodness we made tons of ice with the warm temps coming......get out and enjoy while the fish are biting......(when it is safe to go).....couldn't resist
-
I’m glad all are safe
Yes sir KP I agree, I’ve hunkered down on that lake many times , it doesn’t hurt to have a compass either , plus ice anchor systems are easy to make and cost all most nothing ,
Same here...been out plenty of times in worse conditions. Ride it out as long as you can, have a compass in case the wind doesn't let up and you need it and most importantly think instead of panicking. Whether you're a walker, riding a machine, whatever, we all are carrying a great ice anchor....YOUR AUGER. Drill down as far as you can without breaking through and and put your shanty rope around the auger.
-
Excited to be taking a young group of Cub Scouts and their fathers out Saturday afternoon. My son and I are the only two experienced ones in the group. I have only made it out once this year (so far) so any advice on baits/locations is appreciated. I want it to be a good experience for everyone involved. I know catching fish isn't everything, but it sure gets the kids excited/interested. I am not looking for precise GPS coordinates, but I am looking for advice from experts who have had the chance to get out more than me this year. PM me if you think that's best. Anybody interested in meeting up with my group is more than welcome. I think I will be teaching knot tying and how to bait a hook more than actually fishing, but I'm ok with that. I live in Central Square so north and south shores are both fair game.
-
Good weather coming , so all enjoy and be safe ,
-
Lessons were learned and anglers OK, that's all that matters. Ditch the Darwin comments...
-
Invest in a few true ice anchors. You can use your auger, but that can be quite a long lever, capable of bending steel. Slight bend is all it takes to scrap an auger.
-
Invest in a few true ice anchors. You can use your auger, but that can be quite a long lever, capable of bending steel. Slight bend is all it takes to scrap an auger.
It's more of a "use what you have on hand in the face of an emergency" scenario, but I guess I'd have to say anyone who put their rope around the top of the auger would deserve a bent auger and a sail ride down the lake. Put the rope around the auger at ice level.
-
Thanks Matt! Good work on your catch this morning!
Good job to all who ventured out and caught some dinners!🎣🕳
The Eskimo pistol bit has a plastic shaft that connects to the cut head have already seen pictures of them broken off halfway down the hole the pictures you are seeing of the flights broken off of the K drill is most likely user error of not clearing the chips out of the hole in thick ice K drill also has an aluminum shaft that connects to the cut head
-
Glad the guys are OK but I can see why they invented the Darwin awards.
I'm really glad those guys got off and are going to be OK.
They do not need comments like this. :nono: :nono:
-
If anyone knows austin reynolds who was rescued, have him please pm me asap. Thanks
-
I'm really glad those guys got off and are going to be OK.
They do not need comments like this. :nono: :nono:
[/quote]
X2 and hopefully there will be fishermen that find some of his equipment will be able to return them to him
-
I was out yesterday and had a scare myself. In the chaos of breaking down I lost my phone which meant no navionics. Thankfully I found it but I will have a compass for back up next time. Easy to get disoriented in those conditions. Glad all made it off safe.
-
well we're talking about Oneida here man... there were guys fishing on the lake less than 12 hours after it froze. so
people decide for themselves what they believe to be safe conditions and im sure they learn their mistakes. glad everyone is ok, let's get back to the fishing
-
Wow.... i could never ignore someone in need.. especially life threating. Too each their own i guess
-
Wow.... i could never ignore someone in need.. especially life threating. Too each their own i guess
[/quote
X2.......we are all human and therefore subject to human error. Every single one of us needs someone sooner or later.
-
Lol thanks guys! Eyes are easy. It’s the guys hammering the perch consistently that deserve the props! I am a rookie when it comes to perch limits. I’m trying though! Glad we dodged the snow this time around. I feel for the folks to the north! I don’t envy them having to deal with all this snow 😔
Exact same problem I have Bob. Agreed 100 percent with you.
-
Same here...been out plenty of times in worse conditions. Ride it out as long as you can, have a compass in case the wind doesn't let up and you need it and most importantly think instead of panicking. Whether you're a walker, riding a machine, whatever, we all are carrying a great ice anchor....YOUR AUGER. Drill down as far as you can without breaking through and and put your shanty rope around the auger.
Ive used an auger to drill two holes close together and tied right to the ice Probaly difficult when it’s thicker but in an emergency you can make it happen drop the rope in one jigging rap to catch pull it up the other🤔 anything to avoid takeing a ride or loosing gear that shelter in an emergency can be life or death out there
-
I used to think I had a good sense of direction...unfortunat ely for me what I really had was a falsely developed ego.
After getting turned around and lost in fog, woods and snowstorms too may times to count I have reluctantly come the conclusion that I actually have NO sense of direction. Now when I venture anywhere I have an old fashioned compass (2 actually), my phone with Navionics and my chartplotter with GPS. Had to rely on one or more of those tools more than once.
Last Friday while fishing in the afternoon the wind was brutal and actually flipped me and my shanty over as well. Fortunately I had it anchored to my snowmobile so it was more of an aggravation than a dangerous situation, but it certainly would've been disastrous had it not been secured. I would have lost my coat, hat and gloves as well if the shanty blew across the lake. Glad everyone got back home safely yesterday. Hope any lost and found equipment is returned to the proper owners.
-
Glad everyone got back home safely yesterday. Hope any lost and found equipment is returned to the proper owners.
Never think it can't happen to you :nono:
-
I'm really glad those guys got off and are going to be OK.
They do not need comments like this. :nono: :nono:
X2 and hopefully there will be fishermen that find some of his equipment will be able to return them to him
Agreed. Didnt you go in on your snow machine a couple seasons back?
-
I’ve been in Buffalo the last two years—-we are getting hammered here—yet saw several people out in this minus degree weather. So glad to hear that gentleman is ok. I agree with scout — not a fish in that lake worth that situation!!! I enjoy reading all the chi chat about the lake. Really miss it— everyone catch an eye for me !
Gunner
-
Lessons were learned and anglers OK, that's all that matters. Ditch the Darwin comments...
👍🏿Unfortunately you can’t fix stupid
-
Looking forward to getting out there in the a.m......gonna get away from the raps and see if I can get some strikes on a small sonar.
-
If anyone knows austin reynolds who was rescued, have him please pm me asap. Thanks
can you pm me my son has his cell number
-
Anything can happen at any time, but using proper judgement can eliminate 99.9% of the problems people like these guys had. If a polar vortex is coming and wind chills of (-35) are forecasted, its probably not the best idea to go out ice fishing on a lake known for being difficult in bad weather. Their actions don't just affect them, they affect their families, as well as innocent people like first responders.
This goes without saying and everyone knows that. I got a special name I call people who like to make people feel small for making a mistake...Richard Cranium.
-
This goes without saying and everyone knows that. I got a special name I call people who like to make people feel small for making a mistake...Richard Cranium.
The best is when they simultaneously attack someone and signal their own virtues by pretending to care about the first responders.....nice touch to garner support. Disgusting really.
-
I got a special name I call people who like to make people feel small for making a mistake...Richard Cranium.
LOL :thumbsup: I've seen that guy around before, a few times. They like riding their recliners and keyboards. Prolly they have have heating pads as well. ;D
-
The best is when they simultaneously attack someone and signal their own virtues by pretending to care about the first responders.....nice touch to garner support. Disgusting really.
Yup leveraging public sympathies towards first responders to win and argument is about a weak as a 1 year old blue gill.
-
Calm down people. In the past this topic (oneida lake diehards) was shut down. Cant we all just be positive and get along lol
-
The horse had been beaten to death..... hows the fishing been anyone having any luck thats what i want to hear
-
Calm down people. In the past this topic (oneida lake diehards) was shut down. Cant we all just be positive and get along lol
x2 I was pm’d by one of the mods this year and told I could start it up and it wouldn’t get removed unless fighting and arguing got out of control. I def agree that everyone is entitled to their own opinion but let’s keep it under control so we can keep the thread going please. Thanks guys. On another note I’m out now with my best buddy lil Deadeyez for our first trip out together this season! He’s 14 now and I’m pumped to be sharing some ice with him! Life is good 👍🏻
-
Awesome, deadeyez! Good luck. Home you smash ‘em!
-
x2 I was pm’d by one of the mods this year and told I could start it up and it wouldn’t get removed unless fighting and arguing got out of control. I def agree that everyone is entitled to their own opinion but let’s keep it under control so we can keep the thread going please. Thanks guys. On another note I’m out now with my best buddy lil Deadeyez for our first trip out together this season! He’s 14 now and I’m pumped to be sharing some ice with him! Life is good 👍🏻
good times right there Deady.....enjoy every second......before you know it there grown up and out on there own
-
Looking forward to getting out there in the a.m......gonna get away from the raps and see if I can get some strikes on a small sonar.
Try a big sonar. I have more luck with 5/8 ounce than the small ones. for perch and eyes
-
Good luck Deadeyez and lil’ Deadeyez!
-
X2 Deadeyez, you and little Deadeyez have a blast out there. What a nice looking day; but I'm inside looking out! Lol :tipup:
-
Thanks guys! We are tied up 2-2 at the moment lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/cggHX1R2/6-AA84943-E508-4-E6-B-BBE1-2-F2895550-F1-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cggHX1R2)
-
First on to three wins!!! I am rooting for the youngin!!!
-
He just limited...before dad! Lol
-
Good job!!! now lets see the who wins the perch derby!!!
-
I love taking my son fishing, nice job Deadeyez! Do you think you could show me how to catch a walleye through the ice now... ??? ???
-
He just limited...before dad! Lol
WTG kid......take to the old man......don't beat em too bad though.....long walk to shore
-
I am driving up to Saratoga lake tomorrow to fish with my middle son who is a junior at Siena college.....i will let you know who schools who!!!
-
He just limited...before dad! Lol
:thumbsup:
-
Wow...Great job DeadEyezes !
Great team too....Lucky Boy and Lucky Dad....enjoy the time together Bobby.
-
Nice day out with your son, DeadEyez. Enjoy him.
-
Thanks guys! We are tied up 2-2 at the moment lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/cggHX1R2/6-AA84943-E508-4-E6-B-BBE1-2-F2895550-F1-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cggHX1R2)
Way to go bud. Catch em up!
-
Here’s another shot from today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SY4ZyrzD/A761-CB3-A-B834-4026-87-F9-A1892-E659-B1-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SY4ZyrzD)
-
Great job guys, looks like the weather sweetened up a little... @)
-
Winner winner fish dinner!!
-
Here’s another shot from today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SY4ZyrzD/A761-CB3-A-B834-4026-87-F9-A1892-E659-B1-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SY4ZyrzD)
Nice ones!
Excited to try it tomorrow out of Chapman
-
Well done deady Jr
-
just fyi a crack has heaved up running north and south ..... Its about a 1 1/2 miles south of channel
-
Went out of Williams today. Not to bad.
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVjZYVkr/9-CF04801-F61-B-40-C3-BED9-D9-F71-C85-EAE8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVjZYVkr)
-
Nice meals right there chub
-
just fyi a crack has heaved up running north and south ..... Its about a 1 1/2 miles south of channel
There is another crack east of Taft that people need to watch ...
-
Chub the pile of perch look nice, that one in there looks like a real hog! Great job.
-
Deadeyez awesome love seeing the kids out there little pounder has a game this weekend so he didn't make the trip but me and Grandpa Bill made it up here..... Day one of three in the books perch are hungry
(https://i.postimg.cc/kRQYkjnG/0201191708a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kRQYkjnG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zZkRfG2/0201191709b.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zZkRfG2)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fQnX8gx/0201191746.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fQnX8gx)
-
Nice job pounder!
-
Awesome job Chub and Pounder!!
-
Good work Bobby Jr!!!😎
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/vDvRBzFM/03033-F5-B-B4-AF-47-F9-88-F7-D906-A562429-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDvRBzFM)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDK7f2dF/4-D037278-0-E38-4-E48-B67-D-B2550411148-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDK7f2dF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rD33bZWG/A246-E2-DD-C9-E5-4-C8-E-A8-AF-F48-CC2873-BA1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rD33bZWG)My boss told me to take the day off today to fish with Josh!😁 fished from 6:00-11:30 and pulled a father/son double play. We both limited on perch and walleye. That would be Josh’s first limit of perch ever. 😎 Lots of memories being made with that young man!!! Life is Good!😎
Snoop, great job of keeping Bobby Jr interested in the outdoors!!! Good stuff bud!!!!😎🎣🕳
-
Awesome KP & Josh!! Can’t beat those memories! 👍🏻
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/vDvRBzFM/03033-F5-B-B4-AF-47-F9-88-F7-D906-A562429-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDvRBzFM)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDK7f2dF/4-D037278-0-E38-4-E48-B67-D-B2550411148-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDK7f2dF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rD33bZWG/A246-E2-DD-C9-E5-4-C8-E-A8-AF-F48-CC2873-BA1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rD33bZWG)My boss told me to take the day off today to fish with Josh!😁 fished from 6:00-11:30 and pulled a father/son double play. We both limited on perch and walleye. That would be Josh’s first limit of perch ever. 😎 Lots of memories being made with that young man!!! Life is Good!😎
Snoop, great job of keeping Bobby Jr interested in the outdoors!!! Good stuff bud!!!!😎🎣🕳
Nice!!! KP way to go!!!!
-
Good job to those who ventured out and caught some fish!!😎🎣🕳
-
Got out off of north shore today, at a park near Apps. Ice was not too bad, little bit if snow at the bottom of the hill. Fished in 38 or so, marked a lot of fish. Caught a bunch of big perch, but only a few dink eyewalls. Shanty village looked intact by apps. Back at it in the am. Will pull a limit one of these days!
-
Great job guys!
More double limits, KP? You need to teach me how to do that.
Apps has some killer goby pattern raps that I picked up on my way home from work.
Good luck to all
-
Good job guys , killer spot KP 😉, jrs turn to clean fish 🥴
-
Deadey's and Kp's, simply awesomeness 😎
-
Great job guys!!!
-
It is nice to see some good reports and great pictures from you guys out on Oneida. Thanks for sharing...BE SAFE...h2l
-
awesome KP and Josh ! You have found one hell of a honey hole... like hitting a jackpot....gold mine for sure ! Stay on 'em ! Good job PP and co. too !
-
Thanks guys!! The kid tortured them right out of the gate. 😁 I had to switch between two rods when the fish came in. Reel in one fish and drop the other rod to keep the fish there while unhooking a fish. Vice-versa.....
Good job guys , killer spot KP 😉, jrs turn to clean fish 🥴
yes it is😁 we’ll be on the prowl again next week.😉 then off to catch my first laker thru the ice😎 Jr is goin to be busy this afternoon!😁
-
Awesome catches on the perch/eyes fellas!!! it’s great to see the young guys pounding them. Great memories!! We’ve been finding a good walleye bite the past few days. Colder than Mars but the good part is that the ice is getting thicker. Looks like it’s going to be warm enough to fish in a speedo the next several days. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4k8knrC/7-B4-B264-A-165-D-4-F81-8-FE3-A9-B3-A3126-DEF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4k8knrC)
-
Awesome catches on the perch/eyes fellas!!! it’s great to see the young guys pounding them. Great memories!! We’ve been finding a good walleye bite the past few days. Colder than Mars but the good part is that the ice is getting thicker. Looks like it’s going to be warm enough to fish in a speedo the next several days. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4k8knrC/7-B4-B264-A-165-D-4-F81-8-FE3-A9-B3-A3126-DEF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4k8knrC)
what do you mean? I always fish in a speedo! Snow leopard pattern for this time of year
-
what do you mean? I always fish in a speedo! Snow leopard pattern for this time of year
.... :woot:
-
He just limited...before dad! Lol
WTG...If I was losing out to anybody it would rather be my son or grandson....kudos to dad too👍🇺🇸🎣
-
Nice fish guys, keep it up there's plenty left for all I'm sure. The young guns givin' the ole timers a run for their money...gotta love it!
-
what do you mean? I always fish in a speedo! Snow leopard pattern for this time of year
. Haha!! Sexy, stylish, practical,and comfortable all at the same time!!!
-
Fished until 9:30 this morning. Caught 5 keepers and one short. Here’s the 3 I kept
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVxTDLcz/AF2-A100-F-BF40-4-A4-E-844-F-1-C9-C7-A25-C8-B0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVxTDLcz)
-
awesome KP and Josh ! You have found one hell of a honey hole... like hitting a jackpot....gold mine for sure ! Stay on 'em ! Good job PP and co. too !
thanks Steve! Totally different spot yesterday. Gonna hit another spot this week at some point. 😎Fished until 9:30 this morning. Caught 5 keepers and one short. Here’s the 3 I kept
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVxTDLcz/AF2-A100-F-BF40-4-A4-E-844-F-1-C9-C7-A25-C8-B0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVxTDLcz)
WTG Snoop!!! 😎
-
Great job guys!
More double limits, KP? You need to teach me how to do that.
Apps has some killer goby pattern raps that I picked up on my way home from work.
Good luck to all
Those raps are almost gone!
-
Chilly start but turned out to be a beautiful day on the hard water.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ctMS5xR6/DBC42-CD0-38-F4-47-D4-8808-28-BD5593281-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ctMS5xR6)
-
two of us today grabbed 60 perch by noon came in ,they were still biting , headed out for eyes at 2pm and couldnt find them oh well
-
Apps has some killer goby pattern raps that I picked up on my way home from work.
Good luck to all
hey if you don't mind can you post a picture of those?
-
Nice work guys , got out with my bud Todd first time in 3 years we have fished together ,we chased after some perch , slow start be we each ended with 30 really nice perch ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/67brGj0T/D6-F64-CE7-4049-47-D9-848-D-8-DBF86153-A7-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67brGj0T)
-
Nice job everyone. Was slower for me today. Grabbed a limit of eyes by 9:30 then a nap and took mom out this evening. We weren’t keeping but she managed 4 eyes and is very happy.
Here’s that rap.
(https://i.postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q/5598-E3-EC-5-F20-45-FB-B7-A5-9-B099003039-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q)
-
Nice job everyone. Was slower for me today. Grabbed a limit of eyes by 9:30 then a nap and took mom out this evening. We weren’t keeping but she managed 4 eyes and is very happy.
Here’s that rap.
(https://i.postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q/5598-E3-EC-5-F20-45-FB-B7-A5-9-B099003039-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q)
"Weren't keeping".... righttttt.... ::)
-
Good work to the lady and gents!!!!😎🎣🕳
-
thank you Chowdaire I got some raps I purchased and the paint is soft so I striped it down ,i'll pull out the airbrush and do them up as close as I can ;D
-
"Weren't keeping".... righttttt.... ::)
One of the most upmost respectable and honest guys your questioning here blaster. When Chowdaire states he wasn’t keeping, I believe him 100%... end of story!!!😎
-
Nice job everyone. Was slower for me today. Grabbed a limit of eyes by 9:30 then a nap and took mom out this evening. We weren’t keeping but she managed 4 eyes and is very happy.
Here’s that rap.
(https://i.postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q/5598-E3-EC-5-F20-45-FB-B7-A5-9-B099003039-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWHRV88Q)
Ya ok 👌🏿 You got busted posting an over the limit post and now you’re bringing your mom😂 ironically my mom shot a lot of deer back in the day!
-
your never over the limit as long as your releasing the fish ....you don't have to keep fish every day heck he lives on the lake and is one of the top walleye men out there.....Chowdaire is a great guy he don't BS and he would never keep over a limit anyways .... guy has probably let more walleyes go then me blaster and moose ever caught all together :roflmao:
thanks for the photo buddy I got the base coat on
-
Ya ok 👌🏿 You got busted posting an over the limit post and now you’re bringing your mom😂 ironically my mom shot a lot of deer back in the day!
Moose - let’s not start getting ours facts mixed up here. Go back and read the posts. There was no actual “over the limit” post but the person you are talking about is not Chow.
And trust me, Chowdaire is as stand up as they come!
Not everyone needs to fill every inch of their freezer with fish.
-
Where's the best launch to fish shac
kelton? Thank you
-
Shackelton is a big shoal, but I would say the south shore state boat launch just east of Bridgeport. Straight out from there will put you on the east end of Shack
-
Fished out off grassy today. Super tough day. Two perch all day. Buddy got one keeper in 20’, but not much action. Will find them ‘eyes tomorrow am. ;)
-
Moose - let’s not start getting ours facts mixed up here. Go back and read the posts. There was no actual “over the limit” post but the person you are talking about is not Chow.
And trust me, Chowdaire is as stand up as they come!
Not everyone needs to fill every inch of their freezer with fish.
Ya I was just busting some chops, no harm intended.
-
Nice job on the fish guys!! Got out tonight for the night bite. Grabbed 3, a couple shorts, dumped a few. Beautiful afternoon out. Easy traveling and probably 14 inches of really nice ice. Almost felt too warm out but I’m not complaining.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pyJcVWgW/A115-F38-D-F0-EC-4-B71-B5-E1-EC80-E865-CA4-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pyJcVWgW)
-
Nice haul..
-
"Weren't keeping".... righttttt.... ::)
People tend to think by their own standard
-
Nice job on the eyes. They look well fed.
-
Plan on boozing and watching the game tonight so got out for am shift. Didn’t mark a ton but the ones I did mark were hungry. Great weather. Lots of guys out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/64zwHGJX/B1-FB892-C-27-A4-4295-8-AE0-B9848364-ECFB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64zwHGJX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/grbyRtzp/EC0-A24-F8-65-B2-4481-B83-E-A7965-BD249-E2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/grbyRtzp)
Go Rams!!!!!!!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/d7Mtt5vd/20190202-130402.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7Mtt5vd)
Had a great day out on the ice with my dad and a few buddies , lots of marks but really made ya work for it . everybody got there limit of eyes which is a perfect day on onieda lake
(https://i.postimg.cc/Cdf0djPs/imagejpeg-0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Cdf0djPs)
-
Awesome job everyone! I took the day off from fishing. Glad all you guys that got out got to enjoy some nicer weather 👍🏻
-
35 perch today heading back out for eyes soon.....
-
People tend to think by their own standard
By my standards I wouldn't take someone out fishing that doesn't have a license. And if they did have a license I'd keep the legal fish that were caught. But those are just my standards.
And I was also joking, I apologize.
-
Lol..... no joking on this site. Especially the “Oneida lake diehard thread”!!!! To many haters on the internet. I just enjoy reading it all and TRY not to get involved
-
Nice work guys
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhHbJHQ4/4-C09-BC2-E-3-F25-4-B5-A-843-F-167-FF81-CFF8-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhHbJHQ4)
Definitely had to work for them today. My vex battery is shot and only held 3 hours of charge so I had to get the jack and ‘eye the old fashioned way at the end of the morning. Nice to get back out there after 2 years off the ice
-
looks like you got diner anyways green hornet nice job
-
Wasn't to happy that some slob of a sportsman dumped about a dozen frozen perch by their truck in appts. Parking lot. Want a waste. :-😡
-
genzer last spring I was fishing the open water in the river with a couple guys I know we were doing good but some weeding had to be done a guy was laying all his perch on the wall when he left he started throwing the shorts in the river dead .......it was taken care of ....
-
Really good bite today. I was done by 2.
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1/EE8-A2-A90-39-B9-40-F0-9-B50-FAF29093425-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1)
-
thats a good day right there nice job....
-
hit the eyes good this afternoon... finally...
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhHbJHQ4/4-C09-BC2-E-3-F25-4-B5-A-843-F-167-FF81-CFF8-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhHbJHQ4)
Definitely had to work for them today. My vex battery is shot and only held 3 hours of charge so I had to get the jack and ‘eye the old fashioned way at the end of the morning. Nice to get back out there after 2 years off the ice
good job greenhoret not bad for being rusty
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/qg81LZv4/Snapchat-1238360193.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qg81LZv4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ykn4fN81/20190203-200436.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykn4fN81)
Easy limits by 8am on Saturday and by 730am today. Not a single yellow perch to be found though.
-
Nice job Bruce! Those look like some real slobs.
KP nice work on the father son double perch limit. That kid of yours can fish, impressed that he kept up with us the other day without a flasher
-
Nice job Bruce! Those look like some real slobs.
KP nice work on the father son double perch limit. That kid of yours can fish, impressed that he kept up with us the other day without a flasher
No flasher for your son KP??? come on bud cough up the cash!! LOL
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/qg81LZv4/Snapchat-
1238360193.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qg81LZv4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ykn4fN81/20190203-200436.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykn4fN81)
Easy limits by 8am on Saturday and by 730am today. Not a single yellow perch to be found though.
I'll trade ya..
(https://i.postimg.cc/CBzQpSDg/20190203-110915.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CBzQpSDg)
-
Really good bite today. I was done by 2.
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1/EE8-A2-A90-39-B9-40-F0-9-B50-FAF29093425-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1)
awesome job Bruce!
-
No flasher for your son KP??? come on bud cough up the cash!! LOL
Oh Jr has 1 but oops forgot it , just some good old school fishing
Great catch’s guys
-
that kid could catch fish in a can of pee ....... my money is on josh
-
Almost forgot APPs is having a contest every Saturday until ice isn’t safe , 1 week perch and walleye the next plus lunker , 100% pay out , , I believe it’s $10.00 and 5.00 on lunker , not big money but fun
Plus I was told there is a new pressure crack that runs from Willard toward 125 so watch out for it guys ,
-
Nice catches this weekend fellas back at it this friday.....an eye from my dad this weekend
(https://i.postimg.cc/06JNDgjQ/0201190855.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06JNDgjQ)
-
Very nice
-
Ahh he forgot it and still smacked em! we all remember days before flashers......
-
Great pics, everyone. And great job on the double limit, Bruce! That’s a heck of a pile.
I made a move yesterday that didn’t work out great. Caught a few eyes and perch but nothing special. Time for a new area next time out.
-
Thanks guys.
Is anyone catching any burbot?
-
Nice work on the fish guys!! Good to see Lady O giving up the goods. I haven’t seen anyone catch a burbot yet this year
-
Lets hope Lady O is still generous this coming weekend!!!
-
Nice fish guys! I don't think I've seen that many double limits in a long time. Lots of perch and fat eyes! I remember a few Super Bowl Sundays making some nice catches through the ice; but I can't ever remember catching a double limit like that...It's also fun to watch SU play Bball while fishing out there too. Keep it up guys, looks like a banner year if you're on 'em. Be safe. :tipup:
-
Nice pile Bruce we caught one Friday morning big fat 6lber
-
LOL, somebody stuck a snowman in front of the sunset cam.
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Few folks fishing the beach area this morning...
-
That's a riot!!
-
Can someone give a GPS coordinates so I can catch a few eyes :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
-
Can someone give a GPS coordinates so I can catch a few eyes :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
8675309
-
If you wanna be a taken.....head out to dakin 😂🐟
-
8675309
123456789 is another good spot!!
-
No flasher for your son KP??? come on bud cough up the cash!! LOL
He's got all the gadgets, just left it home.
-
fished today till 1 pm........ice was sloppy to say the least.....didn't venture anywhere near any pressure cracks.......smacked the perch pretty good....no eyes unless you count 6-8"ers.......top layer was gettin beat up pretty good by the sun.......long mudflaps were a nice addition to the wheeler this year.....gear stayed dry thru some pretty sloppy conditions......need to use caution out there fellers , cracks and fissures are starting to seep water and holes are whirlpooling........PA Y ATTENTION TO CHANGING CONDITIONS.......ice was 15"+ where we drilled but getting soft on top......rain tonight coupled with snowmelt will bring lots of runoff into the lake also......this was a south shore report by the way ;)
-
Really good bite today. I was done by 2.
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1/EE8-A2-A90-39-B9-40-F0-9-B50-FAF29093425-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKYKLBB1)
Good work Bruce!! Well done!!😎🎣🕳
-
Nice job Bruce! Those look like some real slobs.
KP nice work on the father son double perch limit. That kid of yours can fish, impressed that he kept up with us the other day without a flasher
Thanks bud! 😎
-
Ahh he forgot it and still smacked em! we all remember days before flashers......
lol! We have 4 ice graphs in the arsenal. Leaving the house at 4:30 in the a.m. half asleep... we all forget things. Bad thing was, that Dad forgot to put a spare in the truck to take in case of a dead battery or leaving one home. I gotta hand it to the kid.... he ran us pretty good.😎🎣🕳
-
Thanks guys.
Is anyone catching any burbot?
No burbot here Bruce.
-
I’m wondering how many more fish the guys who bought the Panoptix are catching this winter.🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 just curious.....
-
lol! We have 4 ice graphs in the arsenal. Leaving the house at 4:30 in the a.m. half asleep... we all forget things. Bad thing was, that Dad forgot to put a spare in the truck to take in case of a dead battery or leaving one home. I gotta hand it to the kid.... he ran us pretty good.😎🎣🕳
That's awesome!!! we've all had that sinking feeling......oh no!!! but he can fish that's for sure!!!
SeanP
-
I’m wondering how many more fish the guys who bought the Panoptix are catching this winter.🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 just curious.....
I bet it’s “EPIC”. ;D
The price tag looks pretty EPIC anyway.
-
https://www.syracuse.com/crime/2019/02/update-82-year-old-fisherman-dies-in-skaneateles-lake.html
-
Yeah I saw that on the news this evening. Very sad 😔
-
Nice catch rite there lots a good eats...
-
I realize everyone on here is no Jim Sidoti, but coming from WNY I’d like to gauge thoughts for the upcoming weekend on the ice? It’s a long haul with machines, and would appreciate any insight as to whether/weather (pun intended) to get out on the ice. No need for spots or locations, just from past experience with the 15 inches already there.
Looks like a cool down come Friday evening, but prior isn’t ideal. No ice is ever safe, I get it.
Thanks,
Ken
-
Keep an eye on the wind for Saturday...not looking like a great day to fish with that wind
-
was out this morning and saw lot of old ice holes that have grown
from all the runoff, Be careful out there boys some I witnessed were
more than large enough to fall in...
BE CAREFUL STAY SAFE AND FISH HARD WATER
-
I bet it’s “EPIC”. ;D
The price tag looks pretty EPIC anyway.
😁
-
josh double limits and doesn't even need a vexlar :clap: :roflmao:
-
I realize everyone on here is no Jim Sidoti, but coming from WNY I’d like to gauge thoughts for the upcoming weekend on the ice? It’s a long haul with machines, and would appreciate any insight as to whether/weather (pun intended) to get out on the ice. No need for spots or locations, just from past experience with the 15 inches already there.
Looks like a cool down come Friday evening, but prior isn’t ideal. No ice is ever safe, I get it.
Thanks,
Ken
My humble opinion is it will be ok. Obviously caution will be in order, but I think you will find a lot of people out there with machines this weekend - myself included
-
My humble opinion is it will be ok. Obviously caution will be in order, but I think you will find a lot of people out there with machines this weekend - myself included
Thank you for the honest reply. Good luck.
-
To tired to respond last night BUT ran my 4 wheeler all over yesterday with no problems. Went from Godfrey point to bouy 119, (other side of lake) no fish. Went from there to in front of apps, 31 fow, got 6 perch but only one at a time no schools. Lots of ice just stayed away from any large ice jams. A little water on the ice but not bad. All in all good day for a ride, fishing not so good but that's ok.
-
Just checking, any perch off of Chapman?
-
I'm Not a Oneida Lake Diehard yet, but we are heading out their in a Week to chase down some eyes. any advise would be great. i am amazed at the help we give each other on this site.
I plan to go out of Sylvan Beach. looking for structure and not staying on inactive fish. we fish with electronics, Jigging, and several dead sticks/tipups.
PM me with any suggestions.
-
I'm Not a Oneida Lake Diehard yet, but we are heading out their in a Week to chase down some eyes. any advise would be great. i am amazed at the help we give each other on this site.
I plan to go out of Sylvan Beach. looking for structure and not staying on inactive fish. we fish with electronics, Jigging, and several dead sticks/tipups.
PM me with any suggestions.
fish the drops, use a jig rap with a minnow head, and follow shanty town. that's about all there is for advice on Oneida everything else is a secret
-
Not a lot structure off the beach area... compared to some areas just fyi
-
Hey guys, wondering what everyone uses for a fish finder?
the Marcums are too rich for my blood, so i was wondering what everyone else was using and what they liked?
-
I'm Not a Oneida Lake Diehard yet, but we are heading out their in a Week to chase down some eyes. any advise would be great. i am amazed at the help we give each other on this site.
I plan to go out of Sylvan Beach. looking for structure and not staying on inactive fish. we fish with electronics, Jigging, and several dead sticks/tipups.
PM me with any suggestions.
Download Navionics and it will tell you where the structure is.
-
Hey guys, wondering what everyone uses for a fish finder?
the Marcums are too rich for my blood, so i was wondering what everyone else was using and what they liked?
Marcum M1 for me. 300 bucks new stock batter lasts about 6 hours. If 300 is to much. Check out the garmin striker 4 they run about 200 bucks for the ice pack.
-
The beach wouldn’t be my first choice for structure , there’s no real secrets anymore , Oneida isn’t a real hard nut to crack ,, I feel finding fish is much easier than it is to getting them top side ,
maps help that’s how I started , and Nav app on the phone is cheap enough , stop at the bait shops , and ask ,most every time we stop and give general depths that the fish are caught , and remember following a shanty town around your not learning
-
hit messengers shoal this morning.....ice is great.....slippery.... ..bring cleats.........got my eyes first thing and then the switch got turned off.......couldn't find any perch schools at all.....I think that area has been beat up this year.......my buddy said both days this past weekend you couldn't count the amount of shanties out in front of his house.......ended up with 3 eyes and 3 perch.....beat feet before the rain came in :whistle:
-
It’s pouring here at home
-
It’s pouring here at home
not much better down here Freddy
-
my new smitty is going together ;D
-
You guys are catching some great looking fish this year. I hope it goes on for a long season for you guys.
I just wanted to add a small story for some new guys and remember, think outside of the box...
Like Filet&Release said..."and remember following a shanty town around your not learning".
I'd rather fish outside of the shanty town, even 100 yards or more away. I think the fish hear all the commotion of machines getting closer and closer and
then guys drilling holes with manual or gas augers scares and scatters the fish...especially if it's been going on for a few days.
I'd look for the closest structure or just guess where they could get away far enough to calm down.
Sometimes I'd leave along with the pack in the morning and just keep driving until no one was following me anymore...
Sometimes I got lucky and landed on fish. Be safe guys
May Alfred Coon RIP :tipup:
-
When I was a kid an old timer we fished with would say after an hour of no flags "welp... time to wake 'em up" ... fire up his snowmobile, and drive around all the tip ups. At least 1 or 2 flags would go up
-
When I was a kid an old timer we fished with would say after an hour of no flags "welp... time to wake 'em up" ... fire up his snowmobile, and drive around all the tip ups. At least 1 or 2 flags would go up
I’ve seen that done at the pond , personally on Oneida I move after 30-40min , unless fish start changing their movements and then I hope they turn on and not wasting my time , far as tipups , once in 30 years tipups out fished me on Oneida and that was Slamboney
-
When I was a kid an old timer we fished with would say after an hour of no flags "welp... time to wake 'em up" ... fire up his snowmobile, and drive around all the tip ups. At least 1 or 2 flags would go up
Pretty sure that was for pickerel I've seen the same thing work. Don't think it would have the same effect of perch & eyes.
-
Hey Elrod how’s the rain down there starting to get slippery here my steps just now were very entertaining 🥴
-
my new smitty is going together ;D
Well, let's see a couple PICs. I need to build a new one.
-
just jig eyes ...i like northerns on tip ups and pickerel i like them in someone elses bucket
-
i'll post some pictures tomorrow ...i backed up on my old one :( ......
-
Pretty sure that was for pickerel I've seen the same thing work. Don't think it would have the same effect of perch & eyes.
It was for walleyes
-
Hey Elrond how’s the rain down there starting to get slippery here my steps just now were very entertaining 🥴
Still raining some. Was freezing on the trees before. I was on the lake around lunch time and it started raining hard and the wind picked up too. Don't mind one or the other but don't like the combination. Not many people out. Ice was really good but slippery creepers a must. Probably a little water on top tomorrow but nothing serious. Lonnie.
-
For electronics I use a garmen striker 4 and love it. Get many compliments on it by guys using flasher style electronics and you can’t beat the price. I built this smitty sled this year but haven’t been able to use it. Put an atv gun rack on the side to hold the auger and on the other side I put my tent which leaves more room in the sled.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hzfDk15s/51-C4293-A-8-A62-4-C77-8753-4-C3122-C24209.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hzfDk15s)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fd8rNJt4/CFFB78-B8-AA48-418-B-9-C4-A-66279-EF721-E0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fd8rNJt4)
-
Thoughts on bringing a machine out of Chapman tomorrow with all this warm weather and rain?
-
Was out of the state launch in Bridgeport tonight. The ice is still solid. Lots of standing water on top and drain holes are enlarging but should be good tomorrow. Just use extra caution
-
I bought the Garmin striker 4 package northern Marine 167 free shipping no tax..I will never go back to a flasher again ..it has a flasher ..split screen..regular screen the flasher works just as good as my marcum I prefer the split screen it's amazing and great price
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc/IMG-20190206-153757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc)
Any of you guys use these through the ice..🤔 I use them off a wall in the river in summer for eyes and crappie and do very well never tried one through the ice just curious ...
-
Why not...give it a shot
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc/IMG-20190206-153757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc)
Any of you guys use these through the ice..🤔 I use them off a wall in the river in summer for eyes and crappie and do very well never tried one through the ice just curious ...
I have some of those in my arsenal... tried them a few times. No luck.... everybody fishes a bit different, you may have the presentation to entice the fish to eat it. Good luck and report in, if they work for you.😎
-
I just so happen to have a few of those , never tried them through the ice but I have caught eyes on them during soft water
Give them a try , and if it works you have 2 choices ,tell or be still
Try them both ways bare and tip back hook with small minnow head
-
I don't have any ,big guy should give me a couple
-
I'll give u a couple trap..I have like 20 different ones in different sizes work good on open water just never tried them through the ice
-
Some days they work great!! Had a great perch bite going couple days ago with a small gold one and a wax worm on it
-
Buddy just called me from the ice. Said shore was good where he went on but did run into about a 2' deep pond that he ended up struggling through on machine.
-
Looks like the snowman didn't make it. not looking too well. :( :(
-
Hi Everyone,
New to the site. Ice fishing addicted and afflicted from growing up in Minnesota. Now living in NYS and enjoy ice fishing here as well. Hit Oneida last weekend and did very well on the perch. Caught a few jumbos!
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GFQ030L/image.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GFQ030L)
-
Those are some nice perch HW.
-
Is the parking at Lewis Point still allowed... heard rumors access would be cut off... hope so! Any info appreciated. As always, keep it clean and be respectful.
-
Is the parking at Lewis Point still allowed... heard rumors access would be cut off... hope it’s still allowed!! (I meant) Any info appreciated. As always, keep it clean and be respectful.
-
Nice fish HW welcome to NY
-
Thank you! We fished the south end off Chapman Park that day. Fished seemed to be in 30ft and deeper. Fathead minnows on small glow jigs.
Enjoy the ice everyone!
-
Hi Everyone,
New to the site. Ice fishing addicted and afflicted from growing up in Minnesota. Now living in NYS and enjoy ice fishing here as well. Hit Oneida last weekend and did very well on the perch. Caught a few jumbos!
I'd say you did well out there. Nice bunch of perch and welcome to the shanty :tipup:
-
Did someone fishing Sylvan beach need some bait money? ;D
https://www.uticaod.com/news/20190206/state-police-report-sylvan-beach-bank-robbery (https://www.uticaod.com/news/20190206/state-police-report-sylvan-beach-bank-robbery)
-
Did someone fishing Sylvan beach need some bait money? ;D
https://www.uticaod.com/news/20190206/state-police-report-sylvan-beach-bank-robbery (https://www.uticaod.com/news/20190206/state-police-report-sylvan-beach-bank-robbery)....that's funny :-[ :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Did someone fishing Sylvan beach need some bait money? ;D
Maybe they wanted to buy a Panoptix ;D
-
Can anyone update me on shore ice at Chapman? Heading out Saturday on my ATV. Thanks in advance.
-
Can anyone update me on shore ice at Chapman? Heading out Saturday on my ATV. Thanks in advance.
Your better off asking after the rain tomorrow... :-\
-
Your better off asking after the rain tomorrow... :-\
And possibly huge wind moving the water on top. Ugh
At least it's not last years 80 degree week that chewed up the shorelines.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc/IMG-20190206-153757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc)
Any of you guys use these through the ice..🤔 I use them off a wall in the river in summer for eyes and crappie and do very well never tried one through the ice just curious ...
Done well on the smaller blade baits for bigger perch. I’ll throw one on when dealing with a lot of dink’s and had better luck with only the larger fish hooking up. Good luck!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc/IMG-20190206-153757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc)
Any of you guys use these through the ice..🤔 I use them off a wall in the river in summer for eyes and crappie and do very well never tried one through the ice just curious ...
I use them when things are slow. Very rarely do I get a fish to hit them but I think it wakes them up or brings them in, then I slip my jigs back down in front of them.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc/IMG-20190206-153757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBWHggGc)
Any of you guys use these through the ice..🤔 I use them off a wall in the river in summer for eyes and crappie and do very well never tried one through the ice just curious ...
They are basically a version of the "Sonar" lures that were "hot" at Oneida (quite) a while back. I would think jigging using the furthest back hole would be similar to a Rapala without the front hook (that some people complain about). Like Filet says putting a minnow head on the bottom hook will catch Walleyes on most jigging lures. Good luck.
-
Thanks for the opinions I'm gonna give it a shot they sure work good jigging in the summer for eyes off the wall in the river near the locks.bigger crappies hit them good to in the summer
-
They are basically a version of the "Sonar" lures that were "hot" at Oneida (quite) a while back. I would think jigging using the furthest back hole would be similar to a Rapala without the front hook (that some people complain about). Like Filet says putting a minnow head on the bottom hook will catch Walleyes on most jigging lures. Good luck.
On the rapala
That's why u cut the front hook off..... Like u wrote most walleyes are caught on the bottom hook ???
Let's see hook on both ends and fish is on the bottom 1 ...... I'm just telling u what a local told me and what I see, no point in a front hook.
-
On the rapala
That's why u cut the front hook off..... Like u wrote most walleyes are caught on the bottom hook ???
Let's see hook on both ends and fish is on the bottom 1 ...... I'm just telling u what a local told me and what I see, no point in a front hook.
Im a local and I’ve caught at least 30 keepers this ice season on the front hook of my jiggin rap. This debate has been beat to death. If your gonna jig eyes through the ice use at least a 7 inch auger so you have the extra room to land them. If you only have a 6 inch auger just take your time landing them when they get up near the hole.
-
Im a local and I’ve caught at least 30 keepers this ice season on the front hook of my jiggin rap. This debate has been beat to death. If your gonna jig eyes through the ice use at least a 7 inch auger so you have the extra room to land them. If you only have a 6 inch auger just take your time landing them when they get up near the hole.
Lots of eyes caught on the front hook this season for me as well. I upgraded to a 8” nils last year. Only dumped one eye at the hole this season due to the rap hook!!!
-
Spot on Deadeyez. I use a 7” hole and it works well for me!
Also if you only have a 6” auger you can spud out the bottom of the hole. That is what my dad always did.
-
I catch A few eyes on the front
Hook , in time they break off anyway
-
On the rapala
That's why u cut the front hook off..... Like u wrote most walleyes are caught on the bottom hook ???
Let's see hook on both ends and fish is on the bottom 1 ...... I'm just telling u what a local told me and what I see, no point in a front hook.
I see you are stirring things up again Billy. Just to set the record straight I didn't say the fish are caught on the bottom hook. I said put the bait on the bottom hook. The Walleye cream the entire lure when they are feeding and get caught on whatever hook hits their mouth on the strike. I will admit that when you catch Perch on that rig they are usually on the bottom hook because they are mouthing the bait like they are taking it from another fish. The Walleyes are thinking of getting "two birds with one stone". Cya.
-
i cut the back hook off
-
I cut all my hooks off so I can fish in the aquarium at Bass pro.
-
It looks like the rain is finally done. There was water coming up around the edge where I got on last night. The ice is still in great shape though.
-
Where I fished yesterday had 11 inches of rock solid ice. Quite a bit of water on top. Very high winds predicted for today but cold weather coming should lock everything up good. Snow for the middle of the week.
-
Where I fished yesterday had 11 inches of rock solid ice. Quite a bit of water on top. Very high winds predicted for today but cold weather coming should lock everything up good. Snow for the middle of the week.
the lake is in the 4-8" zone for lake effect snow tonight and tomorrow.....but we all know how that goes ;).......little snow on top would be nice
-
Yes sir , couple inches would be nice , but we will take what ever comes our way ,
-
Yes a little snow would be good, my sliders would be thankful. Judging by the wind prediction my guess is the big snow stays a bit north. But I am no Dave Longley!
Anybody out there today might want to have cleats and ice anchors! :o
-
nothing worse than bare ice and heavy wind........need some snow to pack around the tent and stay warm and comfortable.........I've turned into a panty waste in my old age......albeit a warm panty waste
-
temp is dropping like a stone........sunday looks like it will be good to go......WINDY MUCH........I would not be venturing onto that lake today or tomorrow
-
They are basically a version of the "Sonar" lures that were "hot" at Oneida (quite) a while back. I would think jigging using the furthest back hole would be similar to a Rapala without the front hook (that some people complain about). Like Filet says putting a minnow head on the bottom hook will catch Walleyes on most jigging lures. Good luck.
Look what u wrote can u read ? PUT MINNOW HEAD ON BOTTOM HOOK CATHHES ALL THE FISH ON MOST LURES. U are like talking to pelosi or Chuck .
-
Couple recent outings with the the wife , and finally got the little guy out and he got a few jumbos as well .
(https://i.postimg.cc/3yCxB7dV/03-BE8-DCD-3-F78-450-C-94-A8-2-D075-DC81596.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3yCxB7dV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGv07Pf6/2-A0-F504-B-0-C41-4678-BAA8-B064-B34-CD2-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGv07Pf6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0zK67LG1/806077-D5-C6-A1-4316-B28-B-4961-C9739-EA2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zK67LG1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqMsLh6j/C3-AD75-E2-7412-4-DD6-94-DB-5-F60674-BFAAE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqMsLh6j)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBwYGcPL/F60-A8179-3005-4033-89-BB-C9-F456-CCBD00.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBwYGcPL)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCDxC1ht/F8010491-FCE0-4-D6-A-B7-CC-F24-B95-BAA91-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCDxC1ht)
-
Great pics Jake! The kid looks nothing like you. ;D
-
Thanks Bruce , I’m blessed to have a son that wants to fish as much as he does ! He will be fishing some tournaments with me in the upcoming years .
-
Awesome catch rite there .nice job :thumbsup: :clap:
-
Hello everyone. I am from southern new york and am looking to do some ice fishing on oneida. Never been up there before. Would anyone be able to recommend a guide? I usually fish by myself but have no idea where to start on the lake and also do not have a machine. Would love to get into some walleye and nice perch. Thanks.
-
Look what u wrote can u read ? PUT MINNOW HEAD ON BOTTOM HOOK CATHHES ALL THE FISH ON MOST LURES. U are like talking to pelosi or Chuck .
Ahhh Billy, I'm sure we would like each other if we ever got together. Don't want to get in a cage match with you that's for sure. I stand by my remarks though, put bait on bottom hook to catch fish-I didn't say which hook you would catch the Walleye on though.
-
Great pictures of your family fishing trip! Awesome perch and walleye! Way to go.
-
Now that is a cooler full of fish.
-
Great job Jake and son!! Freakin awesome!!!
-
I've never seen a kooler cooler full of fish! Lmao ;D Great take Jake!
-
Ahhh Billy, I'm sure we would like each other if we ever got together. Don't want to get in a cage match with you that's for sure. I stand by my remarks though, put bait on bottom hook to catch fish-I didn't say which hook you would catch the Walleye on though.
It's all good !! Hope to get out next week maybe Monday or Tuesday.
-
Well, a little snow would help but makes walking not so much fun. As long as it doesn't form those hard, wind packed drifts that we just got rid of.
-
I catch A few eyes on the front
Hook , in time they break off anyway
I have the back plastic fin break off long before the front hook. I have a dozen without the fin. I wrote them telling the they can’t just glue it to the paint. They directed me to their sitewhere you return defective products. It requires a receipt. Who keeps fishing lure receipts.?? Imailed the whole bunch back to them without receipts. But with a letter stating my disapproval of their product. I’ll let you know what they say... The come off easily when fishing soft water, can’t imagine what happens when banging them on the ice...
-
A little off topic but where is a good place for dinner after fishing all day, North shore or South shore? Thank you.
-
A little off topic but where is a good place for dinner after fishing all day, North shore or South shore? Thank you.
On the north shore - TJ's in Cleveland or the Sand Bar in Constantia.
-
I've never seen a kooler cooler full of fish! Lmao ;D Great take Jake!
Smaller cooler trick lmao
-
Great pics, Jake!
Wind is ripping 40mph on the east end right now. Don’t see anyone out.
-
Thats a great haul of fish!!
-
On the north shore - TJ's in Cleveland or the Sand Bar in Constantia.
south shore.......Borios on lakeshore rd, cicero.......south shore rod and gun club on fridays .......Flo's diner on the east end......Fisher bay restaurant in Bridgeport area
-
I’m planning on heading there tomorrow morning. I was just wondering what everyone’s thoughts are on if it’s safe still to bring a machine. Has anyone been out today or yesterday to verify this? Thanks
-
out yesterday ice was still in good shape,
-
south shore.......Borios on lakeshore rd, cicero.......south shore rod and gun club on fridays .......Flo's diner on the east end......Fisher bay restaurant in Bridgeport area
Much appreciated Reeleyz and Scout. Thank you.
-
Slick ice and big wind forecast tomorrow morning.Im staying in doing my tax returns before the government shuts down again.
-
Quick question about navionics. Been using it for a few years but haven’t gotten around to ever messing with the water level settings. Is there a baseline water level so you’d know if it was up or down?
-
jake you have a nice family glad you all had fun great job
-
Trapper u still going sunday
-
Smaller cooler trick lmao
Oh, I see it now...a little cooler under the fish! Jake! That's kinda like cheating isn't it?
Aw, just joking Jake. You know Freddie knows all the tricks. ;D
It's still a full cooler to me :o
-
It brutal here on South shore my advice to any one thinking about going out there don't
-
Getting any snow yet on the lake or just the hurricane winds?
-
4-6” of fluffy stuff in North Bay. It’s definitely on the lake but haven’t been out to see how drifty and slushy it is.
-
Getting any snow yet on the lake or just the hurricane winds?
inch or 2 here in cicero.....letting up as we speak.......heard the north shore got more but I'm sure most is blowing off the slick ice.......wind is still pretty intense though
-
About 8” in Constantia 1 mile north of the lake.
-
Not much snow on north shore. Mostly blew off. Winds are finally relaxing. Thank god
-
Where is everyone walking/driving out of going up tomorrow and just wondering where to go ?
-
Going out of Chapman looking for perch.
-
Went out of the south shore state launch this morning. Ice was locked up good with about 2" - 3" of snow on top with intermittent bare spots. Brutal wind and white out conditions. Glare ice under the snow, had a lot of difficulty getting going to come off the ice. Could've used studs for sure!
-
Went out of apps this morning. Wind was crazy and made setting up an adventure. Didn’t mark a ton but moving was not going to happen. Ended up with 12 keeper perch and 4 dink walleyes. Ice was 8-9” of black ice where we were. Shore ice near App’s was getting chewed up and a little sketchy on the way back in.
-
Went out of the south shore state launch this morning. Ice was locked up good with about 2" - 3" of snow on top with intermittent bare spots. Brutal wind and white out conditions. Glare ice under the snow, had a lot of difficulty getting going to come off the ice. Could've used studs for sure!
So the ice at South shore was good?
-
Any bait shops by South shore ?
-
Mid Lake Bait and Tackle on rt31 just before chapman park , Gander Outdoors in Cicero
and Mickeys Bait in North Syr
-
So the ice at South shore was good?
Where I was, yes.
-
There's a pressure crack north and a little west of the Island. I avoided that.
-
Any bait shops by South shore ?
cookies bait on rte. 298 Bridgeport
-
My wheeler’s in the shop so I walked off the north shore for a short hour or so tonight. Ice was solid. Snow was 2-3” and sticky. I’m definitely breaking out the smitty tomorrow so I don’t have a heart attack. Fish were very lethargic but I managed a few.
-
Nicely done chowdaire
-
My wheeler’s in the shop so I walked off the north shore for a short hour or so tonight. Ice was solid. Snow was 2-3” and sticky. I’m definitely breaking out the smitty tomorrow so I don’t have a heart attack. Fish were very lethargic but I managed a few.
Lethargic where I was today too!!! I got enough for a Perch dinner!!! Holy lookers!!! LOL ::) ::)
-
Personal best for me today. Limited out on eyes and perch, all by 12:30!! Yeah buddy! Still cleaning them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BjwxjfZR/0210191429.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BjwxjfZR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/215QjSY4/0210191429a-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/215QjSY4)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/jD9X6VVp/IMG-20190210-122316.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jD9X6VVp)
....nice catch I slammed them today also biggest one was 5 inches :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :-[
-
Nice work on the perch Komo
Nice visiting with the goon boy today , fun fishing and we managed a few
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXF5ZTrX/3-F6-CFB10-6-BF7-45-CC-A0-B2-D0-A955-E711-AF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXF5ZTrX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/VJMZb98z/6-AF805-F4-BD80-4-F8-B-845-B-827-FAF25658-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VJMZb98z)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8Jw0z1VW/839-C9-FDC-C4-ED-4566-AB26-6-A6-D4-FD5391-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8Jw0z1VW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/B80Y58SH/927-C58-FE-6-D06-4-F5-F-8485-703-FCB6104-C2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/B80Y58SH)
-
Great job and catch komo15, was having a decent day myself until a big eye
pulled the front and bottom hook out of my hot color jigging rap ,literally split the rap in two
could not buy a bite after that. going on the hunt for its replacement I HOPE
-
Did a quick morning trip with the wife. Bite was pretty slow, I'd say 50/50 turning marks into bites. Heading off the ice by 10am. 23Fow W5 Firetiger
(https://i.postimg.cc/mcn7f7ZK/20190210-103749.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcn7f7ZK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7ChSWK4g/20190210-144113.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7ChSWK4g)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/jD9X6VVp/IMG-20190210-122316.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jD9X6VVp)
....nice catch I slammed them today also biggest one was 5 inches :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :-[
looks like you had a great day. Good job. :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Great job Komo!!!
-
Personal best for me today. Limited out on eyes and perch, all by 12:30!! Yeah buddy! Still cleaning them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BjwxjfZR/0210191429.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BjwxjfZR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/215QjSY4/0210191429a-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/215QjSY4)
Great job Komo!!!! You were on the hungry ones!!
-
Nice job on the fish everyone. Tough evening for me. Fished one of my eye spots for the evening bite. I landed 1 short and lost 2 keepers at the hole. Time to try out a couple new spots this week. I heard someone got stuck in one of the bad cracks on a wheeler. Rick and the boys from Apps were on the recovery. Rick said he went through when he was rigging up the hoist to get the guys wheeler out. Don’t think he went in to far but enough to get a little wet! At least everyone is ok. Also heard Ricks son say someone found a pretty good sized gas hole out in front of Cleveland along the second bar. Everyone be safe and use caution out there. Even though there is good ice those gas holes and cracks are around.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8frQD7JZ/83-C39860-394-D-42-E7-8893-EC88-C346-B062.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8frQD7JZ)
😁
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8frQD7JZ/83-C39860-394-D-42-E7-8893-EC88-C346-B062.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8frQD7JZ)
😁
way to go boys
-
cookies bait on rte. 298 Bridgeport
Cookies has been open early and it's well stocked. He has some flip overs and other ice related stuff this year too.
We did ok with perch and few eyes yesterday and one of our group ended up with the first place perch in South Shore derby. Not an easy bite, I had five rods out changing constantly. 26' mid lake
-
Hi. Can anyone recommend a good starting place to walk out of on Oneida. Never fished there and am looking to come up and walk on foot. Also if anyone can recommend a guide that would be awesome.
Thanks.
-
Hi. Can anyone recommend a good starting place to walk out of on Oneida. Never fished there and am looking to come up and walk on foot. Also if anyone can recommend a guide that would be awesome.
Thanks.Chapman park in Madison county.....rte. 31 ....south shore.....don't have to walk to far to get to perch waters......30 fow +
-
Thanks scout57
-
Well, let's see a couple PICs. I need to build a new one.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dZc8xmNm/20190211-145921.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dZc8xmNm)
i used the same skis .....this time i cut enough wood to build 2 so if i break it again i have replacement parts all ready ;D
fish i just used the plans from smittys thread "my 20 dollar sled" i'm not a great carpenter but this was easy
-
Hey Trapper are those Cross Country or Down Hill Skies on your Smitty? They look like Cross Country. The Down Hill Skies I have are heavy and do not feel appropriate for a smitty sled.
-
Headed out of Godfrey this morning and couldn't get away from 10 - 14" walleye. The marks acted like pins and pins they were. Tried a number of holes from 32 to 42 fow. Only a few perch in the mix. Ice was solid and a fairly easy drag for my Smitty. Maybe the weather was too nice. Every time I think I have this place figured out I get a reminder like today.
-
need to make my way up there for sure
-
had one of those once a year days today.........kept 36 perch and probably thru back as many.........ice was great......smooth sailing for the wheeler.....quit at noon.....could have caught a 100 if i wanted........just one of those days......next trip could be a bust....hard tellin not knowin
-
Hey Trapper are those Cross Country or Down Hill Skies on your Smitty? They look like Cross Country. The Down Hill Skies I have are heavy and do not feel appropriate for a smitty sled.
cross country I got them off the side of the road
-
cross country I got them off the side of the road
Hahaha side of the road!!!! someones Christmas decorations!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
NOOOO what is wrong with your sean I wouldn't do something like that!!!!
I took them off a lady that was cross country skiing when she fell on the side of the road
:roflmao:
-
Hmmmm figured there was more to the story!!!
-
Nice job. Scout!
-
went ou at 1:30 ended with 16 perch and an eye think i could of put a hurt on perch but started chasing eyes at like 230 found them but they wouldnt hit.... seems like the perch will hit just gotta punch holes
-
went ou at 1:30 ended with 16 perch and an eye think i could of put a hurt on perch but started chasing eyes at like 230 found them but they wouldnt hit.... seems like the perch will hit just gotta punch holes
agree oneida.......dropped on an active batch of fish.......most fish I marked would hit.......minnows, spikes,heads even bare jigs a few times.....that was today, tomorrow is a new day
-
Fished out of William's beach today, good ice but open GAS HOLE midway between the parking lot and island. The open water is only 2'x2' with bubbles but the edges are still thin. Small perch, got 1 keeper just north of the island- typical day for me. Be safe out there.
-
Nice job Scout and Oneida. I got out this afternoon. Fished 4-5:30. Tried a new spot and ended up having fun with the eyes. Landed 6 keeper eyes and one nice perch. Also dumped 4 keepers at the hole due to a bad treble hook that I finally switched out. Fish were pretty aggressive. I hooked most of my fish half to 3/4 of the way up the water column in 29 fow. They were coming off the bottom like rockets 🚀 They were hitting raps with minnow heads and also got a few on bare jiggin rap.
-
Nice job Scout and Oneida. I got out this afternoon. Fished 4-5:30. Tried a new spot and ended up having fun with the eyes. Landed 6 keeper eyes and one nice perch. Also dumped 4 keepers at the hole due to a bad treble hook that I finally switched out. Fish were pretty aggressive. I hooked most of my fish half to 3/4 of the way up the water column in 29 fow. They were coming off the bottom like rockets 🚀 They were hitting raps with minnow heads and also got a few on bare jiggin rap.
love that kind of bite........
-
Nice job guys! Sounds like a good pre storm bite.
-
Is Chapman not a great starting point to walk out for walleyes? I've been out a few times there so far this season in 30-34 FOW and have only been in perch. They've been big & plentiful perch, but not wallys. Might have to expand my range some.
-
Chapman is not known for having eyes in a reasonable walking distance theres always a few here and there but ive never found good numbers
-
I thought I would share what I am doing with the 9-10” perch. FISH TACOS!!! Stumbled on making them at my wife’s request. I use tortilla wraps, fried perch, cheese, corn, lettuce, hot peppers and avocado. Use your normal recipe for frying. Use 2-3 of the smaller fillets per wrap. Absolutely delicious, and I am not a taco guy.
-
I thought I would share what I am doing with the 9-10” perch. FISH TACOS!!! Stumbled on making them at my wife’s request. I use tortilla wraps, fried perch, cheese, corn, lettuce, hot peppers and avocado. Use your normal recipe for frying. Use 2-3 of the smaller fillets per wrap. Absolutely delicious, and I am not a taco guy.
Sounds great. The avocado and hot peppers sound like a nice addition.
-
Chapman is not known for having eyes in a reasonable walking distance theres always a few here and there but ive never found good numbers
Thanks for that. I don't mind exploring and there's plenty of lake out there.
-
Nice job guys! Sounds like a good pre storm bite.
X2. Always a good day to deer hunt too.
-
Hey diehards with sales starting for softwater fishing, I would like to know what rod you like best for walleye jigging. Bass pro will be having their trade in days soon.
Thanks in advance.
-
Iceland St Croix Eyecon or Legend series 7'6 medium light fast action tip
-
Is Chapman not a great starting point to walk out for walleyes? I've been out a few times there so far this season in 30-34 FOW and have only been in perch. They've been big & plentiful perch, but not wallys. Might have to expand my range some.
Go to the east along the shoal drops and you'll find eyes. Do you have navionics on your phone? If so look on it for spots to try. Little bit of a hike but if cleaner ice not too bad.
-
Oh, I see it now...a little cooler under the fish! Jake! That's kinda like cheating isn't it?
Aw, just joking Jake. You know Freddie knows all the tricks. ;D
It's still a full cooler to me :o
Lol it’s a full size cooler overflowing of fish , 2 day haul in the cooler . No gimmicks .
-
Go to the east along the shoal drops and you'll find eyes. Do you have navionics on your phone? If so look on it for spots to try. Little bit of a hike but if cleaner ice not too bad.
wondering what exact app you guys have?
trying too look for the best one but can't decide on it
-
gotta just say that people amaze me......fished this morning before the storm started til 9 and the wind was a bit nasty but not horrible.....was getting worse when I was leaving.......the amazing part is that when I was coming off the ice there were 2 guys on machines just heading out.......watching the forecast for late morning thru this evening was saying nasty conditions with strong winds and whitout conditions.....after the episodes from a couple weeks ago why do people put themselves in harms way for a few fish knowing what is coming.......I just don't get it........rant over ;).....p.s.....the bite sucked this morning
-
I've been using a bass pro walleye series 7' med light one pc. fast action, nice rod.
-
wondering what exact app you guys have?
trying too look for the best one but can't decide on it
I've had navionics on my phone since they came out it and I think it was $4.99 one time buy back then and I'm grandfathered into the new version. It's a great tool. It's now boating USA, I think. I haven't tried anything other than that one and I don't know if there is anything better out there.
-
Yeah Scout hope they brought goggles, the last guy ended up with scratched corneas from trying to see his way through the wind blown snow.
-
Yeah Scout hope they brought goggles, the last guy ended up with scratched corneas from trying to see his way through the wind blown snow.
neither one had helmuts on ???......as we speak its gusting to 40 mph and whiteout on the south shore.......
-
I've had navionics on my phone since they came out it and I think it was $4.99 one time buy back then and I'm grandfathered into the new version. It's a great tool. It's now boating USA, I think. I haven't tried anything other than that one and I don't know if there is anything better out there.
I’m also interested in this app. Is it the boating app that has the detailed structure maps?? I also see the have a fishing app now too?? Please help
-
neither one had helmuts on ???......as we speak its gusting to 40 mph and whiteout on the south shore.......
When I was a kid we never wore helmets on sleds or wheelers. Now I never get on my sled without a helmet on. Obviously it is for safety but keeping the wind and snow out of your eyes is priceless.
-
yup i got up this morning went back to bed plus i have yet to do very good just before a front this year
-
I'm using the boating USA one. think it was 9.99 when I first bought it. Just updated and waypoints all tansferred
-
The girlfriend and I are headed back up Thursday afternoon, going to bring the wheeler and hope its useable lol
-
When I was a kid we never wore helmets on sleds or wheelers. Now I never get on my sled without a helmet on. Obviously it is for safety but keeping the wind and snow out of your eyes is priceless.
yessir
-
I rest my case.......heard there's an ice rescue out of Lewis point as we speak......with the technology of todays world it's hard to believe that some people can't get it.....hope they are safe and sound though.......damn
-
I rest my case.......heard there's an ice rescue out of Lewis point as we speak......with the technology of todays world it's hard to believe that some people can't get it.....hope they are safe and sound though.......damn
What kind of Ice Rescue are we talking, someone go threw?
-
What kind of Ice Rescue are we talking, someone go threw?
don't know.......I would think with white out conditions that it was a lost way situation
-
I heard but can’t verify , 1 got wet and 2 others were lost do to visibility
In the Lewis point area
-
Just saw a news feed that the rescuers out looking for the person who requested help ran into two others that needed help as well. All three were reported safe and on shore, although a little shaken up. Glad everyone is safe. Guess I've gotten softer in my old age but I'm checking wind and weather 3 days out before I start to commit to a day on the ice. And I always double check the morning of before making the drive.
-
I wouldn't call that soft... In all my years I've never seen a fox out hunting when the wind is cranking sideways. Yup my dad called common sense, being "dumb like a fox".
-
Here's a piece on the rescue...
https://cnycentral.com/news/local/firefighters-rescue-3-ice-fishermen-on-oneida-lake-in-whiteout-conditions
...Common sense ain't so common...A compass is a very valuable tool to have and costs less then a 12 pack of beer...
I can't remember hearing about calls of being lost on the ice when I fished in the 80s and 90s. Was there 911 then, lol?
I remember one guy getting lost and it was reported and on the news. In the morning Paul Helwig, aka the Hippie was a guide at the time out of Spruce Grove Marina, went out in the am and found the guy in one of his rental shanties. He spent the night in it...it had a heater...
If you don't have a compass, buy one! It's just that simple...if the battery on your phone or your gps dies, at least you can head in the right direction...
My iphone even has a compass...
-
not a month ago I went threw a disagreement with a bunch of guys because I carry a compass on my jacket and one in my shanty ..... 3 bucks and it pins on your jacket .......
-
I saw that there was a rescue on sodus Bay also today
-
I remember that one Dug.
I also remember the father of one of the guys I went to high school with getting stuck out there overnight. I think his sled wouldn’t start and he stayed in his shanty all night. He was doing push ups to stay warm.
-
Compasses are cheap and can be life savers....remember years ago people would plant old Christmas trees across the lake so if you come across them you could follow them to shore....am I remembering correctly?
-
Yes icejohn your memory is correct. Paul Helwig put trees out from Spruce Grove Marina to buoy 125.
It was a great help in an whiteout for sure. Those were the days reeleyz. ;D
Eagle flashers and Fish Traps, that's when I stopped fishing while sitting on a bucket! :o ::)
-
Hope they are OK but sometimes you just can't fix stupid. We had a similar discussion about a week ago with the polar vortex and the white out conditions then. No common sense at all. For a few stupid fish.
[/quote
You can"t fix stupid is absolutely correct! It's one thing getting caught in an unexpected squall with whiteout which does happen and going on the ice knowing what is coming are two different things. Putting a lot of folks in peril is not good.....
-
well i'm sure it's a learning experience for these 3 fellas and i'm glad they are all ok .....
-
a compass is a very handy tool, and cheap
I’m glad they are safe
And watch the weather forecast not always spot on but gives you a little heads up
-
Hello everyone. I am from southern new york and am looking to do some ice fishing on oneida. Never been up there before. I am going by myself but have no idea where to start on the lake and also do not have a machine. Would love to get into some walleye and nice perch. I book hotel in Canastota, NY, 13032. Called East Shore Bait & Tackle
make sure they open tomorrow . Planing to leave 4 AM .It's a 5 hr drive ....
Any info will be very appreciated. Please PM me with any information.
Thank you ,
Gena
-
Compasses are cheap and can be life savers....remember years ago people would plant old Christmas trees across the lake so if you come across them you could follow them to shore....am I remembering correctly?
George's Boats and Cottage on the North shore used to also put a row of pines trees out from shore. Back in the 80's the fog came in so heavy on this lake you could not see 20 ft in front of you. We came off that afternoon by compass.
-
I have been out of ice fishing for years after we lost my father who was my fishing partner and i have been out a couple of times this years just trying to find some people i can go with and get back into something that i used to love to do. let me know if anyone has room in there group or looking for someone to go with. I have all my gear and ready to go.
-
Welcome to the site Sectech
There is a page for people looking for a fishing partner
-
Hello everyone. I am from southern new york and am looking to do some ice fishing on oneida. Never been up there before. I am going by myself but have no idea where to start on the lake and also do not have a machine. Would love to get into some walleye and nice perch. I book hotel in Canastota, NY, 13032. Called East Shore Bait & Tackle
make sure they open tomorrow . Planing to leave 4 AM .It's a 5 hr drive ....
Any info will be very appreciated. Please PM me with any information.
Thank you ,
Gena
I would rethink your plans........they are forecasting winds of 10-20 mph with gusts to 35 mph........and some snow to boot.......fresh snow,no machine, first timer on the lake and wind adds up to a lousy experience....I would recommend waiting for a nicer day........this lake can be very hazardous
-
Fished today from 10-1. I knew what the weather was supposed to be like. Got into the perch and eyes. Brought 2 compasses, goggles, helmet, face mask, and had my phone fully charged with hand warmers in my pocket with it. Also had couple fishing buddies that live in the bay I fish out of keeping an eye out for me. Wind was pretty steady when I went out but started gusting pretty heavy around 1 so decided to head in. I knew it had to be bad if Freddie was on shore by 1:00 😜 Tomorrow doesn’t look any better wind wise. Glad the guys who got lost and the rescuers who were out looking for them are ok as well.
-
I thought I would share what I am doing with the 9-10” perch. FISH TACOS!!! Stumbled on making them at my wife’s request. I use tortilla wraps, fried perch, cheese, corn, lettuce, hot peppers and avocado. Use your normal recipe for frying. Use 2-3 of the smaller fillets per wrap. Absolutely delicious, and I am not a taco guy.
lol I just had fish tacos for dinner! I think I am 10 pounds heavier after that meal
-
I would rethink your plans........they are forecasting winds of 10-20 mph with gusts to 35 mph........and some snow to boot.......fresh snow,no machine, first timer on the lake and wind adds up to a lousy experience....I would recommend waiting for a nicer day........this lake can be very hazardous
scout57 Thank you for your suggestions . I already paid for hotel . I am going to stay there for 2 nights Looks like Thursday and Friday going to be more calmer days...
-
A compass is a pretty basic tool that easily fits into a pocket or clips on a zipper pull. But if you can’t read it that makes it useless to you! GPS and apps are great but these iPhones have horrible battery life when they’re cold and if your GPS dies your screwed. A compass requires a little knowledge and no battery!
-
A compass is a pretty basic tool that easily fits into a pocket or clips on a zipper pull. But if you cant read it that makes it useless to you! GPS and apps are great but these iPhones have horrible battery life when theyre cold and if your GPS dies your screwed. A compass requires a little knowledge and no battery!
I'm thinking there are a lot of new people on the ice as anyone who has any prior years on the lake knows you always have a good compass and back up as well ,not a battery powered one a good liquid filled ,over 50 yrs on the lake i could and still can get to any of my spots and back in the blinding snow with it and I also use the odometer on my sled , many time I would feel that I was going the wrong way but had to have faith in my instruments and sure enough it always works on other note living on Larkin pt looking west I counted 150 plus fishermen this past weekend so I'm thinking some of these guys just don't know the ways the lady can test you be safe and keep an eye out for your brothers and sisters
-
Compasses are cheap and can be life savers....remember years ago people would plant old Christmas trees across the lake so if you come across them you could follow them to shore....am I remembering correctly?
You are right. I remember putting them in a East / West line.. that was on the East End..
-
If memory serves , Tripp use to put them out , they ran north + south ,
-
I remember the Christmas trees running North-South from Constantia. The first time I ice fished Oneida back around 1980 my buddy and I went out from Constantia. There was an ice taxi service there for $1.00 each way. It was a green snowmobile pulling a big sled. The guy hauled us out there to the middle of the lake and we did pretty good on the perch. Unfortunately his snowmobile broke down so we had no ice taxi to get back. Then it got warm and a thick fog came in so you couldn't see the shore. Thank God for those Christmas trees. It took us quite a while to hoof it back thru some fairly deep snow. Good thing we were in our twenties at the time. Had to go to Central Square and eat a large pizza each to refuel after that adventure. Always carried a compass after that. Needed it a few times on Lake Erie also.
-
Heavy snow coming down here in Camillus, near whiteout. Just started about 10 minutes ago @1:30pm. Probably heading your way, if you are out today plan accordingly.
-
It cleared up. Sun is out now. Carry on.
-
hey ya know I remember seeing small survival kids for hunting had a compass a space blanket flair that might not be a bad thing to toss in your coat if your inexperienced sure the compass and space blanket could come in handy
-
It cleared up. Sun is out now. Carry on.
If you don't like the weather around here....wait 5 minutes it'll change!
-
H-20 nice that you though to warn folks ty
-
Ah, it turned out to be short lived and not much. Didn't mean to cry wolf. Snowing again now. Sun one minute, blizzard the next.
-
Is any of the snow blowing off? Wondering how the drag will be tomorrow
-
FRANK That was FRANK TRIPP out of the marina just before constantia [going west] The sled was a yellow polaris Frank went thru the ice and drowned later. The sled was a big buckboard able to carry about 8 people FRANK owned that marina and it was a great meeting place Spend a lot of time there. I`m sure many people reading this this will remember him
-
I remember riding out on the ice from Tripp's in the back of some contraption made from a skidder with a Van body and fifty five gallon barrels on each side for flotation. The Van body did not have any back doors so if it went through the ice you could bail out. This was in the early 1980's. I think the charges $2.00 round trip. What a crazy time that was.
I remember the line of Christmas trees extending half way across the lake from Constantia. Fortunately I never needed to use them to find my way back to the shore.
-
FRANK That was FRANK TRIPP out of the marina just before constantia [going west] The sled was a yellow polaris Frank went thru the ice and drowned later. The sled was a big buckboard able to carry about 8 people FRANK owned that marina and it was a great meeting place Spend a lot of time there. I`m sure many people reading this this will remember him
who owned the small camp grounds at bernerds bay that died in is ice shanty ..... man that had to be 50 years ago
-
Idid not know the one in the ice shanty that died,should of was there many times. By the way thaat marina that FRANK TRIPP ran is caiied SPRUCE GROVE,it`s still there some young people trying to make a go of it. Stop there to help them out coffee,lunch,etc
-
Idid not know the one in the ice shanty that died,should of was there many times. By the way thaat marina that FRANK TRIPP ran is caiied SPRUCE GROVE,it`s still there some young people trying to make a go of it. Stop there to help them out coffee,lunch,etc
My sun in law has a camp ( Spruce Grove ) The little eating shack does have good food. As for Frank Tripp, the first time I took his taxi out to go fishing it was a 14 foot flat bottom Al boat with pipes welded on the bottom for runners pulled by an old sled. and yes we all carried a compass pinned to our coats.
-
Fished today from 9-Noon. Only marked 4 fish in the few spots I tried. Only saw one other person on the lake. Only couple inches of snow on the ice. There are also some big drifts that are hard. Made for a rough ride on the sled. I also remember Frank Tripp and when Tripp’s was the hub of ice fishing activity. I grew up in Constantia. It was too bad when Frank went through the ice in sunset bay. They got him out alive but he later died at the hospital of hypothermia.
-
Hey guys I know I've seen it but I can't find the Big Bay page. Anyone have any info? The bite, ice conditions? Thanks in advance. Be safe and stay on top.
-
Fished today from 9-Noon. Only marked 4 fish in the few spots I tried. Only saw one other person on the lake. Only couple inches of snow on the ice. There are also some big drifts that are hard. Made for a rough ride on the sled. I also remember Frank Tripp and when Tripp’s was the hub of ice fishing activity. I grew up in Constantia. It was too bad when Frank went through the ice in sunset bay. They got him out alive but he later died at the hospital of hypothermia.
Yes. we remember the good old days when we took an (Augie Tantalo) bus from Kodak Park every Sat. to Tripp's for the ride out on that 14' aluminum boat. Most of us were hand over handing fish up back then. I didn't know that they had gotten Frank to the hospital-thanks for that add. info.
-
https://www.rochesterfirst.com/weather/atv-gets-stuck-in-water-after-ice-gives-away-in-sodus-bay/1776574458...here's the one from sodus bay
-
If memory serves , Tripp use to put them out , they ran north + south ,
They put them out behind Constantia Cove as well, halfway to little island. One of those bubble compasses is cheap, I have gotten turned around even with that as well. At least I was 1/4 mile off the spot I was aiming for, late ice and heavy fog. I had to go back and get the second guy in our group. I stopped and yelled for him, he says over here, i stopped 4 or 5 times, we was walking due west instead of north. I got him on the sled, took A bearing the second time and wound up 100 feet off my point I was aiming for. You just have to be careful or you will wind up in the creeek lol.
-
If my memory is still working, there was a restaurant called "Jed's Luncheonette" in Constantia. We ate breakfast there. Parked out back and the ice taxi took us out right from there. I think it was 1980.
-
If my memory is still working, there was a restaurant called "Jed's Luncheonette" in Constantia. We ate breakfast there. Parked out back and the ice taxi took us out right from there. I think it was 1980.
Yeah Jed's was the same building as Constantia Cove, and it was Jed's when the trees were there. I do remember that converted Dodge van with the 55 gallon drums on it that they used at TRipp's as well to take people out. You could hear that thing 5 miles away, surprised there would be A fish left after they dropped people off. Jed's had A small bait shop in the basement, but the better bait shop was on the hill, 4-K's bait and tackle, they had it all.
-
My camp is in costantia cove we hang out in the basement of that house in the summer when I gets hot out u can still see where the bait tanks used to be awesome place to spend my freetime
-
My camp is in costantia cove we hang out in the basement of that house in the summer when I gets hot out u can still see where the bait tanks used to be awesome place to spend my freetime
I used to sort night crawlers in that basebent/bait shop as a kid for a few bucks here and there in the summer
-
I was 1 of the guys that did not need a compass back in the early 90s ,went out to bouy 130 like I always did back then. A snow storm hit and I decided to wait it out. 3HRS LATER it was still a white out and decided that was enough and headed to shore. Made it Williams Park [south shore] the only thing is I parked on the north shore. Now a compass goes with me.
-
Well bucket head at least you made it in safe ,
-
launched out of Chapman this morning..........reall y nasty patch of slush right at the end of the pier.....wheeler didn't like it.......made it thru though.......lots of drifts out on the lake with a crust of ice over them........buried the wheeler in a 1.5' drift .......dug out and just kept the speed up.......gettin to old to be digging machines out ;).........sled is on the trailer now.....fishing was ok.........slush was worse coming in......use caution
-
launched out of Chapman this morning..........reall y nasty patch of slush right at the end of the pier.....wheeler didn't like it.......made it thru though.......lots of drifts out on the lake with a crust of ice over them........buried the wheeler in a 1.5' drift .......dug out and just kept the speed up.......gettin to old to be digging machines out ;).........sled is on the trailer now.....fishing was ok.........slush was worse coming in......use caution
YUK! Maybe tomorrow's warmup will change things for the better.
-
launched out of Chapman this morning..........reall y nasty patch of slush right at the end of the pier.....wheeler didn't like it.......made it thru though.......lots of drifts out on the lake with a crust of ice over them........buried the wheeler in a 1.5' drift .......dug out and just kept the speed up.......gettin to old to be digging machines out ;).........sled is on the trailer now.....fishing was ok.........slush was worse coming in......use caution
Ice thickness out of Chapman’s?
-
Ice thickness out of Chapman’s?
plenty........13"+
-
plenty........13"+
Sweetness!!! Thank you
-
Those hard drifts are really deep. Fairly slow going on the sled just so I didn’t wreck my equipment going over all of the humps. 15” of ice where I was.
-
Those hard drifts are really deep. Fairly slow going on the sled just so I didn’t wreck my equipment going over all of the humps. 15” of ice where I was.
agreed....those drifts are a b***h with the wheeler.......crusty ice coating........sled will be better I'm sure
-
Agree with Panfisher on the bubble compass. Accurate, don’t have to hold level and very reasonable. I nearly always fished the East end. The bad winds are usually from the West or Northwest, we would put our backs to the wind and walk. Needed compass in the fog. Usually late ice season. I’m more concerned over soft water fog than ice fog.
-
Scout. Just wondering if you had chains on all four tires. I am thinking about Chapman’s on Monday and I am way too old to dig an atv out. I can either bring a 570 Polaris atv with four chains or the sled with studs. Which one would be best by then? Thanks.
-
Scout. Just wondering if you had chains on all four tires. I am thinking about Chapman’s on Monday and I am way too old to dig an atv out. I can either bring a 570 Polaris atv with four chains or the sled with studs. Which one would be best by then? Thanks.
don't have chains at all..............with chains, yesterday would have been better than without them.....this thaw today will make it a worse mess.....but it is suppose to get cold on the weekend and would think it will be firmed up by monday......your call......the sled is on my trailer now as we speak ;)
-
don't have chains at all..............with chains, yesterday would have been better than without them.....this thaw today will make it a worse mess.....but it is suppose to get cold on the weekend and would think it will be firmed up by monday......your call......the sled is on my trailer now as we speak ;)
also, I will be fishing this weekend and post conditions
-
Agree with Panfisher on the bubble compass. Accurate, don’t have to hold level and very reasonable. I nearly always fished the East end. The bad winds are usually from the West or Northwest, we would put our backs to the wind and walk. Needed compass in the fog. Usually late ice season. I’m more concerned over soft water fog than ice fog.
There have been many days when I put the wind to my left cheek to get to the north shore when I couldn’t see shore.
-
Thanks . I like the sled but without snow the next three days and rain today, I am favoring the Atv.
-
Shore is getting a little soft. Didn't walk out far {have to work} but started breaking thru the slush walking. Might be a little tough with 4 wheelers.
-
Sled loaded , looks like it’s a go for tomorrow for me
-
Sled loaded , looks like it’s a go for tomorrow for me
Tomorrow? It's only 1PM. You could go today AND tomorrow :tipup:
-
Tomorrow? It's only 1PM. You could go today AND tomorrow :tipup:
I suppose I could but I planned on going with my bud KP he can’t go until tomorrow , oh did I mention That I’m retired 😜
-
Out from constantia Just got in frist 400-500 yards is a mess foot of slush then it hardened up with 1-3’ drifts of snow every 20’ was slow ride on the sled bite was also slow 2keeper eyes 2shorts and one birbot
(https://i.postimg.cc/gL6YZ4NY/00319-A2-A-C91-B-4-D98-988-A-F39-C290-CE774.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gL6YZ4NY)
-
, oh did I mention That I’m retired 😜
You don't say :laugh:
-
Anyone out there walking out? Was looking at coming out there from Buffalo to fish Sunday and Monday but I don’t have a sled or 4 wheeler so will be walking everywhere. I was hoping the warm up and rain would melt the snow and then the cold on Saturday would smooth it out but it doesn’t sound to promising from everyone’s descriptions.
-
Looking for some info from some locals was wondering if edge's at Lewis is still good haven't been there in a week I know the great Lady O can change fast I am sure its sloppy on the top but I can deal with that
-
how's the drag off Chapmans 2 guys no ATV or sled. newbies to oneida any input would help not asking for any secret spot or honey holes. hoping for some gills and perch primarily
thanks mike
-
You don't say :laugh:
Yes I did believe it or not 🤪
-
how's the drag off Chapmans 2 guys no ATV or sled. newbies to oneida any input would help not asking for any secret spot or honey holes. hoping for some gills and perch primarily
thanks mike
My simple advice to newbies would be 1)don't be the first on out on the ice 2) don't go where you don't see anybody 3) use common sense and pay attention 4) stay away from any pressure cracks. Have fun & good luck fishing.
-
Fished 20ft of water in billingtons and it sucked lol few lookers
-
how's the drag off Chapmans 2 guys no ATV or sled. newbies to oneida any input would help not asking for any secret spot or honey holes. hoping for some gills and perch primarily
thanks mike
no gills at chapman.....perch are good there with a 1/4+ mile walk
-
Nice to hear the old stories FYI constancia cove was originally called Smalls, started in 1968 went there alot our first sled 72 ski doo. Also went to Tripps his old sled was a Johnson. Learned way back then don,t ever go out without a compass and yes have needed it.
-
Can you launch sleds out of Godfrey launch right now? Never been out of that launch and was going to try it in the morning?!
-
Nice to hear the old stories FYI constancia cove was originally called Smalls, started in 1968 went there alot our first sled 72 ski doo. Also went to Tripps his old sled was a Johnson. Learned way back then don,t ever go out without a compass and yes have needed it.
My dad had one of those old green Johnsons. That thing was a monster. Good thing it had reverse because it was heavy!
I can still remember how it sounded. I remember waiting for the bus one morning in March and listening to him heading out on the lake.
-
I suppose I could but I planned on going with my bud KP he can’t go until tomorrow , oh did I mention That I’m retired 😜
See You in the morning bud!
-
My simple advice to newbies would be 1)don't be the first on out on the ice 2) don't go where you don't see anybody 3) use common sense and pay attention 4) stay away from any pressure cracks. Have fun & good luck fishing.
were experienced on the ice just trying a new body of water thanks for the tips tightlines we'll see what happens in the am
-
Just drove home from work multiple fire departments and a helicopter are out mid lake possibly near shack... probaly a sled at this hr but not a good sight
-
That cant be good. Lets hope for the best.
-
any more about this
-
Can’t find a single story or report regarding that rescue
-
something was happening it was around 1:30am when I went they Cleveland and there were a couple of fire trucks parked at the old vellas gas station looking out I stoped at the parking lot just past there and could see the chopper and the lights out there
-
Limit of eyes before 10:30..... prolly 20 shorts..... bite was good though!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/fk8gCd6S/097-C5-AD8-7-E49-4-A36-9074-35-A9-FCED139-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fk8gCd6S)
-
Hello everyone. I am from southern new york and am looking to do some ice fishing on oneida. Never been up there before. I am going by myself but have no idea where to start on the lake and also do not have a machine. Would love to get into some walleye and nice perch. I book hotel in Canastota, NY, 13032. Called East Shore Bait & Tackle
make sure they open tomorrow . Planing to leave 4 AM .It's a 5 hr drive ....
Any info will be very appreciated. Please PM me with any information.
Thank you ,
Gena
Thank you everybody who gave me valuable advice.Real Perch paradise. 37 perch some of the up to 12-13 inches fish.
I met and fish with a Great people and fished on the Great Lake . This one the best ice fishing trip I had.
Be safe there .
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfrDFYvt/IMG-0045.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfrDFYvt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/z3s7btNF/IMG-0038.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3s7btNF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYF5h3CQ/IMG-0046.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYF5h3CQ)
-
Gena great job mister ,glad you had a good time
-
Way to go! Just remember its not always that easy.
-
Nice going Gena! You are officially hooked. Almost as bad as gold fever!
-
Way to go GenaVorn, you really broke the ice on Oneida! Great haul for your first time...You're no longer a virgin to Oneida! Next time maybe you'll get into some walleyes! Great feeling isn't it, coming off the ice with a nice mess of perch!
-
Thank you gentleman for kind words . I had a great time , but even more important I met and fish with a great local people out there.
Lake is tough with a long walks to the fishing grounds with a weather changing every hour same as the fish activity , but for adventures soul it's a paradise...Definitely will come back on this lake next year for new adventure maybe on different location . Oneida is a big lake with lots of opportunities .
-
Nice job Gena! Agree on the adventure. Best sun rises and sunsets I have ever seen fishing have been on Oneida. Catch’em like you did is icing on the cake. Nice work!
-
Fished yesterday with KP , not a good day for the ol buzzard I managed a few perch and 1 eye but just couldn’t get them fired up , Kp had a decent day on the perch ,
It was little windy , the slushy stuff had tightened up , still a little lumpy but not bad , not much in the way of lube , some patches of new snow here and there , ice is in good shape but stay frosty as always
Hopefully next time I’ll have better luck
-
Hey guys the rescue was my buddy that was 67 years old , he slipped and broke his leg , it was a good day of fishing until that happen. Be safe guys tight lines
-
hope he's ok
-
Man that sux hope he heals quickly
-
Sorry to hear I wish him a speedy recovery
-
That sucks Chuck. Hope he has a speedy recovery. I was checked by a CO towards dark last night. He asked me if I had creepers, when I was leaving, and to be careful walking out. Makes sense now.
-
Fished yesterday with KP , not a good day for the ol buzzard I managed a few perch and 1 eye but just couldn’t get them fired up , Kp had a decent day on the perch ,
It was little windy , the slushy stuff had tightened up , still a little lumpy but not bad , not much in the way of lube , some patches of new snow here and there , ice is in good shape but stay frosty as always
Only fare to report the Bad days along with the good
Always a fun day whether we fish or catch Freddie!! Great sharing ice with you again. The PAT CHRONICLES was certainly a show!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂 Was certainly a tough bite though, where we were. There was a lot of fish down there, lots of lookers. I was quite amazed at how many suspended fish came in, with no hookups. I did manage to get two juvenile walleye and a few smallmouth to bite from the suspended marks on my graph. Even the smallmouth were lethargic. I would fish that spot again in a day or two....they have to eat sometime!!!😈🎣🕳
Good work to everyone on their catch!! 😎
I pray that the gentleman who was injured has a speedy recovery!!😎
-
Good work guys. It has been an exceptional year so far.
Great ice and cooperative fish. The perfect combo.
I hope your friend has a speedy recovery Chuck.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TptSL24J/IMG-20190216-214524-643.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TptSL24J)
-
Nice brown! (Or is it an Atlantic???)
-
fished the south shore yesterday and today...........kudos to our great state for doing a bang up plow job on the south shore launch road....NOT.......woul d it hurt to maybe run a salt truck down the damn road......sheet of ice..........fishing was good both days........probably caught 40 nice perch each day.....only kept males and tossed those big females back.........supplied some buds with some nice perch......ice is great.....few short eyes also.......lots of huge marks on and off both anywhere from bottom to 10' under the ice......wouldn't hit....guessing sheepy's but not sure.....wind was brutal yesterday....nice today.....what a year for perch so far....wow
-
Well done everyone
Nice fish trout master , did ya keep it for the pan
-
let it go regs say season closes the 15th of Oct. would have been a nice brown for the smoker
-
Got on a slow steady pick of perch yesterday with the occasional high flying walleye coming thru so I decided to sit and try for the double limit. Took a break on 42 perch and 1 eye and when I came back couldn’t find the perch again.
Got close. 3 eyes and 45 perch. It was fun.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hh66DprT/1-C933-CF7-4-CDA-44-C3-BB2-D-3-E056-DAC7584.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hh66DprT)
-
Got on a slow steady pick of perch yesterday with the occasional high flying walleye coming thru so I decided to sit and try for the double limit. Took a break on 42 perch and 1 eye and when I came back couldn’t find the perch again.
Got close. 3 eyes and 45 perch. It was fun.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hh66DprT/1-C933-CF7-4-CDA-44-C3-BB2-D-3-E056-DAC7584.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hh66DprT)
nice job Chow........perch bite is awesome this year
-
Yes sir trout master it would have been very tasty
-
Nice job Chow! That is a great day! :thumbsup:
-
Limited on my eyes before 7:30 other buddy I was fishing with couldn’t find his 3rd.... beautiful day on the lake
(https://i.postimg.cc/NK6MhBNy/CD9-BAA9-E-7693-4946-B683-A14841-F45-F5-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NK6MhBNy)
-
Thanks scout57 for them perch too 😁
(https://i.postimg.cc/NKp32nFJ/C0-DBD172-6431-4407-8-F44-39766-FDC2984.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NKp32nFJ)
-
Thanks scout57 for them perch too 😁
(https://i.postimg.cc/NKp32nFJ/C0-DBD172-6431-4407-8-F44-39766-FDC2984.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NKp32nFJ)
your welcome.....
-
Nicely done chow!
-
Way to pound the perch guys!! I had a good eye bite yesterday am. Really steady until 830 or so then they shut down. Beautiful day out on the ice. About a foot of good ice. Slick walking....creepers sure help. Hope to get out later this week. Season is flying by.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sMkkcJTr/94-D4786-C-637-E-4-B76-9-CF7-75-FDACB4-D727.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sMkkcJTr)
-
Good job guys!!!!😎
Bob, only 5 more needed for that elusive double!!! Good work bud!!!!😎
-
Been a tough past few weekends for me managing a few perch and a occasional eye. Saturday morning I wanted to get into the apps Derby not paying attention to it was a team game so I passed. Went out to a perch spot and found walleyes. Picked up 9 keepers and 9 perch. Had my limit by 7:15 and bite slowed a little after 8. Came off ice with 3 eyes and 9 perch by 11. Hit it again Sunday morning just west of Saturday spot and pulled 8 keeper eyes early. Came off ice at 10:15 with 3 eyes and 11 perch. Fish were a little picky but liked to play and would hit after playing cat and mouse with them enough. Felt good to get back on them with some consistency. Going to quinte this weekend so hopefully we can land some slobs.
(https://i.postimg.cc/5XQtwVQk/IMG-20190216-073521252.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XQtwVQk)
(https://i.postimg.cc/R64V5Jsj/IMG-20190216-181247925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R64V5Jsj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvFTMTHQ/IMG-20190217-071113272.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvFTMTHQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/943QbnGX/IMG-20190217-084053518.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/943QbnGX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/XpJqYFjW/IMG-20190217-095010420-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpJqYFjW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LJGn7XMp/IMG-20190217-100154969.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LJGn7XMp)
-
Nice job s10.
-
Good catches S10!
-
Perch and Walleye double limits and close to it, that's awesome"!
Keep it up guys, prime time for me was always 3rd week of Feburary...
Hopefully it still will be, weather looks good for it...Fish on boys! ><{{{;> ><{{{;> ><{{{;> 3 walleyez
& ><{{"> ><{{"> ><{{"> ><{{"> ><{{"> X 10 = 50 Perch :o ;D ::) :tipup:
-
Chased perch again this weekend a little slower than last few weeks but found some in two different spots some real nice slobs mixed in got to fish my father and son on sunday.....like my buddy said to me yesterday....i wonder what the poor people are doing today...great weekend
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkd7bjCv/0216191200a-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkd7bjCv)
(https://i.postimg.cc/k21tK49r/0216191655.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k21tK49r)
(https://i.postimg.cc/185q8Fkc/0217190952.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/185q8Fkc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5HrLdtk5/0217191222-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5HrLdtk5)
-
Hell yeah pounder! That’s awesome man 👍🏻
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/943QbnGX/IMG-20190217-084053518.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/943QbnGX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LJGn7XMp/IMG-20190217-100154969.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LJGn7XMp)
I like the graphs more then the vex. They really show where the fish are and how many. When they come and when they leave.
-
Good stuff Pounder!
-
good job pimple.........bite was good this morning until the wind went from east to NW in a matter of minutes then the switch got turned off......amazing how the fish react to weather changes under 15" of ice..........15 perch and an eye
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/BP1D7g8G/F36407-C8-FFA7-4-F6-B-8-B50-DDDC9-E877-CF9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BP1D7g8G)
Had a good morning this morning. Had my limit of eyes by 830 and the perch mixed in throughout. Off the ice at 10. Right before I left I noticed the same. The fishing died once the wind switched
-
I'm coming out Thursday and Friday to fish Oneida and have one question? Should I bring the sled or wheeler?
-
Got out Sun morn for a couple hrs. Drilled in 12' looking for perch only got one pig eye that went back, moved to 26' caught 2 big eyes but no perch. Don't ever remember big eyes being scattered like that, must have spooked all the perch. Blades worked, weren't interested in live minnows.
-
pimple nice pics man
-
I like the graphs more then the vex. They really show where the fish are and how many. When they come and when they leave.
X2 on the graph.
-
Slipbob,I left the sled home and took the atv today its glare ice under the hard pack and I'm not studded. Fished the east end and left with 22 perch, no eyes.
-
Nice job guys! Hoping to get back again next week.
-
Had a good day today
(https://i.postimg.cc/BPXjt3MC/20190218-130727.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BPXjt3MC)
-
Well done everyone
-
Anybody willing to help an oneida lake new guy? I've taken a handful of trips there this year, caught 1 or 2 each trip... fished all day... all on tip ups.. one trip got a 22" walleye. It might sound crazy to some, but i just cant figure the jigging out. Brought my wife out today and we each had a few bites on the jig rod (a first for me) but couldn't get anything to connect.
I don't have any electronics so that is one problem.. but any other tips would be greatly appreciated.
To all the guys posting up walleye limits plus a dozen or so perch, I applaud you! Way to go and tight lines everyone!
-
Let jig hit bottom. Real up 5 feet. Pause 2 seconds. Let fall. Smash bottom a few times. Repeat. Hint: they like the chase/pause.
-
PB burbot. 20" female full of eggs. Released. Love the skin pattern. Lots of 14 15/16ths inch eyes. One keeper and a few perch. Found some gas holes out in the middle covered with snow. That was fun...Broke muffler cover on auger. Broke buddy heater. Lost my favorite jigging rap. Lost the lynch pin for my sled. Still a ton of fun. Lol.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xX4bmtXR/20190218-081108.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xX4bmtXR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/683vTDpq/20190218-081145.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/683vTDpq)
-
Shot out for the evening bite. Bunch of marks but they were tight lipped. Had one 13” perch up until 5:55 pm. Then a few eyes showed up late to the party. Got my limit by 6 and boogied to shore :afro:
-
Anybody willing to help an oneida lake new guy? I've taken a handful of trips there this year, caught 1 or 2 each trip... fished all day... all on tip ups.. one trip got a 22" walleye. It might sound crazy to some, but i just cant figure the jigging out. Brought my wife out today and we each had a few bites on the jig rod (a first for me) but couldn't get anything to connect.
I don't have any electronics so that is one problem.. but any other tips would be greatly appreciated.
To all the guys posting up walleye limits plus a dozen or so perch, I applaud you! Way to go and tight lines everyone!
I bet you can find some cheap electronics on eBay. You don’t need anything fancy.
If I had no electronics I would get navionics assuming you have a smart phone and some tip downs. Go to the base of a drop off and you are likely to find some perch. Tip ups will work but tip downs are better.
Then I would work a spoon blind like zadvorney suggests.
-
Nice job Bobby!
-
Nice job everyone who got into ‘em today.
Great limit , Deadeyez! That must have been a nice pack that came thru to get it done in 5 min.
That’s a pretty burbot too. They’re a lot of fun and damned tasty too.
I had a tough morning but luckily didn’t lose any gear. Took a buddy out and got one keeper, some shorts and some smallish perch. Lots of zombie marks up high that wouldnt even chase.
So I went out for the evening bite to redeem myself. Set up shallow and got the flurry of eyes just at sundown. Tossed a handful back and headed in. Nothing over 17” but at least ended with some action.
-
Also. Same advice on jigging without electronics. When I was fishing blind I measured how much line per reel handle turn and would work my way up from pounding bottom to about 8-10’ up one turn at a time, then either change lures or drop and repeat. If nothing after a few drops I’d move and drill a new hole and repeat.
Would definitely recommend electronics though. Some days all my keepers are caught 10’ off the bottom, some days they’re picking it out of the mud.
-
Looks like alot of you had a nice day. I'm not sure where we went wrong first trip out started late around 830 9 ish at the shoal in front of sproos grove then worked our way to pancake set up tip ups from 6fow to 20fow and set the shanty half way in the middle. Had 1 good hit on the tip up in 6fow that broke off then a few flags throughout the day but came back with nothing didnt even get a hit on the jigs. Any suggestions would be awsome we are heading back in 2 weeks and would love to at least get a hit jigging.
-
Shot out for the evening bite. Bunch of marks but they were tight lipped. Had one 13” perch up until 5:55 pm. Then a few eyes showed up late to the party. Got my limit by 6 and boogied to shore :afro:
Nice job, Bobby! Knew I should've waited for the afternoon to fish with the north shore master. :) One perch and one walleye from this morning's outing. Jumped all around and marked fish but they were very tight-lipped
-
Nice job everyone who got into ‘em today.
Great limit , Deadeyez! That must have been a nice pack that came thru to get it done in 5 min.
That’s a pretty burbot too. They’re a lot of fun and damned tasty too.
I had a tough morning but luckily didn’t lose any gear. Took a buddy out and got one keeper, some shorts and some smallish perch. Lots of zombie marks up high that wouldnt even chase.
So I went out for the evening bite to redeem myself. Set up shallow and got the flurry of eyes just at sundown. Tossed a handful back and headed in. Nothing over 17” but at least ended with some action.
It was fast and furious for a few min Chow! Had 3 rods set up with jiggin raps and I would catch one toss the fish and rod on the ice, grab another rod send it down quick then repeat for the 3rd keeper lol. Had 3 Waldos flopping around on the ice in my shanty with raps in their mouths. I had to be careful sticking my hand down by them to unhook them without getting snagged. They all hit those jiggin raps without bait on them too lol
-
Nice job, Bobby! Knew I should've waited for the afternoon to fish with the north shore master. :) One perch and one walleye from this morning's outing. Jumped all around and marked fish but they were very tight-lipped
Thanks Mike. Far from a master though. I just get lucky with the eyes. I’ll talk to you soon ; )
-
They actually hit raps without bait?? Say it ain’t so! ;)
Nice job as well Chow!
-
They actually hit raps without bait?? Say it ain’t so! ;)
Nice job as well Chow!
they do but you must remove the front hook
-
Looks like alot of you had a nice day. I'm not sure where we went wrong first trip out started late around 830 9 ish at the shoal in front of sproos grove then worked our way to pancake set up tip ups from 6fow to 20fow and set the shanty half way in the middle. Had 1 good hit on the tip up in 6fow that broke off then a few flags throughout the day but came back with nothing didnt even get a hit on the jigs. Any suggestions would be awsome we are heading back in 2 weeks and would love to at least get a hit jigging.
too shallow.....other than first and last light, you need to get to deeper water for any perch....right now 30'+ is a good starting point
-
Fished big bay yesterday. Tough bite caught 16 gills and 1 crappie. There was about 2 inches of snow on top of the ice. Ice is getting very thick. Going to look at getting a powerful hand drill and adaptor soon.
-
they do but you must remove the front hook
;D
-
They actually hit raps without bait?? Say it ain’t so! ;)
😜
-
I’ve tried for eyes my only couple of trips out this year and had no takers the second trip. Think I may try for some perch this afternoon. I see shanty town set up out in deep water but are they getting them on the south shore? I like the north shore better for the quicker walk to drop offs, would anyone care to share a starting point? Not sure if apps will be open at 3 when I get up there
-
Greenhornet,
Im sure Apps will be open. Get your bait and go out right from there. The guys inside will be more than willing to steer you in the right direction. Good luck.
-
Good to know they will be open. They are always helpful out there. Thanks
-
Slipbob,I left the sled home and took the atv today its glare ice under the hard pack and I'm not studded. Fished the east end and left with 22 perch, no eyes.
OK Thank you.
-
Going off Lewis point Thursday morning do you onieda regulars think ice will be good
-
Going off Lewis point Thursday morning do you onieda regulars think ice will be good
Yes.
-
Thanks reeleyz
-
I was out there Sunday, ice is solid just one pressure crack close to shore but locked up
-
Come up this weekend for first time.where is app's look at it can't find it on the GPS.
Thanks Lorne
-
Come up this weekend for first time.where is app's look at it can't find it on the GPS.
Thanks Lorne
43.23184 North, 75.88171 West
Google Maps, search for: "Apps Landing, Cleveland, NY 13042"
-
Thank you very much
-
wow......toughest bite of the year today...for me at least.......very high pressure.........very finicky.....wouldn't touch a spoon......small stuff with spikes was the ticket......grabbed a few for my liquor store buddy ;D........love the barter system.......perch fillets for wine......gotta make mama happy sometimes too @)
-
I’m still curious if the Panoptix graph is helping guys catch more fish!!!! 🤔
-
I’m still curious if the Panoptix graph is helping guys catch more fish!!!! 🤔
Go eat some fish KP and leave us struggling souls alone... :woot: :roflmao:
-
Go eat some fish KP and leave us struggling souls alone... :woot: :roflmao:
lmao!!!😜 I just want one EPIC report is all!!!!😁
-
I heard panoptics works really good if you let someone else find a hot bite then you set up on top them.
-
I heard panoptics works really good if you let someone else find a hot bite then you set up on top them.
😳
-
Panoptics look a bit bulky for ice fishing to me. I’ve watched the videos of guys using them on open water and was impressed It’s really amazing how far technology has come. Hard to believe we used to sit on buckets with no navionics, electronics, heaters, etc. and somehow caught some fish. I’d probably go home now if my vex battery died during a trip
-
No heaters your old !!! ;D. Lol no propane back then either.
-
No heaters your old !!! ;D. Lol no propane back then either.
. Haha!! Yup I’m old. A thermos of hot coco, these old style hand warmers, plastic bread bags over socks in the boots was about all we had. When my Pop finally bought these tents to get out of the wind it seemed like we hit the lottery with comfort.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RqfB1rGh/04165-E3-A-D7-FC-49-E7-8455-FA6327-D48756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RqfB1rGh)
(https://i.postimg.cc/WhvPX9fn/85-B0-FF3-D-4-BE8-4562-8507-16-FF00-D5080-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WhvPX9fn). We’d just sit there jigging for hours never knowing if there were fish around. Just hoping one would grab the lure. Now we sit surfing the internet until we see a mark then try to catch it lol.......and we had to walk uphill both ways to the lake ;D
-
Hit the lake for the evening again tonight. Only saw 5 other shantys out on the ice. Late bite again just before dark in 29 fow. Took home 2 keeper eyes and lost my 3rd on the way up. The full moon was awesome at dark
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kJqC3QH/D8-A9816-F-7618-47-AF-A3-C6-ABAFE47-CF121.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kJqC3QH)
-
Cool pic deadeyez
-
Hey dead eyes, Was that you out of apps at dark? I got the same shot of the moon at 6:30 pm
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/BP08NTKV/8-F7345-DC-E7-A8-4-FAF-AA88-1-EB3-AFFD3-D9-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BP08NTKV)
-
fishshack those old polar pals sure were nice to have back then to break the wind
Better an old ice fisherman than never ice fished
(https://i.postimg.cc/FkksYPf7/2-AACEBFB-75-B5-4-D24-838-C-B13-CD227-ED84.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FkksYPf7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0PwF6wB/C7059-DE3-6-BB0-4-E51-9724-90-C2-D7257265.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0PwF6wB)
-
fishshack and Freddie ,I'm not old enough to remember any of that stuff .....
-
fishshack and Freddie ,I'm not old enough to remember any of that stuff .....
Lol ,
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1SkPcyf/shopping.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
kept ya warm
-
Hey dead eyes, Was that you out of apps at dark? I got the same shot of the moon at 6:30 pm
no i was out from Bernhards Bay. Cool shot you got as well
-
Thank you Oneida Lake
(https://i.postimg.cc/qtmXWmTS/0219191805a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qtmXWmTS)
-
I heard panoptics works really good if you let someone else find a hot bite then you set up on top them.
😜😂
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1SkPcyf/shopping.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
kept ya warm
That is what we used Trapp. My dad had a metal pail that he put it in. It worked well enough. Along with a tow behind wind breaker.
-
i got that picture off the internet but thats what we had for years camping and ice fishing lol i use to use my gas lantern for heat too man lucky i didn't die from carbon monoxide......
-
My buddy had an old dome style heater years ago. When he would open his shanty the fumes would knock you out.
-
My heater doesn’t have a shut off either. , haven’t croaked yet just a little goofy 😜
-
So how do you extinguish it F&R, just unscrew the bottle? I still use an old Coleman Focus 3 radiant style, sips the propane and light weight.
-
I’m sorry Rug i meant to say it doesn’t have an oxygen sensor, it does have a shut off , I presently have 2 a bud scored another for me at a show , your right they sip fuel , must be the fumes 😉
-
While we are on the heater subject. Does anyone have a suggestion for a newer style heater that actually sips fuel?
I use a Coleman Black Cat and on low it lasts for a long time. Just enough to take the edge off.
-
Mr Buddy heaters are great in my one man shelter. Not bad at all on propane. There’s two settings and low will keep it toasty on even the coldest days. Usually just turn it on a bit to get the chill out and have to turn it off. I have a sportcat too but never use it. They always have good sales on them towards end of winter. Should start seeing sales on them soon
-
Just bought a new Mr. Heater Little Buddy. Has a shut off for tipping, if the pilot gets extinguished, heater off, and it has a low oxygen sensor that will shut it down. Got it for my son in his new Otter Hideout.
Mine will run all day (8+hours) on low, though I turn it off often because it's too warm. A canister of propane usually does me for 2 or 3 days.
So, I second the Little Buddy Heater.
Got mine at Home Depot (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Mr-Heater-9-000-BTU-Radiant-Propane-Portable-Heater-F232000/205527178) cause I had a XMAS Gift Card to use.
-
Just bought a new Mr. Heater Little Buddy. Has a shut off for tipping, if the pilot gets extinguished, heater off, and it has a low oxygen sensor that will shut it down. Got it for my son in his new Otter Hideout.
Mine will run all day (8+hours) on low, though I turn it off often because it's too warm. A canister of propane usually does me for 2 or 3 days.
So, I second the Little Buddy Heater.
Got mine at Home Depot (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Mr-Heater-9-000-BTU-Radiant-Propane-Portable-Heater-F232000/205527178) cause I had a XMAS Gift Card to use.
How does he like the Hideout? That will probably be my next 1 man shack.
-
A few thoughts.
I got the regular buddy and the little buddy.
1.The regular mr heater ( buddy) is a better unit because it has 3 settings, pilot, low and high.
The little buddy is either on or off.
2. You can cook on the regular buddy.
3. If using a pop up shelter, the little buddy will not provide enough heat, at least for me.
Fuel usage.
Little buddy about 6-7hrs continuous
Regular buddy about 6-7hrs on low and 4-5 hrs on high
Lastly, I know its controversy but if your not refilling your tanks, your missing out.
I get about 16 - 1lb tanks refilled from a bbq tank. I go through about 30 tanks a season.
-
Hello All,
Are there any bait shops near Chapmans? Thank you.
-
I like my regular Buddy heater. Runs about 4 hours on high with a 1lb tank, all day on low.
You know my Otter Lodge, Bruce. So it heats a big space but they do have two larger sizes. The Hunting Buddy and the Big Buddy. I was looking recently when they were on sale at Cabelas.
-
Hot Tuna - my buddies and I have debated the 1LB refills for a long time. what hardware to you use? do you have a link?
-
Hot Tuna - my buddies and I have debated the 1LB refills for a long time. what hardware to you use? do you have a link?
I have been doing it for 5 years.
You will find that the O rings in tanks wear out over time and repeated use so always check your tank with a little soapy water after filling and discard any leakers.
I put them right on the heater ( leakers) and mark with X to not refil.
Believe me, its very few and far between.
This is my adapter
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsPbKM7L/20190220-123854.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsPbKM7L)
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhxgkRk7/Screenshot-20190220-124238-Chrome.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhxgkRk7)
-
I have been doing it for 5 years.
You will find that the O rings in tanks wear out over time and repeated use so always check your tank with a little soapy water after filling and discard any leakers.
I put them right on the heater ( leakers) and mark with X to not refil.
Believe me, its very few and far between.
This is my adapter
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsPbKM7L/20190220-123854.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsPbKM7L)
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhxgkRk7/Screenshot-20190220-124238-Chrome.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhxgkRk7)
x2. Leakers get tossed (once empty). Labeled as "full" via blue painters tape. Once used, tape is removed.
-
Flame King now makes 1 lb tanks which are approved to refill. There is a thread somewhere in this place about them. https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=365434.0
-
I left behind a 5 gallon bucket with 5 rod's and reels in it today at Chatman Park. My gloves were also with them. A fellow fisherman stopped to ask me about the fishing and afterward I left them right there in the parking lot. I drove right back but they were gone. Hopefully they were found by the right person, fingers crossed, My cell is 315-256-8457, Coast 51
-
Coast I wish you the best of luck
-
I use the regular buddy heater as well. I have 2 of them. Like them a lot.
-
Hello All,
Are there any bait shops near Chapmans? Thank you.
cookies on rte. 298 in bridgeport......opens at 5 am
-
They now make 1 lb tanks which are approved to refill. There is a thread somewhere in this place about them.
Yea I know ( flame king ) but they are really expensive( $16.00 just for tank ) and in 5 years of doing this year round I'm ok. I've heard just as many bad issues with flame king as well.
-
cookies on rte. 298 in bridgeport......opens at 5 am
Thank you...Scout!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/G84vjgVF/20180103-113843.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G84vjgVF)
which one is this???? i got 2 of themat lowes about 3 years ago on a dump sale iget 3 days out of abottle adjustable heat and i put hot dogs and soup on it th cook ....i love it
thats not my picture but it's where i got the idea to cook on it .....
-
I believe the yellow ones are called tough buddy. Honestly I don't know the difference between the regular ( red or green buddy) than the yellow tough buddy except price.
They both put out the same btu.
I have a yellow one that I also got on a close out for $40.00 .
My son has the red one .
Mine has had lots of problems.
Thermocouple and tip over switch went bad.
His regular red buddy has had none
-
think i got mine for 35 bucks at lowes i got one for me and one for my brother ....works good so far
-
Can’t go wrong for $35-40. Think they normally go for around 90-100. Worth buying a backup for that price
-
Lots of good info. I do have an older adapter to refill tanks.
The thing I do like about my little Coleman is that it is small enough to fit in my fishing bag.
If I see a deal like that on a buddy heater I am getting one.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fk3zSqwY/IMG-20190220-155757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fk3zSqwY)
The tough Buddy heater is a little bit more rugged then the red one. The cage is heavy duty on the yellow one it also has a fan to blow the heat around works pretty good if the batteries are new. And it feels like Hawaii
Fishshack I remember my grandpa's old hand warmers the red case with the sticks. Lol and everybody had a wooden box.
-
For cooking, take the guard off the front and hook it on the handle. Makes a perfect cook top.
-
Mine don't have a fan. Are you sure it's not the big buddy ?
After research, I found the yellow ones are a lowes only exclusive color.
Obviously the other one in this picture is the little buddy. But like I said, its either on or off
(https://i.postimg.cc/QBHSk9gK/20190220-161222.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QBHSk9gK)
-
For cooking, take the guard off the front and hook it on the handle. Makes a perfect cook top.
Definitely don't do that !!
My friend did with a brand new one and now he has a custom MELTED handle
-
How does he like the Hideout? That will probably be my next 1 man shack.
LOL, I been using it. He ordereed it, had it shipped to the Runnings (no cost for inter-house shipping) in Malone; I went picked it up, put it together and been using it. Quality, insulated fabric, well designed, and roomy for my big size - It's 36 wide where you sit, quick flip design is where it's at for a one-man. I really like it, but pricey. Not as roomy, but a lot lighter, than my one-man Frabil Pro Thermal quick flip.
-
Hot tuna- I’ve been doing it for 2 seasons. You have to have the handle angled back and not straight up. That handle is designed poorly. The first time I ever used the heater, I melted the handle by leaving it up by accident. Since that first time I’ve had no issues, even while hanging the guard for cooking. You just have to make sure it’s tipped back at like a 45 degree angle, which coincidentally makes the cooktop almost perfectly level
-
The tough Buddy heater is a little bit more rugged then the red one. The cage is heavy duty on the yellow one it also has a fan to blow the heat around works pretty good if the batteries are new. And it feels like Hawaii
Fishshack I remember my grandpa's old hand warmers the red case with the sticks. Lol and everybody had a wooden box.
Those PICs are of the BIG BUDDY Heater. It has two heat elements and the fan - uses 4 D-Cell Batteries. I have one at home for emergency heat. In a thermal shelter, the Little Buddy will do the job.
I have two of the Little Buddy Heaters Mr. Heater- one red and one yellow, one heater element, low and high and pilot.
The Big Buddy has two elements (as in the PICs) and 3 heat settings with a pilot position. The Big Buddy gives the same BTU as the Little Buddy when set on low and medium - high lights up the second element and doubles the BTU output of the Little Buddy on high. I think you may be right on the "tough" Buddy design, I don't know, My Big Buddy is red.
-
Hey young GOAT Times were different
We made the best of what we had to work with ,👍🏻
-
The heat from the metal dosen't transfer to the plastic ? Not sure what he did but his handle melted.
When I cook, I bring a 1 burner cook stove. It fits right into a sauce pot for transportation.
-
Hot tuna no the metal grate does not melt into the handle. The handle melts when it’s straight up and down because it’s in the air path of the element when in the up/carry position. Unless the design has changed since I got mine, about 5 years ago. My buddy is forest green. Not red or yellow like the ones mentioned. But I think color is arbitrary. They’re all the same design. I think.
-
Hey young GOAT Times were different
We made the best of what we had to work with ,👍🏻
Lol I love seen all the old school stuff.
The yellow one is I got thicker all around but not much to make a difference .
(https://i.postimg.cc/bGWMZNb9/IMG-20190220-171628.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bGWMZNb9)
A full page on mr. Buddy heaters LOL
-
I'm still using this old timer, works just fine for my 1 man and the tanks really lasts
(https://i.postimg.cc/873818N2/20190220-171634.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/873818N2)
-
A buddy of mine says he heard the fishing is starting to "slow down" off the North shore. Any truth to this at all?
-
Hey Billygoat next week we will make a run mid week and with any luck our buddy will be able to go as long as he isn't fixing fire trucks....he can also cook for us cause you and me won't have time for that we will be to busy catching fish I think that's why I never cook on the ice I can eat when I get on shore
-
I'm still using this old timer, works just fine for my 1 man and the tanks really lasts
(https://i.postimg.cc/873818N2/20190220-171634.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/873818N2)
I also have one of those cat heaters. It just didn't put out enough heat for me. I think they top out at about 1,000 btu.
I don't like seeing my breath and usually take my jacket off.
I also started out with the old colman white gas heaters, they were DANGEROUS. Fumes , fire
-
A buddy of mine says he heard the fishing is starting to "slow down" off the North shore. Any truth to this at all?
Not at all it just finding active fish
-
Pimple pounder sounds like a plan . For a fishing report I got out Monday out in front of apps , not much going on 4 keeper perch , lost 1 keeper eye at the hole it was a suspended mark. Caught dozen shorts. Seems like a lot of short eyes at apps now screen was loaded with them . I caught more keepers earlier in the year out front of there.
-
Had Little Buddy for past 3 years but now pilot only lights and does not ignite after that. Followed manufacturers video on cleaning and no change. Also used compressed air to clean internals and still searching for resolution. Switched to regular Mr. Buddy, uses more gas but also more heat.
-
Is there a replaceable thermocouple? My MH12 is a older unit and has a replaceable thermocouple. Thermocouple is the safety that keeps the heater lit...they go bad after a period of time.
-
Not at all it just finding active fish
I'll be down for a few days - the fishing will slow down then! :o
-
Had Little Buddy for past 3 years but now pilot only lights and does not ignite after that. Followed manufacturers video on cleaning and no change. Also used compressed air to clean internals and still searching for resolution. Switched to regular Mr. Buddy, uses more gas but also more heat.
Had the same problem, messed with it a bunch.. it was almost like the pilot wasn't big enough to reach the element.. so I lit a piece of paper on fire and put the flame right on the element she fired right up and I havent had the same problem again...
-
Found an 8" auger cover about 2 or 3 weeks ago. It's a nice heavy duty cover. I actually intended to post the day I found it, but when I got back to my house I couldn't find it and assumed it had bounced out of my sled. Well, I was just getting my stuff together for another trip and found it under a pile of gear. All that being said, if you lost it, I have it and you can have it back.
I think (because I can't remember crap anymore) that I found it in front of the south shore state boat launch in Bridgeport, however there is also the chance I found it on Chaumont Bay. Either way, if it's yours you can have it back.
-
Regular buddy heater you can unsnap the grill and flop it to cook on. Do it all the time. No way id let it touch the handle.
I have a otter cabin pro n u cant keep it on low without cracking the two vents and the door on low. Thats with just a tshirt unless the winds blowing crazy.
-
Was out around 123 today until 5 when the freezing rain started.. good a.m but you had to work for em. Got a dozen or so perch during the day. Back at it in the a.m
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzKy6MVs/20190220-192238.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzKy6MVs)
-
Another way you can cook/heat up food on the buddy heater is buy a small metal paint screen. You can bend and manipulate it so it hooks right on the heater grill. Saw the idea on a thread on here few years ago.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCXzczh5/BE061-EBA-0-D1-A-4-DA9-BC2-F-37-B06-E07-B16-C.png) (https://postimg.cc/ZCXzczh5)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5YysTjBd/D34-B9516-60-BB-4-C59-86-F9-102-F9-C761089.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YysTjBd)
There’s a bunch of ideas if you google search “cooking on buddy heater using a paint screen” and hit the images tab.
-
I'll be down for a few days - the fishing will slow down then! :o
Lol that’s ok least we will be fishing
-
Not at all it just finding active fish
some spots get hammered out there along the north shore see shacks everyday all day long on the same holes for weeks now bet some of those have gotten slow I Moved 4 times this morning was done by 8 guess that’s a little slow Out of constantia all this talk of heaters turn it off when your cold and not marking fish move you’ll warm up or find fish and forget it was cold
-
Riot your
Absolutely right some spots will slow as they get hammed constantly
It happens every year
Its a big lake
I get reports from around the lake from buds daily , the perch bite has been pretty good , as they don’t chase eyes but if they catch any they go home
This was 1 from Tuesday
(https://i.postimg.cc/JDJnG9jg/180-D1889-E04-C-4-DB2-B7-C9-31-D68-C78-EC64.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JDJnG9jg)
-
mmmmmmmm you don't even need a small cooler :roflmao:
nice hit ole boy
-
Nice pile Fred....X2 catch fish stay warm
-
Those aren’t mine the pic was sent to me , I haven’t been able to go this week I did slide out Monday but not for perch ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9YwDyqT/137347-C3-AB67-4743-A02-F-4-FC1-AA06713-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9YwDyqT)
-
The walleyes have def slowed some for me. My last four trips I limited twice, (one day was really good and the other I was lucky to get 3) 1, and 2. I’m not marking as many in my usual spots and they have been more fussy most days. Not sure if it’s a mid winter lull or the fact that we’ve had good ice for a long time now. If they’re dumb/aggressive they are in a freezer somewhere. I know the perch guys have been doing great though
-
I only use the heater when I need to. I also try to move around when not on fish. But heater comes in handy when wind is cranking 30 plus with negative wind chill. ;D Plus I do enough sitting and freezing my butt off during hunting season lol
-
I wanted to get out today but lost my breaks in the truck last night :(
-
Didn't miss much Trap.. everything was iced up good this morning and freezing rain until about 8 oclock on the north shore. Clearing up now and temp is climbing, we may try the afternoon if wind cooperates. Fish were hungry in the a.m yesterday
-
You can buy a thermocouple on EBAY for 5.99 the sellers name was 24_7partsinc. Hope this helps bought one three weeks ago.Good Luck
-
With help from my friends I located the fishing gear that I had left behind yesterday at Chapman Park. Thank's to Dennis Chick, Dave Stonecipher and Doug Tedford. It's people like you that make a day of fishing so much better, Tight lines!
-
Glad to hear you got your stuff back coast51
-
With help from my friends I located the fishing gear that I had left behind yesterday at Chapman Park. Thank's to Dennis Chick, Dave Stonecipher and Doug Tedford. It's people like you that make a day of fishing so much better, Tight lines!
That's awesome you got your stuff back, there are good people out there ...
-
Good to hear your gear was returned!!
-
That’s great news coast , and may good karma come to those gentlemen
-
Glad to hear you got your stuff back coast51
Thanks !!!
-
That’s great news coast , and may good karma come to those gentlemen
Thank you very much, great feeling for sure.
-
Good to hear your gear was returned!!
Thanks very much.
-
That's awesome you got your stuff back, there are good people out there ...
There are for sure! Thank you.
-
Nice to see there are still some honest people around coast. Glad it worked out for you. I snuck out tonight for the night bite. It was pretty slow until last light and a few fish moved in. I landed 2 shorts and 2 keepers. Lost keeper # 3 at the hole late and they were gone. Still 12-14 inches of ice where I was but the hard crusted drifted snow on top was getting a bit soft and sloppy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7KGVNtx/8-E371-FFE-580-E-4-E7-D-A15-D-2-A63-F216-B24-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7KGVNtx)
-
Nice job Fishshack. I had to work for them last night too but I got them eventually. I knew when I dumped a good one at the hole on the first drop, it was not going to be easy. Wet up to my elbow and he got away anyway.
-
Reports of it being soft/wet on top? Any problems for us guys walking out and dragging gear? The low tonight seems plenty cold enough to firm it back up just wondering how bad it actually is.. thanks
-
Nice Reeleyz!! ....Hate the ole wet arm and no fish. Hurts the soul lol. Tblaster.....it wasn’t bad last night. Just a little slushy where the snow drifts were. I’m sure it all firmed up overnight. Wasn’t even a problem last night really. Just a few inches of slush in the worst spots.
-
Bruce how would like Quarter for every time you grabbed for a fish over the years 😉
-
Lol! We would prob all have a nice chunk of change! Kind of like the swear jar when you were a kid Fred 😜
-
Thanks fishshack, nice photo of the walleyes I like how the ones eye is glowing, cool! Hoping i can put a few on the ice tomorrow.. never got one on the jig rod, just tip ups.
-
Lol! We would prob all have a nice chunk of change! Kind of like the swear jar when you were a kid Fred 😜
I would have to put a couple dollars in the swear jar for last night. LOL!
-
😂
-
Question on jigging raps....seems like a lot of fish get dropped because of the small hook size. I’ve always slightly bent out 2/3 barbs on the treble and put the minnow head on the nonbent barb. Anybody ever swap out trebles to a bigger hook? Was thinking a larger red treble might work better. Trying to avoid id the old wet arm
-
I know guys that up-size the treble on all of their raps.
-
I know guys that up-size the treble on all of their raps.
X2
-
Question on jigging raps....seems like a lot of fish get dropped because of the small hook size. I’ve always slightly bent out 2/3 barbs on the treble and put the minnow head on the nonbent barb. Anybody ever swap out trebles to a bigger hook? Was thinking a larger red treble might work better. Trying to avoid id the old wet arm
When I was a kid my dad always put 1 size larger hook on all of our raps. We always ran #7 and #9 raps back then.
-
Thanks guys!! Makes sense....I’m going to grab some bigger trebles and give it a shot
-
Fished out of Chapman today from 8 - 2. Caught 1 short eye and lost what felt like a decent perch half way up. My buddy got 1 nice fat keeper eye. Has not been a very good year for us to this point. Lots and lots of ice everything froze up good. Would recommend anybody fishing on sun or Monday keep an eye on the weather. Some really bad wind conditions forecast for the area.
-
Thanks guys!! Makes sense....I’m going to grab some bigger trebles and give it a shot
VMC makes a good treble, sticky sharp and light wire so it penetrates well. I upsize all mine, still lose plenty of fish though.
-
perch are definitely getting a little more finicky compared to the last month.......still getting some fish but they aren't as aggressive as they were...at least where I am fishing.....oh well.....just gatta down size a little......ice is great.....go get em fellers
-
Thanks guys!! Makes sense....I’m going to grab some bigger trebles and give it a shot
KVD triple grip, #4
-
Will look for them trebles next time I’m at Basspro. If not I’ll order them online. Thx slamboney and old timer. If it saves a few fish a season it’s well worth the trouble. I got out tonight and the fish showed up a little earlier. They were fussy but I kept 3 and did a little c/r. The slush from yesterday’s warmth firmed up nicely. Easy traveling. I saw wheelers and sleds all over with no issues. Looks like rough weather for Sunday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Lg41Rqv4/605442-D5-7-E74-423-F-88-F5-877-CC48-C74-D5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lg41Rqv4)
-
Another beautiful day out there today.. fish were active this morning. As stated above all slush was firmed up nicely today after yesterday's warm up it locked up nice. It's been a great week, and the sunsets are priceless
(https://i.postimg.cc/F7LPjRsL/20190222-154821.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F7LPjRsL)
(https://i.postimg.cc/4nn2xPDw/20190222-180818.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4nn2xPDw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZ4SPNYq/20190222-202708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZ4SPNYq)
-
Nice job guys
-
I'm fishing north shore out of Taft and it's been a tough bite so far, plenty of lookers though, lots of people out
-
tried to make it yesterday ,blew a break line :( lucky I got a large bottle of brake fluid and drove the back roads home ..... maybe be back at it Tuesday guys ................
-
tried to make it yesterday ,blew a break line :( lucky I got a large bottle of brake fluid and drove the back roads home ..... maybe be back at it Tuesday guys ................
. That sucks Trapp....been there myself a few times. Anyone can drive with brakes. It takes skill to get home without them lol.
-
Fished out of Lewis Pt. yesterday 2/22 afternoon from 1:30 until 6 pm. Went out to 29 fow and set up my clam shelter. Stayed on same holes all afternoon. Plenty of decent marks but very finicky bite. Tried a variety of lures but caught fish on raps. Ended up with 7 nice perch and 4 short walleye between 11 and 14 inches. Others I spoke to said they were not biting very well in afternoon. Nice sunset and night sky.
-
Fished out of Constantia this morning from 7-9:30. Caught one keeper eye and some nice perch. Got emergency call for a job from one of my customers so had to head to work. Be back at it next week. Good luck guys
-
started trying navonics this past week [boat hd] on a free 15 day trail, now I see it will be discontinued. Is there any other good options?
-
started trying navonics this past week [boat hd] on a free 15 day trail, now I see it will be discontinued. Is there any other good options?
Pretty sure they just rolled their old versions into the new Boating app. Mine rolled into it free because I already paid for the old one. All the same features and kept my waypoints.
-
Decent walleye bite this morning for me. Lots of lethargic fish with the occasional hot one coming thru. Strangely, the fired up ones were big females instead of 14 inchers.
-
way to go fellers......started out kinda slow this morning but fish moved under me around 9:30 and never left.......finicky though.....lots of 7-8" perch but big ones would move in now and then......ended up up with 40 good fish with some slob jumbos.......would have loved to stay for the late day bite to see if they went into kamkazi mode......man there was a lot of fish down there.....great day on the ice with some good friends........tomorro w and monday are not looking good....lets use our heads fella's and not put ourselves and others in danger....with these slick conditions a gusty wind is not good for anyone
-
Good work on the fish guys!! Josh and I ventured out today. NOT EPIC!! 😡 Mother Oneida humbled us to say the least. 6 perch between the two of us. We sat on a lot of walleye and perch. I dropped my first 3 walleye out of the gate.... then it was a struggle after that. That’s fishing...always nice to get out and enjoy time with my son and friends. There are no bad days!!😉 Great seeing You Chowdaire and Slamboney!! Back at it next weekend.😎 I bet the Panoptix would’ve got me on an EPIC bite today!!!!😁
GO SU!!
-
Nice job and reports guys 👍🏻
-
Way to stay after them , we all have good and bad days ,
-
Well we finally found them only got 2 keepers and a perch but it was way better than our last trip. Seemed like they were hitting really light lost 4 about half way up. And be careful around the pressure crack west end of pancake we scooted across it and watched water come up as we got on the inside of it we took a different way to get back.
-
I got out this afternoon for a few hours with my oldest boy.
The perch were not on fire but we had a lot of fun. The weather was great.
(https://i.postimg.cc/7bLpRMgb/02824-DE1-E3-AD-4624-9-D93-5-CC8-C87-D8-A51.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7bLpRMgb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/z3P9Ybj7/270412-BC-454-D-4717-8908-14-E781-E56-BC5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3P9Ybj7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GKj6fyx/E9-E0553-F-B88-B-4538-AE2-E-5016-D1-F7444-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GKj6fyx)
-
Good work Bruce and son!!😎
-
Well looks like a good day to me Bruce
That smile says it all
-
Just wrote on the other Oneida thread for some help. Coming from Buffalo but was wondering if with the weather report if it would be worth the trip—- I know it could change in 5min but I can try another day any help is very much appreciated thank you —— Gunner
-
I wouldn’t come until after Monday with the wind they say we are suppose to get
-
Even Tuesday looks pretty windy. Monday is definitely out of the question.
-
Thanks guys. We had a ton of fun. Good food and lots of laughs too.
-
Awesome job Reeleyez and Lil Reeleyez!!
-
Great job, Bruce! Got exactly what you were looking for plus a couple. Always nice to execute a plan.
Sorry you couldn’t find ‘em, kp. It’s hit or miss out there right now.
-
bruce great pictures ^5
-
Thanks guys—I’ll wait and see how the weather goes! I’m not much of an ice skater and I’m sure if anyone was within eye sight I wouldn’t want to be responsible for someone laughing so hard they can’t catch their breath! Gunner
-
Fished out of Williams this morning for about 90 minutes, caught these two slime darts and four (non) keeper perch. For those "sportsmen" who throw pickerel on the ice, consider throwing them back in as I know any of my five kids would love to catch a fish as big as their pole
(https://i.postimg.cc/hhQv8c55/IMG-20190223-071156501.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hhQv8c55)
(https://i.postimg.cc/kRS57vSm/IMG-20190223-072151511.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kRS57vSm)
-
Nice pickerel Mike. That bottom one looks well fed!
-
Fished out of Williams this morning for about 90 minutes, caught these two slime darts and four (non) keeper perch. For those "sportsmen" who throw pickerel on the ice, consider throwing them back in as I know any of my five kids would love to catch a fish as big as their pole
(https://i.postimg.cc/hhQv8c55/IMG-20190223-071156501.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hhQv8c55)
(https://i.postimg.cc/kRS57vSm/IMG-20190223-072151511.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kRS57vSm)
Excellent point. With their size and fight they are an excellent target for young fishermen and fisherwomen. Besides wasting them by leaving them on the ice is like swatting a mosquito thinking you will get rid of bugs. Personally I pickle them and think they're great. Also very good eating fish if properly filed to get all the bones out. Matter of opinion of course.
-
Nice plump slimer , I know several people that eat them ,
next couple days look pretty windy
Couple guys on camera off the beach
East wind is only 20 mph at this time
-
I have eaten pickerel and I enjoyed them. I filet them and do my best to make them boneless or grind them up for fish patties.
-
Nice pickerel Mike. That bottom one looks well fed!
x2
-
Great job, Bruce! Got exactly what you were looking for plus a couple. Always nice to execute a plan.
Sorry you couldn’t find ‘em, kp. It’s hit or miss out there right now.
I’ll take the good with the bad! It’s all good!! Good job on your catch!!!!😎
-
Even Tuesday looks pretty windy. Monday is definitely out of the question.
My best fishing days are after 3 days of like weather. Either good or bad. Have not figured that out in 65 years of fishing..
usually that happens in the summer, changes more often when the water is hard..
-
Nice work on the fish guys. Me and a friend got out yesterday am. Lots of people out. I landed one fat eye early and dropped two others. Couldn’t get em going so we slid out and caught a few perch. Burningdownthehouse I agree in the pickerel. I’ve kept them before and I enjoyed them.
When my kids were a bit younger they loved catching them on tip ups. We kept them a few times. I ran the fillets thru the grinder. Mix egg, bread crumbs, some seasoning and fry. Fry em up hot and you don’t feel the small pin bones. Pretty darned tasty!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYmrpf3w/CBB4-C732-F58-F-487-C-915-D-B89438-AD2-DD7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYmrpf3w)
-
Nice eye shack , you saved another one from going on the Atkins diet 😉
-
Nice eye shack , you saved another one from going on the Atkins diet 😉
. Lol Fred.....her gut resembled mine except I’m not pregnant :o
-
Good work on the fish guys!! Josh and I ventured out today. NOT EPIC!! 😡 Mother Oneida humbled us to say the least. 6 perch between the two of us. We sat on a lot of walleye and perch. I dropped my first 3 walleye out of the gate.... then it was a struggle after that. That’s fishing...always nice to get out and enjoy time with my son and friends. There are no bad days!!😉 Great seeing You Chowdaire and Slamboney!! Back at it next weekend.😎 I bet the Panoptix would’ve got me on an EPIC bite today!!!!😁
GO SU!!
Sounds like fun KP!! Cant slay em every time and you were out with your son!!! that's a win win!!
-
Bruce that boy is getting big!! Haven't been on here in long time, good to see a few guys still on here. Congrats, I'll give you a shout one of these days!!
-
Hey Freddie.... conditions are perfect for the afternoon bite....you in bud????😜
I’m looking forward to the Reeleyz crew reports in the future. Life is good!!😎🎣🕳
-
Hey Freddie.... conditions are perfect for the afternoon bite....you in bud????😜
I’m looking forward to the Reeleyz crew reports in the future. Life is good!!😎🎣🕳
I would bring a raincoat, some ice skates, a kite, or maybe an ice boat if you have it?
Life is definitely good!!!
-
Bruce that boy is getting big!! Haven't been on here in long time, good to see a few guys still on here. Congrats, I'll give you a shout one of these days!!
I hope all is well!
-
I would bring a raincoat, some ice skates, a kite, or maybe an ice boat if you have it?
Life is definitely good!!!
lol!! It seems I always take Freddie out on the most perfect conditions whenever we venture out.😁 I’m sure he’ll chime in....😁
-
lol!! It seems I always take Freddie out on the most perfect conditions whenever we venture out.😁 I’m sure he’ll chime in....😁
Yea KP seem to think if it’s not blowing hard and snowing it’s not worth going , now mike on the other hand favors hard rain and 30 mph winds , now that’s fun 🥴 nothing wrong fishing a high barometer either 🌞
And they still talk me into these little adventures lol
-
I'll betcha the fish are on fire right now....lull before the storm
-
I'll betcha the fish are on fire right now....lull before the storm
Smokin
-
yikes, dead calm here in Maple bay area........radar shows front around weedsport now........winds at 32 mph with gusts to 56 mph in Buffalo right now.......anyone on that lake better boogie soon....gonna get ugly really fast
-
Sounds like fun KP!! Cant slay em every time and you were out with your son!!! that's a win win!!
Yes sir!!😎
-
Yea KP seem to think if it’s not blowing hard and snowing it’s not worth going , now mike on the other hand favors hard rain and 30 mph winds , now that’s fun 🥴 nothing wrong fishing a high barometer either 🌞
And they still talk me into these little adventures lol
The fish seem to bite better on nasty days. 😁 Take yesterday for an example.... sunny, no wind, no rain or snow, fishing was horrible.😁 I think scout was fishing the only spot where there was a wintry mix of bad weather yesterday so he could smack those fish.😜 I’d love to be out there right now..... I know the fish are chewing!!! 😈🎣🕳
-
The fish seem to bite better on nasty days. 😁 Take yesterday for an example.... sunny, no wind, no rain or snow, fishing was horrible.😁 I think scout was fishing the only spot where there was a wintry mix of bad weather yesterday so he could smack those fish.😜 I’d love to be out there right now..... I know the fish are chewing!!! 😈🎣🕳
sunny and 70 where I was KP......barometric pressure at 31.00 too boot.....just gotta work em hard :icefish: :clap:
-
Oh, we worked them!! 😁 We left our other arsenal home....😉 good work bud!!😎
-
Real tough day for us yesterday every spot we had been catching them was a dud made a lot of moves and between 3 of us we scratched up 16 perch
-
Their was a guy out of Chapman’s until about 1:30 , today , hope he smashed them
-
The parking lots and lake in general were empty today.
-
Wind is rippin here on the north shore now. Hope the power outages are minor
-
Their was a guy out of Chapman’s until about 1:30 , today , hope he smashed them
x2!!!😈🎣🕳
-
Cool picture of my brother-in-law from earlier this week
(https://i.postimg.cc/JtZ24QrK/IMG-20190217-071040917.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JtZ24QrK)
-
Anybody out?? Wondering how the bite is this morning. ;D They say gusts to 70 but it only seems like they’re 50ish lol.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BLFB6fzh/33001-A5-B-883-E-4479-B1-F7-BF400-D153-B01.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BLFB6fzh)
-
Filetandrelease and I are headed out in an hour! Perfect conditions!!!!!!😁 just kidding!!
-
Filetandrelease and I are headed out in an hour! Perfect conditions!!!!!!😁 just kidding!!
Your not talking me into another adventure ,over 40 plus years of doing goofy stuff ,and today isn’t 1 of them lol your side kick Andy is a DK lmao
But the Barometer looks good 😜
-
Your not talking me into another adventure ,over 40 plus years of doing goofy stuff ,and today isn’t 1 of them lol your side kick Andy is a DK lmao
But the Barometer looks good 😜
Lmao!! 😂 Andy was trying to bait Release into going.... looks like a Release is finally getting wiser as he gets older!!!😜 Guess, I’ll unload my gear then!😁
-
KP...I think you could get Fred out with a little convincing.....he’s liking the barometer. Maybe fish North shore as the wind might not be quite as bad :o
-
I must be getting soft in my latter years
-
Lmao!! 😂 Andy was trying to bait Release into going.... looks like a Release is finally getting wiser as he gets older!!!😜 Guess, I’ll unload my gear then!😁
i'll go ...pick me up :roflmao:
-
You would have to park your sled/wheeler into the wind and anchor it down I bet or it would slide back. Then anchor your shanty so it doesn't move. Then just hope the farbic on your shanty doesn't blow out. I bet getting packed up would be a blast.
Good day for an Argo!
-
You would have to park your sled/wheeler into the wind and anchor it down I bet or it would slide back. Then anchor your shanty so it doesn't move. Then just hope the farbic on your shanty doesn't blow out. I bet getting packed up would be a blast.
Good day for an Argo!
Yes, no anchors needed !
Bad day to take a small dog .... anchors would be needed ! ...or it would be bye bye pooch!
-
good day for a cold beer and a warm bar
-
x2...for sure :thumbsup:
-
good day for a cold beer and a warm bar
My boss might frown on that...... but yeah good idea!!!
-
Hello All! I'm a NY transplant recently stationed here in Rome. Bought a house 6 minutes from the lake as I plan on retiring here. I started ice fishing for the first time a few weeks ago and fell in love with it immediately. I've been a die-hard deer hunter my whole life and I'm having a hard time deciding which one I like more now.
I have been fishing out of Sylvan Beach mainly, but I really don't know my way around the lake well. Until a few weeks ago I had never jigged for fish, so I am green in that regard. If anyone has any tips they're willing to give on what lures/jigs to use or really any tips at all I'm all ears. I took my little one out with me the other day and luckily we found some perch. I can't seem to get on a walleye to save my life.
-
My boss might frown on that...... but yeah good idea!!!
Liquid lunch.
-
FallAir
Get yourself a decent flasher if you don't already have one. Everybody has their preference but a unit that allows you to zoom into the bottom helps, didn't realize what I was missing until I upgraded.
Buy an assortment of jigging raps, 2, 3 and 5's, a few pimples, Kastmasters and whatever else looks good to you. Tip them with a minnow head or perch eye and your good. Get the navionics app or a good gps that takes the navionics card. Then just start looking for structure and moving until you mark active fish.
-
Thanks for the input. I picked up a Garmin Stryker 4 with the ice ducer and absolutely love it. I've mainly been using raps in a #5 but I can't get many fish to commit. Blue and silver kastmaster has done ok. I'm curious how many guys use tungsten jigs with luck. I'll have to see if I can put navionics on my Stryker.
-
being a newb to electronics, ive found myself wondering what i should do when i see a fish come up to my jig... i tried just holding it still, subtle movement, a few jigs.. couldnt really pin point any method that worked better than another... any input on this would be great, otherwise i'll just keep scratching my head!
-
The striker 4 dose not take any map chip it only has a white screen that will track your path and can mark waypoints on it
-
The striker 4 dose not take any map chip it only has a white screen that will track your path and can mark waypoints on it
Thanks for the heads up.
-
U can get navionics on any smart phone
-
U can get navionics on any smart phone
I did get that accomplished.
-
Fallair rip that jig 2, 3 ,4 feet sometimes they like the aggressive jigging more than what you would think.
-
With electronics you can try all different methods and see how the fish react. I usually start with an aggressive 2 foot high jig stroke then let it sit a few seconds then repeat. Sometimes they like when you shake it above them and then start reeling it up and they will chase it up and crush it. My main point is you can experiment different ways and watch the fish’s reaction.
-
being a newb to electronics, ive found myself wondering what i should do when i see a fish come up to my jig... i tried just holding it still, subtle movement, a few jigs.. couldnt really pin point any method that worked better than another... any input on this would be great, otherwise i'll just keep scratching my head!
walleyes want the rap jumping all over the place.......they are predators and want their food moving.....jig it hard......then harder if they won't hit......sometimes they are just not going to hit so patience is a virtue when walleye fishing.....perch are a different story......dr. jekyll and mr. hyde.....some times they like it moving hard and sometimes not......small glow jigs with dropper fly with spikes is the ticket for perch....moved slowly....this all just from experiences......hope this helps
-
Yesterday the wife and I looked at a place for sale on the lake. Really liked the lot/location but not the camp itself so much. Maybe it's just a lot now! Holy wind city! :woot: :o
-
KP...I think you could get Fred out with a little convincing.....he’s liking the barometer. Maybe fish North shore as the wind might not be quite as bad :o
oh no, we fish in the high winds. 😁 I won’t go easy on him!!!!😜 the barometer looks really good. We should be out there!!!😁 Trap, I didn’t see you post till now. I’ll remember you next time I can’t get the ol buzzard to budge!!!!😂
-
Yesterday the wife and I looked at a place for sale on the lake. Really liked the lot/location but not the camp itself so much. Maybe it's just a lot now! Holy wind city! :woot: :o
I got a guy who can put up a new cottage For you Dave!!!😁
-
I got a guy who can put up a new cottage For you Dave!!!😁
We'd have way too much fun! Research high wind, roof designs...schedule completion around falleye time. @)
-
Very helpful info Scout. Ill be at it again this weekend. If you're ever up in my neck of the woods let me know I'll put you on some trout or salmon and I'll put a beer in your hand too. This mid season lull leads me down to the green water... once we get into mid March to April I'll be on the blue water again
-
getting some snow on south shore approaching a foot
-
as oneida said.......at least a foot on the south shore.....hope the wind packed it down on the lake.....gonna be a beeotch for the wheelers
-
8"-10" of snow in Constantia. I bet it will be fine on the lake. Just tougher walking.
-
6 to 10 at my house I just snow blowed
-
Just heard tomorrows storm is going to be worse that yesterdays storm as far as snowfall amounts. Hope it’s fake news : /
-
yup ended up with about a foot, south of t-way got like 4in that lake effect band set up right on top of the lake
-
Looks like it’s time to take out back up shanty and snowshoes and take a hike damn wheeler kept me out of shape :-\ :-\
-
. I don’t know Trap.....you can’t get over the boarder anymore without a passport.
You can with an enhanced drivers license ,
-
At least a foot of new snow here saw a couple guys walking out didn't look like much fun.
-
I do not believe you can get back in the US from Canada with an enhanced drivers license. I belive you will need a passport card or passport. Every time I return to the US from Canada they aske for a passport or pasport card.
If you just have an enhanced driver license you may have to say in Canada.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/R3yg8xb9/4-F9-C389-E-7008-4-F24-BC70-DBF323-A68230.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3yg8xb9)
-
my family and I go to Canada every year with an enhanced drivers licence . No trouble going in or coming out.
-
How much snow near sylvan beach?
-
This is for US Citizens. Take note, The Customs Officials , on either side, can do as they please!
US to Canada is different than the reverse:
A valid U.S. passport or passport card is preferred, although a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, citizenship certificate, or another document proving U.S. nationality, together with a government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license) are acceptable to establish identity and nationality.
US citizen entry to US from Canada:
U.S. citizens returning to the U.S. from Canada by land or sea are required to present proper travel documents according to the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative. Approved documents include a passport or passport card, Enhanced Driver's License, or NEXUS trusted traveler program card.
-
Here is a pic from just now off the Sylvan Beach webcam...
(https://i.postimg.cc/FYhvq0tR/image.png) (https://postimg.cc/FYhvq0tR)
-
What happened to frosty the snowman? ???
-
I saw that before but any idea how much on the lake?
-
About 4in where I amm
(https://i.postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg/20190226-120104.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg)
-
Passport or Passport card for air travel to and from Canada.....You can drive across with an enhanced.
-
Thanks LLCW for the report
-
Just tell them your heading to a sanctuary city on your way out 😜
-
:woot: :thumbsup: I've had mostly good experiences, a couple not so nice. I absolutely hate those Customs folks.
-
Thx Llc!!!
-
About 4in where I amm
(https://i.postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg/20190226-120104.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg)
So jealous!! Good luck!
-
I do not believe you can get back in the US from Canada with an enhanced drivers license. I belive you will need a passport card or passport. Every time I return to the US from Canada they aske for a passport or pasport card.
If you just have an enhanced driver license you may have to say in Canada.
The Enhanced DL works fine coming and going into Canada. Used it several times myself.
-
About 4in where I amm
(https://i.postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg/20190226-120104.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdwdYyrg)
Thanks for the update. Hopefully the next batch of snow blows off too!!!
-
Enhanced drivers licence works fine I go alot of dirt races up there never had a problem either way..
-
NEXUS card works even better
-
NEXUS card works even better
Curious how does it work better , I’m in and out in a flash
-
I do not believe you can get back in the US from Canada with an enhanced drivers license. I belive you will need a passport card or passport. Every time I return to the US from Canada they aske for a passport or pasport card.
If you just have an enhanced driver license you may have to say in Canada.
all you need is a Enhanced Driver's License we go up and back, we fish the bay of quinte and go camping you won't have any problem
-
Old thread.. Why not use the new DIEHARDS one? :-\
-
Hope everyone remembered there GPS or compass this morning.... Kind of white out there..... ;D
-
Old thread.. Why not use the new DIEHARDS one? :-\
MOD - why don't you merge the threads? :thumbsup: :icefish:
-
MOD - why don't you merge the threads? :thumbsup: :icefish:
PA POW..... ;)
Hope all is well Phil.....
-
PA POW..... ;)
Hope all is well Phil.....
LOL :roflmao: Doing well Dom.
-
I do not believe you can get back in the US from Canada with an enhanced drivers license. I belive you will need a passport card or passport. Every time I return to the US from Canada they aske for a passport or pasport card.
If you just have an enhanced driver license you may have to say in Canada.
Just got back from quinte. No problems with a enhanced.
-
Fished yesterday evening. 4-6 inches of snow on the ice. Don’t know how much more after last nights snowfall. I had to get the skunk off out. Marked some fish in the 2 spots I tried but no luck. I’ll be back at it this afternoon.
-
Well bob we all should keep a bottle of skunk off handy ,
Release orders it by the drum
-
darn ole skunks...I hate em
-
I have a a several birds and squirrels feeding every morning until this morning looked out the window and They were gone but had another fellow standing watch , sorry about the pic ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/rd84prts/9-D709-A0-E-9-FB1-4-EC5-B388-156-BBC07-E292.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rd84prts)
-
That's awesome filet! Not something you spot every day.
-
that's cool freddie
-
Cool. Thanks for sharing. Something we don't see everyday...h2l
-
Nice pic fillet 👍
-
Nice shot Fred.
Good luck tonight Bobby.
-
Anyone, know if 4 wheelers can get on and move around out of Chapman?
-
That’s cool as heck Fred! Thanks for sharing the pic!
Thanks Bruce
-
Just got back from quinte. No problems with a enhanced.
s10xr,
We have to know. How'd you do?
PerchEyes
-
s10xr that's my favorite trip man ,hope you had as much fun as we always do
-
Havent been on ice since snow but if I were to guess wheelers will struggle just plowed another 6in from last night
-
Anyone, know if 4 wheelers can get on and move around out of Chapman?
was out from south shore launch today..........sled was fine but I would say wheelers might have an issue especially if you don't have chains.......closer to shore was the worst........main lake was 6" to 1.5' .........lots of drifting....fishing was slow......enough perch for a dinner tonight.....slush will be a problem soon
-
F&R that looks like a barred owl!!very cool!! If I were a bird or rodent,I would have boogied too!!
-
Thanks for the info on wheeer travel. Going to try anyway in the morning and see what happens. Will report.
-
F&R that looks like a barred owl!!very cool!! If I were a bird or rodent,I would have boogied too!!
Yes very cool can’t blame the bird it’s some smorgasbord here ,
-
Well I bathed in skunk off and headed out in search of some eyes. Tried a new spot that I haven’t fished this year. Got lucky and ended up with a limit of beautiful 18 inch keepers. Marked quite a few fish but most of them were sluggish. A bunch of marks that I thought were perch but I couldn’t get them to bite. Like scout mentioned, 6-18” of snow. The sled had no problem but wheelers are iffy. Def gonna want chains. Only saw I think 4 other people out this evening and it looked like they were all running snowmobiles.
-
Walked off Lewis today. Ran into two ppl. The first guy in the parking lot going out on his quad and he was just full of doom and gloom. Pretty much telling me smitty sleds are a joke and how he walked out with a backpack yesterday and froze. So i guess I’ll go f myself with my smitty lol. The snow is no joke. Smitty or not, that drag is a real drag. About halfway out some nice dude named Dennis gave me a lift the rest of the way to my spot. Good looking out Dennis, if you’re on this site. Need more like you and less like the dude in the lot. Drag off was miserable. Took me a half hour to go the half mile. I caught 7 nice perch. No eyes. Ice was 17” in my holes and snow was 6”-1.5ft as previously stated. Tough day
-
Hey guys...what u think the wheeler is a go or not for Saturday?
-
Nice job Bobby.
-
s10xr,
We have to know. How'd you do?
PerchEyes
Fishing was terrible. We stayed in big bay. Lot of cocktails and good eats. I don't care so much about the bite as I do just getting away and hanging out. Will probably do it all over again next year.
-
Went out of Sylvan Beach yesterday, slow bite picked up 11 perch & 1 short eye, lots of lookers :-\ sleds definitely the way to go now ;)
-
Nice work Deadeyez!!!
-
Thanks guys. Here’s yesterday’s take
(https://i.postimg.cc/nj0Hj24r/CFAD61-E9-1904-4756-B6-F3-3-EA31-CFD2022.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nj0Hj24r)
-
On ice with 4 wheeler out of Chapman. No problem with moving around must have 4 wheel drive.
-
Dinner Deadeyze!! Going to give it a shot tonight.... a little worried about the snow. Beautiful day though if the drag doesn’t kill me ;D
-
Hi Guys. Relatively new here on this site. Lost my 8 inch hand auger this morning at Sylvan Beach. If anyone found it, could you please let me know Thanks!
-
Hope you find your auger CNYIcer, good luck
-
Just came off the ice at Chapman Park. The walk out was actually just fine if you stay on the well worn snowmobile trail, much easier than I had anticipated. 4 wheelers should be just fine on the well worn paths, but if you wander into fresh snow, it could be pretty hard. Looks like a good weekend of ice fishing ahead! Bit was slow today, lookers lookers lookers... hope they have a change of heart tomorrow
-
Fished this evening for eyes. Marked a bunch but only managed one keeper. At least I didn’t have to break out the skunk off lol. The sun def knocked the snow down a bit today as well
-
Just one keeper eye for me tonight as well. One friend got 2 keepers and my son got a skunk on the eyes. There were a few perch around but everything was pretty fussy. I saw sleds and wheelers out. It wasn’t bad at all with the sled. Nice to get out after a week break.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdkGLRyh/41538-DFC-A01-C-4-D50-A435-4631-B09-C5389.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdkGLRyh)
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1tr88cG/B33-A8723-386-A-43-B8-8-EBA-4-CC67-A16-D032.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1tr88cG)
-
Looks like the walking is pretty decent out of chapman/lewis pt after reading the past couple pages. Looking for confirmation on this. Might head up for the afternoon bite tomorrow after dropping my Grandpa off in Binghamton since I'll be halfway there. Any tips on what depth to look for haven't fished up there in about 8 years
-
Nice work Bobby
I chased after some lakers had a nice day no good ones but had fun
-
Nice work Bobby
I chased after some lakers had a nice day no good ones but had fun
no such thing as a good laker ant ways but like all carp they are fun to catch ;D glad you had fun all boy
-
Nice work Bobby
I chased after some lakers had a nice day no good ones but had fun
Nice Fred!
-
Looks like the walking is pretty decent out of chapman/lewis pt after reading the past couple pages. Looking for confirmation on this. Might head up for the afternoon bite tomorrow after dropping my Grandpa off in Binghamton since I'll be halfway there. Any tips on what depth to look for haven't fished up there in about 8 years
I've been having ok success in 32-38 ft
-
Nice job on the fish, guys.
I took the wheeler off the north shore today. No issues. I have AWD and chains on the back but it was easy going. Snow is wet and packed down.
Got some nice eater eyes and perch.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dL5WJ0cb/293-D9189-82-D9-4-A61-AD62-5-BE46-F4-E142-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dL5WJ0cb)
-
Tough day for me, pulled into Taft on the north shore at 6am and only one truck in the lot, thought that was odd. Headed out to one of my go to spots and couldn't mark a fish, made a move to another spot and could only manage one perch, few lookers but that's it, worst day for me this year.. the wheeler did fine but it was pretty slushy on the way in
-
Nice work Chowd....I got out for the am shift. Lots of lookers/sniffers/fussy fish. Moved a few times and picked away. Tough bite. I scratched out 3 but it took me till 1030 with a bit of luck. One fish I caught I never saw. I was looking at my phone and boom, fish on. He caught me. Looked for perch for a bit but couldn’t find them either.
(https://i.postimg.cc/S2CXVVFD/4-A3-BC078-E923-42-F0-BBB9-425-F286-A4-CE8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/S2CXVVFD)
-
Nice work everyone ,
I went to the sectional wrestling tourney today my grandson placed second , as he lost one match cause he ran out of time for point on a near fall , awsome day lots of great matches
Back to fishing this coming week
(https://i.postimg.cc/NKXKkBhR/E8793358-50-A3-4-CE6-B1-F0-8-E65406-B8-B23.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NKXKkBhR)
-
Congrats to your grandson Freddie. The boy will do great things, I’m certain! 😎👍🏻
Good work on the fish today guys! 👍🏻
-
Lady O schooled me today!!! fished from 6 to 12:30 One perch!!!! Had fish on the screen the whole time.......
SeanP
-
yessir......the old girl brought me down a notch or 2 today........worst day in a long time........moved multiple times and just couldn't find any active fish.....4 medium perch from 6:30 til noon.......probably needed a day like today........damn, humble pie sucks
-
yessir......the old girl brought me down a notch or 2 today........worst day in a long time........moved multiple times and just couldn't find any active fish.....4 medium perch from 6:30 til noon.......probably needed a day like today........damn, humble pie sucks
I like fried fish over humble pie!!!
Can't complain tho......i got to try every jig i own!! LOL
-
Josh and I had a better day today.... last weeks humbling wasn’t fun!!😁 we fished 6:00-1:30 had fish on the screen all day. We picked away at them and, together we iced 30 nice perch and 3 walleye. Had to stray from our finesse style of fishing today to seal the deal. Smooth travel on sleds and a nice day to be on the ice. Going to take a break from Oneida and fish some new water to try to ice our first lakers. Can’t wait! Get ready Freddie!😎
-
Nice job KP!! yeah i finessed.....ripped... .and everything in between short of dynamite!! LOL
Was a beautiful day out there for certain!!!
-
Nice job guys.
It doesn’t look like we are going to get much snow from this “storm”.
-
Went out of Verona beach yesterday. One 6" walleye and 12 perch..
(https://i.postimg.cc/YGZcjRzt/IMG951368.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YGZcjRzt)
-
Went out of Verona beach yesterday. One 6" walleye and 12 perch..
Thaty's anice ruler Dom. ;)
-
Yeah it was left in the back of the side by side in the snow... ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/PPGcc2fk/20190302-105728.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPGcc2fk)
-
Freddie a second place in the sectionals is better then a bucket of perch !!!! ^5 he is a great competitor ....
nice perch dack
-
Good work Dom! were there two of those machines together yesterday?
-
There was another one without tracks with us. We were out in front of the light house? I think..
-
Nice job Dom! It was a nice day to be out.
-
There was another one without tracks with us. We were out in front of the light house? I think..
we saw two tracked machines like yours together. Nice rigs!
-
Thaty's anice ruler Dom. ;)
I was going to comment on that also. Some 3 in 1 bolt loosener should touch that up a bit for you. Nice vehicle and fish.
-
Nice fish Dom ,
-
Glad to meet you on the ice yesterday Dom
-
Glad to meet you on the ice yesterday Dom
Same here Doug. Least you gave me a chance to see a walleye.. ;D. Wish there were more.. ;D
-
Nice machine Dacker!! Betcha there’s not much that can’t go thru......I hit the pond this am. Got 2 eyes early and the marks disappeared. Went out to the perch grounds and picked away for a bit. Found my last eye with them. Enough for a meal or two. Beautiful day out, no wind. Never even had to fire up the heater.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDHVjndw/8-C38-D60-B-7278-4238-8-DBE-0-C4-CED1-B1-D0-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDHVjndw)
-
Hey shack these days that’s plenty to clean for me ,
Nice day bud
-
we saw two tracked machines like yours together. Nice rigs!
Not mine. I wish..
-
First for me on Oneida, had a plane land couple hundred feet from me on the ice. Guy met a couple sleds drilled some holes and started fishing. Better than walking I guess.
-
Hey shack these days that’s plenty to clean for me ,
Nice day bud
X2!!!
-
First for me on Oneida, had a plane land couple hundred feet from me on the ice. Guy met a couple sleds drilled some holes and started fishing. Better than walking I guess.
I have seen that a time or two when I was a kid. My dad used to have a plane before I was born. He had a friend with a plane that would drop in once in a while on the ice.
-
I have also seen planes land on Oneida and Sandy Pond.
-
Not sure if he was coming in or leaving but he flew over us.
This happened to me and a buddy on lake Macatawa in Michigan one day and was written in my perm shanty . Guy landed by us and took us each up for a short ride..
(https://i.postimg.cc/hffWKwFz/20190217-085704.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hffWKwFz)0
-
Hey guys any of you ever night fish Oneida just looking for some advice like depth and bait choice really want to try a night trip thanks.
-
The guy with the airplane landed On the ice and came into the Sandbar when we were there Friday ✈️. If I ever hit the lottery that’s how I am going to get out on the ice lol. Maybe fish right out of the belly of it
-
Hey guys any of you ever night fish Oneida just looking for some advice like depth and bait choice really want to try a night trip thanks.
. I’ve never tried other than maybe a half hour after dark. They hit in the fall after dark....not sure why they wouldn’t in the winter
-
Read 99 pages then see if u need to ask that . ::)
-
I have not fished long after dark either on Oneida but have on other lakes and have done well in shallow water with lite up tip ups in 10’ or with clip on bells with reflecting tape on the flag so you can spot them easy with a flash light.
-
Nice job guys! Dom I’m glad you made it to Oneida!
-
On Saturday I picked up a couple of nice eyes in the mix with four others that were too close to 15" for comfort. They turned on and turned off for me in the space of an hour or so just after 1030. Picked a few perch throughout the day, but the eyes were there and chasing everything up to 7-8 ft off the bottom and then it was a whole lot of lookers no biters.
-
Nice machine Dacker!! Betcha there’s not much that can’t go thru......I hit the pond this am. Got 2 eyes early and the marks disappeared. Went out to the perch grounds and picked away for a bit. Found my last eye with them. Enough for a meal or two. Beautiful day out, no wind. Never even had to fire up the heater.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDHVjndw/8-C38-D60-B-7278-4238-8-DBE-0-C4-CED1-B1-D0-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDHVjndw)
What do you guys consider "perch grounds" in oneida. On lake Erie we normally call big mud flats the perch grounds. Wondering if its same sort of thing here
-
What do you guys consider "perch grounds" in oneida. On lake Erie we normally call big mud flats the perch grounds. Wondering if its same sort of thing here
. Pretty much the same. I was in 35 fow next to some structure. Not a ton of fish but they’d come thru in small groups every 15 minutes or so. Some of the guys on here have really been crushing them
-
First for me on Oneida, had a plane land couple hundred feet from me on the ice. Guy met a couple sleds drilled some holes and started fishing. Better than walking I guess.
You guess? That's one of the most bad a** things I've ever heard of.
Saw a yellow plane land on Otsego Saturday.. same guy??
I do a fly in trip every autumn to a remote brook trout lake and I saw a guy land his plane on the lake, hop out onto the pontoon and cast around drifting, pulled in a few brookies and then fires up the plane and takes off.
:afro: <------- that's him
-
Headed up to fish Thurs-Sun. Hoping to break through on the 'eyes. They have eluded me thus far. Only managed a stray here and there. Got a good feeling this is the weekend. How does the local forecast look for snow accum? I am seeing up to 6" throughout the next few days and standard breeze to help clean the ice. Any hesitations about running a wheeler as early as Thurs? Launching at the typical spots. Appreciate the info. Tight Lines all!
-
Local forecast is saying 7-14” of snow Wednesday into Thursday.
-
If you are unfamiliar with this lake please use caution as there are some pretty good pressure cracks around. They can be hid by this new or drifting snow. If you are unsure ask somebody but don't go out exploring on your own if you don't know where you're going. Not only is there thin ice in some of these spots but they can hide a lot of slush under the new snow that will ruin your day. Be safe and good luck fishing.
-
Nice job guys! Dom I’m glad you made it to Oneida!
Thanks but im not use to all that commotion and noise going on around.
But we might try again this weekend... ;) ;)
My buddies did well yesterday..
(https://i.postimg.cc/hJgZyMRG/201903029.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJgZyMRG)
-
Go Smash a few Dom 🎣🕳
-
Glad your buds got into a few! :afro:
-
Thanks Deadeyez! Sounds like a slow go. Have chains so hopefully can limp. I have been around lady o long enough to be aware of the cracks but appreciate the warning.
-
I'll be there this Saturday with my snowmobile!! Happy 100 pages diehards!
-
Can someone please go point the camera at Chapmans in the right direction, not Lady O's best angle. That wind storm knocked it out of position. ::) ;D
-
Hi guys...any cracks from sylvan beach towards lewis point? Thx
-
No cracks I could see fished sylvan beach out to 109 yesterday gas hole near the end of the rock pile and one north of 109 nice ride on a snowmobile
-
Perch and eyes were sure biting today. Not the nibble bite they were going after it. Love fishing before a storm!
-
Lol not for me! Marked a bunch this evening and missed one fish that hit. Only saw a couple shacks on the entire lake this evening. Beautiful sunset
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQHfj36w/5-D5-DD2-A9-6-D4-E-4551-9364-9-D5-ADE8-F2-B53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQHfj36w)
-
Can someone please go point the camera at Chapmans in the right direction, not Lady O's best angle. That wind storm knocked it out of position. ::) ;D
I’m on it! Anything for you bud!!😜
-
I’m on it! Anything for you bud!!😜
Can you point it right to where the fishes is?? :thumbsup:
-
Can you point it right to where the fishes is?? :thumbsup:
Now, you’re going a bit too far Sean!!! Lmao!!!😂
-
When I come home for spring break I plan on fishing oneida quite a bit. I would appreciate if any of you would send me some coordinates so I stay away from your honey holes. Don't want to step on anyone's toes ya know
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TycJ8MHk/8-A9-E42-F6-E859-4584-979-F-34-C11244-AF7-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TycJ8MHk)
-
Just stay away from spot marked with a tree branch...King Perch gets all bent out of shape!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Just stay away from spot marked with a tree branch...King Perch gets all bent out of shape!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
😜 that spot doesn’t get hot until someone shows up!😈 Then Andy tends to get a bit animated!!!!😂
-
Just park on top of it , and say you can’t see it when some one approach’s
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TycJ8MHk/8-A9-E42-F6-E859-4584-979-F-34-C11244-AF7-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TycJ8MHk)
;D Exactly what I'm trying to prevent here.
-
When I come home for spring break I plan on fishing oneida quite a bit. I would appreciate if any of you would send me some coordinates so I stay away from your honey holes. Don't want to step on anyone's toes ya know
ya im with this guy, I think his intentions are genuine.. just want to avoid any super good honey holes that produce daily limits of walleye and perch. send the coordinates so we can make sure to stay away from those areas!
-
Just stay away from spot marked with a tree branch...King Perch gets all bent out of shape!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
watch out for that guy! He goes crazy and his hair gets all wild 😜
-
No cracks I could see fished sylvan beach out to 109 yesterday gas hole near the end of the rock pile and one north of 109 nice ride on a snowmobile
Hey firstcast , can you report on the action over there, Mark any ? land any ? what depth ? not lookin for your spots , just wondering how the action is on that end ?
-
How’s the snow situation on the lake? Was planning to head up tonight, but reverted to tomorrow am due to weather conditions. Got the wheeler with chains and just added 6” to the smitty risers. :tipup:
-
Only 2-3” here overnight in constantia still lightly coming down
-
Only 2-3” here overnight in constantia still lightly coming down
I'll be walking out tomorrow, so a fairly easy drag then being only a couple inches of snow ?
-
I’m afraid worst is yet to come. Like riot said only 2-4 inches in Constantia but this afternoon and tonight it looks like we will be getting hit pretty hard.
-
Thanks for the updates.
-
not a soul out of williams park this morning.....except me......conditions are great for sleds .......wheelers should be alright ....just pay attention........2-3" of snow so far.....fish were finicky today but got a decent mess for dinner.......hopefully the heavy stuff stays to the south
-
Fished Williams yesterday in 21' all up and down the drop off. Hit on top of an active school of perch and put a dozen on the ice in an hour. Nothing after that. Fished Godfrey this morning until 1030. ZERO!!! Two little bites and a few sniffers. Drilled lots of holes on the first and second drop off. All marks were hugging bottom. Snow made for a fun quick spin on the snowmobile. Funny how 80 feels slow until you hit a shove. I drove slowish for a mile down the lake then hammered it back. I could see how recreational sledders would want to shy away from the lake. By the time a shove appears it's too late and your femurs have wrapped around the handle bars.
-
The snow is coming down pretty hard right now. Looks like it is set up right over the lake. Hopefully it’s just passing through.
-
Bruce just looked at the map looks like it might be hanging around for awhile
-
It stopped for now at least. I am in Cleveland and it is clear all the way across the lake.
Hopefully it stays that way!
-
It’s coming down here again heading your way I’m afraid
Calling for another possible 5”s
-
Hoping to make the trip up Friday morning. Appreciate all your reports on the snow conditions. Thinking of heading off the beach.
-
Hoping to make the trip up Friday morning. Appreciate all your reports on the snow conditions. Thinking of heading off the beach.
keep your computer on........wiull let you know tomorrow.....still gonna be some more snow tonight and tomorrow
-
Look like nice fishing weather until the end of walleye season once we get past tonight’s/tomm snow. I don’t think it’s been as bad as they were thinking yesterday. Syracuse had maybe 2 inches today. C Square maybe 5-6 today. A lot less than the 7-14 predicted
-
Look like nice fishing weather until the end of walleye season once we get past tonight’s/tomm snow. I don’t think it’s been as bad as they were thinking yesterday. Syracuse had maybe 2 inches today. C Square maybe 5-6 today. A lot less than the 7-14 predicted
we got over a foot and another foot on the way at about 3 I was in the worse white out of my life I had to pull off the road and wait
-
ya im with this guy, I think his intentions are genuine.. just want to avoid any super good honey holes that produce daily limits of walleye and perch. send the coordinates so we can make sure to stay away from those areas!
There’s holes out there with daily limits of walleye and perch??? On Oneida???? 🤔
-
Sorry Trapper. Thanks for keeping the snow over there.
Things are looking good fishshack. It has been a great winter really. I would take a winter like this every year. Not tons of snow for the deer to worry about. Plenty of cooperating fish and great ice.
-
You can have it Trapp!! I’m in Elbridge and we only got 1 or 2 inches. I was plowing in Syracuse up to C Square. Those areas got off easy (so far anyway). Looking at the radar and it’s cranking up North again. Amen reeleyz!!! Great ice season!!! Ice will hang around late this year too. Love it!!
-
Looks like we dodged the snow on the north shore. Only got an additional inch or 2 overnight.
-
That’s good news bob , I was planning on fishing but got another 5”s here ,so clean up is on my agenda oh well
-
Any place have small buckeyes around here, or are we stuck with rosies and fatheads for the rest of the month? Thanks A lot. :)
-
No prob Fred.
Tim I was wondering about the emeralds myself. Don’t really like the golden shiners.
-
If rick doesn’t have them odds are no one else will either
-
Local bait shop in Rochester that is always stocked with large and small emeralds says they're done for the year.
:'(
-
If rick doesn’t have them odds are no one else will either
Thats what I figured.
-
Rick only has large emeralds at apps i was in there this morning. Lookin like it's getting tough to find those perfect small ones anywhere these days.. north shore got a fresh 2-3" overnight and travel on the wheelers is doable with a little common sense.
-
Another excuse for not catching fish.....I need all I can get!!! Couldn’t get em to bite the fatheads. Need buckeyes ;D
-
1-3" overnight out from the north shore ended up having to run kids to school this morning and didn't go out till 10:30 fished till noon ended up drilling one hole and just landing right on fish pulled 12 fish up in that hour and half was almost non stop. After number 2 I stopped tipping the rap with a minnow head...
(https://i.postimg.cc/4YYXhFvB/IMG-2586.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4YYXhFvB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZC7TnhNW/image1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZC7TnhNW)
-
Nice job everyone
-
Great job riot. It is nice when you land on them.
-
Nice job Riot! I fished from 4:30-6 this evening. Ended up with one keeper eye and lost 2 others. They seemed more active than last couple times I’ve been out. Only saw 2 other shacks out there in the wind storm tonight. Travel was the best I’ve seen on the sled so far.
-
Any place have small buckeyes around here, or are we stuck with rosies and fatheads for the rest of the month? Thanks A lot. :)
Fat Nancy's in Pulaski had them last week. At least they had a tank labeled so. I looked in the tank and saw they were small but didn't verify if they were actually buckeyes
-
Nice work riot and deadeyez!! I was thinking of going out last eve but chickened our with the wind. You guys are diehards!!
-
Any reports on the wheeler ride out of chapman? Want to go tomorrow if wheelers can get around. Thanks
-
quick limit this morning on ice at 6:00 off by 6:30 fished all of 10 mins released another 3 all short didn’t even set the shack up 😝 now if only I can find the perch only managed one this season... anyone want to trade spots lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/CzRpzcqr/CB49586-E-9-C6-C-4-D39-97-D0-BB716-E487-B67.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzRpzcqr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QBkRRP2C/E3-FE2-A92-1444-497-E-8116-8-C798-D6-B7-D55.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QBkRRP2C)
-
Looks like a grand ol morning.
-
I usually fish Williams for perch. I am taking a dad and two kids out this weekend for their first trip ever. Can anyone recommend the best place on South Shore to go for newbies that will be walking? I was chinking Chapman might be better. I don’t care what we catch, they just want to catch “A” fish. They are 10 and 12 years old and I am not sure they will be prepared to last more than 1-2 hours.
-
Nice catch riot!! :o. I don’t really have a great perch spot to trade but I’ll promise to name my next child after you for a spot like that lol ;D
-
Wondering if wheelers can get out of Chapman.
-
Well done riot 👍🏻
-
I’m out on Chapman now with the wheeler. Definitely need four-wheel-drive, some drifts but manageable. We will see as it warms up a little today. Couple perch.
-
Thanks for the reply. Coming up tomorrow and hoping I could get around. I have 4 wheel drive.
-
Awesome riot!
-
Left work early and came out of apps on the sled. Great ride out a few miles. 4 wheeler won't have a problem with 4x4
Bite is slow fish are here though making a move soon. 16" of ice and good music playing behind me. No wind and blue skies. Couple tournament's tomorrow here. Rick says he will be at the shop at 430. Cheers.
-
LP I been listening to that music all day i can't get enough of it.. from Sinatra to phil collins heck i even heard some barry white earlier and now JETHRO!! 😊😎🎣 bite was ok this morning been a pretty tough midday but it's such a nice day out here that doesn't even matter. Couple more fish are a bonus at this point. U guys have a great lake to play on up here keeps us coming back again n again..
-
I’m out on Chapman now with the wheeler. Definitely need four-wheel-drive, some drifts but manageable. We will see as it warms up a little today. Couple perch.
Any problem walking out to 30 fow
-
lake is perfect for sleds........been doing pretty good on perch this week........get out and enjoy fellers.......gonna be a zoo out there tomorrow.........perfe ct day
-
Left work early and came out of apps on the sled. Great ride out a few miles. 4 wheeler won't have a problem with 4x4
Bite is slow fish are here though making a move soon. 16" of ice and good music playing behind me. No wind and blue skies. Couple tournament's tomorrow here. Rick says he will be at the shop at 430. Cheers.
what are the tournaments?
-
Any problem walking out to 30 fow
Fairly easy walk.
-
what are the tournaments?
You will have to call apps unless someone here knows.
-
Walked out off Sylvan Beach this morning to 23 fow. Quite a workout. Tried a few holes but just couldn't find many marks. At 11:30 I called it and began the walk back in. Tried one last hole in 20 fow and found some fish. Stayed another couple of hours and managed a dozen nice perch and one keeper walleye. Lost one more keeper eye on the way up and one at the hole. The walk back in was much easier following machine trails. Thats a wrap for my ice season on Oneida. Back to some strictly perch waters closer to home.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/942L7qsF/Pppp.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/942L7qsF)
Had a great day with my dad with both of us catching a limit of walleye , they made us work for it but every eye was worth the work
-
Can someone please go point the camera at Chapmans in the right direction, not Lady O's best angle. That wind storm knocked it out of position. ::) ;D
It's back :clap:
(https://i.postimg.cc/0KN5nfHk/030820191318-l-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0KN5nfHk)
-
Fished out of Lewis and later Chapman today. Drifts were worse at Lewis, chugged along with the wheeler in 2nd. Lots of marks, but not many takers. Snatched up two nice perch.
Broke the damn eskimo hypercoil tonight. Anyone know if any shops stock them? Up here with a buddy from PA. Hand auger did not make the trip.
-
Got out with my old ice fishing partner. He had surgery before Christmas and hasn’t been able to get out much this winter. We ended up having a great evening on the eyes. He caught 5 keepers and lost a couple on way up and I caught 7 keepers and a nice perch. One of the fish I tossed back was a beautiful 26 1/2” male. The bite was awesome and marked a lot of fish. They were hitting the rap with the minnow head and bare. It didn’t matter either way. Nice to see the bite heating back up. Enjoy it tomorrow everyone. Here’s the 3 that I kept
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdmqdtJ6/5-CEE230-B-0843-47-CA-951-D-5-BFD42457-D40.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdmqdtJ6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/cvTs4cfM/A1-F38-A72-F1-B9-4-A45-AC2-A-6-E6-E2646-C5-B0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cvTs4cfM)
-
Nice fish fellas!!
-
Awesome job Bobby and Perky!
-
Thanks Bruce! Glad he had a good time. Good luck to everyone out there today!
-
OMG.....what a day on the lake..........tons of people ..........sleds everywhere .....not as many ice fishermen as I would have thought.........hope they enjoyed the basketball game :'(.........fishing was a story of bursts.........ended up with 18 slob perch that came in a few different waves.......most time screen was blank.........just a great time with some good friends
-
Nice job Scout. Awesome weather for sure today. I snuck out after the SU game and brought home a couple meals of perch. The walleyes did not want to play for me tonight.
-
Sounds like a good day and the weather was great
-
Another successful trip to lady O in the books.. today was a great day all around. Weather was spectacular fishin was great and more memories made with an awesome group of guys.. We all caught quite a few fish with the biggest at 22 1/4" today. Now for the fun part
(https://i.postimg.cc/DS0tHrGs/20190308-175151.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DS0tHrGs)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CzhyHTLc/20190309-204627.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CzhyHTLc)
-
Got out for the last couple hrs tonight wheelers was just fine I had a special guest sit in the tent with me tonight her first time ever on the ice....now off to the casino
(https://i.postimg.cc/HjNvT1ms/0309191601.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HjNvT1ms)
-
Made my first ever trip on the big lake today. Went with a couple of buddies off Sylvan Beach. Drag out was pretty bad going in all the snow. Walking in snowmobiles tracks was easier. Fished in 15-20 fow. Had a very rough day. Very little perch action but my one buddy managed a 20" walleye. Oh well, we will give it another shot some time. Was a beautiful weather day and we ended up with sunburns. Who would have thought you could get sunburns in March? ;D
-
Took the kids out to tip up fish today with some of their friends on the west end. No fish but we all had a blast and enjoyed a beautiful day out there!
(https://i.postimg.cc/FYXNJ1HP/052328-B1-0858-4-D61-9-B79-F002-C25-F138-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYXNJ1HP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/R6hBzHg0/84-D3-E4-B8-1366-452-E-9-E9-C-B4-F73-B469-B41.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R6hBzHg0)
-
Good stuff Bobby and PP!
-
Nasty out on the north shore right now. Freezing rain and wind is at a steady 15-20. Glad we got our fill in last few days. Gonna be a mess out there soon with all that snow on the lake and warming temps. Good luck out there
-
Anyone else fish today? Just wondered how conditions were coming off the lake tonight.
-
Anyone else fish today? Just wondered how conditions were coming off the lake tonight.
came off around 3:30 and it was getting pretty soft Deady.....rained after that and didn't drop below 35 all night here on the south shore.....assuming it is sloppy
-
my season is coming to a conclusion this week......vacation mode is kicking in......it was a long and successful ice season to say the least.......friends and family are all eating well ;D.......good luck everyone with the rest of the season
-
Thanks scout! Glad you had a great season. Enjoy your vacation!!
-
It's back :clap:
(https://i.postimg.cc/0KN5nfHk/030820191318-l-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0KN5nfHk)
Hey Zeker (or anyone else),
Could you please share the URL for the Chapman Park cam?
Thanks,
PerchEyes
-
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Thanks Zeker or whoever kicked the camera back... :thumbsup:
Have a great vacation Scout, enjoyed reading your reports...
-
Enjoy your vacation Scout... And Thanks for all your fish and condition reports.
BTW, would you mind recommending a nice golf resort down south either here or by p.m. ?
-
Going to try it off the beach tomorrow with my wheeler. Should be good to go, right?
-
There was quite a bit of snow on the ice this weekend and with the warming temps it might be pretty slushy out there. T-shirt weather Saturday afternoon.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4YK17Rkd/Screenshot-20190309-152445-Messages.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4YK17Rkd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mtnYGpzG/Screenshot-20190311-135634-Gallery.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mtnYGpzG)
-
Nice one Caliking, must have been about 24 inches?... unless you have a size 6 boot... haha.
-
Haha it was actually caught by my buddy walter the walleye whisperer. He put on a nice clinic this weekend to say the least. That was the big fish of the trip at 22 1/4".. i wear a 15 and am a pretty big fella so i make some fish that people would consider mounting look sub legal at times. ;D heard it was a fairly tough bite for a lot of people out there this weekend so we were fortunate to land on some active fish. The perch loved the uv perch #5 midday aswell. Good luck to those who get out to finish up the season and stay on top!
-
Shane always posts accurate and honest reports! Glad to see he’s on here as well as the Facebook pages.
-
Yes he does but he hasn’t been on iceshanty since last ice season
-
I'm sure he's probably " ghosting" pages just not posting
-
Shane always posts accurate and honest reports! Glad to see he’s on here as well as the Facebook pages.
Hes not on here. Some mod made the mistake of merging his old thread with the new oneida thread... :whistle: :whistle: @)
-
There are several locals that give accurate reports , whom I trust
Reeleyz , deadEyez and scout57 , slammy
There are more but these men I know personally
-
Snagger was the best by far for any and all information on Oneida Lake. Got chased off by the likes of several FB posters..
-
If you want snags reports just go to FB ,
-
How you been Fred
-
There are several locals that give accurate reports , whom I trust
Reeleyz , deadEyez and scout57
There are more but these men I know personally
I agree
-
Bobby what your work schedule, goon boy maybe coming up this weekend , plus big jimmy , polar bear , and big jerry are up now for the rest of the week
-
Snagger was the best by far for any and all information on Oneida Lake. Got chased off by the likes of several FB posters..
trust me no one could chase shane anywhere
I agree Reeleyz , deadEyez and scout57 are all very reliable along with KP sully and the legend himself Freddie who's forgotten more then most will ever know
-
Looks like I’ll be free the rest of the week after today.
-
Looks like I’ll be free the rest of the week after today.
Great
-
Deadeyez save me some
-
trust me no one could chase shane anywhere
I agree Reeleyz , deadEyez and scout57 are all very reliable along with KP sully and the legend himself Freddie who's forgotten more then most will ever know
Freddie would like to forget Release...but he just can’t shake him!!! :woot: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Hes not on here. Some mod made the mistake of merging his old thread with the new oneida thread... :whistle: :whistle: @)
FIX IT!!!😁
-
Snagger was the best by far for any and all information on Oneida Lake. Got chased off by the likes of several FB posters..
He bailed from here, went to FB with other members from here. His reports were good, no doubt.... but, most don’t know how he got to know the lake when he first starting fishing it. There’s a few “seasoned” fisherman on this site and lake who taught him well. Shane put his time in to learn more. He’s a friend and great fisherman. End of story!!!😎
-
heading back to camp for the last few days of eyes,can't believe the results for me, I fished 4or 5 days a week and caught 4 keeper eyes for the season so far. Seem like I tried everything that I used last year when I caught my limit many times, just don't understand whats changed. I used a camera most of February and watched the eyes come to my spoons or jig raps and tap them on the topside of the lure and swim away. I'll keep trying but,well its fishing not catching
-
Those fish knew who was top side and they didn’t want to take a ride up is all 👍🏻
-
Ya ,for hole season even now,screen full of fish and no takers
-
I can’t catch a walleye lately to save my life. The places I had been getting them have all dried up. Between Sat, yesterday and today I must have tried 20-25 spots. I got out last night and got a short and dozen perch. Went back this am and picked away at the perch. Lots of lookers but when a small group came thru I’d catch a fish or two then they’d be gone. They’d come and go every 10-15 mins. Ended up with 41 and a bonus eye. Awesome traveling with the sled this am as everything tightened up. The snow on top was a little slushy later in the day but not bad at all. I measured 16 inches of ice. As always be careful. Late ice can be unpredictable
Go Cuse!!!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDw6rmmT/39-D1-C206-2479-4130-BBD7-B5-AF698-DD1-CA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bDw6rmmT)
(https://i.postimg.cc/TK9bHfck/7-DAAFEBA-4982-4-D20-9-EA6-4-D6-EBBFEB1-E5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TK9bHfck)
-
Well sounds like a great day , I’ll gladly trade you 3 vac packed eyes for those 41 perch , 🤪
-
Also got out off beach all short eyes and a few perch i too would trade my perch for his getting soft on way in but not bad not sure about this east wind stuff!!
-
Good work Fishshack!!😎
-
Nice job fishshack!
-
Got out this evening and fished from 5-6:45. Fish were right where I left them on Friday. Caught 5 keeper eyes 2 shorts and dumped 5 more eyes. Also caught one big perch. It was a fun couple hours out there. The top was a touch soft on the way in but not bad at all.
-
Not a bad day yesterday
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDzD4TfL/IMG-3505.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDzD4TfL)
no eyes :(
-
Great job guys.
You are definitely on those eyes Bobby!
After 10 straight trips of walleye limits it has slowed down for me. No keepers in the past couple of trips.
-
(https://i.imgur.com/21CPYGxs.jpg)
Got back on Oneida yesterday and had a great afternoon. I fished from 2 until 6 and wound up landing 7 keeper eyes , 1 17" smallmouth , and a lone perch. Some of the eyes were in 24', and some were in under 20' of water to about about 17'.
Lots of uninterested fish, but there were enough takers to make it a great trip.
Top was a little soft with a few small slush spots, but the drag out and back in wasn't to bad for this old guy.
Great job on all the fish guy's.
(sorry about the small picture, ..I am using imgur and can't figure out how to get a bigger picture)
-
Steve, where is your machine??
-
Home here...not running >:(
-
Thanks Bruce!
Steve, anytime you need a lift out or back to shore shoot me a pm! Glad you found some biters 😁
-
I have not seen a gashole all year. Found these 2 this morning very close to each other. I added them to the list of coordinates on the 1st page of the gashole thread.
This is why I like running a sled! I didn’t see the first one until it was too late. I hit the gas a bit and rolled right over it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/phyxY3bx/49-A39499-46-F4-4788-B0-A6-AC69973797-C3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phyxY3bx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkXFWnwC/AA581-CF0-ABFA-42-D2-8-D56-38-DDAD83-D8-FA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkXFWnwC)
-
Yikes....that could wreck your day!! Close call reeleyz. I hit the perch hole this am and they were biting good early. They got stubborn late am . Got a limit and a bonus eye. Lost another eye at the hole. Beautiful spring day!!! Geese everywhere, nice and warm. Top was getting pretty wet and slushy on way in. Saw sleds and wheelers out. If we make it threw tomms warmth we have a nice little cold stretch coming.
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3Mvsyvz/3-F4-C5-E12-7-A5-C-4109-A58-A-0-B0-D87-EC3100.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3Mvsyvz)
-
Yikes....that could wreck your day!! Close call reeleyz
Wreck more than just a day!
I have a set of 13’ pontoons with two aluminum I beams overhead between them for lifting wheelers/sleds up thru the ice and a decent camera for locating and hooking them if anyone on Oneida finds a need for this PM me successfuly recoverd many sleds over the years
-
Damn Bruce! Glad you made out ok. That’s scary stuff.
Nice job fishshack!
I got out for couple hours midday today. One perch at the first spot then headed over to share some ice with pimple pounder, his son, and his father. Very nice meeting you Bill. Look forward to fishing with ya again man. Ride in was rough. Really slushy with the sled and my gear was buried in slush by the time I got to shore. Looking forward to some perch fishing next week.
-
Well I got my butt handed to me , got just enough perch for a good meal
Worst day ive had all season , hopefully next time will be better
-
Great job fishshack!
Fred there is still plenty of time to payback those little stripers! >:D
-
Great job fishshack!
Fred there is still plenty of time to payback those little stripers! >:D
Thanks Bruce , your right
-
got a imit today they inhaled it with eight yellows to boot not bad for the day!!!
-
Hey fred grab the waders for tomorrow shes pretty wet!!!
-
2 eyes and a handful perch today,it's been a hard season for me. Off to Florida for a couple of weeks
-
I had the same problem Freddy. Today was my worst day all year too. I had an area with fish and decided to get creative and try somewhere else, that was a bad idea, just one eye and one perch for the afternoon.
-
Deadeyez glad you could join us this AM nice sharing some ice with ya...ended the day with 130 perch and 5 of dropped eyes at the whole between my father son and a buddy of mine. That last eye I dropped was a slob my rap almost took my eye out great on the ice wife called me this afternoon to say hi said it was 73 in Rochester don't think it got close to that on the ice I never took my hood off
-
Go get em Billy!
-
Thanks Bruce!
Steve, anytime you need a lift out or back to shore shoot me a pm! Glad you found some biters 😁
Thanks for that offer Bobby DeadEyez...been fishing south shore.. I hope to get my sled situation worked out .
I fished for a few hours again yesterday..., much slower and all short fish .... super wet and sloppy walking in.
BTW, congrats Deadeyez on all the walleyes you have caught this season on Oneida !
Nice job on those perch fishshack,pp
-
Fished yesterday from 6:30-3:00 yesterday. Never had caught a keeper eye through the ice and tried my luck. Marked a ton of fish until about 8:00am and caught finally hooked up with an 18incher. The bite died down and I found a hot hole for about 30 minutes where I picked up 6 perch and 2 another 19" eye. Then it became a grind....Was a fun trip out there for only my second one and pretty rewarding none the less. I look forward to exploring more in the future! Top was really wet coming off and I can imagine its worse today. Cold nights coming up should keep the perch fisherman happy!
-
Great job guys.
You have got some cleaning to do PP!
-
I have not seen a gashole all year. Found these 2 this morning very close to each other. I added them to the list of coordinates on the 1st page of the gashole thread.
This is why I like running a sled! I didn’t see the first one until it was too late. I hit the gas a bit and rolled right over it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/phyxY3bx/49-A39499-46-F4-4788-B0-A6-AC69973797-C3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phyxY3bx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkXFWnwC/AA581-CF0-ABFA-42-D2-8-D56-38-DDAD83-D8-FA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkXFWnwC)
Glad you did not get stuck or wet reeleyz !
That would have messed up an amazing season you have had...limit after limit after limit !
Thanks for posting the pics and info. on those gas holes.
-
(http://i.imgur.com/21CPYGx.jpg) (https://imgur.com/21CPYGx)
lots of issues with my laptop and also posting pictures...this is a test with a picture from Wed.
First post of this same picture yesterday was to tiny and does not enlarge when clicked on..Now this post same picture is to big...I give up ....using imgur tried everything... can anybody using imgur let me know how do get a normal sized picture onto ice shanty ?
-
It's not bad choo choo..nice and clear nice super you got there..I use my phone all the time so it's nice on here..👍👍
-
Looks good choo choo. :thumbsup:
-
Great picture and limit Choo Choo. I was out Wednesday from 11 am until dark. Nice day but could not find hungry willing fish.
If folks are out today and having trouble finding active eyes you might want to try shallower water. 17 to 24 ft is where I should have focused instead of the 28 to 34 ft range. People I talked to reported better luck shallow.
I am done for this season. Good luck.
-
Nice work on the fish fellas!! Good luck to anybody who gets out for the last hurrah on the eyes today!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZYM9KLg/9283-D68-E-02-E1-4-E3-B-812-B-4-D7330-EC481-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZYM9KLg)
Could use a spot for walleye instead of perch.
-
Great job everyone
I fished a new area today and found some tanker perch , hope the hold for another go tomorrow
-
You’ve had a couple slow days Freddie....they’ll pay if they show up tomorrow! 😈 See you in the morning!
-
Was gonna chase eyes this morning cause the fat lady was singing but with the perch bite we had I went back again we found and we got on them ended the day with another 100 plus fish some real slobs travel was very good
(https://i.postimg.cc/ppSpnTLs/0315190809.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppSpnTLs)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsrZJbpG/0315190809a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsrZJbpG)
-
Great job pounder
-
Good work PP!!!!🎣🕳
-
Great job pounder
x2
-
Great pics and reports everyone! It has been a great season.
Thanks Steve!
Fred glad you found some jumbos! Give em hell tomorrow
-
Nice work on the perch guys!!! :tipup:
-
Thanks for the comments Big Guy , reeleyz and big buck
I had a nice last day to the walleye season...2 shorts, 2 nice keepers, and 2 lost on the way up with the pressure on for that third fish. Oh well, better than catching one or none. Not a lot of marks, and very moody fish that hit super light. beautiful weather.
I fished from 2 to about dark south shore again. Caught a keeper at 2:30 and did not land my second keeper until maybe close to six. Started in 17 fow, made 2 moves searching with nada, then ended the season back in Wednesdays holes in 17fow gentle slope.
(https://i.imgur.com/oG6bW7Nb.jpg)
Looking forward to May .....and next Eye ice season !
-
pimp I like your family pictures man ^5 nice pictures ..... remember what teddy Roosevelt said walk softly and carry a heavy spud!!! I found a gas hole on a small lake I was fishing .... be safe have fun fill the freezors
-
Nice job Steve!!
-
I want to say thanks to the guys who sent me PMs 👍🏻, well I did get lucky and find these late
(https://i.postimg.cc/8sYVz2ZS/8-FA998-B2-C82-B-4-A06-8-B08-BC968-B11-C8-EC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8sYVz2ZS)
(https://i.postimg.cc/06VBHS3s/AAA8-FABC-2-AB4-4-FC2-A7-A3-120-AFDBA8-CFC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06VBHS3s)
-
Good work guys! The high winds kept me from putting a dent in the perch population this morning! 😈 See what tomorrow brings....
-
Nice Fred!! Those look delicious
-
Only trip out wasn't great but didnt go home empty handed either. Went from 7am -2pm out of Lewis. Started in 17' and didnt mark a fish but every other move out to 28' marked and caught fish. Same story as others - a ton of lookers and few biters. Ended up with one keeper Waldo and a couple 10" perch. Nice day and was set up before the one rain shower passed through. Lots of water on top but measured 16" of ice half white half black.
-
Nice job guys.
At least it’s back below freezing now.
I am curious to see how much the water comes up this week. I am hoping to grab another perch dinner or two...
-
Nice job guys
I am curious to see how much the water comes up this week. I am hoping to grab another perch dinner or two...
Me 2 🎣🕳
-
You guys actually keep those nasty perch????😁
-
🤔 I’ll trade you a limit of eyes for a limit of perch 👍🏻
-
Gotta admit...I’’d rather clean a limit of eyes than a limit of perch. But I think perch taste better
-
wind sucked I tried to fish small water with trees sheltering me ....not my best day :(
-
🤔 I’ll trade you a limit of eyes for a limit of perch 👍🏻
You and Trapper tried that one years ago.... nice try!😜
-
I never met a perch I didn’t like!!!😁
-
wind sucked I tried to fish small water with trees sheltering me ....not my best day :(
its always fun hanging bobbers in trees Trap!! Those are always my best and fun days. You bring the coffee!😁
-
that we can do my friend :thumbsup:
-
Gunna try for some perch Monday was just wondering on the ice conditions any info would be great thank
-
🤔 I’ll trade you a limit of eyes for a limit of perch 👍🏻
I trade you my spot for yours next season!
-
I trade you my spot for yours next season!
Sure thing , if your not a fish eater your all set
-
Thanks Bobby Deady and guy's..... I was happy to get into some fish the last 3 days of the season.
I only got out walking on Oneida 6 times or so, and did not have the best of luck there this season ,no big numbers,... but did get to fish some bays & have 2 ice "pb'S"; a giant blue gill and a real big smallmouth bass that Oneida gave me.
I got this picture thing worked out and wanted to share them in normal size,lol....the pictures can be clicked on to enlarge.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QVkCPL33/0313191806b.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QVkCPL33)
last day
(https://i.postimg.cc/RNFs8BH6/P1010435.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RNFs8BH6)
last rays..last day...clouds rolling in
(https://i.postimg.cc/Vr8ZH0qm/0315191723a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vr8ZH0qm)
-
Sure thing , if your not a fish eater your all set
Seems like you caught a lot this year Fred....and you will be hammering them over the next 3 weeks I am sure!
-
Now that the ribbon clerks and trophy hunters are done for the year time to get down to some serious perch fishing!
-
Got out for a few hrs this morning cut holes from 12' to 34' marked very few fish no takers just pushers. Ice is in great shape 16" some spots in deeper water 8" white 8" black shallower water 12" black 4" white. Ice is tight and just enough snow for the sled didn't see any candeling. The wind can stop blowing anytime.
-
Nice ice report XC 600. Too bad the stripers didn't cooperate.
-
Thank you for the report XC600
-
Gunna try for some perch Monday was just wondering on the ice conditions any info would be great thank
Was out of Williams Beach 3/16 and 3/17. Ice is rock solid. Shoreline is good too. Crossed the crack with no issues. You should be fine Monday with the usual caution
-
Thanx for the info king
-
12 perch .....not a lot of action but it's good we still have good ice :thumbsup:
-
Thx for the reports guys....was going to get out today but had to plow. Thinking of trying tomm or Tue. Will report if I get out
-
12 perch .....not a lot of action but it's good we still have good ice :thumbsup:
Good job trapper2000
-
Good luck if you go fishshack
I plan on walking out of Constantia Tuesday...anybody have an ice condition and shoreline ,pressure crack report in that area ?
-
ty choo choo liked your pictures too
-
Walked from Mill St via north side of grassy....14" were I was.. the bite was slow & the wind was whipping. I didn't see anything out of the ordinary...good luck
-
thanks for the reply hrdcore.
-
Yup
-
Hey fishshack. Where were you plowing.
-
Hey fishshack. Where were you plowing.
. Camillus and Syracuse areas. They got a few inches of fluffy lake effect last night
-
12 perch .....not a lot of action but it's good we still have good ice :thumbsup:
Good work Trap!!
-
Fished south shore by William park today in 12 to 14 feet. Had to keep moving around to find active perch. Got my first burbot on the jigging rod, so cool. Heck of a fight, released it so someone else can enjoy it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kVGXxphT/20190317-135331.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVGXxphT)
-
march 18th and we still have great ice .......i'm grooving ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfuNZ5KyXsc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfuNZ5KyXsc)
-
Went out yesterday morning. Ice was 16" hard and clear. Bounced around 6 spots till I got in em. Hardly a soul out there. Lost a huge burbot at the hole, monster perch caught up in vex cable. And a few others. Still was fun. Snowmobile ride was great. Wind brutal. Creeks are running strong and some shore pulling away but ice at ramp where I was was good and ice getting in at apps was good went there for bait in the morning. Good luck I would love to be there again today! Thanks pimple pounder!
-
Cleaned our fish over the weekend and half way thru them my dad wanted a pic I think little pounder had the lunker of the bunch
(https://i.postimg.cc/DSnZDQ7L/0317191323.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DSnZDQ7L)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8j8sdQ3y/0317191430a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8j8sdQ3y)
-
Good eats PP and crew!!!! Looks like some tanks there Mr Jitterbugger!! Way to put the screws to em!!
-
That's a good day! Well done!
-
I got out this am for a few hours. Got about 2 inches of fluffy snow overnight. Last weeks slop on top tightened up nicely. I measured 16 inches of ice. It looked like 5/6 was white and the remainder nice black ice. I was marking fish pretty steady but they were a bit more fussy than they were last week. Ended up with enough for dinner
(https://i.postimg.cc/HcYGnhny/0-C3-AF200-C079-496-D-9284-EBE90-CCE3285.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HcYGnhny)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MfHhbfyZ/F825-F721-C0-BE-4333-8-DA8-1-AFB21109-ED2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MfHhbfyZ)
-
Way to go pounder and crew! 💪🏻
Nice job fishshack 👍🏻
-
Well got skunked again hopefully have better luck next season can’t wait
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ/thumbnailperch1111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ/thumbnailperch1111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ)
-
why no pictures posting?
-
Pics are up Trap. Nice bucket!!
-
i can't see it thats crazy
-
I don’t see any pics either
-
"Looked so nice he showed it twice". Looked like some Perch eyes are missing!
-
Looked like some Perch eyes are missing!
Donated to science!! :woot: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Trap no pics I can see bro but I'll take the other guys words on it....Nice fish
-
why no pictures posting?
I can see the same picture twice on my computer trap....some nice perch in that pail.
BTW, do not ask me for help posting pictures LOL.
-
I see it x2
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ/thumbnailperch1111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/H8ttwNRZ)
Why did you photo shop the bucket ???
-
Might not be a bucket? Looks like a great idea... did you drill an ice bucket into the deep ice?
-
yes there was some eyes missing ;D was a fun day once I found the stupid ones......i'm betting lot of fish will be spawning under the ice this year
-
Nice load of fish there Trapper. Hey if your freezer is running out of room give me a call. Mine has room. :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
I was going to tell big guy where to go but I don't think he's ever pulled a fish that big threw the ice ..... :roflmao:
AL pm being sent buddy
-
I was going to tell big guy where to go but I don't think he's ever pulled a fish that big threw the ice ..... :roflmao:
AL pm being sent buddy
good one LMAO :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCVYx0Ft/4770954675851.gif) (https://postimg.cc/PCVYx0Ft)
Nice perch trapper
-
Well got skunked again hopefully have better luck next season can’t wait
I walked out sat on a bucket off north shore last night for last three hrs before dark lost a good 1/2 doz half way up just couldn't get any top side. ice was 16" and 1-2" of crusty snow on top easy walk out.
-
I did the midday shift for perch 10-3 today. Absolutely amazing weather and enough fish to keep me busy. Almost nobody out there today either, unreal.
(https://i.postimg.cc/s1CwJdjp/7-ACAAC23-A573-4-A5-B-882-D-A2-F53-AB4-E10-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1CwJdjp)
-
How is the shore ice holding up? I was hoping to get out on Friday maybe out of Williams beach?
-
How is the shore ice holding up? I was hoping to get out on Friday maybe out of Williams beach?
The shore ice is good still.
The main ice was rock solid. The snow hadn’t even melted off and my holes were skimming over when I left.
-
I took a break from perch and fished for these things
(https://i.postimg.cc/RWxxhpBd/3-E6857-F4-D513-4-D9-D-911-E-42-E73-A8-D4791.png) (https://postimg.cc/RWxxhpBd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/nXQyLPnh/462-D79-A2-AF1-C-4163-8-C70-9-D9-E3036-CD3-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nXQyLPnh)
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxjcmZcH/AA8-C6-CBC-B04-E-41-DF-940-E-F35-AA8-FA0-EAC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxjcmZcH)
-
Nice forkies Fred.
I love your mat!
-
Beautiful day out there today :thumbsup:
(https://i.postimg.cc/ctvSB4GQ/IMG-3524.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ctvSB4GQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYCSPgw9/IMG-3527.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYCSPgw9)
the burbot went back to play another day ;)
-
Nice forkies Fred.
I love your mat!
Thanks Bruce it’s more for slipping, so I don’t have to wear my creepers, goon boy gave it to me when I was at LG
-
now fred in great detail tell us your favorite recipe for those lakers ....no matter what I do they taste awful :roflmao:
and just so everyone knows Freddie can catch lakers while talking about perch on the cell phone !!!!
-
I had the ol buzzard on the phone today.... he was catching lakers, talking about perch, picking on Releases cat, yelling at me because I work too much, said he talked to Trap, told me about yesterday’s adventures and was drinking his hot tea all at once!!! 😂 multi tasking while the rod next to him was begging to be picked up to set the hook to reel up another fish!!!😜 he is the most interesting man in the world!!!😎
Good work on the catches guys!!!!😎
-
It was beautiful out there today. I did the midday shift as well. I marked a ton of fish but could only manage 4 perch. Couple of them were hogs. Just couldn’t get them to go.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQG98cNQ/EF376-C0-D-3-B17-4490-9491-6-A661-BE5-D2-BB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQG98cNQ)
-
"Looked so nice he showed it twice". Looked like some Perch eyes are missing!
Why would anyone remove an eye from a perch? ;D
-
Nice work everyone ,
Bobby that perch is a tank 👍🏻
-
It was beautiful out there today. I did the midday shift as well. I marked a ton of fish but could only manage 4 perch. Couple of them were hogs. Just couldn’t get them to go.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQG98cNQ/EF376-C0-D-3-B17-4490-9491-6-A661-BE5-D2-BB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQG98cNQ)
oh those are breeders hope ya let them go !!!!! :roflmao: hogs man
and KP you do work to much
-
Those are some nice perch Bobby.
-
13 1/2 inches...... :o
Way to go..
-
The last 2 afternoons have been very good to me. 27 on Monday and 42 yesterday. A lot of real big fish best of the year. Weather was almost perfect. Travel on the ice is excellent for everybody took the chains off for the year. 13 inches of real solid ice. Went off the south shore not many fishing this week. Probably get out again this afternoon one more time before the weather take a turn for the worse. Some real cold nights coming hope for a few more days next week. Rain for tomorrow with snow and wind on Friday. Have to see what develops.
-
Nice work on the perch guys...and the lakers Fred. Doesn’t seem right ice fishing in this type of warm weather. But I’m not complaining ;)
-
oh we have had some cold weather to keep this ice and my heat bills reflect that fact ......get out there and enjoy it :)
-
Why would anyone remove an eye from a perch? ;D
I could swear somebodys popping out their eyes and throwing them back. The come by my jig but obviously cant see it! :o
-
I don't thump the perch before I rip his eye out either ...I believe when they cry it draws in more perch coming to help him
-
I don't thump the perch before I rip his eye out either ...I believe when they cry it draws in more perch coming to help him
That is the wisest thing I have heard all day. You are a true genius.
Keep these great tidbits coming.
When our generation dies out all this wisdom will be lost unless we get it posted in cyberspace.
-
Nice job on all those perch elrod and everyone posting.
I was up at my camper in Mexico for 2 days and got some decent perch on Oneida yesterday. No big schools, just onesy's and twosy's.
enough for a few meals.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fBYjBW0/0206191419a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fBYjBW0)
If anyone is interested, also fished the Salmon River and had some decent steelhead action.....they are still not fighting that great, a little sluggish due to the cold water , but still fun.
-
The shore ice is good still.
The main ice was rock solid. The snow hadn’t even melted off and my holes were skimming over when I left.
Yes, like Bruce reeleyez said here...shore ice is still very good ...just a few tiny little melted shore spots I saw, mainly near small creeks and drainage areas.
Also noticed that Scriba creek was now completely open and ice free from the dam above the hatchery, all the way down to the lake.
-
Great day to take a vacation day, was beautiful out there today. Measured 16" of ice, top was getting a bit soft on way off. Fishing......well humbling today. Caught 3 perch and a pin. Guys I talked to also struggled but enjoyed the weather. Good job on perch Choo Choo!!
-
Nice job choo choo! I was out today. Fishing was slow but enjoyed fishing with pimple pounder and his crew! Always a fun time Bill 🤙🏻
-
Glad ice is still holding. Has anyone been out by Frenchman today ? Wondering if ice is still good for a wheeler there . Enjoy the weather and ice fellow Fisher people.
-
I was out this afternoon as well. I ended up catching over 20 perch and kept a baker’s dozen.
I got to fish with a few friends that I have not seen in quite a while. Lots of laughs.
This weather is great other than the sunburn! ;D
-
Good job all ,
I managed 3 lakers on and landed 1 they were pretty dull acting
But no skunk 👍🏻Got there early wish I had my camera phone doesn’t do the moon justice
(https://i.postimg.cc/N2KVLtnL/03371274-FF42-4159-9-B44-F9-EB6-FE07382.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N2KVLtnL)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CNjWm7P/5-F9-E9868-3958-488-F-BB97-CCC1987217-FB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CNjWm7P)
-
Good work Freddie! 😎
Hey Snoop... those fish will pay at some point. I’m certain!!😈
-
Good work Freddie! 😎
Hey Snoop... those fish will pay at some point. I’m certain!!😈
-
Great day to take a vacation day, was beautiful out there today. Measured 16" of ice, top was getting a bit soft on way off.
Thanks icecutter and Deadeyez.....Any day out on the ice is better than a day at work !..especially when the weather cooperates.
I hope you both slam them perch next time out !
Good job reeleyez and Fred...cool moon shot !
-
Nice job on the stripers Bruce!!😎
-
KP....miss your reports....any fish action lately ?
-
A couple of questions for you guy's
How much snow is forecast for the Oneida area in the next week?
Was wondering if you think there was a larger than normal shad kill due to the cold late fall and long & thick ice season ?
I don't remember reading this year about guys seeing those zombie, dying shad in there holes or frozen in the early ice.
Any thoughts or shad observations ?
-
Last week was feast today was famine lots of moves marked bunch if fish but tight lipped awesome day out there weather and great company good to fish with u again Deadeyez and always appreciate a day on with my dad and buddies we left the ice with 30 fish
-
A couple of questions for you guy's
How much snow is forecast for the Oneida area in the next week?
Was wondering if you think there was a larger than normal shad kill due to the cold late fall and long & thick ice season ?
I don't remember reading this year about guys seeing those zombie, dying shad in there holes or frozen in the early ice.
Any thoughts or shad observations ?
I don’t think we are going to get much snow. Maybe a few inches. It would be good to help protect the ice though.
As far as shad go, I think there was a good die off this fall. One interesting thing is that the lake temperature gets colder when there is no ice in the winter. Those times when the air temp is cold but the wind keeps the lake open keeps the overall temp lower than when it is covered in ice. The wind and waves are like a mixer keeping the temps down. This is per Cornell.
So in theory the years when the lake takes a while to freeze, more shad die. December was fairly cold too.
-
KP....miss your reports....any fish action lately ?
Been really busy Steve. I haven’t been out in 3 weeks. Looking to get out this Saturday. Going to get Josh’s bassboat out of storage this week. Big snow pile in front of the storage building doors kept us from getting it last weekend.
-
I heard 10_12 inches Friday night into saterday
-
I don’t think we are going to get much snow. Maybe a few inches. It would be good to help protect the ice though.
As far as shad go, I think there was a good die off this fall. One interesting thing is that the lake temperature gets colder when there is no ice in the winter. Those times when the air temp is cold but the wind keeps the lake open keeps the overall temp lower than when it is covered in ice. The wind and waves are like a mixer keeping the temps down. This is per Cornell.
So in theory the years when the lake takes a while to freeze, more shad die. December was fairly cold too.
Very interesting Bruce reeleyz. So a season where the skim ice forms vey early, never thaws or breaks up, and the lake stays ice covered for a long time, is actually beneficial to the shad population in the lake. Completely opposite of what I thought was the case in a shallow lake.
Thanks for the reply reeleyz.
Been really busy Steve. I haven’t been out in 3 weeks. Looking to get out this Saturday. Going to get Josh’s bassboat out of storage this week. Big snow pile in front of the storage building doors kept us from getting it last weekend.
Oh, ok . "real busy" pays the bills, and buy's new toys . Good luck if you go this week end.
-
If a lake freezes up quickly the most dense water will sink to the bottom and stay there and take a long time to cool off. Fresh water is most dense at 39 degrees. Like Bruce said, high winds and frequent break ups can cause the water to mix and get much cooler than 39, since Oneida is relatively shallow it can mix all the way through with a good wind and cause it to cool all the way through the column so there is no safe haven for the shad.
I think I have ice fished my last time this year, I started getting the boat ready and hope to be on one of the finger lakes this weekend. Good luck and stay safe.
-
had fun little mix bag fishing ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/MXg63yCq/thumbnailmix1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MXg63yCq)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mcdRYM3x/thumbnailmix.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcdRYM3x)
-
Nice batch there Trapper. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
Nice catch Trap!
-
Nice work Trapp!!
-
Got out this morning in the light rain. Fish bit like crazy for the first couple of hours then disappeared for the most part. Spent the next two hours with hardly any fish marked and the ones that were there wouldn't bite. Measured 13 inches of ice but its deteriorating fast. Lots of cracks showing up and some standing water on the way out. Might be the last outing for me I don't like to push my luck. Put lots of fish in the freezer this week looking for the weather to warm up now I've had enough of winter. Good luck to all and be safe.
-
I got the kid off the bus and we zipped out for a few hours until the steady rain started.
The shore where I get on is toast but there are still plenty of okay spots to get on. We just need it to freeze soon. The top layer is chewy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8/592154-F6-3463-4-F20-8-BCA-0-D036-DC152-EF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8)
-
If a lake freezes up quickly the most dense water will sink to the bottom and stay there and take a long time to cool off. Fresh water is most dense at 39 degrees. Like Bruce said, high winds and frequent break ups can cause the water to mix and get much cooler than 39, since Oneida is relatively shallow it can mix all the way through with a good wind and cause it to cool all the way through the column so there is no safe haven for the shad.
I think I have ice fished my last time this year, I started getting the boat ready and hope to be on one of the finger lakes this weekend. Good luck and stay safe.
Great explanation slamboney, makes sense .
Good luck on your open water season !
-
I got the kid off the bus and we zipped out for a few hours until the steady rain started.
The shore where I get on is toast but there are still plenty of okay spots to get on. We just need it to freeze soon. The top layer is chewy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8/592154-F6-3463-4-F20-8-BCA-0-D036-DC152-EF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8)
Great picture, cute kid, good job on the fish too.
Nice mess of fish trapper.
-
I got the kid off the bus and we zipped out for a few hours until the steady rain started.
The shore where I get on is toast but there are still plenty of okay spots to get on. We just need it to freeze soon. The top layer is chewy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8/592154-F6-3463-4-F20-8-BCA-0-D036-DC152-EF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJKyKwT8)
suck it up buddy your fishing partner will grow up before you know it ....great job
-
Nice job on the stripers Guys
-
Good job guys!!
-
Bruce great afternoon like to see kids getting on them good job
-
Nice job Bruce and little Reeleyez 👍🏻
-
Thanks guys.
-
thanks for the report and nice catch!
-
I hope you guys don't mind me adding the flyer for the 2019 Wildwood Sports Center Spring Sportsmen's Flea Market again this year. Come by if you can.
It's still aways off, maybe the ice will be gone and you all could make it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvhrTRFR/2019-Wildwood-Sports-Center-Spring-Sportsmen-s-Flea-Market.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvhrTRFR)
-
Also here is a look at the DEC electroshocking rainbow trout in Catherine's Creek in Naples, NY. NICE Fish too! Be sure to watch the video as well as read the story.
Good luck fishin'! ><{{{{;> .. ... . . .. <---- Egg Sacs Lol ::)
https://expo.newyorkupstate.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/03/52dfbae976e54/rite-of-spring-dec-electroshocks-trout-on-finger-lake-tributary-video.html
-
I hope you guys don't mind me adding the flyer for the 2019 Wildwood Sports Center Spring Sportsmen's Flea Market again this year. Come by if you can.
It's still aways off, maybe the ice will be gone and you all could make it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvhrTRFR/2019-Wildwood-Sports-Center-Spring-Sportsmen-s-Flea-Market.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvhrTRFR)
Thanks for the info Dug. I was wondering when it was. Mabe I'll see you up there again this year. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
It’s finally switched over to snow here. Hopefully that will stop the bleeding. I wouldn’t mind one more trip. If not, it’s been an awesome ice season anyway.
-
I agree Bruce ,
Doug I hope to make it give me a reminder thanks
-
It’s finally switched over to snow here. Hopefully that will stop the bleeding. I wouldn’t mind one more trip. If not, it’s been an awesome ice season anyway.
Got minnows tonight. Put a couple more gallons in the sled and shore looks great at my folks so it looks like the a.m. going to brave the winds and hopefully find perch. Anyone have any depths to search last weekend was a bust.
-
Got minnows tonight. Put a couple more gallons in the sled and shore looks great at my folks so it looks like the a.m. going to brave the winds and hopefully find perch. Anyone have any depths to search last weekend was a bust.
Are you on the north shore? I looked at Williams Beach on the shore and the ice was good there, but I'm looking to fish the north shore tomorrow in the hopes the wind might be a little less severe if stay close to some of the high shoreline areas.
-
Are you on the north shore? I looked at Williams Beach on the shore and the ice was good there, but I'm looking to fish the north shore tomorrow in the hopes the wind might be a little less severe if stay close to some of the high shoreline areas.
Yes I go out of Bernhards bay north shore at my parents house. Shore was good and walked out on ice.
-
Yes I go out of Bernhards bay north shore at my parents house. Shore was good and walked out on ice.
I got some in 28’ a little East of you a few days ago. Also been getting them in 38’.
Good luck.
-
I’ve got them not far from your stomping grounds 20-39’
-
Yes I go out of Bernhards bay north shore at my parents house. Shore was good and walked out on ice.
Thanks!
-
Watch out for candling ice out there with all the warm up lately. I'm done for the year.
-
Thanks for input Freddy and Bruce. Now to battle the winds. Sunday looks like it's going to be a great day to chase around for the most part.
-
Will do Freddie, hope to see you there.
I used to fish the North shore alot. Good perch fishin'... :icefish:
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz0gBmrM/20190203-110915.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz0gBmrM)
I had a decent perch season here for the few trips I made...How's mill st access doing with the creek there? It was tight st Patty's day. Thanks for this seasons reports guys
-
been a great season I think we all did well
-
x2
-
Hey it’s not over yet 😎
-
if we make april first which I know we will we will have been on ice fishing 5 different months this year ;D
-
Once I fished till April 15th reason I stopped , trout fishing was on
-
Pulled 6 perch this morning. Couldn't find them. Very windy. Ice was great this morning. When I came in at 1:30 shoreline was getting bad quick. Taft bay still looks good and the shore at my parents will be tightened up to get on in a.m.. not worried about getting back in that is what your throttle is for a little water cross action never hurt no one. That ice in the middle is still very good ice. Gonna be a good day to chase around a little bit looking at the forecast.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4nHD07wW/IMG-20190323-092547917.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4nHD07wW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXxdqrrD/IMG-20190323-143310450-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXxdqrrD)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9Rkj7yb7/IMG-20190323-181728643-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9Rkj7yb7)
-
That shore ice looks good.
Today there is 10’ of open water where I got on Thursday. :o
-
Hardcore here's a pic looking at mill st and scribe creek from my camp
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z9YjQLfn/0323191626.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z9YjQLfn)
-
That picture says it all PP.
-
That shore ice looks good.
Today there is 10’ of open water where I got on Thursday. :o
I know. It took a beating today. It was cold out with that wind today I couldn't believe the loss on the shoreline. I was very happy seeing it firm up late day.
-
Last ice report for me. I'm done.
Went out of Jewell early. Ice was good there. Little open water near shore, but no problem getting on. Took my snowmobile out without any issues getting on the ice.
Next I went to Constantia (Mill Street) around noon. Took the snowmobile out off the west side of the point and it was pretty slushy. Went about 300 yards out and the ice was soft and slushy-didn't like the look or feel so I came back in. Even chopping down 3-4" with the spud the ice seemed soft.
Finished the day at Williams and took the machine out again. Ice was still good there, shoreline was also good but it's deteriorating by the day. Didn't seem nearly as good there today as last weekend or even last Wednesday.
Was great season. Stay safe everybody.
-
Hardcore here's a pic looking at mill st and scribe creek from my camp
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z9YjQLfn/0323191626.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z9Yj
QLfn)
Thanks for the info P.P.
I think I'm done for the year..
-
Well calling it a season over for me everyone stay safe out there
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVP7WcXb/20190324-081250.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVP7WcXb)
-
Last ice report for me. I'm done.
Went out of Jewell early. Ice was good there. Little open water near shore, but no problem getting on. Took my snowmobile out without any issues getting on the ice.
Next I went to Constantia (Mill Street) around noon. Took the snowmobile out off the west side of the point and it was pretty slushy. Went about 300 yards out and the ice was soft and slushy-didn't like the look or feel so I came back in. Even chopping down 3-4" with the spud the ice seemed soft.
Finished the day at Williams and took the machine out again. Ice was still good there, shoreline was also good but it's deteriorating by the day. Didn't seem nearly as good there today as last weekend or even last Wednesday.
Was great season. Stay safe everybody.
Thanks for your reports kingfisher22...very helpful as usual this season.
I will be sure to give you a wave and "hello" when I see your unmistakable,awesome Kingfisher 22' boat prowling around the Oneida shoreline and shoals this season .
Have a great open water season on those perch, wally's and smallies .
-
Got out this morning had the whole bay to myself for a while when I say by myself that includes active fish. Ice was 14" half white, half black that is beginning to candle. Shore is good where I get on. Couldn't get to my spot because a crack opened up. Ice is starting to move some, top was tight.
-
Thanks for the heads up everyone
This time of year the temps can be cold but between the long sunny days and wind it does do a number on the ice
-
Thanks for your reports kingfisher22...very helpful as usual this season.
I will be sure to give you a wave and "hello" when I see your unmistakable,awesome Kingfisher 22' boat prowling around the Oneida shoreline and shoals this season .
Have a great open water season on those perch, wally's and smallies .
Please do. Pull right up and introduce yourself. I'm sure I'll have the look of disgust/**censored** at first, but I'll get over it. ;D
It's always nice to put names with faces.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkrwgkH4/ab111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkrwgkH4)
couldnt stay long but had fun
-
Nice job trap squeezing out a few late season perch. Nice day the sap is even running a little.
-
Fished out of williams park today. Shore line was good going out and coming in, easy walking. Morning bite was descent. Keep 19 perch 9 to 11 inches. Bright sun all day but still cold.
-
if you go out be careful around the cracks ...
-
Please do. Pull right up and introduce yourself. I'm sure I'll have the look of disgust/**censored** at first, but I'll get over it. ;D
It's always nice to put names with faces.
I have seen you out there on the water several times over the years....I will pull up close and say hi next time for sure @)
-
Nice job on the striped perch trap and grub.
BTW all...I did not see many posts about east end guy's getting into the white perch very much this season.
-
I fished to the East a few times and never caught a white perch this year. I think Fred finally put a dent in the population. ;D
-
I didn't see a white perch caught this year on the east end. I know alot of "Uticans" put a dent in the population in the spring in the canal ;D
-
I had some luck today , managed enough for a couple mealsb
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBfTrkJz/C547-DBCC-AD8-C-4551-9-A9-D-B562-CB702346.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBfTrkJz)
-
those two hens look like real pigs good job ole boy
-
Anyone see this
http://http://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2019/03/dec-weighs-options-for-ridding-skaneateles-lake-of-illegally-stocked-walleye.html
-
Nice looking perch Fred.
-
Anyone see this
http://http://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2019/03/dec-weighs-options-for-ridding-skaneateles-lake-of-illegally-stocked-walleye.html
Quite interesting Fred. If they truly want to remove them, than a no season, no size, no limit would put a dent in them. Don't know much about that Lake, but I would think that they should be able to hone in on the spawning streams (like the South end of Conesus Lake) and a good DEC netting project for the prime spawning week should greatly reduce any present year class fish? Of course I got to believe that Walleye fry should be good forage for those trout.
-
There is a western state that has this problem , maybe they should look at what they are doing , only thing I can remember ther is no limit or size limit and kill them all
-
It seems almost impossible to get rid of them entirely.
-
It seems almost impossible to get rid of them entirely.
Agreed , Bruce maybe we should go and see if we can help them out 😉
-
I got out this afternoon for my first trip in a few weeks. Pretty easy drag out there but had a hard time finding biters. Ended up grabbing a half dozen decent ones for a meal.
Also stopped at Apps and they were closed and then East Shore and they had a 30% off everything going out of business sale. It’s a shame but that is a hard business to keep going.
Beautiful walk off.
(https://i.postimg.cc/S2WsMR7G/45-FE5940-F0-CE-4-F47-965-B-3-F60-ABDDE58-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/S2WsMR7G)
-
I fished to the East a few times and never caught a white perch this year. I think Fred finally put a dent in the population. ;D
That is funny lol.
I never caught one or saw one caught either....but only fished down east a few times.
nice picture chowdaire.
-
Anyone see this
http://http://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2019/03/dec-weighs-options-for-ridding-skaneateles-lake-of-illegally-stocked-walleye.html
Yea last year my buddy who fishes skinny all the time and caught several keeper walleye...first year he did so.
-
Agreed , Bruce maybe we should go and see if we can help them out 😉
Count me in! I’m calling shotgun 😂
-
Much shorter drive for me to skinny than it is to Oneida. I’m hoping they take off in there lol
-
They might as well hang up any Idea if getting the eyes out of SL. And accept them. Will be impossible to eradicate them and the population will explode as long as those fat trout last, they will grow fast off them. Look at Oneida, think 25 % of legal eyes are removed each year and each year the bound right back. That is along with heavy fishing.. So if and a big if, 50% are removed by a year round season and a little netting, there are still a lot of mature eyes to well populate the lake. Very few will argue that it is a great trade off if you eat fish...
-
remember the big bass die off in 2007???? guess we know how VHS got in the lake .......right with a bucket of walleyes....
-
Quite interesting Fred. If they truly want to remove them, than a no season, no size, no limit would put a dent in them. Don't know much about that Lake, but I would think that they should be able to hone in on the spawning streams (like the South end of Conesus Lake) and a good DEC netting project for the prime spawning week should greatly reduce any present year class fish? Of course I got to believe that Walleye fry should be good forage for those trout.
I spend a bit of time on the lake and I've caught a grand total of 1 while fishing for perch and smallies from 0-60' deep. Haven't seen any others up shallow or found any floaters either. They could be out suspended and the trout trollers are catching them but dragging a bunch of stuff in typical eye areas hasn't yielded limit catches on my end. The one I caught hit a drop shot in 20' while perch fishing last May. It tasted very good that evening. I've also caught 3 pickerel, 1 small tiger and a couple largemouth bass over the years.
-
Count me in! I’m calling shotgun 😂
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS/7-BCA6-FE5-3154-4246-A02-F-F62-F7-FACA843.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS)Snoop, your driving, I’m calling shotgun!😜. LAID BACK!!😎
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS/7-BCA6-FE5-3154-4246-A02-F-F62-F7-FACA843.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS)Snoop, your driving, I’m calling shotgun!😜. LAID BACK!!😎
:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS/7-BCA6-FE5-3154-4246-A02-F-F62-F7-FACA843.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JHDcP2SS)Snoop, your driving, I’m calling shotgun!😜. LAID BACK!!😎
:afro: :woot: 😂
-
I spend a bit of time on the lake and I've caught a grand total of 1 while fishing for perch and smallies from 0-60' deep. Haven't seen any others up shallow or found any floaters either. They could be out suspended and the trout trollers are catching them but dragging a bunch of stuff in typical eye areas hasn't yielded limit catches on my end. The one I caught hit a drop shot in 20' while perch fishing last May. It tasted very good that evening. I've also caught 3 pickerel, 1 small tiger and a couple largemouth bass over the years.
I have to agree with you mcully I fish skinny and I never actually caught a eye but I know people that have ,I don't think there is a booming population that's for sure .... just stock older rainbows ....funny nobody thought of that
-
Anyone see this
http://http://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2019/03/dec-weighs-options-for-ridding-skaneateles-lake-of-illegally-stocked-walleye.html
They tried to get the walleyes out of Chautauqua years back because they said they were hurting the musky population. They lowered the size limit to 12" and after a few years they decided it wasn't going to work and accepted the walleye would have to stay. This year was one of the best walleye ice seasons we have had for limit and size and the musky population is still good in the lake. Now fishermen come to Chautauqua year round for both walleye and musky. Skinny should realize and promote the same.
-
If the state wants to do no size, no limit, no season to rid them, I volunteer!
I've fished it a bit, never seen one. But it was wrong if it is due to someone dumping them in there.
-
Just got back from fishing Williams this morning. The crack by the islands has widened to about 2 feet. I wouldn't recommend venturing over it. Made 4 moves and caught 10 keeper perch before my flasher died. Beautiful day to be out.
-
wentout today on onedia lake went to walnut point, or old mans bay limited out on huge sunnies got a crappie and several bluegills ....... solid ice 35-46 turns on auger i walked from muskrat bay down to walnut about a 15-20 min walk easy walk though limited in about 21/2 hrs planning on getting back out there tomorrow for a few more hope to see you out there...............
-
wentout today on onedia lake went to walnut point, or old mans bay limited out on huge sunnies got a crappie and several bluegills ....... solid ice 35-46 turns on auger i walked from muskrat bay down to walnut about a 15-20 min walk easy walk though limited in about 21/2 hrs planning on getting back out there tomorrow for a few more hope to see you out there...............
Nice catch! I'm sure you may have company now! 35-46 turns on the auger on soft ice-you may want to change the blades on that baby.
-
Another beautiful day on the ice. Nothing fast and furious, just a slow pick. This might be my last trip. It’s been a great year.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pmZCcHNZ/BD4-BA557-9964-4707-8136-15-D6-B96-B302-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pmZCcHNZ)
This is not where I got on but you can see my tracks where I came off. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/mcP93fTh/8-C2-D76-E4-94-EE-4-BF3-B48-C-5-AA381853-C6-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcP93fTh)
-
Nice job guys I scraped up enough perch for a meal , tough day at the beach for me
The bottom ice is getting some honeycombing and of course we know the top is failing
And on the way in I spuded out 3 propane tanks
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FHjzFJH/00-C9-E6-A7-8-AFB-4-E74-B00-F-461-CA1-F477-FA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FHjzFJH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1fqXN7V4/1-FC26-C6-B-2-CF1-414-A-AC54-F9266-D191-E79.jpg)[/url
[url=https://postimg.cc/hzXcRh9h](https://i.postimg.cc/hzXcRh9h/36445872-7-CED-4-FC4-A982-A6108-EA89708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1fqXN7V4)
-
that's not good Freddie never seen it candle from the bottom ..... scum bags with propane bottles :%$#!: hit one in the boat and dent the hull.....
-
Do wonders for a prop and they make great lawn decorations
-
Another beautiful day on the ice. Nothing fast and furious, just a slow pick. This might be my last trip. It’s been a great year.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pmZCcHNZ/BD4-BA557-9964-4707-8136-15-D6-B96-B302-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pmZCcHNZ)
This is not where I got on but you can see my tracks where I came off. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/mcP93fTh/8-C2-D76-E4-94-EE-4-BF3-B48-C-5-AA381853-C6-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcP93fTh)
this is a case where you go fast ......nice perch man.......
-
this is a case where you go fast ......nice perch man.......
Thanks. I didn’t hesitate. You have to remember to line up with where you want to land too. You can’t steer once you hit that water.
Fred - The end is close. I was digging my boot in a few inches when I left.
Stay safe guys.
-
Ride it like you stole it! 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZB049Tt6/IMG-1277.png) (https://postimg.cc/ZB049Tt6)
-
Ride it like you stole it! 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZB049Tt6/IMG-1277.png) (https://postimg.cc/ZB049Tt6)
You bet 👍
-
Nice job guys 👍🏻 I hung up my ice gear a week ago til next season. What a great season it was. We were due! Anyone still hitting the ice stay safe.
-
Josh and I received our OLA membership renewals in the mail yesterday. If you guys received yours, please do your part and renew them as well. If you’re not a member, and, if you choose to do so, check out their website for more info.
-
Nice job guys I scraped up enough perch for a meal , tough day at the beach for me
The bottom ice is getting some honeycombing and of course we know the top is failing
And on the way in I spuded out 3 propane tanks
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FHjzFJH/00-C9-E6-A7-8-AFB-4-E74-B00-F-461-CA1-F477-FA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FHjzFJH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1fqXN7V4/1-FC26-C6-B-2-CF1-414-A-AC54-F9266-D191-E79.jpg)[/url
[url=https://postimg.cc/hzXcRh9h](https://i.postimg.cc/hzXcRh9h/36445872-7-CED-4-FC4-A982-A6108-EA89708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1fqXN7V4)
cool picture Freddie I have never seen ice honeycomb on the bottom and not on top
-
well the wind just shift and in minutes south shore started breaking up some the guy thats out in front of chapman may get wet coming in
-
well they got in they were on a sled got a running start and skipped over the open water looked like they flipped there tow behind
-
at least they made it in ok
hey how do I get the chapman park webcam?
-
think there is a link if you go to Town of Sullivan web sight not sure tho
-
thank you sir
-
your not kidding that shore line is moving big time good wind is opening it up
-
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300
-
Hope that link works. It should be the webcam for chapman
-
thank you bee keeper
-
Sounds like a fun ride. I am glad they made it in OK.
-
oh absolutely ,we want no one hurt
-
Glad to assist
-
Ice is breaking up and starting to move. Won't be long now.
-
Crazy how fast it can go
-
hey ya think this snow will help save the ice????
-
hey ya think this snow will help save the ice????
Well it could at least make it seem like it is safe. ::)
-
Well I took a little road trip and found some walkable ice , got a couple hours in before my partner got called into work ,
Pretty windy got to watch him chase his runaway bucket down 😜
-
Well at least you got out Fred.
-
I’m not complaining those things happen
Was headed out this morning but don’t feel like dealing with the wind that’s coming
-
Hey Fred how's the creek looking any starting to trickle in yet heading up to camp to build my deck this weekend was thinking of walking over and taking a look
-
I will be down that way Friday , but Bruce might have a heads up on that
-
I haven’t checked yet. I may take a look tomorrow. Not many fish run until the ice goes out. I would guess the hatchery will be in full swing next week.
-
I watched the wind tear the ice part on lake neatahwanta in fulton .... half the ice is gone be interesting to see in the morning
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rzFfFD43/cam-one01-4-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzFfFD43)
-
The ice is still holding on here.
I checked the creek this evening and did not see any eyes. It is cranking pretty good.
-
still lots of ice 90% covered im guessing monday it will be gone
-
Just a shout out to Filet & Release as a reminder of the Wildwood Sports Center Flea Market tomorrow from 10am to 4pm. I'll be there early setting up, so stop by if you're not out walking upon the water. I wouldn't blame you if you were either.
I see Grout Brook was pretty good opening day or so. There must be fish in the stream for sure.
This goes for any of you other guys who aren't fishin'. You might as well come spend some money ;D Or go stream fishing or just come for a couple of beers and lunch...
-
Sorry Dug I’ll see you and crappie killer at Pompey’s show ,
Well today was my last day on the ice and a fish less day it was , after 6.5 hours I only marked 2 fish , i had a productive season anyway , now for some shore fish 👍
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDbHbJvW/86176-E6-A-B88-E-459-F-B306-58493-BF0-B119.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDbHbJvW)
-
Aw a flat blank screen...that's a good time to hang up your creepers for the year. I used to quit when I started to get wet feet. :o lmao
No worries about Wildwood. It was a good sale for me. There were some new vendors from the club this year. Lots of recurve bows and a guy making strings for them also, he was quite busy. There were new bows, old bows, guns knives and lots of fishing lures. I sold tandem streamers, those little spoons, a turkey call, copper bracelets to 3 of the wives of Wildwood and lots of small knives to kids and their dads. It was a good day. It's had to beat that show for me.
I bought a Delta 9" Bandsaw that I'll be able to cut metal with...Looking forward to a new tool, throw away the hacksaw and the pipe cutter, lol.
I'm probably not going to the Pompey show...I think it's next week...*see up date below...I go to my New York State Gold Prospector meeting in Solon, NY every 2nd saturday of the month. There's not much gold in NY; but we raffle off a nugget each month and buy more nuggets with the raffle money...
it's just a good day off for me to hang with a few friends and have lunch, a few laughs and charge my batteries.
I might stop at Grout Brook and or Lourdes Camp on the way home. Probably should pick up some night crawlers and egg sacs somewhere this week.
*UPDATE Pompey Run and Gun Club Annual Sportsman Flea Market is April 20th from 9am to 1pm
Take care Fred, go catch some trout and I'll try to do the same... ><{{{{"> ><">--------------------------------------------------------------
-
I’ll see you and CrappieKiller the 20th
-
well lots of ice is gone lots of open water,,,on to open water,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
-
We had a meeting with Cornell last night. Tons of great info.
Average ice out is April 1st.
The average number of days with ice has been shrinking roughly 6 days per decade for the past 2 decades. The ice out stays about the same but ice up has been getting later. The historical date of ice up used to be around January 1st.
They estimated 15,000 walleyes and 192,000 perch were harvested this winter. Higher than normal, but we already knew that. ;D
-
EPIC info Bruce!! 😎 A few of us definitely helped put a dent in that perch population. 😁
I wonder what a pile of 192,000 perch looks like??🤔😜
-
I wonder what a pile of 192,000 perch looks like??🤔😜
What you haven't seen any of Trappers pictures?....h2l
-
We had a meeting with Cornell last night. Tons of great info.
Average ice out is April 1st.
The average number of days with ice has been shrinking roughly 6 days per decade for the past 2 decades. The ice out stays about the same but ice up has been getting later. The historical date of ice up used to be around January 1st.
They estimated 15,000 walleyes and 192,000 perch were harvested this winter. Higher than normal, but we already knew that. ;D
Any idea how they arrive at the above numbers for harvest data ?
-
Any idea how they arrive at the above numbers for harvest data ?
They did a creel survey this winter January - March. 1 person interviewed around 700 fisherman all around the lake. They actually traveled around the lake via snowmobile, they didn’t just wait at access points.
I would assume that from there they made a calculation based on the total number of fisherman counted in the areas.
-
Just drove by the lake on the south shore by the big islands. West wind whipping big time some pretty good white caps. No ice in sight anywhere. Time to get the boat uncovered and start to get things ready.
-
They did a creel survey this winter January - March. 1 person interviewed around 700 fisherman all around the lake. They actually traveled around the lake via snowmobile, they didn’t just wait at access points.
I would assume that from there they made a calculation based on the total number of fisherman counted in the areas.
Interesting .... Thanks for the information ....
-
Anybody know if they're running yet at the hatchery? That's all ways a great time to make a trip up & see those beauties
-
Anybody know if they're running yet at the hatchery? That's all ways a great time to make a trip up & see those beauties
The nets are going in tomorrow.
-
What you haven't seen any of Trappers pictures?....h2l
😁
-
I’ll see you and CrappieKiller the 20th
Ok Freddie, I'll see you there on the 20th...I just got in, I'll be set up in the bar...all the spots were filled weeks ago he said...
I have to bring my own table...no biggie...See ya then.
-
Just stopped by at the hatchery on Sunday. Kudos to those guys and gals who work that amazing event, employees and volunteers alike. They put in some long hours and if you were in the wet Sunday, then you know it was chilly. They do this every day all day and keep smiling the whole time. If you've never seen the walleye run at the hatchery you have a couple days left to experience this amazing event. You get to see some real beauties as they make their annual run up the stream. Touring the hatchery never gets old for me. I love it. Get up there and give those folks a big thank you. It's because of them that we have such wonderful fishing here in NY.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/zbPqY9Z8/5-B235-C31-E0-D1-434-F-876-D-7833-C67-A9262.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zbPqY9Z8)
-
I can't wait fishshack!
-
Getting an early start but wanna fish Oneida more this winter what are some good baits and colors to start with for walleye ?
-
, I use raps 3,5,7 for both eyes and perch , fire tiger , white glo, black silver, blue silver black gold , gobie , for perch , spoons ,cast Master, and freedom spoons , Swedish pimples , , silvers , gold , brass
If your ever in APPs in Cleveland they will help with lure choices and have good info
And always have a dead stick on hand for perch
Keep your eye on the Oneida lake thread , lots of people posting
-
I went to apps this past weekend and got a lot of help from them for this winter
-
I went to apps this past weekend and got a lot of help from them for this winter
Best info bar none , I’ve known Rick. And Dave seems like forever
-
I love going to apps, one of the few throwback places that still exist. Also they are a wealth of knowledge and friendly.
-
I’m looking now to go with someone that knows the fishing pretty well so I can be thought it I have a shanty and everything just wanna learn more about this lake.
-
Fisherman21021
If you can't find someone to go with the easiest thing to remember is just follow shanty town and use a rap that apps recommend. Actually I have many and continuously switch them out to find the color combo they like for that day. If you don't have a flasher/ fish finder get one. You will catch fish and if not at first you'll figure it out. Just hoping for an early and long season.
-
If you don’t have fish finder 1 would help eliminating dead holes and think about getting the Nav app for your phone
Look up (Navionics chart viewer) and take a look
Looking for shanty towns is a place to get you started , but you will learn more looking on your own
Lots of activity come winter on the Oneida threads ,guys will give baits , lures , and point you in the right direction
-
I have a fish finder and the nav app and hopefully I’ll have a machine too
-
there are a few eye spots within walking distance , sounds like your all set ,
-
Thank you everyone for the help I’ll report back when there is ice
-
KP grabs a duster and starts dusting off this thread.....😁 couple of more bass and walleye trips, put the boat away till March, duck boat is ready for next weekend, do a little deer hunting..... then proceed to get the office ready for ice season. 😎 Man, I LOVE NY!!
Speaking of ducks....where is DEADBIRD??🤔
-
Release say it’s to early only thing that needs to be done is dust some more soft water eyes 👍
-
I’m looking now to go with someone that knows the fishing pretty well so I can be thought it I have a shanty and everything just wanna learn more about this lake.
I’m looking to learn the lake as well. I fish solo a lot so the lake is a little daunting. If you can’t find someone with knowledge of the lake and wanna venture out there to learn sometime shoot me a message.
-
Been to this damn lake 3x skunked but hard water trips and then the only one to catch the eyes in the boat. I hate the lake but I just need more time on it. And to go there on my own I guess. Apps is really that good? I may have to check them out. Even tho honeyoye is my target this yea I can’t get that sexy body to give up her goods neither and she’s a lot closer to home.
-
Far as Apps goes they have all the lures & bait needed , many stop in and give catch and ice reports , plus many post on this thread
-
All bodies of water will give up the goods, if, you put in the time and understand where fish feed and what they are feeding on. Is it mud bottom or a rock pile. Fish are creatures of habit. Put in the time to learn the lake. Read maps and gather what info you can from bait shops and anglers. The code can be cracked!!🎣
-
Far as lakes I’ve fished over the years Oneida eyes aren’t as hard as some lakes i have fished
-
Whats up fellow ONEIDA LAKE DIEHARDS. These 40 and 30 degree mornings are getting me in the mood. I cant wait to get out on the hard water on that wonderful lake again this season. I can picture it now, going to apps picking up bait, taking the wheeler and flip over to my desired location, getting everything set up and firing up the buddy heater, then letting my line down the hole while watching it descend on the flasher. Ohhhhhhh I cant wait for Oneida Lake to freeze over again. Hopefully sooner than later I'll be seeing a village of flipovers and huts as I reel in perch and walleye.
-
All bodies of water will give up the goods, if, you put in the time and understand where fish feed and what they are feeding on. Is it mud bottom or a rock pile. Fish are creatures of habit. Put in the time to learn the lake. Read maps and gather what info you can from bait shops and anglers. The code can be cracked!!🎣
Yes you are correct. But in my case Oneida is 2.5+ hrs away from me and does not hold crappie I am to understand. My local water is 20min and I’m home by 12/1 pm with a limit of them delicious perch and the opportunity for the eyes crappie Gills and rockys. Yes there are pike there too but I can’t seem to clean them right always got bones. My new haunt is only an hr and 5 min has all of the same fish and my local but higher volume of calicos and Walters so them are my choices b4 driving 2.5+ to drive 2+mi onto the lake all while wanting to be set up 30min b4 dawn.
-
Well BP315 if you have an easy bite your way , it would better for you to stay local, save on gas and aggravation 😉
-
Well BP315 if you have an easy bite your way , it would better for you to stay local, save on gas and aggravation 😉
Well not everyone has an easy bite locally but I don’t very often have a hard time. ;D
-
Well not everyone has an easy bite locally but I don’t very often have a hard time. ;D
👍 like I said save gas and time traveling
No eyes in Oneida anyway 😊
-
Sure there’s no eyes in Oneida. F&R. No perch neither right? Lol
-
Sure there’s no eyes in Oneida. F&R. No perch neither right? Lol
😜
-
There’s perch in Oneida? You’re talking white perch... right? Lots of them!!🎣🕳
-
I thought the big bass from that tourney ate everything and there’s no nothing but bass and catfish n mud puppies
-
👍 like I said save gas and time traveling
No eyes in Oneida anyway 😊
No crappies either :afro: :afro: :afro: :afro:
-
http:// Lakeside Outfitters Open House
3279 RT 31 Canastota, NY 13032
315-633-6030
Dec 14th & 15th
We are very excited to announce our first open house! We have been working on filling the store with product and we are happy to say…WE ARE FULL!!! Winter is coming which means its almost time for Ice Season. We are completely stocked with everything you could possibly need….here are some of the brands that we have added for you-
JT Rods, Striker, Otter, Ion,Engel Coolers, Eskimo, K-Drill, Frabill, Strike Master, Rapala, Moonshine, Northland, Custom Jigs and Spins, Sf Customs, Hardwater Customs, Sebile, 13 Fishing, HT, Acme, Beau Mac, Celsius, Fiskas, Fresh Run Fishing,K&E tackle, Berkley, Eurotackle …..and of course Rotjaw
Come and meet some of our local anglers! They will be there to answer any questions you might have. Here’s a list just to name a few-
Mike Pikulinski Brian Hammond
Mike Pikulinski Jr. Gary Stasonis
Ed Hatten Jason Noble
Karl Elsner Chad Wagoner
We will have having a special Christmas wish list. Make a wish list and we will hold it….send in your spouse…get exactly what you want! For every spouse that’s comes in and makes a purchase they will receive …free product!
We will also be having a special on gift certificates- purchase a $30.00 gift card for only $25.00! Purchase a $60.00 for only $50.00!
There will be door prizes given out all day long!
The open house will be from 10-4
We look forward to seeing you all…..Scott & Jeff
-
Its about that time I start getting really excited for the 2 hour drive to onieda to hit early ice. This will be my 7th season coming out I think. If any advice I can give for the guys comming from a long ways or new comers. STUDY THIS THREAD. Like home work study it. Look through the archives and study it. Everything you need is right here. Dont waste time asking questions. It's easier to to search back and read. Baits, depths, location, rigging, it's all right available. Hardest part for me is narrowing down locations. Once I find then I can usually manage to get them to fire.
-
http:// Lakeside Outfitters Open House
3279 RT 31 Canastota, NY 13032
315-633-6030
Dec 14th & 15th
We are very excited to announce our first open house! We have been working on filling the store with product and we are happy to say…WE ARE FULL!!! Winter is coming which means its almost time for Ice Season. We are completely stocked with everything you could possibly need….here are some of the brands that we have added for you-
JT Rods, Striker, Otter, Ion,Engel Coolers, Eskimo, K-Drill, Frabill, Strike Master, Rapala, Moonshine, Northland, Custom Jigs and Spins, Sf Customs, Hardwater Customs, Sebile, 13 Fishing, HT, Acme, Beau Mac, Celsius, Fiskas, Fresh Run Fishing,K&E tackle, Berkley, Eurotackle …..and of course Rotjaw
Come and meet some of our local anglers! They will be there to answer any questions you might have. Here’s a list just to name a few-
Mike Pikulinski Brian Hammond
Mike Pikulinski Jr. Gary Stasonis
Ed Hatten Jason Noble
Karl Elsner Chad Wagoner
We will have having a special Christmas wish list. Make a wish list and we will hold it….send in your spouse…get exactly what you want! For every spouse that’s comes in and makes a purchase they will receive …free product!
We will also be having a special on gift certificates- purchase a $30.00 gift card for only $25.00! Purchase a $60.00 for only $50.00!
There will be door prizes given out all day long!
The open house will be from 10-4
We look forward to seeing you all…..Scott & Jeff
Great guys- Great store
-
What are the odds Oneida is fishable by Xmas?
-
Main lake not , big bay maybe
-
Might have to incorporate the open house into a xmas shopping trip. Can't seem to put my hands on my jigging rap box, so I'm starting from zero. Good time to stock up on the "must have sizes and colors". Thanks for the heads up F&R!
-
It is hard to believe that it is almost time for ice? I'm not done with the boat yet or done chasing deer for that matter!
I don't see any major cool downs in the forecast so it's gonna be a while.
-
Well....my pond is froze over, probably not safe though. Fished a small State owned pond December 13th last year. One thing is certain, the weather WILL change. Reeleyz you must be thinking ice fishing if you're here! Lol....
Good luck wrapping up the other pursuits.
-
i'm ready for the big bay shuffle ;D ..... see ya sully
-
I’m ready!!😈🎣🕳
-
you ice fish???? :roflmao:
-
Nope!!😂
-
Goon boy and myself took a drive to check some small water off the beaten path , we didn’t find any safe ice , did get on but the spud fell through ,🤪
-
should be good by tomorrow right? :roflmao:
-
You know me never walk thin ice
-
Goon boy and myself took a drive to check some small water off the beaten path , we didn’t find any safe ice , did get on but the spud fell through ,🤪
You still walk on water?? 😁 crazy ol buzzard!!😜
-
It is hard to believe that it is almost time for ice? I'm not done with the boat yet or done chasing deer for that matter!
I don't see any major cool downs in the forecast so it's gonna be a while.
i'm fishing open water and chasing deer myself
-
Chase deer with the muzzleloader or go to Lakeside Outfitters open house next weekend????? 😬
-
What's up diehards. It's almost time. Looking like another couple weeks. Possibly Christmas day.
-
Anyone use an aqua-vu on Oneida, just looking for some insight on how they work and if its worth it. Thanks
-
Anyone use an aqua-vu on Oneida, just looking for some insight on how they work and if its worth it. Thanks
, I’ve run mine with no problem
-
Eldest daughter had a ugly X-mas outfit contest at work , first prize was a paid vacation day and she won 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzs93rvw/9-C51-C813-8-B42-463-A-B21-E-4606104-C2225.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzs93rvw)
-
The tiara is hilarious. A day off with pay, awesome!
-
Lol that’s awesome!
-
Bob she is the one that paints the saw blades you gave her ,
-
that's funny
-
Bob she is the one that paints the saw blades you gave her ,
Now she can paint some more blades while getting paid from her other job on her paid day off! Good stuff
-
Word is the lake will be froze over on December 26.. anyone else hear this?
-
I personally don’t pay attention to predictions, when I feel it’s safe I head out with my spud ,
Is it possible , yes , as the water temp is very cold ,
-
I heard it was supposed to be froze over on Thanksgiving too...🙄
I’m with Filet on first ice...literally!😁
-
This coming week looks good to make next weekend good in a lot of places
-
Goon boy and I went to the open house at
Lake shore outfitters on the south shore
They have a well stocked store , lures augers , shelters , rods & reels and more , nice seeing some of the guys to BS with , I wish them luck
-
Beach Cam working again. It won't be long. :clap: :thumbsup: :icefish:
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjfhbHqp/Snap-Shot-20191216-083256-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjfhbHqp)
-
I personally don’t pay attention to predictions, when I feel it’s safe I head out with my spud ,
Is it possible , yes , as the water temp is very cold ,
Smart man right here
-
Just crossed over on the 81 bridge on my way north. Lots of ice out there today, looks like big bay skimmed over completely "can't confirm"
-
Cant wait to get out there this year. Hopefully only a few more weeks until it will be ready!
-
👍
-
I see theres no Oneida Page this year, feel free to post info or ask questions here, hope you all have a great ice season.
Thanks for starting this page. I have been looking around for Oneida
-
Just crossed over on the 81 bridge on my way north. Lots of ice out there today, looks like big bay skimmed over completely "can't confirm"
👍🏻
-
Yo Guys & Gals.
Thought I"d drop in and give y'all a shout out. I.wamt you all to know Old Boggey is still alive and kicking. Year round. Camp on the Pond. But I just may meander down there to catch some of your fat bellies.as soon as we get some safe ice
Boggey
-
No fish in Oneida 😃
-
Yup snagger caught them all!
-
Yup snagged caught them all!
Yep that must be it 👍
-
Tough crowd here on Oneida Boggey!!!😁 welcome back Buddy!!😎
-
What to my wondering eyes should appear...
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1gSkGZf/39-E8-A9-A9-12-E4-4483-B8-C3-30-EAC71-CAFDE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1gSkGZf)
-
thats funny
-
According to the long term forecast I look at it appears this week's cold temperatures will not last. Looks like highs in the upper 30s to low 40s through the New Year. Sure, hope the long-term forecast is fake news. Of course, that long term forecast could change in the next few minutes!
-
Anyone have any recommendations on smaller bodies of water in the area that may have safe ice?
-
Was by nehawatha or how ever you spell it yesterday was prolly 90% or so locked. Don’t know anything about that lake just know it was covered and had to look it up for what lake it was
-
According to the long term forecast I look at it appears this week's cold temperatures will not last. Looks like highs in the upper 30s to low 40s through the New Year. Sure, hope the long-term forecast is fake news. Of course, that long term forecast could change in the next few minutes!
If it locks good Thurs - Sunday it will probably be ok. Temps below freezing every night and no rain. Play it out and see what happens.
-
the extended temps don’t look very favorable for the main lake ,
-
What to my wondering eyes should appear...
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1gSkGZf/39-E8-A9-A9-12-E4-4483-B8-C3-30-EAC71-CAFDE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1gSkGZf)
I like that!!😎
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7Ty9pkQ/C2-A99322-F028-46-B0-9-BD0-B60-CCF619188.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7Ty9pkQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sB3bNTzx/89-F2-A2-A8-A8-A9-4-A3-F-BA56-44222-ABFECED.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sB3bNTzx)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7Ty9pkQ/C2-A99322-F028-46-B0-9-BD0-B60-CCF619188.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7Ty9pkQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sB3bNTzx/89-F2-A2-A8-A8-A9-4-A3-F-BA56-44222-ABFECED.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sB3bNTzx)
I don’t like that!!! Party pooper release!!!😜
-
Yep release is still a DK , I think he’s getting worse ,
-
Yep release is still a DK , I think he’s getting worse
I wish we could deport that DK!!!😂
-
I wish we could deport that DK!!!😂
I hear that, but who would take him anyway , over the years I tried to give him away but mom would just go and rescue him 🙄, Im forced to take him fishing 😡
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY/E1618-C3-C-3-A77-4569-860-C-4-B1764-E69-D31.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY)
-
It definitely won’t be making a ton of ice any time soon but it’s a good start. It’s still only mid December.
-
It definitely won’t be making a ton of ice any time soon but it’s a good start. It’s still only mid December.
Exactly
-
Let's just hope this brief warmup is just that and we don't end up in that up and down cycle...these few days of cold could make a decent base that could withstand that weather if the wind/waves aren't a factor
-
There are 2 people on big bay today.
-
I don’t like that!!! Party pooper release!!!😜
Actually compared to Western NY (30/40s) that forecast is not all that bad as the nights are still going to be cold. Of course a surprise deep freeze would really make everyone on here happier. Cya....
-
There are 2 people on big bay today.
That’s no surprise as the bays are shallow and freeze first ,
-
I hear that, but who would take him anyway , over the years I tried to give him away but mom would just go and rescue him 🙄, Im forced to take him fishing 😡
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY/E1618-C3-C-3-A77-4569-860-C-4-B1764-E69-D31.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY)
I feel your pain bud!!😜
-
I know people are going to run out there ,,,, you better have a spud and i'd take a floatation vest
-
I know people are going to run out there ,,,, you better have a spud and i'd take a floatation vest
Great advice Trap!!
-
DO NOT EAT THE FISH FROM Neatahwanta- DEC has it on their "these fish will friggin melt your guts if you eat them" list
-
I love the fear people have of lake Neatahwanta.... I won't lie theres nothing wrong with it but I like the lack of competition ;D
-
I hear that, but who would take him anyway , over the years I tried to give him away but mom would just go and rescue him 🙄, Im forced to take him fishing 😡
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY/E1618-C3-C-3-A77-4569-860-C-4-B1764-E69-D31.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWW1FcSY)
At lease he’s good for another limit 😜 thats if you can put up with him casting over your line!
-
Trapp I just realized we don’t need to be first on Oneida or the pond , I can remember being first on and last off ,
But I am down to my last # of perch fillets from last winter 😱
-
Going out this afternoon on some small local waters, time to dust off some Fiskas..... @)
-
Going out this afternoon on some small local waters, time to dust off some Fiskas..... @)
Good luck bud , I and the goon are heading out this weekend,
-
Good luck bud , I and the goon are heading out this weekend,
Good luck to you guys as well ! Love hitting the skinny water early, will work our way to the big girl eventually. Got a good spot for gills, then at dusk the crappies come out to play. Good fire drill blitz to get warmed up....
-
I better go get the carbs off the sled and get to it, things are firming up. Next week looks good for cold weather too. Didn't get to use my new flasher on panfish yet, I want to give that A whirl, need to go bug Sully for A couple jigs.
:)
-
Gills are hard to beat far as eating , right at the top of my list , don’t forget when ya get home take a couple pics
-
Gills are hard to beat far as eating , right at the top of my list , don’t forget when ya get home take a couple pics
Same boat as you Fred, 3 packs of walleye and one perch left, my good pal Deadeyez dropped off some venison steaks, they lasted A day.
-
cant see any open water this morning
-
I bet someone walks out from the beach tomorrow. Any takers on that bet?
-
I bet someone walks out from the beach tomorrow. Any takers on that bet?
May I add that they will limit out
-
Looking for some information on this lake.
I have never fished this lake on hard water and only 1 terrible trip on open water, so to say I am clueless of this body of water is a fair statement.
My siblings and I are looking at doing a weekend trip for my father. It would be with him, my brother in law, and maybe a couple nephews.
I have my own gear and can get some more from friends if need be. I am looking to either rent a pre-placed shanty, or hire a guide.
Does anyone have recommendations or thoughts on this?
Thank you all in advance!
-
Just read through the thread. All the info you will need is right here. The locals are pretty generous with tips and information
-
Looking for some information on this lake.
I have never fished this lake on hard water and only 1 terrible trip on open water, so to say I am clueless of this body of water is a fair statement.
My siblings and I are looking at doing a weekend trip for my father. It would be with him, my brother in law, and maybe a couple nephews.
I have my own gear and can get some more from friends if need be. I am looking to either rent a pre-placed shanty, or hire a guide.
Does anyone have recommendations or thoughts on this?
Thank you all in advance!
There are no pre-placed shanties on Oneida, permanent shanties are illegal, and I don't know of any hardwater guides. Maybe somebody else knows of one.
My best advice would be calling a place like Apps, numbers I have are 315-675-6011 for the bait shop and 315-675-8334 for rooms. They have everything you'll need and will steer you in the right direction.
-
There are no pre-placed shanties on Oneida, permanent shanties are illegal, and I don't know of any hardwater guides. Maybe somebody else knows of one.
My best advice would be calling a place like Apps, numbers I have are 315-675-6011 for the bait shop and 315-675-8334 for rooms. They have everything you'll need and will steer you in the right direction.
I couldn’t believe that perms are illegal on Oneida. So I just looked at the special rugs for there and says nothing about perms other then the same dec statement of reflective and name number and address req. so may I ask where you got the information that they are illegal on the lake cuz I know they are allowed on Ontario bays
-
they are not illegal some still out there every year just not many because the portables are so good now a days.......
-
they are not illegal some still out there every year just not many because the portables are so good now a days.......
That's the case near everywhere. Perm shantys are few these days.
-
Whoops. My bad. That’s what I was told when I asked about them and never checked the actual regs.
-
I bet someone walks out from the beach tomorrow. Any takers on that bet?
If I wasn't working tomorrow if be in the parking lot at 6 a.m..
-
Well then perm out and fish on gentleman. Stay safe to all who are going for early ice in the am.
Tight lines
-
Looks like someone is out on the ice off Sylvan Beach today. If so hope they stay on top.
-
I know A few people that leave their shantys on the ice overnight. The problems with permanenent spots are thieves, and idiots going 100 mph on the lake and whaling into your shanty. You have to take everything home every night or you won't have your stuff for sure. In the old days there wasn't much for equipment, now people easily roll with 2K in gear, anyone have A 1000 dollar jig box they would leave on the lake?
Anyways, this cold weather is the deal, going to get the sled running today.
cny
-
theres people out on sylvan right now .... take a spud and use it good luck
-
next week does not look good for making ice or keeping what we got
-
The north shore web cam shows a lot of open water now too. >:(
-
First it’s Oneida and it’s 21 miles long and at its widest point 4.5 miles wide , so 1 little spot is meaningless, , personally, I have 95 spots on my hand held first come first served , I move off to the next spot ,
I use to have a permanent , unlocked with a note use it , just leave it the way you found it , Thanks , no problem
-
First it’s Oneida and it’s 21 miles long and at its widest point 4.5 miles wide , so 1 little spot is meaningless, , personally, I have 95 spots on my hand held first come first served , I move off to the next spot ,I use to have a permanent , unlocked with a note use it , just leave it the way you found it , Thanks , no problem
Can I borrow your phone Fred. :)
-
Can I borrow your phone Fred. :)
Sure but you don’t need to repeat the fake fishing reports it may get
-
I kinda miss my old shack that had a wood burning stove in it
-
There was a few out on big bay on friday. didn't see or hear any reports of ice conditions. be safe and spud spud spud !!!!! Sully...
-
First it’s Oneida and it’s 21 miles long and at its widest point 4.5 miles wide , so 1 little spot is meaningless, , personally, I have 95 spots on my hand held first come first served , I move off to the next spot ,
I use to have a permanent , unlocked with a note use it , just leave it the way you found it , Thanks , no problem
Can I borrow your handheld GPS Freddie? I know that doesn’t carry fake info!!!😜
-
Y’all try to keep the conditions for that water so tight to the chest it ain’t even funny. Yes take a spud but I heard of plenty going on there and reports of ice it’s not my report so I will not give it. But there is ice. Go find it.
-
First day that guys were on Oneida ice was yesterday. They are seasoned anglers and won’t give first or last ice conditions. Myself included....Sorry!
-
If I was still fishing these days, I'd be taking a ride around the lake today to see where and if any guys are out and taking note of it. I used to do it all the time. You learn the local spots at least. You can see all the parking spots around the lake. You can take note of open water. Conditions are different all around the lake at first and last ice. It could be good one place and wet and soft cracks in another. THAT'S why guys don't like to give reports early and late in the season. All it takes to ruin your day is give someone a thumbs up report and then they go out and get their a** in a jam by falling through thin or dangerous ice...No one wants to be responsible for that.
All I can say is, go look for yourself. Find a friend who lives and fishes there frequently and take their advice. The tip to go to App's is the best tip I read on this whole page. Good reports, great minnows and an excellant spot to begin fishing. If you have a machine and a portable shanty for yourself, all the better.
Sometimes depending on where you are, the perch grounds could be a long walk...Walleyes wander too...You'll see the guys out now and that's where everyone begins and ends each year. Some spots are a longer walk than others. Snow cover is a real PITA to drag your gear. One end of the lake could be burried in snow the other end could be wind swept of snow...you never know early and late ice unless you see it...
Rentals aren't what they used to be. Years ago, several people had hard shantys to rent and would take you out and pick you up later...I guess that isn't so anymore...Sad but true. You learn by doing these days. That's how I learned, with a couple of good friends to guide me along the way. So, find your way there and good luck. It's a great fishery. ><{{{*>
-
If I was still fishing these days, I'd be taking a ride around the lake today to see where and if any guys are out and taking note of it. I used to do it all the time. You learn the local spots at least. You can see all the parking spots around the lake. You can take note of open water. Conditions are different all around the lake at first and last ice. It could be good one place and wet and soft cracks in another. THAT'S why guys don't like to give reports early and late in the season. All it takes to ruin your day is give someone a thumbs up report and then they go out and get their a** in a jam by falling through thin or dangerous ice...No one wants to be responsible for that.
All I can say is, go look for yourself. Find a friend who lives and fishes there frequently and take their advice. The tip to go to App's is the best tip I read on this whole page. Good reports, great minnows and an excellant spot to begin fishing. If you have a machine and a portable shanty for yourself, all the better.
Sometimes depending on where you are, the perch grounds could be a long walk...Walleyes wander too...You'll see the guys out now and that's where everyone begins and ends each year. Some spots are a longer walk than others. Snow cover is a real PITA to drag your gear. One end of the lake could be burried in snow the other end could be wind swept of snow...you never know early and late ice unless you see it...
Rentals aren't what they used to be. Years ago, several people had hard shantys to rent and would take you out and pick you up later...I guess that isn't so anymore...Sad but true. You learn by doing these days. That's how I learned, with a couple of good friends to guide me along the way. So, find your way there and good luck. It's a great fishery. ><{{{*>
Great advice dug!!! End of story! It seems I got blasted for being simple with my post. Direct, but simple. I won’t post here anymore.....
-
Im 5 hrs away King perch from oneida...only hope for real ice condition on the lake is you guys(locals) thats why reports from you guys is important for guys like me who have to drive that far...im sorry for my comment in previous post..(post is removed)
-
Im 5 hrs away King perch from oneida...only hope for real ice condition on the lake is you guys(locals) thats why reports from you guys is important for guys like me who have to drive that far...im sorry for my comment in previous post..(post is removed)
As an ice fisherman you have to know that early and late ice is "iffy" at best. I won't drive 5 minutes to fish "iffy" ice....h2l
-
Of course! But iffy for somebody coud be 5" also
-
Live on Oneida and in my opinion waiting for solid 6” plus is common sense for me to return to my family at the end of the day. It’s not there yet.
-
First day that guys were on Oneida ice was yesterday. They are seasoned anglers and won’t give first or last ice conditions. Myself included....Sorry!
That right there KP is what I’m talking about.
-
Im 5 hrs away King perch from oneida...only hope for real ice condition on the lake is you guys(locals) thats why reports from you guys is important for guys like me who have to drive that far...im sorry for my comment in previous post..(post is removed)
you have to understand we have given reports in the past only to be told we don't know what were talking about or the ice is fine or that were wrong and we sent people out to drown ...sorry your on your own take a spud a life jacket a rope and a friend not tring to be mean but I won't give a ice report out in public I stood watching waves reported open water and was called a liar.....never again, you should own a spud anyways and Oneida has cams you can watch
-
what trap said
-
I can wait to fish Oneida , I to agree with trapp , I and Nate chased these to get the rust off , just some fun stuff today , and no ice report as things were a litte thin 😳
(https://i.postimg.cc/ppsh34Gr/9-E58217-E-F92-F-4605-9-A61-B9-BA273-BDABC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppsh34Gr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DSmJh6Hg/A95-FC367-DE6-A-426-F-A391-80118-A7-DC417.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DSmJh6Hg)
-
well ya had fun .....
-
you have to understand we have given reports in the past only to be told we don't know what were talking about or the ice is fine or that were wrong and we sent people out to drown ...sorry your on your own take a spud a life jacket a rope and a friend not tring to be mean but I won't give a ice report out in public I stood watching waves reported open water and was called a liar.....never again, you should own a spud anyways and Oneida has cams you can watch
People dont believe what your seeing with your own eyes cause they think you are the old blind amigo that has Al and Dan to be your eyes and ears lmfao.
-
you better be getting your self in shape your supposed to drag freddies and my stuff out on the ice drill our holes and teach us old farts how to catch walleyes and panfish ....were really looking forward to this....
-
People dont believe what your seeing with your own eyes cause they think you are the old blind amigo that has Al and Dan to be your eyes and ears lmfao.
Lmao
-
fred I am getting old going threw gear putting things away I found a box of sonars and challengers I forgot about in my truck
-
Hey bud I have short term memory , I just came across a grocery bag of unopened plugs 🥴
-
Had better first days. Lots of lookers. A couple players. Good to be on oneida before Xmas. Spud Spud Spud. You don't feel safe don't go. I'm not giving reports it's boderline and if you don't know what your doing or uncomfortable stay off.
(https://i.postimg.cc/gwGLLpTY/1875.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gwGLLpTY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HchrNysx/1898.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HchrNysx)
-
Nice fish Jason and Fred.
It definitely was a beautiful day on the ice. ;D
-
Had better first days. Lots of lookers. A couple players. Good to be on oneida before Xmas. Spud Spud Spud. You don't feel safe don't go. I'm not giving reports it's boderline and if you don't know what your doing or uncomfortable stay off.
(https://i.postimg.cc/gwGLLpTY/1875.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gwGLLpTY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HchrNysx/1898.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HchrNysx)
Looks better then what I was on yesterday, it was nice though.
Stay safe all
-
She sure is purty when she’s all locked up. A shame we’re getting this warmup but it’s still early.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z9tsB42s/BA39-AAAF-0-F54-48-AE-8-A90-EB4-ACBC77-DDF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z9tsB42s)
-
Cool pic chowdaire
-
I can wait to fish Oneida , I to agree with trapp , I and Nate chased these to get the rust off , just some fun stuff today , and no ice report as things were a litte thin 😳
(https://i.postimg.cc/ppsh34Gr/9-E58217-E-F92-F-4605-9-A61-B9-BA273-BDABC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppsh34Gr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DSmJh6Hg/A95-FC367-DE6-A-426-F-A391-80118-A7-DC417.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DSmJh6Hg)
Good job on the Lakers F&R, my daughter has them on her bucket list this yr😉
-
Well moose all I can say is go as they are a hoot , and they can surface some colorful metaphors 😳 , I’m no expert but I have fun trying to catch them , won’t be long and I’ll start chasing some eyes and perch , with some pans mixed in
Good luck to all and be safe and don’t forget your 🥔 😉
-
catch some lakers for fun then go after some fish you can eat
-
I see two people ice fishing in front on Sylvan Beach, but I am not ballsee enough to go out there. http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Sure hope neither goes through.
-
I see a third one on his way out now.
-
Walked on Oneida main lake this morning. Ice was solid early but not a lot of it. Fishing wasn’t very good. Lot of lookers very very few takers. With this afternoons warmth I would not recommend going out until another cool down
-
My bud MV did a good deed and gave a spud to a couple of teenagers wandering out on the ice to go fishing,Didn’t never heard of 1 , they give boat courses and maybe a general ice safety class wouldn’t be a bad thing , , I know we survived , no seat belts , no bicycle helmets, and focus 5 heaters , to name a few 😉
-
, , I know we survived , no seat belts , no bicycle helmets, and focus 5 heaters , to name a few 😉
Ain't that the truth - wonder we even lived through childhood - Oh, I mean adolescence. Children, we still are. Keep on keep'n Freddie. :P
-
It is a miracle we survived! Riding in the back of pickup trucks, standing, sitting on the box edge.... :o
Managed 12 gills and a couple of crappie Friday afternoon with a screaming high barometer. Went back to my small skinny water again Sunday mid day and pulled another 14 gills out. Had some nice LMB and dink perch come in camera view, I would bury my jig in the muck to keep it away from them. Fun stuff, but would prefer to get the perch waters. It's a start!
Got some pics for you Fillet, if I can figure out how to post with phone.
-
Sounds like a good time Mr Burn 👍
-
they are not illegal some still out there every year just not many because the portables are so good now a days.......
I'm one of those perm shanty guys I haven't had any one take anything but I don't leave anything of great value but propane and stove in case someone gets stuck the night out there I have it covered with reflectors (should be mandatory ) but isn't and have name and address on it must be removed by march 15 same as my stake duck blind
-
Boy.....I miss it!!!! Nice pic.
She sure is purty when she’s all locked up. A shame we’re getting this warmup but it’s still early.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z9tsB42s/BA39-AAAF-0-F54-48-AE-8-A90-EB4-ACBC77-DDF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z9tsB42s)
-
Keep seeing people out there how’s the ice looking
-
I've been fishing the hardwater for over 50 years now and safe ice to one is deadly to another. On these big lakes if you know the terrain and how it does lock up you might be OK on some rather thin ice. IMO no fish is worth a cold water dunk and I blame no one for refusing to give any real ice reports until it gets over a foot thick. I was on a pond down here on Saturday and there were guys fishing but 3 inches just does not get it for me and a few spots were absolutely off limits. If my weight on the slab can cause the water in the hole to raise up then I have no business being there is the way I roll and stay safe. It is great to get out before Christmas but usually down here a better bet is after 1/15 unless you have small farm ponds in your area. The guys with the permanent shanties are your best guide for knowing if the ice is safe enough because most of them know their own lakes and conditions.
Gam
-
Keep seeing people out there how’s the ice looking
buy a spud and go see 2 wacks and it doesn't go threw take a step
-
what trapper said and hay if u see the guys out there your near enough to check ....
-
I dont know about you guys but the way the weather forecast is holding we might he breaking out the kayaks/flat bottom boats to go after these walleyes .. goood grief.... :/
-
I dont know about you guys but the way the weather forecast is holding we might he breaking out the kayaks/flat bottom boats to go after these walleyes .. goood grief.... :/
Sounds like maybe you need to be ice slapped for thinking that way. Whoa 😮. Lol Just joshin ya but we need positive thoughts for cold and ice. But I too have a bad feeling it’s different then then yours tho
-
We just need to limp along a bit until we get some more cold. :-\
-
shoot bunnies and fish for steelies this week
-
shoot bunnies and fish for steelies this week
Poor thumper 🤭
-
This weather is depressing.
-
Yup. Back to bird hunting for couple week
-
Ive only been out twice so far on a local small lake. Fishing was par my poor equipment is gettin lonely though with this up and down weather.. im dieing to go afger some lakers and walleyes.
-
Yo Guys & Gals,
The only word for the 10 day forecast is DISMAL. Personally , I am looking for some open water on the canal locks and walls just to satiate that itch to wet my line. Let us all exercise some good judgement and remember we still have a good 3 months for our ice to heal or rebuild. No fish is worth losing one's life or placing would be first responders in harm's way.
Looking to see you all out there, on top my friends.
Boggey
-
boogey clean out your message box
-
boogey clean out your message box
Yo Trap.
Cleaned a bunch of them out.
Boggey
-
shoot bunnies and fish for steelies this week
I was thinking of hunting bunnies and squirrels
-
Wabbit strogenoff is good on the ice ;)
-
I’ve been walking on ice on my own for over 4 decades , what maybe be comfy for me may not for another ,
I have about 6 people I trust and still take my spud and check it for myself ,
Far as Oneida we normally don’t get on the ice until first second week of January on the main lake anything before that would be a bonus , I haven’t even been on Oneida yet
And I’ve seen pics of all eyes being caught
And the reports from FB , oh by the way I drove about 2 hrs yesterday to check some ice first spot was a dud the second I fished , I enjoy many species
Ps while 1 area on Oneida maybe fishable doesn’t mean the whole lake is safe
-
I trust my good buddy ....his name is spud.....
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/nMQpRnGY/images.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nMQpRnGY)
it's all good freddie come on i got a internet report
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/nMQpRnGY/images.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nMQpRnGY)
it's all good freddie come on i got a internet report
Wasn’t that a few years ago
-
Few weeks and we should be good, go thru your gear, get ready
-
Few weeks and we should be good, go thru your gear, get ready
I agree completely 🎣🌑 the walleye population is very healthy. And some really nice ones , from what I seen from the soft water bite , play hard and safe
-
Well the goon and I witnessed, first three came out with just a drill walked out and drilled holes no spud , they leave after a couple hours , another shows up and walks out next to those holes and drills a hole measures it and no spud and leaves he says to his young ones want to go check the next spot ,
ice is thicker there as it never sees the sun , maybe 7-8” , 15-20’ feet from there was just 3”s
Not Oneida
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYJG9Mq4/untitledmmuhii.png) (https://postimg.cc/tYJG9Mq4)
FREDDIE THE INTERNET SAID THE ICE WAS GOOD!!!!!
-
:o
-
Safe Ice! Been there and done that and the only thing that saved me was the depth being just 4 feet. I was able to break the ice back to shore and climb out and retrieved my spud in the spring.
Then I am sitting in the truck buck naked with the heat blasting and a DEC officer shows up thinking I was up to no good. He actually helped get my gear into the truck while I dried and warmed up.
Gam
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYJG9Mq4/untitledmmuhii.png) (https://postimg.cc/tYJG9Mq4)
FREDDIE THE INTERNET SAID THE ICE WAS GOOD!!!!!
I saw that
-
2 guys out from Williams this morning. Wow?
-
2 guys out from Williams this morning. Wow?
Some people are loons
-
Never fished Oneida and was wondering if it is normal to drive on Oneida in mid February. Want to drive trucks onto the ice.
Any information appreciated.
-
go ahead well recover you in the spring
no one drives on it anymore many years ago they did not the best body of water to do that
-
nope many many years ago you would see cars but not the greatest idea even with thick ice between gas pockets and cracks kinda risky
-
Yes Trapper you nailed it! Probably won’t see a truck on Oneida
-
There was a guy that drove out Oneida today. Took the boat out there too tho lol 😝
-
Small craft advisory 😳
-
Wind advisory for boaters
Can’t be no advisory for that little lake. Y’all get 8-10’ swells out there
-
Can’t be no advisory for that little lake. Y’all get 8-10’ swells out there
Bring your boat down with big East or west winds with you’ll have loads of fun with those close close knit waves , nothing like big lake
-
Can’t be no advisory for that little lake. Y’all get 8-10’ swells out there
Bring your boat down with big East or west wind , you’ll have loads of fun with those close knit waves ,
-
Can’t be no advisory for that little lake. Y’all get 8-10’ swells out there
Bring your boat down with big East or west wind , you’ll have loads of fun with those close knit waves , 😜
-
I would if I had a boat. Lol. A buddy of mine only calls me when no one else will go out for brownies and steelies. Last 2 times we went out it’s was rolling almost 10’ers on Ontario real fun for me who doesn’t get out on a boat often, so I just drive he rigs. Lol
-
Oneida doesn’t behave the same as it’s narrow , I mated on Ontario for years , and have been out in 8+
-
Bring your boat down with big East or west wind , you’ll have loads of fun with those close knit waves , 😜
Always a fun time in Josh’s surfboard! ( bass boat) 😜
Which we may be putting back in the water soon.....
-
Hey KP big difference between the 2 lakes is it not ,
-
Oneida doesn’t behave the same as it’s narrow , I mated on Ontario for years , and have been out in 8+
I know I know. Seneca is the lake I never really feel comfortable on. I’ve been on it in a bass boat then a pontoon on days it turned. No so much fun
-
I can remember driving from Rochester to Seneca and not putting the boat in on the North end just because someone sneezed at the South end....h2l
-
LOL
-
I can remember driving from Rochester to Seneca and not putting the boat in on the North end just because someone sneezed at the South end....h2l
Exactly. Lol. I now only fish that lake for one species and won’t go out there on smaller then a 21/22’ deep v. But she can produce.
-
Ice is moving at Chapman.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RW77kp2C/123020190818-l-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RW77kp2C)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
We were locked with 3-4 inches of dodgy ice last night in North Bay and there's white caps now so there's a lot of it heading west.
Time to start again.
-
At least we got to enjoy it while it lasted.
-
casting for eyes tonight who's going?
-
east end appears pretty much wide open mid lake is moving around.....
-
Ah it's just A little punky on the edges, you should be fine with A few planks is all.
But seriously, at this point A reset would be best with these piles of ice everywhere, gonna freeze all punky and whatnot. It is still blowing like A ***** still here today at noon.
:)
-
If I get big enough planks maybe I can use them as a raft or better yet, a surf board?
I agree, a reshuffle is good.
-
guess tis weather took care of that guys desire to drive a truck out on oneida :roflmao:
and before i get anymore PMs you can drive down to chapmans and check the ice for yourself,it's piled up on the shore
-
whats the link to the chapman web cam?
-
whats the link to the chapman web cam?
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300 (https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300)
It looks like a lot of that ice stayed put. The 10 day forecast gets worse every time I look at it. >:(
-
Sorry trapp my grad daughter came up and we played cards and Yahtzee , she’s only 7
Far as Oneida bring a boat
-
Sorry trapp my grad daughter came up and we played cards and Yahtzee , she’s only 7
Far as Oneida bring a boat
naaaaa i'm going to drive my truck out no worrys i'll stop every 100 yards and drill a ole to check the ice ......
-
Should be fun accessing there when she freezes up again
-
Moosefeet time to go chase Coyotes, I don't care what 20k protesters say!
-
😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/fSdBLQzJ/B7236-D3-F-1337-45-A4-AD12-8-F0-C76-F7-E226.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fSdBLQzJ)
-
Ice fishing yay
-
Thanks for the awesome intel!!! I will not be sinking my truck this year at Oneida. Sounds like I may be able to bring the Tracker to troll on one part and icefish another.
-
I’m currently fishing 3” of ice for brookies in Connecticut. Hardly any ice over here this year. Too warm.
-
who wants to save coyotes???and why??
-
WOW was green outside I started to put new line on a perch rod looked out and getting pounded with snow
-
who wants to save coyotes???and why??
Hancock fire Dep. organized a large coyote hunt. Protesters gathered 20k signatures against it, and they had to shut it down. Not good press for a Fire Department. We're still going to shoot them anyway.....no ice, so we switch gears is all.
-
I bet them protestors wouldn't give a rats a-- what the fire dept organized if tier house was on fire
-
Happy New Years Diehards 😜
-
Happy New Year everyone!
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg/80326563-10218406867995312-8183312596225490944-n-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Happy New Year everyone!
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg/80326563-10218406867995312-8183312596225490944-n-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Zeker, I like that push bar on that smitty sled, may be copying that mod.
How does the sheppard do on the ice? Planning on getting a German Sheppard pup this March/April?
-
Happy New Years!!!!
-
Zeker, I like that push bar on that smitty sled, may be copying that mod.
How does the sheppard do on the ice? Planning on getting a German Sheppard pup this March/April?
bart the push bar was just added, great on glare ice. Kodi does great on the ice having 4 built-in cleats. He just brings a stick to keep him busy. Enjoy the pup, sheps are the best.
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Happy New Year everyone!
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg/80326563-10218406867995312-8183312596225490944-n-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9m8CYzg)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Pretty sweet smitty sled but what exactly is the point in the push bar idea? I imagine on glare ice it would be cool but why not just pull it?
-
Moosefeet time to go chase Coyotes, I don't care what 20k protesters say!
Ya we’re still gonna hunt them. We gave one a good run this morning but he lived to see another day
-
Pretty sweet smitty sled but what exactly is the point in the push bar idea? I imagine on glare ice it would be cool but why not just pull it?
On another thread guys said they had push bars and liked them. I have a friend with MS that likes to get out and figured it would help him walking out with stability. So we added them to our sleds. It pulls right out for loading.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ/thumbnail-2019-12-31-T201040-531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
On another thread guys said they had push bars and liked them. I have a friend with MS that likes to get out and figured it would help him walking out with stability. So we added them to our sleds. It pulls right out for loading.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ/thumbnail-2019-12-31-T201040-531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Great Idea!!!
A classy sports walker with fish! Well done.
Thank you. ;D
-
On another thread guys said they had push bars and liked them. I have a friend with MS that likes to get out and figured it would help him walking out with stability. So we added them to our sleds. It pulls right out for loading.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ/thumbnail-2019-12-31-T201040-531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJzK3qDZ)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Awesome! I could use a little extra stability at times.
-
Hancock fire Dep. organized a large coyote hunt. Protesters gathered 20k signatures against it, and they had to shut it down. Not good press for a Fire Department. We're still going to shoot them anyway.....no ice, so we switch gears is all.
Why save them? They take their toll on fawns and turkeys and everything small on the ground. G.
-
Happy New Years, diehards
We had a solid 3” of ice earlier than I’ve seen it but it only lasted a few days. Here’s a few pics.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kQ8crMc/05-F97267-8-CF5-4-A8-C-ADE0-C15-A07275-C5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kQ8crMc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjjC4yfb/375-AFFCD-A6-D8-4190-B3-B8-9-E06-B3-B451-F0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjjC4yfb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCbXsGTr/6966268-B-79-A2-4-CDF-A49-E-64-B76-C92-FD18.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCbXsGTr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hJSSKCt8/6-CD1-F7-BA-5189-42-F3-A4-D3-524-EF212-E8-F8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJSSKCt8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/34xJFLMr/6-FA0-F5-F8-32-D8-44-E0-A612-77-ECAF9-EB62-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34xJFLMr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DmDy1dxF/89-C99672-16-D7-4885-92-B1-A186-B8-E41-AA0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DmDy1dxF)
-
Happy new year all. Now that is over bring on the ice
-
Happy new year all. Now that is over bring on the ice
X2 :thumbsup: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
-
X3 🎣🌑
-
All the ice that is piled up by Constantia makes for A real mess even after the freeze. Every few hundred yards the ice is broken and piled, then it is flat to the next pile, There is going to be some sketchy ice even after the refreeze. I have not been down Cleveland way as I move back to Constantia last month, I am gonna take A drive that way later today and see what's shaking. I had A friend who has fished this lake as long as me, and when he saw it he was talking about sticking A fork in it for the year. At least in front of town.
Oh yeah and X4
Happy New Year :)
cny
-
By the looks at the cam at Chapman park it was piled up pretty good there
-
Happy New Year !!!
-
Chowdaire, some very nice pictures...HAPPY NEW YEARS to everyone....h2l
-
Happy New Year to all
-
hope my secret spot held up ....I'm going fishin ;D
HAPPY BEW YEARS
-
its wide open today no ice as far as i can see
-
Those views look familiar Chowdaire. ;D
It was a fun "bonus" week.
Happy New Year!
-
HAPPY NEW YEAR too all ,may this new year bring a fun SAFE ice season
lets remember no fish worth a life stay safe and fish hard water
-
Nice pics Chowdaire, fishin' in your front yard...priceless! Fishin' on that THIN ice...great balls of fire!! :flex: Whew that was thin!
Lol; but you got a limit! Locals on fire, walkin' on water! Good job & stay safe out there when the ice comes back... :thumbsup:
Oh yeah, Happy New Year ya'll... :icefish:
-
Happy Healthy Fishfull New Year to all.
Looking forward to 2020 !
-
Freddie was cold but I made 2 trips with a goof lunch break ;D
-
Those views look familiar Chowdaire. ;D
It was a fun "bonus" week.
Happy New Year!
Bruce, when was In the hospital I meet a guy who knew you, he is the prez of OLA. as I recall he was in charge of IV's but his name escapes me.
-
Freddie was cold but I made 2 trips with a goof lunch break ;D
Well done bud
-
Bruce, when was In the hospital I meet a guy who knew you, he is the prez of OLA. as I recall he was in charge of IV's but his name escapes me.
That was probably George. He is an RN and serves on the OLA Board. Great guy.
-
Alright. I need to just stop looking at the weather forecast.
Every time I look at the NOAA 8-14 day outlook it gets worse. It was looking good a few days ago and now it looks really bad. 70% - 80% chance of higher than average temperatures.
-
Alright. I need to just stop looking at the weather forecast.
Every time I look at the NOAA 8-14 day outlook it gets worse. It was looking good a few days ago and now it looks really bad. 70% - 80% chance of higher than average temperatures.
Well hopefully they are wrong like they were last week on the extended this time in our favor. I keep hoping it changes for the better but looks to keep getting worse. Happy I didn't buy a bunch of new stuff this year or a new sled.
-
It will happen or we can get in our chariots and go for a ride
-
right on F&R ,rivers are another option,same ol story every year haha
"All in good time,All in good time"
WW 1939 ;D ;D ;D ;)
-
??? ??? ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/crrTHXyN/Snap-Shot-20200102-095559.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/crrTHXyN)
-
Just pulled it up on the computer , he’s still out there
-
Well hopefully they are wrong like they were last week on the extended this time in our favor. I keep hoping it changes for the better but looks to keep getting worse. Happy I didn't buy a bunch of new stuff this year or a new sled.
Warm weather is my fault. I bought a new shanty and registered my sled. :%$#!:
-
It seem getting good ice on Oneida later in January is becoming the normal weather pattern. I can remember getting out before Christmas back in the 1980s was normal.
I'll take credit for the late ice last year, but it looks like PerchEyes is the culprit this year.
-
It seem getting good ice on Oneida later in January is becoming the normal weather pattern. I can remember getting out before Christmas back in the 1980s was normal.
I'll take credit for the late ice last year, but it looks like PerchEyes is the culprit this year.
really I can't ......
-
Cornell had a study once about average complete ice up from the time they started keeping record was like jan 11th, if i remember correct, i never can recall pre xmas safe ice being normal but i could be wrong
-
WOW.....The 10 day forecast is really not good for any ice making whatsoever........gonn a be a pretty short season by the way it looks.......all you winter haters better enjoy........personall y ,it sucks :o.......probably my last full ice season too......will be going south for winters after my wife retires next Dec. :'(
-
don't let her retire
-
don't let her retire
I'll let you tell her that :whistle:
-
My wife want's to go south since we are both recently retired . I said, "be careful, don't get sun burned. I'm going ice fishing."
-
Sounds like a 12 month golf season for you scout57 starting next year !
a couple of week long winter ice trips north to Oneida to scratch the ice itch... then back south to golf and open water fish until spring...not to shabby if you ask me !
-
Sounds like a 12 month golf season for you scout57 starting next year !
a couple of week long winter ice trips north to Oneida to scratch the ice itch... then back south to golf and open water fish until spring...not to shabby if you ask me !
:clap:.......yep....my thoughts exactly
-
she's earned the rite to enjoy warmth, putting up with my hobbies for 40 yrs....all good yrs by the way....at least in my eyes ;D
-
You won't have to WAIT for good ice, it will be a phone call away. "Is it ready yet?....h2l
-
WOW.....The 10 day forecast is really not good for any ice making whatsoever........gonn a be a pretty short season by the way it looks.......all you winter haters better enjoy........personall y ,it sucks :o.......probably my last full ice season too......will be going south for winters after my wife retires next Dec. :'(
Tell her when she retires you want to look at lakefront houses... then when you find the right one around here take her and show her instead of having 2 places this one permanent.
-
scout a sun burn is better then frost bite
-
gotta stop looking at the 10 day forecasts.....gets more depressing every day......
-
Haven’t looked in over a week and had a snow squall came thru awhile ago
-
Yeah they keep moving the carrot just out of reach.
It might be another year like 2012. It can change fast though.
-
Yeah they keep moving the carrot just out of reach.
It might be another year like 2012. It can change fast though.
we can only hope
-
tug hill businesses,ski slopes,bait shops all will be hurt if it doesn't start cooling off a bit
-
My bud scored a nice fish today ,👍
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1DY0CQX/2-C2-BA099-B362-47-B1-8400-085-C2646-E0-DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1DY0CQX)
-
That’s a nice Landlocked. I bet that was fun to get through the hole.
-
nice salmon man
-
Nice pic Fred! Glad you guys are scratching the itch
-
2 guys off of beach
-
I'm actually at a loss of words..... I promised myself I wasn't going to say a word this year ...... but we now know the two dumbest people in new York ....
-
All the ice from Constantia to Borios is gone, still some in front and east of town around grassy and little island. Really A blessing in disguise to start fresh with new ice, rather than the other crap we had. Cleaned the carbs on the sled today, I give it 2 weeks, that water is damn cold already.
:)
-
Nice Brown your bud got Fred. ;D. ;)
-
I heard 2 guys went swimming big bay....I have no idea if it's true heard it 2nd hand at the gas station
-
now theres another guy out in front of sylvan
-
now theres another guy out in front of sylvan
5:10 pm and this idiot is still out there........ya can't fix dumbness
-
I was watching him and it looks like maybe he's getting wet
-
Pretty sure that black spot has been out there in the same spot 24-7 for the past few days...... ;) JMO..
-
I'm actually at a loss of words..... I promised myself I wasn't going to say a word this year ...... but we now know the two dumbest people in new York ....
Police should take them for a mental exam..
-
Pretty sure that black spot has been out there in the same spot 24-7 for the past few days...... ;) JMO..
been watching the camera for an hour and a half.....seeing a headlamp shining toward shore every now and then....called Oneida county sheriffs and they sai they have already recieved calls......hoping that if we is out there he is alright
-
sorry scout I didn'tget rigt back at you I called in when he first acted in trouble
-
Dont tell me somebody has been walking around out there :cookoo: :cookoo:
-
he's coming to shoreline as we speak
-
watching someone walk off
-
watching someone walk off
he is safely on shore and didn't appear to be wet.......goof ball.......trying for the sylvan beach crappy bite >:(....can't fix stupidity
-
His bucket look like it had some weight 👍
-
Freddie my wife watched shaking her head saying dumb dumb
-
He will be back tomorrow if he’s not working
-
probably why he is out there not working making some money
-
I heard the same thing Trapp. around mid day the water rescue went flying by my house. Sully
-
where people mess up ,they walk out in the morning and fish when it's time to leave that ice has been getting weaker all day ,they try to walk in and go in.......carry that spud check the ice while your out there and use it to get off ......now this isn't rocket science it's been warm as hell and the ice all sucks ..... another thing carry a cell phone if you can't get off call for help...... not telling you not to go ,I am telling you good idea to be prepared......hate to see someone I like drown over a perch
sully you tie the rope around your neck and walk out if ya go threw i'll pull ya out with the truck :roflmao:....you stay safe ole boy
-
I was going to ask you to do the same !!! I haven't been out on any ice, not even in the yard !! Sully...
-
we got time sully .......it won't be long and well have safe ice
-
Counted over 50 swans this morn in some open water east of the point. Hope they aren't eating all the bait. The ice that is there is rugged and not safe, Messengers has open water out a quarter mile off shore.
-
Hope we get the rain and start over at this point. Last years rough ice in some spots was terrible. Figures I sold my boat last fall. Time to get shopping
-
swans aren't fish eaters
-
Forecasting 1.5 inches of rain for Saturday!!! Not so good for icefishing!!
SeanP
-
Thers is someone out of Sylvan Beach again. Guess he/she did not see that someone fell through Big Bay. Sure hope they do not fall through. ???
-
Yep saw that , maybe catch him at shore and get an ice report for the eager beavers 😉
-
Oneida 1 I did not know that swans did not eat fish, never to old to learn.
-
those are mute swans and are invasive meaner then heck and kill other water fowl
-
The extended forecast finally looks somewhat promising starting the end of next week. Its about time.
-
Sucks them swans get a free pass here in New Yorkistan. Should be open season on them evil creatures.....but they look so cute!!! Would love to draw a tag for one of them.
-
The extended forecast finally looks somewhat promising starting the end of next week. Its about time.
I was just looking at this as well and I agree it looks pretty good. Lets just hope they're right this time.
-
I guess this is one way to do it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MM1nydKm/010820200718-l.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MM1nydKm)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Sucks them swans get a free pass here in New Yorkistan. Should be open season on them evil creatures.....but they look so cute!!! Would love to draw a tag for one of them.
Me to they taste so good. My buddy gets a tag every year in NC can kill 1 bird a year
-
Hey Diehards. I'm a student up at the Cornell Biological Field Station in Bridgeport who has been studying wildlife and fish consumption at Oneida lake for the past couple of years now. My goal this winter is to quantify how ice fishing contributes to the local food basket, and I figured the best way to do that was to ask the experts themselves.
If you are interested in sparing some of your time and knowledge I have an online survey that takes about 15 minutes to do, or if you have more to say beyond how much fish you eat you can email me. Here's the link and my email address:
https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF (https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF)
[email protected]
I love to chat about fishing so please don't be shy ;D
-
guessing that same jackass is out off the beach again today in this wind......that ice will be rocking
-
Darwins principle in action.......
-
Hey Diehards. I'm a student up at the Cornell Biological Field Station in Bridgeport who has been studying wildlife and fish consumption at Oneida lake for the past couple of years now. My goal this winter is to quantify how ice fishing contributes to the local food basket, and I figured the best way to do that was to ask the experts themselves.
If you are interested in sparing some of your time and knowledge I have an online survey that takes about 15 minutes to do, or if you have more to say beyond how much fish you eat you can email me. Here's the link and my email address:
https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF (https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF)
[email protected]
I love to chat about fishing so please don't be shy ;D
Survey completed.
I am sure you have heard of the Wild Harvest Initiative? It is interesting to understand how much wild food we acquire and even more interesting to see how much we share with others.
-
Survey completed.
I am sure you have heard of the Wild Harvest Initiative? It is interesting to understand how much wild food we acquire and even more interesting to see how much we share with others.
Yes I have! It's exciting to see Shane Mahoney bring this conversation to the forefront. As far as I understand, their data from the last 5 years is supposed to come out in 2020 and I think it will really change how the feds support conservation and recreational access in the Farm bill. The more connections made between wildlife and food security, the more valuable that undeveloped land looks on paper.
Thank you for your support!
-
Survey completed ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXT5MzgV/212-A0-D35-C95-B-441-D-A742-129-E9-EDA7420.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXT5MzgV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/kVXzGyvB/90-BEDDC9-F632-438-F-BB42-446-DAB7-B8-CFF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVXzGyvB)
-
Hey Diehards. I'm a student up at the Cornell Biological Field Station in Bridgeport who has been studying wildlife and fish consumption at Oneida lake for the past couple of years now. My goal this winter is to quantify how ice fishing contributes to the local food basket, and I figured the best way to do that was to ask the experts themselves.
https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF (https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yGUekrShAi7fIF)
[email protected]
I love to chat about fishing so please don't be shy ;D
survey completed.
I was wondering if you could fill us in on a few Oneida fishing questions.
I hooked a bunch of sturgeon again this spring while fishing for walleye at Sylvan Beach. Are the sturgeon numbers continuing to go up on Oneida?
What is the largest one that Cornell has netted in their study?
Do you think there will ever be an open season on sturgeon on Oneida lake ?
Are the white perch numbers going up or down?...yellow perch numbers up or down?
The millions of mayflies that hatched on Oneida was staggering again this year...windrows of tens of thousands of mayfly shucks for hundreds of yards on the surface in many locations on the lake. What is the exact specie of mayfly? Hexagenia? Are they on the increase too? Some walleyes and perch were stuffed with those flies for a few weeks during those hatches.
Any answers would be appreciated.
-
Nice lakers Fred.
-
Nice fish Fred fillet !
-
didnt realize theres lakers in onieda!!!! ;D :icefish:
-
Survey completed ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXT5MzgV/212-A0-D35-C95-B-441-D-A742-129-E9-EDA7420.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXT5MzgV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/kVXzGyvB/90-BEDDC9-F632-438-F-BB42-446-DAB7-B8-CFF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVXzGyvB)
nice job gentleman........yummy .......
-
nice job gentleman
thanks trapper2000
-
goonboy I hear good things about you ......keep up the good work....nice you both scored nice fish
-
Nice job on the Lakers Fred and Goon
-
Nice fish. Congrats to you both...h2l
-
Dang , How big are those fish Fred fillet and Goonboy?
great job to both of you.
-
Dang , How big are those fish Fred fillet and Goonboy?
great job to both of you.
wring them out and fill a can of crisco
-
Nice fish, guys. Bet they were fun!
-
survey completed.
I was wondering if you could fill us in on a few Oneida fishing questions.
I hooked a bunch of sturgeon again this spring while fishing for walleye at Sylvan Beach. Are the sturgeon numbers continuing to go up on Oneida?
What is the largest one that Cornell has netted in their study?
Do you think there will ever be an open season on sturgeon on Oneida lake ?
Are the white perch numbers going up or down?...yellow perch numbers up or down?
The millions of mayflies that hatched on Oneida was staggering again this year...windrows of tens of thousands of mayfly shucks for hundreds of yards on the surface in many locations on the lake. What is the exact specie of mayfly? Hexagenia? Are they on the increase too? Some walleyes and perch were stuffed with those flies for a few weeks during those hatches.
Any answers would be appreciated.
Sure thing. As far as the surgeons go, they are still stocking 500 in the lake each year. The older ones are beginning to reproduce naturally so numbers are steadily increasing, but it will be a long time (20+ years) before anyone is confident enough to allow for an open season. The largest sturgeon was caught just last summer at 139 lbs!
Yellow perch numbers have been increasing since 2014, and the population now is higher than it was predicted to be back in 2000. White perch numbers, however, are decreasing.
The most common mayfly on the lake that you are probably encountering is Hexagenia limbata. While there are accounts of them being insanely abundant in the 1800s their numbers crashed a few decades ago. Since then they are showing signs of recovery and we are almost sure that the numbers are increasing. The reason is unknown.
Hope that helps.
-
Pumped to see the results of the study. Be sure to post them for us! Definitely will be paying attention. @)
-
Thanks for the good info Edwards!
-
Sucks them swans get a free pass here in New Yorkistan. Should be open season on them evil creatures.....but they look so cute!!! Would love to draw a tag for one of them.
Yeah I have a hard time sleeping at night knowing that swans get to go unshot.
-
Edwards99. Just filled out the survey. Although I am not a fanatic, I do like to get on Oneida a few times a year. Thanks for your info and good luck with your study.
-
Yeah I have a hard time sleeping at night knowing that swans get to go unshot.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/7076.html
they are a invasive species that attack and have killed native water fowl I think you will see more and more removal by government .....they wouldn't be that bad a problem if they weren't so mean
-
wring them out and fill a can of crisco
I don’t think you will these 😉
(https://i.postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T/335-A81-EA-F16-C-4336-8287-D78-A4-F606-DEA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T)
-
Sure thing. As far as the surgeons go, they are still stocking 500 in the lake each year. The older ones are beginning to reproduce naturally so numbers are steadily increasing, but it will be a long time (20+ years) before anyone is confident enough to allow for an open season. The largest sturgeon was caught just last summer at 139 lbs!
Yellow perch numbers have been increasing since 2014, and the population now is higher than it was predicted to be back in 2000. White perch numbers, however, are decreasing.
The most common mayfly on the lake that you are probably encountering is Hexagenia limbata. While there are accounts of them being insanely abundant in the 1800s their numbers crashed a few decades ago. Since then they are showing signs of recovery and we are almost sure that the numbers are increasing. The reason is unknown.
Hope that helps.
thanks for the answers and information Edwards99. Keep up the good work there at the Cornell Bio Station on Oneida.
-
I don’t think you will these 😉
(https://i.postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T/335-A81-EA-F16-C-4336-8287-D78-A4-F606-DEA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T)
Looks fine to me Fred.
-
Edwards66...thought you might like this picture I took this year of one of the many wind rows containing uncountable numbers of those mayfly shucks on the surface , north shore Oneida lake.
Wind , waves and current concentrated them into these wind rows. Looks like an oil slick, but it is actually mayfly shucks packed together for hundreds of yards long.
(https://i.postimg.cc/75s83HNN/20190626-090517.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75s83HNN)
-
I don’t think you will these 😉
(https://i.postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T/335-A81-EA-F16-C-4336-8287-D78-A4-F606-DEA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6wxfJ9T)
I am interested in knowing what your taste tester says Freddie ... I honestly never tasted a laker I liked but I never seen them that color either
-
The 8-14 Day NOAA forecast is slowly getting better but not a major cool down.
-
I am interested in knowing what your taste tester says Freddie ... I honestly never tasted a laker I liked but I never seen them that color either
Just like browns, some have a nice orange color and some are very pale. I know some people that like trout just as much as perch and eyes. I take it in moderation. maybe 1 or 2 grilled trout meals a year. Then we pressure can some and use them for fish patties and that is really good.
The one thing that drives me nuts is how much of that fish gets wasted. I look at charters with full racks of salmon and trout and you know half of that meat is getting freezer burned and tossed in the trash.
-
, Bruce I to hate when food is wasted
-
Just checked the Sylvan Beach web cams. Six brave lads out there today.
-
The 8-14 Day NOAA forecast is slowly getting better but not a major cool down.
Darn, I sure hope it freezes up soon.
I took it to the next level of being an Oneida Lake Diehard last April. I got a boat slip on the north shore , and got in over 60 fun fishing trips on Oneida from late april to October and paid for the slip for this year 2020 already. It is amazing how many productive " spot on spots" you can find on that lake.
Been dying to ice fish some of those spots, but mother nature has not cooperated yet.
Just like browns, some have a nice orange color and some are very pale. I know some people that like trout just as much as perch and eyes. I take it in moderation. maybe 1 or 2 grilled trout meals a year. Then we pressure can some and use them for fish patties and that is really good.
The one thing that drives me nuts is how much of that fish gets wasted. I look at charters with full racks of salmon and trout and you know half of that meat is getting freezer burned and tossed in the trash.
I used to waste a lot of fish myself...freezer burnt etc. I just release All Lakers now, and give away any salmon I catch to friends and family that like them. I do enjoy the browns and rainbows, along with the walleyes , perch and panfish.... no waste on them!
-
I never cared for lakers but this year I gave it one last shot with a couple 18-20" fish out of Owasco during open water. Wrapped them in tin foil with lots of butter, fresh lemon, and herbs then threw them on the grill and they came out amazing. As for the lakers over 20" they get a free pass from me.
-
Edwards66...thought you might like this picture I took this year of one of the many wind rows containing uncountable numbers of those mayfly shucks on the surface , north shore Oneida lake.
Wind , waves and current concentrated them into these wind rows. Looks like an oil slick, but it is actually mayfly shucks packed together for hundreds of yards long.
(https://i.postimg.cc/75s83HNN/20190626-090517.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75s83HNN)
That is awesome! I remember my first summer at the field station seeing our buildings go from white to brown in one night because of those guys. We aren't to the point of shoveling them out of the streets yet but it's great to see them coming back so strong.
Thank you all so much for the support. My portion of the study wraps up in May and I will be sure to keep you updated on the results. Happy fishing
-
I had lakers fromowasco skinny and Ontario i didnt like any of them however i never seen laker fillets look like those i would try them
-
Just checked the Sylvan Beach web cams. Six brave lads out there today.
was one the brave souls this morning......4" of ok ice.......only went out to 21 fow.......scooted at 10 before the heavy stuff started......spudded my way out with no issues........appeared to be pretty uniform in thickness where I was.......last day out there until next freeze up....top was getting very wet when I left.......decent meal of perch with a half dozen short eyes....typical beach bowl
-
It would be nice if someone local could tie a piece of survey ribbon on to one of the posts at Sylvan Beach, in the view of the Sunset cam. We could see if the wind is plowing and get an idea of just how hard and direction. This would also help to know your looking at a live picture. There are 3 posts on the right that look like snow fence stakes that would work well. Just an idea...
-
well scout sounds like you did ok, im still waiting but the itch is getting bad lol....
-
was one the brave souls this morning......4" of ok ice.......only went out to 21 fow.......scooted at 10 before the heavy stuff started......spudded my way out with no issues........appeared to be pretty uniform in thickness where I was.......last day out there until next freeze up....top was getting very wet when I left.......decent meal of perch with a half dozen short eyes....typical beach bowl
Scout,
Thanks for the report.
Let’s hope the ice makes it to next Thursday when temps finally turns in our favor.
-
ED99 survey completed....i just stopped up to camp this afternoon to fill propane and go thru all my ice gear we are good to go...stopped into Apps to grab a few things and said hi to Dave and Peg they are fully stocked and have everything u need and what works on the lake...ice at camp out to the islands hope it blows off so we can start with a new sheet...now at the casino with the wife hope she wins big so she can cover my bar tab seeing we can't fish
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDtfKSdG/48485.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDtfKSdG)
-
Close enough
-
Nice
-
PP, maybe you can buy some perch...Congrats...h2l
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDtfKSdG/48485.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDtfKSdG)
Did she pick up the bar tab?
-
Good work PP!
-
She won a little over a grand got zoned in like I do when my Vex is light up
(https://i.postimg.cc/75Gnmzrs/48497.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75Gnmzrs)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Pp2Dtfkv/48520.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Pp2Dtfkv)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyjcYWcJ/48493.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyjcYWcJ)
-
that's awesome man ..... :clap:
-
Holy white caps, it's blowing like hell out there this morning.
:)
-
Holy white caps, it's blowing like hell out there this morning.
:)
Head to the canal I’m sure some sonar fishermen will be there 😉
-
Head to the canal I’m sure some sonar fishermen will be there 😉
I'm sure they can get a good cast today down there ;)
-
That is awesome! I remember my first summer at the field station seeing our buildings go from white to brown in one night because of those guys. We aren't to the point of shoveling them out of the streets yet but it's great to see them coming back so strong.
Thank you all so much for the support. My portion of the study wraps up in May and I will be sure to keep you updated on the results. Happy fishing
Glad you liked the pictureEdwards66. It was really cool to see mother nature at work like that.
Looking forward to seeing the results of the study .
-
That is awesome! I remember my first summer at the field station seeing our buildings go from white to brown in one night because of those guys. We aren't to the point of shoveling them out of the streets yet but it's great to see them coming back so strong.
Thank you all so much for the support. My portion of the study wraps up in May and I will be sure to keep you updated on the results. Happy fishing
They still trawling for walleyes on Oneida? Last time I was there they were trawling walleyes checking for gametes. 4 coolers full of dead walleyes were going to get thrown into the dumpster. I was not amused.
-
Some die hards out in front of Cleveland today.
:)
-
Temps looking good for the end of January ice:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XQv9MQuEjISk5vf8k4B6IQqxfiNshzy_HJggK3qO52TrxpHU3H5QelxKr4YbYu0VMi-cVwP_Fin3GL5IP46pJI1L93bKHXQNZVqMBUOlhEOHAUXdDZK35igtwe7cwEnUN38O8RrQauBEWOrGCU7nCeGIvtEtn_uQAByLniY2jtsYU5hMLN2TSsXfLoegG5GtXanw6KwO9G3zV3EMnySQdV0u6YXCbsHZIHwXprfMjzk3jfj9VycQHjbxDfiCjYXYwtVkC-1hJV93mHw-hLIZmlhE6jx2G4E6Nuk2B0ktrlonHz-2gNM5nBsT0XJppCLpd_XrwP4VdiwnsYy4JNUWwhzZFTPr4Q3zM-Yc_Bj8TObvgtxO6xsORUxLH-bYyH6pqhgNOBnbB32slkUoco3Em-I2hx9lbXzyA570y8_0vOMquu7fNeBNukwEWPmcfDWvwKRfHsnPQKU8r4tVRrVH5fbG60rt2jPh2IsiNZbO7MA-C3oKCJmcjU1rhWRk2HuYw6KsfPzDT5AI9g4GSEqH5n6uvWTCxdbhbley_xHBYbeIndzl-Vhn5ZvIiIhJSa4Ep5-UJJdXpoDU1ov3PN1JU99sau1RyyNATEdCzn7CI_0yNf1r8dMWjvK-tcj1NxDzx1bSc8C1Tn3eETnNyOkISrkEi-eZ87GkQEwc0mWApQy7Fnt9mobCMGc=w1216-h898-no)
-
when we finally get enough ice, parking is going to be hard to get. Hopefully the lake will be capped again soon.
-
when we finally get enough ice, parking is going to be hard to get. Hopefully the lake will be capped again soon.
Wait tell next season at the beach with the casino being open.
:unsure: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
So how many lunatics does everyone think will head out Saturday morning?
My guess, too many hope everyone stays safe.
-
Just hoping any new ice doesn't get buried with snow. Not normally a fan of big wind but might help us out.
-
Just hoping any new ice doesn't get buried with snow. Not normally a fan of big wind but might help us out.
Yeah hopefully it doesn’t freeze until after this weekend.
-
Just hoping any new ice doesn't get buried with snow. Not normally a fan of big wind but might help us out.
X2
-
Murphy's law "whatever can go wrong, will go wrong." .............crazy year
-
Sounds like snow and cold temps will hit about same time so it may be a little slushy depending on how much snow when it does freeze but I dont think we will have ice before snow, there is some ice left out in front of beach and east end but thats ill i saw from bridgeport to beach south shore
-
UMMMMMM Yes please ;D
-
Pretty cool. I wonder what their tree stands look like....h2l
-
it's not as nice as your new shelter dots!!!!
-
it's not as nice as your new shelter dots!!!!
Or the living room he assembled it in 😁
-
:roflmao: :roflmao: :afro:
Or the living room he assembled it in 😁
-
:roflmao: :roflmao: :afro:
Just get your self better so you can use it.................... :P
-
Just get your self better so you can use it.................... :P
He probably has to take it apart first to get it out of his loving room! ;D
-
got a goldfish bowl in there and he fishes to he has good ice
-
Goon and I , hit the ice yesterday for some trout action , first 2 places Shore line wasn’t to our liking , didn’t wet a line until 11:00 , fished a new spot , we managed 1 and lost a few do to human error😜 but we’re fishing , few more days it will open up a few more places , lots of time left
(https://i.postimg.cc/jwrpvv0Q/095-ABAFD-359-C-4892-AFB7-FCAB8-C6638-F0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jwrpvv0Q)
-
Nice work Fred!
-
Nice one Fred. But they dont taste like perch.... ;)
-
But he is "catching". Congrats....h2l
-
the goon and legion score again! was the fillets on that one red like the other one????
-
Yes trapp nice looking fillets
-
ain't that something must be from thier food ...try one ....but have a cold beer close just in case they taste the same
-
Fish that aren’t tasty, bourbon for them and after 2 who cares 😜
-
Nice Fork Tail Fred ;) hope you got to follow along on FB John, Mrs. Bush and I had some laughs at Release's expense :roflmao: :roflmao: :woot:
-
Just get your self better so you can use it.................... :P
I'm on the road my man, feels like I finally turned the corner. Energy is getting back to normal, and the pain finally let go. Now I just gotta be patient for a bit so I don't jack anything up.
Bruce, No lol. But I do have to turn it on its side ;D
-
dots you be careful and i'll punch a few holes for you anytime buddy
-
dots you be careful and i'll punch a few holes for you anytime buddy
Preciate it Trapp ;) And trust me I will, this has been horrible. Shame to come this far and have to go backwards....
-
you hang in there
-
Fish that aren’t tasty, bourbon for them and after 2 who cares 😜
Basil Haydens? Sign me up!
-
Nice Laker Freddie! We will be pounding the eyes soon ;)
-
Nice Laker Freddie! We will be pounding the eyes soon ;)
X2
-
Nice Laker Freddie! We will be pounding the eyes soon ;)
Sounds like a plan Bob
Thanks guys wish I had started fishing lakers a long time ago , but it is fun trying to figure them out
Yes Edd she couldn’t wait to bust on me , was funny thanks for the laughs , 👍
-
This should be interesting. About 5 years ago the lake froze despite the wind and lake effect snow. I could see that happening today or tonight.
The weather channel says 3”-5” from the “storm”? If that wind stays up it could just blow off anyway.
-
This should be interesting. About 5 years ago the lake froze despite the wind and lake effect snow. I could see that happening today or tonight.
The weather channel says 3”-5” from the “storm”? If that wind stays up it could just blow off anyway.
Everything looks like it depends on when it locks up. If locked b4 heavy wind should be ok for a little snow to blow off if it freezes while snowing heavy we all need to be careful out there.
-
still whitecapping in front of Chapman park.....tough to tell what's in front of the beach....looks like some ripples in spots out there, but not positive
-
can you post the link to chapmans web cam
-
can you post the link to chapmans web cam
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300 (https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300)
The West end was froze over on my way in to work. The North Shore cam shows that froze over too. A big contrast from what the Chapman cam looks like. You can see all the ice in the background though. It kind of looks like that is the only area without ice right now.
-
It’s still open water with thin floating ice pieces right now down here. It looked like it was locked but the dark areas aren’t clean ice, they’re open.
-
5 degrees and no wind in Constantia. :)
-
Nice Laker Freddie! Don't forget guys, to chant ZERO ZERO ZERO while peeing off the deck...the lake should freeze shortly after a series of that. Lmfao...try it ;D
-
5 degrees and a light chop around Lewis Point, no ice to be seen.
-
Was watching some old open water videos that mentioned Sugarloaf Bar... I think it is on the east end of Shackelton Shoal... can anyone confirm the location? Navionics doesn't show it by name. Thanks.
-
Was watching some old open water videos that mentioned Sugarloaf Bar... I think it is on the east end of Shackelton Shoal... can anyone confirm the location? Navionics doesn't show it by name. Thanks.
correct
-
Thanks scout57,
So it is just the name given to the east side of Shackelton I take it.
-
More has continued to form since sun up should be completely iced up by tmrw morning, then lets hope it just keeps building more
-
lake neatahwanta skimmed over from snow ice ....trouble is tomorrow and next day both hit into the 30's with a total of a foot of snow on the way ....cross your fingers boy or we all go to Seneca lake and fish for perch
-
Was watching some old open water videos that mentioned Sugarloaf Bar... I think it is on the east end of Shackelton Shoal... can anyone confirm the location? Navionics doesn't show it by name. Thanks.
Nav does show the shack by name on my app
-
Shows the Shack but not Sugarloaf.
-
Thanks scout57,
So it is just the name given to the east side of Shackelton I take it.
no....it is a separate shoal on the s/e end of shacks......one of the shallowest shoals on shacks
-
More has continued to form since sun up should be completely iced up by tmrw morning, then lets hope it just keeps building more
Bring on the ice
-
Sugar loaf is on the old maps that apps has
-
Thanks for the background on Sugarloaf Shoal guys!
-
Wow does that name (SugarLoaf) bring back memories. My Dad a WW2 vet (Marine Raiders) fought at a place called Sugar Loaf Hiil or ridge. I believe on Bouganville. I know nothing to do with the topic. Just wanted to share.
-
My Bad...Okinowa.
-
already a guy off the beach........he's got bigger ones than me....hope he spuds
-
I watched a guy walk out with a spud bar on the sunset cam around 3:30 today.
He was just carrying a spud bar, walked right out without checking the ice until he was quite a ways out.
Looked like he was trying to cut a hole with the spud bar or was checking thickness, then left.
I just looked again and someone appears to be fishing.
-
already a guy off the beach........he's got bigger ones than me....hope he spuds
I watched a guy walk out with a spud bar on the sunset cam around 3:30 today.
He was just carrying a spud bar, walked right out without checking the ice until he was quite a ways out.
Looked like he was trying to cut a hole with the spud bar or was checking thickness, then left.
I just looked again and someone appears to be fishing.
Yup here we go. I knew they were gonna flock there tomorrow. Like I stated before hope everyone stays safe.
-
drove past big bay around noon. alot of the bay is wide open. the snow insulated what ice is there, and with the foot of snow we have coming, it's going to be just a few days more. it won't be long guys and gals. sully...
-
drove past big bay around noon. alot of the bay is wide open. the snow insulated what ice is there, and with the foot of snow we have coming, it's going to be just a few days more. it won't be long guys and gals. sully...
I have plans to come up the 1st of Feb
COOOMMME OOONNNN ICE
-
I headed back up north this morning even with the barometer screaming
Dying to try my new rod built by mad river tackle and it’s very comfortable and with loads of back bone
Great job Carl
(https://i.postimg.cc/zHmgKd0C/B12-E015-D-0-D6-A-4-A1-C-9990-26190-BA3-DA43.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHmgKd0C)
-
I headed back up north this morning even with the barometer screaming
Dying to try my new rod built by mad river tackle and it’s very comfortable and with loads of back bone
Great job Carl
(https://i.postimg.cc/zHmgKd0C/B12-E015-D-0-D6-A-4-A1-C-9990-26190-BA3-DA43.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHmgKd0C)
yup the old man did it again today glad he got it on that new rod ,and yes that rod is sweet as hell @)
-
Nice Job Fred.
-
Freddie you animal! Nice job homey!
-
Thanks guys , it’s team work 👍
It was a bit 🥶 so I broke out my heavy suit and , my trans Alaskans
-
already a guy off the beach........he's got bigger ones than me....hope he spuds
May have been a friend of mine I talked to last nite. Stopped there on his way to black lake fished a little outa the beach. He didn’t give me a report on ice so it must have been real sketchy.
-
Way to go Freddie! Another great laker. COLD you say? It was 12*s when I came home yesterday!
I just can't imagaine how cold it was up north sitting outside on some ice...heater or not!
Be safe walkin' upon the water guys. ><{{{*>
-
6 shantys on the beach watch one guy walk in spudding at least taking quick wacks as he went .....
-
6 shantys on the beach watch one guy walk in spudding at least taking quick wacks as he went .....
Got a thickness report? Yet
-
go check ....that's the only way you know for sure
-
Don’t worry bout it then if you don’t want to tell how much ice there is at sylvan. There is good people still that will tell.
-
Sorry for asking but I lost the link for the Sylvan Beach web cam. Can someone post it here. Thanks.
-
Don’t worry bout it then if you don’t want to tell how much ice there is at sylvan. There is good people still that will tell.
Good people?? There are also good people who will bs you. All hes saying is to be sure check for yourself. Or you can check conditions on the ice conditions page.
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
-
Sorry for asking but I lost the link for the Sylvan Beach web cam. Can someone post it here. Thanks.
I just google sylvan beach web cams
I don't give ice reports 1 if you say the ice is unsafe people yell and say yes it is if you say it's 4 inches someone else says it's 7 and God forbid if someone steps in a gas hole after you said it was safe ......nope you go check yourself use your ruler and then you know .....your a big boy you make your own decision if you should be out there or not ...
-
Agree with trap more so with early ice never know what's out there...
-
East side of Lewis is locked west side has open water between shore ice and main lake so I would say the ice is still pushing. Shore ice is pretty chunky.
-
Trap is right, i have been on 12" of good ice and walked 20' and drilled 4" so don't be fooled that the ice forms evenly.
-
xc600 wind is going to pick up and snow ....cross your fingers ......canal locked up
-
Besides...all trapp mentioned was that he "saw" guys out at sylvan....hard to tell how thick the ice is from the car.
-
Besides...all trapp mentioned was that he "saw" guys out at sylvan....hard to tell how thick the ice is from the car.
seen them on the cam!!!! that's what the conversation was ,I ain't been out there in 2 weeks I been fishing open water
-
It’s very comical to me that people continue to ask if the ice is safe or how much there is. It’s so annoying😂
-
It’s very comical to me that people continue to ask if the ice is safe or how much there is. It’s so annoying😂
and they get mad when you don't tell them ......
-
seen them on the cam!!!! that's what the conversation was ,I ain't been out there in 2 weeks I been fishing open water
That's even more comical...to think you could report ice thickness...btw I've been open water fishing too from boat on Cayuga lake...perch and puckered...kept a nice puckered...so yummy!
-
john you know me I'm the all powerful trapper I can tell the thinckness of ice sitting 30 miles away watching on a web cam and this guy wants to put his safety in my hands ....exactly why I don't give ice reports....
-
Ice as far as I can see in Cleveland with a couple strips of open water. The snow seems to be blowing off so far.
-
It’s very comical to me that people continue to ask if the ice is safe or how much there is. It’s so annoying😂
Sooo
How thick is the ice?
and they get mad when you don't tell them ......
Just tell me..
>:D
One time last year a guy posted on here asking how thick the ice was on chautauqua lake..
He posted that he was in the parking lot at mayville looking at the lake and didn't see anyone on the ice
Seriously the most idiotic post I have ever seen
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/ (http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/)
Thanks Daker/Trap for helping an old guy out. Cya.
-
Good people?? There are also good people who will bs you. All hes saying is to be sure check for yourself. Or you can check conditions on the ice conditions page.
Yup I found the reports page. Bottom of page 2. No one has posted on it sense January 5th I believe it was. So you telling someone that lives 2hrs away to check there is a joke. No one local to Oneida posts on it. That being said maybe things will change. But prolly not.
-
Like I said too. That’s fine. There will be good people who will make a report.
Have a nice day.
And tomorrow I will make another 1 as well.
-
Yup I found the reports page. Bottom of page 2. No one has posted on it sense January 5th I believe it was. So you telling someone that lives 2hrs away to check there is a joke. No one local to Oneida posts on it. That being said maybe things will change. But prolly not.
What Im saying is its insulting to say someone is not a good person because they wont give you and ice report...thats #1. #2 is....and this happens every yr....this is a bs page for people to bs about oneida lake or whatever. Every yr someone asks for ice conditions and every yr the response is check the conditions page. If theres isnt anything posted then either nobody has been out or simply nobody posted anything soooooo the only way to know is to check it yourself. More often that not people dont give early ice conditions because they dont want to feel responsible if someone goes for a swim. I dont trust anyone with my safety except my so Im gonna check it myself. There are other options....call a local bait shop. They are always helpful. But if you live 20 min or 2 hours away. Checking it yourself is the only real way to know. Im sorry if thats not what you want to hear or if its inconvenient to drive two hours but I live 10 min from Oneida lake and drove the 2+ hrs to fish black lake last week. Sometimes if ya wanna play ya have to pay.
-
as per north shore and south shore cams the snow appears to mostly blowing off the ice.......but probably piling up in places where it blows to........this is new ice on most of the lake.extreme caution should be used fellers.....relax, we will be fishing soon
-
Thanks scout I did see that.
Trying to keep that lake from outsiders is what I’ve seen for years and that is why I’m going to do everything I can to post daily reports on the lake even tho I’m about 2 hrs away.
Have a nice day. Stay safe all
-
LOL yeah oneida is kept to locals really... It may be one of the most heavily ice fished waters in NY,,,,, and how do you keep a 55, 000 acre lake a local secret trap give him the award x2 hes gone above and beyond ...
-
Oneida that's it I had enough tomorrow we put up posted signs locals only!!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Oneida that's it I had enough tomorrow we put up posted signs locals only!!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:
LOL yeah oneida is kept to locals really... It may be one of the most heavily ice fished waters in NY,,,,, and how do you keep a 55, 000 acre lake a local secret trap give him the award x2 hes gone above and beyond ...
Keep hating kids. I need another fan😪
Have a nice day
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PLwTYzxh/IMG-20200118-162136.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PLwTYzxh)
Got snow
-
Ill start at the state owned ramps you know the ones we keep secret lol, also daily reports from 2hrs away should be right on the money man hope he gets good gas in his vehicle 4hrs round trip could get $$$.....but in all seriousness the lake had lots of open areas yesterday give it some time I would say imo....
-
I got a glass of makers mark with 3 inches of crushed ice in it .......that's my ice report for today .......
-
Ya gotta love Up state NY weather 👍
-
Yikes. So many ppl ready to go walking places they shouldn’t be this weekend, based on a damn computer. If you’re asking about ice thicknesses after 2 days of cold, this might not be the weekend for you. Wait one more week and you’ll have your pick of places to go. Those who live near and have been watching the lake, carry on. You know what’s happening out there. Everybody else, beware. Just my opinion. I’m itching to get out there too. But coming from out of town, not knowing what it looked like as it formed and broke and now refreezing. And add some snow to hide things. No thanks. I’m fairly badass lol, I won’t be out this weekend. I’ll be badass organizing my gear for the 7th time this year...
-
Thanks scout I did see that.
Trying to keep that lake from outsiders is what I’ve seen for years and that is why I’m going to do everything I can to post daily reports on the lake even tho I’m about 2 hrs away.
Have a nice day. Stay safe all
I don't think they are keeping "outsiders" away. I think they are keeping people on the top side.
Also... Trapper, you'll run out of paper if you keep up with him
-
pazz I told im 2 tings I don't give ice reports and I watch the people fishing on te web cam ...I have no idea what the ice is like ......he just doesn't want to hear this .... let him get wet.......
"what we have hear is failure to communicate"
-
Keep hating kids. I need another fan😪
Have a nice day
Nobody is hating son. I guess you just dont like working for it....or picking the phone up and calling a bait-shop for info. Its a 21 mile lake. Keep people out lol?? You go ahead and give all the reports you want to but the smart money is on checking it for myself haha.
-
U guys gettin much snow yet?
-
I'm in volney wind is blowing it around my bet 6 inches but we have drifts roads are nasty
-
Ok me included don’t like giving first ice reports as we don’t wish to feel responsible for someone getting wet or worse ,nobody is telling anyone don’t come here , he’ll there is all kinds of reports on the fishing ,
I trust very few people with reports I still do my homework and check it myself ,
Goon and I drove 2hrs to check ice conditions on a lake matter a fact we were out today ,
I was giving info on this lake when there was only dial up and pointing guys in the right direction and lure info which some here don’t know what dial up was 😜
So go ahead and give early ice reports nobody cares , oh yea I hear FB has lots of info , try that
-
Ok me included don’t like giving first ice reports as we don’t wish to feel responsible for someone getting wet or worse ,nobody is telling anyone don’t come here , he’ll there is all kinds of reports on the fishing ,
I trust very few people with reports I still do my homework and check it myself ,
Goon and I drove 2hrs to check ice conditions on a lake matter a fact we were out today ,
I was giving info on this lake when there was only dial up and pointing guys in the right direction and lure info which some here don’t know what dial up was 😜
So go ahead and give early ice reports nobody cares , oh yea I hear FB has lots of info , try that
yes we did and ppl need to go back to how it use to be drive and check for yourself ,if you want to fish
-
pazz I told im 2 tings I don't give ice reports and I watch the people fishing on te web cam ...I have no idea what the ice is like ......he just doesn't want to hear this .... let him get wet.......
"what we have hear is failure to communicate"
Can't fix stupid, that's what Mr. Darwin is for.
-
Keep blowing your own horn trap. All you do is spout off and try to start arguments. If you had said I don’t know the ice haven’t been there or even your touted “I don’t give first ice reports” none of this whole thing would have been started, but like I said locals try not to spread the word of the current conditions has been seen time and time again by many here. So your snotty little remarks and poor demeanor irritates the living crap out of many people as well as being a ploy to goad others into argument.
To those that feel like I’m the bad guy go back and look at how this started and maybe take a look at some of the other threads he posts in.
-
Keep blowing your own horn trap. All you do is spout off and try to start arguments. If you had said I don’t know the ice haven’t been there or even your touted “I don’t give first ice reports” none of this whole thing would have been started, but like I said locals try not to spread the word of the current conditions has been seen time and time again by many here. So your snotty little remarks and poor demeanor irritates the living crap out of many people as well as being a ploy to goad others into argument.
To those that feel like I’m the bad guy go back and look at how this started and maybe take a look at some of the other threads he posts in.
You're either living in your parents basement still or have to have a handicap that's holding you back.
Get out, talk to people face to face. Communicate in real time, see if it's others "demeanor" or yours that need adjusting.....
-
You're either living in your parents basement still or have to have a handicap that's holding you back.
Get out, talk to people face to face. Communicate in real time, see if it's others "demeanor" or yours that need adjusting.....
Ouch , Get a bandage for that one 😃
-
Let’s not get the thread closed before the season even starts. You can tell everyone is starting to get stir crazy and can’t wait to get out. Won’t be too much longer (I hope).
-
Can you blame “the locals”. It is nice having a weekend or 2 before shanty city’s start poping up everywhere and over run parking lots. Not saying there is “safe ice” anywhere right now. What did we do before the internet
-
😁😁😁
Can you blame “the locals”. It is nice having a weekend or 2 before shanty city’s start poping up everywhere and over run parking lots. Not saying there is “safe ice” anywhere right now. What did we do before the internet
No, one can not blame them. It’s the principle of it, don’t want to report don’t, but don’t chime in on a question for reports when you don’t want to report neither.
-
😁😁😁
No, one can not blame them. It’s the principle of it, don’t want to report don’t, but don’t chime in on a question for reports when you don’t want to report neither.
Asked and answered....this isnt the reports thread. Same thing every yr. On this thread its been that way. I think the “good people” comment is what set a few of us off. Anyway Im dont with it. Said all there is to say. Everyone have a good season
-
so anyone got any idea how thick the ice is ???? don't say it here private message me ...it's ok I'm a local ...... :roflmao:
-
It's like a broken freekin record..... :blink: :blink: Picked up maybe 6 inches of white stuff here, grainy heavy snow. Wind's whippin , venison's searing, drink's are cold and so is the weather! Won't be long till we're too busy fishing to slam on these keyboards all day long. Personally, I'm feeling much better, ready for a nice short walk and some flat fish soon ;)
-
dont worry about it BP i sent a pm to trapper last year to keep it off here not to start a debate.... and he highlighted it and posted it on the forum looking for sympathy when no one would of known but me and him,just who he is , knows how to stir the pot just enough then pull the poor poor trap whys everyone against me???! does it on several sites ,i think (JUST MY OPINION)hes a sad old man who found a platform to bi%$H on... and needs the acknowledgment ...like i say my opinion
cmon ice
-
It's like a broken freekin record..... :blink: :blink: Picked up maybe 6 inches of white stuff here, grainy heavy snow. Wind's whippin , venison's searing, drink's are cold and so is the weather! Won't be long till we're too busy fishing to slam on these keyboards all day long. Personally, I'm feeling much better, ready for a nice short walk and some flat fish soon ;)
Glad your feeling better, any luck you’ll be ready as the ice is. Stay safe.
-
dont worry about it BP i sent a pm to trapper last year to keep it off here not to start a debate.... and he highlighted it and posted it on the forum looking for sympathy when no one would of known but me and him,just who he is , knows how to stir the pot just enough then pull the poor poor trap whys everyone against me???! does it on several sites ,i think (JUST MY OPINION)hes a sad old man who found a platform to bi%$H on... and needs the acknowledgment ...like i say my opinion
cmon ice
ashamed of what you got to say???? I'm not ..... be a man post it right in here
-
ashamed of what you got to say???? I'm not ..... be a man post it right in here
Here you go again. He stated he sent you a pm last year.
-
Lol like someone said before poor conditions everyone board nothing else to do but pound them keypads. In all honestly from what I found 3 to 4” off sylvan beach up to 200yrs out. Any farther than that or to the left or right I have know clue probably not good. If ya are making the trip that’s a start
-
I'm looking to catch my first walleye through the ice. I was told that Oneida is the place to do it. Would anyone be willing to share any info about this lake? Access points, depth, baits, etc... thanks!
-
I'm looking to catch my first walleye through the ice. I was told that Oneida is the place to do it. Would anyone be willing to share any info about this lake? Access points, depth, baits, etc... thanks!
There's no fish in that lake, they call it the dead sea for a reason.
Go up to Chaumont once it freezes, walk past Johnson Shoal. Start jigging with a rap or the likes..
-
Lol like someone said before poor conditions everyone board nothing else to do but pound them keypads. In all honestly from what I found 3 to 4” off sylvan beach up to 200yrs out. Any farther than that or to the left or right I have know clue probably not good. If ya are making the trip that’s a start
Thanks
-
Bowled this afternoon, won a door prize, bottle of whiskey, bottle of vodka and a bottle of wine. Also 5 scratch offs, won $18 on those. Just wish there had been some "popcorn"...h2l
-
I got a old popcorn machine and it is my favorite snack
-
the reason I posted his private message to me was simple ...I and another member posted a prayer for a safe season and our faith in God ....I then was sent a pm stating in vile language there was no God and all that was wrong with me and anyone that believed ......now I am not ashamed to admit I believe in God and have faith I see no reason mr ice should hide his beliefs ...... again I'm not ashamed ....do you think we did something wrong in a prayer for a safe season mr perch?
Tho I may share your believe in the lord I do not agree with you putting one down for their beliefs or air them out either. I don’t know the context of the convo when it happened so can’t say more. Either way you putting the message out was wrong.
-
Time out! I know we're all ready to get out there but lets calm down. Two sides to every story and all. I'm an out of towner and depend on this thread for current conditions, not honey holes or hot spots, just accurate ice conditions. I will share my experiences when I get the chance to get there too. Tight lines.
-
I skimmed through all that nonsense.
Anyway. It doesn’t matter much how much snow I got at my house if it blows off the ice. We’ll see how much snow is on the ice in the morning if there is any ice after the wind.
The forecast keeps getting warmer so I would not get too excited. 8-14 day forecast shows above average. Maybe it will be the first year I get the boat out in February. Either way, it’s not worth fighting over.
All lot of eyes, perch, turkeys, and deer will live through this winter!
-
Thanks reeleyz.
Looking forward to your update tomorrow.
-
Trapper how thick is the ice? Can you please get back to me thanks. I’m two hours away and wanna know if it’s worth driving up for the first ice on Oneida that isn’t safe at all.... thanks😭😂😭😂😭
-
Trapper how thick is the ice? Can you please get back to me thanks. I’m two hours away and wanna know if it’s worth driving up for the first ice on Oneida that isn’t safe at all.... thanks😭😂😭😂😭
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQfD5nXy/393108-B4-099-C-411-A-80-B7-B909783-BB2-C4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQfD5nXy)
Not onedia but close enough
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQfD5nXy/393108-B4-099-C-411-A-80-B7-B909783-BB2-C4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQfD5nXy)
Not onedia but close enough
Thanks dude I’ll go walk on it!! Appreciate it
-
Thanks reeleyz.
Looking forward to your update tomorrow.
It’s not looking good choo choo.
About 1”-2” of snow on top of 3”-4” of slush on top of 1” of ice.
-
Still some open water around the point. Big shove on the east side and about 6-8" of heavy snow.Not good in my area.
-
It’s not looking good choo choo.
About 1”-2” of snow on top of 3”-4” of slush on top of 1” of ice.
Thanks for the info...north shore I presume?
-
Thanks for the info...north shore I presume?
Yessir.
-
Yessir.
ok........
-
could somebody please back fill Lake Ontario.......damn ' I am getting too old for this crap
-
I suggested tarping it years ago.
-
This weather is all my fault I spent a ton on ice fishing gear this year
-
South shore is in rough shape to not looking good....
-
snow didn't do us any favors
-
accuweather 14 day forecast starting Wednesday says above freezing temps every day ,but in the low to mid 20's at nite.....need to knock that snow down to bare ice and this should help a little.....
-
accuweather 14 day forecast starting Wednesday says above freezing temps every day ,but in the low to mid 20's at nite.....need to knock that snow down to bare ice and this should help a little.....
X2
-
could somebody please back fill Lake Ontario.......damn ' I am getting too old for this crap
they can't even get the water level right
-
Your right scout 15 day doesn’t look very promising
By ice or boat them little buggers are going to get caught up with , at least I hope I can remember how to jig or troll them up 🎣
-
WAIT!!!!!! you mean to tellme you can fish for perch and walleyes in open water in the winter????...............why wasn't I told!!!!!
and the rush to tent city is happening right now I may take a gander later
-
WAIT!!!!!! you mean to tellme you can fish for perch and walleyes in open water in the winter????...............why wasn't I told!!!!!
It’s just a rumor 😉
-
found the same as reeleyz did when i checked today on south shore lil less snow but no ice to speak of one maybe two inches, with snow and then slush between snow and ice it wont be making any ice
-
There are 17-18 people out from the beach
-
small village forming.... Ah yes... holiday today, wait, why am I working?
-
There are 17-18 people out from the beach
They are all close together too. Must be nobody wants to go exploring with a spud.
Good for them enjoying the sunshine and fresh air.
-
All in a nice line ,nice day indeed
-
Any word on the ice conditions on the west end ? I'm thinking of BB or Muskrat bay area Thanks
-
beach is a b***h.....lol.......shove is is 2ft + in spots.....tough drillin for this old fart......fishing's not very good either........few shorts, 1 keeper lost on the edge of the shove ice....2 perch and a nice smallie.......lost a couple on the way up also.....not aweful but not great either.....19 fow
-
So believe it or not landed this fish on Oneida Sunday morning. I have no clue what it is technically considered I hear landlocked Atlantic or just a brown. It might start a world war but any input? Was fishing 25fow he came in at 10’ down I reeled up and he hammered it. Let her go wasn’t sure on the laws or what it was. Plus I already had a bucket of perch and walleye(way better eating imo)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYvQTz1y/A2705557-B68-E-4365-BEA3-86286-FB635-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYvQTz1y)
-
im not a trout expert but i think its a brown...maybe??
i believe landlocks spots are a bit different and tail more forked ,just my guess
nice catch though my dogs would love it!!!
-
Flat tail its a brown. By the way with all the people out of the beach not one persons can tell us how thick the ice is where you drilled?
-
Flat tail its a brown. By the way with all the people out of the beach not one persons can tell us how thick the ice is where you drilled?
read back a couple of posts
-
It’s not looking good choo choo.
About 1”-2” of snow on top of 3”-4” of slush on top of 1” of ice.
Yo Bruce,
Come on up bud. We got ice.5 inches on the Pond and 4 inches + @ Green Point. Bring the boys.
Boggey
-
nice land lock
-
Just to let everyone know season is closed on Oneida lake for salmon and trout
Nice fish just the same ,
-
beach is a b***h.....lol.......shove is is 2ft + in spots.....tough drillin for this old fart......fishing's not very good either........few shorts, 1 keeper lost on the edge of the shove ice....2 perch and a nice smallie.......lost a couple on the way up also.....not aweful but not great either.....19 fow
Yo Scout,
OLFART ? OLFART ? We got a union with vested rights. You ain't vested yet. :nono: :nono: :nono:
Boggey
-
fish creek alantic salmon club as stocked alantics in Oneida and a lot of the area
http://fishcreeksalmon.org/ (http://fishcreeksalmon.org/)
-
Yo Bruce,
Come on up bud. We got ice.5 inches on the Pond and 4 inches + @ Green Point. Bring the boys.
Boggey
Better than I would have thought! I am hoping to get them up there soon. Hopefully over the February break.
-
Boggey
Hey Boggey.....my knees and back say I'm vested ;D......oh, and NYS and SS think that I am also.......unfortunate ly ,my brain thinks I can do all the things I used to do ;)
-
well unless something changes in weather, i dont see good safe ice on the main lake this year, hope im wrong but does not look good.
-
well unless something changes in weather, i dont see good safe ice on the main lake this year, hope im wrong but does not look good.
Why do you say that? Does it seem like the slush isn’t gunna freeze?
-
The snow on top will insulate the layer of slush underneath and insulate the ice, keeping slush from freezing and won't build ice, the area I checked today near Chapman only had 2in of ice at most
-
Anyone venture out from apps yet?
-
Wasn’t Chapman open water 2 days ago? 2” sounds like pretty good progress to me.
-
Anyone venture out from apps yet?
That ice is not safe. There was 1” of ice, 4” of slush, and 1”-2” of snow on top yesterday.
-
Just got home from beach. Went out at noon, walk was awful, landed myself in 23 ft. Bought the Panoptix livescope this year 10" model, absolutely crazy!!!! First time getting to use it. Anyway, 2" of solid ice about 8" on top of that was crap with about 4-5" of snow on top of that. The first hour i spent setting up, and getting shove ice that was incredibly annoying and incredibly abundant from out of my fishing hole and out of my sonar hole. Throughout the day i would have to stick my spud down to push over large sheets blocking the holes. I ended up with 2 perch and 12 eyes before my battery died during primetime 4:30 ish. Kept these eyes. Could of used an Uber on the walk back, someday maybe!
(https://i.postimg.cc/pp1DNWmX/0120201934-Burst01.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pp1DNWmX)
-
Thanks for the report. Hoping to make the trip myself later this week. Still nothing safe near Rochester.
-
No problem. The end result, couple family dinners in the near future!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mv9Kd59h/0120202026a-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mv9Kd59h)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MnXZ4B4X/0120202026-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MnXZ4B4X)
-
Do you die hards park at the amusement park? Have never gone out that end . Just curious
-
Yes
-
Thank you ripper
-
Nice going Komo
-
fish fry at komo's
nice!
-
This might be the fourth time in the past fifty years , unsafe conditions for fishing .
-
well just checked the same area as yesterday, no change did not make any ice last night top part of slush did set up but that was it. last night was the last time it shows single digits in 7 day forecast not good
-
there is a red fox out taking a walk on the ice
-
IMO not safe at Lewis. No one has been out, lots of wet spots and shoves. friend of mine walked out at Messengers spud went thru 1 wack. 5 degrees lake needs time.
-
going to be awhile ...that snow didn't help
-
there is a red fox out taking a walk on the ice
not anymore
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLPxbNGd/20191108-080829.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLPxbNGd)
-
Another tent city off the beach today, doesn't anybody work?!
-
Any crazy louie's out with machines yet?
-
Any crazy louie's out with machines yet?
Someone had a snow dog out there yesterday...
(https://i.postimg.cc/d793rDqJ/Screenshot-20200120-171649.png) (https://postimg.cc/d793rDqJ)
-
nice post komo15 thx for report
-
Nice reports on here, so much better than any other site I've been on. I was planning to spud out and check the south shore but from what I'm hearing it's not looking good. Snow, slush, 1" of ice is a bad program.
-
Another tent city off the beach today, doesn't anybody work?!
It's a retirement village.
-
Just got home from beach. Went out at noon, walk was awful, landed myself in 23 ft. Bought the Panoptix livescope this year 10" model, absolutely crazy!!!! First time getting to use it. Anyway, 2" of solid ice about 8" on top of that was crap with about 4-5" of snow on top of that. The first hour i spent setting up, and getting shove ice that was incredibly annoying and incredibly abundant from out of my fishing hole and out of my sonar hole. Throughout the day i would have to stick my spud down to push over large sheets blocking the holes. I ended up with 2 perch and 12 eyes before my battery died during prime time 4:30 ish.
Very complete report komo15. That is how an ice and fishing report should be posted. Then it is up to the individual.
-
Just got home from sylvan. Today was my first time on the lake. Tons of guys out. The ice is no joke. Bottomed out my auger and had to spud through the rest of the way. There were spots my spud went through with 1 wack though so be careful. Had a decent day but had a TON of lookers on all different baits but they seemed almost impossible to convert. Is that how it goes at the beach or is there something I’m doing wrong?
-
Just got home from sylvan. Today was my first time on the lake. Tons of guys out. The ice is no joke. Bottomed out my auger and had to spud through the rest of the way. There were spots my spud went through with 1 wack though so be careful. Had a decent day but had a TON of lookers on all different baits but they seemed almost impossible to convert. Is that how it goes at the beach or is there something I’m doing wrong?
I have noticed the same in the past and was told it was me so maybe it was something you were doing they didn’t like.
-
Welcome to Oneida Lake lol
-
Saw a ton of garbage out there which is unfortunate.
-
the beach will continue on being packed and trashed only place to get on it sounds havent been there myself dont like the crowds, just watched forecast and its flat out bad high 30's day time low is maybe 20 for next 7 days ugh.....
-
What lures and colors do all prefer for perch and walleye. Depth and more would help too. Thanks in advance....
-
dynamite works well
-
jigging raps pimples kastmasters the usual
-
Saw a ton of garbage out there which is unfortunate.
that happens when it's the only game in town.....unfortunately you can't reform scumbags......once a scumbag, always a scumbag
-
stop at app's on the north shore he'll get you headed in the right direction plus have lures and bait :o
-
I checked mid north shore again this afternoon. It was 1”-4” of stuff. Not much “good” ice. I got out 100 yards and it went to 1”.
It is deceiving too. Just because it looks the same as what you just walked on it can be totally different.
Not good.
-
Randy
Onieda along with other lakes are like deer hunting one stand , give it a few days and adjust I've been fishing this lake on and off for over 40 years , yes " locals " know hot spots " or so been told" all lakes are the same , just enjoy days out no one ,and I mean NO ONE kills them every day ,, but that's usually not posted ,unless your looking for help !!!
Stay on top
-
The more you go, the more you know.
-
The more you go, the more you know.
That is so true I’ve been fishing this lake soft and hard water for sometime , knowing your prey sure helps , but eyes on this lake aren’t hard to find getting them to hit might be another story ,
And ice4066 some of us post bad days right along with the good
-
I had a bad day once ...seems like yesterday ...oh wait ...it was!!!! =)).....it sucked for me too !
-
What lures and colors do all prefer for perch and walleye. Depth and more would help too. Thanks in advance....
Your asking for a whole lot but it always changes. Not to mention the best I can offer is it’s more about presentation then color and other things.
-
Welcome to the site rabbit
-
I checked mid north shore again this afternoon. It was 1”-4” of stuff. Not much “good” ice. I got out 100 yards and it went to 1”.
It is deceiving too. Just because it looks the same as what you just walked on it can be totally different.
Not good.
Thanks for another report reeleyz.
I had a "pucker" moment today. I was spudding along on 5" ice with a light snow coating,...then it went to less than 2 " with no visible surface change...
the spud did not go through, but the "sound" of the spud hitting the ice changed and I stopped mid-stride....sure enough thickness went from 5 to one
and a half....and I backed up quick ! I am to old to swim in winter.! Be careful wherever you are fishing.
-
choo choo glad your ok
-
I checked the south side, started at 4 and went to less than 2 after a couple hundred yards. It was cracking undermeath me in the last spot l checked. I predict I'm not going fishing tomorrow.
-
Thanks for the report Matt.
-
Lots of guys out there already. Nice morning to be on the ice, kinda warm and no wind..
-
not anymore
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLPxbNGd/20191108-080829.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLPxbNGd)
:roflmao: I trap myself .....I had a fisherman love trappers thread but it got deleted .... great picture
-
:roflmao: I trap myself .....I had a fisherman love trappers thread but it got deleted .... great picture
Thanks Trapper. I don't want to clog up the thread with my pics but I thought it was fitting 🤣🤣 not many of us trappers left.
-
ya know I met a fellow trapper we both where checking out a beaver pond .....had a great time talking to the gentleman .....not many of us left but the trappers you meet now a more friendly and open .....good bunch of guys ...again great picture I enjoyed it :thumbsup:....thanks for helping the state with wildlife population management
-
Thanks for the report Matt.
Ya this side of the Mason Dixon is no better. Kind of surprising, there wasn't a ton of snow on top but apparently enough to really slow the freeze down.
-
A couple of shantys out from Lewis this morn, not sure how the ice is but they were on top.
-
the beach seems to be it saw a few shantys in other spots on east end, on side note it appears that the water is for sure but still looks lpushing up threw what little ice there is and turning snow to slush wont be good ice but maybe it will add some inches that way and take the insulating snow off. Cant really tell looks like open stretch from about 2mile north west of chapman running towards constantia north shore
-
Lakeside outfitters said the ice on Lewis wasn’t quite ready, people being out there has me hopeful that It will be decent by Friday.
-
So I'm going to Oneida for the first time on the ice ever Friday.
Hoping to park on the north side somewhere, App's or the DEC launch, because I did ok over the summer not far off shore.
Are we thinking it's worth a shot, or should I just head to the beach to be safe?
thanks all,
-
Randy I agree with Jeff at Lakeside Outfitters ,I'm sure they will be out this weekend but this sun will do some real damage.
-
So I'm going to Oneida for the first time on the ice ever Friday.
Hoping to park on the north side somewhere, App's or the DEC launch, because I did ok over the summer not far off shore.
Are we thinking it's worth a shot, or should I just head to the beach to be safe?
thanks all,
I checked a spot not far from Apps yesterday and it is definitely not what I would consider safe. I hear the same thing about the Jewel area. I don't expect a lot to change in the next 2 days. I would not suggest venturing out in that area for your first ice fishing trip here.
-
Thanks, I appreciate it.
It's my fault we're having all this warm weather, the wife got me ice fishing gear for Christmas.
-
Not safe...north or south shore,,, i think east end is your only shot
-
Just got back from my first trip to Oneida this winter off the beach. Headed out early to 20 fow with a few others. That shelf ice I've been reading about is no joke, easily 3 - 4 ft in layers to get through. By 8AM I was in the middle of shantytown so spudded my way out to 21 ft with the same results. One more move an hour later out to 23 ft and I was down to 6" of ice but no shelf ice. Spoke with one guy who ventured out to 25 ft but only on 3" ice. Didn't mark many today but enough perch for a meal. Counted 90 tents at 10AM. Bring your spud especially if you're off the beaten path.
-
Nice post.
-
Trapping may be the way to go with this forecast. This could be the latest season in my life to get started. We could be looking at February or we're all going to cut up the beach!
-
Trapping may be the way to go with this forecast. This could be the latest season in my life to get started. We could be looking at February or we're all going to cut up the beach!
there is other places to fish .....
-
Trapping may be the way to go with this forecast. This could be the latest season in my life to get started. We could be looking at February or we're all going to cut up the beach!
Could be worse, you could be waiting for Lake Erie to freeze every year.
-
if anybody lost something at Williams park today, PM me and I will get it back to you
-
Was it a million dollars? I left it somewhere but can’t remember where.
-
Any atv’s out of the beach today ? Wonder if they can get around
-
not from my own eyes but was told that out at the beach ice can change alot to one whack with spud and your threw, sooooo i would say wheelers nah
-
Was it a million dollars? I left it somewhere but can’t remember where.
only$750,000....sorry Chum
-
Any atv’s out of the beach today ? Wonder if they can get around
It's not a far walk, why risk going through on you wheeler an having to pay big money to get it out if it goes down. Also that would mess up the ice if you go through out there or at the shore.
-
I read one post mentioning the loss of a large Burbot at the hole last year and have been interested in learning more about trying to catch some . Any info here which area of the lake to catch them? Have been out there a couple times and had little luck on perch and none on the walleye. Fished the beach area simply for safety in numbers and distance to travel on foot. I have a Garmin fishfinder but don’t use that much except for depth and entertainment,lol, listen to the fish alarm.
-
Thanks for everyone’s opinion, truly valued . As I’m handicapped and can not walk very far 4 wheeler is my only option. But the bad weather coming with no cool down looks like my ice season is over with before it got started.
-
Not to worry there will be plenty of fishing time to be had in February.. It is usually one nasty month in this part of the country. There are some positives on this weather. Nice weather shortened the winter up for us residents of the region and it always makes for a killer fishing year the following spring. This lake gets an incredible amount of fishing pressure year round a little break for her is not all bad!
-
missed fishing pressure for a few weeks will make no difference it's a put and take lake .... but I'm thinking a low winter kill on both fish and deer , although I have killed a few squirrels and rabbits that I don't usually hunt when I'm on the ice ....and maybe not your first choice but there is ice to be fished you just have to research a bit and maybe drive .....this year the lurkers are starving because guys simply aren't giving up info .....
-
just checked the same area that i have been and found that where there is no snow there can be 5in to 3in of ice black and /white mix and some spots have layer of slush, where ever theres any snow at all about an inch of ice , so i guess a lil improvement but not safe but the snow is going away and suspect after this weekend it will be gone but no cold temps in forecast
-
Just a friendly reminder fellers.......anybody fishing tomorrow use extreme caution wherever you fish.......williams park is very unpredictable ice wise.....watching guys parade out there and walking all over without spud in hand is a recipe for a swim......ice is ok in many spots but you need to try and avoid slushy areas and deepest drifts.......one wack with the spud and right thru in some of these spots....and believe me it can be a few feet from where you are sitting.......MACHINES SHOULD NOT BE ON THE ICE.......I am sure the rest of the lake is very similar as Oneida1 has said about the Chapman area......sylvan beach is fine......many spots can be accessed by experienced icefisherman using your head........not to mention this afternoon's sun and warmth will not help the situation......sorry for the long report but with it being the weekend I just don't want anyone to assume it is fine because there are guys out there........be safe and tight lines
-
Good reports guys , but there are some sleds out there from what I heard
-
Good reports guys , but there are some sleds out there from what I heard
Sylvan Beach has had machines on it for a few days Freddy......there's some crazy shelf ice down there....this sun right now is going to make the beaten down trails down there a mess I'm afraid
-
Its like spring time out, right now. Its showing rain tomorrow. I can hear Chris Farley saying "FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, JUST BRING ON WINTER ALREADY"
This winter, for an outdoor enthusiast absolutely sucks. All I want to do is go out of Apps on my wheeler, out a ways, sit in my flipover, fish, and stay out all day. IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK, COME ON MOTHER NATURE WORK WITH ME!
-
Its like spring time out, right now. Its showing rain tomorrow. I can hear Chris Farley saying "FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, JUST BRING ON WINTER ALREADY"
This winter, for an outdoor enthusiast absolutely sucks. All I want to do is go out of Apps on my wheeler, out a ways, sit in my flipover, fish, and stay out all day. IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK, COME ON MOTHER NATURE WORK WITH ME!
AMEN
-
Tried to get off Lewis today. Made it past the shove but then found several spots where the spud would go through in one whack. From 5inches of good ice to almost nothing in just a couple steps
-
missed fishing pressure for a few weeks will make no difference it's a put and take lake .... but I'm thinking a low winter kill on both fish and deer , although I have killed a few squirrels and rabbits that I don't usually hunt when I'm on the ice ....and maybe not your first choice but there is ice to be fished you just have to research a bit and maybe drive .....this year the lurkers are starving because guys simply aren't giving up info .....
If you catch a few hundred less fish in the winter season there will be a lot more fish in the lake in the spring which will make for better fishing. 2+2 still equals 4. Of course its a put and take lake with the walleyes (what about perch and other species?) but that is based on a longer period of time than a few weeks.
-
Sylvan Beach has had machines on it for a few days Freddy......there's some crazy shelf ice down there....this sun right now is going to make the beaten down trails down there a mess I'm afraid
I’m enjoying myself , not a lot fish to show , but freezer was well stocked from the fall bite , so I chase these things I’ll get to Oneida at some point , or some place else for some perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF/1-B8-CFFEC-FF39-47-E3-8-BBD-30787-C9-D1-E98.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF)
-
There were quite a few people off of Godfrey this morning. All but 1 shanty was gone when I checked at 3:30. I walked out 200' and could have about pushed my spud through the junk ice. Hopefully they make it off okay.
It was 47 degrees and even the black ice spots got really soft on top. Then rain tomorrow. Honestly it can only help smooth out this weird air gapped junk slush ice.
Nice fish Fred!
-
Did Bartel rd bait and tackle close for good? It is listed as permanently closed on google. That is too bad if true, it was a nice shop/ people
-
Nice fish Fred. ;D
-
to each there own but def saw people in areas that i would not try today areas with 1in of ice is really risky plus if u go threw then the 1st responders get put in danger just not worth it
-
Did Bartel rd bait and tackle close for good? It is listed as permanently closed on google. That is too bad if true, it was a nice shop/ people
reopened new owner in old location
-
I’m enjoying myself , not a lot fish to show , but freezer was well stocked from the fall bite , so I chase these things I’ll get to Oneida at some point , or some place else for some perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF/1-B8-CFFEC-FF39-47-E3-8-BBD-30787-C9-D1-E98.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF)
nice brown trout fred
-
Bruce thanks for the report , you be careful out there ,
-
I’m enjoying myself , not a lot fish to show , but freezer was well stocked from the fall bite , so I chase these things I’ll get to Oneida at some point , or some place else for some perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF/1-B8-CFFEC-FF39-47-E3-8-BBD-30787-C9-D1-E98.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxpcZ5XF)
nice fish young man.......hopefully the rain and warm temps will clean off the snow and next freeze up will make it better....very frustrating year to say the least
-
Bruce thanks for the report , you be careful out there ,
My boots are staying off the ice for now.
-
My boots are staying off the ice for now.
👍
-
Nice trout Fred! Thanks for the reports guys. I haven’t cut a hole yet this “winter” I’m hoping February is kinder to us.
-
i had fun today 47 degrees and sunny .... good day for me ;D
-
Nice work Fred. Glad you had a pleasant day Trap. I just got back from Minnesota but didnt get to fish...
-
BAD ICE I know every one has an opinion on what acceptable ice should be. And I'm sure I will ruffle a few feathers by saying this, but the weekend crowd is coming and that ice is dangerous and they need to know. Yesterday I went off Onieda Shores County park. Walking on the wind blown areas was ok with about 3.5 to 5" However, if you happen to walk into a 6" deep snowdrift plan on things getting bad fast. I poked my spud completely thru with one wack and I believe I could have kicked a hole thru with my boot, I left post haste.
This am , I was one of the first few to venture out on Big Bay. I won't be there again soon, I started on a good 5" near shore and it gradually detieriated and got thinner the further out I went. I like to move around a bit and did not feel safe there so I left, Out about 200 yds it gets dark ,wet, and soft, and thin.
I then rode down to Godfries point and thought I had found THE place to fish. I unloaded the sled packed with enough lunch to cancel dinner and started out, Really looking forward to some fishing. Out about 150 yds from shore I was standing on 1.5" again<could see water in front of me, and for the longest time I stood there trying to figure out how those 20 or so people got out to where they were. There is a large wet crack that goes completely around the launch from shore to shore. Those people out there had bigger ones than I do! After that a ride down to the beach confirmed my suspitions about that spot. A decent fellow was returning from the ice and told me of the day he just had, A foot deep here, 2" over there, owe and don't forget about the shove ice that the wind has piled up and your auger may not be long enough.
I really am not trying to skair people away since we all just really have so much time to fish and I receive no benenfit from spreading these words. I just don't want to hear about some fisherman on the news this weekend please please please be careful
-
BAD ICE I know every one has an opinion on what acceptable ice should be. And I'm sure I will ruffle a few feathers by saying this, but the weekend crowd is coming and that ice is dangerous and they need to know. Yesterday I went off Onieda Shores County park. Walking on the wind blown areas was ok with about 3.5 to 5" However, if you happen to walk into a 6" deep snowdrift plan on things getting bad fast. I poked my spud completely thru with one wack and I believe I could have kicked a hole thru with my boot, I left post haste.
This am , I was one of the first few to venture out on Big Bay. I won't be there again soon, I started on a good 5" near shore and it gradually detieriated and got thinner the further out I went. I like to move around a bit and did not feel safe there so I left, Out about 200 yds it gets dark ,wet, and soft, and thin.
I then rode down to Godfries point and thought I had found THE place to fish. I unloaded the sled packed with enough lunch to cancel dinner and started out, Really looking forward to some fishing. Out about 150 yds from shore I was standing on 1.5" again<could see water in front of me, and for the longest time I stood there trying to figure out how those 20 or so people got out to where they were. There is a large wet crack that goes completely around the launch from shore to shore. Those people out there had bigger ones than I do! After that a ride down to the beach confirmed my suspitions about that spot. A decent fellow was returning from the ice and told me of the day he just had, A foot deep here, 2" over there, owe and don't forget about the shove ice that the wind has piled up and your auger may not be long enough.
I really am not trying to skair people away since we all just really have so much time to fish and I receive no benenfit from spreading these words. I just don't want to hear about some fisherman on the news this weekend please please please be careful
I second that
-
I will ruffle some feathers. If you go out this weekend with these temps and rain and fall through they should leave you there. There is no way that ice is safe. I know there have been lots of people out. There are also lots of drunk drivers that make it home every night. Does that mean they should drive drunk again tonight or you should? Use your brain the fish aren’t going anywhere.
-
I second that
X3
-
stop beating around the bush and tell me how you really feel about the ice this week end?
-
the beach looks like a free for all on the cam.....gotta be well over 100 and counting....wheelers are heading out too :cookoo:......wind/rain/warm = soaking wet shanty and clothes....yuk....reas on # 14 why I retired when I did ;).......don't have to wait for weekends that seem to be horrible weather wise this year.......stay dry and safe out there fellers
-
At least it’s good for local businesses around the beach.
-
I promised I would not get involved ......... we may be about to witness natural selection ....watching people walk out with no spuds and 2 days ago I found spots my spud went right threw ....
-
THANK YOU, 62&DONE, FOR WHAT APPEARS TO BE A VERY HONEST REPORT ON THE CONDITIONS YOU ENCOUNTERED. I HOPE SEVERAL WILL TAKE NOTICE.
-
I promised I would not get involved ......... we may be about to witness natural selection ....watching people walk out with no spuds and 2 days ago I found spots my spud went right threw ....
And the Darwin goes to... will be back later to find out.
Hopefully everything works out.
-
just saw on facebook that a guy took a swim at big bay....apparently he's ok and off the ice........be careful out there today guys
-
It happens scout , even the most experienced people can get into trouble
Where we were Yesterday, (not Oneida)goon and I found some gas pockets , springs , not sure , but you never know how big they really are ,
Be careful out there
-
Thanks for the reports guys. Think I wait a few days before heading back again. Looks like it gets a little colder middle of next week.
-
I haven't been out yet, and don't plan on it anytime soon !! The conditions on onieda lake are dangerous, and not safe to say the least. It's going to be a sad day to read, or see anyone that didn't make it home. I hate to say anything bad about the lake, but the truth hurts. I usually ice fish just about every day. I have fished this lake all of my life, and have never seen conditions this bad. take the time to listen to the old timers on here. they just might save your life !!!
it's just nor worth it fellas. Sully...
-
Should I be popping popcorn??
-
About a dozen guys off the point this morn, I haven't been on the ice this year yet so can't report conditions. From what I see from shore is open water at the point, 34 degrees and rain, ice has that ugly grey look. watched a guy push his spud thru with 2 others standing next to him so they moved to deeper water. I hope they realize that they need to walk back in eventually. They are out a good half mile long walk when you are wet.
-
Should I be popping popcorn??
Only if you’re hungry. ;D
-
Theres a lot of people out there and thats a lot of extra weight. With the amount of holes drilled out there this week shouldn't that swiss cheese be sinking? ::)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1VxYDMSY/giphy-1.gif) (https://postimg.cc/1VxYDMSY)
-
Thanks Sarge I do not take pleasure in discouraging people from fishing but I tell it like it is DON"T GO !!! If you really want to fish find a smaller body of water to the north and be care as you go. Onieda is not safe
-
Well most of snow is gone and im sure all will be gone by tmrw, I think this rain will help , IF the temps get down enough to set everything up and may be make a couple of inchs, IF the wind does not pick up and break the lake up, IF we dont loose what lil ice we have and it opens up prior to cold temps.........Well its iffy for sure
-
creeks came up high with all this rain that's a lot of warm water under the ice ....just something to think about
-
creeks came up high with all this rain that's a lot of warm water under the ice ....just something to think about
Well I like the part where all the slush and snow are melting off, that gives A better chance of making ice barring another pissing blizzard. I had to say Trap, all this water in the creeks is snow runoff, I bet it isn't that warm, I bet it's about 33 degrees, still dangerous as it undermines the ice. I never go left out of Constantia till im about A mile out, I see tracks going over the mouth of Scriba creek every year. I think someone here tangled with Scriba creek once, I forget who it was, I think Chenbasshead.
So all you guys with sleds, i'm still not registered for the year, every week it gets more pointless. I am thinking i'll put 20 bucks insurance on it to avoid the big ticket, I think the no registration ticket doesn't cost much more than the registration. I never complain about spending $$ on fishing, just wierd to pay that kind of loot to only use the sled for A month maybe. $100 for A month or 2 of sled use, or $12.50 A year for ATV's, I think I need A 4 wheeler next, and 6-8 inches black ice please.
-
Few off the beach this morning
Scriba Creek use to head sort of SE , I believe now it heads toward bird island
Just Be mindful
-
man some guys got brass balls i just checked an area where two guys are out and i was popping thru with one shot with spud, but if this slush thats on top sets up will be a huge improvement
-
Havnt even seen one on ffinder, 21 ft. I have 6 inches of ice out here.
-
if we can get thru the next 2 days without any snow on the ice , we might be fishing by wednesday or thursday.....a little cold snap is forecast although that can change at a moments notice.....then another crappy weekend....hope their wrong
-
man some guys got brass balls i just checked an area where two guys are out and i was popping thru with one shot with spud, but if this slush thats on top sets up will be a huge improvement
that ain't brass for balls that's s--t for brains
-
I don't know scout the 10 looks pretty bad to me as far as building ice
-
At least they dropped the night temps a bit for a couple nights this week. Maybe we can get a couple of single digit nights and freeze that junk up solid.
-
I don't know scout the 10 looks pretty bad to me as far as building ice
Dammit Trap.....work with me here.....trying to stay positive...lol :thumbsup: :woot:
-
CNY there is a new vintage sled reg law proposal at the state. Everyone should contact their Rep and ask them to vote in favor.
-
damn.....just had 3 cop cars, full siren and lights,fly down past my house on Lakeshore Rd.......there were a few guys out of williams this morning....hope something didn't happen
-
scout keep us updated on those cop cars .... hope everyone is safe
-
scout keep us updated on those cop cars .... hope everyone is safe
all good.....domestic dispute down by Borios apparently......must have been bad....those cops were motoring
-
must be some guy that could not make it out the ice and lost his s**t lol
-
i honestly can't believe more people haven't been taking a polar dive swim
-
must be some guy that could not make it out the ice and lost his s**t lol
Happens lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/67nc8wMc/dinner.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67nc8wMc)
not from oneida but not that far away ;D
panfish deviled eggs broc and corn bread along with a ice cold rolling rock life is good ;D
-
trapp, i just had a meal like that too. nice gills.. not far from my place
-
i think you know the spot my friend :thumbsup:
-
O yea...where...hehe
-
it's safe to say it's not in nj
-
I know that...but is only 4 hrs away...hehe
-
No worries man...keep your pond for yourself im just playin with u
-
it's public .....i been fishing open water most the winter my freezer isn't low ....i ain't waiting for ice
-
A bud sent me this from yesterday , He didn’t give any info nor did I ask , nice fish
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4H62tRL/3-E9935-A5-7-EF3-4-AD4-992-F-74078-D64-BD88.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4H62tRL)
(https://i.postimg.cc/N5NWBTWC/9-C0-E172-C-C444-41-B8-998-B-A7-E60697-D0-A3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N5NWBTWC)
-
ohhhhh that's nice
-
it's public .....i been fishing open water most the winter my freezer isn't low ....i ain't waiting for ice
preachhhh
-
He’s not preaching he’s just stating facts as the ol boy don’t miss many days be it soft or hard water , he’s going fishing regardless 👍
-
Just got this pic from 2 more
Buds
(https://i.postimg.cc/KRJfzhff/3359-F53-B-5-DA6-40-B3-B2-AC-C198-DA626-CED.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KRJfzhff)
-
theres a decent family fish fry or two right there i'll tell you! nice freddie
-
Now that's a pile of fish!!!
-
My buds luv to tease , 👍
-
My buds luv to tease , 👍
And you felt compelled to tease the rest of us! Lol.
-
So thats what they look like! Nice haul.
-
And you felt compelled to tease the rest of us! Lol.
LOL , first thing I learned was to share 😜
-
todays check top is 1 1/2in white ice 1 or2 slush/water in middle 1 -2in black on bottom ice i was not breaking thru top layer as i walked but still not ready imo in the area i checked. if middle layer freezes i may try tmrw
-
Oneida I know you know what your doing and you'll use caution ....be safe out there
-
yeah trap, its not ready drives me crazy i cant walk out back door and just go,
-
yeah trap, its not ready drives me crazy i cant walk out back door and just go,
Looking at the weather she should sure up overnight..
I'm coming up Friday to fish Saturday !! Itll he the first time on hard water this year AND POSSIBLY the only time this year
-
Same where I checked, probably even worse due to an open crack surrounded by skim ice that refuses to close up at all.
Since that great early freeze that left us too quickly it just doesn't want to set up. Hoping the single digits tonight help.
-
Looks like three huts out of Chapman park
-
Does anyone know how the ice is at Sylvan Beach or Edge Water Park?
-
Does anyone know how the ice is Bernhards Bay area?
-
Maybe take the time to read some of the threads prior.
-
Thanks for the tip...
-
you don't want to go on any of the ice without a spud and safety gear
-
I'm planning another trip on Friday and hoping there is more choices than just Sylvan. Weather looks good so far.
-
Wondering if anyone’s been out of lewis point lately?
-
She poppin and crackin tonight heard lewis is very iffy, like most areas
-
Thanks.
-
She poppin and crackin tonight heard lewis is very iffy, like most areas
Yep. As soon as that nasty sun went down it sounded like freight trains going back and forth on the lake. That's a good sound.
-
was out from Williams park yesterday.......ice is getting better.....still not great but should be fine for today thru the weekend........kinda uneven in spots but firming up nicely......4" where I drilled.......still spud spud spud.......unfortunate ly gonna get a warm spell in from saturday thru all of next week.....ice should hold though as the nite time temps will be near upper 20's to 30......fishing was so so.....creepers are a must imho
-
WHILE I was watching Sylvan Beach cam this morning
at app. 9:15 am
I watched a person on a headed out on lake on a snowmobile
stay safe
-
WHILE I was watching Sylvan Beach cam this morning
at app. 9:15 am
I watched a person on a headed out on lake on a snowmobile
stay safe
??? ??? ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/zbFk57zt/Snap-Shot-20200130-070553.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zbFk57zt)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Good to see some Machines out there! :tipup:
-
I don't think it's good to see.
-
Any shanties off Lewis or Godfrey today? Thanks for any news...
-
You need to check as you go for sure, But 5-6" is plenty for a wheeler!
-
Is this the Apps landing area ..not sure it good or bad for us ice guys
https://romesentinel.com/stories/dec-plans-restoration-of-historic-oneida-lake-dock,90917
-
Any shanties off Lewis or Godfrey today? Thanks for any news...
Yes and yes. I didn't check the ice in either spot so no idea what they're actually sitting on.
-
Thanks Chowdaire. Cold nights are making ice.
-
4-5" east f the point, mostly white. Cracks are opening up and pushing up in spots. Parking lot was half full at Lewis so I'm sure it will be a city Sat morning.
-
had an ice quake out in front of Williams park today that was insane.......standing next to a skimmed over crack b-s ing with my cousin when she heaved and buckled directly in front of us 20 FT away........sounded like an M80 going off.....sent ice chunks 15 ft in the air........worst heave I've ever witnessed in my 50 yrs of ice fishing.......watched the water come over the sheet thankfully on the other side of the crack......what a show....wish I had it on video
Edit or delete this
-
ice is in good shape.....6" of slippery ice where we were
-
had an ice quake out in front of Williams park today that was insane.......standing next to a skimmed over crack b-s ing with my cousin when she heaved and buckled directly in front of us 20 FT away........sounded like an M80 going off.....sent ice chunks 15 ft in the air........worst heave I've ever witnessed in my 50 yrs of ice fishing.......watched the water come over the sheet thankfully on the other side of the crack......what a show....wish I had it on video
Edit or delete this
Wow. Sounds like fun. When I checked ice on the north shore earlier I stepped off the ice and heard noise behind me and the whole sheet was following me off. Crazy timing. Not dangerous but really weird seeing the ice start following you onto shore. It crunched up for a foot or so and stopped. Not sure where it opened up to do that.
-
Wow. Sounds like fun. When I checked ice on the north shore earlier I stepped off the ice and heard noise behind me and the whole sheet was following me off. Crazy timing. Not dangerous but really weird seeing the ice start following you onto shore. It crunched up for a foot or so and stopped. Not sure where it opened up to do that.
crazy stuff.......she was rockin and a rollin today.........felt like I was on the ocean a few times with the ice heaving and expanding....all good though.....making ice for a change
-
LOL , first thing I learned was to share 😜
Just remember that next time Mrs Filet makes chocolate pie and KP wants some!!!!😜
-
Is this the Apps landing area ..not sure it good or bad for us ice guys
https://romesentinel.com/stories/dec-plans-restoration-of-historic-oneida-lake-dock,90917
Yes. It is where Apps is.
And it is a good thing for Apps and the area. The current situation is borderline dangerous.
I am sure there will be a spot to get down to the shoreline near where it is now.
-
Chowdaire,
How was the ice on the north side when you were out?
-
Some open cracks to worry about. Especially because the ice on the edges isn’t solid yet. Ice itself was probably 3-5”. I didn’t measure, just judging by the spud drawing water.
I didn’t fish. Just spudded some areas.
-
Sure was a nice day to be on the ice , just because is was cold for a couple days , be cautious
-
I got out today and the ice was decent, 3-4 black ice and some frozen slush on top of that, I found 6-8 total everywhere we went, we got out to the dropoff. Got one keeper wally, nice to get out and forget my heater, it was fun though.
I wouldn't reccomend sleds with heavy loads yet, i'm not gonna bring my Caddy out yet as it weighs 1000 pounds with my old ass on it. This ice will go to pot Mon-Tuesday maybe, but the layer in between has frozen solid at least. Things are looking up. It might just melt the top A bit, who knows.
-
I got out right at sundown and fished for about 45min. It was worth it as I got one of the fattest walleyes I’ve caught on the lake. About 26” with a massive girth. Released to get bigger.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ/29-B157-E6-2583-40-AB-93-B1-FEC95-FA5-EE67.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F/E7-A87-A6-D-C5-D8-4-DA0-909-A-4-A85790-A856-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B/F0575-E63-9-CE2-4673-B222-010-D18941709.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B)
-
Nice fish beautiful sunset.
-
That’s a great eye Bob!
-
Nice fish there, and that sunset was pretty cool, even if i'm color blind as all day.
-
I got out right at sundown and fished for about 45min. It was worth it as I got one of the fattest walleyes I’ve caught on the lake. About 26” with a massive girth. Released to get bigger.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ/29-B157-E6-2583-40-AB-93-B1-FEC95-FA5-EE67.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F/E7-A87-A6-D-C5-D8-4-DA0-909-A-4-A85790-A856-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B/F0575-E63-9-CE2-4673-B222-010-D18941709.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B)
Wow... what a slob !
-
I got out right at sundown and fished for about 45min. It was worth it as I got one of the fattest walleyes I’ve caught on the lake. About 26” with a massive girth. Released to get bigger.
Chowdaire,
What a hog! Great way to start the season.
PerchEyes
-
I got out right at sundown and fished for about 45min. It was worth it as I got one of the fattest walleyes I’ve caught on the lake. About 26” with a massive girth. Released to get bigger.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ/29-B157-E6-2583-40-AB-93-B1-FEC95-FA5-EE67.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F/E7-A87-A6-D-C5-D8-4-DA0-909-A-4-A85790-A856-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B/F0575-E63-9-CE2-4673-B222-010-D18941709.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B)
Very very nice.
-
I would have ate it ;D
-
My wife and I want to fish out from sylvan Beach tomorrow is it safe?
-
no ice is safe
-
True! Just wondering if people are fishing it? And what conditions are they finding.
-
Great walleye Chowdaire!
-
True! Just wondering if people are fishing it? And what conditions are they finding.
read the past post
-
Have read past posts thanks for the great advice.
-
Was out on lewis today. About 4 to 6 inches out to where i fished in 27 feet. Spudded out.
-
Really nice eye chowdaire 👍
-
I got out right at sundown and fished for about 45min. It was worth it as I got one of the fattest walleyes I’ve caught on the lake. About 26” with a massive girth. Released to get bigger.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ/29-B157-E6-2583-40-AB-93-B1-FEC95-FA5-EE67.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8fM3brLQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F/E7-A87-A6-D-C5-D8-4-DA0-909-A-4-A85790-A856-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34PVpZ4F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B/F0575-E63-9-CE2-4673-B222-010-D18941709.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZByDTy7B)
Congrats! Literal fatty!
-
Great eye Chow! Thanks for the reports guys
-
Great eye Chow! Thanks for the reports guys
You working all February old man?
-
You working all February old man?
Watch who your calling old 😜
Tim pm sent
Goon and I went for trout yesterday but no keepers but no skunk , sure was a pleasant day to be out , time to start thinking about Oneida
-
Watch who your calling old 😜
Tim pm sent
Goon and I went for trout yesterday but no keepers but no skunk , sure was a pleasant day to be out , time to start thinking about Oneida
Yeah i'm old and stuff too. :)
-
You working all February old man?
Yeah I’ll be working in February but it won’t be 60-80 hours a week like January. I’ll be out there crossing eyes 😜
-
Is there still that sheet ice at the sylvan beach had about a lot last week wondering if it’s still as thick
Thanks
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4myFMTF/IMG-20200130-172056.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4myFMTF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDsD0K7g/IMG-20200130-171116.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDsD0K7g)
Was absolutely beautiful out for a first day out !!! Got a limit ,took some trying a lot of shorts and few perch and alot of silvers but beautiful day !! Hopefully be back tomorrow ,ice was good where I was 6" of good ice and alot of shove ice underneath in spots
On another note I forgot bait shop in Sylvan closed ,is there any other places around there besides apps??
Thx
Good luck stay on top
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4myFMTF/IMG-20200130-172056.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4myFMTF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDsD0K7g/IMG-20200130-171116.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDsD0K7g)
Was absolutely beautiful out for a first day out !!! Got a limit ,took some trying a lot of shorts and few perch and alot of silvers but beautiful day !! Hopefully be back tomorrow ,ice was good where I was 6" of good ice and alot of shove ice underneath in spots
On another note I forgot bait shop in Sylvan closed ,is there any other places around there besides apps??
Thx
Good luck stay on top
There is a new bait shop on the corner of Lewis Point Road and Route 31.
Nice job on the fish.
-
Have read past posts thanks for the great advice.
I wouldn't take it to Heart, Seems like this Trapp clown , has to be arrogant to everyone that has a question and don't live on the Lake.
-
I wouldn't take it to Heart, Seems like this Trapp clown , has to be arrogant to everyone that has a question and don't live on the Lake.
Nah Tapper is actually a great guy and is t being arrogant someone asking a question that if they just read back a few pages would have the answer to their question.
-
I wouldn't take it to Heart, Seems like this Trapp clown , has to be arrogant to everyone that has a question and don't live on the Lake.
well if you read the thread it is clear to see (except for the last 2 days) the only place we been fishing Oneida was sylvan beach theres even a live web cam to see if thiers people out on the ice ....almost every person has posted the ice isn't the best and to carry a spud and safety gear .... now not only are you people to lazy to check the ice your self your to lazy to read ...........so heres the only ice report i'm giving is, is the ice safe... NO... are people out look at the web cam ! I suggest you carry a spud ice picks and a throw rope....... this isn't to be mean it's the truth
-
This is not a cliam the ice is thick enough all over the Lake, but I see people fishing on the Chapman Park webcam, North Shore webcam and Sylvan Beach webbcam.
I personally fished out of North Bay (Edge Water) Last Saturday in 21-23 feet of water, about 1/2 mile from shore. The ice was 6 inches where I fished. I was reluctant to venture out further not knowing how thick the ice was elsewhere. Plus it was raining a bit so I minimized my movement.
I am hopeful with the couple of cold days we had that more of the lake will be safe to fish.
Plan to check with my spud as I venture elsewhere this weekend.
-
I wouldn't take it to Heart, Seems like this Trapp clown , has to be arrogant to everyone that has a question and don't live on the Lake.
Seems like you take his posts that way and are projecting. Stop taking the internet so seriously.
-
Anyone know how the ice is over by spuce grove?
-
Trapper are you a clown now
-
🤡
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/wyWVvRRJ/OIP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyWVvRRJ)
-
I saw Trapp juggling while riding a unicycle on ice once. Quite impressive actually!!
-
Get the popcorn. Next season of "Is the Ice Safe" has started.
-
Get the popcorn. Next season of "Is the Ice Safe" has started.
I was going to name it “As the Water Freezes”. Sounds more like a daytime drama .....
-
I was going to name it “As the Water Freezes”. Sounds more like a daytime drama .....
"As the Ice Thickens" was my other choice. Should have went with that since the plot is thickening as well.
-
How’s the parking situation at Lewis?
-
Hit it for an hour before work today. No early season slam fest but got what I was after.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Hrk8TWNx/2718514-C-EA07-40-A3-AF38-26-D91944-AE19.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hrk8TWNx)
Just drove by LP. It already looks like a madhouse out there.
-
my prediction
trucks will be parking on top of cars tomorrow at LP. Get there plenty early.
-
I wouldn't take it to Heart, Seems like this Trapp clown , has to be arrogant to everyone that has a question and don't live on the Lake.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MnNSTx5x/111111.png) (https://postimg.cc/MnNSTx5x)
so gitthegaff what do ya have against clowns huh????
USE A SPUD BECAUSE YOU DON"T FLOAT!!!!
nice fish guys
-
Nice clown Trapper ;D
-
Fished out of Lewis today.. we got our limit of eyes... ice varies between 7 1/2" and 5 1/2"
Watch out for the pressure cracks and spud acroos... she opened up a little today
-
well if you read the thread it is clear to see (except for the last 2 days) the only place we been fishing Oneida was sylvan beach theres even a live web cam to see if thiers people out on the ice ....almost every person has posted the ice isn't the best and to carry a spud and safety gear .... now not only are you people to lazy to check the ice your self your to lazy to read ...........so heres the only ice report i'm giving is, is the ice safe... NO... are people out look at the web cam ! I suggest you carry a spud ice picks and a throw rope....... this isn't to be mean it's the truth
I get it , and have Read the Posts! Understand Spud, Spud Spud ! Maybe you should word things a little different so you don't look like a Dick ! Some guys haven't been as Fortunate as you to be out there! And this is their first avenue to safety. For all of them guys, I'm so sorry to put you out.
-
Nice job on the eyes Fishinjohn. Comments on ice are helpful.
-
Nice job guys
-
Found more good ice today 5-7, but there are some very bad spots to get across. Try to cross where you see others have taken the leap. Really easy walking though.
Only got 1 keeper again, hope this isn't A thing. I'm going after perch next, these walleyes are hating on me. :)
:)
-
If this "Get the popcorn. Next season of "Is the Ice Safe" has started" was in reference to my question.
I wasnt asking anyone to hold my hand I was asking because I live 2 hours away and wanted some general information before I made the hike all the way there. All ya had to say was no haven't been over there.
-
If this "Get the popcorn. Next season of "Is the Ice Safe" has started" was in reference to my question.
I wasnt asking anyone to hold my hand I was asking because I live 2 hours away and wanted some general information before I made the hike all the way there. All ya had to say was no haven't been over there.
Sorry I Haven’t been there ,
-
Fished out of Lewis today.. we got our limit of eyes... ice varies between 7 1/2" and 5 1/2"
Watch out for the pressure cracks and spud acroos... she opened up a little today
Great job John!
-
Popcorn is good today! Lol
-
If this "Get the popcorn. Next season of "Is the Ice Safe" has started" was in reference to my question.
I wasnt asking anyone to hold my hand I was asking because I live 2 hours away and wanted some general information before I made the hike all the way there. All ya had to say was no haven't been over there.
I live 5 hours away so if you could pm me the ice conditions that'd be greaaattt!
-
I get it , and have Read the Posts! Understand Spud, Spud Spud ! Maybe you should word things a little different so you don't look like a Dick ! Some guys haven't been as Fortunate as you to be out there! And this is their first avenue to safety. For all of them guys, I'm so sorry to put you out.
if you were smart you'd rely on your self to be your first avenue of your safety .....why would you rely on a clown?
-
I live 5 hours away so if you could pm me the ice conditions that'd be greaaattt!
PM send brother ;D
-
Walked to 113 today popping holes along the way and found pretty consistent ice where I drilled. Perch were not easy to come by but got enough to clean. Few pressure cracks but nothing crazy on my path.
-
If you want to know the ice conditions, you gotta go check for yourself.. whether its 1 hour, 3 hours, 5 hours away.
There are posts on here with reports of fish caught and the thickness of ice they found. You might have to dig a little bit, but it is there.
If it's from 4 days ago, make assumptions from there based on the temp the last few days.. its pretty easy to figure out
These guys being smart a**'s aren't helping anybody... But the questions of "hows the ice?" Arent either
-
If you want to know the ice conditions, you gotta go check for yourself.. whether its 1 hour, 3 hours, 5 hours away.
There are posts on here with reports of fish caught and the thickness of ice they found. You might have to dig a little bit, but it is there.
If it's from 4 days ago, make assumptions from there based on the temp the last few days.. its pretty easy to figure out
These guys being smart a**'s aren't helping anybody... But the questions of "hows the ice?" Arent either
Very accurate statement. As for the wise guy trap, one thing I will say is that’s how he is to everyone.
-
Go fishing guys. I am .......
See you later............
-
hope every one did well today i was stuck at work.... and lets play nice so it doesnt get locked again
-
Not a bad day plenty of ice out where we were just 1 sketchy crack close to shore had a pretty good day for the first time to onieda this year me and the in law both got 2 and a bonus perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/1V3SxRp2/20200201-134438.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1V3SxRp2)
-
Nice catch CW88..... Wife and I went off Sylvan Beach today. 1st time on the lake. 4 flags, 3 drops after 5', run and 1 stolen minnow. Anyone here can maybe give fish that would drop after 5'??????? we actually drilled 4' - 5' of ice..... I think the ice broke up earlier and wedged beneath each other. Bottomed out my auger…. Thoughts???
Kim
-
Nice catch CW88..... Wife and I went off Sylvan Beach today. 1st time on the lake. 4 flags, 3 drops after 5', run and 1 stolen minnow. Anyone here can maybe give fish that would drop after 5'??????? we actually drilled 4' - 5' of ice..... I think the ice broke up earlier and wedged beneath each other. Bottomed out my auger…. Thoughts???
Kim
That's exactly what happened.. wind broke up main lake and pushed ice sheets up to beach end...
-
Fished out of Lewis again today.. started in 22 fow and finished in 34 fow
3 legals.. 4 decent perch and 15 shorts for the day
Thanks onieda for a decent trip.. now back home to NO ICE.. lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZS0QTpT/IMG-20200201-151802.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZS0QTpT)
Did ok today few for me and some for dogs , few jigging few on flags 25' off the beach dropped a few heavy fish again, some shorts not as many as Thursday,alot of Lookers !!!
-
Where are all the burbot pics? You folks better not be leaving them outta the photo shoots ;D
-
beerbuts are great fish
-
Went out of Lewis today for the first time. Brought home 8 nice perch and 2 eyes, threw back a handful of small eyes and a 3 or 4 that were just under legal. I brought a monster eye to the hole and lost it as it was coming out of the hole. Needless to say I spent the rest of my time on the ice with a soaking wet left arm up to the shoulder and my neighbors learned some new words. Nice day to be out!!!!
-
Nice fish guys!! A group of us got out this evening for the first time this winter and landed on some willing fish. We found approx 5-6 inches of ice everywhere we checked. There were a few sketchy cracks around. Saw a few machines out but I’m not sure I’d be comfortable with them just yet. Felt good to be on the hard-water again. Go Cuse!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z9ScQMSP/5-EDCBCE0-EC3-D-46-C6-8224-2092-B066-A9-B0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z9ScQMSP)
-
Wow, nice catch Fishshack. Glad to see you got into them like that. Hats off to you and your crew!
-
Well done all
Glad to see you haven’t lost your touch fish shack 👍, picked up where you left off from the fall bite
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZS0QTpT/IMG-20200201-151802.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZS0QTpT)
Did ok today few for me and some for dogs , few jigging few on flags 25' off the beach dropped a few heavy fish again, some shorts not as many as Thursday,alot of Lookers !!!
Nice job out there!!!!
-
Walked out and fished off north shore yesterday afternoon. Slow bite where I was and not a lot of fish.
Caught 1 keeper afternoon, then second keeper at dark. 3 perch.
not a monster, but here is my first keeper
(https://i.postimg.cc/qhgxZzk2/1580592966972.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qhgxZzk2)
-
choo choo ya got dinner :thumbsup:
-
Hey Steve it’s early some of my best bites came mid day , and no skunk is a great day in my book and your out enjoying life 👍
-
Definitely enjoying life Fred ...love getting out on the ice !
Yes trap....got me a super, super bowl dinner ! Fresh, never been frozen walleye and perch fillets at halftime ;D
-
Goon boy uses this method 😜
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUusX1Js6R0
-
thanks for that post; it sure is funny! ;D ;D
-
Sorry goon I shared your secret 😜
-
Got out for a couple hrs yesterday and this morn,couldn't find any active fish. There is a bad heave that follows the Oneida creek bar from just east of Lewis Pt headed east for a long ways. Be careful around it ,it got pretty wet on my way in.
-
First time out today. Bite was good for me.
(https://i.postimg.cc/56wHsDYW/6-DD12-E80-00-FD-491-C-A3-CF-7-F2839-E9-DB0-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56wHsDYW)
-
Ice varied from 5 to as much as 10. I spent 2 full days, Friday and Saturday. Got limits of walleye but not much in the way of perch. Overall pretty slow for first ice but nice to be out.
Fishing was slow enough that I won't be going back to either place I fished. I'll be exploring next week some more.
-
Question re: Lewis Point. When you fish “Lewis Point” where do you park? It looks like Verona Beach State Park is the closest public land to it and not too far of a walk. Or is there a better location? Thanks!
-
Goon boy uses this method 😜
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUusX1Js6R0
even got the old man doing once in awhile now ,doesn't work every time but did work a few days ;D
-
Question re: Lewis Point. When you fish “Lewis Point” where do you park? It looks like Verona Beach State Park is the closest public land to it and not too far of a walk. Or is there a better location? Thanks!
Lewis point road ,almost at the end there is a parking lot on the right
Hope this is of some help
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bb9gLgc/1-E4-EBC91-D03-E-4-CA1-9-E4-D-7-E8-B304-ACA50.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bb9gLgc)
-
Otto if you head to lewis point parking get there early place fills up fast. Already they are parking in front of no parking signs and crossing private property. Same situation every year.
-
Did well yesterday got our limit quickly. This morning was very difficult ended up with just a few perch.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YG4qbyws/20200201-113230.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YG4qbyws)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BjqSdv0D/received-476086480002719.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BjqSdv0D)
-
Otto if you head to lewis point parking get there early place fills up fast. Already they are parking in front of no parking signs and crossing private property. Same situation every year.
He isn't kidding when he says early.. we got there Friday and sat at 530a.m. and lot was already packed..
-
Thanks guys. When I looked on google maps it looked like private property there. I plan to go on a weekday, hopefully less pressure then.
-
XC600 one of the reasons I seldom go there do to people just being disrespectful, it’s a privilege to have a nice place like that to park
Plus there are so many other places to go
-
I hear ya filet, I don't understand why when the ice is in good shape with some snow people with sleds and 4 wheelers don't unload at verona beach only a mile or so to Lewis.
-
When I run the sled I park at the beach and run over
-
Good day out of chapman today. Had to def work for them.... and to the a**hole who heard me say to my buddy “I just caught a nice one” and comes over and drills 5 holes 5 ft from me I hope you don’t catch a single fish the rest of this season!!😜😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FbzYBWN/9972-E229-FF90-4399-AADB-B2-B7-AC0311-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FbzYBWN)
-
Good day out of chapman today. Had to def work for them.... and to the a**hole who heard me say to my buddy “I just caught a nice one” and comes over and drills 5 holes 5 ft from me I hope you don’t catch a single fish the rest of this season!!😜😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FbzYBWN/9972-E229-FF90-4399-AADB-B2-B7-AC0311-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FbzYBWN)
Nice catch. And that’s a d*** move for someone to do that to ya
-
Nice catch. And that’s a d*** move for someone to do that to ya
I had a school of eyes down there too.... don’t know if it spooked them or if it was a coincidence but let’s just say they were gone after he started drilling
-
Let me guess needed the gas auger for 5 inches right there too
-
I don't believe you people are Bhatt rude just deal with it if they were 30' from you and quit being such a drama Queen
-
Good day out of chapman today. Had to def work for them.... and to the a**hole who heard me say to my buddy “I just caught a nice one” and comes over and drills 5 holes 5 ft from me I hope you don’t catch a single fish the rest of this season!!😜😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/JyCHgN6H/E3519-C44-17-B8-46-E2-B7-AA-5-A109-C890876.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JyCHgN6H)
-
Let me guess needed the gas auger for 5 inches right there too
Ding ding ding correct!!!!
-
That's perfect fishshack. I have sung that song many times! ;D
-
I don't believe you people are Bhatt rude just deal with it if they were 30' from you and quit being such a drama Queen
How is that rude at all? It’s common courtesy... I get I don’t own the lake... but when there are a total of prolly 20 people out of Chapman and he has the audacity to drill holes 5ft from me and start setting up tip ups all around me...he is the rude one
-
Had that happen before. That crap happens every year and I still don't understand it. The thing that gets me is if the guy just had a little courtesy and came up and asked i wouldn't have an issue. Heck I like meeting new folks on the ice. Worst I've seen...i've had people use my holes by my sled as I'm out drilling holes for my tipups. I was stunned
-
guys like that should have been nurtered i carry my own kit!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-
Had it happen to me on Saturday afternoon. We were enjoying the nice peaceful afternoon and a big group pulls on on their sleds. Obviously had been partying all day and were in rare form. They fished some of our holes and the language being used was so bad it ruined the whole atmosphere. They would take short sprints on the sled just for fun right past us. I would have said something but it would not be worth it to try and reason with such fools.
-
Had that happen before. That crap happens every year and I still don't understand it. The thing that gets me is if the guy just had a little courtesy and came up and asked i wouldn't have an issue. Heck I like meeting new folks on the ice. Worst I've seen...i've had people use my holes by my sled as I'm out drilling holes for my tipups. I was stunned
I totally agree with You on that. If you end up near someone i always like to talk to them for a little bit just to be nice, but that guy tbell was talking about sat with us all day long never said a word but just drilled holes and set tip ups. We started yelling were marking fish to see what he would do and his response was to drill closer to us within 15 seconds of us saying it. If the fishing wasnt good there probably would of been some words said about it but he went all day without catching a perch and he had 7 tipups so i felt like karma got him back.
-
I had a dunce drill a hole within 5' of my popup one day. He sat down on his bucket and tried to strike up a conversation thru the canvas. After what seemed like eternity, (about 20 min) I politely exited my hut and explained to this idiot that this was my "me time". I come out onto the ice by myself to be by myself and take in the only opportunity I have to enjoy the quiet. Back in I went and after another 20 min of total silence, he left. Must be the fish weren't biting in "his" hole.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/f37KjVJS/IMG-20200203-112256.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f37KjVJS)
-
some water on top if dosnt freeze tonight will be getting soft
-
happens every year amazing how rude people can be
sully has a good answer to this problem and all it involves is a bucket :roflmao:
-
fished out of Chapman last 3 days.....ice was solid 6"+ all places I drilled......as oneida1 said water on top today was pooling up pretty good......hope the sun doesn't come out this afternoon....top will deteriorate fast........hopefully a freeze tonight will tighten her back up......fishing was ok........about a dozen perch each day ....but all were quality fish......couple of eyes lost at the hole as usual also :'(........was nowhere near as crowded as I would have thought on the weekend
-
DEC Announces Oneida Lake Adult Walleye Population Hits One Million Fish
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/279aa64
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Had it happen to me on Saturday afternoon. We were enjoying the nice peaceful afternoon and a big group pulls on on their sleds. Obviously had been partying all day and were in rare form. They fished some of our holes and the language being used was so bad it ruined the whole atmosphere. They would take short sprints on the sled just for fun right past us. I would have said something but it would not be worth it to try and reason with such fools.
Didn’t happen to be a guy in a black and yellow jacket that was the loudest in the group was it? They were around me earlier yelling at everyone that went by, asking if they caught anything and what they used. Some yelling and other choice words between people. Drove me nuts.
-
fished out of Chapman last 3 days.....ice was solid 6"+ all places I drilled......as oneida1 said water on top today was pooling up pretty good......hope the sun doesn't come out this afternoon....top will deteriorate fast........hopefully a freeze tonight will tighten her back up......fishing was ok........about a dozen perch each day ....but all were quality fish......couple of eyes lost at the hole as usual also :'(........was nowhere near as crowded as I would have thought on the weekend
The top was soft but it went below freezing and tightened up at sunset.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/6T72VQ6p/A032-AC60-8847-4-D27-BD2-F-27-EF400-CAFC6.png) (https://postimg.cc/6T72VQ6p)
Thought this was pretty cool. All were in 1 eyes stomach and still wanted to eat a number 7 jiggin rap.
-
This one ate a rap a couple of years ago too. Check out the tail in its mouth.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4K3Rn14Q/C776-A87-A-5-BDA-42-E8-94-E7-45-CA38-C697-E5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4K3Rn14Q)
I also caught two this weekend that were dumped about 5’ under the ice and then stopped on the way back to the bottom to eat another bait.
When they start eating they get greedy.
-
Goon boy and I went looking for perch , found them late but managed some nice ones , this is What I caught today
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXYnpt8p/62-C99-CE8-9-C8-E-4-D20-AD6-F-B8410-A8-CD5-DF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXYnpt8p)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/6T72VQ6p/A032-AC60-8847-4-D27-BD2-F-27-EF400-CAFC6.png) (https://postimg.cc/6T72VQ6p)
Thought this was pretty cool. All were in 1 eyes stomach and still wanted to eat a number 7 jiggin rap.
I agree the fish was feeding but hadn't yet started the process of processing the food...h2l
-
What reeleyz said standing water was starting to freeze at sunset
-
nice lakers freddie
-
some water on top if dosnt freeze tonight will be getting soft
Already tight when we walked off
-
Nice perch, Freddy.
They look delicious!
-
Vanallk503... I do not recall a yellow and black jacket specifically. I do recall a mixed group of men and women. All seemed to be pretty well intoxicated equally loud and foul mouthed.
-
Some healthy yellows there Fred!
-
Nice perch, Freddy.
They look delicious!
Thanks, got lucky our first time on Oneida for either 1 of us
Goon did about the same
-
Nice fish gramps 😜
-
nice perchies Mr. Filet.......gonna cross over the mason dixon line tomorrow........north shore for a change of venue......need an eye or 3 ;D
-
Nice fish gramps 😜
I got your gramps lmao , better get out there Bobby
-
Nice fish gramps 😜
gramps - LMAO :roflmao:
-
Goon boy and I went looking for perch , found them late but managed some nice ones , this is What I caught today
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXYnpt8p/62-C99-CE8-9-C8-E-4-D20-AD6-F-B8410-A8-CD5-DF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXYnpt8p)
Nice Job Fred. I was slicing some fresh fish last night.
-
I got your gramps lmao , better get out there Bobby
Lol! Just bustin on ya!
-
I got out for the first time yesterday. Did the shuffle for the morning. Ended up with a half a limit of gills, and one 12 1/4" crappie. The ice where I was was 5" at best. Any of the white ice only had 1" of black under it. Going back out wednesday.
And yes Trapp, I do own a weighted bucket ::) ;D Sully...
-
Lol! Just bustin on ya!
I know your just a DK 👍
I got out for the first time yesterday. Did the shuffle for the morning. Ended up with a half a limit of gills, and one 12 1/4" crappie. The ice where I was was 5" at best. Any of the white ice only had 1" of black under it.
Found the Same thing out on the main lake
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDbhqCYj/20200204-082332.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDbhqCYj)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/p9MZW88X/C18-A771-D-A063-428-A-B0-A2-08-DBD56-C5-F91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p9MZW88X)
-
The safety barrier in the concept drawing does not look very fishermen friendly.
-
The safety barrier in the concept drawing does not look very fishermen friendly.
Not sure it's much different than Chapman park as far as the railing goes?
I would be concerned about a smaller parking lot for ice fisherman. The lot gets tight as it is now.
-
Good point Bruce, I don't even try to ice fish there on the weekends because of limited parking already.
Nice job on the perch Freddy, I'm a little jealous.
-
Does anyone know if there are machines going out of Chapmans?
-
got humbled like a redheaded stepchild today on the old girl.......first time out of Taft park and probably my last.....never marked a fish in 4 hrs.....fished all around willard from 15' to 32' fow....heard they did good on Saturday there too........ice was great.....creepers are a must........sometimes we all need days like this to bring me down a notch or 2.......wah wah wah :'(.....all good.....met a good guy and had a nice chat ;).....and got some good exercise
-
Your post is great... that is what the sport of fishing is all about!
-
Does anyone know if there are machines going out of Chapmans?
Today? No idea.
There were a few on Saturday, but there were a couple of big pressure cracks out there that looked really iffy and I doubt the weather the last few days made them better ... everybody's got to row their own canoe though.
-
Don’t know about machines but the drag is pretty easy , I pulled 1.1 miles yesterday
-
1st time on Oneida with wife last sat. Looks promising for the next trip hopefully this season. I feel for you guys putting up with those people. The TIPS Hot Line may have had some results. I know now it's hindsight. Kudos for not losing tempers too easy to get carried away. I now know from reading many posts here for a wide variety of fish why people stay in their flip overs tightlipped.... Stay safe and looking forward to visit there again.
Kim :tipup: :icefish:
-
top was hard this morning getting soft again tonight on way in
-
Nice looking perch Fred....some prime winter eats right there.
Good job doing the shuffle sully.......... And scout, hopefully you'll get em next time. Darn big lake and as you know, they can be tough to locate.
.Here today, gone tomorrow @)...but that's fishin' !!
The "hunt" and search is fun , win or lose.
-
Nice looking perch Fred....some prime winter eats right there.
Good job doing the shuffle sully.......... And scout, hopefully you'll get em next time. Darn big lake and as you know, they can be tough to locate.
.Here today, gone tomorrow @)...but that's fishin' !!
The "hunt" and search is fun , win or lose.
yessir
-
yessir
tomorrow they pay :thumbsup:
-
Got that right scout !! They will pay tomorrow !!
Hey trapp, where you been ? Going to the shuffle tomorrow morning. come on out, and slam some slabs with me. I'll bring the bucket ;D Sully...
-
Careful coming outta Lewis point. There were a couple cracks that had opened up when I left around noon. couple good heaves too. Saw 4-6" most places I went. Moved around a lot! Fish were sensitive to noise/pressure. Frying some up now
-
Lets see what the fish God's do today
-
just gotta make an observation......this winter the night time temps don't seem to ever drop to the forecasted low......seems pretty weird to me.....they predicted 26* and it is 31* here right now........strange year to say the least
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/p9MZW88X/C18-A771-D-A063-428-A-B0-A2-08-DBD56-C5-F91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p9MZW88X)
The fence has got to go, it's not A park, it is fishing access. First time seeing the drawing, too much lawn too, who is going to come and mow that? Looks like 10 less parking spots at least. Maybe spend 200k less on the fancy parts and pour A new 200 yard long breakwall.
Should go stalk sully today. :)
:)
-
Nice fish fellas! Don't you enjoy the smell of fresh fish in your bucket? Glad you're out there walkin' on water. Be safe and enjoy yourselves. It never lasts long enough does it? ><{{{"> ><*>
-
The fence has got to go, it's not A park, it is fishing access. First time seeing the drawing, too much lawn too, who is going to come and mow that? Looks like 10 less parking spots at least. Maybe spend 200k less on the fancy parts and pour A new 200 yard long breakwall.
Should go stalk sully today. :)
:)
It wouldn't have done any good today Tim, Only 2 gills today. As soon as the sun popped the fish disapeared.
Tomorrows weather isn't going to be good. Sully...
-
I was out on the ice Friday afternoon and didn't have any luck. I meet 2 guys up from Pennsylvania that did better than me. They were kind enough to give me their fish and I just wanted to reach out and thank them again. You meet a lot of great people out on the ice.
Thanks again and my wife loved the fish.
-
Hows the ice gonna be up this weekend
-
Hows the ice gonna be up this weekend
ice was in great shape today.........time to fire the sleds up for the weekend
-
It wouldn't have done any good today Tim, Only 2 gills today. As soon as the sun popped the fish disapeared.
Tomorrows weather isn't going to be good. Sully...
that's big bay
-
Keep watching forecast seems like many varies alot from each report some dont seem bad others say over a foot of snow by Saturday others are saying a 4inches at most....hopefully its less then more a couple inches would not be bad...also if you lost a bag tag theres one on the handicap parking sign at chapman
-
should say Back tag,,,,
-
back tags are free to replace now
-
I got the 3 year old out the past 2 nights for short trips. Not fast and furious but we had fun.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0b0XHL9c/9-A7-F20-F0-291-A-42-D8-8508-1-D4-F8-DEF569-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0b0XHL9c)
-
Good job. Start em young.
-
Well done Bruce , that’s happy camper right there
Got out with the goon to chase some perch
Ended with some nice ones , the bottom pic are goons
(https://i.postimg.cc/F7xmgW8Q/12-EBBDDF-DC96-43-AD-AC37-AB0-E5-DF31-BBA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F7xmgW8Q)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVTsH7QS/E67211-FC-B541-451-C-90-A4-9-CCAA1-F91801.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVTsH7QS)
-
Well done Bruce , that’s happy camper right there
Got out with the goon to chase some perch
Ended with some nice ones
(https://i.postimg.cc/F7xmgW8Q/12-EBBDDF-DC96-43-AD-AC37-AB0-E5-DF31-BBA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F7xmgW8Q)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVTsH7QS/E67211-FC-B541-451-C-90-A4-9-CCAA1-F91801.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVTsH7QS)
nice job filet
-
Awesome, Bruce!
Nice fish Filet and Goon.
I got out at dark and iced a few eyes. Tuesday morning was real slow but got a few. Sunday was a slamfest. Still not finding perch though.
-
I gotta work on my perch skills, the eyes were easy friday midday. Sounded like my neighbors were marking them but only got a few.
-
Chowdaire I heard you have been eye heavy there , good for you ,
-
well i couldnt find eyes on tuesday but got the perch go figure but was still a grind
-
Nice work On the fish guys!! Time for a fish fry.
-
Walleye population hits one million mark
http://www.dec.ny.gov/press/119455.html?fbclid=IwAR1ldbsMS0VYtLkB44rZWKQvwyibGPEGcGhKEHs7h6bRoyvk9BEvksxCwe4
-
That’s awesome Bruce!
Freddie looks like a good day 👍🏻
-
The fence has got to go, it's not A park, it is fishing access. First time seeing the drawing, too much lawn too, who is going to come and mow that? Looks like 10 less parking spots at least. Maybe spend 200k less on the fancy parts and pour A new 200 yard long breakwall.
Should go stalk sully today. :)
:)
All that grass is good for is goose poop
-
Great job on the fish guys.
Painfully slow this afternoon mid north shore where I was. Set up for walleyes and only managed 1 short &2 small perch.
Just under 5 inches of ice . Need a nice long cold spell to build up some more ice. Spikes and creepers are a must. Easy drag that is for sure.
Nice meeting you jaker...hope to see you again out there.
-
Same here choo choo, painfully slow isn’t the word for yesterday! Same spot that produced 3 limits was tough to even mark fish. 5” ice and the chase is back on!
-
This snow Crap Sucks it can go away and just be cold >:( so much for making any more ice now :'(
-
about 3in of snow fell last night its now raining, and with more snow tonight should make a nice sloppy mess even more so near cracks and where water will get pushed up
-
Goon glad we went when we did for perch
-
Goon glad we went when we did for perch
yeah for sure on that
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/p9MZW88X/C18-A771-D-A063-428-A-B0-A2-08-DBD56-C5-F91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p9MZW88X)
Everyone - Keep in mind that this is just a preliminary drawing. There should (most likely will) be some input from the locals on this.
I agree, no grass, extend the parking, make sure there is still access to the lake for ice fishing.
-
Same here choo choo, painfully slow isn’t the word for yesterday! Same spot that produced 3 limits was tough to even mark fish. 5” ice and the chase is back on!
Keep chasing and searching....that mass of fish is out there somewhere!
-
No matter what is done it will be very welcomed
I saw some very old pics of Apps Landing very cool ,
So much for perch fishing today 😡 got 6”s to clean up
-
Agreed ,architects always throw in something cutesy , so everyone can enjoy
Yes access for ice fishermen would be nice
No matter what is done it will be very welcomed
I saw some very old pics of Apps Landing very cool ,
My grandfather kept his boat at App's when I was little, one of my favorite spots. I got my first pair of dress shoes from Mrs App at the town store.
We got 4-5 inches of snow easy here today, no more easy dragging out there. I have found 4-5 inches of consistent (black) ice, only it goes up to 7-8 where the frozen snow is, so 3 inches is pretty much frozen snow/slush on top. Going back in the shop till things firm up, i've had my walking for the year. Time to get the sled out soon.
:)
-
Tim Most of the ice was the same but dose have a considerable amount of air , but did find a few spots I measured 10” 9white 1” black , a spud will be very helpful when things start to thaw
,
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDbhqCYj/20200204-082332.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDbhqCYj)
I was wondering if any one knows when construction will begin?
..... and what do they mean when they say "boat" access for angling opportunities? Boats can tie up there to walkup to get bait?.... a car top boat or carry in boat launch area?.... just wondering.
BTW Fred, just missed seeing you and goon boy yesterday att Apps....hopefully see ya's next time.
-
Sorry we missed you Steve
-
I got the 3 year old out the past 2 nights for short trips. Not fast and furious but we had fun.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0b0XHL9c/9-A7-F20-F0-291-A-42-D8-8508-1-D4-F8-DEF569-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0b0XHL9c)
Love this !!!! To cute for words reeleyz !
-
I was wondering if any one knows when construction will begin?
..... and what do they mean when they say "boat" access for angling opportunities? Boats can tie up there to walkup to get bait?.... a car top or carry in area for boat launching?.... just wondering.
BTW Fred, just missed seeing you and goon boy yesterday att Apps....hopefully see ya's next time.
Construction to begin later this winter but we all know how that goes.
Thanks choo choo.
-
The weather has sure been against us this season. I took the wheeler out one day last week on the south shore cause I was finding consistent 6 inches of good ice. But haven't had it on the north yet not comfortable with the inconsistency there. Had areas yesterday where I measured just over 3 inches. Barely comfortable for walking sure wouldn't trust running around with the wheeler. Got about 4 inches of snow last night with 6 or 8 (or more) coming tomorrow. Too bad cause the temp is supposed to be close to zero. Then warming up next week. Cant seem to win.
-
Hi guys .....anyone know how the ice is off of constantia..........
-
Varies. For the most part ok. No machines yet. But that's before this weather system.
-
fished Chapman this morning.......3-4" of snow.......wheeler did fine heading n/w .......cracks were leaking water and were easy to spot.....wouldn't have crossed them if I hadn't been out there previous day.....they were tight the yesterday......14 perch and a few short eyes......fish were not very aggressive.......I think the new coating of snow made them a little groggy......had to work hard with small stuff.......talked to a guy who only could make it out a couple hundred yds .......said drag was horrible.....ice is slick under the snow.....sled time.......ice 6" and hard......6"+ of snow tomorrow will not be good for walkers
-
This ol boy isn’t dragging his Sht out as our hike both days was a mile ,I don’t have anything registered or insured , and don’t think I will
-
This is some wet, heavy snow too. Be a real sticky drag.
I'm pretty sure there's mostly enough ice for the wheeler but after tomorrow there may be too much snow!
It's always an adventure.
-
This ol boy isn’t dragging his Sht out as our hike both days was a mile ,I don’t have anything registered or insured , and don’t think I will
I hear ya Freddy........damdest year I can remember.......snow last night, freezing rain today , sleet tonight, back to snow tomorrow.......cold as hell friday night thru sunday....then warm again.....winter just can't make up it's mind........gaddam mother nature can be a b**ch sometimes :-\
-
I hear ya Freddy........damdest year I can remember.......snow last night, freezing rain today , sleet tonight, back to snow tomorrow.......cold as hell friday night thru sunday....then warm again.....winter just can't make up it's mind........gaddam mother nature can be a b**ch sometimes :-\
Any luck will melt down and freeze next week. Many cold days to come after the Monday Tuesday warm up.
-
Hopefully this rain knocks that snow down good. Then if this next snow is nice and heavy it will be packed down good.
-
Build a Smitty sled you will be amazed how much better it is to drag.
-
Build a Smitty sled you will be amazed how much better it is to drag.
I’ve got one and I use it even on glare ice.
-
I have a smitty they work great
-
smitty sleds are awesome and even work in late season hunting and trapping
-
Smitty is great but with only 5-7" of ice and now this heavy wet snow it's probably gonna be slushy. Hopefully sleds break some trails and pack spots down, time will tell. Hit a smaller lake south of Oneida and found 5" ice but not much for active fish. Stayed until 8pm with no luck.
-
The lake is most likely going to be a mess. A heavy wet snow yesterday with rain then another 6-12" to seal it all in, should be good times. I'll be watching my buddy fish the bassmasters in Florida this weekend on the internet.
-
Hopefully it actually rains next week and knocks it down some.
At this rate it could be over 12".
-
The lake is most likely going to be a mess. A heavy wet snow yesterday with rain then another 6-12" to seal it all in, should be good times. I'll be watching my buddy fish the bassmasters in Florida this weekend on the internet.
BASS Cancelled again for today due to wind. Hartman?
-
What is everyone's take on how the snow will impact the fishing this weekend? Aside from the walk being a bit tougher, will it be bad for the bite?
-
What is everyone's take on how the snow will impact the fishing this weekend? Aside from the walk being a bit tougher, will it be bad for the bite?
I’ve caught them in blizzard like conditions and also blistered them on blue bird sky days
-
Don't forget your compass if heading out today!
-
One thing I've learned about Oneida somewhere on the lake the fish are hitting weather does effect them . How not really sure but they will be hitting somewhere. Many times I couldnt get a bite and some where else some one is killing them
-
So true Oneida 1. Looks like its really starting to come down now. Getting hammered back in Rochester lake side now too.
-
So true Oneida 1. Looks like its really starting to come down now. Getting hammered back in Rochester lake side now too.
I'm in williamson and we got like 6" inches of snow yesterday and only maybe 2 over night it's still snowing but doesnt seem as bad as they have said
-
I'm in williamson and we got like 6" inches of snow yesterday and only maybe 2 over night it's still snowing but doesnt seem as bad as they have said
4" in Syracuse so far
-
We've got 6 to 7" here in Brewerton so far. The radar is heavy snow over onieda lake. She's not going to make any ice with all this snow !! Walking is out. Just have to wait till it slushes up, and freeze back up. The snow will soften the little ice we have. Be safe !!! Sully...
-
Yeah Sully the sunset cam says it all. Not pretty....
-
BASS Cancelled again for today due to wind. Hartman?
Ya, Hartman, we grew up fishing together. I just told him to tell Trip to send it, come on guys! If I can't fish at least I can watch somebody.
-
Has anyone been out from Chapman a few miles? I was curious of the ice thickness. I am planning on taking my father out fishing and he isn’t able to walk far so I was going to bring my sled out if possible. Any help of where it might be “safe” to do this would be appreciated.
-
Maybe this west wind will help
-
just took short sled ride there is slush under the 8 to 10in of snow, wind is picking up
-
I was going to run out at dark and do one last check but the wind picked up and the snow started coming down hard again so it'll probably be different by morning anyway.
Exactly the same here at 15:00 as oneida1 posted.
-
Looking for some help getting a small sled off the ice tomorrow, was on my way back in and it just died, i have no spark.... Willing to pay for someones time and help, pm for info I drilled 19 holes today every 1 was 8-12" of ice!!
-
Sounds like the CDI box.
-
Looking for some help getting a small sled off the ice tomorrow, was on my way back in and it just died, i have no spark.... Willing to pay for someones time and help, pm for info I drilled 19 holes today every 1 was 8-12" of ice!!
Where is it?
-
back of someones truck by now headed to a pawn shop
-
Always looking for good parts for the Ski Doo. I just got A thing from App's that the shoreline in front of Godfreys and the Jewell access is not good at all. I talked to some friends that were out today, already slush under the foot of snow we got on the north shore. There was only 4-6 inches of real black ice here, this will make things sketchy. Get out your nitro pills or some fatty studs on your sleds, it will settle down Monday I'm hoping.
-
Looking for some help getting a small sled off the ice tomorrow, was on my way back in and it just died, i have no spark.... Willing to pay for someones time and help, pm for info I drilled 19 holes today every 1 was 8-12" of ice!!
Doesn't Apps do ice rescues for sleds/quads? Somebody will chime in that knows... Might be better to get it off the ice and then fix it.
-
what part of lake is the sled
-
oh watching people walk out on sylvan beach ....looks like a nasty drag .....you sleds pack down some trails lol
-
Doesn't Apps do ice rescues for sleds/quads? Somebody will chime in that knows... Might be better to get it off the ice and then fix it.
He runs a 4 wheeler. Even if he was doing rescues I’m not sure he could get out there right now with the snow?
-
If 4 wheelers can go out of Chapman please post. Thank you
-
Report: Fire department was just activated for a sled through the ice in the toad harbor area. He is safe and sound as reported. Be safe out there everybody.
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Thanks Zeker for the report , glad he’s ok
-
Doesn't Apps do ice rescues for sleds/quads? Somebody will chime in that knows... Might be better to get it off the ice and then fix it.
They have A device to pull sleds out of the lake and back to shore, but I don't think they do tows. All you need is A good sled and whatnot, just pull the belt off the broken down sled and they pull like nothing. I have pulled 2 people off like that.
-
Anyone been out to shacklton shoals on a sled/ATV yet?
-
I doubt it maybe a sled
-
Heard two guys went for a swim in front of Chapman. Anyone confirm?
-
730 to 1130 25 perch, know of 2 wheelers going threw both hung up so didnt sink not sure where tho.....some good size slush spots out there
-
If 4 wheelers can go out of Chapman please post. Thank you
negative
-
Well done Oneida 1
-
Heard two guys went for a swim in front of Chapman. Anyone confirm?
I know that there are pulling a 4wheeler just east of Chapman maybe a little more than a mile out.
Recover guy told my neighbor that this was his third recovery today and he has a fourth waiting at Lewis Point.
Be careful out there!
BTW, the single digit low tonight isn’t going to help much with 8-9 inches of snow.
PerchEyes
-
I know that there are pulling a 4wheeler just east of Chapman maybe a little more than a mile out.
Recover guy told my neighbor that this was his third recovery today and he has a fourth waiting at Lewis Point.
Be careful out there!
BTW, the single digit low tonight isn’t going to help much with 8-9 inches of snow.
PerchEyes
Wheelers shouldn't be anywhere near that lake right now.....sled had a hard enough time
-
I know that there are pulling a 4wheeler just east of Chapman maybe a little more than a mile out.
Recover guy told my neighbor that this was his third recovery today and he has a fourth waiting at Lewis Point.
Be careful out there!
BTW, the single digit low tonight isn’t going to help much with 8-9 inches of snow.
PerchEyes
Thanks. I decided to leave the sled home today. After I dragged everything out I almost walked back in in just to grab the sled to pull everything back. hopefully on sled next weekend.
-
I know that there are pulling a 4wheeler just east of Chapman maybe a little more than a mile out.
Recover guy told my neighbor that this was his third recovery today and he has a fourth waiting at Lewis Point.
Be careful out there!
BTW, the single digit low tonight isn’t going to help much with 8-9 inches of snow.
PerchEyes
there was a nasty looking heave on the north side of lakeport shoal the other day...probably gobbled up the wheeler......impressed he made it out that far....hope he's ok
-
i think if your on a sled your ok but you cant see the cracks , a sled will cross them but wheelers are getting sucked in, went back out for eyes only 1 short
-
Slushy patches on the north shore as well. 4 wheelers seem like a bad idea right now unless you already know what you are riding on. Sled was fine but had to keep on the gas in spots.
Walleye bite was almost non existent for me and the little guy tonight.
-
Quads are a bad idea now. Heavy sled as well. Slush is everywhere lakewide. If your going to sled...keep it moving.
Ice is safe with 6 to 8” most everywhere. Guys out in channel today. Can’t see that as wise. Slush, once surfed thru, will bog you down and leave you at risk for a breakdown.
Or at least work your sled too hard. Not worth it.
Common sense is not always common.
-
I have come to the conclusion you can post what happens you can say 4 wheelers are getting stuck everywhere ...the people see a foot of slush and ride right out and get stuck ......I don't get it .....maybe a few people do read and listen .....
-
Few years ago I posted no go on wheelers
And it was terrible , slush was almost knee deep , 18” s of snow on top , and people did a lot of shoveling , no wheelers for like 21 days, it’s in the archives , I spent 1 day making frozen spots in key spots to fish from , I bet the snag remembers that, you FBrs can ask him about those conditions , all you can do is post what the travel is like and let everyone make up their own minds
,
-
tall boots are a good idea too :roflmao: lacross time
-
Few years ago I posted no go on wheelers
And it was terrible , slush was almost knee deep , 18” s of snow on top , and people did a lot of shoveling , no wheelers for like 21 days, it’s in the archives , I spent 1 day making frozen spots in key spots to fish from , I bet the snag remembers that, you FBrs can ask him about those conditions , all you can do is post what the travel is like and let everyone make up their own minds
,
I remember that year, I made trails out towards grassy ond little island. The best path was the Constantia-Borios path, you can use that to get out, then go off it and hope for the best.
-
fished off sylvan beach yesterday, took sled to 26` friend had eyoyo camera cool watching fish eyes would just kiss jig with mouth closed. some big perch hang with bigger eyes got 3 perch friend lost couple short eyes fun day. hut was in 2 inches water when we left no issues with sled
-
Thanks Tim
-
Any one off the beach with a sled today I wanna bring my 5 year
-
decent day on the perch, where there were trails from yesterday it firmed up and where the water got to the top of the snow, but still lots of areas of slush under a few inchs of snow then 6 to 8 in of slush and still tuff going
-
Got 6 decent perch in a few hours was nice out there slush is bad off trail
-
It seems like there was a lot more slush tonight compared to last night. Hopefully it goes to all slush before the next good freeze.
Better walleye bite tonight.
Anybody see the moon come up tonight? I tried to get a picture but it didn’t come out good.
(https://i.postimg.cc/y3BwV7c1/337-FB540-5-AED-4354-8-EC2-17-C3-FFBBB561.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y3BwV7c1)
-
It was a work out today. I almost turned around after the first 100yds.i had the throttle down about 3/4 the way and was going about 20. Two guys between 225 and 250 plus gear, we basically road a wheelie for 3 miles. Made a hell of a nice trail though.
Found a decent eye bite in the evening, day was very slow.
-
Fished the last 3 days. Friday and Saturday were tough. This morning it changed. 5 keepers and 5 shorts and 1 perch by 9:15. Made a move and picked up 2 perch. Traveling sucked. When I came off at noon it was getting really bad. Next weekend we should be good.
-
A bud sent this to me last night
(https://i.postimg.cc/Cztt3Svq/514-F54-CC-E412-4815-B561-0404519-D56-A3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Cztt3Svq)
315-420-3625
-
Yikes!
Regulators are noting to play with.
-
Freddy,
Those were the guys that recovered the 4-wheeler I reported going in on Sat.
I wonder how much just to get a wheeler out of a crack (not fully submerged)?
Anyone have an idea?
I'm guessing at least a grand.
Anyways, thanks for the number. I'm going to add to contacts and hope to never call it!
Thanks,
PerchEyes
-
well you can see the slush/ water coming up threw the snow all over the place hopefully it reduces amount of snow dosnt eat away the ice and sets up friday
-
Steady rain all the way to work and rising temps. It might happen. We just need the snow to stay away until it can freeze.
-
The lake is mess, what a year this has been. I won't go out in these conditions again until things harden up. There were a lot of areas where the slush ate up all the snow, if it just gets cold it will be a ton better.
-
I dragged a Frabill Recruit 0.6 of a mile from Chapman on Saturday ... holy crap that was a work out. I've never really needed a smitty sled on Oneida, but now I'm thinking about putting one together. Even then, I don't think it would help that much ... it was like walking in wet cement.
But I managed a couple of 'eyes and a couple of perch. The fish were finicky eaters during the day, but I ate well that night to make me forget the walk out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Jt33mwbt/fishfry-saturdaynight.png) (https://postimg.cc/Jt33mwbt)
-
lake is a mess........nobody out at Sylvan beach........5 huts at Williams......couple huts out at chapman.........by tomorrow it all should be slushy watery mix , then a good freeze will make it all good again.....providing we don't get any more snow....what are the odds
-
Nice job Fly.
You would be surprised how much help a smitty would be.
-
I hate to say it but... anybody ready for green grass? Fishing in a foot of slush blows! Walking the woods chasing coyotes in knee deep snow is a blast as well 😡
-
I hate to say it but... anybody ready for green grass? Fishing in a foot of slush blows! Walking the woods chasing coyotes in knee deep snow is a blast as well 😡
My Myrtle Beach vaca can't get here fast enough
-
I've had enough, just booked a wild bore hunt in florida for next week, leaving some time this week. I would rather be ice fishing but not willing to work that hard and not be safe!
-
Boat shows coming up.
-
I let that goon talk me into a mile trudge 🤪 I must be getting senile
-
I dragged a Frabill Recruit 0.6 of a mile from Chapman on Saturday ... holy crap that was a work out. I've never really needed a smitty sled on Oneida, but now I'm thinking about putting one together. Even then, I don't think it would help that much ... it was like walking in wet cement.
But I managed a couple of 'eyes and a couple of perch. The fish were finicky eaters during the day, but I ate well that night to make me forget the walk out.
See you don't have to go out miles, Fly-Rodder only went 0.6 mile. Most guys walked or drove right over top the fish you were into today. A lot of nice fishing 1/2 mile or so from where you went out if you know where to go. Got those quad points in my Garmin.
-
auger bucket carry over shoulder vex in pack basket spud in hand screw that dragging stuff threw slush
-
auger bucket carry over shoulder vex in pack basket spud in hand screw that dragging stuff threw slush
ahhhhh.....the good old days
-
auger bucket carry over shoulder vex in pack basket spud in hand screw that dragging stuff threw slush
I travel same way on days like this
-
Boat shows coming up.
Dates? Need to remind myself how much I like the boat I have! :P Fun to look at what's new.
-
Well forecast may be ok from Thurseday afternoon to Sunday Mid morning below freezing with Saturday morning being -5,,,, long as we dont get snow ontop might harden up again... Its 50/50 with visible slush on top and snow now
-
See you don't have to go out miles, Fly-Rodder only went 0.6 mile. Most guys walked or drove right over top the fish you were into today. A lot of nice fishing 1/2 mile or so from where you went out if you know where to go. Got those quad points in my Garmin.
Right on. My philosophy is always start shallow and work your way out. Hard to believe how many guys drive or walk over great bites. My best bite late summer was in 4fow. Fall I catch most of my fish casting inside of where guys are wading. This year I’ve been out to 26fow once. Every other time found ‘em shallower.
Sorry for the rant. I didn’t fish this weekend. Getting cabin fever!
-
im looking to repower cant make up my mind merc or yamaha 60 horse.Lets hear you!
-
Right on. My philosophy is always start shallow and work your way out. Hard to believe how many guys drive or walk over great bites. My best bite late summer was in 4fow. Fall I catch most of my fish casting inside of where guys are wading. This year I’ve been out to 26fow once. Every other time found ‘em shallower.
Sorry for the rant. I didn’t fish this weekend. Getting cabin fever!
I do the same but my partner likes to start deep and then work your way back in lol
-
im looking to repower cant make up my mind merc or yamaha 60 horse.Lets hear you!
I have a 60 Yamaha 4 stroke.........sweet motor.......touch the key and she fires...love it......not taking anything away from merc's
-
Well I just had to fish the same area , sat down in one spot , nice to have the shack , nice and dry , not a banner day but not bad , plus 2 keeper eyes , that will teach them to scatter the perch 😉 ,caught some tanks , I checked the cams didn’t see many fishing today ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/2bL8fYWX/DB72-AFBF-5-B7-B-459-F-BD78-F5581582-ACE2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2bL8fYWX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/B8WRw9Cg/51-C32-ACC-B410-40-A8-B0-A4-493577-F70324.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/B8WRw9Cg)
-
Well I just had to fish the same area , sat down in one spot , nice to have the shack , nice and dry , not a banner day but not bad , plus 2 keeper eyes , that will teach them to scatter the perch 😉 ,caught some tanks , I checked the cams didn’t see many fishing today ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/2bL8fYWX/DB72-AFBF-5-B7-B-459-F-BD78-F5581582-ACE2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2bL8fYWX)
Way to go!
Do I see an empty eye socket on one or two of those? 😉
-
Way to go!
Do I see an empty eye socket on one or two of those? 😉
Yes that’s a seeing eye perch 😃
-
I let that goon talk me into a mile trudge 🤪 I must be getting senile
you never said screw it so I keep going , made the walk out and in worth it with the nice fish we have
-
If you have the time check out the link in my post here: https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=376621.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=376621.0)
It shows how we ice fished for smelt in Lake Champlain in the old days.
I think you’ll find it interesting.
PerchEyes
-
That was an awesome video thanks for sharing. I can’t wait to smelt soon on canadice.
-
Dates? Need to remind myself how much I like the boat I have! :P Fun to look at what's new.
CNY boat show
2/20-23 at NYS Fairgrounds
1-9pm Thursday and Friday
10am-9pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday
Sold my boat last fall so I'm really shopping
-
If your going out, stay away from Scriba creeek, make sure your insurance is the best you can get. This guys insurance paid $7,500 to get the sled out. I missed my calling, my buddy said the guy told him he made over 60k this week. I still say it's that damn Al Gore's fault.
(https://i.postimg.cc/87NZp8m7/84401286-1078964035789886-3340092308279263232-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/87NZp8m7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqyCQyfn/84774754-1078963822456574-8881174949952225280-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqyCQyfn)
(https://i.postimg.cc/XpM2PBZc/84866878-1078963982456558-5082337876276936704-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpM2PBZc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0v7jxq5/84951751-1078963925789897-2839813783201775616-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0v7jxq5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/jCB9rk1f/84998206-1078963719123251-5274403603958726656-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jCB9rk1f)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3yrfBMks/85123454-1078963812456575-4651044832439959552-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3yrfBMks)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zb6d8VxN/85210070-1078963872456569-6800554476643024896-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zb6d8VxN)
(https://i.postimg.cc/D4GxZnNX/86171035-1078963915789898-3088117172707262464-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D4GxZnNX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7JrxQKG/86172969-1078963729123250-7016402353070800896-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7JrxQKG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/k2mp2RqX/86190875-1078963762456580-3837143985772560384-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2mp2RqX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/217XhjSd/86193975-1078963769123246-2682491875633397760-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/217XhjSd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fd7PMjgG/86276365-1078963862456570-6803226599136165888-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fd7PMjgG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3dgLQrmM/86315288-1078963999123223-3032573362850234368-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dgLQrmM)
-
Nice job on the fish Fred....good eats.
Nice pictures cny.
-
Wow! Great pics, cny. That makes it real.
And nice perchies, filet. Way to make the walk worthwhile.
-
sounds stupid but the big danger in my eyes now is having a heart attack ....if your pulling threw the slush take breaks and if it's to much quit! i'm honestly tossing my rod and vex in the pack basket and carrying my bucket and spud ....be careful out there
-
If your going out, stay away from Scriba creeek, make sure your insurance is the best you can get. This guys insurance paid $7,500 to get the sled out. I missed my calling, my buddy said the guy told him he made over 60k this week. I still say it's that damn Al Gore's fault.
(https://i.postimg.cc/87NZp8m7/84401286-1078964035789886-3340092308279263232-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/87NZp8m7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqyCQyfn/84774754-1078963822456574-8881174949952225280-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqyCQyfn)
Any idea what insurance the guy had?
(https://i.postimg.cc/XpM2PBZc/84866878-1078963982456558-5082337876276936704-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpM2PBZc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0v7jxq5/84951751-1078963925789897-2839813783201775616-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0v7jxq5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/jCB9rk1f/84998206-1078963719123251-5274403603958726656-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jCB9rk1f)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3yrfBMks/85123454-1078963812456575-4651044832439959552-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3yrfBMks)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zb6d8VxN/85210070-1078963872456569-6800554476643024896-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zb6d8VxN)
(https://i.postimg.cc/D4GxZnNX/86171035-1078963915789898-3088117172707262464-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D4GxZnNX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7JrxQKG/86172969-1078963729123250-7016402353070800896-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7JrxQKG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/k2mp2RqX/86190875-1078963762456580-3837143985772560384-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2mp2RqX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/217XhjSd/86193975-1078963769123246-2682491875633397760-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/217XhjSd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fd7PMjgG/86276365-1078963862456570-6803226599136165888-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fd7PMjgG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3dgLQrmM/86315288-1078963999123223-3032573362850234368-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dgLQrmM)
-
Those are crazy pics CNY. It looked like he cut a long trench too? I am assuming to get back to solid ice?
-
Thanks mcully and happy shopping! Usually some good show specials available.
-
Question do those machine eater holes get marked so another doesn’t take the plunge ?
Great pics Tim
-
you never said screw it so I keep going , made the walk out and in worth it with the nice fish we have
😜 you know me better than that , just the way we like-m strong back week mind 😃
-
sounds stupid but the big danger in my eyes now is having a heart attack ....if your pulling threw the slush take breaks and if it's to much quit! i'm honestly tossing my rod and vex in the pack basket and carrying my bucket and spud ....be careful out there
Well I think if I tired I would take Breaks ,
Well I’d think carrying a back pack spud, auger and extra 25 lbs of fish and breaking through the crust would do harm to one lower back ,
And how does anyone know what conditions everyone walks out on
Maybe the whole lake isn’t the same 😉
Plus goon and I don’t go out blindly , we do a little homework first
-
Any luck out of Chapman yesterday or today.
-
Well I think if I tired I would take Breaks ,
Well I’d think carrying a back pack spud, auger and extra 25 lbs of fish and breaking through the crust would do harm to one lower back ,
And how does anyone know what conditions everyone walks out in
Maybe the whole lake isn’t the same 😉
Plus goon and I don’t go out blindly , we do a little homework first
well Freddie thanks you really think I could get 25 lbs of fish ;D
-
well Freddie thanks you really think I could get 25 lbs of fish ;D
Anything is possible 😜
-
They cut 200 yards of trench, dragged the sled all 600 feet to good ish ice, then lifted with air bladders and pulled it out. These guys have game for sure. I been looking in other forums, it happens so much in Minnesota they only get 800-1200 to do it.
-
Tim do they mark the holes so know one else can be hurt or worse ?
-
Damn that’s crazy! Thanks for posting Tim
-
I haven't been down there, that spot is WAY to the left of the breakwall. Maybe an old Xmas tree near it would be good.
-
Thanks Tim
-
I haven't been down there, that spot is WAY to the left of the breakwall. Maybe an old Xmas tree near it would be good.
That wouldn't be good for me! If I see a tree or a branch I'm gonna go over there and try to fish it thinking it must be somebody's hot perch spot.
-
That wouldn't be good for me! If I see a tree or a branch I'm gonna go over there and try to fish it thinking it must be somebody's hot perch spot.
Chowdaire,
That's why I usually put my sticks 50 yrds south or north of my hotspots! ;)2
-
Well if no marker is posted , those holes skim over with a dusting of snow 😱
No fish markers left behind from this ol boy , if I did the poor guy that fished it might starve 😱
Back in the day when we did use markers were no where near where we fished
-
Who said tree branch hole???🤔😁
-
Who said tree branch hole???🤔😁
That’s my fault that the goons claimed it as I fished the same holes for several days straight years ago and was caught , I marked it on my gps like 11 years ago
-
top of the slush skimmed over last night cant stay ontop of it tho, only about 1/2in thick then any where from 2 -4in of really watery slush under that if we can avoid the full 6-7in of snow tonight tmrw and be closer to the 3in it may harden it all up with cold snap coming in thursday night
-
We used to always put a stick on the north side of our holes.
One time we came out the next morning and a guy put his shanty right over the stick and all.
We used to always throw out a buoy when we were drifting and caught a fish. Next thing you know there is 12 boats drifting by your spot.
The good old days.
-
I listened to a podcast the other day that said that Roland Martin used to grab clumps of reeds and branches and use them to mark his big bass spots instead of the normal plastic buoy. I love hearing about the old tricks.
-
We use a duck decoy with a long line on it.
-
fished off sylvan beach yesterday, took sled to 26` friend had eyoyo camera cool watching fish eyes would just kiss jig with mouth closed. some big perch hang with bigger eyes got 3 perch friend lost couple short eyes fun day. hut was in 2 inches water when we left no issues with sled
Damn, it should be a slow day... Did you take some photos of the fishing camera for me?
-
once I left a marker 100 paces off a hot spot. When I came out the next day a guy was on it and was killing them. grrr
paint my buoys green.
-
I know a gut that would use a orange tape on a stick for a marker then picked a hole and defecated in a hole then put snow on top smear some fish blood around hole next day he would get close to hole and listen to people scream when they opened that hole back up
-
I know a gut that would use a orange tape on a stick for a marker then picked a hole and defecated in a hole then put snow on top smear some fish blood around hole next day he would get close to hole and listen to people scream when they opened that hole back up
Really? You should have reported him for doing that.................. ....
-
Really? You should have reported him for doing that.................. ....
lol he didn't want to turn himself in! That's messed up!
Fished Oneida last weekend. Stayed at Carbone's in Sylvan. Was a great weekend. the hotel and food at the restaurant were great. Got bait at bucks and bolts which isn't my normal stop but I really liked that store.
-
Really? You should have reported him for doing that.................. ....
report him for what????
-
Really? You should have reported him for doing that.................. ....
LOL, that's one reason I never open an old hole. Never know what some folks stuff down their hole when they leave.
-
report him for what????
Mister you are all about reporting violators. Pooping in public waters is a violation..
-
dack you stoned???? officer this guy pooped !!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:......... .....omg i seen a beaver ..... hmmmmmmm
-
Y’all poopers! Lol haha
-
went out bit was bad found 2 to 5 inches a very watery slush on top if it freeze up solid good shape if it dosnt and we add 6 to 7 inches of snow on top of it very bad
-
Like any of you old crackers would let A good bowl movement move you off the ice, my ass. I know every one of you has half A roll of TP in your bag, no lies.
As far as that hole is concerned by the breakwall, unless your "trying" to drive up Scriba creeek you will surely miss it. The sled went in 150 feet from open water where the creek comes out.
:)
-
I know a gut that would use a orange tape on a stick for a marker then picked a hole and defecated in a hole then put snow on top smear some fish blood around hole next day he would get close to hole and listen to people scream when they opened that hole back up
That's a nasty thing to do whether it is illegal or not Ya I've had to go a time or two myself, but I never used it as a trap for someone else
R E S P E C T ( Aretha Franklin)
-
went out bit was bad found 2 to 5 inches a very watery slush on top if it freeze up solid good shape if it dosnt and we add 6 to 7 inches of snow on top of it very bad
How much ice is there currently, not including slush. I would imagine 6-8". Can anyone please confirm, work got cancelled and would love to get out. Thanks in advance!
-
How much ice is there currently, not including slush. I would imagine 6-8". Can anyone please confirm, work got cancelled and would love to get out. Thanks in advance!
Even if someone says there is 6-8" of ice and I'm not saying there is cause I haven't been on Oneida this year yet but please use caution and spud out and spud in
-
Even if someone says there is 6-8" of ice and I'm not saying there is cause I haven't been on Oneida this year yet but please use caution and spud out and spud in
Thanks Brad! Yeah i get it, just trying to get a feel for the conditions, since i haven't been out since this past Sunday. I'll just walk out and drill some holes, plan on taking snowmobile if it hasn't deteriorated the black ice that was there last week.
-
it appeared we did not loose any ice
-
Awesome Oneida! I'll be sure to check for myself, appreciate you getting back to me!!
-
I fished this afternoon off the south shore Williams. Major beaten down paths were fine for walking, I went out about 3/4 mile. Cleats are a must, preferably full cleats. Lots of uneven frozen footprints tothrow you for a loop. As soon as you step off trail you break through top crust 2 or so inches and very wet. I was out in 20 fow and had about 6 inches of varied ice. very wet and messy around the holes. 1 keeper walleye and 4 nice perch and a few smaller ones.
Trails might be tough to find in the morning, depending on how much snowfall tonight/tomorrow. Good luck , have fun , but be safety minded. Real tough to see bad spots due to crust , water and slush.
(https://i.postimg.cc/06MKm1Jv/20200212-151625.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06MKm1Jv)
-
Holy crap 😜 the only old holes I redrill are my own from the day before, this way you avoid any issues
-
I kicked these holes open this afternoon,.... no crap, just a few cigarette butts..lol
-
I kicked these holes open this afternoon,.... no crap, just a few cigarette butts..lol
Steve glad the walk out wasn’t a horrible mess and you had some success
-
Thanks Fred. Not many fish, but better than a skunk. Can't seem to get on a hot afternoon bite. I guess I should stay until aafter dark.
First place I tried on North shore WAS a horrible mess. I walked out about 25 yards and said nahh , then drove to south shore.
-
about the Constantia sled recovery site. They should at least put up some police tape along that long trench and big hole.
I have been to ice derbies where the sponsors use sticks in the ice and put up police tape as a warning of weak ice or open water areas.
-
Went out for the afternoon, found somebody’s orange flag marker. Pulled up on it like I found the mother load in 26 foot of water. Scraped off the top and I couldn’t believe what I found. Just a regular load
-
about the Constantia sled recovery site. They should at least put up some police tape along that long trench and big hole.
I have some surveying sticks, if you want to go over on that sketchy ice above A moving stream and put them up, i'm sure we could find some crime scene tape for you. At least the area will be marked for you when you go for A dunk. It's really is out of the way, unless someone is trying to go up the creek. I agree that the salvage guys should mark it some way. I'm not going anywhere near that spot, it's A death trap. Saw A nice Polaris for sale on craigslist dirt cheap, needs A new seat though. :)
-
seems the recovery people would be liable having left it unmarked
-
I agree that the salvage guys should mark it some way. I'm not going anywhere near that spot, it's A death trap. Saw A nice Polaris for sale on craigslist dirt cheap, needs A new seat though. :)
I should have been more clear.That is what I meant by "they'. They should mark it in some way...police tape, a few traffic cones etc. or something. I sure don't expect anyone to go near that hole or trench to mark it now.
-
seems the recovery people would be liable having left it unmarked
Maybe the person who lost his machine in the water should be liable? Hes the real reason there is a hole in the ice!!
By the sounds of it to me...IF this trench/hole were out in the middle of the lake where its HIGHLY possible someone could find it, I'd agree with marking it...
However it sounds to me like this is close to a danger area as it is and people SHOULDNT be close to this area anyways
-
Fished yesterday afternoon in southwest corner of the lake for pans. Had about 5-6 inches of ice under the crust. Stayed on top for the most part. I could see about 6-7 guys off Williams area. Couple of them out towards the islands. I was in 6-7 fow and had to break out the skunk off. First time out for me this season. Was nice to get out though. Hoping to get after the eyes in the next few days if she firms up some.
-
How much snow did Oneida get? Pretty unfortunate it got any with the cold snap coming.
-
I think we got lucky !! Only a dusting this morning ;D ;D. She'll be making some ice the next two days. Sully...
-
How much snow did Oneida get? Pretty unfortunate it got any with the cold snap coming.
moose you can watch it on the web cams i did :thumbsup: think it's going to work out good for us ;D
-
Just a dusting on the north shore as well. It sure would be nice to freeze that junk up solid.
-
like everyone is reporting just a dusting to an inch of snow so far,,,,,,
-
Great news on the snowfall amount. Thanks to you local guys for the update.
Hope the temps go as low , and last a little longer than they are predicting.
-
x2
-
Out now and Cleveland. Having a hard time marking fish anywhere from 10 to 32 the foot of water. Any information on that would help?
-
Great news on the snowfall amount. Thanks to you local guys for the update.
Hope the temps go as low , and last a little longer than they are predicting.
Second round hasn't hit us yet.
Just stinking bad luck!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/BIUk6nGrfR1HO-6sS5--Dop9w_q7kHy0B64dO757kVfK6Y4cIgFes9MMSkjn0MXvhg3VbfcdYGhu0YNbEFbAqYDnpDcG183q7lq_zPLatY-r8ODK_ey1fIhs7RI3wZr6nacvOrhtxkO_RLpt2AN3zHNRDIFzE30IENAZoa6FVj4GhWIbyhyQseeGLG39gBCW5OsrgsAkCQf5zYCh_21eSkg-fyhvVkZlUXyWh8aVw2HvwxGoDLm2TAH1GTgNLz6b2ZWCieIOVLkbUXxIsbFE87mBzFkEeagX2cMjf85cyKAMgepfSYV3rY15gVSM8ytC_nMh9bEoANPPegdzRe4rd4DGN7zgecm55CQBG0noaTlkDXyYA-upqjLuB1yBX4K7BTgu8VnTe2ORVI2dZcfAdWj8iM60JMuZUJcZjSvk5XUOiAIaR37nulHqoFyCeYIArnQyDc3lXHA-n6YzCtgVIVP78jrmzarqakZgO2mk1FxCMqB-BP96XMSM-0v5vgDpP0lNBmL4WGpSVn9Bl8gQDIvXAZZFycNhwgNgBNQxS3QQ4ytgwGQ_3bSMoI-MzVstTdGQPAvOlUgHsAmFfEH4aM5RqiTJ_vIhNLaQvGkYJNi4CZXmvpMO3o1nkZgEKJv-gtFwAK3zEyeFFpVt8nWiMZKNeJlRbSoqDY1z5MSLbiT1jlBuF-MnR41SUkcbekxN9oNAf29Wg14JPyza16DNnxU0m_S_QJnUvEUgHEoIyn0Nx4Ef=w603-h486-no)
-
Weather channel website says less than one inch in this second wave for Sylvan Beach. Have to see but doesn't look bad. Here in Rochester the lake effect is on a Northwest track and we may get 1 to 3 this evening. All depends on how the winds set up.
-
Dumb question but here goes....I would classify myself as more on the novice side of fishing Oneida. Fished out of Taft 2 weeks ago at some places that have had some moderate success - did not mark a fish in 2 miles and 30 holes later. Ran into a seasoned veteran who was doing the same as I with same results. Jump to south shore Williams past week and half and am having some success. Enough perch for some dinners and occasional eye. Certainly not "slamming" them but bringing home fish. Now for advice or input - have the feeling to try north shore again tomorrow with freeze or am I not smart leaving place I have had a little success. I complain to my wife that she can't make a decision and i'm the worst. Just have FOMO and feel I'm missing a chance to explore another spot. Any advive, input or suggestions are appreciated. Thanks
-
Can't hurt to move around and try to find the mother load or even half of it. I think it will pay off. You could always split the day in two or more places? Nothing better than getting on them after searching them out. Can always go back to current spot if nothing turns up.
-
Dumb question but here goes....I would classify myself as more on the novice side of fishing Oneida. Fished out of Taft 2 weeks ago at some places that have had some moderate success - did not mark a fish in 2 miles and 30 holes later. Ran into a seasoned veteran who was doing the same as I with same results. Jump to south shore Williams past week and half and am having some success. Enough perch for some dinners and occasional eye. Certainly not "slamming" them but bringing home fish. Now for advice or input - have the feeling to try north shore again tomorrow with freeze or am I not smart leaving place I have had a little success. I complain to my wife that she can't make a decision and i'm the worst. Just have FOMO and feel I'm missing a chance to explore another spot. Any advive, input or suggestions are appreciated. Thanks
I think that was me Stella you talked to that day........that was really a weird day for sure........they can keep that damn north shore ;D.......tomorrow you could back to the same holes you cut 2 weeks ago and pound em.......try Chaumont right now, it is on fire for perch......oh, and nice chatting with you that day
-
I walked out from Williams today......got a late start....never set up until 9 am.........walking wasn't too bad as choo choo said....stay on the beaten path........temps tonight and tomorrow should tighten er up nicely......6 perch and an eye to show for my 3/4 mile walk @)
-
Yes Scout that was me. One of the great things about ice fishing is meeting up with guys that share similar interests. I am a glutton for punishment and heading back to north shore tomorrow...probably going to kick myself in a$$ for doing that. Also am planning on chaumont next week to see if all the stories I'm hearing are true. With my luck it will be "oh you should have been here last week when they were biting!" May bump into you again.
-
Can anybody tell me the name of the rd for messenger bay for parking thanx
-
Can anybody tell me the name of the rd for messenger bay for parking thanx
Lewis Point Rd
-
I walked out from Williams today......got a late start....never set up until 9 am.........walking wasn't too bad as choo choo said....stay on the beaten path........temps tonight and tomorrow should tighten er up nicely......6 perch and an eye to show for my 3/4 mile walk @)
Good job scout, glad you caught some fish.
Hope your prediction of it tightening up happens tonight or tomorrow ...will be able to easily walk in any direction then...a lot more options.
-
Me and my in law met a nice guy from PA at apps and followed his crew out never fished there usually go out of constantia the walk wasnt horrible but the 3 inches of water in the shanty wasnt too fun walked out to the drop off and kinda just hung around on the deeper side of it not very good luck 2 perch for the day. We did find some really sketchy spots along the 4 wheeler trails where it was opened up and not very thick maybe 2 inches so be careful out there.
-
Maybe the person who lost his machine in the water should be liable? Hes the real reason there is a hole in the ice!!
By the sounds of it to me...IF this trench/hole were out in the middle of the lake where its HIGHLY possible someone could find it, I'd agree with marking it...
However it sounds to me like this is close to a danger area as it is and people SHOULDNT be close to this area anyways
Speaking from experience (went through with the wheeler almost seven years ago), I marked the spot with three wooden dowels, masonry twine, and a couple pieces of survey tape tied to the twine. Forgive me, Mother Nature, for the survey tape in the water come spring, but I am ok with that if it saved a life. All the rest was biodegradable. Let's be honest....two/three linear feet of survey tape around the gas hole I went through pollutes the lake less than one weekend in Three Mile.
-
Thanx scout
-
about the Constantia sled recovery site. They should at least put up some police tape along that long trench and big hole.
I have been to ice derbies where the sponsors use sticks in the ice and put up police tape as a warning of weak ice or open water areas.
If someone can post or message me coordinates of this trench, I could post it on the Gasholes Map.
-
Looking on making first trip up to Onieda. What are the ice conditions off of Lewis Point. Looks like your getting some good ice making temps. Would one say it would be safe to take a sled from the point to messenger shoal ? Thanks and tight lines!
-
Took the sled out of Williams this morning. Worst day on Oneida in my career!! Started in 26', marked 2 eyes rather early 8:30, moved by 9 to 20', marked nothing, moved at 10 to 16', marked some perch the size of my jigging rap. Off the ice by noon. Absolutely pathetic. I used my camera to see the jig size perch in 16' and used my garmin panoptix elsewhere. I panned out 50' from my hole, pounded the bottom religously and could not stir up anything anywhere. I wont be fishing out of there for the rest of this so called season, back to the beach for me. Ive limited on eyes and roughly 10-20 jumbos every outing, 6 so far, not including todays debacle. Sorry had to rant!!!
I found anywhere from 6-8" of ice everywhere, sled handled the slush fine. Should be firmed right up come tomorrow!
-
Waiting till Sunday here. Everyone be careful and good luck.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZBBSKNQh/thumbnail-2020-02-13-T213402-550.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZBBSKNQh)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Was slow for goon and I , slowest day we’ve had to date , ended up with 8 really nice perch and 2 eyes and dumped some nice eyes , perch were extremely finicky , today was the first time the eyes started showing up in numbers 😡
Our drag out and back was a bit tougher due to the temps softening things up , with the temps coming things should tighten up nicely
Good luck all and be aware of your surroundings give the streams plenty of room
Give
-
Was slow for goon and I , slowest day we’ve had to date , ended up with 8 really nice perch and 2 eyes and dumped some nice eyes , perch were extremely finicky , today was the first time the eyes started showing up in numbers 😡
Our drag out and back was a bit tougher due to the temps softening things up , with the temps coming things should tighten up nicely
Good luck all and be aware of your surroundings give the streams plenty of room
Give
good job Freddy and goon.......picked 6 jumbos and a nice eye in a short trip out of Williams yesterday......didn't mark alot but the ones I got were quality fish
-
only can see couple of guys out there can not see any spots that indicate slush im guessing it set up got to work all weekend so wont be out till monday, 5 degrees on south shore top should def all be set up by tmrw....
-
I’m coming from the east on I-90 and want to know if it’s quicker to get off in Verona and head towards South Bay on route 31 or get off near canastota and head north on route 13 to South Bay. Any advice helps as I’ve never been to Oneida.
-
Canastota
-
Anyone else venturing out to shackelton shoals tomorrow?
-
Better day today caught some nice perch and I killed 2 perch eating eyes 😃walk was a snap , walk back was a bit chilly ,
I’ll post pics in the morning taking tomorrow off
-
Fished for eyes for the first time this season from 4:30-6:00. Ended up landing 5 keepers and a short. Lost a beauty at the hole and missed 3 others. Felt great to get out. Walked a mile round trip and like Fred said the walk was a breeze. Decent sunset and after dark on the walk in the horizon was orange. Here’s the 3 I brought home.
(https://i.postimg.cc/PP9dNG39/13-DEB96-F-318-F-4305-97-EE-1076-FCAC92-B9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PP9dNG39)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bdYyB9SC/46-FAE1-A7-A42-A-4-C6-A-B5-AD-62-DF1-DB22-FD6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bdYyB9SC)
(https://i.postimg.cc/c6DxytQs/A75-CC653-4-C37-42-BB-99-DD-50-F0-F8-D111-D2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c6DxytQs)
-
Well done Bob
-
nice job man ain't no rust on your fillet knife :thumbsup:
-
fished till 10 am this morning and the lake firmed up nicely......would think machine traffic should be a go everywhere by tomorrow......sled worked great this morning........picked a dozen jumbos and , as usual, :o dropped 2 nice eyes at the hole ( seems to be my m/o this year)......gotta sharpen my hooks I guess :o
-
good job Mr. Fillet
-
Sweet
-
Same to you Fred! Glad you had a better bite today.
-
Nice job you guy's....
Nice pictures and eyes Bobby DeadEyez !
-
2 degrees already on south shore
-
:
2 degrees already on south shore
:thumbsup: :icefish:
-
Nice job on the fish, guys.
I hit the evening bite. It was decent. Didn't mark a ton of fish but the ones I marked, ate.
Picked up one of the Frostbite Dinner Bell spoons this afternoon at the LP baitshop. I think the eyes liked it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/D48RY1LN/IMG-4115-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D48RY1LN)
Traveling (walking) was a breeze.
-
Nice work on the fish guys!!! Just 2 keepers and a few shorts for me tonight. Not a ton of marks where I was A bit nippy coming off. Brrrrr!!! Ice is setting up nicely with the cold
-
After hemming and hawing at last minute went back to south shore. Like Scout I also dropped 2 eyes (1 slob) at hole ARGH . Did bring 20 keepers home after fishing till noon. They would come in waves..needed to be patient. North shore will be my next adventure...soon. Fishing this lake is addicting.
-
just started truck for work -6 out
-
Should of made some ice last night
-
just started truck for work -6 out
No swearing please lol (work) 😳
-
think i'll need a extra sweat shirt today :roflmao:
-
just started truck for work -6 out
:sick:
-
Not many but I’m not complaining about quality of the perch , the 1 small one is 9”s
(https://i.postimg.cc/crXWrHY1/D0-B8118-B-F62-E-477-E-9-DA8-B7-C704-BAB687.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/crXWrHY1)
-
Nice catch. That one walleye is a fatty....h2l
-
Yum.. Nice job Fred. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: You know I loves some perches.. ;D. Might make a trip out there tomorrow..... If everything falls in place. Or just might stay local..
-
I’m coming from the east on I-90 and want to know if it’s quicker to get off in Verona and head towards South Bay on route 31 or get off near canastota and head north on route 13 to South Bay. Any advice helps as I’ve never been to Oneida.
6 of one, half dozen of the other. I think Verona is quicker..
-
Anybody fished out of Godfrey lately? I’m debating going there this afternoon or maybe out of App’s? Thanks
-
Nice job guys. Those are some quality fish Fred.
-
Great pic of the eye Chowdaire... how do you like the "Dinner Bell" jigs? Looks like he really slammed it.
-
The Dinner Bell had a great first showing as I think all new lures do. I think the fishing gods are just up there trying to make us empty our wallets so everything new works the first time out. Then when you buy 10 the fish decide they don't like 'em anymore.
This morning I didn't get anything on it but it's probably got less than an hour of use so far. Time will tell if it becomes a regular in the rotation or just one that comes out in desperation.
-
Thanks for the honest review. I think I will give them a try. Sometimes active fish will make whatever you're using perform well.
-
The Dinner Bell had a great first showing as I think all new lures do. I think the fishing gods are just up there trying to make us empty our wallets so everything new works the first time out. Then when you buy 10 the fish decide they don't like 'em anymore.
This morning I didn't get anything on it but it's probably got less than an hour of use so far. Time will tell if it becomes a regular in the rotation or just one that comes out in desperation.
Didn’t you know fishing lures are not to catch fish. They are to catch fisherman. Lol I hope it continues to work
-
Walking tomorrow. Does a fat guy have a chance to make it north of Dunhams or is Chapman the safe bet.
-
Walking tomorrow. Does a fat guy have a chance to make it north of Dunhams or is Chapman the safe bet.
ice is great for all modes of transportation
-
Travel was great today on the sled. The eye bite was fast and furious. Didn’t matter if you had a minnow head on the rap or just bare lure. First 2 trips of the season have been a blast!
-
Travel was great today on the sled. The eye bite was fast and furious. Didn’t matter if you had a minnow head on the rap or just bare lure. First 2 trips of the season have been a blast!
Atta boy Bobby! @)
-
ugh one more day of work...........
-
WTG Bobby , thin that heard
-
can walk out without getting goose bumps on my goose bumps ;D
bye the way i can confirm 999,998 left i kept 2 ...... as the legion tells me ya don't count shorts
-
Fished the north west shore yesterday. Everything froze up real nice. Measured 7 - 8 inches of good ice where ever I went. Good to go with all machines. Use caution and pay attention of course as normal. Perch were a little slow but the size was good. Ice should be good for the next week or so anyway.
-
can walk out without getting goose bumps on my goose bumps ;D
bye the way i can confirm 999,998 left i kept 2 ...... as the legion tells me ya don't count shorts
999,995 now. ;D
-
😁👍🏻
-
Wow, great job Bobby DeadEyez ! :bow:
Did pretty good on the perch out deep yesterday...some waves came through, but no eyes. Packed light(no heater) and paid the price...sun did feel good mid day, and met some good guy's out there.
Had to take a break today.... maybe should have taken a break yesterday and fished today!!
-
Just thought I would mention that I happened to call and look at a nice camp for sale by owners, on the N. shore Taft Bay area yesterday too.Right on the water and they have a covered boat lift and smaller dock going with the sale . Nice couple from Conn. selling it after 17 years there. They don't use it so much anymore.... Kids have grown up and they don't like to fish or boat!
I am not really looking for a house or camp on the lake, just a lot or small piece of land. The driveway is plowed and I have the address and phone number if anyone is interested in any details.
-
Wow, great job Bobby DeadEyez ! :bow:
Did pretty good on the perch out deep yesterday...some waves came through, but no eyes. Packed light(no heater) and paid the price...sun did feel good mid day, and met some good guy's out there.
Had to take a break today.... maybe should have taken a break yesterday and fished today!!
Nice job Steve! I’m going to chase some perch this week I think
-
999,995 now. ;D
:thumbsup:
-
So ATVs off North shore doable now? Any snow on top or all locked up? Thanks!
-
Anyone lose something at Williams today? Cody asked me to have you call him. He has it. 315 993 3365. Thanks
-
Fished this evening from 4-6. It was dead until 5:30 then the bite heated up. Between 5:30-6 I landed 3 keepers. I also got broke off 3 times in a row on 2 different polls. 🤦🏻♂️ I think releases cousin was out there after that happened lol. Was a great night to be out for sure and travel was a breeze.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xcDNLR1j/8-DC0998-E-ACB8-49-E9-BD1-E-5-E36-F20-DC381.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcDNLR1j)
(https://i.postimg.cc/6TGG7Sw1/BB813520-A797-49-CB-860-D-6977334-C97-AB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6TGG7Sw1)
-
Great job Bobby!
-
Well done Bobby
-
Nicely done, DeadEyez.
I tried to do the same but the Wolfpack never showed up tonight.
-
Thanks guys. I was worried they weren’t gonna show up but ended up waiting them out and got lucky
-
nice job waiting them out :thumbsup:
-
Made my first trip up to Mother O this weekend with a buddy; fished Sat and Sun. Sat morning was a chilly one. Very convenient time for the buddy heater screen to get clogged up and stop working. This was after we learned the auger blades were re-installed upside down after the fresh sharpening. :o Mild winter has us out of practice! Many thanks to the nice gentleman who lent us his K drill so we could set up! Marked high flyers all am, but they were not willing to cooperate. Needless to say without the heater it was a short morning before we headed off to fix the gear and grab a hot lunch. Back at it off Chapman in the PM and again marked a lot of fish but they were very sluggish and wouldn't commit. ??? Did meet PerchEyes out there, great fellow!
Sunday am, regrouped and back at Lewis and we found some hungry walters. Fast and furious at sunrise 2 keepers and lost one other at the hole, also caught numerous other healthy 14" specimens. All went back to grow bigger. Grabbed some lunch and made the trek back home. Travel with the wheeler was great, ice is in very good shape. Hopefully we will make it up at least one more time this season. Oneida is always an adventure. ;)
-
I found an auger on the ice today when I was coming off around noon. PM me with description and approximate location if you lost one. Thanks
-
Way to go Bobby Deadeyez, puts a smile on your face don't it? ;D Good job by all you guys, glad to see you FINALLY got some fishable ice! :tipup:
-
Anyone lose something at Williams today? Cody asked me to have you call him. He has it. 315 993 3365. Thanks
BUMP
-
fished out from chapman yesterday and got my first ever limit of walleye on Oneida Lake. (last year was my first year ever fishing it) Also brought home 5 jumbo perch, it was a bit frustrating throughout the day that there were tons of fish underneath me but very few that wanted to bite. i threw everything i had at them.. Mid day hooked into what I thought was a walleye of a lifetime, had the rod bent right over, ripping out drag, took a good 5 min to land it..... big fat smallmouth bass >:(
-
Good job TB. Those smallmouth can be fun to get through the hole.
-
Nice job on the fish everyone! Good to hear your ice finally firmed up.... :thumbsup: Been having good success on the home waters so haven't made the trek up since open water.
-
Good day on Saturday southside ... cold to start, but once that sun started beating on the shanty, I was down to my shirt. Handful of jumbo perch, couple of keeper walleyes, and a burbot on a dead stick shiner. Had to work for everything and after 1-ish, I couldn't get any marks to bite. They'd chase an chase, but wouldn't commit for the free ride up.
Surprised at how few people were out there. Ice was good, not a bad walk.
-
Large crack from Cornell runs north east just heads up
-
hello
what is the limit size of walleye and daily limit on Oneida
thank you
-
3 15”
-
actually caught a 4-5lb northern on oneida today.......very healthy fish to say the least.......first snake I've caught ice fishing in years
-
Fish this afternoon from 4:30-6. End up landing one keeper and one short. Marked quite a few but they were finicky where I was.
-
Oneida was good to me today. 2 eyes and 43 perch (most of the all large females) at least they look like. All fish was released Park police officer at the parking lot was checking license and fish. Fun day .
-
thank you Z potter for your reply
-
Oneida was good to me today. 2 eyes and 43 perch (most of the all large females) at least they look like. All fish was released Park police officer at the parking lot was checking license and fish. Fun day .
Damn I wouldn't have let any of the perch go
-
psssst brad ......he's trying to sell you a bridge buddy ;D
-
psssst brad ......he's trying to sell you a bridge buddy ;D
Yea no crap I just like to throw fuel on the fire every once in awhile
-
psssst brad ......he's trying to sell you a bridge buddy ;D
Most people bring an arm full of wood in the type of guy that brings an arm full and a 5 gallon gas can
-
I didn't know that may create such a reaction..I came for 3 days fishing trip driving 5 hr to fish Oneida. Staying in hotel have no interest to keep fish . Hopefully tomorrow will be even better day.
-
Sounds like a great day to me GV!
-
any day you have fun is a great day ;D
-
Anyone lose something at Williams today? Cody asked me to have you call him. He has it. 315 993 3365. Thanks
Ling,
Did someone claim the item? I ask because I chatted with a guy off of Chapmans on Sunday that said he did lose something at Williams on Saturday.
I didn't get his handle. I thought he said he was going to post on this thread which I said would be wise.
I hope he see this.
Cody, you make us fellow OLD's proud.
Thanks,
PerchEyes
-
Ling,
Did someone claim the item? I ask because I chatted with a guy off of Chapmans on Sunday that said he did lose something at Williams on Saturday.
I didn't get his handle. I thought he said he was going to post on this thread which I said would be wise.
I hope he see this.
Cody, you make us fellow OLD's proud.
Thanks,
PerchEyes
I matched up Ling's post with a post on FB from the day before and the equipment is back with the owner yesterday. Ling said that Cody (16 yrs old) is a great kid in the neighborhood and tries to help everyone. He's just not on the internet. :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumbsup:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
I matched up Ling's post with a post on FB from the day before and the equipment is back with the owner yesterday. Ling said that Cody (16 yrs old) is a great kid in the neighborhood and tries to help everyone. He's just not on the internet. :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumbsup:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
A 16 year old not on the internet damn that's a good kid. Glad to see he did right thing and returned whatever was lost to rightful owner
-
whats a internet????
-
A 16 year old not on the internet damn that's a good kid. Glad to see he did right thing and returned whatever was lost to rightful owner
Cody returned it and received a nice reward. He was happy. He’s old school- comes by after snow storms to help shovel, asks if we want the lawn mowed, offers to help out all the time. Great kid to have in the neighborhood. Need more like him.
-
looks pretty ugly out there right now but I bet the fish are on fire......10 yrs ago I would have been out there :'(
-
Off of the south shore yesterday with 3 friends. Caught 3 good perch and lost a pretty good eye at the whole. Cut my line clean with his teeth. One of those days... dropped my new cell phone down a hole when a perch hit while I was looking at Navionics app. Bummer. One of our group did nicely on the perch. A couple of waves came by and he capitalized on them. Fished until 5:30. Found the same thing with plenty of marks from 4 to 5:30 but they would sniff and then drop back to bottom. Comfortable drag and temps to fish in.
-
Seen these two Eagles yday morning
(https://i.postimg.cc/FYjzSV4X/20200217-080230.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYjzSV4X)
-
I went out of Williams this morning, about 530, and walked right into a hole over 20 feet of water. Just looked like snow and in I went. Was about 2/3 out from the beach, in a direct line to the islands east point. It was dark and no one around. I walked well past the only other person out that early. Far enough they never heard my yells for help. I had my ice picks but could not pull myself out on the 1st attempt. Said to myself I was not going to die there and scratched, kicked and rolled out. THOSE ICE PICKS SAVED MY LIFE. Make sure you where them!!! My approach to ice fishing will completely change now. Dont be like me and get complacent. That 1.5 mile walk back was cold and terrifying. If I had gone in again, I likely wouldnt have had the strength to get out. Be safe.
-
Glad you made it out okay. Scary stuff especially in the dark
-
Holy cow! Glad you're ok.
-
Hey guys plan on heading out to Chapman park tomorrow on Oneida looking for a place to grab some minnows any info would be appreciated.
-
Damn man that’s scary stuff! Thank god you got out! Glad your ok
-
OMG...how scary :o glad you were able to get back on top !!
-
Glad to hear you got out OK. Smart to be wearing ice picks. I'll never be without em.
-
sounds like a gas pocket good to hear you made it out....fished till noon weather shut them down most would not hit came in 20perch 1 eye
-
looks pretty ugly out there right now but I bet the fish are on fire......10 yrs ago I would have been out there :'(
10 years ago you’d be working 🤪
-
WOW MP. I am glad you got out!!!
That is scary stuff. Definitely sounds like a gashole.
-
Glad you are okay and safe. I couldn’t imagine going in like that. Probably would never step foot on ice again.
-
Hey guys plan on heading out to Chapman park tomorrow on Oneida looking for a place to grab some minnows any info would be appreciated.
There is a a real nice bait shop by Lewis point
-
Mustang suit, Striker, some sort of flotation and picks when venturing out alone, well worth the money, piece of mind and a fighting chance if you go in.
So happy you made it out ok, no time to lose another brother to crappy ice!!!
-
I went out of Williams this morning, about 530, and walked right into a hole over 20 feet of water. Just looked like snow and in I went. Was about 2/3 out from the beach, in a direct line to the islands east point. It was dark and no one around. I walked well past the only other person out that early. Far enough they never heard my yells for help. I had my ice picks but could not pull myself out on the 1st attempt. Said to myself I was not going to die there and scratched, kicked and rolled out. THOSE ICE PICKS SAVED MY LIFE. Make sure you where them!!! My approach to ice fishing will completely change now. Dont be like me and get complacent. That 1.5 mile walk back was cold and terrifying. If I had gone in again, I likely wouldnt have had the strength to get out. Be safe.
Thankfully you made it out safe. Were you out past the island on the east side? Herd there was a gas hole in that area but I never went out that far.
-
Glad you were able to get out. I bet it wasn't a good feeling, good thing you kept your cool...h2l
-
Hey guys plan on heading out to Chapman park tomorrow on Oneida looking for a place to grab some minnows any info would be appreciated.
Cookies on Minoa Road is nearby and he is generous with his scoops and counts.
-
a guy on facebook posted a pic and coords of a gas hole out of Williams this past weekend.....would assume that was the culprit......glad you made it out safely
-
Madperry—- as others stated—so glad you made it out! Your post is very important and timely. I didn’t carry pics until about 5 years ago—thought I was still in my 20s— ice or lack there of doesn’t care about age!!! Gunner
-
a guy on facebook posted a pic and coords of a gas hole out of Williams this past weekend.....would assume that was the culprit......glad you made it out safely
Is it posted on here?
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.0
-
Picks——would help if I proof read my posts—-either way stay safe! Gunner
-
Glad you got yourself out, way to keep your head.
-
Glad to hear the happy ending MP. I went in quite a few years ago and if you haven't had it happen to you you cant imaging the feeling. Just a reminder of how dangerous a lake Oneida is in the winter. If you fish alone which I do you cant overstress the importance of a few safety items. Hope you never have to use them but if you do they are lifesavers.
-
happy to hear you made it out ok and back safe...… goodluck stay safe
-
Is it posted on here?
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.0
I don’t think it is.
Scout - can you get those coords off of Facebook?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThyBfmzR/2-DA07-C00-63-C9-4-C72-BF97-B92-B905-CC136.png) (https://postimg.cc/ThyBfmzR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0KJ4nRY6/B5-A78-C43-694-A-45-C8-8738-B2-BED0-F5-F50-F.png) (https://postimg.cc/0KJ4nRY6)
He didn’t have coordinates but this is the general area
-
I know we have 8 inches of ice but a spud is a beautiful thing to carry....
really glad your here to warn us all MadPerry
-
I know we have 8 inches of ice but a spud is a beautiful thing to carry....
really glad your here to warn us all MadPerry
I went out alone on a different lake last night, got to the lake at 22:00. This site has me convinced to walk with a spud every time, even when I witnessed a quad come off as I walked on
-
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p720x720/86665332_10157222431398657_4377564945940742144_o.jpg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_eui2=AeHPyrReQR-C1lpweERrQcNFqWmUmm4d-NHTblPmlfPKVHyABssL5IevJhi4iTv-iZ_qdantVpDKOPeCaWklEl4dTyrtK6R8GxA76_cymN4UQA&_nc_oc=AQm5tr4uJgDZuya0oglIPJGQ7-HtvHc2NPAYt1HOmNNpHyW3KR5dxkxrohI4e4gdfaA&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=ebf8474d6c6f56148911fba2773ef634&oe=5EBC14D3
-
https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p720x720/86665332_10157222431398657_4377564945940742144_o.jpg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_eui2=AeHPyrReQR-C1lpweERrQcNFqWmUmm4d-NHTblPmlfPKVHyABssL5IevJhi4iTv-iZ_qdantVpDKOPeCaWklEl4dTyrtK6R8GxA76_cymN4UQA&_nc_oc=AQm5tr4uJgDZuya0oglIPJGQ7-HtvHc2NPAYt1HOmNNpHyW3KR5dxkxrohI4e4gdfaA&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=ebf8474d6c6f56148911fba2773ef634&oe=5EBC14D3
this is the gas hole at williams
-
Glad to hear the happy ending MP. I went in quite a few years ago and if you haven't had it happen to you you cant imaging the feeling. Just a reminder of how dangerous a lake Oneida is in the winter. If you fish alone which I do you cant overstress the importance of a few safety items. Hope you never have to use them but if you do they are lifesavers.
Taking that swim is humbling, isn't it?
I refuse to be embarrassed about it, however. And I appreciate how all of you aren't piling on in a typical internet shamefest. Shows the quality of the people here.
I shared what happened so it sharpens everyone. Much like I didn't want to go out that way, I don't want any of you to either. Ice picks are cheap. I say I was complacent because for a few years I have been "planning" on getting a striker suit. I have been using a clam suit for several years. I know now that it did offer a slight amount of buoyancy. But they fill with water immediately and add to the weight pulling you down. Big boots do not help while treading water. I wont be going back out until I have a Striker suit. I won't be going back out in the dark with no one around or with me. I also lost my spud bar earlier this season. Figured I didn't need it anymore this year. Hmmmmm.
I'm a middle aged man with a few extra pounds. I struggled mightily getting out. Something to consider.
-
Any gas holes near lewis point and sylvan beach?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThyBfmzR/2-DA07-C00-63-C9-4-C72-BF97-B92-B905-CC136.png) (https://postimg.cc/ThyBfmzR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0KJ4nRY6/B5-A78-C43-694-A-45-C8-8738-B2-BED0-F5-F50-F.png) (https://postimg.cc/0KJ4nRY6)
He didn’t have coordinates but this is the general area
It is likely that was the spot I went through. I think it was a little closer towards the direction of the island. I say that because I check Navionics every couple minutes as I walk out, to see position. That is NOT how it looked this morning in the dark. Completely covered in snow. After going in, I was in no position to mark a waypoint.
-
Sure glad you had your ice picks on and you got OUT !
Get a good quality winter whistle that does not have a ball inside that could freeze.
That is right near where I was fishing last week heading for the east end of island....thankfully did not find that gas hole by accident! I followed the main sled trail out and did not notice it, might have been just beyond where I hit the 20 fow mark...scary situation being solo and no one within earshot of you. I might start carrying a driveway reflector post or wood stick and some ribbon, strips of a wal mart bag or police tape as a flag warning in case I find any... for the next guy that might happen by .
-
I know we have 8 inches of ice but a spud is a beautiful thing to carry....
really glad your here to warn us all MadPerry
You are absolutely right. I lost mine earlier in the season. I knew there was 8 inches out there because I fished Saturday. And I wasn't worried about walking anywhere I wanted to.
-
Glad Your safe , no joke when it comes to safety equipment
-
For you new guy's to ice fishing ,Here is what I carry around my neck when I step out on any ice. Yellow lanyard around my neck holding a nail cclipper, forceps,depth sounders ice paste and most importantly my ice picks and winter whistle.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Wh08zT4R/20200218-182133-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Wh08zT4R)
Again, glad you got out ok...and hope I don't ever have to use the picks or whistle.
-
Taking that swim is humbling, isn't it?
I refuse to be embarrassed about it, however. And I appreciate how all of you aren't piling on in a typical internet shamefest. Shows the quality of the people here.
Big boots do not help while treading water.
I'm a middle aged man with a few extra pounds. I struggled mightily getting out. Something to consider.
We all get a little complacent with the spud bar, especially with 8 or 9 inches of ice.
About the heavy boots...you are so right. An oldtimer told me many years ago when we all wore those heavy sorel type boots. He said " lace them up, but keep them loose ...in case you go in you can kick them off if you have to" "They get really heavy when in the water" hard to kick or swim with heavy boots in water.
To this day I lace up my boots loosely when on the ice or out in row boat or canoe, especially in cold water.
I went through the ice when I was in my twenties, no ice picks...was lucky to get out..could not even yell the ice water took my breath away. I don't know if I could get out now without the picks.
-
Very good news that you got out safely. Just goes to show you no ice is ever 100% safe. I saw dozens of wheelers and sleds out off of Chapman on Sunday I would never assume a guy on foot could go thru anywhere besides in front of a running creek. Those gas holes are no joke, to be honest it's terrifying.
-
Here is another one between apps sn jewel on 33 ft of water...i did put the mark on navionics
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDWZHJgS/Screenshot-20200218-192125-Boating-HD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDWZHJgS)
-
Any gas holes near lewis point and sylvan beach?
If someone knows, I also would appreciate knowing.
-
I went out of Williams this morning, about 530, and walked right into a hole over 20 feet of water. Just looked like snow and in I went. Was about 2/3 out from the beach, in a direct line to the islands east point. It was dark and no one around. I walked well past the only other person out that early. Far enough they never heard my yells for help. I had my ice picks but could not pull myself out on the 1st attempt. Said to myself I was not going to die there and scratched, kicked and rolled out. THOSE ICE PICKS SAVED MY LIFE. Make sure you where them!!! My approach to ice fishing will completely change now. Dont be like me and get complacent. That 1.5 mile walk back was cold and terrifying. If I had gone in again, I likely wouldnt have had the strength to get out. Be safe.
MadPerry,
So glad you made it out!
Your post drives home the point that no ice is totally safe especially Oneida with all the gas holes.
We all should learn from your mishap and be cautious and be prepared.
Best,
PerchEyes
-
Wow! Glad your ok! Good thing you had your picks but didn’t hear you mention a spud bar? Might not have made a difference but in the dark I use mine every step.
-
Glad you go out ok. Thanks for sharing. Reminds me how to not get comfortable and just rip out on the sled tho I been doing out for 3 weeks with it.
-
Glad to hear you made it out safely and thanks for sharing your story and insight. Hopefully we can all learn something from it, heavy boot's, ice picks and a strong will to live. I can see myself easily becoming complacent when there is machines running around and 6" or more of solid ice. Glad your home for sure!!
-
X2 glad you made it MP...
-
That is scary stuff right there, we had 5 inches fresh snow in Constantia today. I swear I know that gas pocket, it is just east of the trail they make from Borio's to Constantia on the lake every year. It is A big one, I thought it was on the map already.
-
Just a quick question to the locals. I fish the lake several times through the ice and have seen sketchy ice not sure if its a gapocket or not. My question is year to year r they always in the same spot or do they move? Thanks for anyone that answers.
-
Is it posted on here?
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278992.0
It is now, as well as the one reported today off Jewell. Thx Scout & NJMAR for the coordinates. I will double check these in the morning. Let me know if they don't show or don't appear right.
Glad you are O.K., by posting it here you may have helped others avoid it.
Recapping:
1.) Bring a spud and use it
2.) Bring picks and wear them
3.) Check the gasholes map in the link above on p.2 for the area(s) you intend to fish (or the navionics version) and be aware of any holes in those areas.
If there are any other gas holes y'all find post coordinates here and I will add them to the map. Thx.
-
Just a quick question to the locals. I fish the lake several times through the ice and have seen sketchy ice not sure if its a gapocket or not. My question is year to year r they always in the same spot or do they move? Thanks for anyone that answers.
I was told they don't by some of the people here, and I researched it as well, they do not. See item 5 in link below.
http://lakeice.squarespace.com/gas-holes (http://lakeice.squarespace.com/gas-holes)
-
Glad you got out ok !! I am very familiar with that gas hole !! Almost went in it a couple years ago. It's usually in that general area. It wasn't that big a couple years ago, but we had better ice that year. CNY Tim, that's the same hole.
There's another big one just off the northern tip of Frenchmans island on the edge of the channel not far from bouy 133.
Be safe out there !! A true wake up call for everyone !! GLAD YOUR OK !! Sully...
-
Yeah. With the crap ice this year and now the snow and getting toward March they’re going to start opening up. Bad combination.
-
Glad you got out ok !! I am very familiar with that gas hole !! Almost went in it a couple years ago. It's usually in that general area. It wasn't that big a couple years ago, but we had better ice that year. CNY Tim, that's the same hole.
There's another big one just off the northern tip of Frenchmans island on the edge of the channel not far from bouy 133.
That year we had over A foot of ice and that hole was still open, I remember that one trip home it was cold as hell out. That hole was still open, you could probably light it on fire. I'm surprised none of the snowmobilers haven't gone through it, you see how close thos sleds tracks are to the hole?
Too bad they couldn't mark those gas holes, the really big ones that we know about with some kind of warning buoy. Put them in the lake in the fall, then pull them up after ice out, have to be anchored good as the ice would monkey with them.
Crazy
-
Here is another one between apps sn jewel on 33 ft of water...i did put the mark on navionics
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDWZHJgS/Screenshot-20200218-192125-Boating-HD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDWZHJgS)
I see your mark on the Navionics too. Can you add the Dumham one on your navionics too? I am not sure how to make public WPs.
The Dunham Gashole Coordinates in Scouts link are.
N 43 12.041
W 76 1.819
-
Ok..will do
-
Is anyone else having a problem seeing the old gasholes on the navionics app?
I know where a couple were and they’re not showing for me anymore. New ones are though so community edits appear to be working.
-
Is anyone else having a problem seeing the old gasholes on the navionics app?
I know where a couple were and they’re not showing for me anymore. New ones are though so community edits appear to be working.
Yes Chowdaire........ and This new one south east of Dunham Island is not showing up on my phone navionics or my Lowrance unit navionics.
My phone navionics does not show coordinates...I have to punch them in
so I punched in the coordinates (n43 12.041 w76 1.819) on my phone navionics and on the depth chart overlay on my Lowrance & it is showing 16 fow. Is that the depth that you guys are showing for this new one SE Dunham off Williams ?
-
I did put dunham gas hole on navionics...can u guys confirm u can see it there
-
Any gas holes on east side of the lake?....if u guys know any i can put them on navionics so everyone will see it
-
Any gas holes on east side of the lake?....if u guys know any i can put them on navionics so everyone will see it
I see it. I think you had the names flipped between the ABC GH (the one off the north shore) and the Dunham GH (the one off Williams park near Dunham island). I updated the names though so I think that will show on everyone's navionics now.
-
Bruce It’s there now 🌑
-
Yep...I have it on my phone navionics app now.........
It's a much different line and angle out from Williams park towards Dunham island than I thought,...... the gas hole is much further east, and shallower depth than I expected. Thanks for posting this info reeleyez and nj mar.
-
Not good ten inches of snow tmrw predicted
-
say it ain't so Oneida ! Dang...how is the walking out there today ?
Hope to get out tomorrow !
-
say it ain't so Oneida ! Dang...how is the walking out there today ?
Hope to get out tomorrow !
walking was fine today from the south shore ChooChoo......we're suppose to get anywhere from a dusting to 10" of lake effect tonight and tomorrow morning........we shall see
-
Thanks scout57, car is packed...just waiting to see and hear from you local guy's....much appreciated .
-
Thanks for posting those gas holes guys 👍🏻
-
just checked the weather for the next 48hrs says 1-3" so who knows their never right.
-
Great Not..... News channel 9 has the lake right in the center of the heaviest snow
-
Great Not..... News channel 9 has the lake right in the center of the heaviest snow
same forecast from Wayne Mahar.....6-12"
-
How much snow is on the lake now?
-
2 to 6 in drifts cover about 40% the rest bare ice
-
I checked 3 weather channels , 1-3” to 6-10 , if they want to play it safe just call it a trace to a foot 😜
Screw it cant be any worse than yesterday
Beats sitting home wondering , worst case I go have breakfast 🍽 and head home 👍
-
My 10 year old and I are attempting to make hey safe trip out on Oneida, hoping for perch, praying for walleyes. We are walking on the lake and coming from Rochester. I’ve been reading the threads and I am still looking for a little input on where a fair shot might be within reasonable walking for us. Most importantly we want to stay away from any gas holes or unsafe conditions. I have a spud and we use it. His first time on the ice and my first time on Oneida.
-
Hoping to head up this sat for 2nd visit. Was wondering what pound test line do you use for jigging eyes and on tip-ups? Also how many of you have caught eyes on tip-ups this tear? Thanks...….
Kim :tipup:
-
My 10 year old and I are attempting to make hey safe trip out on Oneida, hoping for perch, praying for walleyes. We are walking on the lake and coming from Rochester. I’ve been reading the threads and I am still looking for a little input on where a fair shot might be within reasonable walking for us. Most importantly we want to stay away from any gas holes or unsafe conditions. I have a spud and we use it. His first time on the ice and my first time on Oneida.
most places your going to have a little walk , as far as gas holes my suggest carry a spud and use it on snow covered ice .....be careful around pressure cracks too
-
I got my 7 year old son and his 8 year old cousin out tonight.
It was a blast coaching them. Man is it tough to get them to tease the fish and SET THE HOOK!
Very proud of these boys. They want to go back out tomorrow in a snow storm. Not happening! >:(
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsXXzMf8/8-C356-EF6-DF3-F-45-E3-BE3-F-ED197-B5-A4-DF0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsXXzMf8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Xp9RX8n5/DFF1484-A-44-F2-4-F63-B077-5103-EE4-EA5-FB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Xp9RX8n5)
-
Reeleyz
Great pics.
I bet they have a lot of fun out there!
I’m sure they are addicted for life Now :thumbsup:
-
Yo Bruce
Maybe you can get the boys to give this Olfart a tip or 2 while you are at it. Oneida was not as kind to me today. I was fishing with CuseFan today. He limited with three identical 22 "ers and skunked the old guy.
Good news was he took pity on me and let me take them back to camp where they were summarily delt with and et. :woot: :woot: :woot:
-
reel :thumbsup: your a good man brother .....they both will remeber the night forever
-
Once again priceless grins. Walleye jiggers for life!!
-
Thanks guys. We had a lot of fun.
-
I got my 7 year old son and his 8 year old cousin out tonight.
It was a blast coaching them. Man is it tough to get them to tease the fish and SET THE HOOK!
Very proud of these boys. They want to go back out tomorrow in a snow storm. Not happening!
That's awesome seeing youngsters enjoying what we to enjoy
-
I was planning on heading out of Taft over the weekend is it safe for sleds? I'm not sure of the ice thickness. I don't fish Oneida very often.
-
I got my 7 year old son and his 8 year old cousin out tonight.
It was a blast coaching them. Man is it tough to get them to tease the fish and SET THE HOOK!
Very proud of these boys. They want to go back out tomorrow in a snow storm. Not happening! >:(
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsXXzMf8/8-C356-EF6-DF3-F-45-E3-BE3-F-ED197-B5-A4-DF0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsXXzMf8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Xp9RX8n5/DFF1484-A-44-F2-4-F63-B077-5103-EE4-EA5-FB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Xp9RX8n5)
Great job. Nice to see the youngins getting out and catching a few.
-
Great job reeleyz and company 👍
-
3-4 inches snow here in Constantia at 5:30, really just light snow now. Great stuff for the sliders. :)
-
Same amount here. The lake had a lot of bare ice spots and smaller hard snow drifts yesterday. I bet a lot of this new snow blows off anyway.
-
Heading to the big eye this weekend coming from buffalo and would love to get in to some walleye on the east end. Bringing the finance out for the first time. And not sure where to go out of. If some one wouldnt mine helping me out it would be awesome. Pm if u would like or would love to tag along but would be on foot. Please and thank you guys
-
Nice work reeleyz and crew!!!!!!
-
How much snow ended up on the lake overnight?
-
Around 5 inches of light fluffy snow like a couple of the guys stated.
Nice job Bruce! Those kids must have had a blast out there!
-
Thanks. my bad I missed the report from this morning
-
Guys and gals... not trying to start a war here.... there is a 156 pages of knowledge right in front of you.. everyone would LOVE TO GET SOME EYES...
With todays technology all you need to do is equipt yourself with it, add water and USE IT
There are fish being caught ALL OVER THE LAKE...
Look for the shanty villages
General info.. start in 20 fow and move out to 35 fow searching till you find what you want
-
All i was asking was for a little bit of help. Hope u guys never come out this way to fish cause i wont help u. Works both ways guys
-
bass would do you want???? listen carefully .....follow the crowd start around 20 feet and work deeper ......use electronics be mindful of gas holes! ....it's pretty simple buddy
-
Stay at the beach just tring to find out what area should i try out off of. I strictly fish only the great lakes for eyes and salmon. And do dam good took 1st in loc fall steelhead and runner up the past few years that lake is new to me. And would love to get her on some fish. This is our one year anniversary and thats what she wanted to do. So thats way i asked for a little help. But i see there is a lot of rude people on this site. And this site to for helping people not make them feel like a dumb dumb.
-
Bassmaster... Here are 3 options like Frogger said. All can produce fish...
North shore. Can be good if you hit it on a bite. Park at Godfrey Point state boat launch. Head out to ~20 feet of water and drill a few holes. See if you mark any fish. If not continue out deeper until you reach the "drop off". Fish top of drop off and then try bottom of drop. This is from 25 to 40 feet of water. Fish near but not on top of other people until you get a feel for things. Experiment a little. You will find some fish before long believe me. Use jigging rap with minnow head for eyes as a starter. Small spoons with spikes or minnow head for perch. Good luck.
If you want to try south shore go to Chapman park. Plenty of parking.
If you want to try sylvan beach just head out to where all the shanties are off the beach. Fish slightly away from the crowd to start. Might find active fish.
Good luck. Let us know how you do.
-
And if all else fails theres ALWAYS a hot bite at flo’s dinner just down road from Lewis point lol
-
Ok so they twisted my arm and I took the boys back out, this time for perch, and i brought the 3 year old too. :o
The wind wasn’t horrible.
We fished the midday bite from 10-2. Pretty solid action.
I need a nap!
(https://i.postimg.cc/VrdSJZSH/0-F3-D83-F3-1-B04-403-E-991-B-3-D17-BD435-ADC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VrdSJZSH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JtsJ00Z4/3-EAE0613-EAF3-4059-B57-D-C522-B3-A2-F94-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JtsJ00Z4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MfBvDcm7/79-EEC905-EF59-4779-9-DBC-C566061315-BA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MfBvDcm7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/K12g05VR/9-D07-F69-E-FD95-4-C7-D-B3-D9-E0-BAB628-BDD9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K12g05VR)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mcdz2WrH/A82589-BF-CCC2-4256-8-AD5-23968-AA26677.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcdz2WrH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/xJhXMGMj/CA321394-22-C0-48-DC-976-A-6132-B450-EFEE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xJhXMGMj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/v4txkVFX/F580034-E-2-D85-4-CCA-9-E7-A-9-CE7-D7-D6668-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v4txkVFX)
-
Looks like fun had by all! Nice work!
-
That's awesome great pics
-
Bassmaster... Here are 3 options like Frogger said. All can produce fish...
North shore. Can be good if you hit it on a bite. Park at Godfrey Point state boat launch. Head out to ~20 feet of water and drill a few holes. See if you mark any fish. If not continue out deeper until you reach the "drop off". Fish top of drop off and then try bottom of drop. This is from 25 to 40 feet of water. Fish near but not on top of other people until you get a feel for things. Experiment a little. You will find some fish before long believe me. Use jigging rap with minnow head for eyes as a starter. Small spoons with spikes or minnow head for perch. Good luck.
If you want to try south shore go to Chapman park. Plenty of parking.
If you want to try sylvan beach just head out to where all the shanties are off the beach. Fish slightly away from the crowd to start. Might find active fish.
Good luck. Let us know how you do.
Bassmaster, I wouldn't go straight off the launch at Godfrey major pressure ridge at the end of the launch and off to the left foot and a half high in some spots. Probably covered with snow now so it might just look like a drift but IT's NOT. "Read" the ice if it looks weird stay away! Those Ridges hold weak ice and pockets of water that can be a little tricky for those unfamiliar with Oneidas little challenges. Been fishing it for 20 years and I still learn something new every year. If you do access at Godfrey (It's a good spot) go over the rocks to the right of the launch and stay right when you hit the ice. Stay on a beaten path wherever you go GAS POCKETS are NO JOKE even seasoned veterans go through sometimes you just can't see them. Bring a spud, icepicks, rope and have a plan (make sure your fiancé knows what to do) just in case. People from all over visit Oneida every year and think it's just like their home lake... IT'S NOT!!! Be safe and good luck x2 on the jigging raps and I'll add buckshot rattle spoons to the list... you gotta figure out the color :)
-
That's great, Bruce! Looks like everyone had a blast!
-
Awesome job team Reeleyez! That’s what it’s all about 👍🏻
-
Bassmaster, I wouldn't go straight off the launch at Godfrey major pressure ridge at the end of the launch and off to the left foot and a half high in some spots. Probably covered with snow now so it might just look like a drift but IT's NOT. "Read" the ice if it looks weird stay away! Those Ridges hold weak ice and pockets of water that can be a little tricky for those unfamiliar with Oneidas little challenges. Been fishing it for 20 years and I still learn something new every year. If you do access at Godfrey (It's a good spot) go over the rocks to the right of the launch and stay right when you hit the ice. Stay on a beaten path wherever you go GAS POCKETS are NO JOKE even seasoned veterans go through sometimes you just can't see them. Bring a spud, icepicks, rope and have a plan (make sure your fiancé knows what to do) just in case. People from all over visit Oneida every year and think it's just like their home lake... IT'S NOT!!! Be safe and good luck x2 on the jigging raps and I'll add buckshot rattle spoons to the list... you gotta figure out the color
-
All i was asking was for a little bit of help. Hope u guys never come out this way to fish cause i wont help u. Works both ways guys
Not really sure WHAT WAS SOOOOO RUDE about my post????
That's great you are very successful on the soft water!!!!!!!!!!!
Your post wasnt asking for A LITTLE HELP.. you asked for someone to p.m. you with details or for you to "tag along"
The info you asked for is right on prior pages...
My post gave you VERY DECENT INFO and a generic start where to go.. so again
..NOT SURE WHAT WAS "RUDE"
On a serious note..
Good luck my friend and I SERIOUSLY hope you find fish
-
Can you take a sled out at Godfey? I've only taken a sled out of apps on the north shore. I usually launch my boat at Godfrey. But never ice fished out of there.
-
Zap, before last Saturday (when the Ice jams formed) I would say yes for sled out of Godfrey. But since then I'm not sure if people are driving over it (I chose not to even walk over it... air pockets and such) as I said to bassmaster people are accessing the ice by walking over the rocks to the right of the launch. This happens almost every year with the ice at the end of the launch. Sometimes... well most of the time there is enough snow to drive wheelers and sleds over the rocks but this year not so much. To answer your question we have a sled and choose to access from apps... not that far depending on where you wanna go.
-
Reeleyz, that second picture is PRICELESS. It better get framed....h2l
-
So, did Oneida East end get a lot of snow today?? Looking for fishing there Sat AM. Thanks...……………
Kim ???
-
Thanks birdslayer. Info is much appreciated. Apps it will be.
-
Heading to the big eye this weekend coming from buffalo and would love to get in to some walleye on the east end. Bringing the finance out for the first time. And not sure where to go out of. If some one wouldnt mine helping me out it would be awesome. Pm if u would like or would love to tag along but would be on foot. Please and thank you guys
No secrets ,head for structure get there early Lewis point or Cleveland are great spots , start a 25’ and work from there , tip your raps with minnow heads or not your choice , spoons kast masters and slender spoons work pretty well
Apps has a great selection and will help
-
Reeleyz, that second picture is PRICELESS. It better get framed....h2l
X2 get some rest dad you must have been busier than a 1 legged man in an arz kicking contest 👍
-
If your headed to Lewis Point Fri or Sat better get there early, lot fills up fast.
-
So, did Oneida East end get a lot of snow today?? Looking for fishing there Sat AM. Thanks...……………
Kim ???
no.......good for every mode of transportation
-
Fished 4:30-6 this evening. One keeper eye for me. I sucked lol. They were there I just couldn’t get it done. My buddy that was with me did much better. Travel was nice on the sled. Be careful if your out. The glare ice with snow on it it slick! My 79 year old fishin buddy went down pretty hard. Took it like a champ though.
-
korkers!!!!
-
He usually wears them. Don’t know why he didn’t today...bet he has them on tomorrow. I told him I thought he was trying to breakdance 😂
-
i always have a couple extra sets of cleats with me .....hate seeing any one fall and get hurt
-
A bunch of the guys on this website reached out to give me help getting on the ice and staying safe a couple days ago. A group of stand up guys if I were asked. Some of the same people that are being accused of being rude were exceptionally nice to me and I have a hard time reading backwards and seeing any rudeness. I have been watching this thread for a couple years and have scrolled backwards and probably read every page of it. There’s a ton of information on here.
-
Thanks for the help scout57. Heading sat am from "Albany". Probably going to access from Verona Park. Didn't do well off Sylvan last time. Hope you chase some flags...….
Kim :tipup: :thumbsup:
-
Forgot to ask, where do you park at Louis Point?? Saw satellite image where road circles a house with garage. Do police bother you if you park on side of road. Thanks...
Kim ???
-
Go Down Lewis point rd parking on the right ,you’ll see all the red snow fence, get there early , it fills fast
-
Forgot to ask, where do you park at Louis Point?? Saw satellite image where road circles a house with garage. Do police bother you if you park on side of road. Thanks...
Kim ???
The road has no parking signs so I would plan on getting there early for a spot in the lot.
-
For guys with trailers and machines is it OK for us to park at Verona, to avoid clogging Lewis?
-
For guys with machines is it OK for us to park at Verona, to avoid clogging Lewis?
I am almost positive that you can. Sylvan is not that far by machine either.
-
Thanks reeleyz, if the gate is open I'll take a peep or just move down the line if not friendly. Usually just walk, but I'd like to explore away from crowds. BTW nice job getting the young ones out! Great pics..... @)
-
Heading out Sat. morning out of Apps, should I bother bringing the smitty or is the snow not bad enough to drag just a one man shanty out ? The less weight the better for me...
-
Any chance the snow will be gone at Williams by tomorrow morning.
-
Yesterday there was anywhere from 2" to maybe 8" - 10" MAX where there were hard drifts. I don't think we will lose much snow today.
When I am dragging I always use a smitty unless I am only dragging a small jetsled.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XB3dC28w/IMG-20200221-121708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XB3dC28w)
nice day today.........weather was awesome and the eyes were on fire.......iced 9 keepers before 8:30 then went hunting for perch....found a few.....ice is perfect
-
Any chance the snow will be gone at Williams by tomorrow morning.
no
-
Nice job on the fish Scout and thanks for the report. Good luck if you're heading to the Blue Canoe.
-
no
Thanks.
I have to make it out Dunham’s at least once so tomorrow is it. Snow be damned
-
Thanks.
I have to make it out Dunham’s at least once so tomorrow is it. Snow be damned
shouldn't be too bad Chum.....bring cleats
-
shouldn't be too bad Chum.....bring cleats
Thanks. Never take them out of the shanty. Looks like it gets cold enough tonight walk out won’t be horrible. Hopefully I will have a bucket of perch to help with the walk back.
-
i beat up on the bluegill & sunfish pretty good ;D
-
Wow...great morning for you scout. !!
I struggled finding any numbers of marks, late morning to 4:30 walking off the south shore yesterday. Mid day walleye bite has been tough for me.
I will try another new spot I guess tomorrow, maybe north shore.
Good job trapper.
-
i'm more a flat fish man anyways
-
i'm more a flat fish man anyways
sweet meat on those flatties !
The smaller teeny bluegills and sunnies drive me crazy some days.... quick hit and gone... quick hit and gone...stole bait.. re- bait....miss another one....repeat !
-
Scout forget those eyes I want to see perch , we got from May till Dec to fill the freezers , come on get off that easy bite 😜
-
Scout forget those eyes I want to see perch , we got from May till Dec to fill the freezers , come on get off that easy bite 😜
it was pretty easy today for eyes........but perch were a tad finicky :'(.........haven't tried that spot we talked about yet......was gonna try today but decided to stay close to home
-
Scout forget those eyes I want to see perch , we got from May till Dec to fill the freezers , come on get off that easy bite 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/56pmTzgg/711-FB9-D7-2-F57-41-E2-95-B5-6-EC96320-E9-A3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56pmTzgg)
-
Just fyi all the ice melted and there are no fish in oneida lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/56pmTzgg/711-FB9-D7-2-F57-41-E2-95-B5-6-EC96320-E9-A3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56pmTzgg)
nice.....gotta get me one of those
-
Lol. Don’t let him razz ya lol. I’m still on the easy bite myself
-
Lol. Don’t let him razz ya lol. I’m still on the easy bite myself
those easy days make up for the many hard days Deady
-
That’s the truth!
-
Fished 4:30-6 this evening. One keeper eye for me. I sucked lol. They were there I just couldn’t get it done. My buddy that was with me did much better. Travel was nice on the sled. Be careful if your out. The glare ice with snow on it it slick! My 79 year old fishin buddy went down pretty hard. Took it like a champ though.
Moral of the story that old Perky schooled you, even though he could barely walk. :)
-
Remember Bobby the day he came out and cussed the guy out for fishing in his hole ,lmbo
-
Lmao yeah I’ve witnessed that a couple times 😂
The least I could do was find the fish for him Tim lol
-
Hey guys could anyone give me a little help a good color maybe the best size rap or maybe raps aren’t a good idea not sure walked out from Lewis this morning marking a ton of fish but I must suck tried every thing I think
-
I think there needs to some remedial lessons on how to park a car/truck. Those with trailers, too.
-
Hey guys could anyone give me a little help a good color maybe the best size rap or maybe raps aren’t a good idea not sure walked out from Lewis this morning marking a ton of fish but I must suck tried every thing I think
My son and I have been marking them pretty good on and off all morning. The perch and eyes we have caught so far have been on size 5 blue/chrome jigging rap. He’s using a minnow head and all my fish have been Without bait on the rap. Good luck!
-
Ty
-
Sometimes the assist is almost as much fun as scoring (basketball analogy). Nice touch DeadEyez.
-
The other day I got them on 3 raps and spoons , dots with spikes for some , I tip everything unless they are hot
All you can do is try different things with different presentations
Good luck
-
Thanks guys just realized that I suck on Oneida for sure mark a bunch just can’t get them to commit. Man this is frustrating as all heck to Mark so many fish and not get them
-
There’s always a lot of sheepshead swimming around LP like zombies too. That can be very frustrating because you can’t be sure what they are without a camera.
If they’re chasing they’re probably eyes or perch though.
-
Got another slaunch this morning. This one 25" and just as round as the 26 I got earlier this season. Fish are real healthy this year!
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyVF1q3F/IMG-4123-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyVF1q3F)
7" hole
(https://i.postimg.cc/wychkvbg/IMG-4125-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wychkvbg)
-
Nice fish my fish will have to come from Doug’s fish fry
-
That's a nice fish. Even the small ones are fat this year.
-
Awesome eye.
-
Nice fish Chow!
The lake looks pretty busy today! Every parking area was full on the north shore.
-
Slow day at Chapman’s today so far. 5 perch no eyes. Looking to try on the north shore tomorrow. Wondering if sleds are getting out near Godfrey yet?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWyBvBtM/E1-E93-DCD-66-FC-42-B1-8933-084-E5357-FE6-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWyBvBtM)
Got into the eyes pretty good today... 2 man limit by 8.... lost about 5 at the hole cause of the stupid jiggin rap front hook... beautiful day on the lake
-
Nice work Tbell
-
Nice work Tbell
Thank you sir
-
crapieslammer I feel your pain. Onieda Lake hates me 2 1/2 hour ride for me , every time I come up the fish don't bite , the wind blows , it rains, the ice is NO GOOD 3 feet of snow, on & on I want so bad to catch some eyes thru the ice and it just does not happen congrats to all who due well there , I just suck at it
I had thought about coming up tomorrow, but it sounds like you guys got some snow and with the warm temps coming I expect it will be nasty walking good luck all
-
crapieslammer I feel your pain. Onieda Lake hates me 2 1/2 hour ride for me , every time I come up the fish don't bite , the wind blows , it rains, the ice is NO GOOD 3 feet of snow, on & on I want so bad to catch some eyes thru the ice and it just does not happen congrats to all who due
well there , I just suck at it
You don’t suck... you just need to put in time... nobody goes out and slams them everyday, it just doesn’t happen
-
I really have T, I would just like to slam them ONCE I've done well in summer , but I know that's a different ball game probably need to learn more about the lake and it's structure
-
Remember Bobby the day he came out and cussed the guy out for fishing in his hole ,lmbo
I did that once, Perky circled me 3 times on his sled before I waved at him to come here. Ever since then I have been "The Snake", Your an effin Snake Timmy, fishing right in my damn hole.
I admit I totally did it to get the old man, he got me good on Big bay once, that is another funny story.
-
Weird bite for me today. Ended with 21 perch and two eyes. The ones that bit came charging in and bit quick. I also marked a ton that would stay on the screen for a long time but would not bite no matter what you did. I have a feeling I would have limited out if I stayed all day. There were fish under me all day, I bet they went bonkers at some point. Most of the fish including the eyes came on tiny jigs with two spikes. A couple on a dead stick minnow but they definitely wanted the small stuff.
-
crapieslammer I feel your pain. Onieda Lake hates me 2 1/2 hour ride for me , every time I come up the fish don't bite , the wind blows , it rains, the ice is NO GOOD 3 feet of snow, on & on I want so bad to catch some eyes thru the ice and it just does not happen congrats to all who due well there , I just suck at it
I had thought about coming up tomorrow, but it sounds like you guys got some snow and with the warm temps coming I expect it will be nasty walking good luck all
62, There's almost no snow on the ice walking is fine. We haven't lost any ice in the last few days, gained a bit it anything. Don't know about the next few days though a lot of the ice is solid now but not what you'd call quality ice, it will deteriorate fast with a couple of warm days or rain like we're supposed to get.
-
thanks el
-
Great eye Chow! What a hog 💪🏻
Got out for couple hours this morning with little Deadeyez. Tried a different spot for perch/eyes. We marked quite a few but some of them were lethargic while others screamed up to the lure. Didn’t set things on fire but It’s always a fun time with my best buddy. Here’s our catch
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FZ82fxS/3966-A704-11-AA-485-B-A94-F-CEDADDC20263.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FZ82fxS)
(https://i.postimg.cc/WFyB3L2Y/BA5-E87-BF-85-C8-4-C91-A8-F8-E9-F0-A2-EE69-D8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WFyB3L2Y)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5YjcbNMF/E33-D233-F-4054-421-D-91-BA-F59-B94210420.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YjcbNMF)
-
you never fished with me your a jerk
-
not even sure what that was all about ............. :cookoo:
-
It was an Internet Troll. see the site below for more info. Since he got a response he/she will be back
https://www.howtogeek.com/465416/what-is-an-internet-troll-and-how-to-handle-trolls/
-
Hats off to the eyez! You boys have done a stellar job teaching the “little eyez” how to catch those walleyes and perch. Trying to do the same with my kids.
-
Wife and I fished off Sylvan Beach again yesterday. Walked about a mile out slightly toward channel. Started setting up around 7:30. Flags started going up. Left around 1:30. 9 good perch. 12.5" - 9". Nothing smaller. 24' of water. At least 20+ flags. Hit and drop, stolen bait. Wife had her tip-up go up same time as mine. Ran 40' in a hurry and stopped. She tried to set the hook but missed hooking it. Probably a smallie. Tried jigging many holes but couldn't mark anything or bring them in. Thought that was weird because of the flags we got all day. Good time out there. Maybe next week for walleyes.
Kim :tipup: :tipup: :icefish: :clap:
Certainly respect you guys for getting those walleyes. Just have to put my time in...
-
you'll get them
-
Wasn’t a bad day for us yesterday no complaints here
(https://i.postimg.cc/yJxMYxwd/B8-FC3337-85-D9-422-A-977-B-2362-F0908-EA8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yJxMYxwd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/pmWN4qCK/E45270-C1-A3-D2-4-EFE-8-DF2-6-A1504943297.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pmWN4qCK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7bHFq6r/84585-D5-E-27-AC-4647-8-D11-78-CD02-A5899-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7bHFgq6r)
-
Great job Bobby and lil’ Deadeyez!
-
Slow day yesterday morning. Marked lots of fish, landed 5 perch and this toad of a smallie in 30 FOW. Came screaming up and smashed a silver Cleo tipped with a buckeye. Though I had a heckuva walleye on at first.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sj2M955H/0-F5-F8-DD9-0019-4-F11-9472-845-AAE0944-A0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sj2M955H)
-
Those smb are always fun to catch...real fighters !!
-
Great looking fish, guys. And awesome getting the young fella on ‘em, DeadEyez.
I usually run into more smallies and burbot this time of year. They’re both fun to catch and the burbot are tasty too.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBKs6SXJ/50801-BCC-7463-468-E-97-BE-8-C7-E2-B88-C998.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBKs6SXJ)
My morning couldn’t have gone any worse today. Couldn’t find keys to my truck before I was about to take off on the ice, needless to say I had them in my pocket the entire time 🙄. I get out there a little later then I would have hoped. First walleye comes charging at it... I set the hook and my rod snaps. Screen is full at this point and I’m trying to get my other rod set up. Drop that one down and I get another hit and I snap my jiggin rap off... just wasn’t my day... still managed a few.
-
I should through a couple of yours on my hook Rickr at least felt a fight
-
Had a great day yesterday on the eyes. Started at about noon and action picked up in afternoon as the day went on.
Landed 7 keepers ... lots of shorts... and a couple of nice big bonus perch...had a good time. Was wore out from a loooong drag .
(https://i.postimg.cc/qtjYLFyp/20200222-180438.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qtjYLFyp)
Great job Bobby Deady and jr, tbelll and everyone that caught fish and had fun out there.
Awesome fish Chowdaire.
1 small rant...Parking lot at Chapman was crazy. could have have fit more vehicles if people would be courteous how they park. Over flow lot looked a bit more orderly.
Amazing amount of people out On both shores of Oneida yesterday enjoying the ice and weather.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBKs6SXJ/50801-BCC-7463-468-E-97-BE-8-C7-E2-B88-C998.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBKs6SXJ)
My morning couldn’t have gone any worse today. Couldn’t find keys to my truck before I was about to take off on the ice, needless to say I had them in my pocket the entire time 🙄. I get out there a little later then I would have hoped. First walleye comes charging at it... I set the hook and my rod snaps. Screen is full at this point and I’m trying to get my other rod set up. Drop that one down and I get another hit and I snap my jiggin rap off... just wasn’t my day... still managed a few.
Jeez I must be doing something wrong. That photo is 1 walleye shy of my best day ever on oneida and you put those fish on the ice with issues slowing you down!
Was incredibly slow out of chapman this afternoon... had 6 jumbo perch by about 1030 and then the fish disappeared. Stayed til around 2 only marked about 2 or 3 fish and called it a day.
-
I would have let ya crappie slammer lol did ya make out there today
-
Update fished sat and sunday sat out of Lewis me and fiancee got 5 eyes right al last light and she dropped a big one for her limit out. Boy was she pissed. Then fished sunday for a couple of hours off the beach in 20 ft got 2 nice eye one on tip up other on rap. She got a few big perch and lost a nice eye on the tip down
-
2 day tally 7 eyes 3 perch and a bunch of throw backs too
(https://i.postimg.cc/xqX9ZHxM/20200223-163119.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xqX9ZHxM)
-
Glad you got some nice walleye. Way to go.
-
I got lucky and landed on some active fish , perch action was good kept 34 , but the dam eyes kept showing up 😡and they were hot , kept a limit
Got 2 really nice perch 13 and 13.5
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZygH0YV/3-BA3-D1-C6-4-BEB-4-A8-D-8285-B7-ED25-D33-BA8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZygH0YV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yJ5THwm2/627-DC067-D57-B-4-EA5-8477-B08-BB35-CD624.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yJ5THwm2)
-
That's a Great day Fred...sounds like you had a ball.
-
fred :thumbsup: thats a good mess rigt there mister
-
Thanks trapp you had a good day on the flats
-
started ok but i had to leave early...but it was ok
-
That’s a great day Fred.
-
Thanks Bruce it doesn’t happen very often
Almost forgot I had a first ever in over 30+ years thought I had a hog eye on lmao
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0N3wVfK/4-F4-F4453-8296-4-F3-C-AFE9-26-FB1397-D964.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0N3wVfK)
-
Wow! Monster perch, Freddie. Nice job
It's rare that those sheep actually bite thru the ice but they're fun.
I had another slow one tonight. One perfect eater that came home with me and a 22 1/2" that went back. Lots of zombies in one spot. I may have to send a camera down to see what they are because I can't seem to budge 'em.
-
never got a sheephead threw the ice ....pretty cool i got a carp once down to the river
-
Bet winter sheep taste better than summer sheep. Did you lop the sides off to try!?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5XJWS9PF/IMG-20200223-113208.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XJWS9PF)
good job fred........had a nice eye bite first light then went looking for perch and picked away for a couple hrs.......friends and family are eating good this year
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/c6MXg1fc/0223202026.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c6MXg1fc)
Found a slow, but steady perch bite today off the beach. Really had to finesse most of them with a hexi-fly and spikes. Caught a few on tipups plus a nice keeper walleye. Big shout out to Apps. Didn't know they were cash only. They let me grab some buckeyes and pay after I got off the ice and hit the ATM. Not many places would do such a thing.
-
Just read that a snowmobile went through the ice on Saturday afternoon on the East end by Marion Manor. They got out ok thank goodness.
Here is a link to the story...
https://cnycentral.com/news/local/deputies-riders-pull-themselves-out-of-oneida-lake-after-snowmobile-falls-through-ice (https://cnycentral.com/news/local/deputies-riders-pull-themselves-out-of-oneida-lake-after-snowmobile-falls-through-ice)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5XJWS9PF/IMG-20200223-113208.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XJWS9PF)
good job fred........had a nice eye bite first light then went looking for perch and picked away for a couple hrs.......friends and family are eating good this year
good job scout. seems the walleye bite has really picked up .
I had to take the day off today...too tired and sore from a loooooong drag and walk yesterday !. Then almost went off the road and Had to pull over on 81 to nap,..... got home about 11 pm sat nite from Oneida.
Keep on catching !
-
It's rare that those sheep actually bite thru the ice but they're fun.
I had another slow one tonight. One perfect eater that came home with me and a 22 1/2" that went back. Lots of zombies in one spot. I may have to send a camera down to see what they are because I can't seem to budge 'em.
I caught my one and only sheepie through the ice off Lewis Pt. on a deadsticked buckeye about 7 years ago. thought it was cool.
Sent the camera down last week to see what was going on where I was...they were lethargic eyes under me that day. ...refused to bite in the mud or rise more than like 6 inches off the bottom ....maybe after dark they would , but can't always stay that late to find out.
Nice to see you releasing the bigger walleyes chowdaire., good for the fishery. I personally love those 15 , 16 , and 17 inchers the best for eating anyway.
-
Went out of Chapman Sunday afternoon 2-6:30 with my old man. All but one perch came from him. Was a beautiful evening by the time we got off the ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XrVn8939/IMG-20200223-193518.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XrVn8939)
-
Went out off of Godfrey Sunday morning and struggled to find many marks. Had a little more action on the deeper break than the first one. The pressure crack out front was still solid enough to get across but had a lot of wet ugly spots along it. Coming in the shore ice at the launch was broken up so we exited off to the side over the rocks. Be careful this week with the warming temps getting on and off there.
-
Nice job on the fish everyone. Fred that’s a heck of a catch! I got out yesterday and ended up catching 8 eyes and 12 perch. Started off pretty cold but ended up being a nice day!
-
Good job guys
You know Bob even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while
-
Hit the north west area of Lewis point, Spent 30min or so at 15, 25, 31, 42, 37, then back at 34 ft. Caught two smallies, one was a pig, a few dink perch, and one nice one.Finally at dusk an Eye came in, wouldn't touch the jigging rap with minnow head, so I dropped a slender spoon down baitless, and did six inch hops at 10ft off the bottom, and he absolutely destroyed it. Had the spoon almost swallowed. Luckily, I was able to pull it out with no damage, and returned him from whence he came. Also, the line broke off at the hole as his head bobbed to the surface, So I dove at him with two hands and got him before he went back down. Tons of fun!!!
https://photos.app.goo.gl/riCHf6wqcAEfP3w29
https://photos.app.goo.gl/xuas4pjKbJK5uYSu7
-
It looks like the fishermen of Oneida Lake are eating well as said earlier. I also see the fish have been eating well too. Lots of fat fish photos. I finally stopped long enough to remembeer to take a picture of my fish dinner in the pan last friday...it was walleye, portabella mushrooms, compari tomatoes, tomato paste, pamasean cheese, salt, pepper, garlic olive oil and other secret stuff. Man was it good...more like a Gumbo I guess...I just love those baby mushrooms...I must thank a couple of Diehards for helping me eat like a king again. Thanks guys, the 3rd week of February was always prime time for me. ><{{{;> Be safe.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1n2TztxK/Walleye-portabella-mushrooms-peas-and-Compari-tomatos.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1n2TztxK)
-
Saturday i was crossing the lake on my wheeler to head in. as i was riding i noticed a guy dragging his hut and taking a few breaks it was obvious he was having a hard time. A sled drove by him and then a wheeler passed him. I stopped hooked his sled to my wheeler and he sat on his hut as i pulled him in. he said he had problems and didnt think he would have made it in. based on what i saw he shouldnt have even dragged out to begin with. That aside im disappointed that my fellow fisherman would not stop and help a guy out that obviously needed it. Sorry just my rant for today
-
Saturday i was crossing the lake on my wheeler to head in. as i was riding i noticed a guy dragging his hut and taking a few breaks it was obvious he was having a hard time. A sled drove by him and then a wheeler passed him. I stopped hooked his sled to my wheeler and he sat on his hut as i pulled him in. he said he had problems and didnt think he would have made it in. based on what i saw he shouldnt have even dragged out to begin with. That aside im disappointed that my fellow fisherman would not stop and help a guy out that obviously needed it. Sorry just my rant for today
This sport needs more people like you. Great job!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/R3zzLSpJ/IMG-20200224-104538.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3zzLSpJ)
What a nice morning to fish........didn't mark a ton but got the ones I did to bite........gonna guess it's gonna be sloppy til we get cold again on thursday
-
Saturday i was crossing the lake on my wheeler to head in. as i was riding i noticed a guy dragging his hut and taking a few breaks it was obvious he was having a hard time. A sled drove by him and then a wheeler passed him. I stopped hooked his sled to my wheeler and he sat on his hut as i pulled him in. he said he had problems and didnt think he would have made it in. based on what i saw he shouldnt have even dragged out to begin with. That aside im disappointed that my fellow fisherman would not stop and help a guy out that obviously needed it. Sorry just my rant for today
I got asked by a lady at the parking lot to pick up a guy friday night, so I dropped off my stuff and grabbed him. All was good till i looked back and saw him barrel rolling on the ice behind me. Not doing that again, if you walk out walk back in. I ws laughing all night. Hey I tried!
-
Got some dandy perch this morning, what A day to get out. I should have went back this afternoon, but I have fish to clean. Walk was easy, great ice too.
:)
-
Good job guys
You know Bob even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while
lol sometimes they even find 34 nuts 🤪
-
Hockey thanks for doing that for a guy in need I got a ride in myself today wasn't desperate but it sure felt good
-
Well done all ,
Goon whooped me good
Slower for me today but not disappointed
14 perch and a limit of eyes ,
Doug that looks delicious
(https://i.postimg.cc/sMVt6hkT/C0449-FA1-4346-4780-93-E2-D57924-A9195-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sMVt6hkT)
-
Na we didn’t go Sunday rickr. Went to long John silvers figured we had a better chance on getting a fillet
-
Made the drive from Rochester for an afternoon on the ice. Beautiful out there today. Managed 6 perch and 5 more donated by a nearby fisherman. Yielded 2 pounds of nice filets. Had to work to find the marks.
-
Update fished sat and sunday sat out of Lewis me and fiancee got 5 eyes right al last light and she dropped a big one for her limit out. Boy was she pissed. Then fished sunday for a couple of hours off the beach in 20 ft got 2 nice eye one on tip up other on rap. She got a few big perch and lost a nice eye on the tip down
Glad you were able to get on some active fish! My wife use to fish with me until we had two little boys... now she stays home with the kids... for now!! I told her to go fishing with my family and I'll watch the boys but she always says no go have fun and bring back dinner!! Great woman! And before anyone says it yes I have had both my boys on the ice but at ages 2.5 and 11 months it's pretty hard. Not to mention the dirty looks I get when they do come out, actually had one person ask me if I was crazy... guess some people just don't get it. Fishing has and always will be a family activity for me!! of course I'm gonna watch them like a hawk when they are out there and they have life jackets on ALWAYS. I honestly don't remember a time when I wasn't on the ice and I want my kids to be the same... 2.5 year old does a little happy dance every time I come home with fish in the bucket. Then he dives right in picking them up and wanting to help clean them. Makes my heart melt watching that little dance.
-
Looks like we are under a winter storm watch from Wednesday night-Saturday. Snow accumulations in excess of 2 feet. I hope it doesn’t swing down to the lake. 🤞🏻
-
Hey all. Me and a few buddies are coming down from Rochester to fish the weekend. How are ice conditions? Do you think it will be safe after the warm weather this week? I plan on bringing my quad. All information is helpful thank you. We are staying in the east side of the lake.
-
Hey all. Me and a few buddies are coming down from Rochester to fish the weekend. How are ice conditions? Do you think it will be safe after the warm weather this week? I plan on bringing my quad. All information is helpful thank you. We are staying in the east side of the lake.
Not looking good.
-
https://www.syracuse.com/crime/2020/02/man-on-atv-sinks-through-ice-on-oneida-lake.html
ATV through the ice earlier today.
Oneida is always unsafe. It’s is getting wet and if we get the lake effect snow it will be interesting.
-
From the pic there was open water not far away , plus rocks showing
Glad he’s ok
-
Don’t know how long it’s been sitting there, but I’m not sure I would have gone on foot let alone on a machine.
Good news is he wasn’t harmed
-
God the comments these people post on Syracuse.com and some of these other sites bugs the hell out of me. It’s like watching these politicians on tv. Obviously the shorelines go at the end of the season. Looks like the atv is in 3 feet of water. Where I been the ice has been 11-12 inches thick. Getting to that ice can be iffy around the shorelines like every year. This snow will screw us if we get the forecasted amounts.
-
Agreed Bob , traveling shorelines early and late in the year are bad news , I haven’t had any trouble getting on or off at this point either
-
theres a small creek/ditch over in that area that comes into lake
-
God the comments these people post on Syracuse.com and some of these other sites bugs the hell out of me. It’s like watching these politicians on tv. Obviously the shorelines go at the end of the season. Looks like the atv is in 3 feet of water. Where I been the ice has been 11-12 inches thick. Getting to that ice can be iffy around the shorelines like every year. This snow will screw us if we get the forecasted amounts.
I had to go read them for myself. Unreal. People really have no clue how the real world works beyond their TVs, PCs, and smart phones.
Kind of sad really.
-
I had to go read them for myself. Unreal. People really have no clue how the real world works beyond their TVs, PCs, and smart phones.
Kind of sad really.
I did the same. I’d imagine for some it’s a platform that they frequently use to entertain themselves at others’ expense
-
Ya know...it’s brutal
-
that whole area is shallow .......when it gets warm with sun like yesterday that area gets really soft in a hurry.....gotta swing to the east of the island.....went out of a buddies house to Messengers this morning......no issues at all with the wheeler....BUT, that top layer of white slush ice is getting mushy......it's not suppose to drop below freezing for the next 48 hrs.......so I would really pay attention out there....ice was still 10"+ this morning......half white, half black......and we're suppose to get up to an inch of rain tomorrow night....hopefully it gets to freeze back up before the snow starts....not trying to be negative but just use your heads out there......fishing wasn't great.....9 perch....but did get a blue perch....will try and post pic
-
It looks like the fishermen of Oneida Lake are eating well as said earlier. I also see the fish have been eating well too. Lots of fat fish photos. I finally stopped long enough to remembeer to take a picture of my fish dinner in the pan last friday...it was walleye, portabella mushrooms, compari tomatoes, tomato paste, pamasean cheese, salt, pepper, garlic olive oil and other secret stuff. Man was it good...more like a Gumbo I guess...I just love those baby mushrooms...I must thank a couple of Diehards for helping me eat like a king again. Thanks guys, the 3rd week of February was always prime time for me. ><{{{;> Be safe.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1n2TztxK/Walleye-portabella-mushrooms-peas-and-Compari-tomatos.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1n2TztxK)
Dug that looks delicious!
-
Had another good trip on Oneida. Walked out a looong ways again near where I was Saturday. Got my eyes....some perch mixed in, so I did not move to far. Ended up with 8 keeper eyes, a few shorts and 3 big perch. could not find more perch... Had to leave early, but had fun. Jigging raps for all fish...good times on Oneida.
Like the gray phase walleyes
v(https://i.postimg.cc/rzzFXmXc/20200224-175532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzzFXmXc)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhjNjhHQ/IMG-20200225-092906.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhjNjhHQ)
good job choo choo......caught an elusive blue perch today.....kinda cool.......
-
Well done everyone , hey Scout nothing wrong with a little half & half 😳
Ice I have been sitting on is 9 white 1 black
-
Nice fish, gentlemen. Love the look of those blue perch and the blue tinged walleyes too.
I've been on at least 5" of black with another 5 or so white thru yesterday. That ice you're on doesn't sound like it's built to last, filet.
I drove down 49 today and the shore looks like it gets worse as you go West. It's still not too bad here. I was amazed by how few people were out though. I'm just praying this big dump of snow either misses us or doesn't materialize at all.
-
Some snow will help hold the shoreline though. Sun wins eventually
-
got out on the west end this morning. ended up with 19 sunnies, and one perch. ice was getting soft on top early afternoon. about 11" of ice where i was. half black, half white. be safe, and keep your eyes wide open fellas. the guy I was walking in with would have walked right into a gas pocket if I didn't hollar at him. Sully...
-
I just cleaned 18 nice perch, hope most of the snow stays north, except for Sandy pond, it just needs 2 inches or so for the derby this weekend. I should go out in the morning, really good fish about, and the walking is easy.
-
Nice reports guys! ChooChoo I’m glad you got on a good eye bite. Those silver/grey eyes are neat looking.
The ice I’ve been on was 8 black with 3 white on top according to the tape measure. That was up to yesterday evening. Not sure after today’s temp what that spot looks like. Sounds like it varies quite a bit from the reports and I know some of those reports aren’t to far from where I’ve been fishing. Be careful out there guys.
-
Nice reports guys! ChooChoo I’m glad you got on a good eye bite. Those silver/grey eyes are neat looking.
The ice I’ve been on was 8 black with 3 white on top according to the tape measure. That was up to yesterday evening. Not sure after today’s temp what that spot looks like. Sounds like it varies quite a bit from the reports and I know some of those reports aren’t to far from where I’ve been fishing. Be careful out there guys.
I am having some fun out there Bob... those blue/ silver/ grey eyes are neat...cell phone pictures don't do it justice..the cheeks were really shiny silver.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhjNjhHQ/IMG-20200225-092906.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhjNjhHQ)
good job choo choo......caught an elusive blue perch today.....kinda cool.......
Love that blue perch scout!...Ive never caught one...awesome looking!
-
Those off colored perch look great
I’m taking a couple days off to give my back a rest and see what this weather is going to do , see if it’s back to lakers or back to chasing more perch
-
I hope your back is ok Fred,..... the weather gets colder and stays cloudy, ....and you get back on the ice in the next day or two....looking forward to more of your reports and pictures.
-
Ill be out come he’ll or high water 🎣
-
UGH! Bucket Back! I remember it soo well... >:(
-
From the pic there was open water not far away , plus rocks showing
Glad he’s ok
I looks like he was too close to the island...the sled looks like it's sitting on the bottom and he just got off and walked off like the article said...he got lucky...the couple who went in a few days prior were crossing in front of a creek mouth...Both places are somewhere you should avoid...they were inexperienced and not local...and were lost.
It's so hard to say, yes the ice is good and we're catching fish...but if you're not familar where the ice is good...you can get up to your neck in trouble or worse...So follow the crowd and don't get lost out there! Be safe, use your head and try to pay attention to where these guys are fishing...don't go out there blind...
-
NICE, fresh fish, still floppin' on the table! Lol
-
Here's a shot for Deady...Venison meatballs and spaghetti with portobella mushrooms...just as good as it gets.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YGb7w8TF/Venison-Meatballs-and-Portobella-Mushrooms.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YGb7w8TF)
-
lil soft on top but ice seems to be holding up well, hope we can avoid the lake effect and just get this weekends cold temps
-
Picture posting test... smaller image size. It worked!
(https://i.postimg.cc/87NzB5dT/20200224-213501.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/87NzB5dT)
-
lake was peaceful as can be this morning.........had a 12" perch in hand before I even got a rod in the water.......explanatio n: driving to my spot I spotted a fishing rod and upon investigation it was still in the water.....picked it up and set the hook and lo and behold a nice jumbo was on the ice......needless to say if anybody lost/left a rod out of William's let me know and I will get it back to you......ended up with 15 counting the freebie.......ice is sloppy on top but as Oneida 1 stated it seems to be holding .......need a freeze though
-
Nice report guys and nothing like somebody leaving you a nice perch instead of 1 of those nasty eyes
-
Nice report guys and nothing like somebody leaving you a nice perch instead of 1 of those nasty eyes
yessir........a dandy at that
-
Here's a shot for Deady...Venison meatballs and spaghetti with portobella mushrooms...just as good as it gets.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YGb7w8TF/Venison-Meatballs-and-Portobella-Mushrooms.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YGb7w8TF)
Dug that looks awesome!! Enjoy my friend!! 👍🏻
-
👍🍽
-
lake was peaceful as can be this morning.........had a 12" perch in hand before I even got a rod in the water.......explanatio n: driving to my spot I spotted a fishing rod and upon investigation it was still in the water.....picked it up and set the hook and lo and behold a nice jumbo was on the ice......needless to say if anybody lost/left a rod out of William's let me know and I will get it back to you......ended up with 15 counting the freebie.......ice is sloppy on top but as Oneida 1 stated it seems to be holding .......need a freeze though
I can't be the only one thinking this... don't know too many fishermen that just leave a rod with the line still in the water!! It's not uncommon for stuff to bounce out of a sled but to have the line still in the water!!??? I hope someone isn't reported missing...… Just saying IT IS ONEIDA and those damn gas pockets are all over
-
Scary thought; but it was probably a young Millenial and Scout was the early bird who got the worm, or in this case a nice perch, Lol...serves whoever it was right, that isn't quite kool to do...everyone knows you mark your hole with a branch from a christmas tree! Lmao ;D
-
I can't be the only one thinking this... don't know too many fishermen that just leave a rod with the line still in the water!! It's not uncommon for stuff to bounce out of a sled but to have the line still in the water!!??? I hope someone isn't reported missing...… Just saying IT IS ONEIDA and those damn gas pockets are all over
I’m sure there would be more things laying around than just a rod if the unthinkable happened , I don’t know anyone comes out with just an ice rod , I’m sure it just didn’t get picked up is all
-
it was really weird to say the least........how you could pick up and head in and leave a rod still in the water in plain sight is beyond me......your right Freddy, there was nothing else left behind......just the rod .......that's 2 fairly pricey items I've found this year with no one claiming them.....my garage is becoming a salvage yard ;)
-
I picked up to move to another location a mile away and had to go back and get my vex 🤪
In a hurry 4 times this year I forgot to reel up my lure and Nate wanted to know if I was ice trolling lmbo ,
-
Dam goat that’s a hell of thing to see first thing in the morning 🤢
-
I picked up to move to another location a mile away and had to go back and get my vex 🤪
In a hurry 4 times this year I forgot to reel up my lure and Nate wanted to know if I was ice trolling lmbo ,
welcome to the golden years bud
-
welcome to the golden years bud
Lol , least I keep goon boy entertained
-
https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/oneida-lake-could-produce-its-best-walleye-fishing-season-in-over-30-years/
interesting story on oneidas walleye #,s i hope there accurate
-
I can remember there were so many they lowered the size to 12” I season
Next year there will be more , those juveniles will be legal size and they like perch 😡
The eye bite has been crazy starting last spring
-
they eat perch ......kill em
-
they eat perch ......kill em
You bet we aren’t even fishing for the dam things and three seem to swim out of holes every outing lol
-
Here I am thinking "darn" all these guys must be "really" good fishermen and now I read this....h2l
-
Here I am thinking "darn" all these guys must be "really" good fishermen and now I read this....h2l
Fooled you 😉
-
https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/oneida-lake-could-produce-its-best-walleye-fishing-season-in-over-30-years/
interesting story on oneidas walleye #,s i hope there accurate
Still no mention of the round goby???
Interesting that Cornell doesn't even acknowledge their potentially positive impact. The last regulation change was over 15 years ago...
Perch, bass, and pickeral are eating more gobies so they are eating less baby walleyes and less baby perch. Now the walleyes don't seem to eat the gobies and they still eat a lot of young perch.
It seems obvious to me. Maybe they will admit it in a few years...
-
Still no mention of the round goby???
Interesting that Cornell doesn't even acknowledge their potentially positive impact. The last regulation change was over 15 years ago...
Perch, bass, and pickeral are eating more gobies so they are eating less baby walleyes and less baby perch. Now the walleyes don't seem to eat the gobies and they still eat a lot of young perch.
It seems obvious to me. Maybe they will admit it in a few years...
I don't remember where I read it or heard it but I heard or read that last time dec killed some comrades stomachaches where full of round gobie
-
Perch had shrimp and walleyes had gobies in them , I bet all fish feed on them .
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhnPbKh4/IMG-20190218-105554.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhnPbKh4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sjzjykp4/IMG-20190218-101257.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sjzjykp4)
-
Perch had shrimp and walleyes had gobies in them , I bet all fish feed on them .
(https://i.postimg.cc/YhnPbKh4/IMG-20190218-105554.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YhnPbKh4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sjzjykp4/IMG-20190218-101257.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sjzjykp4)
Is this 1 sampling or something you have seen over the past few years?
I have filleted 3 walleyes (all the same batch) with gobies in them since they arrived, the other couple hundred have had no gobies in their stomachs. The majority of the perch I have caught over the past few years have been puking up gobies.
Either way, it is saving the baby walleyes. :thumbsup:
-
I got pic of a cormarnts hunt I went on.
(https://i.postimg.cc/5HD0dRyp/IMG-1995.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5HD0dRyp)
-
Reeleyz , I just stated to paying attention the past couple years . Seen it a couple times ,and like you said I see gobies in the perch more often but a couple times in the walleyes as well.
-
where do you hunt Cormorants????
what do you do with them after?
is there a use?
can you decoy them? be fun shooting
-
I can remember there were so many they lowered the size to 12” I season
Next year there will be more , those juveniles will be legal size and they like perch 😡
The eye bite has been crazy starting last spring
I caught two keeper eyes on tiny jigs with spikes last weekend. I don’t think I have ever caught a walleye on my tiny perch jigs before. I target perch and they were a pleasant surprise. I must say I fried them up with the perch and my wife and both kids passed after one bite saying the perch were way better. I had to suck it up and eat all the fillets myself. The sacrifices a dad makes...
-
where do you hunt Cormorants????
what do you do with them after?
is there a use?
can you decoy them? be fun shooting
I thought it was dec only didnt think general public.could hunt them
-
DEC gave my buddy a permit he owns a island and they were destroying the property lost half of the land. We were allowed to shoot 300 a year and 50 a day. Out of sight out of mind that's where they went.
-
I thought it was dec only didnt think general public.could hunt them
My buddy told me he was the only person in the state that has a permit to do that. Don't worry we made the news and the newspaper.
-
My buddy told me he was the only person in the state that has a permit to do that. Don't worry we made the news and the newspaper.
I trust ya and makes since they gave him a permit for is island. Did ya try eating any just curious how they taste
-
I trust ya and makes since they gave him a permit for is island. Did ya try eating any just curious how they taste
:sick: :sick: :sick:
-
https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/oneida-lake-could-produce-its-best-walleye-fishing-season-in-over-30-years/
David Lemon, the Region 7 fisheries manager for the New York DEC, said, “We implemented a more restrictive regulation of 18 inches and three per day. Prior to that, it was 15 inches and five per day, in terms of what you could keep.”
Isn't the size limit 15" did I miss a regulation change ?
-
My buddy told me he was the only person in the state that has a permit to do that. Don't worry we made the news and the newspaper.
I remember when the Good Ole Boys (1000 island guides!) were going out and dynamite a island that the Cormorants had desecrated up there. Don't remember how that worked out?
-
David Lemon, the Region 7 fisheries manager for the New York DEC, said, “We implemented a more restrictive regulation of 18 inches and three per day. Prior to that, it was 15 inches and five per day, in terms of what you could keep.”
Isn't the size limit 15" did I miss a regulation change ?
Many places including Lake Ontario and it's tributaries/bays are 18". I believe Oneida and Honeoye Lake have exceptions that make it 15" there.
-
I've always wondered why they dont have a slot limit so bigger fish get released, the smaller fish are better eating any way
-
I like to believe that most of the better fisherman who fish it on a regular basis are releasing the bigger fish without a slot limit....h2l
-
David Lemon, the Region 7 fisheries manager for the New York DEC, said, “We implemented a more restrictive regulation of 18 inches and three per day. Prior to that, it was 15 inches and five per day, in terms of what you could keep.”
Isn't the size limit 15" did I miss a regulation change ?
Yes. Before around the year 2000 the size limit was 15" and you could keep 5. Other than around 1990 when they dropped the size limit to 12" like Fred mentioned because of a bumper crop of fish around then. Then around 2000-2001 when the walleye population hit it's bottom (250K - 300K adult eyes) they raised the size limit to 18" and dropped the quantity to 3 fish. Then the population started to stabilize and around 2004 they changed it to 3 fish 15" and it has been that way since then.
From 2004 - about 2017 we cruised along in the 400K adult walleye range. Then the past few years we are talking 500K - 1 million adult walleyes.
I would expect some discussions to begin about bringing the quantity back to 5 fish per day.
-
I've always wondered why they dont have a slot limit so bigger fish get released, the smaller fish are better eating any way
I was told by a biologist the prime spawning fish are 17-22”
I to like the smaller fish to eat
-
I was told by a biologist the prime spawning fish are 17-22”
I to like the smaller fish to eat
I think the best eaters are 15-21" after that I like to release them
-
I think the best eaters are 15-21" after that I like to release them
I toss 20 and overs back unless badly hooked , that just me , I don’t care what anyone keeps , that’s just my thing
-
ice season i keep a few in summer i rarely keep an eye unless i want a fresh fish dinner that day, normally have enough perch in freezer from ice season ,
-
chapman park cam looks like snow is blowing off the ice.......lets hope....a good freeze is greatly needed before lake effect tomorrow
-
Not much snow here today, so far so good.
-
Yeah that wind was definitely blowing the little snow that fell off the ice today. Looked wild out there! I’m working right on the lakeshore and had a great view of it. I would think it hardened right back up. That windchill is getting down there. 🥶
-
SOOOOO, how's the ice holding up after yesterday. Also how much snow?? Want to try 1 last trip before walleye season ends. Thanks for any help...
Kim ??? :-\ :tipup:
-
No snow on the lake, it's all in the amusement park at the beach. Winds here now is 30+ with higher gusts, supposed to get 3-6 inches "maybe?" before Sunday, if it stays cold we will have weeks left I think.
-
OK, thanks. Saw that for Oneida Lake walleye season wraps up this weekend. Wanted to give it 1 more shot. 2 hour drive from Albany. Perch fishing was pretty good too...….
Kim :bow: :icefish:
-
Walleye ends the 15th of march.
-
I remember when the Good Ole Boys (1000 island guides!) were going out and dynamite a island that the Cormorants had desecrated up there. Don't remember how that worked out?
6 months house arrest for my friend’s father. He was a local hero. And shortly afterwards DEC started oiling the eggs
-
6 months house arrest for my friend’s father. He was a local hero. And shortly afterwards DEC started oiling the eggs
Wow! That is dedication. Something like a peaceful protest that was a bit noisy in spots.
-
ice looks like its in good shape no snow to speak of
-
little snow here .... looks like just north of us is getting pounded
-
Wow! That is dedication. Something like a peaceful protest that was a bit noisy in spots.
He was a captain, had rooms he rented etc. and the cormorants were wreaking havoc with their industry and ability to earn a living. They had attempted to get help the right way and it didn't happen so a number of people in the community all went in on an enormous amount of ammo and they went out on july 4th so the noise was less suspicious.
I know for a fact they wouldn't have done it if DEC had started oiling the eggs a couple of years earlier.
Civil disobedience redneck style ;D
-
He was a captain, had rooms he rented etc. and the cormorants were wreaking havoc with their industry and ability to earn a living. They had attempted to get help the right way and it didn't happen so a number of people in the community all went in on an enormous amount of ammo and they went out on july 4th so the noise was less suspicious.
I know for a fact they wouldn't have done it if DEC had started oiling the eggs a couple of years earlier.
Civil disobedience redneck style ;D
6 months of house arrest sound like it was worth it
-
So far we've lucked out. The top was all water and slush before this weather but now the cold and wind has flattened it out and locked it up. The only snow on the ice is the tiny amount that can hold on the surface thru this wind. We'll see how much snow tonight brings but the weekend is looking good.
-
6 months house arrest for my friend’s father. He was a local hero. And shortly afterwards DEC started oiling the eggs
Thanks for that feedback Ship. I remember that Island (Little Gull/Big Gull?) was devoid of any vegetation because of the birds and they were putting a hurting on the Perch population.
I was in Florida a few years back and the Cormorants there had decimated a little Bass Pond I fished. Cya.
-
Yep the Gallo islands took a beating and it wasn’t just the perch the stocked browns took a hit to
-
Yep the Gallo islands took a beating and it wasn’t just the perch the stocked browns took a hit to
I heard the cormorants would literally stalk the stocking truck and as soon as the fish got dumped in the water they would eat them,
-
I heard the cormorants would literally stalk the stocking truck and as soon as the fish got dumped in the water they would eat them,
They did , it was insane , 😡
-
Wind is laying down just a tad. Starting to see a few guys venture out. I would think they are anchoring down the shacks with the slick conditions and remaining wind. Chow I agree that we should be in good shape this weekend. I bet the lake is packed with fishermen again Saturday and Sunday
-
I read on the news that maybe very soon the limit for eyes on onieda will go back up to 5..
-
by the looks of the extended forecast I would say get your ice fishing in this weekend.......it is calling for some major warm up for the duration of March......what a wacky year this has been........don't mean to be a negative nancy but reality is reality
-
I read on the news that maybe very soon the limit for eyes on onieda will go back up to 5..
You read in the news huh. Bigal or trapper where did you find this guy
-
He can't catch fish and he can't read. What can I say? :whistle: :whistle:
-
He can't catch fish and he can't read. What can I say? :whistle: :whistle:
Now it sounds like you are talking about Brad!!!
-
my partner can catch fish he messed up on a limit of one!!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
So far we've lucked out. The top was all water and slush before this weather but now the cold and wind has flattened it out and locked it up. The only snow on the ice is the tiny amount that can hold on the surface thru this wind. We'll see how much snow tonight brings but the weekend is looking good.
Thanks for the ice report, coming in from Canandaigua on Sunday and going off from Godfrey, can't wait. Hope the pressure crack firms up with the 15 degree nights
-
https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/oneida-lake-could-produce-its-best-walleye-fishing-season-in-over-30-years/
David Lemon, the Region 7 fisheries manager for the New York DEC, said, “We implemented a more restrictive regulation of 18 inches and three per day. Prior to that, it was 15 inches and five per day, in terms of what you could keep.”
Isn't the size limit 15" did I miss a regulation change ?
I reached out to Reg 7 DEC, this is the response from The Bureau of Fisheries - "The article apparently didn’t complete the thought. We implemented an 18”, 3 per day size limit when the walleye population in Oneida was near it’s lowest point in the late 1990’s. However, after we saw a slow but steady population increase we changed the size limit back to 15” around 2005. We have maintained the 15”, 3 per day regulation since..."
So the current regs guide is correct, no change.
-
Thanks for the heads up. Googled Oneida walleyes and 3/1/2020 came up as the end. Now I see 15" as legal small size. See you in the AM...…….
Kim :clap: :thumbsup: :icefish: :tipup:
-
my partner can catch fish he messed up on a limit of one!!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:
He cant count that high without littleguy
-
I read on the news that maybe very soon the limit for eyes on onieda will go back up to 5..
David Lemon of the DEC also told NewsChannel 9 that they may increase the bag limit back to five walleye, if the population stays consistent. :clap:
https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/oneida-lake-could-produce-its-best-walleye-fishing-season-in-over-30-years/
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
They should wait a year, or two, Oneida will get pounded this year after all the publicity.
-
X2
-
if they don't get the eye population down a bit i thinkit will hurt the perch .....tough job being a biologist playing the balance game ...but they have done a great job and made a great fisery for all of us to enjoy
-
if they don't get the eye population down a bit i thinkit will hurt the perch .....tough job being a biologist playing the balance game ...but they have done a great job and made a great fisery for all of us to enjoy
X2 :thumbsup:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Yea the little guy out fishes me alot to anymore..but what can I say he learned from the 3 amigos...
-
They should wait a year, or two, Oneida will get pounded this year after all the publicity.
They probably will. Luckily nothing happens fast with the state.
Personally I am perfectly fine with 3 eyes but I do agree that it will hurt the perch population.
-
oneida has been getting fished hard .... i like the 15 inch rule as far as 5 fish it don't matter to those of use that fish alot 3 walleyes monday is fine seeing your going to get 3 more wed when you go out
-
How much snow did you guys get? Assume shes locked right up?
-
Almost all bare ice on the north shore. Fishing is great, got my 3 eyes and picking away at all the beautiful perch.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hQdnQXbS/IMG-20200229-091226077.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hQdnQXbS)
-
Nice, Can someone remind me what name of bait store is on north shore?
-
Nice, Can someone remind me what name of bait store is on north shore?
Apps
-
Thank You!
-
oneida has been getting fished hard .... i like the 15 inch rule as far as 5 fish it don't matter to those of use that fish alot 3 walleyes monday is fine seeing your going to get 3 more wed when you go out
If they go to a 5 fish limit I would like to see a slot limit. One over 22 inches but they manage the lake for numbers not for size.
-
i don't know many people that keep big walleyes any ways they taste like poop
-
any wheelers going out of shackelton ?
-
i don't know many people that keep big walleyes any ways they taste like poop
Hahahaha.....not exactly the way I'd describe it but I get your point. I release 'em all over 20", unless they get hooks in the gills.
-
What's the snow cover like on the south shore? Thinking near Chapman.
-
I’m off the north shore almost to the middle. Lake is mostly glare ice with patches of snow scattered here and there. The patches of snow are 1-2 inches deep. Sitting on 10-11 inches of ice. 2/3 of black and the rest white ice on top
-
Thanks for the update. Haven't gotten my sled registered yet so I'm going to be legging the 70# pullover and gear. Last week I was in bed with pneumonia.So it's time to give the lungs a workout.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/bGbqmz6C/489480-D4-DC45-4-B18-BD4-B-F1-EFE4-E7-A4-D4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bGbqmz6C)
Went to Oneida with Hondo this morning and it was a bit windy but managed to pick up some fillets
-
the river was open yesterday people were fishing it in open water this morning froze backup
-
looks good moose :thumbsup:
-
had a nice day today......ice was in good shape......biggest eye of the year for me.......kept her cause she inhaled the rap
(https://i.postimg.cc/mccPBfmC/IMG-20200229-125539.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mccPBfmC)
-
Okay. Now all these nice eye pics have me at a toss up between north and south shore.
-
thanks , in advance for any info on getting out of shackelton on wheelers.
-
Here is a couple more from today !!! Gobie #5 and blue and silver. I Love this lake!!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/mh6CfTSf/IMG-20200229-153202.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mh6CfTSf)
-
if your coming off south shore state ramp/ chapman u will have to cross crack that could be little sketchy with wheeler to get to shaks other then that ice is fine
-
thanks again appreciate the info
-
Read a post from lake Erie they are worried about the perch numberstoo. Their eye limit is 7. Went on a charter in July caught 42 in 3 houres. Went out of Marblehead, 2 of my sister's live on Kelly's Islannd and they booked the charter
-
Read a post from lake Erie they are worried about the perch numberstoo. Their eye limit is 7. Went on a charter in July caught 42 in 3 houres. Went out of Marblehead, 2 of my sister's live on Kelly's Islannd and they booked the charter
Erie limit is 6 unless the changed it very recently.
-
Can anyone tell me if there are any access points near lakeshore marina? Looking to set some tip ups in the small water for the kids to chase Pickerel flags. Seems like as good a spot as any with maybe a smaller crowd then big bay.
-
Slow for me this evening. 1 keeper eye and 2 perch. Heading to a different area tomorrow
-
went off beach yesterday afternoon windy snow patches and bare spots eyes were hungary good with sled
-
I had the worse day I’ve had all Season landed 1/2 doz perch dumped just a few, couldn’t pry them off the bottom even went to the little stuff with bugs , they were to tough for me
Goon boy had a decent day , limit of eyes and a dozen nice perch ,
I have to clean up the driveways and walks , so I’m sure they will bite today 👍
-
got to finish cleaning up the snow then after flatties i think
-
Can anyone tell me if there are any access points near lakeshore marina? Looking to set some tip ups in the small water for the kids to chase Pickerel flags. Seems like as good a spot as any with maybe a smaller crowd then big bay.
Ryan - There is no access in that bay that I know of.
-
Try Onieda Shores county park Lots of parking ,easy access should get your share of the bony critters and maybe a few panniies good luck with the kids
-
Can anyone tell me if there are any access points near lakeshore marina? Looking to set some tip ups in the small water for the kids to chase Pickerel flags. Seems like as good a spot as any with maybe a smaller crowd then big bay.
big bay you'd have a ball ..... take them all home with you thank you
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WdJPhR4j/IMG-20200301-065234.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdJPhR4j)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQmktsTP/IMG-20200301-095726.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQmktsTP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1VzkS2dk/IMG-20200301-114910.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1VzkS2dk)
another beautiful day today.........found a few to cooperate.........thos e log perch are what their eating....we use to call them mud pike back in the day
-
Those look like gobies, are they sandpike??
-
Scout arn't those semi decompessed gobies
-
Scout arn't those semi decompessed gobies
pretty sure they are log perch.....but I could be wrong
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/cgHjJrWd/CA784366-7568-420-F-93-FF-D936-F9-F1-EDCC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cgHjJrWd)
Not a bad way to end my ice fishing season. Going to flordia in a week and will not be messing with those pressure cracks anymore. On my way in I had to cross 3 and they were basically wide open. Very very spooky. While on my way in I see a snowmobile had gone in and sank on the same trail I had taken out in the morning.I would not recommend taking a machine out of south shore boat launch. Have a good rest of the year diehards🤪
-
Went out in front of Apps this morning till about 2:00. Very slow didn’t mark a lot, but managed 2 good size perch and 2 short Walleye. I was really hoping for a fish fry tonight, good thing my wife took out pork chops.... hopefully next weekend.
-
Wife and I 1st time at Chapman. Impressed with the park and very easy walking, dragging. Went about 1/2 mile out slightly to the left, Total for the day, 6 flags and 1 fish iced 12 1/4" perch. Drop and run plus short strikes. We love the area but need more action. Beautiful day out but the perch were tight lipped. Couldn't get to bite on jigging but they tripped our flags. Oh well much better than some we talked to on the way in...…….Have fun and stay safe.....
Kim
-
Went out in front of Apps this morning till about 2:00. Very slow didn’t mark a lot, but managed 2 good size perch and 2 short Walleye. I was really hoping for a fish fry tonight, good thing my wife took out pork chops.... hopefully next weekend.
Just tell the wife to cut a few more french fries. LOL
-
Fished this morning. Got my 3 eyes in 15 min then tried a couple spots for perch but only managed a few nice ones. Be interesting to see what the shorelines do this week.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfSwYpP6/83992083-55-EE-49-FF-B526-8-B69-CC755888.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfSwYpP6)
My buddy Hondo got a limit this morning but only 1 perch. Maybe next time!
-
Nice catches and reports guys!
-
My buddy and I had a decent day yesterday. Managed 4 keeper eyes and a dozen nice perch. Probably my last time out. Ice where we fished was variable. We were thirty feet from each other and he had 7 black and 3 white. I had 4 black and 6 white. Everyone be safe out there with the mild weather.
-
Hopefully we can miss some of this rain. That is going to start killing the shore in spots.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kD6fh3L/IMG-20200302-120145.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kD6fh3L)
another successful trip.......neighbor's gonna be a happy camper......rain was nasty for an hour or so but turned out really nice......SLOPPY...... .ice is fine.......12" where I was.....half white/half black.....had to work hard for the bites......thought they would have been aggressive as hell.......but still a good day
-
nice did about the same few less perch
-
any suggestions for a place to get on and off tomorrow 3/3,I am not very familiar with the areas so the more detail the better.Thank You
-
Anybody notice all of the geese today? Everywhere I looked there was geese flying for a couple of hours.
-
Anybody notice all of the geese today? Everywhere I looked there was geese flying for a couple of hours.
Early spring.......saw thousands today ......saw a few flocks land on the ice
-
Scout
Hows the ice holding up going to get out Wednesday morning if ice and weather let me would like to try the lady O one more time
-
Saw big flock of snows and a huge flock of redwing blackbirds few minutes ago south of Syracuse
-
Scout
Hows the ice holding up going to get out Wednesday morning if ice and weather let me would like to try the lady O one more time
ice should be fine.....just watch shoreline and cracks
-
seen all kind of crazy warm temps around us today.......never got above 42 here on Lakeshore Rd. in Cicero.......that lake is like a big refrigerator
-
Thanks scout much appreciated
-
some water on top inch at most in some places like scout said watch cracks ice is ok
-
Slow day for me enough perch for a meal and 1 perch guzzler , little water on top when we left ,
-
Got out for a afternoon limit. Didnt notice any geese where i was. Drilled along for a mile before finding any. Prolly my last trip out here til soft water.
-
Got out for a afternoon limit. Didnt notice any geese where i was. Drilled along for a mile before finding any. Prolly my last trip out here til soft water.
Walleye limit ?
-
Yep. Few small perch mixed in.
-
Fished Taft Bay with pimplepounder, and a buddy. We got some nice perch and they got some walleye mixed in. Not bad except that 1 hour rain as stated.
Any word on the 909 siren this morning ? Hope it's nothing
-
Got started fishing early this afternoon.....slooow.. .. sluggish fish. Landed I keeper eye and lost 1, 2 small perch, that was it . Called it quits about 5:15 and slogged my way back to shore. Top of ice was firm, with about 1 inch of water.
Flocks and flocks of migrating geese .
Highlight of the day for me was hanging and bs'ing with Fred filet and goonboy Nate out there. Fred offered to haul me and my gear all the way back to shore....really nice gesture.
Thanks for that offer Fred, much appreciated....but I wanted to stay and fish a few more hours.
<a href="https://postimg.cc/YhQqYpmB" target="_blank">
-
Well done goat and pounder And Paul , it was nice rapping with you Steve , glad you had some luck
-
not a good day to be venturing out today....thick fog and mist......never dropped below 36 here.......bad spots will be tough to see.....be careful anyone who heads out today
-
Got out for a afternoon limit. Didnt notice any geese where i was. Drilled along for a mile before finding any. Prolly my last trip out here til soft water.
Good work Paul.
-
Thanks Fred...not much luck, just a couple of bites . Should have left when you and Nate did and took you up on your offer to haul me back to shore ... I got soaked and the fish were super tough. After a week away from Oneida I was hoping for better results.
Good luck to you , goon and everyone next time out..... and everyone stay safe with changing conditions.
-
Thanks for the info guys. Ended up on Otisco and got the boys their first Tigers. Don’t worry Trap, we will eliminate our fair share of Pickeral this spring in Big Bay. :)
-
ryan i went out to otisco yesterday lot of water on the ice not many people .....i think that shorelone will go quick be careful out thier
i amnot reccomending anyone to go ,but if you do use your spud and creepers
-
Your right trapp now a spud and creepers go together
-
i noticed yesterday on otisgo that shore line started looking funky but it was still there when i walked off =))
by the way the garbage man has a lot of fish bones to haul away ;D
-
After riding by the sunken sled Sunday I put the hard water equipment away yesterday. Picked a few crawlers up last night and hit the stream up today. Everyone stay safe out there and good luck.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jW4pHfYw/thumbnail-2020-03-03-T125159-651.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jW4pHfYw)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Nice brown Zeker
-
Solid mid day perch bite today. The rain wasn’t too bad.
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GLXhTK1/1-C21-CD49-9055-4012-BF6-C-316-E1761-F408.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GLXhTK1)
-
Nice meals Bruce 👍
-
Thanks Fred.
The water is starting to come up. This rain is not good. Big pools of water on the ice several inches deep.
-
You found some gold. Nice job Bruce.
-
Weather not looking very ice friendly the next 10 days with temps in the 40's and 50's. Says winds could gust to 40 today. Anyone out or nearby that can report on shore ice conditions. Considering one more outing tomorrow but not sure. Thanks.
-
took a 3 mile round trip walk out of williams this morning.......shore was fine .......little standing water on top.....top inch is getting mushy......drilled 15 holes and never found less than 10".....I would say we lost an inch or 2.......lots of good size holes where old holes were and some spots that would eat a sled or wheeler not to mention a person......I wouldn't take a machine out at this point but if you do wait till it gets light so you can see the bad spots......walking was easy peasy.....wear cleats.....fishing?.....let's just say it was a nice morning for a walk ;D.......spud isn't a bad idea also.......CAUTION SHOULD BE USED FROM THIS POINT ON......stay safe fellers
-
Thanks Scout ,
-
Thanks for the report Scout. We definitely could use a good freeze to stop the bleeding.
-
Great update. Thanks.
-
Won't be long
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sjqx2v1D/89029964-3469144219822887-2575008759977869312-o.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sjqx2v1D)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Hoping for a few fish in the tribs next week. A million walleye and a ahort ice fishing should mean there's a lot left. I think I'm probably done with the ice.
Good luck and stay safe.
-
37 days and counting!
-
37 days and counting!
till?
-
The only thing I can find that is even close to 37 days away is "maybe" Tax Day (4/15).
Spring is this month, Trout is 4/1 and Walleye is 5/2...h2l
I found it. April 22 is EARTH DAY...
-
divorce becomes final???
-
Striper run???
-
stripers open the 1st in the hudson the 15the ocean
-
Anyone out there know if big bay is still safe ?
-
Anyone out there know if big bay is still safe ?
Sometimes the only way is to drive and see for yourself.. I live 2 hours away & don't count on anyone in social media when it comes to safety..ice picks & spud..I'm a walker so you know I'll be fishing somewhere..
-
How’s the ice?
I checked a few north shore spots and it is not looking good at all. The water has come way up and the shore ice is going fast.
-
no freezing temps after saturday night/sunday morning , but freezing temps for tonight and friday guessing it will be last weekend, if its not already to late shore sounds sketchy in some areas
-
Got out today , top 4”s of ice is crap , shore line is receding, it won’t be long
Didn’t find any perch until 1:30 ended up keeping 20
-
Nice job Fred.
-
Got out on big bay today
2 other guys out there as well
Public access was getting lousy
Probably need waders if you want to get out next couple days
Ice was very soft and sketchy
Didn’t measure but there was around 6-8” where I drilled my holes
Nothing on tipups
Didn’t do any jigging
-
Nice job Freddie! I hung it up for the hard water season. I’m on the hunt for antler sheds for the next couple weeks when I can get free. Good luck to anyone venturing out
-
Fished out of the beach.28 -30' Landed 7 Keeper eyes just as many shorts. Few Perch and 1 smallmouth. Glow #5 rap. 8 to 10 inches of ice. Lots of pressure cracks and washed out hole be safe.
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9qdyyG7/Resized-20200305-174550001.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9qdyyG7)
-
Nice job youngblood. Good mix of fish.
-
I put my hardwater gear away yesterday. Talked to a buddy of mine yesterday, an avid ice fisherman all of his life, and today was his last day on the ice. he said the ice ice is disapearing fast. lower south bay, and short point is honeycombed. big bay is just about all honeycombed. the whole back of the bay is a funcky color. NOT GOOD FELLAS. I think the fat lady is singing pretty loud !!! We may have a couple of cold nights, but it won't make the honeycombed ice any better. If anything, it will be brittle. it won't give you a warning, it won't crack, or make any noise. you will go straight through it no matter how thick it is.
On a better note. Got the boat in the driveway today, and got the cover off the camper.
Stay safe !!! Sully...
-
I put my hardwater gear away yesterday. Talked to a buddy of mine yesterday, an avid ice fisherman all of his life, and today was his last day on the ice. he said the ice ice is disapearing fast. lower south bay, and short point is honeycombed. big bay is just about all honeycombed. the whole back of the bay is a funcky color. NOT GOOD FELLAS. I think the fat lady is singing pretty loud !!! We may have a couple of cold nights, but it won't make the honeycombed ice any better. If anything, it will be brittle. it won't give you a warning, it won't crack, or make any noise. you will go straight through it no matter how thick it is.
On a better note. Got the boat in the driveway today, and got the cover off the camper.
Stay safe !!! Sully...
There never really was any great ice this year, only like 5 inches black ice with 6-8 inches frozen snow on top. I knew it would go fast, one of those years you can cast for walleyes before it closes maybe. The shoreline in Constantia is really punky, and Scriba creek is raging with runoff, not super high yet like last year though. You can see open holes and whatnot from the road by Manhattan Moon in town as well. Spring perching is gonna be the deal this year. :)
-
Hey trap this slimmer could have been yours😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCJL0j3W/BEB35-A5-B-D653-4-A22-A087-C95518-FCC2-D6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCJL0j3W)
-
ice will be completely shot by sunday afternoon cracks and shore are bad holes are getting large and gas pockets popping up,,,, did decent on perch today
-
Hey trap this slimmer could have been yours😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCJL0j3W/BEB35-A5-B-D653-4-A22-A087-C95518-FCC2-D6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCJL0j3W)
Is that PB of Release'? ;D
-
LOL
If your out take your spud and picks
And watch the cracks when crossing
I managed 10 nice perch and 1 good 1, and 1 eye
(https://i.postimg.cc/jL2hxf7b/2234-D808-667-B-48-F8-9-E9-F-FBF1-B6-C4-F482.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jL2hxf7b)
-
freddie rip his gills onon side then put him downthe hole ....he'll swim in circles.... is a big pickerel
-
Nice perch Fred.
-
Nice perch Fred.
Thanks , Good luck to you and chowdaire tomorrow i would go but my grandson has a wrestling tournament tomorrow, last week he won his central regional weight class , he’s just turned 10
(https://i.postimg.cc/q6L8G8Z1/3-C199474-83-BF-4-E52-A401-FA803-DF6-CA15.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q6L8G8Z1)
-
Good luck to you and chowdaire tomorrow
I won’t be out tomorrow. 2 basketball games for my oldest.
Good luck to your grandson.
-
That stuff is great better than some old nasty eye 👍
-
i see state championships comeing :thumbsup:
-
Thanks , Good luck to you and chowdaire tomorrow i would go but my grandson has a wrestling tournament tomorrow, last week he won his central regional weight class , he’s just turned 10
(https://i.postimg.cc/q6L8G8Z1/3-C199474-83-BF-4-E52-A401-FA803-DF6-CA15.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q6L8G8Z1)
What weight class??
My boy took first in his weight class 2 weeks ago in the far western regionals
He also is 10
Maybe we will see him at states
-
He was put in the 94# weight class ,
-
Proud grandpa I bet! That’s awesome Fred
-
He was put in the 94# weight class ,
My boy is in the 112# bracket
Good luck to your grandson!!!!!
-
Same to you
-
Good luck from Nile Mile Point, Fred😀🇺🇸😎
-
Good luck to your grandson F&R, to your son FishinJohn and to your son Reeleyz :thumbsup: :flex: :clap:
-
Good luck from Nile Mile Point, Fred😀🇺🇸😎
You in jail for A month?
-
Not really jail. Used to work at Nine Mile back for the outage.
-
Yep I figured you were there, my brother in law is doing it as well, hopefully he gets done before the perch come around in A couple weeks. :)
-
Went out of Lewis Point this afternoon from 3 till dark. No bite for me but they were sniffing at it. My last outing on ice. Fished in 17 to 21 fow. Big variation in ice thickness. About 10 inches in deeper water but only 5 or 6 in 17 fow. Very soft and lots of bubbles. Be careful from here on out.
-
Nice day to go watch your kids and grandkids do their thing in sports. Good luck to all the boys. Some good fishing for some of you guys this year...an all too short season for most. And some people don't believe in Global Warming...it seems like it's a different world today compared to the 80s and 90s when the ice could get close to 3 ft thick. Pressure cracks soo high you can't see over them (well, maybe not that bad, lol). Geese are flying, swarms of blackbirds too...It won't be long and eyes will be in the hatchery!
-
One last sled trip this morning. The ice was rock solid. Absolutely beautiful weather.
2 eyes, 7 perch, and a free undercarriage wash at shore on the way in! :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/kBm6crMY/F8798-A84-C316-4107-8-D58-4-C49-F9515223.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kBm6crMY)
Sunrise
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9XF6D3w/0-AC8797-C-1442-42-DD-A787-1944-CDB591-DA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9XF6D3w)
Moonset
(https://i.postimg.cc/McNXfNrD/4-C4-B0-CC0-C171-43-FC-BF5-F-215-BFE338-B4-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McNXfNrD)
-
Lmao Reeleyz! ;D
I just found out that I'd be set up at the Wildwood Sports Center Sportsman's Flea Market on April 4, 2020 9am-3pm. $2 admission to the club. Raffles, food, beer, hunting and fishing items, lots of traditional archery stuff last year.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1ns1zd4n/2020-WILDWOOD-SPORTS-CENTER-Flyer-jpg.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1ns1zd4n)
-
one early spring and the sky is falling ...lets not forget we were on before christmas!!!! and on opening day of deer season it was 8 degrees coldest opening i ever seen in the southern tier......... do i believe in global warming ...not really but it doesn't matter couldn't fix it anyways ..... i started fising open water last year march 2nd same this year ;D
still ice out there if you watch what your doing
-
IMO oneida is done went friday and saturday, and it was ok but sketchy and im guessing today was the same but with the temps today and the rest of week it will be toast the only thing that saved this weekend was cold temps at night
-
one early spring and the sky is falling ...lets not forget we were on before christmas!!!! and on opening day of deer season it was 8 degrees coldest opening i ever seen in the southern tier......... do i believe in global warming ...not really but it doesn't matter couldn't fix it anyways ..... i started fising open water last year march 2nd same this year ;D
Got to be 1 of the stupidest things I ever seen someone write around this time of year.....
still ice out there if you watch what your doing
-
Lmao Reeleyz! ;
(https://i.postimg.cc/1ns1zd4n/2020-WILDWOOD-SPORTS-CENTER-Flyer-jpg.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1ns1zd4n)
I’ll try and make , bring you know what !!!
Good job Bruce , I hoofed it’s tried for perch in the morning only 4 really nice perch 10.5-12” and a big rock duke , headed back in for a tough afternoon bite landed 2 eyes fumbled a few , ice was fine , pack boots were needed at the shoreline
-
Here is a Darwin Candidate 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/s1pcrQmT/4-C8-F242-B-02-BE-4-AD1-8166-D75363-EAF8-F0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1pcrQmT)
-
Lol Bruce! That’s always fun to navigate through on your way in 😜
Nice job on the fish guys! 👍🏻
-
Holy cow, it looks like that guy really wanted to go swimming!
-
Got there late missed the morning eye bite , left a noon , here my two biggest perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/RNwZ50qP/46126-F7-D-9911-4-EAB-BB4-A-0-C7-C16-D58-C21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RNwZ50qP)
-
Hey Fred, MVD told me you take your perl to a local gas station and blow in some air to make them look bigger....yeah work is getting to me. ;D ;D ;D ;D
-
Nice fish Fred!
-
A couple nice perch. I guess the fish didn't know the time changed or they would have waited for you...h2l
-
Those are some dandy perch Fred.
-
Those are some tank perch! Nice job, Fred.
-
Hey Fred, MVD told me you take your perl to a local gas station and blow in some air to make them look bigger....yeah work is getting to me. ;D ;D ;D ;D
You guys keep this up I won’t have any secrets left, jeez
-
I’ll try and make , bring you know what !!!
The Pompey Rod & Gun Club Annual Traders Day & Flea Market is April 25, 9am-2pm.
Just in case your still icefishing April 4th...lmfao...C ya one place or the other...
-
The Pompey Rod & Gun Club Annual Traders Day & Flea Market is April 25, 9am-2pm.
Just in case your still icefishing April 4th...lmfao...C ya one place or the other...
👍
-
Just getting caught up on ice shanty here. Computer went haywire and I just got it back from repair shop after almost a week.
I got out last Thursday and top really started getting mushy. Found some fish , but they were tough again . Waited out the eyes and finished off a limit at dark.
Went back to Oneida ...east end Sunday . Did not find any eyes but did get some perch- 1 was a super jumbo at 13 5/8 and 10 inch girth.Shore line was gone in all but 2 places I checked.
Congrats to you and your grandsons Fred and longjohn. My 12 year old grandson went to a regional tournament and wrestled 100 # class, 12 year old and under and took third place. Same day, he also wrestled 100# class in 14 year old and under and took third there too. He was beyond exhausted after that!
Great job on all the fish you have been catching this past week Fred, and nice pile for you reeleyz Sunday.
Here are a few pictures.... I am done on Oneida ice for this year...good luck and stay safe to all still venturing out.
My grandson Stephen on the right
(https://i.postimg.cc/34kfDvrg/IMG-2525.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/34kfDvrg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QH84pwM8/20200305-172826.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QH84pwM8)
v(https://i.postimg.cc/0zmwr2qb/20200222-224059.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zmwr2qb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9R1TV8Hb/20200306-124840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9R1TV8Hb)
v(https://i.postimg.cc/WdQwfHsJ/20200306-154208-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdQwfHsJ)
-
Brawl at the wall time! :o
-
Nice pics Steve and thanks for sharing. Glad you had a safe and successful ice season! Stay in touch during the soft water season. Now that I know your in my neck of the woods I’ll have to get together with you sometime this summer.
-
Steve congrats to your grandson
And a dandy catch , now that is a true jumbo for Oneida
Grandson also got 3rd place he was a # over he ended up in the 95# class , lost a match in double overtime , took top without looking to dad , this weekend he’s headed for the states
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKHtNPT1/F9-EC20-BD-B7-E1-4-D85-8900-D96515-B644-C5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKHtNPT1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BjMnddzX/351-BEE66-EFB2-40-E6-8-CEF-2-AFC6-FB3246-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BjMnddzX)
-
Good stuff guys!
-
The ice is starting to pile up on the Sunset Cam, the beginning of the end.
I saw guys out there yesterday.
-
Thanks Bobby Deady, Fred and reeleyz....hate to call it quits, but a little to iffy for my liking.
Bobby...I will definitely be in touch...looking forward to it.
Fred great job by your grandson! Good luck to him in the states !
-
was a good season fellers......a few pics from the year.....good luck to the grandson Freddy....hope kicks a little arse
(https://i.postimg.cc/w1395pJD/20200108-074301.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w1395pJD)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PPxg9Mxj/20200129-105925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPxg9Mxj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDJzgT4P/20200201-123529.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDJzgT4P)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0MGv52R1/20200206-113342.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0MGv52R1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZKfQ2qj/20200211-143016.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZKfQ2qj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QB1GSxMK/20200213-131355.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QB1GSxMK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDRbCpCw/IMG-20200217-092137-MP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDRbCpCw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/WtpCq70k/IMG-20200217-124414.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WtpCq70k)
(https://i.postimg.cc/TLfS9VSB/IMG-20200221-065849.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TLfS9VSB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CyQH1xb/IMG-20200221-121708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CyQH1xb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fSbP4wMK/IMG-20200223-065459.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fSbP4wMK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3WL6XDZb/IMG-20200223-065744.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WL6XDZb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/gXgMHf36/IMG-20200223-113208.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXgMHf36)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZW6VM9rm/IMG-20200224-083748.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZW6VM9rm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/wyj2M0nx/IMG-20200224-104538.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyj2M0nx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/6ykMcV4z/IMG-20200229-091433.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6ykMcV4z)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvQDnc3B/IMG-20200229-125539.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvQDnc3B)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzpwH7GY/IMG-20200301-063756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzpwH7GY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/V5Tgs9g1/IMG-20200301-065234.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/V5Tgs9g1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/nXKG1yJc/IMG-20200301-114910.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nXKG1yJc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyYkKJ4c/IMG-20200302-120145.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyYkKJ4c)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqHBQx9k/IMG-20200308-065518.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqHBQx9k)
-
was a good season fellers......a few pics from the year.....good luck to the grandson Freddy....hope kicks a little arse
(https://i.postimg.cc/w1395pJD/20200108-074301.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w1395pJD)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PPxg9Mxj/20200129-105925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPxg9Mxj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDJzgT4P/20200201-123529.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDJzgT4P)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0MGv52R1/20200206-113342.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0MGv52R1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZKfQ2qj/20200211-143016.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZKfQ2qj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QB1GSxMK/20200213-131355.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QB1GSxMK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDRbCpCw/IMG-20200217-092137-MP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDRbCpCw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/WtpCq70k/IMG-20200217-124414.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WtpCq70k)
(https://i.postimg.cc/TLfS9VSB/IMG-20200221-065849.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TLfS9VSB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CyQH1xb/IMG-20200221-121708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CyQH1xb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fSbP4wMK/IMG-20200223-065459.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fSbP4wMK)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3WL6XDZb/IMG-20200223-065744.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WL6XDZb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/gXgMHf36/IMG-20200223-113208.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXgMHf36)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZW6VM9rm/IMG-20200224-083748.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZW6VM9rm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/wyj2M0nx/IMG-20200224-104538.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyj2M0nx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/6ykMcV4z/IMG-20200229-091433.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6ykMcV4z)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvQDnc3B/IMG-20200229-125539.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvQDnc3B)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzpwH7GY/IMG-20200301-063756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzpwH7GY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/V5Tgs9g1/IMG-20200301-065234.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/V5Tgs9g1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/nXKG1yJc/IMG-20200301-114910.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nXKG1yJc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyYkKJ4c/IMG-20200302-120145.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyYkKJ4c)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqHBQx9k/IMG-20200308-065518.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqHBQx9k)
Congrats looks like you had a good season
-
Great pics Scout.
It was definitely a very good bite from start to finish.
-
Some real nice pictures scout....a lot of good eating for sure...great job.
Now get that long rod out....AND THOSE GOLF CLUBS ! Start Swinging !
-
Some real nice pictures scout....a lot of good eating for sure...great job.
Now get that long rod out....AND THOSE GOLF CLUBS ! Start Swinging !
heading to Myrtle Beach Friday....thanks
-
Scout, congrats on a good season. Thanks for sharing....h2l
-
Great season scout 🎣👍 enjoy your golf game
-
heading to Myrtle Beach Friday....thanks
Sweet ! Enjoy your trip. Golf course Conditions should be awesome down there.
I could not believe what I saw Sunday on rt. 49 West Monroe... March 8 th and Glennwood Golf Course was open for business, with lots of guy's and gals out there playing! If I had my golf clubs instead of my ice auger and ice gear, I would have hit the golf course instead of Oneida Lake !
Short lived i'm sure...but it gives us NY state golfers hope!
I
-
Nice season recap Scout57. I have enjoyed your reports and photos as well as the other Oneida regulars.
-
While putting away my ice gear I found something I forgot that I found at Lewis Pt. parking lot.
A very expensive to replace, Keyless Entry Remote Key with Electric Start, for a late model truck .
If anybody lost one there, or knows someone who did, contact me and I will be happy to get it back to whoever lost it.
-
Sweet ! Enjoy your trip. Golf course Conditions should be awesome down there.
I could not believe what I saw Sunday on rt. 49 West Monroe... March 8 th and Glennwood Golf Course was open for business, with lots of guy's and gals out there playing! If I had my golf clubs instead of my ice auger and ice gear, I would have hit the golf course instead of Oneida Lake !
Short lived i'm sure...but it gives us NY state golfers hope!
My pops was out there, 91 years old this year and still trucking. He was hitting balls all winter, looks like the driving range after the snow melts here. :)
-
My pops was out there, 91 years old this year and still trucking. He was hitting balls all winter, looks like the driving range after the snow melts here. :)
Good for your old man 91 and still.going strong. My hunting buddy his dad is 88 and hunts with us every year his property but 5 of us hunt down there every year opening day
-
My pops was out there, 91 years old this year and still trucking. He was hitting balls all winter, looks like the driving range after the snow melts here. :)
That's awesome cny ! He must have had a smile a mile wide when he teed up that first ball Sunday!
-
Not much ice left out there, all the stuff people were fishing on A week ago is gone. I noticed there is no real ice piled up, just A lot of frozen snow that was on top. Really sketchy year for sure, the sled recovery guys cleaned up.
Time to get the little boat going, i'm going to quarantine myself on the lake in semi self isolation, and fill my freezer for the rapture. :)
cny
-
Not much ice left out there, all the stuff people were fishing on A week ago is gone. I noticed there is no real ice piled up, just A lot of frozen snow that was on top. Really sketchy year for sure, the sled recovery guys cleaned up.
Time to get the little boat going, i'm going to quarantine myself on the lake in semi self isolation, and fill my freezer for the rapture. :)
cny
Be sure to have a couple Corona's to wash those fillets down
-
I like your plan CNY.
That ice definitely went quick. It was never very good. We were lucky to squeak out what we got this year.
-
Sylvan Beach is starting to skim over....get the short rods back out fellers..... ;D
-
That warm up rain and big wind 1.5 weeks ago really put the boots to me , then comes the cold 😡, shortened my season 2.5 weeks compared to the past 2 years , but did fish much more though and the last week of walleye was unreal best ending week I’ve ever had ,
-
Those poor eyes took a beating.
The perch got off fairly easy though.
-
The perch got off fairly easy though.
Only for a while 👍
-
Hi Filet and Release... wondering if your last week of the season eyes came through the ice or casting in open water?
My last Oneida trip was Saturday March 7th. Way to go!
-
Hi Filet and Release... wondering if your last week of the season eyes came through the ice or casting in open water?
My last Oneida trip was Saturday March 7th. Way to go!
Hes a crazy diehard like the rest of us and I'm sure he fished ice til he couldn't no more
-
Hes a crazy diehard like the rest of us and I'm sure he fished ice til he couldn't no more
[/quote
That is true, goon and I fished open water the last week as we had to give up on the ice as she was a little shaky 😃
-
Thanks for the reply Filet, I was thinking that might be the case.
-
I figured I would dust this thread off.
Gonna be a while still though.
Surface temp was 39 yesterday and it went down a few degrees in a week. I hate to say it but a good dump of snow would help cool it off.
-
I figured I would dust this thread off.
Gonna be a while still though.
Surface temp was 39 yesterday and it went down a few degrees in a week. I hate to say it but a good dump of snow would help cool it off.
Yes sir some snow sure would help , colder temps are coming , think tonight may have been my last eye shore casting night ,
-
I bet you can squeak in another night or 2 after this week. The NOAA 8-14 day shows above average temps through Christmas after this cool down.
I might sneak the boat out one more time. The water level has dropped a lot in the past 2 weeks.
Hopefully we get a nice cold snap after New Years.
-
Good to see you guys back! I’m ready for ice!!! 😈🎣🕳
-
Got in the spirit and installed my Led Christmas lights in the 1 man , going to add add little more skirting to the clam as the material closest to the tub doesn’t lay flat for banking in
-
Took a ride yesterday to see how some lakes looked , most are cooling nicely, 1 was about 2’ low , might see some action next week as I’m grounded for the weekend
-
I found almost 2"s of clear solid ice yesterday. If we dont get this stupid snow i might fish Sunday..... ;D
-
It would help some of the larger lakes if the wind would die down....h2l
-
It would help some of the larger lakes if the wind would die down....h2l
So true
-
I must disagree that a calm day will make a lake freeze up quicker. Really wind causes more heat loss from a body of water than calm air. I would rather reach my hands in my hole through the ice on a calm day than on a windy day having the same outside temperature. The wind will really cool off my hands quicker. I will admit the lake may not free over on the windy day because the lake is churning, but as soon as it calms down thicker ice will form.
-
If its locked up, the wind wont effect the ice too much. The issue with wind, especially early, is that it'll break up and ruin new ice. I know Little Wolf in the adks had all the ice blown off of it yesterday due to the wind. If its too windy, chances a large body of water lock up are real slim
-
I must disagree that a calm day will make a lake freeze up quicker. Really wind causes more heat loss from a body of water than calm air. I would rather reach my hands in my hole through the ice on a calm day than on a windy day having the same outside temperature. The wind will really cool off my hands quicker. I will admit the lake may not free over on the windy day because the lake is churning, but as soon as it calms down thicker ice will form.
You do know wind chill has no effect on making ice form faster. Do you self a test and put a beer in the bed of your truck and tape one to the top of your car and drive at 55 for 20 minutes when temp is below freezing When you get back both beers will be the same temp. Wind chill only effects mammals not anything else
-
The only effect wind chill has on inanimate objects, such as car radiators and water pipes, is to shorten the amount of time for the object to cool. The inanimate object will not cool below the actual air temperature. So if it is windy and below 32°F, water (a lake) will freeze faster. Ice will form faster on a windy day. My Engineering studies in heat transfer makes me disagree with you. Convective Heat Transfer
The equation for convection can be expressed as:
q = hc A dT (1)
where
q = heat transferred per unit time (W, Btu/hr)
A = heat transfer area of the surface (m2, ft2)
hc = convective heat transfer coefficient of the process (W/(m2oC, Btu/(ft2 h oF))
dT = temperature difference between the surface and the bulk fluid (oC, F)
Put a thermometer in your beer cans and record temperature vs time and you will find that your beer can on the roof gets colder faster than the one behind the cab on your truck. If it is 0° out the can on the roof will freeze faster at 55 mph than the one in the bed of your truck out of the wind.
-
Calm cold nights creates a sheet much faster than when it’s windy ,
All I know after 40+ years just give me 3”s of good ice , and I’m far from a rocket scientist 😜just an ol buzzard hoping to catch a fish 🎣 🕳
-
The only effect wind chill has on inanimate objects, such as car radiators and water pipes, is to shorten the amount of time for the object to cool. The inanimate object will not cool below the actual air temperature. So if it is windy and below 32°F, water (a lake) will freeze faster. Ice will form faster on a windy day. My Engineering studies in heat transfer makes me disagree with you. Convective Heat Transfer
The equation for convection can be expressed as:
q = hc A dT (1)
where
q = heat transferred per unit time (W, Btu/hr)
A = heat transfer area of the surface (m2, ft2)
hc = convective heat transfer coefficient of the process (W/(m2oC, Btu/(ft2 h oF))
dT = temperature difference between the surface and the bulk fluid (oC, F)
Put a thermometer in your beer cans and record temperature vs time and you will find that your beer can on the roof gets colder faster than the one behind the cab on your truck. If it is 0° out the can on the roof will freeze faster at 55 mph than the one in the bed of your truck out of the wind.
Looks like Filet took his Post down before I could answer it but as always his experience is always right. Low wind chill below freezing does not make ice freeze until the air temp is below freezing. Until a pond is locked up high winds below freezing typically will disrupt the water surface to break up any skim before it can lock up but the body of water will be colder and freeze quicker when it calms down. And Fishing-Mission is right with his beer can analysis because the cold wind blowing across a metal can will "suck" the heat away faster so the beer will get colder "faster" but never get any colder than the actual temperature of the wind. Everyone is right, ehhh. Not more important we need a week of those calm, cold, nights. Cya.
-
Let’s hope we get some below zero weather to form some good ice so we all can get out for some ice fishing. I am hopeful for early January, but the way things have been the last few years that is unlikely. Unfortunately, the woolly caterpillars show a lot of brown in their middle, so I hope the old wife’s tale about them predicting winter is wrong.
-
Last year my first day on the ice was December 22 and my last day was March 13 neither were on Oneida 😃
-
12/22 was my first day on Oneida as well Fred. My last day on Oneida was 3/8 and 4 days later I had the boat out.
I am guessing mid January. Everything I read points to a warmer than normal winter.
-
New to the site. How was the "fall-eye" bite this year?
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
You'll have to Quartine to the ice the whole time your here call it home so they don't harass you lol 😂🤣
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
Best of luck. Your ice reports will be greatly missed. Thanks for all of the detailed ice reports over the years. You know what they say happy wife happy life.
-
New to the site. How was the "fall-eye" bite this year?
Can’t speak for others but I’m really pleased with my results , third best year I have had in 30+ , I only count legal fish ,
But for the percentage fish landed to trips is the best Ive ever had
But you have to consider the huge population of walleyes in Oneida
-
New to the site. How was the "fall-eye" bite this year?
shore fishing and wading was great! The bite started earlier this year, as early as I can remember anyway and continued right through last Friday for me.
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
Going to miss your reports and our occasional ice sharing ,
Keep in touch , when things get better save me a seat in the boat
-
Have a great winter Scout. We will miss your reports.
You should have convinced her to go to Arizona and you could chase Coues Deer (mini whitetails) in the rut!
-
Sad to say we lost a good one guys. My ice fishing buddy and friend Perky has passed away after a tough fight with cancer. He will be greatly missed and it won’t be the same without him on the ice. RIP my friend
https://obits.syracuse.com/obituaries/syracuse/obituary.aspx?n=george-perkins-perk&pid=197318365
-
Sorry to hear, may he RIP
-
Thanks for posting Bob
I’ll never forget that day panfishing , omg , that was hilarious, he chewed that guys ass out , I bet that guys butt is still red 😜
-
Sorry to hear may he R.I.P.
-
That is sad news Bobby.
I didn’t really know Perky but I know my dad did.
Did he fish Ontario sometimes? I remember a story about him losing a pole with a fish on it while trolling. Then he circled around until he hooked the pole and I think he got the fish too.
I am pretty sure it was Perky but I probably heard that story about 25 years ago so I could be wrong!
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
-
Thanks guys. He was a hell of a fisherman. Fred that was classic Perky. Thought I was gonna have to save his ass a few times out on the ice when he would go on a rant lol. Bruce I never heard that story but it could be from his younger days.
-
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers will be with his family and friends. May he rest in peace...
-
Sad to say we lost a good one guys. My ice fishing buddy and friend Perky has passed away after a tough fight with cancer. He will be greatly missed and it won’t be the same without him on the ice. RIP my friend
https://obits.syracuse.com/obituaries/syracuse/obituary.aspx?n=george-perkins-perk&pid=197318365
Bob I'm sorry for our loss l. Him and my Buddy Hoss are watching over all of us now
-
my prayers to family and friends
-
Sorry for your loss Bobby. There will never be another Perky. RIP!!
-
Sorry for your loss :'( thoughts and prayers to family and friends :(
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
Enjoy the warm weather, Scout! Thanks for all your great reports over the years.
-
So sorry to hear about Perky. I met him for the first time fishing the slips last spring. We chatted and I got to hear a lot of great stories about the old days. What a great guy. RIP
-
Perky was one heck of a fisherman. He will be missed. Sully...
-
Sad to say we lost a good one guys. My ice fishing buddy and friend Perky has passed away after a tough fight with cancer. He will be greatly missed and it won’t be the same without him on the ice. RIP my friend
https://obits.syracuse.com/obituaries/syracuse/obituary.aspx?n=george-perkins-perk&pid=197318365
I'm sorry for your loss Deadeyez! I know all to well how you feel. I lost my best friend, hunting and fishing buddy Kevin "Hoss" Giannone, for 42 years in September due to cancer also.. It's a big void after spending pretty much every weekend together for the past 4 decades. It's really tipped things upside down. Its kinda taken the wind out of my sails. But I guess it's time to jump back on the saddle. RIP HOSS AND PERKY
-
Thanks for the kind words everyone. All we can do is keep on truckin...our friends that pass wouldn’t want it any other way 😁
-
Thanks for the kind words everyone. All we can do is keep on truckin...our friends that pass wouldn’t want it any other way 😁
When ya hook into that throphy fish this winter remember it's Perky or Hoss looking out for all those they touched
-
Alfred Sorry to here of your lose of your friend ,
-
Ok Bobby , Yesterday was my last shore casting night for eyes , I was lucky no skunks this fall in 21 trip , it’s time to start looking at ice , I know guys have been out with some nice catches ,I’ll be out crawling around soon , most likely not Oneida , perch or pans it’s all good 🎣🕳
-
can i talk ya into a open water shore night for walleyes in my secret monster hole fred :) .....
-
can i talk ya into a open water shore night for walleyes in my secret monster hole fred :) .....
Think it’s time to stow my casting rod and those six lures away and start loading my ice gear in the truck
-
I got plenty of storage room ill stow them 6 lures for ya free of charge if ya like lol ;) might be a while before any safe ice besides big bay in that pond
-
I got plenty of storage room ill stow them 6 lures for ya free of charge if ya like lol ;) might be a while before any safe ice besides big bay in that pond
Thanks I found room , think your right about the main lake
-
Alfred Sorry to here of your lose of your friend ,
Thank you. Hoss and I could routinely catch fish on every body of water except one. Onieda! Damn it's a humbling lake if you don't fish it often. We had 30 fish days on open water but can't remember ever catching our limit thru the ice. Come hell or high water I'm going to show him it can be done this year weather permitting.
-
My eldest thinks of her Dad , I was needing some new drop shot weights , what ya think
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxPstKgv/AB7-A1188-5348-41-E4-9465-332210-A339-CF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxPstKgv)
-
My eldest thinks of her Dad , I was needing some new drop shot weights , what ya think
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxPstKgv/AB7-A1188-5348-41-E4-9465-332210-A339-CF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxPstKgv)
Well, Freddie....now you can go balls deep!!!😁
-
=))
-
Lol welcome to the club! 😂
-
Lol welcome to the club! 😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
-
Merry Christmas
-
Merry Christmas all !!
-
Merry Xmas!
-
Merry Christmas to all!! That is quite the resume’ on Your profile Hijinks....
-
Merry Christmas to all!! That is quite the resume’ on Your profile Hijinks....
Yes sir especially the 2019 walleye catch 👍
-
Lol
-
13 pike in one day on oneida lake is pretty interesting
-
13 pike in one day on oneida lake is pretty interesting
That young man can teach you a thing or two mister...... ::) ::)
-
13 northerns in a day from Oneida , ? That is quite a feat on Oneida :bow: :bow:
-
That young man can teach you a thing or two mister...... ::) ::)
yeah well i'll tell ya what he ain't going to show me is 13 northern pike on ineida in one day ...but he does have some good dance moves
-
Prolly meant 13 walleye Pike
Picks no problem, eyes not out of ordinary
True northern hmmmm
-
I gonna go out on a limb and say that it was 13 pike in one day, not necessarily on Oneida, in 2019
-
http:// 2019 - Iced 486 keeper perch. 83 walleyes. 43 Crappie. 2 Boubot from Oneida and 13 pike in one day.
-
I was playing Devil’s advocate....
-
I was playing Devil’s advocate....
[/quote
😉
-
I'm gonna go out on a limb and say the guy just likes to have fun and doesn't take this site too seriously ::)
-
I gonna go out on a limb and say that it was 13 pike in one day, not necessarily on Oneida, in 2019
that or he is confused about northern pike and big pickerel
-
I'm gonna go out on a limb and say the guy just likes to have fun and doesn't take this site too seriously ::)
Yep that must be it
-
in 1986 i killed a 12 pack out there just to see it die....that count
-
When I played football at Polk High I once scored 4 touchdowns in one game
-
Definitely looks like he's joking to me. I did catch a tiny little norther off north shore last year. He was mixed in with a bunch of tiny eyes.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDD9L3kW/did-someone-say-bigguns.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDD9L3kW)
-
When I played football at Polk High I once scored 4 touchdowns in one game
Thats a damn lie. I know the guy who did and unless you sell shoes you weren't him! Fake news.
-
Never caught a fish on Oneida but I did stayed at a holiday inn once 🏨
-
I don't doubt the 13 pikes... but the "2016 - Voted Best Grandpa"? I was the 2016 Best grandpa! I have a commemorative mug celebrating the moment even. I bought it at a garage sale, but it still counts!
-
By the looks of the forecast doesn’t look good at least for the main lake
Guess I better gas up the truck
-
freddie i'm tying big jigs up i have a idea where i'm going
-
Trapp Wish you were closer I have some all tied for just that occasion,
Good luck ,
-
I Have a Bridge to sell, wonder if he would be interested ?
-
Trapp Wish you were closer I have some all tied for just that occasion,
Good luck ,
freddie it'll get me threw until oneida freezes lol
-
Ok Trapp
-
13 pike in one day on oneida lake is pretty interesting
Walleye pike. Picks I think they call them trapper. Didn’t mean to offend you.
-
I don't doubt the 13 pikes... but the "2016 - Voted Best Grandpa"? I was the 2016 Best grandpa! I have a commemorative mug celebrating the moment even. I bought it at a garage sale, but it still counts!
Wrong - I have all my T-shirts framed, and donating them to the Best Grandpa hall of Fame in Ohio.
-
that or he is confused about northern pike and big pickerel
Wow! Someone finally read it correctly. Trapper for the win!
Still a clown.
-
Wow! Someone finally read it correctly. Trapper for the win!
Still a clown.
:roflmao: well no matter what ....your a hell of a dancer
-
:roflmao: well no matter what ....your a hell of a dancer
Thank you - It’s how I dance by you at Pete’s.
-
When I played football at Polk High I once scored 4 touchdowns in one game
Well mr al bundy it an honor to meet you. Lol
-
The forecast doesn’t look to good for the main lake , it will happen but in the mean time guess I’ll hit the road this week
-
I'll be searching for ice also, let us know if you find some safe ice
-
i think we'll need to drive to get on hard water .... maybe go shoot some bunnys
-
The forecast doesn’t look to good for the main lake , it will happen but in the mean time guess I’ll hit the road this week
It keeps getting worse every time I check it.
It will be at least a few weeks.
-
i think we'll need to drive to get on hard water .... maybe go shoot some bunnys
I'm game to shoot bunnies
-
i think i tied more jigs then i ever tied before .... lost alot too but having fun ;D
-
Lets all do an ice dance under the moon tonight
-
Lets all do an ice dance under the moon tonight
yes this and put everything away that'll help also 😉
-
heat bills are low thats not bad
-
Lets all do an ice dance under the moon tonight
Or, return all the new gear we bought in anticipation of having ice
-
golf clubs on sale at dicks
-
WHAT !? Put stuff away ?? Return all my good stuff I bought ?? Not on your life I've been ice dancin since I filled my deer tag and that was opening day
I need some ice and I need it bad Kinda like a junkie waiting for a fix, I need it bad
-
Or, return all the new gear we bought in anticipation of having ice
Ok relax ,attend a few meetings at your local IFA , that should help you through your difficult time 😉
-
Ok relax ,attend a few meetings at your local IFA , that should help you through your difficult time 😉
Reverse psychology never worked for me 🤪
-
heat bills are low thats not bad
And good for the deer. Of course they have got off pretty easy for several years in a row now.
-
well i had to keep myself busy and reload
(https://i.postimg.cc/1nwBncS8/111111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1nwBncS8)
-
well i had to keep myself busy and reload
(https://i.postimg.cc/1nwBncS8/111111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1nwBncS8)
Nice looking jigs there Trapper. Come on down this way. We have a few places with fishable ice. I'm going Friday for my first outing.
-
al i tried calling you your phone just rings busy last few days
-
Nice looking jigs there Trapper. Come on down this way. We have a few places with fishable ice. I'm going Friday for my first outing.
Sounds like fun wish I could join ya . I'll just be here at home for the next 9 days if anyone needs me
-
yeah brad and al and i know a spot with good ice and gaint perch catching one every drop keeping nothing under 11 inchers and no limits ....to bad ya can't come with us .... what a shame.....
those 9 days will go quickly and ya got to spend christmas with family ^5
-
yeah brad and al and i know a spot with good ice and gaint perch catching one every drop keeping nothing under 11 inchers and no limits ....to bad ya can't come with us .... what a shame.....
those 9 days will go quickly and ya got to spend christmas with family ^5
Yes I got to spend Christmas with my Mom first time in 10 years and she got her first every Christmas with any grandkids. 9 days won't be bad got a new Ice rod and have a few projects 2 work on. Then I'll join you clowns as long at ya don't bring that Bigguy lol.
-
seeing you can't go for 9 days can i borrow your new rod?????
-
seeing you can't go for 9 days can i borrow your new rod?????
Yea as long as you hold you breath for the whole trip from your house to mine
-
al i tried calling you your phone just rings busy last few days
That's weird. The telemarketers don't have any trouble reaching me to tell me that my warranty is up. LOL Perhaps your not calling the correct number? I'll give you a call later after work.
-
Hey guys,
New to the forum. Anyone seeing good ice anywhere close by? Got this Saturday off and wanna waste some time.
-
al i tried calling you your phone just rings busy last few days
Trap I tried calling you tag your it. Al I lost your number when I got a new phone
-
I tried calling trap and no answer either. He's got a lot of calls to return. Brad I'll send you a text.
-
When you guys set your tip ups out for Walters do you use treble hooks or “J” hooks? Also which size for the hook and do you use any barrel sinkers to keep the bait down?
-
i don't use tip ups for walleyes i really can't help you on that beer sorry man
i checked my phone my battery was dead so i'm charging it i'll call you guys in the morning
-
Mostly just jig or dead stick for the Walters myself not sayin I set the lake on fire though lol. I prefer a size 1/0 j hook with med shinner and 4’ mono 6 lb test leader myself in the rare occasion I do set some tips up for them
-
i don't use tip ups for walleyes i really can't help you on that beer sorry man
i checked my phone my battery was dead so i'm charging it i'll call you guys in the morning
try me later in the afternoon. I'll be on the ice in the morning. No service there. 😁
-
Happy New Year everyone. Hope 2021 is a better year. Have a safe ice season!
-
Hey guys,
New to the forum. Anyone seeing good ice anywhere close by? Got this Saturday off and wanna waste some time.
Welcome to the site. There isn’t any safe ice on Oneida lake or surrounding waters. Going to be awhile for this area.
-
Welcome to the site. There isn’t any safe ice on Oneida lake or surrounding waters. Going to be awhile for this area.
Yeah I live near Oneida. Heard Lake Moraine had some just didnt know if anyone had been out. Hope we get a cold spell soon.
-
Yeah I live near Oneida. Heard Lake Moraine had some just didnt know if anyone had been out. Hope we get a cold spell soon.
Just a word of advice, Moraine was sketchy before the warm up this morning. Now with the rain and almost 40* temps, I would stay away. It was 3.5 inches at best 2 days ago, with open water off the boat launch
-
Just a word of advice, Moraine was sketchy before the warm up this morning. Now with the rain and almost 40* temps, I would stay away. It was 3.5 inches at best 2 days ago, with open water off the boat launch
Just got back off of the ice. Went out to the middle of the lake and there was 4 inches. It was slushy from the weather last night but plenty safe. But I deffinitley saw the open water by the culvert but thats to be expected.
-
Just got back off of the ice. Went out to the middle of the lake and there was 4 inches. It was slushy from the weather last night but plenty safe. But I deffinitley saw the open water by the culvert but thats to be expected.
This is Oneida lake thread . People might read this and think that’s what your referring to. Not lake moraine ..
You can go to the conditions board and post your report there. ;)
-
Just got back off of the ice. Went out to the middle of the lake and there was 4 inches. It was slushy from the weather last night but plenty safe. But I deffinitley saw the open water by the culvert but thats to be expected.
.
Please NOONE THINK HES TAKING ABOUT ONEIDA. ONEIDA IS OPEN WATER
-
Sorry my fault
-
Hey folks, CT resident new to the ice last season. Visiting some family in Jamesville late January and would love to spend a few hours on a new lake if the ice is safe. Any reliable public access spots/launches on the southern edge, where some others may be around for safety in numbers? Not looking for anyone’s honey hole or anything - just a reliably safe area to drill some holes and have some beers. Thanks guys!
-
By late January you should be good on Oneida , keep an eye on this thread , many of us post , apps bait and tackle has everything you may need and great info as many of us tell Rick and Dave , how our day was
-
.
Please NOONE THINK HES TAKING ABOUT ONEIDA. ONEIDA IS OPEN WATER
x2!!! ONEIDA LAKE IS OPEN WATER!!! He’s damn lucky he didn’t get wet. What ice is left on that lake, he walked on, is junk.
We’ll get safe ice at some point guys. We don’t want to hear about any accidents or death. Stay safe!!!!😎
-
hey hooking possible spots on south shore of Oneida lake could be Oneida shores park--Muskrat bay--Williams beach--south shore boat launch or Chapman park just not sure what ice will be like no good now
-
hey hooking possible spots on south shore of Oneida lake could be Oneida shores park--Muskrat bay--Williams beach--south shore boat launch or Chapman park just not sure what ice will be like no good now
Mrbaiter and Filet, thanks for the tips. I’ll keep Apps in mind for a bait shop on the north shore. If any good local run shops on the south shore, will take your suggestions. Looking forward to reading how you guys do this month. Nice active thread.
-
hooking you can access the oneida lake web cams also and see the lake from your house
-
Mrbaiter and Filet, thanks for the tips. I’ll keep Apps in mind for a bait shop on the north shore. If any good local run shops on the south shore, will take your suggestions. Looking forward to reading how you guys do this month. Nice active thread.
Baitshop called “Cookies” On the south shore they do a great job there.
-
Lakeside outfitters right on 31 where you turn to go to Lewis point. If your heading East just past Flo’s dinner. Haven’t been yet this year stopped in a handful of times last year. Good guys all the basics and a good minnow and grub selection every time I went
-
Lakeside outfitters awesome guys always helpful and are open early in the morning 5 am i think
-
there is also Vern & Mikes on Bartell Rd in Brewerton plaza
-
Well fellers......the time has come to let my better half enjoy the warmth of a southern climate...south for the winter months...my ice fishing career is coming to an end after 50+ yrs........gonna be a hard transition for myself but hopefully will adapt to some S. Carolina fishing.......and maybe a round of golf or 2........she's earned it , putting up with me for so long............ya'll have a great and safe ice season and save a few for me for next spring.......P.S.-( might have to grab a quick flight home for a week or so.....shhhh)...lol
just getting on here. Sad post to see. Thanks for all the info you’ve given me last year and spots to try out and letting me follow you out to your honey holes. I’ll be sure to keep them nice and warm for you this year 😜! Have a good time in the south!!
-
this weather is no good no cold temps at all, there was an article today syr.com cold temps around the 18th coming in jet stream is predicted to drop hard and stay cold for the end of the month and bring down polar vortex but its also saying possibly heavy snow with it ugh... who knows
-
Frustrating to say the least :-\
-
this weather is no good no cold temps at all, there was an article today syr.com cold temps around the 18th coming in jet stream is predicted to drop hard and stay cold for the end of the month and bring down polar vortex but its also saying possibly heavy snow with it ugh... who knows
A lot of models agree with what the news is saying...however because the great lakes are so warm they also say that lake effect snows could be particularly heavy and stretch some distance away from the lakes. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
-
Lowaccord 66
No mud chickens in Oneida lake 😜
-
well cant see much open water but this morning but i doubt it will hold
-
Yeah. It was beautiful this morning but it’s paper thin skim ice and that sun is high so I’d expect it to be near wide open again in a few hours. At least it’s ready to go though.
(https://i.postimg.cc/2VygRkZX/CE9-B3-F72-724-C-4139-9-FCB-1-BEAB3237-CFF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2VygRkZX)
-
From Constantia it looked like the western half skimmed a little better than eastern half. That’s usually how it goes. I remember when Reeleyez posted a satellite image of the lake few years back and you could see that line where half the lake froze before the other.
-
It’s a start. Hopefully they are right about the temp drop coming up. Channel 9 seems fairly confident about it.
Here is sat image from this afternoon. It’s tough to see any ice but being glare ice it might not show up very well. Ironically it’s the first day we’ve had clear skies in quite a while.
(https://i.postimg.cc/2Lmq9KbY/2805249-A-7-D88-41-C9-ADC2-27444403-BD2-E.png) (https://postimg.cc/2Lmq9KbY)
-
With the lake being sooo low are there any good launches to at least get out on my boat? I am thinking Godfrey?
-
well right now from what i can see lake is covered in thin ice im sure theres open water some places and can change by the hour, but all the marinas are iced in lunch i think will be difficult
-
Thq for the tip. Keuka for jumbos it is then.
-
Yeah. Where I am is never the first to get good ice. I always have to travel a bit for my first few trips of the season. Either south, east or west.
The good news is the skim held. Shot going the other way.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4n1zL50J/7-CD87970-20-D3-4-F97-9-A95-C557327925-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n1zL50J)
-
That’s an awesome pic Chow! Nothing like winter sunsets on Oneida
-
That’s an awesome pic Chow! Nothing like winter sunsets on Oneida
X2
-
Awesome photo
-
That’s a great pic 👍
-
Yeah. It's not a bad view. I think it'd be a little better taken from about a half mile out with 3 fresh eyes on the ice. But, in due time...
-
Yeah. It's not a bad view. I think it'd be a little better taken from about a half mile out with 3 fresh eyes on the ice. But, in due time...
Absolutely 👍
-
Yeah. It's not a bad view. I think it'd be a little better taken from about a half mile out with 3 fresh eyes on the ice. But, in due time...
x1000 lol
-
Yeah. Where I am is never the first to get good ice. I always have to travel a bit for my first few trips of the season. Either south, east or west.
The good news is the skim held. Shot going the other way.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4n1zL50J/7-CD87970-20-D3-4-F97-9-A95-C557327925-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n1zL50J)
Great pic, Bob!!😎
-
UGH we need cold temps before we get snow, the lake has a thin layer of ice no snow cold temps would make ice fast,,,,,,,,,,but it appears we are weeks away from any cold temps and safe ice
-
Anyone climb the new rock wall by the right of way today? Someone is going to bust their butt going over that thing.
-
Anyone climb the new rock wall by the right of way today? Someone is going to bust their butt going over that thing.
What rock wall might that be
-
What rock wall might that be
Probably BB. It almost seems like crowd control.
-
Probably BB. It almost seems like crowd control.
About 3 years ago I scouted that right of way during the summer to see if I could launch my kayak there. There was a gentleman there in the middle of removing the boulders and snapped at me when I asked if it was public access. Not wanting any confrontation, I just nodded and left. I knew it was a lie as I know people accessed it during ice fishing. He was surely one of the residents in the adjacent properties. That access has gotten worse every year since. I wonder where he put all of the boulders. ;D
It wont be long for that drop to get deeper and deeper due to the erosion from the water coming out of the pipe.
-
i heard a deer went threw the ice towards chapman today didnt make it out.....did not see it myself
-
Probably BB. It almost seems like crowd control.
the people that live next door do that ,someone will get hurt ,stupid ,i think it's a law suit awaiting
i picked my slide up right there and the lay was waiting yelling at me till she seen i was videoing her .....
-
Same story every year for that “right of way”! Not sure why the DEC or township hasn’t done something to make an access for people to access BB. Those folks on that access have been rude to many anglers over the years. That access is dangerous to get on/off the ice. It’s been 8 years maybe since I’ve used it last. I have a short fuse for rude people.😁
-
never fished BB dont like crowds, but talking about right of ways got lil knowledge most people land owners dont mind but people getting on the water its when trash and other people that dont respect it ruin it for others
-
My wife and I are coming up this upcoming weekend we would like to get on big bay if possible. Could any of you give me a road name or something on where to park to get on BIG bay?
-
My wife and I are coming up this upcoming weekend we would like to get on big bay if possible. Could any of you give me a road name or something on where to park to get on BIG bay?
Take Rt 11 out of Cicero, cross Oneida River then turn right on Rt 37 follow it back under Rt 81, a few roads down is Camic Rd, turn right follow it to Big Bay Marina. When you get there ask where to park. You can also goggle Big Bay Marina for the directions. Oneida just skimmed over, you might want to call a bait shops in Brewerton (Vern and Mikes Oneida Bait 315-668-1130) before you leave to make sure there is fishable ice.
-
Take Rt 11 out of Cicero, cross Oneida River then turn right on Rt 37 follow it back under Rt 81, a few roads down is Camic Rd, turn right follow it to Big Bay Marina. When you get there ask where to park. You can also goggle Big Bay Marina for the directions. Oneida just skimmed over, you might want to call a bait shops in Brewerton (Vern and Mikes Oneida Bait 315-668-1130) before you leave to make sure there is fishable ice.
Thanks for the info perch chaser , I actually called Vern and mikes yesterday he told me there was 5” on big bay and guys were out there fishing
-
Hey rippinlips , I’d check with Vern and mike about getting on at big bay marina , to see if it is safe to get on there , as it is not far from the river
-
Hey rippinlips , I’d check with Vern and mike about getting on at big bay marina , to see if it is safe to get on there , as it is not far from the river
X2 on this. I am not sure if the section around BB Marina stayed froze after the last warm up.
SPUD!
-
never fished BB dont like crowds, but talking about right of ways got lil knowledge most people land owners dont mind but people getting on the water its when trash and other people that dont respect it ruin it for others
I agree. The ones that don’t respect it, ruin it for the ones with respect. Everybody has to do their part to keep things clean!😎
-
My wife and I are coming up this upcoming weekend we would like to get on big bay if possible. Could any of you give me a road name or something on where to park to get on BIG bay?
Yes I’d definitely check with the bait shop again before you head up. Forecast says high of 43 on Thursday and high of 48 on Friday with chance of rain.
-
Mid 40’s and rain on Friday isn’t good.
-
Thanks for the help everyone. I will definitely check in with the bait shop on Friday This weather sucks
-
the big bay access issue has nothing to do with trash it had to do with the home owners next to the access don't like people going next to their home ,it started years ago they posted the access they gated the access the town opened it up they removed rocks to make the access a 4 foot drop off ....i think tis is a law suit in the making ....i have personally been attacked (verbally) by the homeowner for picking my stuff up on the road ...i threw my jet sled in the back of my car .....this is a on going battle i hope all the people going out on the ice take a few minutes to throw some of the rocks back where they belong ...... we can have the access back tothe way it should be in no time...calling the town may not be a bad idea these people are not going to stop
-
Access is always an issue no matter where you go, property owners think they have more rights to the lake than anyone else. The state should look at making better access on Big Bay. Does anyone have a picture of this rock barrier?
-
The only problem with that trapper is the guy put mortar in and around the whole wall he built, I’m sure it wouldn’t be good if people started ripping it apart!
-
The only problem with that trapper is the guy put mortar in and around the whole wall he built, I’m sure it wouldn’t be good if people started ripping it apart!
you should look into if he got a permit for that work if he did the work without a permit he may be forced to put it back to its original condition before they even removed the rocks in the first place l
-
where you acces isn't his land that belongs to the down thats a drain pie for the road i'm honestly surprized the town allows his foolishness someone will get hurt
-
Only a matter of time before someone is hurt, don’t bring a shanty if your alone because u won’t be able to pick it back up by yourself
-
where you acces isn't his land that belongs to the down thats a drain pie for the road i'm honestly surprized the town allows his foolishness someone will get hurt
town should definitely be notified that the homeowner has removed riprap from the shoreline that is 100% against the law. And created a unsafe area to access the lake im sure the town would fix it or make them fix it if it could be proven they did it
-
where you acces isn't his land that belongs to the down thats a drain pie for the road i'm honestly surprized the town allows his foolishness someone will get hurt
When I talked to him, he boasted that he was a member of some town board and challenged me to verify that the access was private during the summers. This made no sense to me as again, I knew it was open to the public for ice fishing. I'm sure what he did was illegal, it's not exactly the same, but it's kind of similar to altering/diverting flow of a water way.
I'm not sure if it's within their power, but my concern is that if enough people complain, the town will most likely just close that access completely.
-
Trying to keep Big Bay ice fishermen from using that access is like trying to keep squirrels off a bird feeders.
-
Access is always an issue no matter where you go, property owners think they have more rights to the lake than anyone else. The state should look at making better access on Big Bay. Does anyone have a picture of this rock barrier?
Matt - I will get you a pic this week unless someone posts one here first.
-
i just again talked to the DEC ...tax maps were brought up ,tat is the property of the town of west monroe you can google earth it ...don't take my word check for yourself so YOU KNOW ' me personally I'm old and miserable if they bother me I'm going to record them with my phone and report them for "harassment during a legal activity. last time they barricaded the access and the town came down and removed it , big thank you to officer brown for his help checking tax maps ,and i don't think it would hurt to call the town of west monroe and tell them what that access looks like what if someone falls that is a hell of a law suit
-
While reviewing the tax map I use, I see the right of way. It is right between Scott Whittaker's parcel 293.20-02-33 and Donald Weber parcel 307.08-02-03.
If you want to see the right of way, a tax map can be found at https://rptsgisweb.oswegocounty.com/ParcelViewer/ (https://rptsgisweb.oswegocounty.com/ParcelViewer/). I use it to look up who owns what. ::) The map can also be useful for tax grievance purposes.
-
I called and spoke at length about the Big Bay access with the West Monroe Town Clerk. She has referred me over to the Town Assessor. I urge everyone who has a concern with this to do the same. She is very nice and has been thoroughly briefed on the issue. That is a very small office and a couple dozen phone call about the same issue would help ensure a prompt response. Please consider giving them a call.
As far as the wall requiring a permit, the landowner would'nt need one unless the wall was 6' or more. If the wall wasn't built on the owners property, then that is obviously a violation.
The major question is whether or not that 10' easement is a public easement. It may, as I was told, be just for drainage. I can assure you that I will have an answer in the near future. I can also assure you that I will be making a formal complaint about the placement of the new structure as soon as I have all of the facts.
Again, the best way to get a quick response, even if its not the one we're hoping for, is for everyone to do their part. If you want to fish over there and help keep everyone safe, pick up the phone and call the West Monroe Town Clerk (315) 676-3521. Thanks.
-
The major question is whether or not that 10' easement is a public easement. It may, as I was told, be just for drainage. I can assure you that I will have an answer in the near future. I can also assure you that I will be making a formal complaint about the placement of the new structure as soon as I have all of the facts.
This is spot on. An easement is permission to use property for a specific reason. It is not an ownership documents. Does anyone know of the county clerk’s office has online records? That’s be the easiest way to find out.
Full disclosure, I have never been on Big Bay. Closest I’ve come to doing so has been driving past it on 81
-
Speaking of checking tax maps , according to the tax map , the home owner put a wood fence right to the end on west side , of mill street , closing off the access
-
Speaking of checking tax maps , according to the tax map , the home owner put a wood fence right to the end on west side , of mill street , closing off the access
Mill Street in Constantia?
-
Mill Street in Constantia?
Yes only east side has access
Just look at the tax map
-
Yes behind the Circle K, the guy that bought Pierce's house on the right. There is A fence on the right side now.
-
Tim far as I could about 3-4 posts to far ,
-
Yes only east side has access
Just look at the tax map
Ah, thanks. The discussion was on Big Bay so I got confused a bit. Is the East access still available? The tax map has the property line extending pretty far South on that side as well. I remember being able to access both sides of Mill St.
-
it's not a easement at all the town of west monroe owns it it's part ot the road a culv ert that drains that entire area runs under it...we went threw this about 10 years ago when he built a barricade....setterman thank you for a great post i will can tomorrow
-
it's not a easement at all the town of west monroe owns it it's part ot the road a culv ert that drains that entire area runs under it...we went threw this about 10 years ago when he built a barricade....setterman thank you for a great post i will can tomorrow
Well that’s a different story all together. If it’s town property it’s open to the public
-
active now your catching on and the DEC agrees other then now this guy made a 6 foot cliff you have to climb down to access the ice
-
I was just going off the information above. There’s no listed owner on that parcel on the huntin app I use. Can see both neighboring properties owners but that sliver up for debate has no information.
And like I said early never fished big bay or any part of the lake, just trying to add value. Someday I’ll fish Oneida. Someday...
-
I was just going off the information above. There’s no listed owner on that parcel on the huntin app I use. Can see both neighboring properties owners but that sliver up for debate has no information.
And like I said early never fished big bay or any part of the lake, just trying to add value. Someday I’ll fish Oneida. Someday...
And the tax map provided doesn’t have a SBL number to it. Seems public to me, just like the roads
-
DEC and the town of West Monroe both have confirmed it is the town of West Monroe's property.... ownership has never been the issue ,the issue is the man dug it out stacked rocks concreted them in now it's a 6 foot cliff you need to climb to get down..... someone will get hurt on this ...bad
-
Don’t disagree Trap.
Humans never cease to amaze me
-
watch some young child run and fall down that ...it's crazy
-
There is also another section on the tax map without a tax no. between 293.20-02-02 and 293.20-02-04. Is this an access to Big Bay? And to further ask my question the parcel 307.08-02-25 is owned by Town of West Monroe on the tax map is this an access to Big Bay?
-
I hope they make him take it down piece by piece in the middle of the polar vortex.
-
perch i forgot the numbers but if you follow keller road right to the bay thats it you google earth it you can see the access
-
most beautiful place on earth, great picture, keep em coming Chowdaire!
-
Yeah. Where I am is never the first to get good ice. I always have to travel a bit for my first few trips of the season. Either south, east or west.
The good news is the skim held. Shot going the other way.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4n1zL50J/7-CD87970-20-D3-4-F97-9-A95-C557327925-DE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n1zL50J)
-
Let’s hoe to get out soon.
-
Let’s hoe to get out soon.
Is that how we get ice? :roflmao:
-
Is that how we get ice? :roflmao:
Hooking will hoe for ice
-
I called and spoke at length about the Big Bay access with the West Monroe Town Clerk. She has referred me over to the Town Assessor. I urge everyone who has a concern with this to do the same. She is very nice and has been thoroughly briefed on the issue. That is a very small office and a couple dozen phone call about the same issue would help ensure a prompt response. Please consider giving them a call.
As far as the wall requiring a permit, the landowner would'nt need one unless the wall was 6' or more. If the wall wasn't built on the owners property, then that is obviously a violation.
The major question is whether or not that 10' easement is a public easement. It may, as I was told, be just for drainage. I can assure you that I will have an answer in the near future. I can also assure you that I will be making a formal complaint about the placement of the new structure as soon as I have all of the facts.
Again, the best way to get a quick response, even if its not the one we're hoping for, is for everyone to do their part. If you want to fish over there and help keep everyone safe, pick up the phone and call the West Monroe Town Clerk (315) 676-3521. Thanks.
i called the number talked to the town clerk , very nice lady , if you fish big bay and interested in access please call this number she will be reporting this to the town super.
-
I wonder how effective an online petition would be. Could recruit signatures from our out of state friends as well
-
The main lake is not ready yet, not for me anyway. I checked a couple spots on the south side yesterday it was pretty sketchy.
-
Thanks Matt
-
i agree maybe an 1 1/2 in were i checked and dosnt look like its going to make much if any next week or so not safe
-
One more single digit night would have gone a long way.
The forecasts are trending colder. Looks like later next week it gets cold.
-
i called the number talked to the town clerk , very nice lady , if you fish big bay and interested in access please call this number she will be reporting this to the town super.
You can call the DEC office in Cortland, they will confirm that it is indeed public access. They may ne able to help with the boulders if it is safety hazard.
SeanP
-
One more single digit night would have gone a long way.
The forecasts are trending colder. Looks like later next week it gets cold.
👍
-
There is a 1/2 acre parcel on Point View Dr. at the end of Hilton St it is owned by Town of West Monroe tax no 307.08-02-25 can you legally access Big Bay thru this property?
-
You guys are missing out on a lot of fishing waiting for ice on Oneida... @) @)
-
You guys are missing out on a lot of fishing waiting for ice on Oneida... @) @)
How far North should I go?
-
There is a 1/2 acre parcel on Point View Dr. at the end of Hilton St it is owned by Town of West Monroe tax no 307.08-02-25 can you legally access Big Bay thru this property?
I've seen people access from that property. The problem with that access point is parking. No street parking allowed so you either have to get dropped off or know someone that lives nearby where you can park your car.
-
You guys are missing out on a lot of fishing waiting for ice on Oneida... @) @)
I’m not waiting as I like to ice fish ,
-
Went out to the lake yesterday and it was frozen as far as I can see, no one was on the ice, only walked out about 50 yds didn't have my gear or a spud. May be ready soon if we get a cold spell pic from Sylvan Beach, NY
(https://i.postimg.cc/tsqGryxX/Oneiada-Lake-jan2021.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsqGryxX)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/tsqGryxX/Oneiada-Lake-jan2021.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsqGryxX)
Picture from Sylvan Beach no one on the ice yet but the lake was frozen as far as I can see as of yesterday. Anyone out yet?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/tsqGryxX/Oneiada-Lake-jan2021.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsqGryxX)
Picture from Sylvan Beach no one on the ice yet but the lake was frozen as far as I can see as of yesterday. Anyone out yet?
Not with any common sense 😉
-
You guys are missing out on a lot of fishing waiting for ice on Oneida... @) @)
Search and you will find
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9Dk60gb/20210112-135856.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9Dk60gb)
-
Not with any common sense 😉
Come on Freddie don't open this can of worms common sense isn't so common these days
-
Agreed like walking on an 1.5” of ice without a spud
-
Search and you will find
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9Dk60gb/20210112-135856.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9Dk60gb)
Agreed
(https://i.postimg.cc/R3SwKNvs/01-D584-C9-C3-B5-42-F9-AAA8-59-F86-D289-C5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3SwKNvs)
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfCkSpWz/C6772757-B307-4832-9034-1499-BD7648-C8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfCkSpWz)
-
Agreed
(https://i.postimg.cc/R3SwKNvs/01-D584-C9-C3-B5-42-F9-AAA8-59-F86-D289-C5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3SwKNvs)
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfCkSpWz/C6772757-B307-4832-9034-1499-BD7648-C8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfCkSpWz)
Awesome 👍🏻 why limit yourself to one body of water
-
You can call the DEC office in Cortland, they will confirm that it is indeed public access. They may ne able to help with the boulders if it is safety hazard.
SeanP
we called the DEC and called the town of west monroe neither is happy someone made a hazard like that
''''
-
nice fred :thumbsup:
-
Thanks Trapp but did I weed through a barrel of dinks , if you want to ice fish you have to go where the ice is , just remember carry your trash back home
-
I took a ride to Big Bay today to check out the access. As I approached where the drain pipe is, an older gentleman was struggling to haul his gear up that 4.5’ high wall that was put in place. I gave him a hand to get his gear to high ground and drug it up the hill to the road for him. I’m in pretty good shape and I struggled a bit getting his gear up that wall. One thing that upset me was that there were people straight out, in the open, walking around, from where that old man was struggling and no one offered to help. Shame on them! 🤬 After walking back down to analyze that wall more.... I can only imagine people slipping and falling, with the potential for some serious injuries happening. I hope more people reach out to the town and DEC to help correct this problem. To all of you who wish to access Big Bay to fish, PLEASE be careful entering and leaving that wall at the access.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj/0-F37-F0-D5-5745-4662-8-EEA-F46-EAA84-D5-F9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV/2-A2-BE581-AEA6-4636-A1-A6-650-C7-FE3683-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt/ACC71-F83-C49-A-4-E8-C-9-B95-3-CBF108-E1377.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK/E8461-A8-D-A9-CA-4-DFC-ACA3-9-B85-E7829154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK)
-
I took a ride to Big Bay today to check out the access. As I approached where the drain pipe is, an older gentleman was struggling to haul his gear up that 4.5’ high wall that was put in place. I gave him a hand to get his gear to high ground and drug it up the hill to the road for him. I’m in pretty good shape and I struggled a bit getting his gear up that wall. One thing that upset me was that there were people straight out, in the open, walking around, from where that old man was struggling and no one offered to help. Shame on them! 🤬 After walking back down to analyze that wall more.... I can only imagine people slipping and falling, with the potential for some serious injuries happening. I hope more people reach out to the town and DEC to help correct this problem. To all of you who wish to access Big Bay to fish, PLEASE be careful entering and leaving that wall at the access.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj/0-F37-F0-D5-5745-4662-8-EEA-F46-EAA84-D5-F9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV/2-A2-BE581-AEA6-4636-A1-A6-650-C7-FE3683-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt/ACC71-F83-C49-A-4-E8-C-9-B95-3-CBF108-E1377.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK/E8461-A8-D-A9-CA-4-DFC-ACA3-9-B85-E7829154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK)
Your a good man. I am sure he appreciated it.
That is quite the step up. Would using planks work?
-
I dont have a dog in this fight but isn't possible the town will make this off limits with all the calls and people pointing out that a person can get injured on town property
-
I took a ride to Big Bay today to check out the access. As I approached where the drain pipe is, an older gentleman was struggling to haul his gear up that 4.5’ high wall that was put in place. I gave him a hand to get his gear to high ground and drug it up the hill to the road for him. I’m in pretty good shape and I struggled a bit getting his gear up that wall. One thing that upset me was that there were people straight out, in the open, walking around, from where that old man was struggling and no one offered to help. Shame on them! 🤬 After walking back down to analyze that wall more.... I can only imagine people slipping and falling, with the potential for some serious injuries happening. I hope more people reach out to the town and DEC to help correct this problem. To all of you who wish to access Big Bay to fish, PLEASE be careful entering and leaving that wall at the access.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj/0-F37-F0-D5-5745-4662-8-EEA-F46-EAA84-D5-F9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV/2-A2-BE581-AEA6-4636-A1-A6-650-C7-FE3683-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt/ACC71-F83-C49-A-4-E8-C-9-B95-3-CBF108-E1377.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK/E8461-A8-D-A9-CA-4-DFC-ACA3-9-B85-E7829154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK)
You sir are a good man and will be rewarded kudos to you 👊🏻
-
I dont have a dog in this fight but isn't possible the town will make this off limits with all the calls and people pointing out that a person can get injured on town property
i don't think so thats a hazard a kid is going to fall and get killed town will rip that out and i am sure question the neighbors ......remeber people pay to park there and they eat and have a drink at the bar that is all tax dollars....not to mention that was where we launched car toppers and if workers have to clean out that culvert
-
DEC has to already know about it. I've seen encon on the ice there checking catch and licenses. Can't tell me they haven't already seen that. Been like that for at least 2 years probably longer.
-
I dont have a dog in this fight but isn't possible the town will make this off limits with all the calls and people pointing out that a person can get injured on town property
Homeowner has no right to build a structure on town property. I get what you're saying but the property owner is wrong. If he had such an issue with lake access he could bring it up at board meetings. If he has and it's been shot down and this is his solution then it needs to be dealt with properly. This is ridiculous. I'm tempted to go down and build a ramp tomorrow and I don't even fish big bay. I just hate people interfering with lawful hunting/fishing. I bet that would get his knickers in a bunch
-
I took a ride to Big Bay today to check out the access. As I approached where the drain pipe is, an older gentleman was struggling to haul his gear up that 4.5’ high wall that was put in place. I gave him a hand to get his gear to high ground and drug it up the hill to the road for him. I’m in pretty good shape and I struggled a bit getting his gear up that wall. One thing that upset me was that there were people straight out, in the open, walking around, from where that old man was struggling and no one offered to help. Shame on them! 🤬 After walking back down to analyze that wall more.... I can only imagine people slipping and falling, with the potential for some serious injuries happening. I hope more people reach out to the town and DEC to help correct this problem. To all of you who wish to access Big Bay to fish, PLEASE be careful entering and leaving that wall at the access.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj/0-F37-F0-D5-5745-4662-8-EEA-F46-EAA84-D5-F9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV/2-A2-BE581-AEA6-4636-A1-A6-650-C7-FE3683-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt/ACC71-F83-C49-A-4-E8-C-9-B95-3-CBF108-E1377.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK/E8461-A8-D-A9-CA-4-DFC-ACA3-9-B85-E7829154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK)
Any report on ice thickness out on Big bay?
-
2 fools out by little island yesterday, my buddy said they were right next to each other spudding their way out. It was open water there 5 days ago, let alone they went "towards" Scriba creek. The ice is not groovy at all, with these 30 degree nights it's A fools errand. I hope they have the airboat gassed up, and the recovery guy has his stuff together.
Also someone told me they did build A ramp off the access spot last year or the year before, to get over that rock wall.
:)
-
Thanks for taking the time to do that KP!
-
Any report on ice thickness out on Big bay?
I didn’t walk out to check ice.. sorry.
-
Thanks KP I understand it is in the hands of someone that knows about such things
👍 I hope this issue can be resolved
I understand the owners getting upset about noise early in the morning and late in the evening , littler , but to just access shouldn’t be an issue , fishermen need to be respectful to just an old farts .02
-
Last year someone built a nice ramp out of skids and 2 x 4 s. but we should be careful building a structure on town property. I know the neihbor did this with no respect to town property, or the people using it. Maybe we the fisherman could talk to the town, and get permision to build a temporary structure until the problem is fixed. Sully...
-
My cousins buddy built that last year to help out us old boys 😃
-
Fished BB yesterday, 6” white hard ice, 50-60 guys out, not to bad of a bluegill bite. Had to work for them but got some big ones, handful 10+”
-
I see a couple of guys off the Beach on the Cam.
-
Here are the pics from mill street , as you can see it goes over the side walk and blocks the west access , tax map shows the property line
(https://i.postimg.cc/CnSqcQmb/7-D7-C7-EB3-9-F44-4-DC1-BA65-5-C5-AB9-D96715.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CnSqcQmb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1xfT94x/93384-F77-C5-E2-40-B5-9829-0656-B1-FEB9-A2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1xfT94x)
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9hTHMXJ/AFF1-FA4-B-A9-BB-4882-8980-AC2332-FEBBDF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9hTHMXJ)
-
Last year someone built a nice ramp out of skids and 2 x 4 s. but we should be careful building a structure on town property. I know the neihbor did this with no respect to town property, or the people using it. Maybe we the fisherman could talk to the town, and get permision to build a temporary structure until the problem is fixed. Sully...
sully maybe were going about this all wrong lets take the gentilman fishing with us and give him his own hole to fish ..... ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/hXrLcCTq/aaaaa.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
I didn’t walk out to check ice.. sorry.
We need to organize a midnight work party to take care of this. I know I guy that has some heavy equipment :whistle:
-
Bring me a compressor, and a 88# jack hammer , no electric crap , about 1-1.5 hrs it will be all set
-
Bring me a compressor, and a 88# jack hammer , no electric crap , about 1-1.5 hrs it will be all set
You must be a beast that jack hammers no joke who’s got a trailered compressor? Let’s make it happen I’ll bring the green vests
-
Bring me a compressor, and a 88# jack hammer , no electric crap , about 1-1.5 hrs it will be all set
Back in the day you would of busted it up with a sledge 😜
-
Trap, Sully is like Clint Eastwood with a 5 gallon bucket! 😂
-
We need to organize a midnight work party to take care of this. I know I guy that has some heavy equipment :whistle:
I got a guy!!😁
-
sully on oneida lake with a bucket is like doc holiday at the OK coral .... i'm yer huckleberry
(https://i.postimg.cc/hJy3kn97/1111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJy3kn97)
you ain't no daisy
-
sully on oneida lake with a bucket is like doc holiday at the OK coral .... i'm yer huckleberry
(https://i.postimg.cc/hJy3kn97/1111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJy3kn97)
you ain't no daisy
lol!
-
jees, wak a guy with a wieghted bucket once, and you earn a rep for the rest of your life ::) ;D
Hey Trapp, I know those people. he's areal piece of work !! Sully...
-
the wife came out yelling at me till she seen i was recording her
-
Long range forecasts are looking promising after this weekend. I'm ready.
-
I took a ride to Big Bay today to check out the access. As I approached where the drain pipe is, an older gentleman was struggling to haul his gear up that 4.5’ high wall that was put in place. I gave him a hand to get his gear to high ground and drug it up the hill to the road for him. I’m in pretty good shape and I struggled a bit getting his gear up that wall. One thing that upset me was that there were people straight out, in the open, walking around, from where that old man was struggling and no one offered to help. Shame on them! 🤬 After walking back down to analyze that wall more.... I can only imagine people slipping and falling, with the potential for some serious injuries happening. I hope more people reach out to the town and DEC to help correct this problem. To all of you who wish to access Big Bay to fish, PLEASE be careful entering and leaving that wall at the access.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj/0-F37-F0-D5-5745-4662-8-EEA-F46-EAA84-D5-F9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bsDwPpBj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV/2-A2-BE581-AEA6-4636-A1-A6-650-C7-FE3683-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w3bjn7FV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt/ACC71-F83-C49-A-4-E8-C-9-B95-3-CBF108-E1377.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G9ppMkPt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK/E8461-A8-D-A9-CA-4-DFC-ACA3-9-B85-E7829154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz2tDjnK)
Is this access at big bay marina? If not could someone tell me what road or street this access is on?
-
Is this access at big bay marina? If not could someone tell me what road or street this access is on?
It is not at Big Bay Marina. It is the access at the end of Kellar road.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vc0ZqksC/D15802-F5-569-D-485-C-8859-7-D5-D6-CC14-B53.png) (https://postimg.cc/vc0ZqksC)
-
looking at main lake i have my doubts the ice we have will hold cracks opening and areas getting dark im guessing it will break up by tmrw
-
Don’t say than man!! Maybe the cold will lock her back up good tonight. 2 guys off the beach now in 5 maybe 10 fow. Must not have been able to take it any more hahahaha
-
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2021/01/dog-falls-through-ice-on-oneida-lake-fire-department-volunteers-to-the-rescue.html
-
watching the 2 guys out on sylvan beach ......guess i got old or something cause i ain't going out on that ,that is stupid s--t right there
-
It is not at Big Bay Marina. It is the access at the end of Kellar road.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vc0ZqksC/D15802-F5-569-D-485-C-8859-7-D5-D6-CC14-B53.png) (https://postimg.cc/vc0ZqksC)
Thanks reeleyz, do you usually just park on the street?
-
Well even if they did go through they might be able to stand up there and keep there lips above water till someone can throw them a rope lol. I’m not sure how deep it is there I never fished that close to shore from the beach
-
Well looks like there's one lone sole on the sylvan beach cams was expecting to see open water when I just checked it not a guy sitting on a bucket
-
if the ice cant hold a dog its not thick enough for this guy
-
how big was the dog????
-
Thanks reeleyz, do you usually just park on the street?
Sent you a PM.
-
how big was the dog????
It was a Golden Poodle named Sully.
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2021/01/dog-falls-through-ice-on-oneida-lake-fire-department-volunteers-to-the-rescue.html
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
was sully a fat golden poodle close to 200 pounds?????
-
was sully a fat golden poodle close to 200 pounds?????
Hey !! I resemble that remark !!
Trapp, when you want to go fishin. Sully...
-
hoping sat i'll bring something to get down that wall with ast year i ended you with a bruse and it's worse this year
-
Hey !! I resemble that remark !!
Trapp, when you want to go fishin. Sully...
Good luck guys I found some I e close to home thanks to icejohn
-
theres an article in SYR. COM about sunfish and crappie in short reducing limit for sunfish to 25 and upping keeper size in some waters on both sunfish and crappie
-
theres an article in SYR. COM about sunfish and crappie in short reducing limit for sunfish to 25 and upping keeper size in some waters on both sunfish and crappie
not a bad idea imho........down here in South Carolina they have reduced limits on multiple species of fish including bream and sunfish and crappie......with the internet taking its toll on fishing pressure, it isn't a bad idea
-
theres an article in SYR. COM about sunfish and crappie in short reducing limit for sunfish to 25 and upping keeper size in some waters on both sunfish and crappie
They have a draft plan out that they're still taking public comments on. Cazenovia and Otisco are a couple lakes in our area that they're looking at as "destination fisheries" with stricter regs to establish a high quality panfish. I personally like it but I know some won't. I've seen some lakes that used to have nice panfish in them get demolished.
-
your joking otisco is nothing but 500 dink blue gills a day thats stupid they should tell people you have to keep 50 small gills before yo can keep 50 good ones...anyone that has fished otisco knows this
-
Just wondering why there isn't more uproar over this dog going onto the ice. You guys on this site pound people for being when ice is unsafe and putting emergency personnel in jeopardy. Shouldn't the dog or the owner bear some responsibility. Just funny how it isnt mentioned. But if it was a human you guys would be all over him. Trapp do you think the dog lost his spud and got into trouble after he turned around?
-
Caz and Otisco do suffer from stunted panfish sizes. I'm not sure if increasing the size limit and or reducing the take home limit will affect those lakes much. As Trap said, you'd have to get rid of the stunted ones somehow first. Either by fishermen taking them, or more predatory fish. I can't say I've ever caught a pickerel in Otisco before. Muskies, yes, but not pickerel, especially in the numbers like Oneida has them in. That would surely help with the stunted growth. People hate pickerel, but fail to realize the effect they have in the ecosystem.
-
Just wondering why there isn't more uproar over this dog going onto the ice. You guys on this site pound people for being when ice is unsafe and putting emergency personnel in jeopardy. Shouldn't the dog or the owner bear some responsibility. Just funny how it isnt mentioned. But if it was a human you guys would be all over him. Trapp do you think the dog lost his spud and got into trouble after he turned around?
the dog dosnt know any better i think people should be smarter then dogs lol , and yes the owner should have kept a better eye on it
-
the dog dosnt know any better i think people should be smarter then dogs lol , and yes the owner should have kept a better eye on it
So who just lets there do chase geese to chase geese. I think it's illegal
-
So either it's a negligent homeowner who let their dog out to crap and it ran away. Or it was someone out walking their dog without a leash. I suppose there is a 3rd option and say Trump had something to do with it! Anyway shouldn't there be more uproar? I think most people on here just like telling people how stupid they are. A dog can't fight back so it's not prey!
-
And I would also bet a rate paycheck that dog is smarter than a lot of peole.
-
the owner was with the dogs the dogs seen geese and chased them ....(thats what dogs do) the owner yelled and yelled one dog turned and came back the other didn't (dogs don't always obey ....cause thier dogs) the home owner seen it with binocuers and called rescue...... i think how many times my beagle didn't find a rabbiit to chase and took up on a deer while i screamed at her or ran out when someone opened the door .... oneida i think the dog is smarter then some of the people in here ....the dog is smart enough to not try to get animal rights activist on a rampage in a sportsman web site
-
agree the dog may be smarter but im def not getting in an uproar about a dog going for a walk ,,,, and brad were did it say dog was chasing geese?
-
ok so the dog was being a dog saw geese and wanted to have fun.....Still no outrage or uproar here lol....
-
Anyone have any ice reports on big bay? I called vern and mikes and he said he heard 6+”. Just wanted to confirm?
-
Anyone have any ice reports on big bay? I called vern and mikes and he said he heard 6+”. Just wanted to confirm?
It's not 6" everywhere. The lowest I found was around 4" towards the crack, more South. There were some areas near there that had discolored snow/ice. I wouldn't venture past that. Most of the general area where the majority of people fish is in the 5-6" of ice.
The bite has been horrible lately. Last 2 trips there (one yesterday), I caught a total of 3 keepers. A lot of dink perch and gills, most others were tight lipped. I must have drilled 30 holes yesterday on top of fishing the 20 that were already open.
-
So animals are off limits but it's ok to go on a tirade at some poor gentlemen for being on oneida before you!
-
I dont care if it was chasing a naked Jennifer Aniston. Doesn't make it right! Unless your father left than we all thought.
-
I dont care if it was chasing a naked Jennifer Aniston. Doesn't make it right! Unless your father left than we all thought.
Gosh, that might get me on that ice too. ;D :o :woot:
-
As old as i am bet I could chase JA. @) @)
And I threw the frisbee for the dog. It was just a doodle dog. ::) ::) ::) ;D ;D
-
Whoa where and when will she be out there I'm ,,,,you think that dog was having fun HAHA.... and where is this tirade u speak of?..... Am I missing something it was a dog being a dog
-
Here we go ::). I’m gonna laugh when this thread gets the old pad lock on it before there’s even any good ice to fish the main lake. Over a dog!! Time to dust off the icefishing friends and more thread
-
I dont care if it was chasing a naked Jennifer Aniston. Doesn't make it right! Unless your father left than we all thought.
?uhmm Jennifer Aniston at the beach at onieda I'm there!!!
-
?uhmm Jennifer Aniston at the beach at onieda I'm there!!!
That Sylvan Beach webcam is going to crash now! ;D
-
theres an article in SYR. COM about sunfish and crappie in short reducing limit for sunfish to 25 and upping keeper size in some waters on both sunfish and crappie
Here is a link to the draft plan.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/panfishplan.pdf (https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/panfishplan.pdf)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZX0fPPN/1-rich-ferguson-goose-dog-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZX0fPPN)
good dog ...good dog it's what dogs do
-
yeah all you goof balls that thought a 25 blue gill limit was good that means jefferson county that means the unlimited perch will be next .....will it hurt you ...you bet it will when those 12 inch perch are seven and you have a 25 fish limit state wide...they'll do perch next
.....no since being out all day to catch 25 gills or perch fr that matter .... the bait shops will all be thanking you nice another hit on the small buisness man during covid ...unbelievable fisherman are dumb
-
yeah all you goof balls that thought a 25 blue gill limit was good that means jefferson county that means the unlimited perch will be next .....will it hurt you ...you bet it will when those 12 inch perch are seven and you have a 25 fish limit state wide...they'll do perch next
.....no since being out all day to catch 25 gills or perch fr that matter .... the bait shops will all be thanking you nice another hit on the small buisness man during covid ...unbelievable fisherman are dumb
Not to mention the effect on perch sales up north. I don't know the history about why Jefferson county is unlimited on perch creel. Are there really that many perch in Jefferson county waters? I know Ontario and St. Lawrence make up a big portion of the perch numbers. I haven't heard too much about the rest of the Jefferson county small waters. I'm thinking it's to draw more fishermen up north too, idk?
-
Oneida has no shortage of gills and sunnies , let’s turn the whole state into dink city, from many years of observing,
If they want to stop the sale just be up front , we had better gills and sunnies on the pond before the limit was established
-
yes i want want have less sex a smaller truck and shorter hunting season and to catch less fish ????????
-
??? You would catch more fish. Bigger fish. I like slot limits. They work. Yes, the down side is you can’t take as many home as you use to.
-
Serious question, did making the crappie limit 9” and 25 fish lead to an over abundance of small crappie?
-
Not all lakes need the same regulations fact
After decades we still have some really big gills and sunnies , and let’s explore the economic value JMO people won’t make the journey
-
Not all lakes need the same regulations
Agreed.
-
I guess it all depends on the water i dont think you would ever see stunted fish on oneida wouldnt complain if perch and other pan fish were at 25 here since currently eye population is very high, not sure about caz and otisco, i hear theres alot of small fish caught does that mean theres stunted fish or is that any decent size fish get harvested quicker in a given area i would think caz and otisco would be big enough not to worry about stunted fish so i would think a size limit would help, I do think they should go by the science and not public input
-
Well a year or 2 with 5 fish limit will help with the eye population , plus boost local economy
-
Serious question, did making the crappie limit 9” and 25 fish lead to an over abundance of small crappie?
go fish the lake in fulton or black lake and see how many shorts you get......where 30 years ago we hammered slobs now you hammer 8 inch fish
-
Agreed frogger but that will never happen
-
??? You would catch more fish. Bigger fish. I like slot limits. They work. Yes, the down side is you can’t take as many home as you use to.
a slot limit on blue gills????? are you stoned??? lets see 1 inch to 6 a keeper 6 to 7 release 7 overkeep :cookoo: please tell me your joking
and i assure you i fish otisco year round you will catch 1000's of 6 inch gills and very very few 7's any one thats fished it will tell you that
-
Well a year or 2 with 5 fish limit will help with the eye population , plus boost local economy
Did this get passed never heard for sure,,,,, also I dont think we had the harvest numbers 30yrs ago as we do now, theres way better equipment elctronics and lake mapping, I can recall before gps and lake maps that i had a number of areas that never got much pressure because people either couldnt find them or didnt know they were there...
-
Trap you think the 6in fish are from over populations or do the 7 inch plus fish get harvested quick as soon as they are big enough,,,,
-
you really can't compare Oneida to years ago it's a put and take fishery and a lot depends on year class coming out of that hatchery now look at the new species zebras sturgeon and the recent white perch explosion which has settled down all factors add to that it has had great management .....i think your doing better today simple because it's a better lake with a lot more walleyes
-
Trap you think the 6in fish are from over populations or do the 7 inch plus fish get harvested quick as soon as they are big enough,,,,
i think the 6 inch fish in the numbers we see are from over population ...... another thing is the environment and the strain a 7 inch blue gill from the river will weight more then a 7 inch blue gill from sandy pond....all limits on panfish is going to do is impact bait shops and sporting good stores and limit the time someone will be fishing....there is no shortages of blue gills and i assure you 100 bluegill fillets don't last long at my house... i think this is just a (lack of words) stupid idea some one that doesn't even fish these waters came up with after reading to many books during the pandemic...it's effected their minds.........where talking bluegills smh..... and i'll tell you something else when i was a kid no one even wanted strawberry bass (crappies) people started fishing for them then selling them they did the same thing what do you fisherman want it went to a 25 limit then 8 inch size later 9 what did this all accompish? a whole lot less crappie fisherman and a economic lose t0 bait shops .... and now you can go to fulton and drive 100 miles to black lake and get a limit of 9 to 10 crappies ....what a waste
-
go fish the lake in fulton or black lake and see how many shorts you get......where 30 years ago we hammered slobs now you hammer 8 inch fish
I hear that the perch in Black Lake are dinks too?
-
it's good because often it's early ice , gills can be ok i never did many big perch that i can remember .....
-
agree never heard much about crappies 30yrs ago ..... oneida has gone threw alot of changes, i will say this and maybe its just "remembering when" but back before lake maps gps i would line the tree wit the tower etc find the spot and not many people would now why i was fishing that area, and even if they did was likely they could find it again, seems like you had to put a lil more time an effort back then, and the minority of guys had the knowledge.....
-
agree never heard much about crappies 30yrs ago ..... oneida has gone threw alot of changes, i will say this and maybe its just "remembering when" but back before lake maps gps i would line the tree wit the tower etc find the spot and not many people would now why i was fishing that area, and even if they did was likely they could find it again, seems like you had to put a lil more time an effort back then, and the minority of guys had the knowledge.....
Still the same way I find the honey hole partner will punch it in his GPS we get to the spot I tell him no 20 more feet this way 15 this way and damn do I find the shelf I'm looking for
-
Did this get passed never heard for sure,,,,, also I dont think we had the harvest numbers 30yrs ago as we do now, theres way better equipment elctronics and lake mapping, I can recall before gps and lake maps that i had a number of areas that never got much pressure because people either couldnt find them or didnt know they were there...
It looks promising far as a limit change
I fished Back in those days , fishing was good from boat and ice
There is an old lake map that is great I own several that’s how we found our way around
Back then
-
Dont know if its going to hold up with the wind they got predicted but starting around wednesday cold temp so theres hope...... Just curious whats people thoughts on slot limit say 15 to 18in keeper size
-
Dont know if its going to hold up with the wind they got predicted but starting around wednesday cold temp so theres hope...... Just curious whats people thoughts on slot limit say 15 to 18in keeper size
In my opinion the walleye fishery on Oneida needs to be opened up. Move the limit to 5 or 6 say but up the min size from 15” to 16/16.5”.
That’s a strong fishery. My 2cents.
-
5 eyes for a year and see what happens ....... slot from 15 to 22 keeper ...... fred that would work for mw what do you say ;D
-
Better wait on changing anything until we see if they continue to rape the lake by not returning any fry. Once done and its easier the second time. I’ve heard several times that Oneida gets hers first and then adjust the other stockings. So much for that. None put back last year.. Save $$$ And don’t place a net this year....
-
Better wait on changing anything until we see if they continue to rape the lake by not returning any fry. Once done and its easier the second time. I’ve heard several times that Oneida gets hers first and then adjust the other stockings. So much for that. None put back last year.. Save $$$ And don’t place a net this year....
I agree if the hatchery on any specific lake they should get fry first
-
Million adult eyes and let’s consider all the 13-14” fish that will be of size and then counted , and let’s add in years of natural spawn , nobody is saying leave the 5 fish rule forever , I’m sure Cornell and DEC will keep a close eye on things , I’m sure they don’t want to lose their cash cow , which normal years it generates between 15-20 million a year, we shall see
-
Any regulation change will be in 2022. 5 eyes is a good probability.
Cornell found that the health of the walleyes this fall was poor. I think it was the worst since the 60s. The main factor was the lack of shad this summer for food. The perch on the other hand were very healthy mainly because they are still gorging on gobies.
-
Perch used to be the main forage for walleyes before shad invasion
-
Any regulation change will be in 2022. 5 eyes is a good probability.
Cornell found that the health of the walleyes this fall was poor. I think it was the worst since the 60s. The main factor was the lack of shad this summer for food. The perch on the other hand were very healthy mainly because they are still gorging on gobies.
This is interesting. What's keeping the eyes from feeding on the gobies? I feel like burbot and wallys would feast on them more so than perch. I remember this summer I was jigging out of my kayak with a soft plastic that resembled a goby and I couldn't keep the drum off it.
-
How's the ice off Lewis Point?
-
ive found that everything eats the gobies,,,,,walleyes to sheepheads
-
Strange. Eyes on Erie gorge on gobies constantly. Puke them up in the livewell even in 50 fow plus
-
ive found that everything eats the gobies,,,,,walleyes to sheepheads
I’ve found very few eyes with gobies in their bellies , that’s hard and soft water , ones that had bait had perch ,buckeyes ,a few with banded kill fish , bullhead fry , perch I've cleaned lots with gobies in them ,
-
oh the eyes eat gobies on onieda but they gorge on the shad when theres big bait balls ,,, in normal fall theres millions of shad and walleyes feast on them did not see that this year
-
walleyes around here are smarter ::)
they wont eat those nasty gobies
-
First time in years walleye bellies were full of perch a lot of times. Came A crossed huge balls of perch minnows like I haven’t seen in forever
-
I’ve found very few eyes with gobies in their bellies , that’s hard and soft water , ones that had bait had perch ,buckeyes ,a few with banded kill fish , bullhead fry , perch I've cleaned lots with gobies in them ,
Agreed. I have only had eyes puke up gobies in my live well 1 time.
-
I’ve only cleaned 1 walleye that had a goby in it. The perch are a different story.
-
If you see the shad population falling off, you will also see the walleye population drop off in the years following. Walleye in Oneida follow the shad cycle.
-
go fish the lake in fulton or black lake and see how many shorts you get......where 30 years ago we hammered slobs now you hammer 8 inch fish
if you are having trouble catching crappie over 8" your doing some thing wrong, I've lived in Fulton for almost 50 years and I fish the lake every year and I get alot of 12 to 14 inch fish and some that are larger
-
I never remember any shad being in oneida lake until the late 70’s. But there were a lot more buckeyes. We caught a lot of eyes from when I started fishing Oneida in 1944\1945 until the shad appeared. Size was 12 inches and 25/day limit. Those days are not remembered by many. I have seen the Sylvan Beach pier lined with fishermen in the spring when the west wind blew, all with stringers full. I think the shad have helped the perch population as the eyes go more to the shad but the eye population was very, very good when there were no shad.
-
I never remember any shad being in oneida lake until the late 70’s. But there were a lot more buckeyes. We caught a lot of eyes from when I started fishing Oneida in 1944\1945 until the shad appeared. Size was 12 inches and 25/day limit. Those days are not remembered by many. I have seen the Sylvan Beach pier lined with fishermen in the spring when the west wind blew, all with stringers full. I think the shad have helped the perch population as the eyes go more to the shad but the eye population was very, very good when there were no shad.
Throw that 12” and 25 a day is insane for a limit.
-
looks like ice is holding on made it through the wind last night,,,,, hope it dosent get a bunch of snow colder temps in the forecast
-
if you are having trouble catching crappie over 8" your doing some thing wrong, I've lived in Fulton for almost 50 years and I fish the lake every year and I get alot of 12 to 14 inch fish and some that are larger
timmy you live on phillips street?
i lived there my hole live i know right where the deep hole is and i can say if i see a couple other people is fishing on that lake a year i'm surprized before the limits i have counted 60 lanterns on the ice in one night from my bedroom window ....those days are long gone ..... you hardly get a crappie fisherman in the creek in the spring
-
oldtimer that is awesome my dad told me stories about the old times ,very similar to what you just said
-
Lots of memories of OL. Night fishing was big when the limits were big. I don’t remember many lights at night when ice fishing. Some guys would do a 10:00 check of their 25 tipups for hangers. Could leave them in nights then. I do remember counting 50 or more boats with lanterns, fishing between 109 and 113. That would be weekdays, weekends upwards to 100. We anchored and fished straight down. Remember well the smell of bugs burning on the coleman lanterns. It was a big deal when they went from one to 2 mantle lanterns. They burned “white”gas. Also know as marine gas. It was unleaded. I’m blessed knowing I went through the best times of lady Oneida.
-
Great stuff, Old timer! Not too many of the original diehards left to tell those stories! Thank You for sharing!!😎
-
timmy you live on phillips street?
i lived there my hole live i know right where the deep hole is and i can say if i see a couple other people is fishing on that lake a year i'm surprized before the limits i have counted 60 lanterns on the ice in one night from my bedroom window ....those days are long gone ..... you hardly get a crappie fisherman in the creek in the spring
i lived on west fourth until I was 12, remember the " salem house", i live on west first now
-
big area just opened up off of dutchmans running towards chapman
-
i lived on west fourth until I was 12, remember the " salem house", i live on west first now
i lived on west forth for many years near tony gigalette and john dover use to rent boats from dings boat house fish all day for 2 bucks lol...lot of nice northers back then too
old timer we night fished fulton and big bay for the strawberrys our camp wasn bernards bay on the north shore ....the owner of the camp grounds passed away ice fishing right out there in his shanty....
-
Great memories and stories guys. I’ve been blessed to have grown up on the shores of Oneida Lake. Such a great place with awesome fishing history.
-
Great memories and stories guys. I’ve been blessed to have grown up on the shores of Oneida Lake. Such a great place with awesome fishing history.
.
Didn't live there full time but spent all my summers from the early 90s on the lake grandparents have always had a place seasonal camp on drive 10 then a house on lestina beach road and now a house on route 49
-
big area just opened up off of dutchmans running towards chapman
Well if the wind keeps up , we know how that goes
-
i think it would be great to meet the old time over a coffee or a beer .... the world has changed so much but good people and good fishing stories are as good today as ever
-
That’s true we can make new ones up when we run out of old ones , who would ever know 🤪
-
We’re fishermen..
We don’t tell fake stories....... ::) ::)
-
I could write so many posts about the “good old days” they would block me. Back then you really had to love ice fishing as it was hard Work. Actually, other than getting into perch, we were more of fish gathers than fishermen. Just tale them off after They had swallowed the minnow and hook. I remember the big debate was whether to hook the minnow through the lips or in back of the dorsal fin.. Now is is what lure and what color.
-
i remeber the lips or the back and a ice shack was plywood no pull alongs ...spoon augers or a old eskimo ....or the spud and we spudded a lot of holes back then .....dacron line and red and white bobbers lol
-
i remeber the lips or the back and a ice shack was plywood no pull alongs ...spoon augers or a old eskimo ....or the spud and we spudded a lot of holes back then .....dacron line and red and white bobbers lol
Great shacks. Never blew away. Wonder we didn’t kill ourselves with the wick style kerosene heaters. None of them were ever locked until snowmobiles came along. My shack always had a bottle of Jaquin’s Ginger Brandy in it. Sometimes I’d get there and there would be just a half bottle left but the next day threre was a full one to take its place.
-
Lots of memories of OL. Night fishing was big when the limits were big. I don’t remember many lights at night when ice fishing. Some guys would do a 10:00 check of their 25 tipups for hangers. Could leave them in nights then. I do remember counting 50 or more boats with lanterns, fishing between 109 and 113. That would be weekdays, weekends upwards to 100. We anchored and fished straight down. Remember well the smell of bugs burning on the coleman lanterns. It was a big deal when they went from one to 2 mantle lanterns. They burned “white”gas. Also know as marine gas. It was unleaded. I’m blessed knowing I went through the best times of lady Oneida.
I fished at night like that with my grandfather out of App's in the 70's, 2 lanterns on shepards hook, full of cooked bugs. Just drop A jig with A worm on it, and catch fish like hell. Limit was 10 per person then I think, and they only had to be 12". We knocked the hell out of them, really would be good to find that groove and do it again. Night fishing walleyes was the deal. Back then the barges in Cleveland were covered in fat sunfish too, we really got into those, my grandfather loved them.
-
big sunfish scale them and cut their heads off lol i remember we took abig square wash tub in the back of the beat up station wagen ....when the tub was full we were done then fish for the week ;D
-
Ginger Brandy. My dad always had a flask of ginger brandy in the shanty to “warm you up”. ;D
-
My brides father and grandfather always had brandy in the boat. He said it was his cure for coughing..... he sure used to cough a lot!!!😁 I found myself coughing from time to time as well!!😂
-
My father and grandfather always had a pint of ginger brandy (each) stashed in their wool bibs!! I still carry on the tradition from time to time but prefer a good rusty nail (scotch and drambuie) now. I still have those (woolrich??) bibs and like to put em on when I can take the wheeler out... man do they get heavy when the water freezes to the legs! I would argue that they are the warmest bibs I own and I have both striker and Ice armor bibs.... or maybe it's just the memories that keep me warm?? The rusty nail helps too of course! Ha
-
not as much open open water east of dutchmans , west of dutchmans looks open, today guessing floating stuff packed in looks like weds should drop into teens then cold temps starting saturday
-
Thanks for the updates onieda 1
-
Just west of Lakeport it looks like it is still locked up but has that dark look to it that says "won't last long".
If the wind and snow can hold off so it can make it to Weds night we might have a chance of fishing here weekend after next.
-
took a ride down lakeshore Rd today most everything iced over in area of williams beach, just took a very short walk infront same 1 to 2 inches there has been with an inch of slush on top surprised me ice was still fairly hard,,,, if it holds should making ice starting weds,,,,,,
-
Supp with beach cam
-
Well a Little it’s rumored that , 3 guys have tried pushing the limit , and took a bath , all ok
-
Well a Little it’s rumored that , 3 guys have tried pushing the limit , and took a bath , all ok
Today or last week?
-
Today or last week?
1 today 2 late last week
-
1 today 2 late last week
Not surprised at all. Not sure where they were but that ice off Contstantia was always through on one whack with the spud when I checked it. Yet there were several people out there. I am glad they are okay.
-
Did you guys by Oneida get hammered with snow? We got around a foot out by the buffalo area that put a hurting on the ice formations out here. Hope not. That lake needs to firm up for you guys.
-
maybe an inch of snow
-
Hey fellas anyone have an idea where I can get a pair of Mickey mouse boots been searching all over the internet no one has a size 13 that's not extra narrow if they have an 13 at all thanks for any help
-
Well that shouldn't effect much. I'm dying to make a trip to Oneida. Might be sooner than here. I'm sure chatauqua got pounded with snow. That's my best option by me to catch some walleye. Fingers crossed. Stay safe everyone.
-
Hey fellas anyone have an idea where I can get a pair of Mickey mouse boots been searching all over the internet no one has a size 13 that's not extra narrow if they have an 13 at all thanks for any help
Have you tried army navy stores? Not sure if they are out your way. There is one out in buffalo. They used to carry them.
-
2 pair14 mediums. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Two-Pair-of-Military-Surplus-Cold-Weather-Micky-Mouse-Boots-Size-14R/114627348430?hash=item1ab05287ce:g:I~cAAOSwS3pfoFf5
-
I just called the army store in buffalo. Closest they had were 14 regular. Might be the same as the eBay ones above.
-
Mickeymouseboots.net
-
Maybe an inch of snow on the ice can see some wet spots not sure if its open water or just slush, the only open water for sure is directly North of Dutchmans the Ten day weather looks good today and Thursday are the only days not dropping into the Teens and come Saturday and past single digits, should make ice fairly quick but will be at least week before shes ready imo
-
Let's hope.
-
getting colder in the next few days, hopefully the ice will be ready in Sylvan Beach area???
-
So going threw winter tackle and saw i was short on size5 raps what a pain to find finally found Fish USA on line and got what i needed
-
So going threw winter tackle and saw i was short on size5 raps what a pain to find finally found Fish USA on line and got what i needed
Check out some of the customs done by lakeshore outfitters up on Lewis point. Def seem to outfish the factory rapala colors. He has them in a size 5 and also some real big ones size 9 I think.
-
Waiting for good ice 0n Oneida. I'm told there is decent ice on Saratoga Lake and most of Sacandaga. Please let us know when ice is good on Oneida.
-
Yes, I agree. Please let us know. It’s been a few years since I’ve fished Oneida.
-
Yes can you please let me know when there is ice.
I don’t feel like driving out there to look.
Could you also include where to park and GPS locations.
Thank you in advance...... @). ;)
-
;D
-
Please include homeowners information for parking. If you have room in your shanty for me to sit and if you are willing to drag my gear out to the desired location of my choice free of charge. I’ll also need it dragged back. Please let us know when there’s safe ice. LOL!
-
between fulton and oswego i had to get out the snowblower still coming down
-
Wow!
I guess I’ll need your services to drag my stuff out then. LMAO
Stay safe!
-
Yes can you please let me know when there is ice.
I don’t feel like driving out there to look.
Could you also include where to park and GPS locations.
Thank you in advance...... @). ;)
Can I get in on this as well Feddie may help us out
-
If your looking for someone on this site to tell you when the first safe ice is your not going to get it. Iv only been fishing Oneida for 8 years but iv learned something. Until the entire lake is safe they won't come on here and tell you where it's safe. It's as much for your own good as it is for them keeping the little bit that is safe less crowded imo. The last 3 years I come on here and see its not safe, bring a boat, blah blah blah. But then look at web cams and see people fishing. So iv learned to take the little bit of info you see, look at the web cams and then risk driving the 2.5 hours it is for me to find out. Iv.never driven out and had to turn around. Just gotta look.
-
Can I get in on this as well Feddie may help us out
Sure you can little buddy...... ;D
-
Yes can you please let me know when there is ice.
I don’t feel like driving out there to look.
Could you also include where to park and GPS locations.
Thank you in advance...... @). ;)
I'll just leave a bucket by my door. Please leave 3 eyes and a few perch in it.
Thanks!
-
I got at least 3" of snow last night about 1 mile north of the lake. That obviously won't help us.
-
Sooooooo, I would have to drill my own holes then ?????
I’m in out I would rather use someone’s else’s drill on my clam plate.
And I assume this is also catered?
-
Hoping that wind keeps up to blow that snow off. Can’t insulate it or we’re screwed.
-
Open the flood gates next weekend with the extended forecast. Here comes buffalo
-
If there's still an opening I'll take some fish too but please clean them first .
Got close to 6" on the south side but the wind is cranking so hopefully it will clean it off.
-
A lot of it is blowing off. There is a big section of open water mid lake from Cleveland all the way to Constantia.
-
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.syracuse.com/living/2021/01/meet-asa-ladd-of-brewerton-who-once-fell-through-the-ice-and-kept-fishing-and-was-shot-in-the-foot-and-kept-hunting.html%3foutputType=amp
-
A lot of it is blowing off. There is a big section of open water mid lake from Cleveland all the way to Constantia.
well end up like last year with sheet ice under the ice
-
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.syracuse.com/living/2021/01/meet-asa-ladd-of-brewerton-who-once-fell-through-the-ice-and-kept-fishing-and-was-shot-in-the-foot-and-kept-hunting.html%3foutputType=amp
Great read!
-
Can I get in on this as well Feddie may help us out
I’m waiting on Bruce 😃
I’ll just take 12 nice perch thanks
For now I’m burning some miles for my fish ,
-
I'll just leave a bucket by my door. Please leave 3 eyes and a few perch in it.
Thanks!
That will be my bucket!! Please call me when those fish show up!!!😜
-
Not Oneida
Burned up some miles today , was a little more selective , nice fish but no 12+“ fish
Kept 20 decent perch
-
Good work Freddie!!😎
-
Good cold snap tonight and no more snow yet, things are looking up.
;)
-
Not very cold this AM 25 at 6:00am, looks like not much snow stayed on lake can see bare spots, only open water that I can see is an area out by 121, im guessing still only about 2in of ice should start to building this weekend .....
-
Looks like more lake effect tomorrow night. Hopefully the wind is good enough to keep it off the lake. It will be close.
I checked Cleveland yesterday and had 1.5".
Nice job Fred!
-
So Fred? Haven’t been on in awhile nice job up North. My real question... you’ve been chasing Jennifer Anniston naked on the beach????? 😀👍
-
Talking about the beach what happen to our cameras
-
I agree what happened to the web camera on the beach
-
So Fred? Haven’t been on in awhile nice job up North. My real question... you’ve been chasing Jennifer Anniston naked on the beach????? 😀👍
For an old fart I run pretty fast when necessary 😜
-
I think I just saw Biden sigh and agree no more cameras.....more to follow🤨
-
What are you going do when you catch her lol
-
What are you going do when you catch her lol
spud spud spud ;D
-
spud spud spud ;D
WT$ lmao
-
I heard an angry local got drunk and shot the cams out the other night with his .357 something about “stop the fish steal”
-
:clap: :roflmao: :roflmao:
spud spud spud ;D
-
I heard an angry local got drunk and shot the cams out the other night with his .357 something about “stop the fish steal”
Damn good shot. That really stinks.
-
Damn good shot. That really stinks.
Imagine his sober shot...
-
saying up to 9in of snow for cny hope we dont get it or at least have some high winds to blow it off lake
-
Fished the north shore yesterday, slow bite. The ice was 5" to 2" in a matter of 40yds. Made it out to 24' seen very few fish on screen. Nice just to get out.
-
Fished the north shore yesterday, slow bite. The ice was 5" to 2" in a matter of 40yds. Made it out to 24' seen very few fish on screen. Nice just to get out.
Thanks for the inside info. Webcam looks like a lot of snow hopefully it doesn't slow things down. Anyone have reports going out of Sylvan? Stay safe!
-
Fished the north shore yesterday, slow bite. The ice was 5" to 2" in a matter of 40yds. Made it out to 24' seen very few fish on screen. Nice just to get out.
Are you willing to say where on the north shore you went out of?
-
The heavy snow is just north of the lake right now. The wind forecast I see for tonight looks like WNW which is normally a bullseye on the lake. Let’s hope it stays where it is all night long or goes well south. It’s not looking great.
-
south shore isn't getting hit as bad
-
Just came through Brewerton in 81 headed north. Brewerton was clear. Central Square to Parish was snowing really good. Quite a few cars off the road.
-
It’s about to whip south. Let’s hope it stays there for good!
-
Was nice up north , took the long ride today , weather was pleasant , light winds ,
Managed to land 1 fair LL , buggered 3 more , well at least no skunk
(https://i.postimg.cc/341zTkKR/A0-FBC6-F5-C349-4-E59-9-CAE-F5-C9-D641-B463.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/341zTkKR)
-
Awesome LL, filet!
-
Nice job Fred..... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
Great fish Fred!
-
no catch and release on that fish ......thats dinner ^5
-
Can't agree more! Only if he shares ;)
-
Lake effect is on south shore
-
Planning on getting on Oneida this coming week
, providing no extra snow , 👍
-
We only got 3-4 inches (snow) here in town bud, I don't think it will be too bad. Probably A lot of crazy fools out there on machines this weekend.
:)
-
Nice fish F&R....h2l
-
It was coming down pretty good last night. Had to drive to Cicero and back around 7:00pm. Traffic was moving around 20-30 mph on 81. Multiple cars off the road. Looks like 6-7 inches total at my house. I would think ice conditions will improve this week. I didn’t see any big snow events in the 10 day forecast just cold temps
-
got about 10" here in west monroe. I'm less than a mile from the lake. Sully...
-
Nice fish Fred.
-
anywhere from 2 to 8 in of snow with drifting, slushy in spots this snow did not help hopefully gets blown off
-
I agree. The wind has been whipping here on the north shore pretty good all day. Should get rid of a decent amount of it
-
It don’t seem like the snow helped any but it don’t seem like it really is hurting it neither. Really light and fluffy. Be different if we were around 30*. Seems to blow around easy enough.
Tight lines
Perchin
-
Yeah it actually filled all the pressure cracks in and with this cold should set things up nice for a while. Light fluffy snow no real issues. Be nice if enough ice is built to make it to the end of walleye season this year or better yet that late March perch fest
-
those pressure cracks are right there still
-
Dont know about them. No ice in sodus to see. May have to go north or something.
-
Not sure about west half of the lake the east sides in very good shape the couple spots I fished. Still pritty thin is all. Anything can still happen but things are heading in the right direction
-
The 4 year old practicing for his first year ice fishing haaa
(https://i.postimg.cc/MvjN4XrH/20210123-164352.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MvjN4XrH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/t1DMP67S/20210123-164319.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t1DMP67S)
-
few guys out here and there i tried making to one of my spots the ice went from 5in to 2in about 25yards 3/4 mile out, and i turned around
-
sylvan beach web cams are still down
-
Crazy how many people are at Lewis Point, people parked all over even in front of no parking signs. Almost ran over a guys pail trying to get to our house must have had electronics in it because he moved it pretty quickly.
-
Amazing what a fish (maybe) will make a man do !!!!
-
Smart move. onieda1 no fish is wrth a swim. Thanks for the heads up
-
Hey oneida1...where was that spot?
-
Gotta say, I went to fish big bay off of Kellar rd. and that drop off is bull poop. I didn't even try to fish there with the wife and 3 kids. I don't remember it being like that the last time I fished out there.
-
One good thing in my area most snow either blew off or got slushy and froze up
-
Gotta say, I went to fish big bay off of Kellar rd. and that drop off is bull poop. I didn't even try to fish there with the wife and 3 kids. I don't remember it being like that the last time I fished out there.
call the west monro town super and complain
-
Has anyone been out by grassy or dakin shoal yet? Was hoping to get out there with an atv next weekend if it’s possible
-
Has anyone been out by grassy or dakin shoal yet? Was hoping to get out there with an atv next weekend if it’s possible
I did not see anyone out at either spot this weekend.
There was open water on the south side of Grassy and around Dakin yesterday. No joke, it was waves.
-
Ok Thankyou very much for the reply. Good luck and tight lines!
-
Has anyone been out by grassy or dakin shoal yet? Was hoping to get out there with an atv next weekend if it’s possible
People are reporting that the ice is dangerous for walking in spots....I wouldn't be thinking about taking an atv out. But I'm not your mother. You do you. I'm sure there will be snowmobiles flying across out there if there aren't already.
Be safe folks.
-
My buddy went out by Taft bay this afternoon. He was on 4 inches of ice then ice went from 4 inches to 1 inch in a matter of feet. His spud popped through and he turned around took 3 steps and went through up to his armpits in at least 16 feet of water. He got out then went through again 20 feet from the first spot. Thank god he got out again and made it to shore. Gonna be a bit until the ice is a little more uniform. Be patient guys as hard as it is
-
Sorry to hear XC 600 , wasn’t me as I went north had 1 nice LL on and opps gone 😜
Thanks for the heads up Bruce , think I’ll come done mid week and try somewhere with spud in hand , a bud sent me some pics of some nice perch and a limit of eyes
-
My buddy went out by Taft bay this afternoon. He was on 4 inches of ice then ice went from 4 inches to 1 inch in a matter of feet. His spud popped through and he turned around took 3 steps and went through up to his armpits in at least 16 feet of water. He got out then went through again 20 feet from the first spot. Thank god he got out again and made it to shore. Gonna be a bit until the ice is a little more uniform. Be patient guys as hard as it is
Thats about what i found today but stayed on top i was on 4 to 5 in and it got thin quick to about 2in
-
Spudded my out to 16 fow on the east end, Lady Oneida was kind. Drilled one set of holes and never had to move. The Ice was uniform where I was, but I took no chances. Float suit, ice pics and a spud are highly recommended . Walking was pretty good, way better than I expected, yesterdays slush froze and a ton of snow piled up at the shore, but once you gpt past that 100 yards or so it was 50 percent glare ice. Final tally was 15 Jumbos, 3 keeper eyes and at least 20 between 13.5 and 14.5. Good for next year I suppose.
Funny story, Before I had a single keeper eye I hooked up with a dandy for Oneida, 4 lbs Id wager. Had it on a #3 Rap that I regretfully didnt swap out the treble .... well I had the beast half way out of the hole when the hook straightened and went into the roof. I dove after her, went elbow deep, knocked my minnow bucket over, burnt my Bibs on the heater and lost the fish ::) ::) I honestly wish someone was with me, Release would have laughed so hard they would hear him on the west end ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/m17Y37nd/20210124-145103.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/m17Y37nd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fJj7Jjmy/20210124-171649.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJj7Jjmy)
-
Looks like a great day on the water! Your story about the big one got a chuckle out of me too. Definitely been there before. Always seems like all hell breaks loose when the big one is on
-
😂 that’s awesome Eddie! The ol wet arm. I been there a time or 2. Glad you got out and found some biters!
-
That is some scary stuff Bobby. I am glad he is okay!
Nice fish DD.
-
Took a ride to Sylvan Beach today see enclosed Pic, about 13 shanties out to around 20 ft, talked to one of the guys and the ice is 3.5 to 4 inches, marked lots of fish but little luck, will be ready in a few days with this cold can't wait
(https://i.postimg.cc/CZgq3Skb/Oneida-Lake-1-24-21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZgq3Skb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/v1tVMktk/Oneida-Lake-1-24-21-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v1tVMktk)
-
Spudded my out to 16 fow on the east end, Lady Oneida was kind. Drilled one set of holes and never had to move. The Ice was uniform where I was, but I took no chances. Float suit, ice pics and a spud are highly recommended . Walking was pretty good, way better than I expected, yesterdays slush froze and a ton of snow piled up at the shore, but once you gpt past that 100 yards or so it was 50 percent glare ice. Final tally was 15 Jumbos, 3 keeper eyes and at least 20 between 13.5 and 14.5. Good for next year I suppose.
Funny story, Before I had a single keeper eye I hooked up with a dandy for Oneida, 4 lbs Id wager. Had it on a #3 Rap that I regretfully didnt swap out the treble .... well I had the beast half way out of the hole when the hook straightened and went into the roof. I dove after her, went elbow deep, knocked my minnow bucket over, burnt my Bibs on the heater and lost the fish ::) ::) I honestly wish someone was with me, Release would have laughed so hard they would hear him on the west end ;D
Nice catch
-
Well done Eddy 🎣🕳 Sometime Eddy I’ll tell you some good ones about release
Tipping your minnows over losing the fish that’s funny sht but burning your bibs or shack isn’t
-
Nice job Ed.
-
hey eddie has to get in a little trouble when he goes fishing!!!! good job tho ,glad you had fun man
-
Good story DD. Good to know this kind of stuff happens to other guys besides me :)
Nice fish
-
-2 this morning at 530am. South shore
-
Pretty sure the person running the sylvan cams is a fisherman.. ::) ::)
He didn’t want people to see if there’s ice out there... ;) ;D
-
I can't imagine running sleds or ATVs safely out there anytime soon. I went to Chapman on saturday afternoon to recon and it was 3" near shore and <50 yards out it was soft slushy and 1". Turned around and followed my tracks back. Lots of cracks and wet slushy spots.
This cold snap will be good, but it's still early ice.
-
Good report on Chapman, Thank you Fly_ Rodder
-
Yeh ditto to that Chapman report good info. Risky at best in most spots. Personally I'm gonna give it another week things should be much better by then. Lots of time left this winter to fish.
-
You would think people would know better but they where out of Williams yesterday on 4 wheelers and sleds. I spudded out Saturday and it was solid 4" out to east of the islands. It has been packed the last week not sure if any body has been catching anything I did ok yesterday. Hopefully by the weekend it gets a little thicker.
Kevin
-
Please be careful there was a big open patch of water at the west end of the lake between the islands and the north shore.
You can see the big black spot on the satellite images https://coastwatch.glerl.noaa.gov/modis/modis.php?region=o&page=1 (https://coastwatch.glerl.noaa.gov/modis/modis.php?region=o&page=1). It may freeze thicker there after the cold snap we are having as there is no snow on top to insulate it.
-
Sent email to sylvanbeachny.com about the cameras and they are sending a technician to fix them as the email said, passing along :) :) :)
-
I am pretty new to fishing oneida. Not looking for any GPS coordinates but does anyone have any advice on good spots to park and get on the ice? and a general idea of where I might have good luck catching some walleyes? I have fished there a handful of times over the past few years. Usually in about 35 feet of water. Caught some nice jumbo perch and even a sturgeon but no luck on walleyes. Jigging with spoons and minnows, Had tip ups set with minnows at various depths.
-
I will believe that when I can see Jennifer Aniston lounging on the beach or perhaps Bernie Sander sitting in a chair with his arms crossed and brown mittens on his hands.
-
Hey Sandy Fisherman, there are several parks and boat launches on the lake that have a bit of parking. South Shore Boat Launch, Chapman Park, Williams Park, Taft Bay Park, Godfrey Point State Boat Launch, North Bay (edge water), Sylvan Beach, Jewel State Fishing Access, and a few others. Look at map to finds these spots. Some will fill up with vehicles quickly when the fish are biting nearby.
-
I took the youngest for a quick trip tonight for training. He passed. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4/D6730402-8386-4578-A368-12-E042-D11-AFD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4)
-
I took the youngest for a quick trip tonight for training. He passed. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4/D6730402-8386-4578-A368-12-E042-D11-AFD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4)
That’s good work young man!
-
Well that looks like we got an up and coming walleye master in the making , good job DD
I see a wheeler dropped in around the Constantia area ,
-
I took the youngest for a quick trip tonight for training. He passed. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4/D6730402-8386-4578-A368-12-E042-D11-AFD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4)
very nice congrats
-
thurseday - sunday looks like it will make some ice hope we get the low end of forecasted snow tmrw and the wind does its job,,,,
-
Thanks everyone, and to the network of trustowrthy friends that gave me honest reports of Ice conditions. The lake froze uneven, thats the honest truth, there is some solid ice, maybe 20 percent of the lake total.
If you dont take precautions you are going to be in serious trouble.
Bruce, I love that pic man😎
-
Bruce great job on the fish and time with the kid that's what it's all about
-
I took the youngest for a quick trip tonight for training. He passed. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4/D6730402-8386-4578-A368-12-E042-D11-AFD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqKhmmW4)
kinda looks like you pass to good dad work right there mister :thumbsup:
-
Good work, Eddie!
The kid is a natural, Bruce!! Good job little man!!🎣🕳
-
New here to the oneida lake diehards page. Just had to say awesome pic of the youngster!! My main fishing partner is my son, a bit older at 15. Hoping to get out there maybe this weekend or next. The reports of sketchy ice make me nervous as I dont know oneida but looking forward to trying to figure it out!
-
Great story, DD! And nice fish.
That's awesome with your youngest, Bruce. Congrats!
-
New here to the oneida lake diehards page. Just had to say awesome pic of the youngster!! My main fishing partner is my son, a bit older at 15. Hoping to get out there maybe this weekend or next. The reports of sketchy ice make me nervous as I dont know oneida but looking forward to trying to figure it out!
I’m in the same boat Mike. Been doing a lot of reading and driving around Oneida the last few weeks. Hopefully sooner than later
-
Went out late Saturday from south shore and had 4-5" everywhere I drilled. Have to imagine even better now. Bite for me was light but managed 10 perch and one keeper 'eye. All the perch came on live bait or pimple with buckeyes but the walleye came on waxies- ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/vxwvyjdH/20210123-133111.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vxwvyjdH)
-
Wow, those perch are chunks! Great pics guys! Glad to see kids learning how to get it done also :)
-
Walked out of Borio's this afternoon. Found 4-6" of good ice everywhere I drilled. Ended up with 10 nice perch. Nice day to fish.
-
Great job lil Reeleyez!! That pic is great!!
-
Nice job Bruce. Kid is going to ne an Oneida Lake legend.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TLSBCw4h/0125211653.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TLSBCw4h)
1 mile off Williams tonight..new ice to the right. Good bite from 5 till 6:30. I hope the snow stays off it for next weekend. Definitely more soild on the south shore than the north. Nice day to be out..
-
Nice pic hrdcore. That was part of that big stretch of open water on Saturday.
-
Is there any public access from Fremac Marina?
-
Closest is Chapman
-
I see theres no Oneida Page this year, feel free to post info or ask questions here, hope you all have a great ice season.
yes
-
was gonna go up there this weekend for the first time and i was thinking just find a bay off lake.is there any areas better for eyes?
-
was gonna go up there this weekend for the first time and i was thinking just find a bay off lake.is there any areas better for eyes?
-
Closest is Chapman
Have you fished out of South Shore Launch?
-
was gonna go up there this weekend for the first time and i was thinking just find a bay off lake.is there any areas better for eyes?
Best bet is to contact one of the local bait shops. Try App's or Lakeside Outfitters. Also check out some previous year's posts for more detailed info.
-
tried making out sunday but ran into thin 1/2 mile out
-
How much snow is there on the lake? Thanks
-
Went to Lewis Point this afternoon 1:30 - 3:30, more of a recon mission. 1 Keeper eye in 27 fow that went back. Nephew and his buddy stuck it out for a couple more hours and BAM. 4 keeper eyes, about a dozen shorts, and 8 perch. Crossed the pressure crack to the east there but got across good. 5 inches of ice as most are reporting from what I can see here. Snow blowing off for the most part, but drifting up in others spots maybe up to 6" deep. Hard to say how much snow cover, walk 20' on bare ice then 20' through drifts, you know.
-
Awesome thanks for the info
-
Spot on with the report thanks
-
You bet guys...tight lines!
-
Thanks for the report. Hoping to make my first trip this year Thursday or Friday.
-
Any reports from the north shore? Rented a cottage in Constanta for the weekend but hears the ice is a bit sketchier over that way.
-
Jomat how much for the rented cabin if u dont mind me asking
-
Any reports from the north shore? Rented a cottage in Constanta for the weekend but hears the ice is a bit sketchier over that way.
A guy put a wheeler through day before yesterday out from mill street , , so use your spud , as the ice isn’t consistent,
-
How much snow has ended up there so far with this storm?
-
How much snow has ended up there so far with this storm?
5"-6" in Constantia 1 mile north of the lake. It looks like it is done snowing here.
-
5"-6" in Constantia 1 mile north of the lake. It looks like it is done snowing here.
Thanks
-
guessing total 7 inches here in fulton
-
Jomat how much for the rented cabin if u dont mind me asking
130$ a night. After fees turns out to be a little over 300$ for the weekend. Worth it to me to have lakefront access and isolation.
-
Spudded my out to 16 fow on the east end, Lady Oneida was kind. Drilled one set of holes and never had to move. The Ice was uniform where I was, but I took no chances. Float suit, ice pics and a spud are highly recommended . Walking was pretty good, way better than I expected, yesterdays slush froze and a ton of snow piled up at the shore, but once you gpt past that 100 yards or so it was 50 percent glare ice. Final tally was 15 Jumbos, 3 keeper eyes and at least 20 between 13.5 and 14.5. Good for next year I suppose.
Funny story, Before I had a single keeper eye I hooked up with a dandy for Oneida, 4 lbs Id wager. Had it on a #3 Rap that I regretfully didnt swap out the treble .... well I had the beast half way out of the hole when the hook straightened and went into the roof. I dove after her, went elbow deep, knocked my minnow bucket over, burnt my Bibs on the heater and lost the fish ::) ::) I honestly wish someone was with me, Release would have laughed so hard they would hear him on the west end ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/m17Y37nd/20210124-145103.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/m17Y37nd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fJj7Jjmy/20210124-171649.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJj7Jjmy)
Now Eddy, that’s a “Boggeyesque “ short story if I ever heard one. You did learn something from me eh? STORYTELLING
-
ice still varies found 4-6 today
-
How is the snow on the ice around apps landing or by bernhards bay. i will be up this weekend and will be leaving the wheeler at home and bringing my son. Seen reports of sketchy ice so figured that would be best. Our otter flip over is tough to drag in snow but a breeze on bare ice and just wondering if i should bring jet sled and pop up instead? thanks in advance
-
How is the snow on the ice around apps landing or by bernhards bay. i will be up this weekend and will be leaving the wheeler at home and bringing my son. Seen reports of sketchy ice so figured that would be best. Our otter flip over is tough to drag in snow but a breeze on bare ice and just wondering if i should bring jet sled and pop up instead? thanks in advance
about 18posts up there's a report
-
yea that report is for lewis point and was not sure if it was worse or better on north side of lake
-
Be careful out of Lewis pt. Just watched a guy walking go in to his waist 100 yards from shore on the flag pole side. He looked to be ok, turned around and headed back when he got out.
You never know. I’m sitting on 7” of ice and there’s a guy fishing the channel with a snowmobile
-
theres a couple shantys set up on the chapman cam
-
The one guy hasn’t moved in a while. Probably killing them out there.
-
Can someone post a link to the Chapman cam thanks
-
Can someone post a link to the Chapman cam thanks
http://oneidalakeassociation.org/ (http://oneidalakeassociation.org/)
Click on the Town of Sullivan web cam link.
-
http://oneidalakeassociation.org/ (http://oneidalakeassociation.org/)
Click on the Town of Sullivan web cam link.
I’m such an outsider, I was scouring the webcam list looking for “Chapman’s”
-
Looking for some information on Oneida. Going to try and rent a cottage for a week/weekend. I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations on areas on the lake to look at, or even particular houses. There will be a few of us, the guys annual ice fishing trip. Please PM me, any info is greatly appreciated!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDfYvBFm/Screenshot-20210127-165206-2.png) (https://postimg.cc/WDfYvBFm)
I wasn't going to post this but with the amount of people asking about the North Shore this is what I found off Mill St Monday afternoon..a picture is worth a thousand words..
-
Thanks Bruce figured you would be the one to reply
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDfYvBFm/Screenshot-20210127-165206-2.png) (https://postimg.cc/WDfYvBFm)
I wasn't going to post this but with the amount of people asking about the North Shore this is what I found off Mill St Monday afternoon..a picture is worth a thousand words..
Wow! That's where I was planning on heading tommorow. How far out were you?
-
Looks like he was about half mile out if the picture of his navionics is correct.
-
sandyfisherman534,
That capture pretty much has, the details. ???
-
Hey everyone. Hate to say it but lost a brand new first lite jacket off Lewis first thing this morning. Still has tags on it. If anyone found it could you send me a PM?
On a side note...the fish was pretty slow and only ended up with a couple perch. Ice was 5-7 inches everywhere I drilled.
Tight lines everyone!
-
Wow! That's where I was planning on heading tommorow. How far out were you?
Got to the 1st island and choose not to go further..getting that far was a challenge..once I got over deeper water it got sketchy.. Let me know how you do..ill be back Friday Afternoon to fish somewhere on the lake
-
Thanks hdrcore but you chose to set up and fish on that “sketchy” ice! Must be good to go!!😂
-
Wow! That's where I was planning on heading tommorow. How far out were you?
Picture says a half mile wasn’t crazy hard to figure out and if you have a small sense of direction the spot he fished was given up also :-\
-
Driving home yesterday... Josh and I saw a shack setup near the channel in Brewerton....😬 that area literally froze up a few days ago.
-
Driving home yesterday... Josh and I saw a shack setup near the channel in Brewerton....😬 that area literally froze up a few days ago.
Yes Larry I saw the same thing !! My guess is who ever that was didn't have a clue where he was, or how dangerous it was. Sully...
-
people scare me
-
I went out of Lewis last Tuesday and there was someone in the middle of lake. I gotta believe he came in from north shore. I was only on 4” give or take in 25ish fow. I couldn’t believe it.
-
Nobody on the Chapman cam this morning.....has anyone tried to access over there?
-
Nobody on the Chapman cam this morning.....has anyone tried to access over there?
theres a couple shacks out there now
-
Windy out here , dam wind no fish yet
(https://i.postimg.cc/1ffQKpzs/IMG-20210128-124829.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1ffQKpzs)
-
I'm planning to head out of Constantia on Saturday. Thank you to those who have reported recent conditions. Ice sounds marginal but I'm hopeful this cold snap will help buil more ice before then. Looking forward to more condition reports. Will post how I do :tipup:
-
Same story every year on here about gas pockets and unsafe ice and pressure cracks. You've never seen pressure cracks or shove ice until you ice fish lake erie Lake is covered and weve had a good stretch of cold weather so ill be making the trip. I'll just walk this time unless I see with my own eyes
-
Went out off Sylvan Beach this morning. Spudded out to 21' and bounced around a bit. Didn't find any trouble spots, about 4" snow on the ice, I had 5 to 6 inches of ice each hole drilled. Mostly shorts, few perch and lost a couple keepers at the hole. Nice till it got windy.
-
Hey everyone. Hate to say it but lost a brand new first lite jacket off Lewis first thing this morning. Still has tags on it. If anyone found it could you send me a PM?
On a side note...the fish was pretty slow and only ended up with a couple perch. Ice was 5-7 inches everywhere I drilled.
Ooff. That's rough. Love my Firstlite. crap ain't cheap. Hope somebody finds it for you
Tight lines everyone!
-
hows it looking off of lewis point heading up saturday?
-
hows it looking off of lewis point heading up saturday?
(https://i.postimg.cc/67DV9Z63/IMG-20210128-164231.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67DV9Z63) 430pm lewis pt, crack off to the right took a couple people for a dip today . Watch 1 guy spud the crack then walked where he just hit the ice . Not for nothing LMFAO 😂. He got out ok . As I passed by he told me to look out for it , and he went in the same crack going out in the morning..... ::)
Couple perch and short eyes. Stupid wind
-
I’m baaack haven’t been out yet this year how’s the crowd been at Chapman park
-
I’m baaack haven’t been out yet this year how’s the crowd been at Chapman park
non-existence, ice hasn't been good so far.
-
Headed north yesterday, bite was slow for me to even went to the smallest stuff I had , kept 18 perch and no jumbos , and this nasty weed trout 😡
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zVDbxXq/65-A78943-D84-B-4-FBA-8-BF0-C80-DAF3-CC8-CA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zVDbxXq)
-
Bet you didn’t spend to much time out of the shanty yesterday.
-
Bet you didn’t spend to much time out of the shanty yesterday.
No sir it was nippy , I rarely leave the shack , it was so nice inside goon came over , and woke me up as he was 50’ from me he could hear me snoring 😜
-
You need a recliner for that shack. Nice bass.
-
LOL I wouldn’t get any fishing in then
Nice flats guys
-
the kids are finally getting out of stay at home lockdown from school possible exposure! :) been home10 days without being able to leave the house LOL. they want to go ice fishing and wondering were a good spot to access Oneida is and put they on some fish we plan to head out Sunday morning for some fun for eyes and crappie if anyone has any suggestion would be first time out on Oneida over ice!
Thanks for any suggestions!!
-
Chapman cam showing a bunch of shacks out there. Anyone have any info on ice thickness?
-
Chapman cam showing a bunch of shacks out there. Anyone have any info on ice thickness?
I am curious as well. a bunch of people but dont see any machines yet
-
Wind has kept the snow down pretty good , ice has seemed to build steady since Sunday, i found 5 to 7 in yesterday afternoon....
-
I drove in to check Chapmans yesterday and two snowmobiles out quite a ways and half a dozen walkers.
Didn't check ice - just saying what I saw.
If I had to guess - there will be machines out and about this weekend.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB/received-236824308005278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2/received-473567097362853.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2)
Another one down in Constantia, I guess they thought we made ice under that snow.
-
Anyone fishing out of Williams Park? Out to the islands?
-
It could have been worse , Tim thanks for posting
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB/received-236824308005278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2/received-473567097362853.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2)
-
The shore behind Circle K in Constantia is just bad, drifting snow and slush is melting the little bit of ice there. Not to mention it seems people like to try their luck, and head right towards the creek. It's worth the wait, and we are supposed to get a bit more tonight. Recovery guy is gonna kill it again this year.
-
It could have been worse , Tim thanks for posting
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB/received-236824308005278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2/received-473567097362853.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2)
I can’t believe they even attempted it there. At least it wasn’t too bad.
-
Looks to me like a slush pocket probably caused by pressure cracks that are always out of that area together with a large utv pulling 2 huts with more than 1 person on board . Aka user error
-
Is there any reports on Valentine Beach. Is there anything to be concerned about going out of there
-
Anyone fishing out of Williams Park? Out to the islands?
Yes..
-
Valentine Beach you mean where coopers use to be ? its all Condos and housing now ,,,or you means williams park??? the park should be fine North of islands maybe iffy parking will fill in fast on weekend
-
Thank you very much. A friend wants to try a new spot. I’m sure I described it wrong
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB/received-236824308005278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBwpTtvB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2/received-473567097362853.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThmLL5c2)
Another one down in Constantia, I guess they thought we made ice under that snow.
Wow. Sometimes your just bound and determined to fish no matter the cost. Lol I hope every one got out/away ok.
I went outa Lewis yesterday. Didn’t do well at all. I felt comfortable with the ice. A buddy put his foot thru the pressure crack after I crossed in same spot. Careful fellas.
Tight lines perchin
-
We carefully ventured out of Constantia yesterday,
There was some slushy spots under the snow for sure,
mostly 3-5" of not really great/black ice
fished 18', marked a couple,
no action....500 yards out, were the only ones out there...
first time posting...
-
Going to William's park this upcoming week hows it looking over on that side ?
Also I would like to get a oneida lake diehards sticker how do I get one ?
-
Be careful HVAC be careful I know this sounds like a terrible thing to say, but I never like to be the first one out there . And I certainly don't want any one else to take a chance just for me. Just sayin I'll go where others have already.
-
I was the lone wolf out passed the islands at Williams It got thin quick drilled through 3.5 inches backed up towards the island to 5”. One eye only mark for two hours be careful out there.
-
Going to William's park this upcoming week hows it looking over on that side ?
Also I would like to get a oneida lake diehards sticker how do I get one ?
Go to FB for the cryhard stickers!!! Best of luck fishing!!
-
Yes..
Thanks.
Fished Williams 6-12 today. About 2/3 out to nearest island. 7" measured. Horrible slow bite.
-
Ok thanks for the info from everyone
-
Valentine Beach you mean where coopers use to be ? its all Condos and housing now ,,,or you means williams park??? the park should be fine North of islands maybe iffy parking will fill in fast on weekend
Valentine's Beach was a bar located a couple tenths of a mile just east of William's that closed in the late 90's and was remodeled into a private residence.
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Go to FB for the cryhard stickers!!! Best of luck fishing!!
Jeez I get it 😜
-
Jeez I get it 😜
Damn auto-correct!!!😁
-
Fished out of Chapman today. Got my girlfriend on the eyes. She pulled up this beauty for her first fish ever. 8 inches of ice measured where I was. Machines were out. Planning on bringing the wheeler tomorrow. Be safe y’all!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/dLCPrpCR/D75-B0-FF6-F8-CC-40-E2-A775-2-E49-F6-E8316-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLCPrpCR)
-
Fished out of Cleveland today 7-11 , tough bite, 7 eyes all under 12" and one nice perch, buddy got one undersized eye. 8 inches of ice measured, wheelers and sleds out with no problems...
-
Fished east of Chapman in 23-28fow. Had a lot of lookers and was able to get 4 keeper eyes and a couple dozen shorts between 2 guys. Ice was 6-7 inches where we were. Gold Swedish pimple with a whole minnow was working.
-
First trip out for me this afternoon. Was off the north shore for the evening bite. First hour was slow then the eyes showed up. Had a blast. It was great to finally get out and on the eyes. Ice was 5 1/2 to 6 inches where I was. measured it with a tape.
-
Fished off of apps this afternoon.. caught probably 15 shorts and only brought home 2 jumbo perch.. couldn't find any keeper eyes.. wheelers and sleds out.. ice was about 6 inches everywhere i drilled
-
Jeez I get it 😜
😂😂😂
-
Got out the last 2 days. Everywhere i drilled 6-8 inches. Ran sled. Good to get back out on oneida and not have to walk. Stayed on same holes all day. Just enough action to keep me. Never seen so many shorts as i have the last 2 days.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3y5xbrgB/20210130-165418.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3y5xbrgB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/hh5g5Pnd/20210130-172323.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hh5g5Pnd)
-
Fished out of apps the last 2 hours of light , buddy and I hole hopped a couple times only managed a couple barily short eyes but the jumbo perch all over 10inch kept us busy, took home 30 perch , they really liked raps tipped with eyeballs or caty jigs tipped with eyeballs or wigglers , fished 24-27'
-
Fished out of Chapman today. Got my girlfriend on the eyes. She pulled up this beauty for her first fish ever. 8 inches of ice measured where I was. Machines were out. Planning on bringing the wheeler tomorrow. Be safe y’all!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/dLCPrpCR/D75-B0-FF6-F8-CC-40-E2-A775-2-E49-F6-E8316-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLCPrpCR)
good job kid.....keep the reports coming.........missing my ice badly
-
Fished outa constantia saturday. 4 to 5 inches of ice, a few holes had closer to three inches. 24 feet of water and no perch to be seen. We caught one eye and one perch btwn the three of us. Oh well atleast it was comfortable out there. :tipup:
-
Is there parking allowed on Lewis point road or better off at one of the South Bay marinas?
-
Parking area at the end of Lewis Point Rd. Fills up fast on the weekends, was there yesterday at 4:50AM and lor was full by 5:15 AM.
-
Being that I’m half hour east of Albany my chances at Lewis point are slim to none. Is there anywhere else in that southeast Corner that can be recommended for access or should I go to the Verona beach launch
-
Verona Beach is a good choice, plenty of parking. More of a walk to decent fishing grounds, but do-able. Did the long walk last year once myself, but the limit of eyes and 7 jumbos took the sting out of the hike. LOL
-
Actually staying in Verona this upcoming Thursday-Monday. Been studying Navionics and past reports so I think I have an okay idea of what to try and do. Will be machine less so I’m expecting long walks to some areas. My question is does that channel coming into Oneida around Slyvan beach trash the ice there? Pretty sure I’ll be dragging directly from where I’m staying at Verona beach right onto the ice. Just want an idea how much spudding I’ll be doing around there. And just by past reports expecting ice around ~7”? Looking forward to heading up and getting a taste of the lake. Hopefully I’ll have some decent reports next week.
-
Went out of Godfrey this morning till noon. Pressure crack parallel to shore out 50 ft from launch was open but solid each side on way out and in. About 6" of solid ice at first break. Fishing pretty slow for me but thats fishing. Lots of trails to follow for my fellow walkers.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8L4LxDN/CE6-C7-E38-63-AC-428-B-90-D3-199-C017-A176-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8L4LxDN)
Caught and released this guy off of Lewis pt. At first I thought it was a rainbow but now I’m not sure. Anyone have an idea?
-
Not sure dont think a bow or brown, atlantic?
-
Wow. Cool stuff! Looks like a landlocked salmon, but no fork tail. I'll say brown trout.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8s1tcr0M/16121329502445667363434730015429.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s1tcr0M)
Slaughtered the jumbos today! 2 keeper eyes.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/ykfRvNcJ/0131211656.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykfRvNcJ)
.got a good pile off the south Shore this weekend..not to bad for being on foot.. 6" + were I've been..dont be afraid to look in the teens in the morning..will be back soon..
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8s1tcr0M/16121329502445667363434730015429.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s1tcr0M)
Slaughtered the jumbos today! 2 keeper eyes.
Nice pile..ill cut mine tomorrow
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8L4LxDN/CE6-C7-E38-63-AC-428-B-90-D3-199-C017-A176-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8L4LxDN)
Caught and released this guy off of Lewis pt. At first I thought it was a rainbow but now I’m not sure. Anyone have an idea?
I would say Atlantic. Nice fish!
-
I would say Atlantic. Nice fish!
X2 Land lock
-
Thk god weekends over worked all weekend off Monday Nice catches guys
-
land lock
-
Depending on how much snow we get this weekend, I’d love to come visit for first time. Me and buddy will be on foot 😢. Any, any help would be welcomed. Just where to go, park and depth to target eyes or perch. No coordinates needed, just suggested access point please. You can pm me if you’d like. Thanks. I’ll keep trying to read this thread to research other suggestions.
-
Had another good evening on the eyes. They were a little fussy tonight but found plenty that wanted to play.
(https://i.postimg.cc/N502nr66/11-CB9126-E7-D9-40-A9-B03-F-3-F0-C050-CE372.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N502nr66)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yJ0DRhKH/8521-C7-F9-A0-EB-40-E3-A757-1468320300-FD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yJ0DRhKH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9sHJBNW/F2-DAA1-CB-C950-4850-96-F3-5900-C5-B27-ADE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9sHJBNW)
-
Wanted to give an update on the ice over at constantia from Sunday. Staying at a lake house just east of scriba. Got on the ice from there and headed south toward bird island. Near shore ice def a soft 3”. Some very sketchy pressure cracks maybe 200 yards offshore. Then more out a little deeper. The ice was soft/slushy around those cracks especially if there was snow present. Def had to poke around to find spots we felt ok crossing...could see where several machines had broke thru. Drifting snow might make it not possible to see these areas. Made it out between the islands and the ice we were on was all hard but went from 5”-3” in the very small area we fished. Not sure about the walk out from town but be very cautious/avoid this area. Fishing was slow out there for us anyway, only a couple keepers and couple shorts for 3 guys and I really didn’t feel comfortable on the ice.
-
A buddy and I came up for our first every Oneida ice trip today. We walked out of Sylvan to about 20 fow and didn't mark anything all morning. We tore down the hub and walked out farther to about 25 fow and started marking a few fish but everything had lockjaw regardless of what we threw at them. All the guys I talked to around us were having the same luck. We ended up with one barely legal keeper eye on the only hit we got all day. Still had a blast though. The ice was anywhere from 6 inches to 9 1/2 inches and varied a lot. Lots of machines out all over the east end
-
I fished off Sylvan yesterday afternoon and had nothing but watchers for 2 hours and tried upsizing and downsizing with the same result. Finally realized the big rap was fine, they just wanted to chase it fast up the water column. I caught 3 shorts the last half hour before I had to leave but was glad I was finally able to get some hits.
-
Nice fish Deadeyze 👍🎣🕳
-
Always appreciate the info from others, wanted to share. 2 dudes, 2 days out of Sylvan. 6" of ice. Fished 21 feet Saturday, caught 1 keeper walleye and a few hogger perch. Mostly lockjaw. Short city in the pm. Sunday 24 fow. Slow, lockjaw continued. The fish had thier masks on again🤬. From 3-5 pm we were assulted again with a barrage of shorts. 3 keeper walleyes all day and a few nice perch.
-
Fished out of Williams Sunday afternoon. Got mostly small Perch but managed enough keepers for a meal. Ice was 7 to 8 inches everywhere I cut. Walking was not bad except for a few snow drifts.
-
Got out for the first time on Oneida with the goon boy , made a few moves and we managed to find some perch willing to play with some coaxing and thank god the walleyes stayed away
-
Nice job Fred and Goon! Glad those nasty eyes stayed away from you lol. Looks like we have more snow on the way 👎🏻
-
Nice fish Deadeyze 👍🎣🕳
X2 - Nice fish Bobby!
-
Real nice eyez there Bob
-
Good work everyone!! I sat on the nursery for walleye yesterday. I quit counting after 27 short walleye without a keeper and no perch at my first spot. Made a 1/4 mile move.... picked up a nice keeper eye and 19 perch. Ice was 7-9”.
-
Good job KP on the perch , and leaving the nursery for some good fishing 👍
-
good job
-
Nice job guys!!
SeanP
-
How snow you guys expecting from this storm? Been watching the weather for Brewerton and it changes every 30 minutes :o. Coming up first time this year to fish Sat-Mon with the wheeler. Hoping the snow is not gonna force a reschedule! Most likely destinations are Chapman and Lewis. Did see the pressure crack at Lewis is pretty prohibitive and will be very sketchy/ possibly invisible if covered in white stuff. That does not sound too ideal!
-
Can’t always count on the weatherman, the other day it was supposed to snow up north but ended up at Oneida 😉
-
Went out with one of the boys out of Sylvan Beach yesterday, spent 4 hours with 12 tip ups in 18 feet and the boy did some jigging we didn't get a hit and didn't see anybody have any action? first time on the ice on Oneida looks like probably need to go further west to the boat launch 6 to 7 good ice a lot of ATV's out!
-
Looks like 2”-5” tonight. Not too bad.
I took the oldest tonight for a quick trip. The fish were not fired up but he got a couple. I was just there to coach. Nice night out there with my buddy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3WvpPXb4/0-BF28015-7-EEE-4414-AF2-B-47-B99-AFA7633.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WvpPXb4)
-
Fun morning on the lake
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zGf5V5F/20210201-091554.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zGf5V5F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/2LFj4dFB/20210201-094745.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2LFj4dFB)
-
wellhe did a great job! :thumbsup:
-
Nice job DeadEyes! Nice to see a good limit on a tough weekend. Went out off south shore Saturday and hit 5 eyes at first light with only one 18" keeper and a jack perch. Caught one more perch and did 3 more shorts at the late bite. Saw more lookers than biters.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zVy7xdRN/20210130-092135.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zVy7xdRN)
-
Great job little Reeleyez!! I fished the last 1 1/2 before dark. The bite wasn’t to good. Fished same spot as the two previous outings. 1 keeper 1 short and dropped one keeper at the hole. Didn’t mark to many tonight.
-
Good job KP on the perch , and leaving the nursery for some good fishing 👍
Thanks Freddie! Nice job to you and goonie!!😎
Good job everyone!!🎣🕳
-
Finally stopped in to see howzit goin'? Man, it looks great! Nice job guys. DeadEyez wins the prize! Great fish boys. keep it up.
-
Nice job guys...👍👍👍
-
Great job little Reeleyez!! I fished the last 1 1/2 before dark. The bite wasn’t to good. Fished same spot as the two previous outings. 1 keeper 1 short and dropped one keeper at the hole. Didn’t mark to many tonight.
Those fish were definitely lethargic last night with the snow coming in.
-
Anybody seen this? A big square hole drilled off LP.
Looks like equipment recovery but don’t they normally use a chainsaw and flag it off when they are done? What else could it be?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M/9-B2-E9-B1-B-BC3-B-45-D4-9411-B991-B36-A1-E53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M)
-
Anybody seen this? A big square hole drilled off LP.
Looks like equipment recovery but don’t they normally use a chainsaw and flag it off when they are done? What else could it be?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M/9-B2-E9-B1-B-BC3-B-45-D4-9411-B991-B36-A1-E53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M)
I've seen videos of people swimming in holes like that inside a heated shanty for what reason I have no clue. Only other guess would be some smart a** guys wanted to jig in a giant hole all at the same time
-
Death trap......
-
Death trap......
Absolutely. By now it's skimmed over with 4" of snow on top. In probably the busiest area on the lake.
-
What is wrong with people. Can’t teach common sense that’s for sure.
-
did They leave a caution maker? Making a hole that big should not be legal
-
First off. Great fish and pics everyone!
Deadeyez, you found the adult school, I see. Beautiful fish. I've been sitting on 13-17 inchers. Been able to take 3 of what I consider perfect eaters (16" males) everyday but nothing over 18 1/2" yet. I like it when the bite is good enough that I can pick out those eaters, it's not as satisfying when they're my best fish. The fish I'm getting are bone skinny too. Never seen 'em this skinny in the winter.
That hole could also be a sight fishing hole. I remember someone asking if they were legal in NY on here last fall. There's some great videos on YouTube of guys in Canada fishing trout though them (Uncut Angling, Jay Siemens) but I always thought that I hope nobody tries that down here. Site fishing doesn't seem to make sense that deep though and whatever it is it should have been roped off. Crazy dangerous, especially with this snow.
-
Anybody seen this? A big square hole drilled off LP.
Looks like equipment recovery but don’t they normally use a chainsaw and flag it off when they are done? What else could it be?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M/9-B2-E9-B1-B-BC3-B-45-D4-9411-B991-B36-A1-E53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M)
Looks like a spear hole to me, but that's just always the first thing that comes to mind whenever I see something cut that big.
-
I have not watched a lot of spearing videos but I remember them talking about it on a meateater podcast. I thought they slid the sheet of ice under the ice and then pulled it back into place when they left. That would be the responsible thing to do at least.
-
Spear hole in 20 something feet of water? Some weird stuff goes on out in that lake
-
There's the same thing off Philips Point on the north shore. I was thinking a recovery hole of some sort? Definitely not cool.
-
seen one cut on big bay a few years ago,i marked it ......i often wonder if they are sight fishing holes or a attempt to get someone wet ....anyone that fishes would mark them ...i think they are left unmarked intentional.....i think we should post gps chords and mark them a scrap wood stick painted orange in your sled is all it would take ....i can't help but worry about a kid going in one......if you see someone make one do a sully and bucket educate the moron
-
Maybe they dropped something important down the hole and made bigger to try to snag it? I thought about doing that once when my 6 yr old son kicked my fathers favorite skimmer down the hole. Or maybe the aliens are now taking up ice fishing due to covid. :o
-
I may be wrong but i believe the regs say a 10" hole is the biggest you can have in ny.
-
Maybe they dropped something important down the hole and made bigger to try to snag it? I thought about doing that once when my 6 yr old son kicked my fathers favorite skimmer down the hole. Or maybe the aliens are now taking up ice fishing due to covid. :o
I don’t think that’s what’s going on if there are three spots that people found within days of each other. Strange
-
i really think there are people trying to get others hurt...if the holes were legit they would be marked i sure as hell will be using my spud
-
I'd like to hear more about a bucket education
-
I may be wrong but i believe the regs say a 10" hole is the biggest you can have in ny.
Not true. You can cut big holes but you are suppose to mark them afterwards to warn others.
-
i really think there are people trying to get others hurt...if the holes were legit they would be marked i sure as hell will be using my spud
Places where spearing and sight angling are common you come across a lot of them, especially early ice when it is easier to buzz a hole that big. Never have stepped in one, but came close a few times. Ran my truck into a snow covered spear block and bent a tie rod one time, too.
You're supposed to push the blocks under the ice, but once in a while guys will pop them out on top, and they can become a serious travel hazard if they freeze down and are covered by snow.
My guess is someone was just too lazy to mark them after they finished fishing, rather than malice.
-
just got off lake a foot or more of snow or more and still falling areas already getting slushy not good
-
Anybody seen this? A big square hole drilled off LP.
Looks like equipment recovery but don’t they normally use a chainsaw and flag it off when they are done? What else could it be?
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M/9-B2-E9-B1-B-BC3-B-45-D4-9411-B991-B36-A1-E53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M)
The person/people who did that should be held accountable if someone gets killed!!! Absolutely ignorant!!! Did that pic get sent to the DEC by chance??? It should!!!!
-
Anybody seen this? A big square hole drilled off LP.
Looks like equipment recovery but don’t they normally use a chainsaw and flag it off when they are done? What else could it be?
When I was young I fell through a hole walking on the ice that looked strikingly similar to this in Minnesota. A spear shack had just been moved and it was snowing lightly. Never even had a chance, threw my arms out and luckily my dad was walking only steps away.
I don’t like the looks of it!
(https://i.postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M/9-B2-E9-B1-B-BC3-B-45-D4-9411-B991-B36-A1-E53.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZqVWJ9M)
-
I sent the pic to an Officer who patrols that area. Hopefully, they will barricade that spot. If anymore of these holes pop up guys, Please post the cords with a pic and call the DEC to get it handled. I’m sure the best they can do is put up barricades. Better than nothing, I guess.
-
yep definitely not a good thing , legal or not!!!
-
Places where spearing and sight angling are common you come across a lot of them, especially early ice when it is easier to buzz a hole that big. Never have stepped in one, but came close a few times. Ran my truck into a snow covered spear block and bent a tie rod one time, too.
You're supposed to push the blocks under the ice, but once in a while guys will pop them out on top, and they can become a serious travel hazard if they freeze down and are covered by snow.
My guess is someone was just too lazy to mark them after they finished fishing, rather than malice.
in new york you can't spear threw the ice
-
Could they be dipping for smelt? I don’t know if Oneida has a population of them or not?
-
no they cant
-
Could they be dipping for smelt? I don’t know if Oneida has a population of them or not?
No smelts in Oneida... ;)
-
Does it really matter what the intention was for drilling a massive hole like that out there? It doesn't freaking matter why they did it. Now it's under a foot of snow. I don't understand why people are going back and forth about it being a spearing hole. First it doesn't matter, second no one is spearing fish in 25 feet of murky water, on Oneida lake. It was done to be a stupid mouth breather and that's it. No reason to que the dateline music.
-
just got off lake a foot or more of snow or more and still falling areas already getting slushy not good
That really sucks, getting a later start then most years and now this
-
Does it really matter what the intention was for drilling a massive hole like that out there? It doesn't freaking matter why they did it. Now it's under a foot of snow. I don't understand why people are going back and forth about it being a spearing hole. First it doesn't matter, second no one is spearing fish in 25 feet of murky water, on Oneida lake. It was done to be a stupid mouth breather and that's it. No reason to que the dateline music.
well 1st why are you upset if people ask questions and voice opinions? does it hurt anyone?doesn't it get people talking about it and the word gets out there that there is big holes covered by snow right now? i think it's good.... second knowing why people did something helps to know where they may have punched other holes ......also knowing why they didn't mark the holes and if they they wanted someone to fall in ...... another thing LP maybe just maybe the person or people responsible reads this we can educate them to not do it again before someone gets hurt or drowned.....that is why it's getting talked about
-
well 1st why are you upset if people ask questions and voice opinions? does it hurt anyone?doesn't it get people talking about it and the word gets out there that there is big holes covered by snow right now? i think it's good.... second knowing why people did something helps to know where they may have punched other holes ......also knowing why they didn't mark the holes and if they they wanted someone to fall in ...... another thing LP maybe just maybe the person or people responsible reads this we can educate them to not do it again before someone gets hurt or drowned.....that is why it's getting talked about
Hey yapper didn't say it shouldn't be talked about and the reason is a stupid person exists somewhere on Lewis point. I'm sure the stupid person who did this is beyond being educated but you always seem to have the answers so maybe you can try.
-
In my 30+ years in that lake... I’ve never seen such a thing done intentionally. Only gas holes I’ve seen that big. The officer I contacted replied that he will be alerting his colleagues in district 6 and 7 ASAP!!
-
In my 30+ years in that lake... I’ve never seen such a thing done intentionally. Only gas holes I’ve seen that big. The officer I contacted replied that he will be alerting his colleagues in district 6 and 7 ASAP!!
Your a good man. Of course no one has ever seen such stupidity in real life but it's out there. The snow on top is a real issue now unfortunately. Hopefully it froze good the night the picture was taken.
-
seen it at big bay 2 years ago i know other people have run into them i'm tossing some muskrat trapping stakes in the sled and i'll make any i see.....i'll post in here any location i see one ...... i personally would like to know the intent of this person....theyput some work in cutting that .... were they simply stupid as LP pointed out ,or are they fishing for fisherman or atv's
-
Sounds like lp steve is probably the one doing it 😂😂😂
-
green no he's just upset someone could get killed
-
Guys have been known to net through the ice
Ps the ice maker just came to a halt
Pray for rain on Friday
-
Sounds like lp steve is probably the one doing it 😂😂😂
Lol I don't even drill that many holes in an entire season of ice fishing.
-
someone hooked a sturgeon threw theis and had to open the hole
-
In my 30+ years in that lake... I’ve never seen such a thing done intentionally. Only gas holes I’ve seen that big. The officer I contacted replied that he will be alerting his colleagues in district 6 and 7 ASAP!!
True sportsman...actions speak louder than words and you may have saved someone from getting wet or worse. Not everyone is on this site or social media. I’d hate to hear of someone going in when it could have easily been prevented. Well done.
-
Thanks KP!
I do think the way we are going to figure this out is by talking about it to other people. So I think all discussion is good on this one!
-
this makes me think ....we all know where a person took the time energy and money to make a fishing access dangerous to the point someone could easily be killed b in front of tat access is where i seen a large hole last year.....we really don't know
-
someone hooked a sturgeon threw theis and had to open the hole
I need evidence it was released. Lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/HcfgGxcL/988-F4-BDD-EA5-F-4838-860-A-E97748-DA6-ADD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HcfgGxcL)
Decided to make a go of it on foot today. Made it halfway out to grassy and was rewarded with a nice eye. Ice conditions varied as I started out on 8 to 9 inches and ended up on 5 inches of good ice when I just couldn’t drag the shanty anymore. The bite was steady until mid day and then seemed to slow down. I left at 3:00 so am not sure how the evening bite was. Good luck all and tight lines!
-
Does it really matter what the intention was for drilling a massive hole like that out there? It doesn't freaking matter why they did it. Now it's under a foot of snow. I don't understand why people are going back and forth about it being a spearing hole. First it doesn't matter, second no one is spearing fish in 25 feet of murky water, on Oneida lake. It was done to be a stupid mouth breather and that's it. No reason to que the dateline music.
Because it's under a foot of snow and not frozen which makes it very handy for a person or wheeler to end up in! That's why its a big deal.
-
Nice eye dsportman!
-
X2. Well earned!
-
Because it's under a foot of snow and not frozen which makes it very handy for a person or wheeler to end up in! That's why its a big deal.
I said the reason doesn't matter and I'm glad you agree with me.
-
The person/people who did that should be held accountable if someone gets killed!!! Absolutely ignorant!!! Did that pic get sent to the DEC by chance??? It should!!!!
Last year nothing was marked after a recovery ,
-
Hi all, first trip on ice this yr to oneida, heading out of briggs bay on Thursday. Wondering if there are any bad ice areas to look out for. Thanks in advance for any info !
-
I almost guarantee that someone cut that hole to get a 4 wheeler or sled out.
-
Last year nothing was marked after a recovery ,
i told the officer that as well Freddie!
-
I've seen similar holes cut on a little Madison county lake I fish this year. The person cut it with a chain saw and it appears he was using it to catch crappie at night. He had jigging holes cut in close proximity and I believe he was using the bigger hole for his light to draw them in..... I've never seen him there in the day light, he comes shortly after dark.
Madison county crappie light night bite? I know the exact lake 🤣
-
Those rascals must be spearing gobies again
-
On Sandusky Bay in Lake Erie where I grew up they put Christmass trees in the area. In the spring they sank.
-
On Sandusky Bay in Lake Erie where I grew up they put Christmass trees in the area. In the spring they sank.
We do same thing on this end of LE.
-
:roflmao:
-
After all this nightmare crap how is snow on top and is it slushy under??
-
Not 100% sure wasnt out today but i can see slush showing up near shore, warm temps friday with rain may help cold temps again saturday night and sunday,,,i would say walking will be very tuff and you better have a decent machine, wheelers will have it tough
-
Many years ago I did see a large rectangular hole cut intentionally and it was from a scuba diving club from syracuse having an outing off cleveland They had a good time that day and when it was over they marked it off.
-
Onieda 1 do you figure theres about 8 to 12 inches of snow on the ice
-
Onieda 1 do you figure theres about 8 to 12 inches of snow on the ice
At least that much in most spots i would say, and that was yesterday
-
My bud was out today and said the walk is getting tough , it was sticking to his rig on the way in , hopefully we get a good dose of rain and wind to settle it down and a little cold
He also seen a sled get stuck in the hateful slush
-
The word I got today is that it’s slushy and it was a little tough for sleds to get going. It’s going to be messy for a bit. Be safe everyone!!😎
-
In response to the large rectangular hole, I walked up on one while fishing Owasco lake many years ago. Unfortunately it was at dusk and I was alone and nearly stepped right into it over 15’ of water. Fortunately I didn’t but really think it was someone very ignorant or a first time ice fisherman without an auger using a chainsaw. Hearing that there were a few of these on Oneida makes me think it was the same group being stupid, but not intentional, while trying to catch a fish. Hopefully they come to their senses before making a tragic mistake for themselves or someone else.
-
wassomebig holes cut and reported on otisco ...be careful
-
It ain’t pretty but I’m shocked that I could move at all. No shanty, just testing the snow/slush.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CZ61x1xP/B3-BF4-CCA-4003-4-BF4-8-AF4-D54-D7-F8-BABBE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZ61x1xP)
-
It ain’t pretty but I’m shocked that I could move at all. No shanty, just testing the snow/slush.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CZ61x1xP/B3-BF4-CCA-4003-4-BF4-8-AF4-D54-D7-F8-BABBE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZ61x1xP)
Yuck
-
Yuck
Thanks for the recon.I’m in the Bingo area and have been biting at the bit.I’m thinking next weekend with the sled.
Fingers crossed.
-
After all this nightmare crap how is snow on top and is it slushy under??
Well with the weight on the ice , cracks and auger holes , water seeps into the snow creates slush , this isn’t anything new
-
😂😂😂😂
-
I measured 10” of snow on the ice in the Cleveland area tonight.
A lot of slush near shore but not bad once I got out a little ways.
-
walking u better be in good shape wheelers i doubt it, good snowmobile u should be ok but there is some serious slush around the south shore has more snow then the north,
-
Took the snowdog out of briggs bay today.patchy heavy slush out to about 400 yrds or so, pretty good after that. Slush was much worse on the way back in.
-
Took the snowdog out of briggs bay today.patchy heavy slush out to about 400 yrds or so, pretty good after that. Slush was much worse on the way back in.
How did the snow dog handle the slush ?
-
It doesnt like it, but that being said, it never stopped !
-
Went out of the North shore today. Maybe 5 inches of snow in most spots more in some drifts. Alot of slush patches. No problem with wheeler with chains or sleds. I saw a couple of wheelers that made it with no chains. Not bad walking especially if you could find a sled track.
-
"Slush is horrible, don't even think about trying to fish here you will get stuck its so bad out here never seen anything so brutal" says the local oneida lake guy as he fires up his machine and goes fishing :roflmao: @) :roflmao:
-
Headed up tomorrow evening for the first 2021 gallivant at Mother O. Got the wheeler with chains, but also the walking sleds in case we find some prohibitive conditions. Thinking Chapman and Lewis, then who knows.... ;D
-
Okay.Now I’m reconsidering coming up this weekend.Chapman or north side.How’s the parking at apps? I haven’t been there since before last years construction.
-
We fished out of Apps lot 9 to 1:30 pm. Went out 200 yds past the pressure ridge, good trail out to deeper water. We fished in 16’, never marked a fish (Beautiful, Sunny,HP day). 14” snow over 5” ice, drilled jigging holes and sat in 4” of water. Broke through at the pressure ridge walking back in (tuck and roll, never got wet). It’s tough out there, but good enough access at Apps and Godfrey Point. Wheelers maybe, side x side No, snowmobiles good to go.
-
We fished out of Apps lot 9 to 1:30 pm. Went out 200 yds past the pressure ridge, good trail out to deeper water. We fished in 16’, never marked a fish (Beautiful, Sunny,HP day). 14” snow over 5” ice, drilled jigging holes and sat in 4” of water. Broke through at the pressure ridge walking back in (tuck and roll, never got wet). It’s tough out there, but good enough access at Apps and Godfrey Point. Wheelers maybe, side x side No, snowmobiles good to go.
Thanks for the update.Much appreciated .
-
It is gonna be a tough weekend for sure, but no pain no gain. Maybe the wallers will enjoy less fishing pressure!
-
Hopefully with this wind coming . It will blow some of the snow ❄off the lake ?? Time will tell ?
-
snow is heavy andwet now it ain't blowing off
-
I was coming down this weekend but maybe I'll wait
-
snow is heavy andwet now it ain't blowing off
Warm weather , some rain and wind will help shrink the depth , then some freezing temps is all we can hope for
-
Yeah, slush ain’t blowing off. Hopefully it will freeze, but not too likely with the heavy accum and drifts. Gonna be sloppy sat, maybe a bit better sun and mon. Will try to post as the weekend goes on.
-
Any get confirmation from DEC that they found and marked the swimming hole? Also. are the cracks evident/slushy/grey yet after the big snow or are we dealing with land mines?
-
Sorry....Lewis Point
-
Well I’ll head to other places to tug until it’s better 😃
-
Heads up that I foresee a major slush event for south shore (Chapman Park) tomorrow.
Conditions deteriorated while I was out there this morning.
The warm wind is helping knock down the snow but causing wide spread slush spots. If I didn’t follow my old tracks from yesterday, which froze last night, back in I would have been in trouble with one banger snowmobile and heavy shack.
Colder temps to come but I don’t think cold enough to improve things for tomorrow.
Good luck out there.
PerchEyes
P.s., the fishing sucked, only one perch.
-
It was all hidden last night. The warm weather and rain this morning is making the slush pockets pretty obvious. And they’re deep! So beware.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf/AD21-A468-04-E5-4-BDE-A9-B5-A01-C7730-DE38.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf)
-
PerchEyes, I was wondering about the conditions. I came off at 08:30 but there was a group out with a sled and they usually stay from dark to dark but they picked up and left at Noon today. Thought it may have been due to deteriorating conditions.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CxXcmpn/floating-shacks.png) (https://postimg.cc/7CxXcmpn)
These folks in Wisconsin are bummed, the whole crew floating out to sea ::)
-
Glad all are safe
http:// https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9228691/amp/Coast-Guard-rescues-66-ice-anglers-Wisconsins-Sturgeon-Bay.html
-
It was all hidden last night. The warm weather and rain this morning is making the slush pockets pretty obvious. And they’re deep! So beware.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf/AD21-A468-04-E5-4-BDE-A9-B5-A01-C7730-DE38.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf)
That wasn’t at KPs tree branch hole was it 😉
I remember just a few years ago there was 21 days that 4 wheelers didn’t get out was even tough for sleds , that year I made 20+ Platforms where I was high and dry , but it was a long tube to pull fish
-
snow is setteling some slush but i had no issues had to gas it a few times
-
Thanks folks. Appreciate the feedback. C'mon filet! Send some of those nasty walleyes my way. Good luck all, and be safe.
-
It was all hidden last night. The warm weather and rain this morning is making the slush pockets pretty obvious. And they’re deep! So beware.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf/AD21-A468-04-E5-4-BDE-A9-B5-A01-C7730-DE38.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYN5bdXf)
That wasn’t at KPs tree branch hole was it 😉
I remember just a few years ago there was 21 days that 4 wheelers didn’t get out was even tough for sleds , that year I made 20+ Platforms where I was high and dry , but it was a long tube to pull fish
I had to crop the branch hole out of that picture. That's classified information. I didn't want to get busted for posting it on the interwebs.
-
Heads up that I foresee a major slush event for south shore (Chapman Park) tomorrow.
Conditions deteriorated while I was out there this morning.
The warm wind is helping knock down the snow but causing wide spread slush spots. If I didn’t follow my old tracks from yesterday, which froze last night, back in I would have been in trouble with one banger snowmobile and heavy shack.
Colder temps to come but I don’t think cold enough to improve things for tomorrow.
Good luck out there.
PerchEyes
P.s., the fishing sucked, only one perch.
Great Ice Report Perch Eyes, I appreciate the notice and hope the cold temps arrive next week. Tight lines.
-
I had to crop the branch hole out of that picture. That's classified information. I didn't want to get busted for posting it on the interwebs.
Lmao
-
What a nightmare, got the sled buried, never caught a fish, only marked three, won’t bite, and just got home, I’m going to bed and wait till next week till it freezes up
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CxXcmpn/floating-shacks.png) (https://postimg.cc/7CxXcmpn)
These folks in Wisconsin are bummed, the whole crew floating out to sea ::)
They don't seem too bummed. Looks like they are all in their huts trolling.
-
the snow has settled alot but there is some deeps stuff and slush with more pooping up and shoreline being the worst bite was poor today,
-
First time out on the lake today and it was a tough walk out but not as bad as anticipated. Had to hole hop a bit and finally marked a ton of fish. Mostly sniffers but landed a jumbo and a scrub that perch. Missed a few bites as well. Hoping tomorrow the bite improves looking forward to it.
-
CHOWDAIRE
I think people were packing up and leaving the bite was slow and difficult , the conditions really weren't deteriorating just a pain with the wet snow and slush
-
Great idea thanks for info
-
I had to crop the branch hole out of that picture. That's classified information. I didn't want to get busted for posting it on the interwebs.
Hey now!! There will be no mention of that tree branch hole on the interwebs!!!!! That’s a VERY high security spot! Thank You for keeping a good cover up in that pic!!!😂😜
-
Bite was good! Limit in 1 hour. Got the four wheeler stuck in some slush on the way back in. Nothing to crazy to get out. Hopefully some of these cold nights will stiffen it up for easy driving. Only about 4 inches of snow where I was. Measured 10inches of solid black ice where I was!
(https://i.postimg.cc/SjjYPrkd/D26-BF522-C385-4455-8-DF8-121072703-F52.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjjYPrkd)
-
Nice eyes Tbell
-
Bite was good! Limit in 1 hour. Got the four wheeler stuck in some slush on the way back in. Nothing to crazy to get out. Hopefully some of these cold nights will stiffen it up for easy driving. Only about 4 inches of snow where I was. Measured 10inches of solid black ice where I was!
(https://i.postimg.cc/SjjYPrkd/D26-BF522-C385-4455-8-DF8-121072703-F52.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjjYPrkd)
Nice job
-
Nice fish
-
Nice catch!
-
Conditions were good wheelers struggling but making it,,,,
-
Fished Friday and half Saturday. I love this lake. One day you pull them up fast, the next you need a can opener to get them out. A
-
Fished 930am-Dark. Couldn’t believe the amount of fish marked but would touch the bait. Did manage a jumbo and I lost another real nice fish at the hole. Wind wasn’t all that fun.
-
Made it out with the wheeler. Slow going but no real trouble spots. Def got slushy after sunup. Slow bite. Got a few short eyes and a nice perch. Wind sucked after about 10am. Hit Chapman in am and Lewis after some chow. Stayed past sundown. Clear skies and the stars were popping. 4:30 am tomorrow we do it again!
-
Did you guys see this tow job on Lake Champlain?
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2021/02/ice-fishermen-to-the-rescue-tow-downed-plane-on-frozen-lake-champlain-video.html?fbclid=IwAR28V-FdZFhS12LP4ROZPJ8hsdvAxLvX8hBsgWVYBsw_XUkv20popFL9urI
-
Any made the trek from constantia to Dakin by machine? Just wondering if there’s any cracks or issues making it out there from behind circle K
-
Went out yesterday afternoon, south shore. tough walking. No trails to follow. 30-35 feet. Wind rattling at 20mph+. Happy to get a few Jumbos!
(https://i.postimg.cc/svMBkWZq/Perch-2-6-21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/svMBkWZq)
-
Did you guys see this tow job on Lake Champlain?
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2021/02/ice-fishermen-to-the-rescue-tow-downed-plane-on-frozen-lake-champlain-video.html?fbclid=IwAR28V-FdZFhS12LP4ROZPJ8hsdvAxLvX8hBsgWVYBsw_XUkv20popFL9urI
Now there's a good ice fishing story!
-
Tuff day today , lookers and not many biters , only 1 way to and that’s up 😜
-
Interesting sunset tonight with the snow coming in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/VJ2cQjQY/B460751-F-A8-EA-4-C16-AE8-C-6-B5-AB19-C254-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VJ2cQjQY)
-
Nice pic, Bob!!😎
-
Those fish will pay, another day, for today, Freddie!!😜
-
Finally was able to get a consistent bite together today fished 800am-3pm and caught all my fish between 10-11. Managed 4 short eyes and 2 jumbos. Still a lot of lookers but it was nice to catch a couple fish. Hopefully tomorrow changes the bite
-
Prolly the worst day I’ve had on Lady O. Started at 18 worked my way all the way up to 32 fow. Drove around 10 miles to different marks on my navionics and couldn’t even mark anything. Ended with 2 perch. That top snow hardened a lot from yesterday and most of the slush has hardened. Still ran into some soft spots but managed my way out. Should be perfect for next weekend if we can keep fading snow. Have a great day guys!!
-
Those fish will pay, another day, for today, Freddie!!😜
I hope so , got enough for a meal as they are good fish and of course I caught a few short eyes which don’t count in my book , my bud BMV crushed the keeper eyes but , then tried to find perch but with no luck just more eyes he tossed back a few in the 20” range and kept 3 nice eaters
-
Did you guys see this tow job on Lake Champlain?
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2021/02/ice-fishermen-to-the-rescue-tow-downed-plane-on-frozen-lake-champlain-video.html?fbclid=IwAR28V-FdZFhS12LP4ROZPJ8hsdvAxLvX8hBsgWVYBsw_XUkv20popFL9urI
Huh. Missed this and that's an area I fish regularly. Those planes fly overhead regularly. They'll usually give ya a tip o' the wings too. Cool stuff 👍
-
Good day for me today! Found consistent action on 14” wallers off LP in 26’ in the am. Got 8 releasers, swear 6 were 14” on the button. Best day on O as far as shear numbers go. Headed off to grab a bite and ran out of Constantia with the wheeler looking for a pm bite. Not a great move. Ice was a bit more variable with a fair amount of slush patches. A few decent cracks and heaves out there too. We could cross them but had to inspect/spud and run a ways to find an ideal spot. Pretty slow, had a few walleye come through. I did manage a nice healthy 17” male in 21’. No perch. Headed back to the numbers bite for one more am.
-
Fished yesterday afternoon from 3-5. Ended up with 2 keeper eyes and one short. Lost 2 more keepers at the hole. Wind came up pretty good while I was out there. It was def an awesome sunset last night.
(https://i.postimg.cc/06WKKMxT/EB07496-C-FD12-43-CE-BDE2-80-EB9-B3-ED4-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06WKKMxT)
-
Fished the south east shore Sunday in 32'. Activity all day on the graph. The two of us iced 26 perch over 10", 3 walleyes. Released another 10 or 12 short eyes. All on jigged swim baits and minnow heads. Got some good buckeyes from Lakeside outfitters. Black and gold triggered them the best.
-
Few pictures from last 2 weeks bites been real good seems if you move enough you’ll stumble on something always , been running a lot of miles on the sled out there . Good luck out there and stay safe !
(https://i.postimg.cc/hf8ydmf7/619-E133-E-9850-4928-9-CF8-4-DE358-B3129-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hf8ydmf7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/4mR2yPNg/72-B1062-A-B44-F-4-D23-9789-1-B4-E6-CB2082-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mR2yPNg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/w1VGSNzd/7-B7-B8-B05-D788-43-B2-A489-71-C2-D3-C33295.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w1VGSNzd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/xcL737F8/9-FE7794-C-4-C9-D-4-EBF-89-E7-DDE6-EFD0-A564.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcL737F8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5YHKYkCx/CB2-CAD75-D016-4-FD7-AB4-B-74169-B02-E587.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YHKYkCx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/23ZXCMYG/F7353-CC7-D5-BB-4-F86-ACA2-F1202-A02-B7-D0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23ZXCMYG)
-
Great pics Jake!
-
Nice work
-
Wow very nice. Congratulations.. 👍👍
-
Well done fellas! Nice to know someone could get them to bite after all the slow reports
-
Probably a long shot but lost a clam jig box out of south shore launch, every panfish jig I own! Send a pm please if found will pay reward!
-
Nice pics Jake!
-
Great pics! I especially like that bare ice. Haven't seen that all season in my little corner up here.
-
Nice work guys..im Gina give it a shot after work today..gotta take advantage of being close do to my job.
-
Well done jake
-
Nice haul.
-
wife and I went out of south shore both days this weekend, had a good bite saturday. Bunch of eyes only 2 keepers though but had consistent bite of perch. Sunday moved 5 times no keeper eyes but found a few perch at each hole to get a couple meals out of.
-
Much slower bite this morning at LP. Caught a few small eyes and one good perch. Hopped all around in 28-31’, marking a few at each stop. Still real soft under the crust. Wheeler was digging in a bit. Still great to be out. Looking forward to the next adventure.
-
headed back up this weekend outta Apps landing and wondering if i can get around ok with atv. i was hearing reports of lots of snow on lake and was wondering if wheeler is ok? i know its going to be really cold this week so I'm assuming it will be hard packed.
-
I used my four-wheeler when I fished off from of Cleveland Sunday. There was some slush in places but easily managed to get around. Drove out to buoy 123 and moved around a bit. Did cut one hole that had only 4" of ice, but most was 7" to 10". Someone said a side by side broke through at the pressure ridge in front of Apps, but I cannot confirm the report. Also my four wheel has no chains or studs, just knobby tires
-
Nice haul Jake. I guess I should have gone to Oneida today instead of Sodus.
-
I agree. Nice to see someone is on em. I've been struggling so far this winter. Looks like we have a bit of time left though with weather coming.
-
Was hoping to come up this Thursday fish 3 days with little man and my dad but basketball just started today practice 6 days in a row is gonna cut into my ice season and March 1st is the start of football my daughter's dance classes on top of it this covid stuff is killing me but I know they are only young once so I'll suck it up
-
Tried a new spot this evening. Wasn’t much goin on there. Marked some fish but only lost 1 keeper at the hole and landed a pin pike. On to the next area lol
-
Well 2 days in a row my perch bite has definitely crapped out no more walking , got to get the sled out of mothballs , and hook up the big shack and go hunting some uncharted water ,
Pounder I feel for ya as I went through that a long time ago , but it was worth it ,
-
I feel for ya Bill. Hope you guys can get out there soon
-
Went out Saturday from the south shore and did 15 total walleye with only one 19" keeper. Added 6 perch. Not a great day but very happy considering the tough bite. Started at a break in 25" and had consistent marks move through from first light to 830 then really slowed down next 2 hours. Moved to 34" small flat and started to get some movement including the one keeper eye but everything else was short. The size of perch really make the day as I have yet to throw one back. Not a lot of them for me but footballs every weekend!
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVksdM5Q/20210206-130628.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVksdM5Q)
-
Got out tonight with my son. Didn’t mark a ton and most were fussy. He scratched out a limit and I got 2. Easy walking....only a few slush spots and they weren’t too bad. Things should set up nicely with the cold this week.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYn4RTMD/56167-A3-C-73-F3-41-F3-A801-CFFA84358527.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYn4RTMD)
-
Nice haul fishshack
-
Nice fish!!
-
Hows lady O been for you deadeyes lots of shorts for me
-
Had a great outing with Mooneye61 Sunday on the South shore. It made up for the 8 hours of zero action the week before. Pull was doable as we stayed in sled tracks the whole way out. 32 fow. Lots of shorts, a few keepers, but the perch were on fire. If it wasn't Super Sunday there would have been more. We have never left an active graph before. Now I wish we stayed.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QHFHrYFY/20210207-181818.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHFHrYFY)
-
Nice fish guys
-
Had a great outing with Mooneye61 Sunday on the South shore. It made up for the 8 hours of zero action the week before. Pull was doable as we stayed in sled tracks the whole way out. 32 fow. Lots of shorts, a few keepers, but the perch were on fire. If it wasn't Super Sunday there would have been more. We have never left an active graph before. Now I wish we stayed.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QHFHrYFY/20210207-181818.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHFHrYFY)
Nice catch.
-
Nice fish TW
-
Was hoping to come up this Thursday fish 3 days with little man and my dad but basketball just started today practice 6 days in a row is gonna cut into my ice season and March 1st is the start of football my daughter's dance classes on top of it this covid stuff is killing me but I know they are only young once so I'll suck it up
I only missed one game in all the years of sports for my son and daughter. The best of times for my wife and I. When the sports came to an end, we wished that there was more. We miss it, but, glad we were part of it with them. Have fun Pounder, they’re only young once!!!!😎
-
KP exactly what u said :thumbsup:
-
Hey Ponder....my kids have all grown up and either moved away Marine Corps) or don't have time to fish....Enjoy it I think a;; of us have been at that point. Mine all played sports> Really miss watching them.
-
Report from yesterday. Our last day of fishing of course ended up being the best day. First drop paid off to the first jumbo of the day and every hole we went to until about 1:30 paid off with fish. Ended the day with 6 short walleye and 15 jumbos. Can’t wait to come back and fish again. Fish were keyed in at least for me on 29 FOW
-
Glad you got some good ones! Thanks for sharing report.
-
Apologies if I missed this, but any tournaments/derbies scheduled on Oneida this year? Looking for some fun ones to get the kids involved. Thanks!
-
Apps has 1 every weekend ,one week it’s perch and the next are eyes , give them a call 1-315-675-6011 (bait shop)
-
Fished out of apps today,from 10 til dark.ended up with 3 good perch, 4 short eyes and a 3 1/4 lb smallie.all fish came out of 38 f.o.w.marked fish all day right up until 1 hr before dark, tough bite. Ride out was good, hit some slush on the way in. Nothing too bad though. Not the best day,but as many times as ive gotten my but kicked here, ill take as a small win haha !! Headed to chaumont in the morning
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rDpbzmQ1/0208211738-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDpbzmQ1)
Fished out of Briggs Tuesday.. absolutely gorgeous out to be fishing for the evening. One perch one short with the headlamp of on. Great conditions for walkers.
-
Does anyone ever fish for crappies or other pan fish in the lake? I realize the perch and walleye populations are off the charts, but I was curious if anyone ever catches slabs here? Thx for any info
-
Does anyone ever fish for crappies or other pan fish in the lake? I realize the perch and walleye populations are off the charts, but I was curious if anyone ever catches slabs here? Thx for any info
Big Bay is a popular spot for Crappie and Gills.
-
I always thought of trying other shallow spots on the lake for panfish. I mean you get some slob sunfish in the summer if you can get into them. I have got them out by SS throwing jigs or on spinners, drifting too. I cant believe all these sunfish head to the bays in the winter, maybe they do. Be cool to find out, panfish everywhere. @)
-
if you can find a bay, dosnt have to be big bay, with weeds theres normally some panfish,
-
Great reports guys! It looks pretty good out there! I agree with KP about that hard bare ice...Jake, great photos and a great trip. You and your buddy nailed 'em! Beauty of a walleye. Deadeyez, sharpen your hooks, lol. Freddy's on the move, look out now you big jumbo perch! Great stuff, I'm smilin' at all you guys because I've been there! Enjoy, it's probably only going to get better...ZERO temps in the future! Have fun and Be Free! ><{{{">
-
Ok , First goon and I headed out of Taft , toward Willard , it is a slush pit , to let you all know , we didn’t get stuck but plowed through it , was a 1/4 mile from the island and still found the slush , so we went back and loaded back up and hit another spot, , found some fish , got enough for a meal or 2 , fish for me were very sluggish, wish I could go tomorrow but I ended up with about a foot of snow to clean up
-
How are the conditions for walkers tomorrow. Planning on heading out of Godfrey point. I'm 2 hrs away
-
slushy mess out there saw one sled get stuck saw no wheelers,,
-
Thanks. How much slush out there? Trying to determine what pair of boots now to wear. I usually wear pack boots but may have to go to rubber boots now
-
Thanks. How much slush out there? Trying to determine what pair of boots now to wear. I usually wear pack boots but may have to go to rubber boots now
Rubber boots for sure. Not even a question.
I was out on the sled last night and there was a lot more slush than there was Saturday.
-
That's tough going guys. Not good for traveling, that's for sure. Wet feet suck too! Hopefully the colder weather will help; but that deep snow could just be insulation that keeps the water on the ice under the snow from freezing solid...Hope it stiffens up fellas. I still think a drone flyover by one of the News stations would be a good idea...any clear shots from outer space reeleyz?
-
There seems to be a long pressure crack about mid lake running east and west
-
I got out for the night bite and got a few to commit. Went out on the sled and had to hammer down and keep moving. Lots of slush as everyone else already mentioned. Much worse than earlier in the week. I figured the cold nights would tighten everything up but the weight of the new snow must have had other plans.
(https://i.postimg.cc/R30qXMGt/67-CFC25-C-9-B75-4411-9-AC5-0-B8603719787.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R30qXMGt)
-
That's tough going guys. Not good for traveling, that's for sure. Wet feet suck too! Hopefully the colder weather will help; but that deep snow could just be insulation that keeps the water on the ice under the snow from freezing solid...Hope it stiffens up fellas. I still think a drone flyover by one of the News stations would be a good idea...any clear shots from outer space reeleyz?
https://coastwatch.glerl.noaa.gov/modis/modis.php?region=o&page=1&template=sub&image=t1.21039.1630.LakeOntario.143.250m.jpg (https://coastwatch.glerl.noaa.gov/modis/modis.php?region=o&page=1&template=sub&image=t1.21039.1630.LakeOntario.143.250m.jpg)
-
wow, a lot of reports of slush. Has anyone gone out of Williams recently on a machine? If so, how was the slush there? I was planning on going out tomorrow with an ATV.
-
Thanks reeleyz, it almost looks like slush or wet snow in that one spot all around the big islands...unless that's a shadow from a cloud...too bad it wasn't closer. It looks better on the east end. But not that lower right corner...open water there...
-
Welcome opie1, not many guys posting tonight. I think the snow shut the fishing off at a lot of the guys spots. Keep watching and it will pick up again.
-
I got out this evening for the last couple hours. I got lucky and only hit one slush spot with the sled on my way out. Tried another new spot. Fishing was slow there. Ended up with one keeper and landed 4 shorts.
Dug, good to see you on here. Hope all is well buddy.
-
Fished out of Mill St tonight..I walked out to grassy and came across a couple areas that were soft but then again I'm always on foot..pack lite on you will be ok..smitty sleds will be the way to go if we get more snow
(https://i.postimg.cc/xNr0wGn4/0210211726.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xNr0wGn4)
-
Thanks, Bob. I'm good, just have to remember to make a pit stop, before the trip home...
Went to PA last week and bought a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee WITH NO RUST!
The sunsets on Oneida can be incredible. A friend in Lakeport has a good view and he says
the moonsets are terrific too. I don't think I ever watched a complete moon set...Good fishin' bud.
View in full screen...I like the way the snowmobile tracks head right into the sun.
HEY, is that the moon just above the dark clouds to the left? Kool shot if it is...
(https://i.postimg.cc/06WKKMxT/EB07496-C-FD12-43-CE-BDE2-80-EB9-B3-ED4-DB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06WKKMxT)
[/quote]
-
Great sunset 👍
-
interesting yesterday battery in my vex died while i was on the ice and i was thinking of leaving ..then i just fished the way we use too ....took a few misses to get use to fishing with the rod again and not lights on the vex but over all i did just as good without it
-
Coming up this afternoon and was gonna fish out of Chapman Park. How are the conditions outside of the park. It's a 3hr ride for us. Thanks for the info
-
Nice shot Dug. Don't think the moon is in that phase....h2l
-
Nice !! I find I do as well with no electronics as the guys I fish with that have them - with 1 exception - when the fish are suspended. Then they have a definite advantage......
I finally got electronics a couple of years ago and somewhat agree. But more importantly I think electronics allow you to see how fish react to certain presentations. The ability to see if a fish is willing to chase up on the bait is quite important. Last Friday if I didn't figure out that they wanted to chase then our catch rate would have been even lower than it was. We managed to scrounge up some smelt and crappie but most likely would have been skunked without electronics.
-
Weird how this slush developed. I had pretty decent conditions last week and figured it would only improve. I have friends out today and they said it was a mess, they did make it out though so I guess it's doable.
-
I've fished almost every day this week and the slush has been getting worse each day. My guess is there's cracks under this snow where its coming up from. I haven't experience any open cracks where I've been fishing I think they would be visible if they were very wide not that much snow on the ice. I have a wheeler with chains on all wheels and I think if I didn't would have had some real trouble today. Just passing on the conditions where I've been (North Shore) so obviously doesn't pertain to other places. As always I would recommend if you don't know this lake don't just take off anywhere's. Stay where you see people and remember just because you see sleds motoring across the ice doesn't mean it's safe for walking or wheeling. Stay safe and be careful.
-
Nice shot Dug. Don't think the moon is in that phase....h2l
NO...hunts2long, that photo was taken by Deadeyez a few days ago and he 1st posted it, not me.
I just wanted to compliment him on it so I added it to my post...I've witnessed lots of sunsets
on Oneida lake over the years and I miss it miss them...that's all.
I see it it is in the dark of the moon phase isn't it? Must of been a UFO then. Lmao
-
still slushy..... sled got a work out,,,saw one wheeler get stuck few times nothing major
-
You just gotta be ready to throttle up at a moments notice lol.
-
Slush made traveling a little bit of a pain off Cleveland. Slush fields pop up out of nowhere. Tough bite for us today. Two keeper eyes and a couple perch for our efforts
-
Got out this evening for the eye bite. Ended up landing 4 keepers and 3 shorts. Plenty of fish where I was but they were finicky. Here’s the 3 nice eaters I brought home.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8sL6GMJp/00981487-2-EEF-445-A-A920-6-BBDC3-D2612-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8sL6GMJp)
-
Nice job Bobby.
-
Thanks Bruce. Finally found a limit lol. Been slow all week for me
-
good eats :thumbsup:
-
Well done Bob
-
Hey Bob they will work nice job
-
Good work Snoop!!😎
-
Thanks fellas. Bill, I didn’t make it out to that one spot yet. Gonna try to shoot out there this weekend depending on the slush
-
Great fish pics, guys. And nice job on the quick limit, DeadEyez.
Crazy sunrise this morning. I’m still half blind from taking the pic.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vgXnBtyV/29094927-D346-43-A9-A121-4434-CB422-E83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vgXnBtyV)
And as for this slush. It’s crazy over here on North Bay. Can’t find a spot that isn’t slush past about 100yards out. I did plow thru it with the wheeler but ended up setting up in about 8” of water/slush. Glad I wear high rubber boots.
-
Nice pic Chow. It was a red sky here before sunrise.
-
sylvan beach web cams are still down
Does anyone have any additional info about the web cams ?
-
Does anyone have any additional info about the web cams ?
I emailed them last week and here is their response.
"We have requested a service technician for repair. Unfortunately, due to COVID, it is taking longer than usual to get someone on-site to make the repair. Thank you in advance for your patients, as we understand the value of the service which these cameras provide."
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Thanks Zeker.
-
Josh and I accessed from the Verona beach area this morning. It wasn’t too bad with sleds, but, did hit some slush pockets that slowed us down. I did see quads out that were laboring to get to their destination. On the way in, the top crust had softened and made the run to shore a bit more interesting. There are shallow and deep areas of slush out there that ranges 6”-12” of slush. Tall rubber boots are a plus. We’ve had better bites, but, will take what we caught home for a nice meal. The fish were very fussy today. We’ll get out again during next week. I hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend if you venture out onto the ice.😎🎣
-
If you guys would quit poking holes in the ice we wouldn't have so much slush! 😀
-
Hard to beleve what a good insulator snow is, would have thought the temps would have frozen it solid. I hate slush. Frozen Margaritas are ok.
-
If someone could shovel all the snow off the ice and remove it....conditions would be perfect in the am!!
-
Everyone should go and drill as many holes as possible and flood everything. Should freeze up in a few days.
-
Everyone should go and drill as many holes as possible and flood everything. Should freeze up in a few days.
Great idea it’s only 79.5 square miles shouldn’t take long 😜
-
Lol
-
Great fish pics, guys. And nice job on the quick limit, DeadEyez.
Crazy sunrise this morning. I’m still half blind from taking the pic.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vgXnBtyV/29094927-D346-43-A9-A121-4434-CB422-E83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vgXnBtyV)
And as for this slush. It’s crazy over here on North Bay. Can’t find a spot that isn’t slush past about 100yards out. I did plow thru it with the wheeler but ended up setting up in about 8” of water/slush. Glad I wear high rubber boots.
Awesome shot Chow!!
-
I had a slow day as well but ended up with a meal or 2 , encountered some slush pockets , with 2 riders and 2 shacks in tow , it slowed us down but we plowed through.
-
Awesome shot Chow!!
That is a great pic... I'm still half blind from looking at it!
-
Awesome pic Chow I can't wait to get back to camp
-
Slow day for me out of Chapman. Fished 20’ just west of park. Marked fish but tough to get any to bite. One perch and one short eye. Lost 5 at the hole. Frustrating to say the least. All on a chrome/blue rap with minnow head. Forecast on Tuesday not looking good for walkers.
-
I had a better day today , fish were sluggish but Managed to coax them
The eyes were much more aggressive
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZPtvQMk/0-C9847-B2-883-F-4-B32-ABB6-B19-F2-FC40-DE8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZPtvQMk)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HJF9tsBj/24-B91668-9721-4586-9414-77696-AD30-BE7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HJF9tsBj)
-
Great idea it’s only 79.5 square miles shouldn’t take long 😜
Did you mean acres or something. I mean the lake is like 11mi long and like 4 wide at its widest ain’t it.
If it were 12 Long 4wide it would be 48sq mi
Just saying.
-
Oneida is around 20.5 miles long. Slow night for me. Good news is the slush froze up in every spot I encountered it. Nice catch Fred!
-
22 miles long widest is 5 miles
-
Nice job Fred!
Can you imagine if the lake was only 12 miles long? Good lord it probably would be all holes by now!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/zHqRt1cF/15-BA6389-6-DEA-4480-BEAE-6044-F663-FF4-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHqRt1cF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/S2F999L5/D8-A7-C875-8-ED2-415-D-9026-68-F39591-B9-AC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/S2F999L5)
Had a good night tonight,hit a few slush pockets but nothing like it was. Tight lines!
-
lookslike you did well freddie
-
Nice work on the fish guys. A friend and I got out today and found a few eyes as well. Slush seemed much better where we were. All tightened up. Nice day!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/NLZ55YSY/00715-B60-28-C3-4-D69-8120-1-B500433-BF68.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLZ55YSY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/xcHqmhVm/6-E48-E4-EF-1336-4-E79-AD48-534-B07-CFC7-E0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcHqmhVm)
-
Did you mean acres or something. I mean the lake is like 11mi long and like 4 wide at its widest ain’t it.
If it were 12 Long 4wide it would be 48sq mi
Just saying.
http:// Oneida Lake is the largest lake entirely within New York state, with a surface area of 79.8 square miles. The lake is located northeast of Syracuse and near the Great Lakes. It feeds the Oneida River, a tributary of the Oswego River,
-
Nice job Fred!
Can you imagine if the lake was only 12 miles long? Good lord it probably would be all holes by now!
LOL it would look like Swiss cheese
Good job everyone ,
I missed a great sunrise pic 😡
-
A rare for me, all day bite near Lewis. A walleye limit at mid day was a treat. A handful of hog perch and a million shorts. The glow tiger #7 rap has been the star last 2 outs. I caught and released the fish in the image, perhaps I shouldn't have? It had growths and soars. Pretty yucko
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYGZS15v/20210213-102113.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYGZS15v)
-
Ivan those lumps are absolutely harmless , you should have made a meal of that fine catch
-
Not fishing related but pretty bad snowmobile accident on the lake out in front of mill street about half hour ago. I heard on the scanner that he hit a pressure crack. Thoughts and prayers to him and his family.
-
Ivan those lumps are absolutely harmless , you should have made a meal of that fine catch
Haha thanks, I'll know for next time!
-
Not fishing related but pretty bad snowmobile accident on the lake out in front of mill street about half hour ago. I heard on the scanner that he hit a pressure crack. Thoughts and prayers to him and his family.
Really odd scenario because I think I saw that guy while I was fishing out of Lewis and he had to have been going 100+. I had said to my girlfriend that I remember my dad telling me about his friend who was ripping his snowmobile at dark and hit a crack and was sent flying. Not even hour later I’m reading about this. Terrible. Prayers go out! Hope everything is okay.
-
Buds at camp called me said bunch of cops and rescue at mill st and a sled and side by side headed out on the ice towards the islands
-
I hope he is okay. Those cracks come up really fast in the dark.
-
Hope he is ok , there is a good size pressure ridge out toward mid lake running east to west ,
-
Really odd scenario because I think I saw that guy while I was fishing out of Lewis and he had to have been going 100+. I had said to my girlfriend that I remember my dad telling me about his friend who was ripping his snowmobile at dark and hit a crack and was sent flying. Not even hour later I’m reading about this. Terrible. Prayers go out! Hope everything is okay.
doubt it was the same guy. Guys being idiots all over the lake. We were standing on shore with a camp fire bout 8pm Noticed two sleds moving pretty good than saw the tail light disappear on one sled. Police scanner said 22 year old unconscious but breathing
-
I forgot to post travel conditions have improved some as I noticed many of the slush spots had tightened up , not to say there isn’t bad spots out there , walking wasn’t bad , let’s hope this up coming storm stays clear , as we don’t need anymore
-
Definitely less slush out there today. Still slush in spots but probably half as bad as Tuesday.
-
Hey fellas, just moved back down this way and have been fishing Oneida for a few weeks without much success. I’ve tried just about everything I can think of. I see guys out there catching fish but I’m having a hell of a time. Mostly following the crowds and don’t have any electronics yet. If anyone has any pointers or tips for me I’d appreciate the help. The skunks are starting to bruise my ego.
-
Hey fellas, just moved back down this way and have been fishing Oneida for a few weeks without much success. I’ve tried just about everything I can think of. I see guys out there catching fish but I’m having a hell of a time. Mostly following the crowds and don’t have any electronics yet. If anyone has any pointers or tips for me I’d appreciate the help. The skunks are starting to bruise my ego.
PM sent
-
Hey fellas, just moved back down this way and have been fishing Oneida for a few weeks without much success. I’ve tried just about everything I can think of. I see guys out there catching fish but I’m having a hell of a time. Mostly following the crowds and don’t have any electronics yet. If anyone has any pointers or tips for me I’d appreciate the help. The skunks are starting to bruise my ego.
Electronics pretty much a must imo. Have a pretty cheap marcum showdown if you’re interested. It may need a battery.
-
1 eye seven perch this morning at shackelton. Slush wasn’t bad at all. Hopefully can steer clear of a lot of the snow this week. Have a good one guys!
-
Fished yesterday out of Chapman.Slush stayed firm pretty much all day.Made for some bumpy riding here and there.Had to keep an eye on stuff in the tow sled.Thinking about getting some netting to put over it during the drag.Went slightly east to 32fow.Couple lookers.Moved a little west to 28 for.Caught 2 perch then a coup,e lookers.Went a little more west to 34fow.Couple lookers and 1 perch.Last move was to the east in 24 for.Couple lookers and caught 1 carp on the smallest jig I have with a meal worm on it.It was too big to get through the hole.So I had to reach not the hole to unhook.Thing must have been in the 20lb range.Didn’t put up a big fight.But it was fun anyways and by far the biggest thing I’ve ever caught ice fishing.
-
....question.So I parked at Chapman and someone parked directly behind me so I had to find a place I could drive my truck to to load my sled on.Is this normal?At 1st I was pissed.But I’m thinking maybe it’s normal and just something you have to expect.At the end of the day it really wasn’t a big deal.except that I ended up having to drive back around to a spot I could load.I’m not new to bringing a sled for ice fishing.But I haven’t done it a lot.Maybe 3 or 4 times a year.But Ive never run into this before.
-
If you leave space behind your truck or trailer.... that space will be filled when you return. Especially on the weekends. The amount of ice anglers has quadrupled over the last 10 years. Parking has been a challenge....sorry to hear of your troubles.
-
Well put KP
-
Well put KP
Really wasn't that big of a deal and it's understandable.Thats why I asked.This world doesn't need more drama.So i`'ll keep that in mind and understand its SOP from here on in.Thanks for the feed back.Its much appreciated.
-
Any news on that snowmobile accident yesterday?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/HJkQ9Wn1/0568-E62-E-8324-44-D9-99-FD-3-AFB078-F3-D72.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HJkQ9Wn1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJWLRC1C/308-AB4-FA-6-BE0-40-A3-B1-B2-3-D399-D4-A372-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJWLRC1C)
Was nice to be there for my girlfriends first keeper eye ice fishing and from there she got her limit and the biggest fish of the day! Happy Valentine’s Day to the lovely Miss Elizabeth!
(https://i.postimg.cc/yJp0Qq3g/8-C87-EA49-908-C-42-FB-BD39-239-FF3-FE607-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yJp0Qq3g)
-
Nicely done!
-
Nicely done!
X2
-
PM sent
Thanks for the tip fishinjohn, appreciate your willingness to help out.
-
That's a nice catch Dsportman, both the fish and the girlfriend. Atta girl!
-
....question.So I parked at Chapman and someone parked directly behind me so I had to find a place I could drive my truck to to load my sled on.Is this normal?At 1st I was pissed.But I’m thinking maybe it’s normal and just something you have to expect.At the end of the day it really wasn’t a big deal.except that I ended up having to drive back around to a spot I could load.I’m not new to bringing a sled for ice fishing.But I haven’t done it a lot.Maybe 3 or 4 times a year.But Ive never run into this before.
I saw you took hell for posting this on FB.
-
....question.So I parked at Chapman and someone parked directly behind me so I had to find a place I could drive my truck to to load my sled on.Is this normal?At 1st I was pissed.But I’m thinking maybe it’s normal and just something you have to expect.At the end of the day it really wasn’t a big deal.except that I ended up having to drive back around to a spot I could load.I’m not new to bringing a sled for ice fishing.But I haven’t done it a lot.Maybe 3 or 4 times a year.But Ive never run into this before.
I know how you feel it happened to me once 3 yrs ago now I make sure I will be able to unload and load with out much hassle. People forget about common curtesy. At a local spot that get horrible when I get there I try to park and set so people with truck and trailer could follow suit and be off the road but most people don’t care and just park any ol way. Last time I was there I got double parked. Luckily the guy behind me was someone I fished with. But it’s like wth I know we all want to get out there but we can work together and make life easier for the group.
-
I saw you took hell for posting this on FB.
Why? , this day an age some people think the world revolves around them , got a place in chaumount bay that I may lose do to people not having permission
-
What’s FB 😜
FB=Fat Buckeyes.
-
FB=Fat Buckeyes.
I like it 👍
-
Why? , this day an age some people think the world revolves around them , got a place in chaumount bay that I may lose do to people not having permission
That group can be brutal at times. I believe this was in a public parking area so at Oneida it's almost expected someone will park behind your trailer, especially on weekends.
-
Thanks LP , once I got blocked in for no reason , but I’m very old school , so with a little adrenaline rush I jack knifed his trailer , dam that was heavy 😀
-
Thanks LP , once I got blocked in for no reason , but I’m very old school , so with a little adrenaline rush I jack knifed his trailer , dam that was heavy 😀
Few years back had an asshat double park me lucky I was able to get out but I'm sure he was very unhappy when he can out to 4 flat tires. No I didn't slash them I'm just took the valve stems out and put them back in lol
-
Thanks LP , once I got blocked in for no reason , but I’m very old school , so with a little adrenaline rush I jack knifed his trailer , dam that was heavy 😀
Yeah , no doubt.I was able to get out and loaded in another spot.
So not worth making a big deal over.I'll just expect it may happen in the future and try to park accordingly.
Just trying to be considerate and abide by local "rules".So again thanks to everyone for your input.
-
Hey guy's, I was at lewis point sunday afternoon till dark and got 3 decent perch. On my graph i could see the fish come in and look at my jig for a bit and then swim off. I tried all sorts of different jigs to no avail. can anybody clue me in on what i'm doing wrong. Any help would be great, it's a 2.5 hr drive to get there. Thanks!
-
You are not doing anything wrong. I have ice fished Oneida for over 25 years and this lake is very humbling. I fish with a network of people and we are all having a tough time this year. Unfortunately for the guys that live a distance away it is a crap shoot...you can do well one day and skunk the next. I live 35 minutes away so no big deal if i don't catch anything. Remember contrary to what you might read or hear... Oneida is not a crush fest ever time you go out....22 miles long...a lot of water for the fish to hide. Try small.. try spikes.. minnow heads... spoons.. jig raps...pretty much my go to's And move around the lake until you land on the honey hole. Good luck...tight lines..
-
You are not doing anything wrong. I have ice fished Oneida for over 25 years and this lake is very humbling. I fish with a network of people and we are all having a tough time this year. Unfortunately for the guys that live a distance away it is a crap shoot...you can do well one day and skunk the next. I live 35 minutes away so no big deal if i don't catch anything. Remember contrary to what you might read or hear... Oneida is not a crush fest ever time you go out....22 miles long...a lot of water for the fish to hide. Try small.. try spikes.. minnow heads... spoons.. jig raps...pretty much my go to's And move around the lake until you land on the honey hole. Good luck...tight lines..
Ditto.But I live near Binghamton.So it takes me 1- 1/2 to 2 hrs depending on where I go out from.Definitely a crap shoot.But as humbling as it can be.It can also be kind with some beautiful catches.So much so I never give coming up a second thought.Hard or soft water.
-
The fish are acting the same way on Chatauqua this year as well. It is pretty frustrating. I don't know if having a flasher helps or hinders me from fishing. I get frustrated when I see the fish right on your jig and it has lockjaw. Haha.
-
Does a fish whistle work on walleye like it does on perch? If so that would be my go to for finicky fish. Or I’d use a bigger treble. Lol
Tight lines all.
Perchin
She’s humbled me this year as I’ve been a few times and not caught anything. So I started fishing Sodus. Maybe it’s time to go back to the lady.
-
Ben this seems to work
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUusX1Js6R0I
-
Hey guy's, I was at lewis point sunday afternoon till dark and got 3 decent perch. On my graph i could see the fish come in and look at my jig for a bit and then swim off. I tried all sorts of different jigs to no avail. can anybody clue me in on what i'm doing wrong. Any help would be great, it's a 2.5 hr drive to get there. Thanks!
using light 2-4 pound fluoro? If not it really does help
-
Ben this seems to work
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUusX1Js6R0I
That's a classic!
-
Every once in a while I do it when people are around , for some reason most keep their distance , caught goon boy using it the other day 😀
-
Does a fish whistle work on walleye like it does on perch? If so that would be my go to for finicky fish. Or I’d use a bigger treble. Lol
Tight lines all.
Perchin
She’s humbled me this year as I’ve been a few times and not caught anything. So I started fishing Sodus. Maybe it’s time to go back to the lady.
I generally find the whistle to be good for any species especially when morals are at the lowest ;) just bring a couple out incase they are still to far away to hear the first whistle haha
-
Was just looking at the Chapman web cam looks like the light caught fire
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB/625-E7-CD6-EA79-40-E9-A1-C2-0-FBB1-BAA983-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB)
-
One of the frustrating things about seeing the reports on here is, like Mr. Freeze Miser said above, the size of the lake. People in one area can be on an absolute slamfest, catching 'em on a cigarette butt with a hook in it, and in another area you might be working all day for two finicky fish. It's not necessarily anything you're doing wrong, other than choosing the wrong place to go out of.
I've been to all of my normal good walleye spots this year. Two years ago I was getting a few fish over 20" every outing for the first month of the early season bite. Last year I got 3 of the biggest, fattest eyes I've ever seen on Oneida. This year I've got either dead holes or a bunch of 13-17" fish that are bone skinny. I've been able to pull limits of skinny 15-17" fish but nothing more. Just can't find the healthy schools this year.
And as for getting them to bite. Just go through a rotation to see what they want. I always start with a #5 glow perch rap and a medium sized flutter spoon and rattle spoon. Then upsize, then downsize, try gold, copper, perch pattern, etc. Throw on a vibe/rattle bait. Pound bottom, pound 5' off the bottom. Eventually something you do will fire them up.
-
Was just looking at the Chapman web cam looks like the light caught fire
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB/625-E7-CD6-EA79-40-E9-A1-C2-0-FBB1-BAA983-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB)
Walked off the ice at Chapman last night 6:00 pm along with a few others. Lights were working fine. It almost looks like it's out off shore a distance. Hope Im wrong.
-
Sure looks like it. I just checked the video it was burning now smoking. wild.
-
Hey guy's, I was at lewis point sunday afternoon till dark and got 3 decent perch. On my graph i could see the fish come in and look at my jig for a bit and then swim off. I tried all sorts of different jigs to no avail. can anybody clue me in on what i'm doing wrong. Any help would be great, it's a 2.5 hr drive to get there. Thanks!
In this day of technology, use your navionics and start picking apart the structure. Another reason that they are getting finicky may be the fact that that particular area has been getting pounded daily since the ice was safe to walk on. Guys have been off the point since late January. Once you can find unmolested fish, your bucket will be full. Keep plugging away!
-
Good advice. Try to find fish away from the crowds. So....now that the slush is starting to tighten up, are we doomed for another snow event to restart the slop fest over again?
-
The later the lake freezes over the poorer the bite is. There will be good days here and there but in general that is the rule.
The experienced fishermen in the 6os said “if the lake does not freeze up by the first of the year the bite will be slow.”.
There reasoning was that the water got too cold. Just sayin....
-
I wouldn't be to concerned with the ice conditions now. Yesterday was the best conditions I've fished on all year. Around 10 inches of real good ice, slush frozen and very little snow on top. Last night we got about 4 inches of snow and will probably get a little more this week. We should have over a month of good fishing yet. Walleyes have been very cooperative where I've fished so far this year.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Tp7rbwWM/20210214-161348.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Tp7rbwWM)
-
Nice catch!
-
Well done elro 👍
-
The later the lake freezes over the poorer the bite is. There will be good days here and there but in general that is the rule.
The experienced fishermen in the 6os said “if the lake does not freeze up by the first of the year the bite will be slow.”.
There reasoning was that the water got too cold. Just sayin....
The water does tend to get colder when the lake is open because the waves keep the water mixed up more.
One might argue that the bite is the same either way but when it freezes early you can get on the good early bite.
Nice job Elrod.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/HJkQ9Wn1/0568-E62-E-8324-44-D9-99-FD-3-AFB078-F3-D72.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HJkQ9Wn1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJWLRC1C/308-AB4-FA-6-BE0-40-A3-B1-B2-3-D399-D4-A372-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJWLRC1C)
Was nice to be there for my girlfriends first keeper eye ice fishing and from there she got her limit and the biggest fish of the day! Happy Valentine’s Day to the lovely Miss Elizabeth!
(https://i.postimg.cc/yJp0Qq3g/8-C87-EA49-908-C-42-FB-BD39-239-FF3-FE607-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yJp0Qq3g)
Congratulations you two. Miss Elizabeth, YOUR the keeper.
-
Was just looking at the Chapman web cam looks like the light caught fire
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB/625-E7-CD6-EA79-40-E9-A1-C2-0-FBB1-BAA983-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB)
Awesome pic.
-
I generally find the whistle to be good for any species especially when morals are at the lowest ;) just bring a couple out incase they are still to far away to hear the first whistle haha
Never. Stop. Whistling.
-
I generally find the whistle to be good for any species especially when morals are at the lowest ;) just bring a couple out incase they are still to far away to hear the first whistle haha
Can’t ever go out with just 1 whistle. Lol
-
Thank You All for that good info!! I will be back to give it another go!! Thank's much!
-
Nice job Elrod!!
-
Was just looking at the Chapman web cam looks like the light caught fire
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB/625-E7-CD6-EA79-40-E9-A1-C2-0-FBB1-BAA983-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZYJhxTB)
Thinkin those 3 amigos were to blame.
-
Thinkin those 3 amigos were to blame.
Maybe it was started by a fish whistle... ;D
-
The 3 amigos would never do anything like that :whistle: but you never know where we will strike ;D...now if your out there fishing and your bucket a fish comes up missing that's a different story :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
The 3 amigos would never do anything like that :whistle: but you never know where we will strike ;D...now if your out there fishing and your bucket a fish comes up missing that's a different story :roflmao: :roflmao:
Well I guess we could start a go fish me pg , instead of a go fund me pg 😜for the 3 of you 😂
-
Well I guess we could start a go fish me pg , instead of a go fund me pg 😜for the 3 of you 😂
No we can't no on will donate and in end those 3 will owe
-
Thinkin those 3 amigos were to blame.
my God you people don't even know what you have there ...that is clearly the landing of a UFO ...... happens all the time you know ,vast numbers of Volusions working and living among us since 1948 ,the government knows all about it. I personal have seen 20 of their ships hovering over me after a grateful dead concert back in 75
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/6TjbCtX1/giphy-QFNp-Ee-QABc-MEw-fixed-width-583720949298473.gif) (https://postimg.cc/6TjbCtX1)
-
Another 6 inches of snow fell last night at my house in Bernhards Bay. Anyone have travel conditions out on the lake?
-
my God you people don't even know what you have there ...that is clearly the landing of a UFO ...... happens all the time you know ,vast numbers of Volusions working and living among us since 1948 ,the government knows all about it. I personal have seen 20 of their ships hovering over me after a grateful dead concert back in 75
😂😂😂😂😂
-
my God you people don't even know what you have there ...that is clearly the landing of a UFO ...... happens all the time you know ,vast numbers of Volusions working and living among us since 1948 ,the government knows all about it. I personal have seen 20 of their ships hovering over me after a grateful dead concert back in 75
That's what wrong with ya UFOs and a Greatfull dead concert
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NKh5RDnM/giphy-QFNp-Ee-QABc-MEw-fixed-width-583720949298473.gif) (https://postimages.org/)
you can't dispute photographic evidence.............. ....... and i believe this is actually how the gobies got into the Oneida watershed......governm ent knows all about it
-
Same guy that shot out the Sylvan cameras must have been at Chapman having another go at it....
-
you know that is seriously scary
-
Was wondering how’s the bite on south shore today I’m planning on heading out for afternoon bite just curious if they’re looking or swallowing :icefish:
-
On the south shore as we speak, been out since 7 a lot of looks but sadly no tight lines here
-
The 3 amigos would never do anything like that :whistle: but you never know where we will strike ;D...now if your out there fishing and your bucket a fish comes up missing that's a different story :roflmao: :roflmao:
Yeah. That big guy can't catch fish so he will empty your bucket when your not looking. :whistle: :whistle:
-
Ben this seems to work
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUusX1Js6R0I
😂 im dying over hear...
-
Coming up Saturday morning for 2nd ice trip of the season.I’ll have my sled.Thinking about north side this time.Can I get out on my sled from Godfrey Point? Launch my boat there often.Never went out from there for hard water.Ive gone out at apps before.But I hear the parking is more limited since the construction.
-
That's what wrong with ya UFOs and a Greatfull dead concert
With a fish whistle😮😮
-
just curios .... I never hear any discussion about those white bass or white perch, (what ever they are). I caught several the last few days. They seem to be a very chunky solid fish. They all went back in, I'm just wondering , are they decent table fare or are they best left in the lake? Thanks
-
Some like em, some don't. Only way to know for sure is keep one and give it a shot.
-
I have had them and liked them, I do remove the darker meat along the lateral line......
SeanP
-
Trapper likes white perch!!!😁
-
Hey guys, any place near Bridgeport that you can recommend for staying overnight?
-
I have had them and liked them, I do remove the darker meat along the lateral line......
SeanP
Guess I'll give them a try next time They are a very pretty fish I just had enough yellows for a good fry so I let the whites go Thanks guys
-
Got out this evening. The spot I fished only yielded one short and not many marks. Traveling wasn’t bad on the sled. Ran into a few slush spots but nothing major. 5-7 inches of snow on the ice where I fished.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zcNbW1t/9-A54-FE58-D4-B4-42-CD-BA32-4-A9005-EF5-B54.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zcNbW1t)
(https://i.postimg.cc/FYY6SDpM/DC845-A2-A-B3-DD-4-E58-B540-026-F3-D64773-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYY6SDpM)
-
I was out last night as well. It seemed like the slush was about the same as over the weekend. Less snow on the ice than I figured. Like Deadeyez mentioned 5" - 7" where I was.
-
I wandered away from my usual haunts yesterday and hit a nasty patch of slush you couldn't see under the snow. Buried my wheeler (4wd w/chains on all 4). Was about a foot deep with water and slush. Had to shovel it out. Getting way to old for that crap. Gonna stay in my area till the snow conditions improve.
-
Hey guys I fish Oneida quite a bit but want to try a different part of the lake and go out of south shore boat launch. Any problems or things to watch for going out of here? I usually only fish off the north shore
-
Check conditions thread. Guy just posted about Chapman yesterday
-
i love white perch and they love me ...... they helped get me a new shanty ;D seriously alot of people like them sean is right try to remove some of the dark meat and i think they are pretty good
-
yeah my future son in law got stuck in the slush too, so I went around him and cheered him on while he dug himself out. I am way to old to dig slush too. Save that for the young bucks
-
Took the wheeler out about a week ago during the slush fest didn’t have any problems getting thru just kept it in 4 low as close to 20 mph if I dropped down to 10-13 mph really bogged down next morning had to deal with ice build up Just kept pouring hot water on ice with a funnel to melt it sounds like I’ll be doing same this weekend
-
Fished this morning. Ended up with 5 jumbos. Caught few small perch and short eyes as well. Travel wasn’t to bad at all. Bumped into the perch assassin. It was good seeing you out there Freddie
-
I think I'm coming up Saturday morning about a mile out from my grandparents on route 49 to good perch fishing
-
I moved a few times ended up finding them but I couldn’t find the lockjaw key , got enough for a meal , had 1 that went a #4
I’m in a slump , maybe I need to go laker fishing 😜
Did find a few slush spots , only one I had to power up for
-
I set up on some perch in the mud the other day. 4 hours later I had 10 on the ice. They were pigs but tough to get 'em to go. They were puking up piles of muscles and stuff they were rooting out of the mud. Along with a bunch of buckeye bodies that I was throwing down the hole.
Can't wait to give it another try to see if I can find something that gets 'em to eat a little better.
-
Perch love scuds I would imagine very small pieces of shrimp would work great
-
Perch love scuds I would imagine very small pieces of shrimp would work great
Little tungsten with a plastic scud is one of the things I just rigged up. Now I just need to find a little time to get out there and see what they think of it.
-
Yesterday I was down to 1/64-1/80 hair in different colors and they past them up to 😡
But I’m a stubborn ol fool sometimes smaller isn’t always the answer 😉
Full to the brim
(https://i.postimg.cc/tnCHMk8D/834-E0-A73-0-CD3-4079-878-E-CD16-CAF2-CE91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tnCHMk8D)
-
pounding the big blade to draw a crowd then teasing a fathead up and up and up to 6-8' off the bottom was way I got some Wednesday. ended up with 20 but it was work. A small gold buckshot got a few active biters too when a school showed. All good fish but work. 34-36' deep
-
I've been attaching a fly (thanks KC) on a dropper loop above a 3mm tungsten. Half of the perch come off the fly. Fun to watch their reaction when they finally notice the fly dangling above! I think the fly looks more like the forage they're used to. And if you can find some oak leaf grubs you'll be in business. :o
-
Anybody having luck on west end of lake? Near muskrat bay? Thanks
-
For the weekend travelers. We went off Taft yesterday with the 4x4 wheeler and it was tough going (sleds no problem that I could see). Encountered several slush spots but four really stand out they were deep and nasty. I have studded tires to grip the ice underneath the slush and didn't officially get stuck but It was far from ideal conditions. If you choose to go out in that area I recommend traveling light, bring a LONG tow rope, shovel and keep the speed up. If you stop or slow down your in trouble. Plenty of other wheelers out there but they were all chained up from what I could see so it's possible but I don't recommend it if your going solo or not in good health. Ended the day with three keeper eyes, dropped a few at the hole, few shorts and 17 fat jumbos between 2 guys. 28ft of water. Not a bad day once we found them. Good luck and travel safe.
-
slush is becoming an issue again didnt get stuck but had to throttle up a few time on sled wheelers iffy
-
I’m taking out 3 kids and 2 never ice fished before 6 and 8. Hoping to get them hooked like me! A newbie neighbor of mine and wondering if Lewis or Chapman are better options? I usually fish Conesus and Owasco so also new to Oneida going out tomorrow and Sunday. Thx for any input!
-
More parking at Chapman. Lewis has a small lot. Either way, get there early. Hope you find em!
-
Bud sent me a pic , smallest fish was 11 3/4 to 14” , I’d take 15 of those any day
(https://i.postimg.cc/0M118rqh/58-E64435-34-E4-48-AB-97-F4-65-B42-ABA7767.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0M118rqh)
-
Fished the evening for walleyes. Tough bite for me. Very few marks in the 3 spots I tried. Had a little action right at dark. 1 keeper, 1 short, missed one or two. Was out with the snowmobile. Found a few large areas of slush but hit the gas and got thru them with no problems. Nice perch your bud got Fred!!!!
-
Fished off the north shore for the first time last two days. Caught about 20 walleye and enough jumbo perch for a couple meals. Not a single walleye was legal size. Is this normal?
-
Seems to be this year anyway. Last year did killer on eyes not as many perch... this year tough getting may keeper eye buts doing very well on the perch and most of them are tanks!! Maybe just me been hearing a lot of the same around the lake though
-
There sure is a large population of juvenile eyes out there
-
Good for the future of the lake...h2l
-
Want to go out of Godfrey tomorrow (Sunday) with my 4 wheeler. I want to get to 30+ Feet of water. Reply’s from people out there today would be helpful.Can I get out that far?
-
Went out of Chapman’s today. Ride out was slushy but not to bad. On the way in was terrible. That sun had a huge effect on the slush. Stuck 3 times and had to shovel myself out. This was with a wheeler. Snowmobiles seemed to be fine. Ended with 20 perch tough bite.
-
Went out of Chapman’s today. Ride out was slushy but not to bad. On the way in was terrible. That sun had a huge effect on the slush. Stuck 3 times and had to shovel myself out. This was with a wheeler. Snowmobiles seemed to be fine. Ended with 20 perch tough bite.
20 perch for the day is a tough bite??? Can I fish with you next time? Lol
Looks like weather warming up next week.. slush will get worse before it gets better
-
20 perch for the day is a tough bite??? Can I fish with you next time? Lol
Looks like weather warming up next week.. slush will get worse before it gets better
tough bite meaning finicky! Amount of fish was good. I had fish on me all day. Had to go to the tiniest little jig I had tipped with a wax worm to get them to just set it in the mouth.
-
Want to go out of Godfrey tomorrow (Sunday) with my 4 wheeler. I want to get to 30+ Feet of water. Reply’s from people out there today would be helpful.Can I get out that far?
You should be able to slowly maneuver your way out. Lots of slush to fight with. We almost got our sled stuck once today. We fished off godfrey the last two days. Marked a ton of fish both days. Got maybe 19 perch between two of us over the two days. Threw back a bunch of short eyes with no keepers.
-
Went out of Godfrey today. Very slow bite. Lots of looker's. Was on foot with smitty so wasn't too bad. Saw 3 wheelers get buried. One guy turned around and left. Sleds are getting around fine. Managed a few nice perch and a bunch of short eyes.
-
I went out of Godfrey this morning and made it to 35 fow with my ATV. There were a few bad spots but I seemed get through fine. I didn’t see anyone stuck out there. I managed a bunch of 12 inch walleyes and 6 perch all over 11 inches. The perch bite for me seemed to pick up about 11:30. Walleyes were a slow pick all morning.
Fished out of Taft in the evening. I’ve been there a few times in the evening this year and it’s been the same story. I don’t seem to mark a lot of fish then the last hour almost everything the swims by eats. Biggest walleye tonight was 14 3/4. I can’t seem to get on consistent fish there. Lots of slush there too.
No keeper eyes tonight but I got some nice perch. Buckshots and jigging raps tipped w minnow head seemed to be the only thing I could get them today.
Good luck tomorrow
-
went to shackelton yesterday, same story as everyone else lot of lookers only a few takers. slush was horrible on the way in, buried my snowmobile and then the machine really worked the rest of the way
-
Hopefully this week’s warm up and freeze will take care of the slush.
-
I was almost hoping for a complete meltdown at this point. Get all this BS slop off the top and hope that freezes up. I like ridding the wheeler I’d rather walk on bare ice though makes jumping around quicker and easier
-
Hopefully this week’s warm up and freeze will take care of the slush.
🤞
-
Picked away at the perch and eyes this last week and weekend. The bite wasn’t to crazy but I was on fish. The majority of the perch we caught were 11 inches and better. A lot of the eyes were just under legal size with some being keepers. Last night took my nieces boyfriend out for his first time ice fishing. Managed to get our limit on eyes and didn’t run into any shorts. It was nice to put a nice pile of jumbo perch in the freezer finally. Back at it this week.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCSYdZv2/BC6-B4359-2-D48-47-E6-8-B14-21576-F1-E51-E1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCSYdZv2)
(https://i.postimg.cc/GBKrGsY5/C003-DAC9-9-FF1-4-EEC-BFAB-99-EB7-C1-E129-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBKrGsY5)
-
Nice work DeadEyez!! Love those tank perch
-
Nice work DeadEyez!! Love those tank perch
X2
-
weather not looking good through 10 day, a bunch of 40s in it.
-
Boat was on a lake mid march last two years. Walk on water while you can for sure.
-
If we can just keep it below freezing at night we can cruise for a little while.
Last day on Oneida ice in 2020 was March 8th and in 2019 it was March 27th.
-
March 8th was also my last day 2020 , on Oneida lake
-
X2
X3
-
We chased lakers today , nothing note worthy, but some keepers , I unbuttoned several , sat in the slush ,and water and the wind was ripping
-
We chased lakers today , nothing note worthy, but some keepers , I unbuttoned several , sat in the slush ,and water and the wind was ripping
Perfect day Freddie!!😁😜
-
We fished out of Mill tonight.. Wasn't to bad going out but coming back in was a little rough..we had to stay on the gas the intire time..If you own a Wheeler leave it home. It Will be 46 on Wednesday. With that being said will be going north for Wednesday. Hopefully will grapple a limit early tomorrow.
-
We chased lakers today , nothing note worthy, but some keepers , I unbuttoned several , sat in the slush ,and water and the wind was ripping
Sounds fun to me! Lakers are definitely tough to keep hooked sometimes.
-
You know Bruce I’ve been lucky over the years I’ve caught nice flats , perch and and double digit eyes but for just plain fun lakers and LL salmon make my T levels rise 😉
-
Snuck out for last hour and a half yesterday. It was def a little rough on the way in. Shanty was weighed down with slush and snow by the time I got to shore. Sled ran good though. Just had to stay on the throttle 😜
-
getting slushy sled stayed on top for most part
-
PM trip getting slushier but its not real deep everything is setteling but its wet out there
-
PM trip getting slushier but its not real deep everything is setteling but its wet out there
[/quote thanks Oneida 1
-
Good goin' guys. The perch look good DeadEyez. The 3rd week of February was always my prime time. The slush sounds crappy and it'll get worse this weekend; but it's always colder out on that BIG ice cube...maybe it'll all stiffen up after that. Good luck & stay safe out there.
-
I know your not supposed to run with out a ridge hitch but when it’s slush a long rope works much better no build up in front of your shack to dog ya down
-
I know your not supposed to run with out a ridge hitch but when it’s slush a long rope works much better no build up in front of your shack to dog ya down
14 inch yeti buckets are illegal also but people still use them
-
If someone says something about no ridged hitch tell them check dmv regulations they still say only for towing people
-
If someone says something about no ridged hitch tell them check dmv regulations they still say only for towing people
Wrong anything towed must have a ridgid tow bar
https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/PAR/25.03
-
Rigid tow bar on a snowmobile at all times. With or without a person being towed.
-
Thanks Brad, You beat me to Your post. Here are the rules for ATV operation.
YOU MAY NEVER OPERATE AN ATV
Other than while seated on the permanent, regular seat.
With a passenger, unless the ATV is designed to carry a passenger.
At a speed too fast for existing conditions or potential hazards.
In a careless, reckless or negligent manner.
While intoxicated or impaired by alcohol or drugs.
On the tracks or right-of-way of a railroad.
On a highway, if the ATV is equipped with studded tires other than automobile-type studs.
In a tree nursery or planting in a manner which damages or destroys growing stock or creates a substantial risk of damage or destruction.
Within 100 feet of a dwelling between midnight and 6 A.M. at a speed greater than necessary to keep the ATV moving.
While pulling a person on skis, a toboggan, sleigh, sled or trailer, unless the device is attached to the ATV by a tow-bar or other rigid connection.
On the ice or public water within 100 feet of a person, fishing shanty or shelter at a speed greater than necessary to keep the ATV moving.
Over an area cleared of snow for skating, unless necessary for access to public waters.
-
I got out tonight for the night bite. Only 8 or so marks. Caught 2 keeper walleyes and a short. It was pretty slushy on way out and on the way in it was a mess. Almost didn’t make it back due to the sloppy slush. Going to be tough for machines for a bit.
-
Good work Fishshack!! You mind me asking north or south shore you encountered those conditions? Thank You in advance!
-
Nice job fishshack. I almost went tonight but decided to wait until that slush firms up.
And no talking about tow bars on this thread. :nono:
-
North Shore. It got really bad the last 100 yards from shore. I was running beside it while pushing lol.
-
south shore is no better
-
Nice job fishshack. I almost went tonight but decided to wait until that slush firms up.
And no talking about tow bars on this thread. :nono:
😜
-
Thanks Oneida1 and fishshack!!
-
I went out for a few hours on the North shore and it was a sloppy mess. I only pulled two perch out of the hole. There were lots of lookers and few bites. After cleaning the fish, I noticed their guts were PACKED with 1" nymphs! Hopefully this helps ;)
Also, thank you again to the guy who helped with my sled!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BX8SvXQL/B6-D21-F92-C282-47-E7-8328-1-C685-C0-B4618.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BX8SvXQL)
-
I went out for a few hours on the North shore and it was a sloppy mess. I only pulled two perch out of the hole. There were lots of lookers and few bites. After cleaning the fish, I noticed their guts were PACKED with 1" nymphs! Hopefully this helps ;)
Also, thank you again to the guy who helped with my sled!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BX8SvXQL/B6-D21-F92-C282-47-E7-8328-1-C685-C0-B4618.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BX8SvXQL)
I went to chap last week and only catch 1 perch in 2 hours. 7 fathead in its stomach
-
Well done fish shack ,
Reason I mentioned a long rope for your shack is so it doesn’t bog your sled down and you get buried in the slush , tracks full of slush is no joke at all most 65 I’ll take the ticket versus more ruptured discs , and I know the law as that’s why my reply above stated that it is illegal,other times I run a hitch , but like everything it gets blown up just like posting a pic of a big fish of course that would have to be photo shopped
Jeez ,
-
Lots of silly rules!! Tow bar pulling a shanty is one. I could see if your pulling a sled full of children..... About 15 years ago I got a ticket for no helmet on a 4 wheeler. It was glare, slippery ice. I didn’t know it was a law back then. I told the officer it was more dangerous walking on that slippery ice than it was driving 10 mph on a wheeler. Which it was!!
-
I walked out on the south side yesterday afternoon, first 500 feet tricked me into believing the walk wasn't going to be too bad. The perch that swam through were aggressive, didn't have to play cat and mouse with them at all...that was a nice change. 10" walleye slam after that. Came home with nine nice perch.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JDmqpqLB/IMG-3834.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JDmqpqLB)
-
Well done fish shack ,
Reason I mentioned a long rope for your shack is so it doesn’t bog your sled down and you get buried in the slush , tracks full of slush is no joke at all most 65 I’ll take the ticket versus more ruptured discs , and I know the law as that’s why my reply above stated that it is illegal,other times I run a hitch , but like everything it gets blown up just like posting a pic of a big fish of course that would have to be photo shopped
Jeez ,
Had the track full of slush last saturday on the way in from shackelton, I had to dig it out then lift the back while my wife hit the throttle to walk it out. Couldnt imagine being by myself and that happen
-
Not to mention that long rope helps keep your machine from filling your sled with snow and slush. Cover or not it’s suck covering your equipment in wet slush. Maybe less so with a sled but I run a wheeler and I know it can be an issue with a short rope. I’m with you filetandrelease I’ll take the ticket. I bet a lot of judges would probably toss it anyway if you your nice and respectful
-
Nice job on the perch trundog. How was the ice quality and thickness holding up? Thanks.
-
went out 1st light slushy but improved at noon when i came its crusting up and if it gets to low 20's tonight most slush should be set up
-
Thanks for the report.
-
Thanks Oneida1
-
Got out yesterday , windy with a wintry mix 🌝 back at it tomorrow 🎣🕳
-
Got out today and the weather was awesome
-
Got out today and the weather was awesome
How where the conditions ? Looking to bring the wheeler tomorrow....
-
Assuming the warm weather beat all the snow down so I will be heading down to Oneida for one last trip for eyes before the season ends as I do not get down there often... plan to go out off the north shore.. will report back what I find for conditions and hope to put a limit of legal eyes on the ice! --- Key word: LEGAL
-
How where the conditions ? Looking to bring the wheeler tomorrow....
I ran into a few big slush spots off Cleveland tonight. It was better than it has been though.
-
Walked out at Lewis Point this afternoon in full sun. Still pretty stiff on top considering. I could see where sleds and wheelers went through some slushy spots, but didn’t look too bad. Very slow fishing, but beautiful afternoon.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sn1LqS2z/5-BE71336-1-A95-4-BF0-884-C-BC04-F74955-E3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sn1LqS2z)
-
Travel was still decent with the wheeler tonight on the NE side. We'll see what this warmup and rain does.
Moonrise to the east.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJHZ6BJd/76948408-F0-FD-47-A0-AAEF-92-CC2-F9-CFBD5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJHZ6BJd)
Sunset to the west.
(https://i.postimg.cc/q62kL0d4/57880-A91-C3-BF-47-DC-BBDA-9-F44-EEFBEB28.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/q62kL0d4)
-
Great afternoon to ditch work and get out one last time. Fish where cooperative and weather was perfect.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jL8tZq5p/AD6-B963-D-95-DC-46-BB-BBEE-FC2-E0-E496-F8-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jL8tZq5p)
-
Awesome pics guys. I would have loved to have been out there this evening with that sunset. Haven’t fished since Monday evening. Heading out in the morning. Good luck to everyone going out tomorrow.
-
Nice pics.
-
i took almost the same pictures in the same area! it was beautiful out there, managed a couple walleye and some big perch as well. :o
-
Fished this morning until 11:00. Fishing was slow. Stayed on top of the slush areas for the most part on the way out. On our way in it was a sloppy mess with the rain starting. Had to throttle through the slush all the way in. Hopefully the rain knocks it down and it freezes back up Monday and Tuesday.
-
Thanks DeadEyez
-
Lost a set of Nissan keys out of Mill Street in the slush last week. I have another key but its $60 to get another one made. I like to have a spare.
-
Hiked out on the north shore Friday. Got a few short eyes. Did ok on the stripes. Marked fish all day long. Best eye bite was mid day.
(https://i.postimg.cc/685H5FJF/Resized-20210226-160233001.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/685H5FJF)
-
Nice haul Youngblood
-
Nice haul Youngblood
X2
-
Went to Chapman today walked about about 3 miles. Only got two nice perch. Did not mark many but two of the four did hit. Left my 4 wheeler at home, big mistake. No slush spots where I was. hopefully the ice holds up for a couple more weeks.
-
Went to Chapman today walked about about 3 miles. Only got two nice perch. Did not mark many but two of the four did hit. Left my 4 wheeler at home, big mistake. No slush spots where I was. hopefully the ice holds up for a couple more weeks.
I’m headed there Tuesday. Fish there often. Is most of the snow gone and is the lake bare ice. Hard to tell on the webcam. Trying to decide if the studded snowmobile would be the better decision. Thank you for your report.
-
Walked off Lewis Point this morning at 9:30, didn't feel like making the wee morning run. Good walking surprisingly, top was tight and needed creepers as no snow on top to speak of. Made stops in 26, 28, 30, 35 fow on the way out, would get a couple marks very briefly at each stop, then right back into the muck they went. Stopped at 29 on the way back in and hit 1 nice perch just as the noon whistle was winding down. Was the only one out of the dozen or so I marked that had any gumption. As for drilling, solid white top of 4", 4" slush under that, then 8" clear under that. Nice morning and never set up the hub, easy drag.
-
Nice report regulator 👍 to bad the catching wasn’t better
-
Fished out of Chapman today, 9:30 - 2:30. As stated on last couple of posts the drag literally could not be easier. Ice seems to be holding up fairly well. Ended up with 4 nice perch and one short eye, all in 22 fow. Still a lot of lookers but bite seemed to be a little more aggressive than last couple of weeks. Back at it on Tuesday.
-
Thanks filet, me trusty kastmaster saved the skunk. Was nice to get out and set on a bucket!
-
Fished out of Chapman today, 9:30 - 2:30. As stated on last couple of posts the drag literally could not be easier. Ice seems to be holding up fairly well. Ended up with 4 nice perch and one short eye, all in 22 fow. Still a lot of lookers but bite seemed to be a little more aggressive than last couple of weeks. Back at it on Tuesday.
Great report. Thank you
-
Thanks filet, me trusty kastmaster saved the skunk. Was nice to get out and set on a bucket!
That lure has saved me more than once
-
That lure has saved me more than once
The old Billy Baroo
-
Lmao
-
Yessir, the old Billy Baroo... lmao! Well played regulator ;D
-
Out of Lewis today. hit east side of it, started in 27, not a single mark, came in to 13, 15, one mark not a touch. Went to west side of it 24 ft, waiting for the 5pm rush , Had over a dozen come in, slow follows up, 6 ft off bottom max. swapped raps, out, went smaller, went to glow spoon. Then tried a minnow on a ball jig. Still couldn't get them to kiss anything. But was a ton of fun watching them on panoptix, they were busy but smart enough to stay away.
-
Enjoyed reading your report Tg8. Thanks for sharing.
-
Out of Lewis today. hit east side of it, started in 27, not a single mark, came in to 13, 15, one mark not a touch. Went to west side of it 24 ft, waiting for the 5pm rush , Had over a dozen come in, slow follows up, 6 ft off bottom max. swapped raps, out, went smaller, went to glow spoon. Then tried a minnow on a ball jig. Still couldn't get them to kiss anything. But was a ton of fun watching them on panoptix, they were busy but smart enough to stay away.
Last weekend I had the same problem and actually went with my bigger raps and was getting em. Red and silver. Biggest I had. #7 maybe?
-
Last weekend I had the same problem and actually went with my bigger raps and was getting em. Red and silver. Biggest I had. #7 maybe?
That happens a lot. Everyone tries downsizing but a lot of times upsizing is the ticket.
-
That happens a lot. Everyone tries downsizing but a lot of times upsizing is the ticket.
X2
-
Went out yesterday from 2-6pm...drag ou wasn’t Too bad. No perch takers but saw plenty of jumbos on the camera. Ended up with 5 eyes... 2 shorts that went back and 3 nice ones for the limit . Lots of lookers on the screen all afternoon but it was a challenge to get them to commit.
-
I always went bigger because I felt that the jig dropped faster and that is what trigger them...h2l
-
I also upsized from a #5 rap to a #7 rap this past week and it definitely helped.
-
ice is still in good shape but got tired of fighting the wind and poor fishing
-
That happens a lot. Everyone tries downsizing but a lot of times upsizing is the ticket.
Interesting. I had 2 holes one with either a #5 jigging rap or small jig and minnow and in the other hole a small Caty jig with spikes on it. They took the Caty jig. Next time, I will try a larger size.
-
I up sized from a #5 to a #7 for the Perch the other day. I did get a couple on it but they seemed more responsive to the #5. What worked for me was to fish higher in the water column 2 to 3 ft. Off the bottom and not waste my time with the ones glued to the bottom.
-
Man is that wind ripping tonight! Wouldn’t want to be on that ice. You would be wind surfing lol
-
Man is that wind ripping tonight! Wouldn’t want to be on that ice. You would be wind surfing lol
X2!! You ain’t kidding...!
-
X2!! You ain’t kidding...!
X3 our power just went out
-
Mine flickered
-
anyone thinking of going out tmrw AM use your judgement the wind may lay down but theres gust around 60mph as of now
-
Hope nobody was out on the ice tonight when this wind started ripping.. if anyone got caught in it I hope you made it home safe..
I've been on Oneida on days with 15mph wind and days when there was supposed to be no wind/calm and somehow the breeze just cuts right thru ya on the big lake!
-
anyone thinking of going out tmrw AM use your judgement the wind may lay down but theres gust around 60mph as of now
Originally wanted to fish tomorrow but for that reason alone I’m coming Wednesday instead. Plan on fishing a few days. Looking forward to it. Most likely my last trip on the ice this season. It’s always bittersweet to see it end.....
-
i would say after last nights temp there is no slush out there lots of bare ice wind was brutal and swept the lake clean theres almost no snow, creepers would be smart to have
-
I can't get the old Billy Baroo outta my head. Cracked me up. Want drop my favorite Blue Kassmaster in the toilet, I know there's a walleye down there
-
Snub nosed brown trout down there
-
i would say after last nights temp there is no slush out there lots of bare ice wind was brutal and swept the lake clean theres almost no snow, creepers would be smart to have
Spot on oneida1. Got out here at noon. Bare ice and no slush. Creepers are a must. Def slick out here.
-
hockey skates are fun till you find some ones hole
-
hockey skates are fun till you find some ones hole
Is it hard to swim in cold water with ice skates on??
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vsXwJTLfXG4
-
So you get into any this afternoon deadeyez?? I had a window to go after work but chickend out. Cold with that wind. Maybe Thursday or Friday
-
Headed out around noon today. Wind was still whipping pretty good. Only a few guys out that I could see. Found some perch but only managed one lol. Missed a few and a bunch of lookers. Had a nice flurry of eyes before dark and put 8 keepers on the ice in 10 minutes. It was chaotic for a few minutes lol. Great sunset tonight too.
(https://i.postimg.cc/PNj3YC8s/75-BE23-DD-2295-4-F3-B-8450-723-A15-C02-E33.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PNj3YC8s)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7bnBVqgC/AF26-E42-B-D139-4237-8392-DF82-F327-BFB2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7bnBVqgC)
-
Sweeeeeeeet!!!!! Nice catch man
-
Thanks. Was nice to run into some eyes that I didn’t have to measure
-
For sure. Iv been finding same thing lately. If I do end up with any at end of the day there all caught within minutes of each other and only lasts 15 mins or so
-
Those are chunks! Nice catch deadeyez!
-
Good work, Snoop!!🎣🕳
-
Good work Bob
-
very nice
-
Nice job. Maybe next year I’ll finally pull a whole limit thru ice. Then again if it goes to 5 who knows. Lol
Keep getting em guys.
-
Great job Bobby!
-
Great job Bobby!
X2 DeadEyez
-
Great looking fish, DeadEyez! You're finding the healthy ones.
Nice sunset too.
-
Thanks everyone. Looks like the weather looks good for the rest of the week into the weekend. Good luck to anyone venturing out!
-
Nice Fish, great picture as usual. Great Day!
-
Had to really tease um today
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdN8Gv4F/20210303-084557.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdN8Gv4F)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sn8QRXN9/20210303-152842-Burst01.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sn8QRXN9)
And this little walleye
-
Nice work on all the success guys. I'm thinking about heading out there Saturday morning and would like to brig my wheeler. Was thinking about going out of apps or Taft can canyone tell me how the access looks? I know.some places are getting iffy for wheeler access.
-
Travel should be great for a wheeler on Saturday. I would assume both Apps and Taft are fine for access.
I have not seen anything iffy yet and where I get on is the first to get bad.
-
Thanks reeleyz. Now if I can just find some eyes. I only make it out a few times a season as I spend most of my free time on lake george jigging lakers. This will be. my 3rd trip this year and I have had a terrible time finding keeper eyes. Lots of jumbo though to make the trips well worth it. Hopefully with the wheeler I can get away from the crowds and do some more searching.
-
Nice catch yotecatcher. They def were picky today. I only ended up with 2 jumbos this afternoon.
-
Thanks DeadEyez
-
seen a couple reports on fb last night that north shore got a big ice heave and wheeler sunk in the mud at godfrey launch, be careful. cant wait to get out this weekend!!!!
-
Ice still safe enough to bring utv out there this weekend?
-
Ice was in great shape last night at Lewis Pt couple of cracks beginning to open nothing major. Fishing was slow for me.
-
Fished today out from Godfrey.. marked the most fish I've ever seen on Oneida all morning but couldn't BUY a bite.. was very frustrating, normally i struggle to find them but when I do I can get at least a handful to commit.. not today... fished the first drop, made a few moves and ended up out at the 2nd drop in about 35 fow. Threw every lure in the tackle box at em. I know its getting late in the season but any help is appreciated!!
-
Fished today out from Godfrey.. marked the most fish I've ever seen on Oneida all morning but couldn't BUY a bite.. was very frustrating, normally i struggle to find them but when I do I can get at least a handful to commit.. not today... fished the first drop, made a few moves and ended up out at the 2nd drop in about 35 fow. Threw every lure in the tackle box at em. I know its getting late in the season but any help is appreciated!!
I feel your pain tblaster I struggle miserably on Onieda ice I feel I'm doin everything I should and just can't crack that nut. on soft water I have a blast but rite now I'm scratching my head, and it's not kooties either
-
Tblaster i feel your pain thats how it was for me yesterday found the fish couldn't get them to bite threw everything but the vex and shanty lol
-
Hate to say it but that’s fishing! Had plenty of those days where it seemed I was fishing in a wasteland. Oneida is a hard lake to figure out. That’s what makes all of us coming back for more. Had some good success yesterday off Lewis switching it up and going shallow (20-18 fow).
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PpjVgzpr/20210304-070545.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PpjVgzpr) These were in the perch I caught yday
-
I think you are trying too hard. Take 4 lures, all the same size and color. There, now you don’t have to worry about that. Turn the vex off once you have found fish . Read a book and jig with the other hand.
-
Well said Old Timer. Sometimes it’s not always about killing ‘em
-
Just paying your dues.
hinkydo - FISH ON
-
Fished today out from Godfrey.. marked the most fish I've ever seen on Oneida all morning but couldn't BUY a bite.. was very frustrating, normally i struggle to find them but when I do I can get at least a handful to commit.. not today... fished the first drop, made a few moves and ended up out at the 2nd drop in about 35 fow. Threw every lure in the tackle box at em. I know its getting late in the season but any help is appreciated!!
Yesterday fished from dark to dark and managed 6 jumbos, two short walleyes but had to really coax them. Today I felt just like you did. Tried literally everything lol. I think the winds played a roll today. I did manage another 5 jumbos today but thought the fishing was really tough. One thing that helped me get bite both days was jigging higher in the water column. Jigging close to the bottom the fish would just stare at it and then go hug bottom. I think the more aggressive fish liked it up higher. Frustrating I know.....and that’s fishing. Here for a few more days. I’ll give er another go tomorrow. Good luck to you if ya get back out!
-
Gas holes of the beach
N 43.19519
W 075.73639
N 43.19624
W 075.73305
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn/56-C8-E595-382-D-47-B7-86-AA-0-A3-CBD24-FD6-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn)
-
What are these coordinates?
-
What are these coordinates?
He listed a gas hole
-
Sorry thought they were GPS coordinates
-
Sorry thought they were GPS coordinates
They are
-
They are
Thanks for posting it to the list ,
-
Thanks for posting it to the list ,
X2.
-
Can someone please stop this wind? Cut my day short yesterday. Got tired of fighting it.
-
Can someone please stop this wind? Cut my day short yesterday. Got tired of fighting it.
X2!! Brutal out here.....ugh!
Has really slowed things down
-
Wind ripping bad? Should I pass on today and shoot for tomorrow instead???
-
Wind ripping bad? Should I pass on today and shoot for tomorrow instead???
I don’t think tomorrow is supposed to be much better. High winds of 15-25 forecasted through Sunday for Oneida. Last trip on the ice for me this year. So I’m fishing regardless
Good luck
-
I can always walk back - going for it.
-
You really need to be on your “A” game setting up and packing things up! 20mph sustained out here.
-
fyi theres a open gas hole approx mile east of dutchmans and a lil north of dutchmans
-
Saw a good size gas hole straight out from chapman's about 1.2 miles out
-
fyi the one i saw is on navioncs was updtaed 2/25/21
-
below thanks that looks like a machine eater too
-
First time I used my anchor on my 1 man
(https://i.postimg.cc/yD6z79MP/9-C04-CF4-A-68-C1-431-F-B4-F8-BB58-C83-E2690.png) (https://postimg.cc/yD6z79MP)
-
I was going to go tonight but I took a hard pass with this wind!
-
Goon and I lasted till noon
-
I was going to go tonight but I took a hard pass with this wind!
Same here Bruce! I was goin back and forth about it then said I’m gonna pass. I’ll try it tomorrow afternoon.
-
Come on Bob , just for an hour so you can catch your eyes 😜
-
Come on Bob , just for an hour so you can catch your eyes 😜
There’s still time!
-
There’s still time!
Good luck guys
-
Gas holes of the beach
N 43.19519
W 075.73639
N 43.19624
W 075.73305
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn/56-C8-E595-382-D-47-B7-86-AA-0-A3-CBD24-FD6-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn)
This thing just looks sinister!
Scary......Thanks for posting.
-
The West coordinates on the post of gas hole at the beach are incorrect. I don’t know what they are but know that it may have been mistyped.
-
Gas holes of the beach
N 43.19519
W 075.73639
N 43.19624
W 075.73305
(https://i.postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn/56-C8-E595-382-D-47-B7-86-AA-0-A3-CBD24-FD6-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kgWD5gn)
That is wild, look at the sled tracks from when it was softer on top. Couldn't see it back then with the snow, that was a close call for somebody
-
Come on Bob , just for an hour so you can catch your eyes 😜
lol I may be getting wiser as I get older...don’t tell anybody though 😂
-
The West coordinates on the post of gas hole at the beach are incorrect. I don’t know what they are but know that it may have been mistyped.
try this one
N 43°11'46"
W 75°43'59"
N 43°11'43"
W 75°44'11"
-
This thing just looks sinister!
Scary......Thanks for posting.
they are nasty, this one is even more scary, It’s closer to the shore in 10 feet of water
(https://i.postimg.cc/qNfzRMCN/6-E54444-E-1-D89-417-F-B97-A-A76-FE73-EEC83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNfzRMCN)
-
they are nasty, this one is even more scary, It’s closer to the shore in 10 feet of water
(https://i.postimg.cc/qNfzRMCN/6-E54444-E-1-D89-417-F-B97-A-A76-FE73-EEC83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNfzRMCN)
Boy,,,, You’re not kidding!
I think it’s great everyone on here keeps track of these and to keep all of us safe. I’m really intrigued by them but super freaked out
as well. The snowmobile tacks next to them just blow my mind......
-
That is wild, look at the sled tracks from when it was softer on top. Couldn't see it back then with the snow, that was a close call for somebody
Thought the same thing. Insane picture. Must have looked at it 30+ times today.
-
Walked out of Chapman at 8:00 am. Solid glare ice, by far the easiest walk this year. Definitely need ice creepers. Fished in 28 fow with 8" of ice, lots of marks right away, got a couple of perch to commit. They were most aggressive when jigging a medium sized Rap up 3' to 5' off the bottom. I was anchored down but the one man was still getting blown around pretty good, forgot to bring weights out to hold the skirting down which rendered the little buddy heater fruitless. Kept visualizing the iconic Marilyn Monroe "flying skirt" image and it was all over with, fished 1 hour. The ice was noisy, heard and felt some good quakes. Back at it tomorrow morning. Cookies Bait Shop has been VERY generous all season long with buckeyes, had to get 3 for 1 this morning there. Good People!
-
I walked out of Chapman at 12:30 or so, left around 3, just too windy. When I walked out there were 8 or 9 shacks around, when I left, there was just one other left.
I did have marks and chasers but nothing would commit. They would run up from the bottom and linger under my jig and then dash back down.
We will see what tomorrow or Sunday bring. May try one more day, or a day early next week. Otherwise, I think I am done for the season.
Oh and Cookies rocks, he gave me at least double what I paid for.
-
I walked out of Chapman at 12:30 or so, left around 3, just too windy. When I walked out there were 8 or 9 shacks around, when I left, there was just one other left.
I did have marks and chasers but nothing would commit. They would run up from the bottom and linger under my jig and then dash back down.
We will see what tomorrow or Sunday bring. May try one more day, or a day early next week. Otherwise, I think I am done for the season.
Oh and Cookies rocks, he gave me at least double what I paid for.
I left there (Chapmans) today at 12:30. Started before sunrise. Winds became unbearable. Fishing was tough. Caught 3 short walleyes at daybreak and managed 4 nice perch by jigging higher in the water column as well. Seemed to be the trick the last couple days.
Was my last trip for the year on the ice. Learn a little more each year on Oneida. Some really talented fisherman up there on that ice. I have a huge amount of respect for all of you. It’s always bittersweet for me this time of year. I really love to ice fish. Hope everyone has a great finish..!! Time to get the boat ready. Stripers just around the corner....
-
Have a great open water season man. Enjoyed your posts on here!
-
Have a great open water season man. Enjoyed your posts on here!
Right back at ya Deadeyez!!
I always look forward to reading yours as well on here. Especially when I’m up there fishing. Oneida is special. It fishes very similar to a lake I grew up fishing in Minnesota. Tons of structure and deep water flats. Everyone is super nice, helpful and laid back up there. I really like it. Safe rest of the season to ya!
Caught a beautiful sunrise yesterday morning.
Was a great finish to a great season!
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDR6bJTY/5241-E9-B8-0898-4190-9899-08-CEBC550050.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bDR6bJTY)
-
Didn’t fish today as it’s my day to take care of things glad you had a good time H2
And yesterday was slow and windy , but this past week has been slow for me , finding them but couldn’t unlock their jaws ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fdx9VXkb/48-A1-C7-D7-6-B16-49-AC-B052-2-EB591139-C3-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fdx9VXkb)
-
Didn’t fish today as it’s my day to take care of things glad you had a good time H2
And yesterday was slow and windy , but this past week has been slow for me , finding them but couldn’t unlock their jaws ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fdx9VXkb/48-A1-C7-D7-6-B16-49-AC-B052-2-EB591139-C3-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Fdx9VXkb)
Thank you Fred!
Stay safe out there and good fishing to ya.
-
Just came off 3" fresh powder over 13" ice. 7 frozen slush 6 black. Never marked so many fish and caught so few.
-
Just came off 3" fresh powder over 13" ice. 7 frozen slush 6 black. Never marked so many fish and caught so few.
Glad it isn’t just me 😃
-
Same problem. Ton of marks. All lookers. Ice was singing today with a couple “ice quakes”. Couple more days and I think my season is done.
-
If anyone found a rod box in parking lot at Lewis tonight please pm me ty
-
I found something off the north shore pm me with description and I’ll see you get it back
-
I found something off the north shore pm me with description and I’ll see you get it back
Was it a school of perch? I have been looking for them!
5 degrees at my house this morning and I am sure it is colder on lake. Hopefully that can negate some of this heat coming our way.
-
I found something off the north shore pm me with description and I’ll see you get it back
That limit of perch and18" eyes are mine could you clean them up I'll be over this evening to pick them up 😂😂😂😂😂😂
-
Was it a school of perch? I have been looking for them!
5 degrees at my house this morning and I am sure it is colder on lake. Hopefully that can negate some of this heat coming our way.
LOL , It’s not perch , but they are right out in front for ya 😉
-
First post here, was out from 4:30-6:30 last night, lots of marks, no fish until a flurry at 6:00, got 5 jumbos on the jigging rap
-
Not hardwater related, but I checked the chittenango lions website today and it says the opening weekend derby is on for this year!
-
Not hardwater related, but I checked the chittenango lions website today and it says the opening weekend derby is on for this year!
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHmkHsJr/158435087-5041446739259286-3207531659760119868-o.png) (https://postimg.cc/JHmkHsJr)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Nice Job RedBeard.
-
Nice Job RedBeard.
X2! Nice meal! 👍🏻
-
X2! Nice meal! 👍🏻
X3
-
Better bite for me this evening. Found a mixed bag. Couldn’t manage my 3rd walleye but no complaints
(https://i.postimg.cc/zV2QVfyW/38-CCAFDD-780-C-4998-91-A8-36-B9-A2-B313-D9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zV2QVfyW)
-
That looks like a perfect trip to me Bobby. Great job!
-
Niceeeeee! That looks pretty perfect......!!
-
That looks like a perfect trip to me Bobby. Great job!
X2
-
Nice haul eyes
-
Nice work DeadEyez!!!!!
-
Nice to see you found some hungry ones. I think I’ll try my last trip of the season tomorrow on the east shore. Hopefully I can find an auger along the way at one of the shops since I seem to have left mine at the chaumont bay parking lot last week 😩
-
Great haul DeadEyez! The dark colors on that tank perch are awesome. Don't think I've ever seen one that dark before
-
Thanks. There have def been some strange colored perch this winter. Was just talking with Fred about that the other day.
-
Way to go DeadEyez...I was always happy with a catch like that. Keep after 'em.
-
Nice job DeadEyez... I was off Godfrey yesterday afternoon in 18, 26, 39, 35 and 29 fow. Very tight lipped. 1 short eye to show for it. Wind shifted coming from east didn't help.
-
well judging by forecast we will have ice till close of walleye some warm temps next 48 hrs but then below or at freezing from friday till mid next week
-
well judging by forecast we will have ice till close of walleye some warm temps next 48 hrs but then below or at freezing from friday till mid next week
Agreed but keep your spud at hand as ice is not uniform , just this old buzzards .02
-
I made a quick trip tonight after work. The ice stiffened up good at sunset.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zHVkpTYy/07-F4-DEDD-E01-B-41-BA-830-F-8-E177889-E210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zHVkpTYy)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bdBgrV1k/734776-DE-31-F8-457-C-85-CE-97-B0-E4-D1-EF8-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bdBgrV1k)
-
Must of been a beautiful night to fish....
Great job!!
-
You did way better than I did today. I sat on watchers all day and ended up with 4 perch and 2 short ‘eyes. Really had to work for the few hits I got.
-
Awesome Bruce!! Wish I was out there this evening. Well done!
-
Thanks guys. It was beautiful out there.
Down to 28 at my house right now. Hopefully we don't get much rain so the water doesn't come up much around the edges.
-
Looks like the secret key to catching some keeper walleyes is to change your Iceshanty forum name to something that ends with "eyz" or "Eyez".
Hats off to Reel and Dead.
-
That’s it... I’m changing my name to KingPerchEyez!!!!😂
-
Looks like the secret key to catching some keeper walleyes is to change your Iceshanty forum name to something that ends with "eyz" or "Eyez".
Hats off to Reel and Dead.
Or fish in the afternoon from around 3 - dark. Ive noticed most of the good reports/pictures are from the afternoon bite. Tried it myself once earlier this season and caught my limit in 30 min right at sunset.
-
Yup or have line in water by 6am latest for morning
-
I only made it up twice. Both times in the last week and a half. Only 1 keeper to show for it but my biggest fish were around noon. Early and late were all baby eyes. Good thing I found ok Perch fishing.
-
Yup or have line in water by 6am latest for morning
^ This
I catch a lot eyes before sunrise.
-
ice held up ok top 2in soft after that hard,,, lil water on top in spots
-
I only made it up twice. Both times in the last week and a half. Only 1 keeper to show for it but my biggest fish were around noon. Early and late were all baby eyes. Good thing I found ok Perch fishing.
You threw a dart and hit the bullseye..perch were not a problem this year shorts were
-
As always I post good or bad , and yesterday we found perch but they were tight lipped again, 2 buds 4 miles down lake landed on an active school and landed 98
Nice yellows 👍
-
F & R, is that 9-8" perch? A good day at the office. I bet it got sloppy.
-
F & R, is that 9-8" perch? A good day at the office. I bet it got sloppy.
No it was 98 yellow perch
-
Got out yesterday from 5-6 after changing out both wheel bearings in the truck. Had a bunch of chasers but no takers. Saw some sketchy spots out there on my way out and back in. It was my last trip with the sled. I’ll be on foot from here on out
-
No it was 98 yellow perch
You came back 100Lbs heavier than you went out with. Sharpen the filet knives, Awesome catch!
-
You came back 100Lbs heavier than you went out with. Sharpen the filet knives, Awesome catch!
No it was buds 4 miles down lake that caught them , wish I was that lucky
-
i can't catch a cold
-
How's the ice holding up guys ? I'd like one more shot at it tomorrow Don't care where : any where between Sylvan and BB Just don't want to go swimming
Any advise ? Thanks
-
How's the ice holding up guys ? I'd like one more shot at it tomorrow Don't care where : any where between Sylvan and BB Just don't want to go swimming
Any advise ? Thanks
I was out last night and the top couple of inches were soft. I got on and off okay with the sled. The rain stayed away this morning but it is warm.
I have to imagine the water will start coming up some making a few spots tough to get on but most access should be okay I would think.
As fillet mentioned it’s a good time to dust off the spud.
-
As fillet mentioned it’s a good time to dust off the spud.
Spud shouldn’t have dust on it until it’s time to put it away for the season
-
thanks reeleyz I'll be sure to have the spud and also wear a life jacket
-
Spud shouldn’t have dust on it until it’s time to put it away for the season
I have it with me all the time used it first ice , now it will start getting some use soon
-
I have it with me all the time used it first ice , now it will start getting some use soon
I was thinking dusting off the spud meaning it’s been in the garage since first ice, apologies for the miscommunication.
I still spud throughout the season. Especially new waters. The potential benefits out weigh the additional time it takes me to get from point A to point B
-
When I am zipping from the shore to a known destination on my sled, the spud stays in my truck. If I am walking (normally early and late ice), I always have my spud.
-
thanks reeleyz I'll be sure to have the spud and also wear a life jacket
always in my shanty and i walk with that spud alot .....especially after snow with these morons cutting 3 to 4 foot holes out there ........ now if we get past today and tomorrow were all good ;D
-
When I am zipping from the shore to a known destination on my sled, the spud stays in my truck. If I am walking (normally early and late ice), I always have my spud.
X2
-
Got out yesterday from 5-6 after changing out both wheel bearings in the truck. Had a bunch of chasers but no takers. Saw some sketchy spots out there on my way out and back in. It was my last trip with the sled. I’ll be on foot from here on out
Good call too play it Safe Eyez's. Just think, Monday was perfect ice and Thursday considering calling it the season. Pic was this past Jan. 29th, my personal best day, Iced first keeper walleye, Great action and learning to filet proficiently, Im hooked!
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJWmdjLj/KVXG5430.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJWmdjLj)
-
X2
Mine even goes with me on my snowmobile
But walking on 12-16”s of ice it stays in my shack , as I’m familiar with the areas I fish
-
Nice fish coast 51 🎣🕳
It’s been a struggle for this ol boy ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/WdhHVjBN/5951-C2-F8-0212-4-AE8-B0-F7-16-C2-D16-D9-F76.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdhHVjBN)
-
Yes nice ones Coast51
-
ice held up better then i thought it would top couple inches a lil soft then solid
-
Mine even goes with me on my snowmobile
But walking on 12-16”s of ice it stays in my shack , as I’m familiar with the areas I fish
I’m going to start carrying mine more. A few times out I wish I had it and it wasn’t with me. I know I always feel better when I have it regardless of where we are in the season!
-
Nice fish Fred and Coast! A buddy was out today. Said he fished out by the buoys and top 4 or 5 inches was pretty soft where he was. Bottom 6-8 was still pretty hard ice.
-
I got out again tonight.
The bite didn’t start until after sunset. Same thing as last night.
Lost 3” of ice since Sunday where I was. There was still 12” of ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVsTDjZk/D04-BD173-6-E20-4595-A494-BDC1-B1-E57-D26.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVsTDjZk)
(https://i.postimg.cc/vcqbQMkL/D7-FDB827-096-D-4-DBF-A6-CB-9-A70-C99-EE549.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcqbQMkL)
-
I’m living vicariously through all you boys up there. Nice fish guys! That sunset is killer reeleyz! I checked the webcam at Chapman and caught some cool colors. What a night to fish....!!
-
I’m going to start carrying mine more. A few times out I wish I had it and it wasn’t with me. I know I always feel better when I have it regardless of where we are in the season!
X2 SPUD! I've slowly been putting together ice fishing equipment, a couple of seasons ago I left behind a bucket with every Ice rod and reel I owned in it at Chapman's parking lot. Within a couple of hours, all returned to me with the help of a friend posting on social media and an honest fisherman that's on the Ice Shanty forum, awesome memory! I'm a walker, have a wheeler just never gave it enough effort. I spoke with the guys at Lakeside Outfitters, shared his thoughts on ice rods. Currently I use a 24' Northland medium light rod, A Berkley -24'UL and a 24" medium "all middle of the road" ice rod's. They suggested adding a 30" to the mix. He explained MUCH better sensitivity with enough backbone for walleye's. The cost is about double and will have to learn how to set the hook in the close quarters of a one man but it made sense to me, said it could help for those finicky days, when I might be missing a few. First things first, A spud bar! Thanks everybody for the tips and suggestions thru this season. Appreciate Oneida1 for the bricks trick. Hold's down the shanty skirt on windy days and all the ice reports from you all! Good Luck and be safe out there.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qNbZYMxN/IMG-0955.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qNbZYMxN) not sure how I put our hounds pictures up but meet Parker and Chuck and Tight Lines!
-
I got out again tonight.
The bite didn’t start until after sunset. Same thing as last night.
Lost 3” of ice since Sunday where I was. There was still 12” of ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVsTDjZk/D04-BD173-6-E20-4595-A494-BDC1-B1-E57-D26.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVsTDjZk)
Great Pictures reeleyz! Keep em coming.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vcqbQMkL/D7-FDB827-096-D-4-DBF-A6-CB-9-A70-C99-EE549.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcqbQMkL)
-
Nice work and awesome pics Bruce!!
-
I’ve never taken the wheeler out on the ice without my spud bar because you never know when you’ll come up upon a iffy crack that needs to be checked before crossing also on windy days with bare ice you can use it to lay on the shanty skirt to help keep wind out
-
X2...Always check a crack with a spud before crossing it for the 1st time...remember, cracks get wider and more soft when it starts getting warmer...if you break through, the spud could keep you from falling into the crack. If I was a walker, I'd always carry a spud just for that reason also. Plus it helps your stride. I've seen people using 2 ski poles for that too. I spud could save your life.
Great fish and photos fellas. I hope it up stays a bit longer for you guys...I'd always quit when my feet began to get wet... :o
-
Nice work and pics everyone. My hardwater season has come to an end, glad to see others able to get out.
Stay safe!
-
My thermometer says 36 but the ground seems to be frozen here. Hopefully the lake got down enough to freeze. We didn't get much rain either.
-
Awesome pics and catch, Reeleyz!
The bite started after sundown? Sounds like they’re already going into open water mode.
Good luck and safe everybody
-
The Fat lady is singing.. Took a walk out from my shoreline today near messengers bay , The ice is deteriorating fast.. slusy top and some open water spots. with swift waters under the ice, Imho i'm calling it a season. No one ventured out today that i can see..
-
By any chance has anyone gone out of Lewis Point, i'm looking for ice conditions there. It's a 2.5 hr drive for me, looking at sunday. Thanks in advance for any info.
-
Check out the post above yours. Messenger bay is right next to lewis point
-
shore from state launch to chapman is getting iffy open water in spots also between east end of dutchmans theres and open crack at least 6 feet wide more in spots runs straight to south shore so dosnt look like you can even get to main lake from the launch, fat lady is singing boys,,,, I see 2 guys out one in front of chapman one east of dutchmans
-
Here is 1 on the west end
(https://i.postimg.cc/cKHSCg0v/46657455-017-D-4-AB4-80-FA-20-C5-E2-F87449.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKHSCg0v)
-
Came across the west end on 81 yesterday on my way to Massena and back, and knew it was all but shot. As I lost a couple weekends avoiding the snow and slush, it was a super short season for me. Had a bunch of fun and caught a few fish fry's so all was good. Time to get the boat ready. See Ya'll on the soft water, and have a great upcoming season. Be safe, and best of luck to everyone.
-
Damn not good!! Wind is cranking here on the northshore. Saw a guy out of spruce grove this afternoon. Hope he got off the ice ok with this wind
-
Just went to the beach and back, only saw like a few people out. The edges are sketched, Scriba creek and the other ones are running like hell too. Get out the planks and the floaties.
🤪
-
well fred what you told me in feb came true ....tat ice looks solid but there is lot of air init ...when it gets warm well lose this ice fast ....again you called it weeks ahead...good call man
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/2qCGNYCd/IMG-20210312-173000557-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2qCGNYCd)
Stacking big at the point
-
The north shore definitely took a beating. Saw a few guys out tonight. Not sure how much these cold nights will help with the water rising.
-
Just watched 2 guys mountain climbing to get to shore not sure why they were out so long. Lucky guys
-
Even with upcoming colder temps I personally would not trust that ice. Hate to see it go but was a good season nonetheless. Great to see everyone’s posts this year, be smart and safe. Till next year....
-
I would say its over ice is moving and stacking up in place even if we get cold temps the wind can move it around and cause issues our FD have better things to do then try to get people off the ice, I know bridgeport FD had 2 calls today about guys out on ice that may need help getting in,,, These guys are volunteers for FD with better things to do ,,,, after today its your own fault if you get in a bind out there
-
I had a good year on the lake and caught some good perch and only one walleye. Thanks guys that gave decent reports as to the conditions of how the ice was. Stay safe out there.
-
Had a decent season couldn’t get out as much cause of work. Prayers to anyone who ventured out today and got stuck out there. Don’t play with Mother Nature... it’s no joke. Never seen the lake lose all the ice that quick. Have a great rest of the year fellers I’ll see you all back here next season👍!!
-
Got 20 perch off the east side of Lewis Point today. When I came back in around 4:30 the ice had opened up from the point and for a long way down the east shoreline. There was also a new pressure ridge around the point that I had to spud through to get to shore. Another guy was coming from the northwest and had to navigate around some open water and had to get off where I did. Plenty of solid ice away from shore but closer to shore lots of holes and cracks were opening.
-
Fished the beach today. Walked right on in AM took some navigating to get off around 2pm. Male eyes are working there way in anyway. Gonna be interesting tomorrow. Might take some driving around and parking lot checking but like previous posts said good ice once your out....... and if ya do get in trouble got nobody to blame but yourself. My worst case scenario tomorrow is I’ll end up at a dinner somewhere lol. Only half hour trip for me in all honesty I wouldn’t chance it for much over an hour drive myself. Stay safe all
-
its the same every year the ice is ok 100yrds or so out but shore line goes 1st but once the ice starts shifting cracks can open up all over in minutes,, and ice pulls away from shore, wind is brutal tonight...
-
Yeah for sure!! What a tease. I remember this weekend last year open water fishing in front of the crazy clam. Could see giant ice burg out there couple hundred yards from shore. Would have paid a hundo for a ride out and back!! Lmao
-
Well it looks like the ice is done for me and I would like to thank you guy's for the help you gave me!! Your a great bunch!! I will be back next year better equipped and hopefully a better catch!!
Take care!!
-
Was talking to a guy who took a sled out yesterday. Said fine in morning, 5 hours later broke thru in a foot of water at shoreline trying to get back in. Told me he never saw ice deteriorate as fast as it did yesterday.
-
Lots of air in the ice , plus warm temps and add in the wind ,
I was out but not Oneida and lost a little over 4” yesterday
Soon it will be eating away top and bottom
Be careful everyone
-
The ice moved quite a bit last night. It pushed in in some spots.
I didn’t see anyone else out though which is sort of surprising.
Be careful if you go. The cracks are opening and things are still shifting a bit.
-
Bruce , Thanks for the heads up
-
fred you know where to find me buddy ........
i seen the pond at fair haven lose 15inches in a few hours but there was warm water coming in short walk thank goodness but it was getting bad and didn't even know it
-
fred you know where to find me buddy ........
i seen the pond at fair haven lose 15inches in a few hours but there was warm water coming in short walk thank goodness but it was getting bad and didn't even know it
I fished sodus Tuesday morning and watched it loses 2-3 inches in 3.5 hours
-
Thanks to onieda 1 and reelezy for your update on lady o this year have a safe season on soft water see you next year
-
Seen a guy on a 4 wheeler and shanty half mile east of 109 in the channel ,shanty's out at the beach my mom used to say ALL FOR A FISH god bless her
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXS7nWGV/t-mcdonalds-Filet-O-Fish.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXS7nWGV)
2 for 6 bucks and the only ice shifting is in your soda......... stay safe
-
I’ll take these 2 instead.
My son’s hand, not mine. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/87325QH0/0924-A96-D-EB4-D-4-C7-D-9-E72-4-EF28512-C42-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/87325QH0)
-
I’ll take these 2 instead.
My son’s hand, not mine. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/87325QH0/0924-A96-D-EB4-D-4-C7-D-9-E72-4-EF28512-C42-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/87325QH0)
X2
Lol!
-
Sure it is 😜
-
Yup I’d take the 2 eyes over 2 of McDonald’s carp sandwiches any day
-
Sure it is 😜
LOL!
-
LOL!
Good work
-
you guys really eat them huh ????? i'll take the perch
-
you guys really eat them huh ????? i'll take the perch
Love walleye.... love perch even more as well
-
bluegills then perch for me walleyes and crappies are ok ,,,none of them are worth taking a risk for
-
Good work
Thanks Fred.
-
Nasty walleye!!😜
-
Nasty walleye!!😜
Saving the perch population one walleye at a time! :woot:
-
Saving the perch population one walleye at a time! :woot:
You certainly are!! God knows I gave it a shot at depleting the perch population this winter. The perch won... for now. Open water is around the corner....😈🎣
-
The perch kicked my butt bad. Ungrateful little things.
-
The perch kicked my butt bad. Ungrateful little things.
They showed no respect!!🤬
-
you can'tcatch perch in open water ......your silly
-
Saving the perch population one walleye at a time! :woot:
I love it!! 😂 Nice eyes Bruce
-
Like one of you guys always use to post. Them fish will pay.............. another day!!!!!!! Lol
-
took a ride around the lake today with the mrs. alot of big open spots, and some huge wide open cracks. we pulled into sylvan beach parking lot, and here comes a sled pulling 2 shanties with 1 guy riding on back one. went right across the beach onto the ice, and out to the channel !! I couldn't believe it. was waiting to call the rescue, but they stayed on top, and proceeded to fish. hope they made it back to shore. the ice is moving around alot. it was piled up good just east of cleveland. got around to the south shore. just east of frenchmans, and dunahms island a huge opening atleast 100 yds across all the way across the lake. went across the brewerton bridge, and there's 3 more idiots 100 yds from the open water in the channel !! sometimes you just can't fix stupid. went to big bay to look at where they did a rescue yesterday where a wheeler went through. there's about 10 guys out there in the same area that the wheeler went through the day before !! we had seen enough at that point, and went home. I was out a handful of times this year, but didn't post ice conditions. It was a strange freeze up this year, and I knew it wouldn't last long once it warmed up. stay safe , and stay off the ice !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sully...
-
won't be long and we can have the boats in ;D
-
Like one of you guys always use to post. Them fish will pay.............. another day!!!!!!! Lol
I kinda remember saying that a time or two!😁
-
took a ride around the lake today with the mrs. alot of big open spots, and some huge wide open cracks. we pulled into sylvan beach parking lot, and here comes a sled pulling 2 shanties with 1 guy riding on back one. went right across the beach onto the ice, and out to the channel !! I couldn't believe it. was waiting to call the rescue, but they stayed on top, and proceeded to fish. hope they made it back to shore. the ice is moving around alot. it was piled up good just east of cleveland. got around to the south shore. just east of frenchmans, and dunahms island a huge opening atleast 100 yds across all the way across the lake. went across the brewerton bridge, and there's 3 more idiots 100 yds from the open water in the channel !! sometimes you just can't fix stupid. went to big bay to look at where they did a rescue yesterday where a wheeler went through. there's about 10 guys out there in the same area that the wheeler went through the day before !! we had seen enough at that point, and went home. I was out a handful of times this year, but didn't post ice conditions. It was a strange freeze up this year, and I knew it wouldn't last long once it warmed up. stay safe , and stay off the ice !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sully...
Thanks for the update Sully!!!😎
-
Heading to Rome for my second dose this morning, there are people out of the east end. I could see at least 4 groups. Darwinism is real lol. Ice is piling up in town, the edges are open water, or open dirt actually. Be nice to have some water in the lake when the ice goes out.
-
Yeh I know when to cry "uncle" putting my ice gear away today. Was a short season but got a few fish in the freezer. Snow shower going on right now combined with the cold tonight will only make the conditions more dangerous. We'll have an inch on ice on the open spots which is a recipe for disaster. Time to start getting the boat ready looking at the long term weather forcast we should be on the open water early. Glad there were no major issues on the lake this year lets keep it that way.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XB4vymKL/fat.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XB4vymKL)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XB4vymKL/fat.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XB4vymKL)
Stop that , now you go stand in the corner until further notice 😃
-
Stop that , now you go stand in the corner until further notice 😃
X2!!!
-
I tried this meateater recipe with walleye and onion rings. It is freakin’ awesome!
https://www.themeateater.com/cook/recipes/the-best-beer-battered-fish-recipe (https://www.themeateater.com/cook/recipes/the-best-beer-battered-fish-recipe)
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhP1x8Jx/A1154318-A061-4623-85-DA-6276651-D8-E8-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhP1x8Jx)
-
Thanks Bruce
-
I tried this meateater recipe with walleye and onion rings. It is freakin’ awesome!
https://www.themeateater.com/cook/recipes/the-best-beer-battered-fish-recipe (https://www.themeateater.com/cook/recipes/the-best-beer-battered-fish-recipe)
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhP1x8Jx/A1154318-A061-4623-85-DA-6276651-D8-E8-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhP1x8Jx)
I gotta try that I'm a firm believer that the frying pan was invented by a man who hated broiled fish
-
broiled?????
-
looks good reeleyz thanks for the recipe.
-
That looks just awful!!!!😜
-
bluegills then perch for me walleyes and crappies are ok ,,,none of them are worth taking a risk for
I agree with none are worth risking for.
But your off
Eyes perch then calis then the gills. Lol best wish in the covid world this year all
-
i don't like mushy fillets or fillets that fall apart ......blue gills top perch second 3rd rock bass waldos are better then crappies as long as thier small waldos
-
Gills, perch , eyes here also
-
I would have to put rockies caught in cold water somewhere in that list. My favorite is usually just whichever one of those I can catch at the time!
-
rock bass are the greatest fish God made you don't go fishing you go catching them they have big firm fillets that taste great and most people never target them ....easy to catch easy to clean taste great ..... :thumbsup:
-
I can honestly say I’ve never tried eating rock bass....
I love to eat fish and have tried most. Just not those. I take it you guys like them?
-
1st Perch, 2nd perch, 3rd perch, then perch!!!! 😁 walleye are nasty!!😁
-
I can honestly say I’ve never tried eating rock bass....
I love to eat fish and have tried most. Just not those. I take it you guys like them?
hard you try them you'll love them
-
hard you try them you'll love them
Interesting...
I’ve caught a bunch over the years. Have always just pitched them back.
-
My brother taught me apple blossom time is time to catch rockies. I don't like them as much if caught in the summer.
-
rock bass are the greatest fish God made you don't go fishing you go catching them they have big firm fillets that taste great and most people never target them ....easy to catch easy to clean taste great ..... :thumbsup:
good to eat and easy to catch. Exactly!
-
My brother taught me apple blossom time is time to catch rockies. I don't like them as much if caught in the summer.
Only time of year I even think about keeping rockies
-
I’m with KP! Perch it is!!
-
1st Perch, 2nd perch, 3rd perch, then perch!!!! 😁 walleye are nasty!!😁
I'll 2X, 3X and 4X the perch.
-
gills have got to be No 1 not sure who comes next but maybe spring time bull heads then it's crappie , wally and yes don't forget rocky I started keeping them one day when the gill bite was tough and was pleasantly surprised . They really are good when caught thru the ice
-
i caught some this year color was washed right out of them had to look close to know what they were
-
1perch 2 blue gill/sunfish, 3 walleye,,,,, dont keep anything else never tried rockies might this year and bullheads use to but just dont care for them.... normally stock freezer with perch during ice, and CR for the most part come open water
-
oneida lets go bullhead fishing i have extra buckets ;D
i love catching walleyes but i rate them 4th place myself
-
Frogger your right they aren’t harmful to eat , but are unappealing in appearance
I don’t keep peppered fish either
-
I can't identify those little black dots or the ugly beyge ones or even those red string like creatures but I do know that the more the fish relates to weed beds the more parasites you find. For instance same body of water, sunfish caught in the weeds are peppered but blue gills that spend more time in the deeper water ,not so much. Perch in Onieda not so many. Perch in Vermonts Bomoseen which are caught in the weeds are a mess I try to pick some out but if they're too many they go in the gut bucket. Hope the eagle doesn't mind
-
http:// https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_spot_disease_(fish)
-
I can't identify those little black dots or the ugly beyge ones or even those red string like creatures but I do know that the more the fish relates to weed beds the more parasites you find. For instance same body of water, sunfish caught in the weeds are peppered but blue gills that spend more time in the deeper water ,not so much. Perch in Onieda not so many. Perch in Vermonts Bomoseen which are caught in the weeds are a mess I try to pick some out but if they're too many they go in the gut bucket. Hope the eagle doesn't mind
Shallow water usually has slot to do with the black dots .... However I have never seen them.in crappies .....
-
Hey Trapper!
Now it’s over. :P
(https://i.postimg.cc/zb6RmLkB/289-F2-A4-D-5-A72-4702-9-A69-6-ED60444-EE30.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zb6RmLkB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJ8bYQLH/9-ECB8-D80-62-BC-4718-9755-1-C455-E52-FD15.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJ8bYQLH)
-
😂 Awesome Bruce!! Way to close out the season
-
beautiful picture man
naaa it's over for me my stuff is getting put up.........i guess i don't have the faith in life after death as you guys......
-
Now that’s custom! Nice finish
-
Well done Bruce
I’m still chasing perch and maybe lakers for a bit longer , first winter I have never fished for eyes on Oneida , just couldn’t leave those perch alone
-
Thanks guys. I still had 10.5” of ice but it won’t take much to break it up. Looks like a big warm up next week.
Good Luck Fred.
-
Thanks Bruce it won’t be much longer , boat is ready
-
Good work Bruce!!😎
-
By the way.... I was thinking about a fish I’d add to my list today. I’d have to add perch, again to that list!!😁
-
By the way.... I was thinking about a fish I’d add to my list today. I’d have to add perch, again to that list!!😁
they ain't that good KP you'd be better off fishing for sheephead and white perch
-
Anybody ever try sheephead? I know it sounds nasty eating those slimy things but it might be worth a try once.
Also, did anybody catch a burbot this winter? I did not.
-
Satellite image showing where the open water was earlier this year. It will be interesting to see if that opens up first.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BLztQmwB/FDCF27-AA-EBC1-453-A-BA56-1-A1-AB7126562.png) (https://postimg.cc/BLztQmwB)
-
Also, did anybody catch a burbot this winter? I did not.
My wife caught one out in front of chapman this year
-
they ain't that good KP you'd be better off fishing for sheephead and white perch
sheepshead I haven’t tried...white perch are for the garden bud!! 😁Anybody ever try sheephead? I know it sounds nasty eating those slimy things but it might be worth a try once.
Also, did anybody catch a burbot this winter? I did not.
First winter in some time I didn’t catch one.
-
I may try one this spring. Here in Fl. The Drum are spitting images of them, maybe not looked upon as favorably as a Pompano but above a Whiting.
-
Our fresh water drum are very good eating but for their size you don’t get much meat I have eaten some smaller ones under 5 pounds that compared to eyes
-
Salt water sheep’s head taste great. A couple from the Gulf of Mexico.. ;D ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/qzfMRqLG/5-F2-AAA3-C-4710-44-AE-8-B53-05340-F2-A42-EF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qzfMRqLG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGb7B8YC/AD4-CA099-1-D10-4947-94-D9-0858-AD89-D5-C1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGb7B8YC)
-
Shallow water usually has slot to do with the black dots .... However I have never seen them.in crappies .....
Not exactly true there is black spot disease which isn’t Harmful to the fish (humans I don’t know) but all fish can get it crappies included it’s from kingfishers poop and biomagnification shallow weedy lakes can get worms and parasites in the fish fillets tho can’t see them until you cut the fish usually and the intestines or fillets are filled
-
I may try one this spring. Here in Fl. The Drum are spitting images of them, maybe not looked upon as favorably as a Pompano but above a Whiting.
Black drum they are little different but they are good eating just watch for worms in those also lol
-
By the way.... I was thinking about a fish I’d add to my list today. I’d have to add perch, again to that list!!😁
I think I can help with your supply, give it about a week.
BTW, I got the boat out Sunday, spent an hour freeing up the launch to get the boat in.
-
Back in the old days my son brought a buddy (Tony) to camp with us for some fishing. Well Tony caught a sheep and wanted to keep it and eat it. So I showed the boys how to fillet it and mom did the cooking honors. When that fish hit the hot oil it curled right up, thought it was going to jump out of the pan! Anyway the kids mentality was that they caught it and where damn well going to eat it. The boys actually enjoyed it and cleaned their plates. They did say it was a little rubbery. Long story short Tony loved everything about fishing and I wish I could of taken him out more often. Tony ended up getting messed up with heroin and died of an overdose. Man that kid loved to fish, what a waste. This was years ago, and I'm glad to say my son is now a college grad, business owner and an avid fly fisherman.
-
Last few days on my way home through Brewerton I’ve seen anglers in shacks fishing in the channel, not too far from open water.😳😳😳😳
-
Back in the old days my son brought a buddy (Tony) to camp with us for some fishing. Well Tony caught a sheep and wanted to keep it and eat it. So I showed the boys how to fillet it and mom did the cooking honors. When that fish hit the hot oil it curled right up, thought it was going to jump out of the pan! Anyway the kids mentality was that they caught it and where damn well going to eat it. The boys actually enjoyed it and cleaned their plates. They did say it was a little rubbery. Long story short Tony loved everything about fishing and I wish I could of taken him out more often. Tony ended up getting messed up with heroin and died of an overdose. Man that kid loved to fish, what a waste. This was years ago, and I'm glad to say my son is now a college grad, business owner and an avid fly fisherman.
Weird to see but fish curl when they hit the pan cuz the fish is actually too fresh rigimortis or nerves still acting it is if you wait ten hours give or take no curling of the fillet
-
Rugburn sorry to hear about your son's friend ,it's an awful disease. Glad your son is doing good. Hopefully see you out this summer.
-
That fish was only an hour out of water, you're probably right! Just like eating venison that hasn't been cooled. No Bueno.
-
Thanks XC, I'll be out in your neighborhood soon. I'll look for the tan colored Toon! I'm running a black Lund these days.
-
Rugburn we will be the only tan toon out there lol. Unfortunately mom passed away last fall but the wife and I were able to buy the house so you have permission to fish inside the floating posted signs.
-
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing, prayers sent XC. God Bless....
-
I caught some ocean Drum off southern Jersey once. The wife made a fish chowder with it and it was pretty good. Not sure how they compair to a fresh water drum ,but I think I'll pass
-
Sorry about your loss XC. I was in your shoes a couple years ago and it isnt enjoyable in the least. Thinking of you and your family
-
XC sorry about your mom my prayers to you and family
-
XC600 Sorry to hear of your loss
-
While looking at the Chapman Park web cam I notice it looked like part of the hand rail on the peer was missing. Ran the time laps and see they took most of the railing off. What are they doing to the peer? Does anyone know?
-
Well went across 81 south and noticed the guys were still fishing in Brewerton on the main sheet ,
-
XC, My condolences to you and your family.
-
XC600 Sorry to hear of your loss
X2 - prayers sent.
-
Thanks fellas she really loved Oneida Lake. Hope everyone has a great year!
-
Well went across 81 south and noticed the guys were still fishing in Brewerton on the main sheet ,
they’ve been there for days.... I bet there on a hot perch bite!!!🤨
-
Well went across 81 south and noticed the guys were still fishing in Brewerton on the main sheet ,
I saw that group out there today as well. They were over to the right today.
-
XC thoughts and prayers sent your way.
-
While looking at the Chapman Park web cam I notice it looked like part of the hand rail on the peer was missing. Ran the time laps and see they took most of the railing off. What are they doing to the peer? Does anyone know?
They take them off so the ice doesn't destroy them. Once ice is gone they go back up.
-
If that is the purpose for removing part of the hand rail, then why not remove all of it to aviod damage. There is still part of the rail remaining so the ice would damage that. I am skeptical about the purpose being to aviod damage from the ice. ???
-
Maybe some illegal scrappers took them?
-
I did not appear to be scrappers, the people looked like county employees and they did during daylight not in the dead of night. Looked like they had a Bobcat Backhoe or similar piece of equipment.
-
Managed some late perching on the ice , no Oneida , had a decent bite , this time of year I’ll take what I can get
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfbGYDMN/23172-D45-BD5-D-476-E-BF68-DB68-E4-D97313.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfbGYDMN)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QBZ0NRnf/296-E2-B31-5993-4940-9-F97-901-E3-E07-D88-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QBZ0NRnf)
-
Managed some late perching on the ice , no Oneida , had a decent bite , this time of year I’ll take what I can get
(https://i.postimg.cc/FfbGYDMN/23172-D45-BD5-D-476-E-BF68-DB68-E4-D97313.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfbGYDMN)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QBZ0NRnf/296-E2-B31-5993-4940-9-F97-901-E3-E07-D88-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QBZ0NRnf)
What did use you to catch the thermos, Hali??
Nice haul!
-
What did use you to catch the thermos, Hali??
Nice haul!
Magnet and some mason line
-
Very nice!
-
Good work Freddie!😎
-
Nice catch Fred!
-
Nice work Fred.🇺🇸
-
Very nice Fred!
-
If that is the purpose for removing part of the hand rail, then why not remove all of it to aviod damage. There is still part of the rail remaining so the ice would damage that. I am skeptical about the purpose being to aviod damage from the ice. ???
A friend of mine takes them off so believe what you want.
-
Nice catch F & R
-
mcully, I am not say you are wrong. After thinking about it, they may have left the rail on the East side to protect the light post from ice damage. We seem to get a lot of strong wind from the East.
-
He said he plans to move the sign at the top of the hill too that's in our way with sleds.
-
freddie looks like you got back on them ...^5
-
Interesting. ??? ??? ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/gXzC1gN6/162847766-10225797696836969-7640892323626933750-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXzC1gN6)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Interesting. ??? ??? ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/gXzC1gN6/162847766-10225797696836969-7640892323626933750-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXzC1gN6)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
very interesting
-
I told my wife not to park there. I see a report about a rescue team being deployed to Verona Beach on myfishfinder, it looks like the picture above is why.
-
They're not all in Utica
-
i got a few myself freddie ....not oneida either
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZpVCtT1/1-per.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZpVCtT1)
-
If it wasn't on Oneida, why post it on this thread? Sorry I couldn't help but ask, carry on everyone...
-
If it wasn't on Oneida, why post it on this thread? Sorry I couldn't help but ask, carry on everyone...
because i'm trapper
-
because i'm trapper
Some good eatin in that bucket no doubt. Waiting for open water myself... looking forward to the smelt run
-
because i'm trapper
End of story!!! Lmao!!😂
-
If it wasn't on Oneida, why post it on this thread? Sorry I couldn't help but ask, carry on everyone...
Cause we can 😉
Here are a few from today , not Oneida
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q/67202-C11-B823-448-A-BCC1-FE3-B9-AFB5-D5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q)
-
Cause we can 😉
Here are a few from today , not Oneida
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q/67202-C11-B823-448-A-BCC1-FE3-B9-AFB5-D5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q)
If it wasn’t on Oneida, why post it??? Andy is a DK, he thought he’d ask!!😜😂
-
Good work on the perch boys!🎣
-
KP remember the false ice report last year
The old man remembers some stuff because the ice wasn’t safe and they weren’t even there , 😉
-
Some good eatin in that bucket no doubt. Waiting for open water myself... looking forward to the smelt run
i use to love dip netting for smelt ....
-
i use to love dip netting for smelt ....
Bringing my son for the first time this year... (he is 5) if nothing else just looking to make a good memory netting some smelt
-
Cause we can 😉
Here are a few from today , not Oneida
(https://i.postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q/67202-C11-B823-448-A-BCC1-FE3-B9-AFB5-D5-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7CVbDP4q)
i think there is a few more to go with them
-
Bringing my son for the first time this year... (he is 5) if nothing else just looking to make a good memory netting some smelt
:thumbsup: thats great
-
Thanks for the reminder , I’ve got a # left complements of mr a mrs crappie killer
-
Do any of you diehards know if the walleye hatchery will be open to visitors this year.
-
KP remember the false ice report last year
The old man remembers some stuff because the ice wasn’t safe and they weren’t even there , 😉
I remember my friend. People shouldn’t tell stories. You’re still sharp as a tack! Your inner guy..? Not so much!!! He can’t hold his mud!!!😂😂😂😜
-
Not true Release was in mud and swap up to his waste and it did stick 😜 Andy is a DK
-
Release is good for a good laugh at least once a season. 😂 He’s good for something!!!!😜
-
So what happened at the beach yesterday?
There was a post on the Facebook page and then it got removed.
-
So what happened at the beach yesterday?
There was a post on the Facebook page and then it got removed.
Some squirrel drove his car out on the ice from what I was told ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/CBCQj3L1/E9-BF306-D-1-D64-4-CC4-BC02-670551-E46-B91.gif) (https://postimg.cc/CBCQj3L1)
-
I heard there were anglers on Oneida today!! 🤨
-
I heard there were anglers on Oneida today!! 🤨
Hope they got off safe , and they whooped them
-
I heard there were anglers on Oneida today!! 🤨
hey there is at least 4 inches of honeycombed slush , is that bad????
-
hey there is at least 4 inches of honeycombed slush , is that bad????
10” of solid ice where I was. The bite was non-existent but it sure was beautiful out there.
I am done. It was a great year for walleyes but I struggled to find a consistent perch bite.
(https://i.postimg.cc/H8jFFFXG/4-DD61-D49-5-DDF-4921-9441-2-D461-DDD24-A6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/H8jFFFXG)
-
Until next season....
Great picture!
Enjoyed all your post as well.
-
Nice pic Bruce , looks like you had plenty of room ,lots of people where I was yesterday most gone by noon perch bite was slower
-
Nice pic Bruce , looks like you had plenty of room ,lots of people where I was yesterday most gone by noon perch bite was slower
cause ya caught them all
-
LOL , I wish , Oneida was tough perching for me this year, I did pretty well other places
I never targeted walleyes this ice season, but I’m sure I may give them a go from the boat
Trapp you might see me this week 🎣
-
Until next season....
Great picture!
Enjoyed all your post as well.
X2
-
300 days, 26 hours, 43 minutes and 11 seconds till ice!!!!😁
-
300 days, 26 hours, 43 minutes and 11 seconds till ice!!!!😁
Omg KPs inner child took over 😜
301 days 2 hrs 43 min 11
-
300 days, 26 hours, 43 minutes and 11 seconds till ice!!!!😁
so for us regular folk's who may wear an occasional python boot, :) is that Jan.17th 2022 first thing in the am? :)
-
so for us regular folk's who may wear an occasional python boot, :) is that Jan.17th 2022 first thing in the am? :)
Yes, give or take a few minutes!!😁 Omg KPs inner child took over 😜
301 days 2 hrs 43 min 11
DK!😜
-
so for us regular folk's who may wear an occasional python boot, :) is that Jan.17th 2022 first thing in the am? :)
Never heard anyone even close to calling release regular 😳
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn/24-AC18-F6-B075-485-B-89-E8-46-D9-B0-BDD94-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn)
-
Never heard anyone even close to calling release regular 😳
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn/24-AC18-F6-B075-485-B-89-E8-46-D9-B0-BDD94-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn)
Oh, you’re regular alright!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
-
Maybe It was normal 🤔
-
Maybe It was normal 🤔
Abby Normal
-
Never heard anyone even close to calling release regular 😳
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn/24-AC18-F6-B075-485-B-89-E8-46-D9-B0-BDD94-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4fsZXQn)
cool boots!
-
Yes, give or take a few minutes!!😁DK!😜
Roger that, let the count down begin with the Best days ahead.
-
Maybe It was normal 🤔
nope!!😂
-
Roger that, let the count down begin with the Best days ahead.
Have a good open water season!!😎
-
Have a good open water season!!😎
X2
-
300 days, 26 hours, 43 minutes and 11 seconds till ice!!!!😁
Can’t wait!!!
-
i rather fish open water
-
Still hanging in there
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9Cp1Xvw/IMG-20210325-183547352.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9Cp1Xvw)
-
Still hanging in there
(https://i.postimg.cc/N9Cp1Xvw/IMG-20210325-183547352.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9Cp1Xvw)
Some big wind , a little rain and poof get the boat s out
-
Just a quick question here. It seems the majority wants this ice to go away so they can get their boats out and fish. OK. That said what are you targeting?? Walleye season closed till May. Pan fish, perch, crappie???
Kim ??? ???
-
It’s perch season PMan.. ;D.
I’m going to be on a different lake tomorrow in a 6hp rowboat fishing between the shore and ice.. ;D
Besides perch taste way better than those stinking walleyes.... @)
-
Yes sir perch before eyes ,
-
PERCH!!!😋
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WqmvJRzw/4-B59-C343-7753-4434-BB35-F1-E8-F69892-E3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WqmvJRzw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/pyKxSjC5/76-F7199-B-3-EEB-4-F7-D-8-E63-6-A446-A7-BCE68.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pyKxSjC5)
Perchhhhh
(https://i.postimg.cc/fJZZQbq2/BF41-C9-D7-CFDC-4586-A751-D061-C68-CF17-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJZZQbq2)
-
Nice
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WqmvJRzw/4-B59-C343-7753-4434-BB35-F1-E8-F69892-E3.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/pyKxSjC5/76-F7199-B-3-EEB-4-F7-D-8-E63-6-A446-A7-BCE68.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WqmvJRzw)(https://i.postimg.cc/fJZZQbq2/BF41-C9-D7-CFDC-4586-A751-D061-C68-CF17-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJZZQbq2)
Now that's what I am talking about. Perch all the way.
-
I see the Sylvan Beach cam is finally back online.
-
The cameras are not as clear as the old ones.
-
13 3/4" nice slob PC.
Not my fish, Mcully caught them.
-
How many days until ice KP? ;D
-
🤔🤔😆
-
Buddy on north shore says the eel flies (big mayflies) are the worst they have been in a long time.
Meanwhile, I've only seen a couple on the south shore (but not complaining!).
Has this affected the fishing on the north shore?
-
Here’s a few flies , think the fish are feeding well lol
(https://i.postimg.cc/sMy25Fzs/2-B0-F8-E4-B-C005-4886-BC1-A-13-E36-F865-E49.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sMy25Fzs)
-
How many days until ice KP? ;D
180 days, 23 hours, 53 minutes and 44 seconds!!😁
-
I know there's Walleye Wednesdays during the summer. Does anyone do anything during the ice season on Oneida??
-
I know there's Walleye Wednesdays during the summer. Does anyone do anything during the ice season on Oneida??
Well last year APPs had a tourney every weekend with safe ice, eyes and perch alternating weekends
-
I found some fishing gear at the South Shore boat launch Sunday 10/17, PM me if you lost something and we can figure out how to get it back to you.
-
I found some fishing gear at the South Shore boat launch Sunday 10/17, PM me if you lost something and we can figure out how to get it back to you.
You should post this on MyFishFinder..... ;)
-
I found some fishing gear at the South Shore boat launch Sunday 10/17, PM me if you lost something and we can figure out how to get it back to you.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzzmmkzh/Screenshot-20211020-110250.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzzmmkzh)
-
The paddle was lost last night…
Fishing gear was found on Sunday.. ;)
But should still be posted on MFF..
-
The paddle was lost last night…
Fishing gear was found on Sunday.. ;)
But should still be posted on MFF..
My bad didn't look at the dates. Just know someone posted about losing something at south shore
-
My bad didn't look at the dates. Just know someone posted about losing something at south shore
That’s ok.
But still should have been posted there.
Maybe the night it was found… ;)
-
That’s ok.
But still should have been posted there.
Maybe the night it was found… ;)
Have to agree there 👍👍👍👍😃
-
Happy Halloween
(https://i.postimg.cc/hhQfj3Pm/84-C4-D231-F31-F-4-C89-9114-B209-EE3-AC876.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hhQfj3Pm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qzxhVbLd/DAE9-C484-41-CF-497-B-A37-F-7179386-FDF88.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qzxhVbLd)
-
Great pic Freddie! Happy Halloween!!😎
-
Got out last night , went early for a change , and got lucky at my first stop , fished about an hour landed 4 outta 5 , eyes were scrappy , they are in great shape and plump
(https://i.postimg.cc/QKt9sHk0/D1154420-D9-BA-4-A29-BE76-BF212-E385-B8-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QKt9sHk0)
-
Nice job Fred ..Leave me some for ice…
-
Nice job Fred ..Leave me some for ice…
I worry more about the boat guys leaving me some perch for ice season
-
X2 Freddie…
-
This should get your spirts up guys...
-
Nice to see the ladies enjoying a great sport
-
I'm with you Frogger these are some good looking fisher/ladies And they seem to know their stuff All my buds have beards
-
Managed to get out last night for some casting , glad I had my Go Warmer with me as my old paws have seen better days
(https://i.postimg.cc/1805B9KR/AFF5-CDF1-2774-4240-884-B-FD4-F0-CCFADCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1805B9KR)
-
Nice job Fred. I picked up a few from the boat yesterday.
Surface temp was 37. Not too bad really considering it has been on the warm side.
Looks like open water for a while…
-
Nice eyes!
-
Well done Bruce and thanks for the temp
I keep forgetting my thermometer
-
so....your saying the ice ain't that good yet huh?
:roflmao:
-
Managed to get out last night for some casting , glad I had my Go Warmer with me as my old paws have seen better days
(https://i.postimg.cc/1805B9KR/AFF5-CDF1-2774-4240-884-B-FD4-F0-CCFADCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1805B9KR)
What's up with the eye on the bottom fish?
-
What's up with the eye on the bottom fish?
That’s from setting the hook so hard, they go cross-eyed!!!! 😁
-
Ok , if I hit you that hard over the head your eyes would bulge to 😃
I dispatch my fish soon as I land them
-
Ok , if I hit you that hard over the head your eyes would bulge to 😃
I dispatch my fish soon as I land them
lol!!!! QUIET FISH!!!!😜
-
ah....ok...giving 'em a whack with the ole' shillelagh, are ya'? Makes sense now. I keep mine in the live well until I bleed them last thing before heading back to the launch. Thanks.
-
ah....ok...giving 'em a whack with the ole' shillelagh, are ya'? Makes sense now. I keep mine in the live well until I bleed them last thing before heading back to the launch. Thanks.
I'm 99% sure these fish were caught from shore
-
I'm 99% sure these fish were caught from shore
👍
-
No ice and temps above freezing so I hit the shore line, managed 2 keepers ,
(https://i.postimg.cc/WdjgStGz/20-D7-F26-D-02-F7-4-C2-F-A6-CA-833-A8-C2-C08-BE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WdjgStGz)
-
Nice fish! Can’t beat the weather for extended open water….
-
Nice fish! Can’t beat the weather for extended open water….
True , but wind direction has been a problem for me , but I’m not complaining fishing has been above average
Last year last outing was 12-20
-
freddie you did a sully on that poor walleye
-
freddie you did a sully on that poor walleye
I know that Release carries a 20 oz framing hammer. I just carry my trusty weighted bucket ;D Sully...
-
I know that Release carries a 20 oz framing hammer. I just carry my trusty weighted bucket ;D Sully...
Lol you give release a little to much credit
Although he isn’t wrapped real tight ,
-
Lol you give release a little to much credit
Although he isn’t wrapped real tight ,
:roflmao: yeah but at least he's smart enough not to eat sheephead or spam :roflmao:
i laughed so hard .............
-
:roflmao: yeah but at least he's smart enough not to eat sheephead or spam :roflmao:
i laughed so hard .............
and whats wrong with spam ???
-
Spam in the can makes the best ham salad sandwiches I’ve ever had!
-
you can't catch catfish on it
-
and whats wrong with spam ???
Well as a kid I had it fried , stewed and baked and a few ways that aren’t in a book 😜and trapp that was hilarious what you told me that catfish wouldn’t eat it lmao
-
Well as a kid I had it fried , stewed and baked and a few ways that aren’t in a book 😜and trapp that was hilarious what you told me that catfish wouldn’t eat it lmao
I was in the Navy for 8 years, sea rations, spam & crackers !!
and your right Trapp, there's so much grease in it it floats ::)
-
you can keep rust off a riffle with it or pack wheelbears if you need too......DON"T USE IT FOR CATFISH BAIT !
-
i rate it right there with potted meat
-
Wow! And, all along as a kid, I thought I was getting something special for dinner. 😄
-
Even a lake trout doesn’t compare to spam
-
Would rather eat a greasy fried spam sammy than a laker.. @)
-
hey theres people that eat spam with a straw and like it!!!!! thats _________ hard core......cat fish won't eat it tho
-
Bays are skimmed…..until tomorrow lol
-
It’s a start. At least the water temp is close.
-
Is there any safe ice yet??? I’m driving 20 minutes, don’t want to waste time making the trip!!😁 Thanks in advance!!
-
there is safe ice in my soda class
-
20 minutes 1 way or both ways ?? ;D ;D
1way….. it’s the 20 minute long ride back home, not finding ice, that will be the frustrating part!! Figured I get the info before the frustration factor sets in!!!😂🎣🕳
-
i don't want to burn my super secret spot nor give out info to anyone but regular local guys KP so i'll PM you
-
Is there any safe ice yet??? I’m driving 20 minutes, don’t want to waste time making the trip!!😁 Thanks in advance!!
i just checked the sylvan beach web cam looks pretty shaky to me .........now watch some moron get mad i didn't tell him how many inches there was what jig to use and what bait .....they just don't learn locals don't give up nuthin.........
before i get e mail this is complete BS and sarcasm i honestly was yelled at for mentioning looking at the web cam and not giving a ice report. :roflmao: oh there is a boat out there
-
i just checked the sylvan beach web cam looks pretty shaky to me .........now watch some moron get mad i didn't tell him how many inches there was what jig to use and what bait .....they just don't learn locals don't give up nuthin.........
before i get e mail this is complete BS and sarcasm i honestly was yelled at for mentioning looking at the web cam and not giving a ice report. :roflmao: oh there is a boat out there
Here he is at it against n trying to stir up trouble
-
i just checked the sylvan beach web cam looks pretty shaky to me .........now watch some moron get mad i didn't tell him how many inches there was what jig to use and what bait .....they just don't learn locals don't give up nuthin.........
before i get e mail this is complete BS and sarcasm i honestly was yelled at for mentioning looking at the web cam and not giving a ice report. :roflmao: oh there is a boat out there
I just want to know if you’re going to bring coffee and drag my gear out!!!!😜
-
I just want to know if you’re going to bring coffee and drag my gear out!!!!😜
lets keep this hush hush ........
-
Hey guys. Water was 35even yesterday. It’s the first year in a while the ice checks didn’t start in December, but let’s hope we can start making progress next week.
-
Thanks for the update on the water temp, Bob!
-
i'm going to go shoot bunny rabbits :)
-
Thanks for the update on the water temp, Bob!
X2
-
i went to the boat launch chapmans lewis point and sylvan beach i found no safe ice .........this is my only ice report for this year .....i did my duty
-
You can save a drive and look at the web cams 😉
-
no no no fred last time i looked at the web cams and said anything i got yelled at for no ice report lure section depth and exactly what the wind was ....no no fred this time i went and personally check i measured 0 ice ... the good news is it's not freezing uniform because everywhere i check was the same .....zero also i noted i seen no gas holes
-
Trapp gas holes are posted at top of NY PG
-
them things are scary ...nothing gave me butterflys like the guy that walked between the two ......that was scary
-
I remember when HT drove his brand new quad right over one…. Still don’t have it figured out how he didn’t get wet!!😁 I’m glad he didn’t though!!
-
There is a strange things happening on the lake, I dare not say how nice it looks. 🤣
-
Keep hush Tim!!! I know exactly what you’re talking about!!!😂
-
Patiently waiting…… ;D
I caught a glimpse on webcam at Chapman’s
-
I got out and what a tough day made several moves and waded through a pile of shorts ,
, managed to keep a dozen perch
And lots of well needed exercise 👍
Checked out another body of water, spuded out a ways but not quite ready , lots depends on the snow that is forecasted
-
Your on ice Freddie!! Exercise is always needed. You’re going to be in good shape when it comes time to take on the ice a bit later in the season. Keep after them!!🎣🕳
-
We goda be getting close to debating if big bay is safe to fish yet or not right?!?!?! Never fished that far west on oneida love to read about it though lol. Keeps me busy until the main lake Locks up
-
Ice man unfortunately not yet
-
Damn!! Thanks for the update anyway. Heard there’s greener pastures up north don’t care if I goda drive 3 hrs I’m drilling a hole into ice this weekend! Lol
-
The wind did a number on the skim ice that formed yesterday.
-
I bet. Maybe somthin will happen next week
-
Yeah def. Some single digit temps headed our way
-
high of lke 5 tuesday low -5,,, should help fingers crossed
-
Should be a good start at least.
-
no no no fred last time i looked at the web cams and said anything i got yelled at for no ice report lure section depth and exactly what the wind was ....no no fred this time i went and personally check i measured 0 ice ... the good news is it's not freezing uniform because everywhere i check was the same .....zero also i noted i seen no gas holes
i think i got caught up in that to last yr trap, no ice reports from me this yr well ill give this one no ice yet,
-
I and goon drove 200 miles round trip 2.5 weeks ago to check conditions on a few bodies of water , my understanding guys on FB have been giving reports and some were over exaggerated 1 spot was told 4” I checked it in several places 2.5 tops , some was 2” ,
I to have been bit , I’ve had guys tell me My reports weren’t right and I withheld information to keep the fishing to myself
-
Next Monday and Tuesday night's lows close to or below zero. Low winds on Tuesday night might lock up Oneida. I hope the snow stays off.
Keeping fingers crossed...
-
Anyone know the hours at apps bait shop ??
-
Apps tackle shop
1-315-675-6011
-
Thank you, I ended up driving to apps but it was closed, sign in window says not open till ice season,
-
Goooooooons lol 😆, we will get on the ice soon men tight lines and keep it tight
-
lake appears to have finally locked up from the cam perspective.........wi shing for light wind and no snow for ya'll from sunny Myrtle beach
-
It's all white here on the south east end.
-
Goooooooons lol 😆, we will get on the ice soon men tight lines and keep it tight
Who are you calling a goon?…..GOON!!😂 Good to see you back around, Bud!!😎
-
cant see any open water about an inch of ice 50 ft from shore
-
Friend said there was just one open strip along north shore. Shouldn’t be long now before there is walking Ice. I had set the date of 3 inches on January 17. Might be a couple days late.
-
the forecast sounds like it’s going to be windy with snow today , so let it do it now before we get 3-4” of good ice and really screw it up
-
I agree Fred. I would rather see a fresh freeze Monday night with the snow coming.
-
sylvan beach is wide open again
-
I took a ride around the lake after stopping to visit with Carl at mad River tackle
There is a nice sheet on the lake but I’m afraid it may not hold do to the wind that is forecasted , some parts of the lake like the east end is open
And the lake has been drawn down but so far not as bad as last season
To let every one know APPs will be open maybe Wednesday , Thursday for sure and he is really well stocked with lures , and he will have buckeyes , as of now he Has fats
315-675-6011 shop number
-
well weather report now puts heavy snow anywhere north of rt 31, 1 to 2 feet tmrw, not sure what will happen wind might break up ice which will cause the beach to have lots of shelf ice but not terrible thing or it turns into a watery slush mess and makes decent amount of white ice not all that bad either, ice isnt thick enough to support any weight from snow so dont see snow working as an insulator
-
Thank you everyone for all the recent post on current conditions. Let’s hope for the best…
-
That wind just kicked up. I am sure that ice will be toast. We’ll get this snow out of the way and hopefully set up a nice base. Next weekend has some cold temps too…
-
Thanks for update filet. Drove past east end Friday just before dusk had 4’ breakers went by yesterday bout noon looked like 1” of beautiful ice….. guess not so much today. Goes to show the water temp is ready to go. Looking forward to Wednesday. Hopefully the snow doesn’t F everything up🤞
-
sylvan was open yesterday it's froze again this morning
-
Not sure how much snow is hanging around Oneida but Pulaski area is getting belted , about 10” so far and still falling
By the looks of the cams Oneida may have been spared
-
weather map shows it missing oneida right now but if those bands move south were in trouble
-
Only a few inches here in Constantia last night and I am 1 mile north of the lake.
It is definitely missing the lake right now.
The East end is gonna have some nice shove ice!
-
It's not going to be pretty when this band slides down.
-
Is the east shore bait & tackle still open ? went buy there New years weekend it looked dark
-
well lake is wide open west of lewis point , lewis to the beach solid shove ice,,, so if the snow comes down will only effect what ice there is on east end
-
looks windy right up until midnight so hopefully it really pushes it to small chunks so it can freeze as a patchwork sheet instead of the big chunks under each other. Time will tell and we get what we get.
-
Keep your band up north!! We don’t want your stinkin snow down here lol. East shore bait shop closed couple years back. New sign at shop says dons bait or somthing like that. Iv never seen it open though. If I need bait that way I go to lakeshore outfitters right off Lewis point rd or bucks and bolts off 49
-
Kinda what I thought Iceman thanks
-
Ditto on Lakeside Outfitters.They are good with info and lots of tackle.Ive had them custom make harnesses for me on the spot.As well as add hooks to a couple of mine that had broken off.Tried to no charge me for adding the hooks.But I wasn’t having it.Bait shops are a must and I’ve seen too many go under.So I am more then happy supporting them any chance I get to keep them open.
-
Double ditto on Lakeside Outfitters!
Good bait, good info, nice selection of tackle.
So glad to have them near by.
-
Forgot to mention that it just started snowing on south shore, mid-lake.
Not coming down too hard (for now).
-
Happy to pay a little more for bait! The info you get back More than makes up.
-
wind ripping now snowing pretty hard hope wind settles and she locks up before morning,
-
Web cams make it look like it froze again last night. Long range forecasts look good too.
-
It’s going to get cold
New spoon came out
Made buy (iron decoy) they go from 1/12-1 oz , I really liked the look
http:// https://irondecoy.com/shop/
-
It’s locked on the east end. Not too much snow here but the whole lake has a light covering.
What a beautiful sight to wake up to.
-
locked up as far as i can see
-
:clap: :thumbsup:
-
looks good on cams
-
Those Irondecoy spoons do look nice and well priced.
-
That didn't take long. Stay safe, and spud, spud, spud.
(https://i.postimg.cc/p5n0dcHB/271719239-659226425439696-1589645782920940826-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p5n0dcHB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DWj5P3fg/Snap-Shot-20220111-123540.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DWj5P3fg)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Seen that too!! “Game on Wayne”
-
I thought I was just seeing things.
-
yesterday morning that was open water ......watched him walking in
-
Out of curiosity, how cold did you guys get last night?
-
-1 at 5 am high today has been 7
-
https://www.weatherbug.com/weather-camera/oneida-lake-beach-west-ny-13032
Time lapse from last night into today is pretty cool.
-
Fronzie are you there
-
I'm here. Waiting on ice conditions. Can't wait
-
Remember just cause someone is out there doesn’t make it safe for everybody , I got it places to fish , I’ll give it a few more days
I was told 2.5 ? but that means there will be thinner spots if that was true , there are very few guys that I believe , and I fish with 4 of them 5th 1 is my spud 👍
-
that was open yesterday morning .....i'd be hesitant
-
i was 20ft from shore 3/4in, half a whack with spud and threw
-
that's probably not safe oneida i think you should wait.....thanks for the report
-
Should continue to build tonight and then Thursday night through the weekend looks really cold again. I'm ready. Think we're all ready.
-
Oh there’s not a doubt in my mind you'll see some machines out there Saturday. Not saying it’s a good idea but they’ll be out lol
-
Oh there’s not a doubt in my mind you'll see some machines out there Saturday. Not saying it’s a good idea but they’ll be out lol
scary but true. I completely agree with that.
-
WOW God please, keep them safe
-
Thanks Oneida 1 , there are plenty of ice other places to fish Oneida isn’t going anywhere 😉
-
How much success does everyone have fishing for eyes after the sun goes down? I’m definitely more of a morning guy than an evening but curious if I’m missing something for the evening bite
-
In my limited walleye fishing no need to fish at night , I know few that do and they do catch some eyes
-
i don't mind going bullhead fishing or casting for eyes at night but i ain't sitting on a frozen lake in the middle of night to catch a fish i most likely will give away anyways
-
i was 20ft from shore 3/4in, half a whack with spud and threw
Same on the north shore, 1" max. It's going to be a bit. There is more good cold coming this weekend.
-
thanks for the heads up guys
-
was open water sunday. bernards bay. wind busted it up
(https://i.postimg.cc/LJBKsh0V/67-BBA49-D-01-FD-4-D92-9557-1-E4-F8-B6-D5-A43.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LJBKsh0V)
-
Watched 4 people walk out front of the house just before dark. They were headed to a spot that was open last nite. My mother used to look out the window, shake her head and say " all for a fish"
-
two shantys out on sylvan this morning ..... i'd be real careful out there ...stay on top
(https://i.postimg.cc/XprMTCV1/Snap-Shot-20220112-060118.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XprMTCV1)
-
With the temps we got coming overnight I think Shes gonna be ready next weekend
-
I tried using the Sylvan Beach Cams to see what is going on.
Very grainy images; hard to distinguish anything on the ice.
Maybe camera lenses need a cleaning...
-
My pix was good. Dark sky but not grainy unless I zoomed way in. Didn’t see anyone out there.
-
looks like a couple people out fishing on the chapman park cam
-
Must be one of those "FISH TALES" you hear about.............. :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
Kim
-
Friend just told me his neighbor just walked out a long way off either Lewis pt or Chapman (my bad - can't remember which) - caught 6-8 walleye and 15 HUGE perch (15"). Didn't mention how thick the ice was and I'm not sure I'd believe it anyway ... said he was able to walk 2 miles out ... sounds hard to believe but .....He saw the perch tails sticking out of the bucket and said he thought they were walleye tails till he looked in it
WITHOUT PICS, IT DIDN’T HAPPEN!! I’ve fished that lake a long time and only caught my biggest perch at 14 3/4”….and, to catch 15-15” perch in one trip? 🤔
-
15 15 inchers!!! he had a banner season on day one!!
SeanP
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dmbwyf9s/A2-A45327-950-B-4-CFD-9926-492-ED62036-F6.gif) (https://postimg.cc/Dmbwyf9s)
-
Banner season I live on erie he had a lifetime in one day. I'm sure he caught some nice perch 12" r really good ive caught a few over 13 but.....
-
fish stories, fish stories they've started already!
-
Me & the Mrs took a ride around the west end yesterday. A bunch of people out to the islands, 5 people at lofties shole, 1 person at lower south bay, 1 person straight out of walnut point, 3 people out of onieda shores, 1 of them was in the middle of the channel !!! and a bunch out of big bay. 2 of them were on the east side of the bay !!! BE SAFE OUT THERE !!! There can't be much ice out there, especially the channel. Sully...
-
i haven't even checked the ice at big bay yet
-
Quite a few guys off of the beach this am. :o
-
Keep up the good work guys ! Thanks for all the info . Can't wait !
-
I checked the ice this morning on the south side mid-lake and only got 100 yards from shore where the spud went through in one easy whack. It was definitely less than 2 inches so I high tailed back to shore. To my amazement I saw one brave soul at least a mile out from Chapman Park! Later in the day there was at least two more in front of the park but not nearly as far out. I know everyone is chomping at the bit (me including) but just hold off till Sunday. Plenty of cold air coming tomorrow.
-
I just swung by and grabbed some beautiful looking buckeyes at Apps. They're getting a bunch of augers and such in right now too. Now we just need this ice to firm up!
-
Hey guys. I've never fished Oneida before but a friend just offered up their lake house for a weekend trip.
I want to plan a trip out in the next few weeks and am trying to determine if I'm in a decent spot depth wise or if I need to travel a bit. The house is on the west end of the lake near a bay. Navionics shows lots of structure and water depth anywhere from 8-12 foot of water. Wondering if that is too shallow and if we should travel or not. We do have a wheeler and snowmobile.
Not looking for GPS spot, just wondering how the depth sounds.
I appreciate the help.
-
We have a stiff 15 plus mph NNW wind right now. Wind chill -5. Ice should be decent shape before the snow next week.
-
9 degrees south shore
-
I stopped at Apps today as well. Had a nice visit with Rick and Dave. As Chowdaire mentioned, they are hard at work stocking and getting the walls full of inventory.
-
-7
-
Now let’s hope the snow cast is wrong
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/SYbnz0F1/IMG-20220115-072826248-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SYbnz0F1)
A little chilly out
-
Now let’s hope the snow cast is wrong
This ☝️
-
Have heard any where between 10” to 24”. Who knows.. Any snow at this point sucks. :P
-
XC keep posting pictures. That's a great view of the east end.
-
thanks for the information XC , great shot and nice view for sure!
-
FYI - the walleye limit on Oneida Lake is STILL 3 fish over 15” for now.
The 5 fish limit is still just a proposal and not a law yet.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124339.html (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124339.html)
-
I think more then a few guys will be taking 5 thinking it changed, snow forecast changed 3 to 6in now highest temp i saw today was 5
-
lot of people out today at chapman and the launch and sylvan cold not windy
-
FYI - the walleye limit on Oneida Lake is STILL 3 fish over 15” for now.
Thank you👍. I hope there is an abundant keeper class this year. I couldn't hide from those short piranhas last year
-
Thanks Bruce for posting ,
-
FYI - the walleye limit on Oneida Lake is STILL 3 fish over 15” for now.
The 5 fish limit is still just a proposal and not a law yet.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124339.html (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124339.html)
Thanks for posting, Bruce!!!😎
-
Thanks Bruce for posting ,
Thanks for reminding me.
-
Thanks for reminding me.
I’m lucky I remembered to remember 😜
Good luck to all today and be safe
Looking forward to some pics 👍
-
lot of guys walking out on the east shore right now
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/SJKgC3CV/IMG-20220116-082916636-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SJKgC3CV)
Too cold for these old construction bones. Lots of people out this morning.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/wR6JW988/IMG-20220116-095501249-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wR6JW988)
Entitled fisherman, signs mean nothing.
-
Hopefully they all get a expensive ticket.
-
Sad part for what many of my friends experience that live on Lewis Point Road from the ice fishermen that park there is blocking of their driveways at times and parking partially on the lawns of private property. One of the main reasons they have no parking signs down there, is when the cars really get crowded on Betsinger and Lewis Point Road, emergency vehicles such as firetrucks and ambulances at times would not be able to get down these roads in case of an emergency. The code enforcement officer and the sheriff's are well aware of the problem. People just need to be smart and considerate.
-
Anyone else look at the Chapman Park we came and notice that red hub hasn’t moved since it was setup yesterday morning?
-
I live at the end of Bettsinger Rd. I'm the guy with the posted signs across my property trying to keep people, sleds and 4 wheelers off my lawn. Maybe they would like to help pay my taxes. Sheriffs won't do anything untill someones house burns. Rant over
-
Sorry I’d call the heat and complain, call the troopers , that’s BS
If I can’t get a place to park I just move on
XC600 I here you about old construction bones 😃
-
Anyone else look at the Chapman Park we came and notice that red hub hasn’t moved since it was setup yesterday morning?
Gone now….maybe slept on the ice?
-
That access has been a crap show for years. I have a story I can tell about how a vehicle blocked me in and it got moved out of my way somehow….🤔 but, I’ll save that for another day!! 😁 I feel for the folks on that road.
-
Here is a spoon that should hit the stores maybe next week , made by iron decoy
But only been tested on perch so far
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5/46-D15022-0-F93-4-A54-AACE-9-C536-CDE8-D06.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5)
-
Lewis Pt. parking lot was pretty full already at 5:20 this morning. I noticed the cars parked on the side road when I came in at 11. Too bad they can't make more spaces available behind that second row in the parking lot. That's a tough drag from the lot to the ice with no snow on the way. Guessing that might change tonight.
-
Interesting colors on that perch F&R. Looks like it mixed with a smallie.
-
Here is a spoon that should hit the stores maybe next week , made by iron decoy
But only been tested on perch so far
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5/46-D15022-0-F93-4-A54-AACE-9-C536-CDE8-D06.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5)
Interesting color on that perch.
Here is one from today. Looks sort of like a smallmouth pattern.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkY7TMSw/28-BE3777-C9-D8-428-F-B79-E-E8-B2557-CA6-AF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkY7TMSw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/BPZXMT0z/9699-EBED-D706-4384-A722-CBC46-AEFB389.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BPZXMT0z)
Here is one from last night for comparison. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDgvDZt9/CF9-D9296-767-C-442-C-A9-D7-C7-A25-F9-D66-F8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bDgvDZt9)
-
Guess we think alike Bigbuck!
-
Anyone else look at the Chapman Park we came and notice that red hub hasn’t moved since it was setup yesterday morning?
that red hub walked off yesterday and back on this morning
-
Fillet were a dying breed
-
Been out there for plenty of ice quakes. Never walked out of the shanty after one though and found a one foot gap right next to me.
(https://i.postimg.cc/F1kMt3MW/657-B99-A1-5-AC6-48-A3-8335-CEB0-F9122-E3-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F1kMt3MW)
-
:o
-
Finicky bite out of Sylvan today. Lucky I hung in, it got hot from noon to one! They liked a barely moved buckshot today. All walleyes were over 12"! Keepers 15-18" Good luck this week!
-
XC 600 unfortunately I have to agree
Nice to see we aren’t the only ones that catch bass perch 😃
-
i would never disrespect yours or any ones else's property xc600 it's really a shame that people that hide behind the name sportsmen are so disrespectful and give us all a bad name ... xc if you need help in the spring on your yard let me know i'll give ya a hand buddy
-
This week get ahold of a supervisor at sheriffs Department Lt or something tell him of the parking issue and hazards advise him it will be the same shat show this weekend and if he could have a road patrol unit come down around 9 am and write some parkers...and have as many neighbors as you can call....so if u have to call Saturday morning and you may have too you can say u spoke to so so this week and they advised you to call and the issue would be delt with...last year same issue on N. Main and a few got towed
-
Yeah they put signs up on both sides of north main like down Lewis too. First come first serve. Apparently all the idiots that show up late can’t read. The lake is huge with tons of great fishing everywhere. Their not happy till nobody can park there. I won’t even fish Lewis on the weekend cuz of that
-
Called an asset I have, the second time a deputy showed up he actually saw the no parking signs and put notes on a few vehicles. Our new super is a good friend and I will be speaking to him soon enough. Ice is piling up at pressure cracks, saw a few snow dogs and sleds today although there is little snow.
-
Took a look at her from 81 this afternoon on the way back from Chaumont. Saw some shanties out off south shore. Looking forward to getting back up soon. Get up at 4am for lp or go somewhere else. Don’t be an ahole.
-
Here is a spoon that should hit the stores maybe next week , made by iron decoy
But only been tested on perch so far
(https://i.postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5/46-D15022-0-F93-4-A54-AACE-9-C536-CDE8-D06.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzwcPZB5)
Copper and orange? Yuck!
Where can I buy them?
-
I am also a fisherman who on occasion has to drive by a place I'd like to fish because there is no room to park. That is just the way it is , lots of fishermen and few places to park. I also have the utmost respect for land owners as I am one myself. I would never consider parking on someones front lawn or make it difficult for them to exit their own driveway. Here is a suggestion for the Lewis point residents. Get the number of a reliable towing service and when that jerk returns from a grand day on the ice let him figure out where his vehicle is and pony up the tow bill. Guaranteed he won't do it again.
-
Great start to Oneida Lake 2022 (at least for me). I finally figured out last season that to catch walleye I need to target perch. Put that into practice today
(https://i.postimg.cc/B86Jb242/7529-CFEE-BE62-400-E-8848-1-F7-ED23-B3892.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/B86Jb242)
-
Nice haul there trundog, I was up there on Friday but I'm too old and spooky. I just didn't like the looks of it although there were many guys out of Lewis and sylvan. I'll have to wait a bit yet.
-
Yes sir well Trundog
Curious what’s the wind and snow situation
-
Yes sir well Trundog
Curious what’s the wind and snow situation
We got maybe 3” last night max.
The wind is keeping the snow off the ice though. :thumbsup:
-
Nice catch TD….👍👍
-
I walked out past Dunhams yesterday. 6” of ice every where I checked. I had to take a detour on way back because pressure crack opened up and my path out was under water on way back. Luckily it was close enough to island to be very shallow water so I eventually did my impersonation of a fat Superman and jumped it. Fishing was lousy. Marked very few and ended up with 5 perch for a whole day of fishing. Stopped on way in where tent village was and didn’t mark a fish in 30 minutes so called it quits.
-
Some nice eaters right there!
-
Got out yesterday afternoon and fished from 3:30-5:30. Marked very few fish. Ended up catching one perch and a short eye. Travel was easy going. Crossed one decent crack. Had to lay my spud down and step on it to get across. May have to bring a plank out to cross that crack again. Was nice to get out. 5 1/2- 6 inches of black ice everywhere I checked on my way out.
-
Thanks for the offer Trap but we're all good for now.
-
I'm glad Oneida is missing this storm so far. We're getting pounded back in Irondequoit (Rochester). A good foot and still coming down. Not great for our new ice around here.
-
I like the spud trick Bobby.
Some healthy cracks forming already.
-
Reeieyz
I might head out for the night bite you say only 3 inches is the wind howling i am not that close to the lady O but took week off to spend on her ice
-
The wind has died but the snow has started again. Let's hope it stays light.
-
I'm10 mins from the lake in Central Square and we have close to 7" of heavy wet snow, hard to believe Oneida's not getting it
-
Thanks guys i wait until morning I will make a day of it tomorrow
-
I'm10 mins from the lake in Central Square and we have close to 7" of heavy wet snow, hard to believe Oneida's not getting it
This is a weird one. I am in Cicero and we only have a couple inches. All the heavy stuff last night was sleet.
-
I am afraid that this snow is sticking now on the lake. Hopefully the wind picks back up and blows it off.
-
Thanks Bruce
-
Just watched 2 guys come off the beach...
-
I like the spud trick Bobby.
Some healthy cracks forming already.
It did the trick. Hopefully don’t have to use that too much though lol. Picked up couple more inches of snow this evening. Decided to take a ride on the snowmobiles up to panther lake and back with the Mrs instead of fishing this evening. I’ll be out tomorrow chasing the eyes at some point. Trying to finish up a cargo sled I built to haul my gear out on the ice with behind the snowmobile. I’ll post pics when she’s finished up.
-
Did the lake get pounded with snow yesterday?
-
It’s not to bad out there. Some bare spots and the snow spots are mostly crusted up and about 3-4 inches in depth. Wasn’t a terrible drag this evening at all. 7 inches of black ice where I was. The moonrise on my way in was awesome.
-
Thanks for posting Deadeyez. Gonna give er a try end of the week.
-
Well started the day off at 530 got about 45 min away on our way to onieda and something in the front end of his Cherokee crapped out so we turned around limped it home and swapped to my truck and started over finally got in the shanty at about 1130 after trying to decide where to go. Decided to play it safe and stick to where we saw other shanties. Constantia had 6" of good black ice. The inlaw caught the only fish a nice fat 16in marked them on and off right up till 5 when we left just couldn't get them to bite. Hopefully I got my skunk out of the way for the season haaa
-
Thanks for the snow info
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/R30m8q95/0118221756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R30m8q95)
And managed three for the bucket as well..6" of ice and growing..
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/R30m8q95/0118221756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R30m8q95)
And managed three for the bucket as well..6" of ice and growing..
Thats pretty sweet
-
Any ideas if it will be good to take my sled out.Was thinking Chapman or godfey area
-
4 wheelers got to be out? The beach, chapman?
-
I am also a fisherman who on occasion has to drive by a place I'd like to fish because there is no room to park. That is just the way it is , lots of fishermen and few places to park. I also have the utmost respect for land owners as I am one myself. I would never consider parking on someones front lawn or make it difficult for them to exit their own driveway. Here is a suggestion for the Lewis point residents. Get the number of a reliable towing service and when that jerk returns from a grand day on the ice let him figure out where his vehicle is and pony up the tow bill. Guaranteed he won't do it again.
I'm from a couple of hours away and want to head up to Oneida to fish this weekend. If I can't get there early enough to park at Lewis point can anyone recommend a couple other spots to park and hit the lake. Don't want to be a bad guy and cause problems. Thanks in advance.
-
Chapman Park.
-
I'm from a couple of hours away and want to head up to Oneida to fish this weekend. If I can't get there early enough to park at Lewis point can anyone recommend a couple other spots to park and hit the lake. Don't want to be a bad guy and cause problems. Thanks in advance.
Best option is.... get there in time.. or wait till noon...
I live 3 1/2 hrs away so I totally get what you're asking...
If I cannot leave my house by 230 a.m. I just wait and leave later and plan to fish evening...
I typically just stay overnight to make sure I'm good for the a.m. bite
-
"If I can't get there early enough to park at Lewis point can anyone recommend a couple other spots to park and hit the lake. Don't want to be a bad guy and cause problems. Thanks in advance."
There is a park to the east as well as Sylvan right around the corner. Usually ample parking. With a machine you can go where you want from there. If not there's fish there too.
-
Lewis pt lot is usually full by 6 am, now with trailers it will be fairly limited. If you have a sled or wheels Verona Beach is a great place to leave from. Chapman Park and South Shore boat launch are other options.
-
Sending this from the shanty, went out off south shore today about half way across the lake 7"+ of ice everywhere I drilled and did see a few sleds out.
Large heave with some open water running East and South from Dunham's Island, also noticed that the Oneida Shores Boat launch access is closed for construction.
(https://i.postimg.cc/PNZyvn38/PXL-20220119-131135445-MP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PNZyvn38)
(https://i.postimg.cc/4mg5z2q2/PXL-20220119-151538112-MP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mg5z2q2)
-
How's the haul out of Sylvan beach area was wondering if I shld bring my Smitty Sled thanks for any info. :icefish:
-
i just had a fried walleye sandwich for lunch ;D
-
If you are pulling by yourself I would bring the smitty. I always do , just my opinion. The easier way is often the best way I always say.
-
Just to add to what I just said there is snow piled up on the way out of Sylvan , according to the webcam.
-
Thanks guys I'll throw it in my truck as like to make it as easy as possible for myself.
-
"If I can't get there early enough to park at Lewis point can anyone recommend a couple other spots to park and hit the lake. Don't want to be a bad guy and cause problems. Thanks in advance."
Not sure where your coming from my go to spot if I have wheeler is Godfrey point. Never seen the lot full myself and tons of grate fishing….East, west, 113, hell if conditions aren’t bad and your set on Lewis point its only roughly 3miles straight across almost. That said I haven’t been yet this year so I’m not sure on conditions there. As of now that’s my plan for Saturday take wheeler to Godfrey and if it looks to sketchy to take machine I’ll walk right straight out. Had lot of hot days right off the first drop from the launch the wheelers just nice to get away from the frigging shanty town
-
if you got machine park at verona beach avoid the parking mess at lewis longer ride on sled worth missing parking nightmare
-
Where about at Verona?I usually go out at Chapman with my sled.But I keep my boat at Lewis Point area.So I know that end a little better and would love to ice fish that end.As well as avoid the Chapman nightmare.
-
if i recall theres a lot within eye sight of lake .....
-
Got out for the first time on Oneida with goon boy , it was a pleasant first outing
Got some nice perch and kept a limit of eyes , I test drove an iron decoy spoon
With a new rod from mad River tackle also please with it performance
(https://i.postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9/14900-BC4-85-F4-48-E9-9-F44-EE14-AF034-FCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9)
-
Nice F/R :icefish:
-
Good deal F&R, fish had lock jaw on the east end this morning. They were there, just couldn't pry them off the bottom. 1 keeper eye and 1 slob perch was all I could manage from 7-11. For those walking out of LP, best to go straight out off the end of point and head from there. The corner on the south bay side is a heaved up wreck. A couple sleds and wheelers out this morning.
-
Nice job Fred... :thumbsup:
-
Nice catch!!
-
Regulator it just happens I’ve been there many times , you will get them next time
-
Got out for the first time on Oneida with goon boy , it was a pleasant first outing
Got some nice perch and kept a limit of eyes , I test drove an iron decoy spoon
With a new rod from mad River tackle also please with it performance
(https://i.postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9/14900-BC4-85-F4-48-E9-9-F44-EE14-AF034-FCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9)
Nice job!!! I will up this weekend to give it a go!!
SeanP
-
Best option is.... get there in time.. or wait till noon...
I live 3 1/2 hrs away so I totally get what you're asking...
If I cannot leave my house by 230 a.m. I just wait and leave later and plan to fish evening...
I typically just stay overnight to make sure I'm good for the a.m. bite
Thanks a lot brother. I'm a little over 2 hours so I'll keep all that in mind. Is it reasonable to expect I can walk it out of Lewis point. Between wheelers right now.
-
Got out for the first time on Oneida with goon boy , it was a pleasant first outing
Got some nice perch and kept a limit of eyes , I test drove an iron decoy spoon
With a new rod from mad River tackle also please with it performance
(https://i.postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9/14900-BC4-85-F4-48-E9-9-F44-EE14-AF034-FCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phkMjhQ9)
Good work ol buzzard!!😎
-
Nice fish Fred.
-
Nicely done Fred and Goonboy!
-
P.M. sent
-
Where about at Verona?I usually go out at Chapman with my sled.But I keep my boat at Lewis Point area.So I know that end a little better and would love to ice fish that end.As well as avoid the Chapman nightmare.
verona beach state park. its not all that far from lewis point fishing grounds
-
verona beach state park. its not all that far from lewis point fishing grounds
Thx.
-
Any wheelers out on the ice yet? Thinking of taking mine out of Chapman this weekend.
-
there has been a few out
-
There have been wheelers and sno sleds out of different locations
-
havent seen any major cracks yet but with the cold we have forecasted next 7 days i would bet some show up.... just fyi
-
I’m headed out early in the morning. Hope to be on the lake to watch the sun come up. Looking forward to fishing. Love Oneida!
-
dress really warm
-
havent seen any major cracks yet but with the cold we have forecasted next 7 days i would bet some show up.... just fyi
There is a big crack on the North Shore in front of Cleveland not too far out. That one is going to be a beast.
-
7-8” hard ice out of Chapman, saw some sleds and quads. Some tiny cracks but no big pressure heaves. She’ll be popping and banging tonight and through the weekend. A lot of the snow has blown off or melted and where it hasn’t it’s pretty hard packed. But lots of open ice areas so wear yer spikes.
Slow but steady pick this afternoon, had fun.
-
Fly-rodder is right wear your creepers ,
Slow day for me , 2 set ups didn’t mark many but managed to get 11 really nice perch , goon marked more and did much better than I ,spoons seemed to work the best tipped with a minnow head , going to be a cold 1 in the morning
-
hey fred i got out my old hockey helmet and pads for ya when ya go out on the ice buddy ......be careful out there
-
Didn't think they had helmets when you played hockey trap!
-
Nice meat Fred. I may actually make it out there this year.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FMVCSJh/E3-D20-B5-A-E6-B0-454-F-A401-2-A7-B9-B99-B005.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FMVCSJh)
-
Didn't think they had helmets when you played hockey trap!
i'm not that old lol
-
i'm not that old lol
Your just a young feller Trap. :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
7-8” hard ice out of Chapman, saw some sleds and quads. Some tiny cracks but no big pressure heaves. She’ll be popping and banging tonight and through the weekend. A lot of the snow has blown off or melted and where it hasn’t it’s pretty hard packed. But lots of open ice areas so wear yer spikes.
Slow but steady pick this afternoon, had fun.
I think we're heading out this way this weekend. I'm relatively new to ice fishing. Is there something to keep an eye out for on the ice when temperatures get really cold?
-
Frostbite. If you don’t have a shanty and heater I wouldn’t go. Oneida is brutal with just a little wind.
-
Frostbite. If you don’t have a shanty and heater I wouldn’t go. Oneida is brutal with just a little wind.
x2 please play safe out there everyone!!!!
-
Does Apps still have minnows?
-
First the goon burned me bad today , I just couldn’t unlock the combination, to get those little buggers going ,
Walking is pretty easy with the hard pack
Looks like some good size pressure cracks
From a distance
It was chilly but pleasant
,
-
First the goon burned me bad today , I just couldn’t unlock the combination, to get those little buggers going ,
Walking is pretty easy with the hard pack
Looks like some good size pressure cracks
From a distance
It was chilly but pleasant
,
The goon will get lucky from time to time! He’ll get it reversed on him at some point!! I’m sure!! 🙂
-
Does Apps still have minnows?
Yes
-
The goon will get lucky from time to time! He’ll get it reversed on him at some point!! I’m sure!! 🙂
I’m getting him on eyes but we aren’t targeting them 🙄
-
I’m getting him on eyes but we aren’t targeting them 🙄
Not the worst first world problem to have!
-
Not the worst first world problem to have!
My world is very small lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/hJXXNjQv/IMG-20220122-072707721-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJXXNjQv)
A little chilly out
-
fred catches more eyes not trying then most people do targeting them :roflmao:
i'd go for the perch too buddy do them up
-
Any hiccups getting on at Godfrey?
-
Hate it when those stupid walleyes interfere with my fishing for other spices……
-
fred catches more eyes not trying then most people do targeting them :roflmao:
i'd go for the perch too buddy do them up
FACT!
-
reeleyz i swear this is true and you can ask fred ...i wash casting with a bunch of people around i called fred told him it sucked he told me exactly what to put on where to cast and how to retrive i went from zero to a limit plus with him on the phone :roflmao: true story
-
reeleyz i swear this is true and you can ask fred ...i wash casting with a bunch of people around i called fred told him it sucked he told me exactly what to put on where to cast and how to retrive i went from zero to a limit plus with him on the phone :roflmao: true story
Thats impressive!
-
Aww man...... Anyone pick up a black soft sided rod locker west of lewis point this morning?? It fell out of my sled on the walk back in. Please text me @716.785.3650
-
Lots of parking tickets issued this morning on main and lewis glad I got there at 5 to get a spot
-
they been warned for years surpriced they don't start towing
stickbow sure hope someone is a stand up guy (most are) and calls you if not let me know i may have a extra rod or two i can loan ya
-
fred had mentioned a new jigging spoon called a iron decoy spoon which i naturally had to order more then i will ever use , it's my nature . anyways i thought i would share one of my favorites it's the Thomas eel they are not expensive and i have good luck on perch and walleyes ...gold seems to work best for me most days but they come in many colors.......if you see some they are well worth a try
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCxpnT7H/1aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCxpnT7H)
made in the USA and great for stream trout
-
Probably my most frustrating day ever on Oneida. I fished from sunup till three and had perch under me the whole time. No matter what I tried they would not bite. I must have tied on 20 different jigs. I managed 4, missed a couple bites and had a slob break my line because my reel was frozen up. Even a slow bite I would of had good numbers on the number of marks. Oh well, next weekend we shall do the dance again.
-
bad day hear also moved maybe 8 times 1 or 2 here 1 or2 there just nothing consistant
-
Trapp Thomas makes some good spoons , matter of fact APPs carries some of them
-
i don't troll but i have caught a lot of trout casting them but it is one of my got to perch walleye jigging spoons the gold is best for me followed close by silver depending on day
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bjkxf0q4/89-C089-AC-CE0-D-4079-AE5-B-DED36-AAFB19-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Bjkxf0q4)
Fun things to see on panoptix while ice fishing onieda. Gas vent releasing every hour or so throughout the day.
-
Heading out of Chapman in the early morning, any pressure cracks I need to look for?
-
none as of 3pm today
-
Where is there a place to get bait near Chapman's ?
-
corner of rt31 and lewis point rd,,,, i think its called lakeside bait shop
-
Lakeside outfitters best selection of ice fishing gear any were Lots of very good quality stuff
-
Where is there a place to get bait near Chapman's ?
Vern and Mike’s is an option
5601 Bartell rd Brewerton
Reason I say this bug-Eye it’s saves you back tracking as your grandby
-
hey mike makes great casting bobbers for anyone that pan fishes in the spring.... me and KP are big custmers
-
Lakeside outfitters best selection of ice fishing gear any were Lots of very good quality stuff
X2 on this.
-
hey mike makes great casting bobbers for anyone that pan fishes in the spring.... me and KP are big custmers
Well they would last longer if you 2 didn’t tree fish so much 😜
-
hey mike makes great casting bobbers for anyone that pan fishes in the spring.... me and KP are big custmers
damn right trap,I buy 100 to 150 at a time
-
Lakeside outfitters best selection of ice fishing gear any were Lots of very good quality stuff
X3
Great shop there!
-
After a tough afternoon yesterday, my cousin and I had a banner morning. Limited in a half hour out of the South shore. Good luck this week!
(https://i.postimg.cc/SjKjJYwW/20220123-102208.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjKjJYwW)
-
Nice job..👍👍
-
Congratulations Ivan!
-
Well they would last longer if you 2 didn’t tree fish so much 😜
Hey now…. Trap and I won’t be beat casting bobber rigs into trees!! If it was an Olympic sport…. The rest of the competition wouldn’t even dare to show up!!!!😁😜
-
On another note… I fished 1/2 day on Oneida…. Gonna need that can of skunk off Freddie!!!😂 different part of the lake next time!!
-
when me and larry started casting people left that back slip in fear!!!! we had tree limbs falling, birds knock out of the air , people seeking shelter .......you crappie fish with us you darn better have a helmet and body armor on mister!
-
when me and larry started casting people left that back slip in fear!!!! we had tree limbs falling, birds knock out of the air , people seeking shelter .......you crappie fish with us you darn better have a helmet and body armor on mister!
😂
-
Anyone know what these bumps are?? Caught this eye yesterday off south shore with them. Saw a post on target walleye last week of a fish completely covered with them on one side from somewhere out in the Midwest. Harmful to the fish? Humans??
(https://i.postimg.cc/w31bY4Dy/3-F568602-9888-4369-8779-77-DF35-CB9-CA2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w31bY4Dy)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bSS60dqH/BB023457-8-F65-4-B36-96-FB-92-DB091-B6-A1-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bSS60dqH)
-
some type of warts forgot what that name is very common not harmful to fish or to the person who eats it
-
eat them warts
-
some type of warts forgot what that name is very common not harmful to fish or to the person who eats it
X2 they knock off pretty easy for pics 😉
-
Haven’t been on here in a long time. But I have been fishing. So, hello again everyone. Hope you’re all doing well. I had a great soft water season and ice season is off to a very good start. Good luck everyone.
-
good luck to you as well racer
-
some type of warts forgot what that name is very common not harmful to fish or to the person who eats it
Lymphocystis and Walleye Dermal Sarcoma another great answer from google!!!!!
-
Glad you stopped in Racer.
-
Lymphocystis and Walleye Dermal Sarcoma another great answer from google!!!!!
https://www.pnas.org/content/97/11/6114
This specifically mentions Oneida Lake and that at any given time approx. 30% of the walleye population can have it.
Interesting read. Thanks for posting.
-
Hey Bill glad your doing well
If anyone comes across a heater please contact reeleyz
-
Yes, I lost my Black cat heater off of Cleveland yesterday. If someone finds it let me know!
-
eat them warts
Is that what they call a Wart Hog ?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/CZv1VfVL/745-C8-E3-B-153-F-45-A3-88-C4-765-D7-DBCF229.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZv1VfVL)
Arm fell off when I got home yesterday but got a few. Dead stick did much of the work but had to get them to come in. Couple keeper eyes too.
-
Awesome bucket you got there!
-
Well done Mcully
-
I know the common thought is to be mobile and keep moving but I drilled three holes flipped the shanty over, cranked the heat and didn't move. Gold 5/8 ounce blade on 6lb fireline on a pool cue 20" glass rod (the yellow and black ones that used to be in buckets at bait shops w 2 eyes) on the left and size 4 hook with a 1/4 ounce lead splitshot on 4lb fluoro on the other with a fathead. 3rd hole for the flasher. Pounded the bottom with the blade and probably caught a dozen on that rod but majority were caught on the minnow rod. Dozen eyes and a big smallie but only 2 that were for sure over 15". Some were close if not over but so skinny they went back down the hole. Friends I fished with bounced around more and tried many presentations and did ok averaging 20 each for the 4 of them. Some days just need to grind it out and chip away and be ready when the fish do show so you grab a few before they move on. I'm sure a ton of luck played into it too and on an old waypoint for this time of the ice season in 24' water.
-
Good info Mcully. Love when people share what they had luck on. We fished out of Chapman Sunday and I had luck with a silver/green pimple tipped with a fat head. Also black and gold rap. Good luck all!
-
Took my first trip out on the ice this year. Waiting for the right conditions to try out my new shanty. Its big and I cant pull it due to health concerns. Went off the north east shore after breakfast no hurry kind of a recon mission. Knocked over my bait bucket in the parking lot off to a good start! Picked up most of the fatheads and got em back in the bucket and poured my only bottle of water on them. Didnt think they would live in beer. Anyway worked my way out to 17 foot of water and was pleased to find 10 inches of rock solid ice. Caught 3 walleyes in an hour and a half so was real happy with the season opener for me. Fish were a little finicky but understandable of mid day. I did well mid day last year for some reason too. Good luck and stay safe to everybody heading out.
-
Way to go Elrod. Great story.
-
Sounds like a good day..👍👍👍
-
just in general' how deep would one start looking for perch or eyes on Onieda. I know lots of guys like to get out there but is it necessary ? I've got a hip that tells me when enough is enough and I really don't want to regret going fishing any more. I would rather enjoy it.
-
Well done Elrod
-
Thanks guys. I'll keep posting hope to go frequently now.
-
just in general' how deep would one start looking for perch or eyes on Onieda. I know lots of guys like to get out there but is it necessary ? I've got a hip that tells me when enough is enough and I really don't want to regret going fishing any more. I would rather enjoy it.
If you go out of Chapman you can get to deep water pretty quick.
-
elrod ^5 great ice breaker buddy
-
Nice fish guys, great info!
-
Would anyone be so kind in telling me where there is a bait store near Cleveland? I’ll be coming down from 81 and traveling about a few hours on wednesday early morning.
-
APPS BAIT SHOP IS RIGHT IN CLEVELAND
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/gnMZW276/DE5-AE6-B7-E4-FB-47-F6-A578-C2-ACF147-ED3-E.png) (https://postimg.cc/gnMZW276)
-
Thank you both! Much appreciated!
-
Give them a call.
-
fred had mentioned a new jigging spoon called a iron decoy spoon which i naturally had to order more then i will ever use , it's my nature . anyways i thought i would share one of my favorites it's the Thomas eel they are not expensive and i have good luck on perch and walleyes ...gold seems to work best for me most days but they come in many colors.......if you see some they are well worth a try
(https://i.postimg.cc/PCxpnT7H/1aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCxpnT7H)
made in the USA and great for stream trout
Not only made in USA but made in my hometown of Hawley PA! Thomas has a great line of lures that work great for perch - like the little tiger, rough rider and colorado. Gold is the way to go and these lures stay nice and shiny for many years because they use a real gold electroplating - at least that is what my high school physics teacher told us.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/dkS7zLtx/IMG-0026.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dkS7zLtx)
Started out off Sylvan beach before daybreak yesterday and bounced around for the first hour trying to find some marks. Nothing in the first 8 holes from 18' to 23'. Got cold so stayed at the last hole and in the hut for the next 3 hours. One small walleye for my effort. At noon started moving again out to 27', still nothing. One last move back in to 25' and saw some marks. Had a steady pick of perch and small walleye next couple hours. The last hour had some keepers move in and it was game on. Every drop had aggressive followers. Bigger jigging raps brought the bigger fish. Lost more than I caught. Ice was solid 10" everywhere I walked and drilled. Thinking next time I sleep in and make the 2 hour drive later in the day for the afternoon bite.
-
^5 2 much
-
Headed out today from Williams. Breaking the Oneida cherry this year. Heard this weekends the fishing was good but getting busy. Hoping to avoid the crowds!
-
I need a little advice about parking in the Lewis Point area. Is there public access for parking and where? Should I just go to Sylvan Beach? Or some place to park in between?
Much Appreciated.
-
I need a little advice about parking in the Lewis Point area. Is there public access for parking and where? Should I just go to Sylvan Beach? Or some place to park in between?
Much Appreciated.
lewis point is good but you need to get there real early to get a parking spot. If you have a machine park at verona beach state park and ride out from there. we did this past weekend and the ride out was good, where we set up off lewis we had 14 inches of ice.
-
Thanks billybob, Bringing my 76 yr old father and want a short walk for him. He wont ride on the back of the wheeler. So is the parking at the rv park on the point or at the town of lennox bldg?
-
Thanks billybob, Bringing my 76 yr old father and want a short walk for him. He wont ride on the back of the wheeler. So is the parking at the rv park on the point or at the town of lennox bldg?
its near the rv park, probably room for 30-40 vehicles unless trailers start parking there. another option is chapman park on the south shore or godfrey point on the north shore. both are comparable walks to get to deeper water
-
Appreciate the info billybob !!
-
Is the parking on the road at Chapman or is there a parking lot? Can’t see one on a map
-
Is the parking on the road at Chapman or is there a parking lot? Can’t see one on a map
Pretty large parking lot
-
"Short walk"is a relative term...Nothing short about the walks at Oneida in my opinion. Usually 500 yds or more to get into deeper water...then you gotta find a honey hole from there. Plan accordingly bud. Good luck
-
"Short walk"is a relative term...Nothing short about the walks at Oneida in my opinion. Usually 500 yds or more to get into deeper water...then you gotta find a honey hole from there. Plan accordingly bud. Good luck
As i get older this gets more and more true and I'm not that old i don't think ???
-
Pretty large parking lot
Got it, thanks. I was looking at the point on Navionics, not looking for the park
-
Hey all,
New to the area and had some questions about accessing on the south shore. Oneida Shores County Park says it's closed for construction work. Does anyone know if you can access from there to ice fish? If not, what would be the nearest access in that area? Thanks in advance!
-
Fished Williams this afternoon. Lots if ice. 12" few machines. Settled randomly at 14' Caught roughly 30 perch. 15 keepers. Two 13" jumbos. The on off blizzard made moving tough. Slid into 19' 2 hours before dark. 0/1 on walleye. Lost a beauty at the hole and added 1 more jumbo. We headed off the lake when the next front of snow was about to engulf us. Should have trusted my gut and slid in closer to the pencil bouy line. The drag was decent but got 3"+ deeper today. Everyone was pretty scattered. Guys near us said they just got a bunch of dinks. Hopefully Feb is a nicer to us. I'll prob slide to a different part of the lake next trip.
-
How much snow is on top?
I'm coming up this weekend and just trying to plan accordingly
Thanks in advance
-
How much snow is on top?
I'm coming up this weekend and just trying to plan accordingly
Thanks in advance
As of the walk off last night about 4-5". It was pretty windy so some drifts a little deeper. She def still not a horrible drag but I prefer 0" lol. Forecast doesn't show any snow the next few days. But if your coming up Sat keep an eye on the weather. Sat high of 10° and 15-25 mph winds with high gust possible. NNW so the south shore won't shield you at all.
-
Long day for me yesterday , fished with the goon and BMV , fished from 25-41’, every hole I pulled pin pike most of those places are my perch spots 😱, BMV found a small school of perch , Goon and I got over there late afternoon, I ended up with and even dozen perch 10-13.5”
BMV gave a beaten , by the time we picked up and moved 1/4 mile he had another 14 fish
And the sledding is a bumpy ride
-
Got out yesterday to track down some eyes. First time out in 4 days. Fished from 2:00-5:00. Started out with a few perch and the eyes moved in. Brought home 3 nice eaters but landed 10 keepers and 5 shorts. Felt good to give some sore mouths lol. Snow was cranking up pretty good on the way off at dark. Some slush spots showing up.
-
Good work guys!
-
Hey all,
New to the area and had some questions about accessing on the south shore. Oneida Shores County Park says it's closed for construction work. Does anyone know if you can access from there to ice fish? If not, what would be the nearest access in that area? Thanks in advance!
Borios would be the closest
-
As of the walk off last night about 4-5". It was pretty windy so some drifts a little deeper. She def still not a horrible drag but I prefer 0" lol. Forecast doesn't show any snow the next few days. But if your coming up Sat keep an eye on the weather. Sat high of 10° and 15-25 mph winds with high gust possible. NNW so the south shore won't shield you at all.
I plan on bringing the wheeler as long as the snow isnt too bad...
Definitely keeping an eye on the wind... if it's too bad I'll skip and stay home and fish local
-
Aww man...... Anyone pick up a black soft sided rod locker west of lewis point this morning?? It fell out of my sled on the walk back in. Please text me @716.785.3650
There was a guy on Diehards Facebook page who found a black/yellow HT soft sided rod locker and was looking for the owner....check the diehards FB page if you think it's yours.
-
There is a pickup plowing snow on the ice off Sylvan Beach. Check out the camera.
-
There is a pickup plowing snow on the ice off Sylvan Beach. Check out the camera.
They were doing it the other night also, there is snowmobile drags next month
-
One cld hope they'd plow out about a half mile or so. How's it for hauling gear? Snow, slushy?? Thanks for any info.
-
Patches of snow. Wasn't a bad walk yesterday.
-
Has anyone been to Vern and Mikes Bait & Tackle in Brewerton? Curious how there bait is, never been.
-
Had some consistency issues with the previous ownership, but no idea about new one. Hope it becomes a great asset for south shore! let us know when you find out.
-
vern and mikes is open and have what you need good guys mike also is the man that makes casting bobbers
-
vern and mikes is open and have what you need good guys mike also is the man that makes casting bobbers
where is it?
-
I'm heading out to Oneida on Friday. I've only been there twice and only cought 1 walleye. Do you guys have spots or tips to catch more walleye. Thank you
-
vern and mikes is open and have what you need good guys mike also is the man that makes casting bobbers
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLmsxPG9/4-B0650-ED-CC35-4-B1-E-B9-A9-F17-A2983-A52-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLmsxPG9)I’ve got a head start on bobbers my friend!!!!😁
-
where is it?
Bartell Rd, Brewerton
-
I'm heading out to Oneida on Friday. I've only been there twice and only cought 1 walleye. Do you guys have spots or tips to catch more walleye. Thank you
No offense but i certainly won't give up my spots, because I've worked hard at doing my own research studying maps and actually grinding away on thos spots to see if they produce... no body Is going to give you spots.....
However... I'll gladly share some tips..
Study a contour map... look for transition areas... cuts... bends... flats... that could be a funnel for fish.... early a.m. bite I'd start shallower.. midday-early afternoon switch to a little deeper location....
When you have successful share with everyone and over time MAYBE someone will share their spot with you if you have a spot to share with them
Good luck!!!!!
-
No offense but i certainly won't give up my spots, because I've worked hard at doing my own research studying maps and actually grinding away on thos spots to see if they produce... no body Is going to give you spots.....
However... I'll gladly share some tips..
Study a contour map... look for transition areas... cuts... bends... flats... that could be a funnel for fish.... early a.m. bite I'd start shallower.. midday-early afternoon switch to a little deeper location....
When you have successful share with everyone and over time MAYBE someone will share their spot with you if you have a spot to share with them
Good luck!!!!!
X2^^
Far more rewarding working hard, fishing new ground and doing it on your own. Trial and error. Some days you fish the right areas and some you don’t. You’re not really learning anything by being handed a “hot spot”. Because when the fish move you’ll be back to square one. Just keep after it. Good luck
-
Thank you guys. good luck out there
-
Navionics on your phone the most important 15$ u can spend on fishing.
-
Navionics on your phone the most important 15$ u can spend on fishing.
X2...just map out a few spots on the map. Some lakes are more accurate than others but gets you close. Look for humps, saddles, break lines, etc. Drill a bunch of holes and check for fish. Move to next piece of structure. Pay attention to depth and time of day and you will be able to find them. Hit some shallow areas early and work your way out. On the way back don't be afraid to recheck those spots you tried on the way out. Move as much as you need to.
-
Borios would be the closest
I appreciate the info hrdcore
-
I’m heading out Saturday for my first trip of the season and wondering how the water clarity is on the south shore. It was pretty green all fall and wondering how much it has cleared up since?
-
X3 on the Navionics app, and great info guy's! Two options here, 1. Pick a likely spot and wait them out or 2. Run and gun until you find fish. Figuring it out takes time and when you hit them based on your own input and effort, the reward is sooo much sweeter! Good luck, tight lines, and a safe successful season to you all!
-
would like know this what type of fishing line
to use for jigging walleye?
test pound to use and clear line or color?
thank you
-
would like know this what type of fishing line
to use for jigging walleye?
test pound to use and clear line or color?
thank you
I run braid as my main line... attatch a tiny barrel swivel to end and run a 3 foot leader of 10-12lb fluorocarbon to jig
-
I run braid as my main line... attatch a tiny barrel swivel to end and run a 3 foot leader of 10-12lb fluorocarbon to jig
Same but lighter. I run Power Pro braid in 5lb & 8lb with a flouro leader off a barrel swivel. Leader I go 3-4lb off the 5lb Power Pro and 6lb off the 8lb braid. I do also have a couple mono setups and run a 6lb Berkley micro ice line and direct tie a 4-5lb flouro leader. Heavy enough for the walleye and light enough for the perch. Good luck!
-
I'm heading out to Oneida on Friday. I've only been there twice and only cought 1 walleye. Do you guys have spots or tips to catch more walleye. Thank you
follow the crowds they are setting up there for a reason
-
Navionics on your phone the most important 15$ u can spend on fishing.
another option is if you have a garmin unit on your boat you can download the active captain app, it allows you access to all of your maps from your plotter and acts like navionics with gps showing where you are.
-
i run 20 or 30 pound mono on my rods with a 2 oz sinker then i tie in 4 or 5 loop knots and put jigs on ....i like really big jigs drop it down to the sinker hits the ground then jig it once let it set count to 10 do it again ....works great!!!!! when i get them on the ice i carry a small club like the ones truckers check there tires with and a smash em 3 or 4 times so they don't flop back down the hole besides i think it's more humane ...i hate people that toss them in a lonely bucket to slowly expire ......when you get them home i usually hang them a day or two to get tender then scale them cut the heads off .... i like the bones in makes them look bigger ...... when your done take all the scrape put in a food procceser and grind it up save for your next trip out for chum....oh make sure yo fry them in real lard and bacon fat fry them slow so ,it helps make the fish tender .....hope i helped you guys....next week i'll talk about snipe hunting for beginners
-
i run 20 or 30 pound mono on my rods with a 2 oz sinker then i tie in 4 or 5 loop knots and put jigs on ....i like really big jigs drop it down to the sinker hits the ground then jig it once let it set count to 10 do it again ....works great!!!!! when i get them on the ice i carry a small club like the ones truckers check there tires with and a smash em 3 or 4 times so they don't flop back down the hole besides i think it's more humane ...i hate people that toss them in a lonely bucket to slowly expire ......when you get them home i usually hang them a day or two to get tender then scale them cut the heads off .... i like the bones in makes them look bigger ...... when your done take all the scrape put in a food procceser and grind it up save for your next trip out for chum....oh make sure yo fry them in real lard and bacon fat fry them slow so ,it helps make the fish tender .....hope i helped you guys....next week i'll talk about snipe hunting for beginners
I'm rolling :icefish: :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
Thanks Trap for sharing all your secrets with us!!!
-
i run 20 or 30 pound mono on my rods with a 2 oz sinker then i tie in 4 or 5 loop knots and put jigs on ....i like really big jigs drop it down to the sinker hits the ground then jig it once let it set count to 10 do it again ....works great!!!!! when i get them on the ice i carry a small club like the ones truckers check there tires with and a smash em 3 or 4 times so they don't flop back down the hole besides i think it's more humane ...i hate people that toss them in a lonely bucket to slowly expire ......when you get them home i usually hang them a day or two to get tender then scale them cut the heads off .... i like the bones in makes them look bigger ...... when your done take all the scrape put in a food procceser and grind it up save for your next trip out for chum....oh make sure yo fry them in real lard and bacon fat fry them slow so ,it helps make the fish tender .....hope i helped you guys....next week i'll talk about snipe hunting for beginners
Haha….That’s action!
-
I heard gun powder seasoning works great. Lmao
-
i run 20 or 30 pound mono on my rods with a 2 oz sinker then i tie in 4 or 5 loop knots and put jigs on ....i like really big jigs drop it down to the sinker hits the ground then jig it once let it set count to 10 do it again ....works great!!!!! when i get them on the ice i carry a small club like the ones truckers check there tires with and a smash em 3 or 4 times so they don't flop back down the hole besides i think it's more humane ...i hate people that toss them in a lonely bucket to slowly expire ......when you get them home i usually hang them a day or two to get tender then scale them cut the heads off .... i like the bones in makes them look bigger ...... when your done take all the scrape put in a food procceser and grind it up save for your next trip out for chum....oh make sure yo fry them in real lard and bacon fat fry them slow so ,it helps make the fish tender .....hope i helped you guys....next week i'll talk about snipe hunting for beginners
Sounds a lot like my grandfather trap. He worked on the freighter ships as mechanic. I think they actually used rope and wire though and the spoons were made from kitchen ware.
-
i run 20 or 30 pound mono on my rods with a 2 oz sinker then i tie in 4 or 5 loop knots and put jigs on ....i like really big jigs drop it down to the sinker hits the ground then jig it once let it set count to 10 do it again ....works great!!!!! when i get them on the ice i carry a small club like the ones truckers check there tires with and a smash em 3 or 4 times so they don't flop back down the hole besides i think it's more humane ...i hate people that toss them in a lonely bucket to slowly expire ......when you get them home i usually hang them a day or two to get tender then scale them cut the heads off .... i like the bones in makes them look bigger ...... when your done take all the scrape put in a food procceser and grind it up save for your next trip out for chum....oh make sure yo fry them in real lard and bacon fat fry them slow so ,it helps make the fish tender .....hope i helped you guys....next week i'll talk about snipe hunting for beginners
You joke but I do carry a club in my shanty. Before I pack up I dump them all out and put them to sleep. That way when I dump them in the sink at home they don’t fop all over and make a mess. I learned that trick from the Legend Tony Buffa.
-
if theres no water in the sink you won't have a mess anyways
-
if theres no water in the sink you won't have a mess anyways
Then they flop when the knife goes in, blood and scales all over the kitchen. Quick little bonk on the head. Easy peasy
-
usually they are gone by the time i clean them any ways , but a lot of guys do whack em
-
usually they are gone by the time i clean them any ways , but a lot of guys do whack em
Clip the gills = GAME OVER
-
I’ve had perch freeze solid while out on the ice all day then thaw out and start kicking again. Even had one swimming upright in a bucket of water and I let it go the next day.
-
Quiet fish
http:// https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0z_reKMff8
Got out with the guys yesterday and again I was monkey in the middle , started out ok grabbed 2 really nice eyes and then that all went Down hill they were catching perch on both sides of me while I struggled for perch , goon and BMV each did well I ended up with a handful
I think those 2 young lads are taking advantage of an ol buzzard 😜
Also yesterday if any one felt and heard
The ice quake , it happened about 15’ from me and the goon , lucky the water pushed up on the other side of the crack and it shut of the goons heater off lol
-
I like to cut the gills and bleed them out. Get nice clean white filets. One question, are people driving wheelers or snowmobile on the ice? Have not been out yet this year.
-
I like to cut the gills and bleed them out. Get nice clean white filets. One question, are people driving wheelers or snowmobile on the ice? Have not been out yet this year.
I’m running my sled just watch crossing the bigger cracks is all
-
Went out from north shore with ATV yesterday with no problems. Hopefully the snow from last night didn’t change that.
-
Clip the gills = GAME OVER
I always clip the gills, no fish flopping when trying to filet and much cleaner filet board while doing it
-
I was out there in the afternoon and felt that boom Fred. That ice moved pretty good. :o
-
Friend just said he got stuck this morning on wheeler in a 2' deep slush pool mid lake. Cruising along and splashed in deep so had to unhook shanty and make his way out. That stinks in the dark
-
That sucks in the light too!
-
That would scare the crap out of me… might wait until daylight now…
-
It's great when cruising along and not a ripple to see it and bam you are in too deep to power through or brake and back out. Pucker factor for sure in the dark. Could be isolated spot but guys asked about wheelers and he happened to tell me that when I called. He has a half dozen perch and one eye so far so pretty slow for him.
-
Slush can be a nightmare! My least favorite thing on the lake. Last season I got in it so badly on Chazy Lake. Was up to my knees trying to get a snowmobile out. Day was shot!
-
That sucks last year I plowed through a large pond of slush but luckily I managed to power through , in years past I’ve gotten stuck not a fun time
I’m never in a big hurry to get out in the dark , especially when I need to cross pressure cracks , the 1 I sat next to yesterday opened up and flooded back 40’
With the temps forecasted should help tighten things up
-
I made my normal rare appearance yesterday. We were about a mile east of Apps when that boom occurred. The entire shanty with both of us and the atv lifted up and down a hell of a lot more than I ever experienced. When we were done for the day and packing up, that crack/ canyon was less than 20 yds away and extended a long ways. That was something!
I went through slush today on Honeoye. Heard talk about it so I did not take the shanty out when I took the atv on the ice just to check. Thank God I left the shanty . I really had to floor it to get through. Hate that stuff.
-
Hit some slush heading to dakin from constantia this morning as well. Buried up to the frame of the ranger. Luckily was able to back out and keep going but hit a few other lighter slush spots as well.
-
That snowstorm was blinding this morning. Caught three short eyes and 20 nice perch lost a cpl of heavy fish all in all a good morning on Oneida. I was using Wax Worms on a three beaded horizontal jig GLO Red.
-
That sucks last year I plowed through a large pond of slush but luckily I managed to power through , in years past I’ve gotten stuck not a fun time
I’m never in a big hurry to get out in the dark , especially when I need to cross pressure cracks , the 1 I sat next to yesterday opened up and flooded back 40’
With the temps forecasted should help tighten things up
Yikes!! That’s eery to say the least. I’m like you, daylight sure is nice sometimes.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zj7YMkp/A03-A0437-B0-F5-4633-B9-DD-588-FD615-AAF0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zj7YMkp)
Tank of a smallie that hit a spoon meant for eyes. Fished sunrise to sunset yesterday. About a dozen fat perch 4 keeper eyes between me and my dad and around 20/30 dink walleyes kept tripping flags all day
-
Sounds like a good.. Nice bass... :thumbsup:
-
I made my normal rare appearance yesterday. We were about a mile east of Apps when that boom occurred. The entire shanty with both of us and the atv lifted up and down a hell of a lot more than I ever experienced. When we were done for the day and packing up, that crack/ canyon was less than 20 yds away and extended a long ways. That was something!
I went through slush today on Honeoye. Heard talk about it so I did not take the shanty out when I took the atv on the ice just to check. Thank God I left the shanty . I really had to floor it to get through. Hate that stuff.
Hi there old friend. I have taken the last few years off. Trying to get back into it. Good to see you are still after them.
-
Wow. Long time there buddy. I still tell stories about how I used to catch fish on oneida with you. I sent you a pm.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/PpcGJLF5/IMG-20220129-121837696.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PpcGJLF5)
Where did everybody go? Cold out there today.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/XXRvX4vh/493-CDE24-2-C09-411-D-88-BD-CB7-ECB631534.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XXRvX4vh)
Definitely not many people where I was this morning but I killed the perch on Oneida in 6 hrs of clearing my holes inside the shanty until I needed hot coffee
-
I should have gone today instead of yesterday but my brother and I still managed a few in the 12 hrs we were there
(https://i.postimg.cc/9zKHNjCs/37-A3-D204-4-B38-4657-8442-35649-FD4-E4-B9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zKHNjCs)
-
Looks like a few meals to me.
-
Anybody who fished today sure earned what they caught.
-
Anybody who fished today sure earned what they caught.
That’s what I said my last 2 outings as my 2 buds put a beat down on them each side of me 😃
-
Hate when that happens! :'(
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/dZLVFPpJ/44-CAF27-B-5-CA7-4-BB0-AC20-6-F0-B98340-BF9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dZLVFPpJ)
Picked away at them this morning/early afternoon. Never on fire but steady. Took wheeler out from Godfrey hit couple slush holes nothing more than 6”…couple deep snow drifts both sleds and wheelers seem to be cruzing along good for now. Stayed put with the wind today. Like someone posted earlier if ya stay put stay ready and they’ll come threw eventually if your in the ballpark
-
hello, Taft Bay Park allows ice fishing access and ok with a trailer to park? thanks
-
hello, Taft Bay Park allows ice fishing access and ok with a trailer to park? thanks
Yes. There is a good amount of room but it still fills up all the way to route 49 some days.
-
Nice job Iceman, that's a great day there! I don't go out expecting to limit out, and am perfectly happy with a bunch like that. Couple a hearty meals right there!
-
Thanks regulator. Same here. I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday this time of year fish or no fish. I don’t care to clean much more that 15 maybe 20 fish in one sitting anyway. My fillets start to get sloppier after handful of beers lol
-
Hey guys. Coming up
In the morning for the second time. My first time was last year. I fish on foot and solo. Looking at going out or sylvan or Lewis. Any tips?
-
I'm heading off Sylvan tomorrow late morning myself. Not much structure to look for there, just have to move around till you see some marks. If you're heading to Lewis, get there very early or the lot will be full. Lots more structure to land on and fish around at Lewis. Haven't heard any more about some cracks that were there a couple of weeks ago. Good luck.
-
As far as walking goes, I like Lewis Point. Many more options for those of us that hump it out andf back. Navionics app and a flasher or graph will be your best weapons for finding decent looking structure and fish.
-
Yes. There is a good amount of room but it still fills up all the way to route 49 some days.
thanks
-
As far as walking goes, I like Lewis Point. Many more options for those of us that hump it out andf back. Navionics app and a flasher or graph will be your best weapons for finding decent looking structure and fish.
I’ve heard this a few times and haven’t found the right app? Which one is it because when I type in navionics multiple charting applications pop up
-
I’ve heard this a few times and haven’t found the right app? Which one is it because when I type in navionics multiple charting applications pop up
Boating and marine. US waters unless u go to Canada fishing
-
Got out with the boys again , and again BMV sat right on them , while the goon and I worked for our fish , I finally caved and went to some eye grounds and, grabbed a quick limit then back at the perch search ended up with a handful but they were tanks
BMV ended up with 35 perch and his limit of eyes , not sure how the goon ended up ,
Sure was a nice day
-
This may have been covered somewhere, but what happened to Cookies Bait and Tackle? I wanted to stop there today and it was closed and all the signage gone. Place looks totally empty.
-
cookies closed up this summer,,, not sure why but they r closed
-
Got out with the boys again , and again BMV sat right on them , while the goon and I worked for our fish , I finally caved and went to some eye grounds and, grabbed a quick limit then back at the perch search ended up with a handful but they were tanks
BMV ended up with 35 perch and his limit of eyes , not sure how the goon ended up ,
Sure was a nice day
now you know how i felt fishing with sully we sat side by side same bait same jigs and he took big slob gills and i couldn't catch nothing ....why that happens ???? i have know idea but when your a experanced fisherman and you know there is no logical explanation it has to be paranormal ....first i'm some what a expert on the paranormal ,i have watched the Osbornes believe tv show 3 times and the movie ghost twice Fred you need a skunked spirit exorcism you need to wear garlic around your neck and you need a lucky rabbits foot..then say 3 hail MARYS before you walk out on the ice toss salt over your shoulder as you set down at your next hole and always keep in mind we are under the adminastration that promotes everyone gets a participation trophy
ps and i'm 100% serious ,MAKE SURE NO ONE FED SPAM TO YOUR MINNOWS OR SPIKES OR YOU WON'T CATCH ________!!!!!
-
I will admit mike said after these past few years I finally got you 2 , he has come a long ways when we first started fishing with him , goon and I each had a few words I told him he had good teachers 😃goon just said about time took you long enough lol 😜
Name of the game is take no prisoners
-
got out both days this weekend with the wife, lots of window shoppers but brought a few walleye and handful of perch home each day. calling for a foot of snow thursday-friday, will be a tough weekend for wheelers if we get it.
-
don't worry old boy you have more fish in the freezor then most and you'll be back in the groove soon
-
now you know how i felt fishing with sully we sat side by side same bait same jigs and he took big slob gills and i couldn't catch nothing ....why that happens ???? i have know idea but when your a experanced fisherman and you know there is no logical explanation it has to be paranormal ....first i'm some what a expert on the paranormal ,i have watched the Osbornes believe tv show 3 times and the movie ghost twice Fred you need a skunked spirit exorcism you need to wear garlic around your neck and you need a lucky rabbits foot..then say 3 hail MARYS before you walk out on the ice toss salt over your shoulder as you set down at your next hole and always keep in mind we are under the adminastration that promotes everyone gets a participation trophy
ps and i'm 100% serious ,MAKE SURE NO ONE FED SPAM TO YOUR MINNOWS OR SPIKES OR YOU WON'T CATCH ________!!!!!
lol! Freddie needs to listen to some different heavy metal… The fish are used to Rob Zombie now!!!😂😜
Don’t feel bad Freddie, I’ve gotta change up my music selection as well.
My trips out haven’t been epic.🤬🤯 Gonna try some SNOOP DOGG next trip!!!😁
As for Sully…. That guy has fish blood in his veins!!!😎 He put a hurting on me and the fish when I fished with him. Great fisherman!!!👍🏻
-
hey i had great lock with the new kid rock songs WE THE PEOPLE checkit out on you tube (is adult material ) and no one going to tell me how to live i'm not posting a link they are adult words but you can google you tube...............hey what happened to the music thread that was in here????
-
Thanks guys ;D, but as for music, you guys are way off. It's COUNTRY,COUNTRY,COUNTRY !!!!!! Tried classic rock one year. Not half as good as COUNTRY. Tried hip hop for about 15 seconds years ago, and threw my walkman down the hole !!! Got my radio back out, and ever since, it's been smooth sailing. Plenty of fish, and some good ol' COUNTRY MUSIC... ::) ::) Sully...
-
lol! Freddie needs to listen to some different heavy metal… The fish are used to Rob Zombie now!!!😂😜
Don’t feel bad Freddie, I’ve gotta change up my music selection as well.
My trips out haven’t been epic.🤬🤯 Gonna try some SNOOP DOGG next trip!!!😁
As for Sully…. That guy has fish blood in his veins!!!😎 He put a hurting on me and the fish when I fished with him. Great fisherman!!!👍🏻
Snoop will def work 😜
-
Thanks guys ;D, but as for music, you guys are way off. It's COUNTRY,COUNTRY,COUNTRY !!!!!! Tried classic rock one year. Not half as good as COUNTRY. Tried hip hop for about 15 seconds years ago, and threw my walkman down the hole !!! Got my radio back out, and ever since, it's been smooth sailing. Plenty of fish, and some good ol' COUNTRY MUSIC... ::) ::) Sully...
could always bring a couple guitars out there and when it slows down strum a tune or two
-
Snoop will be at the half time show. :afro:
-
Snoop will be at the half time show. :afro:
Lmao
-
Got out yesterday in the morning....got the making for a fish fry!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/tsQGJkS0/20220130-131954.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsQGJkS0)
SeanP
-
lol! Freddie needs to listen to some different heavy metal… The fish are used to Rob Zombie now!!!😂😜
Don’t feel bad Freddie, I’ve gotta change up my music selection as well.
My trips out haven’t been epic.🤬🤯 Gonna try some SNOOP DOGG next trip!!!😁
As for Sully…. That guy has fish blood in his veins!!!😎 He put a hurting on me and the fish when I fished with him. Great fisherman!!!👍🏻
fred and sully good fisherman ...... yeah their okay ........ :roflmao:
not sure i should comment on KP's post last time got people all upset with me :woot: :thumbsup:
-
Made it to promise land Sunday.we left Saturday a.m.at 10..
Blew u bolts on trailer on 90 around noon...
Finally got a tow truck to pick us up... ibwas able to find a place that graciously fixed me up after I visited 2 different tractor supplies for the right parts and pieces!!!!
Pulled in with parts at 448.. they closed at 5...
He got us back up and running around 458.. lol (2 min to spare hehehe)
3 1/2 trip took us 8 1/2 hrs.. crashed in hotel and hit the ice sunday a.m. at 530..
Left at noon.. dropped 4 legals at the hole and caught a handful of shorts...
Took home 5 legals and couple nice bonus perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/MMvPfrwv/20220130-115716.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MMvPfrwv)
Caught most of them on Al's goldfish
Lil 49ers tipped with minnow head
-
John you certainly earned those fish congrats on being a diehard
-
Great job Fishinjohn, stuck it out and took home some fish fry's!
-
Nice job John..
-
John you certainly earned those fish congrats on being a diehard
X2
-
Made it to promise land Sunday.we left Saturday a.m.at 10..
Blew u bolts on trailer on 90 around noon...
Finally got a tow truck to pick us up... ibwas able to find a place that graciously fixed me up after I visited 2 different tractor supplies for the right parts and pieces!!!!
Pulled in with parts at 448.. they closed at 5...
He got us back up and running around 458.. lol (2 min to spare hehehe)
3 1/2 trip took us 8 1/2 hrs.. crashed in hotel and hit the ice sunday a.m. at 530..
Left at noon.. dropped 4 legals at the hole and caught a handful of shorts...
Took home 5 legals and couple nice bonus perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/MMvPfrwv/20220130-115716.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MMvPfrwv)
Caught most of them on Al's goldfish
Lil 49ers tipped with minnow head
That's dedication right there congratulations :icefish:
-
bite seems to be getting tougher fish are there but tight lipped
-
bite seems to be getting tougher fish are there but tight lipped
High pressure will do that
-
due to our late start most people don't realize it but it's getting time for our mid winter slump ......
-
Thanks fellas...
It was an expensive weekend.. lol
But way worth it
I LOVE SEEING THIS
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1Jmt3gn/20220130-063146.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1Jmt3gn)
-
fred and sully good fisherman ...... yeah their okay ........ :roflmao:
not sure i should comment on KP's post last time got people all upset with me :woot: :thumbsup:
You’ve got to learn that sometimes my inner guy, Andy, likes to use my KP account and post stuff that is irrelevant to fishing. That was Andy who suggested that you should be a moderator!!!!😜😜
-
that darn ole andy ....getting me in trouble and i didn't do anything :roflmao: ....hey lets not say joke around in here .... this thread will get locked ......
-
Finally got home before dark, 32' couple lookers until sun hit the horizon and the walleye bite was insane for about 15 minutes. How do they know? 15" of rock hard black ice, little bumpy.
-
XC glad you got out thereand had some fun ^5
-
Went out off Sylvan again this afternoon. Pretty slow from 1 till 4. Quite a few perch marks but they were tight lipped, only got 4 to commit. A few aggressive pin walleye as well. Last hour was crazy. Lost a number of good ones but did get my 3 keepers. Ice in great shape, 11" at 25 fow. Lots of trails to follow for us walkers. Nice sunset.
-
Well done everyone
cool pic fishinjohn
-
Saw an ad for some jigs on Facebook and decided to order them.
Anybody use larsons jigs before? I’m really digging rattle spoons for Onieda I’ve been doing good using 1/8 ounce rattle spoons.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1ggvYXLH/F9606077-B8-D8-40-BC-A73-E-870-DAD066-DB5.png) (https://postimg.cc/1ggvYXLH)
-
They look good , let us know how it goes
-
I went out to Oneida recently and I caught some walleye with these weird growths on there sides. Are they still fine to eat?
-
I’m fishing today out of Chapman. Lost both my helmets between a short move around lakeport shoal. If anyone found them please pm me. I’m on a yellow ski do tundra. 1 helmet is a black fox with white goggles other is full face with black and yellow. Tip for anyone who has them. Thank you!
-
Sorry to hear hopefully you get them back
Nate yes they are ok to eat it’s common to see those , they knock off pretty easy
-
I’m fishing today out of Chapman. Lost both my helmets between a short move around lakeport shoal. If anyone found them please pm me. I’m on a yellow ski do tundra. 1 helmet is a black fox with white goggles other is full face with black and yellow. Tip for anyone who has them. Thank you!
Why werent they on your heads? ::) ::) ;D
-
Why werent they on your heads? ::) ::) ;D
They should’ve been. Short move. Stupid mistake!
-
i don't wear mine half the time on the motorcycle ...... hope you recover them
-
Mad at myself! Not a lot of people here today. I know someone picked them up. I’d return anything I found. Always do👍
-
it's early lets see if someone post or contacts you i find 95% of outdoorsman are mighty honest folks
-
it's early lets see if someone post or contacts you i find 95% of outdoorsman are mighty honest folks
I agree. Hoping for the best
-
When I make short hops I toss mine in the shack
-
When I make short hops I toss mine in the shack
I should’ve done exactly that
-
I should’ve done exactly that
Hopefully you will get them back sometimes it takes a day or 2 , have somebody check FB
-
Well today goon and I went chasing Lakers we each landed 2 and boogered a few , and not to disappoint my fishing partner , I up rooted and did a little shack surfing 🤪
And I was told there were a few colorful
Metaphors from my shack as I passed by 🙄
-
I’m fishing today out of Chapman. Lost both my helmets between a short move around lakeport shoal. If anyone found them please pm me. I’m on a yellow ski do tundra. 1 helmet is a black fox with white goggles other is full face with black and yellow. Tip for anyone who has them. Thank you!
I saw the black and yellow helmet sitting on an ice shove near the Chapman launch that someone placed there when I was driving in. It was there around 4pm as I was coming off the ice.
-
Well today goon and I went chasing Lakers we each landed 2 and boogered a few , and not to disappoint my fishing partner , I up rooted and did a little shack surfing 🤪
And I was told there were a few colorful
Metaphors from my shack as I passed by 🙄
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMChBJZUDK8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMChBJZUDK8)
hey waxing surf boards and the bottom of ice shantys another great use for spam!!!!!! hang 10 fred
-
😎 not many wind surf in a shack with style
-
I walked up and down both sections of shove ice and didn’t see them. I just check again first thing this morning. Didn’t see anything. Looked around the pavilion, bathrooms etc but to no avail. Appreciate you reaching out! Thank you
-
H2 I was hoping it was still there check FB maybe someone picked them up for a safe return
-
H2 I was hoping it was still there check FB maybe someone picked them up for a safe return
Yes , me too. I don’t have fB so if anyone sees them please reach out. Really appreciate everyone’s help.
-
Got this one tonight. She blew her air bladder so I couldn’t get her to go back.
It’s my second biggest Oneida eye at 26”.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SYFJSyLJ/D3-F12931-9980-4-F21-8-B7-E-94-FBB2-D6-DFF6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SYFJSyLJ)
-
Nice walleye, Bruce!! Good work!!😎
-
nice fish man
-
Congrats Bruce big one for Oneida
-
Congratulations on a great Walleye. Must have been exciting seeing it come to the hole.
-
nice fish man
X2 congrats still hoping for one myself
-
Nicely done.
-
Monster Bruce congratulations…👍👍
-
Thanks everyone.
-
nice walleye
-
Beauty! Congrats.
-
Very nice 👍
-
That’s a beauty Bruce! Congrats brother 💪🏻
-
Hey Bobby, Bruce is setting that bar really high this winter , doesn’t give the rest of us a ghost of a chance
-
Hey Bobby, Bruce is setting that bar really high this winter , doesn’t give the rest of us a ghost of a chance
Now I need to find one of those 15" perch. :o ;D
-
burpppppp he's gone ;D
i didn't get a 15 and not a lot but i got some chunks this year
-
Now I need to find one of those 15" perch. :o ;D
If you hit 15”s you better head to the casino 🤑
-
That's a beauty Reeleyz :o Thanks again Freddie... ;D
-
That’s a good en!!
-
That's a big one for Oneida Reeleyz, good job!
-
That's a beauty Reeleyz :o Thanks again Freddie... ;D
Your always welcome and thank you for the gift
-
Awesome fish congrats
-
Thinking of heading out Lewis Point after some eyes and perch this weekend. Can anyone fill me in on what parking looks like and if I can take a wheeler out of there? This will be my first time out of Lewis. Any help is appreciated. Tight lines all!
-
Now I need to find one of those 15" perch. :o ;D
Thats easy… early reports say that there were 15 of them caught in one day!!!😂🤡
-
Thinking of heading out Lewis Point after some eyes and perch this weekend. Can anyone fill me in on what parking looks like and if I can take a wheeler out of there? This will be my first time out of Lewis. Any help is appreciated. Tight lines all!
Others will know better, but from what I’ve heard you better be there really early or the night before if you want parking for a wheeler.
-
I’d be very skeptical about bringing a wheeler anywhere on oneida this weekend depending on how much snow we get. Gonna be wet and heavy and push that ice right down to make a giant slush field. Gonna be quite the show at Lewis this weekend I’d imagine. I’d have couple back up plans is all I'm sayin. If ya run a wheeler just bring equipment assuming you’ll get stuck couple times
-
I’d be very skeptical about bringing a wheeler anywhere on oneida this weekend depending on how much snow we get. Gonna be wet and heavy and push that ice right down to make a giant slush field. Gonna be quite the show at Lewis this weekend I’d imagine. I’d have couple back up plans is all I'm sayin. If ya run a wheeler just bring equipment assuming you’ll get stuck couple times
Appreciate it. Is there anywhere else to park in the area to fish some of the same area or in South Bay? I assume it's a rat race everywhere, just trying to get my bearing before I show up. Thanks again
-
Plenty of parking at Verona state Park. With a machine it's easy travel to same spot as Lewis
-
Plenty of parking at Verona state Park. With a machine it's easy travel to same spot as Lewis
Beekeeper for the win...easy travel on quad or snowmobile..give the walkers a chance...the lot is small..better fishing west anyway.
-
Never fished South Bay don’t no anything about it. There is Chapman park in between south bay and Lewis. Been a while since I been but I remember a way bigger lot. Not sure if they have parking issues there or not though. A shorter travel to deeper water as well. Vernon beach is nice if we don’t get dumped on unless ya got a sled or snow dog. Might be a nightmare on wheelers and side by sides
-
I haven't fished lewis in 2 years because of the sh*t show. No regard for the people who live there. Garbage everywhere and people parking blocking driveways and others in.
-
I actually prefer fishing north shore when I can. I'm a walker so no machine. Godfrey has lots of parking and not too bad a walk to some nice structure.
-
Keep in mind that a major snowstorm is headed our way guys. What’s been easy traveling or walking may get tough real quick!! Be safe everyone!!!!😎
-
I actually prefer fishing north shore when I can. I'm a walker so no machine. Godfrey has lots of parking and not too bad a walk to some nice structure.
same here man. I’m doing Godfrey again this weekend. I’ll bring my wheeler but if it looks like a mess I’ll leave it right on the trailer. I know I can suck it up and chug it out to 25 fow if need be
-
Verona beach would be a better spot to unload, like was said there is going to be some slush to deal with.
-
so far this storm isn't dropping alot yet i hope it stays this way
-
so far this storm isn't dropping alot yet i hope it stays this way
Trap you most be glass half-full guy. Channel 3 predicted 10-16 for Oneida. Just started snowing a bit harder on south shore. Supposed to heavy through early morning. Not looking forward to slush on Saturday with low teens in the AM.
-
cross your fingers and lets hope brother
-
So far only about an inch at our house ....
I’ll hope for the lake. I’ve got a nice fresh4-6 out here near sodus bay not looking good
-
its going to be a slushy mess
-
just got home from plowing. it's 3 am. we've got 10 to 12 " in brewerton easy. I would say the lake has the same. I would think twice before taking a wheeler out there. Sully...
-
Only 6 inches in Constantia, but it is very heavy snow and it's still snowing slow like. Don't forget your nitroglycerin you old walking goats. 🤣🤣🤣
-
Fished yesterday and slush was already forming as we came off at 3pm. Buddy set up on a snow pile because he forgot his creepers and it a a sloppy mess when we left. Morning was great but they shut down where we were and never reconnected bouncing around. 25 stripers and 2 eyes
Buddy got that one. Not 15” but close
(https://i.postimg.cc/gwxhvVpv/0-BE04-FD2-3829-4-B4-A-B5-D4-D47456-D57-C4-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gwxhvVpv)
-
it looks like 2 people walking out from sylvan beach hard to see but i seen figures
-
Doesn't appear they got to far, can still see them now. 07:29
-
7:48 they ain't out to far not sure what thats all about
-
7:48 they ain't out to far not sure what thats all about
They found the stick hole marker. “ HOT SPOT “
Lol. Lmfao
-
If you are talking about these 2 figures out there, they have been there for a week. Part of the racetrack for the snowmobile drags coming up. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/mtynV91V/Snap-Shot-20220204-083011-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mtynV91V)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Went out to measure snow. Got 9-10 inches here near Lakeport. And it appears to be fairly dense, so should make for excellent snowmobile traveling. Couldn't stand how bumpy the ice has been so far this year.
-
If you are talking about these 2 figures out there, they have been there for a week. Part of the racetrack for the snowmobile drags coming up. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/mtynV91V/Snap-Shot-20220204-083011-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mtynV91V)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Zeker when and where are these snowmobile drags? thanks.
-
I am assuming south shore access site by Bridgeport will be plowed by tomorrow morning… anyone fishing out of there today?
-
Still coming down pretty good in Constantia.
-
I measured 8" so far in Contantia.
-
I measured 8" so far in Contantia.
Thanks Bruce , I’m stuck waiting for deliveries , or I’d be checking things out
Good luck to all
-
We got nearly a foot here on SE shore after .3" of rain. See a few sleds getting around. 14 degrees and dropping this wet snow might tighten up a little. I'm sure there is some slush under the snow.
-
Zeker when and where are these snowmobile drags? thanks.
6
Sylvan Beach 2/26 & 2/27
(https://i.postimg.cc/nX6wjFQf/271765726-2239621029522319-271592177196560615-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nX6wjFQf)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
just got off bite was ok at least a foot of snow some spots with slush under the snow but no issues with getting around on sled walking well thats your call but it will be very tough to say least , wheelers with chains maybe but i think they will struggle for sure
-
Thanks for the reports guys. Looks like I'll wait a few days for some machine trails to harden up to follow out on foot.
-
Thanks onieda 1 for the updates i am walking so i also will wait for more sled tracks
-
Yep. Just got done cleaning it up. Probably 11-13" on the NE side.
And congrats to your buddy on that perch, mcully. That's a slaunch
-
Thanks for the info Zeker.
-
Nice perch - thats how you guys measure ? With those things with lines on them .... no wonder you don't catch the 15" ers. SMH
:roflmao: :clap:
-
Tape dont lie lol
:roflmao: :clap:
-
you guys with snowmobiles make lots of good trails at chapmans!!!!!
-
Can you go to Williams when your done at Chapman.
-
just got in buiried sled once had to dig out, anywhere theres been holes is a slush mess... saw no wheelers....
-
Good to know thanks. I’m thinking of doing a night trip but will choose a spot with minimal walking and go lightweight
-
just got in buiried sled once had to dig out, anywhere theres been holes is a slush mess... saw no wheelers....
I only use a sled for ice fishing.So I don’t have much time on them and have never been out there in deep snow.Any advice to keep from burying it?
-
just got in buiried sled once had to dig out, anywhere theres been holes is a slush mess... saw no wheelers....
X2 - it is a real mess out there. I got buried at my first stop too and I had packed a trail before I stopped.
Second stop I unhooked the shack and pulled the sled away from my holes.
I think I burned more gas this morning than I have all season.
-
I only use a sled for ice fishing.So I don’t have much time on them and have never been out there in deep snow.Any advice to keep from burying it?
Pack a trail where you want to stop by circling back on your track. Then when you stop, unhook the sled from your shanty and pull the sled away from where you are fishing.
-
Pack a trail where you want to stop by circling back on your track. Then when you stop, unhook the sled from your shanty and pull the sled away from where you are fishing.
Thanks.As always reeleyz you advice and help is much appreciated.
-
Im glad to hear you guys got back to shore ok!!! I managed to get to my first stop without much struggle with my sled, went to move to another stop and buried my sled in a deep drift. Took nearly 30-40 minutes to dig it out. I travel a lot like reeleyz does in that slushy mess. First time ever getting stopped to a complete stop out there.
To the two 🤡🤡 who thought it was epic and funny to clap and take pics of my issue out there, I 👏 applaud you for being real standup sportsman and citizens for not attempting to help someone who was in need of help!! Good work 🤡🤡!!!
By the way, after I got myself to shore, I grabbed a shovel and commenced to walk 150 yds back out to help another guy who was in trouble with a friend with their stuck machine. Only to have them yell to me, that they were all set. They saw me unbury my sled already. And, that I didn’t need anymore exercise!! 😁 it’s wet and deep out there guys! Plan ahead if you decide to venture out. I did see a gas hole between Willard island and Taft bay access. I didn’t get cords for it, sorry!!!
-
Sounds like a hell of a trip Larry. People are crazy huh?!
-
I have other choice words for crazy people, Jon!! Here is not the place to share them!!😁
-
Anyone know how sleds going out of Verona fared?Im not really experienced with a sled in deep snow and traveling 2 hrs to get there.Last thing I want is a whole day ruined by my inexperience.
-
Just went for a joyride from lewis pt to verona beach trails. Have to say the lake is brutal, if you ride in trails your in slush. They have a good trail out from verona beach it's slushy and rough but should be froze in the morn.4 degrees right now.
-
KP their are Richard Craniums every where
Just a couple of nozzles
When in a slush situation dump the hitch and go with a long rope it will help
I’ve been there done all that bad stuff but it isn’t fool proof , Temps will help in the next few day,
The goon and I had a slush plowing episode last season in the same area as KP
Only thing that saved me was I had a delivery at my house
-
That sounds terrible KP. Crappy people make it all the worse. Hopefully you at least caught some fish.
I took my wheeler this morning and it probably wasn’t smart. Didn’t get stuck but ran 5500 rpm’s the whole way and moved about a mile an hour.
-
Thanks to everyone for the input.Think I’m going to stay closer to home.Im near Binghamton and we didn’t get too much snow.So I think I’ll hit Whitney point instead.Not a great place to catch fish but I haven’t been out yet this season and I’m chomping at the bit.
-
well sounds like i wasnt the only one that the slush monster tried to eat my sled lol... stayed close to shore this afternoon nothing great few fish not a spot i would normally go but it was close and no slush
-
Yeah that crap swallowed my sled too off the south shore today. Gotta basically gun it the whole way. Hopefully she locks up a bit. Def seemed like a lot less people for a sat.
-
It was awful going out the south shore today, lots of slush until you get passed the island.
-
That sounds terrible KP. Crappy people make it all the worse. Hopefully you at least caught some fish.
I took my wheeler this morning and it probably wasn’t smart. Didn’t get stuck but ran 5500 rpm’s the whole way and moved about a mile an hour.
Made a beeline for shore after getting unstuck. I beat up my equipment enough with that run. Caught 3 small fish in the first hour before I wanted to move. I’ll be back to get revenge on those fish!!😈
-
Those fish will pay another day king perch hahaha. Same story at Godfrey. I seen wheelers snow dogs and sleds all get stuck today…. I was one of them. Group of crazy guys in a side by side got stuck 2-3 time they got back though. I keep 4 or 5 12” 2by4 on my rack when I go out in case I have to drill a hole put 2by4 down hole with my spud and winch cable attached and pull out. Had to do it today. It’s been a while. 6 keeper perch and tossed couple dinks back. Guess a good whooping every now and again reminds ya the lake is boss. I’m getting drunk tonight and sleeping in tomorrow lmao
-
Iceman that’s funny, I’m getting drunk tonight because I Couldn’t get out there tonight. I’ll try to give it a shot tomorrow.
-
Iceman that’s funny, I’m getting drunk tonight because I Couldn’t get out there tonight. I’ll try to give it a shot tomorrow.
im a weekend warrior for the most part unfortunately. I’d rather be fishing again sun up tomorrow but I know when to except defeat and spend the next day licking my wounds lol
-
i;m having a st pauli girl myself ;D
slush sucks
-
It sure does…… old Milwaukee lights with a shot of sambuca after every couple. That ot to do her
-
I only use a sled for ice fishing.So I don’t have much time on them and have never been out there in deep snow.Any advice to keep from burying it?
Going out/in and moving stay on the throttle and when you stop, circle around your spot and stop on your own track.
-
trails should be frozen in the morning
-
trails should be frozen in the morning
Highly doubt it it was 0 here this morning and the bay was still very slushy and sloppy this morning
-
It’s 0* in Cleveland according to my weather map , will take a few days to tighten up so I’ll be fishing else where ,
-
i broke a rear brake line in the truck :%$#!: this is going to suck
-
Yep that sucks
-
hey thank God they make duel systems now days i got home with front brakes ......
-
It’s 0* in Cleveland according to my weather map , will take a few days to tighten up so I’ll be fishing else where ,
I agree Freddie… that crust on top can be just as bad as slush only. Breaking that crust layer and battling that slush underneath won’t be epic!!! I’ll wait till next weekend! Be safe everyone!!
-
Trapper I thought you drove a Flintstone vehicle 😂😂😂 jk
-
It’s 0* in Cleveland according to my weather map , will take a few days to tighten up so I’ll be fishing else where ,
Pm sent
-
Trapper I thought you drove a Flintstone vehicle 😂😂😂 jk
hey seriously i know a antic shop that has one i thing from a entertainment park sets in the front of their store .......i got to get pictures of that................my truck isn't from the flintstone era but close....i'm the one from the flintstone era i dated betty before barney ever knew her..............oh and dino was never allowed to annoy people on the ice either
-
i broke a rear brake line in the truck :%$#!: this is going to suck
Karma😂😂😂😂😂😂
-
Just took the 700 out on the lake for a quick rip to see how bad the conditions are. Man is there some serious slush out there as mentioned by others. Had it to the wood a few times so I didn’t get stuck. My sled is heavily studded too. I haven’t fished in 8-9 days. I won’t be out there until this mess improves. Was -6 last night on my way back from hanging out with some buddies at our hunting camp in north Constantia last night and didn’t seem to firm things up out on the lake.
-
Just took the 700 out on the lake for a quick rip to see how bad the conditions are. Man is there some serious slush out there as mentioned by others. Had it to the wood a few times so I didn’t get stuck. My sled is heavily studded too. I haven’t fished in 8-9 days. I won’t be out there until this mess improves. Was -6 last night on my way back from hanging out with some buddies at our hunting camp in north Constantia last night and didn’t seem to firm things up out on the lake.
And it's not going to that snow is just insulating it we need 3-4 days of 40s and sun melt all that snow and then drop back to sub zero temps
-
Yeah I know. Thanks for the reminder
-
some of the trails that had numerous passes on them set up but cold didnt touch anything under the snow still slush... like said above warm up is what we need
-
Lost my spud bar today off Chapman if anyone found one. Red Eskimo “redneck chisel”. Long shot but you never know. Anyway bite was pretty good from 8am -10:30. Managed 15 perch and a nice 18” eye. Slush not to bad for walking.
-
Glad you found some Reelax. Thanks for the report. How deep were you?
-
Good job Reelax
-
23’ just about straight out. Been having good luck all season in 20-24’. First 40 minutes aggressive bite with a rap. Slowed a bit, changed to a small blue and silver kast master, managed a bunch. Slowed down even more and went small jig with a couple spikes.
-
Thanks... may try to get out soon.
-
hey seriously i know a antic shop that has one i thing from a entertainment park sets in the front of their store .......i got to get pictures of that................my truck isn't from the flintstone era but close....i'm the one from the flintstone era i dated betty before barney ever knew her..............oh and dino was never allowed to annoy people on the ice either
I liked Wilma redheads and blue eyes 😉 hey Trapper I'd like to see a pic of that though
-
Mother Nature is just giving the fish a break for a spell
-
Damn.......hope it gets better when I come up on the 15th
-
Damn.......hope it gets better when I come up on the 15th
-
3 of us went out of Apps today. 24 feet. 2 keeper eyes and 4 perch. Bunch of shorts. Tough to get a commitment. Walk was a workout. 2 of us wore snow shoes and we stayed on top of the slush mostly. No bouncing around due to the conditions.
-
3 of us went out of Apps today. 24 feet. 2 keeper eyes and 4 perch. Bunch of shorts. Tough to get a commitment. Walk was a workout. 2 of us wore snow shoes and we stayed on top of the slush mostly. No bouncing around due to the conditions.
Wow !! 3 fishermen with the same mindset of fishermen of 50 years ago. There is the lake lets put on our backpacks , grab a spud and go fishing. Now if your fish finder, power auger, or heater don’t work or your hut has a hole in it , or your wheeler or sled wont go through the slush no one fishes. Hardly Diehards.. no offense just a comparison..
-
Another thing I don’t understand is how to post once !!! Duh!!
-
Tried the night bite in 18fow and the walk was surprisingly easy compared to the reports. I stayed on the sled tracks and where it may have been slush earlier was frozen over. Steady marks on the vex from 5-6:30 pm but mostly lookers besides 3 pins and 1 15”. Nothing on the tip-ups, had to work for the bites.
-
Old timer said it perfectly!! Mother Oneida has handed it to me many times. But, I keep going back. I’ve never put myself in the Diehard category! Never will! I’ll also add that I’ve posted previously that the Original Diehards were the likes of Oldtimer and the fisherman of his generation and others for a short time after. Most fishermen of today don’t even compare!! 😎🎣🕳
-
I still do what I’ve done for the past 40+ years , when she gets like this I pack up my toys and move to another body of water until it tightens up , lots of fishable water without the workout 😉
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxjnDwRy/R.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxjnDwRy)
don't be girlie men !!!!! and someone pull trappers stuff out and back!!!!
-
I was out last night. The snow settled a little and the slush was about the same. Hopefully it slushes up enough this week to freeze it all.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/gxjnDwRy/R.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxjnDwRy)
don't be girlie men !!!!! and someone pull trappers stuff out and back!!!!
😂 you’re too much Trap!!! Lol
-
:roflmao:
slush on lake in fulton too
-
I was out last night. The snow settled a little and the slush was about the same. Hopefully it slushes up enough this week to freeze it all.
Thanks Bruce
-
Old timer said it perfectly!! Mother Oneida has handed it to me many times. But, I keep going back. I’ve never put myself in the Diehard category! Never will! I’ll also add that I’ve posted previously that the Original Diehards were the likes of Oldtimer and the fisherman of his generation and others for a short time after. Most fishermen of today don’t even compare!! 😎🎣🕳
Your right on that Larry. No power tools back then either and when it was time to split firewood they karate chopped it with their hand 😂
-
sssssssss_______tttttt tt when we were young chain saws weren't invented we would train beaver to chew trees down for fire wood..........you kids have it so easy now days ............. :roflmao:
-
😂😂😂
-
Made the trek walking from north shore yesterday. Walk was tough, great exercise :-\. Set up in 19FOW hoping To get lucky and not have to travel, lol. Wasn’t the case. Hiked out to 28 ft and was on fish the rest of the day. Caught fish with Gold rattle Kastmaster, purple jig n rap, and majority from A white slender spoon. Caught dozens of eyes 10-14 inches landed 2 17 inchers and took home 25 really nice perch. Overall a rewarding day for the conditions. Also, saw 1 quad and 2 sleds get stuck throughout the day.
Anyone have any go to tactics to help target bigger eyes ? I don’t have access to a snowmobile or quad so I’m limited to travel wise but still not afraid to walk.
Eyes seems to be extra warty this year ?
(https://i.postimg.cc/f3KKMP5v/265-A8010-CF13-4-F72-9-C1-F-B30-FE68019-C9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f3KKMP5v)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyYSKNcj/3-E5-F90-F5-B611-424-D-B1-B4-713-F02280-A62.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zyYSKNcj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mfcbbpws/60-B2-A626-605-B-4842-B30-D-65-FD6-D5-E65-E7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mfcbbpws)
-
😂😂😂
Trap trained those beaver to cut his firewood, then made stew out of them!!! Great way to reward those beaver Trap!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
-
Good job squeaky
Far as targeting bigger eyes no secret to catching bigger eyes , your doing fine just didn’t happen for you is all , you can move around , I prefer eyes that size to eat
And those perch are hard to beat
-
That is a great day SS!
-
Nice job Steve! Sounds like a good day to me! Just like filet stated, you will get into the bigger eyes. Just keep at it!
-
😂😂😂
I heard Trap trained that beaver on the Dinty Moore commercial. He cuts wood just like a chain saw. Just watch the commercial and see Trap's magic.
-
Good job Steve you earned those fish.
-
sssssssss_______tttttttt when we were young chain saws weren't invented we would train beaver to chew trees down for fire wood..........you kids have it so easy now days ............. :roflmao:
Geez I thought i was the only one that trained beavers!!! LOL ::)
-
I was out with the snowmobile last night on the lake after I got a call from a buddy who rents an air B and B. He had some renters who threw a track on their tracked wheeler a mile out and needed their gear towed in to shore. It was pretty froze up if you were in someone’s tracks out there so wasn’t to bad.
-
Fished this afternoon from 3:30-5:30. Travel was pretty darn good on the snowmobile. Only ran into one pretty good area of slush but it wasn’t too bad. Shanty didn’t get swamped or anything like that. Ended up limiting on eyes and 2 jumbo perch. Tossed back one small perch and one short eye. Also got broke off once. That makes 4 times I’ve been broke off by eyes this winter. Getting expensive lol. The keeper eyes I caught were on the bigger side. They were all hooked in the back of the throat. They were def hungry.
-
Great job Bobby.
-
Good work Steve and, SNOOP!!😎🎣🕳
-
Good job Homie
-
Lol thanks guys. Was nice to get out
-
We went mud chicken fishing we each landed 2 and a first timer thought is was a hoot
-
hey at least if you catch lakers threw the ice they can;t slime your net
-
hey at least if you catch lakers threw the ice they can;t slime your net
Hey bud , your voice mail is full , and I didn’t have any spam so I needed a couple Lakers to grease my runners 😁
-
Nice Fred!
-
Hey bud , your voice mail is full , and I didn’t have any spam so I needed a couple Lakers to grease my runners 😁
OMG fred finally someone told me one good reason to keep one of them things ......do you wring the grease out and apply it or just rub the whole fish on the runners and sliders????
-
We went mud chicken fishing we each landed 2 and a first timer thought is was a hoot
They are a riot through the ice.
-
They are a riot through the ice.
Yes sir they are the boys like to see how hard they can push me ,4.7miles on foot yesterday 🙄
-
best fighting fish i ever caught threw the ice is a tiggermusky but i have never caught a laker threw the ice ...i hear laker and i get visions of netting them for beer bellied guys from new jersey and having to say nice laker :sick: and then they ask how i like eatting them ...... threw the ice it sounds fun .....
-
Is the walking getting any easier ? coming up tonite & fish next 2 days Maybe chapmans one day , godfreys the next
-
havent been over there but chapman should have some decent trails....
-
havent been over there but chapman should have some decent trails....
Thank you Will find out in the AM
-
The snow settled a lot. There is still a good amount of slush. That should get pretty sloppy tomorrow and then hopefully freeze up.
Another 26” eye tonight. Hard to believe!
(https://i.postimg.cc/k2BkV4zr/4-FB06775-C090-42-F3-9-C7-B-23-AA672-F5-FCF.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2BkV4zr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mPz5Ln1B/4-FCE46-FC-FDC2-4005-B210-08987-B8-AC6-C0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPz5Ln1B)
-
Bruce you better head to the casino , your on a roll congrats
-
nice fish,,, she was getting sloppy when i came in at dark but come sunday it should set up nicely warm tmrw till sat with possible rain
-
Another Tank! Nice Bruce! I was out this evening and ended up with 2 keepers. Couldn’t get the 3rd lol
-
Bud back to back 26 inches that's impressive hoping to get out there very soon too much work right but about to free up soon
-
Nice fish reeleyes..nice to see the kids holding a fish instead of a smart phone..Oneida1 thankyou for the slush report im on foot..muck boots it is..we should have good temps for a couple days..
-
Beauty Reeleyz!!! Great pic with the yougnins!!
SeanP
-
Quick trip after work, first two eyes of the year.
26ers👍👍👍👍 Nice job Bruce
-
Thanks guys. The kids were pretty excited to see that come through the hole.
-
reel nice fish man
-
Awesome fish. Must have been a special and memorable night.
-
Went out of Godfrey Point this afternoon for last couple hours. We got 1 keeper eye, 16 incher, and 3 nice perch. Dropped a good eye and also caught and released 7 short eyes. Beautiful sunset and evening. Drag wasn't bad at all on snowmobile trails.
-
Those are some nice eyes. Got out before sunset, my first 2 spots were anchored in with over 3' of ice. Moved in to 10' only couple lookers. Nice sunset anyways. Slush in spots but seem as deep. 15" where I could drill.
-
Anyone taking ATV's out of Verona Beach since the snowfest of last weekend? Going to try and fish tomorrow.
-
snow/slush settling will be messy but not as thick into weekend should be set up come monday
-
I agree with Oneida1. Haven’t been out today but Tuesday and Wednesday it wasn’t bad at all. The only real slushy spot I ran into in my 3 mile round trip was before I got outside the bay I head out from.
-
It was sloppy outta apps this evening. Decided to walk to the first drop and it wasn’t easy. Plenty of slush even on the machine trails, seemed to break through every other step. Wheelers out but were struggling. I don’t think I’d bring mine out till it hardens up.
-
:whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
(https://i.postimg.cc/RNNVdTFf/776-A5172-F0-F3-4-E69-AC87-C57-A33-B6-C1-B1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RNNVdTFf)
-
Nice mess of fish Paul.
-
Nice mess of fish Paul.
X2
-
It sure does 👍
-
Was nice to finally get out. Fish were eager to hammer the raps.
-
Cozy and warm and the fish were cooperating what more cld be better.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mn80hxBR/0210221653a.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mn80hxBR)
Bring rubber boots if you're going out for the afternoon..4 perch & 1 short eye yesterday..
-
Is that Williams? I really want to go tomorrow instead of Sunday but the walk Sunday will certainly be easier.
-
go both days , if you need i'll write you a note or talk to your wife and explain how your needed there this week end
-
I have a day of cooking planned for Sunday. Plus I walk a long ways and I hate going to work Monday after fishing Sunday. Everything hurts for a couple days then I have to clean the fish. Saturday is just easier all the way around. That being said if I can’t get to my spot Saturday I will go Sunday.
-
The slush seemed to freeze up some last night. There are still some slush pockets around Cleveland but it was not too bad.
Saturday night should really lock that up good.
-
i'm debating where to go in the morning lol but the truck is loaded
-
i'm debating where to go in the morning lol but the truck is loaded
Brake line fixed?
-
Brake line fixed?
we got that done .......truck is loaded
-
we got that done .......truck is loaded
Good deal
-
Ive got one shot to get out this weekend, and tomorrow it is. Slush be damned, i'm going rogue and hoofing it out of Chapmans.
-
Is it possible to get a sled out of Chapman.The only time I hardwatered on the north side I took my sled out of apps
-
Anyone ever target burbot through the ice on Oneida? Thinking about heading there for a night Monday then meeting some guys in old forger to snowmobile the next day. I can settle for eyes lol my original plan. But I thought I heard burbot spawn under the ice in February never targeted then but would like to give them a shot. I thought I heard there’s a targetable population in Oneida, any info would be appreciated.
-
yes on sled chapman might it some soft stuff tho, burbout have declined over the years only get 1 or 2 a yr last few years not worth a trip or to target them speciffically
-
I’m such a dumbass.Meant Godfrey.I usually go out of Chapman.Thanks for the info though.
-
yes on sled chapman might it some soft stuff tho, burbout have declined over the years only get 1 or 2 a yr last few years not worth a trip or to target them speciffically
I agree with Oneida 1 your better off targeting walleyes
-
not on lake but from looking out appears most snow/ slush gone with just wet spots on top,,,
-
There is a crust and then maybe 3” - 6” of slush. I watched some wheelers
blasting through slush.
-
I'm headed over to Oneida next weekend to fish on Sunday & Monday with the Mrs. I'm working on a Smitty sled to put under my foldover Frabill. The weather looks good so far. Do you think the slush will have locked up by then? Our plan is to get bait and park at Lewis point to access the lake. What's been a good depth for Walter and Jack? Never fished Oneida so I'm going to be following the bait shop's advice. The hand drag from Lewis point looks relatively easy-ish. Good plan? Any advice/input would be appreciated. Thanks...BTW, my wife usually beats me on our First, biggest, & most wager. I would like to find some fish to avoid the expected ball-busting from her.
-
The slush will definitely be locked up by sunday. It is going to be extremely cold both days with wind chills below zero. You can forget Lewis Point on sunday unless you get there by like 3am. I would recommend something like Chapman Park. I would also expect very slippery conditions both days. Good luck I hope you catch some fish!
-
Food for thought : I'm not suggesting any thing I'm just sayin this happened to me Fished thurs out of Godfreys Without a favorite spot, I just bounced around looking here and there About 2:00 I had had enough and had dinner plans so I proceeded to fillet my perch on the ice with my jig pole still down and fish finder on. Every so often I would wash off my cutting board in my hole and continue. By the time I had a dozen fish cleaned I had the bite going that I had looked for all day. It was quite intense for about an hour.
I know that chumming has been discussed hear before and beat to death with a lot of ugly comments. Again I not suggesting to got out there and start dumping stuff, I just found it ironic that they just started biting like that. Maybe a school just happened to come in ? Or maybe they just decided it was time to eat ?
Any way, I returned to the same hole yesterday without so much as thinking of chumming and did Ok but not great I did however crack that Onieda jinx and caught 2 nice walleye
My first thru the ice
-
Lewis point has calmed down, Saturday forget it Sunday hasn't been so crowded weekdays are good before 7 am. Took a walk things have tightened some lots of water should be good after cold returns.
-
out of godfrey today, still a good bit of slush. never stuck with snowmobile but it got a workout getting through, seen a couple wheelers get stuck. nice morning until the rain and ridiculous wind behind it came. lots of lookers and the takers where shorts but the wife got a nice 20 incher
-
To each their own but I know when other guys are struggling and I have my limit I won't say chumming in non sense
-
do ii think you can chum perch or walleyes ....probablly not but i bet you could chum minnows and crawfish to come in .... people use lights to draw minnows in to get a bite going .....maybe it does work
-
Keep your ego In check. You don’t have time to clean fish and chum at the same time if you’re catching your limit.
Maybe in the Gulf of Mexico.
Since when does chum have to be from that days catch? Or that it has to be filleted fish?
-
Here we go blah blah......this time of year all we need to know is how was the ice today...are the cracks doing ok and did the slush tighten up its a big lake no need to bicker everyone get together and help each other out....most important everyone have a fun a d safe trip out on the ice
-
Pounder
Just get the info from Bruce or Bobby as you know those 2 ,and there are a few others I believe , sorry I haven’t been out
And to chum or not to chum is a choice
I for 1 would like to see all these limits of 50 good perch off Oneida
-
Lmao no kidding. A dozen or so good keeper perch is a good god damn day in my book for oneida.. chumming or not chumming. I don’t myself
-
i would think tomorrow that slush should be tightened up
-
Lmao no kidding. A dozen or so good keeper perch is a good god damn day in my book for oneida.. chumming or not chumming. I don’t myself
I guess I just got lucky for a guy who is not a regular and don't know as much as I would like to about the lake I think I had a fun 2 days. with 15 good perch on thursday and 11 on friday plus 2 eyes and a bunch of throw backs. Please guys don't let this turn into something ugly. I just wanted to know others opinions. Maybe it was just luck
By the way, Pimple pounder thats a nice pic. Two guys enjoying the weather with a cool one on the bucket and a fish fry going home nice
-
62 i think you did great buddy .....and first thing about oneida just when you think you know it ...... it screws ya lol my best this year was 17 and that was luck i suck on that lake
-
I’m sorry. I’ve been slamming beers all day and my mouth and fingers got the best of me. I may chum the toilet soon at the rate I’m going.
Chum away boys. Dog food, perch guts, human remains, whatever. As long as you get your limit while others are struggling.
well said ,i too am having a few labatts ;D
-
I guess I just got lucky for a guy who is not a regular and don't know as much as I would like to about the lake I think I had a fun 2 days. with 15 good perch on thursday and 11 on friday plus 2 eyes and a bunch of throw backs. Please guys don't let this turn into something ugly. I just wanted to know others opinions. Maybe it was just luck
By the way, Pimple pounder thats a nice pic. Two guys enjoying the weather with a cool one on the bucket and a fish fry going home nice
oh no I didn’t mean anything by that post I was just agreeing Iv very rarely if ever seen a limit (50 perch) on oneida from one guy in a day of 8” plus fish. I count that as a Great weekend you had myself. As far as chumming to each there own as far as I’m concerned
-
The slush is all locked up.
-
Walking was great, fishing sucked. The fish were not where I left them 2 weeks ago. I like to think I know how to catch perch on Oneida. In 20 years I think I have 5 limits, a few 40’s and a lot of 20’s and 30’s. Now if you added up all those days and multiplied by 16 you would get my single digit and 0 trips. I only keep 10” and up so I will gladly take all the beatings for the occasional good or great day. Those great days the fish seem to run larger so 50, 11-13” perch fills the freezer bigly.
-
Chum it’s about getting lucky and landing on fish , after 2 weeks they may have picked that spot clean of forage and moved on
You’ll get them next time
-
How's the burbot bite been? Taking a break from adk Lakers and Pike. Willing to trade Lake Champlain laker spots for some Oneida burbot ;D
-
For those asking about burbot last ten yrs there havent been many around to my knowledge no specific area they are caught and area very far and few now . Not sure why years ago they were very common i may have got 2 last yr none this year ... IMO not worth a trip to oneida to target them maybe some others have more positive info
-
For those asking about burbot last ten yrs there havent been many around to my knowledge no specific area they are caught and area very far and few now . Not sure why years ago they were very common i may have got 2 last yr none this year ... IMO not worth a trip to oneida to target them maybe some others have more positive info
I used to get a few every year. I bet haven’t caught one in 7-8 years
-
Fished this morning. Conditions were great for travel. Everything is locked up as Reeleyez stated. Marked quite a few fish. Ended up landing 6 keeper eyes 7 shorts just under 15” and 10 perch. Fish were there but kind of fussy.
-
That sounds like a great morning Bobby.
-
Definitely was Bruce! Weather was perfect too!
-
Good job guys
The ones that want to target burbot , IMO save your time and money , I believe you will be very disappointed
-
I also have not caught a burbot in quite a few years. Never caught alot of them. Personally I think targeting them would be a fruitless adventure.
-
I would enjoy hooking into one. Been at least 5 and more likely towards 10 years since ive caught one.
-
I would enjoy hooking into one. Been at least 5 and more likely towards 10 years since ive caught one.
Probably didn’t help that a lot of guys just left them on the ice. I ate one and it was pretty good.
-
Back in the 90' s on weekends people would be out looking for them. I used to see an older gentleman dragging a sled and picking them up.
-
Probably didn’t help that a lot of guys just left them on the ice. I ate one and it was pretty good.
I have not caught a burbot in at least 3 years. When I was a kid they would be all over the ice. I hope Karma pays a visit to the people that used to do that.
-
I personally only kept 1 (burbot) if I was fishing with someone that ate them
I can also remember seeing them on the ice , I was trying to remember the last 1 I caught it’s been several years
Last one I saw was cruising the shore line while I was casting 2 years ago
-
haven't caught a lawyer if years
-
Caught a couple inside 113 late February last year in 22' water
recall multiples few years back in similar depths similar time of year east of Dunham too
-
I got a 23” burbot about 5 years ago, 23’ off sylvan. Was dejected from not catching any walleyes and slamming a snap rap on bottom and got slammed. I thought I had a nice walleye, but up slithered mr burbot. It was a nice surprise and are well with the few perch we had caught. Def do not think you can target them, as others have said.
-
I've caught a few but never kept them. Got a giant trolling with leadcore on bottom of lake erie this summer and threw it back. I told myself i was gonna try the next one. Caught one on Oneida few weeks ago 16.7 ft of water and kept it. The cleaning process was different, made like i would lobster and it was actually really good. Was shocked! I'll keep going forward. Just one man's opinion.
(https://i.postimg.cc/VJWrw3sF/burbot3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VJWrw3sF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qt7RTq5k/burbot2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qt7RTq5k)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LnT28Rfh/burbot.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnT28Rfh)
-
Thanks for sharing, looks pretty good! I haven't caught any in about 5 years like many others have commented. Got some off Chapmans on tip-ups with minnows.
-
ice is in great shape perfect for wheelers if you have a sled that needs snow not to over heat may be an issue
-
Burbot make an awesome fish stew! Definitely a keeper fish!
-
The burbot can go back down the hole as quick, if not quicker that it came up through the hole. Could never understand why people killed them for no reason. Coyote bait? 🙄 I have caught a few in my days on the ice. It’s been roughly 5 years since I’ve caught one.
-
I’m pretty new to the lake and hoping to do better tomorrow than I did last time. Planning to head out from Lewis point. Is there a certain depth I should target for perch and walleye? When I’ve fished Oneida it’s seemed like I just get a mark once in a while. Should I move around more and try to find a school?
-
caught a few bourbot last year. lovely fish. coyotes enjoyed them.
I assume that you are joking?
-
I assume that you are joking?
I was thinking the same maybe the remains after cleaning?..... i hope
-
Got out yesterday afternoon from 3:30-5:30. Wind was pretty brisk. Fished the same spot as Sunday. Didn’t mark as many fish but I ended up bringing 2 nice perch and 2 eyes home with me. Snow started cranking up as I headed in.
-
i'm debating i know i can hammer big gills .....or go to oneida hmmmmmmmmmmmm going to be warm with easy walk either way
-
i'm debating i know i can hammer big gills .....or go to oneida hmmmmmmmmmmmm going to be warm with easy walk either way
You leave my perch alone!!!😁
-
Got out this evening for last hour and a half before dark. Beautiful sunset tonight. Ended up catching 2 keeper eyes and a tank of a perch. Also tossed back one short eye. Enough for dinner this trip.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhjk8DKb/0-B8-FB306-26-D6-4794-B9-F3-973-D1307-F217.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhjk8DKb)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fVNStm17/ED895-A3-D-51-FB-411-E-AEFF-FAD1-B48-D7-FCD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVNStm17)
-
Good job Snoop!!😎
-
Thanks Larry! 😜
-
Nice job Bobby.
-
Got out this afternoon off Lewis Pt. Easy walk with just a light dusting of snow. Picked away at the walleye all afternoon. They came in waves, always chased and most often hit my jig. Most were shorts but got 3 keepers and a few others that were legal. The perch were there, seldom chased and never strayed far from bottom. My only perch chased and crushed a No 7 jigging rap. Biggest Waldo at 20" sucked in a small perch jig. Had my 3 so still swimming. Ice was 14 -16" everywhere I drilled. Wish this lake was closer to home!
-
Nice work 2much! Heading to the lake tomorrow and will probably head off south shore somewhere for some shelter from high winds that are forecast the next couple days.
-
We went mud chicken fishing we each landed 2 and a first timer thought is was a hoot
You popped someones cherry on those slimy wonderful fish!? I think I have Larry convinced he needs to give them a go.
-
Good work gentlemen
Jon , goon and I took our bud Matt he had a good time
-
Hey quick question here. Wife and I fished Oneida last year and only managed 4 perch on 4 trips. Mainly used tip-ups and jigged to kill the time. Also visited 3 different entrance points. Do you basically stay in one spot and jig or move after a certain amount of time if the schools don't come to you? If you stay in stay in one place for the duration, do you put tip-ups in. Thanks for any help............
Kim ??? ???
-
Hey quick question here. Wife and I fished Oneida last year and only managed 4 perch on 4 trips. Mainly used tip-ups and jigged to kill the time. Also visited 3 different entrance points. Do you basically stay in one spot and jig or move after a certain amount of time if the schools don't come to you? If you stay in stay in one place for the duration, do you put tip-ups in. Thanks for any help............
Kim ??? ???
I know people run tipups but not many do on oneida, just mainly jig. do you have electronics? that makes all the difference. If we are not catching its time to move.
-
the vexlar is your friend .... your new my suggestion get close to groups ... tip ups are more work then they are worth .concentrate on jigging ...i work at perch and walleyes are accidental catches ......have fun stay save i'm getting in the truck right now
-
Using the navionics app will help get you close to the breaks you're looking for. Then its drill a couple holes to see where you're at. Move till you find some marks. Repeat as needed.
-
Pman what guys are saying is true not that tipups don’t catch any eyes , jigging is so much more productive, being mobile certainly will help just my .02
Nav on your phone is a plus
-
Fished on Sunday near 109 and had a hell of a time with ice chunks underneath the main sheet. Almost like a detached layer of ice that was stuck down there.. Never experienced that before but what a pain!!
2 short walleye and dropped another close to the hole. Was tough to move around because of how annoying it was to get the hole cleared out. That’s probly a wrap for me on Oneida this year
-
My faith has been restored!! Out near 109 and the 4 wheeler quit. No spark. Great guy towed me back to Verona. It was dark out by then and he was willing to help. Thanks for the help!
No keepers-ice at 23”-marked many but couldn’t make the bite.
-
Schwartzy glad you found a helping hand
-
There are some pretty decent ppl left. Glad you got help.
-
Never been on Oneida before and thinking about taking the kids who are 4 and 6 on Sunday. Are any areas of the lake better than other for this? Ill be on foot also no machine for us. Thanks
-
no where near an expert on Onieda but I think most of the productive water would be a long walk from shore for the little ones. The wind can also be a factor. Have you considered Big Bay on the west end ? Not a bad walk from a pay to park lot and lots of good sized sunnies to keep the kids interested.
-
Agreed most places will a bit much for the little ones to walk , BB would be much more agreeable just my .02 the sunnies and gills are very nice in size but can be finicky at times
If you go on your own +-1/2 mile can put you in good fishing water just my .02
-
If it's glade ice like where I'm headed this weekend just put the kid in the sled and drag them
-
wincendf pm send hope it helps .....
-
If it's glade ice like where I'm headed this weekend just put the kid in the sled and drag them
It’s not all glade ice , after sleds and wheelers drove through the slush that is refrozen , my bud that was out day before yesterday where he went out was ankle busting walk at least a hundred yards dragging at least an extra 100lbs , hopefully with the rain and a little snow will smooth things up by the weekend
-
Never been on Oneida before and thinking about taking the kids who are 4 and 6 on Sunday. Are any areas of the lake better than other for this? Ill be on foot also no machine for us. Thanks
Not sure about you but I won’t be fishing until next week prolly mid week at that, I won’t fight that wind anymore
My personal opinion is a 4yo and a 6yo on the ice with winds blowing 20+ all day would not be fun.
-
Not sure about you but I won’t be fishing until next week prolly mid week at that, I won’t fight that wind anymore
My personal opinion is a 4yo and a 6yo on the ice with winds blowing 20+ all day would not be fun.
Taking my 4 year old Saturday afternoon and then My 9 year old all day Sunday
-
beenperchin it wasn't much fun for a old fart today when those gust really hit ......i might hit a sheldered spot i know tomorrow i went and checked it out this evening
-
Sunday looks to be the best of the 2 days far as wind
-
I may not be that old but I have lived a good and exciting life to date and I only spent an hour on the ice today.
Like trap said get behind something for some shelter or I don’t go anymore
Wind blows closed flip.
Closed flip goes sideways.
Snowmobile slides sides ways with it.
Have at it. I was once that willing to beat myself up too I raced motocross.
-
it was to brutal today .......i even anchored the shanty down and i still had visions of a icshanty ice boat ride......it wasn't fun
-
Hey folks - way overdue but was out weekend before last and wanted to post a quick report. As I’m sure any fools like us experienced that weekend, 4 wheeeler was brutal even with chains due to slush and snow combo. Should have listened to guy in parking lot with a wheeler turned ice ball but you couldn’t tell us anything after a 3-hour drive to fish! We earned every foot of the mile and a half we made it out… set up on an underwater point in 24 foot of water on a pretty steep drop from 10 to 28 in about 100 yard span. O5 jigging raps with an emerald head were best and we managed 11 eyes and 3 perch between two guys - average size was really nice… 2 over 20” and only 3 shorts. Old school black and gold was the hot color. Thanks to all you regulars that post general ice and fishing updates on here - much appreciated by this weekend warrior that only gets out a few times a year.
-
it was to brutal today .......i even anchored the shanty down and i still had visions of a icshanty ice boat ride......it wasn't fun
Lol I did that 2 weeks ago 😜
-
Fished off Lewis Point this afternoon. My son-in-law got his walleye limit in the last hour of light. We added 2 perch. Silver and black jigging raps with fathead head. 28 to 32 fow. Wind was strong when we got on at 2:30 but settled down later on to where it was not bad. Overall better than I thought it would be wind wise.
-
Nice job guys. I agree bigbuck, the wind went down at sunset and it was nice.
-
Nice job Buck. That last hour has been more productive for me than the first hour in the am.
-
Finally had a break working. Got over to bb yesterday. it was a slow pick, but managed 23 big sunnies, and 1 crappie. The wind was brutal !! I managed to not let my bucket, and jet sled take flight. It was good to get out, and get on some fish ;D. Sully...
-
Nice job sully
-
good job sully that wind got to me
-
Is there more than one Jewel access point,the one I went out of on Tuesday is not the one I remember from 20 years ago?
-
To let everyone know there are ice depressions out there and now are filled with water , 1 SW of mills street access, so I’m sure there are more around the lake
-
Hi guys, looking for some insight on bait shops and access points. I am heading up this weekend for my first time ever fishing in NY. I thought I had a plan, but the wind on Saturday has me thinking of a contingency plan or two. Planning to leave the house around 3AM and make the 4.5 hour drive due north to Lakeside Outfitters. I planned to fish off Lewis point or Sylvan beach so this place seemed to be in route. Anyway, really only looking for a few dozen minnows and maybe a jigging rap or two. Will this place fit the bill? Since I was arriving later on Saturday I thought maybe Lewis Point parking would be full at which time i was going to try Sylvan. That's before the wind forecast got worse and worse every time I looked at it. Can I find protection from the wind in south bay or do I need to go to the west end of the lake? I saw big bay mentioned above, where can you park to fish this bay? Walleye was the main target since I have never caught one while ice fishing, not many opportunities in SE PA. I'm willing to walk a long ways for a good bite, but I may stay closer to shore on Saturday and take the long walk on Sunday.
Thanks in advance and tight lines.
-
ice creepers or korkers are a must
-
Lakeside outfitters has everything you’ll need.
Good fishing all over Oneida. Just have to find them. Good luck
-
I would maybe start by scrolling the 247 pages of posted information available to you at no cost except your time.
I read the last 10 or so pages and got a few laughs. Wasn’t sure if the bait shop and parking situation would still be relevant on posts from 2017. I know many of our bait shops in PA have closed in that time frame. Thanks for your time.
-
There should be parking at lewis or slyvan if u get there later for the wind LADY O is the boss might want ice anchors
-
To let everyone know there are ice depressions out there and now are filled with water , 1 SW of mills street access, so I’m sure there are more around the lake
Thanks for the heads up 👍🏻
-
Is an "ice depression" a low area that collects water or is it an area of bad or weak ice?
-
Was wondering the same thing. Hope their isn’t whitecaps on the lake Saturday lol
-
It’s a depression in the ice where snow built up in an area then melts , that fills with water , I’ve seen them over knee deep ,
If I have time I usually stop and drill a hole to drain them
-
Ahh. Got ya filet. Thanks for the tip! I think I actually remember you or someone else posting somthing like that couple years back. I’ll try to do the same. Goda suck not seeing that and plowing threw on a wheeler or sled goin more than 10mph
-
It’s a depression in the ice where snow built up in an area then melts , that fills with water , I’ve seen them over knee deep ,
If I have time I usually stop and drill a hole to drain them
They make some pretty impressive whirlpools as they drain!!
-
Ahh. Got ya filet. Thanks for the tip! I think I actually remember you or someone else posting somthing like that couple years back. I’ll try to do the same. Goda suck not seeing that and plowing threw on a wheeler or sled goin more than 10mph
2 years ago after all these years I ran into 1 and stalled my sled , Rick from apps towed me in and I took it over to KPs and drained it ,with his help , pain in the Arz 1-1.5 hrs and running like top with no damage
-
you want to be careful as the water drains it eats that hole and it gets bigger
-
Where I was fishing today 8in. hole was like 12in. with in 2 or 3 hours.
-
2 years ago after all these years I ran into 1 and stalled my sled , Rick from apps towed me in and I took it over to KPs and drained it ,with his help , pain in the Arz 1-1.5 hrs and running like top with no damage
man that will ruin a day of fishing in a hurry. Glad you had some good friends to help ya out
-
I read the last 10 or so pages and got a few laughs. Wasn’t sure if the bait shop and parking situation would still be relevant on posts from 2017. I know many of our bait shops in PA have closed in that time frame. Thanks for your time.
Don’t worry about that guy. His name says what he is.
Your doing the right thing. Lakeside is a great place has huge collection. There is other bait shops on the lake like apps and the likes not a pro on oneida. I would recommend shelter from the wind Saturday. couldn’t tel you where the best protection is on the lake tho.
-
just got in , water on top varies alot from none to 6in or better, where there were 2 or 3 holes close together they maybe one big one, slick as slick can be, hope its gets cold enough to freeze most of the water but doubt it will
-
man that will ruin a day of fishing in a hurry. Glad you had some good friends to help ya out
I do but had to walk a 1/2 mile back in without an offer of a ride in when some stopped to see my sled in the water and me on foot , learned something else when trans Alaskans are soaked weigh 10#s apiece 😜
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHkRxG1Y/IMG-20220217-174231915.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JHkRxG1Y)
East side of Lewis 4' high frozen slush pushed up. This is in 5' water runs from Wilson point to Lewis point. Looks a little better towards the point. Water is brownish and ice is rotten in spots. Watch for drain holes.
-
Thanks XC600
-
Thanks for describing what an "ice depression" is F&R. Looks like we are in the middle of a "tropical depression" now.
-
2 years ago after all these years I ran into 1 and stalled my sled , Rick from apps towed me in and I took it over to KPs and drained it ,with his help , pain in the Arz 1-1.5 hrs and running like top with no damage
Glad I could help an ol buzzard out. I was upset that I didn’t have the ringer on, on my phone, when you called me that morning. I went through that depression an hour before you… it was 6” deep. That area filled pretty fast. Be safe out there everyone! Gas holes will be opening up pretty good with this warm spell, rain and ice/snow melt!!
-
Solid report xc600!! Thanks!!😎
-
Fred heading your way Saturday afternoon fishing all day sunday and Monday with little Bill and deadeyez can't believe it's my first trip this year gotta say work sucks but the money is nice
-
Good morning all. Looking to get out this afternoon at Chapman. Wondering how the shoreline faired there. Thanks!
-
Here is the webcam from Chapman's park fishing pier... Several shanties out there now.
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300 (https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300)
-
Onieda 1 how did lady o hold up through the rain planning on sunday morning very early not sure if going from lewis or the beach any info would be appreciated
-
no water left on ice slick as snot shoreline was fine
-
Anybody happen to know how the boat launch at Godfrey held up…or is she toast? Hoping to get wheeler out I know it doesn’t take much of a warm up and little sun to hit that ramp and all goes to hell. I’ll do jewel if I goda I just hate that damn hill
-
Anybody happen to know how the boat launch at Godfrey held up…or is she toast? Hoping to get wheeler out I know it doesn’t take much of a warm up and little sun to hit that ramp and all goes to hell. I’ll do jewel if I goda I just hate that damn hill
X2 I'm on foot but would like the same info Coming out for Sun-Mon
-
Only shot I have to fish this weekend is tomorrow gonna try be there 530 and fish till the wind kicks me off the ice. If we don’t hear any word I will keep ya posted on what I find out 62
-
Thanks Iceman I'll be doing a local tournament Sat and coming up sun AM
-
Anybody happen to know how the boat launch at Godfrey held up…or is she toast? Hoping to get wheeler out I know it doesn’t take much of a warm up and little sun to hit that ramp and all goes to hell. I’ll do jewel if I goda I just hate that damn hill
[/quote
I would be careful with the boat launch ,
I’d spud it first , I always launched off the rocks , guys have gotten mud baths there just my .02
-
Thanks for the heads up filet. Your .02 is always appreciated in my book. I too have seen a couple poor souls take a bath in my years of fishing there. I have walked off the rocks before years ago. I remember one year having to cross 6 floating pallets to get on the sheet ::) what a day of fishing though. Would you recommend taking a machine over the rocks, or is that more of a on foot thing?
-
I don't know why they call that Lake Lady O, there are many days she is not a Lady, and tomorrow will be one of them. Just sayin.
-
Just got off from chapman. Ice is beautiful. Like traveling on the thruway. 16 inches solid diamond ice 2 miles out. Shoreline is great. Good luck.
-
Thanks BB
-
I don't know why they call that Lake Lady O, there are many days she is not a Lady, and tomorrow will be one of them. Just sayin.
Don't forget lady's can be b***hes.
-
Last time I called Mother Oneida a name, she dumped 2’ of snow and the winds were blowing gusts of 40 mph….Freddie might recall that day!😜
The fishing was really good though!!😎
-
Yes sir 4.5 miles in a white out 1 way
And it was nice of the fish to hang out another day 🎣🕳
-
Don’t know how it’s on the lake , I live few miles south of Pulaski and it’s a white out with big wind
-
I know this is off topics but how is the bullhead fishing in the spring?? any intel would be appreciated
-
Don’t know how it’s on the lake , I live few miles south of Pulaski and it’s a white out with big wind
I came off the ice a little after 8. The whiteout just rolled through here and the wind picked up even more. The snow has stopped for now though.
-
It was brutal here at 10:30 complete white out and serious wind. Letting up now hope those guys were honkered down that were out there.
-
I’m sure it was nasty
-
Yes sir 4.5 miles in a white out 1 way
And it was nice of the fish to hang out another day 🎣🕳
👍🏻😁
-
I’d like some opinions on fishing walleyes and perch. By fishing to close to the bottom are you spooking the fish? I think it does, especially under a foot off of the bottom. I’m just wondering after a recent trip to the lake. I just feel like you’re not allowing them to get out of there comfort zone and if they’re around and fishing on the bottom you’re pushing them away because you’re to close to them. Opinions are much appreciated. Thanks, fishy
-
i see guys out on chapmens ......doesn't look fun to me
-
Yes sir 4.5 miles in a white out 1 way
And it was nice of the fish to hang out another day 🎣🕳
always carry a compass in the shanty and one on my coat
-
I’d like some opinions on fishing walleyes and perch. By fishing to close to the bottom are you spooking the fish? I think it does, especially under a foot off of the bottom. I’m just wondering after a recent trip to the lake. I just feel like you’re not allowing them to get out of there comfort zone and if they’re around and fishing on the bottom you’re pushing them away because you’re to close to them. Opinions are much appreciated. Thanks, fishy
I usually go and pound the bottom and get the silt wrkd up and then jig a ft off the bottom seems to work on most lakes I icefish.
-
always carry a compass in the shanty and one on my coat
If you don’t just hunker down till it lets up 😉
-
If you don’t just hunker down till it lets up 😉
white out by my house 4 cars slammed into each other i don't thnk anyone was hurt
-
always carry a compass in the shanty and one on my coat
That is excellent advice for anyone that ice fishes. I was fishing a small lake years ago that I know very well and a storm came in and since I was about ready to leave shortly I panicked and packed up quick and headed back to shore, not being able to even see my feet in front of me. I ended up at the road completely on the opposite side of the lake from where my car was parked. Had to leave my gear on the ice and walk around the lake to get my car. Could have been a dangerous situation on a bigger lake or during late ice. That day I should have stayed put until it passed. Since then I always have my compass in my jacket pocket when ice fishing.
-
I’m planning to hit chaumont tomorrow if the wind settles down a little. If anyone has any recent fishing info please PM me, if the fishing is slow I will choose a closer destination.
-
i carry 2 ...one is pinned inside my shanty the other is pinned on my jacket another trick is stay quiet listen for cars or snow blows...never panick your better of sitting stay warm
-
I also carry this along with a compass. Keeps the phone charged all day.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SjtQCxnG/20220219-132703.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjtQCxnG)
-
X2
-
I’d like some opinions on fishing walleyes and perch. By fishing to close to the bottom are you spooking the fish? I think it does, especially under a foot off of the bottom. I’m just wondering after a recent trip to the lake. I just feel like you’re not allowing them to get out of there comfort zone and if they’re around and fishing on the bottom you’re pushing them away because you’re to close to them. Opinions are much appreciated. Thanks, fishy
If I am fishing just for walleyes my lure is normally pretty high. Lately I have been running at least 3’ off bottom and moving it up from there.
For perch I tend to be closer to bottom.
A lot of it has to do with the mood of the fish even the time of day.
-
i carry 2 ...one is pinned inside my shanty the other is pinned on my jacket another trick is stay quiet listen for cars or snow blows...never panick your better of sitting stay warm
I remember listening for the Cleveland church bells in the fog with my dad.
-
Even with a compass when the weather is bad ,when I first started ice fishing Oneida a bad storm came up and the older man that I was with said compass or none set up and fish til it lets up your much safer as back then we didn’t have all the modern clothing we have today to this day if I’m on foot and it gets truly bad I wait it out , just call and say well dear see you when I get there
-
Even with a compass when the weather is bad ,when I first started ice fishing Oneida a bad storm came up and the older man that I was with said compass or none set up and fish til it lets up your much safer as back then we didn’t have all the modern clothing we have today to this day if I’m on foot and it gets truly bad I wait it out , just call and say well dear see you when I get there
extra propane and coffee your all good
-
extra propane and coffee your all good
You bet ,
-
always carry a compass in the shanty and one on my coat
release was showing off that day. He left a few minutes ahead of me. Figured I’d follow his tracks…. Nope, snow covered and couldn’t see his tracks. So I kept on going, no clue where I was going…. Up ahead was a shack and snowmobile I recognized. It was the ol buzzard. He said he came right to the exact holes he fished the day before…. With no compass or GPS!!!😁 crazy ol buzzard!!!😜
-
Even with a compass when the weather is bad ,when I first started ice fishing Oneida a bad storm came up and the older man that I was with said compass or none set up and fish til it lets up your much safer as back then we didn’t have all the modern clothing we have today to this day if I’m on foot and it gets truly bad I wait it out , just call and say well dear see you when I get there
Fished til dusk one day with my grandpa because of this. We fished all day when we were going to pack up I stepped out and said nope not happening right now well 6 hour later and 2 feet of snow we pack up and walked off ice. Was a great day fishing was a very long tough walk back to truck
-
Back in the 80's and likely before that, there was a line of Christmas trees that would run from Constantia to Wantry Island that ice fisherman would use to get back to shore on a day like this. Back then you did not have the Electronics you have now and a compass was a must for navigation
-
Your right if you were down that way
-
Sound advice
-
Any word on people going out of Verona , Godfrey or Chapman with a sled?
-
i got the chapman web cam up watching them shanties getting pounded ...i had to use my compass to get to the fridge and get a beer ......life is good
-
i got the chapman web cam up watching them shanties getting pounded ...i had to use my compus to get to the fridge and get a beer ......life is good
I bet you have an olfactory compass for that Trap.
-
I’d like some opinions on fishing walleyes and perch. By fishing to close to the bottom are you spooking the fish? I think it does, especially under a foot off of the bottom. I’m just wondering after a recent trip to the lake. I just feel like you’re not allowing them to get out of there comfort zone and if they’re around and fishing on the bottom you’re pushing them away because you’re to close to them. Opinions are much appreciated. Thanks, fishy
I fish the west end for perch. Usually in 19 fow. I usually find two different bites. If they are hitting minnows you can be on the bottom to 4’ up. They will cover that whole zone. When they are only hitting spikes I usually only get bites in the bottom foot. On the occasional day, they hit everything, everywhere.
-
Gave it a shot at Godfrey this morning 6-1230. Ramp and ice were in beautiful shape. No slush or water that I found. The typical pressure ridge bout 80 yards out running east to west is all you goda watch. Little harry this morning crossing tightened right up with that south west wind by time I left. Some of the drifts were building up knee high or so but I’d say 3/4 of lake is bare ice. Fishing was tough I fought for 3 nice perch and handful of short eyes all morning then bang just like a switch at 1115 I landed 2 18” eyes and dumped 2 at hole. Kept hooking edge of hole🤬. They were done by noon. Got a quick window bout 1230 the sun came out I packed up and high tailed it out of there. Wind sucked but I expected it. Kept sled rope attached to wheeler and anchored back of sled with an ice angel…. good to go. Did 2 set ups 30fow then 37. Did much better at 37. Wish I could go tomorrow goda put in some family time build them points up for next weekend. Good luck to all venturing out tomorrow. Time for me to drink some beer clean some fish and watch my gear dry ;D
-
Well done in bad conditions iceman
-
You certainly earned those fish today, Iceman!!😎
-
arbys fish sandwiches /2 for 6 bucks ....no fighting 50 mpg guest
good job ice
-
Awesome job and nice report. Reading it was like being right out there without having to fight the wind!
-
I’d like some opinions on fishing walleyes and perch. By fishing to close to the bottom are you spooking the fish? I think it does, especially under a foot off of the bottom. I’m just wondering after a recent trip to the lake. I just feel like you’re not allowing them to get out of there comfort zone and if they’re around and fishing on the bottom you’re pushing them away because you’re to close to them. Opinions are much appreciated. Thanks, fishy
I think you are thinking too much.
-
Thanks guys. It was fish or sit around the house trying to find stuff to do. Maybe some day……… not today though. I just did my best to relax in the shanty and not call the old girl any bad names ;)
-
some times fish are picky other times they smash everything..... one thing ive learned about onieda in over 45 yrs the fish are hitting some where every single day, and there is no one thing that is a magic trick....
-
^this!
-
Wasn't able to make it up this weekend with brother and buddies, said wind was brutal yesterday, hopefully a better day today! Good luck to all !
-
Be there in a couple hours ! coming for 2 days
-
Getm 62!!!!
-
I'm taking a vacation day Monday and making the drive up with my ice fishing addict 10 year old son. I'm not too familiar with this area of the south shore, park in the big lot and follow the beaten path down (I assume to the east of the pier)? How is the on/off at Chapman for a walker with a smitty sled? I see a nice little shanty town out there on webcam today, looks like everything froze up nicely post storm. We'll be wearing our cleats.
-
Out of Chapman now. One 20” eye and 3 nice perch. Action stopped at 8. Just lookers since then. Hoping for one more turn on before I turn out.
Drag is as easy as it gets. Bring creepers.
-
Out of Chapman now. One 20” eye and 3 nice perch. Action stopped at 8. Just lookers since then. Hoping for one more turn on before I turn out.
Drag is as easy as it gets. Bring creepers.
Awesome, thanks! Tight lines, best of luck the rest of the morning!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/CRgB16m8/IMG-20220220-110128058.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CRgB16m8)
It used to be lonely out here before nav app
-
Water is very turbid around the canal on the east end today. Fished for an hour this morning with only two lookers so we packed up the truck and headed for clearer water. Found eyes and nice perch in 22’ of clear water. 5 keepers, 4 shorts and 8 jumbo perch between 2 of us.
-
How's the Perch bite been at Sylvan Beach? Anyone have a update?
-
I'm supposed to be coming up to fish Wednesday evening and for the day Thursday. The weather looks like its going to be pretty warm the next 3 days. How does that effect the ice conditions and pressure cracks? I know there's plenty of ice and it's not going anywhere, just curious about cracks and weird gas pockets?
-
As always just be aware of your surroundings, if in question on a crack when crossing check with a spud , as the cracks do sometimes shift
-
As always just be aware of your surroundings, if in question on a crack when crossing check with a spud , as the cracks do sometimes shift
X2^^
And it’s Mid to late February, ice is changing daily from here on out. Use good judgement and be safe.
-
Ice was almost to the top of my auger blades today so the slab will still be around a while but getting out onto it could get a little sketchy after a few days of intense sun like we had today. The bite was weird today, I couldn’t jig up a keeper eye but my buddy jigged his limit right next to me practically but couldn’t get a perch. All 5 of my walleyes came on tip ups, 3 were short but I jigged up perch when they showed up and all were 10” -12”. It was a beautiful day to be out there.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BL3HN9bJ/E134-E235-623-F-4530-BDB4-3-D9-ECBCB8538.png) (https://postimg.cc/BL3HN9bJ)
-
Nice day of fishing there Gh73!
-
Congratulations Greenhornet..
-
Nice job hornet! I fished from 1:30-5:30. Tough afternoon as I only landed 2 perch and 4 short walleyes. Marked a decent amount of fish but they didn’t like me today lol. A couple buddies who I met out there fished sunup until 2:00 and did pretty good. Ice was in great shape but the shoreline was a little wet when we came in. Nothing to crazy though.
-
Nice day hornet
-
Nice work Greenhornet!
-
Had a rough morning. Got to Lewis parking lot at 6:20 and it was full. Drive to Godfrey’s and see I need my creepers. Take several steps and left one breaks but I still can walk in it. Get to my spot and drill two holes. On second one auger comes loose from my drill. Grab it just in time before it sinks to bottom. Luckily the rest of the day was great. Never had to move fish under me the whole time. Lost quite a few at the hole and lost a nice walleye so couldn’t get my limit.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZWhCGyfY/7-BC5-F683-6435-4-D96-B340-8-D088-AD72079.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZWhCGyfY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/cr3vkcB5/C4417-BB9-D59-F-4-B6-B-A6-AD-5-B049-B3-FBEE9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cr3vkcB5)
-
Very nice bunch of fish Ric66. Glad you caught your auger in the hole!
-
Looks like a good day. Nice grab on the auger!
-
Nice job on the fish Ric and even better job moving on to another access point and not trying to manufacture a parking spot at LP.
-
Nice job. Healthy looking fish.
-
Thank you! And thanks to all the guys who share info on here. I read the reports religiously.
-
ric66 should i bring the beer for the fish fry???? good job and glad you caught that auger shaft
-
There were 2 fellas fishing off a snowmobile behind my son and I in an Otter flip over... you left something on the ice, we picked it up. I have it now, shoot me a message and we'll make arrangements to get it back to you. This was off Chapman around 1:30-1:45.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/zVw5Px2P/20220221-070154.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zVw5Px2P)
(https://i.postimg.cc/D83ng96X/20220221-121533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D83ng96X)
Fished from 6:00-12:00 today wasn't disappointed. Stayed at one hole and marked fish all morning caught two short walleye and lost two others halfway up they felt pretty heavy. All on a #12 white jig with a Wax Worm.
-
Well done ric and Yote I sucked today , I couldn’t get away from the short eyes , even with several moves and a wide range of depths , 2 keeper eyes and 6 perch and tossed back 2 that needed another stripe or 2 😃
-
I sucked ever worse!!!! 4 perch between 2 guys!!!
SeanP
-
Same boat as you guys. 6 perch 1 keeper eye and 6 eyes that were 14-14 3/4.
(https://i.postimg.cc/yWvJxXz5/750-D8377-DF79-4-EB2-8482-E9-C4810-B684-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWvJxXz5)
-
Great photos everyone. Very nice!
-
Great photos everyone. Very nice!
X2
-
Nice job guys!! Sweet weather day. I was thinking, "shouldn't these guys be working"? Then I realized it's a National Holiday.
Time to retire is close...
-
Thanks guys it was a good day and the weather was great hopefully I'll be able to make it one more time before the ice is gone. And I think I'll go one size bigger with the jigs I use maybe that'll help me keep them on better.
-
It sure was a beautiful night out there. Possibly the nicest night we’ll have all season.
I got the boys out for the last couple hours. 4 perch and 3 walleyes for us.
This one hit a tip down, that says a lot about the bite!
(https://i.postimg.cc/sQVMZ8pD/B8-D0-D9-E1-D600-49-B6-954-D-7482-C43-C16-D4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQVMZ8pD)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3dydp2Dp/25-E08-A30-C2-D9-4-E96-9-D68-69-F4-B71-F5-C88.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dydp2Dp)
(https://i.postimg.cc/t1bTLfvt/5288-CEB1-6076-415-C-939-D-F482-FA35-D29-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t1bTLfvt)
-
Great night and even better pics Reeleyz
SeanP
-
The smile says it all very cool 😎
-
Stellar afternoon to be fishing. Wished all day I was out there. Great photos Reeleyz!
-
Finally got a few days in with little pounder first time out all year usually fish a alot more but work has been busy hoping ice sticks around so I can get dad out for a few trips travel was very easy
(https://i.postimg.cc/PpjYtjBG/0220221515.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PpjYtjBG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/V5znpzqn/0221221909-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/V5znpzqn)
-
Nice job PP and little PP.
-
Big and little Pimplepounder got a pail of perfect perch!!
Nice job!
SeanP
-
very nice everyone
-
Yesterday in 30fow had fish under me and my buddy from sunrise to sunset. A few short breaks in action but for the most part it was non stop. Between us probably 20 keeper eyes, 21 perch and as many shorts as you wanted, way too many to count plus a bonus 4+lb smallie. I caught majority on raps, he did better on spoons. Faster the better was the general rule, was almost like lake trout fishing.
Today two quick limits by 830 and 6 perch, touger more finicky bite but quailty fish maybe only 25 shorts and we decided to search for a more consistent perch bite instead of having to unhook any more shorts. Couldn't find any perch and bite just completely shut off so we called it a day at noon.
-
Nice fish everyone.
I fished out of Godfrey launch today from 1:30 until sunset. Managed to get 13 nice perch, lost a nice eye in the hole and released 7 shorts. Beautiful day.
-
Nice job PP and little PP.
X2 , nice evening Bruce for you and the young ones 👍
-
Fished off Sylvan Beach yesterday afternoon and never really found em. Did better shallower than in previous trips. Very few marks for me until I got back to 21'. Fish were pretty sluggish and even in the last hour of daylight they would chase but not crush it, just a gentle tap. Beautiful afternoon out there, never bothered to set up the tent. Nice to see lots of kids out. Ice is starting to soften up a bit and the first 100 feet onto the ice is rutted pretty good with machine trails. No cracks to contend with.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/WhBSM7V7/20220221-170459.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WhBSM7V7)
Caught my first keeper walleye through the Onieda ice yesterday! To make things better, in the last 30 minutes I managed to scratch out a limit.
Arrived at the Verona Beach Park around 11am I guess. Had the wheeler and mounted my HDS7 from the boat so I had a map this time. Ice was smooth and about 3 feet thick everywhere I went. I moved six times and never saw a fish on the Vex. I started in 20 fow, it was quite stained. With a couple hours of light left, I decided to go to a waypoint from the open water season. When I got there a few people were around. I switched to a Northland Glow Shot perch spoon for a smaller profile, and more visibility. 1st drop i whacked a slob, my pole was bent tip to handle, to only lose it at the bottom of the hole. So I decided to make my stand there. I probably saw 30 fish in those couple hours, and it took 27 of them to figure out how to entice them into biting. None of them big, just over keeper size. The last one spit up what I believe was a 9 or 10 inch American Eel and a couple minnows. What a great day to be out!
I did get a visit from DEC yesterday. Really nice guy, checked my affairs and had a short chat. He said they had heard a lot of feedback about parking at Lewis Pt. from all parties. People wanting to fish Lewis Pt. with machines should consider parking at Verona Beach. Tons of easy parking for trucks and trailers. Real nice on/off the lake, very short ride everywhere on east end.
-
Great report flukeman. That definitley looks like an eel.
-
Way to go everyone....h2l
-
Fished out of Chapman yesterday sun up to sun down. Had the intention of running and gunning and did just that. Ended up with 2 keeper walleye, five nice perch and last hour of day light was intense with walleye. I caught 6 walleye and missed another 3 in the last hour. I found a Jets hat on Lakeport shoals and left it on the door handle of the men's bathroom at Chapman.
-
Awesome reports and pics everyone!!
-
Ended with 9 perch total, fished Chapman from sunrise to sunset. It was a long day but the quality of the fish made it worth it! Lots of aggressive lookers throughout the day but they were pretty tight lipped.
(https://i.postimg.cc/fSVPg7BV/20220221-114709.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fSVPg7BV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DJjDgpdV/20220221-162359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DJjDgpdV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q9xwcZ7k/20220221-162509.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9xwcZ7k)
-
probablly the owner of the hat left it too :roflmao:
-
Nice fish everyone ,
On the east end there is plenty of shove ice to drill through ,
-
Sounds like everyone is doing pretty well out there. Nice to see lots of kids the last few days. Sunday was slow for me, fish def got a workout chasing my jigs. Colder weather coming should tighten the top up.
-
Yesterday in 30fow had fish under me and my buddy from sunrise to sunset. A few short breaks in action but for the most part it was non stop. Between us probably 20 keeper eyes, 21 perch and as many shorts as you wanted, way too many to count plus a bonus 4+lb smallie. I caught majority on raps, he did better on spoons. Faster the better was the general rule, was almost like lake trout fishing.
Today two quick limits by 830 and 6 perch, touger more finicky bite but quailty fish maybe only 25 shorts and we decided to search for a more consistent perch bite instead of having to unhook any more shorts. Couldn't find any perch and bite just completely shut off so we called it a day at noon.
Similar day for us on Sunday. Walked a mile out. Fished in a little shallow water than you. 100+ fish for two guys sun up to sundown. All but three fish came out of the ice house holes. A usual outing for me in PA is 25-50 holes drilled and constant hole hoping. Fish weren’t picky, took tungsten jigs, raps and spoons equally well.
-
Similar day for us on Sunday. Walked a mile out. Fished in a little shallow water than you. 100+ fish for two guys sun up to sundown. All but three fish came out of the ice house holes. A usual outing for me in PA is 25-50 holes drilled and constant hole hoping. Fish weren’t picky, took tungsten jigs, raps and spoons equally well.
definitely one of those days that make you feel like a hero, which means next trip lady o gonna remind you it's not always so easy
-
Thanks guys. Sounds like a lot of guys are doing well. Nice fish everyone.
-
Fished my same holes today from sundays trip and did pretty well again. The bite was aggressive right from the first drop with a rap then they got shy. After seeing what was in their stomachs from Sunday I decided to scale waay down and match the hatch. That was the ticket and finished my walleye limit out and caught 10 perch before I finally forced myself to pack up ,most were 11 and 12” fatties. Snapped my favorite perch rod setting the hook on one of the walleyes that barely bit. The jig was a tiny bluegill jig tipped with a tiny plastic I use for panfish. I really hope this ice has a chance to firm back up so we can get a couple more weekends out here.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVwX0qX4/0-A9348-F7-FA72-46-D1-A0-A3-FCF1-E7-DF2-B3-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVwX0qX4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrT566tG/8-DC4-EF88-90-BB-4340-97-D3-1-E5389-D68345.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrT566tG)
-
Nice job! Was a nasty afternoon with all the rain to be out there. Saw the headlight of a machine heading off the ice on my way home from work this evening.
-
Nice job! Was a nasty afternoon with all the rain to be out there. Saw the headlight of a machine heading off the ice on my way home from work this evening.
-
Thanks, I was actually off the ice and halfway home before the rain hit. Most of the action was done by 10:30 but I couldn’t break from the challenge of working the perch up but finally called it around 11:30.
-
Nice job and reports everyone. Always enjoy seeing everyone’s success.
-
Yup nice photos guys. It's nice to see you getting into them on good safe ice. Looking like Prime Time is here for some and it sounds like a Big Bite is close by...Greenhornet73 that catch was worth a broken pole I guess you could say...Here's a pic of a walleye chowder I concocted the other day to wet your appetites. I remembered to take a pic before I ate it this time. It was delicious too. Thanks again ><{{{{*>
(https://i.postimg.cc/PpdM1ptc/Walleye-Chowder-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PpdM1ptc)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qzWXjZJ2/Walleye-Chowder-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qzWXjZJ2)
-
Looks pretty tasty!
-
That looks amazing!
-
dug share the recipt buddy ....good to see folks pulling fish
-
Looks pretty tasty!
Sure does
-
Well, it's a simple recipe. I don't usually cook from scratch, so I cheat and use a can of New England Chowder for the base. I try to ignore the clams Lmao.
I saute' the fish of choice with potobella mushrooms in olive oil and some butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and a good dash of Worcestershire sauce. I guess at the measurements, lol...After the fish and mushrooms are done (not long) add them to the soup...that's it, adjust the taste if need be and enjoy. Add 2 cans of soup and more fish of course if you're feeding everyone. Perch & walleye are the only fish I use. It's easy and quick, a great lunch or dinner with a perch sandwich or a cheese burger on a toated onion roll. Mmmm Good stuff...I just cooked a cheeseburger with the same mushrooms and seasonings and cheddar cheese on a toasted onion roll. ::)
Keep on walkin' on water as long as you guys can and be smart and safe. Watch the cracks and always use a spud as you walk up to one before you attempt to cross it. I learned that the hard way...You may need it to keep you azz from falling through the crack!
-
Dug that chowder looks fantastic, thanks for sharing the pics and recipe. I thought I saw mushrooms in there.
-
You can make a good chowder base with other soups too, cream of celery, cream of mushroom, cream of corn and others. Great idea DUG!!
Looks very tasty!!
SeanP
-
Wrapped my 4 days at the lake up today. Saturday was tough with the wind didn’t produce much, Sunday managed a few nice perch and 2 keeper eyes Sunday night. Monday I put the pieces of the puzzle together and smashed the perch out of Chapman on the AM bite. All really nice fish too can only really think of 2-3 that weren’t over the 10” mark. Then Monday night I think I got plain lucky. First spot out of Lewis point where we did well Sunday night was pretty stained. Fished it for about 30 minutes and decided we needed to move to find cleaner water. Pushed off maybe a half mile from the spot and hit 30’ of cleaner but not clear water. Marked fish pretty consistently, but then from 530-615ish it was drop and reel walleye fishing. I had never experienced anything like it before. I believe between two of us and a dead stick in the shack we tripled once and doubled multiple times. I think we only managed one throw back in all of this. Naturally the second fish of the triple header produced a 25 3/4” fish. Almost lost it at the hole when it popped the jig but due to the size just had to thumb it onto the ice. It was unreal the panoptix was lit up the whole time with multiple fish feeding. Really looking forward to my next trip back. (All fish were released as well)
-
That’s awesome, I’ve never experienced that kind of walleye action besides a quick 2 or 3 fish flurry at a time. Good stuff
-
That's the kind of bite we all dream about. Congratulations on hitting it.
-
Reminds me of a perch bite one year when I first started where the perch were in such a frenzy one day we were pulling up two at a time on double rigs and even had a couple jump up through the hole chasing the caught fish we were reeling in.
-
Reminds me of a perch bite one year when I first started where the perch were in such a frenzy one day we were pulling up two at a time on double rigs and even had a couple jump up through the hole chasing the caught fish we were reeling in.
It’s stories like this that make me get out of bed in the morning
-
Fished my same holes today from sundays trip and did pretty well again. The bite was aggressive right from the first drop with a rap then they got shy. After seeing what was in their stomachs from Sunday I decided to scale waay down and match the hatch. That was the ticket and finished my walleye limit out and caught 10 perch before I finally forced myself to pack up ,most were 11 and 12” fatties. Snapped my favorite perch rod setting the hook on one of the walleyes that barely bit. The jig was a tiny bluegill jig tipped with a tiny plastic I use for panfish. I really hope this ice has a chance to firm back up so we can get a couple more weekends out here.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVwX0qX4/0-A9348-F7-FA72-46-D1-A0-A3-FCF1-E7-DF2-B3-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVwX0qX4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrT566tG/8-DC4-EF88-90-BB-4340-97-D3-1-E5389-D68345.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrT566tG)
Good info. What did you find in the stomachs? We checked the walleye and didn't see much but several perch had tiny gobies. Like 1/2" tiny tiny golbies
-
Dang fatboy!!!! I’m lucky to get into one of those bites every few years . What dreams are made of. Good stuff. How’s your experience with panoptix? What did you run before?
-
super slick out there and rock hard just got off ice
-
Good info. What did you find in the stomachs? We checked the walleye and didn't see much but several perch had tiny gobies. Like 1/2" tiny tiny golbies
[/quote]
Bingo. Zoom in on the jig I caught all those fish on. It’s tipped with a 1”plastic
-
Thanks Oneida1. Sounds like this cold is firming everything up again. I was getting concerned about the shore ice.
-
Dang fatboy!!!! I’m lucky to get into one of those bites every few years . What dreams are made of. Good stuff. How’s your experience with panoptix? What did you run before?
It’s a game changer and worth the money if you’re a serious angler. Obviously didn’t utilize it to find the fish since they hug so close to bottom. Before it I ran a Striker 4. I noticed the difference with Panoptix was I got more second chances at fish that would chase a bait and lose interest. Being able to drop the bait and track it easier with multiple fish on screen really helped. Don’t think it completely lead to this success but definitely helped. I think studying Navionics was the key to this and hitting the types of spots that were working.
-
super slick out there and rock hard just got off ice
Thanks for the update. Did you see much ice loss once you got on the lake from the rain and warm nights? I would like to get out tomorrow but gotta use a wheeler. There were no open cracks in the area I have been fishing. Thanks for any more info.
-
Lost a left hand Kuiu camo glove between Chapmans and Shackelton Shoals few weeks ago…most likely 09Feb. Any help finding and returning would be appreciated.
Thanks JPR
(https://i.postimg.cc/q6cb9grH/1406-CD27-032-B-4-E18-8956-8-F16-FAA2-BA70.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
-
i messured about 13in of ice today so may have lost couple inches,,, one crack i cross has opened up in spots...
-
Thanks I appreciate that. I'll keep my eyes open.
-
Ice loss is seldom the reason ice fishing stops. Its usually the breakup of the shoreline.
-
I HAVE YET TO GET UP THERE.Please tell me sleds will be running this weekend.I have to use a sled to cover and type of distance.
-
very true oldtimer normally u could get a week or to longer but cant get on due to shore being eaten away
-
I HAVE YET TO GET UP THERE.Please tell me sleds will be running this weekend.I have to use a sled to cover and type of distance.
yes, still good for sleds and you will need one after tonight, looks like 8-14 inches of snow
-
At this point in the season I welcome some snow. It soaks up rain when it comes and it protects the ice and shoreline from the sun. We have plenty of great ice out there still. Hopefully we don't get any more big rains for a while.
-
this cold came right at the right time some of the place i been fishing (not oneida) were getting iffy at the shoreline and one place the spud went threw ...... i think it's tightening up just in time...be careful anyways!
-
Anyone hear anything about an ice rescue on Oneida this morning? I saw Cleveland and Constantia fire departments with some of their rescue equipment heading down Route 49. Didn’t know if they were training or if an actual rescue took place. Haven’t talked to any of the guys I know from the fire department yet to confirm. Listened to the scanner on my way to work but didn’t hear anything.
-
Anyone hear anything about an ice rescue on Oneida this morning? I saw Cleveland and Constantia fire departments with some of their rescue equipment heading down Route 49. Didn’t know if they were training or if an actual rescue took place. Haven’t talked to any of the guys I know from the fire department yet to confirm. Listened to the scanner on my way to work but didn’t hear anything.
saw on Facebook someone said a 4wheeler went through near one of the islands. Sounded like shallow water to the point that the Wheeler is still visible, more so need help to get the Wheeler out. But this is all 2nd hand from what I saw
-
I was just going to ask how the cracks are off of Boysen area? Assume caution is still in order over that way.
-
I just tried that walleye chowder recipe from a couple pages back. I started with the couple of cans of New England clam chowder and threw in some additional clam juice and seafood base. Added some potatoes and onions to the mushrooms and also a few cut up pieces of shrimp. Good stuff! A nice break from frying.
-
...great...now I'm hungry...! ;D
~ArkAngel
-
^^Starving!
-
I just tried that walleye chowder recipe from a couple pages back. I started with the couple of cans of New England clam chowder and threw in some additional clam juice and seafood base. Added some potatoes and onions to the mushrooms and also a few cut up pieces of shrimp. Good stuff! A nice break from frying.
Nice.. A lot of other ways to cook fish other than hot oil... ;)
-
I don't fry many fish anymore I do mainly blackened just a little Butter in pan seasoned fillets simple clean and delicious
-
saw on Facebook someone said a 4wheeler went through near one of the islands. Sounded like shallow water to the point that the Wheeler is still visible, more so need help to get the Wheeler out. But this is all 2nd hand from what I saw
Thanks man. That’s what I was thinking. They didn’t seem like it was something super urgent. Didn’t have their emergency lights on or anything like that.
-
Hay thanks to the class act who was driving blue/white sled cargo rack on the back with otter hut purple snow shovel , lots a room out there 17yards "I had a range finder lol" is a lil close , this was not area of walkers or community area Lewis, chapman etc.... nope plenty of room along same drop with just me on it but NO you had to be right on top of the only 2 other guys .... Class Act, some guys never use there heads i dont own lake but if im headed to area and theres a guy already there i fish else where or give ample space u drove within 12 feet of me doing your circles
-
I had that happen on a smaller lake guy drilled holes all around me and was using his live scope didn't see him catch one fish.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CnH9LRjY/9f2982d4688e3a2b4868f6e11cf4dd77.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CnH9LRjY)
-
Hay thanks to the class act who was driving blue/white sled cargo rack on the back with otter hut purple snow shovel , lots a room out there 17yards "I had a range finder lol" is a lil close , this was not area of walkers or community area Lewis, chapman etc.... nope plenty of room along same drop with just me on it but NO you had to be right on top of the only 2 other guys .... Class Act, some guys never use there heads i dont own lake but if im headed to area and theres a guy already there i fish else where or give ample space u drove within 12 feet of me doing your circles
Had two guys do this very same thing to me on Chaumont this year. I was fishing same spot for 3 days.. day 4 they pulled up on 1 atv and literally set up next to me with two flip overs. When I say next to me I mean 10yds. Trying to fish exact same structure. Classic D-bags! They looked right at me like I was the problem….lol.
-
Had two guys do this very same thing to me on Chaumont this year. I was fishing same spot for 3 days.. day 4 they pulled up on 1 atv and literally set up next to me with two flip overs. When I say next to me I mean 10yds. Trying to fish exact same structure. Classic D-bags! They looked right at me like I was the problem….lol.
Funny. I had same exact thing happen up there this year. Middle shoal-herricks shoal area.
-
Just watch the feed at Chapman.Pretty cool watching that heave form through the day.
-
you can fish next to me but you better bring food beer and drill my holes
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/1fNbF3n4/c42391bc8a6d709d24195d1ce2ace399.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1fNbF3n4)
Kinda like this guy onieda1
-
lol
-
Yep that sucks , peaceful where we were nobody within 300 yards
Didn’t set them on fire , brought home 20 perch and 2 eyes that just happen by
Well IMO by looking at the ice after all the rain there is a lot of air bubbles it so the integrity isn’t what it was , don’t get me wrong there is still plenty of ice time left , but when it starts to go with all that air in it it will quicken the thaw , just an ol buzzards .02
-
Nice job Fred.
-
Launch at Godfrey is a little spicy. Bring boards to cross at the launch. Then again at the shove. It is a little windy out today but there is heat in the shack.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vgQYg77v/20220225-075802.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vgQYg77v)
-
Thanks for the shore update. Good luck.
-
Thanks for the report Z, looks like you are having a great time out there. Hopefully nothing but big ones !!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/9DH5rkkZ/20220225-105659.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9DH5rkkZ)
Lots of chasers. Can't get them to commit. I like the fists full of fifties and it's three am kind of fishing. This is too much like work. I've tried raps, pimples,rattle shad, drops hot. If I had dynamite I'd use that. I don't dare move as the torque converter is frozen engaged. No stopping. Type 2 fun all day.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/9DH5rkkZ/20220225-105659.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9DH5rkkZ)
Lots of chasers. Can't get them to commit. I like the fists full of fifties and it's three am kind of fishing. This is too much like work. I've tried raps, pimples,rattle shad, drops hot. If I had dynamite I'd use that. I don't dare move as the torque converter is frozen engaged. No stopping. Type 2 fun all day.
Go small
-
Go small
Or dead stick a minnow.
-
A dropper with a fly might work
-
2lb floracarbon very small tungston jig
-
Any reports on good access for a sled?Ive read the Oneida Lake Fishing report. https://www.oneidalakefishingreport.com/
and looks like Godfrey is out.Not sure where the Jewel and Cleveland access points are.
-
Jewel parking is on wanner rd , there is a hill to deal with ,
-
Jewel parking is on wanner rd , there is a hill to deal with ,
Thanks Filet
Really not pulling my weight on this site this season.Just haven’t had the chance to get there this winter.
-
I drove from North Bay to Central Square yesterday and every spot I could see had some open water. Some areas were shot, some just a few feet open. Looks like the snow got it all slushed up and it's starting to freeze now. Hopefully it tightens up enough so all the access points are good to go in the morning.
-
This was the best spot I could find on my property this afternoon to get on.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KK8CMfjh/05467978-DEA3-4-F76-B344-A5-ABCACDE540.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KK8CMfjh)
-
Fished out of Jewell yesterday,the heave out in front of there was pretty sketchy on the way in last night before the snow.After you get past that the ice was beautiful.
-
Any reports on going from lewis or slyvan beach slush or cracks
-
My main access spot is shot. Went right through with the sled in knee deep water. Drove over to Taft and was able to access there with the sled. Ice on the main lake is good but the shorelines are shot. 2 short eyes a small perch and a keeper perch for me this evening. Fished 28 fow from 3:15-5:15. Marked prob 30-40 fish. The ones I did catch were on a jiggin rap without bait
(https://i.postimg.cc/c6Rv6ZjT/25979519-827-A-45-B7-84-BA-1328-CEA3-C952.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c6Rv6ZjT)
-
Heading to Oneida in the morning. South side out of Chapman. I’ll give reports on what I see.
-
Yep that sucks , peaceful where we were nobody within 300 yards
Didn’t set them on fire , brought home 20 perch and 2 eyes that just happen by
Well IMO by looking at the ice after all the rain there is a lot of air bubbles it so the integrity isn’t what it was , don’t get me wrong there is still plenty of ice time left , but when it starts to go with all that air in it it will quicken the thaw , just an ol buzzards .02
Right on about the ice. We have walked 100’s of miles of ice and have learned ice. There are places you walk through, or around. There are places you back slowly away from and I’ve even laid down and rolled20 or 30 yards from. The bad thing about sleds and wheelers is when whizzing along you don’t learn the ice and if you do know ice you are going too fast to recognize the warning signals. Be careful guys.
-
I might add give the streams plenty of room , with all the rain streams have risen
And at this point on a spud is a good idea
-
I might add give the streams plenty of room , with all the rain streams have risen
And at this point on a spud is a good idea
X2 on this. It wasn’t at Oneida. But 3rd creek sodus last week after the 2 warm days and the rain watched a guy on quad go across the front of tubes maybe 50’ from open water. I thought I was gonna have to get my ropes.
Please be safe people.
Tight lines
Perchin
-
i said right after the rain the shore lines are paying for this .....otisco the ice was soft and i could feel it spongy getting on no 4 wheelers or sleds there so it remained ...fulton canal don't even think of trying to get on the edges are all broken you will get a bath phoenix is just as bad but i'm sure a few will get on ...i really don't recommend it all that water is at least a foot higher with warm currents under the ice .....be careful use that spud and your head there is good ice to fish just avoid the bad ice ps i did pull some crappies in fulton's lake neatahwanta .....in the deep hole
-
i said right after the rain the shore lines are paying for this .....otisco the ice was soft and i could feel it spongy getting on no 4 wheelers or sleds there so it remained ...fulton canal don't even think of trying to get on the edges are all broken you will get a bath phoenix is just as bad but i'm sure a few will get on ...i really don't recommend it all that water is at least a foot higher with warm currents under the ice .....be careful use that spud and your head there is good ice to fish just avoid the bad ice ps i did pull some crappies in fulton's lake neatahwanta .....in the deep hole
I used to fish Fulton lake all the time as a kid. We pulled a lot of bass out of there. Never saw many guys ice fishing it. Are there still tiger muskies in there?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/2qjrS4T9/20150329-083416.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2qjrS4T9)
3/29/15 don't think we will go that long this year. I agree with FR saw black ice start to air up 2 weeks ago sun is working on it.
-
Anyone know how the ice is out of the south shore fishing access? I'd be going on foot not by machine.
-
maybe not 3/29 but i think we will be on it for last day of walleye
-
Well. I finally joined the double limit club.
Worked for last half of them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rRTn2jQm/2-F8-A0-D87-AC95-4857-B2-CF-572-E5-E21-BC94.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRTn2jQm)
-
Welcome to the club, Bob!! You had an epic day today. Thanks for the cords early morning, but, I wasn’t going to move in and, mess up your bite!! Good work!!😎🎣🕳
-
Anyone know if an atv is possible out of Verona Beach? Or would I be better off walking?
Thanks
-
Great work Bob!
-
Anyone know if an atv is possible out of Verona Beach? Or would I be better off walking?
Thanks
I saw quads on the east end today. Sporadic, deep drifts did slow them down some. But, they managed to navigate around. Most accesses were torn up from the mild temps we had. Now, frozen, it’s a bit rough at first. I did see walkers, but, maybe some of those guys will chime in later. Good luck!!
-
i'm not as nice as KP i would have drilled a hole right in te bottom of your bucket!!!! .....great job man
-
Well done chowdaire, that is a great feeling indeed
-
Well. I finally joined the double limit club.
Worked for last half of them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rRTn2jQm/2-F8-A0-D87-AC95-4857-B2-CF-572-E5-E21-BC94.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRTn2jQm)
Nice job! No doubt, you had a great day.👍
-
Fished out of Lewis at 6am. Glad I got a parking spot. Ice was fine as far as I saw. Drilled a hole in 28 feet and immediately marked fish and what began the four most frustrating hours I’ve ever fished. They chased whatever I dropped down but would not commit. Small large didn’t matter. Finally got one and two more to get my first Oneida limit (probably will never say that again when they raise the limit to six) All came on #5 rap black and silver. To get them to hit you had to finesse to the point you barely moved the lure.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rRmHmSbZ/D0-E45-C7-F-116-B-4-FE7-9-AFD-4-DA752954-E63.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRmHmSbZ)
-
I hope you are right Oneida1
-
Good job Ric66! Nothing wrong with those👍
-
Nice chowdaire . That’s what my bucket is going to look like tomorrow @) …..I hope. Has anyone ran into any shallower eyes yet ?
-
maybe not 3/29 but i think we will be on it for last day of walleye
Agreed. Just need the big rains to stay away.
-
Fished South side out of Chapman today. Shore access is getting soft near the fishing pier and spud the crack not far out after that. Measured 10” of ice. Some snow and glare. Thought the morning bite was really decent til about 11. The afternoon bite was not as strong. Lots of chasing…..but wouldn’t commit. I think the wind and the water started getting murky had to do with that. Managed a few once I figured the bite out. A bunch of shorts…lost a few nice ones at the hole as well. Great day to be out. Really enjoy fishing here,, hope it’s not my last trip. Going to give er a go in the am before the high winds come in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz6SKPZm/07-A0-D7-D5-E94-B-44-F8-9-F3-A-A43117332313.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz6SKPZm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZ2jDgwQ/9-D71-E6-FB-4868-4-A95-8-D0-F-E3-D8-B5099-B21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZ2jDgwQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ygk1qSjB/D9-D6232-C-90-B7-481-B-8598-356-CD0285281.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ygk1qSjB)
-
Nice haul HW.
-
Nice work.
-
Nice catches and reports everyone thanks for sharing 👊🏻
-
Good eats HW2
-
Great looking buckets and limits. Nice ice status and photos. Thanks.
-
Hell yeah Chow!! Nice job!! Nice pics and reports guys
-
Went out of the south shore access tonight. There was one spot where it looks like someone had a tire go through at the boat launch. Went out to 16' of water and got into some eyes. 3 were probably keeper sized but I didn't bring a tape. Lost a couple on their way to the hole. When I was on my way out I noticed someone broke up the ice really good at the launch.
-
Thanks guys. That was fun.
I don’t get on the perch too often but I came loaded with spikes, waxies and wigglers to get the job done yesterday. And, with all that, all but about 5 came on the same old raps and spoons with a buckeye head that I use everyday
-
Thanks guys. That was fun.
I don’t get on the perch too often but I came loaded with spikes, waxies and wigglers to get the job done yesterday. And, with all that, all but about 5 came on the same old raps and spoons with a buckeye head that I use everyday
don't be telling that .....it's a secret :roflmao: really glad you banged them up man
-
That's great... funny how we carry everything possible but usually rely on a few tried and true offerings!
-
Fished South side out of Chapman today. Shore access is getting soft near the fishing pier and spud the crack not far out after that. Measured 10” of ice. Some snow and glare. Thought the morning bite was really decent til about 11. The afternoon bite was not as strong. Lots of chasing…..but wouldn’t commit. I think the wind and the water started getting murky had to do with that. Managed a few once I figured the bite out. A bunch of shorts…lost a few nice ones at the hole as well. Great day to be out. Really enjoy fishing here,, hope it’s not my last trip. Going to give er a go in the am before the high winds come in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz6SKPZm/07-A0-D7-D5-E94-B-44-F8-9-F3-A-A43117332313.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz6SKPZm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/XZ2jDgwQ/9-D71-E6-FB-4868-4-A95-8-D0-F-E3-D8-B5099-B21.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZ2jDgwQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ygk1qSjB/D9-D6232-C-90-B7-481-B-8598-356-CD0285281.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ygk1qSjB)
Where there any machines going out of Chapman?How about bait near by.Since Cookies closed I’ve only traveled farther east and gotten bait from Lake Side Outfitters.Just hate to back track.
-
Looks like a decent snow shower is getting ready to cross the lake. Larry thanks again for taking care of my buddy Kenny. Appreciate you!
-
Looks like a decent snow shower is getting ready to cross the lake. Larry thanks again for taking care of my buddy Kenny. Appreciate you!
You're welcome bud! Kenny is a hardworking guy that deserved a little intel for Oneida lake. He never caught a walleye through the ice before this weekend. He put the time in and pulled two limits, with a bunch of bonus perch!! He will be returning to do it all again one day! 😎🎣🕳
-
Thanks guys. That was fun.
I don’t get on the perch too often but I came loaded with spikes, waxies and wigglers to get the job done yesterday. And, with all that, all but about 5 came on the same old raps and spoons with a buckeye head that I use everyday
Without exageration, I literally carry a $1000 worth of jigs. 3 boxes of every kind, shape, size, and color that one can imagine. I'm sure many of them have never touched the water. Why is it that on any given day, no matter what I'm fishing for, it's a caty jig that gets tied on. Maybe because they work
-
I’ve been using Cary jigs for 35 plus years ,my number 1 go to jig great quality and lasts a long time
-
Well I put in a quick 4 hours this morning. Was heading to a waypoint when I realized some folks were actually close to it. So I decided to try a little shallower for some perch this time. Saw some about every 15 minutes, just could not get them to go. Until
(https://i.postimg.cc/R6txmvwN/20220227-095158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R6txmvwN)
I knew something was unusual when my first bass of 2022 just trucked me. A little over 4lbs, a ton of fun on a perch rig 😀 Fish was in great shape. The wind was really something this morning. Ice was good everywhere I was, could have brought the wheeler.
-
Btw. For the match the hatch guys. Along with 1” gobies the perch and walleyes were puking these up.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xq49rm3y/B99898-E4-8-ACC-41-AC-AA7-D-084400526-E54.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xq49rm3y)
-
Where there any machines going out of Chapman?How about bait near by.Since Cookies closed I’ve only traveled farther east and gotten bait from Lake Side Outfitters.Just hate to back track.
Saw a few machines out. I had my snowmobile. Lakeside outfitters for bait.
-
Chowdaire those are mayfly larva.
-
Chowdaire those are mayfly larva.
Yep wigglers , when the hatch is on it’s insane , I posted pics on MFF last season walleyes were stuffed with them
-
Saw a few machines out. I had my snowmobile. Lakeside outfitters for bait.
Thank Hardwater.
It is much appreciated.
Heading out in the am.Traveling from Binghamton area and hate to have trailered my sled all that way and then not get to use it.
-
Here is a pic of the hatch June 28 2021
(https://i.postimg.cc/BXT9JRgt/CF8039-CE-5199-4776-8914-54-F3-BA94-E00-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXT9JRgt)
-
Man that was crazy Fred! Remember the huge clouds of them while we were out there fishing lol. Miss those days when gas was only $3.08 a gallon to! 🤪
-
sleds are good to go....
-
Fished out of Chapman this morning. Ice is beat up directly in front of the launch area but it is fine to the right as you are heading out. Fished 20-22fow and caught 4 keeper walleye and a few shorts as well as 8 perch between 2 guys. Black and chrome #5 jigging rap worked best for us. Lots of marks but only a few takers.
-
Fished out of Chapman this morning. Ice is beat up directly in front of the launch area but it is fine to the right as you are heading out. Fished 20-22fow and caught 4 keeper walleye and a few shorts as well as 8 perch between 2 guys. Black and chrome #5 jigging rap worked best for us. Lots of marks but only a few takers.
Do you put any bait on your jigging raps I got a bunch and all I can catch is the side of the hole
-
Do you put any bait on your jigging raps I got a bunch and all I can catch is the side of the hole
We were using a half of a small emerald shiner.
-
Great stories and photos guys. I'm glad it stiffened up for you. Chowdaire that's a good looking bucket for sure! Those mixed bag buckets are a treat for the eyes and the taste buds you guys. Don't forget the Old Bay Seasoning while cooking your fish chowder.
You guys hammer them now and be safe out there.
That mayfly nymph it the Hexagenia Nymph, the largest mayfly, I think. It gets like that on Skinny too at times. Dead bugs stuck all over. Seen them on Oneida hovering above the water several feet up and several feet thick...a huge cloud.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NyBtX9nz/Hexagenia-Nymph.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NyBtX9nz)
-
Heading to Oneida tomorrow for my birthday. Never actually ice fished this lake and am going to scratch it off the list before i get any older. Was thinking of going out of Chapman. Just looking for the best ice and not sure if Chapman is the best access. Not worried about the fishing much but is that the best access to good ice at this point or is there safer ice elsewhere? I've been skunked this year more than any year I can remember so I'm ok with less fish just want to be safe out there. Got a machine but willing to walk. Gonna be there tomorrow and Wednesday. Any info for best ice would be appreciated. Pm me or post here please.
-
Skinny being mobile is a plus , just give plenty of room around creek mouths and any islands you may pass
-
Skinny being mobile is a plus , just give plenty of room around creek mouths and any islands you may pass
X2
Definitely stay far away from those creek mouths! Asking for trouble in those areas
-
Well my bucket didn’t end up looking like chowdaires. First time I’ve sat on one hole all season but moving with my set up would’ve been risky. Fished the southern end of the beach yesterday. 15 perch and 12 short eyes all between 13-15 inches. Water was really murked up more than I expected . Mostly all on a gold chrome rippin rap not tipped.
-
Heading to Oneida tomorrow for my birthday. Never actually ice fished this lake and am going to scratch it off the list before i get any older. Was thinking of going out of Chapman. Just looking for the best ice and not sure if Chapman is the best access. Not worried about the fishing much but is that the best access to good ice at this point or is there safer ice elsewhere? I've been skunked this year more than any year I can remember so I'm ok with less fish just want to be safe out there. Got a machine but willing to walk. Gonna be there tomorrow and Wednesday. Any info for best ice would be appreciated. Pm me or post here please.
If you have a machine, it doesn't really matter much where you launch from. Plenty of parking at Chapman and South Shore Boat launch. Lewis point is dicey with limited parking. Sylvan Beach is a good place as well.
The only bait store on the south side is Lakeside Sports right now that I know of. Ice at Chapman is fine, I drilled ~14" yesterday and there's still a lot of hard black ice. Just kind of slushy by the pier.
-
Has the shore ice at Godfrey frozen back up? Considering going out of there tomorrow afternoon. Thanks.
-
To the sled out of Godfrey this morning.No issues going out or on the way in.Patchy packed snow and exposed patches of ice.Went out to 32fow.Caught 1 short eye.Moved in to 29fow and caught one decent perch.Lookers all day long.Bigger marks where in shallower.Very few fish came to my bait quickly.The ones that did were decent marks.But they weren’t bitting.
-
Thank you for the ice and fishing report zaphod4. Wish they were more cooperative for you. I will share a report late tomorrow with what I find.
-
Fishing tomorrow from the South Shore. My last hurrah. I’ll post reports and conditions. Looks like early next week some warm temps coming….
-
Fishing tomorrow from the South Shore. My last hurrah. I’ll post reports and conditions. Looks like early next week some warm temps coming….
Good luck
-
Thanks Fred👍
-
Ice is in great shape measure 12" everywhere I've drilled. Can't pry the perch off the bottom, best fishing is coming.
-
Decided to fish out of Chapman Park today. Ice was in real good shape. Easy drag.
Managed 37 perch (4 in our group) from 1:30 to 6 pm. Also 2 short eyes.
Fish came in short spurts, not a steady flow. In the last hour they became very tight lipped and it started raining. Majority came on jigging raps tipped with minnow head. Very pleasant afternoon.
-
did my 50 today only second time this season.....and got a northern pike he went back about 26 in
-
Nice work Oneida1!!
-
Nice job onieda thats some great dinners
-
Good job Oneida
-
I can't view the reports and conditions page for Oneida. Only time in my life I needed that thread and it's gone! Lol
-
I can't view the reports and conditions page for Oneida. Only time in my life I needed that thread and it's gone! Lol
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=13676.180
-
Oneida virgin looking for a little help. Heading up Friday, and was wondering where the shortest walk to decent perch grounds might be. Being a little long in the tooth but still having a little get up and go, any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
-
Might have to change my handle to "right place, wrong time". Ice seemed to be a touch softer tonite fish are there just wrong time slot. Work comes first. NYS if you get to Lewis Pt by 6 on fri you should be good, about half mile to decent fishing.
-
Good job Oneida
X2
-
Thanks XC600. Very much appreciate a starting point to begin the quest. Not afraid to work for my dinner! If you need any info for the smaller western finger lakes pm me. That’s where I spend my days on the hard water.
-
Started at Lewis. Water was muddy. Lots of marks this morning but no takers. Went to Messenger. Hopped around a little. Water stained. A couple perch and lots of short eyes. Drove down to Shackleton. Hit a few spots with little to show. Hit two spots in front of Chapman's. Didn't even get a bite. Went back to messenger for my final stand. Almost fell out of my chair napping. The sun came out and it got way to hot inside. Last two hours had lots of shorts. I changed to a cicada and used a perch belly for bait. A mark came in and I set the hook so hard the pole came out of my hand. A 21 inch eye and a PB for this lake. I had 2 15s after that and more shorts. That was a long azz day. I bet I did more that 10 miles on the snowdog. I had fumes in the tank back at the truck.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QFy88Gks/20220302-165613.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QFy88Gks)
-
Fished yesterday from 8:30-2:30. Fished the same holes the whole time I was out. Was over a good school of fish but had to do some sorting. Iced 36 perch with 15 being keeper sized perch and 2 nice keeper walleye. Caught fish on raps with minnow head, raps without bait, and spoon with perch eye.
-
Well done Bob
Nice eye Zad
-
Well done Bob
Nice eye Zad
X2!!!
-
Going out of Verona tomorrow, usually go out of Chapman, anything I need to look out for (cracks, bad shore)? I am going early and bringing snowmobile, thanks!
-
The long range forecast shows some cooler weather in mid March. Hopefully we can dodge some rain on Sunday and cruise along for a while longer.
The water level came up almost 2' at the end of February. Anybody know if the gates are open?
-
Nice job DeadEyez. Sounds like a nice day.
Way to persist Zadvorney... that was quite a day of traveling. Congratulations on a PB walleye and limit!!
-
Realeyez, yes all of the gates are open at the C'noy dam. They open them up every year after boating season, late Nov- early Dec. and do not close them again until after ice out and the lake level lowers. I live within a 1/2 mile of the dam and have notice the river level has risen noticeably. My understanding is they try to keep the lake level down until ice out to avoid property damage that is likely to occur when the ice starts moving. When the ice near shore melts leaving the middle of the lake with a big mass of ice and the wind get it moving, it can pile up on shore and even get to homes along the lake. Sorry if this is more than you wanted to hear.
-
Understood FM. Thanks.
-
The water is still a little murky here in the se corner with a little current, but the shore and the ice is holding. Nice job on the fish guys, my best perch days have been after walleye season ends.
-
Really nice looking eye Zadvorney and nice job Deadeyez. Glad you're all still getting out and the ice is good. You might want to take sunscreen with you on Sunday...65 degrees!
-
I was planning on my last trip tomorrow but my truck crapped the bed and ended up at the dealer with all my stuff in the back. Won’t be done until next week some time. Oh well I had a pretty good season. Two great trips and a bunch of one meal trips. Good luck to everyone still going out.
-
chummer sorry to hear that but i think this ice will survive for a little while
-
based on forecast i think we will make close of walleye without many worries
-
i think so
-
Finished my season today……
Fished out of Chapman for a couple days. Stayed overnight (2) in my hut through the snow and high winds. Thursday was tough fishing but managed a decent bucket and a limit of eyes. Bunch of shorts as well. On Wednesday I caught an 18” Brown trout on a PK flutter spoon. Was super cool! Tried to get a pic but screwed it all up. Had the pleasure of visiting with Percheyes on here. We met on the lake last season. We fished briefly together. He’s a real gentlemen w/a cool snowmobile! I measured 10- 13” of ice. Conditions were great for walking or snowmobile. Noticed today on the way in the crack by the pier opened slightly. Enjoy reading everyone’s post on here. Hope you have a great rest of the season and stay safe out there! 👍
(https://i.postimg.cc/Tp4hkLrX/5-E11-AAAD-A672-4-E9-A-93-DF-782-F4-DA5873-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Tp4hkLrX)
-
Great job HW.
-
Thank you for the report hardwater on ice conditions. Tomorrow maybe better than Sunday with the weather coming in. If walking is good in in..
-
Thank you for the report hardwater on ice conditions. Tomorrow maybe better than Sunday with the weather coming in. If walking is good in in..
Tomorrow will be a nice day to be out. Snow was pretty hard out there today. Good luck
-
HW, talked to you today on my way out. Thanks for the tips. Managed a few shorts A great day with my son all in all. Thanks for the ride offer on Thursday. Much appreciated. Hope to see you out there next season. Don’t work too hard and stay safe.
-
Hardwater,
It was great trading fish stories with you on Wednesday.
You are definitely a dedicated fisherman!
I hope you have a great striper season this spring.
PerchEyes
-
Finally! After 5 or 6 trips this year found em yesterday. Jumbos. Screen stayed lit from 8-2. First 2 were 8's, the next 28 were over 10" with 5 over 12". Then at 2:00 a school of eyes showed up, landed 2-18", lost 3 more big ones, all in about 15 minutes. Like a dummy trying to horse em up to get back down. That's why you fish this Lake. Out of Williams, just east of the Islands in 18'. A few on raps, switched to a size 4 pimple with red insert with whole buckeye. Got a bunch on deadstick with good sized buckeyes from Bartel. Only God and my wife know why I'm not in the same holes this morning.
-
Got out yesterday late morning off sylvan beach and stayed through the afternoon bite. Bounced around from 21' to 26' but never really landed on them. Enough nice perch for a couple of meals. Landed a few short walleye but missed all my keeper opportunities either on the way up or at the hole. I'm really starting to question that front hook! Ice was still solid, walk not too bad following machine trails, water fairly murky. Probably my last trip for the season. Stay safe and tight lines.
-
Finally! After 5 or 6 trips this year found em yesterday. Jumbos. Screen stayed lit from 8-2. First 2 were 8's, the next 28 were over 10" with 5 over 12". Then at 2:00 a school of eyes showed up, landed 2-18", lost 3 more big ones, all in about 15 minutes. Like a dummy trying to horse em up to get back down. That's why you fish this Lake. Out of Williams, just east of the Islands in 18'. A few on raps, switched to a size 4 pimple with red insert with whole buckeye. Got a bunch on deadstick with good sized buckeyes from Bartel. Only God and my wife know why I'm not in the same holes this morning.
If you went to your holes today you would learn why you don’t post your location. Congrats on the great day. Days like that make all the memories of no fish days disappear.
-
I understand about the location thing, but this site gives me so much info, wanted to share once. I know it's where you fish also, sorry.
-
HW, talked to you today on my way out. Thanks for the tips. Managed a few shorts A great day with my son all in all. Thanks for the ride offer on Thursday. Much appreciated. Hope to see you out there next season. Don’t work too hard and stay safe.
Glad you had a nice day out with your son. Great to hear that👍
-
ice great condtion, ran all over couldnt find em.....
-
I understand about the location thing, but this site gives me so much info, wanted to share once. I know it's where you fish also, sorry.
It is nice to share until you get burned. One year I caught a limit so the next day I shared with a guy I had fished with a couple times. He brought a buddy and all 3 of us limited out. The next day I was on them again and when I opened my shanty around 10 there were 35 guys within 50 yards of me. This spot was in the middle of the lake and the two previous days there wasn’t a guy within 3miles of me. Lesson learned. You didn’t give an exact spot and there have been a few guys in that area all year.
-
That lake has been blown up so bad over the last 5 years, that nothing is sacred anymore. Sit in the same spot for more than 4 hours… you’ve got company coming. I’ve been getting on the ice at 4:30-5:00 most mornings… that doesn’t help either. Anglers will setup right on top of me. The old saying that “it’s a big lake, give the next guy room, lots of lake to fish” is over. I, along with my friends, have been burned in the past. Main reason I don’t post my outings anymore. Not a rant, just posting facts.
-
I'll be honest. I post what I do and don't care if guys fish around me. It's going to happen. It's why I move around alot. This lake has a ton of water to cover and the fish are all over. If I don't like what I see, I move. I also am one of the last holdouts of the gas auger crowd so I make noise. People get all bent about that too. Oh well. If you want real privacy then use a wetsuit and fish from under the water. Lol. There used to be tons of guys fishing in big shanty towns. I am sure a few fists were exchanged back then. But so we're beers and burgers and bait. I guess I'm just old and don't give a damn any more about the spot burning of an entire lake.
-
Yep, the term “loose lips sink ships” applies here and everywhere now especially with social media. I have enjoyed a pretty private spot on Oneida the past few years and still had nobody around me within 100 yards in any direction. Today beat my previous outing and the one before which were both my best days out in years. Landed 15 eyes, 10 were short and a few of them not by much. Also landed 17 perch, only 5 were under 11” with few 12”+ tanks and threw back a couple 9’s. Could have left with my limit of eyes at 8 am but glad I stuck around to pick away at the perch and c&r some bonus walleyes.
(https://i.postimg.cc/64x12rDF/4-C6-EC71-D-0487-4-F43-A795-AD9-A13743866.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64x12rDF)
-
I'll be honest. I post what I do and don't care if guys fish around me. It's going to happen. It's why I move around alot. This lake has a ton of water to cover and the fish are all over. If I don't like what I see, I move. I also am one of the last holdouts of the gas auger crowd so I make noise. People get all bent about that too. Oh well. If you want real privacy then use a wetsuit and fish from under the water. Lol. There used to be tons of guys fishing in big shanty towns. I am sure a few fists were exchanged back then. But so we're beers and burgers and bait. I guess I'm just old and don't give a damn any more about the spot burning of an entire lake.
oh, your the guy with power auger!!!😂😂😂😂😂😁😁 Just kidding!! I now make moves when needed! Best of luck the rest of the season to you!!😎
-
Good work Greenhornet!!😎
-
Thanks KP. I have never broken an ice rod in 18 years while ice fishing and have snapped 3 this season, one on a fish and two on way too excited exits out of the flip over to run down flags 😣. They’ve all resulted in upgrades though including the one today.
-
Thanks KP. I have never broken an ice rod in 18 years while ice fishing and have snapped 3 this season, one on a fish and two on way too excited exits out of the flip over to run down flags 😣. They’ve all resulted in upgrades though including the one today.
Lol! I have broken 4 rods on hooksets in my life. I haven’t broke one in 4 years since upgrading to 13fishing MH 31” rods. Filetandrelease got me interested in them. My son is pro staff for them with his bass tourney fishing. Great products!
-
I haven’t tried those. The one a broke today was a 28” meat stick that I really liked but was just a little long for hooksets in my one man shanty. Three weeks ago was my “green hornet” mackinaw casting grip rod I built myself that I loved. Building a new one will be a late fall project for me this year the day after I put my boat away.
-
Btw how is the tip action on the mh’s? I like to be able to see the tip move if a perch happens to nip but the backbone on those must give a good hook set
-
i use broken broom handles and just rip them eyes out of the water .......
-
Well done hornet
-
Couldn’t find ‘em again today. Moved 10 times. Got a handful of keeper eyes and then picked away for 25 good perch.
Probably my last trip but it was a good end with a couple of good trips the last couple of weeks.
Gonna be some more good fishing out there yet to come. Good luck to everyone still getting after it.
-
Chowdaire, Sounds like a good day to me
-
Oh yeah. Good day for sure. Good to end the season with some perch in the freezer.
-
Definitely a good day for sure. I was happy with my catch and you got twice as many perch as I did and I’m sure many of them are the quality Oneida size that have been numerous this ice season. Many nice sized fillets there.
-
Oh yeah. Good day for sure. Good to end the season with some perch in the freezer.
End to the season? :nono:
It’s not far off though. I think Rick (APPS) says 10 days after the geese arrive? I saw 2 geese today… >:(
Great job as usual Chow!
-
Good job, Bob!! 🎣
-
Large flocks all day today heading north
-
Btw how is the tip action on the mh’s? I like to be able to see the tip move if a perch happens to nip but the backbone on those must give a good hook set
Its the only rod I found, that will let you feel that perch nip in the tip, and, the backbone to make them go cross eyed when I set the hook. 😁
-
End to the season? :nono:
It’s not far off though. I think Rick (APPS) says 10 days after the geese arrive? I saw 2 geese today… >:(
Great job as usual Chow!
My bad! I meant end to MY season. Like I said, lots more fish to be caught before ice out.
-
i use broken broom handles and just rip them eyes out of the water .......
I hook dynamite to my lure cast it way out away from me to go boom then just go around with a net. ROFL 🤣
-
I fished South Shore this afternoon and was surprised by the amount of snow on the ice. Any areas that I came across that were bare, the ice was hard but saw some air bubbles forming. I hope it gets some more snow on it. The launch was fine coming back in. Good luck to whoever is going out tommorow.
-
Nice pics and reports guys! Tomorrow is gonna be brutal. 60 mph wind gusts with thunderstorms
-
I snuck out for a couple of hours. There is still a good amount of snow on the ice and little water. Just some sprinkles here and there so far. Hopefully any big rain misses us.
The bite was much slower for me today. 1 keeper eye and 3 shorts.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dLt3dx5Y/0-CC369-DF-7-DE5-4-C49-92-FA-6-A7-A03-D56029.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLt3dx5Y)
-
Better than working..👍👍
-
As of right now looking out from house very little if any rain mild wind to no wind, cloudy with mild temps guessing it will change soon...
-
Better than working..👍👍
X2
-
Better than working..👍👍
It sure is!!!
-
Beats the crap out of a 🦨
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/GHC23v3T/IMG-20220306-115750819.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHC23v3T)
Sun and 60 degree south wind is doing a number. Only 2 tenths of rain so far. Fingers crossed shore can hold up.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/GHC23v3T/IMG-20220306-115750819.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHC23v3T)
Sun and 60 degree south wind is doing a number. Only 2 tenths of rain so far. Fingers crossed shore can hold up.
They upped the temps across the ten day since yesterday. The fat lady is gargling.
-
I’m praying that the fat lady gets strep throat!!!! 😂
-
Town of Sullivan
03/6/2022 1:36:03 PM
Sullivan,NY
71.5°Switch to Metric
6
mph
Latitude:43.0867Longitude:-75.8729Elevation:420 ft
TEMPERATURE
Hi/Low72°/32°Feels Like71.5°Dew Point44.0°
WIND
CurrentSSW 5.9 mphGustSSW 35.3 mphAvg.SW 8.5 mph
PRECIPITATION
Today0.05"Rate0.00"
yeah it's warm and sunny ........
-
I’m praying that the fat lady gets strep throat!!!! 😂
Throat punch would do it.
This weather sucks!
-
I’m no expert but pull up the beach cam and look at the tree over the bath house and watch it for a min 😉
-
wind is picking up ......
-
Ice is getting that look.
-
Time to look into uncovering the boat? It was a great but too short ice season but when one door closes….
-
Now you stop that or
(https://i.postimg.cc/67VzSQnL/7-F3-D34-E5-5171-45-A1-ADE6-2-F1232-F952-ED.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67VzSQnL)
-
Time to look into uncovering the boat? It was a great but too short ice season but when one door closes….
now… you’re talking dirty!!!😁
-
Fired up the kicker yesterday maybe big motor tomorrow
-
I won’t complain if we get another weekend or two on Oneida but I still have my annual chaumont trip I haven’t taken yet. This wind may end those dreams quick up there though.
-
It’s always bittersweet,,, I love the ice as much as everyone else. Today I Rigged up three spring jigging rods and organized some summer tackle…..
-
Way off topic but I caught a huge silver bass or white perch yesterday on a tip up. Thought it was a walleye pulling it in and debated whether I should keep it or not. Are they as good as perch when they’re that big? Was probably close to 15” and thick.
-
Way off topic but I caught a huge silver bass or white perch yesterday on a tip up. Thought it was a walleye pulling it in and debated whether I should keep it or not. Are they as good as perch when they’re that big? Was probably close to 15” and thick.
To me they’re not as tasty as perch or walleye. They are okay if you cut the bloodline out.
-
To me their not as tasty as perch or walleye. They are okay if you cut the bloodline out.
X2
-
I know I’ve kept one or two smaller ones before and mixed in with the perch fillets never noticed much of a difference. I figured being that big it wouldn’t be worth keeping since I already had a decent amount of perch on the ice.
-
They are tons of fun to catch if a school of them come in. Aggressive fighters!!
-
It must have stripped about 50’ of line off the tip up. That may have been the flag I ran for that took out my rod in my excitement. I thought the tip up was going to start hovering the way that thing was spinning.
-
It must have stripped about 50’ of line off the tip up. That may have been the flag I ran for that took out my rod in my excitement. I thought the tip up was going to start hovering the way that thing was spinning.
Beautiful part of fishing west end is you don’t have to deal with them. I caught a few at Chapman and gave them to my buddy and he said they were gross. I don’t know how he cooked them.
-
Great eatting always think you have a much bigger fish in than you do they are pound for pound the best fighting panfish around..I got into a few of them my self well fishing for yellows
-
Great eatting always think you have a much bigger fish in than you do they are pound for pound the best fighting panfish around..I got into a few of them my self well fishing for yellows
THe school I got into were super aggressive. They would race each other up 10’ to hit it on the drop.
-
white perch have there place ....now don't they fred ;D
-
white perch have there place ....now don't they fred ;D
Yes sir , they use to be gas money 😜
-
going to have to catch golden fish for gas money now :(
-
Not Oneida perch
-
oneida perch are too good to sell .......
-
oneida perch are too good to sell .......
X2
-
Yes sir , they use to be gas money 😜
I contributed to that fund once or twice with you.😜
-
oneida perch are too good to sell .......
They are just fat pigs.
Lol
Taste just as good as the 7” from Chaumont. Only thing is takes less to fill the pale
-
If you get on a good bite on chaumount you’ll see some pigs , but it is a big place here are some
(https://i.postimg.cc/8j2bbTGT/21-DA7166-1194-4-C52-B093-D86-BF3623-F1-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8j2bbTGT)
-
If you get on a good bite on chaumount you’ll see some pigs , but it is a big place here are some
(https://i.postimg.cc/8j2bbTGT/21-DA7166-1194-4-C52-B093-D86-BF3623-F1-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8j2bbTGT)
Nice job.
Wish I had more time then I had this weekend to find them guys. And got lazy with the boys didn’t move enough.
-
7 day forecast shows only 1 night that is not below 32.... im guessing 10 to 14 days min. left yesterday there was avg of 14in of ice
-
7 day forecast shows only 1 night that is not below 32.... im guessing 10 to 14 days min. left yesterday there was avg of 14in of ice
I like your optimism.
-
7 day forecast shows only 1 night that is not below 32.... im guessing 10 to 14 days min. left yesterday there was avg of 14in of ice
We had 13” of ice where we fished. I’m with reeleyz on that throat punch!!!!🤣
-
And here comes the rain. This will do some damage around the edges. >:(
At least the heavy rain has stayed mostly south so far.
-
Yeah, I went out saturday, picked up two keepers but the hat trick eluded me. Sunday, I dried out the flip-over in the sun & wind and organized gear for storage.
No big deal. Seasons change ... now spring trout, gearing up for turkeys, and getting the garden stuff ready. Short season, but I had fun.
-
Not looking good for ice this week. I see the boys from Triple T Towing pulled a couple machines out that went in off Verona Beach. I may try to walk out one more time but I'm not sure about that.
-
All the feeder streams are up 1 to 2 ft. And they show the lake level about half a ft below full pool. Need some cold weather to slow down the run off if you are looking to get on the ice.
-
Yeah it’s not looking very good. Where I access went from good to bad in less than 24 hours. Granted there is a 2-3 foot wide feeder creek near my access that is running like a fire hose but the ice out there looks pretty grey
-
Watched a sled get popped out of a hole just off cornell point little while ago. Not far off the shore at all so probably where the rocks soaked up the sun.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/75nYKBZh/013-B4-B78-7-C56-466-B-BEC5-D9551-EE0-D463.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75nYKBZh)This joker thinks it’s funny that the ice is fading away and his toothy friends will be safe soon anyway!!!! Well, two words for you Joker…..Frying Pan!! End of story!!!😂
-
And here comes the rain. This will do some damage around the edges. >:(
At least the heavy rain has stayed mostly south so far.
one question for you bud….did you take care of that throat punch???🤣😜 lol!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/75nYKBZh/013-B4-B78-7-C56-466-B-BEC5-D9551-EE0-D463.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75nYKBZh)This joker thinks it’s funny that the ice is fading away and his toothy friends will be safe soon anyway!!!! Well, two words for you Joker…..Frying Pan!! End of story!!!😂
I know some crappie who were also laughing yesterday but they are suffering the same fate today mmm good
-
one question for you bud….did you take care of that throat punch???🤣😜 lol!
LOL!
She moves too fast for me. She is spry for a fat lady.
-
A lot of shore access is going to be rough after this rain.
-
LOL!
She moves too fast for me. She is spry for a fat lady.
😂
-
I know some crappie who were also laughing yesterday but they are suffering the same fate today mmm good
😁
-
Tremendous wind gusts and torrential downpours here South of Oneida. Going to be a tough night for the ice.
-
The lake has risen quite a bit last 2 days, creeks are running high lots of water pouring in. Hope that ice candles fast before the breakup. Red wing blackbirds are back around here bullheads will be biting soon.
-
BULLHEADSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
-
BULLHEADSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
You would.lol
I can get you on a spot to beat the crap out of some bullhead
-
Hello All,
Planning a camping / fishing trip in early June to Oneida.
We will be towing a boat. Does anyone have any experience or preferences with either camping at Verona State Park or Oneida Shores Park?
Looking to target walleyes or perch!
Any favorite baits or suggestions would also be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Jeremy
-
Oneida shores has a boat launch on site, Verona Beach you will have to trailer your boat. Another great option is renting a cottage from apps landing or other small cottage rentals that have docks. In June, fishing is good all around the lake so base it on your accommodations.
-
Another consideration is the wind. If you go to Verona Beach and want to launch nearby the wind will be a big factor. A 3 day blow will have you trailering more towards the West end. After a 3 day blow the East end is the place to be….
-
There isn't anyone out of Chapman or Sylvan Beach on the cameras now. Anyone able to report on how the shore and main sheet have faired through rain and wind? Thanks.
-
Many options , try anglers bay
Just hit google camp grounds Oneida lake ,
-
Forgot to show some things I saw yesterday on Oneida , bring your spud
(https://i.postimg.cc/8JZM1YyW/2-FE0-BD48-D122-47-CF-93-EB-208-DED0-CD3-FA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8JZM1YyW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/wR3J3kPr/42-ACDE81-3-FC5-4062-89-FF-C94-EE82-B880-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wR3J3kPr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3WbmVP0Q/CF542906-ED5-D-4-F2-B-AE83-4666-C413-D6-D1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WbmVP0Q)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3d4mTn24/D34-A3-E8-D-EDC8-4-E0-A-94-BB-B083-B0473-AB3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3d4mTn24)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8sCLy15b/E297-D7-BB-2689-45-EE-84-E2-21-E483197-C24.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8sCLy15b)
-
There isn't anyone out of Chapman or Sylvan Beach on the cameras now. Anyone able to report on how the shore and main sheet have faired through rain and wind? Thanks.
Not many ice reports this time year as it changes too fast. I can say I saw ice to the ramp at SS yesterday before the rain and wind later in the day. Didn't set foot on it just ate a slice in the empty lot.
-
My ice season ended last Saturday and had great season on Onieda this year just want to give a big THANKS to the locals Onieda 1 Deadeyes and Reeleyes and the guys at lakeside for all the reports and ice conditions
Thanks again
-
My ice season ended last Saturday and had great season on Onieda this year just want to give a big THANKS to the locals Onieda 1 Deadeyes and Reeleyes and the guys at lakeside for all the reports and ice conditions
Thanks again
X2!! Thank you as well
-
Thanks for the pics F & R... pictures are worth a thousand words!
-
hope to get at least 2 more days tmrw and thurseday,,,im sure theres some hazards out there gas holes open cracks etc.. areas of shore may be sketchy but the main sheet should be ok for next few days,,, but thats just my thoughts use cause this time of year late ice is worse then early ice imo...
-
I agree Oneida 1 late ice is a little trickier
-
I would also like to thank all you local diehards for the reports and observations that you share on here. Much appreciated! Think we'll have a chance at some shore fishing soon back here in Rochester. Till next year.
-
BULLHEADSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Best part about mud season is mister wiskers getting hungry. I got 4 this past week thru the ice so he's definatly ready for some warm water. I'm looking at tomorrow and hoping once more after that. I think this ice will be gone soon.
-
fred cool pictures ...
i'm ready for mr whiskers
-
You to KP for all the reports and banter, LMFAO!
-
Thanks to everyone for the reports and conditions, fish pics and stories, Trapper for his sarcasm and words of wisdom!! 😜
I’m going to put in one more trip on Oneida before I head north for a few trips. Be safe everyone and use a spud if you venture out. 🎣You to KP for all the reports and banter, LMFAO!
Thanks sawdust…. I’m usually good for a few reports and a bunch of banter!!!! 😜 my inner guy likes to step in from time to time!!🤣
-
Definitely good to talk to everyone on here this season! Had a good time! My gear is ready to be put up. I can’t get on the ice where I’m at on the north shore and don’t really wanna travel around looking for access as the freezer is stocked up. Good luck and stay safe to anyone who ventures out. Still have the snowmobile at the ready to do a little riding incase we get dumped on one more time though 😜
-
Apps Landing..
Just wanted to give props to the people at Apps. Myself and a couple of friends entered last weekends 2 day walleye tournament and all managed to finish in the money. The tourney was well run and the folks at the bait shop were some great people.
Thank you...
-
watching the cam someone just walked out on sylvan beach
-
Every year the beach is the last shot
-
There were a few people out yesterday off the north shore. My normal access is in rough shape. It will take a little "undercarraige wash" as Fred likes to say.
-
Bruce your use to a little water skipping 👍
I only rinsed mine once this season 😃
-
fred you know where i'm fishing but i keep a eye on the big O nice perch this year and of course the eyes are there to bad it's looking rather grim ......
-
Onondaga opened up yesterday. Funny how fast it goes back to being a lake. Beach can be last shot and can be a trap when the wind blows offshore and you float away. If your flasher is acting odd beware hahaha
-
Onondaga opened up yesterday. Funny how fast it goes back to being a lake. Beach can be last shot and can be a trap when the wind blows offshore and you float away. If your flasher is acting odd beware hahaha
Ha. Yep! Keep your GPS speed on the display this time of year.
-
Lol true story boys 😜
Great to run into KP and Josh this morning! We shared some laughs that’s for sure! You might have changed my mind about putting the ice gear up Larry 😈
-
I think it was just a few years ago Snagger was the first one to warn fishermen about the ice moving . That was on theEast end. Made a big news event. A few got wet wading in from the 3 ft depth .
Snagger was a wealth of knowledge for Oneida Lake. Too bad a couple jealous posters chased him off. He is still Mr. Oneida Lake to me.
-
I think it was just a few years ago Snagger was the first one to warn fishermen about the ice moving . That was on theEast end. Made a big news event. A few got wet wading in from the 3 ft depth .
Snagger was a wealth of knowledge for Oneida Lake. Too bad a couple jealous posters chased him off. He is still Mr. Oneida Lake to me.
Sure wish he’d return to the forum!
To heck with the jealous haters
-
ok conditions are diffrent all over the lake and changing daily,, I found that was easy to get on and off however this private and dosnt get all chewed up like public spots,, ice is a foot or better were I was but getting soft auger went threw fairly easy and quick, use caution and good judgement
-
I think it was just a few years ago Snagger was the first one to warn fishermen about the ice moving . That was on theEast end. Made a big news event. A few got wet wading in from the 3 ft depth .
Snagger was a wealth of knowledge for Oneida Lake. Too bad a couple jealous posters chased him off. He is still Mr. Oneida Lake to me.
100% on the wealth of knowledge. He does post pretty regular on the diehard page on facebook though, and as always gives great info
-
Thanks for the replies everyone.
We have decided to stay at Oneida Shores Park because of the ease of having the boat launch right there.
Our only other trip to Oneida Lake we launched from Godfrey's and were pretty successful with jumbo perch and a few keeper eyes drifitng with a jiggin rap.
Any other bait suggestions or depths would be helpful!
Once again,
Thanks for the input!
-
Bucktail jigs and sonars ,
-
Ditto to Filet and I also drag worm harnesses..tried and true
SeanP
-
Lol true story boys 😜
Great to run into KP and Josh this morning! We shared some laughs that’s for sure! You might have changed my mind about putting the ice gear up Larry 😈
Nice talking to you this morning, Snoop!!! I’m still in for that Ford F-ing Ranger ride!!! 😂😂😜😜🤣🤣 Be safe if you venture out!!!🎣
-
I think it was just a few years ago Snagger was the first one to warn fishermen about the ice moving . That was on theEast end. Made a big news event. A few got wet wading in from the 3 ft depth .
Snagger was a wealth of knowledge for Oneida Lake. Too bad a couple jealous posters chased him off. He is still Mr. Oneida Lake to me.
I ran into Snagger years ago on the ice and he filled me in on Navionics when I was still using a flip phone. Many years later I finally downloaded the app this year and shake my head at all those years I spent guessing…..great guy and great fisherman, I miss seeing his posts and unique photos on here.
-
Hey Larry, I can’t wait to try that combo out you gave me but not just because that rod feels great but the reel is a league above every cheapo that I have on my other ice rods.
-
Hey Larry, I can’t wait to try that combo out you gave me but not just because that rod feels great but the reel is a league above every cheapo that I have on my other ice rods.
It’s a great combo, Chris! Best of luck with it.🎣
-
not sure but have been my last day for season cant go again until monday but we will see what the conditions are,, wont report any conditions because it varies so much place to place now..some areas ok other not so much
-
The shoreline is pretty trashed in most places. The first spot I tried I wasn't able to get on. The first 50 yds or so is pretty sketchy. After that the ice was still decent but there's lots of spooky looking wet spots. I was finally able to get out for probably my last time and ended the season with a double limit. Perch were comitting suicide when I left today.
-
Great day Matt 👍
-
Good work Matt!🎣
-
Just watched six guys walking out off the beach cams. Good luck and stay safe.
-
I've been on the last 2 evenings. The main ice is solid but those usual hazzard spots are scetcky. Some of the cracks are wide open.
We should make it to at least the walleye closer.
-
Great day Matt 👍
X2!
-
Nice job Slammy! Way to close out the season man!
-
I fished off the south shore yesterday. Shore was soft and a little broken up but got on with my 18 inch boots. Main ice was about 14 inches and still solid. Got 15 perch and lost a walleye in the hole. Nice day. The shore looks like it is the limiting factor going forward? The storm today and Saturday will make things interesting. Cold temps on Sunday. Warmer highs next week.
-
Fished off the beach last night from 3-6:30 for probably the last dance of the year. Was a beautiful warm night I won’t forget. Chatted with the dude flying his ultra lite plane around . Shoreline was spotty as most have mentioned, ice was a little better than I expected. Majority of the marks were in 20-24 for. 2 keeper eyes a few shorts ,really had to work the eyes and 5 perch, all on small moonshine glow in brown. Hopefully can make it out again. Humbling year. Thanks for all the reports.
-
Hit the beach and fished from 8-12 today. Ended up with a limit of eyes and a dozen perch. Tossed back a few smaller perch and 4 additional keeper eyes. The eyes were all on the bigger side. Ice was in decent shape with the exception of the shoreline. My last trip of the season. Good luck to anyone venturing out from here on out.
-
That is a perfect morning Bobby!
-
Way to go
-
Good job to everyone who caught some fish!!🎣 Josh and I fished out of the north shore today…. Shoreline is a wreck getting on the ice. We managed to get on and spud our way out to where we fished. Lots of open spots 100 yards or so from shore. After that it was much better. 8-9” of ice where we were. We had a good day with fish and a better day weather wise. Today is our last trip on Oneida ice. The weather that is predicted to hit our area is going to cover up bad spots, cracks and gas holes…. If you guys venture out this weekend…. A spud and common sense goes a long ways!!! Be safe everyone!!!😎🎣
-
Coming in off the ice at Williams found a folding chair in the lawn put it under the pavilion next to the picnic tables
-
glad you and josh got a few good days in out there larry ...i think it's past my comfort level but i been fishing my honey holes this last week
-
I and goon fished a little northern ice was 14”s but the integrity wasn’t good but the bite was pretty good , fish ranged from 9 and the longest was 14” for the goon , which I measured ;)
-
14” perch :clap: :o
-
How many inches of snow did the the lake get? We were going to fish but didn't due to the weather. Thanks for your replys..
-
How many inches of snow did the the lake get? We were going to fish but didn't due to the weather. Thanks for your replys..
3”-4” here in Constantia.
-
The snow will most likely hide anything that was visible yesterday. I saw quite a few open water spots and cracks on the ice while walking out.
-
That is a perfect morning Bobby!
Sure is 👍
-
Reeleyz& KP thanks for the report..I hopped a crack off Dutchman Wednesday that was small 4 days earlier..best fishing of the season and left early to hop back across in the daylight..Will see what Monday brings.
-
Reeleyz& KP thanks for the report..I hopped a crack off Dutchman Wednesday that was small 4 days earlier..best fishing of the season and left early to hop back across in the daylight..Will see what Monday brings.
You're welcome. Play safe!😎
-
I see a hut out of Chapmans this morning on webcam. That’s awesome! Be careful. Hope you hammer ‘em.
-
I snuck on the ice off the north shore this morning.
Limit of eaters, 7 perch, and a surprise!
My first Atlantic through the ice.
I quit at 9:30.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bBcJD0m/6-B284454-F709-451-E-B9-C1-725-A067-AB66-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bBcJD0m)
(https://i.postimg.cc/s1KnstBT/BB4349-C2-C1-A6-4-EBB-85-E6-A8734-CBC7531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1KnstBT)
Probably my last sunrise on the ice this season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KRz0zJBx/C22-D0223-F200-404-D-8-CFC-B6-FAC8-C98-D60.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KRz0zJBx)
-
I snuck on the ice off the north shore this morning.
Limit of eaters, 7 perch, and a surprise!
My first Atlantic through the ice.
I quit at 9:30.
Incredible! That’s awesome. Nicely done👍
(https://i.postimg.cc/0bBcJD0m/6-B284454-F709-451-E-B9-C1-725-A067-AB66-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bBcJD0m)
(https://i.postimg.cc/s1KnstBT/BB4349-C2-C1-A6-4-EBB-85-E6-A8734-CBC7531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1KnstBT)
Probably my last sunrise on the ice this season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KRz0zJBx/C22-D0223-F200-404-D-8-CFC-B6-FAC8-C98-D60.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KRz0zJBx)
-
That’s awesome Bruce! Great pics as usual
-
Very nice Reeleyz!
-
Does anybody think i can walk out of sylvan beach monday morning and not go swimming?
-
Very nice Bruce..👍👍
-
Does anybody think i can walk out of sylvan beach monday morning and not go swimming?
There is at least a dozen out there right now according to the web cam
-
Good work, Bruce!!🎣
-
Thanks, what cam is that?
-
http://sylvanbeachny.com/sylvan-beach-live-cams/
-
Thanks again. Any info on a decent safe bite?
-
reeleyz what a great way to end the season the alantic is awesone ^5
i think everyone had a decent season i really enjoyed the times i was out and all the guys sharing storys here ^5 guys
-
Thanks again. Any info on a decent safe bite?
I refer to the beach as the soup bowl fish meandering about , far as safe ice ,a spud is your best friend this time of year ,
And fish should be staging up , good luck
-
yes you absolutely want a spud with you and use it
-
20 shacks out from the beach right now. Just passed by there on my way to estimate a job. They aren’t very far off shore. You should only need to get out to 17-21 feet of water and you should be on the fish. Definitely spud your way out like mentioned above. Also saw few shanties off the north shore.
-
That Atlantic looks awesome, congrats. Few guys out at Lewis PT shore seems to be holding in spots, cracks are a little wet. Put my gear up yesterday.
-
That Atlantic looks awesome, congrats. Few guys out at Lewis PT shore seems to be holding in spots, cracks are a little wet. Put my gear up yesterday.
That’s a brown trout.
-
That’s a brown trout.
Had to look again but I think your right. Spots and tail look Atlantic but the eye looks brown. I don't catch enough of either to know for sure. Still an amazing catch.
-
That’s a brown trout.
Looks like a Brown to me too.
-forked tail
- some spots below the lateral line
-and the most telling feature is the jaw extend past the eye
Still impressive. A brown trout and Atlantic is very very rare on Oneida.
-
ok i dont know what it is , other then nice fish, but this what i looked up salmon forked tail and back of jaw no farther then back of eye, brown square tail jaw beyond eye... so i guess i would go with salmon but i have no real idea
-
Fished sylvan beach this afternoon from 12 to 5 pm. Caught 2 keeper walleye and 16 descent yellow perch. About 20 people fishing when I left.
-
With a forked tail and no red spots I'm thinking salmon. But they are so close.
-
My last ice trip out this year I caught what I thought to be a brown trout. Was 18” and after looking at reeleyz fish it looks strikingly similar. Thought it was the coolest thing. I fudged the picture though ha! Neat to know their are a few in there.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/64VzGptV/ADC4-A11-C-AE4-D-4-F2-B-951-A-5225-B32-AD92-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64VzGptV)
I landed this one in north bay 3 ice seasons ago. Came in halfway up the water column and smashed my kast master. What a fight! I’m still not sure which of the 2 species the fish was someone at the time said a club up fish creek was doing trial releases with landlocked salmon. Not sure how much truth there is to that. Pritty cool either way
-
I believe Atlantic salmon have been released in Fish Creek since 1997, a friend of mine and retired ECO belonged to the club at the start.
-
The fight was awesome and the one I caught was only about 17”. I knew immediately it wasn’t a perch, walleye, or burbot.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/64VzGptV/ADC4-A11-C-AE4-D-4-F2-B-951-A-5225-B32-AD92-E.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64VzGptV)
I landed this one in north bay 3 ice seasons ago. Came in halfway up the water column and smashed my kast master. What a fight! I’m still not sure which of the 2 species the fish was someone at the time said a club up fish creek was doing trial releases with landlocked salmon. Not sure how much truth there is to that. Pritty cool either way
That’s awesome! Similar bite for me too haha. Was ripping a PK flutter spoon 3’ off bottom and fish screamed up and crushed it. Was a great little fight. Fish I caught looked identical. Very cool!
-
Iceman that is definitely a brown trout.
-
Thanks for all the tales and accounts from my home lake all you guys :'(........having a nice winter down here in Murrells inlet....got some beautiful speckled sea trout, red fish.and tons of short flounder......a few small black drum also......did fly home for a week in mid Feb. to ice fish and did pretty well when I could get out......you guys had an epic year on the old girl this year......be home the end of march and hopefully bring some nice south Carolina sunshine with me
-
looks like a brown to me
-
http://fishcreeksalmon.org/atlantic-salmon-id.htm#:~:text=The%20Atlantic%20salmon%20has%20on,trout%20is%20broad%20and%20square. (http://fishcreeksalmon.org/atlantic-salmon-id.htm#:~:text=The%20Atlantic%20salmon%20has%20on,trout%20is%20broad%20and%20square.)
either way very cool fish ice
-
I think iceman’s fish is a brown. Square tail and the mouth goes well behind the eye.
Mine the mouth was even with the eye and the tail slightly forked. Confident that it was an Atlantic.
Either way some rare catches!
-
Yes the square tail definitely makes me think brown but like all you guys said, either way very cool to hear and see pics of different species of fish coming out of the lake. Yesterday morning was my last day out. Made it out with a buddy, far from a banner morning but we found some perch and eyes willing to play. Thanks again to everyone posting conditions tips or just fishing stories in general. I’m ready for spring and some open water fishing although I know it won’t be long and I’ll be missing that steady hummmmmmmmmmmm of my flasher and the smell and glow of my propain heater going. Good luck to anyone still making it out on the hard stuff
-
got about a 5 lb white sucker today second one in last 2 weeks came up just like any fish and hit it
-
I think it spawning season for suckers or close to it.
-
Hey KP, I tried that rod you gave me up at Chaumont yesterday and hammered the perch. Jeez Larry, when you said the hooksets from that thing would make them go cross-eyed I thought you just meant that figuratively but one of the jumbos I landed looked like the walleye I was looking for on the screen and drove the hook home. I released about 80 perch that day so if anyone happens to catch one of these “2nd chancers” I apologize in advance. PS- I didn’t take a picture of that fish but this gives you an idea of what I’m talking about…
(https://i.postimg.cc/FYF9jsks/F03554-EE-DFCA-442-A-9305-C7349-E766-D0-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYF9jsks)
-
bruce's fish is 100% alantic
both fish are awesome .......and really cool you got them on oneida
-
😂 Chris, I warned you about getting to aggressive with those rods on hook sets!! Nasty!!😈 the ol buzzard, Freddie, would be proud!!!😜 I’ve felt fish hitting the bottom of the ice from 50’ away from his hook sets with those rods!!💪🏻😂
Good work on those perch yesterday!!!😎
-
…from 50’ away 😂
-
Good job hornet , those rods are something
I have the whole line up , I like the med 28”
-
Good job hornet , those rods are something
I have the whole line up , I like the med 28”
I think I’d like the 28” for my cramped 1.5 man shanty. I kept whacking the door and roof with my high bite hooksets
-
…from 50’ away 😂
Seriously…. You wait till we set you up between us…..😈😂😜 what do you think Freddie!!!😜🤣
-
Seriously…. You wait till we set you up between us…..😈😂😜 what do you think Freddie!!!😜🤣
Think he will do the same as you and put your ear buds in 😱
-
Think he will do the same as you and put your ear buds in 😱
lol! That was back then… I just remove my hearing aids now!!! 😂
-
Haha no worries, I don’t hear crap….just ask my wife
-
Oh, you’ll hear release!!!😂😂😂😂😂
-
got another sucker today on 2nd trip out .....and a real nice eye 6lb range both went back.....perch bite was ok
-
there was some folks out at the beach ,wondering if any last minute walleye stories
-
Trapp your the master at story telling , so carry on lol
-
well it's wanting to see other peoples wishes oneida and a few others said they wanted to make it till the end of walleye season .....i was hoping a few got to on the O........ me i rather chase open water now ;D but i'm hoping they got out
-
I snuck out off the north shore this evening. It was a little damp but the fish didn’t mind. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVD4zpJP/9-EBE29-B7-603-B-4-A25-9-C8-E-689-FD1-B5194-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVD4zpJP)
-
I snuck out off the north shore this evening. It was a little damp but the fish didn’t mind. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/HVD4zpJP/9-EBE29-B7-603-B-4-A25-9-C8-E-689-FD1-B5194-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HVD4zpJP)
Stellar^^
You’re my hero! Nice job👍
-
well made it out this afternoon no eyes but perch bite was decent....
-
Well done guys I headed north the perch bite wasn’t bad
-
i been fishing open water for more then a week but i wanted to see you guys get the last day of walleyes on oneida ^5
-
I can't complain about this season. Just over 2 months on the ice, at least 12" of beautiful ice, good walleye bite from start to finish, and some good perch action too.
-
Good job guys!🎣 I’m thinking a trip or two north, then the gear gets put away.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K3c185Rb/7-C3-A2-E67-27-EB-486-A-8173-C94-CFB3-CB4-DD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K3c185Rb)Looks like Mrs. KP lost her parking spot in the garage already!!😁
-
:roflmao:
-
I can't complain about this season. Just over 2 months on the ice, at least 12" of beautiful ice, good walleye bite from start to finish, and some good perch action too.
Well said I couldn't agree more!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K3c185Rb/7-C3-A2-E67-27-EB-486-A-8173-C94-CFB3-CB4-DD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K3c185Rb)Looks like Mrs. KP lost her parking spot in the garage already!!😁
Plenty of room for a "SMART" car!!! ;D
SeanP
-
Nice ride KP! We just need to get through mud season, then game on! My Lund has an inside slot too...
Just gave Pete at Anglers Bay a deposit few days ago. Plan on staying at as many rentals as possible this year, doing a comparison, looking for a favorite.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K3c185Rb/7-C3-A2-E67-27-EB-486-A-8173-C94-CFB3-CB4-DD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K3c185Rb)Looks like Mrs. KP lost her parking spot in the garage already!!😁
My spot has been taking up with my boat for 2 weeks now... itching to get on it
-
Larry where's the planer board mast and downriggers ??? ;D
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K3c185Rb/7-C3-A2-E67-27-EB-486-A-8173-C94-CFB3-CB4-DD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K3c185Rb)Looks like Mrs. KP lost her parking spot in the garage already!!😁
Oh boy….KP sleepin on the couch tonight 😂🤣
-
Larry where's the planer board mast and downriggers ??? ;D
lol! That thing doesn’t like to idle along too long. In gear, no throttle it chugs along at 4.5 mph…. A little fast for trolling.😁
-
Oh boy….KP sleepin on the couch tonight 😂🤣
Would’nt be the first time and most likely won’t be the last!😁
-
lol! That thing doesn’t like to idle along too long. In gear, no throttle it chugs along at 4.5 mph…. A little fast for trolling.😁
Sure you can you’ve got the bow electric 😉
-
trolling anchor or the old rope and bucket trick................. ....
-
I figured I should drop this here too.
The new walleye regs are official. 5 fish walleye limit and the season now opens on May 1st every year.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124958.html (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124958.html)
-
Thanks Bruce
-
Thanks Bruce
Well got out on some ice not Oneida yesterday with the goon , they aren’t tanks but they will eat
(https://i.postimg.cc/67Cky0NN/AD3838-DF-1-B89-4-B3-B-BBCA-CA070-EC3-F2-EC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67Cky0NN)
-
Very nice Fred!!! Nock em dead!
-
Good work Fred.
-
Nice F&R !! My bud went balls deep with one leg earlier this week, but we are 1 hour south of Oneida. It's a wrap here.
-
Stay after them Fred and Nate!! Nice job
-
Sure you can you’ve got the bow electric 😉
You’re always thinking ol man!!!😁
-
Nicely done Fred!!
-
good job ole boy ...you'll be the last man standing on hardwater i know that
-
Good job Freddie!! 😎
good job ole boy ...you'll be the last man standing on hardwater i know that
The ol buzzard walks on water Trap!!! Even when the ice is gone!!!!😎
-
naaaaa but he doesn't get very wet wading for fall walleyes
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/0z9RChGG/CE9-F590-B-7-BE1-40-B4-BB9-C-AAC93372-C0-D6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0z9RChGG)
-
Priceless!!!
-
Omg , the wife made that up years ago to bust on me , lmao
-
I laugh out loud every time I see it in my photo library!! 😜 As Reeleyz posted earlier… priceless!! 😎
I do have other pics of you… but, we’ll save those for another time!!😁🤣
-
I laugh out loud every time I see it in my photo library!! 😜 As Reeleyz posted earlier… priceless!! 😎
I do have other pics of you… but, we’ll save those for another time!!😁🤣
Thanks 😜
-
She's moving.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bGx3SWPP/Snap-Shot-20220319-153434-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bGx3SWPP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/KR3y1P9N/Snap-Shot-20220319-164203-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KR3y1P9N)
-
Thanks for sharing zeker!! Won’t be long now before she opens up!
-
i'm thinking maybe i'll stay off that ice untill we get some more cold weather , what do you guys think?
-
I was thinking of riding it in, but, trolling for walleye is frowned upon at the moment!!😁
-
Trapp I’ll Let you know Monday 😃
-
i got 2 truck inner tubes i'm tieing them to the bottoms on my snow shoes count me in :roflmao: :thumbsup:
-
Well I found a puddle to icefish today ,managed enough for a few meals
(https://i.postimg.cc/ykq5FFqP/1518-B0-DD-2-A37-40-B2-8-BF5-3-D6-DF7354-C4-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykq5FFqP)
-
Nice job Freddie!!🎣
-
Nice job you maniac 😜
-
Very nice!
-
I was going to head out this morning but weather held me back 😡, maybe tomorrow I’ll take a drive
Don’t worry trapp I’ll be seeing you very soon , as all my open water rods and minnow bucket are within arms reach
-
remember my friend it's easier to drop a anchor then drill holes! ;D
-
Maybe but my 4.5” nils is pretty fast , I’m afraid getting on maybe the problem , my days of putting on waders has long been over , I still walk the plank plank 🏴☠️
-
remember my friend it's easier to drop a anchor then drill holes! ;D
Even easier to hit a button for spotlock and no planks ,waders or risk of going through.
-
Isn’t ice fishing a form of spot lock 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/gx4RjyZW/2-CCA103-A-9-E4-E-4-E7-C-8819-5-B7097-F64-DE4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gx4RjyZW)
-
Man those are some fatty's !
-
Isn’t ice fishing a form of spot lock 😜
(https://i.postimg.cc/gx4RjyZW/2-CCA103-A-9-E4-E-4-E7-C-8819-5-B7097-F64-DE4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gx4RjyZW)
Completely spotlocked very true
You hang on the hard stuff til the end for sure. Nice pile
-
oh freddie will be the last man standing on the hard water .......and no worries he knows what he's doing......nice fish ole boy hurry up i have a boat seat and a place for you to sit to beat on the yellers
-
Does anyone know if the hatchery will be open to the public this year??
-
Well to my dismay today looked like my last day only do to a dentist appointment , and some rain cause I sure would like a couple more days
(https://i.postimg.cc/QF93vpLm/738-D172-B-6-F28-4-B79-BA80-171-D32-B86-D91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QF93vpLm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/NK3ct5Bc/B903453-C-3624-4387-A653-24-F0-E4006-AB9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NK3ct5Bc)
-
nice fish fred ^5
-
nice fish fred ^5
Thanks trapp , I’ll take you up on that seat
-
Well to my dismay today looked like my last day only do to a dentist appointment , and some rain cause I sure would like a couple more days
(https://i.postimg.cc/QF93vpLm/738-D172-B-6-F28-4-B79-BA80-171-D32-B86-D91.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QF93vpLm)
(https://i.postimg.cc/NK3ct5Bc/B903453-C-3624-4387-A653-24-F0-E4006-AB9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NK3ct5Bc)
You’re giving up early!!!!!😜 Do I need to mention that we fished April 15th one season???😁 Good job ol buzzard!!😎🎣
-
Dang Fred those are nice!!!!
-
Does anyone know if the hatchery will be open to the public this year??
The last I heard they were not going to be open to the public this year.
-
Great ending Fred!
-
Most excellent!!
-
Man, those things are tanks! Great job diehard!
-
Some beauty’s there Fred!! Nice job staying after them late season! Before you know it we will be jiggin eyes on the boat
-
Nice job on the perch, those are really nice.
-
This just in.
The Hatchery is now OPEN to the public!!!
-
Yay !!!!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/0z9RChGG/CE9-F590-B-7-BE1-40-B4-BB9-C-AAC93372-C0-D6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0z9RChGG)
That photo says it all KP! Nice job on the ice season to all of you guys...great photos all season long.
-
KP likes to bust my chops lol ,
Thanks Bruce for letting us know
-
This just in.
The Hatchery is now OPEN to the public!!!
Thanks for info, when is best time to see eggs being stripped, have been waiting for it to reopen to public.
-
Thanks for info, when is best time to see eggs being stripped, have been waiting for it to reopen to public.
Not sure if they have a schedule for stripping eggs. I know I have seen them stripping in the mornings a lot.
I would assume that they should be going for the next 7 days or so. Not sure if it would stretch into next weekend.
-
I've been there a couple times. Seems they go out every morning to empty the nets. Maybe 8-10 Takes them a couple hours to do that and the folks inside start rite away. By mid-day they're finished for that day
-
KP likes to bust my chops lol ,
Thanks Bruce for letting us know
I wouldn’t bust chops if I didn’t like you bud!!🤪
Thanks for the hatchery news, Bruce!!😎
-
Not sure if anyone saw this…..
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0ztNX6rkX54ZViPCg4fvprw1PqHKBNER8ZrmPL43RKSrybBG1ebN958Vk6ZP7co3Rl&id=379760922061043&__tn__=%2AW-R
-
Thanks for posting mjnoff
-
I'll bet she's a little rough today
-
I'll bet she's a little rough today
Oh man that wind was something
-
No bugs though .... so we had that going for us ... LOL
-
No bugs though .... so we had that going for us ... LOL
That’s true
-
Pretty big waves on the webcam yesterday..
-
46 days, 11 hours, 36 minutes and 44 seconds till safe ice!!🎣🕳️😎
-
46 days, 11 hours, 36 minutes and 44 seconds till safe ice!!🎣🕳️😎
Perfect!
-
The wind is ripping again pretty good.
Surface temp is cooling off fairly well. It was 43 the other day. I hate to say it but a good dump of snow would help get it down faster!
-
Perfect!
😎
-
Going to be A light wind tonight, need some freezer fillers, can't wait 46 days to fish. ;D
-
Me to I’m down on my freezer supply ,
-
Me to I’m down on my freezer supply ,
Me 3..
-
i been hanging on fishing the open water
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rRFz3jNZ/20161210-095419.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRFz3jNZ)
9/10/16
-
15 and 16 were great ice years even got out on deep water on the finger lakes
-
Water temp was 39 on Friday. It’s getting there. Nice stretch of cool weather coming up to keep it headed it the right direction.
-
Wind and snow today, cold all week. It's looking promising .
-
Need this wind to lay down , snow will help cool it
-
39deg two days ago
-
Thanks chowdaire, , lot of it depends on the wind , I’m looking at the end of the month somewhere 🤞
-
10 degrees at my house and Sylvan beach shows 6. I bet that water temp went down a bit last night!
The forecast still looks decent. Hopefully we can capitalize on it!
-
Yo Bruce
“From your mouth to God’s ear”
Boggey
-
Yo Bruce
“From your mouth to God’s ear”
Boggey
;D
-
Let the rock tossing begin lmao
-
Before Iceshanty we used to use a bowling ball to see how far it could get before disappearing…. :whistle:
-
Let the rock tossing begin lmao
We might tossing rocks next week sometime if we're lucky, lol
-
We might tossing rocks next week sometime if we're lucky, lol
looks like I maybe grounded for another week so hold off 😜
-
Hope you guys get a good coat of ice soon........Merry Christmas to one and all.......heading for South Carolina again this year.......leaving tomorrow to beat the incoming storm.....fly home home for a week the end of Feb. to hopefully get my ice fishing fix in.....good luck and stay on top ;D
-
Merry X-mass Scout maybe see you in feb
-
Friday night might be good if the wind goes the right way. Water is pretty low, might need to get in the rowboat go get off the point. I have got them New Years before. Oh wait this is for ice fishing, wrong board lmao. ;D ;D ;D
-
Have a safe trip Scout.
-
Happy Holidays Scout!! Have a safe trip!😎
-
Hopefully we get lucky with this cold snap. After that the 8-14 day forecast is not good.
-
🤦🏻
-
good rabbit hunting weather
-
Saw a bunny this morning when getting the newspaper out of the box He thought he was hidden Ha Ha
-
Me and some buddies rented a house on Oneida 2nd week of Feb. We are staying in a house by Lakeport Bay. Just looking for any pointers that you guys could throw my way. Tip up or jigging and where to buy bait. Thanks in advance and good luck to everyone this season.
-
Moose, head to Lakeside Outfitters for bait right down the road headed east at the corner of Lewis point road..this also a popular fishing spot/launch if you don’t have lake access at your rental. Need to be early if parking at Lewis.. The parking lot fills up fast. West of you is chapman park..large parking lot with ample space for trucks with trailers.
Most stick to jigging on Oneida for walleye as they like it aggressive and moving. Having a flasher is key. Jiggin raps with a minnow head on the treble and JamJig it in their face but play keep away at the same time. Best bites are sun-up/sun down for eyes..then try to hunt the perch pods in between. Best of luck
-
Thanks man appreciate it. We have a rental right on the lake so most likely heading out from there with the machines.
-
Thanks man appreciate it. We have a rental right on the lake so most likely heading out from there with the machines.
Don’t hesitate to try spoons tipped
Early and late is prime time for eyes but I’ve had lots of great bites during the day
I installed some LEDs in my shack ,thanks KP for picking them up for me
And that was only 1/2 a set
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm/0-D69-C146-0795-4-E62-88-CD-689054043838.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm)
-
Looks good Fred.
Hey Trapper. I saw this on another forum and instantly thought of you!
(https://i.postimg.cc/cKNDRnnr/F88-F8199-2-FF8-401-B-93-A5-C50-A770-F649-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKNDRnnr)
-
Lol that’s trapp
-
Looks good Fred.
Hey Trapper. I saw this on another forum and instantly thought of you!
(https://i.postimg.cc/cKNDRnnr/F88-F8199-2-FF8-401-B-93-A5-C50-A770-F649-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKNDRnnr)
lol i did have that guy smoking :roflmao:
-
46 days, 11 hours, 36 minutes and 44 seconds till safe ice!!🎣🕳️😎
🤞🤞 man I hope your right. Not looking like we’ll be out there before then lol
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm/0-D69-C146-0795-4-E62-88-CD-689054043838.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm)
F&R, mind if I ask about the size pvc pipe and fittings you are using with the side flare outs.
-
Don’t hesitate to try spoons tipped
Early and late is prime time for eyes but I’ve had lots of great bites during the day
I installed some LEDs in my shack ,thanks KP for picking them up for me
And that was only 1/2 a set
(https://i.postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm/0-D69-C146-0795-4-E62-88-CD-689054043838.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SXKrgHtm)
Those lights work pretty good bud!!👍🏻
-
Yes sir they are plenty bright , if I put the whole set in I’m thinking maybe I could be spotted from the space station 😃
Thanks again KP
-
Yes sir they are plenty bright , if I put the whole set in I’m thinking maybe I could be spotted from the space station 😃
Thanks again KP
You’re welcome my friend!
-
Just looked at the beach cam looks like really rough walking
-
thats not good at all going to be a horror to drag out on and won't freeze right :(
-
The webcam at Chapman Park shows open water.
-
Just looked at the beach cam looks like really rough walking
Thats some ugly looking ice!!
-
If the projected warm up doesn't destroy the ice completely, then perhaps it will melt the rough spots and smooth it out.
-
Lmfao
-
Hi guys hope every one has had a good holiday I know the wind has been brutal Has big Bay been able to freeze ? would like to drop a jig next couple days Thanx
-
took a ride down past big bay. there was 32 guys out there. I don't how much ice they were on. Sully...
-
took a ride down past big bay. there was 32 guys out there. I don't how much ice they were on. Sully...
sully good to see ya i'm sure i'll be catching you down there
-
Thanx Sully the wife is dragging me up to the Turning Stone for a couple days Now I have an escape
-
Hey guys, where are you finding the sylvan beach cam? The ones I am able to find aren’t working
-
Looks like the Sylvan Beach cam's are down, here is a link to the north shore cam.
https://www.oneidalakeview.com/
-
When they they go down in the off season(Sept to June) they are slow to fix them..
-
When they they go down in the off season(Sept to June) they are slow to fix them..
Interesting timing too…
-
Interesting timing too…
I thought so as well. This isn’t the first time the camera went out this time of year…..
-
could the wind have something to do with it ?
-
This is the time of year when the weather guy on the news really irks Me… smiling every time he mentions a warm up……🤯🤬
I don’t like that guy!!☹️
-
This is the time of year when the weather guy on the news really irks Me… smiling every time he mentions a warm up……🤯🤬
I don’t like that guy!!☹️
He needs a throat punch!
-
well as of yesterday can see no open water, but im sure its just an inch or so and warm up coming so it wont lsat
-
50's all this week
-
Drove along the north side of the lake this morning, people are out there fishing :cookoo: :nono: :pinch: :blink: :wacko: :o
-
He needs a throat punch!
😂 my thought exactly!
The north shore has open water I’m being told.
-
I sent out an email about the Sylvan Beach web cams being down and got a reply:
Thank you for letting us know. We are working on getting the web cameras back on line as soon as possible. Thank you for your patients! Happy New Year!
SVBRA
(https://i.postimg.cc/Whz3GmTB/Snap-Shot-20210901-193755.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Whz3GmTB)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
They just got someone off the ice in front of the breakwall in town, heard on the radio they didn't fall through. Had the airboat from brewerton come, by the time it got there they were off the ice. Be careful, the geese have a swimming spot 200 yards out. I saw 20 trucks at Taft yesterday, some out quite a ways, I think it is sketchy as hell. Remember the closest airboat is brewerton, so you will have a wait for your ride if you go through.
-
I sent out an email about the Sylvan Beach web cams being down and got a reply:
Thank you for letting us know. We are working on getting the web cameras back on line as soon as possible. Thank you for your patients! Happy New Year!
SVBRA
(https://i.postimg.cc/Whz3GmTB/Snap-Shot-20210901-193755.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Whz3GmTB)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
ya know ever year it doesn't work on the beginnings of ice i wonder it they shut it off so no one follows the first idiots that stumble out there
-
For the record it was me and there was no issue at all. Somebody from Mill St called the fire department saying somebody was through the ice up to their chest. I have to imagine they saw my kids falling on the ice over and over again ice skating.
And if someone doesn’t go first, nobody would ever go.
My oldest jigged up this one tonight.
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4d242hT/F0-E37-C52-5-F03-48-D6-885-C-C1-F41637255-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4d242hT)
-
I was saying that to my brother in law, I said the guy was probably fishing till dark and someone called. There is an open spot out to the right at the access. It was probably the new people in Pierces house, that is the only house that is on Mill street. Glad you were just fishing, I figured something was up when you walked in.
-
For the record it was me and there was no issue at all. Somebody from Mill St called the fire department saying somebody was through the ice up to their chest. I have to imagine they saw my kids falling on the ice over and over again ice skating.
And if someone doesn’t go first, nobody would ever go.
My oldest jigged up this one tonight.
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4d242hT/F0-E37-C52-5-F03-48-D6-885-C-C1-F41637255-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4d242hT)
you know how to use a spud you were good
-
Good work on that walleye young man!!! 😎
-
WALLEYE ????
(https://i.postimg.cc/VJr07XCN/imagesfat*****.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VJr07XCN)
-
ya know ever year it doesn't work on the beginnings of ice i wonder it they shut it off so no one follows the first idiots that stumble out there
Sunset Cam is working again.
(https://i.postimg.cc/PPV0tvZn/Snap-Shot-20221229-190044-Copy.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPV0tvZn)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Well done young man , Nice healthy looking eye
-
Any word on the conditions at BB ? Hoping for tomorrow but not too optimistic
-
Warm up and rain, which is, what it is doing in Brewerton at the moment, will most likely rot that ice.
-
Warm up and rain, which is, what it is doing in Brewerton at the moment, will most likely rot that ice.
Thanks King , I guess I already knew that Just hoping
-
Nice job Lil Reeleyez!! Make those fish pay 💪🏻
-
Thanks King , I guess I already knew that Just hoping
👍🏻
-
long term forecast says no cold weather till last week of Januarary ugh....
-
long term forecast says no cold weather till last week of Januarary ugh....
Not saying they are right or wrong but .... most of the time when its 3 days later the entire forecast changes - LOL
-
saves money on fuel oil
-
The next week doesn't look good but long range is starting to chill out...there is hope!
-
long term forecast says no cold weather till last week of Januarary ugh....
That should put us about the time I predicted on December 2nd! 😁
-
That should put us about the time I predicted on December 2nd! 😁
got faith in you bro!!
-
Not much different than the last few years. There will be lots of time to fish the ice. With the cost of fuel this year this weather is a welcome break for some of us shortens the winter a little. Happy & safe new year to all.
-
Well maybe this warm with rain will help the ice out that nasty ice and make some better ice on Oneida down the road , I usually don’t figure on getting on the main lake until first or second week of January,
Anything before that is a bonus
Until then I’ll find ice else where ,lots of time to fill a freezer ,if I didn’t have an issue at home I’d been out before Christmas
I don’t mind traveling , as I have a fishing partner , we split the cost of fuel which makes it more than reasonable
This ol boy wishes all of you a safe and productive ice season 🎣
-
Happy New Year to all!!
Freddie, you and the goon will most likely have a tag-along at times when we get ice.😁 No worries, I’ll leave the sidekick in the truck!!😂
-
well what ice was on the south shore in my area is gone
-
Happy New Year to all!!
Freddie, you and the goon will most likely have a tag-along at times when we get ice.😁 No worries, I’ll leave the sidekick in the truck!!😂
What the hell my side kick goes so bring him along , then they can b***h at each other and leave us alone 😃
-
What the hell my side kick goes so bring him along , then they can b***h at each other and leave us alone 😃
lmao!! 😂 I’d rather not listen to either one of them, Thank You!! 😜
-
Hello All !!
I am adding a gps/plotter this season to get better at onieda lake. I can get either navionics or lake vu g3 ultra for maps. i would like to take the gas hole locations and put them on the map from the list you guys have put together. i have no clue which map is better or how to add the gas holes, can some one advise.
Thank you!!
-
Hello All !!
I am adding a gps/plotter this season to get better at onieda lake. I can get either navionics or lake vu g3 ultra for maps. i would like to take the gas hole locations and put them on the map from the list you guys have put together. i have no clue which map is better or how to add the gas holes, can some one advise.
Thank you!!
I am using the Navionics App on my phone for that. I am not sure if there is a way to download those waypoints to a graph?
-
With the navionics phone app, click on the search icon…click on long/lat….. you can scroll up and down on the numbers to chose the waypoint location. Click on show on map… it will show you the location. Click on the point it shows… it will take you to a list of icons/markers page. There, you will chose the icon you’d like to mark the spot for a gas hole. Lots of gas holes are already on the app for Oneida Lake. First, you must open up community edits from the menu page to see them all. They will be red hazard markers. Hope this gets you into the right direction.
Man, I’m jonesing bad for ice!!!🤬🤯
-
The NE end actually held it's ice sheet until last night. Ready to take the boat out now though.
-
Thank You King Perch and reeleyz !!
I was not aware that navionics comes in a app. You guys saved me some money !! Thank You Much!! Hopefully some ice soon!! Take care!!
-
With the navionics phone app, click on the search icon…click on long/lat….. you can scroll up and down on the numbers to chose the waypoint location. Click on show on map… it will show you the location. Click on the point it shows… it will take you to a list of icons/markers page. There, you will chose the icon you’d like to mark the spot for a gas hole. Lots of gas holes are already on the app for Oneida Lake. First, you must open up community edits from the menu page to see them all. They will be red hazard markers. Hope this gets you into the right direction.
Man, I’m jonesing bad for ice!!!🤬🤯
Now I am jonesing too! Thanks KP!! Navionics is the best!!
SeanP
-
i wouldn't know how to use it anyways :(
-
i wouldn't know how to use it anyways :(
I find myself technologically challenged as well. Anybody know where I can find a payphone ?
-
I find myself technologically challenged as well. Anybody know where I can find a payphone ?
The stinkin dill weeds got rid of them. I haven’t seen one (working) in years. Lol
Ice said BRB!!! lol
-
With the navionics phone app, click on the search icon…click on long/lat….. you can scroll up and down on the numbers to chose the waypoint location. Click on show on map… it will show you the location. Click on the point it shows… it will take you to a list of icons/markers page. There, you will chose the icon you’d like to mark the spot for a gas hole. Lots of gas holes are already on the app for Oneida Lake. First, you must open up community edits from the menu page to see them all. They will be red hazard markers. Hope this gets you into the right direction.
Man, I’m jonesing bad for ice!!!🤬🤯
Thanks for clearing that up KP!!!
Might be a while before that ice comes back. The NOAA 8-14 day outlook is not in our favor. :%$#!:
-
I hear ya Reeleyz, couldn't look at my gear any longer and put it back in the attic. Hope there is some ice by the end of the month.
-
https://www.newyorkupstate.com/outdoors/2023/01/anglers-caught-107000-oneida-lake-walleye-in-2022-most-in-over-a-decade.html
-
The NE end actually held it's ice sheet until last night. Ready to take the boat out now though.
So there is no ice on Oneida right now?
-
Thanks for clearing that up KP!!!
Might be a while before that ice comes back. The NOAA 8-14 day outlook is not in our favor. :%$#!:
All of You can blame me for losing the ice we had… I bought a new shack and auger this season. 😁 I knew it would come back to haunt me!!!🤦🏻
If we even get a month out of it… I’m taking that whole month off… the fish will pay!!! They have no clue what will hit them!!!🎣🕳️😁
-
All of You can blame me for losing the ice we had… I bought a new shack and auger this season. 😁 I knew it would come back to haunt me!!!🤦🏻
If we even get a month out of it… I’m taking that whole month off… the fish will pay!!! They have no clue what will hit them!!!🎣🕳️😁
Hey stop it your nose will grow 🤥🤭
-
Damn you Larry......there better be ice when I come home for a week the end of Feb...... ;D
-
So there is no ice on Oneida right now?
none
-
Damn you Larry......there better be ice when I come home for a week the end of Feb...... ;D
Sorry Dennis!! I’m sure there will be ice for you!!!😁
-
Damn you Larry......there better be ice when I come home for a week the end of Feb...... ;D
Don’t worry Dennis we won’t that grinch spoil your up coming visit 👍
-
All of You can blame me for losing the ice we had… I bought a new shack and auger this season. 😁 I knew it would come back to haunt me!!!🤦🏻
If we even get a month out of it… I’m taking that whole month off… the fish will pay!!! They have no clue what will hit them!!!🎣🕳️😁
Its my fault too, I saw people on the lake and gave the sled A tune up. 2 days later the weather went to hell.
-
Don’t worry Dennis we won’t that grinch spoil your up coming visit 👍
😜
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/hz5MqYtw/IMG-20230107-123158661.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hz5MqYtw)
Lewis Point today. Swans are enjoying the weather
-
Love the weather guys trying to sell us on how temps will be seasonable this week. Still looks daytime warm to me. Nuts
-
Love the weather guys trying to sell us on how temps will be seasonable this week. Still looks daytime warm to me. Nuts
Weather guys and I don’t get along!! 🤬
-
Best are the wind forecasts for the lake. 9 out of 10 the report says west wind yet it’s coming out of the NE corner until mid to late morning.
Worms in the driveway few nights ago. Knocking out some spring interior lists now so I’ll be ready to roll.
-
you think the bullheads are biteing????
-
You guys just might see a bass boat, on Oneida, with an ice shanty on the rear deck tomorrow!!! Just saying…..
-
Hey guys... This sucks. I'm a CT native, I have a house booked in Constantia the first weekend in Feb, supposedly to come ice fish. We usually go up north to Maine, but decided to try something different this year... Right now this is looking like not a great decision. I've been holding out hope for a cold snap but the forecast is not giving me much hope that we'll have safe ice by then...ugh.
-
I for one don’t think I can watch one more utube video on icefishing. I hate to say it one more weekend like this and I’m busting back out the open water gear. Might wanna do the same sploke. Fishing the pier or somewhere else is better than not fishing at all. Hey ya never know. Still fairly early in the year. Just need one of them Arctic blasts to dip down for a bit 🤞🤞
-
well she skimmed over last night but given the forecast wont last so this will be the 3rd time she froze over this year and didnt hold
-
well she skimmed over last night but given the forecast wont last so this will be the 3rd time she froze over this year and didnt hold
the old girl is quite the tease! Where me and a couple buddy’s got out last weekend their fish finders were reading between 31-32 degrees. She’s ready to go. I’m sure your right. It wont hold
-
At some point. The ice will show up.
Hopefully soon!
-
No bass boat trip today, one time in 27 years that I helped my wife with our business tax crap. Due to not having ice…..🤯 maybe I’ll grab some black sponge and a steelhead rod. 😁
-
Nothing better than fresh picked black sponge for bait , 👍
-
Nothing better than fresh picked black sponge for bait , 👍
👍🏻
-
we could shoot bunnys
-
we could shoot bunnys
NOO!! Not thumper. 😂🤣😂🤣
-
https://www.google.com/search?q=buills+return+opening+kick+off&ei=_Q68Y-2HL8WmptQPr-qWwA0&ved=0ahUKEwit-v7dxLr8AhVFk4kEHS-1BdgQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=buills+return+opening+kick+off&gs_lcp=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&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:2dc31e79,vid:zs5SHKTOCqo (https://www.google.com/search?q=buills+return+opening+kick+off&ei=_Q68Y-2HL8WmptQPr-qWwA0&ved=0ahUKEwit-v7dxLr8AhVFk4kEHS-1BdgQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=buills+return+opening+kick+off&gs_lcp=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&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:2dc31e79,vid:zs5SHKTOCqo)
THIS IS WHY THERE ISS NO ICE ....THE BUFFALO BILLS ARE RED HOT!!!!!! ;D
-
All of You can blame me for losing the ice we had… I bought a new shack and auger this season. 😁 I knew it would come back to haunt me!!!🤦🏻
If we even get a month out of it… I’m taking that whole month off… the fish will pay!!! They have no clue what will hit them!!!🎣🕳️😁
KP, not your fault, it’s me. I just registered sled and trailer.
That’s usually the kiss of death.
-
KP, not your fault, it’s me. I just registered sled and trailer.
That’s usually the kiss of death.
Lol!😁
-
getting a sled registered is a rip in NYS if you just use it for fishing,,,,100bucks for one year and alot of the money goes to the trails that if just fish u never use...
-
getting a sled registered is a rip in NYS if you just use it for fishing,,,,100bucks for one year and alot of the money goes to the trails that if just fish u never use...
Throughly agree!
You can save $25 if you join a snowmobile club first but what sense does that make for someone who just uses the sled on a lake and never uses a trail???
They should make the registration fee the same as an ATV (or less since you only use the snowmobile for a couple of months) and then require a separate sticker for those wanting to ride a trail.
That would be the logical and fair way to do it but will never happen due to the strong NYSSA snowmobile association that would lobby to oppose losing that free money.
-
All they have to do to separate the 2 is have different colored stickers , but again
This doesn’t surprise me how NY works , home to the empress of eye brows 😃
-
well she appears to be mostly wide open again .....
-
Are we talking about the governors eyebrows or the lake…?
-
Lmao! Got a good chuckle out of that one
-
Yeah me too
-
Are we talking about the governors eyebrows or the lake…?
Subject came up about snowmobile registrations , trail VS ice
So the answer is yes to both as the brows run the state 😜
-
All they have to do to separate the 2 is have different colored stickers , but again
This doesn’t surprise me how NY works , home to the empress of eye brows 😃
Filet this is illogical. Would be nearly impossible to enforce. Be careful what you wish for if NYS had to do something this complicated it would be so involved (environmental studies, etc. etc.}, the stickers would end up costing you $500 each! ;)
-
Filet this is illogical. Would be nearly impossible to enforce. Be careful what you wish for if NYS had to do something this complicated it would be so involved (environmental studies, etc. etc.}, the stickers would end up costing you $500 each! ;)
With different colored stickers really ? police seem to spot stickers on cars while moving , they change the color of your hunting and fishing license every year don’t they , and they manage to see a 1” sticker on a trailer , a bud just got a ticket for that 😉
-
i think it would be a good idea but what the state will tell you registration is registration period it is for off your property use ...belonging to a club merely gives you a discount ......... ithink a lake only registration would be great but they will never do it
-
Your probably right trapp they would rather waste millions on studies for the I 81 project 😉
-
Throughly agree!
You can save $25 if you join a snowmobile club first but what sense does that make for someone who just uses the sled on a lake and never uses a trail???
They should make the registration fee the same as an ATV (or less since you only use the snowmobile for a couple of months) and then require a separate sticker for those wanting to ride a trail.
That would be the logical and fair way to do it but will never happen due to the strong NYSSA snowmobile association that would lobby to oppose losing that free money.
There was a bill for non trail registration for $ 25 but it got sent to transportation and has never been herd of since. That was about 10 years ago. If you research the bills I think you can find it.
-
Thanks Joe
My memory isn’t so good so I asked the wife who worked for the state said it was brought up but disappeared , don’t you remember b***hing about it guess not lol
-
not sure if its still this way but getting the ticket use to be cheaper then getting it registered
-
not sure if its still this way but getting the ticket use to be cheaper then getting it registered
A friend got a ticket for unregistered sled
And no insurance, 200 plus court cost
-
That is true Joe. Transportation filed that bill in the garbage pail. I've been writing to my congresspersons for 20 years about sportsman and vintage regies, my sister was pres of NYSSA. The state and NYSSA like the $ and won't change.
-
Lots of fodder here for discussion. problem is, in most cases you can't just backup to the ice and unload. you will end up driving your sled down some town road or trail of some type to get to the ice and guess what gotcha sounds like a great idea but it will never fly and this is just one of the reasons I won't own a sled I'll go by foot or use my 4x4 occasionally They haven't gotten nuts about them yet
-
I fish several bodies of water in 3 counties and all have places to unload and access the water some have several , I must be lucky , 😉
-
Any clubs willing to give limited ice use fee structure so guys that only use sleds on ice still get the registration discount but pay less in club fees?
What are the typical club dues?
I'm in a business group that gives individuals the ability to join at a reduced rate with limited benefits compared to full price businesses where the rates are based on gross sales.
-
Any clubs willing to give limited ice use fee structure so guys that only use sleds on ice still get the registration discount but pay less in club fees?
What are the typical club dues?
I'm in a business group that gives individuals the ability to join at a reduced rate with limited benefits compared to full price businesses where the rates are based on gross sales.
The local snowmobile club here is $30 a year.
-
You save 25$ if you belong to a club
-
Lots of clubs are only$30..
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RgXSB4n/5-B9-CE8-E7-94-AD-4-A26-A70-A-0-D073599-F333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RgXSB4n)
-
sux with no ice lol
-
this weather/forecast is terrible
-
There were Guys out on Oneida today
-
well all i can see is open water and whitecaps where i am
-
There were Guys are out on Oneida today
In the boat?
-
In the boat?
No,
-
My buds know I can’t go for a bit so they send me pics like this , I hope I can return the favor 😃 before anyone asks I don’t give out someone else’s spots 🤐
(https://i.postimg.cc/xXmQndvn/A2-A0-BA4-C-B6-E1-4-DFA-BC43-C4997-A7-EA036.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xXmQndvn)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JyWLnWxJ/CCF9-CE3-A-CD3-B-4465-A572-64-B0-B5-FB7373.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JyWLnWxJ)
-
My buds know I can’t go for a bit so they send me pics like this , I hope I can return the favor 😃 before anyone asks I don’t give out someone else’s spots 🤐
(https://i.postimg.cc/xXmQndvn/A2-A0-BA4-C-B6-E1-4-DFA-BC43-C4997-A7-EA036.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xXmQndvn)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JyWLnWxJ/CCF9-CE3-A-CD3-B-4465-A572-64-B0-B5-FB7373.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JyWLnWxJ)
Beautiful load. Gotta be 3/4 guys haul there.
-
Someone got a good paycheck that day…. ::)
-
Someone got a good paycheck that day…. ::)
none of us sell fish.................. ...................... ............much
-
Someone got a good paycheck that day…. ::)
I didn’t say nothing bout selling. :wacko: :whistle: :wacko: :whistle:
I did think tho. Lol
-
Someone got a good paycheck that day…. ::)
2 trips and craps can’t be sold
Far as filleting that’s not many fish to do
-
Here is 1 from today , they like to torture me , pay backs are a beach lol
My other bud had a drift boat trip for steelhead, I’m sure he will send pics if his sports if they can get land them
(https://i.postimg.cc/SJcJZyWs/CE98346-C-4-FDC-4-A46-AF69-367-F75-F76-F19.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SJcJZyWs)
-
That pile of perch looks like a lot of fish to clean If they are not selling them they're nuts !
-
That pile of perch looks like a lot of fish to clean If they are not selling them they're nuts !
hahahaha - I agree - anything more than 12 is too many for me to clean.
-
That pile of perch looks like a lot of fish to clean If they are not selling them they're nuts !
I and my bud had a guy late last fall that sells fish to restaurants gave us a call to clean up some fish between 5-6 hours we did 360#s ,if I get a good catch I’ll sell some fish off to cover bait ,gas , lunch and some tackle if need be , Oneida perch never go to market
I give away fish to older friends , that don’t fish anymore, plus the wife has some widowed friends that still enjoy a few meals
-
Here is 1 from today , they like to torture me , pay backs are a beach lol
My other bud had a drift boat trip for steelhead, I’m sure he will send pics if his sports if they can get land them
(https://i.postimg.cc/SJcJZyWs/CE98346-C-4-FDC-4-A46-AF69-367-F75-F76-F19.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SJcJZyWs)
Mikey has it coming!!😈
-
Little turd is up on the goon and I by 2 walleyes so far lol
-
Yep…. He’s got it coming to him!!😂
-
froze over again, doubt it will hold rain and warmer tempts coming tuesday
-
And now the other 1 is teasing me about a 8#s ,steelhead,
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZR05qdL/0-B87052-E-D3-AA-4-D4-C-8-A71-BCD01-BE7-DF13.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZR05qdL)
-
Well some dude managed to find a way on off the beach. Hope he limits out…. and gets off. I’m feeling optimistic bout the next couple weeks. Whole lake might not be good but I think there will be more walking options soon
-
I hope your right Iceman , let’s think positive
-
And now the other 1 is teasing me about a 8#s ,steelhead,
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZR05qdL/0-B87052-E-D3-AA-4-D4-C-8-A71-BCD01-BE7-DF13.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZR05qdL)
You’ve got your hands full, with paybacks, with those two goons!!😁
-
Can you still walk off Borios
-
Not sure its owned by new people and its not open as buisness / resturant so i wouldnt think so...
-
Thanks Oneida1. Didn't realize it wasn't a restaurant anymore
-
Found a spot to get out today. Ice was sketchy and there are some good size open holes and thin ice where cracks pulled apart and refroze. I fished on 3.5 inches. The ice actually sunk after I sat there for the morning causing about 2 inches of water to pond where my shanty was sitting. I did have some decent action and it was nice to get out.
-
Glad you got Matt , 🎣
-
Glad you got Matt , 🎣
X2. He must have had so many fish in his bucket he sunk the ice! :woot:
-
Good work, Matt!
-
My daughter and I got out this morning (not on Oneida) to try out my new 1 man flip shanty. Fit us both way better than my last one and caught a handful of nice smallmouths. I know a lot of people aren’t able to find ice yet so I included a pic to help with the itch.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zyXTDFHd/10-F2-DFE4-880-F-48-AF-AAD8-25-A8419-FB3-FA.png) (https://postimg.cc/zyXTDFHd)
-
Was able to get on some 10-12” perch today. 3-4 inches and some open water spots….hopefully it builds enough at night to handle these daytime highs coming up
-
Welcome to the site Jiggysmalls
-
Found a spot to get out today. Ice was sketchy and there are some good size open holes and thin ice where cracks pulled apart and refroze. I fished on 3.5 inches. The ice actually sunk after I sat there for the morning causing about 2 inches of water to pond where my shanty was sitting. I did have some decent action and it was nice to get out.
soft spongey ice ugh god you made it off safe
-
soft spongey ice ugh god you made it off safe
Last week’s rain weakened the ice quite a bit.
-
I heard lewis pt was locked up but not sure in thickness.... any imput?
-
If they’re fishing it you won’t find out until the bite stops
-
My input is I’m finally liking the extended forecast!
-
The NOAA 8-14 at least shows normal temps for the end of the month. Maybe we’ll get a good push of cold after that. Hopefully we can dodge any big snow too.
-
not holding my breath but fingers crossed think this 4th or 5th time i could see no open water
-
There’s a few guys here and there on the lake. The ice conditions are too erratic for anyone to, want to post, to give advice on early conditions. Most seasoned anglers on here won’t give that info… not that we don’t want to… we won’t. Slamboney, a seasoned angler, posted yesterday on his outing. He only fished a few hours due to ice conditions getting bad. Best advice I can give is wait for solid reports. I for one, am still waiting impatiently for safe ice on Oneida….my annual prediction of safe ice conditions is drawing near the deadline. Meanwhile, I’ll go north a ways…. Be smart, be safe!!😎
-
Got the wife home from a 2.5 week Stretch at the hospital , she’s on the mend , then I buggered my shoulder
Now I’m grounded due to a GD cortisone shoulder flare for a couple more days , those fish better not have an appetite as I have a lot of fish to make up as my buds are killing me
Lmao
For the guys out be careful and post pics
-
Glad to hear that the wife is home, hope she is doing OK....h2l
-
I’m happy to hear that the Mrs is doing better Freddie!!😎
Your buds need a head start anyway… you’ll catch up. Get healed up bud!
-
Best wishes to your wife Fillet and hope you can get in the game again soon…good luck Sir! :thumbsup:
-
Thinking of getting a snowmobile for just icefishing. Never owned a snowmobile before. Does anyone know the best one to use for icefishing?
-
Thinking of getting a snowmobile for just icefishing. Never owned a snowmobile before. Does anyone know the best one to use for icefishing?
I’ve always ran fan cooled sleds. Liquid cooled sleds need snow to help keep them from overheating. Lightly studded track and good carbides on the skis. On the trips where there is ice and no snow, chances of heating up the sliders in the suspension can happen. A squirt bottle of lube is carried to help the sliders from sticking to the metal clips on the track. Taking your time and running slower speeds always helps. The fish don’t care how fast you get there.😁
-
Glad Mrs Filet is home and doing better Fred.
-
Thinking of getting a snowmobile for just icefishing. Never owned a snowmobile before. Does anyone know the best one to use for icefishing?
I would have to agree with kingperch and and a good reason my opinion is a fan cooled sled is 80-100# lighter on average than the comparable liquid cooled.
Other than fan cooled a cheap one would be next to my list.
I believe the Polaris sport series (lxt) has the fan cooled sled not sure if the adventure series of the newer stuff offers it or not. Sport series is from back early/mid 2000s. Lxt/adventure is the modern. Not sure what they were labeled as in between. 550cc motor common
Skidoo used to have a good setup skandic, but stopped putting their 550f motor in that. Not sure if they still have the fan motors but the skandic is a great sled if you can find one. The older sleds they had a 500f 380f others too. Not to sure on other models of skidoo.
Best luck
Perchin
-
F&R, wishing your wife a speedy recovery.
-
F&R, wishing your wife a speedy recovery.
X2
And I almost feel bad for the fish when your shoulder heals up Fred!
-
I would have to agree with kingperch and and a good reason my opinion is a fan cooled sled is 80-100# lighter on average than the comparable liquid cooled.
Other than fan cooled a cheap one would be next to my list.
I believe the Polaris sport series (lxt) has the fan cooled sled not sure if the adventure series of the newer stuff offers it or not. Sport series is from back early/mid 2000s. Lxt/adventure is the modern. Not sure what they were labeled as in between. 550cc motor common
Skidoo used to have a good setup skandic, but stopped putting their 550f motor in that. Not sure if they still have the fan motors but the skandic is a great sled if you can find one. The older sleds they had a 500f 380f others too. Not to sure on other models of skidoo.
Best luck
Perchin
I have a 2015 Polaris Indy LXT 550 fan cooled with a 2 up seat. Perfect machine for the ice and it was one of the cheaper sleds with a 2 up seat and rack back then.
-
Icefishermanny...
Have you checked out a Snowdog? Lots of vids on YouTube.
I am a lifetime family snowmobiler - I've owned single and touring - liquid and fan...and I loved every one of them.
I "aged out" of the sport a few years back - and sold everything - lock stock and barrel and I dove headfirst into an old love of mine - ice fishing.
I quickly discovered I needed a machine as I tend to fish larger bodies of water.
At first - I lamented the fact that I sold my sled(s) and trailer...but I'm at a stage where I'm trying to simplify and de-clutter.
Then I discovered the Snowdog.
No insurance - No registration. Bonus!
And because you can haul them around in a truck or minivan (or do what I do and use a receiver hitch hauler). This also means - no trailer - no insurance and no inspection (or maintenance) on trailer either. Double Bonus.
Stores very easily in small spaces indoors or in a shed. Very Compact and light.
They do a great job towing. Want evidence? Midwest guide services use them to haul multiple customers and all their gear out onto Large Lakes like Lake of the Woods in Minnesota.
They have smaller (compact) and larger models...10 HP or (like mine) 13.5 HP with 420 CC - fan cooled, low maintenance, easy (electric) start with throttle and brake assembly...they even have a headlight.
Last year - you could NOT find one - they sold out. This year they have better availability.
They are overall 2/3 less (new) than a snowmobile and only weigh about 330#
Check them out...and if that doesn't work - contact me at end of season as we're retiring and moving south.
~Arkangel
-
Arkangel I appreciate the post on the snow dog. I actually tried to buy one by me at a dealer and they gave me the run around so I was looking for a snowmobile now for fishing. Another closer dealer is far away and I wasn’t driving just to get the run around again. Appreciate the snowdog recommendation tho!
-
I figured the ice wasnt good or sketchy at best . Ill wait some more. Thank u
-
They're fishing out of Sylvian Beach.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FdCJ9Pkt/Screenshot-20230118-093400.png) (https://postimg.cc/FdCJ9Pkt)
-
Thanks all for the well wishes everyone
-
I would have to agree with kingperch and and a good reason my opinion is a fan cooled sled is 80-100# lighter on average than the comparable liquid cooled.
Other than fan cooled a cheap one would be next to my list.
I believe the Polaris sport series (lxt) has the fan cooled sled not sure if the adventure series of the newer stuff offers it or not. Sport series is from back early/mid 2000s. Lxt/adventure is the modern. Not sure what they were labeled as in between. 550cc motor common
Skidoo used to have a good setup skandic, but stopped putting their 550f motor in that. Not sure if they still have the fan motors but the skandic is a great sled if you can find one. The older sleds they had a 500f 380f others too. Not to sure on other models of skidoo.
Best luck
Perchin
I have the skidoo mxz 380f. Nice light machine that does a good job of towing.
Filetandrelease has the 550 tundra. Maybe he could chime in with some info on it.
-
I’m pleased with my old tundra 550 fan cool lots of power , I bought it strictly for ice fishing , what ever brand or model, I suggest a long track sled , go easy and lube you clips , I got 10 years out of my first set of rails and I run bare ice
Lots of guys are buying sno dogs , cheaper and no lube needed not fast but get you out and back
-
Thinking of getting a snowmobile for just icefishing. Never owned a snowmobile before. Does anyone know the best one to use for icefishing?
yes your friends
-
F& R glad the wife is home, hope for speedy recovery.
-
Thinking of getting a snowmobile for just icefishing. Never owned a snowmobile before. Does anyone know the best one to use for icefishing?
. Whatever you get i’d suggest it has reverse and if possible, electric start. The reverse will save you back from lugging off the trailer, getting unstuck, and missing a trail and having to back up.
-
. Whatever you get i’d suggest it has reverse and if possible, electric start. The reverse will save you back from lugging off the trailer, getting unstuck, and missing a trail and having to back up.
X2 on reverse, I love it!!!
-
Got the wife home from a 2.5 week Stretch at the hospital , she’s on the mend , then I buggered my shoulder
Now I’m grounded due to a GD cortisone shoulder flare for a couple more days , those fish better not have an appetite as I have a lot of fish to make up as my buds are killing me
Lmao
For the guys out be careful and post pics
My best to your wife and your shoulder!!
SeanP
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/xcp0GkkX/IMG-20230118-164447221.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcp0GkkX)
Finally got home before dark, this is Lewis Point, decide for yourself. Hope things are going well F&R. I use a 03 ski Doo 550 fan. Studs, electric start and rev, great sled.
-
Looks rough
-
X2 on reverse, I love it!!!
x3….
-
was starting to see some open water again today at sunset...ugh
-
it's green outside .....i'm thinking about taking up golf
-
it's green outside .....i'm thinking about taking up golf
Shame on you
(https://i.postimg.cc/LYqCXTFZ/D0-C49894-86-F2-40-BA-9-E76-0-F141581853-B.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYqCXTFZ)
-
:)
-
Extended forecast is looking better and better for last few days of January and start of Feb.
-
on the last few frames of the chapman cam does it look like the ice is moving to anybody else?
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300
-
It does appear to be moving! Yikes
-
There is a shack out there
-
There is a shack out there
Crazy *****! There ain't a fish in that lake worth that much!!
-
Crazy *****! There ain't a fish in that lake worth that much!!
I agree but of course the older I get the smaller they seem to be 😜
-
He must have had to bring an extra jet sled out with him to bring his giant balls in! Still one guy left out off the beach too. Hope they put fresh rain x on there shacks last fall
-
balls the size of water mellons or brains the size on peas.......
-
Probably both. Usually comes as a package. Although I can’t say I blame him much at this point
-
at the end someone joined him .......
-
As I’m sure you know it’s a weird body of water. I fished 21 fow New Year’s Eve on 7” of good ice in north bay and as of Monday you couldn’t get 80 yards from shore. Who knows they could be on a foot of shelf ice. I’m heading north Saturday… I think Sunday I’ll do some poking around on oneida see what I can find. Either way next weekend is looking a lot more favorable………..finally
-
As I’m sure you know it’s a weird body of water. I fished 21 fow New Year’s Eve on 7” of good ice in north bay and as of Monday you couldn’t get 80 yards from shore. Who knows they could be on a foot of shelf ice. I’m heading north Saturday… I think Sunday I’ll do some poking around on oneida see what I can find. Either way next weekend is looking a lot more favorable………..finally
Hope you get a magnum up there!
-
Well lake opened up last night 1st 100yrds of shore held, then i can see ice about 3 miles to the east other that wide open again......
-
Sheesh, I do enjoy ice fishing and get antsy about getting out, but I can wait another week or so. It should lock right up after today and then the weather looks real good for next week to build ice.
-
. Whatever you get i’d suggest it has reverse and if possible, electric start. The reverse will save you back from lugging off the trailer, getting unstuck, and missing a trail and having to back up.
I concur on the electric start and reverse as I have neither.
Get a long track like a Skidoo Tundra if you can find one.
Fan cool is best as many times there is no snow on the ice.
Carbides for skis for better control on bare ice.
-
I'm newer to ice fishing, probably 6-7 years now, and I walk. But how often are people with ATVs regretting not having a sled out there? Based on my experience, I don't really remember many days where I didn't see ATVs out there. I'd love to have one of each, but that's a lot of coin to justify for occasional use. I could get into snowmobile trail riding, but I have too many hobbies as it is to add one more timesuck.
-
Honestly I’ve been walking since I started in 1994 and most of the time am fine with it. Oneida is one lake where some areas are a mile walk so I avoid those hotspots and have found enough within 1/2- 3/4 mile walk to not jump on buying/ storing a sled for 2 months of use. I definitely recommend building a smitty sled that I just built last year, game changer for walkers unless snow is over 8” deep.
-
At 66 I do a lot of walking , but when the snow and slush monster shows up I take my old tundra out , reverse is an absolute plus ,but no electric start , last year I only used it for a week but was worth it to me
Sno dogs seem to be the new ticket
-
2 shacks off the beach
-
probablly the same two shacks that were off chapmans yesterday .... told ya the ice was moving :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
probablly the same two shacks that were off chapmans yesterday .... told ya the ice was moving :roflmao: :roflmao:
hahahaha Maybe they are trolling ?? ;D ;D
-
i know the other day i seen 5 inches of black ice today was open water .....it's not just the temp it's the run off and rising water
-
trap ur right the water came up and a slight wind i planned on going out today and it was wind open where there 4in of of yesterday
-
The 2 big factors fishing big water early or late ice , possible run off and wind direction
In the past I have switched shores do to wind , but that’s just me and be cautious spud and picks are a must in my book as things can change quickly that’s just observing for 50 years without a chaperone
Be safe and enjoy a great sport
just an ol buzzards .02 ,
-
What parts of Oneida lake have visible open water?
-
not sure about west end but from soth shore lunch east is pretty much open
-
check out the sylvan beach web cam ........ i have not been there i have not checked the ice and this is in no way a ice report ......pleace note trapper is not there !!!!! oneida looks like chamnans opened up hours after the two ice shantys were out there
-
I was informed yesterday that the north shore had lots of open water. A friend did a north shore tour…..
-
I see open water on the Chapman Park and North Shore cams, and several portable shanties out of Sylvan Beach with what appears to be open water just beyond where they are. Sure hope the winds stay calm, as wave action from strong winds can easily destroy 4 inch thick ice. I know they may have float suits but getting back to shore with broken ice would be extremely difficult. Additionally, rescue personnel would find it challenging to get to them and put rescue persons at major risk. Sure hope nothing happens, causing the government to create some sort of new restrictions/laws for ice fishing. I hate to hear of anyone drowning because they went through the ice.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/NKw5rgyL/IMG-20230121-140638543.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NKw5rgyL)
Lewis Point today. Glad you weren't out there Trap we all know how crazy you are. Them fellas at the beach are in close, can't be very deep.
-
Fished Big Bay yesterday the 20th Good 4-5" depending how far out I got there late, maybe 11 am Had a real good bite for 2 hrs then they were real picky but fairly steady for the afternoon Plans were to fish today but the Mrs had other plans for me Back home now I'll be doing a crappie trip in the AM
-
Just went to cleveland and back, wide open for the most part. Like 8 shanties in front of Winns point, they are fishing 100 yards from open water. To each their own I guess.
-
Anyone have a report from Williams park?
-
First time on the ice this season
And I was blessed with a limit of perch that were 9-12” and 3 plump eyes
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1VmGZDr/486-C6-C52-736-A-4-DED-96-EC-EE86-F0-E4-F5-F2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1VmGZDr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mtLLVprM/65-ADEFB0-8361-40-E8-9802-51-A4-E4-AB1-E83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mtLLVprM)
-
First time on the ice this season
And I was blessed with a limit of perch that were 9-12” and 3 plump eyes
(https://i.postimg.cc/K1VmGZDr/486-C6-C52-736-A-4-DED-96-EC-EE86-F0-E4-F5-F2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1VmGZDr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mtLLVprM/65-ADEFB0-8361-40-E8-9802-51-A4-E4-AB1-E83.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mtLLVprM)
Showoff!!😜 good work bud!!
-
Anyone have a report from Williams park?
Had a lot of water on top of the ice at 7am this morning..bring mucks or you will have wet feet. I fished Briggs for a couple hours, managed to catch 5 more strippers to add to Chaumont catch..tje lake looks to be in ruff shape. Going to freeze on evenly now..
-
Thanks hrdcore. Think I’ll wait a little longer, gonna head to chaumont this weekend instead
-
Great work Fred!
-
good job ole boy :thumbsup:
-
Just got a pic from my bud I fished with today
(https://i.postimg.cc/3ypGTrDz/2-AFDC8-F3-42-DE-4-B84-BFA3-380061566997.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3ypGTrDz)
-
nice catch ,,,,
-
Very impressive catch. Good job.
-
Nice catch.
-
Wow! You sure made up for lost time in a hurry. Congrats
-
well what i found on short drive today shore line is poor where there is ice , snow on top cant see weak or bad areas and from mid lake east is wide open.....
-
Thanks even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while , but I can’t take credit for finding them as my bud got a 2 hr head start
Thanks for the report Oneida 1
-
Guys extended forecast looks very promising February looks cold 👍 pray we don’t get a ton of snow
-
lets hope, i think she froze over 6 or 7 times now only to break up,
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7Z9Yjpr/IMG-20230125-123732739.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7Z9Yjpr)
Not a great picture but the dark grey is open water. I think the point is going to be a while.
-
Two guys just came off . This is the second guy..
(https://i.postimg.cc/64fwgkmq/318-ABD1-B-63-EB-4-E58-9-B81-2556-AB77-E69-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64fwgkmq)
-
Watched 5 work their way out this morning :o
-
East wind is supposed to pick up this afternoon. sheets that aren't glued to shore will be moving.
-
lot of open water ....someone could go for a ride
-
Just got back from Syracuse west open for 1/4 mile snowing and blowing
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/bd7XSZfq/Screenshot-20230125-160821-2.png) (https://postimg.cc/bd7XSZfq)
I drove the whole lake on Monday coming home from Chaumont. The red line represented open water from my prospective..I also got to fish Briggs bag for an hour or so and did well on perch.. Ice was 4" there with open pockets of water around. Only went out 1/4 mile.
-
I drove down south shore today. Open water from Muskrat bay to Long point. Lots of wet areas before the open water. We need extreme cold!!!
-
i don't see much ice making weather coming
-
Got the wife home from a 2.5 week Stretch at the hospital , she’s on the mend , then I buggered my shoulder
Now I’m grounded due to a GD cortisone shoulder flare for a couple more days , those fish better not have an appetite as I have a lot of fish to make up as my buds are killing me
Lmao
For the guys out be careful and post pics
Sorry to hear about your wife and shoulder F/R I see guys are getting um. I need to make a pilgrimage to Oneida lake soon. Hopefully I'll be able to after the first of February
-
Thanks Yotecatcher , if we don’t get a lot of snow we should get a crack at them , this is what I’m looking at
(https://i.postimg.cc/z3pLQxWR/0-EDB88-FB-E7-D1-43-B3-9456-F377-B05851-D0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3pLQxWR)
-
Thanks F/R I'm liking those night time Temps. Maybe next week I'll take a drive. I wad up there in the beginning of the month and had coffee on the beach with my girlfriend
(https://i.postimg.cc/R6LG9N0X/20230110-082509.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R6LG9N0X) she loved going there in the summer time
-
What are my chances of fishing big bay this weekend lol just looking to catch some panfish!
-
4 huts off the beach
-
Let's hope it stays cold
-
Wind shifting to west at 20 mph. People on ice of sylvan beach. If there is open water out there, I would think that ice would be buckling and popping.
-
I was planning on big bay again tomorrow but I heard it might have just blown open. Can anyone verify if I can still get on . It’s a 2 hr drive for me.thanks.
-
heard the same thing did not see it for myself
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/DWJ9YY0q/Screenshot-20230126-121307.png) (https://postimg.cc/DWJ9YY0q)
Here's your answer about big bay..
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/bdrHsNZF/IMG-20230126-120744642.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bdrHsNZF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mn2yP7dh/IMG-20230126-120623911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mn2yP7dh)
If you're heading to Lewis Point might want to bring some waders or a boat
-
Nobody at the beach now
-
I just saw a picture taken a half hour ago at the access that made it look ok with a few tents out. Hard to figure who is right
-
i remember a few years back onieda and i both reported that chapman park was open water we both had just left there we were called liars in here thats why i WON"T give a report ...... guess you'll have to drive the 2 hours ......sorry
-
There was nobody at the beach according to the webcam at 1:11 when I posted or they came between those times , people come and go all the time
-
Maybe they were UFO’s
Unidentified Fishing Objects
-
lol i recall that trap and i can see chapman out my window
-
lol i recall that trap and i can see chapman out my window
I remember that , also remember a helicopter giving directions to a guy on a wheeler after the ice shifted and he couldn’t get back to where launched
-
Real shame about this winter so far. Lots and lots of businesses are losing a bunch of money not to mention all the fun that we're not having.
-
Thanks for bringing me back to a reality “62”. I feel bad for the local businesses. My bait store seems lonely lately. He will be fine but others are going to take a hit. Usually the shelves of ice fishing gear are pretty much picked over by this time. Not this year. I had a big selection of stuff to throw money away at yesterday in at Runnings.
-
Alright I give up you can all blame the no ice on me I bought a new pop up shelter last year at the end of the season when they were on sale. ::)
-
Not sure what yet, but I'm going to go buy something expensive this weekend to try to change this Karma
-
Not sure what yet, but I'm going to go buy something expensive this weekend to try to change this Karma
I suggest you buy a boat and plan to open water fish next week. That’ll get the job done!
-
Guys fishing off the beach, anyone have a ice report? Would be much appreciated
-
Until Oneida locks back up I’ll ice fish else where 👍
-
It's locked in front of me this morning, which is a heck of a lot better than looking at waves, but not even close to fishable.
-
I know a few of us have had the beach ice move west and then a day later push back to the east to hop on for a quick hit watching the wind direction the entire time. Remember a friend calling me after he noticed his flasher acting weird only to realize he was moving west. A bunch "self-rescued" with a cold wet walk back off the ice sheet and even cut a few chunks and floated sleds and gear in. Being on or off Oneida can change with short notice but can change really fast in a bad way too. Just one of those years that you're better off finding alternative spots and get your boat ready for when it really opens up in March by the looks of the weather patterns. Cold nights coming it looks but who really knows until we are a few days closer.
-
I suggest you buy a boat and plan to open water fish next week. That’ll get the job done!
Heck, I've been thinking about taking the kayak out this weekend to pick up a limit. At least I won't have to deal with jet skis and boats towing knee boarders.
-
Looks like Sylvan has good enough ice for some shallow pan fishing…hope so
-
Guys fishing off the beach, anyone have a ice report? Would be much appreciated
i got a better idea you walk out and come back and give us a report ..... much appreciated
-
Just because there are guys on the ice doesn’t mean it’s safe , everyone has their own comfort level
My understanding it was rolling ice yesterday or the day before
-
To many dead already this season
-
i got a better idea you walk out and come back and give us a report ..... much appreciated
Grow up pal. It's a ice fishing forum. Where people report. I've reported before it works both ways. If u have a problem with that get off this website
-
Grow up pal. It's a ice fishing forum. Where people report. I've reported before it works both ways. If u have a problem with that get off this website
Oh man you just poked the hornets nest. He's going to tell you how stupid you are and that he had 900+ years experience that he isn't taking anyones word for anything
-
Oh man you just poked the hornets nest. He's going to tell you how stupid you are and that he had 900+ years experience that he isn't taking anyones word for anything
I seen people on the Sylvan cam. I asked about conditions on a ice forum. I live two hours away. If I was at the lake I would give a update or a report. I check ice no matter what someone tells me. Guys a degenerate ass clown.
-
trap has over 8000 post looks like u got 23 think hes reported ice conditions a bit more and hes just having fun,,,, hopefully ice will be here soon nothing on oneida is good as of now as far as ice goes
-
Read post 8259 , your right Oneida 1 cold weather is in the forecast 🤞let’s hope it makes for safer conditions
-
I seen people on the Sylvan cam. I asked about conditions on a ice forum. I live two hours away. If I was at the lake I would give a update or a report. I check ice no matter what someone tells me. Guys a degenerate ass clown.
Obviously you have no idea about Oneida. It’s a very dangerous lake when the whole thing isn’t locked up.
I agree with trap go find out for yourself. I’ve done it and I’m 1 hr40 min out.
Bad year bad/no ice no one giving reports. Gotta look ourselves.
Best luck guy
-
Gonna be another windy one today. Be willing to bet it opens her right back up what little ice had formed… back to the little lakes
-
I seen people on the Sylvan cam. I asked about conditions on a ice forum. I live two hours away. If I was at the lake I would give a update or a report. I check ice no matter what someone tells me. Guys a degenerate ass clown.
People on here have given honest, truthful ice conditions, then been ridiculed or called a liar by the same people that ask because they look at a cam and don't believe them ....so why should he (or anyone) bother ....Everyone has been reporting that parts of the lake are still wide open .... if you know Oneida then you know that a simple wind shift can make "safe" ice dangerous ice in a matter of minutes. If you look at the cam and see ice, and you hear other people say parts of the lake are open - that is your answer - what is it you want ?? Make the ride and let us know what you find....or not ....
-
And…. It starts!!!😂 Every year!!!🤦🏻
-
I'll get the popcorn 😂
-
I'll get the popcorn 😂
Just make sure you have enough for the whole class lmao
-
If someone does not believe part of the lake remains open, just look at the Chapman Park webcamhttps://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300 (https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300). All you see is open water. I drove around part of the lake Tuesday thinking I may be able to fish. Saw a few people fishing Lower South Bay near open water. Checked Williams park, ice was not good there for access. It appeared the fishermen accessed the area from the Yacht Club. I am not a member and the fishing looked limited there to me. Checked Phillips Point, nobody there as the ice was broken up with patches of open water. Went further down the north shore and everywhere I looked, either broke up ice with patches or open water, (Taft Bay, Bernhard Bay, Cleveland, Godfrey Point and Jewell). Ya, I could have gone to Sylvan Beach, but with the project wind I was concerned that what ever ice was there could shift and leave me stranded on the ice. Look at the Sylvan Beach cam when i got home and when the wind increased, everyone exited the ice quickly. Believe what you want, but I agree fishing Oneida Lake with open water can be dangerous.
-
Guys fishing off the beach, anyone have a ice report? Would be much appreciated
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300
Use the link here - Chapman looking north. Lewis point to your right. South launch to your left. Pretty much open today. Waves a rolling two days ago. Stay on top.
-
If your not a member of the yacht club you risk getting towed and they aren’t joking
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJhs8RJt/IMG-20230128-105159383.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJhs8RJt)
I probably should go out and do an ice check for the out of towners, that's my responsibility right. Stay tuned!
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJhs8RJt/IMG-20230128-105159383.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJhs8RJt)
I probably should go out and do an ice check for the out of towners, that's my responsibility right. Stay tuned!
Please do. And while your out could you find out what bait the good eaters want and what color they are going after best.
O yea could you also catch my 5 limit and put it on a stringer for me. Lol
-
Could you please fillet mine out , I think I can manage to cook them
Thanks XC600 your the man
Ps perch between 9-12” and eyes 16-18” will do 😉
-
While you’re at it XC 600, 12 perch for me and 3 walleye will do…I don’t wanna be greedy! 😁
-
I’d give my left…. you know what….to smash a bucket of perch right now!!! It’ll be here soon….😈🎣
-
1/16" of good black ice covered by 1/2" white ice out to the anchor ice flow. Few large open gas holes. Shad raps trolled at 1.5 mph was the ticket. Managed 4 limits of perch and eyes. The fillets are in a cooler at Lewis Point parking lot, Get em while you can won't last long.
-
Thanks your the best , I stopped and got my share , I’m giving them another rinse
some for the pan and for the freezer
(https://i.postimg.cc/874dcdL3/237-E950-C-5-C06-4-CDF-BFCB-6-E17-A64947-EC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/874dcdL3)
-
Sorry I forgot the cocktail sauce. :tipup:
-
Sorry I forgot the cocktail sauce. :tipup:
That’s ok but your homemade is awesome maybe next time , I’m just glad to get some fish
-
I just picked up my share! 😁 I left some for BeenPerchin!! no cocktail sauce needed. 😁
-
just had a fresh perch dinner saved a few walleyes for my brother ......now sitting back enjoying a cold yuengling and some cheese and crackers......debating perch tomorrow or steelies ;D life is good....... larry did you use those decoys yet???? hey whats the chain on them for????
-
And…. It starts!!!😂 Every year!!!🤦🏻
and somehow i feel responceable :roflmao: :roflmao: fish one!!!!!
-
just had a fresh perch dinner saved a few walleyes for my brother ......now sitting back enjoying a cold yuengling and some cheese and crackers......debating perch tomorrow or steelies ;D life is good....... larry did you use those decoys yet???? hey whats the chain on them for????
Trap, yes, I’ve used them. Thanks again!! Caught 4 big bass on them yesterday. 😁 That chain adds a little chatter and a natural kind of attraction to the lure when jigged. I see them doing a number on the perch and walleye…. When I get a chance to get on some good ice. Headed north on Monday.
-
some forecasts are showing -8 for friday the 2/3/23....hope its true
-
i know it sounds bad but i'm hoping it doesn't get that cold i want the river to stay open now
-
KP the perch I caught last Monday 95% of them came on the decoy including the 3 eyes I took the chains off but I saved them
The other 5% came on a no 3 rap
I really like how far the decoys can be drifted where most can’t ,
-
I just picked up my share! 😁 I left some for BeenPerchin!! no cocktail sauce needed. 😁
Thanks kp. I just got mine while I did an ice check at Lewis. I was able to make it out 6.735” onto the .45” ice mat it’s looking good just need to keep the out of towners off it.
-
serously .....and i have wondered this .....if you give a ice report and someone is injured or worse ,in this crazy day could you be held liable????? something to think about
-
serously .....and i have wondered this .....if you give a ice report and someone is injured or worse ,in this crazy day could you be held liable????? something to think about
Very possible. I have public disclaimer in my postings so everyone is on their own in my eyes.
-
I personally don’t like giving early or late ice reports , as conditions change and some take it as gospel, ice rarely is uniform , and I see to many just walk out without any safety equipment like chisels or picks , not everyone uses good judgment , I’ve seen guys walk across thin ice because someone else was out there that I wouldn’t set foot on as my chisel went through with 1 strike
Even my good friends whom I trust give me reports I’m still checking it just my.02
-
some forecasts are showing -8 for friday the 2/3/23....hope its true
Keeps getting lower. Not sure what happened overnight but TWC shows -11.
-
No one get excited now. You know them weather peoples can’t get right. Lol
Thoughts and prayers to the ice gods. 🤣😂😁
-
trap has over 8000 post looks like u got 23 think hes reported ice conditions a bit more and hes just having fun,,,, hopefully ice will be here soon nothing on oneida is good as of now as far as ice goes
Nope traps not just having fun. He's a miserable old man who is never wrong. His way or the high way learned that first hand. Called me a liar on something he wasn't there for
-
i know it sounds bad but i'm hoping it doesn't get that cold i want the river to stay open now
We can’t be friends if you keep talking like that!!!😂
-
KP the perch I caught last Monday 95% of them came on the decoy including the 3 eyes I took the chains off but I saved them
The other 5% came on a no 3 rap
I really like how far the decoys can be drifted where most can’t ,
👍🏻
-
We can’t be friends if you keep talking like that!!!😂
:roflmao: we can go bullhead fishing ......boobers in trees crappie fishing :roflmao:
-
:roflmao: we can go bullhead fishing ......boobers in trees crappie fishing :roflmao:
That sounds good! 😁
-
:roflmao: we can go bullhead fishing ......boobers in trees crappie fishing :roflmao:
I got a bullhead thru the ice yesterday Trapper ;D
-
I got a bullhead thru the ice yesterday Trapper ;D
I had 1 year where I caught some of those too, but I had a great uncle that did really well on them all the time in a smallish state pond .....
-
I've caught a few bullheads whenever I visit a particular area during nice weather (similar to recent trends). I have tried to target them a couple times with no luck-just hit and miss.
-
I've caught a few bullheads whenever I visit a particular area during nice weather (similar to recent trends). I have tried to target them a couple times with no luck-just hit and miss.
Yeah I would think you might really have to be on top of them - not sure if this is true or not but I don't picture them moving around much in the winter .... could be way off base though .... I make some stuff up as I go .... LOL
-
i have caught alot of bullheads on last ice on sandy (greens point) even got them on tip ups
-
i know it sounds bad but i'm hoping it doesn't get that cold i want the river to stay open now
thats a terrible statement to make trap
-
but i'm catching fish :whistle: what bothers me about that forecast only a couple really cold days followed by the 40's ......and we will be in feb .......i just want the river open now
-
yeah wish it was cold longer but accuweather has low of -16 now for friday....
-
thats not good for anyone thats broken pipes and frost bite
-
wow lake neawanna had opened right up last night it was open today skimmed over with some snow on top
my offical ice report i stepped on ice went right threw ice looked to be about a quarter inch thick how ever this is a estimation as i didn't have a tape measure handy ......i can not report on how the bite was as the water where i was standing was shallow! i personally would advice not attempting to fish this lake i have a feeling it is no safe to do! ....this is a opinion of course ..... final note the byrne dairy across the street has fresh coffee and excellent sandwiches
i have now completed my duty and given my first ice report in a long time ....please no one drive 2 hours to fish this lake ....... not bad for a miserable old man now was it???.................... :roflmao:
-
great report trap lol
-
oneida watch someone yell at me that the ice is fine .............
-
Thanks for that excellent report Trapper. you had me falling out of my chair reading it :roflmao: :roflmao:
-
don't be asking me for any exact location bigal cause i'm no spot burner :roflmao:
-
So if i drive from 3 hrs away i should be fine right ;D
-
wow lake neawanna had opened right up last night it was open today skimmed over with some snow on top
my offical ice report i stepped on ice went right threw ice looked to be about a quarter inch thick how ever this is a estimation as i didn't have a tape measure handy ......i can not report on how the bite was as the water where i was standing was shallow! i personally would advice not attempting to fish this lake i have a feeling it is no safe to do! ....this is a opinion of course ..... final note the byrne dairy across the street has fresh coffee and excellent sandwiches
i have now completed my duty and given my first ice report in a long time ....please no one drive 2 hours to fish this lake ....... not bad for a miserable old man now was it???.................... :roflmao:
Is that hot dog place open? Hate to drive 2 hours to find out it’s seasonal.
Thanks!
-
So lake is good gonna drive 7hrs from va. To fish for a day
Bahahaha!!!🤣😂
Now was that wavey 1/4” ice or still 1/4” ice? Was the sun out with your leg held out right as to not fall thru?
-
i have not seen the hot dog truck but mr mikes is open again....... it was over cast about 7 am and i had the weight of a coffee in my hand........3 hours 1/4 temp at 28 .........you should be fine if you don't go any further out then i did ........... i did hear a rumer that the weather has been so warm a possiable blue algea bloom is possiable so be careful
-
I’m not going anywhere near that lake Neatawanna…..1/4” or 14” of ice…rumor has it that Oggo Poggo lives there!! 🙄
-
I took the advice and drove to Big Bay myself. In keeping with tradition, here’s my report………………………………………
-
I took the advice and drove to Big Bay myself. In keeping with tradition, here’s my report………………………………………
I don't believe you .....
-
I took the advice and drove to Big Bay myself. In keeping with tradition, here’s my report………………………………………
All lies they were fishing it yesterday. Roflmfao
Where’s the cams someone’s gotta be fishing.
-
Meanwhile any news on Grandma Brown's Baked Beans?
-
Meanwhile any news on Grandma Brown's Baked Beans?
Yes there is…
In light of recent wokeness now they are just grandmas baked beans.
Sorry for any miscommunication.
-
Meanwhile any news on Grandma Brown's Baked Beans?
:roflmao:
-
I know everyone is itching to ask so I will put this out there. Any area of the lake that has capped should gain 2.5” of ice by the end of just Friday alone according to the forecast and my calculations. There will be walkable ice over deep water on the lake this weekend but since I haven’t scouted it yet, I don’t know where it is capped and where it’s not.
-
I know there is still some open water in front of Taft bay park.
-
That stinks. Is there much snow on the ice that is there?
-
That lake just plain scares me. I love to fish it but jeepers it scares me!
-
Lots of gas holes to be aware of so I always stick to the same areas I’ve always fished. If I had a machine I would definitely stay on the tracks.
-
I just checked a local body of water that needs to cap to tell me all of Oneida is safe. It’s still wide open so the wait continues….
-
I saw some open water on the west end. Any ice out there isn’t safe… it just started to refreeze. North shore still has wet areas that are freezing now. Anybody venturing out… please use EXTREME caution. The last snow will most likely be hiding gas hole areas and newly skimmed over open water from the last warm up. A spud is your best friend. Don’t take any info from anyone and check the ice yourself. Stay on top!!😎
-
I saw some open water on the west end. Any ice out there isn’t safe… it just started to refreeze. North shore still has wet areas that are freezing now. Anybody venturing out… please use EXTREME caution. The last snow will most likely be hiding gas hole areas and newly skimmed over open water from the last warm up. A spud is your best friend. Don’t take any info from anyone and check the ice yourself. Stay on top!!😎
I agree - I live about 30 miles away, and even with the cold the last couple days its been breezy, too so that won't help things ....
-
LOCALS ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lmao. But really only advice I’d give to you guys who have a far drive is it’s obvious there has been truckloads of people fishing the beach and that would be my back up plan. Oneida is one of them lakes it never has “safe ice”. Friday is looking like a windy one and that is never fun on any body of water. I have driven to other lakes before over an hour away just to find no ice and go to the local dinner and maybe wonder around town and still have fun… it is the name of the game sometimes for ice fisherman
-
That lake just plain scares me. I love to fish it but jeepers it scares me!
That fear is a godsend. The most important part of Oneida is being fearful of what can happen. Open or ice. I have spent many days driving all over NY hoping to get out only to be turned back. The canal has just skimmed back over at the beach.
-
Meanwhile any news on Grandma Brown's Baked Beans?
Still shut down 😡
-
well its nice to get a cold snap but i dont see machines on the main lake or much fishing on maine/ middle of lake this yr,, still plenty of open water to be found today and extended forecast after monday shows 45 degrees for several days....
-
well its nice to get a cold snap but i dont see machines on the main lake or much fishing on maine/ middle of lake this yr,, still plenty of open water to be found today and extended forecast after monday shows 45 degrees for several days....
Just a tease. This weather is saving a lot of fish!
-
getting late in the year........
-
I’m fine with it as long as I get 2 or 3 outings on Oneida ice. Always nice to catch eyes through the ice but not too bad on the boat either for 7 almost months. Plenty of other options for ice fishing around here for perch and panfish and my freezer is already off to a good start.
-
I agree - I live about 30 miles away, and even with the cold the last couple days its been breezy, too so that won't help things ....
I haven’t been on Oneida yet. I work around the lake at times, so I’m able to post what I see. I have seen anglers out of the beach… on the webcam. I don’t know conditions down there to allow me telling anyone it’s safe. The cold temps have helped. How much? I don’t know…
It’s been a crazy season so far….
-
I haven’t been on Oneida yet. I work around the lake at times, so I’m able to post what I see. I have seen anglers out of the beach… on the webcam. I don’t know conditions down there to allow me telling anyone it’s safe. The cold temps have helped. How much? I don’t know…
It’s been a crazy season so far….
So you’re sayin there’s a chance?
Alllright!!!
-
So you’re sayin there’s a chance?
Alllright!!!
Yes!😁
-
Happy Groundhog Day!! Let's see what the gopher says but the weather today is like it has been- chilly but not enough and a way too short cold snap next few.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/vcX1nxBx/4691-D48-B-B0-CC-47-E0-B5-C3-37-BF8012-AEA8.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcX1nxBx)
-
What day was that taken?
-
Awesome pics and video posted yesterday on FB.
https://www.facebook.com/1756849123/videos/pcb.5884485308261874/1261185857942782
(https://i.postimg.cc/XBGz9kDF/327780823-6450995048294628-5643695390769616488-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XBGz9kDF)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Very cool pic and loving the black ice off the drop offs. I’ll give it a couple days and take a field trip Sunday to see it in person
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/sMNpMDSM/1-C2-D43-B4-7-F4-A-4-C0-C-83-B0-79-A62-ADD0-DE7.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sMNpMDSM)
Lewis Point today, a bunch of huts at sylvan
-
What day was that taken?
Sorry for the screenshot pics. I believe that was yesterday.
Thanks for the better pic Zeker!!😎
-
Happy Groundhog Day!! Let's see what the gopher says but the weather today is like it has been- chilly but not enough and a way too short cold snap next few.
The lake I was on today was making all day ....13 when I got there and 28 when I left ..... the holes were hard to keep open and kept getting smaller and smaller in diameter ....
-
still finding open water on oneida in areas and very thin ice....
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/K4zHc0p0/51-C53-FC7-C6-B6-4-E6-A-AA4-E-C5-F15-BFFEC66.png) (https://postimg.cc/K4zHc0p0)
-
well looking at that forecast what ice we have wont be around for long after sunday
-
still finding open water on oneida in areas and very thin ice....
That doesn't surprise me - I was on a small lake - Oneida is a totally different animal, especially the way its laid out
-
If we can just keep any rain away for a while we might limp along. It is still 35 here in Constantia, must be a pretty good temp drop coming if it is going down to 5 tonight…
-
If we can keep fishable ice in the short term and if you believe this Accuweather forecast for March highs/lows we should be ice fishing till end of March.
Note that’s a lots of “ifs” (if your aunt had nuts…)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1VVnQPyq/A5092479-4-F1-F-46-F8-A39-E-36-AC4-F994-A05.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1VVnQPyq)
-
if you had a foot and a half of decent ice you might make end of march on oneida ...... what you have out there right now i doubt it .......just my opinion.......
-
well the way the wind is kicking up the lake might open up in some areas tonight, i like the theroy of march but i just dont see it, but hope it does
-
Well guys, you’re probably right.
Wind is howling hard in Lakeport right now and will only increase throughout the day tomorrow.
It will be a miracle if the little ice we had mid-lake will survive this.
So much for being optimistic….
I told you I jinxed us all when I registered my snowmobile.
-
If we can keep fishable ice in the short term and if you believe this Accuweather forecast for March highs/lows we should be ice fishing till end of March.
Note that’s a lots of “ifs” (if your aunt had nuts…)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1VVnQPyq/A5092479-4-F1-F-46-F8-A39-E-36-AC4-F994-A05.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1VVnQPyq)
"Accu" weather has been terrible at predicting anything beyond about 10 days this winter. After that they seem to settle in on the average highs and lows. Look at their monthly prediction for the second half of February. It is all low 30s for highs and teens at night. I doubt that will happen but it would be nice.
-
I pay more attention to the NOAA 8-14 Day outlook. The NOAA seasonal outlook shows warmer than average temps litterally until November.
Make hay while the sun shines!!!
-
Black ice and sun with temps in the 40's make it ugly fast.
Someplace will have thick shelf ice once this wind dies and things lock up.
-
Dagum fellas y’all believe a lot of what they’re telling you then. I don’t believe any thing past4/5 days and AccuWeather has been very good for that term. I’m still hopeful but not gonna hold my breath.
-
Well look thru the Bino's the icehld up to the wind and did not break up it did mess with my furance was a chilly 60 in the house but appears to be working now,,, I planned on going out but that wind is brutal so dont think thats happening
-
With Lake Ontario in the backyard pretty tough to getting good weather reports beyond a few days , , especially winds it’s hit or miss
Hers another forecast (https://i.postimg.cc/7CdpvzDH/BE7441-A7-E971-4518-93-D7-FE176-C3-F8107.png) (https://postimg.cc/7CdpvzDH)
-
Is there still access out of Jewell?
-
My area broke up a little from the wind. The shoreline and then one big nasty crack running 1-200 yards out. Tough to tell if parts are open or if it’s just water coming thru the crack. As usual. Conditions are going to be different in different parts of the lake.
-
Is there still access out of Jewell?
I think the access is still there. Haven’t had the ice conditions to see anyone out of there yet so not 100% sure.
-
there is 16 shantys that i can count out on the beach right now ........ they get the fickled finger of faith award!!!!! and a free trip to the frost bite pervention class
-
I give them credit. At least if their stuff blows away it won't go far!
-
ends up back at the car
-
she may be starting to move some tuff to tell see some shoves couple miles out that i dont think were ther at sunrise
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/cgqwTqLr/92634-AE4-2683-4650-8-B3-E-67-E3806-C196-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cgqwTqLr)
Someone's shanty was in view from the Chapman Park camera for an hour this morning. Wonder if they got off the ice due to the weather, or just went to another spot.
-
A few locals out last nite east of Lewis, ice looked pretty sketchy . 40 mph winds as the front went thru last nite but the ice looked pretty locked. Use caution around the many cracks ice may be very thin.
-
I hope nobody is out today. Out on my 9 mile walk today and that wind is brutal. No pop up shanty will block this out
-
went down lakeshoe rd. on the south side. the center of the lake is wide open and rolling from the islands east as far as i could see. got to williams park and couldn't believe my eyes !!! there's about 10 shantys out there not far from the open water ??? ??? if those shacks come loose they wil go into open water with the 40 plus mph wind out there. hope they make it back to shore ok. I haven't stepped foot on it this year. hasn't stayed cold enough for me, and the days are getting longer. Sully
-
Nope, that’s no way to go. Other ice to fish around here or sit one out and wait a day.
-
sul i agree with you
-
-15 here going to give it a go, wind has died down , wont be moving around much 1st part of day thats for sure good luck to all
-
Good luck Oneida 1
-
Best luck. If you could please post or pm me the ice you had at your launch and where you sat. Trying to gage coming up on Monday. TIA
Perchin
-
Good luck and god bless everyone trying today. Got a place rented on Lewis pt next weekend. Looking to cancel now. God bless.
-
Lots of guys out there this morning..
(https://i.postimg.cc/dh3FFTjD/FF9-AE841-047-A-4-F34-94-AA-FFFA643-A5962.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dh3FFTjD)
-
people in front of chapmans too think i'm going to take a drive
-
Good luck to everyone today. I’ll be out somewhere later.
Just thought I’d post that I tried to go out of my place just now and it’s still not doable. The areas that opened up from the wind are about an inch of crap ice buried under snow. So be sure to check your spots. Some are safe and some are setup to trick you into taking a swim.
-
Be safe. God bless. Spud spud spud with the hand of god.
-
X2 on that. The ice is extremely variable on the north shore. Some spots are still 1”.
-
Good luck and god bless everyone trying today. Got a place rented on Lewis pt next weekend. Looking to cancel now. God bless.
Lots of guys off Lewis Point today, haven't been out yet (work comes first). Not a guarantee but the ice should hold up. You can always hit the east end of the lake.
-
Bless you for the positive thoughts.
-
Is the East end good all the way across? I’m heading out tomorrow to check out the beach
-
Anyone try out of Jewell today? Was hoping not to fish the beach again tomorrow but looking like that will be the safest bet. Gold kastmaster has been the ticket for me.
-
Was sent this. Sled went in..
(https://i.postimg.cc/y39CF3s1/5-CD68-EB7-125-A-4607-883-E-3-C8-F9-FB66-FB5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y39CF3s1)
-
Where is that Dom ?
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5Q1q4D7x/6768-C4-CE-0-F2-D-4577-BBF6-733-B9491-A140.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Q1q4D7x)
-
Good thing you said chapmans or the way the map is I would have thought the north shore maybe Constantia 😉
Hope all are safe
-
Was sent this. Sled went in..
(https://i.postimg.cc/y39CF3s1/5-CD68-EB7-125-A-4607-883-E-3-C8-F9-FB66-FB5.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/y39CF3s1)
God bless him/her. Hope they made it out safely.
-
poor bite check ice as you go....
-
he's not kidding on this be solid take a step and spud goes threw ....... beyond my comfort zone....be safe guys
-
I’m pretty surprised there are any machines out there already. I’m leery of walking out on foot with my 150# frame and lightly packed shanty.
-
Let your spud be your guide
I can still drag my gear out until I’m comfortable running my sled
-
Let your sud be your guide
I can still drag my gear out until I’m comfortable running my sled
I don’t care if there’s 2 feet of ice. I spud spud spud every single step. In 1983 I was fishing Chaumont and there were trucks driving by me. I hit with my spud and there was less than an inch of ice and that was a mile out. God was with me on that day.
God bless the savvy souls out there today and tomorrow. And bless their hearts.
-
My boot went through a crusted over 10” hole over 20 fow one time and leg went in down to my crotch and I thought I was going in. Ice was a foot thick but that feeling scared the crap out of me. Walk carefully and watch those areas that look a little different than the ice your standing on.
-
My boot went through a crusted over 10” hole over 20 fow one time and leg went in down to my crotch and I thought I was going in. Ice was a foot thick but that feeling scared the crap out of me. Walk carefully and watch those areas that look a little different than the ice your standing on.
Yep thats a real adrenaline check isn't it ?? Had the same thing happen and I spilled my minnows on the way down. When I figured out I wasn't going thru I started trying to scoop them up by hand and put them back in the bucket while I was still crotch deep .... I lasted till 10:30 when I couldn't feel myself moving my toes but I knew I was doing it. LOL
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5Q1q4D7x/6768-C4-CE-0-F2-D-4577-BBF6-733-B9491-A140.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Q1q4D7x)
Stupidity! That area of lake was completely destroyed and was open water. It just refroze recently. I hope the operator is ok. Damn!!!!!🤦🏻
-
My son and I fished Mill st out by Grassy. There's only 3" of ice out there. Only did 1 walleye & 1 perch. Them fish hugged the bottom the entire 3 hrs we were out. People are running machines close to shore. The weekend anit over yet in positive that somebody will put another in the lake.. We're going to try the south shore tomorrow..
-
Who is the retard that parked a pickup and 25' camper in the Lewis Pt parking lot taking up 6 spaces?
-
moose i agree some people do stupid things but out of respect lets not use that term and insult innocent people
-
:blink: it’s ok moose I’m not offended, I know you didn’t mean it that way
-
I’m offended by that word. “ that there is an RV Clark.”
-
Who is the retard that parked a pickup and 25' camper in the Lewis Pt parking lot taking up 6 spaces?
People do things a little unorthodox sometimes. Hopefully he was righted down the right path afterwards.
We’re all gods children. Be patient with him.
-
I would be pretty frustrated myself if I drove all that way to fish only to have to find a different spot because the whole lot was taken up by only a handful of vehicles, who wouldn’t be?
-
I would be pretty frustrated myself if I drove all that way to fish only to have to find a different spot because the whole lot was taken up by only a handful of vehicles, who wouldn’t be?
I agree ,I haven’t parked there in years , lots of places to park around the lake
With good fishing ,
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GTwfCWV/4-BB4-F010-F04-D-4-DBC-B559-9-E93-CDA2-E8-BD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GTwfCWV)
-
Drive by Lewis 520 this morning and there as already a line of trucks heading out! Man I thank my lucky stars I have friends with camps on the lake. Waiting for that sun to peak up and the action to start! ;)
-
Pretty busy out there.. ;D
(https://i.postimg.cc/ppxr6Hrd/77268497-7-DF1-4810-8-E0-C-EF3-BE7-CD86-C3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppxr6Hrd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4gptTQB/7-F415-CF9-EDF4-403-E-AD5-F-329-CF77-A2-A81.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4gptTQB)
-
God bless those on the other side of the pressure crack which just opened up off Lewis.
-
I figured something opened up somewhere. There was one heck of an ice quake this morning!
-
It freaked my dead stick minnow out and attracted a keeper walleye to it haha. Ended up with 12 eyes ( 9 keepers) and 3 perch. Great morning on 5” of black ice
(https://i.postimg.cc/XXZGsdTH/CB6-D7772-DAD4-4067-A754-22-B5-A47-DD9-D4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XXZGsdTH)
-
Nice haul hornet!
-
Thanks, too bad this ice won’t last long. Crossed two narrow pressure cracks on my way back in that will open up quickly from the sun and warm forecast
-
Moose you should live down here some people have no respect. Didn't feel comfortable walking out, cracks opened up 4' lots of icebergs, it was a long walk back. Amazed at how many people walk without a spud on 3-4" crushed ice.
-
Who is the retard that parked a pickup and 25' camper in the Lewis Pt parking lot taking up 6 spaces?
The person is most likely self centered and inconsiderate with no morals. Mentally challenged people are more considerate than that person. I wish Lewis point remained like it was back before it was sold. You would park out on the point, there usually was plenty of parking and I think the town plowed it. I avoid from Lewis point now, because of the parking is a nightmare.
-
I agree and there are better areas to fish where the bite lasts longer than a half hour.
-
XC- funny you should mention spudding on todays ice. A guy on a snowmobile drove up to my shanty and asked how much ice I had under me. I didn’t have anyone within 100 yards of me in any direction. Are you kidding me? I told him I had 4 good inches, he sat there for a few minutes and watched me land 2 walleyes then moved out to deeper water and parked to fish.
-
Friend retrieved his sled and gear this morning. He’s ok. Not a rookie by any stretch and lives on the water not far from the spot.
Stay on top
-
So by what I’m reading if I wanted to get out on the big lady I shoulda come up today.
Daggummit
-
Yep, it was a good one but I had no idea the ice would have been as good as it was. From the conversations on here all weekend I was expecting 2-3” of ice and wasn’t sure if I was even going to get on over deep water. I get that people don’t want to be responsible for anyone getting hurt but there were hundreds of shanty’s on the lake today. If you know the lake well, or at least spots you’ve been on in the past that freeze well, use your judgement or contact someone you know you can trust for an honest ice report.
-
I trust a few but I still spud , ice isn uniform
-
You’re also talking about a 24 hour difference with really low temps. As an example. I really couldn’t get out of my place at 9:30am Saturday but got out and fished on 5” of ice today.
People aren’t lying. Conditions change.
-
they can change the other way fast too .......one crazy year
-
True, there wasn’t much snow cover either to insulate it from freezing more overnight but we really got 2” in that short of a time? It definitely didn’t waste any time breaking down once the sun got warm by 11am.
-
Yep, it was a good one but I had no idea the ice would have been as good as it was. From the conversations on here all weekend I was expecting 2-3” of ice and wasn’t sure if I was even going to get on over deep water. I get that people don’t want to be responsible for anyone getting hurt but there were hundreds of shanty’s on the lake today. If you know the lake well, or at least spots you’ve been on in the past that freeze well, use your judgement or contact someone you know you can trust for an honest ice report.
I agree most ppl on here tryna scare ppl off got out mile today and there was sleds all over the lake over deep water had 5-6” of ice everywhere drilled
-
I wouldn’t be taking a machine of any kind not even a snow dog yet tho that being said stupidity can’t beat lazy the drags easy
-
Definitely didn’t need my Smitty today, even with the sticky snow on the way back in
-
Fished out of Verona. Got there around 6:30am. Surprised to see some ATVs and sleds but out to about 20 feet ice was good. Past that and it looked sketchy to me. Just thrilled to finally get out. First half hour got nothing then started to get action. Went home happy at 10:30.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bDnQwWpS/A85-B0-E47-EFEA-4-A64-BB08-273-DD641-A6-B0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bDnQwWpS)
(https://i.postimg.cc/v4P7q50T/FCDCF5-E9-3-B0-D-44-F0-B9-A9-C6467-D5-CBF3-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v4P7q50T)
-
True, there wasn’t much snow cover either to insulate it from freezing more overnight but we really got 2” in that short of a time? It definitely didn’t waste any time breaking down once the sun got warm by 11am.
Yes. 2+ Inches in 24 hours. I checked a spot Saturday morning that was maybe 2” and would barely hold my weight. This morning it was over 4”.
You can make a lot of ice when it is below zero for almost 24 hours…
-
better day today but it was a grind cant get to my better areas, theres still very thin ice out there , i know area in less then a step goes 6in to 2in,,, and the 2in area aint small
-
I’m usually a week behind first ice and wait for the 6” report to head out but surprised that 1000 people took the chance this morning to head out. Anyways, it was a good weekend for the locals to get a crack at it. I had 2 walleyes iced before I even dropped a jig. They were hitting my first tip up before i could even set the spring. It was that kind of morning for me, finally.
-
I’m usually a week behind first ice and wait for the 6” report to head out but surprised that 1000 people took the chance this morning to head out. Anyways, it was a good weekend for the locals to get a crack at it. I had 2 walleyes iced before I even dropped a jig. They were hitting my first tip up before i could even set the spring. It was that kind of morning for me, finally.
That sounds just horrible to start a day with. Shoulda been there, never had an eye bite like that.
Nice job
-
TY
-
They weren’t crushing the jig and my Wicked 13 ML didn’t have the backbone to bury the hooks in many of my jig hits but this one was driven home.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD/711972-C5-0-B37-4-A36-9-A5-E-73-AA407-AA5-B4.png) (https://postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD)
-
What’s peoples thoughts is the ice gonna hold on till the temp drops decent again next weekend. Think maybe Wednesday/Thursday for a stop by
-
I know onieda..(not like others FOR SURE)
But after looking closely at weather I decided to make the 3 1/2hr drive because it looks like this might be my only chance to get on the ice on onieda and wasnt disappointed...... left my place at 2 a.m...
We were first truck in verona parking lot at 520..
Took our time and spudded spudded spudded out to 22 fow...
Before I knew it there were machines running all over the place.. needless to say i was SHOCKED!!!!!!!!
We started with appx 8" of ice..
Caught over 50 eyes... dropped several legals at the hole....
Caught some decent perch and dropped some of those at the hole also!!!!
By 130 we had our limit and headed back in.. when we left ice was down to appx 6" the warm temps will deteriorate conditions fast!!!!!!!!!!!
Bar none the best ice day I've had on any body of water!!!!
Thank you lady O!!!
-
Honestly, as fast the snow was melting off early this afternoon it will expose the ice to the rain and warm temps so I don’t see it holding up long. That’s my 2 cents for what it’s worth
-
Honestly, as fast the snow was melting off early this afternoon it will expose the ice to the rain and warm temps so I don’t see it holding up long. That’s my 2 cents for what it’s worth
I agree 1000000% hornet!!
-
Fantastic John and Hornet! A few of us were planning on going up on the 23rd for a few days. It would be my first time walking on Oneida ice. I’d love to have a fraction of the day you guys had. Crossing my fingers…but the forecast doesn’t look favorable.
-
FJ- that IS an awesome day. It was my best 4 hours of eye catching but 50 in a day is lights out. Your intuition was correct, congrats for having the faith to make the 3+ hour trek.
-
They weren’t crushing the jig and my Wicked 13 ML didn’t have the backbone to bury the hooks in many of my jig hits but this one was driven home.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD/711972-C5-0-B37-4-A36-9-A5-E-73-AA407-AA5-B4.png) (https://postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD)
If those walleye don’t come thru the hole cross-eyed…. You need to set the hook harder!!😁
-
They weren’t crushing the jig and my Wicked 13 ML didn’t have the backbone to bury the hooks in many of my jig hits but this one was driven home.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD/711972-C5-0-B37-4-A36-9-A5-E-73-AA407-AA5-B4.png) (https://postimg.cc/9RSP4tjD)
If those walleye don’t come thru the hole cross-eyed…. You need to set the hook harder!!😁
-
I know onieda..(not like others FOR SURE)
But after looking closely at weather I decided to make the 3 1/2hr drive because it looks like this might be my only chance to get on the ice on onieda and wasnt disappointed...... left my place at 2 a.m...
We were first truck in verona parking lot at 520..
Took our time and spudded spudded spudded out to 22 fow...
Before I knew it there were machines running all over the place.. needless to say i was SHOCKED!!!!!!!!
We started with appx 8" of ice..
Caught over 50 eyes... dropped several legals at the hole....
Caught some decent perch and dropped some of those at the hole also!!!!
By 130 we had our limit and headed back in.. when we left ice was down to appx 6" the warm temps will deteriorate conditions fast!!!!!!!!!!!
Bar none the best ice day I've had on any body of water!!!!
Thank you lady O!!!
Good work, John!! Epic trip for you!!😎
-
If those walleye don’t come thru the hole cross-eyed…. You need to set the hook harder!!😁
Larry, I ended up getting a ML and didn’t bring the Med i got from you because I thought I would be focusing on perch more. Definitely learned my lesson, I could have landed 20 if I brought that one haha
-
Larry, I ended up getting a ML and didn’t bring the Med i got from you because I thought I would be focusing on perch more. Definitely learned my lesson, I could have landed 20 if I brought that one haha
Just busting on you! 😁 I’m glad you caught some fish bud. That rod I gave you was MH… that will get the job done. 🎣💪🏻
-
I know onieda..(not like others FOR SURE)
But after looking closely at weather I decided to make the 3 1/2hr drive because it looks like this might be my only chance to get on the ice on onieda and wasnt disappointed...... left my place at 2 a.m...
We were first truck in verona parking lot at 520..
Took our time and spudded spudded spudded out to 22 fow...
Before I knew it there were machines running all over the place.. needless to say i was SHOCKED!!!!!!!!
We started with appx 8" of ice..
Caught over 50 eyes... dropped several legals at the hole....
Caught some decent perch and dropped some of those at the hole also!!!!
By 130 we had our limit and headed back in.. when we left ice was down to appx 6" the warm temps will deteriorate conditions fast!!!!!!!!!!!
Bar none the best ice day I've had on any body of water!!!!
Thank you lady O!!!
Nice job.
-
Just busting on you! 😁 I’m glad you caught some fish bud. That rod I gave you was MH… that will get the job done. 🎣💪🏻
Holy crap I forgot and the one I was using was a medium, what a difference between the two! My hands were against the ceiling before that rod fully loaded up and still needed another foot before I would have given it enough oomph. Maybe in early march I’ll finally get to try out yours unless I head up to Chaumont first.
-
This is literally what a decent walleye does to the medium.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XGDwJqyp/93-F5-E139-5683-43-E0-8-A15-EB6-A61-C687-C3.png) (https://postimg.cc/XGDwJqyp)
-
better day today but it was a grind cant get to my better areas, theres still very thin ice out there , i know area in less then a step goes 6in to 2in,,, and the 2in area aint small
Actually shocking that only one machine went thru and it happened to be someone familiar with the lake just goes to show can never be too careful we’ll see with the temps this week what she does that sun hitting the black ice isn’t the best lots of heat absorbing and expanding
-
I’m usually a week behind first ice and wait for the 6” report to head out but surprised that 1000 people took the chance this morning to head out. Anyways, it was a good weekend for the locals to get a crack at it. I had 2 walleyes iced before I even dropped a jig. They were hitting my first tip up before i could even set the spring. It was that kind of morning for me, finally.
Good work man, well deserved
-
better day today but it was a grind cant get to my better areas, theres still very thin ice out there , i know area in less then a step goes 6in to 2in,,, and the 2in area aint small
We were straight out of Chapmans yesterday in around 27' of water and the ice went from white to clear black ice. The clear black ice was 2" thick and that was in the morning before the sun and warm temps.
-
We were straight out of Chapmans yesterday in around 27' of water and the ice went from white to clear black ice. The clear black ice was 2" thick and that was in the morning before the sun and warm temps.
Was that the hockey rink out there? It looked like a 1/2 acre of open water, but wasn't. I walked up to it and the same thing, 1-2" clear ice.
I fished the afternoon shift. Crossed a couple of small cracks on the way out to 30 fow, 3/4 mile walk. A few shanties further out than me. Everywhere was 5-6 inches, but by the time I wrapped up at 5:30, you could see the air bubbles forming in the ice. A couple of snow dogs out there, brave souls. I heard a couple of sleds, but didn't see any personally. Pretty quiet afternoon pick and then at dusk was a slam show. The last hour was all marks and I caught 6 eyes in about 20 minutes, with 3 good keepers in that 16-19" slot. One had those warts on its fins. The ones I kept were all males. Added two jumbo perch to the pile and called it a weekend. UV buckshot spoon tipped with a buckeye brought all the boys to the yard.
Could be it for the season, but who knows. I don't think the ice lasts past thursday and I won't be back out until I see another good cold snap.
-
Was that the hockey rink out there? It looked like a 1/2 acre of open water, but wasn't. I walked up to it and the same thing, 1-2" clear ice.
It could be - no one was on it when i left mid day. I caught one 14.5 inch walleye and that was it for me. It was very slow the whole morning.
-
Had a great time this weekend sat off Williams and Sun off Lewis. I was 1.2nm directly east of Dunham sat and there was 2.5 to 3inches of ice and def open water more to my east. Plane kept flying overhead at my location. Each area has its bad spots that's ice fishing gotta spud and spud some more and be very aware of your surroundings. Hopefully she lasts!!!
-
Good job all 🎣👍
-
steady pick today, lil water on ice in early AM but top was hard by 1pm everything froze on top
-
This is literally what a decent walleye does to the medium.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XGDwJqyp/93-F5-E139-5683-43-E0-8-A15-EB6-A61-C687-C3.png) (https://postimg.cc/XGDwJqyp)
I use the MH all winter. When they hit, they get screwed to the top!!🎣 I don’t give them time to play games.😁
-
I use the MH all winter. When they hit, they get screwed to the top!!🎣 I don’t give them time to play games.😁
Using a MH for them. You must be dodging “eye” darts. Lol
-
I’ll definitely be using the MH for jigging raps late season if there’s ice. The tip on the M was too mushy for dancing them
-
Their calling for 1/4-1/2” of rain Thursday. Not good…………… ::)
-
I use a med 13 wicked 28”for perch and Oneida eyes , for the big Ontario gals I use a 13 wicked 31” MH and a 31” glass rod ,
-
I bought a new Eskimo wide shanty for this season which is awesome but has a really low roof that doesn’t allow for much of a hook set so maybe that’s why I had trouble not burying the hooks in them like I usually could. I only have about 3’ of clearance from my resting hand position to the roof.
-
I use the MH all winter. When they hit, they get screwed to the top!!🎣 I don’t give them time to play games.😁
lol. I’m with you KP. I hook a fish and right to the top it goes. I lose more screwing around with them than snapping the line
-
I bought a new Eskimo wide shanty for this season which is awesome but has a really low roof that doesn’t allow for much of a hook set so maybe that’s why I had trouble not burying the hooks in them like I usually could. I only have about 3’ of clearance from my resting hand position to the roof.
Not sure how big you are but I myself am 6’6 220 and I tried the otter hideout for 2 years and had around 2ish ft above resting. I started setting the hook like it was a bait runner, reel to water then set. I notice myself now my rod tip is inches from h2o while jigging. Just bought a MH this year have not used it yet. The fight from a 7/8/9# eye on a M rod is fun. And even more so with a pike. That MH for when I thing I need more back bone.
-
Not sure how big you are but I myself am 6’6 220 and I tried the otter hideout for 2 years and had around 2ish ft above resting. I started setting the hook like it was a bait runner, reel to water then set. I notice myself now my rod tip is inches from h2o while jigging. Just bought a MH this year have not used it yet. The fight from a 7/8/9# eye on a M rod is fun. And even more so with a pike. That MH for when I thing I need more back bone.
Funny you mention keeping your tip down. I was coaching my 6 year old last night about keeping his tip down when he teased up fish. He would raise his tip toward the sky instead of raising the butt. I must have told him 10 times to keep the tip down or you’ll never get the hook set!
-
Funny you mention keeping your tip down. I was coaching my 6 year old last night about keeping his tip down when he teased up fish. He would raise his tip toward the sky instead of raising the butt. I must have told him 10 times to keep the tip down or you’ll never get the hook set!
I’m still bad in that dept some days too. Haha
-
Using a MH for them. You must be dodging “eye” darts. Lol
😁
-
I bought a new Eskimo wide shanty for this season which is awesome but has a really low roof that doesn’t allow for much of a hook set so maybe that’s why I had trouble not burying the hooks in them like I usually could. I only have about 3’ of clearance from my resting hand position to the roof.
Rod tip down… even when making them chase. I reel up as I got them on the run… when they commit… game on. I own a single clam kenai pro and a new otter cabin 2 man. The otter is a bit taller than the kenai and my frabil 2 man that I gave my son. The MH rod loads quick, without the rod bend like the lighter rod will do, prevents swatting the roof during battle. It’s my style, it’s not for everyone.
-
lol. I’m with you KP. I hook a fish and right to the top it goes. I lose more screwing around with them than snapping the line
I run 6# mainline to 8# flouro leader on Oneida Lake. Very uncommon for me to break line. However, I have snapped rods in the past on hook sets. The 13 fishing Wicked 31” MH rods have performed great for me so far.
-
I snapped 2 rods last year, never snapped one previously, which is why I went to the MH after KPs recommendation. I try to keep the tip down but I also catch myself watching the graph instead of my rod tip once the fish is on the bait. I’m a terrible multi-tasker. This shanty will help train me to reel down instead of lifting
-
I snapped 2 rods last year, never snapped one previously, which is why I went to the MH after KPs recommendation. I try to keep the tip down but I also catch myself watching the graph instead of my rod tip once the fish is on the bait. I’m a terrible multi-tasker. This shanty will help train me to reel down instead of lifting
👍🏻
-
I run 6# mainline to 8# flouro leader on Oneida Lake. Very uncommon for me to break line. However, I have snapped rods in the past on hook sets. The 13 fishing Wicked 31” MH rods have performed great for me so far.
hahahaha you ain’t kidding when you say if they don’t come up cross eyed you ain’t doin it right! I run 6# line as well no leader though. Gonna have to give it a try I guess. I’ll let ya know when I snap my first rod on a hook set lmao
-
It looks something like this, first hook set break last season haha
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDcRnLF8/5113-A49-C-04-D6-4969-A067-8-B300-A8-E9-EE0.png) (https://postimg.cc/WDcRnLF8)
-
Lol I’d cry. On oneida 3/4 of the time I run my 32” gold digger. It’s handled 20+inch lakers so I’m pritty confident in it but I guess.. ya never know
-
Nothing like a good hook set 😃
-
Freddie, when you set the hook, the fish are already fileted and packaged for the freezer!!! 😂
-
hahahaha you ain’t kidding when you say if they don’t come up cross eyed you ain’t doin it right! I run 6# line as well no leader though. Gonna have to give it a try I guess. I’ll let ya know when I snap my first rod on a hook set lmao
I add a small micro swivel between the mainline and leader. It helps eliminate line twist.
-
Freddie, when you set the hook, the fish are already fileted and packaged for the freezer!!! 😂
Lol , make sure you bang there heads on the bottom of the ice just to make sure they are unconscious
I add a small micro swivel between the mainline and leader. It helps eliminate line twist.
I also use a micro for 2 reason 1 for line twist and the other is when the swivel reaches the top. Of ice it’s lift and land
-
And, all these years I thought that noise from the ice was just the ice moving!! I should’ve known it was You!!😜
-
13 wicked rods on sale at Thorne Brothers.
https://www.thornebros.com/products/13-fishing-wicked-rod?variant=28371973633
-
Thanks Mbart that’s a great price
KP I have a question you have both the the original ones with cork how are the new handles , as my line up are all old with cork
-
Out of Sylvan yesterday with my buddy. A bit slow, but managed 2 keeper eyes and 6 nice perch. Also released two shorts.
-
Alls looking decent besides this rain Thursday
-
Thanks Mbart that’s a great price
KP I have a question you have both the the original ones with cork how are the new handles , as my line up are all old with cork
That new handle profile is a bit slimmer than the cork. Comfortable fit!!
I have a new combo in the package… pick it up when you’re around. 😎
-
KP. Good seeing you yesterday. How about that guy spudding 50ft from my shack using 2 hands and slamming hard enough to harpoon a whale. All this while snowmobiles were passing him. Some people are just special I guess.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/4H3z5bKG/B4834-BD4-DF46-4-EA7-85-C6-CE8-C910-CAD43.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4H3z5bKG)
-
Exactly fillet, which is why I ask, I'll be on ice tomorrow just not sure if East end or West end Are there people on north bay ? or should I head out to big bay Really don't care which Thanks guys Some of us do appreciate you local guys and your opinions
-
The guy on the sled that went in near Chapmans knew full well the lake was open days before since it is in his front yard. He was OK until he decided to try another spot from last year a little farther out. Decisions decisions decisions. Sleds back together running and only lost $$ and a small jig box luckily.
-
I watched the FB footage, looking down the lake you can see another shack , you can also see the difference in the ice in that area
Good plug for the drill 😉
-
just came off ice ok bite, lil water on top from rain top was still hard however IF i go it tmrw, depends if the top stays solid , ill guess it will be it for me thurs temp with rain and friday temp i think will destroy shore lines and get the top soft and im only on 5 to 6in so if the top two inches are soft its an issue
-
morning all you goons good luck today and stay on top ill be out there somewhere lol ;D
-
morning all you goons good luck today and stay on top ill be out there somewhere lol ;D
Who you calling a goon…GOON!!😜 Go easy on the ol buzzard today!! Be safe!😎
-
just came off ice ok bite, lil water on top from rain top was still hard however IF i go it tmrw, depends if the top stays solid , ill guess it will be it for me thurs temp with rain and friday temp i think will destroy shore lines and get the top soft and im only on 5 to 6in so if the top two inches are soft its an issue
I’m worried about the same things for this weekend looks like this week was the only good shot forecast doesn’t look good for next two weeks mostly days in the 40s
-
I was able to get on ice 3 times this season, all on different bodies of water, and had excellent success. Shortest but best ratio of success I’ve ever had. Still hope this is the last year of la Nina. I remember El Niño being better for fishing year round but that was also in the late 90’s when fishing was in general better.
-
Ouch , I wish I didn’t look but this year looks to be transitioning to an El Niño but hotter than usual and probably more rain… let’s hope for the best
-
Anyone going to attend this?
(https://i.postimg.cc/Tp1szKzR/Screenshot-20230206-210230-Chrome.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Tp1szKzR)
-
Hey all what color has been working on the north shore. Thrown just about everything at em last nite.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
-
being pretty much cokor blind dark or light shades probly best bet!!!! iratic movement is strick key
-
color not cokor. sorry
-
Perch fishing was slow for me , they were super moody but got enough for a meal or 2 and the ice wasn’t very good on the way in this rain with the wind is really going to hurt
Drove the spud through a few spots with 1 and 2 strikes , so I suggest if you don’t have a spud make 1 ,i stopped at apps on the way home and he had a few left
Plus he has a huge inventory of lures and yes I parted with a few $$ lol
-
being pretty much cokor blind dark or light shades probly best bet!!!! iratic movement is strick key
Walleye are not colored blind they have some of the keen and most sensitive eyes out of all fish…. They see green and red the best
-
The walleye bite was nonexistent for me last night. I guess I'l blame it on the moon!
Next week's forecast is terrible. >:(
-
The walleye bite was nonexistent for me last night. I guess I'l blame it on the moon!
Next week's forecast is terrible. >:(
I’m glad to see it wasn’t just me having a tough go of it , calling for 1/2-5/8”s of rain late today ,extended forecast is not good for sure
-
The walleye bite was nonexistent for me last night. I guess I'l blame it on the moon!
Next week's forecast is terrible. >:(
I didn't too well either, I'm blaming the moon too! Gale force winds tomorrow don't look too promising. On the bright side it got below freezing last night, hopefully it helps hold things together enough to get out this weekend? My snowmobile is staying parked in the yard this year.
-
well went out yesterday maybe last time with the forecast dosent look good i did ok on the perch 4 out of 5 times i got out only 1 eye,
-
Well done Oneida 1
-
The top was stiffened up good when I came off last night. We might limp along for a bit.
My sled is staying parked too. The walking conditions are great anyway.
There is some discussion about a colder end to February but I don’t trust it.
Maybe I’ll change the oil in my outboard this week. That might make it get cold.
-
There is some discussion about a colder end to February but I don’t trust it.
Maybe I’ll change the oil in my outboard this week. That might make it get cold.
Long term looked good all month at first I don’t believe the weather man for tomorrows weather anymore unfortunately, will be headed east to fish lakers again this weekend again looks like I won’t be on lady o this winter personally buddy was there Sunday-Wednesday all over most of the lake both shores best he did was ten keepers 2 keeper one day and 3 the next one decent day of perching with 26 but even slim numbers on them as well
-
I’ll be getting the bass boat ready with my son to head to Florida for some big bass!! 😁
-
walleyes have many many many more rods in there eyes . [low light gathering cells] than cones [ for color differences red blue green and in some life forms ultraviolet] deer owls have h u g e rod advantages for night vision more rods means extraodinary visual acuity and movement detection!!!!!!!! what they see only they are aware. this annolgy is for those that care!!!!
-
can't go wrong with gold, silver or perch color on Oneida. Others work but rotate through these and you'll be OK. Blade baits and Kastmasters with a rap tossed in is about all you need too and you'll have success more than not. Don't need to overthink it
-
Yep, Sunday I was getting hit with gold then they backed off it until I went with a large silver and it was back on. Glows and colors didn’t do much that day for me
-
walleyes have many many many more rods in there eyes . [low light gathering cells] than cones [ for color differences red blue green and in some life forms ultraviolet] deer owls have h u g e rod advantages for night vision more rods means extraodinary visual acuity and movement detection!!!!!!!! what they see only they are aware. this annolgy is for those that care!!!!
Spot on I didn’t feel like teaching someone who already “knows” about walleye funny to me usually the more clueless the more you find them posting on socials or the internet
-
I just checked a spot that I got on Sunday. It’s open water!
That rain really did some damage. Be careful out there.
-
I’m getting my trolling gear together this weekend to get on Lake O in a few more weeks
-
Got out last night to check the ice. Still fishable ice but cracks have pulled apart in some spots that kept me from getting too far. Also found a couple drain holes where the spud went through with one whack.
-
Howdy all! Only ever read the forum but thought this would make a good first post. No relation or acquaintance just good story.
https://www.newyorkupstate.com/outdoors/2023/02/angler-hauls-in-one-big-ice-bass-on-oneida-lake-biggest-fish-i-ever-caught.html
-
Welcome to the site. That’s a monster..👍👍
-
Anybody fish last Sunday off mill st and checked by a warden walking around pulling a sled if you did and happened to get his name I would like to get in contact with him and return some gear he left behind thank u
-
Pounder I’ll see What I can find out
-
Awesome appreciate it bud
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/yk8K9wvd/183386-AC-A6-F0-4009-BE87-A412-EBCCE776.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yk8K9wvd)
Some pritty nasty separations out there today. Couldn’t quite make it to my 🍯 hole but I was still able to get on a handful of them oneida lake pig perch made for a decent morning. Back at it bright and early tomorrow for possibly last oneida lake ice outing for me this year. I really don’t see it lasting another week if they are right about the forecast. Hopefully some of the smaller bodys of water stay locked for a bit longer
-
Awesome FB pics posted
(https://i.postimg.cc/GHGMw3k7/330004391-3384510831824591-2705429510604578566-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GHGMw3k7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Nyz82Z62/330328915-725214002600322-4507522515641920629-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Nyz82Z62)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Dang I seen a whole slew of ppl on webcam earlier. Comming up Monday too, rented a cabin on the lake for a week for this tragedy to happen, anyone have any idea of a decent bait shop around the lake to get my hands on some good live bait when I get up there even if I have to travel to chaumont to get some good ice for the week? Much appreciated
-
south shore is lakeside outfitters on rt 31 near lewis pt rd,,, not sure about north shore bait shop Apps is all ive heard of
-
North shore AAPs in Cleveland, recirculated water from the lake for the bait , and best lure selection
-
Anyone going to attend this?
(https://i.postimg.cc/Tp1szKzR/Screenshot-20230206-210230-Chrome.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Tp1szKzR)
I think the seminar portion is being recorded. I just watched Bhammer’s talk live on YouTube on the Awakening Angler channel. Brian is always very informative. A lot of attention to detail.
-
Copy that guys I appreciate it! Me, the Ole lady and pups got a cabin on the lake on northwest side by the hatchery. Our first time on oneida and it's like this but imma still make the most of it. Thanks for the info stay safe out there and tight lines!
-
Did the ice on the east end hold up today after the wind?
-
To all anglers going out of Williams Beach…. Someone went through the ice, roughly in 9’ of water. He was able to get out safe! Erratic ice conditions in that area. Seasoned angler, using a spud!! It can happen to anyone! Be safe!!😎
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/5H8T47GB/B1-C113-E7-B50-A-449-A-8991-70-E2-A63890-AA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5H8T47GB) Here’s the general location.
-
Thanks for the heads up KP. I am glad he is safe!
Where I was last night I drilled a line of holes along a drop and every hole had a different ice thickness and color. The most variable conditions that I can ever remember.
-
thank goodness he's ok
-
That's kinda scary. I pulled into Williams today and there's a lot of people out there.
-
I took the puppy for a walk last night. It was a beautiful evening out there.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK/085-A83-AA-1-B64-4-D9-E-973-D-7-CA1-B39-D9018.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK)
-
I took the puppy for a walk last night. It was a beautiful evening out there.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK/085-A83-AA-1-B64-4-D9-E-973-D-7-CA1-B39-D9018.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK)
Awesome picture reeleyez.
-
Nice pic Bruce along with dinner
-
Thanks guys.
At least the fish are cooperating better than the weather is.
There are still some rumblings of a cool down in a couple of weeks. It would be nice to limp through for a while longer.
-
Thanks guys.
At least the fish are cooperating better than the weather is.
There are still some rumblings of a cool down in a couple of weeks. It would be nice to limp through for a while longer.
I hear that. You think the ice might last through the next couple days? See upper 50s temps but it looks like rain will not be bad. Hoping to maybe get out Friday or Saturday and then looks like the temps will drop after that a little bit.
-
lost about an inch, inch and half since last outng perch bite ok up until a little after 9am then died out
-
I hear that. You think the ice might last through the next couple days? See upper 50s temps but it looks like rain will not be bad. Hoping to maybe get out Friday or Saturday and then looks like the temps will drop after that a little bit.
I think most of the ice will hang on through that. The issue will probably be the shoreline getting soft.
-
just got in was a little soft on top,,,, not sure how ice will hold up would really help if temps were below freezing at night but that even looks unlikely 44 for the day
-
That's a great day Oneida1!
-
I took the puppy for a walk last night. It was a beautiful evening out there.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK/085-A83-AA-1-B64-4-D9-E-973-D-7-CA1-B39-D9018.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0rdnMDsK)
Nice pic, Bruce!!
-
just got in was a little soft on top,,,, not sure how ice will hold up would really help if temps were below freezing at night but that even looks unlikely 44 for the day
Nice job Oneida1. Hopefully we hold through Friday then the forecast looks to drop maybe at least keep us going a little longer
-
Thanks for saving me the trip Larry. Buddy Mike graciously offered his cabin so I went for lakers instead. Cant beat free!
-
Thanks for saving me the trip Larry. Buddy Mike graciously offered his cabin so I went for lakers instead. Cant beat free!
AND THE FIREPLACE! To DIE for
-
i dont think most of the lake will hold up till the weekend, hope i m wrong but just walked out 50yrds to check and its pretty soft on the top....
-
I just returned from a trip to Lewis Point. Managed to catch a few perch and several under size walleye. I left around 2:00 because I felt uneasy about the condition of the ice. In my opinion the sun is doing a number on the ice. The top is rotting and it is not much better underneath. It was easy cutting hole with my auger which indicates to me the ice is rotting. Put my spud through with one wack on the dark ice in a couple of places. It is only getting worse as the day progresses. With the warm temperatures and rain expected tomorrow, I would not expect the ice to be safe this weekend. Today was my last trip to Oneida this ice fishing season. This was the shortest ice fishing season ever!!!
-
I also just returned from Lewis Point... I was scheduled to meet a buddy at his place at 2:00 to venture out together. Since I had to travel down 31 for another reason... I went out solo at about 1:15 ... he met me on the ice a little after 2:30 ... didn’t even set up ... spud went through on two half Hearted strikes... he strongly encouraged we get off pronto - out at 32’. The ice changed that quickly - indeed I owe him
-
Thanks for saving me the trip Larry. Buddy Mike graciously offered his cabin so I went for lakers instead. Cant beat free!
You're welcome bud. You did better where you went!!🎣
-
Remember fellas black ice at the end is not your friend ,be very cautious, I’ve stuffed my spud through 9” of that stuff , plus as the water warms from the streams and rivers it will melt at both ends
-
Remember fellas black ice at the end is not your friend ,be very cautious, I’ve stuffed my spud through 9” of that stuff , plus as the water warms from the streams and rivers it will melt at both ends
X2
-
Thanks for the reports fellas. Hopefully the cold forecasted next weeks helps. Might head north instead.
-
Next three days all above freezing. Get your boats ready. Three trips so far for me. Love late ice when we have it with white on top. Black just soaks up that sun too much.
-
Boats!?!? Yeah good luck with that. Next week or so is not looking good and I won’t touch that lake with a 10’ rod but I’m not giving up all hope. I think there is still a chance of walkable ice the first 2 weeks of March. It’s worst case scenario not safe to icefish but not safe to boat fish either lol. Should make for a good May either way I guess
-
Even if we get extreme cold, the ice that’s out there is still junk.
-
i fished open water today .....
-
Even if we get extreme cold, the ice that’s out there is still junk.
100% junk! It's the kind of ice you don't like to walk on when it's above freezing at all.
There is a cool down coming. Be interesting to see if the junk holds on for another month.
I wonder how many fish this weather has saved. :-\
-
100% junk! It's the kind of ice you don't like to walk on when it's above freezing at all.
There is a cool down coming. Be interesting to see if the junk holds on for another month.
I wonder how many fish this weather has saved. :-\
In a perfect world…a complete meltdown with some arctic cold for a week would give us good chance of seeing a month of good ice.
It’s been a strange winter!!!! If the perch are, where I hope they’ll be, at ice out, they don’t stand a chance!!🎣😈
-
I was out of Cleveland a few days ago and it was junk then spudded our way back weaving around cracks and small heaves
5”of ice spudded down 3” and watched it fill with water so it was time to get out of dodge 😉
-
In a perfect world…a complete meltdown with some arctic cold for a week would give us good chance of seeing a month of good ice.
It’s been a strange winter!!!! If the perch are, where I hope they’ll be, at ice out, they don’t stand a chance!!🎣😈
When you target perch at ice out do you use live bait or jigs and lures? I’ve seen people use fat heads under floats but never tried it.
Goose
-
Remember fellas black ice at the end is not your friend ,be very cautious, I’ve stuffed my spud through 9” of that stuff , plus as the water warms from the streams and rivers it will melt at both ends
My buddy stuffed himself through 8". Barely made it out alive. Solid advice Fred.
-
When you target perch at ice out do you use live bait or jigs and lures? I’ve seen people use fat heads under floats but never tried it.
Goose
I do pretty well with fatty's under a bobber but I fish really shallow water from shore on cloudy days too ..... I can see the perch most of the time and they seem to ignore everything else I throw but not those .....the ones I target seems to be following spawning suckers and eating their eggs .... if I hit it just right its like a feeding frenzy.....
-
Just seen there was a call for an ice rescue. hope everyone is ok
-
Boats!?!? Yeah good luck with that. Next week or so is not looking good and I won’t touch that lake with a 10’ rod but I’m not giving up all hope. I think there is still a chance of walkable ice the first 2 weeks of March. It’s worst case scenario not safe to icefish but not safe to boat fish either lol. Should make for a good May either way I guess
(https://i.postimg.cc/pm**censored**bKF/98-C382-A8-ADEE-4359-BAB2-62-DBFC5941-D9.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pm**censored**bKF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zVSrvXHN/C31-D0-EE1-93-FD-416-E-A6-BA-2-CFF6-C47-ACAD.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zVSrvXHN)
Very safe on some bodies of water
-
Nice perch 👍👍. Glad you guys are getting out. Guess I just assumed you meant on oneida. I been getting pics from a buddy who’s getting into some hogs on one of the finger lakes by boat
-
I'm ready to roll as soon as one of the ramps on oneida is ice free. I've been out with icebergs more than once.
-
Lol whatever turns you on man. I’m really hoping the ice sticks around a little longer but if it goes good luck out there. I’m sure the fishing is awesome at ice out
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/B8Sbgd8v/8802-D61-C-AEA1-414-A-912-C-06633-A2-FEF90.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/B8Sbgd8v)Another rescue today guys… start using your heads!!! The ice is JUNK!!!
-
Yikes... to risky for this old guy!
Thanks KP
My boat is ready, and just renewed our slot at Anglers Bay.
-
Shortest season ever for me, never felt comfortable this year. Hate to say it so soon but looking forward to open water. Glad you guys had a decent season.
-
heard a crack opened up preventing guys getting to shore,, ice does not look good 66 degrees south shore
-
just checked ice 50 yrds out was 4 to 5in one medium hit with spud right thru soft as warm butter its shot imo guys,,,, i would go else where
-
just checked ice 50 yrds out was 4 to 5in one medium hit with spud right thru soft as warm butter its shot imo guys,,,, i would go else where
That’s too bad. Wonder if the cold next week will stiffen it up enough or if it’s just so rotten that it won’t be good for walking for the rest of the season. Appreciate the update. Maybe get out on the kayak open water this weekend.
-
it's honey combed ......
-
That’s too bad. Wonder if the cold next week will stiffen it up enough or if it’s just so rotten that it won’t be good for walking for the rest of the season. Appreciate the update. Maybe get out on the kayak open water this weekend.
ill be suprised if majority of its not gone by tmrw afternoon but maybe not
-
ill be suprised if majority of its not gone by tmrw afternoon but maybe not
Probably be better for it to go and then maybe we get a chance to get on it again if we get an extended cold blasts. Thanks for all the updates Oneida1. Tight lines.
-
If that mid lake ice goes out I can’t see anyone getting on much of the lake again this year. Maybe the East and West ends. The chances of another stretch of 2 nights around zero and no wind or snow are slim.
So I would rather see it hang on and get what I can out of it than pray for another super cold snap…
Or clear it out and I’ll get the boat out. It looks like March could be cooler. It would suck to not be able to get on the ice or get the boat in! That happened in March of 2017. It got warm at the end of February but the junk ice hung on through March.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7WyZjPZ/DC8-C901-B-5-C3-C-40-B0-BA8-F-259-A1-DEA3328.png) (https://postimg.cc/t7WyZjPZ)WHY???🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻
-
human sacrifice to the ice Gods ????
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7WyZjPZ/DC8-C901-B-5-C3-C-40-B0-BA8-F-259-A1-DEA3328.png) (https://postimg.cc/t7WyZjPZ)WHY???🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻
For the "likes" Larry.
-
Wow, that is some sketchy @ss looking ice!
-
For the "likes" Larry.
I guess??🙄
-
I can not believe my eyes, looks like someone on the Sylvan Beach web cam. With the recent reports of ice rescues on Oneida I would not expect anyone to be testing fate by venturing out onto the lake. Even with a float suit, once the honey comb ice breaks it is unlikely you can get out on your own. Sure hope there are no more reports of ice rescues on Oneida.
-
Friend said airboats headed out for another one.
Really Hope it’s rescue verses recovery like Champlain had recently
-
Friend said airboats headed out for another one.
Really Hope it’s rescue verses recovery like Champlain had recently
Couple dead on champ, damn shame.
-
My goodness - what wrong with people ..... I LOVE ice fishing, but I love living more.
-
The real shame is they put others' lives in danger for their stupidity. For a fish!!
SeanP
-
A recent airboat rescue was for a dog out from Bridgeport.
-
A recent airboat rescue was for a dog out from Bridgeport.
Stupid dog should have known better! :roflmao:
-
The real shame is they put others' lives in danger for their stupidity. For a fish!!
SeanP
I disagree with this ideology. One could argue we put first responders in danger driving, or pulling us over on the highway, or if we are unlucky and have a house fire. Last time I checked no one forces anyone to be a first responder. You choose the profession knowing there is inherent risk.
-
Pimplepounder pm sent on the found equipment
-
looks like someone out there right now or a shanty left from a prior rescue......
most of the rescuers are volunteers, usually vfd personal that only wish to help keep people and property safe. putting these people at added risk is shameful ,selfish,and stupid...........
and that is someone out at the beach fishing
-
Looks like some colder temps starting next week wonder if it could be on next weekend
-
Go to Syracuse .com and see the helicopter rescue today I can't leave a link I'm on my phone
-
Go to Syracuse .com and see the helicopter rescue today I can't leave a link I'm on my phone
I saw that trapper. Helicopter had to hover over the ice couldn’t even touch down at all
-
Go to Syracuse .com and see the helicopter rescue today I can't leave a link I'm on my phone
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2023/02/amazing-flying-watch-police-chopper-rescue-fisherman-who-fell-through-thin-ice-on-oneida-lake.html (https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2023/02/amazing-flying-watch-police-chopper-rescue-fisherman-who-fell-through-thin-ice-on-oneida-lake.html)
-
Some skilled flying! Glad everyone is ok
-
I guess it's time to start thinking about bullheads I hate it that it's over so soon especially since we had a late start
-
From a guy who normally gets out a couple dozen times or more a season…. and, loves ice-fishing….. I hope the ice blows out and the lake opens up at this point. I pray that next season locks up early and we all can get a full season in!! 😎
-
agree at this point let it clear out
-
Big wind in the forecast, so this should help
-
The wind just started here.
Looking at the forecast there's 2 nights above freezing in the next 2 weeks...
-
I saw that trapper. Helicopter had to hover over the ice couldn’t even touch down at all
If ice couldn’t hold the person being rescued then yes I’d say the helicopter wouldn’t be able to touch down, very good observation
-
lots of large areas that are wide open today
-
I’m marking up my maps for my perch spots that I would hit now through the ice….. my god are those fish in trouble if they’re there!!!😈🎣
-
There is a short live video being shown on
Finger Lakes NEWS FEB 17 2023
News of Several rescues on Oneida Lake
as fishermen try to get out on thin ice by helicopter (video)
-
Triple T Towing was going to get his 4 wheeler out today. Not sure if that will happen.
&t=11s
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
I’m marking up my maps for my perch spots that I would hit now through the ice….. my god are those fish in trouble if they’re there!!!😈🎣
Please feel free to share them once you have them all marked up! LOL
SeanP
-
Please feel free to share them once you have them all marked up! LOL
SeanP
They all have big sticks on them. Just look for the sticks before the ice melts :roflmao:
-
Looks to be someone out of the beach
-
whitecaps where i am she ripped wide open where i am
-
whitecaps where i am she ripped wide open where i am
hopefully the whole lake rips open with the winds all day. Ready to get the boat out at this point
-
What an unbelievable winter….
So depressing
-
Looks to be someone out of the beach
:o
That wind is cranking and white caps are headed that way! I can't see that section breaking up but who knows. They can ride the waves right in to shore.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4XxdsPc/Snap-Shot-20230217-111217.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4XxdsPc)
rocket scientist
-
Time-lapse at Chapman's is showing the ice moving.
https://owc.enterprise.earthnetworks.com/OnlineWeatherCenter.aspx?aid=7300
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWGWPW8g/021720231118-l.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWGWPW8g)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
What an unbelievable winter….
So depressing
you got that right cancelled tournaments, vacations gone bad, disappointed sales in the small shops, etc etc
-
If ice couldn’t hold the person being rescued then yes I’d say the helicopter wouldn’t be able to touch down, very good observation
It was an amphibious chopper would have floated.
-
Please feel free to share them once you have them all marked up! LOL
SeanP
Of course…..😂
-
Now you know how us lake erie guys feel ;D we didn't even smell ice this year and haven't had good ice on east side in 8yrs. It's sad, i can't carry on the tradition as much and as easy as my father did with me.
-
I’m sure the pilot took into consideration if he landed could have made the rescue more difficult
Oneida isn’t the only place to icefish 😉
-
I’m sure the pilot took into consideration if he landed could have made the rescue more difficult
Oneida isn’t the only place to icefish 😉
I know but its a good test of how ice is in the area. When your travel turns from few mins to a few hrs to half a day and getting longer just depressing.
-
, your right it’s depressing to make trips but I enjoy fishing so it’s 4-600 miles a week or stay home and be miserable
And my spud is pretty trust worthy
With all the reports out , things can happen without trying to win a Darwin trophy
-
I enjoy it too much as well Freddie. Hopefully headed north 1 more time next week for the last hurrah😉
-
i just seen a bunch of robins in my yard ....drove by lake neatahwanta in fulton it was 90% ice covered yesterday today 90 % open water
-
The ice is packed in from Cleveland and East. To the West is mostly open water.
-
yeah i only got two fairly good size areas open now everything is packing in...
-
Is the wind enough to pile the ice up on the beach ? Saw it last year after the fact , Thats amazing
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/r00wj2C9/IMG-20230217-170605461.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r00wj2C9)
East side of Lewis Point ice is stacking up. Any one ever wade main lake for prespawn walleye.
-
never had tried but ive got them in the canal prior to march 15
-
i swear ...it looks like 2 shantys out on the beach right now
-
Is the wind enough to pile the ice up on the beach ? Saw it last year after the fact , Thats amazing
No.
-
it's something to watch ice get pushed up on shore
-
Open water out from mill street in constantia
-
never had tried but ive got them in the canal prior to march 15
cant remember the exact year maybe 6-8 years ago we were getting them in fish creek all the way up to Blossvale the last weekend of season. Rather be on ice that time of year that was a close second though
-
i swear ...it looks like 2 shantys out on the beach right now
I saw that on the beach cam earlier NUTS or what
-
I've caught plenty of fish in the canal early march, but I agree ice is better . Can see some guys out on sylvan this morn.
-
there is few out there........... you can't tell were that fillet came from when it comes out of the fry pan ;D
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/fJzrwhWb/IMG-20230218-104038086.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJzrwhWb)
More than a few.
-
Nice pic XC 600 , but why aren’t you out there
-
Crack skipping days are over for me. Broke out the long rods.
-
Crack skipping days are over for me. Broke out the long rods.
Lol I hear that , my long rods are all ready 👍
-
been using the long rods ......
-
i'm thinking go out with a jet ski put tip ups on inner tubes
-
i'm thinking go out with a jet ski put tip ups on inner tubes
I think those Frabill pro tip-ups float so you might just need the jet ski !!
-
Here you go Trapper!😁
-
Just make sure it's within ice fishing season I asked dec about using them on tubes during summer no go there is actually a start and end of ice fishing season for tip up use
-
3 rods per person on soft water and 7 devices during ice season
-
looks like a lot of work to me for a couple bass
-
Anyone ever try planner boards on a river, from the bank? I've thought about it, just never tried.
-
Yes sir a few decades ago on the salmon river we used these
(https://i.postimg.cc/67zmC35J/7903-DEB5-970-F-40-BF-AB3-B-443-B011890-A6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67zmC35J)
No reason 1 of the new boards wouldn’t work for you , they come in different sizes
-
Cool, might allow for a different presentation. You could keep the bait dangling in their face. I'm sure current and flow would dictate how well it worked.
-
i have used the pink lady like freddie is showing and used a homemade planner board in oswego years ago ....they work
-
I’ve seen guys using dipsey divers from the wall in Oswego a few times.
-
I’ve used that pink planer board for big streams targeting trout and trolling lake clear wabblers for Brookies. Never caught a thing with them but they definitely work as they should
-
Seen guys with homemade boards at art park years back in Niagara river with kwik fish 3 way rig behind them would get them way out bring them in slowly and let back out catching rainbows and steal head i personally never tried myself need good heaven rod when doing it there
-
this sucks.....flying home from SC to ice fish and you guys are talking about planer boards.......... :'(
-
I haven’t used them in a river but did fish with them from a pier with spoons and worked! Used a smaller size than the usual walleye board obviously so I could swing it out there far enough without snapping the line.
-
this sucks.....flying home from SC to ice fish and you guys are talking about planer boards.......... :'(
Where ya headed hopefully alot further north than NY
-
I just got home from Lake Placid and still a lot of ice to fish up there from Bonaparte North.
-
Where ya headed hopefully alot further north than NY
bridgeport,ny.......not looking good......
-
They still getting out a little or is it pretty much toast now ?
-
Found one of KP’s perch spots. Shhhh….
(https://i.postimg.cc/tspfLVQg/CDA15-E17-E929-4979-8-A52-6535-CF4-DD90-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tspfLVQg)
-
That looks more like the OL monster coming up for air .....
-
yup first sightening of the year the ogo pogo is well and doing fine!!!!!
-
HEY YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT WILL SHOW UP
was on local news tonight
a day ago
A 4ft alligator has been captured from a lake in a New York park. The reptile - which has reportedly been nicknamed Godzilla - was spotted on Sunday morning by staff in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. They contacted the park's authorities, who then captured the gator in the park's lake. It was later taken to the Bronx Zoo
-
https://abc7ny.com/prospect-park-alligator-brooklyn-lake/12847527/
thats funny same thing happened at whitney point a few years ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2ibozht0zc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2ibozht0zc)
-
Found one of KP’s perch spots. Shhhh….
(https://i.postimg.cc/tspfLVQg/CDA15-E17-E929-4979-8-A52-6535-CF4-DD90-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tspfLVQg)
Damn, nothing is a secret anymore!!😂The big question of the day is…. Did you fish my spot???😁
-
yup first sightening of the year the ogo pogo is well and doing fine!!!!!
a little early for OGGO POGGO!! He usually shows himself to let me know that perch are under him!!!😁
-
For those of us who don't really know can we get the skinny on the OGGO POGGO ? Is he an Onieda creature ? should we be afraid for our children ?
-
I would guess an offspring of Sacandaga Sal...h2l
-
well 62 it's your lucky day i was here when you started asking your questions ....see 62 i am one of the few living men that can claim he was chased by a attacking oggo poggo and i have photographic evidence of this happening!!!!! one picture is worth a 1000 words.....
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDqwGvPX/cicel2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDqwGvPX)
we had to row for our lives and fight off this evil creature of the deep .......the oggo poggo clearly makes the lock ness monster and big foot look like the panseys they are!!!!
when not chasing innocent fisherman the oggo poggo likes to relax and give people tyhe idea he is just a friendly sea monster but i warn you .....don't trust him!!!!
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhbrrTJ0/cecil.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhbrrTJ0)
and as far as children are concern i can honestly say there is no way i would even think about taking a child on oneida lake at this time!!!!!!.....
i highly suggest you all take that warning serously
-
Real nice trapp chasing the competition away 😃
-
OGGO POGGO shows up when Trap and I are busy casting bobbers into the trees while crappie fishing in the spring. Floating, dead fatheads in our minnow bucket are his favorite treat. You should see the tricks Trap has taught him, for those treats. But, only Trapper has ever been able to perform this. Others have tried and failed….I’ll leave the rest of that story for Trap to tell you … he tells it better than I can. 😁
-
looks like the beach is opening up ........lets get da boats out ;D
-
I drove the north shore yesterday to Cleveland….95% is open water. As far as I could see… no ice.
-
looks like the beach is opening up ........lets get da boats out ;D
and looks like heavy west winds tomorrow. should clear the little thats left
-
looks like the beach is opening up ........lets get da boats out ;D
Good luck!
(https://i.postimg.cc/p9kLx8wR/A0111213-EB7-A-4-FF3-BF27-F8-E720-D415-BC.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/p9kLx8wR)
-
you think thats going to freeze back up????
-
What’s that yellow thing I see on a couple days of the forecast?
-
you think thats going to freeze back up????
When did I say that ???
Good luck launching a boat…
-
i can slide mine in anywhere i don't need a launch......
-
i can slide mine in anywhere i don't need a launch......
:thumbsup:
-
i just got thinking with that limit going up to 5 then this really short ice season i bet that walleye population is really not where they hoped to get it
-
just watch out for that big green monster Don't know if I'll ever fish that lake again...............Ya right
He does look scary though
-
i have a oggo poggo repeller i'll let you borrow it :thumbsup:
-
Always good people here
-
Getting my spear ready. :whistle: :whistle:
-
i just got thinking with that limit going up to 5 then this really short ice season i bet that walleye population is really not where they hoped to get it
It’s time for the boat then. Try to help the population out 5@a time. Lol
-
i just got thinking with that limit going up to 5 then this really short ice season i bet that walleye population is really not where they hoped to get it
The perch and walleye take had to be 1/8 of a normal winter?
The local businesses get the real kick in the nuggets.
-
i just got thinking with that limit going up to 5 then this really short ice season i bet that walleye population is really not where they hoped to get it
Don’t worry the boats will help out with that
-
People out in the kayaks yet ?
-
Don’t worry the boats will help out with that
perch first for me ;D
-
People out in the kayaks yet ?
As soon as I figure out how to mount my shack to my kayak.
One of the best parts of ice fishing to me is sitting back in a nice warm shack, no wind, a cooler full of snacks, and a comfy chair. I can get two out of three in my kayak.
-
Getting my spear ready. :whistle: :whistle:
lmao.. right
-
As soon as I figure out how to mount my shack to my kayak.
One of the best parts of ice fishing to me is sitting back in a nice warm shack, no wind, a cooler full of snacks, and a comfy chair. I can get two out of three in my kayak.
Same here man! Love open water fishing….. not this time of year
[/quote]
-
perch first for me ;D
I might try catching a few perch somewhere 😉
-
Good Luck, stay safe....h2l
-
perch first for me ;D
If you don't mind me asking, when you fish for perch after ice out where do you find them - shallow ? I fish a small lake, and when the suckers are spawning the perch follow behind the suckers and I can get them in water less that 3 ft deep. I don't even have to cast. I'm assuming they are eating the sucker spawn .....Do you fish shallow weed beds or something - in a boat or from shore ?? Thanks Trapper
-
i will be fishing shallower then most times around inlets can be good ...most the places i will be going are places i been going for years .......
-
I’m waiting till the lake water temp is 48.31* perfect conditions to track down OGGO for a chance to catch him on a planer board and a 2# white perch rig!!!😈🎣
-
i wouldn't be waiting to long larry that oggo poggo is pretty hungry buddy
-
i wouldn't be waiting to long larry that oggo poggo is pretty hungry buddy
You’re going with me bud!! Bring coffee!😁 Why is it…Im thinking of the JAWS movie and I’m hearing Trap say…”KP, we’re going to need a bigger boat”!😂😂
-
Purgatory…
Through the end of walleye season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGttMHCJ/E41-AB4-CC-1-BC4-4918-BAB7-997-E03-DA8-C8-A.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGttMHCJ)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4BwqD0S/IMG-20230305-114759461.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4BwqD0S)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5Y11pKWr/IMG-20230305-115023521-HDR.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Y11pKWr)
Was worried about Traps Ogo Pogo racing a bite out of me too
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKRKDx7M/maxresdefault.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKRKDx7M)
them darn ole Ogopogos sure like thier venison too!!!!
-
Am I hallucinating or is that someone's portable ice shanty off from Chapman Park? I know it has been a little colder lately but it is hard to believe the ice is safe. I see lots of open water on the North Shore webcam. Well we all have a different comfort level for ice thickness, but it just seems extremely risky to me.
-
i think it is!
-
yes it is looking at him out my window
-
looks like open water right behind him to :o
-
WOW I guess that's all I can say WOW
-
I just drove part of the lake and saw 3 guys out but wasn’t Chapmans
I got out the day before for perch up north lots of sorting, manage a decent meal
-
I'm assuming that the guy came off without issue ?
-
It looks like the walleyes got off pretty easy.
I got out a couple more times in the past 2 weeks and did decent. I tried to get out this afternoon and the little bit of ice that is left is beyond shot.
I guess we were lucky to get on the ice at all this winter.
This was from my last trip last week. I even had a nice surprise. I am guessing the pike was at least 36”. I released it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nXYvgymr/08507512-504-D-4-A88-873-D-2828-DD1134-AA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nXYvgymr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rRr4J3c8/5-BB28569-B315-475-B-AB17-C2-C1-CA447-F08.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRr4J3c8)
-
my God that one perch is a tank!!!!! she's full of eggs ........ she's a breeder i hope ya filleted her ......
-
Well done Bruce
-
Thanks Fred.
Trapper they all got the knife except the pike.
-
i coulda fillet that pike quicker then she swam away ;D
-
i coulda fillet that pike quicker then she swam away ;D
;D
-
Sweet deal reeleyz 👍. Almost made it to the end of walleye season!! Made it out longer than I though anyone would have
-
Beautiful pike Reeleyz! It must have put up a good fight on a walleye pole. I would have had a hard time releasing it, what trapper said. They are delish.
-
Beautiful pike Reeleyz! It must have put up a good fight on a walleye pole. I would have had a hard time releasing it, what trapper said. They are delish.
I could tell immediately that it wasn’t a walleye. It fought more erratic like an Atlantic. It took quite a while to turn the head up the hole. I’m lucky that the spoon was sticking out of her mouth so the line didn’t get bit off.
I have only caught a few pike on Oneida and this is the only one I have ever got through the ice here. I figure they are somewhat rare and might as well let her go.
-
Nice job Bruce!!
-
Nice job Bruce!!
Thanks Bobby.
-
Nice mess of perch bud!! 😎 You didn’t release those nasty walleye with that pike??😁
275 days, 11 hours, 16 minutes and 43 seconds till safe ice!!😁
-
Reeleyz, way to end the season, nice catch....h2l
-
Nice mess of fish, good eats there.
-
Nice fish Reeleyz. Well done!👍
-
I don’t know about the rest of you but I’m
Going to follow Bruce around next ice season 😃
-
I don’t know about the rest of you but I’m
Going to follow Bruce around next ice season 😃
:P
-
i thought we already did and he just didn't know it ??? ???
-
Trapper have you thought about your Bullheads yet ? I would give it a go this week coming but I think all my spots are covered yet.
-
Had a good few weeks on the Big O this year since Chautauqua didn't lock up the way it should. But, I was in the timeout chair again here for a few months, so I guess I've learned my lesson and wasn't able to share reports.
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy 2023.
-
I'm planning an ice fishing trip with a bunch of my buddies looking at different cottages on the lake found a nice one on the west south side of the lake that we are considering but wondering how the fishing is on that end of the lake if it's worth it or if I should just find something on the east side
-
was on the boat yesterday and surface 42 degrees end of the day
-
Thanks cully
-
Lost a few more degrees was 39 yesterday and murky from the wind. Perch were in 12-14' where i was and few eyes on a 15-16' flat.
-
48 DAYS…4 HOURS…13 MINUTES….3 SECONDS TILL SAFE ICE!!!!🎣🕳️😎
-
48 DAYS…4 HOURS…13 MINUTES….3 SECONDS TILL SAFE ICE!!!!🎣🕳️😎
I hope its not that long!!!! Though i would like to get through the late western Duck season before i switch gears!!
SeanP
-
I'm ready
-
37 this afternoon
-
37 this afternoon
Thanks
-
As northern zone deer season winds down, I start checking this board and planning when I can get my gear out and start prepping everything ...
First week of January is looking downright chilly. C'mon ice!
-
I to am looking forward to putting some time on Oneida
-
Hoping for a good year i was formally. Oneida 1 new computer lost everything from old one and my E-mail I originally signed up with his no longer active welcome all back ...
-
I’m ready to get back on Oneida ice. Get ready Freddie!!!😈🎣🕳️
-
Welcome back Oneida
Hey KP after all the talk on rods ,reels , line and lures hope we have some of the right stuff 🤔
-
yup pickerel and white perch the perfect combo :roflmao:
-
Welcome back Oneida
Hey KP after all the talk on rods ,reels , line and lures hope we have some of the right stuff 🤔
I’m beginning to think We should re-think our tactics!!! 🙄
-
yup pickerel and white perch the perfect combo :roflmao:
white perch…. The other white meat!!!😁
-
white perch…. The other white meat!!!😁
Gas money 😃
-
Has money 😃
🙄🤦🏻
-
🙄🤦🏻
I’ll keep them for you to eat 🍽️
-
I’ll keep them for you to eat 🍽️
oh, no you won’t!!! 🤢 😁
-
Is there still fishing access at Jewel. There is no DEC fishing access sign on RT49 and I could not locate the access to the lake through the woods to the lake. I see a gate with posted sign where I thought the access was. ???
-
Is there still fishing access at Jewel. There is no DEC fishing access sign on RT49 and I could not locate the access to the lake through the woods to the lake. I see a gate with posted sign where I thought the access was. ???
Warner rd off 49. I stopped going is that hills too much. Better access elsewhere.
-
I’ll keep them for you to eat 🍽️
I can grab him a couple hundred pounds from champlain in March. Got Larry's address?
-
I can grab him a couple hundred pounds from champlain in March. Got Larry's address?
Omg you want to get us both killed 😜
-
white perch use to be one of my favorite fish
-
lol!! I can sit there on the ice and fight those white perch all day. Crazy fight in them. I’ll stack em up on the ice and give them to the ol buzzard. 😁 I have no desire to clean and eat them.🤢🤮
-
black dot disease is propagated by fish eating birds, they complete the cycle of the parasite. the more you feed them the more chance they can poop into the water and then the fish can get the black dots...
-
Grubber we don’t leave fish on the ice , stacking is a phrase 😉
-
The ol buzzard is my nickname for filetandrelease….we don’t leave fish on the ice unless we intend to keep them. It was a joke…..😁
-
This guy is truly a Richard Cranium
https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016YhoH20RoRuI24U6ka--eX9sBrq8rcWp70nCe_lFZ_dARyW5ApcxI5-Df_8JDm_Tx7brorCiVj1kympgKRXXEMuqHnFnRbDA1uUITJWYftnv7FBSkbhhVu0duy8VPJTjX7cbyFEDKFJk8t_pOeHJoWW2piKP5hSNCIxkxEEbCyWX0utDesJAfJI0UuNCmfY2ez_xbHu6D-9fHpvDM7Vz7Vw8T7c0MN9sB62aXadLeYA=&c=0R4TkZ-7StBxtlL5lMFyh9mkIr8y9kmTKyVmAiYbFB-jGWesvOCxGg==&ch=odEklEMAEqy11DV2pC4XnFYnogqrykJvShib_1c-XdLY5jIhAE6vAg==
-
black dot disease is propagated by fish eating birds, they complete the cycle of the parasite. the more you feed them the more chance they can poop into the water and then the fish can get the black dots...
Regardless of how they get them, fish eating birds EAT FISH and are going to do that anyway.........that has to be the worst argument in the history or arguments .....LOL. Its not like they will say "gee I can't get any fish I think I'll have a burger ....."
-
This guy is truly a Richard Cranium
https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016YhoH20RoRuI24U6ka--eX9sBrq8rcWp70nCe_lFZ_dARyW5ApcxI5-Df_8JDm_Tx7brorCiVj1kympgKRXXEMuqHnFnRbDA1uUITJWYftnv7FBSkbhhVu0duy8VPJTjX7cbyFEDKFJk8t_pOeHJoWW2piKP5hSNCIxkxEEbCyWX0utDesJAfJI0UuNCmfY2ez_xbHu6D-9fHpvDM7Vz7Vw8T7c0MN9sB62aXadLeYA=&c=0R4TkZ-7StBxtlL5lMFyh9mkIr8y9kmTKyVmAiYbFB-jGWesvOCxGg==&ch=odEklEMAEqy11DV2pC4XnFYnogqrykJvShib_1c-XdLY5jIhAE6vAg==
Sounds like a real mental midget ......mensa won't be calling him any time soon ....
-
Regardless of how they get them fish eating birds EAT FISH and are going to do that anyway.........that has to be the worst argument in the history or arguments .....LOL
Ha!
-
It’s Christmas….I’ll play nice.😁 I'm just glad my inner sidekick didn't see that post earlier!!🙄
-
It’s Christmas….I’ll play nice.😁 I'm just glad my inner sidekick didn't see that post earlier!!🙄
Who you trying to fool
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDtFtWqc/IMG-4184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDtFtWqc)
-
I can grab him a couple hundred pounds from champlain in March. Got Larry's address?
🤣 nice try my friend!!!!😁
-
Who you trying to fool
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDtFtWqc/IMG-4184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDtFtWqc)
lol! You make it sound like I’m a bad guy!!!😂
-
Water temp was 38 on Wednesday.
Caught a lawyer trolling. Hadn’t caught one in quite a while.
Also caught this anorexic 25” eye. Biggest of the year.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dDqDtmmW/IMG-8185.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dDqDtmmW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LhN5qYxm/IMG-8187.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LhN5qYxm)
-
Reeleyz is that also called a Bourbot? I've never seen one Have been told that the cold months is when folks actually target them (when they're spawning?)
-
Bruce , do you eat the burbot
-
It’s a lingcod.Or what ever they’re called. 😎😎
All I know is there good eating..✌️✌️
(https://i.postimg.cc/4K1C8qhg/IMG-5048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4K1C8qhg)
-
Ling, burbot, cusk. AKA Lawyer!
Fred - I didn’t keep this one. I have in the past and it is very good. I feel like the population is going down here so I released it.
Remember when people used to leave them on the ice? How stupid was that?! :cookoo: :%$#!:
-
Burbot taste way better than white perch!!😁
-
I do remember seeing them on the ice
What a waste
-
white perch taste like 1.25 to me ;D....... and somebody eats them.................. ...........and i can't believe KP was bragging about throwing fish on the ice like that freddie getting people all worked up!!!! i guess some people just like to get stuff going ....... :roflmao:
-
😂 crazy ol buzzard!!
-
:roflmao:
-
Lmao 🤣
-
lol! You make it sound like I’m a bad guy!!!😂
He wants you to have all the whites.
-
Jon, those two ol buzzards will take all those whites they can get! There’s a bill that was passed… “ The ol buzzard white perch remediation act “ !! Now, you keep talking about catching 350#’s of those fish and, you’re going to acquire two new fishing buds!!!😆 be careful.. one ol buzzard states he’ll bring coffee and snacks if you tow his gear out……🙄😁
The other ol buzzard will tell you to set up between the two of them!!!! 🙄😁 I’m warning you… DON’ T DO IT!!!😂
-
see freddie the kid is trying to cause trouble in here again next he'll be talking about feeding pickerel to seaguls , filling propane bootles is dangerous and defacating in ice holes .........white perch ...makes my gas tank happy ...................... ........
merry christmas
-
The 2 of you kill me 😃
-
😂😂😂😂
-
Merry Christmas Trap!!😎
-
Dagum you 3. WE NEED SOME ICE!!
Though entertaining you geezers need to have a good Xmas and happy new year.
I’ll be back after the new year hopefully we can all get out then.
KP, F&R be nice to the old guy. You know trap is sensitive to those after his whiteys and gills.
We can get a collection going for ya.
Tight lines. Happy holidays
-
merry christmas kp and family ....and that goes for all the folks on here ;D
-
Merry X-mass BP
And all
-
merry christmas kp and family ....and that goes for all the folks on here ;D
Yeah that goes for all of you.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pht9cp69/IMG-5085.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pht9cp69)
🤣🤣✌️✌️🤣✌️
Love ❤️ you guys..😎
-
Jon, those two ol buzzards will take all those whites they can get! There’s a bill that was passed… “ The ol buzzard white perch remediation act “ !! Now, you keep talking about catching 350#’s of those fish and, you’re going to acquire two new fishing buds!!!😆 be careful.. one ol buzzard states he’ll bring coffee and snacks if you tow his gear out……🙄😁
The other ol buzzard will tell you to set up between the two of them!!!! 🙄😁 I’m warning you… DON’ T DO IT!!!😂
I may have to do it just to find out. :tipup:
-
lol!! I can sit there on the ice and fight those white perch all day. Crazy fight in them. I’ll stack em up on the ice and give them to the ol buzzard. 😁 I have no desire to clean and eat them.🤢🤮
i remember one day a few years back filling a burlap bag full of whites out at Sylvan Beach for Freddy.......they make good gas money Fred ;D
-
i remember one day a few years back filling a burlap bag full of whites out at Sylvan Beach for Freddy.......they make good gas money Fred ;D
I remember that day…. First time I met you in person. By the way I added to the ol buzzards total weight that day. He asked for help dragging his gear in…😜
We had one other day I remember whooping those whites, paid for it with torn up hands from gill plates and those sword like spines on the backs of them. 😁
The things we do to help out a friend!!😂
-
And thanks for the hand outs ,
They need to be eliminated as they do take over , I remember when they over
Whelmed lake Neatahwanha
-
I’m ready for a good ol fashioned white perch beat down. It’s been awhile.😁
-
I'm just hopin for some fishable ice in late February :icefish:
-
WAIT!!!!!! you mean you guys really sold those fish ?????? oh that just seems wrong to me .........and KP helped to do it??????
:roflmao: perch pirates
-
I have my right to keep quiet…. 🫢 I didn’t have any idea that those fish were turned into gas money!!!!🙄
-
KP no worries i know for fact freddie would never do anything i wouldn't do
-
😁
-
Still 37 out there. We really need some cold
-
if the temp stays warm my fuel bill will be low i won't burn gas getting to chaumont and i won't have to sell white perch for gas money ........ there is a silver lining to every cloud!!!!!
-
I don't revel in the cost of fuel either, but I DO NEED SOME ICE. Besides, that white perch business is starting to sound like fun. It's time - let it freeze.
Just got done splitting next year's firewood, rebuilt the canoe, cleaned the barn, trapped the field flooding beavers, I'm running out of projects.
-
Just watched a video on the weather channel app. Said that polar vortex is supposed to dip down our way in January. Said we’ll be burying augers by mid February and catching perch on ice till at least second week of April….. 😉
-
I’ve been reading about a SSW and polar vortex move for a few weeks. The weather channel shows 30s and 40s for the next 2 weeks…
In the meantime the boat is still in action.
Surprise fish today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDJHSHkB/IMG-8209.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDJHSHkB)
-
Cool catch Bruce ,
Can’t remember seening any more than 22” of ice in the last 10 years on Oneida
(https://i.postimg.cc/kV2Vbt5H/IMG-4196.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/)
-
Maybe the second half of January we’ll get a solid freeze.
-
Surprise fish today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDJHSHkB/IMG-8209.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDJHSHkB)
Awesome :thumbsup: I've caught them on Ontario, never in Oneida :thumbsup:
-
Just watched a video on the weather channel app. Said that polar vortex is supposed to dip down our way in January. Said we’ll be burying augers by mid February and catching perch on ice till at least second week of April….. 😉
Those idiots at the weather channel dont know a thing.
-
The weatherman is not my friend! Send him 350#’s white perch!!!!😂
-
Those idiots at the weather channel dont know a thing.
Yeah I agree. It’s all about the theatrics now days. That post was supposed to be a joke. Hate to say but I’d be more willing to bet this years ice season on Oneida is very similar to last years
-
Yeah I agree. It’s all about the theatrics now days. That post was supposed to be a joke. Hate to say but I’d be more willing to bet this years ice season on Oneida is very similar to last years
Declined after NBC bought them. Weathernation has better eye candy....
-
First things first. Wishing everyone a happy New Year. This is my first post here since last winter.
I do have a serious question though about access to Big Bay at Keller rd. After putting off going there for 30+ yrs, I made two trips there last year and enjoyed both. I was there during the week and not really too many people were there and there were no problems and guys were pretty good about cleaning up .
But, I heard that access s closed this year? If that is true, how can an old geezer like me get on the ice. I only have a short ice fishing season this year. Getting another knee replacement February 6. I’d like to make the most out of a short window.
-
Big bay marinia last I knew charged for parking , caution there as the ice can be tricky there early ice ,
I personally have not been there in a few years
Someone like Trapp or sully would have more intell
-
They still charge for parking Freddie. That ice, as you mentioned, can be sketchy. Even years prior to these warmer winter starts.
-
big bay marina will be open 5 dollars a day to park put it in the mail box put you plate number on it
big bay marina ...... (315) 676-2223
i don't know about the parking in the garage lot this year if someone can post it here it would be good
-
Is there still fishing access at Jewel. There is no DEC fishing access sign on RT49 and I could not locate the access to the lake through the woods to the lake. I see a gate with posted sign where I thought the access was. ???
I swung in there today and there is a chain with a posted sign across the access. I have also noticed that the DEC access sign has been gone for a while.
When I look on On-x that land shows as government land. I am going to check with the DEC.
(https://i.postimg.cc/cv9fjMLR/IMG-8212.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cv9fjMLR)
-
Thanks Bruce as I like to access that at times , , never thought to check it out when shore casting north shore
-
A hearty Happy New Year to you all. Enjoying all the chat. Too old to get on the ice so this is a second best. We are nearly 1/2 way through our 5 winter months and far from any ice. Does not look good with just 75 days before eye season closes. Cycles mess things up. In 1965 my new bride and I checked our tip ups on New Years Eve at 10 pm. It was 0 and had 18 to 20 inches of ice. Some of the Little Wonder tip up spools were frozen in. Do any of you remember those tip ups ?
-
Hey guys I don’t post a ton here but I did contact Dec about big bay earlier in the year so I thought I’d share the email with all
“ Hi Matt,
I am not sure why OnX shows that location as being public access. I have gotten several other questions asking the same thing this fall. I know that people have used that spot to get on the ice in the past, but it has always been private property with no formal access. The DEC had no involvement such as an easement or other agreement. Either the property changed hands or the current owner no longer wants ice anglers crossing their property. Either way the landowner was entirely within their rights to put up the gate and restrict access.
The only DEC property on Big Bay is the Wildlife Management Area on the opposite shore from where you are talking about.
Let me know if you have further questions,
Scott”
Unfortunately looks like this will remain closed unless someone has a change of heart.
-
That gentleman will never change his mind
-
the land was never a DEC access it was and is town property the town has given permission for anglers to use it and i believe KP has talked to people that understand the situtation better then i do
-
Thanks for all the replies. I also heard that the access was town property so assumed it was. Who knows? Seems a shame. I doubt that the big bay marina will be as good. As you guys mentioned, the ice might not be good there. It also might be too much of a walk for me But, I might just take the drive anyway to check it out.
-
I’ll make that call, again. To confirm whether we have rights to use that access or not. Stay tuned……
-
when you need something taken care of.....call KP !!!!!!
he takes no BS
-
Go get um KP!
-
A reason that big bay marina
May have a chain across is to keep out fall shore casters as his son keeps it for family these days , we shall see what winter brings
-
no big bay marina is open! in fact people are launching boats i talked to him on the phone ....the area thats chained is the culvert access at the turn on keller road you know the guy dug it out so people would fall and get hurt .........the reason no one owns that property is it's a culvert for water .......and it's the road way lol
-
That’s good to know trapp
But don’t get caught casting 😃
-
ohhhhh i see what your saying now ...... i can see where he wouldn't allow casting but ice access is there parking and the launch is still open and he was very nice on the phone
-
Mike was easy going
-
i remember they use to bring burgers hot dogs and hot coffee out on the ice for sale .....that was great
-
When I looked at the access at the end of Keller Rd. at Big Bay on the Oswego Tax Map it does not appear to have a TAX map number. This suggests to me it is not private property. Usually Oswego County tries to get every tax dollar available using the tax map number. https://oswegogis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=166b681573904803b1e23149ad2d195b (https://oswegogis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=166b681573904803b1e23149ad2d195b)
-
I swung in there today and there is a chain with a posted sign across the access. I have also noticed that the DEC access sign has been gone for a while.
When I look on On-x that land shows as government land. I am going to check with the DEC.
(https://i.postimg.cc/cv9fjMLR/IMG-8212.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cv9fjMLR)
Regarding the Jewel access. Here is the DEC response.
“ NYSDEC has an easement at the Jewell location for ice fishing access only. Other people (e.g., nearby/adjacent property owners) have easements for year-round access to the lake at the same location. They typically have a chain across when there is no ice since it is not available to the public. Once ice forms, the chain and signs are moved. Please let me know if there is a chain/sign in place once ice forms on the lake.”
-
Thank you for the clarification about the fishing access at Jewel. Ice fishing access only after ice forms.
-
Thanks Bruce
-
Thanks for doin the leg work reeleyz. Good spot to have in the arsenal. That hill can be rough after a long day on the ice but that’s what keeps it from being another Lewis point s***show
-
Your spot on iceman I rarely go to Lewis point anymore , seems like every time I go there I end up picking other peoples 💩 up or I see the tape torn down and tare up the grass , and of course guys cutting across peoples property when the path to the lake is well marked with sno fence
Rant over 🤔
-
Your spot on iceman I rarely go to Lewis point anymore , seems like every time I go there I end up picking other peoples 💩 up or I see the tape torn down and tare up the grass , and of course guys cutting across peoples property when the path to the lake is well marked with sno fence
Rant over 🤔
And then them are the first ones to complain and wonder why a place gets shut down.. lol. I remember a couple seasons back I seen a 5 gallon pale on the ice out off Lewis with no one around. Went to go grab it and it was full of 💩 literally!! **censored**! That bucket stayed on the ice that day to say the least
-
🤢
-
I made the phone call this morning. I also have someone who has some insight to what the deal is with that access. And, soon as I know, all of you will know. I want the true facts before I/they say anything.
-
you have to be clear we are talking about two different access points here the marina is not the same as the town culvert access
-
I’m talking about the access at Woodworth Road and Keller Road only. I wouldn’t send anybody out of the marina.
-
I have a trip planned and house rented for the weekend Feb. 9th weather is starting to look good from what I see, but looking for some more expert opinions on Oneida lake.
-
I have a trip planned and house rented for the weekend Feb. 9th weather is starting to look good from what I see, but looking for some more expert opinions on Oneida lake.
lot of high wind and warmer temps next week with rain. probably be a bit yet
-
chad the good thing about fishing oneida is if for any reason you can't get on your within a few miles of salmon river or oswego ,go catch some steelies or fish oswego harbor open water for a big walleye .....lot of other water close by that you might be able to fish...good luck if we don't have ice bye feb 9th i'm taking up golf
-
This guy is betting on "No Ice" this year. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/JHhW7y6L/cam-one01.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JHhW7y6L)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
February 9th is a month away
-
Any ice on Oneida yet?? Asking for a friend!!😁
-
Any ice on Oneida yet?? Asking for a friend!!😁
just trying to get the kids out. Let me know. Dm spots and baits etc…
-
Lolol ice lolol
-
Trying to have some fun with you guys!! lol!😂
-
There will be stories by next weekend of people going in for sure
-
There will be stories by next weekend of people going in for sure
We pray not, but, it will happen!! I’ve got a pin rod and reel calling my name to harass steelhead. Guess that’s the gig for the time being. Unless, Trapper is on a hot shore bite somewhere…. I may need to get in on that action with him. 😁
-
got some family business KP but after that i might know a place and we can slide my boat in easy and get right on top of them ;D
but i'd knock the stripes of some steelie too
-
Got 1.5” of ice out in back. Too bad we haven’t had fished stocked in the pond yet to practice my jigging 😤. Still good to see a cap set though.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/v4tNKSpv/IMG-5181.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v4tNKSpv)
Here’s what I found out today….the access has been permanently restricted!! Sorry guys!!!
-
thanks KP ...the marina it is ........ but if you go out from the marina always have a spud and use it i usually hug the shore until i get in aways
-
You’re welcome Trap! This is what I was told today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/56R5nc9z/IMG-5184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56R5nc9z)
-
You’re welcome Trap! This is what I was told today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/56R5nc9z/IMG-5184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56R5nc9z)
The town could always use eminent domain. I think is the term. If the town actually owns it and no one pays taxes. Not sure how much that restricts big bay but it would be an option.
-
i'm just going to go to big bay marina pay them 5 bucks and have a beer and burger when i come off the ice .......truth is it was getting to dangerous to use anyways ......my opinion and i fish there ALOT ....... fisherman (not all) are responcable for alot of this they were noisy waking people up ...the parked in the road to load gear and they were dirty....... what are you going to do????
-
Someday our fellow "sportsmen " will wake up and realize they cannot abuse the ones they depend on to enjoy their sports. I've lost a lot of good places over the years because of the abusers. I know the littering issue has been beat to death, but I'll bet that has a lot do with this spot being lost.
-
Humans are their own worst enemy!!!
-
Kind of a bummer to hear this news
Going to make for a long walk to get to the bay now
Can understand why it got gated..
I once found a zip lock bag at that culvert pipe with a fat human turd inside
Scum bags like that ruin it for the rest
-
i picked up alot of trash along that road and heard some loud and filthy language .......and big bay is a early late spot lot of people walking down that road at 5 am and not being quiet at all....(not everyone in fact most people are very good)
-
Well, there goes another access. Noise and trash probably recked it. I’m tempted to walk from the marina but if it’s more than a half mile walk, can’t do it.
If I go, I won’t take any shortcuts and stay close to shore until I can get in the bay safely.
-
Just fyi there are many if not hundreds of easements on oneida i can think of three on my road alone that dont show any info on tax maps owner etc. They are for people that live on the road that do not have lake access and its in there deeds as a right of way and not open to the general public use. Some do get public use but when areas get abused they get closed
-
Any ice on Oneida yet?? Asking for a friend!!😁
All good, KP. Drove the truck out around the islands and picked up a few shorts. :woot: :cookoo: :cookoo:
-
Just fyi there are many if not hundreds of easements on oneida i can think of three on my road alone that dont show any info on tax maps owner etc. They are for people that live on the road that do not have lake access and its in there deeds as a right of way and not open to the general public use. Some do get public use but when areas get abused they get closed
I think most homes on some streets that ends at the lake have the right to ingress and regress a given lane, it is also for emergency vehicles. There is no parking along those streets . That greatly limits its use.
I don’t see the big fuss every year about the parking at Lewis point. Lots of parking at Sylvan Beach and at the State Park. Most have ice transportation so for a few extra miles they can avoid the hassle and mess.
-
I think most homes on some streets that ends at the lake have the right to ingress and regress a given lane, it is also for emergency vehicles. There is no parking along those streets . That greatly limits its use.
I don’t see the big fuss every year about the parking at Lewis point. Lots of parking at Sylvan Beach and at the State Park. Most have ice transportation so for a few extra miles they can avoid the hassle and mess.
The nice thing about Lewis pt is you can get out off the drop to deep water fast and easy. Not so much at the east end of the lake.. I do see your point and agree. Lot of other places I’d rather launch from
-
If you pull up your nav or map you’ll see several places including Lewis you can find decent fishable water within .5-.6 miles ,
Providing ice is good enough for machines then fishing spots are almost endless
-
I just cant imagine how so many people ice fished for so long without. Snowmobiles, power or electric augers , portable huts, heaters, special ice rods and reels, electronics , cell phones, jigs and so much more, and still caught a lot of fish.
-
Exactly
-
I just cant imagine how so many people ice fished for so long without. Snowmobiles, power or electric augers , portable huts, heaters, special ice rods and reels, electronics , cell phones, jigs and so much more, and still caught a lot of fish.
I don’t have the years in that you do but spent many years without a hut heater and phone and flasher , I manage some fish , but after working outside for years on storm drain , water line and sewer I refused to cut my self short of a few comforts 😉 we always had fun at Dominic’s buying blanks to build our own rods , like a kid in a candy store , still use 1 for flat fish once in a while , back then it was yellow rain suits over carharts and thermals , but were great times
-
And to think we ditched horses for cars lol
-
And to think we ditched horses for cars lol
Omg don’t remind about those hay burners
Bob you going to be around this weekend
-
All good, KP. Drove the truck out around the islands and picked up a few shorts. :woot: :cookoo: :cookoo:
😂😂😂😂
-
I just cant imagine how so many people ice fished for so long without. Snowmobiles, power or electric augers , portable huts, heaters, special ice rods and reels, electronics , cell phones, jigs and so much more, and still caught a lot of fish.
And, people today call themselves “Diehards” 🙄
-
I just cant imagine how so many people ice fished for so long without. Snowmobiles, power or electric augers , portable huts, heaters, special ice rods and reels, electronics , cell phones, jigs and so much more, and still caught a lot of fish.
hahaha - I still don't have any of that - I do use jigs though....but I've never owned a cell phone .... ;D ;D
-
looks like we might be getting some fishable ice next week. I never stepped foot on onieda last year. Sully...
-
Omg don’t remind about those hay burners
Bob you going to be around this weekend
We should probably go back to the good ol days. You were a pro at riding side saddle 😜😂 I’ll be working on Little Deadeyez sled today until 3:00 down at my shop then I have plans after that and tomorrow I’ll be around all day.
-
looks like we might be getting some fishable ice next week. I never stepped foot on onieda last year. Sully...
hey sul how ya doing ....i hope you get on big bay this year i miss you showing me up ...... i still laugh about that
-
hey sul how ya doing ....i hope you get on big bay this year i miss you showing me up ...... i still laugh about that
it's going to be a long walk from the marina. a few bad eggs wrecked it for everyone... Sully...
-
we'll figure something out ....feel bad for the garage parking lot they will lose a ton of money
but the important thing is the trapp sully flat fish rematch!!!!!! if i can stay away from his swinging bucket i have a chance!!!!
-
we'll figure something out ....feel bad for the garage parking lot they will lose a ton of money
but the important thing is the trapp sully flat fish rematch!!!!!! if i can stay away from his swinging bucket i have a chance!!!!
I alost forgot about that !!! We need to get KP. and Fillet involved !! Should be a real show !!! Sully..
-
i think that would be a great idea and anyone that wants to watch us compete...are invited but of course we will expect hot coffee and snacks .......
i have laughed about that day and told people about it ............it's true sul and i sat next to each other and he pulled fish and i couldn't get a hit .....it was crazy ......i think we do need KP and freddie in there too.......for the 2024 bigbay sunfish grudge match
-
I will provide coffee and snacks.
-
KP?🤔 The perch and walleye guy?🤔 Catching panfish?🤔 Against 3 of Oneidas best panfish guys?🤔 You guys are kidding… right??🤣 Think I’ll join Jon, brings snacks and coffee, and watch the show!!!!😁
-
hey i couldn't catch a fish and thats the Gods honest truth
-
Just great pick on a guy that now fishes flats about once every 3-4 years I deserve a handi cap of 24
-
I sense KP is gonna get punished for accepting the challenge, but, OK… I’m in!! I don’t own one panfish rod or jigs for this spectacle. Gonna be interesting!!!😁
-
By the way… I’ve fished with Sully… I’m aware of what he’s capable of.😁
-
Just great pick on a guy that now fishes flats about once every 3-4 years I deserve a handi cap of 24
Release gets no respect!
-
I've had days like Trapper one day a buddy can't catch a fish sitting next tor another day I could buy a bite sitting right next to him as he pulls them out left and right all same jigs and bait
-
I've had days like Trapper one day a buddy can't catch a fish sitting next tor another day I could buy a bite sitting right next to him as he pulls them out left and right all same jigs and bait
no no you don't understand ..... this wasn't just a bad day i used the same jigs same technec sul even shared holes he droped bang sunfish me nothing ...... it was the funnest thing i had ever seen ......but in all honesty sul was the only person i seen catching fish period also later i found out he had his spikes blessed by the priest....anyways it was a good laugh KP no worrys i have extra brim rods and jigs your all good.................. ........... all fish will be donated to the trapper retirement fund
-
Thanks Trap… but I have rods. Just wanted you guys to feel sorry for me and let me use the gear sully uses to be competitive!! lol!
I heard somewhere once that sully has panfish blood in his veins!😁
-
I was stuck between boots and De Bouise ages ago had to get up and find another group of fish to catch
KP i have a few panfish rods and a few jig boxes , tied up another rod last night from a top section of a ugly stick fly rod , if I remember I gave Josh 36” panfish rod a few years
-
I was stuck between boots and De Bouise ages ago had to get up and find another group of fish to catch
KP i have a few panfish rods and a few jig boxes , tied up another rod last night from a top section of a ugly stick fly rod , if I remember I gave Josh 36” panfish rod a few years
Two of the original panfish pros.
Yes, Josh has two of your panfish rods… in our archives!😎
-
you guys are killing me....down here in sunny SC.......fishing has been fairly good...lots of short flounder.....some nice reds and trout ......sea trout and red fish are great eating, very similar to walleye.....flying home on feb. 20th to fish for a week....are we thinking there might be ice to walk on
-
just looked at Oneida lake north shore cam.....2 footers.....can't believe that person hasn't taken their hoist and docks out
-
you guys are killing me....down here in sunny SC.......fishing has been fairly good...lots of short flounder.....some nice reds and trout ......sea trout and red fish are great eating, very similar to walleye.....flying home on feb. 20th to fish for a week....are we thinking there might be ice to walk on
YES sea trout an weakfish taste like walleyes to me too .........i like the fluke better myself
-
just looked at Oneida lake north shore cam.....2 footers.....can't believe that person hasn't taken their hoist and docks out
maybe a bubbler ?????
-
Just fyi there are many if not hundreds of easements on oneida i can think of three on my road alone that dont show any info on tax maps owner etc. They are for people that live on the road that do not have lake access and its in there deeds as a right of way and not open to the general public use. Some do get public use but when areas get abused they get closed
Usual problem with easements and right of way is you can go in and out, drive if a driveway but you cannot park on an easement or right of way.
-
just looked at Oneida lake north shore cam.....2 footers.....can't believe that person hasn't taken their hoist and docks out
.
I said the same thing last week. Does anybody know if he's okay? Vines are over grown on the deck too.
I guess the Sylvan Beach Cams are down too because the bath house being rebuilt. >:(
Link to new web Cam for Bernard's Bay: https://www.northernchateau.com/w/webcam86.html
(https://i.postimg.cc/18zsT9pC/camgd.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18zsT9pC)
-
Sylvan beach web cam is out right before things get good as usual. Here we go again 🙄
-
.
I said the same thing last week. Does anybody know if he's okay? Vines are over grown on the deck too.
I guess the Sylvan Beach Cams are down too because the bath house being rebuilt. >:(
Link to new web Cam for Bernard's Bay: https://www.northernchateau.com/w/webcam86.html
(https://i.postimg.cc/18zsT9pC/camgd.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18zsT9pC)
I have a friend that lives a few houses down from there. I will check.
Thanks for the link to the new cam.
-
no no you don't understand ..... this wasn't just a bad day i used the same jigs same technec sul even shared holes he droped bang sunfish me nothing ...... it was the funnest thing i had ever seen ......but in all honesty sul was the only person i seen catching fish period also later i found out he had his spikes blessed by the priest....anyways it was a good laugh KP no worrys i have extra brim rods and jigs your all good.................. ........... all fish will be donated to the trapper retirement fund
Does the trapper retirement fund accept the 5 pal of whites too.
I’ll cook some hot food, someone said they already got the coffee.
-
KP- just use that MH wicked 13 of yours with a spring bobber and no need to reel. They’ll catapult right out of the hole on the hookset. I remember my first catch with that rod 😂
(https://i.postimg.cc/7fCwby4R/IMG-0341.png) (https://postimg.cc/7fCwby4R)
-
let's do this !!! Larry, Freddy, and Trapper are all great fishermen. I've fished with Larry, and Trapper. Never wjth Freddy. We could never get hooked up. I'm the one that popped the swan that Freddy, and Coach were sneaking around the south shore with. This should be a hoot if we can get past all the complaining that release will be doing. By the way Larry, I will be using the jigs you poured me !! And Trapper make sure you bring your basket. We might need the extra room for the flats the three of us will be catching !!! All we need now is some good ice !! Sully...
-
KP- just use that MH wicked 13 of yours with a spring bobber and no need to reel. They’ll catapult right out of the hole on the hookset. I remember my first catch with that rod 😂
(https://i.postimg.cc/7fCwby4R/IMG-0341.png) (https://postimg.cc/7fCwby4R)
Lol! Those rods are nasty!!
-
Sounds like fun boys!! The white perch go to Trap!!😁
-
now larry i can 100% guarantee you that all the fish that gets donated to the trapper retirement fund will be eaten by someone!!!!
-
now larry i can 100% guarantee you that all the fish that gets donated to the trapper retirement fund will be eaten by someone!!!!
Never a doubt in my mind bud!😁
-
Just as everyone else here... hoping she locks up SOOOON
-
And now we wait.
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/26BRuo6sLetdllPAQ/200w.gif?cid=6c09b9529r16k818opcbb2jyvupli1vj74pcju1rhda4qffs&ep=v1_gifs_search&rid=200w.gif&ct=g)
Who am I kidding. It's going to freeze over and we'll get like 2-3 inches, which will melt next week when its 45 and raining.
-
And now we wait.
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/26BRuo6sLetdllPAQ/200w.gif?cid=6c09b9529r16k818opcbb2jyvupli1vj74pcju1rhda4qffs&ep=v1_gifs_search&rid=200w.gif&ct=g)
Who am I kidding. It's going to freeze over and we'll get like 2-3 inches, which will melt next week when its 45 and raining.
Unfortunately, it’s not looking great.
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7Z1fL8H/IMG-8239.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7Z1fL8H)
-
yup i would guess by Sunday morning it will be locked up 2 or 3in only to be wide open by Wednesday ...........
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/nX3fdNhN/IMG-20240115-163810256.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nX3fdNhN)
It's a start
-
Taken from FB. Parking is now limited at the Beach. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/K37S5Hj4/420139355-10231666671433944-2142301978545600392-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K37S5Hj4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGKS4Jkw/419713516-10231666671153937-3905675006761062133-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGKS4Jkw)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Did they limit parking for the casino too?
-
Did they limit parking for the casino too?
Not sure. ??? Some were saying it's so the contractors have access for the bath house rebuild. :blink:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
With limited parking and no cameras all winter I’m hoping the locals can let people know when ice is safe to walk on so we (not locals) can get some fishing in. Thank you in advance
-
Salmon/Steel Head fishermen, I live on the Salmon River in Pulaski and have prime access to several famous fishing holes like the staircase right at the end of my driveway with plenty of room to park. What I'm looking for in return is private access to the North or South shore of Oneida (Preferably Both) for the upcoming Ice season. As I'm sure many of you are aware social media has quickly made it extremely difficult to find parking even for locals! Parking and access have gotten increasingly worse over the last 5 years maybe more. Yes, I could just get up earlier, but I have a 4 and 6 year old that accompany me quite frequently and unfortunately, they don't have the longevity of an adult so it's not uncommon that I find myself making a trip back to Pulaski to drop them off. Several times in the past 2 years we have been blocked in making it difficult to leave for various reasons (people lack common sense/decency these days but I won't get into that). I assume with the late start to the season this year the parking is only going to get worse so I'm offering a trade of sorts, fishing access for fishing access!! Send me a PM if you are interested, I've been Ice fishing for over 30 years and know Oneida very well, we don't need anything other than parking, you won't hear us in the morning, and we ALWAYS pick up after ourselves as I would expect from people using my front yard for parking as well. Of course, making a few new Ice fishing partners is always welcome!! I will probably post this on a few other pages for places that we frequently fish as well, although I wish I didn't have to.... thanks, social media!!
-
With limited parking and no cameras all winter I’m hoping the locals can let people know when ice is safe to walk on so we (not locals) can get some fishing in. Thank you in advance
rlejr you might consider looking at the New York reports and conditions page on ice shanty to see if anyone posts any conditions for Oneida Lake.
-
There is 2 guys on big bay now !!!! :o :o 1 1/2" of ice . Not very smart !!! Sully...
-
Fishin-mission: thanks for the advise i new I could count on local to help
-
There is 2 guys on big bay now !!!! :o :o 1 1/2" of ice . Not very smart !!! Sully...
🤦🏻
-
still wide open mid lake south shore lots of ducks and geese around tho
-
I can’t believe anyone is surprised
-
if a 1 1/2 will hold 2 dumb a--es how much do we need for a snowmobile????
-
Just nature removing the dumb #####
-
you went fishing on a inch and a half of ice?????
(https://i.postimg.cc/bScHgzgH/192-300x300-Front-Color-NA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bScHgzgH)
-
Got his 1 min of fame , He made 9 news 🤪
(https://i.postimg.cc/Lgj0qQHK/IMG-4223.jpg)]
(https://postimg.cc/Lgj0qQHK)
-
you went fishing on a inch and a half of ice?????
(https://i.postimg.cc/bScHgzgH/192-300x300-Front-Color-NA.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bScHgzgH)
I've been one of the conservative types that wanted at least 4", more comfortable with 6-8", before I ventured out. And I couldn't find a spud for the longest time (Doc's in Honeoye had them last time I was in), so another rule I always tried to follow was I'm not going to be the first one out there. A few years back, I decided to drive down to Canadice Lake, I always fished for trout through the ice when I lived in PA, and Canadice is the closest trout lake to me in WNY. I got down there, and there were two guys in the center of the lake off the south end canoe launch. So I packed the sled and headed down through the woods. Out on the ice, I followed the footprints out to an abandoned hole in about 30 feet of water, got out my mini-gaff, and measured a scant 2 inches. I was there so I put a jig rod in. I noticed the two guys in the center of the lake walking towards me, and I backed away as they approached. They hollered over to ask if I was unfriendly, I shouted back that I was only on 2 inches of ice. I packed up soon after and backtracked off, no way I was cutting another hole in only 2 inches.
-
in my younger days i did some stupid poop now i would have never made it out that far much less set a rod up....... use the spud!!!! the life you save will be your own!!!!!
-
main lake south shore still Wide open boys
-
3 mile bay to the islands and back to Johnson’s bay has open water areas.
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/wyMMj0Tb/IMG-20240118-170247432.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyMMj0Tb)
Should make for som good ice if it lasts. Still a few open spots.
-
Taken from FB. Parking is now limited at the Beach. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/K37S5Hj4/420139355-10231666671433944-2142301978545600392-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K37S5Hj4)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGKS4Jkw/419713516-10231666671153937-3905675006761062133-n.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGKS4Jkw)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
Took a ride after work today and stopped into the beach. So you can still park in the main parking lot they just don’t want you parking by the casino. That lot is huge and even on the busiest days iv only seen it half full so space shouldn’t be a problem. It’s just gonna be a farther walk to get on at the beach or ya goda go down the rocks. As far as ice goes. It was locked as far as I could see from the binos but it wasn’t much at all. Looked very similar to the pic XC 600 just posted. I never even got out of the truck if that says anything. Take that info as you will….
-
Cool Video. :thumbsup:
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
that was great ....very cool thanks
-
that was great ....very cool thanks
It was ,thanks for sharing, , be careful disturbing wild life
-
that was great ....very cool thanks
x2!!😎
-
Not my videos :o Just sharing from FB pages. There are some good ones posted but unable to share because being posted in private groups.
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Thanks Zeker now I don't have to swim out there to check the ice :thumbsup:
Just curious though: how far away can one control a drone?
-
Thanks Zeker now I don't have to swim out there to check the ice :thumbsup:
Just curious though: how far away can one control a drone?
by the law it has to be in eyesight, but will work up to a several miles away depending on the drone
-
Not my videos :o Just sharing from FB pages. There are some good ones posted but unable to share because being posted in private groups.
I understood it wasn’t yours just saying
Just putting it out there that it could be an issue
-
Just got word rescue off BB this morning
-
imagine my surprize
-
Hi, was that news ( from the news ) ? Or special intel ?
-
Hi guys, coming in from out of town, noticed there was ice on the webcams. Do you think there will be enough for a machine by the weekend?
Tightlines!
(https://media.tenor.com/ZyMMQ57tUnoAAAAM/21jump-street-21.gif)
-
I was on big bay this morning. There was no rescue there.
-
Hi guys, coming in from out of town, noticed there was ice on the webcams. Do you think there will be enough for a machine by the weekend?
Tightlines!this is a joke, right
(https://media.tenor.com/ZyMMQ57tUnoAAAAM/21jump-street-21.gif)
-
I was on big bay this morning. There was no rescue there.
Ok thanks trying to confirm if there was a rescue on the lake
-
I heard from someone yesterday that heard of a rescue off of the south shore somewhere. I was working on the east end of lakeshore rd yesterday and it was all open water in front of there. This morning I saw 2 guys out by Frenchman’s island that looked like they walked off the south shore. 5 huts in front of Constantia this morning about 100 yards out from the access by circle k. In front of scriba creek was open water yesterday. The group of fisherman I saw this morning were just west of scriba creek but not far out at all as I mentioned.
-
There was a rescue on sodus bay this am.
-
The spot I was going to check this afternoon has a wide open strip of water now. Patience!
-
Yeah I hear ya Bruce. Everyone use caution while heading out to check spots.
-
Yes. I was hoping it was pretty obvious.
-
You joke but I bet there is a snow dog somewhere on that lake by Sunday 😂
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/3WnvXdxv/IMG-4227.png) (https://postimg.cc/3WnvXdxv)
-
Another awesome video. Be safe out there. SPUD, SPUD, SPUD.
https://www.syracuse.com/outdoors/2024/01/watch-oneida-lake-ice-up-for-the-first-time-in-2024-video.html?fbclid=IwAR32Obym5r2ixLNVU4sU9DviArsixZHwA7G0FL4ef4sos1IUSwiUDHE4gfE
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Nice
-
thanks man that was great zeker
-
thanks man that was great zeker
Again, not my videos. Just sharing from "Social Media"
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
That was cool
-
Yo Zeker
Ditto what Trap and Freddy said. That was awesome. Thank you for sharing that with us.
Boggey
-
Zeker: really appreciate that great video lots of info there
-
I see people out in front of Oneida Shores
-
They have been out of
constantia for 3 days Ive heard.
-
I really wanted to get in Oneida but decided to try my small water spot instead. Had fun but lost my last jig from the past on a pickerel at the hole. Felt great to get out but wow, 6 degrees is cold even in a heated shanty.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xXjCLKHg/IMG-0405.png) (https://postimg.cc/xXjCLKHg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/jLcqqL9f/IMG-0408.png) (https://postimg.cc/jLcqqL9f)
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/vg5g0Gmv/IMG-0389.png) (https://postimg.cc/vg5g0Gmv)
-
glad ya had some fun greenhornet ...nice perch too!
-
Thanks Trapper, I didn’t slaughter them but caught enough for some great fish tacos. My new favorite meal when I get a light catch. 3 perch filleted and chunked up and beer battered makes more than enough tacos for me. Just finished eating them!
(https://i.postimg.cc/67nrb8B8/IMG-0409.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67nrb8B8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0MGCjb4T/IMG-0410.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0MGCjb4T)
-
I agree GH. I love fish tacos. Those look great! Making me hungry lol
-
now that looks like a darn good dinner to me :thumbsup:
-
GH73, that taco looks delicious!
What type of sauce is on that?
Doesn’t look like tartar.
-
GH73, that taco looks delicious!
What type of sauce is on that?
Doesn’t look like tartar.
It’s chipotle mayo. Just threw in some lime juice, paprika, chili powder, salt and chipotle seasoning. It goes really well with the fish. I can post the ratios if anyone wants to know how to do it. Also, the fish is my Mountain Dew fish fry mix you guys really need to try if you like beer batter. It sounds gross but it loses all the flavor and sweetness of the soda but retains the high carbonation and sugars that make it work so well. I posted it in the Fish and Game Recipe section last year on LOU.
-
Tons of people on lake td
-
I measured 5-6” in north bay this morning roughly 300 yards from shore. Although I wouldn’t recommend it I did see 1 snow dog Saturday morning and 3 this morning 😜. Pritty hot bite Saturday morning little slower today. I’m blaming rising barometric pressure but who knows. I seen quite a bit of people fishing the canal in the 3 spots I checked on way home too. Did not check the ice on the canal
-
Hey iceman so how many is a hot bite 😉
-
Hey iceman so how many is a hot bite 😉
Breakfast at Flo’s 🤣
-
Due to kid duty I could only fish from 6-845 Saturday morning but picked up this bucket with 1 13” perch
(https://i.postimg.cc/tZ6MWz1M/IMG-0557.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZ6MWz1M)
Fished this morning 6-1130 and only picked up this batch
(https://i.postimg.cc/hfYZyw95/IMG-0563.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hfYZyw95)
Either way what a beautiful weekend to be on the ice. Wind was at a minimal
-
Dandy perch 👍 I’m jealous I was on snow removal 😱
-
I really wanted to get in Oneida but decided to try my small water spot instead. Had fun but lost my last jig from the past on a pickerel at the hole. Felt great to get out but wow, 6 degrees is cold even in a heated shanty.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xXjCLKHg/IMG-0405.png) (https://postimg.cc/xXjCLKHg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/jLcqqL9f/IMG-0408.png) (https://postimg.cc/jLcqqL9f)
And THATS why I hate pickerel - hahahaha I didn't kill them either but I got a 14" perch which was my 2nd biggest ever out of the small lake I fish .... + 4 more and 3 bass from 14-18"" - didn't have a shanty or heater but catching those kept me warm ....
-
Is App's open? If yes do they have any buckeyes? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
-
Drive by there today and he was open
-
And THATS why I hate pickerel - hahahaha I didn't kill them either but I got a 14" perch which was my 2nd biggest ever out of the small lake I fish .... + 4 more and 3 bass from 14-18"" - didn't have a shanty or heater but catching those kept me warm ....
I’ve still never caught a perch over 12”. I love fishing in a shanty but definitely caught more fish before I had one. I kept warm by moving and drilling new holes which helped me stay on the fish. I remember one year back in the 90’s when I entered an 11” perch frozen solid from my bucketful when nobody else had caught more than 3 or 4 fish. It was a single digit day and the wind was blowing close to 20. Literally fished from sunrise until the 4:00 deadline. All I had was a bucket to sit on. I was disqualified because they didn’t believe I could have caught all those fish in those conditions. Would have won a free mount of the fish and some cash, oh well. I got to ice fish almost every day back then.
-
Got out today for a few hours. Tried a spot I’ve never fished on Oneida and managed to find some fish. Hopefully the ice holds on through this warmup.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdcrsMh2/IMG-0821.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdcrsMh2)
-
Great job Bobby! That looks like a heck of a good few hours!!!
-
Not my picture or grandpa but maybe one of you might know him..
(https://i.postimg.cc/t1kkj2Mr/IMG-5450.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t1kkj2Mr)
-
Great job Bobby! That looks like a heck of a good few hours!!!
Absolutely
-
Thanks guys. Ice was around 4 inches in the spot I was at. Ran into an area with just under 2 inches. So I didn’t venture where I wanted to go. Figured there would be more reports with the amount of people out there the past few days. That’s a cool picture Dom!
-
nice bucket of perch
-
Nice job Bob.✌️✌️👍👍
-
Awesome catch!
-
well i made it out three times in last week not much for walleye eyes but did very well on perch all 3 times, but after today what little ice we have will not last long and def will not be safe so until a cold snap i am done most ice i found was maybe 4in and saw as little as 2in.....
-
thanks oneida ....not what i want to hear but good info to know
-
Good work, Snoop!!🎣
-
Iceman and DeadEyes! Woo Hoo! it's nice to see some fish in buckets! Glad you each had a safe and successful trip out and back. Bet it was glad to get your feet on the ice again and back on solid ground again too.
It's not just ice fishing, it's an adventure! Hopin' it gets cold again for you guys, be safe.
Fun stuff, I miss it...
Send pictures, lmao ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{{{*> ><{{{{{*> ><">
-
Not my picture or grandpa but maybe one of you might know him..
(https://i.postimg.cc/t1kkj2Mr/IMG-5450.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t1kkj2Mr)
Cool pic! I went to high school with a couple Delahunts. Wonder if they were related to the gentleman in the picture. They lived on the north shore of Oneida Lake.
-
Nice fish!
This rain just won’t stop so remember them
-
Decided to take half a personal day from work today and blew out at noon before the lake turns to a mess. Man I’m glad I did! Bite was 🔥 330-530. Fished with 2 buddys less than 100 yards away who also picked up a limit of eyes and a few nice perch. Fished messenger bay. Found an average of 4” of beautiful ice. It’s to bad it’s not gonna get below freezing tonight to lock that 2” of slop up on top or we would really be on to something 🙄
(https://i.postimg.cc/zVfnGhBZ/IMG-0571.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zVfnGhBZ)
-
Iceman and DeadEyes! Woo Hoo! it's nice to see some fish in buckets! Glad you each had a safe and successful trip out and back. Bet it was glad to get your feet on the ice again and back on solid ground again too.
It's not just ice fishing, it's an adventure! Hopin' it gets cold again for you guys, be safe.
Fun stuff, I miss it...
Send pictures, lmao ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{*> ><{{{{{*> ><{{{{{*> ><">
That’s exactly right dug. I also enjoy the adventure and camaraderie with some good friends as much as the actual fishing
-
Well done iceman 👍
-
ice great job
-
Well done iceman 👍
X2
-
Awesome job iceman! It’s definitely to bad this ice is going to crap 😟
-
it won't take much and it will be back and be better
-
Thanks guys. Be nice if that wind stays at a minimum the next handful of day to maybe leave a little bit of a base for next weeks cold to build off 🤞……time will tell
-
Not Oneida lake but Shane sent me this picture of K.C. He caught this walleye on a pink worm in the school house pool on salmon river. Thought it was pretty cool!
(https://i.postimg.cc/w15Q0LLW/image000000.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w15Q0LLW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GjzxZSG/IMG-0028.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GjzxZSG)
-
That’s an odd catch for that far up river…
Freddie, how many times has this happened in your years on the river?
-
That’s a cool catch , can’t say I have ever heard of an eye caught up river , i caught 1 near the mouth ages ago
-
i never even heard of a walleye up that far
-
That is awesome! At least somebody is catching some walleyes in this garbage weather. ;D
-
With the present weather pattern we’re having… that ice on our lake is going to turn to crap quick. It wasn’t great to start with… Please use your best judgement and don’t take chances. Ol man winter will flip the switch again I’m sure!! Stay safe!!😎
-
even if you found good ice it can go bad right under your feet ...stay safe ....no fish is worth it
-
Very true I have been on ice that was solid in the morning and almost couldn't get off in the afternoon
-
even if you found good ice it can go bad right under your feet ...stay safe ....no fish is worth it
Absolutely had to get off Canandaigua 2 years ago and not an hour after we got off where we were at was open water
-
Very true I have been on ice that was solid in the morning and almost couldn't get off in the afternoon
Same here , was fishing off sylvan beach , was on solid ice , checked a couple times ice ok, had 2 guys fishing with me one said your spud is melting in around 2:00 I took it and drove it through 9”s of black ice which started to have that grayish look with 1 strike right through
I picked our way in single file can’t believe I didn’t drop in , yes the old pucker was in full tightness , never so glad to be on shore lol, 1/4 mile is long way back on questionable ice
Ask HT how much fun that was 🤪
-
Cool pics of kc !! He lives just down the road from me. I sent him a PM last week and hadn't heard back, now I know he's been busy!
-
well i got wet this morning ....no i didn't go threw but i slipped went on my butt and got soaked ....small water but the ice is going there too.....
-
Trapp Glad you didn’t get hurt
-
what hurt me was i had my old carhartt bibes on lol and they are not waterproof lol ...don't worry they have been removed from the truck and replaced ........
-
Couple more
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Several people were rescued from the ice on Devils Lake on Monday after two vehicles broke through. Ramsey County Sheriff Bryan Lang tells Valley News Live the two separate incidents took place before 7:30 a.m. on January 22.
(https://i.postimg.cc/G4bwcJ66/IMG-4239.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G4bwcJ66)
-
Not Oneida lake but Shane sent me this picture of K.C. He caught this walleye on a pink worm in the school house pool on salmon river. Thought it was pretty cool!
(https://i.postimg.cc/w15Q0LLW/image000000.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w15Q0LLW)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7GjzxZSG/IMG-0028.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7GjzxZSG)
Let me say I was quite surprised when I caught that walleye. There were about 6 guys around me, mostly walleye fishermen from the Oneida area. They all went nuts. Had more pics taken of that walleye than any steelhead I ever caught. The stats on this walleye. 27 1/2", 17" girth and weighed 9.28 lbs. And it was quite tasty.
[/quote]
-
well i got wet this morning ....no i didn't go threw but i slipped went on my butt and got soaked ....small water but the ice is going there too.....
You need to wear your ice spikes all the time. I slipped on the ice back in 2018 and fractured my elbow. of course my creepers were in my sled not on my feet.
I always where microspikes now.
-
Cool pics of kc !! He lives just down the road from me. I sent him a PM last week and hadn't heard back, now I know he's been busy!
Sorry Dave, I haven't been on this page in a while. Ice conditions have not got me excited yet.
-
KC that is a great looking walleye, very dark and sort of knarly looking. Congratulations! It made me wonder why walleye don't show up more often in the Salmon River. They are abundant in the Oswego River in the Spring (and other times present). I don't know if they are successful in spawning in the Oswego River as they can't get past the first dam. Why isn't the Salmon River an ideal spawning site for walleye? Anyone?
-
Congrats on that catch KC! Thanks for sharing the measurements on that fish. 17 inch girth! Wow!
-
Heavy eye for its length 👍
-
Heavy eye for its length 👍
Real heavy for its length Freddie I have caught numerous walleyes 24"+ that are usually 3-6 lb range..that's an absolutely beautiful fish
-
Kc, nice walleye...h2l
-
BTW kc the perch flies you tied for the local crew were on fire!
-
i know i caught 28 inch eyes that were 9 pounds plus so yeah pre spawn female she looks like a pig thats a good one kc .....looks like a ontario walleye :thumbsup:
-
KC that’s a nice walleye, congrats.
-
BTW kc the perch flies you tied for the local crew were on fire!
I haven't tied them since I gave you that bunch. Let me know if you need more.
I sent you a PM
-
KC did that fish have eggs?
Caught a pretty big one few days ago on another body of water and no milt or eggs. Was surprised.
-
Yes, she was full of eggs
-
Years ago I caught I small Muskie on an egg sac in the Trestle Pool, not surprised by the walleye but that’s a fun catch.
-
Just talked to a river guide , he told me he had caught a couple eyes over the years in the top portion of the river
-
Just talked to a river guide , he told me he had caught a couple eyes over the years in the top portion of the river
I have buddy’s that use to catch them in fish creek in some of the deeper holes as far up as Blossvale in middle of summer every now and again. I use to hammer them pritty good in the Mohawk River between delta dam and the canal too. Guess that makes sense though once there in there they can really only go down into the canal if they dump over the falls there in town. That was over 15 years ago though. Dont have the time to chase them all summer like I use too..
-
Walleye stage in every river mouth to spawn in the area chaumont isn’t the only system where they will set up they might not go up the river that far to spawn but will sniff out running water
-
I took a tour around the lake today. I saw areas of open water and ice that looks like it won’t recover anytime soon. The extended forecast doesn’t look like ol man winter wants to play anytime soon. The spud went through the ice, in the areas I accessed, with very little effort. wish I had better news for you all. I did witness people on the ice… in one area on the lake only. But, I’m not going to give that info up at this time due to conditions. There is ice elsewhere in the state, but, I’m not chasing it. Open water is calling my name for the time being. Stay on top!!😎
-
thanks for the observations KP
-
thanks for the observations KP
👍🏻
-
thanks for the observations KP
X2
SeanP
-
Kind of sad that oneida is like this in January. I spent some quality time yesterday putting new line on my perch rods. Looks like I’ll be out sooner than I expected.
-
Kind of sad that oneida is like this in January. I spent some quality time yesterday putting new line on my perch rods. Looks like I’ll be out sooner than I expected.
The problem is... we kinda caught in the middle right now.. no ice safe to walk on but launches are froze over
-
Is the new launch on the canal frozen?
-
Is the new launch on the canal frozen?
The canal is wide open however you would be limited to just the canal. Besides the shore line and a few little spots here and there the whole east end of the lake is still locked pritty good. Stuck in purgatory again 🙄
-
Looks like this was a bad idea. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8JMdVyB/cam-one01-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8JMdVyB)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
Looks like this was a bad idea. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8JMdVyB/cam-one01-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8JMdVyB)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
[/quote
LOL - thats for sure
-
To let some of you know if thinking about chaumount , my bud was there yesterday and things got pretty touchy
(https://i.postimg.cc/qzW7MJQn/IMG-4253.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qzW7MJQn)
Guess some went through this morning
As the ice skimmed over all are ok from what I’ve been told
Thanks KP for sending that to me as I don’t do FB
-
I can't personally speak about this lake but will generalize about the situation of our outdoors activities. Yeah, slobs will be slobs but that's not really the underlying issue.
It's about a ME generation that wants it all for their selves.
You can knock on a hundred doors and in today's world, NO is the answer, no matter how respectful you are.
Folks these days feel entitled to what's mine is mine and I'm not sharing. It's sad...
A lot of areas I ice fish are from non residents that own summer camps. They are rarely there in the winter but ask them for permission to access through their property without intrusive to them, the answer is 99% NO !!
I feel for the younger generation that wants to enjoy, promote sportsmanship and possibly provide for their families down the road.
Good luck
-
Hot tuna your right getting tougher and tougher to get permission , I have lost spots do to other people on more than 1 lake and stream
-
I don’t really see how a private land owner not giving you permission to access through their property makes them the villain
-
Not saying they are villains, just not the friendly type to others who might not have the opportunity otherwise.
Think about it, should the entire world be much better off in a gated community and fencing in everything they own just to keep others out ? Humm.
I totally understand the trashing or disrespectful but those problems are usually easily solved without Fences and gates
-
Not saying they are villains, just not the friendly type to others who might not have the opportunity otherwise.
Think about it, should the entire world be much better off in a gated community and fencing in everything they own just to keep others out ? Humm.
I totally understand the trashing or disrespectful but those problems are usually easily solved without Fences and gates
I pretty sure that person pays taxes and it's their choice if they want anyone in their property. Also if you get hurt on their property it goes on their insurance can't blame someone for not wanting you on their property
-
I pretty sure that person pays taxes and it's their choice if they want anyone in their property. Also if you get hurt on their property it goes on their insurance can't blame someone for not wanting you on their property
I was going to post the exact same thing - thanks for saving me the time ;D.....and its not as easy to fix as he thinks it is - I speak from experience. If its someone else's land I stay off unless I have permission - and even then I leave the land better than it was when I got on it....even if my land has a seasonal dwelling its my seasonal dwelling. No one else has any right to be there unless I give them permission....I let people access my land to ice fish for a few years, in spite of the trash they left behind almost daily, until 1 day when some guy didn't like where I parked to ice fish (on MY land), and left me a nasty note complaining that it made it too hard for him to pull his shanty off the ice - he called me all kinds of names in the note - did I mention it was MY land ?? ;D That was it - no more access ....I posted the land and WILL prosecute anyone that I see on it....the end.
-
Not going to argue about this. Yes it's a right to do what you choose with private property. That wasn't the point or statement I made.
Thank you for pointing out about taxes. We have 874 acres.
Also thanks for confirming the me world of living in fear that someone will sue and we should all be afraid.
Yes, it is simple as resolving an issue with people who abuse a welcome.
Like I said, I've resolved issues from people on our property that abused their welcome .
Shame there's not more friendly people today that might want to experience meeting other good folks and rather stay locked inside. That kid today that wants to learn about sportsmanship might just be that person that will help you out when the tables are turned.
-
most people i meet are very friendly and most times i am granted permission to use others property ....... the issue is people being pigs ......
-
To let some of you know if thinking about chaumount , my bud was there yesterday and things got pretty touchy
(https://i.postimg.cc/qzW7MJQn/IMG-4253.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qzW7MJQn)
Guess some went through this morning
As the ice skimmed over all are ok from what I’ve been told
Thanks KP for sending that to me as I don’t do FB
You're welcome bud… I’m not on FB either.
-
Trapper will remember that 40 years ago there was a property owner who let people access Sandy Pond (Off the side road near what became Brewsters). Literally hundreds used it on weekends. People ran snowmobiles across their lawn during late winter and left trash. That access was lost. Up on Chaumont Bay the hardware store let a few customers access on a property within close walking distance to good perch grounds on Salubrius Pt. Same thing, people tore it up when the ground was soft during late season. I pitched a few bucks to Greg for some grass seed to help repair the area but I guess it just became too much hassle.
What a strange winter, fifties by the end of next week?? It should be good for the deer and turkeys anyways.
-
people are there own worst enemies ive seen a number areas tat let people on the ice from private property only to abuse it leave trash tear lawns up etc. and ten b***h wen it gets shut down sad thing is a few ruin it for the majority , but would never blame the owner for shutting it done or saying no. yrs back a friend of mine let 1 guy park in his drive go threw his yard a week later 3 cars in his driveway and several on the street and the guy was pissed when his and his buddies got the boot
-
people are there own worst enemies ive seen a number areas tat let people on the ice from private property only to abuse it leave trash tear lawns up etc. and ten b***h wen it gets shut down sad thing is a few ruin it for the majority , but would never blame the owner for shutting it done or saying no. yrs back a friend of mine let 1 guy park in his drive go threw his yard a week later 3 cars in his driveway and several on the street and the guy was pissed when his and his buddies got the boot
I have a few spots only I can park and my buddies get pissed about it. One buddy rides with me cause of the ease of access and short walk to our spot
-
Not going to argue about this. Yes it's a right to do what you choose with private property. That wasn't the point or statement I made.
Thank you for pointing out about taxes. We have 874 acres.
Also thanks for confirming the me world of living in fear that someone will sue and we should all be afraid.
Yes, it is simple as resolving an issue with people who abuse a welcome.
Like I said, I've resolved issues from people on our property that abused their welcome .
Shame there's not more friendly people today that might want to experience meeting other good folks and rather stay locked inside. That kid today that wants to learn about sportsmanship might just be that person that will help you out when the tables are turned.
The problem isn't a lack of "friendly people" - the problem is the number of idiots and slobs that take advantage of the friendly people .....Most of the lakes have public access - it seems like what you are "complaining" about is not being able to access the water where you WANT to access it rather than where you CAN access it .....accessing a lake thru public access won't affect "that kid today that wants to learn about sportsmanship".
-
Friend got lucky and was pulled out of the lake on the south shore late yesterday. If his neighbor didn't go out to light the grill and hear him yelling it might have been a different story. Sun and warm temps eat ice with no snow cover.
-
very glad he got out
-
The problem isn't a lack of "friendly people" - the problem is the number of idiots and slobs that take advantage of the friendly people .....Most of the lakes have public access - it seems like what you are "complaining" about is not being able to access the water where you WANT to access it rather than where you CAN access it .....accessing a lake thru public access won't affect "that kid today that wants to learn about sportsmanship".
x2! End of story!!
-
Friend got lucky and was pulled out of the lake on the south shore late yesterday. If his neighbor didn't go out to light the grill and hear him yelling it might have been a different story. Sun and warm temps eat ice with no snow cover.
I’m happy to hear that your friend made it out safe!
-
Glad all is well , don’t forget to add in wind to the thaw
, don’t forget your spud and picks 😉
Seen lots of guys up north without either
-
This sun on that candeled ice is scary.
It reminds me of this game. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDM9tT2p/IMG-8270.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDM9tT2p)
-
This sun on that candeled ice is scary.
It reminds me of this game. :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/kDM9tT2p/IMG-8270.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDM9tT2p)
Candlestick or honeycombed ice is scary even on cloudy days
-
Yep ages 3and up 🤪
Oneida ice is off limits for this ol buzzard , there are other places to fish
But still take your safety equipment with you ,
-
The hoist has left the shoreline with the ice. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/kVc2VcH1/cam-one01-4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVc2VcH1)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
-
The hoist has left the shoreline with the ice. ???
(https://i.postimg.cc/kVc2VcH1/cam-one01-4.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVc2VcH1)
:tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :icefish:
SHE GONE
-
Structure 😉
-
Structure 😉
I was thinking the same thing!
There is a different dock in the bay that took a ride toward Willard. :o
-
I saw that dock out in front of Winns Point Bruce. Crazy!
-
Got out for part of the day and luckily fell on some hungry ones
(https://i.postimg.cc/rzbjN0SN/IMG-4271.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzbjN0SN)
-
Good work Freddie!!😎
-
Good deal filet 👍👍. Glad to see ya got out
-
Nice meats Fred.
-
Good work Freddie!!😎
X2
-
Got out for part of the day and luckily fell on some hungry ones
(https://i.postimg.cc/rzbjN0SN/IMG-4271.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzbjN0SN)
What minnows you catch them on mud minnows fat heads oh never mind not sure what a fat head is . Maybe you caught them on buckeyes damn it Freddie will you just call them Niagaras 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
-
Lmao , I caught 85% of them on an iron decoy spoon with an eye , others on a homemade jig with no bait
-
Some really nice perch there. Good work. I might have to squeeze in a spring trip :)
-
With the lack of ice this Winter, the lakes should be "over" flowing with fish. "Even a caveman could catch them"....h2l
-
Hahaha
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV/thumbnail.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV)
enen a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV/thumbnail.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV)
enen a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while
Nice - looks like some fatty's !
-
(https://i.postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV/thumbnail.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdNzk2SV)
enen a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while
Bucket full of dinks 🤣🤣🤣🤣 just busting your balls Trap
-
panfish assassins blue tops silver bottoms jigged 3 times with left hand then switch 3 times right ......no bait .......
-
Ya had a good day to be out there! Seems more like late march than early February. Nice fish trap
-
Nice going trapp , I almost came over and fished with you but weather was so nice I had to hit the ice , I had a lucky day as my fish ran just a bit bigger than yesterday, also caught most on a homemade jig with no bait
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mv5zxhZt/IMG-4275.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mv5zxhZt)
-
Nice going trapp , I almost came over and fished with you but weather was so nice I had to hit the ice , I had a lucky day as my fish ran just a bit bigger than yesterday, also caught most on a homemade jig with no bait
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mv5zxhZt/IMG-4275.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Mv5zxhZt)
Think I might go fish with Trapper Saturday morning got to give the old buzzard a call
-
Very nice Fred!!
-
Brad I’ve fished with him , all I can say it is an experience 😉
Thanks ice
-
You two ain’t making the work week go by any faster 🙄 bout to let some hit hot oil now. Fish taco night!!
-
hey just want to make it clear i was not on oneida ......my personal opinion theres no safe ice out there
-
Brad I’ve fished with him , all I can say it is an experience 😉
Thanks ice
Oh I know the routine bring bait for both of us and make surr I have coffee for him.
-
Those will eat, nice pile.
-
Just asking does the canal have walleye in it this time of year
-
hey just want to make it clear i was not on oneida ......my personal opinion theres no safe ice out there
Nice haul Trapper :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
-
big al i'll call ya later buddy
-
Just asking does the canal have walleye in it this time of year
It can
-
It can
Well technically the canal always has walleyes in it. But finding them and catching them maybe a different story
-
I was assuming he was talking at sylvan off the pier, of course there are residents living fish creek 😉 don’t ask how I know 😃
-
I was assuming he was talking at sylvan off the pier, of course there are residents living fish creek 😉 don’t ask how I know 😃
. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
-
Nice job on the perch Trap and Fred!
-
Nice job on the perch Trap and Fred!
Yeah even the 2 old buzzards find perch from time to time 🤣🤣🤣 just kidding Freddie been an Oneida guru since I was a kid. I think I'm going to catch up with Trap in the morning do some fishing
-
Big secret they only look like Oneida fish 😃
Trust me there are lots of great fishermen on Oneida and occasionally they let me share some ice with them
-
Big secret they only look like Oneida fish 😃
Trust me there are lots of great fishermen on Oneida and occasionally they let me share some ice with them
I'm sure you were up 81 somewhere. And I know there are a lot of great fishermen and women Oneida. BA and Quitetime are my grandparents those are there names they use over the radio on Oneida
-
Took a ride by sylvan beach today, a boat was just coming off the lake going up the canal. Meanwhile 3 guys were off the beach ice fishing.
-
another day another perch dinner funny thing between 11 am till 3 pm i only caught dinks after 3 all good fish.......yesterday i walked out on the lake in fulton and checked 3 inchs of crap ice ...today its open water were i walked ...... again i am not fishing oneida....
-
it appears a good area of the lake is wide open now
-
Good job trapp
-
ice on lake Neatahwanta in fulton i checked ice on it yesterday today it is wide open ,no ice on shore line anywhere ..... be very careful
-
it appears a good area of the lake is wide open now
Kiss it all goodbye. Shortest ice season ever.
-
You’re not kidding Bruce. Good drift out there for the boats right now
-
oh i think it's done
-
Possibly fishing from the kayak Tuesday, anyone ever launch (allowed to) from the ice access off Lewis Point?
-
It’s the middle of February. Depressing… :'(
(https://i.postimg.cc/MMBt4pmY/IMG-8278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MMBt4pmY)
-
First time I never set foot on Oneida
But I have scratched the perch itch other places , and hope to do a little more
-
That northern ice should be good for a while.
My boat is always ready and this might be the first year I use it in February. At least I won’t have to deal with any crowds! ;D
-
It’s the middle of February. Depressing… :'(
(https://i.postimg.cc/MMBt4pmY/IMG-8278.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MMBt4pmY)
I rode around the lake yesterday...yea, depressing
-
we still have ice up north and the fish are more then willing to play from a boat.......and i like not shoveling and not having to refill the oil tank is a big plus ..........
-
any chance of ice with this cold weather?
will be lake side east end Saturday through Monday. small boat or auger or worse in between?
-
Too little, Too late for any meaningful ice for Oneida, IMO.
-
That northern ice should be good for a while.
My boat is always ready and this might be the first year I use it in February. At least I won’t have to deal with any crowds! ;D
past three years I’ve used my boat 12 months each year. Crazy and I’m not alone. Ramp I hit Sunday 5 other boats out.
-
Too little, Too late for any meaningful ice for Oneida, IMO.
I agree. It’s not going to be cold enough.
-
past three years I’ve used my boat 12 months each year. Crazy and I’m not alone. Ramp I hit Sunday 5 other boats out.
Same here! It's been good.
-
Yup I put Grady up for winter ..but tracker V never put away ! Be in it tomorrow
-
Save some fish for me ;D
-
First time I never set foot on Oneida
But I have scratched the perch itch other places , and hope to do a little more
Yo Freddy,
I’ve been fishing @ Goose & Chippewa for 3 weeks now. Going up Saturday with my son & Grandson . First family outing this year. They got good ice, even better after the last 2 nights.
Boggey
-
Yo Bruce
No school next week. Monday is a holiday. Bring the boys up to Goose or LOTI. They must be getting pretty big. Time to share a picture with us eh?
Boggey
-
I’m not sure if we’ll make it up that way next week. :-\
Here’s a couple recent pictures. The boys have been busy with basketball and archery this “winter”.
My nephew shot a robinhood at 20 yards. The kid is a natural.He just started shooting archery last month! :o
(https://i.postimg.cc/DmwJ1DWz/IMG-8204.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DmwJ1DWz)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8FdJbgB7/IMG-8205.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FdJbgB7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/m1kPRzx9/IMG-8264.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/m1kPRzx9)
(https://i.postimg.cc/nC5DFkhh/IMG-8267.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nC5DFkhh)
-
Bruce Thanks for sharing 👍
-
Archery is a great "life" sport! Nice to see the young ones smile and enjoy the outdoors! The way things are going with firearms in this country it's a good hunting skill to have. Those guys will have a blast at a 3D archery course! And don't forget bow fishing.
-
They seem to enjoy it and it keeps me shooting year round. My oldest turns 12 this summer so this fall should be a lot of fun.
-
Yo Bruce
Thanks for the updated pictures. As I said, “ getting big”
Boggey
-
They seem to enjoy it and it keeps me shooting year round. My oldest turns 12 this summer so this fall should be a lot of fun.
My oldest boy turns 12 in October just to late for the youth Weekend. He's taking his Hunter safety and Bowhunter April 13th and 14th. Buying him and his 4 year old brother life time license with tax money this year
-
My oldest boy turns 12 in October just to late for the youth Weekend. He's taking his Hunter safety and Bowhunter April 13th and 14th. Buying him and his 4 year old brother life time license with tax money this year
I applaud you!
-
My oldest boy turns 12 in October just to late for the youth Weekend. He's taking his Hunter safety and Bowhunter April 13th and 14th. Buying him and his 4 year old brother life time license with tax money this year
That is a great investment!
My buddy's kid has the same issue with an October birthday and turning 12 this year. It will all even out in the end.
-
I got my grandson his life time license before he turned 12 as a birthday gift
If you get it before age 12 you’ll save like $230.00
-
My oldest boy turns 12 in October just to late for the youth Weekend. He's taking his Hunter safety and Bowhunter April 13th and 14th. Buying him and his 4 year old brother life time license with tax money this year
That's the way to go my dad got mine for me when I was 2... I added bow to it when I turned 16 and added muzzleloader at 18.... I hunt and fish for free now
-
Great pics Bruce! Awesome to see the kids getting into archery
-
I got my grandson his life time license before he turned 12 as a birthday gift
If you get it before age 12 you’ll save like $230.00
That's the plan to get it before he turns 12 and his brother turns 5 save a bunch of money
-
That's the way to go my dad got mine for me when I was 2... I added bow to it when I turned 16 and added muzzleloader at 18.... I hunt and fish for free now
Yes they can add the bow and muzzleloader on there own if they choose to do so
-
That is a great investment!
My buddy's kid has the same issue with an October birthday and turning 12 this year. It will all even out in the end.
He will be in the woods this October unfortunately his Birthday is the 18th 4 days after the youth hunt weekend ends. It's all good though at 12 hes seen me and my hunting buddies kill more deer than a lot of people get the opportunity at. Hes very into the outdoors is just as pissed as I am with this weather he hasn't been on the ice since 2021
-
Reelyze way to go with those boys! Good to see you're starting them with decent equipment. Get them involved in a league somewhere. They'll not only learn a great skill but also good sportsmanship as well as finding new friends interested in the outdoors. I wish someone had started me at that age. (of course, back then folks were still throwing rocks LOL)
-
Reelyze way to go with those boys! Good to see you're starting them with decent equipment. Get them involved in a league somewhere. They'll not only learn a great skill but also good sportsmanship as well as finding new friends interested in the outdoors. I wish someone had started me at that age. (of course, back then folks were still throwing rocks LOL)
They’re in a youth archery league this winter. It is a lot of fun and they are learning a lot.
-
First time I never set foot on Oneida
But I have scratched the perch itch other places , and hope to do a little more
WOW! That's crazy to hear Fred. It's a good thing you've been at this for awhile.
What a bummer no zero, no ice!
Be safe out there everyone...
-
WTG Bruce!! Keeping those youngsters interested in the outdoors!! Good stuff!!😎
-
we need a old fart outdoor league to keep me and freddie active and involved in the outdoors !!!!!!
-
we need a old fart outdoor league to keep me and freddie active and involved in the outdoors !!!!!!
😁 It’s looking like Ol KP is safe from the Big Bay beating from You, Freddie and Sully!!! Until next season anyway!!!😂
-
were going to spank you like a puppy that peed on the rug!!!!! of course you have bring coffee ......
-
Easy now I’m out of practice
I’m just getting back into hand lining up to 14’ with a homemade no bait jig
Forgot how much fun it was
-
were going to spank you like a puppy that peed on the rug!!!!! of course you have bring coffee ......
I bring coffee and get a spanking???? I can’t win!!!😂
-
Easy now I’m out of practice
I’m just getting back into hand lining up to 14’ with a homemade no bait jig
Forgot how much fun it was
lift hold line up sweep by hole and lift drop that jig back down the hole ......... the best things in life are simple ;D
-
KP if we can't have a panfish blow out on big bay were going to have to have a spring crappie slam!!!!! bobbers coffee and lots of bulls--t !!!! it's a challenge a 4 man grudge match ....LETS DO IT!!!!!
-
KP if we can't have a panfish blow out on big bay were going to have to have a spring crappie slam!!!!! bobbers coffee and lots of bulls--t !!!! it's a challenge a 4 man grudge match ....LETS DO IT!!!!!
i'll be your huckleberry. let's do this. I have to have decaf KP. Sully...
-
Ok…ok!! I’m in!!😁 Sully, cream and sugar?
-
KP if we can't have a panfish blow out on big bay were going to have to have a spring crappie slam!!!!! bobbers coffee and lots of bulls--t !!!! it's a challenge a 4 man grudge match ....LETS DO IT!!!!!
When's this going down I contribute to the Old buzzards coffee fund and I'll bring bait.
-
I talked to Sully on the phone yesterday… he’s in….where is the ol buzzard Freddie??🤔
-
Got out yesterday ,not Oneida , weather was pleasant , but the fishing not so moved around and drilled lots of holes but only managed to sort through enough for a couple of meals
I did get a good workout at least I think 3.4 miles for an old fart isn’t bad dragging a loaded shack 🤪
-
Got out yesterday ,not Oneida , weather was pleasant , but the fishing not so moved around and drilled lots of holes but only managed to sort through enough for a couple of meals
I did get a good workout at least I think 3.4 miles for an old fart isn’t bad dragging a loaded shack 🤪
That is a haul. Especially if there was any snow or slop on the top! Beats sitting home on the couch. That’s what keep ya young right?
-
That is a haul. Especially if there was any snow or slop on the top! Beats sitting home on the couch. That’s what keep ya young right?
lol I’m not so sure
-
Red sky in morning
(https://i.postimg.cc/2b2C0b0P/IMG-1532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2b2C0b0P)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5QybT4Gj/IMG-1534.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5QybT4Gj)
-
Great pics!
-
Great pics!
X2 , Outstanding
-
Thanks guys Most spectacular sunrise I’ve witnessed in 27 years on the lake. 3 minute window and it went behind the clouds then rained 15 minutes later.
-
wow breath taking pictures !
-
Great picture. It’s too bad the sunrise and sunset colors don’t last that long
-
Great pictures!....h2l
-
Great pics!!😎
Don’t let the ol buzzard fool you guys into feeling sorry for him… he’s still got some steam in him!!! 💪🏻😁
-
Great pictures, glad you captured it!
-
Thanks. Here are the cropped versions. Tried to frame both identical. Going to get prints and hang them side by side.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dmn0X4rt/IMG-1532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Dmn0X4rt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/2V55HpXG/IMG-1534.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2V55HpXG)
-
👍
-
Not Oneida
Got out yesterday for a few hours on the ice , sorted through many just undersized perch managed enough nice fish for a couple of good meals , and called it quits , I’m tired of this wind on a normal year of ice I could have found a place to avoid the wind on some lake
This year just unable to do that do to the lack of ice , oh well , as bad as things have been I can’t complain as my freezer seems to be pretty happy
-
Nice job Fred.
-
Thanks Bruce
Forgot to mention on my walk back in the heal cleat broke on my 15 year old Kahtoolas snapped in half , think they would warranty them lol , but I have a pair of knock offs I might be able to parts and resurrect my my creepers
-
Thanks Bruce
Forgot to mention on my walk back in the heal cleat broke on my 15 year old Kahtoolas snapped in half , think they would warranty them lol , but I have a pair of knock offs I might be able to parts and resurrect my my creepers
I have faith with a little redneck engineering you'll fix them
-
with two very mild winters in a row now and limited ice fishing seriously thinking of buying second boat. I currently have 22 ft tri toon wit 150hp great all round boat but never gets in the water much before 1st or 2nd week of May and out by mid September not the easiest to solo trailer/get in and out so stays in hoist all season, If i could get like an 18ft aluminum with like 25hp tiller motor would at least get few extra months if i wanted to get out easy to trailer and get in and out solo....
-
with two very mild winters in a row now and limited ice fishing seriously thinking of buying second boat. I currently have 22 ft tri toon wit 150hp great all round boat but never gets in the water much before 1st or 2nd week of May and out by mid September not the easiest to solo trailer/get in and out so stays in hoist all season, If i could get like an 18ft aluminum with like 25hp tiller motor would at least get few extra months if i wanted to get out easy to trailer and get in and out solo....
Not a bad idea. I have a fishing kayak with a small electric motor in it. Supposedly enough juice to troll all day, but I've only used it for shoulder seasons to get me out far enough to jig. Sunday is looking like a good day to clean up all of those hungry perch and walleye who haven't had a rapp smack their forehead in two years.
-
Took a break from the ice to float the river with the goon in his new drift boat , great ride ,here are a few pics , steelheads wanted beads today
(https://i.postimg.cc/hh1CNJrQ/imagejpeg-0.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hh1CNJrQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9R6C5wSr/IMG-4297.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9R6C5wSr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/dhsvYYWm/IMG-4298.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhsvYYWm)
-
Great day to be out there Fred.
A few days in the 60s in the forecast. This could get interesting. Imagine all the fish that haven’t been caught the past 2 winters…
-
Thanks
Well I reported I broke a cleat off my 15 year old Kahtoolas , well I had a cheap pair of knock offs the elastom
Was very weak so I took the cleats off and put them on the Kahtoolas it was a pain and the chains needed to be shortened but it was well worth it , and now I also have an extra 4 points of traction 😃
Looks like my ice season maybe over , with this weather coming
-
Nice job on the Steelies!!! look's like a great day!!
SeanP
-
with two very mild winters in a row now and limited ice fishing seriously thinking of buying second boat. I currently have 22 ft tri toon wit 150hp great all round boat but never gets in the water much before 1st or 2nd week of May and out by mid September not the easiest to solo trailer/get in and out so stays in hoist all season, If i could get like an 18ft aluminum with like 25hp tiller motor would at least get few extra months if i wanted to get out easy to trailer and get in and out solo....
I've been winter boat fishing more lately than ever out of a 21' key west with a 200HP outboard and I'll say little bigger power plant won't hurt you and high sides on a boat in winter is nice too. You want to avoid spray and be able to get off relatively quickly safely. DEC checks the life jacket situation too so wear one if required and I wear one while moving even though I'm long enough not to have to. When it's good it's good but I did get into a wrong weather report where the wind flipped from the south about double what was forecast and riled up the finger lake I was on into 3' plus ice cold waves last February. Little pucker situation getting the boat across and onto the trailer and would have been downright dangerous in a lower sided tin boat low on power. It's an adventure for sure. The docks we are used to in summer are shorter or non-existent in winter but pick your days and the fish still swim and eat. Good luck