Good thing Pooley is a fireman. Typing close to 3000 posts in a 14 month span can overheat a computer and .............. OH NO! get the fire extinguisher I smell smoke.go away! we won't miss you!
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sounds like a party--maybe you guys oughta repost the pics from the firehouse to give people something to whine about ;D also a silly question--what's it take to join the MIRC?? been following the thread--quite an established group of fishermen over there-just post. we MIRC people welcome all. not enough kegs for a good picture. too bad hockey12 wasn't there. (he doesn't play pool)
yea ...this week i'm gonna check out the canoe paddels etc..etc.. :thumbsup: getting iching.... ;) ;Dcool joe. maybe we can get a group together for this.
cool joe. maybe we can get a group together for this.thats what i'm thinking....maybe time it for warmer weather...the d can be a small mouth factory at times..... ;D
What is that guys problem?i read another post where he's mad cause hes stuck in beacon ny. wants to live in the adraks....sooo he takes it out on others...like we have something to do with his problems.. ::)....i gotta laugh about the no game /no fish by us rant...my wife had to stop me from even driving by the taxidermist....i think it was the last 8 point i try-ed to hang over the bed..... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I got some counties for ya' where the FISHING is actually the important thing to do. Warren, Essex, Hamilton in NY. But, if you guys around here enjoy your 5 week ice-fishing season on waters with no game fish, I wish you many hours of enjoyment either trying to fish or just talking about it.
Shop - Rite has pretty good seafood dept. you can buy your fish at. TIGHT LINES!
no.... really....down here ???????? ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i don't think i've seen that guy smile like that since the goose shooting incident.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh::roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :thumbsup:
great pic of ole FW,that is a nice fish
How hard are you pulling on the tail of that smallmouth? ;D ;):roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :thumbsup:
Hey... Does Da Fuller brush guy have pickerel envy?
here's a couple pics for you jimmyclaude of the ms. "finish work"
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and she fishes on top off all this...I got a keeper ;)
geeze...i may have to hire her...my guys are getting sloppy and lazy..... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:good one joe! :laugh:
good one joe! :laugh:its the truth... i gotta beg to get them to run a boom once in a while....one guy thinks 24 hr work weeks are tiring... ::)
I doubt it, but maybe you can convince her to-- ;) as to the fly reels thing--the only things up here Gander carries a couple reels that are pre spooled with backing and line--proably want to stay away from them though right?depends...are they forward weighted ?????? if their st.croix products or loomis or other quality company .... in 5 or 6 weight rated...could be a good buy....a good reel runs 40 bucks on up...good line about the same...backing i cant remember the price...i'll see if i can go on their site and see what they have...
Alright fella's,all this talk about fly fishing got me itchin to get out. I just started last year also topher,Hockey 12 got me into it,its alot of fun. He even gave me his old starter kit. ;D Pole,reel,a couple flys,had alot of fun..... good luck when you get out! :thumbsup:sorry yo but we's chomping at the bit up here too....plus i wanna get topher off on the right foot.... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: once he gets started he can be broke like me.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
one of the salesman at the dealership that I work at is an Orvis certified guide and gets great deals on fly fishing gear--he guides out in the Catskills on weekends and on his days offyou will be very happy with that reel...but if your buddy can get a orvis reel & stuff at a great deal ... :thumbsup:..their stuff is great.....rio grand in 5 weight...see topher ..with other fly lines its best to go one more weight over the rods weight ..so it will load and turn over better for casting...rio grand is already 1.5 over which ever weight the rod would be... so if you go with rio get it in 5 weight floating...foward weighted...color doesnt really matter....and those orvis flys are great too... :thumbsup: trout leaders you can get any where same with the dry fly spray in the pump bottle....after that its just casting and knot tying... ;D
by the way--what Rio line do you suggest? been on their site and have NO idea what to get--And I did find that reel at Joe's--If you think that it will work I'll get it
I just gotta get things one thing at a time--a reel 1 week and then line the next, that sort of thing--that way I won't break the bank all at once--and have money still to be able to GO fish ;D thanks for the helpyepper..i know that one...thats what i do now too....gonna pick up a 243 savage sat...then i'll slowly tinker with it...boy..have ya noticed the cost of ammo... ::) ::) ::) these hobbys are getting expensive.... ::)
I just gotta get things one thing at a time--a reel 1 week and then line the next, that sort of thing--that way I won't break the bank all at once--and have money still to be able to GO fish ;D thanks for the helpselc. trout...dry fly line...you dont need wet line to nymph....i just let it sink after it makes its swing thru the water then i strip the line with 3 short strokes rest then repeat ...this makes the beadhead nymph act like a emerger....which is a fly in the stage of leaving the water to be come a dry fly...when you see trout sipping flys off the surface but you cant see the flys..and their just swimming with their heads just breaking the top...their hitting the emergers which are trying to get out of the water to become duns...trout love this time period...just like when the duns start to die and fall on the water in bunches...its show time..one time i was on the d when this happened and i couldnt nail a rise cause there was sooo many flys on the water the trout just had their pick...it was comical..but fun... :laugh:tell her i said thanks but i may have to grow it out and sell it to pay my taxes this year.... :laugh:
PS--which rio line, selective trout, nymph, etc. ???
the Ms. says if you want to, come up for a free haircut--- ;D
I found some selective trout 2 line on ebay fairly cheap and also some Rio Mainstream for a decent price (35 bucks). The Ms. suggested to me about a trip for her and I to go down that way this Sunday (Sunday Drive) and to stop in a say hellohey congrats i almost missed that.... :thumbsup: sunday could happen in the morning for me...blondzilla is dragging me to church for a friends babys baptism...plus its a good idea for me to thank the big guy for throwing me back..... : ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: we'll figure this out...i dont mind driving up your way... i gotta learn where ya live soon....gotta find that book for ya.....
PS post 500 for me ;D ;D
congrats topher. hope i reach a milestone some day! ::)
I got my eye on a nice Orvis Battenkill w/ a spare spool and 1 with floating and 1 with sinking tip line ---I got time yet ;)now ya cooking.....i gotta get some shad darts...left most of mine on the rocks under the callicoon bridge.... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
You guys have to rename this the TS thread (Trout school?) ;)it won't stay on any subject long enough, but BS! ;D
It might stay TS for a bit until trout season gets underway--eventually being that this is BS thread--my ADD might come out--I can usually control my Turret's though ;D
my ADD might come outOh look, a chicken.... :D
I'll be on and off in the next few weeks ... My buddy BVD is doing very badlysorry to hear about BVD jimmy! hope things work out. my prayers are with you, and his family.
how far is that from you?yepper...it has the beaverkill ..willowemoc...the museum...thrumps boy fishes and lives up there..i've been looking for his hottie /rich /single sister..what a fishing buddy she'd make... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
wait a minute--that's the place that has the big hoo ha about the first of trout season---thats where the Orvis guy ( salesman) is today----I know where that is..but probably gonna hit one of the local state parks up by where I work one day of the other this weekend---just wanna get out and catch something other than pickerel..
would she qualify as a fishing mistress?? ;) the boat does have 3 seats----- :P :laugh:who ever catches her can back the truck right up to the bank...plus shes easy on the eyes.... ;) ;D...her father might be a problem... ::) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
well..most guys need trucks...i cant work out of a electric prierus... ;) ;D :laugh: or whatever they call that nip thing ::)...40 ft. ladder dangling off... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: but 33 k...with 9 miles to the gallon..for a 500.00 dollar tax break on it...nope...not this year...i'll run the dodge till theres nuthing left but the steering wheel .... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
My school's science teacher just told the class that there are wolves and grizzly bears in central park.Are they the ones that drink Ripple and night train?
and that we should get our meat at the store where its made..
It might be those with black coats and curls,,,, you can mistake them for animals as they do smell worse than some animals :cookoo: :nono::roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: ....maybe i can send down some of these pa mountain lions that the game commis. says we dont have.. ::) might help with the population problem....they seem to like them unarmed joggers / hikers in calf. trail mix for critters.... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
bunny day with my 4 grandsons
So when the Eggs are all colored do you get dinner or just not beat? ???
yepper...mr. hog is coloring eggs to-nite ....burp....they break ya known... ;) ;D...My wife just came home with 3 dozen, I know what you mean holehawg,she gets mad if I don't sit and color eggs with her and my daughter,and my daughter's 20.. My wifes like a kid every holiday ;D
well, it's snowing here! thanks for sending that our way guys! :laugh:no problem buddy... ;) ;D get out the traps...maybe the fat lady didnt sing.... ;) ;D
I don't know how I am going to survive!
It is going to be a rough few days, my wife went to visit her friend in Arizona. (YO knows her ;D ) I don't know how I am going to survive! ::)beer bash at hockeys crib..... :thumbsup: ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh:
beer bash at hockeys crib..... :thumbsup: ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh:Oh yeah ...there's that to keep busy ;)
somebodys feeling mighty good with the wife away...(see above... ;)....)...okay i'll bite ..HAPPY PASSOVER POOLEY.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
hockey12 and i fished the beaverkill today. rob got a sucker,and that's it. we did go to the debruce hatchery though, so we saw trout! ;Di take it youse boys was fishing " purist pinky's # 6 with a sinker around a foot up....?????????? ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:i didnt hear any fire tones so i take it the m80's stayed in the tackle box... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
i take it youse boys was fishing " purist pinky's # 6 with a sinker around a foot up....?????????? ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:i didnt hear any fire tones so i take it the m80's stayed in the tackle box... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:you got it. we forgot the m80's. :-\
she'll be real happy with ya when we spend the day floating down the D smelling like floating dry fly gink & beer.
very very helpful list..and 2 hrs later I left the shop...28 flies..and a few accessories to go along with them...the list is still good ???????? the fly shop folks agreed ?????....i like to keep up dated on this stuff cause the fly tying guys are always tinker'n with the standard patterns / changing hook sizes etc...etc..ps what new toys did ya get...can ya post or will TFB cause a ruckus... ;) ;D..i didnt get to play at gander...uncle sam wacked me hard... :'( :'( :'( :'( did g-man enjoy his b-day ???????? ps topher i for got to tell ya to use black wooly bugger early on too....the ones with silver hairs mixed in are killers.....
can ya post or will TFB cause a ruckus
did you get a chance to see what was going on in the bug world over there??really wasn't much happening... it never got above 33 degrees... i had ice in the rod guides... ::) ::) ::) part of the creek has lost its pools ..they have filled in ....cant fish below hortenville till the 18th so i'm gonna wait till then...
no 'ice flies'? :-\no ice flies... ;) BTW congrats on going over 3000.... :thumbsup: youse hanging with the big dogs now,,, ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
from our local paper.......well i guess i should breakdown and buy a lifetime license this year its probably worth it i don't think that the price of licenses will ever go down
License fee Increases enacted: With many state agencies facing deficits, including the Division of Fish, Wildlife and Marine Resources in New York, fishermen, hunters and trappers will find buying licenses to pursue their recreation a more expensive proposition for the 2009-10 license year.
With the recent passage of the state budget, virtually all resident and nonresident licenses have increased in price.
Examples of the price changes for residents for many popular licenses are an increase in the Super Sportsman from $68 to $88; Sportsman from $37 to $47; fishing from $19 to $29; and bowhunting from $16 to $21.
Deer management permits, formerly free to many license-class holders, will now cost $10 for all but lifetime license holders. The license increases start Oct. 1.
that means 70$ instead of 40$ for me... >:(me too....patterson & company are gonna lose mega money from out of state outdoors folks... :%$#!:
good idea on the castmasters. i have to get a few more colors. i have silver and gold.
TFB says I'm nuts...but hey, she fishes too
Though... if Topher builds me the worm box for my birthday like he promised... I won't have to buy worms.... ;D
happy birthday topher....is TFB gonna row the boat as a b-day gift... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I have rowed that boat just as much if not more than he has... but I don't trout fish much... he stream fishes... not really my thang.. I don't like bugs ::)
Here's my Birthday presents....NICE HANDREST .... i MEAN NICE VEST ;D
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Isn't she thoughtful? beautiful vest... ;D
instead of being out in the middle of a lake relaxing
All is Quiet on the Northern front :whistle: :unsure: :whistle:Hey Topher, its just the beginning, things start to get blurry, got to go to 6 lb, test from 4 because you can't see it to tie it,now I don't leave home without my glasses. Yup Pooley,gettin old!
Just back from the optomotrist....I can see why I couldn't see before ::) what a difference the correct prescription has on your eyes...I'll be able to see flies hatching and floating down the creek.. :o
Look out world !!!here comes Topher ;) ;D
well Beginner's luck struck again tonite ::)....Many thanks to Holehawg and the boys :thumbsup:...I'm getting the hang of this fly fishing thing...2 browns tonite and 1 more brookie...all during a Hendrickson Hatch...it was a beautiful thing..Holehawg...when you coming up this way for some trout?????working like a dog down here buddy....going to 7 days a week for most of may...gotta pad the old checking account for next winter again... ;) ;D..glad to hear ya catchin' um.... :clap: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
hope you guys made out better than I did tonite...managed 1 nice brookie ;), but the water level and coloration through me for a loop ::) but the water temp made for some spectacular hatchings :o it was a Hendrickson Blizzard ....... Holehawg, is there a caddis fly that looks like the prince nymph ??? I caught one on the water to look at it and it was an exact match to the prince nymph, except for it had a head in front of where the bead is on the flyya got me on that one....i'll have to ask mike the fly tyer...i'm wondering if its a hendrickson emerger ya seeing ?????? i'm gonna have to give myself a early dismissal and do some fishing....
Hey guys.. been MIA ... working on the castle.. will have pics soon, G-man had the camera in his jacket pocket and now the camera is his locker. It turned out awesome, we put the whole base (2' by 3') up on stainless steel legs so that we could build an "underground" dungeon and gauntlet. The castle itself has two floors, all surrounded by the outer wall. Walker's castle project was the first to get a PERFECT SCORE!! They are keeping it as an entry to the Harford Fair.kool...i hope the g-man wins the whole she-bang....just might have to hit the fair this year....hey tfb is the old girl who thinks i'm cute still kicking... ;)2 :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
gonna go back down tonite after work
forgot my pole... and my waders....
will topher be having fish sticks too TFB ???
no.. that's why I was going to make them.. he doesn't really like to eat fish... just to spend thousands of dollars on stuff so he can catch them and give 'em away or take picture and put 'em backthe castle came out great! as for not eating fish, i came around as i got older. there's still hope for him.
Thanks, Pooley! I guess it was worth staying up til 2 am putting the finishing touches on ::)
On to my next trick... submitting grant paperwork for my salon training... I need to go fishing for some R&R!
It is official the M.T.A. bailout bill passed the payroll tax portion of bill is retroactive to March 1,2009, fare increases start July 1,2009 .yepper ... i'm missing the spell check....steve here in pa its not a license..their forcing us to join a building assc. just $$$$$$$ for nuthing... getting time to force these idiots into remembering that they work for us according to the laws that were wrote in 1776......on a lighter note...how are my ny /nj friends ?????????????
Like Pooley stated there is no M.T.A. bus service in Rockland or Orange counties and the limited trains we have are run by NJ.Transit under a contract with the M.T.A..Only the local airport (Stewart in Orange county) is run by them and it has a limited number of carriers and flights.
Holehawg I hear your complaint the city of Newburgh just north of my localation makes all plumbers by a license before they are allowed to work in the city limits. A electrician friend of mine is afraid they will apply this mentality to all tradesmen. He says let the county control licenses not each individual town-city.
Anyone know what has happened to the spell check feature here and over on MFF ?
Steve
yesterday morning, TFB called me at work to say that we had a temporary "boarder" in the house, awaiting a call from the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center as to when to take it down to them...well without further adue...looks like bams getting a curtsy sniff.....cool ya saved her....we've been moving turtles across the road lately.....well i'm off to the grind..... ::)
everyone meet " Bam Bam" a 6 day old fawn that was rescued from the middle of the highway on a trip down to Tunkhannock, PA on Monday morning....
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TFB just returned from Stroudsburg after delivering the deer to a new good home..
looks like bams getting a curtsy sniff
pooley... did you get the email about the city slickers who found the cat and put the poster up so they could locate the owners?
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better not show Frankie that Cat pic...on second thought maybe he should see it.....Goin down to the local creek that I pass by on the way home from work, as they have stocked it again today....no fly rod this time, as there is no room to be able to use it effectively..one last shot at trout for a while..i can see franki with his gamo... ;)....is he still wing shooting the geese down there pooly... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
pooley, here's a little piece of info to keep in mind for next season.......3-6' in 15-20' of water ;) lil birdie told me that.....any deeper with the bait and in any deeper water you might as well jig...or no trout. ;)that's good info. i only fish the top of the water column for trout.
just making a point... I've been up since 5:45 asking Topher to get his butt out of bed so we could go fishingwell, is he out of bed yet? ::)
I'm playing word games on the computer... while he's still in bed ::)... he says it's going to RAIN... like that's ever stopped us before... wimp :%$#!:
found the Berentzen at the local state store...ahh the memories when the bottle was opened....oh and found a pack of those tiny bobbers for tip ups... ;Dthe state stores selling ice bobbers ??????????? i'd like to see just how much of that bottle is left...... ;) :laugh: even yo has never cliamed to buy bobbers in a state store... ::) :laugh:
hey topher, i need your address. i....ummmm..... need to send you something!
I got all excited this morning when I saw the road kill in front of the house... I thought it was "Momma Kitty" (a stray cat that keeps having kittens at our house and tears the garbage apart all the time)... but it was only a bunny :P oh well... I can hope......
TFB would like that better than the Berentzen's apple I think.....yeah, everyone likes my brandy! :P
wow this is wayyyyy different chat then in jan.
Hey Holehawg... should we dedicate a day of the week to recipes and coupons?? :thumbsup: we've already got gardening taken care of ... :roflmao:i'll answer all gardening questions, and brandy questions. ;D
Hey Holehawg... should we dedicate a day of the week to recipes and coupons?? :thumbsup: we've already got gardening taken care of ... :roflmao:sure..... i'm a 80's type of guy ....i'm up on things... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i have a coupon for cabelas....2500 rounds of 22 cal for 79.00 smack o roos...... ;D ;D ;D ...as for food ....its blondzilla's job...i'm the $$$$$$$$$$$$ man .....if i cook you'll all be sick... ::) ::) ::) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
your a good women tfb....mine has made nuthing ..sooo i'm trying a liquid dinner....mmmmmmm....b urp... ;) ;D ;D ;D big flies...whats topher going for in the creek ??????? .....sturgin.....????????????? :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:sturgeon, in the delaware? must be going to the hudson, for stripers. ;D
i'll see if frankie travels for hits! :laugh:
sorry about your hand, and the dog TFB!
better call Frankie again...another shot for the kitty.... ;)
i think this weekend will be good fishing topher....i got a roof to do sat. / sun. hows TFB's hand ???? she get thur the dog bite thing okay...yeah, how is she doing? ??? is the dog gone ???
judging from those 2 pics i'd say ya had some fun....is that yo in the background .....it looks like his beer in hand profile.... ;)2 :thumbsup:Hi joe,been a while,yup thats me in my beer in hand profile,never spilled a drop ;D how has everyone been,still like to get up your way and do some fishing.seems everyone is busy with work but us,things still haven't picked up around here.
dang topher....any chance of us taking the camaro to highland for the tourney... ;)2 tell ma and pa tfb that we wont do anything that wont buff out... ;)2 :thumbsup:
forgot to ask...they bite better early or late out by you..??well i've caught them at all times of the day and night cause i fish mostly for them ...but i catch my biggest ones early morning to around 11:00 am ...for some reason 6:00 to midnight gives me little ones..plus the smallies & chubs seems to interfear with my bottom bouncing at night...... ;)....gonna try fooling him with some big shiners next....if that don't work how much Clorox do ya think i'll need ??????? ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
not great, but it was a good day.
aww c'mon.. I thought it was always a great day if your fishing ;Dyepper pouring here too...happy b-day tfb....... :thumbsup:
I got a wall built and sheetrocked and a big worm bedding box for my birthday.... and he made me a steak dinner too... no wonder Grama loves you so much... your such a good boy Topher (if she ONLY knew)
We were going to head out tonight fishing for a bit, but now it's pouring...
well i've caught them at all times of the day and night cause i fish mostly for them ...but i catch my biggest ones early morning to around 11:00 am ...for some reason 6:00 to midnight gives me little ones..plus the smallies & chubs seems to interfear with my bottom bouncing at night...... ;)....gonna try fooling him with some big shiners next....if that don't work how much Clorox do ya think i'll need ??????? ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
A day on the water--AKA hydrotherapy--is a great day....combine that with a bunch of friends and its that much better ;)hey Topher .. gold was the color ;D
and Pooley, what color was that Kastmaster used at Huntington?? gold or silver? ???
well i've caught them at all times of the day and night cause i fish mostly for them ...but i catch my biggest ones early morning to around 11:00 am ...for some reason 6:00 to midnight gives me little ones..plus the smallies & chubs seems to interfear with my bottom bouncing at night...... ;)....gonna try fooling him with some big shiners next....if that don't work how much Clorox do ya think i'll need ??????? ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:does m-80 ring a bell? :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
I see this topic on the main page so I decide to look through it and all I find is 24 pages of nothing! You guys don't have much fishing down there. Have fun with your 2 week fishing season! ;Dsounds like someones getting giddy with summer recess about to begin..... ;) whats up rob ??????? ya gonna drink beer and fish with pooley and yo...?????? or maybe help mikey fix up his new home...or wait... :o perhaps frankie will take ya on a guided suffern goose hunt ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: how i spent my summer vacation by hockey 12.... ;) agggggh ....i cant wait till jan. when we can really bust each others chops... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
sounds like someones getting giddy with summer recess about to begin..... ;) whats up rob ??????? ya gonna drink beer and fish with pooley and yo...?????? or maybe help mikey fix up his new home...or wait... :o perhaps frankie will take ya on a guided suffern goose hunt ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: how i spent my summer vacation by hockey 12.... ;) agggggh ....i cant wait till jan. when we can really bust each others chops... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:sounds like he's gonna have a busy summer! :P
One of my second graders just informed me that the dust from the chalkboard looks like cocaine! **censored**???yeah Rob,but you forgot to tell them your 2nd grader is 12 ;D ;D
yeah Rob,but you forgot to tell them your 2nd grader is 12 ;D ;D:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i take it rob has 2nd graders starting on the first string football team.... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Yeah one of them stole my parking spot this morning. I was censored twice this week, I apologize if I offended anyone, especially YO who I know spends each Sunday morning in church!that car was probably stolen last night! :laugh:
Yeah one of them stole my parking spot this morning. I was censored twice this week, I apologize if I offended anyone, especially YO who I know spends each Sunday morning in church!i wudd think mr. yo spends sundays in the same church as i do .......murrgurins pub.... ;) ;D :laugh: nothing like a irish sermon followed by the holy water...burp...fridays here gang..let the beer flow.... ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
well guys, accident prone topher is in the building...going for my personal best record for stitches in one year ;D...add 6 more to the count.... ::) now I get a week or so off fishing, and took today off work due to a valium coma that I placed myself in.....stupid sunroof frame ona 08 Chevy Avalanche.changing the sunshade and sunroof glass, and the sunroof frame broke off and sliced a deep ol' cut into my poor helpless thumb......I get the here's your sign award for this year so far... ::) ::) ::)your having a heck of a year topher...a couple of more wrecks -a -dents and you'll be up to my hospital stay...wanna borrow my lucky rabbits foot... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: pooley has a good idea...we need a award party for next year..
i wudd think mr. yo spends sundays in the same church as i do .......murrgurins pub.... ;) ;D :laugh: nothing like a irish sermon followed by the holy water...burp...fridays here gang..let the beer flow.... ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:AHH YES... GOLDEN NECTOR OFF THE GODS ;D ;D
Hey ... I have an idea for an award for Topher... how 'bout a 'I FINALLY SLIPPED ONE PAST THE GOALIE' award??wow congrats..... :thumbsup:.....i take it feb is the target date...... have ya been kicking around names...may i suggest hole hawg if its a young lad entering the shack..... ;) ;D....topher....may i remind you that the highland / sand bar tourney is around feb 14..... ;) ;D...no pressure of course... ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Happy Father's Day to everyone who's a dad! This includes Topher who recently Knocked Me Up!! That's right, we are expecting! His ice fishing in February might get interrupted a bit!
I guess the profit at our bar in the firehouse will go down tremendously over the next five days! ;D:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: good one hockey....happy birthday pooley.... :thumbsup:......watch that old stuff topher...i hit 45 on july 14th...and i feel as young....cough ...wheeze gasp....as i did when i was 18... ::) ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
are eels useable for bait on the Big D?? gonna head over to the baitshop after work to see whats available.... ;)dont know if their legal.... but a old timer i knew used to dig up the babies and he slayed the wallys with them...
hey everyonewe's hanging in there over this way... :thumbsup: same ole ..same ole...been hitting a few courses...i hear ya on the funds...busy and broke is the new company name... ;)2....thought i saw ya fire rig over on 652 by the trailer guy a couple of weeks ago...i was speeding along in the dodge and thought i saw summitville f.d. on the side....my condolences on your friends passing....my old chief (callicoon ) was doing something he should 'nt have been doing and rolled a zero turn on himself...getting him a punchered lung and a trip to westchester...hes in rough shape...and hes gonna be there for some time...my gang tends to be stubburn & rammy..... :flex: :wacko: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
Holehawg .how's things in PA? Sounds like you have been busy! Been out golfing a couple of times.funds have been tight lately and work has been real slow.
The wife and I did play one game in Lake George.a par 3 12 hole coarse. It was not an easy coarse ;D
I will be playing the next 2 Thursdays filling in for a buddy in his beer leage,I was hopping to play this Sat.
But I have to go to a funeral for my past Fire Chief. Being the Chief I have to be there plus he is a good friend.
Tight lines all
I have a question for the Southeastern Gang, I have In-Laws that live just a couple a miles from Yankee Lake. Is there public access??? They tend to sleep in and I get up with the sun, sitting on a bucket a couple hours in the morning would make the visit a lot more enjoyable.Hey Bart,I'm pretty sure Holehawg is right,no public access,used to ice fish it when I was a kid,my dad knew someone on the lake.
how was the water traffic on the lake today ???????? i almost came over for a visit but my hot water tank went out last night before i hit the dobie bros / bad company concert....blondzilla must have her hot shower sooo me played joe the plumber this morning.... ::) ::) ::)
Hey Joe, I was up by the delaware river yesterday,over in your neck of the woods,I think ??? ??? , went over that 1 lane bridge in PA,was wondering if I was near where you live.well...if it was the skinnersfalls bridge you was 4 miles from me..i.m only 2 miles from the narrowsburg ny/ beach lake pa bridge....theres 3 one laners off of rt. 97...roleberling bridge by lackawaxen....skinners falls bridge / milanville....and the hankins /stalker one above callicoon....
yepper i know the cedar rapids bar ....you crossed at the lackawaxen / minnasinkford bridge.....not far from me ...20 minutes....next time give me a buzz...me and the blondzilla will meet ya guys..... :thumbsup:...if ya think i'm nuts wait til ya hear her... ;)2 :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:Yes we will Joe,we didn't know we were going to end up in that area,but I will get your # for the next time,it will be good to see ya :thumbsup:
craigslist has a jiffy STX that needs blades for 165..its like 2 years old...its right at the top of my available price range...i got the stx pro in a 8 inch...works just fine...blades on mine are 3 years old....i dont know what these folks are drilling into..if ya keep it out of the sand and the muck and dont drill thru tree stumps the blades will last..... ;) ;D :laugh:
I recall another birthday on the horizon...is there a date set Holehawg? I remember you saying something about a bash at " The Compound" a few pages back... ???i seem to remember that! ::)
happy birthday joe! go easy on the adult beverages! :Pthanks pooley...i cant booze it today . ::).....watching grandson #1 who's running a temperature....doing my grandpa act... ;)...it may get me in good with the big guy upstairs one day.... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Hope you enjoy your B-day, Joe!! (don't feel too old... after all... the cougar still thinks yer cute!! :roflmao:)ask her if she wants to see my scar.... ;) ...i've heard chicks dig scars..... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh
sometimes there is nothing better than a dinner plate sized gill..especially through the ice ;Dtry 'um on the flyrod topher...its a blast..... :thumbsup:...cheap poppers is all ya need.... :thumbsup:...good luck tonite...
Gonna try and get pops out tonite, weather permitting...
thurs day nite blondzillas dragging me to scranton to see circus -o-lay....yippie... ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) :'( :'( :'( :'( hope they sell beer there... :'( :'( :'( :'(...pooley and yo must have hockey held hostage so he cant show us them old photos..... ;) :laugh:
holehawg, if the Circus Olay is at the Wachovia Center, they serve adult beverages there.....at least they did for the WWE and Hockey games and stuff.....yeah.... its at the wachov. i really dont like stuff like this.... ::) ::) ::)....my idea of a circus... is the weekend at hunting camp before opening day.... ;) ;D :laugh:..maybe i'll get hit by a garbage truck tomorrow and get out of it...... ::) ::) ::)
holly s#@t rough growd here :clap: :whistle:
[/quote if ya wanna run with the big dogs...... :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
tis true.......i can't wait for the cold snap...i went down to highland lake over the weekend...might have found us a new spot topher... ;D
awesome, I wish I knew what do do to be able to get out and fish that open water with the fishfinder sometime...ohh... we can get on that lake with the boat. ;)..remember..i kinda know the sand bar owner ;D and where we get on the lake.. my buddy doug owns ......thats who i fished with ......he knows that lake pretty well.... ;D.. i'd say we got somemore ammo for the contest next year ...and if the rest of the gang join us giving us 20 some more :tipup: we may get one of them kids medals ........ ;D
ohh... we can get on that lake with the boat. ;)..remember..i kinda know the sand bar owner ;D and where we get on the lake.. my buddy doug owns ......thats who i fished with ......he knows that lake pretty well.... ;D.. i'd say we got somemore ammo for the contest next year ...and if the rest of the gang join us giving us 20 some more :tipup: we may get one of them kids medals ........ ;D
i'm bored as youse all can tell.....come on dec. ;D.......(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/new2008stuff369.jpg) i wonder if we could have our own product testing show on here.... ::) ::) ::) wudda ya say scott.....???????????? :laugh: :laugh:You got a flag Joe,you might want to check that tip up :laugh: :laugh:
i'm bored as youse all can tell.....come on dec. ;D.......(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/new2008stuff369.jpg) i wonder if we could have our own product testing show on here.... ::) ::) ::) wudda ya say scott.....???????????? :laugh: :laugh:
I think you had better keep the jiffy in the basement ;)yeah...pooley sent them to me but i was in the hospital the week after our gathering... ::)..i'm going out on the d early tomorrow morning...gonna try for some wallys and smallies...i have some luck after a storm as long as its not at flood stage....speaking of our gathering...what happen to jimmy claud ????????? havent heard a peep out of our up state buddy...... :unsure:
Was that from the Gathering on Huntington? if so that's the first pics I have seen of that fish....
And yes, we got a nasty T-Storm through here tonight as we were leaving for dinner..how you think that will make the fishing for this weekend....... ???
You got a flag Joe,you might want to check that tip up :laugh: :laugh:Keeper Brown?
i wouldn't worry .....they will come up with a gazillion dollar project to fly somewhere...... ;D in other news ..blondzilla has given me the go head to buy a new 4 wheel atv with a plow...... :o... as long as this new house project goes to contract this month...which would mean no more long walks on highland topher..... ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: of course i have to buy her a new living room set too.... ::) ::) ::) ....
Joe I'm with you I turned the big 50 this year ,,,, not being lazy but if I can drive , carry gear , beer , and a buddy that's the way I go :thumbsup:yep tim ...after 27 years of roofing and framing ..building houses...etc..my knees & back are shot.. :pinch:..i drug my deer out a mile and half last year alone....i'm ready to try a more civilized style of hunting / fishing / snow removal..... :thumbsup:
When we go ice fishing there are plenty of 4 wheelers anyway so if I don't bring mine I hook up my sled to the hitch and hold on ;D and try not to spill my beer lol :whistle: :clap:
i remembing someone saying hockey had a place over by roscoe by the red rose inn ...is it on the stream ?????????????? cause roscoe / rockland may get wacked by flood..... yeah the polaris is gonna be the one....gotta haggle over $$$$$$$$$ now.... ::)yeah, it's a campground on the beaverkill.
looks like ya pops is starting to like the fishing gig....is he gonna try hard water topher ... :)
The campground got some water, but nothing crazy. I am sure there were some scary moments though!i was just wondering rob ..i couldn't remember if ya had a house or camper there...if ya need it checked on tell me ...i'll send the boy....(sheriff...)
Hey Topher, I decided to follow your lead. I am going to be a dad! Due date is March 29, 2010!congrats rob.....boy ...you younger guys are gonna give the south eastern ny ice team a boost in members if ya keep this up .... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i have 800 channals of cable tv soooo i dont think i'll be a daddy any more.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D unless the power goes out..... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Hey Topher, I decided to follow your lead. I am going to be a dad! Due date is March 29, 2010!
Holehawg, you got any time set aside for the great Wayne County Fair????maybe the tractor pull day...i'm working pretty much every day now.. ::) ::) ::) and my daughters wedding in las vegas is in a couple of days so i gotta make the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ ::) ::) ::)
Hey guys! I am down in key west. It is beautiful. I may go on a party boat sunday for tarpon.nice, rub it in rob! :laugh:
nice, rub it in rob! :laugh:yeah...some pal... ::)...what no invite for us folks.... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: enjoy rob...just watch out for them rum drinks / virgin island pain killers.... :wacko: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
You would love it here Pooley, there are a ton of cross dressers!ooooh man... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: thats low... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:even by our standards... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
no but ya can hide in the camo blind and wait for 'um like frankie does when hes on his suburban safari......... ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
metro ??????????????? ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Kind of like a clean cut pooley and yo!
metrosexual is the word here topher. just to keep you up to date!
I know pooley, just figured its a G-rated site..unsure of verbal boundaries, and yes, the crossdressing thing is WAY over that linegood point! well, rob started it! :P
Kind of like a clean cut pooley and yo!No rob,kind of metro like you, you are a much better example of metro than me a nd pooley,I haven't been on the shanty in a couple weeks,I guess I have to pay more attention and defend myself LOL.
I think you are right...he posted the pic of you in the daisy duke shorts :laugh:yeah, he's just really busy. he'll be on here soon. he's got too much work right now. :-\
on another note, pooley, did you hear from JimmyClaud???
I guess I am the bad guy, I will keep my chop busting to the fire house. I knew there was a reason I had 80 posts in 3 years! I don't want to go WAY over any lines.oooh please rob... ::) ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:....some rain and lighting show last night down by youse suffern folks ... :o i had no idea if i was on 287 or out in the pluckers for awhile last night....made for some creative driving.... ;) ;D
Pooley, YO and I bust eachothers balls nonstop! I can give it and I can take it. If we weren't busting on eachother then something would be wrong. We don't have many limits, I apologize if I offended them or anyone else.I accept your apoligy Rob ;D
Mr Clean ; WE got rid of the Iseedthemanddon'tbelievedem's thank god!!! ;Dglad to see ya got a win there tim.....my buddy's a electrician who does a lot of work at the summer camps....he told me 3 days a go that he went to one where they had 4 air conditioners on 1 zip plug....their lucky they don't kill everybody with their stunts.... ::)
Momma and I went to a private pond Sat. night and we could not do anything wrong ??? ;D
Nice Bass and Blue Gills very large gills ... came home with a spackle bucket full of fish and a belly full of COORS ,,,, Momma had to drive the buggy home,,, LOL ::) had to take a couple of beer breaks got tired of catching fish ??? had to make time to gusel :o
I hate when that happens :o :o
The politicians aren't to happy with me , but oh well !!!!
What do you think people would say if they saw the group out on the ice with that "six pack" :o...good thing Joe's getting a quad ;DJust make sure you have a foot or more of ice first a lot of weight between the kegs and quad. :laugh: :laugh: Topher that would be the day the D.E.C. will be out checking licenses and tip-ups for proper markings. Honestly officer it is the latest in bulk bait storage systems. ;) ;)
i'm out of beer..... :'(...and ice after last nights shing gig.... ;) ;D....hang in there topher.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
the previous problem has been corrected.. ;D....they cant sell beer in gas stations or supermarts here in pa pooley...thus is why i live on the ny / pa boarder......... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: the big problem was blondzilla didn't wanna go get me some... ::) they should have a cash for clunkers type thing for wife's.....i noticed some of the new models look quite nice...but than again it always comes down to the attitude thing.... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
naw topher..i gotta fly to vegas on this weds ...and return on next weds... ::) the women have me in their clutches for 7 days. ::) ::)..we're at code red over here with this dang wedding... ::) ::) ::) only good thing is one of the bachelor party stops is at one of them fully auto gun ranges.... :thumbsup: you folks know how i love the smell of gun powder... :thumbsup:
You also have to think about the PAYMENTS...... ;)
Another thing, Joe, are you still going to see Charlie Daniels Band up at the fair?
naw topher..i gotta fly to vegas on this weds ...and return on next weds... ::) the women have me in their clutches for 7 days. ::) ::)..we're at code red over here with this dang wedding... ::) ::) ::) only good thing is one of the bachelor party stops is at one of them fully auto gun ranges.... :thumbsup: you folks know how i love the smell of gun powder... :thumbsup:
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas...unless you need bail money Joe ;D ;D,I'm sure some of the boys down here will help you LOLkeep watching the news folks...ya never know what trouble my familys gonna get into.... ;) ;D
Thanks Tubby, and welcome to the SE NY BS thread !!! tubby is the guy that I told 2 years ago when I started working with him that I didn't think I could get into ice fishing ??? **censored** was I thinking ::) now a confirmed addict, he exposed me to rod building...again I said, I don't think I could get into that either....once again...well here's the first custom of many more to be made...it's a 31" Med Light jigging rod...cork handle, graphite blank, etc..if I make another ice rod, then this one will be used in the " Suffern Slammer"..thats some nice work topher! :bow: :thumbsup:
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Tubby, make sure you leave one weekend open for when we have the gathering, or the Highland tourney...you'd have a blast...don't be shy ;D
hey gang, how about a delaware river gathering? i'm leaning on holehawg for a location. maybe mid to late september. ;)count me in
hey guys, i took 3rd place in the anything category in the myfishfinder tourney! :flex: :laugh:
that was it. just won bragging rights!well deserved bragging to, that was a real nice blue gill!!! way to go pooley!
its a heck of an accomplishment ! I'd be proud as heck......I think this group is gonna put a hurtin' on the IS tourney this year :flex: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:I like the way you think Topher! :thumbsup:
hey gang i'm back from sin city....no arrest...no mace...no taser...not even a good old LA choke hold...lots of pics to come..what a town... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
hey guys... I'm still kickin'... the baby is starting to also. I think the baby and Topher have the same head/face shape (at least from the side) It was hard to find a picture of Topher without a hat on to compare, had to flip and rotate that one to get a similar angle. ... Thank goodness I'm having a c-section, not natural with that melon!!! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:glad to hear you're doing well TFB! thanks for the congrats. did he build you a jigging rod yet? ;)
Glad to hear you survived Vegas, HoleHawg. And Pooley congrats to the 3rd place BG.
hey gang i'm back from sin city....no arrest...no mace...no taser...not even a good old LA choke hold...lots of pics to come..what a town... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;Dnot even a tazer? :o guess your starting to show your age Joe :laugh:
not even a tazer? :o guess your starting to show your age Joe :laugh::laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: yea i'm slowing up compared to the 20 somethings i was hanging with... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
wish i could say i drank all them kegs but i fill up pretty fast these days.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
but Joe, you had a whole week ;)i agree topher!
blondzilla was keeping me on a short lease.... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i did put a dent in their rum stock tho..... ;D ;D ;D and i supported some single moms one dollar at a time..... ;)you're such a giver joe! :laugh:
blondzilla was keeping me on a short lease.... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: i did put a dent in their rum stock tho..... ;D ;D ;D and i supported some single moms one dollar at a time..... ;)
you're such a giver joe! :laugh:them poor girls work hard pooley.... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
we's gonna be famous... ;) ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: got my pa doe tag today... :thumbsup: got a pheasant hunt in the works...and its getting close to time for me and topher to do some big fish fishing on the d..... ;) i got a line on some big bait we was chatting about topher....gotta see bill to get a exact location ....
going out with hockey12 tomorrow for perch and crappie. trying small crayfish, and nightcrawlers. ;)hows our other dad to be doing ??????? is he still bending nails or has the school system regained their senses and hired him back...
hows our other dad to be doing ??????? is he still bending nails or has the school system regained their senses and hired him back...
2 new kids coming, we need to help with names! ;) i like jig, or flag! :laugh:Blanket! ;D
We have been talking names also, she likes taylor for a girl. I like Colton (Colt) for a boy. I am sure we will change our minds a couple times before we are done. My buddy from college has two boys, Hunter and Fisher!If I was you I'd name him Bill... ;D ;D ;D
Awful quiet in here...... :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:yeah, that's the one topher.
Pooley, doesn't Frankie have one of those Strikemaster Electric Augers?????? I found one for a good price....if its the same as his, I'm gonna get it..I hope ;D
thanks pooley i gotta get the gear up to par for this...topher...yooo hoo...where is ya buddy ???????????? getting near crunch time... ;) ;D
thanks steve!Pooley your welcome ,only part of what makes this website great members helping one another out.
Hey boys, how bout some love on the coolest pic contest for an Orange County boy ;):laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: seems we've become baby infested lately...one good thing about this recession is the hunting / fishing crowd is repopulating the ranks... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: seems we've become baby infested lately...one good thing about this recession is the hunting / fishing crowd is repopulating the ranks... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:i don't think i need to help that cause, this late in life! :o
i don't think i need to help that cause, this late in life! :oNo babys here either, my girls in college and this is no time for another lol.
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: seems we've become baby infested lately...one good thing about this recession is the hunting / fishing crowd is repopulating the ranks... ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Monday is the 20 week ultrasound day...indoor or outdoor plumbing to be researched ;) best of luck to you guys fishing :)
Cameryn Grace and Sophia Elizabeth are on the top of the girl name chart....still picking boys.....but after we find out about the boy or girl, if we cannot decide on 1 name we are going to narrow it down to 5...give a number to each name and number my tip ups...whichever flag goes off first, I give TFB the number and that's the name we are going to use ;D
Hey boys, how bout some love on the coolest pic contest for an Orange County boy ;)I gave you one of my votes Wolfpak , your photo reminds me of my last trip to the Adirondacks (Spectulator-Lake Pleasant area) .
Going down to TFB's family's house in the AM to finish the motor job in the Saturn....and when the paycheck comes from that , then its Sunday AM to Cortez, PA to pick up my new power auger...a Jiffy Legend Model 31 8" cut.....been used 3 times by the guy that took his grand kids fishing 1 time.....talk about a lucky find !!! :)Nice find topher
I gave you one of my votes Wolfpak , your photo reminds me of my last trip to the Adirondacks (Spectulator-Lake Pleasant area) .Thanks mr. clean, that photo was taken at Lake Superior State Park in Bethal after a fresh snow.
Steve
OK Holehawg, the boat is ready, the gear is ready, I'm ready.....so whenever you want to go, just let me know!!! But until then, the river up here is at the proper level and the time of year is right....here wally, wally, wally..... ;) gotta restock up on the Berkley Gulp minners :)hey topher...sorry i missed ya call...been away again.... ::) ::) ::) ::) let me catch up on things and we'll pick a day.... ;D this traveling stuff is gotta end.... ::) ::) ::) congrats on the jiffy.... :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
! Been out in the garage playin' with my Jiffy !!!! ::)
Hunny ... should ya be telling people that on the internet... :osounds like a plan TFB! :laugh:
Hey guys.. I'm here too... just signing in to let y'all know I still have a pulse. I told Topher that I'm going to make it out on the ice once before the baby comes... but he has to haul all of his stuff out... set up the ice tent with the heater (while I sit in the warm truck, of course)... then he has to bring the jet sled back and haul my *ss out to the tent so I don't fall on the ice and hurt the baby! :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
I think all I have left to get now for her is she wants one of those Green Hornet Rods from Grumpy Old Men.... ;)
thanks Skeeter, I bid on one last night and forgot about it this morning and missed it !! She will just have to use one of my homemade custom rods instead ;)
Holehawg, if you get a chance, do you have any bigger pics of your sled with the auger stand in it? need some ideas as to what I can do for minehere goes the pics ...(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/sledpics011.jpg) (http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/sledpics012.jpg) (http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/sledpics010.jpg) (http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/sledpics014.jpg) only thing i would change is i would build it out of 5 1/4 thick pine lumber ....3/4 thick is a little weak...or you could make 2 of every piece in 3/4 pine and screw them together...that wud be real strong....hope this helps...oooh yeah... line up the lenght of the jiffy auger before ya eye bolt it to the sled top...so it craddles right in the cut outs...
I am taking up hunting this year. Pooley was nice enough to take me on a little scouting mission today. We saw some signs of deer and bear. Pretty cool stuff. I havent really ben hunting since me dad used to take me when I was a kid.its awesome..hockey...peac e and quiet...
well, I finally made the plunge late last night and added IS Militia member to my avatar..now all we need is some Ice ;D
welcome brother!!!! ;D
Hey guys, I finally made an account after being tired of looking over topher's shoulder at the site. ;D My names Garrett; AKA: G Man ::); and I'm in some of topher's ice fishing pics. Just thought I'd say hi and explain who the weirdo in the skull cap in topher's pics were. Expect more posting from me (MUAHAHA!) and more ice fishing pics. Thanx, and see ya guys later. Bye.welcome Garrett!
Kildato, I hope that you are all caught up with your school work ;)
Pooley, was just surfing the Militia shack...you have quite a pic on the coolest ice thread....old pic??
GM in Johnson City is getting their ice stuff out on the shelves..basic stuff so far, a couple Frabill shelters, a few different jigging rods and reels and a few jigs, and Frabill tip ups, as well as ice suits, gloves, augers and blades
Welcome to Ice Shanty Kildato (Garrett) , Now you have some idea of what it will be like when the baby arrives might want to look into a set of ear plugs. :laugh:
Steve
Kildato, I hope that you are all caught up with your school work. ;)
I think it's more of can the Shanty crowd handle Kildato :flex:
Guess i havent been on iceshanty in quite some time...a bs thread for my home counties! itll be cool to meet some new hardwater fans! dont kno how close u guys are but i gotta a club only lake id be glad to bring anyone on this winteri'm only 25 /30 minutes away doober..i'll fish with ya and take ya to some of our spots...,we'll have to hook up and do this... :thumbsup: :icefish: :icefish:
aaaah... a little budwizer wont kill him... Wink Grin
Thank you Pdbjr1. Just curious what is your location.
Steve
Had a moment of boredom this evening...Checked the DEC site----1840 8-9" Browns stocked into Huntington this past May....so they gotta be in there somewhere :-\the old timers always told me to go for the trout from where pooley caught all the crappies past the bar to the shallow bend by the firehouse...too deep ...too cold of temps where the gang set up out toward the middle.....thats the bar stool scoop... ;) ;D
geeze topher...how we gonna get all this gear on the ice...lol...i guess us, until the family gets older, and bigger! :P :o ;D
sounds like your covered ;D.....gonna get out to fill the freezer ????????? hows the bride and little one to soon be named...??????? ;D
How did you hear we set a date?
good luck to all the ny gun folks...may the horns be big and the freezers full....
Speaking of Fathers to be...how's Hockey12 and the misses doing down that way??
She is doing well, 22 weeks in to it. She is starting to get a little bump. We found out that it will be a girl so we are now throwing some names around. Hope all is well with yours, we will be having some little girls on the ice in a few years!
yeah congrats on the nice buck pooley.....be some good eatin' there... :thumbsup: did hockey get to go ??????
joe, frank wanted you know he's in trouble with the missus for shooting a squirrel in his yard! ;) :roflmao: :icefish:tis...tis...frankie needs to move up here where his actions would be welcome by his fellow man... ;) ;D ;D ;D...them wifes have no sense of humor sometimes.... ::) ;D
joe, frank wanted you know he's in trouble with the missus for shooting a squirrel in his yard! ;) :roflmao: :icefish:I got in trouble too. My wife was sitting at the computer when I stuck my 22 out the door and shot one at my bird feeder. ::) They are preety loud inside. Lucky for me I went def for a few min. while she was yelling at me. ;)
well, i pulled the trigger, and bought a strikemaster magnum 8 1/4" auger tonight. ;D
cabelas. they have free shipping over $99.00.
Great people, was at the Cabelas store in Hamburg PA couple of weeks ago. Stay overnight in the parking lot in my motor home. Had a $30their employee run away when they see a customer! ;)
coupon I got on line and used it on a new Promos hunting blind and bought a ton of ammo. What a store, I could live there....lol. The Gander
Mountain store in Middletown NY should send their employees there to learn how to wait on a customer!!!
their employee run away when they see a customer! ;)
Hey Everyone,
Been away from fishing getting my metal detecting on.............Got the fishing fever again, especially ice fishing, bring on the ice! I'm at home anywhere there is ice, mostly in Sullivan county though.
It's been a while since I posted here, skulked around a bunch and just wanted to say hi to all you Pa., Southern NY, Rockland, Sullivan, Orange, Westchester County folks, hope I didn't forget anyone oh What's up ICEBALLS and all the Long Island boys? Where is GAMALOT? has he figured out how to catch the Lakers in White Lake yet? :P Looking forward to sharingLIESfish stories ::) and doing a few get-togethers ;) Good Luck and be safe especially you hunters out there.
Hey icefishrny, where in Sullivan County? I live on Wolf Lake, exit 111 on Rt 17, do you fish White Lake? I do a little metal detecting too.
Hey dabprod,
I've fished Wolf Lake, a family friend Ron used to live there and we were there all the time. I fish White lake, Swinging Bridge, Morningside, Loch Sheldrake, Big Pond and a couple times at Lake DeVenoge.
icefishrny, what was your friend Ron,s last name, I've lived full time here for 25 yrs, must have known him. My wife was the Wolf Lake secretary for over 17 yrs, she knows everyone here. Do you have
a summer home up this way? Maybe we could get together fish/metal detect.
I guess we are big time now!i'm upset that i wasnt asked to speak at this thing.. ::)..being a big time celeberty... ;) ;D....doe tag got filled at 9 this morning...dang 10 point still staying 400 yards away on land i cant get on....but...hes gotta make a mistake sooner or later... ;) ;D
he probably hears you open you beer can. ;)
Holehawg, Gander Mtn in JC up by where I work NOW has 4-6" Suckers in the bait tanks......I talked to the guys, they said that they are harder to keep in the summer so they only keep them through the winter season...at 8.99 per dozen, I may buy 1 doz to use somewhere like Otisco or Greenwood for Muskiescool! we could use some down here. nobody sells them here! time to set up a trip! ;D
Holehawg, Gander Mtn in JC up by where I work NOW has 4-6" Suckers in the bait tanks......I talked to the guys, they said that they are harder to keep in the summer so they only keep them through the winter season...at 8.99 per dozen, I may buy 1 doz to use somewhere like Otisco or Greenwood for Muskies
Hiya Guys.............. been meaning to ask....anyone going to the Syracuse show??? I'm going up with John on Firday, staying till Sunday.
We'll be at Maplewood Inn, Liverpool Stop by and say hello if you're up there. Reservation under the name NELSON
Hiya Guys.............. been meaning to ask....anyone going to the Syracuse show??? I'm going up with John on Firday, staying till Sunday.
We'll be at Maplewood Inn, Liverpool Stop by and say hello if you're up there. Reservation under the name NELSON
the snow just turned to rain ! :-\ There went the ice again!!
First ice, the main lake is open but Bass pond is completely skimmed over, protected from the wind and useally the first to freeze. Now six inches of wet snow.... Well its a start.
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There is ice all most all around the lakes on my hunting camp in Forestburgh about 10 min away from Highland Lake. I hope we can meet up with you guy's this year. Last year we fished the same lakes but diffrent spot's
Yes I take RT42 to Forestburgh RD my camp is up the RD. We fish up there a lot. If you want to meet up let me know.
There is ice all most all around the lakes on my hunting camp in Forestburgh about 10 min away from Highland Lake. I hope we can meet up with you guy's this year. Last year we fished the same lakes but diffrent spot's...... that will not happen again this year.....we will meet up..... ;D
Dan;
Looks like you took those pictures by the spillway ::)
how is wolf lake I have never fished it
that thing in real life is about as tall as a 5 gallon pail and as long as one laying down...... make one heck of a bait sled though...i'm thinking about building it longer [4ft] with ski's under it ...perhaps with a 2 pail set up since i could keep frambil polars in one ...bait in the other...rest of it wudd be storeage for other gear... just wud have to design a way to strap the jiffy on there... ;) ;D
i'm thinking about building it longer [4ft] with ski's under it ...perhaps with a 2 pail set up since i could keep frambil polars in one ...bait in the other...rest of it wudd be storeage for other gear... just wud have to design a way to strap the jiffy on there... ;) ;D
speaking of that, just finished the auger mount on the ol' jet sled..
do you have a picture of that?
in other words....build one like YO's and Pooley's sleds.... except with an auger rack on topkinda topher... but want to keep the same shape and bucket hole designs that the strikemaster has..just making it longer and instead of leaving the front open like they did ..i'd have door hinged... then find away to mount the jiffy on one side..the hand auger and spud bar on the other..keeping the weight low so it wouldnt be tippy...gonna have to start making some saw dust.... ;) ;D
Nice to see ya back Hammer.....ice will be ready soon !!!
yeah pooley youse guys have had some influence on me...lol...hows that new auger...try it out in Frankie's pool yet... ;) ;D
anybody hear from jimmy c ??????????? i was looking at orange jump suits and thought of him... ;) ;Dyes.
yes.
I was working along Beachlake today and it was popping and cracking like crazy! was trying figure where i could keep my ice gear on the truck lolany time ya wanna go out with us guys ring me up nieghbor.. ;D..did you shoot that nice buck that i watched all summer just down the road from you..??????????????
as long as the weather stays the same, the days after X-Mas look good for my lil' private lake to start the season...still waiting to hear on Lower Woods......Little Stump Pond up by me is at 3" and I was out on it tonite....felt like getting home after a long trip ;Dtopher i'll go up to lower woods over this weekend and see whats happening...i normally judge whats happening there with lake huntington ...they kinda seem to be ready about the same time..... ;D
any time ya wanna go out with us guys ring me up nieghbor.. ;D..did you shoot that nice buck that i watched all summer just down the road from you..??????????????I appreciate the offer and will be taking ya up on that !! If its the buck i think you are thinkin of no it was shot in bow season.the wife got a doe and my youngest got his first buck got them all in the freezer now just waiting on blackpowder season ;D itching to drill some holes though.
I appreciate the offer and will be taking ya up on that !! If its the buck i think you are thinkin of no it was shot in bow season.the wife got a doe and my youngest got his first buck got them all in the freezer now just waiting on blackpowder season ;D itching to drill some holes though.congrats on the youngsters first buck... :thumbsup: getting the itch to get out there myself....
Have to watch the weather...we gonna get dumped on or not ??? if we do, I won't be able to get down to Lower....The wife has friends coming over Sunday to do some baking so i might just take a ride to lower woods and check it out .Might need the fresh air.
The wife has friends coming over Sunday to do some baking so i might just take a ride to lower woods and check it out .Might need the fresh air.
I knew I forgot something ::)
huntington? :flex: :clap: :thumbsup: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:thats what i've been dreaming of..... ;D ;D ;D plus now that me and topher have to defend our second place finishes at highland tourney.... much scouting has to be done again.. ;) ;D...you guys gotta try to make that one... :)
Topher's headin' down to Lower Woods quarter after 11. I think he's gone nuts. :-\after seeing lake huntington i hope he dosent get his feet wet kidato... ;)2 :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: i think the bigger lakes will need another week... :unsure: :icefish: :unsure: i think i'll wait til after x-mass....
Ya think i would remember to get that every year when i get my NY hunting licence .yeah...i still mess up that part... ;D that new holland was moving some snow this morning... ;) ;D i rode by the lake on the road behind your house ...where it looks like there was a camp years ago...been trying to see if anyones around there...i'd like to ask permission to ice fish it....no luck so far...
Gassed up the old jiffy yesterday, started on the third pull, just needed one small adjustment to the carb, it was running a little too rich. Wish every engine I own ran that good
and was that easy to work on! Charger the battery on the vexilar last week, man I'm ready. Was 5 degres this AM, lake is about ready and now they're calling for snow, hope we are far enough west to miss most of it. Put the plow on the
truck just in case.
shes working the hide off you... ;) ;D
yeah...i still mess up that part... ;D that new holland was moving some snow this morning... ;) ;D i rode by the lake on the road behind your house ...where it looks like there was a camp years ago...been trying to see if anyones around there...i'd like to ask permission to ice fish it....no luck so far...Yeah its great having a neighbor with a front loader-makes life a little easier!!! As far as the lake back there , only 2 people allowed on the ice there,insurance reasons i am told.
figures....insurance / sueing has killed some good fishing spots.... ::) ::) ::)
lord.... knows i can find them springs.... ::)... i've gotten alittle gun shy about early ice... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;DI'm with ya there when i used to do alot of muskrat trapping (when there were a few around) i came home many times just as wet as the rats!
lord.... knows i can find them springs.... ::)... i've gotten alittle gun shy about early ice... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
had a hole like that at Highland last year too....Holehawg couldn't even get the bait from the tip up down the hole and set it down...ended up jigging 20 or so perch out of it...
shes working the hide off you... ;) ;D
Out looking for some ice this afternoon holehawg??:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: i wish...while my construction gig is slow right now ..i work nights at the damascus middle school..3 to 11 ...gives me mornings to hunt and fish... i thought that was you i passed...was the tip ups in the truck... ;)2 :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
appears to have a broken brake line....so much fun to do at home.... ::)I feel your pain Topher.....I brought my truck in for new tires and alignment for $806. They called me yesterday and told me that my front end is shot......needless to say it cost me $1798 more. Just what I needed for Christmas
hmmmm sunday at highland .... ;D
Good luck and be safe to everyone going out this weekend. Have a great christmas also!just got home from the company xmas party! :wacko: :afro:
Shawn and Hole be careful out there if you go to Highland. Last weekend the back cove was locked up good but there were still spots that were wide open and one once more then 50 yards from that cove. I know it has been cold and should be better by this weekend just be careful. I'd hate to see someone go through when I could have said something. That being said I will probably be out on Highland on Saturday if all goes well. I should have a couple people with me. Come over and stop by. If I am there the Dakota will be on the road.thanks paul...glad ya said something...i'm gonna try for sunday for a bit...test out the gear kinda run... ;) ;D
Paul
If I go out I will let you know on here how it is.
well more good xmass time news . ::)..the grand am needs a head gasket... ::) ::) ::)... wishing you folks a very merry christmas ......If its not one thing its another >:( ---- Have a merry CHRISTmas everyone
well after I paid for my truck I decided to give myself a gift.........joined the Militia ;D
Welcome to the Big Show Hammer !Thanx.....I will try and behave :whistle:
Thanx.....I will try and behave :whistle:lol...why hammer ??????????? we dont ...welcome aboard.... :thumbsup:
Hey Holehawg....just wanted to let ya know.....I got out on the Delaware this morning down in NJ with a buddie of mine. got 3 eyes between 15" and 17" and lost a few more........ fished from 5:30am till about 10am. Nothing on tip ups....all caught jiggingits gonna be highland lake or delaware river cove sunday....not sure which.....awesome ya got into some wallys hammer... :)
its gonna be highland lake or delaware river cove sunday....not sure which.....awesome ya got into some wallys hammer... :)Yeah I get lucky once in awhile....lol Hopefully we don't get to much rain with this storm......otherwise the ice will go...at least where I fish.....only 3"-4" as of this morning
here's a pic of it !!!
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actually its just a little tree ornament ::).....but it sounded cool to say I got a new bass boat...its like 2 inches long...full detail...LOL thats a good one Topher ;D if thats the case my wife got me a new harley,thats hanging off the tree too :thumbsup:
lake huntington ny is open from end to end.... :'(...dang rain and temps in the 40's... :'(
Hit Prompton today...lots of fishermen...I have the new tip up curse in effect...not 1 single flag all day...fished from 9:30 to 2:30...I'll post pics later....had water on top of the ice in a couple spots, but was still a solid 6-7" and it was a beautiful day to be out..
i want to go wednesday with a friend, keep me informed guys. thinking of highland.
boy i guess there were a few out there! it would've been a great day to get out there however the outlaws-- errr i mean inlaws came over so i was "under house arrest"sounds like fun. ;)....i stacked fire wood after looking at huntington.... :'(
I went up to Highland to check it out today. Wow, that thing is probably 40% open now thanks to the rain and the rest has just a skim on it Suppose to be cold this week though so we will see.
[/quo te] this is moon dog i was on hi land lake today the ice is thin near shore but i was out a ways and its about 4 to 5 ins some places thicker there is a lot of open water yet fishing is slow only kept 5 perch about 10 ins and 1 prickle be care full
sounds like fun. ;)....i stacked fire wood after looking at huntington.... :'(should a come over and rescued me we could've stacked beer cans with the fire wood!
should a come over and rescued me we could've stacked beer cans with the fire wood!lol...was a wine day today.... ;) ;D
this is moon dog i was on hi land lake today the ice is thin near shore but i was out a ways and its about 4 to 5 ins some places thicker there is a lot of open water yet fishing is slow only kept 5 perch about 10 ins and 1 prickle be care full
pooley... tophers fishing another hour from me more toward waymart / elk mountain...etc...down by me most lakes have opened back up..if we get the cold weather their talking about this week..this weekend on SOME lakes could be a go....call before ya head up so i can check it out so ya dont waste ya time...also have a sandy pond trip in the planning stages....will pm ya guys... ;D
I went up to Highland to check it out today. Wow, that thing is probably 40% open now thanks to the rain and the rest has just a skim on it Suppose to be cold this week though so we will see.sorry about that i was tired gota catch me one
[/quo te] this is moon dog i was on hi land lake today the ice is thin near shore but i was out a ways and its about 4 to 5 ins some places thicker there is a lot of open water yet fishing is slow only kept 5 perch about 10 ins and 1 prickle be care full
What in the world is a prickle?? any youse guys ever catch one of them?thats usually what i'm calling them after wayyyy to much booze ;D
thats usually what i'm calling them after wayyyy to much booze ;D
Ill be out in newburgh on thursday if anyone wants to go...there were 7 trucks in the lot yesterday and guys all over the icewhere in newburgh are you fishing and what are you targeting for ?
Hi Guys; John and I are going to be up in Yulan from Fri to Sun.....will be looking at Highland, bodine and a fewother local lakes. If you're going to be coming up that way, give me a holler and we'll see about a meet up.
IceBalls (Rodger)
I gotta find a link, but as of Jan 6, 2010, the 7 day bait law is being changed to 10 days...not much difference, but a step in the right direction :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumbsup:Hey topher! is that bait law in NY or PA?
NY...the official announcement has not been made by the DEC, but if you search through the NY Ice Fishing page, there are a few different threads about it....PA has no such law as the 7 day bait, only possession of caught baitfish--purchased baitfish do not apply to the total allowed in possessionThanks!! I hope the bait shop keeps forgetting to put a date on my receipt.
Guna be fishing orange lake....can get into some real good sized crappie and perch, 5 lb plus pickeral and some nice bass....mr clean are u saying that they already opened winding hills?dooberhoopa...isn't that a private lake? lived 10 min away almost my whole live. always wished to fish that lake...Rob
i think i'll spend new years day on the ice at lower woods pa...blondzillas working and i'll be left alone without adult supervision... ;) ;D:blink: :cookoo: :whistle: :woot: :thumbsup: :clap: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :afro: :%$#!:
Getting panfish on greenwood right now!
Getting panfish on greenwood right now!you in the cove at the NY end Pooley? Saw someone out there this morning fishing.....how much ice ya got there?
you in the cove at the NY end Pooley? Saw someone out there this morning fishing.....how much ice ya got there?that was me. 4 inches at most, with plenty of scary spots. :o
that was me. 4 inches at most, with plenty of scary spots. :oBe careful my friend and thanx for the info
Anyone ever lay carpet before??? ??? ???.....that's tonite's task ::) but it's on the honey do list, so it's not an extra job....trick question? ??? :P
gonna be fishing Friday...not sure where though...maybe try to tackle Belmont...with a hydrographic map and the flasher, it may be fun...otherwise, Holehawg, you still fishing Lower Woods?
trick question? ??? :P
Hey Holehawg is the big D icing up yet near you?Tuesday it was wide open, wend had alot of flow ice in the main channel and a thin layer out from the laundry mat.
ouch...i'm not 18 anymore i guess..... ;) ;D...if i get moving i can join topher.... ;D ;D ;D ;Dhope you make it joe! :o
well a slow day on the lake...5 measley bluegills for me...met up with chillyfeet from PA, he killed em today...not many fishermen out, but the weather was great....3rd pull of the cord on the jiffy to get her going...SNAP...cord broke...shoulda known what kind of day it was gonna begreat way to start the year huh.
better than a sharp stick in the eye....was able to take off the recoil on the lake while I was waiting for the fish to bite and restring it...did get to use it and drilled quite a few holes...marked alot more fish than I caught...lost a monster crappie at the hole, as the line got wrapped around the ducer for my Marcum...oh well...I got lots better places to fish than Lower Woods.....we figured you just repaired it.
lost a monster crappie at the hole, as the line got wrapped around the ducer for my Marcum...oh well...I got lots better places to fish than Lower Woods.....
Not this weekend and I usually go during the week so I have the pond to myself.
I am in Forestburgh if you want them.
Gary
well.. i never made it to lower woods ...pop called with a broken bathroom water line ...spent 1/2 the day in a crawl space.... ::)...on my way to gander in middletown ny ....pooley i'm gonna check huntington tomorrow... i'm hearing welcome lake pa has 6 to 8 inches...i'm gonna guess highland and huntington will be a go for next week.... :) gotta get my ny lisc. and a new bait bucket.... ;D ;D ;D
Who needs a nice pair of boots?
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All rubber, 17 inches high, 1000 grams thinsulate, Scent Free and in perfect condition. I wear a size 8 1/2 and my feet are fine with a heavy sock once I get in them but the ankles are tough getting into because they are tight but just there. Probably be great for a kid with a 7 or 8 foot or a woman.
Any one needs them they can have them as long as I don't have to pay the freight to ship them. Come and get them or meet up with me some day at Big Pond and I'll bring them along.
I have a few pairs of nice boots that are too tight and I just can't toss them out so speak up if you have a young fellow or gal who can use them or you have size 8 feet.
How is the ice at BP Hammer?
Gary
Pooley,,,,nice to see you today sorry we didn't see any of the older members. ;Dgood to see you too tim! i'll let you know about next weekend.
Hope to see you guys up here on Masten next week.
Pooley let me know about Highland if you check it out .I want to go up next sat .thanks Kevin
Highland is solid just got back has 6-7 inches and it is suppose to be coldddd all weekthanks paul...saved me a scouting trip....have ya heard the date of the sand beach / hunting club ice fishing contest ???????? been reading the river reporter and checking out the narrowsburg sport shop window but havent seen the ad.... :-\
pooley... i'm open to any lake next weekend....topher i'll check out the date of the highland tourney....real cold up this way...everything is iced up ....tuesday or wendsday i'm gonna hit huntington or highland to kick off the season... ;D ;D ;D...joined pooley and the big bait bucket club. ;)...paided my 70.00 bucks for non resident fishing lics. ::)..i have a favor to ask of the ny voters...vote these knuckle heads out please...... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
didnt mean to start anything.... was cracking a joke.... ;) ;D...but i do think 70 bucks to fish is alittle steep...i throw back 95 %of my fish soo i'm fishing for the fun and to see the gang.... :)
guess we will have to start keeping everything to get our money's worth... ;)
Hey guys.....just wanted to let ya know I was heading up to Big Pond with a buddie of mine. Anyone who wants to meet up is welcome.
Hey topher, you may be closer to the truth than you realize. If this economy continues to tank we all are going to keep everything we catch,what he said....... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ....tad breezy over here in beach lake pa..... ::)....
shoot or runover with the truck!!!
guess we will have to start keeping everything to get our money's worth... ;)Thats what I do in PA Topher....I'm a NY resident and my PA licence costs me over $70....with the lake erie trout/salmon permit.
Yes! Perch, Crappie, Pickerel and trout but I would never say it is great fishing.
Seems like the fish have a schedule on when they eat and if you happen to be there it can be great. There are many days up there when Skunk is the order for the entire day.
White lake has a good supply of nice perch and is usually a bit more productive.
Gary
How is the fishing on Big Pond? Any decent perch in there?Yesterday was not a good day on Big pond. 1 small trout and a few flags.....otherwise we had the wind from HELL.....lol It was slow for everyone I think.....didnt see alot of action anywhere. Also spoke with a local and he said the state stocked all small trout under 12" in there. On the way back I stopped by swinging bridge res. There was a green shanty out there....but the edges looked sketcky with water comming through the snow and the water is down probably 8-10 feet. Spoke to a ranger there and he told me that they were catching alot of perch and crappie on morningside....said he even saw a guy with a keeper walleye.
same here with the breeze....glad I decided to work on the house instead of fish...needed a tank of propane for the buddy heater anyways....almost done though guys...gonna have to lobby with TFB about next weekend though...any help would be great ;D ;)tell her if she doesnt let you go... all your shanty buddys are going to start stopping by for beer and dinner every sat. ;) ;D...worked on my blondzilla....she cant stand the hunting club guys.... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: she begs me to leave for camp.... ;) ;D
same stuff from the gathering...found it at the local liquor joint a couple weeks later....gonna taste good...not nearly as good as that Special Pooley Brandy though ;)i still have a bit left. ;)
hay every boudy i just read you stuf i would like to know how thick is the ice on swingbrage leke? i like to fish it at night for walley and crippie this is moon-dog i may not know how to spell to well but i can fish pirty goodno idea how much ice on swinging bridge.....i think theres a swinging bridge post on the new york conditions above this .....i never fish there...
Topher and Hawg... whens our yearly excursion? hope you can keep my driving time down and my fishing time up :tipup:
Topher and Hawg... whens our yearly excursion? hope you can keep my driving time down and my fishing time up :tipup:hey everybody...jimmy c's back........ :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:....glad to have ya back on jimmy..... :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Topher and Hawg... whens our yearly excursion? hope you can keep my driving time down and my fishing time up :tipup:good to see you back bro! i'll be posting something soon! ;D
Both the Mongaup falls and the Rio are subject to flow and level changes that could cause dangerous ice conditions. I am pretty sure both have been off limits to ice fishing for a long time.
The Eagles tend to concentrate where they find open water and little human activity and these two lakes are popular breeding grounds for them for that exact reason. I am not in agreement about them being "Lazy". Seems to me they have a pretty tough time making a living in the conditions they live in. Many people are very thrilled when they see our national bird flying over head and I can't think of a good reason to not appreciate their presence. They are, after all, Fisherman and trying to catch dinner just like us.
Gary
hay every boudy i just read you stuf i would like to know how thick is the ice on swingbrage leke? i like to fish it at night for walley and crippie this is moon-dog i may not know how to spell to well but i can fish pirty goodWAS out on chodokee lake guy there told me his friend has been fishing swinging bridge for 3 or 4 days now
Both the Mongaup falls and the Rio are subject to flow and level changes that could cause dangerous ice conditions. I am pretty sure both have been off limits to ice fishing for a long time.Love seeing the eagles, just statrted seeing them by the Bear Mountain bridge, they deserve to fish wherever the hell they want just like we should!!!!!!!!!
The Eagles tend to concentrate where they find open water and little human activity and these two lakes are popular breeding grounds for them for that exact reason. I am not in agreement about them being "Lazy". Seems to me they have a pretty tough time making a living in the conditions they live in. Many people are very thrilled when they see our national bird flying over head and I can't think of a good reason to not appreciate their presence. They are, after all, Fisherman and trying to catch dinner just like us.
Gary
...jimmy, what size hooks are you using on the tipdown? maybe that will make the difference...also, I know how you spoke so well of the Chubby Darters last year, what do you think about the new Lindy Darters?
Topher, I have been using small jiggs... Probaly should be using circle hooks ???
using raw liver strips on tip ups for strippers
since the boys are staying on their home turf this weekend...maybe i'll try the river again...them wallys gotta eat sometime.... ;) ;D topher have ya ever heard of using raw liver strips on tip ups for strippers ..... :-\ ??? ??? ??? ...or am i getting punked.... ::) ::) ::)Don't mean to butt in, I worked in a meat market 20 years ago and used to give away plenty of scraps of liver and chicken gizzards-when asked they always said they were for catfish, never heard of them for stripers!!!!!!!
we would come up, but the general feeling is we need to fish local, to get tuned up. we will get together soon. greenwood is freezing up. can you say musky?? ;Dgood luck guys...huntington will be here for ya when ya ready.... ;) ;D
hay every boudy i just read you stuf i would like to know how thick is the ice on swingbrage leke? i like to fish it at night for walley and crippie this is moon-dog i may not know how to spell to well but i can fish pirty good
i would love to catch a striper thru the ice ....their in the delaware...and i'll try any way to catch them...that tourny at long pond ...keep me up dated topher....i'd like to try that one...never been there....wudd also like to get a musky thru the ice...my buddy alan caught a nice one out of lower woods about 3 years ago ..the only one i ever saw come out of there....
I don't have tip ups as of right now,
NICE! Newbie also,,,great site. :tipup:Welcome to you too, Hooker
thanks for the welcome guys! I went to a new lake near kingston today but didn't have too much luck. Caught a bluegill, yellow perch, and a bass and that was it. Still better to be out then not to be out at all.Still... You didn't get the skunk on you!
Swinging Bridge has a solid 6 to 8 inches of black ice. Was out there yesterday, even had the ATV. Caught everything bluegills, crappie, perch, prickerel, bass, walleye but nothing big. We wussed out and came in at dark so didn't really make the total effort for big walleye.Are there enough eye to target them in sbr ? do you need a quad to get to the likely spots for eye? thanks ahead
There is reason to be happy. Just as Topher has reported.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/fishing.html (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/fishing.html)
Are there enough eye to target them in sbr ? do you need a quad to get to the likely spots for eye? thanks ahead
also 2 heads up.....nooo shiner bait at callicoon sport shop til friday at around noon...and in narrowsburg toms bait shop is closed on tuesdays.... some river ice is ready...just becareful as river ice changes fast...good luck and be safe....that said...i'm going fishing again.... ;DIf ya get in a pinch,i saw today at the rileyville country market that they have live bait not sure of quility or price,if im up that way again i'll check it out -- boss was trying to follow me around to do safety inspections did'nt want to drag ma feet ;D
Belmont Sat AM..2 tip ups rigged for Musky, 2 for whatever else, and of course jigging with the Marcum....Holehawg, ever rig a tip up with something similar to a crawler harness with the blade and beads before?nope...fresh water ..yes...up at sandy pond once we found tip ups iced in and covered with snow...chipped up the ice and they had a rigs like youse is talking about....funny thing is ...they had my nieghbors uncles name on them.... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
If ya get in a pinch,i saw today at the rileyville country market that they have live bait not sure of quility or price,if im up that way again i'll check it out -- boss was trying to follow me around to do safety inspections did'nt want to drag ma feet ;Dthanks for the tip....bait shop are getting few and far between around here....gonna have to start trapping my own again... ::)
nope...fresh water ..yes...up at sandy pond once we found tip ups iced in and covered with snow...chipped up the ice and they had a rigs like youse is talking about....funny thing is ...they had my nieghbors uncles name on them.... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
Has anyone been by the palisades park lakes yet? im on vacation and wanna hit something different...nothing worth it yet. they just opened 4 corners pond, a mud puddle, but said more may be added by tomorrow. i will post it daily when they start to open them up. look for the harriman/sterling forest thread.
nothing worth it yet. they just opened 4 corners pond, a mud puddle, but said more may be added by tomorrow. i will post it daily when they start to open them up. look for the harriman/sterling forest thread.Pooley have you been back to Greenwood since?
Pooley have you been back to Greenwood since?no, maybe saturday, if harriman doesn't open something.
thanks for the tip....bait shop are getting few and far between around here....gonna have to start trapping my own again... ::)I keep watching for whoever it is that traps them in the pond on 652 by the saw mill maybe work something out with him ? hey ever ice fish the pond by Ed H. (well driller) ?
I keep watching for whoever it is that traps them in the pond on 652 by the saw mill maybe work something out with him ? hey ever ice fish the pond by Ed H. (well driller) ?never fished it ...drank some beers there thou...lol...i shoulds ask ed for permission to go on there....close to home..... ;D
was cold, windy and nasty on Belmont this AM.....gotta get a new pullcord for the jiffy, as the last 3 times I have used it I broke it...didn't even poke a hole this AM...was so ticked off, I kicked my bait bucket...That means your due next time out!!!!!!!
was cold, windy and nasty on Belmont this AM.....gotta get a new pullcord for the jiffy, as the last 3 times I have used it I broke it...didn't even poke a hole this AM...was so ticked off, I kicked my bait bucket...that sucks hope it wasn't to far of a drive or ya.
Does anybody know anything about Orange Lake in Orange County. Looking to fish it but i dont know anything about it. Any information will help.Hey man im a member of Orange Lake...thats where i was yesterday....pickeral and bass mainly the panfish bit hasnt really caught on yet...send me a pm if you wanna hit it...im on vacation this week so im fishin everyday but monday(its my sons second Bday)
Hey man im a member of Orange Lake...thats where i was yesterday....pickeral and bass mainly the panfish bit hasnt really caught on yet...send me a pm if you wanna hit it...im on vacation this week so im fishin everyday but monday(its my sons second Bday)white lake isn't all that great. i would try one of the new york city reservoirs in westchester.
Thanks for the White Lake info...the lakers are what im after!! Ive been there before but there is so much water id just like to know where to start
LilWeez first off welcome to Ice Shanty Orange Lake is private you would have to known a home owner or join the sportsman's club that has their club house on route 52. Go back a few pages in this thread i believe some one posted about fishing Orange Lake maybe he can get you access in exchange for some type of favor on your part.
Dooperhoopa there is a state boat launch for White lake off of roue 55 in Kauneonga Lake .the lake contains the same species of fish as the majority of waters here in south east NY. there also are trout including Lakers but they are hard to locate. Send a personal message to gamalot or is it gamealot he lives near Monticello and can give you better info.
Steve
I see my posts did not stick On Sat. Hope to bugs get worked out on the site....we had a dead day saturday. 2 fish, and i lost my only one.
Any way, I Ice two bows on thursday afternoon. On Sat PM went out in my back yard & it was real slow, til I moved 25' over and Iced 30 Perch in an hour. It was cold and windy. couldn't feel my fingers and wasn't smart enough just to put the Jig rod down and walk home. :P
Anyone been to Huntington lately? My dad and I may take a ride up this week.sweet. i'll show you where we were. ;)
sweet. i'll show you where we were. ;)what day???????????? maybe i'll meet ya.....
Has anyone heard from iceballs? I pmd him and have not got an answer.
I talked with a DEC officier last weekend and he told me he was out checking people on Morningside lake.........he said they had a bunch of perch and 1 guy even had a keeper Walleye..........so take it for what it's worth. Tight Lineshammer, did they survive in that shallow lk through the summer or do they stock it anually? I know swinging bridge has em :) It was tough fishing both jigs and tipups ..no keepers and only a couple which were quickly released.. very small but a good sign for me anyway, seeing is believing 8) by the way at least 8 inches ice probably over 12 inches by now. glta
I had a great time during our "5 week" ice fishing season. Even though there are no gamefish in the area. I will give him some credit, Shop-Rite does have a pretty good SEAFOOD department. Although I will venture to say that I am a little more satisfied with the SEAFOOD department at the A&P. It probably doesn't compare to all of the SEAFOOD that you can catch in the Adirondacks.question for greenwood lake ice fishing, if i only have a new york state fishing license, can i park on the jersey side and fish jersey side or must i need a jersey license for entering onto the ice? also , is general rules 5 fishing devices total? meaning up to 4 tipups and one handline(jigging rod)? thanks ahead
Here is a nice fish from a no game fish lake in Orange County, NY. TIGHT LINES!
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Has anyone heard from iceballs? I pmd him and have not got an answer.yes, he was on her a couple of weeks ago.
question for greenwood lake ice fishing, if i only have a new york state fishing license, can i park on the jersey side and fish jersey side or must i need a jersey license for entering onto the ice? also , is general rules 5 fishing devices total? meaning up to 4 tipups and one handline(jigging rod)? thanks ahead
hammer, did they survive in that shallow lk through the summer or do they stock it anually? I know swinging bridge has em :) It was tough fishing both jigs and tipups ..no keepers and only a couple which were quickly released.. very small but a good sign for me anyway, seeing is believing 8) by the way at least 8 inches ice probably over 12 inches by now. gltaThe DEC officier didn't say......and I didn't ask....unfortunately. I would think that they would have a hard time surviving the summer since the max depth is only 10 feet.......seems like a waste
That's pure BS! The place I buy my bait, farmers market on 17B just past the raceway, gets their bait from a guy in Pa. or NJ.need to be investigated. baitfish doesn;t need to be sgipped in from another state! lol these regs are crazy! it smells fishy! :-\
Support the local little guys so they keep up the good work!
Gary i think deep pockets are playing us online too! these regulators
My local bait supplier has no bait for the last week and a half. Evidently a supplier was shut down by DEC causing all these problems affecting more than a few shops.
Anyone got the number to the Folks running Harriman at Tiorati? Always slow to green flag these lakes. I've been on some local lakes the last three weeks.
Now how do we fish Nowahunta? I don't recall any parking
What a pain getting minnies is getting. I have been jigging more and more. The only time I buy shiners is for tourneys now.
Can you say Chubby Darter?
Toph, have you been holding out on me? Have you got the Lindy?
got a big handful of those pesky Lindy's.....and boy do they work awesome !!i just bought a chubby darter, guess i'll have to find some lindy darters now.
You have to park at Silvermine and then walk to Nowahunta.lmao, hey i been thinking after talking to tioroti this am.. they either are short on patrol staff (doubtful) or maybe they feel the fish in that park are like their "pets"? .. no doubt those lakes are more than safe enough, i've been icefishing harriman for 30 years+ .. something is just not right with that park. Davis sports must be pissed! ;D ???
Mrs Jimmy Claude will be less confused when I say "I have a Lindy" ;D
lmao, hey i been thinking after talking to tioroti this am.. they either are short on patrol staff (doubtful) or maybe they feel the fish in that park are like their "pets"? .. no doubt those lakes are more than safe enough, i've been icefishing harriman for 30 years+ .. something is just not right with that park. Davis sports must be **censored**ed! ;D ???
Topher and anyone else interested....
The Mahogany Ridge Fishing and Hunting Clubs 17th annual ice fishing tournament at Sand Beach,Highland lake, NY, will be held on February 13th 2010. Fishing starts at 7AM. A dozen bait, food and refreshments are included. $20 per person kids under 15 fish for $10.
This is a great event that is in direct conflict with another great event held on Morningside lake in Hurleyville,NY the same day. Both of these contests center the attention around getting the kids involved in icefishing! I wish they could hold these 2 contests on different days.
The Hurleyville Fire Dept. and Town of Fallsburgh Youth Commission will hold its 22nd annual Ice Fishing contest on Morningside Lake Hurleyville, NY on February 13th 2010. Fishing 7am to 3pm $5 for Adults, ages 14 and under free. Trophies and Prizes. Special Firemens contest.Eveyone is invited back to the Firehouse after this event for a feast like you read about! It's worth it for the fish cakes alone!
I am torn between the two.......Which one are you going to and why?? I'm leaning towards the Morningside event because of the possibility of landing a 5+ pound Walleye or decent Pickerel. For the jigger the Perch, Sunfish, and Crappie action can be very good at times.
I will see you there.....
Kevin
yepper...with a little luck and the blessings from tophers mrs. we'll be there again with more bait fish this time....lol... hopefully with pooley /yo/hockey and the boys..... ;D
One is 80 miles and the other is over 100 as the crow flies. Being friends with you guys is puttin miles on my truck! :Pbut your overalls brighten our day jimmy! :thumbsup: :roflmao: :icefish:
but your overalls brighten our day jimmy! :thumbsup: :roflmao: :icefish:
yepper...with a little luck and the blessings from tophers mrs. we'll be there again with more bait fish this time....lol... hopefully with pooley /yo/hockey and the boys..... ;D
Hello everybody! Haven't been here in a while. Getting ready for my first outing this season. Going to hit Highland and/or Swingingbridge on Sat. Does anyone know if bait shop in Liberty is still open? I tried to call there but the # is disconnected :(. Are there any other places in the area that open early?
Hey MaxT, If you add your location to your profile we will know which direction you are coming from.
I don't know if the liberty bait shop is still there. The old Agway in Liberty has bait and the farm market on 17B just a ways past the raceway has bait but none open super early, 8AM I think. I usually get mine the evening before if I want to get an early start.
Gary
Thanks Gary. I'm coming from NJ and won't be there till 8-9pm tonight. So being that they all close around 5-6pm I'll have to get my bait in the morning.Depending on where in Jersey you are comming from....I know there is a bait shop on 284N of sussex NJ.....it's actually just over the border in NY. Its called ----End of the Line Deli........there is a gasoline station there too. Think they are open till 6 or 7pm. You can call them at (845)726-3228
Depending on where in Jersey you are comming from....I know there is a bait shop on 284N of sussex NJ.....it's actually just over the border in NY. Its called ----End of the Line Deli........there is a gasoline station there too. Think they are open till 6 or 7pm. You can call them at (845)726-3228
Thanks for the info Hammer. I'll keep them in mind.no problem.....anytime. Good Luck with your trip.
Anyone been to Morningside Lk. Was thinking of heading up there on Saturday. Never been there before and was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. Thanx in advance for any help
Hammer morningside can be tough but if you hit it right it is pretty nice. Most people like to fish the back half of the lake. Anywhere out there. You have to be there earlier because it can fill up sometimes. Park right by the little building they have there and walk on. The area by the swingset can be tricky sometimes near the edge.Thanx for the info
Not sure where you are coming from or if you need directions but here they are from Sparrowbush, forestburgh,etc . Follow route 42 north. At the blinking light in Monticello make the right. Go through the first light and make the next left. Take that straight for like 10 miles (really roughly). You will eventually see a sign that says Hurleyville with a road veering off to the left, take this. Follow this road till you get to a 4 way red light with what looks like open fields in front of you. Make that right. The lake will be on your left maybe a mile down the road. First is the playground and right down the hill you will see the little building I told you about
Does anyone have any ideas how the ice conditions will be for Morningside Lake on Monday? I'm thinking of heading up there and am a bit wary due to the expected rain/freezing rain mix. I'm sure it'll be a bit wet, but that's not really my concern. Just wondering how the ice will hold up, especially with the warm weather we've been having combined with the rain. I heard it's pretty thick up there. Any ideas? Thanks.it is a tough call but it takes alot longer to melt up there.. southern regions will thaw alot with rain ..but if the nights are below and the days are cloudy, even if it were to rain, i'm betting the ice stays safe in the above monticello and catskills.
Does anyone have any ideas how the ice conditions will be for Morningside Lake on Monday? I'm thinking of heading up there and am a bit wary due to the expected rain/freezing rain mix. I'm sure it'll be a bit wet, but that's not really my concern. Just wondering how the ice will hold up, especially with the warm weather we've been having combined with the rain. I heard it's pretty thick up there. Any ideas? Thanks.Was there today (saturday). Fished from 6:30am till noon.....1 small bluegill. Not worth the 2hr trip for me. There was it least 12-16 inches of ice there. good luck and tight lines
7 of us going out today. should be a good day.How did you guys make out today!!!!!
How did you guys make out today!!!!!slow, but we got some fish. nothing to eat. :'(
hey, thanks a lot guys. I'll def give that number a call to see how it is up there tomorrow. I'm hoping a little freezing rain won't do too much damage in one day.
slow, but we got some fish. nothing to eat. :'(At least you got out, think this rain is going to put us back a week or 2!!!!!!!
anyone have information on the beaver dam lake ice fishing contest? Also Sackett? thanks for any help 8)Which Beaver dam?
Anyone been up to Swinging Bridge Res. ??
stopped in the parking lot Thursday afternoon on my way back from Lk Superior. Were you guys fishing opposite the ramp?....saw a few guys out there
Was there Thursday. Couple walleye, perch and pickerel all on tip-ups. Fished hard but overall it was slow. Probably 8 or 10 inches of ice.
Well, Boys, HOW BOUT THEM JETS !!!
For me not lately, did you feed the bald eagle?.. i am hoping to get up there this week! i had a similiar experience couple weels ago on swb .. nothing doing in the way of perch?.. one thing i do know is that swb still is a hit or miss on ice.
Was there Thursday. Couple walleye, perch and pickerel all on tip-ups. Fished hard but overall it was slow. Probably 8 or 10 inches of ice.
stopped in the parking lot Thursday afternoon on my way back from Lk Superior. Were you guys fishing opposite the ramp?....saw a few guys out there
catch anything on Superior?5 pickeral and 5 perch.....fished from 8am to 3pm..........2 guys......slow to say the least
stopped in the parking lot Thursday afternoon on my way back from Lk Superior. Were you guys fishing opposite the ramp?....saw a few guys out there
Bcshanty, beaver dam on rt. 42 just outside of grahamsville. Any help would be greatif you are coming from the south, i bet swb is worth a try..much more opportunity especially for keepers. I tried superior the last few seasons and caught mostly dink perch and a few pickerel..it looks like it can offer decent fish but ,we never really got into a decent amount of keepers.. heard it has crappie..we caught a few over the yrs in superior but this yr i'm trying swb for them eye. anybody else hear walleyes supposingly doing good in there? maybe this week i'll get in a couple of these balmy weather days out there!
Well, Boys, HOW BOUT THEM JETS !!!:flex: :flex: :flex: :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: gonna be tough against the colts thou.....
:flex: :flex: :flex: :clap: :clap: :clap: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: gonna be tough against the colts thou.....
Bcshanty, beaver dam on rt. 42 just outside of grahamsville. Any help would be greatSORRY ROCKETMAN, THOUGHT YOU MEANT A DIFFERENT BEAVERDAM LAKE IN ORANGE CO. (NO GOOD)!!!!!!
stopped in the parking lot Thursday afternoon on my way back from Lk Superior. Were you guys fishing opposite the ramp?....saw a few guys out thereHey Hammer. let me know if your going up to swinging bridge this week, looking to go up there (maybe friday afternoon/night)!!!!!!!
Hey Hammer. let me know if your going up to swinging bridge this week, looking to go up there (maybe friday afternoon/night)!!!!!!!I was thinking about going up there maybe tomorrow night (tuesday) if I can find someone to meet up with......and I can get my crap done over here in the am. guess I will have to wait and see. I'd go on Friday night but I am most likely leaving for Long Island for a few days........gotta go see Mom and some friends I haven't seen for awhile.
I was thinking about going up there maybe tomorrow night (tuesday) if I can find someone to meet up with......and I can get my crap done over here in the am. guess I will have to wait and see. I'd go on Friday night but I am most likely leaving for Long Island for a few days........gotta go see Mom and some friends I haven't seen for awhile.I'm working days this week so I will get back to you tonight or tomorrow
with this weather, i may just do it at huntington again. i would like to do one on greenwood, so we could target muskies. we'll see.I wonder if swing bridge at night is good for walleye! Anybody try it in the dark with latterns? thinking about it.
I wonder if swing bridge at night is good for walleye! Anybody try it in the dark with latterns? thinking about it.well for starters I don't think ya wanna use Lanterns. Eyes are very sensitive to light.....thats why most guys only catch them at night or dawn/dusk
Yeah, ya want to bring the night vision goggles ;)LOL......the way I read it was that he was going to spotlight them....he did say lanterns
Wow! ....go fish over the weekend and you Guys put down 4 pages! No rain here Just gloppy snow.
Last night Jigging, I was hitting the specks pretty good and I thought I hooked up with the MacDaddy of all time perch ... Turned out to be a 19" pickerell. >:( didn't need a spring bobber for him :o
well for starters I don't think ya wanna use Lanterns. Eyes are very sensitive to light.....thats why most guys only catch them at night or dawn/duskhammer, read this excerpt i surfed up a minute ago “The big thing about night fishing,” explains Bro, “is to be ready before you go out there. Clam Corp has a new LED lighting system, with 30 bulbs inside flexible marine grade rope. Mount the lights to the frame of a Fish Trap or Clam, and there’s enough light to see, tie knots, even read.”
Jimmy, you see the new Mitchell spring bobber rods that are out this year?Got a link?
I think you are just trying to get in shape for flag chasing at Highland !....
Jimmy, TFB only says one thing.....I'm a crackhead..... ::)
i hear ya pooley..... ::).... hence the 2 jobs i'm working to pay the bills....hows yo and hockey ????????????? hockey a daddy yet ?????????? i'm behind on the suffern gossip..... ;) ;Dthe guys are all well. mike Still doesn't live in his house. ::) frankies doing well. hockey (rob) is not a dad yet. march i think. yo is still kicking, working this winter! john (the ski pole cane) had hip surgery, so he's not icefishing this year, but will lose the ski pole for next season!!! ;D
Morning gang, did someone edit this thread I remember it being close to ninety pages and now I see seventy two pages.Yes one of the moderators not from this state that has THING TO DO but look at other states deleted the pages because you guy’s but info on contest's on here
Well after trying real hard yesterday and blowing 60 bucks for a day on swb, i'm interested in another lk up north knowing closer to home ice is questionable for saturday.. was wondering about huntington, was eyeing the topo on dec site.. never tried there yet but, it looks alike like a harriman sized place.. is is good parking/easy access?.. is the pannies any good and can you keep trout this time of year if they are in there? thanks ahead, john
Years ago(25) I use to do well at Superior Lake. We've always done well on Black Lake also, open water or ice. I haven't heard much about Black Lake though, anyone fish it?Bart, I'm pretty sure black lk. is now a private community.. I tried looking for access a few season ago. Yeah, agree 25 years alot has changed! In all honesty, I think the state should at least consider warm water stocking programs to promote better fishing opportunities. Superior has alot of 25 ft water and a small section has just over 30ft on my depth finder. I wish the DEC would stock it with blk crappie.. only caught a few specimens in three ice seasons.. tried Superior over a dozen times.. jigged mostly dink perch..still nice pickerel but i'm not big on pickerel .For the few places to ice fish up that way, I heard from a local guy I met up at SWB that the electric co. is starting to fill up toronto res. But I'm not interested in walking that far where the ice fishing is supposedly good.
yes, you can keep trout at huntington all year.
Bart, I'm pretty sure black lk. is now a private community.. I tried looking for access a few season ago. Yeah, agree 25 years alot has changed! In all honesty, I think the state should at least consider warm water stocking programs to promote better fishing opportunities. Superior has alot of 25 ft water and a small section has just over 30ft on my depth finder. I wish the DEC would stock it with blk crappie.. only caught a few specimens in three ice seasons.. tried Superior over a dozen times.. jigged mostly dink perch..still nice pickerel but i'm not big on pickerel .For the few places to ice fish up that way, I heard from a local guy I met up at SWB that the electric co. is starting to fill up toronto res. But I'm not interested in walking that far where the ice fishing is supposedly good.The walk is definately not worth it at Toronto.......did it last year in 6" of snow..........caught 1 perch about 13" and a few smallies....thats it. Maybe I wasn't fishing the right spot....was right off the dam.....not much water anywhere else. The walk took longer than the ride in the truck....lol Never again
Pooley am I mistaken but, last year didn't that local guy say he could not remember the last time he saw a trouts come out at Huntington?lol..hey jimmyclaude!!!! i'll take your word!! 2583 posts! :o coincidentally, i just got off the ph. with my fishing partner.. tried to sway him to try huntington..after my poor solo SWB outing the previous day..but since he is driving ,i'm not fussing over where to fish! so we are going to try those illusive eyes once again in the hard to fish depths of the Swinging bridge ..if all goes well, we will be on early sat. this time we will set 10 :tipups: and both be jigging too.
Pooley am I mistaken but, last year didn't that local guy say he could not remember the last time he saw a trouts come out at Huntington?yeah, i remember.
Yes one of the moderators not from this state that has THING TO DO but look at other states deleted the pages because you guy’s but info on contest's on hereThank you ShawnM ,thought I remembered a higher page count .Guess we all have to remember to get clearance on contest info.before posting or send the inquiring member info. by personal message.
hammer, the last time we icefished toronto was the season before they drained it. From the only public access ramp..We hiked all through and around that first turn point with the huge manchant estate,, resi was full then and the avg dept was around mid 20ft to 30s we did nothing tipup or jigging. think we tried it twice that ice season was short due to early thaw.I heard big trout are being had this season if you care to hike! hiking is also not my idea of fishing! 8)
Pooley am I mistaken but, last year didn't that local guy say he could not remember the last time he saw a trouts come out at Huntington?jimmy c ...that local guys been so drunk the last 25 years he cant remember where his fly is.. ::) 1987.... drywall guy that played 2nd base on our softball team in july while in a bass tourney at night nailed a huge trout i think it was a brown something like 28inchs and weighing big...it made the local papers....last one i remember seeing /hearing about...bar rumor has it that we fish the wrong side to catch trout.... ;) ;D
There's lots of trout in Lake Huntington but they cruise four to 6 feet below the ice. If you're fishing just off the bottom you probably won't catch any. Last year I got two by setting my tip-up at five feet.not for nuthing icewine...but i used to play alot of softball up your way...perhaps we know the same folks ?????????....bobby vero...bubba who owned the hotel (RIP..)...john h. (or gonzo...)..tony fredo...the gillows...etc...etc...
Also, I had the same experience on Toronto Lake as everyone else: lousy day on the ice.
If anyone is interested Google Maps did their satellite survey of Swinging Bridge while the lake was drained. You can clearly see much of the bottom and it is really handy when choosing a spot to fish.
not for nuthing icewine...but i used to play alot of softball up your way...perhaps we know the same folks ?????????....bobby vero...bubba who owned the hotel (RIP..)...john h. (or gonzo...)..tony fredo...the gillows...etc...etc...
I know a few of those names but I didn't grow up around here, I'm a transplant and even part flatlander.aaah...i grew up a local but married a long island girl.... ::) ::) ::)...ever fish at the delaware lake gathering...i hear its quite a party... ;) ;D
going out on greenwood lake today. only 4 of us today. :-\just two of us going to try swb today.. should be fun this saturday anywhere outdoors fishing!!!! ;D
Bcshanty, beaver dam on rt. 42 just outside of grahamsville. Any help would be greatThis contest is Feb 14.
Let me know what the slush condition is after you get back.Gary, released this one around 11am in 40fow on a tipup .. no slush at all just thick 12" or more ice and very slow once again.. only a few dink perch/crappie throwbacks.. i'm thinking in a few yrs it will be better fishing ..albeit..georgeous day outdoors! o fed my eagle a few perch again too (http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz48/freeicein10/jan002.jpg)
Sure will be nice to hear conditions at all the local lakes so we know what to expect. I'll be able to get out one day this week and can't decide if I want to go to White Lake, Big Pond or some other body.
Gary
Thank you for the information.More information in the EVENTS Category under NEW YORK.
Let me know what the slush condition is after you get back.
Sure will be nice to hear conditions at all the local lakes so we know what to expect. I'll be able to get out one day this week and can't decide if I want to go to White Lake, Big Pond or some other body.
Gary
Pooley, how did you guys make out today? I / TFB finished the drywall and first coat about 10 minutes ago...d**n rectangular/triangular house ::) I'm hoping to get out tomorrow for the morning bite...3 fish. things got a little screwed up, but we did get out. :-\
Thanks Dan. Sounds like you saw some of your tax dollars hard at work or was it play while getting paid?
Yea, they can hit Wolf, Yankee, Masten Louise Marie and Wanasink and break all the laws they would bust us for in a NY minute. ;)
You would think they could appreciate all us legal sportsman who pay the bills but instead they approach with the hope of issuing some paper. I had one who wanted to write me up because I didn't have my dog on a leash out in the middle of nowhere.
Tight lines.
Sounds like someone needs to put up a chain or cable across the entrance to your beach parking lot so they can't park there.
You're right Gary, pay for play.......I've had several verbal confrontations with them about riding on our lake and trails. They informed me real quick that they have the authority to come on our private property
anytime they want, and any fish we stock become the property of NY and they can regulate it anyway they want. A couple of years ago I was stopped by these guys 5 times in ONE day while riding my snow-
mobile on the lakes and trails that connect them, 5 times!!!! They said they see so many sleds they can't remember everyone of them. BS. I ride alone most of the time but sometimes with 3 or 4 other guys
and if we are out most of the day we may run into at most 5 other people on sleds. I have to say I never got a ticket. My neighbour brings his old yellow lab on the ice with him and lets him run loose but leaves
a leash on him that drags along behind so he can say, oh, he just got loose. The DEC park at our club house/beach with their pick-up and two place trailer and take up 1/3 of the parking lot for most of the day.
Oh well, it could be worse, we could have NO ice and we'd complain about that. I just stay legal and enjoy as much of this as I can.
Gary, I heard there were some nice tigers in there too before the draw down as well as those hybrid stripers. Knowing it is highly unlikely any hybrids can reproduce and knowing they do have shortage lifespans and knowing these stocking experiments were from long ago..chances are slim that those fish exist from those stocks.. I'm just hoping these 3 far between eye specimens are a sign of good things to come in a year or so.. I like lk oneida eyes,, but I would very much enjoy reading about walleye stockings in the lower lake regions where they would likely proliferate.. i think swing bridge and a few catskill resi watersI hear ya, those big trout are fun to catch/suck to eat, would love to see some wallys in roundout, Even if they draw it down the waters so deep the fish would survive!!!!!!!!
would benefit from such stocking programs. I would think canonsville res pepacton res ashokan roundout even the nerversink along with swinging bridge res would be excellent choices for walleye stockings.. I likecatching and releasing huge smelly stinky trout from these waters but, i'll take walleye for the fish fry any weekend.
Hey Gary.... How ya doin'?? Still trying to beat the odds on Big Pond???
We fished a private lake in Sullivan this weekend.....and it's BRAGGING TIME!!
I nailed a 15" (13" girth) Black Crappie that weighed out at THREE POUNDS!!! Hell of a fight on VERY light tackle.
We had over 45 fish total on Sat., but today was a real bust!
Are you guys going to the South Fallsburg Fire Dept. contest next Sat.?? If we get a bunch of guys from IS, we should make an event of it. Let's talk it over and decide where to meet.
Also looking forward to the annual Highland Lake event. Have to find someplace to crash for the weekend of Feb. 13 (my buddy who lives near there is going to Florida, so can't stay at his place). Anyone know of a motel in the area of Highland???
Topher, Holehawg, Pooley, Mr. Cleran, YO, etc. are we going make a day of it sometime this year??? Always a good time getting together with you guys. Any ideas???
IceBalls
Are you guys going to the South Fallsburg Fire Dept. contest next Sat.?? If we get a bunch of guys from IS, we should make an event of it.
IceBalls
Hey Gary.... How ya doin'?? Still trying to beat the odds on Big Pond???i'll be at highland tourney as will be topher....i might try fallsburg this sat. how much and where do ya go to start there ??????????? (been working 2 jobs... ::) but gonna take feb. weekends off to get my icefishing in ...) as for our gathering pooleys hashing it out...i think maybe we better hurry cause me thinks feb is all we is gonna have for ice this year....lots of rain last night and lots coming today.... :-\
We fished a private lake in Sullivan this weekend.....and it's BRAGGING TIME!!
I nailed a 15" (13" girth) Black Crappie that weighed out at THREE POUNDS!!! Hell of a fight on VERY light tackle.
We had over 45 fish total on Sat., but today was a real bust!
Are you guys going to the South Fallsburg Fire Dept. contest next Sat.?? If we get a bunch of guys from IS, we should make an event of it. Let's talk it over and decide where to meet.
Also looking forward to the annual Highland Lake event. Have to find someplace to crash for the weekend of Feb. 13 (my buddy who lives near there is going to Florida, so can't stay at his place). Anyone know of a motel in the area of Highland???
Topher, Holehawg, Pooley, Mr. Cleran, YO, etc. are we going make a day of it sometime this year??? Always a good time getting together with you guys. Any ideas???
IceBalls
i'll be at highland tourney as will be topher....i might try fallsburg this sat. how much and where do ya go to start there ??????????? (been working 2 jobs... ::) but gonna take feb. weekends off to get my icefishing in ...) as for our gathering pooleys hashing it out...i think maybe we better hurry cause me thinks feb is all we is gonna have for ice this year....lots of rain last night and lots coming today.... :-\
as for our gathering pooleys hashing it out...i think maybe we better hurry cause me thinks feb is all we is gonna have for ice this year....lots of rain last night and lots coming today....
Any time HoleHawg... But I may have to get a bigger fridge so there is room for more beer. ;)i have been hitting it alittle hard lately.... ;) ;D
Hey Dan;
WE were on Wolf lake yesterday over by the club house we had 15 guys with us,,it was slow.
3 nice pick's one was 24" and 4.3 lbs,1 crappy and a couple of perch,The bass were hitting the larger bait,
all in all was a great day to be out.
Where were you fishing? ;D
Tim
Hammer hit it on the head ! I was going to post the same thing, this way if there is any property damage associated with vandals, trespassing etc.. you lower your risks being held liable for accidents, etc... best to post no trespassing signs and key/cable at this point in time.. and law enforcement has the right to patrol over your property but not harass or challenge your rights under the new patriot act program! ;D ;) oh man ..this is too funny.. seriously, cops are only interested in serving and protecting the peace governed by rules.. be it public or private lands, just abide by the rules/laws and if they are out of their jurisdiction, get their identity and a lawyer
Dan;
That was us with the fire and BBq , I don't know how long they stayed out I had to leave at 3 ,I promised my grandson I would take him sliegh riding (getting to old for that s#%$)
I was with the Blakesley clan,we will probaly be in the same spot for the contest. We have been in that spot for the contest for the last 5 years I've been going.
You and the Topher clan are welcome too... may need help with HoleHawg's inebriated carcuss. ;)carcuss ????????????? we have spell check mr. c..... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
Any ice reports for Sullivan county?plenty safe ice, it is the border state and lower region 3 that needs a few nights to be safe/safer imo.. by weekend it is going to be sub zero too
you can ride with me or follow ...your call...i'll be checking the ice on sat. maybe fishing in fallsburg with iceballs...river ice is almost gone...and the little ponds by my house took hard hits...need some deep freeze again... ::)
I'll follow...can't fit this year's gear in your truck with your gear, it barely fits in the back of the Ranger.. ::)lol...lol...topher..youse has become a gear hawg....lmao...and so it shall be.... ::)... the dirty dodge and the danger ranger heading toward highland...what time ya wanna meet ??????????? still need breakfest stuff ???????????? ;) ;D and is the suffern gang coming up ?????????????
lol...lol...topher..youse has become a gear hawg....lmao...and so it shall be.... ::)... the dirty dodge and the danger ranger heading toward highland...what time ya wanna meet ??????????? still need breakfest stuff ???????????? ;) ;D and is the suffern gang coming up ?????????????
Is the lake Fallsburg Fire Department Ice Fishing thing this weekend on Echo Lake South Fallsburg is that lake called Alta Lake? & what RD is it onnot sure shawn ....iceballs is gonna post something on this...i never fished it and would like to try to meet him there sat. :-\
shawn ..ya gonna be fishing were ya were last time we missed ya at highland ???????????? jimmy c . springbobber ..that is quite the indian name...does it mean lake of the wind flag.... ;) ;D....topher i brought a new huge bait bucket all tricked out.... ;) we's covered this year... ;D... 5 ish sounds good...we need to get there early...i wannas sneak up on the fish's again.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
twas a close one fellas...wifezilla tried to plan a trip down to long island to see her sis on the sat. of highland tourney...had us a good old fashion stand off over here.... :flex: :flex: :flex: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:Thought i heard a ruckus down thata way ! ;D
Thought i heard a ruckus down thata way ! ;Dyep nieghbor.... i almost had to draw the 40 s & w on her ....but the mace did its magic ...we'll try to keep it down next time... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ohhh yeah mschott....almost forgot...wanna join in on feb. 13 highland lake ?????????? 20.00 bucks buys in a dozen free bait ...all ya can eat and drink...sounds like some shanty guys are gonna attend again.... :)
no problemo...5 it is....say 5-ish...i dont think check in is till 6 or 7 anyway..gotta get our names and $$$$$$$$$$ in ... ;D
well, we have to check ice conditions across the area, so i can pick lake, and a date, like feb. 20th. ;)
we got alittle snow here topher..nothing big ...i get lucky tomorrow...a day off from work...i'm gonna find some ice somewhere and fish.... ;D
lucky you....I pretty much am done fishing til Highland...
Who all are going to Fallsburg this saturday??? ???
WE are getting our grub and goodies together already!
Who all are going to Fallsburg this saturday??? ???where in fallsburg?.. i was thinking about up that way but its suppose to be bitter cold all weekend!
WE are getting our grub and goodies together already!
I just was thinking the same thing. My brother and I (possibly my uncle and cousin and daughter). We will have a black shanty up. We will have the country music cranking and the stove working. Hopefully the flags cranking too. We will be easy to find if we hook something nice ;D.which lk?..you setting tip-ups !!! mine are the old fashing ones.. i keep thinking about having to keep cleaning them holes in sub zero temps! it is weekends this cold that i want a shanty
Who all are going to Fallsburg this saturday??? ???what's going on in fallsburg? morningside tourney? I am thinking about it if it isn't blustery.. i don't mind sub temps , it is the windchill if it is going to be windy weekend. hey pooley what do you think is going on with harriman?
WE are getting our grub and goodies together already!
which lk?..you setting tip-ups !!! mine are the old fashing ones.. i keep thinking about having to keep cleaning them holes in sub zero temps! it is weekends this cold that i want a shanty
Echo Lake. South fallsburg fire dept tourney. $8 a man. They will have bait for sale on site.I thought echo lk was closed to ice fishing? ..I know that pond and what is in it.. the state inhereted that estate and the abandoned manchant ..i heard it was owned by the late cartoon artist bugs bunny, is this the place in ulster county or another echoe private lk in fallsburg ? because it doesn;t compute on the DEC site.
Is this the date your throwing out Pooley? ???yes! someone caught it! ;D
yes! someone caught it! ;D
Echo Lake. South fallsburg fire dept tourney. $8 a man. They will have bait for sale on site.i was looking for echoe lk in fallsburg on google maps ,can't find it ..what st or around fallsburg? is it sat or sunday?
i was looking for echoe lk in fallsburg on google maps ,can't find it ..what st or around fallsburg? is it sat or sunday?
probably huntington, unless greenwood gets better. there is a great mix of species in greenwood. i'd hate to see some get a large musky though! ::) ;D
probably huntington, unless greenwood gets better. there is a great mix of species in greenwood. i'd hate to see some get a large musky though! ::) ;D
What's wrong with greenwood?nothing some cold won't help. ;D
well i just got back from fallsburg tourney ...i hooked up with iceballs and his friend john...they caught a few.. i had no luck..i got there late .... :'(...didnt see tim or shawn or paul...were ya guys there ??????????? i'll post some pics once i get a beer and get my gear dried out...hitting highland tomorrow....a little pre scouting... ;) ;Di want to ice fish tomorrow ..never been to highland or glenere or walton aren't they all private community lks? interested in finding decent crappie/perch water
On Google they call it Alta lake,We all know it as Echo lake.
It's this saturday from 7 am to 3 pm.
You turn off 42 by the old theater and follow the road about 2 miles and the lake is on the left.
Registration is on the far end of the lake as you drive in.
You can bring 4 wheelers ,they must be registered and ins. Don't forget your helmets the DEC will be there ::)
Hey timster,
Wish I had remembered your post earlier today, went for a ride to check some of the local lakes. Started with S. Fallsburg but couldn't find the right lake, a sign on Rt 42 would be nice. Went to morningside lake, 10 or 12 guys spread out all over but didn't talk to anybody, just watched them for a few
minutes with binoculars. Went over to White Lake and parked at the public launch, 4-5 guys on 4-wheelers, couple of shanties and a dog!! Two guys
straight out in a large wooden shanty with a stove pipe out the wall and a TV satellite dish on the roof, anybody know what thats all about ??? ??? ???
If anybody is planing on fishing SWB and using the public launch on Starlight Rd forget about it, barricade across the entrance and yellow tape stretched
all across the front to keep you out. The parking lot is SOLID ice. If you were able to get in you'd never get out :( Stopped at Sports Nuts in Rock
Hill on the way home and picked up a dozen medium bait, will just fish my home lake Sun.
Dan echo lake is found by going past homedepot in monticello ...stay striaght all the way to fallsburg town...take a left after the bank off of main st. ...go to were the road y's... bear left...you'll see the lake on ya right....the road down is un marked and on ya right...
I'm going west to Schenevus lake this Sat. with some friends... Any you guys ever fish it? It' just off I-88
iceballs doesnt the eldred preserve have rooms ???????????? topher i think we need many tipups...and bait... ;) ;D
oooh yeah ...highland is slick as can be ...10 inches..nothing on top...nice clear ice...cleat city... ;) ;D...will have to get the frozen pea bags ready for the day after.... ;D ;D ;D
Information on Highland Lake contest on Feb. 13th. Anyone help with information regarding registration booth location, entry prices, times, and best access? And maybe some directions to the lake. Couple of buddies and i are coming from ellenville, ny way. Thanks guys!I do not want to miss this one! I'm interested in showing feb 13th! just pm or post the details regarding registration! I would also like a few pointers for the lk like game species and hotspots /topo if available.. Can I check out this lk myself before the tourney date to get a feel for it or is it private? kind regards ,john
Well today I had quite possibly the worst day ice fishing ever. We got to echo and were set up at 7. We about 730 this guy strolls in decide we are in his spot. So he walks up to our shanty and proceeds to back track maybe 25 yards and looks **censored**ed backtracking. He and a buddy then set there. No real biggie but 1/2 of the lake was open at that point. Anyway so we have 5 guys fishing and jigging and get a total of 6 fish 1 bass 2 pickerels and 3 perch. Kept 1 pickerel and the perch. I didnt get a flag. I had fun even though we didnt really do that good. But here goes the bad part. Well as we are packing up and getting ready to leave hear comes a DEC officer and his k9. Which at this point isnt a big deal because we havent done anything wrong. Well the officer approachs me first and says where is the trout? I say what trout. He then says where are you hiding them. I respond with we havent caught any trout officer. Very respectfully I might add. He says if I search you guys and find the trout, you are all going to jail. My response is go ahead and search. He says that dog right there will search your things and find the trout. My uncle says listen we arent going to argue go ahead and search. He puts us all to the side and proceeds to go through everything that we have with a fine tooth comb. He even looked in our tipup holes- like 12 of them atleast. And he finds nothing. But he does allow my shanty which we just unstaked to roll 15 yards down the lake after we tell him it is not staked(its not going anywhere were his words). So after he searches our stuff for 25 minutes he then tells us that 2 people told him that we were talking about trout all day and we had some hidden. He goes over to the guys next to us and asks them a question and comes back. Asks everyone for their license even though there is not a tipup in the water. Well everyone has their license but my cousin has only his back tag. His fault, at this point the officer says I can give you a fine right now for 125 dollars for not having your license. But since I searched you guys I will run it through the computer. Not once even after that did his say anything like I am just doing my job or I apologize for being a . I was so **censored**ed I just left and wont be back. I catch and release everything that I catch unless like today it is a tournament. I was highly insulted that this officer treated me like a criminal. I understand that he has a job to do but you can be professional about it. It makes you feel like a major . I have a teaching degree and am not going to throw that away by developing a criminal record.pd that sounded like a big yellow flag on the playing feild to me! worse than a facemask, roughing the passer personal foul! Did you get the officers name and badge number?.. I think it best we start such a program and post the indentity of such people..maybe even create a separte forum for such complaints afterall, our tax dollars and license fees are what get these people high salary/full top benefits!
I think in my heart that the two people that told him this was the guy and his buddy who's spot we "took" I watched him fish all over the lake including like 10-12 feet from 2 different groups of people. Even with all the room out there.
Anyway I saw you holehawg and iceball but I was so fired up. I left.
pd that sounded like a big yellow flag on the playing feild to me! worse than a facemask, roughing the passer personal foul! Did you get the officers name and badge number?.. I think it best we start such a program and post the indentity of such people..maybe even create a separte forum for such complaints afterall, our tax dollars and license fees are what get these people high salary/full top benefits!I second that........great idea.
What the other guy did to you and the Warden is against the law! Sounds like you should contact the friendly Officer and insist he give the other gentleman a citation for falsely reporting an incident Just because he had the Jones for you beating him to his "Spot".
I don't blame the officer as they deal with the law breakers all the time and always expect the worse as they have to deal with societies worse ....not the best.
jimmy,in all honesty and with all due respect,, I have to totally disagree.. first off, the warden was out of line in his approach.. all officers of the law are trained to uphold the law.. we the people pay their salaries and they are to uphold the law period! ,, the warden from pd's interpretation is wrong period. His job is not to suspect any poaching because of a couple of local smartasses getting away with false assumptions/statements.. If I may say, the warden has violated those fishermens' rights, worse even is to scare or even provoke law abiding tax paying citizens. I rarely if ever had such a nasty confrontation with fish/game officials but, if i sense something is wrong with the questioning etc. I start asking the questions..I know it might have been just a bad day/week for the cop but still there is no excuse, ph, through video voice/camera technology.. I seen a few reminders of badass cops on youtube that should not be serving in law enforcement..! lol in truth, if a cop has too many bad days, like in the movie dirty harry.. .. maybe it is time for early retirement?..!!! we can not afford bad calls out in the playing field.. it doesn't help serve, support or protect or keep peace for society!
yeah, we are all human... cops included. Just sounded like the warden was missled. Any way you look at the situation, it would harsh anyone's mellow.If it were me , I'd probably throw a stick out far on the ice for the k9 and toss the man a busch! lol
I didnt appreciate him being a jerk but I do understand that he was doing his job. The only thing I would have liked is for him to kind of tone down when he realized after 25 minutes of searching that we didnt do a d**n thing wrong. I believe I said before he could have said something simple like you know guys I went through you stuff and didnt find anything but I had to do my job. (that way not really apologizing but in a way he would be.) I understand that he deals with scum all the time but it should have been apparent to him we werent one of them after the search and showing him our license.
It actually bothered me the rest of the weekend. I love to ice fish but honestly this left a really bad taste in my mouth. I thought for a minute about not going to another tourney or just stay on my home lake where I havent ever seen them. (but thats not going to happen) I am always very respectful to officers of the law whether DEC or police and everyone I meet for that matter. I just would have liked a little more professionality from him. But I in no way envy his job because he has to worry about his own safety and make sure that laws are followed and probably doesnt get all that many rewards.
you know pd, it is possible you can call that districts municipality/police dept, and just get it on record, all pgone conversations are recorded digitized data etc.. your cop bully experience was unwarranted.. it is not like you need to file a report but it might be a good idea so that other unwarey tax paying citizens don't have to share the same dreadful experience. I would think the officer needs some re-training. cops are real people with real problems too.. they might pair him with another mentor officer until they feel he is fit for duty on his own or a long vacation. All I know is if that happened to me, I wouldn't hesitate to file a report by phone. You should report the matter for identifying that officer on duty at the time.
Information on Highland Lake contest on Feb. 13th. Anyone help with information regarding registration booth location, entry prices, times, and best access? And maybe some directions to the lake. Couple of buddies and i are coming from ellenville, ny way. Thanks guys!go to yulan pecks market...make the next left after the store ....your looking for the sand bar (hint alot of pickups...lol..) 20 bucks to enter...they have beer and food and dozen bait with that entry fee...access is right where ya enter the contest...they allow 4 wheelers...big lake if ya walking...they start off at 7 am....
What the other guy did to you and the Warden is against the law! Sounds like you should contact the friendly Officer and insist he give the other gentleman a citation for falsely reporting an incident Just because he had the Jones for you beating him to his "Spot".i think jimmy is right. also, you don't know what kind of day the officer had. i've seen them dealing with jerks, more times than you can imagine! i live 45 minutes north of NYC, and we see hundreds of citiots here. it would only take one or two jerks to get them aggravated. you could've been the next guy he checked, with a bogus report to boot.
I don't blame the officer as they deal with the law breakers all the time and always expect the worse as they have to deal with societies worse ....not the best.
citiots
Has anyone ever fished Crystal Lake in Sullivan County? If so is there a pass you need to ice fish it & where do you go about getting it? Thanks for any help..........dont bother with crystal lake.....not worth the time....
dont bother with crystal lake.....not worth the time....that is closed to ice fishing! hehehe i found that out a few winters ago!
not to mention it suks... ;) ;D....
I didnt appreciate him being a jerk but I do understand that he was doing his job. The only thing I would have liked is for him to kind of tone down when he realized after 25 minutes of searching that we didnt do a d**n thing wrong. I believe I said before he could have said something simple like you know guys I went through you stuff and didnt find anything but I had to do my job. (that way not really apologizing but in a way he would be.) I understand that he deals with scum all the time but it should have been apparent to him we werent one of them after the search and showing him our license.
It actually bothered me the rest of the weekend. I love to ice fish but honestly this left a really bad taste in my mouth. I thought for a minute about not going to another tourney or just stay on my home lake where I havent ever seen them. (but thats not going to happen) I am always very respectful to officers of the law whether DEC or police and everyone I meet for that matter. I just would have liked a little more professionality from him. But I in no way envy his job because he has to worry about his own safety and make sure that laws are followed and probably doesnt get all that many rewards.
I'll take 2 topher what kind of discount do you get on that. ;)
I would get it for sticker price ;) which I believe is 68K...only 2 of them in the entire state of NY..#43 of 250...you can get as SS Camaro and have it shipped down to SLP, they can upgrade it for you....the supercharger kit itself is only 23k...best of luck brother, and TFB too!!!
Well, I hope to post pics tomorrow nite, depending on how hectic things are..I'm not gonna start a new thread like many others do, just gonna post them here...won't be many of TFB, she has outlawed pics the first day....wish us luck ! ;D
best of luck brother, and TFB too!!!
well it snowed and the roads are crappy... so guess grace will be born today..... ;) ;D... i'll be at work tonight so wont get the news til late...good luck topher and tfb.... :)
looks like this weekend could be snowed out, but i hope not! :-\Any luck with our local lakes?
looks like this weekend could be snowed out, but i hope not! :-\just let know.....i may go anyway...gotta get outside....too much inside air for me this week... ;D
Congratulations Chris. Did you ever find any of those pink tip up's?
IT'S A GIRL !!!!!!!Looks like a keeper!!!!!!!!
Cameryn Grace Confer
8lbs 3oz, 20.5" long, born at 3:22 this afternoon
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took more pics, but they came out a little funny.....
what are good places to go in southern orange.near warwick?wickham and genmere ;)
Well, after a short night, its time to go back to the hospital to spend the day with TFB and Lil TFB....if you guys are going out this weekend, be safe and good luck ! catch one for us :tipup:we will be missing you out there topher. we'll catch up soon. give my best to the girls!
So, What's Topher's new family handle? Daddy, Pappy, Poppy, Bub.....? The names TFB was callin him during delivery don't count :oi wonder if she used adult language in there.... ;) ;D.....
So, What's Topher's new family handle? Daddy, Pappy, Poppy, Bub.....? The names TFB was callin him during delivery don't count :o
Hey Pooley! any word on harrimen?I called every day this week and nothing is open in harriman.. they say that there is open water on the lakes so it is doubtful they be opening after this snow >:( I sure hope I'm wrong.. in anycase, it was slow season for me because of it
topher she is certainly a keeper ;D
Thank you ! We came home from the hospital today, a day early...TFB is a real toughie, and Cameryn is strong in her own right ;Dgood for you guys! way to be TFB!!!!! ;D
thanks rob! wish you were joining us. i'll have to jig up all those fish without you! ;D
Does anyone know if the parking lot at Swinging Bridge is open again?
Last report here mentioned there was police tape up due to ice.
Thanks for any info!
got some nice fish yesterday on a private lake......25 crappies, 9 perch and 2 pickeral....and an awesome sunset to boot (http://i50.tinypic.com/2w6w0n9.jpg) (http://i49.tinypic.com/2pobh2c.jpg) (http://i49.tinypic.com/i5ul91.jpg)
i dont know what tourney he was at topher but ours is still on sat feb 13th at highland /sand bar...must be 2 clubs with the same name.... ::) 6 to 2 is the fishing time.... ;D
Ice Balls check out the website for the Sullivan County visitor's assoc. (www.scva.net) it has a lodging section. Also Eldred Preserve has rooms for rent.steve, Are you sure there is a highland lk or is it another name? this is what i originally thought exit off 17 head west of middletown via mt.hope rd. (county rd.11)...? other than another small pond east of just northeast of middletown, I see no other highland lk. on the map in sullivan county. i know white swb superior never fished huntington but see no highland lk per your directions.. could you be a bit more specific? this morning i'm taking it slow, having my java, nice bacon fries big cheese egg omelette soon .. load my pu and going to look around for lks to icefish.. might even try putnam resi today. unless anyone here has a better plan and would meet somewhere they feel is great icefishing! ..i'll ck here before heading out around 10am. meanwhile i'm going to call tioroti again for kicks! lmfao.. oh and a "Bob's bait shop someone pitched to me on the putnam forum. peace ,John.. i'm up for that highland lk tourney if is it this weekend!
Mtbusch if you use route 17 west to get to Monticello and the route 17b to get to Swinging Bridge form your location just stay on 17b go through the traffic light in White Lake .You will see the lake off to your right shortly after passing the lake is the turn off for route 55 take this road all the way to Highland Lake. (there is a Mccean or Mckane real estate office where you turn onto route 55 a left turn from route 17b)
Iceman99 I think the King of The Ice contest is on Sunday the twenty first.
Steve
Highland lake is south of eldred preserve, on rt.55?
Highland lake is south of eldred preserve, on rt.55?pooley, ..i had mt hope on my cheap 70.00 GPS ..i passed it up and 13miles later was at swb ..they have it still locked but the parking lot is not much ice.. i parked outside the entrance and by 2pm had my tipups out at 2:30 i got a flag in 32fow.. it was a 15" throwback eye.. nothing jigging and it was dead after that.. left there after dark. As far as highland lk goes, i bet it is private.. i missed a turn and didn't feel like turning back to look for it.think it is off highland rd. (deadend) on the map .. and i bet it is a closed community lk.
Hey iceballs whats up? Did you get my e-mails.IM dying to get out there.Anybody know when king of the ice is?
Kind of!I drove right pass the rd. yesterday,, i was running late and knew it had to be a private rd. /lk
You would pass the Eldred Preserve on Rt. 55 and in the town, Red Light, of Eldred you make a left at the light and another quick left just before the cement bridge, County Rt 47.
I drove right pass the rd. yesterday,, i was running late and knew it had to be a private rd. /lk
steve, Are you sure there is a highland lk or is it another name? this is what i originally thought exit off 17 head west of middletown via mt.hope rd. (county rd.11)...? other than another small pond east of just northeast of middletown, I see no other highland lk.
It is not a private road! It is a county road that connects rt. 55 over to Rt. 42 and goes right past Highland and Mohican lakes. It also goes right over Mongaup Falls reservoir which is the outflow from Swinging bridge dam. ;)pm me directions Gary, i want to make this tourney!
We are in the sticks up here but the roads are pretty simple if you have been here as long as me.
Gary
yeah its snowing here... ::) i dont think the boys are coming up...no ice balls either...i might ask a buddy to come along for more tipups too... ;) ;DWhat derby?
Highland Lake in Eldred is not private it is a STATE LAKE !!!! Here is the info for Sat $20 get's you 12 dozen bait beer lunch soda water 1,2,3 in Panfish & Pickerel. Sign in Starts at 6 AM fishing starts at 7 end's at 2 or 3. holehawg PM me I hope we can meet up I will have 8 guy's from shanty goingCount me in! i'm likely to come solo, will try getting an icefishing partner .. i'll be there 6am at the firehouse or where exactly we meeting for this derby?, john
Guys, i would like to make this tourney, is there anything like entry fee prizes or is this a small friendly shanty meet? I can bring all the essentials .. yesterdays ice was very thick on swb.. something like 15", i have a gas auger and if i'm invited i'll be coming up solo.. friend has to work this weekend.
mtbusch, how did you do on Swinging Bridge yesterday? I wanted to go but couldn't pull it off, seemed like a perfect day.ice, i released one walleye from about 32 fow on a med chub .. that was it! i been trying to hug that drop between 20s to 40s walking off to the right from the ramp.. you will see my 10 holes i just drilled if it weren't for the snow lol.. there were however, tree stick markers someone previously used close to where i like to set up.. overall .. this was perhaps 5th or 6th attempt on swb.. nothing much except the fact that the walleye are in there.. i'm thinking a few more seasons.. think next serious outing if i can wing it, trying putnam county reses...never ventured that way for ice fishing yet.. and it is close to my house too for day trips. John
The Highland lake derby will take place out of the Sand Beach bar access which is off Lakeview drive in the town of Highland. Mohican lake rd leads to Lakeview road. Should be a good turn out for this years event.
SHAWNM
Highland Lake is NOT a "STATE LAKE" and has NO public accesses, you need to have permission from a landowner to legally access Highland.
The Firehouse area is private property as is the Swamp areas. There are a few fishermen that were ticketed this year for tresspassing near the firehouse.
The Sand Beach Bar used to let people access the ice in the past but that was stopped a few years ago due to vandalism.
Good luck to everyone fishing the Mohogany Ridge Fishing and Hunting Clubs, Highland Lake Derby this weekend!!
Thank you and I am priviledged to have this opportunity to try my luck! here's hoping for good weather this saturday!
The Highland lake derby will take place out of the Sand Beach bar access which is off Lakeview drive in the town of Highland. Mohican lake rd leads to Lakeview road. Should be a good turn out for this years event.
SHAWNM
Highland Lake is NOT a "STATE LAKE" and has NO public accesses, you need to have permission from a landowner to legally access Highland.
The Firehouse area is private property as is the Swamp areas. There are a few fishermen that were ticketed this year for tresspassing near the firehouse.
The Sand Beach Bar used to let people access the ice in the past but that was stopped a few years ago due to vandalism.
Good luck to everyone fishing the Mohogany Ridge Fishing and Hunting Clubs, Highland Lake Derby this weekend!!
Thanks Reelemin! I live right here in Hartwood and won't be fishing Highland but might take a walk to meet some of the guys from the IS.
John, You might do better on SWB if you go left from the ramp and more towards the dam and deeper water. SWB is about 9 miles long but the deep water is either directly out from the dam or in the channel which runs from north to south and is probably about half way out from the launch area. It is the Mongaup river dammed up. If you have an ATV you could get to all the good spots pretty easy. There is an access road to the dam right when you get to Mongaup falls reservoir and right where the eagle observation shack is. Don't know if you can use it now but that brings you right up to the dam all spring and summer.
I don't think it is ready for good eye fishing just yet. It might get there in a few years since they repaired the dam and refilled the reservoir. I think they also stocked some hybrid strippers in it a while back and some of those were doing pretty good before the dam problems.
When i was a kid, over 40+ years ago, SWB had some monster trout and i am sure they are still in there but not like in the past.
Have fun at the tourney.
Gary
ice, i released one walleye from about 32 fow on a med chub .. that was it! i been trying to hug that drop between 20s to 40s walking off to the right from the ramp.. you will see my 10 holes i just drilled if it weren't for the snow lol.. there were however, tree stick markers someone previously used close to where i like to set up.. overall .. this was perhaps 5th or 6th attempt on swb.. nothing much except the fact that the walleye are in there.. i'm thinking a few more seasons.. think next serious outing if i can wing it, trying putnam county reses...never ventured that way for ice fishing yet.. and it is close to my house too for day trips. John
The Highland lake derby will take place out of the Sand Beach bar access which is off Lakeview drive in the town of Highland. Mohican lake rd leads to Lakeview road. Should be a good turn out for this years event.Reelemin
SHAWNM
Highland Lake is NOT a "STATE LAKE" and has NO public accesses, you need to have permission from a landowner to legally access Highland.
The Firehouse area is private property as is the Swamp areas. There are a few fishermen that were ticketed this year for tresspassing near the firehouse.
The Sand Beach Bar used to let people access the ice in the past but that was stopped a few years ago due to vandalism.
Good luck to everyone fishing the Mohogany Ridge Fishing and Hunting Clubs, Highland Lake Derby this weekend!!
What derby?sat ..highland lake... feb 13th...20 bucks...6 till 2/3...food.. booze.. prizes etc...come on down jimmy c... :)....shawn.. topher and i will hook up with ya.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D i pm'ed ya....we will be where we always is ... ;) ;D
sat ..highland lake... feb 13th...20 bucks...6 till 2/3...food.. booze.. prizes etc...come on down jimmy c... :)....shawn.. topher and i will hook up with ya.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D i pm'ed ya....we will be where we always is ... ;) ;Di'm in! this will be the first ice fish tourney for me ever! ;D i'm excited! going to change my beat up 6lb. flouro leaders for 8lb flouro now !
Two years ago I did great in that same spot. At about 7 pm the walleye moved in and it was crazy—pulled three fish out of one hole as fast as I could get my bait back down there. They are definitely in there but it seems they find you and not the other way around. In my experience it picks up again at the end of the month and into March but it all seems to happen at night.ice, I went into the dark this season about three four times.. some solo and some with a partner and we haven't done well.. but i did four walleye to date.. all released except one dink i fed that hungry bald eagle on a sub digit day.. i know they are in there ..just a big lake and agree.. the walleye are tough to find in most any water.. best and easiest place for catching walleye is oneida lk .. but too far for a solo trip and what's in my wallet! i heard putnam is worth a try for walters so i may try that ice permitting.. i need night light tipups and certainly need new flags .. waiting for fish 307 sales! lol
Reelemin
Sorry my friends it is a state lake please look on the state/DCE web site it is a state lake http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/highlkmap.pdf (http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/highlkmap.pdf) yes most of the land around it is private but you can get on. You can use the Sand Beach bar access for boat's .I think it's $5 or $10 they are asking for. I know a lot of the people that live around there because I have been going up there for 20 + year's & been in a hunting camp that's down the road. We will be there on Sat going up to the camp on Fri. I will be fishing the back cove holehawg fish's around there to
sat ..highland lake... feb 13th...20 bucks...6 till 2/3...food.. booze.. prizes etc...come on down jimmy c... :)....shawn.. topher and i will hook up with ya.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D i pm'ed ya....we will be where we always is ... ;) ;DBreaking in a new Ice partner on Sat. AM and Traveling north Sat. Pm for some Coaching duties at Glensfall Civic Center (Wrestling State tournament Qualifier)
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New Bud used to be on IceShanty..... JamieB
530 is good and won't come soon enough...still gotta deal with Thursday first though...off Friday to take TFB to follow up appts...yeah i took friday off to help my parents ...plus gotta hit the sheets early to get out of the crib early...gonnna load the truck friday night sooo i should be okay on eta..... ;) ;D ...timster we got about 8 inches...nothing big....heavy thou... ::) or i'm getting older... ;) ;D
good luck with both jimmy.we'll give it go pooley...wont be the same without ya guys and the sound of beer cans opening and jokes flying around..... ;) ;D...have fun on race day...we know what car ya pulling for... ;D ;D ;D ;D
guys, best of luck with the highland tourney! make us proud!
yeah...i'm hoping their wrong on the wind report... ::) ::) ::) anyhoos we'll be there..topher got a tent and i'll build a fire if need be... ;) ;D
now all we need is for the fisheys to bite... ;) ;D...
I don't think that will be a problem, all we gotta do is find them... ;)Hey... I have it by good authority that they are in the water and under the Ice ;) good luck Guys
At least a foot. The ice now has water under the snow!:'( :-\ :P :'( :-\ :P :'( :-\ :P
Hey... I have it by good authority that they are in the water and under the Ice ;) good luck Guysomg. ;)..ya mean their not at the bar ....2 stools away from the beer tap ?????????????????????????? ;D ;D ;D.... iceman92 its a big lake ...just walk it and see.... ;D
also ditto what topher said ..they do a great job.. giving kids medals and prizes...food and drinks...pete the sand bar owner opens his place up as the tourney HQ....very nicely ran day by great folks..... :) if i didnt catch a fish all day i still wouldnt miss it.....althou i did miss it one year when my bucket of tip-ups never left the bars porch for 8 hrs.... ;) blondezilla was impressed with that performance.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;DDid Topher take over Blonzilla's job of keeping you on the straight and narrow?
devils juice...lmao...
i.m about to stray again... ;) ;D i'm off from now till monday morning 8:30....burp... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;Dhey just realized me too,hiccup oops better not do that at work! looked for ya this morning had a trouble call 'round the corner from ya.
hey just realized me too,hiccup oops better not do that at work! looked for ya this morning had a trouble call 'round the corner from ya.i had to go into work to keep the school save and clean for our childern.... ;) ;D.....they will destory it by tomorrow... :o ;) ;D.....
i told everybody at work not to bug me these next 3 days...its all fishing ...beering... and rest from problems.... ;) ;D
Laddie... May your only problems be what to do with all yer winnings from the derby. ;)laddie ???????????? :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: well ...it is close to st. paddys day...i become holehawg o'reilly then..... :pinch: :wacko:
ok, license purchased, new bait bucket and bait purchased....now just gotta wait it out til Saturday !...Hey, I'm off til Monday too...as soon as 5:00 hits that is....Holehawg, what size bucket did you get? I just picked up that 4.25 gallon Frabill min-o-life with aerator...that's why side jobs work so nice....they pay for the toys ;)great minds think alike topher........new hawg bait pail.................. .(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/falsburg008.jpg)
Jimmy, I know that soemtimes people have to stretch before they do strenuous things...those yoga positions look like the cool down post activity...and look very " painless"
great minds think alike topher........new hawg bait pail.................. .(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/falsburg008.jpg)There is alot of plastic on that .... I was expectorating something turned on the Lathe. With cup holders
We Irish are flexible lot.... Stout... Ale... Black and tan....porter....lambi c...pilsner... Burp!take your pick jimmy....i'm on a mission this weekend............... .. ;) ;D.........(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/beerpics014.jpg)
There is alot of plastic on that .... I was expectorating something turned on the Lathe. With cup holdersmaybe a slide out cook top. too ;D
can barely pull out there what i got now.....getting soft with this new job.... ;) ;Djust have to start early so's it gets lighter as ya go
I have the 4 wheeler and the shanty and stopped at the sand beach bar today and it don't look so good for us.
Appears to be snow on top of water/slush and then ice. Winds predicted (if we can trust that) to be out of the west at 10 -17 MPH or same as today and it was dreadful there at sand beach.
I would want to be on the other side directly west and to the north in that cove for some wind protection but I sure hope the ice and slush solidify between tonight and tomorrow.
The best I can do without the RZR doing the drag will be about 200 yards off the shore and right in the path of the winds.
I will take another ride up after work tomorrow to check the ice and hope the wind gods give us a break for Saturday if the ATVs will be sunk.
Gary
here is the hourly wind forcast for highland... I've fished in much worse. The wind is going to be half that up here. Set those shelters up early!
http://beta.intellicast.com/Local/Hourly.aspx?chart=Wind&location=USNY0657&day=Next%20Day (http://beta.intellicast.com/Local/Hourly.aspx?chart=Wind&location=USNY0657&day=Next%20Day)
Thanks Jimmy, just what I thought and I was there at 3 PM with the winds whipping right in my face at the sand beach bar.;) yeah gary your right....those folks shouldnt bother comimg out for it.... ;) ;) ;) ;)...and that cove is shallow and lousey for fishing... ;) ;) ;) ;) maybe me and topher will just sit at the bar .... ;) ;) ;) ;)...
My concern is the slush and ATVs getting stuck right as we enter the ice.
Where do you IS guys plan to fish in relation to the bar?
Gary
holehawgshawn i got 4 door blue dodge dakota like yours....i'll be parking in the back by the mills property.....be good to hook up with you and lonewolf..... ;D
What truck you driving over. I'll have a 4 door 4x4 blue dodge Dakota. I'll be parking in the back . How is the wind by you guy ?If it bad I might have to fish the cove. Maybe we'll fish by you guy we'll have food & a lot of beer & back Berry. LoneWolf from iceshanty will be with us
tourney is on ...they give ya a dozen shiners when ya pay the fee..... but do not sell bait as far as i know.....
yeah i'm loving mine....nice and roomy ....i like the air tube in the slot design...plus i put the bait receit in a plastic lisc. holder on its lid rim...very nice tricked out in shanty stickers... ;) ;D
Hey guys... look at Topher multi-task! He is a "One-Handed Pecker!" :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:lmao...tfb...how ya doing ???????????? getting back to normal ??????????? congrats on that little lady..... :thumbsup: :clap: :clap: :clap: hope ya dont mind me stealing ya man for a few hrs sat... we gotta go man up at this gig.... ;) ;D
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lmao...tfb...how ya doing ???????????? getting back to normal ??????????? congrats on that little lady..... :thumbsup: :clap: :clap: :clap: hope ya dont mind me stealing ya man for a few hrs sat... we gotta go man up at this gig.... ;) ;D
she's beautiful TFB!! sounds like she's been hanging with joe though! :roflmao:funny ya say that pooley...i kept waiting for them to say that in the vid....lmao...
How Thick is the ice on highland?when i last left it ...aound 10 inches....burp.... ;) ;D
how were the ice conditions there?
nice to meet up with you again Holehawg, and also ShawnM, Lonewolf and Mark
btw jimmy c good luck with team this weekend...hope ya folks win a bunch..... :thumbsup:
Had a third place finisher and a Champion... The champ will go on to the state tourny Small school division.way to go jimmy!
congrats jimmy...yup it was fun topher...i went online looking at flip overs...clam denli or whatever that 2 person sled is called is winning so far....none at scranton gander now so i might order online.... ;D ;D ;D ;D blondezilla may buy me the marcum for early fathers day gift... ;) ;D...i'll post the pics after i great thur suking up to her with dinner and movie.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
just do the research and find the one with the features you want in the price range you want..My suggestion is the Frabill Trekker 2...it has those seats you mentioned in it...very comfy ;)yupper i was on their site....otter has some good ones too...i like the 2 seaters that are staggered so each guy has a side and his own flip up end.. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D i'll never sit in the wind again...its a heater and and beer with flip over for me... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
I told the boys that if the weather cooperates, they may come along if they want to..if not, no biggie...Anything in the Equipment section about the Denali 2 ?i hope the "crappie" side, but we have all week to discuss it.
Also, Pooley, what side of the lake are we fishing Saturday ?
Hey everybody back from fla is everyone fishing greenwood this weekend. It is funny during the Highland Lake I had to call to see how my group was doing. My wife just laughs at my addiction. Topher how you making out with the little one adjust to night and day. I got the solution if you still need it. It is the weirdest thing but it works. My little one had the same problem. After we did it she slept 6 hours a night, only got up for a feeding and diaper and then back to sleep.no,huntington lake saturday.
if it ends up being something that you guys want, Reed's sports online has the same flasher I do on sale for 279.00 MarCum VX-1 with free shipping.....
Jimmyclaude, you coming down as well Saturday ?
i'll be at lake huntington a tad late fellas.... gotta a winter play and basket ball game at school friday night before.... ::)...sooo i'll prob be there around 9-ish......Your parents must be Proud ;D
Quick refresher....Topher... Gee what kind of notes do you keep about me? ???
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Topher... Gee what kind of notes do you keep about me? ???vee hass vays of mak'in youse talk...... ;) ;D.....come jimmy ;) do the hubby bit where the little woman throws frying pans at ya .....as ya leave to go fishing down here.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Topher... Gee what kind of notes do you keep about me? ???
do i have to bring anything besides meself and gear this sat. ????????????????????just bait. if you need , i will get it.
O.K. Boys............. I'se beese a-cummin up thar to that Huntin'tin Lake on Sat. wit me boys!!! Yuk -- Yuk !! Lookin forward to seeing the smiling faces of you guys again!! I'll be at the Fosterdale Motor Lodge in Cochecton for Friday nite.toms bait shop next to pecks market in narrowsburg roger...good bait... i'm gonna bring a suit case of beer....budl lite good for everybody ?????????????
By the way....where do you guys get bait around there??? I got tipped off to a guy in Damascus, but don't know anything about him, or his bait. Don't want to get stuck with junk.
I'm bringing up a huge pot of Dinty Moore Beef Stew (yummy), mixed with some good chili. Do I need to bring my own stove, or will there be one up there???
See you Saturday in the AM.............
IceBalls
O.K. Boys............. I'se beese a-cummin up thar to that Huntin'tin Lake on Sat. wit me boys!!! Yuk -- Yuk !! Lookin forward to seeing the smiling faces of you guys again!! I'll be at the Fosterdale Motor Lodge in Cochecton for Friday nite.
By the way....where do you guys get bait around there??? I got tipped off to a guy in Damascus, but don't know anything about him, or his bait. Don't want to get stuck with junk.
I'm bringing up a huge pot of Dinty Moore Beef Stew (yummy), mixed with some good chili. Do I need to bring my own stove, or will there be one up there???
See you Saturday in the AM.............
IceBalls
yeah... i can swing by toms bait shop in the morning on my way to huntington if anybody needs anything .....ETA for me will be around 9 -ish...gotta late night of work ahead..... ::) ::) ::)...hope theres no fist fight at the game like last 1...i'm getting 2 old to be pulling kids off 1 other..... ;) ;Dlet them duke it out and maybe they will cancel the game giving you an early night. ;D
vee hass vays of mak'in youse talk...... ;) ;D.....come jimmy ;) do the hubby bit where the little woman throws frying pans at ya .....as ya leave to go fishing down here.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
This is in honor of BVD who passed last Spring for all who we ever fished with. SOoooo it would be very bad Karma not to be here.... Mrs JimmyClaude a real stand up Gal for organizing this....
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RIP BVD
let them duke it out and maybe they will cancel the game giving you an early night. ;Dlittle basturds gots some good licks in...i cant wait til they get out of school...... ;) ;D
Ghost fish is right, next thing you know, huntington will look like the salmon river! ;D:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: is hockey entertaining the idea of going on the pro ghost fish tour... endorsed by bud lite and ghost fish jigs.... ;)2 :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: don't be turning our little lake into a tourist attraction.... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: ...
Came home from huntington today with no fish and had a great time, Pooley and the boys put on a nice show,hope to see you guys in 2 weeks--Hey topher! thanks again for the bait!!!!!!!!!!It was good meetingt you BC,see ya in 2 weeks
topher...is the marcum vx1 like yours ??????????????????? and i read where showdown was brought by marcum...any truth to this ???????/
topher...i been searching the marcum site but i cant find this info...does your unit have a target line that you can set on the screen showing your dept where ya wanna have your jig.....humminbird has it ...but i cant find it on the marcum..and in your opinion is this something ya would want....sorry to pester ya...but i'm getting ready to go electronic.... ;) ;D
A target line would work if the fish always stayed to the same depth...but they constantly move...yeah i was thinking that...but i read it was good if ya wanted to set it.. like lets say above the tops of weeds under water.. ???. i'm thinking either the marcum like yours or the hum bird 45....i like the easy read screen with the auto dept. setting ..and that target line feature.. plus they both have good zoom features....been reading and researching all afternoon...i think these are the best 2 for a bang for ya buck....
me minds made up....gonna go with the marcum...prob. the one like tophers...vx 1 ....at 275 / 300 the cash is right and its prob got enough features to confuse a beer drinking tip up guy like me..... ;) ;D...plus i gotta watch the wallet since i wanna get a flip over for next year too... ;D also i did notice marcum sponsers us...gotta give them the biz..... ;D thanks guys for the advice...some of the stuff was confusing /conflicting to me on features vs the $$$$$$$$$$$ thanks......
I think jimmy is trying to get some money for some electronics. I am at the laundrymat, his car is here, but he isn't. Maybe next door Pooley?
We were impressed with the marcum topher! I see electronics in our gang soon. That was a great day out. Plus, we got a team song too!LOL!could it be the steel leader blues :whistle: :whistle: :clap:
don't know what's next door there, but it can't be good...... ::) ;D\
I think jimmy is trying to get some money for some electronics. I am at the laundrymat, his car is here, but he isn't. Maybe next door Pooley?probably! OTB!
cant wait to get my check friday...give half to blondezilla the other half to marcum....lmao...livin g the american dream...lol...real snotty mix of weather over here today.... ::)
We may fish greenwood lake saturday. Lots of people out there last saturday.
Catfight!
::) ::) ::) i'll take the insta mattic and see what i can do..... ;) ;D.....whew...we got dumped on snow wise...13 inches and still coming.... ::)
We may fish greenwood lake saturday. Lots of people out there last saturday.Went back out to (sullivan co.) and caught a few big crappies (biggest was 14 1/2 inches) and a couple of big smallies (could'nt catch any of those 15 inch suckers-ha ha) will send pictures when i figure out how,maybe I'll meet you guys at Greenwood if you can pm me where to park!!!!!!!!!
dang snow...... >:( >:( >:(...not too bad here yet, i'm just going to push a shovel before the real accumulation forecasted for tonight.. a few inches of heavy slush still sucks..can't imagine any chance for this weekend in these regions gl and be extra careful on melting ice
not too bad here yet, i'm just going to push a shovel before the real accumulation forecasted for tonight.. a few inches of heavy slush still sucks..can't imagine any chance for this weekend in these regions gl and be extra careful on melting ice
yeah water and slush weigh alot on melting ice.. i wouldn't trust anything under 6 inches with alot of water ontop (2inches or more) besides that, if you do not have an ice float safety suite or ice picks, i'd stay off especially if you are alone.
I live around white lake and I'm kinda new to ice fishing and i wanted to know how much snow the ice can hold. Someone told me it weighs a lot and could make the ice dangerous.
yeah water and slush weigh alot on melting ice.. i wouldn't trust anything under 6 inches with alot of water ontop (2inches or more) besides that, if you do not have an ice float safety suite or ice picks, i'd stay off especially if you are alone.
how's the snow situation down that way guys??? we finally reach a foot...just today...
how much snow do you have up there?
I live around white lake and I'm kinda new to ice fishing and i wanted to know how much snow the ice can hold. Someone told me it weighs a lot and could make the ice dangerous.
how much snow do you have up there?
dang snow...... >:( >:( >:(...I hear ya Joe,tired of shoveling
Just got power back after 24 hours without it! Hopefully the place will warm up now! Lost alot of food in the fridge!my power is still out--28-30 inches of (no fishing) snow, Also lost food but saved the beer!!!!!!!
We will need extensions on our augers!
I have a 55 gallon drum in the yard for burning papers and it is buried completely! Well over my belt everywhere and the banks from plowing are around 8 feet high. They just finally plowed my road this morning at around 8 AM. I can see my F 250 in the driveway but the Honda is gone and so is my back.
Been here in Sullivan county 58 years and never saw one like this EVER! We got 16 inches on Tuesday, 30+ inches on Thursday and then another foot yesterday.
If we get a couple days of warm rain now I'll probably get a free vacation in Florida because the stream by the house will float my dead arse all the way there.
I think fishing is done for a while unless some other strange weather event happens to fix the top side of the ice.
Gary No doubt about this weathe causing flooding conditions or at least high stage flows, the sun and 50 degrees here,the snow is melting very fast, i doubt any icefishing is easy even if easy parking access was available. Let us hope another artic blast locks it up after this good thaw
dang snow ruined everything ::).....on a lighter note...i'm almost tiddly slushie drunk.... ;) ;D....
I just tried some of the Pickled Pickerel me and MTBUSH caught at the Highland derby. Safe to say it is pretty good but I am Pickled! ;Dhaha, i love my pickled beets/ cucs/peppers/veggies.. the closest i came to pickled fish was a canned sardines ;D i'm sure the picked a pike a pickled pickerel picked well :o ;)
Gary
is anybody going to the ice fishing contest at sacandaga next weekend ??? ??? :tipup:I want to go where ever the ice is safe and when the weather is worth coordinating an outting. That would be some run for me, I do not know that water, is it good fishing these days?
I want to go where ever the ice is safe and when the weather is worth coordinating an outting. That would be some run for me, I do not know that water, is it good fishing these days?
i am going to find try to get out some where this week in sullivan co :tipup:
Look at most of the threads regarding Sacandaga. I believe they call it the dead sea for a good reason. I do know it has some monster fish in it but I wouldn't take the ride unless I had a good friend who knows the lake real well.a friend of mine lives up there & he invited me to come up, he is not a ice fisherman though. his friend has a shanty we can use & fish with him .
Gary
power outages in the middle of winter due too major snowfall, and theres people losing food ???
thats embarrassing.
people still digging out here, with some power outages still! a lot of wet snow, the a lot of dry snow on top. we got around 2 feet.Got my power back at 0800 hrs this morning--finished up with around 30 inches!!!!!!! Are you fellas still thinking of going north next sat?
is anybody going to the ice fishing contest at sacandaga next weekend ??? ??? :tipup:
Got my power back at 0800 hrs this morning--finished up with around 30 inches!!!!!!! Are you fellas still thinking of going north next sat?we were just talking about it BC, if all goes well this week were going
we were just talking about it BC, if all goes well this week were going
goin' crappie fishing again?Gonna bring the "special" bait this time
goin' crappie fishing again?we talked about it,if theres ice,Pooley myself and a couple of the boys
No snow here in new hampshire!
how is the ice in the monticello area? i would like to give it a try maybe fri
any ice???not that looked safe! not in mass. or conn. either!
A buddy of mine in DEC said Saratoga lake was clear .... as they did not get the snow we did here. Lots of ice and the edges are good. don't know how far north you guys are gonna come. Once your rollin on 87, what's another 30 - 60 minutes?we go out 17 jimmy, and it's an hour and 10 minutes! but i like your thinking! just don't think i could sway them! :-\
we go out 17 jimmy, and it's an hour and 10 minutes! but i like your thinking! just don't think i could sway them! :-\not for a day trip, but I dont think you would do it either Pooley
not for a day trip, but I dont think you would do it either Pooleynot in the back of frankies truck! :woot:
not in the back of frankies truck! :woot:
Going up wouldn't be bad, coming home wouldn't be much fun, listening to the blues.......I mean steel leader blues!
IceBalls, thanks for the pic...guys, be safe out there Saturday....hope things go well ;DWENT BACK TO HUNTINGTON YESTERDAY, PLENTY OF ICE (9 INCHES) AND SLUSH (6-7 INCHES), CAUGHT 2 -20 INCH PICKERAL,2 DECENT YELLOWS,3 BASS AND A BUNCH OF SUNNIES-LOVE THAT VEXILAR (UNFORTUNETLY I DON'T OWN IT), ANYBODY HEADING UP THERE SAT????
WENT BACK TO HUNTINGTON YESTERDAY, PLENTY OF ICE (9 INCHES) AND SLUSH (6-7 INCHES), CAUGHT 2 -20 INCH PICKERAL,2 DECENT YELLOWS,3 BASS AND A BUNCH OF SUNNIES-LOVE THAT VEXILAR (UNFORTUNETLY I DON'T OWN IT), ANYBODY HEADING UP THERE SAT????
A buddy of mine in DEC said Saratoga lake was clear .... as they did not get the snow we did here. Lots of ice and the edges are good. don't know how far north you guys are gonna come. Once your rollin on 87, what's another 30 - 60 minutes?If any body hasn't found out yet,, Govt Paterson put the order out some time ago for strict speed limit enforcement all up and down the quickway and thruway .. Me and my friend never witnessed so many pulling over and ticketing, we assume the state needs money so badly that they need to issue these expensive summons.. just a reminder, you shouldn't speed anyway but sometimes it is the traffic you are following and so you tend to forget.. I also do not mind troopers nabbing speeding violators ,, especially the ones on data using their cellphones while wrecklessly driving! I like that double the fine alot! cheers be good and safe out there! I'm bringing my tipups upstate in the monticello area maybe tomorrow if anybody is interested. peace John
I'm Going to Canada lake tomorrow now. Got access from a friends camp. Mabe some lakers :)good luck jimmy!!
what does everyone think about this weekend and the ice? I want to get at least one more weekend in.looks like a wash out Saturday right now :'(
you are gonna have to go north.
Nice fish pics jimmy! I just got back from a day on lk superior state park in sullivan ..nothing much to brag about cept feeding a dozen and a half shiners to small pickerel and perch.. i managed a small salad bowl of fillets for tomorrow . p- the ice was 15-17 inches of black with nothing inbetween// there wasn't any slush on top to bog me down..easy walking.. cept the parking lots.. state didn't plow much at all,, i started off thinking swb, but the parking lot ramp wasn't plowed and was still cable keyed (no access) then i drove all the way to that huntington lk.. i didn't like the scenerio..reminded me of lock sheldraked with all those falling apart lk side blds.. so i started at about 10am of superior fished it till dark..best action was sundown in 12 to 15fow..find the ledges ..the deeper water 20 to 25 was dead. fish the weeds/shallows anywhere you go now imo.HOW DID THE SHORELINE LOOK AT HUNTINGTON?
HOW DID THE SHORELINE LOOK AT HUNTINGTON?
IceBalls, thanks for the pic...guys, be safe out there Saturday....hope things go well ;DI could of pulled a sled on the lk from the state public lot if that is what you were asking. some refrozen slush snow mobile tracks..you should have plenty ice yet but not sure after this warm rainy weekend. waterproof boots will be a must on any lk next few days.. not enough overnight freeze imo gl
All my action jigging has been 3 to 10 FOW lately. Not much in the deeper areas.MIGHT GIVE IT ONE LAST TRY TOMORROW-WILL ADVISE!!!!!!
All my action jigging has been 3 to 10 FOW lately. Not much in the deeper areas.I noticed after about an hr my shiners off the bottom weren't looking to good.. i aclimated them so I suspect the oxygen down in the deep portion of the lk i was on wasn't good enough.. i had no problem with the bait in the 15 or less fow where i caught all my fish. I think some lks can lose enough oxygen in the deeper sections to move fish closer to the shallows too, seemed to be the case yesterday.
Spawning, bait, O2...... a few weeks ago we were catching bass, pickerel, perch and gills a few feet under the ice.Now that you mentioned it, I witnessed tiny black larva of some sort so it seemed,about the size of tiny fleas, probably midge larva of some sort floating at the top of each hole i drilled.
I have also seen a lot of caddis fly larve coming up through the holes and crawling on the underside of the ice.
we got hammered, although not many pumpouts in suffern. never saw the ramapo river so flooded, even during hurricane floyd! they closed the thruway! sloatsburgers had to get home via the rest area, or throught harriman state park! WOW!!!!!!!yeah my brother phoned he got stuck in traffic before heading up.. i'm just glad so far my plce way up is still safe.. just hoping no bs 500 year floods i experienced along my tail water, just glad the res is not full pool yet. So i think this is it for me on the ice fish board, just wished we got together more this season.. i'm keeping this account but not likely to post much until next season. glta and Gary, thank you again for sharing with me good times!later all john
Pooley;
I have been hearing on my scanner you guys are getting hit hard.
So far so good up here most of the snow is gone and very little flooding. Only one cellar
pump out this weekend.All the ponds the wife and I went by today have open water.
Come on trout season .
Topher and Joe how you boys making out in Pa.?????
Looks like i'ts over, Guess I'll have to go for trout and stripers for a while (thats not a bad thing), Anyway it was a pretty good ice season-met some good guys-Topher, Pooley and his band of demons, And MADBMX. Hope to do a few more trips with you guys next season. (Good luck with the baby Tohper) hey Pooley! pm me if you want to know about the reseviors!!!!!!!!! Kyle I'll see you out on the river............. It was good meeting you BC,we will hook up next year,hope its a better season for ice down here I
Looks like i'ts over, Guess I'll have to go for trout and stripers for a while (thats not a bad thing), Anyway it was a pretty good ice season-met some good guys-Topher, Pooley and his band of demons, And MADBMX. Hope to do a few more trips with you guys next season. (Good luck with the baby Tohper) hey Pooley! pm me if you want to know about the reseviors!!!!!!!!! Kyle I'll see you out on the river.............i'll be in touch kevin.
Greetings doing good here in New Windsor only small amount of water in one part of my basement. Snow gone except for a few spots, will have to get out this week and clean up what downed branches i have from the big snow storm.Hey mike thats a bad place down there i was working down there the past 3 yrs rented in vails gate. Going to start back up in west point next month. Thinking about renting down on greenwood lake so i can fish at nite do u no anything about the lake? Thru Way in Walden was my mall of choice weekly beat gander in middletown. Been off since christmas here in upstate ny fished on ten diffarent lakes all winter dont want to go back down there im a country boy.
On a different topic Thruway Market in Walden has it's remaining ice fishing gear on sale. Also it has been a violet past few days in the neighboring city of Newburgh. Two murders in twentyfour hours ,a few stabbings and slashing. according to reports in my local paper two different gang wars are currently under way . The Latian Kings are battling the Bloods and La Eme (aka Mexican Mafia) is feuding with the BBK (Benkard Barrio Kings - local street gang /Benkard Avenue is a street in Newburgh). The other three gangs have nationwide membership so depending on how well connected the local leadership are for each gang things could get uglier.
Steve
All over but the shouting down here guys. On the other hand....been killing the Cod off Block Island....lots of Codfish Cakes in the freezer. Don't forget have big boat down here for Ocean fishing this summer....you guys are invited anytime...we all just split gas and bait. Stay in touch, have a great Summer.we discussed it tonight Rodger. we will set something up.
IceBalls
Any news, is Hockey a dad yet?????not yet. i'll be sure to post it when it happens! friday is the due date. ;D
still no baby. Mrs. hockey is doing well, just getting impatient! :P
still no news on the pidder padder of hockey skates down there ????????????? ;) ;Dnope. they go to the doctor tomorrow.
went out for a few hours today, just to get the bugs out. got a 16 inch largemouth. nice morning, but i should have worn boots! the bottom of the boat was COLD!!!
I'm jealous ! we will be out soon with the boat, probably the first week in May....it will be stream and river fishing til then for trout ! gotta get the baby seat ready for the boat first.. ;)more colors, more options!
separate question..pooley, those kastmasters you had gotten last year, were they green and silver and blue and silver? I found some that are like perch colored and rainbow colored as well... I'll pick up a couple next time I go there....if you think they would work...they are in the 1/12th oz size as well..
Tonight was a great night!!!!!!!!!!
What we miss???firehouse elections. we put things right! :flex:
firehouse elections. we put things right! :flex:a armed take over or a peaceful election ???????????? ;) ;D
a armed take over or a peaceful election ???????????? ;) ;D
2 words....Royal Coachman 5 fish limit of stockies within 1 hour.....only took that long cuz i was in a bad spot for the flyrod and I culled 2 fish...all fish kept alive were over 13" 4 bows and 1 sweet brookie...the pics didn't come out well, but will post them later anyways !! how is everyong else doin???The boy and i tried the dyberry sat morn -wow haven't seen that many people in years , caught a few small natives above the rifle range in the fast water ,caught 1 for the smoker by the dry dam.Sunday went to gamelands in welcome lake and caught 4 nice rainbows.got most of em on spoons next will be the fly rod.-got it out tonight ;)
couldn't help it today....fired up the jiffy just hear it run.... ;Dput some string on it and you got yourself a serious weedwacker !!
the winstons coming out sat. on the big d..... ;D ....got beer at pecks this morning...hatches all over the dodges window....too smeared to match... ;) ;D
1/32 oz maribou jig 2 feet under a bobber in chartruseDon't let him lie, he had one of those electric fish shockers! 1-800-TIPP-DEC
Don't let him lie, he had one of those electric fish shockers! 1-800-TIPP-DEC:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
buuuuuurrrrrppppppp! ;Daaaah beer and fryed fish....was there any casualty's on sunday/ raceday.... ;D
geeze get the tipups and start the augers...we're making ice over here....freezing out side... ;) ;DI agree It's been spitting snow here for the past 2 days. :wacko:
absolutely ! Pooley, you take 17 out to Sayre? if so, you passed about a mile from where I work in Binghamton...yeah, and i thought i should google it on my blackberry, but it was a 600 mile day, and i was tired coming back!
well at least hes working...not selling hot dogs following the dead heads on tour.... ;) ;D
topher how much is shipping on those flags?
thanks
thanks joe. it was quiet. frankie and i were out till 3am saturday night. 9/11 memorial, memorial softball game. John was ready to kill someone over this mosque crap! never seen him so **censored**ed! he was with the FDNY all day down there.i'm all fer personal freedom... :-\... but cant say i blame him pooley.....got some folks up this way riled up too... everythings just one big mess right now....
yeah, he knew a LOT of guys who died there, and is sick himself from working on the pile. sucks!ooh man that does suk >:(...sorry to hear that...no wonder hes worked up...got a right to be... >:(
Regarding the mosque near ground zero, I say let them build it. But across the:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: i agree hockey...
street, we should put a topless bar,called "You Mecca Me Hot". next
to that, a gay bar called "The Turban Cowboy" and next to that, a
pork-rib restaurant called "Iraq o' Ribs"?Lets see who's really
...tolerant!..
Regarding the mosque near ground zero, I say let them build it. But across theHEY FELLAS! LONG TIME-NO TALK, HOPE EVERYONE HAD A GOOD SUMMER, I'LL LET YOU GUYS KNOW IF THEY PUT UP THAT TOPLESS JOINT AND RIB JOINT(MAYBE WE CAN HAVE A FALL GATHERING WHILE WE WAIT FOR THE ICE-AND TALK ABOUT THE RED WHITE AND BLUE)
street, we should put a topless bar,called "You Mecca Me Hot". next
to that, a gay bar called "The Turban Cowboy" and next to that, a
pork-rib restaurant called "Iraq o' Ribs"?Lets see who's really
...tolerant!..
trip to the big D?
aND JUST WHAT'S WRONG WITH lONG iSLAND???? How many ya want???? I'll mail 'em up there in a Won-Ton soup container!!! Live delivery not guaranteed however......;D nuthing wrong with long island or you roger buddy...its just that my sis in law lives there ...which means blondezilla will wanna tag along ...which means we'll pass malls.....which means i'll be broke again... ;) ;D
we could do breakfast on the ice.have i ever mentioned that i wrote and recorded a " beers just not fer breakfest " song.... ;) ;D this sleep out / hardwater trip idea is a good one.... fellas i know pete the sand beach bar owner...i'll see what he says about our plan.... :)
Just for everyone knowledge I stop in the two places mentioned in my last post here are their respective hours of operation and phone numbers.
Monticello Farm Home & Garden (845-794-6459) Mon-Sat. 8am-5pm, Sun.9am-3pm
Granny's super market (845-583-3884) Mon.-Fri. 7am-9pm ,Sat.-Sun.8am-9pm
I would call either store to check on how much bait they have on hand especially if we have a mild Dec. and early Jan. .
Drove to Highland Lake Friday Afternoon if we could us e the Sand Bar's parking lot would have easy access to the lake. There is a Peck's super market by traffic light where you turn off of route 55 in Eldred to head for Highland Lake so we could pick up any last minute or forgotten items (hopefully) .
Also in other fishing related news on way back from Highland Lake stopped at Toronto Reservoir access area at end of Muscoe road in Town Of Bethel. The water level has been raised at this time you do not need to make long portage to put in boat or walk this winter to get to ice. Just be careful in the winter as there is an inlet stream by parking area ice maybe thinner.
Steve
Joe....did you ask your buddy at Sand Bar about parking in their lot?? That would be our easiest access tothe lake, and safest parking area.
By the way....."Topher/Holehawg Tournament"????? Can we all get in on that??? Or is it just for Bragging Rights between you two???? LOL
Got my IS flag.....got to figure out a good mounting method on the Jet Sled.
Thanks for the reply Rodger , next time I'm in Sullivan county maybe take a road trip and try to find public access spot and see if there are any signs posted with lake regulations. The State does this at different lakes I fish usually the same info. but some times there are specific regulations for a particular lake. Also want to check out Peck's Market in Eldred if the have a propane tank exchange it maybe a smart move for someone with a twenty pound tank to bring it with them and switch rather then carrying a bunch of one pound tanks.
Steve
we will have to go there again, this time with the underwater camera....gotta see that rock.... :)should be easy to find with 100 bucks worth of jigs hanging off it...lol..plus a few rod tips... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D
Hey everyone,hey paul...hows things ??????? good to have ya back....
I am back, I hope the last 6 months has been good to everyone. I cant wait for the hardwater, I have the itch like never before.
Paul
Either lake is good with me, if a few people booked rooms at the Fosterdale Motor Lodge we could always run a vehicle or two back there after unloading equipment to create some parking space. I believe there is a theater called the Nut Shell near the launch on Huntington we maybe able to work out an agreement to use any parking lot they own.
I also want to put out for discussion the idea of taking a collection and making a donation to the local fire or ambulance department where ever we fish. These folks would be the ones to respond to any emergency. I also think if any one owns a first aid kit they should bring it with them you never know when one might be needed.
Topher thanks for the Fleet Farm information think I'm going to wait and see your and others flashers in action during my fishing trips this season before purchasing a unit.
Steve
Also I have a thought about the Overnight trip.....I propose Huntington, based on the fish quality and quantity, plus we can fish the backside one day and catch the crappie bite evening and morning. As far as DEC/homeowners, that I am unsure of.....what are your guy's opinions on this? Parking, there is enough for 7-8 vehicles, which in the past was more than plenty....just my 2 cents....I'm in either way for either lake....That overnight trip sounds great! do you guys have room for one more?
That overnight trip sounds great! do you guys have room for one more?
guys, just a heads up...
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you get one?;D
Awesome ! how about a date, have we picked one yet?no date yet but i,m building the trophy fer biggest fish.... ;) pics will follow... ;D
guys, just a heads up...Thanks topher! Just ordered one-just what I was looking for and great price!!!!!!!!
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GOOD NEWS!!! Syracuse Ice Show problem solved. Johnny "Squid Boy" won't be having that surgery for torn rotator cuff......Get this.....Surgeon says the tear is so bad that it is inoperable!! John will be able to join us in our ice fishing expeditions this year but we'll have to help by hauling his gear out. He won't be pulling anything or putting any pressure on the arm FOREVER!! But he's gonna get some REALLY GOOOD DRUGS!!!(for pain).
Everyone I've spoken to is reallylooking forward to the overnight trip. It's really funny actually......... most of the guys in the midwestern states and even upstate NY don't think it's a big deal to spend the night on the ic e....they do it all the time. I wonder why it's so unusual for US to do it??? Do any of you have experience with night ice fishing?? What are you targeting mostly??? My usual trips consist of getting on the ice by 7AM and we usually leave by 3 or 4 PM......are we missing the best time??
While I'm here.....can we work on getting a date set for the overnight??? How about January 29 / 30 ?? Does that work for most of us?
Having set up lots of trips in the past, I know that not EVERYONE can make it on a particular day, but let's try for MAXIMUM attendance. If the above does not work for most..... how about an alternate suggestion.
GOOD NEWS!!! Syracuse Ice Show problem solved. Johnny "Squid Boy" won't be having that surgery for torn rotator cuff......Get this.....Surgeon says the tear is so bad that it is inoperable!! John will be able to join us in our ice fishing expeditions this year but we'll have to help by hauling his gear out. He won't be pulling anything or putting any pressure on the arm FOREVER!! But he's gonna get some REALLY GOOOD DRUGS!!!(for pain).I HAVE FISHED THE NYC RESEVIOURS THOUGHOUT THE NIGHT (WALLEYE HAVE BEEN BEST 1 HOUR AFTER SUNDOWN ON, BEST CRAPPIE ACTION USUALLY HOUR OR TWO BEFORE SUNUP-ALSO CAUGHT CRAPPIE A FEW FEET BELOW THE ICE WITH A LIGHT IN THE HOLE........
Everyone I've spoken to is reallylooking forward to the overnight trip. It's really funny actually......... most of the guys in the midwestern states and even upstate NY don't think it's a big deal to spend the night on the ic e....they do it all the time. I wonder why it's so unusual for US to do it??? Do any of you have experience with night ice fishing?? What are you targeting mostly??? My usual trips consist of getting on the ice by 7AM and we usually leave by 3 or 4 PM......are we missing the best time??
While I'm sure you could GET AWAY with fishing the NYC reservoirs at night, I also believe it's illegal. Not positive about that but I think the rules changed after 9/11 and they got paranoid about someone poisoning the water supply.
Steve: I think the general consensus was to go to Lake Huntington.
Chris: Not sure but I think I read in one of the past posts that the Highland Lake contest was the first weekend of Feb. We should find out about that before we settle on a firm date.
While I'm sure you could GET AWAY with fishing the NYC reservoirs at night, I also believe it's illegal. Not positive about that but I think the rules changed after 9/11 and they got paranoid about someone poisoning the water supply.I've been fishing the reservoirs for 20plus years (do about 90% of my fishing on them-just keep forgetting how to spell reservoir) It's perfectly legal to fish them at night-have been checked by the DEP plenty of times-they appreciate having us out there (extra set of eyes)
Steve: I think the general consensus was to go to Lake Huntington.
Chris: Not sure but I think I read in one of the past posts that the Highland Lake contest was the first weekend of Feb. We should find out about that before we settle on a firm date.
WOW...Valentines Day weekend !!! What a choice to have to make...... IceFishing Contest / Nuts cut off by angry Wife / GF!!! Must be some "soul searching" going on over that . I would guess that is a pretty low attendance event!!!
WOW...Valentines Day weekend !!! What a choice to have to make...... IceFishing Contest / Nuts cut off by angry Wife / GF!!! Must be some "soul searching" going on over that . I would guess that is a pretty low attendance event!!!naw...some bling from zales...cheap roses and i'm out the door.....lol... ;) ;D
I vote for Feb 5/6...mostly because Jan 21-23 is a weekend trip, and I'd like a weekend to be able to recover from that ( I have a feeling it is gonna be a long weekend) and the Highland Tournament I believe is the 13th...just my 2 cents..i believe these dates topher said will work around all the other tourneys...althou fallsburg firehouse tourneys in there somewhere ??????
I wish you guys would fish the Fallsburg Firemens tourney. John & I have been there last three years and it's really nice. Could be a good place for a get-together for our crowd.now..now...i stopped by last year....remember... ;) ;D
we had snow and sleet at my Moms condo this morning, along with some fierce winds! i think i need to use my flasher somewhere! i might have to take the boat out one more time this weekend. ;)
Fallsburg FD tourney is the 31st of January. Hopefully there are some of those monster crappie left, those things were unreal!
we had snow and sleet at my Moms condo this morning, along with some fierce winds! i think i need to use my flasher somewhere! i might have to take the boat out one more time this weekend. ;)I'LL BE USING MY NEW FLASHER AT ROUNDOUT THIS WEEKEND, HOPEFULLY THE WINDS DIE DOWN!!!!!
Fallsburg FD tourney is the 31st of January. Hopefully there are some of those monster crappie left, those things were unreal!Cheezburgahmeat are you sure of the date ? I just checked a calender the 31st is a Monday. I'm assuming they hold contest on a Sat. or Sun. so it should be Jan.29 or 30 .
Thanks for the info !topher thanks, tis the time of year we migrate towards hardwater ;D maybe we get some early season black ice :tipup: I would like to team up too for any ice shanty tourneys etc., enjoyed Garys invite last season.. it is all about enjoyingthe finest passtime in our american great outdoors and meeting good folk !
And welcome back MT .
I'LL BE USING MY NEW FLASHER AT ROUNDOUT THIS WEEKEND, HOPEFULLY THE WINDS DIE DOWN!!!!!BC, I'll be firing some kroc spoons all along the roundout sometime later this week. I have two rb one by the handycap ramp, going to move that 12v closer between trout rock and canon. The one jon boat there now has a huge cracked hull and not worth repairing.. I plan on carrying it out for alumium scrap ;D I'm going to take the thruway up to ashokan res first and see what is happening at the weir, the esopus is probably still muddy but worth floating a few single eggs too. If the weather stays as good as the forecast later in the week, it should be good from shore at roundout too ;) good luck with you new flasher! I am thinking of getting a new one too
Fallsburg FD tourney is the 31st of January. Hopefully there are some of those monster crappie left, those things were unreal!
BC, I'll be firing some kroc spoons all along the roundout sometime later this week. I have two rb one by the handycap ramp, going to move that 12v closer between trout rock and canon. The one jon boat there now has a huge cracked hull and not worth repairing.. I plan on carrying it out for alumium scrap ;D I'm going to take the thruway up to ashokan res first and see what is happening at the weir, the esopus is probably still muddy but worth floating a few single eggs too. If the weather stays as good as the forecast later in the week, it should be good from shore at roundout too ;) good luck with you new flasher! I am thinking of getting a new one tooSORRY TO HERE ABOUT THE JON BOAT (YOU SHOULD GET A GOOD PRICE FOR THE ALUMINUM) WAS THINKING ABOUT PUTTING ANOTHER BOAT BY THE FORK (FOR THE SPRING) LET ME KNOW IF YOUR INTERESTED. THE SALE ON THEM FLASHERS FROM MILLS FLEET FARM WAS OVER LAST SAT.
Where's Serge? ;DHAHAHAHAHAHA!
we had snow and sleet at my Moms condo this morning, along with some fierce winds! i think i need to use my flasher somewhere! i might have to take the boat out one more time this weekend. ;)
Flashers are for cheaters! ;D
a wise man always uses all of his resources... ;) if you would like, I'll let you borrow the underwater camera too ;D
BC, this is the basic design that I copied from a guy that I work and fish with.....very simple.....hockey12, pooley, YO1157, Holehawg, and jimmyclaude all have one that I made for them, and they have seen them in action and what I have caught on mine ( 25+" pickerel)NICE JOB! THANKS
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the base and riser are 1 by 3 or 1 by 4 flat stock, whichever you prefer, the base is approx. 10" with the riser being shorter. The pole piece is 1/2" wooden dowel with 2 finish nails to coil the line around ( I used dacron and then attached fluorocarbon leaders for the line ) and on the end of the pole is a very small eyelet that I bought. the pivot is a piece of coat hanger that was laying around attached to the pole with a rubber o-ring and is adjustable for the balance angle that you want, just slide the coat hanger/o-ring to the desired position......and with the hinge, they fold up very flat for easy storage....
Hey u guys from the south im from upstate. I work at west point and stay in newburg during the week. Would love to hook up with a fellow ice walker down here would be willing to trade trips. I live 3 miles from lake george and lake champlain
Hey u guys from the south im from upstate. I work at west point and stay in newburg during the week. Would love to hook up with a fellow ice walker down here would be willing to trade trips. I live 3 miles from lake george and lake champlainwe can get together in Harriman, if it opens!! keep checking this thread. most of the posters on this thread have fished together.
Hey u guys from the south im from upstate. I work at west point and stay in newburg during the week. Would love to hook up with a fellow ice walker down here would be willing to trade trips. I live 3 miles from lake george and lake champlainHEY SAQUELIE! IF YOU WORK AT WEST POINT, YOU PROBABLY HAVE ACCESS TO THE THEIR MANY LAKES, I HAVE FISHED A FEW OF THEM WITH SOME NICE RESULTS, IF NO ACCESS-NO WORRIES, I LIVE 5 MILES FROM WEST POINT AND WE HAVE PLENTY OF FISHABLE WATERS NEARBY-SEE YA IN A FEW WEEKS!!!!!
BC, it was tough going both friday and saturday on roundout spooning from shore. I caught pne of each , both small, laker and one bt both released unharmed. I met a few shore fishermen too.. nothing much either ..could have been lunar phase? ??? but all I it wasn't in me to solo a third on the roundout so I took my time from my brothers house in nev. and figured i scope out the swinging bridge.. it was slow spooning too but today was like summer! felt warmest of the three days!!! I only tried a half hr or so around noontime.. want to hit gandermt on way home and beat the sunday eod pm traffic. alot cool stuff at ganders! really like that commando frabil.. bought some ice fishing lures and accessaries. Here's hoping for early hardwater season all ;DSORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LACK OF ACTION MT, AT LEAST YOU HAD SOME NICE WEATHER. DID'NT GET ON THE ROUNDOUT THIS WEEKEND, BUT HAD FUN WITH THE KIDS MESSING UP MY LEAF PILE (40 BAGS WORTH). LEAVES ARE DONE NOW IT'S TIME TO TAKE OUT MY NEW TOY AND FISH........
Hey u guys from the south im from upstate. I work at west point and stay in newburg during the week. Would love to hook up with a fellow ice walker down here would be willing to trade trips. I live 3 miles from lake george and lake champlainsaq, you obviously will get the ice before the lower regions, I'm geared and hoping to drive north for early ice. keep me posted :tipup:
Thanks for all the info guys. Two weeks ago we had a inch and a half on one of my perch ponds only made it about 100 ft and had to back off, then it got warm. What do you guys target down here? I fished over by stewart airport on the side of the road caught a dozen crapsLast time I was at stewarts wma .. me and my brother and our german shorthair were attacked by hundreds of woodticks :%$#!: :%$#!: :%$#!: :unsure: gaming stocked pheasant anyway, that was almost ten years ago.. I am sure the ice fishing is good towards where you work inside the MB. But be careful on thin ice ..it is really unsafe unless it is solid four inches or more. I do not even bother three inches , not worth risking falling in :tipup:
Finally got in touch with a representative of the So. Fallsburg Fire Dept....... their tournament is set for January 29 (Saturday).
That means we should consider either the week before, or the week after that for our weekend overnight.
Joe: Did you find out if the Highland Lake tourney is going to be Feb. 5 or Feb. 12 ?? What about the Holehawg/Topher tourney ??? (Busy, Busy, Busy this year).
I pick the weekend after....will be up in the Adirondacks the weekend before from the 21-23
Hockey12 thank you for posting the link to Overstock Bait. How is your daughter doing ?
Saquelie In the same area as Harriman state park is Sterling Forest state park ,also if you take route 17k heading west there is Winding Hills park (Orange County park) it contains a fifty acre lake (Diamond Lake) . I will look through my fishing stuff and see if I have the phone numbers for the state parks and Winding Hills.
Steve
Thanks for asking Steve! She is doing great, she is one of the happier babies I have ever seen. The only time she cries is when she see Pooley! ;DCongrats on the new baby, Take her fishing when shes young-you'll have a fishing partner for life, We unfortunately just had a miscarriage-but already have 2 boys at home that love to fish. Thanks again for that baitshop info-just put in a large order..........
Thanks for asking Steve! She is doing great, she is one of the happier babies I have ever seen. The only time she cries is when she see Pooley! ;D
Thanks for asking Steve! She is doing great, she is one of the happier babies I have ever seen. The only time she cries is when she see Pooley! ;Dthat little girl smiles all the time, and she only cries cause i won't give her a beer!
that little girl smiles all the time, and she only cries cause i won't give her a beer!Good one Pooley! >:(
been off line fer a while...real sick :P...thank god pa gun opener is a week away.... ;) ;D
been off line fer a while...real sick :P...thank god pa gun opener is a week away.... ;) ;D
I thought it had something to do with Alex Rodriquez. ;D
been off line fer a while...real sick :P...thank god pa gun opener is a week away.... ;) ;Dhoping to smell a gut pile in the morning! ;)
good luck to all the NY hunters tomorrow !!!! We had a brief encounter with a fork buck on the way home from the lanes tonight....G-Man got to see it about 2 feet from his window in the truck......Glad everyone is alright Topher as you know for your job using a motor vehicle to hunt deer is expensive. It is nice to see nature up close a few years back I got to watch a spike and small four pointer with one antler already missing battle over a doe in my yard. I was worried there would be a auto accident as I live on a corner lot just off a busy state highway.
I thought it had something to do with Alex Rodriquez. ;D:nono: :nono: :nono: there will be payback my friend.... :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:
Joe, I'll try to remember to bring that stuff with me next time we all fish together....
Finally got in touch with a representative of the So. Fallsburg Fire Dept....... their tournament is set for January 29 (Saturday).fi;; me in on this fallsburg tourney, i want to enter it this season..hope they put in more gamefish like i heard they did with the walleye in morningside
That means we should consider either the week before, or the week after that for our weekend overnight.
Joe: Did you find out if the Highland Lake tourney is going to be Feb. 5 or Feb. 12 ?? What about the Holehawg/Topher tourney ??? (Busy, Busy, Busy this year).
Guys, I have a question......I have to pick something for 50 bucks for Christmas.....any ideas on what I should ask for ?????How about a portable heater/stove top in gander mtn. $49.99, works as a heater or you can flip it on it's side and put a pot of coffee or whatever on it-use with 1lb tank........
How about a portable heater/stove top in gander mtn. $49.99, works as a heater or you can flip it on it's side and put a pot of coffee or whatever on it-use with 1lb tank........
I'm tough to buy for.....I have most everything ( I have one ) great idea though !Finished the 2 that I started before I seen yours, Still looking to make a few more/would like to compare them to tip-ups. Do you rig them the same as your tip-ups and do you leave much slack for the fish to run or do they just hook themselves?
Do anything with the tip downs yet?
Guys, I have a question......I have to pick something for 50 bucks for Christmas.....any ideas on what I should ask for ?????wudd get ya around 2 years on here ;)..... ;D ;D perhaps something iceshanty should offer "gift subscription's" or "gift cards" for jigs and stuff ?????
Finished the 2 that I started before I seen yours, Still looking to make a few more/would like to compare them to tip-ups. Do you rig them the same as your tip-ups and do you leave much slack for the fish to run or do they just hook themselves?
fi;; me in on this fallsburg tourney, i want to enter it this season..hope they put in more gamefish like i heard they did with the walleye in morningside
The So. Fallsburg tourney is run by the So. Fallsburg Fire Dept. and is held on a private lake (Echo Lake). The Fire Dept. guys do it up right with Hot Coffee, Bait, Warming Tent, etc. right at the tourney site. I believe the entry fee was $10 or $15 last year, and they gave us a dozen bait with it.Any charge for the kids?
There are several fish categories and both an Adult and Kids categories for prizes (the prizes are great).
Last year I saw some of the largest Crappies I ever laid eyes on come out of that lake. The lake itself is large enough for ATV or snowmobile use (which is permitted) if you want, but definitely not necessaary. Two years ago I won 2nd place in the Perch category not 50 feet from the lake entry point.
I don't know if they stock this lake, but from what I've seen of the fish entered each year, they don't have to. Expect to catch Pickerel, Perch, Crappies, Bass in good numbers.
I'm suggesting this tourney for a get-together prior to our overnight weekend at either Huntington or Highland.
The So. Fallsburg tourney is run by the So. Fallsburg Fire Dept. and is held on a private lake (Echo Lake). The Fire Dept. guys do it up right with Hot Coffee, Bait, Warming Tent, etc. right at the tourney site. I believe the entry fee was $10 or $15 last year, and they gave us a dozen bait with it.I would like to enter the fallsburg tourney, I have a few local friends that I will ask and will probably join too. This season I would like to enter any ice fishing derbies just let me know where and when , thanks for the headsup iceballs,john
There are several fish categories and both an Adult and Kids categories for prizes (the prizes are great).
Last year I saw some of the largest Crappies I ever laid eyes on come out of that lake. The lake itself is large enough for ATV or snowmobile use (which is permitted) if you want, but definitely not necessaary. Two years ago I won 2nd place in the Perch category not 50 feet from the lake entry point.
I don't know if they stock this lake, but from what I've seen of the fish entered each year, they don't have to. Expect to catch Pickerel, Perch, Crappies, Bass in good numbers.
I'm suggesting this tourney for a get-together prior to our overnight weekend at either Huntington or Highland.
Any charge for the kids?
I really don't know, but I would guess that kids below a certain age would probably be free.Thanks Iceballs! Hopefully we will all be on the ice for a month or so by that time........
Guys, when I get the full details on the tourney, I'll post them here. I know it starts at 7AM on Jan. 29 If I hear anything else, I'll let you know. Sign up is at the lake (no pre-registration). If we're going to have a crowd of IS guys, we'll pick a specific spot on the lake to gather. Pray for good ice and goood weather.
that's a good idea...I need to get both NY and PA for this season...me too...around 140.00 combined to fish both sides of the big ditch.... ;) ;D a big happy birthday to yo....and happy thanksgiving to all ......... :thumbsup:
Well, its starting to stay cold enough up this way.....only to be forecasted into the high 40's in the middle of the week....couple more weeks until the ice will be here and safe enough for me.....no deer here yet. i posted pictures of my tip-ups on that thread, and started one about the mods.
How did you guys make out hunting this season? Any luck ?
Holehawg...good luck this week at Camp..
Well, its starting to stay cold enough up this way.....only to be forecasted into the high 40's in the middle of the week....couple more weeks until the ice will be here and safe enough for me.....camp was great...had a bit too much fun sunday... ;) but lived...shot a 5 point opening day....down to filling my 2 doe tags this sat...gonna be eating good this winter.... ;D
How did you guys make out hunting this season? Any luck ?
Holehawg...good luck this week at Camp..
no deer here yet. i posted pictures of my tip-ups on that thread, and started one about the mods.
good job Joe!!!wasn't easy pooley ;)2...was hung over and shaking from the night before festivities :sick: but we got it done....me and crown royal will never ring in the night before deer season again.... :blink: :wacko: :blink: also gotta say them new muck boots i just got are great are ...Arctic pros...really warm.. dry and comfy.... :thumbsup:
Pooley, what is the name of that spring bobber you were using last season? I remember you told me, but I forgot...i'll post a picture. i don't remember the name.
BC, I'll be firing some kroc spoons all along the roundout sometime later this week. I have two rb one by the handycap ramp, going to move that 12v closer between trout rock and canon. The one jon boat there now has a huge cracked hull and not worth repairing.. I plan on carrying it out for alumium scrap ;D I'm going to take the thruway up to ashokan res first and see what is happening at the weir, the esopus is probably still muddy but worth floating a few single eggs too. If the weather stays as good as the forecast later in the week, it should be good from shore at roundout too ;) good luck with you new flasher! I am thinking of getting a new one tooHey mt! went to roundout sunday and got 1 brown 17in on a 3/8 silver castmaster,too windy for my jonboat,still have'nt tried my flasher-guess I'll wait for the ice, let me know if you need a hand carrying that rowboat up..........
I have a couple of different ones...but was unable to find one that looked like yours.....I think I'll make do with what I have so far.....I'll keep looking though.http://www.tackletheoutdoors.com/TackleStore/IceFishing/tabid/67/CategoryID/3/List/0/Level/a/ProductID/212/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName%2CProductName (http://www.tackletheoutdoors.com/TackleStore/IceFishing/tabid/67/CategoryID/3/List/0/Level/a/ProductID/212/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName%2CProductName)
just got off the phone with Pete at the lodge. he has ice already, and it should be safe by the weekend. deposit goes in the mail this afternoon. breakfast will be at 5:30 am, and dinner at 6:30 pm. ;D
beer....and i got alittle weber bq grill....we'll burn sumthing... ;) ;D
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What are we bringing for lunch ?
just got off the phone with Pete at the lodge. he has ice already, and it should be safe by the weekend. deposit goes in the mail this afternoon. breakfast will be at 5:30 am, and dinner at 6:30 pm. ;Dthat 5:30 breakfest is gonna be rough if theres any crown royal this trip.... ;)
we will be having a meeting at the firehouse to discuss it in a couple of weeks. i'll do it with you guys online if we can.
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What are we bringing for lunch ?
that 5:30 breakfest is gonna be rough if theres any crown royal this trip.... ;)
Alot of snow upstate , looks like the first real winter blast is going to stick around enough for safe ice. Still waiting for my kenai I ordered.. should get here anyday. Anybody interested in heading way up north pm me.WHEN AND WHERE WERE YOU THINKING OF GOING? I"M CHOMPING AT THE BIT!!!!!!
WHEN AND WHERE WERE YOU THINKING OF GOING? I"M CHOMPING AT THE BIT!!!!!!BC, I'm waiting fror an invitation! lol,. the clam came today, looks tight but definitely allright. First time I seen a kenai.. sat in the frabill commando at ganders in monticello but this should do great on Big pond.. this is where I might hit first unless a brother wants to split the cost of trying early ice way up near or in adk. I would gladly accept any invitations to a firemens lodge too!
:wacko: not going near it tonite topher.. brown is down day tomorrow :thumbsup:Got stuck tues. night working the Christmas tree lighting (3 cups of hot chocolate and crown royal=delish) might have to try it on the ice!!!!!!!
BC, I'm waiting fror an invitation! lol,. the clam came today, looks tight but definitely allright. First time I seen a kenai.. sat in the frabill commando at ganders in monticello but this should do great on Big pond.. this is where I might hit first unless a brother wants to split the cost of trying early ice way up near or in adk. I would gladly accept any invitations to a firemens lodge too!lets see what the next couple of weeks bring, by the way I keep my boat on roundout over by yeagerville rd. by the creek...........
lets see what the next couple of weeks bring, by the way I keep my boat on roundout over by yeagerville rd. by the creek...........
i'll post a picture. i don't remember the name.I have finally got around assembling my kenai.. it took me about 6:_) anyway, it went up pretty dang good without any problems.. the molding was basically the only part you really got to think it out in advance before popping into the materials. the trap is now waiting for a test run!
Where is everybody? another saturday night and I ain't got nobody,, i unboxed my shanty cause I just can't wait..oh how I dream of someone to post to,, i'm in a homely way ;D tank you betty much :-\ time to venture on over to the clam trap modifications board ;D
remember to take it easy on the hardware, alot of people are saying that the bolts break easy.....we're here in spirit, I'm in the middle of prepping for a second Thanksgiving day dinner tomorrow :)I read you topher, chow down and put on another layer of fat for migration time to the north soon begins ! Now as a handyman, I think you might be right too about the4 plastic tube plugs for the poles. And not to mention , start to finish out of the box isn't for the not so handy. I found flaws with the two longest carriage screws that were actually too big for their locknuts that were packaged..I had to find me two lock washers and nuts in my garage and two extra beers before I got the seat togeather.. As for all the rest of the screw bolts , I knew to use the big head phillips bits, otherwise there be no doubt stripping the heads using a standard phillips head..but the molding instructions were lame in that you really had to look hrd in the poor step7 illustration .. i figured it right before slowly sending those small screws around the front gunnel/ I'm happy with this thing. It might not come out everytime but, where I seen them way up north , definitely bring this with me. enjoy your many thanks givings!
i need to clear up the lodge post!
hockey12 and i met the owner of a fishing lodge at the outdoor show here in Suffern. we were impressed enough to think about a trip. i set up a trip with my local fishing buddies, and fellow firemen. we filled all but 2 spots at the lodge, and decided to invite the first 2 shanty members we fished with, topher and holehawg. i will give a full report of our trip, jan,21, 22, 23rd when i get back. here is the link.
http://www.adirondackchamplainguideservice.com/ (http://www.adirondackchamplainguideservice.com/)
i need to clear up the lodge post!Glad you cleared that up pooley, I am hoping my friend and I get up on early ice and it is looking like it could be before january !
hockey12 and i met the owner of a fishing lodge at the outdoor show here in Suffern. we were impressed enough to think about a trip. i set up a trip with my local fishing buddies, and fellow firemen. we filled all but 2 spots at the lodge, and decided to invite the first 2 shanty members we fished with, topher and holehawg. i will give a full report of our trip, jan,21, 22, 23rd when i get back. here is the link.
http://www.adirondackchamplainguideservice.com/ (http://www.adirondackchamplainguideservice.com/)
Glad you cleared that up pooley, I am hoping my friend and I get up on early ice and it is looking like it could be before january !i realized i caused some problems with that. we do have a gathering that all are welcome to. i am hoping to have it on greenwood lake this year.
i realized i caused some problems with that. we do have a gathering that all are welcome to. i am hoping to have it on greenwood lake this year.Not a problem at all and no offense taken, a greenwood lk or better yet seven lks is fine. maybe we get safe ice down here before long.
Not a problem at all and no offense taken, a greenwood lk or better yet seven lks is fine. maybe we get safe ice down here before long.
i realized i caused some problems with that. we do have a gathering that all are welcome to. i am hoping to have it on greenwood lake this year.
Hey Bros... Still alive and kicking! Driving the desk today. Pooley, I got your invite and will attend as a day trip if I don't have to plow, so keep me in the loop!
who is this fuller guy? I'm getting email replies from this thread suggesting to others or someone other than me (I hope) communicating BS .. who was/is Dfuller or timster ? Why am I reading responses to unfriendly suspects to this thread? I joined fishshanty in hopes of meeting or communicating with friendly fishermen as it seemed. Now I have to ask what is all this bickering for with 2008 posters? Are these troublemakers that I am unaware of? not a suspected newer alias for those old posts I see repeatedly everytime I revisit here?.. Just wierd noticing this cold friction against 2009 posters. Whatever you gents might be thinking, I have no clue who dfuller or timster is and wish to at least make you and your group aware of this. If there is a way to prove it with a moderator , whoever that may be here, I am now waiting for a reply. I do not care to bump heads with anybody on or offline..be it dfullers timsters etc. Just wishing everyone a safe and plentiful icefishing season. Lots of luck, appreciate some postive feedback too., JohnHEY MT I WOULD'NT WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT IT, IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOAD OF BS OR JUST A MISTAKE, THIS IS SUPPOSED TO BE A FRIENDLY SITE!!!!!!!
exactly my point bc, I just hope all along I'm not being mistaken for somebody else! All I want to do is find cool fishermen that appreciate what this is all about! Thought I just seen an old acquaintance jimmy claude! great guy where you at jimmy? i'll bring the provisions! ;D
that 5:30 breakfest is gonna be rough if theres any crown royal this trip.... ;)Don't knbow about Crown,but Ill have a big bottle of Jack !
I think my Jets got their Butts WHOOPED tonite ! I'm gonna go cry.....you mean your not a steeler fan?
Don't knbow about Crown,but Ill have a big bottle of Jack !i have a feeling i'll be sleeping under the dodge again... ;)
Is there a set date for the gathering?i'll set something up soon.
i'll set something up soon.
i stopped at Fish307 today, as i was up in that area making a delivery. what a great selection of jigs!!!!!
if there are any in particular that you want, let me know, they will be at the Syracuse show this weekend !i bought some! :P i wish i was going to the show though!!!! have fun!
doe tag #1 is filled...2 fer 3 so far...the deer gods are being kind to mr. holehawg this year... ;) ;D
sooner or later i'm gonna have to drop the hammer !! lolcoming home from damascus i saw a slammer on a guys lawn just down from that chipper f.guy who does body work.... lots of deer on your road.... ;) just looking... ;D
GOT my 6 pointer yesterday, now its time to fish!!!!!!!!!congrats on the buck...if i can fill 1 more doe tag.... i too will be dragging out the tip ups.... :tipup: ;D :tipup:
coming home from damascus i saw a slammer on a guys lawn just down from that chipper f.guy who does body work.... lots of deer on your road.... ;) just looking... ;D
hey topher....where we fished under the bridge is making ice....perhaps we should try for wallys and such where you chased the ducks... ;D
hey you weren't on the dirt road behind my house the other day were ya? saw a vehicle like yours -- i shot a doe a few years ago that had a nice buck following her- never saw him till it was too late sooo every time i'm lining up on a doe that thought goes through my mind and the doe gets away cause i'm too busy watching behind her loltwas me... ;) ;D ...got bored with driving the millianville rd all the time....yeah i know what ya mean...i've blown some meat shooting too... ::)...this year i'm killing and filling... ;) ;D
might be a good idea.....I'm heading out Sunday to find a frozen lake to check Ice....I know there are a couple that are ready to go, but to be on the safe side, I'm just checking some Sundayi figure next weekend i can set up on the cove of the mighty d fer wallys....i do the same old ice test...i send my 278 lb son in law out first on a rope... ;) ;D
enjoy it topher!yepper... try not to jump start the recession up there....tfb will kill ya...... ;) ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
Well, we made it to the Dino for dinner/lunch and upon finding out some information, we decided to just head back home......no show tonight...Pooley, sending you a PM....??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
I just drove through Harriman State Park and every lake is iced over.same here in Orange Co.-hope we don't get the rain they"re talking about..........
Well I went out today to head to tractor supply and I decided to drive by some lakes on the way. Highland had a guy fishing on it. which he said was 2 1/2 to 3 inches. Crazy SOB. Swan Lake had 2 people on it. And lastly morningside had about 12-15 guys on it. So all and all looks like the season starts next weekend for me which is great considering Big game ends tomorrow. Suppose to get rain tomorrow and then all next week is suppose to be below freezing for the whole week.Redneck, I'm looking for a down to ice fishing man..tia
Some people have nothing better to do but bi@#$,timster i see your from summitville, i lived there for about 15-16 years. dad is still there, up on finkle rd. where ya fishing???
Fish On guys,hope to see you guys trout season... have some nice holes close by ;D ::)
well, we got one heck of a cold snap going here now....the rain didn't hurt nearly as bad as I had originally thought...Joe you up for some fishing this weekend? I got jumbo perch and 14" crappies just waiting to be caught in a little pond not far from me...about 30 minutes from you...and a bar inbetween ! Pooley, all should be ok, worked some things out this past weekend....I will be more positive closer to the beginning of January !good to hear brother!!!
Guys, be sure to sign up for the IS tourney..... !!!!!how ya sign up and where is the tourny held???
well, we got one heck of a cold snap going here now....the rain didn't hurt nearly as bad as I had originally thought...Joe you up for some fishing this weekend? I got jumbo perch and 14" crappies just waiting to be caught in a little pond not far from me...about 30 minutes from you...and a bar inbetween ! Pooley, all should be ok, worked some things out this past weekend....I will be more positive closer to the beginning of January !oooh i'm up fer it buddy.... ;) problem is fer 2 weeks i'm working 2 jobs a day...woodloche springs and school so no time off till xmas eve..then i got around 5 days off....i figure by sat some of our smaller waters should be safe.... :)
Pooley let me know when the first trip is I got a couple guys at work that are gonna comesoon Matt! we will let you know.
oooh i'm up fer it buddy.... ;) problem is fer 2 weeks i'm working 2 jobs a day...woodloche springs and school so no time off till xmas eve..then i got around 5 days off....i figure by sat some of our smaller waters should be safe.... :)
ok heres a question for all. during first ice and early season what is the adverage depth you fish on a lake? i mean do you perfer the deeper holes or the shollow bays or the drops inbetween??? i am going to get out this weekend but this is the earliest i have been out in a ong time and would like to know where others seem to find perch and crappies.
thanks boss jigs
find structure and weed edges.....its the best place to start looking IMOok so the structure i fish later in the season should be a good place to start then. thanks, just my back has been killing me and i am not even sure if i will be able to walk so i am trying to minimize the distance as much as possible. i think i am just gonna hit morningside on friday and try superior on satuday. thanks again and ill report what i see going on after my trips, if i can handle the walks!!!
ok so the structure i fish later in the season should be a good place to start then. thanks, just my back has been killing me and i am not even sure if i will be able to walk so i am trying to minimize the distance as much as possible. i think i am just gonna hit morningside on friday and try superior on satuday. thanks again and ill report what i see going on after my trips, if i can handle the walks!!!shallow, in the weeds, and drop off edges.
I found tonight that I will be fishing this weekend....2 local lakes both have 4.5 to 5 inches clear black ice !!!!!!!! Here fishy fishy fishy !best of luck! please send pics!
I'll do my best ! One of the lakes we (TFB and the boys and I) fish quite extensively in the summer, and for that sake, I hope that there is a bluegill category in the tourney this year ;) there are some in there close to 12" and I know where to find them :)I'm jealous! I think we're about a week away, Good luck Chris.....
the other lake, I have open water bank fished 2 times and the crappies are like Huntington's and the perch are HUGE !
And now by saying that, I have jinxed myself into a royal skunking >:(
Yeah, Right ;)
Just got off the phone with the DEC walton and round lake are open in orange and he said that most lakes in sullivan are real safe
anyone checked huntington? ???i gotta pick my deer meat sat afternoon over that way...i'll stop and check...
i gotta pick my deer meat sat afternoon over that way...i'll stop and check...let us know brother. chomping at he bit we are! ;D
Just got off the phone with the DEC walton and round lake are open in orange and he said that most lakes in sullivan are real safe
let us know brother. chomping at he bit we are! ;DAre you guys heading up that way? I'm fishing somewhere fri or sat or both!!!!!!!
Thanks for all the info guys. Two weeks ago we had a inch and a half on one of my perch ponds only made it about 100 ft and had to back off, then it got warm. What do you guys target down here? I fished over by stewart airport on the side of the road caught a dozen crapssaq i saw you said you work at west point!!! i grew up on the lakes out there, dad retired for west point. the fishing is great on those lakes. you do need to either work there or be in the millitary (or a guest of someone who is) to get a west point licence though. if you just want to get on the ice then thats where to go after work!!!
Are you guys heading up that way? I'm fishing somewhere fri or sat or both!!!!!!!looking to go saturday.
let us know brother. chomping at he bit we are! ;Dwill do... ;) ;D
hey guys....was just up around the town of Highland NY at a private pond I know........checked the ice and there was 3" to 4" of good black ice across the pond........good luck and tight lines
Was just reading the Reports & Conditions threads and one of the guys eyeblled Highland Lake and sqys its completely iced up....that doesn't mean it's safe to walk on....gotta go up and check it out. Anybody heading up that way this seekend???i'll try ....maybe paddy 's around...havent seen pete in a month...
Holehawg....any chance you could call you buds at Sand Beach for an ice conditions report??? If you do....ask them about the date for their tourney....maybe we can coincide that with our overnight.
Evening Gentlemen! Mike here from Carmel, NY. FYI, saw a fisherman out on White Pond this morning. Hard to believe the ice is safe but just wanted to pass this on. Would be out there this weekend (with my mustang suit on) but gotta work. Good luck to everyone this season!thanks mike, see you soon
I did a run today to check conditions. Mohican and Highland are both frozen over but I did not go on the ice or have a drill with me. It doesn't appear that anyone has been out yet.I tend to listen to fellow fishermen before "certain" bait shops. the fishermen are not looking for a profit!!!!!!
I drove past Superior, White Lake and Swinging Bridge and they all have plenty of open water still. Don't know if the coves might be OK or not but I don't go when there is open water any way.
I posted over on the Small Water/Sullivan thread and one of the guys said that Sports Nuts is telling everyone there is 8 inches everywhere. There is NOT 8 inches anywhere yet and you can take that to the bank!
Highland might be OK but I don't know if you can just park at the beach and go fishing from there without permission. Like I said, no sign of any activity out on the ice yet though.
Gary
looking to go saturday.I know it will be a while, but did anybody check Harriman?
thanks mike, see you soonHope we get a shot on glenida this year!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the info Hammer, and welcome back, nice to see ya !Thanx Topher....good to be back
Pooley, your pic you sent in got picked for the top ten, everyone go vote, its photo # 6sweet!
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BC- I'm hopeful for Gleneida too! Ice fishing it takes a bit of patience but well worth it. Imagine if Kensico froze and the DEP would allow ice fishing? Haha keep dreaming! Hope you're well and lets plan to hit the ice this year. We usually do day trips to Lake George or Otsego if you want to join us.with all the access and lakers in Kensico there would be 500 anglers there every weekend! I'm def. in for LG or Ostego, Just let me know, I can take off almost anytime. Going up to Sullivan Co. on monday morn. pm me if interested............ .
Take care- Mike
was on 7" here today....will post pics later ;)nice!!!
was on 7" here today....will post pics later ;)
topher7694
Where did you go today NY or PA ?
Nice pics.. I almost made it around noon today but I got called out for a job. Tomorrow I am going to try where I was thurs. Superior should have more ice than the 4in of black ice i walked on this past thursday. SWB was open thursday too so I doubt I would venture too far from the ramp ..and the ramp was locked thursday. Anybody want to meet tomorrow somewhere let me know.Hey mtbusch! I'm going up that way mon. morn.
just got back from highland 6-7 inches of black ice. Lots of perch and many pickerel. 1 pickerel 26 inches plus. Really nice fish. Back to bite another day.
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Hey mtbusch! I'm going up that way mon. morn.if you would like to get together i am game to try somewhere else on monday. where ya headin???
just got back from highland 6-7 inches of black ice. Lots of perch and many pickerel. 1 pickerel 26 inches plus. Really nice fish. Back to bite another day.is there public access on highland? where abouts if so plz...
any size to the perch?
just got back from highland 6-7 inches of black ice. Lots of perch and many pickerel. 1 pickerel 26 inches plus. Really nice fish. Back to bite another day.
no topher all smaller
MORNINGSIDE HAS 6 1/2 INCHES AND A FAST GILL BITE ON WAXXIES ABOUT FIRST LIGHT TILL 10 THEN 3:30 TILL WELL AFTER DARK I HAD TO LEAVE AT 5 BUT NEVER THAT EARLY AGAIN. ITS A BLAST BUT ALOT OF THE ACTION IS SMALL ONLY KEPT 19 LET GO ABOUT 80-100
I would love to fish that hole lake and find the big perch that have to reside under the ice....as well as the crappies. I have an idea where to fish for them, but....sweet topher!
On another note, I fished the same lake today as I did yesterday....several HH pickerel on tip ups and jigging, a couple perch, 1 LM bass on a tip up, and then the granddaddy of them all.....A fish that I had heard stories that they populate the lake...4:15 this afternoon A WALLY !!!!!!
Hole where do you get your bait when you fish in ny? I got bait this weekend and paid 4/dozen and they were tiny. I dont mind paying more if the bait is good sized.toms bait and bullets in narrowsburg...right next to pecks market...toms bait is good..and pecks beer prices aint too bad.... ;) ;D
toms bait and bullets in narrowsburg...right next to pecks market...toms bait is good..and pecks beer prices aint too bad.... ;) ;D
GOT OUT ON HUNTINGTON EARLY THIS MORNING FOR A FEW HOURS(5" ICE EVERYWHERE I WALKED) CAUGHT A HALF DOZEN GILLS AND 1 SMALL PICK, HAD ABOUT 5 MISSED FLAGS EARLY (SHOULD HAVE TRIED THE NEW TIP DOWNS)...... COULD'NT FIND THE CRAPPIES.....
HEY TOPHER! THANKS FOR THE TIP ON THE VX (WORKS GREAT)......
MET MTBUSCH (GOOD GUY) HOPE HE HAD SOME LUCK AFTER I LEFT......
GOT OUT ON HUNTINGTON EARLY THIS MORNING FOR A FEW HOURS(5" ICE EVERYWHERE I WALKED) CAUGHT A HALF DOZEN GILLS AND 1 SMALL PICK, HAD ABOUT 5 MISSED FLAGS EARLY (SHOULD HAVE TRIED THE NEW TIP DOWNS)...... COULD'NT FIND THE CRAPPIES.....hot diggity! i'll tell my gang tonight. we are having our christmas party at the hook & ladder! :P
HEY TOPHER! THANKS FOR THE TIP ON THE VX (WORKS GREAT)......
MET MTBUSCH (GOOD GUY) HOPE HE HAD SOME LUCK AFTER I LEFT......
hot diggity! i'll tell my gang tonight. we are having our christmas party at the hook & ladder! :PHEY POOLEY! ANY WORD ON HARRIMAN OR GREENWOOD?
I would love to fish that hole lake and find the big perch that have to reside under the ice....as well as the crappies. I have an idea where to fish for them, but....
morningside is a small pond right by sullivan county collage gps for 11 morningside rd hurleyville ny but i am not joking about the size they are small a 8 inch gill is big there. if you are bringing kids its the place to teach them how to jig!!! alot of action a few times a day
thanks. want to find places with good action on gills to test out jigsthen this is the place you need to be come 3 pm everyday!!!
then this is the place you need to be come 3 pm everyday!!!deff gonna give it a try
Chris - I have drilled everywhere on that lake and never found a concentration of either. When you get them they are nice but no rhyme or reason. We left the other day with a nice pail of fish but also cut alot of holes.
Only place left to explore is the main lake basin. Once winter sets in im sure theres perch to be found along with some suspended crappies. For whatever reason it has never been a "big numbers" lake...
Chris - I have drilled everywhere on that lake and never found a concentration of either. When you get them they are nice but no rhyme or reason. We left the other day with a nice pail of fish but also cut alot of holes.
Only place left to explore is the main lake basin. Once winter sets in im sure theres perch to be found along with some suspended crappies. For whatever reason it has never been a "big numbers" lake...
party going strong. :Pi think i hear sufferns fire tones ... ;) ;D
i think i hear sufferns fire tones ... ;) ;D
nah, that's just the guys being loud and singing X-mas carols :whistle:i'm afraid to go down there...have you ever see drunk firemen in action ?????.... ;) ;D :woot: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
HEY POOLEY! ANY WORD ON HARRIMAN OR GREENWOOD?greenwood is getting there, but they have bubblers going up the middle of both arms in the north, and across the lake by the beach. it may be tricky. my buddy lives there, so i'll keep you up to date. harriman will be a couple of weeks probably.
EVERYTHING NEAR ME HAS ABOUT 3".......
greenwood is getting there, but they have bubblers going up the middle of both arms in the north, and across the lake by the beach. it may be tricky. my buddy lives there, so i'll keep you up to date. harriman will be a couple of weeks probably.CAN'T WAIT! IT WILL BE NICE TO TRAVEL 20 MIN INSTEAD OF 1-2 HRS........
CAN'T WAIT! IT WILL BE NICE TO TRAVEL 20 MIN INSTEAD OF 1-2 HRS........
sometimes the fishing is better when you drive the 1-2 hrs :)THAT'S TRUE, BUT THE OLD LADY IS HAPPIER WHEN I COME HOME IN 5 HRS INSTEAD OF 8 (ESPECIALLY IF THE BREWS ARE FLOWING-WHICH THEY USUALLY ARE)
THAT'S TRUE, BUT THE OLD LADY IS HAPPIER WHEN I COME HOME IN 5 HRS INSTEAD OF 8 (ESPECIALLY IF THE BREWS ARE FLOWING-WHICH THEY USUALLY ARE)i guess thats how i am lucky but my old lady dont seem to mind if i come home !!! lol
I am looking forward to getting out this weekend in sullivan co. :tipup: :)where ya thinkin of going???
Hey Guys !!!! Happy Holidays !!!!!!!!!!!!!that is great topher! LOL!
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that is great topher! LOL!merry xmas to all youse folks.....burpppp... ;) ;D
Hey Guys !!!! Happy Holidays !!!!!!!!!!!!!merry xmas buddy.... ;D..hey you know them old tip ups i showed ya....i think i'm gonna patent them...got it in my head to start a side tip up biz like jack traps :tipup: ...i might be nutz but..... ;D
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merry xmas buddy.... ;D..hey you know them old tip ups i showed ya....i think i'm gonna patent them...got it in my head to start a side tip up biz like jack traps :tipup: ...i might be nutz but..... ;Dsounds like a plan Joe!
merry xmas buddy.... ;D..hey you know them old tip ups i showed ya....i think i'm gonna patent them...got it in my head to start a side tip up biz like jack traps :tipup: ...i might be nutz but..... ;D
Hey Guys !!!! Happy Holidays !!!!!!!!!!!!!
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MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE !!!I'LL BE AT HUNTINGTON TUES OR WED. MORNING (WILL LET YOU KNOW WHATS UP).......
Hey Guys..... Planning a trip up to Huntington / Highland this coming Weds. & Thurs. Staying at Fosterdale Motor Lodge on Weds.
Anybody not working and want to meet there???? Probably get to Huntington about 3 or 4 PM Weds.....fish into the dark. Thurs. either back to Huntington or up to Highland for the day.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE !!!i can do ....will meet ya there....lets chat on this further
Hey Guys..... Planning a trip up to Huntington / Highland this coming Weds. & Thurs. Staying at Fosterdale Motor Lodge on Weds.
Anybody not working and want to meet there???? Probably get to Huntington about 3 or 4 PM Weds.....fish into the dark. Thurs. either back to Huntington or up to Highland for the day.
Santa thought I was good this year ! Boy I had her fooled ;) Got my NY license, a pair of ice armor gloves, and a bunch of new lures and fishing stuff !!@!!!!!:bow: :bow: :bow:
Santa thought I was good this year ! Boy I had her fooled ;) Got my NY license, a pair of ice armor gloves, and a bunch of new lures and fishing stuff !!@!!!!!good old santa! LOL! ;D
Posted this on the general thread, but thought I would duplicate here. I would be interested in any Orange Cty lakes info. I know Glenmere well and Greenwood a little, but what about Walton and Round for trout? Orange lake? I was hoping to fish King of the Ice also. I have a button from fishing it in '85 or '86. I've just moved back to NY after living in Atlanta and Nashville for 23 years. My brother handed over some ice fishing equipment and I'm rarin' to go. Of course I have not fished thru hard water for almost 25 years so I was hoping I could get some general info from the forum. More about baits and lakes and equipment than anything else. Not looking for anyone to give up a honeyhole. Primarily interested in 'eyes, perch, trout/salmon. Any info appreciated. And no, I don't have a southern drawl.lmao...hey southern drawls are welcome ::).....i.m holehawg about hr north of ya...up in the sullivan county area theres a whole mess of lakes for ya to fish..plus a bunch of us try to get together a couple times a year to fish ...keep on here fer news and info...
Call the phone number and ask them to check the ice, if enough of us call, hopefully they will check more frequently. They seem to be lazy about it for some reason.I will call but i just ask, that is all I can do..I respect the reasons why they are extra careful .. pooley explained all about the citiots and I understand there is a liabilty thing in that park. But I will call in the am..
Well, You guys know I'm NUTS, but how about we do THIS:::I'm interested in entering a big prize gerby, I have the ice fishing gear but no ATV or snowmobile to drag my stuff out on big lks. .. I imagine it would be a big disadvantage going it on foot on tupper lk.
NORTHERN CHALLENGE FEB. 5 TUPPER LAKE (adirondaks)
$33,000 in prizes 2 new 4-Wheeler ATV's Several 50/50's
Anybody interested?? Maybe we can book a bunch of rooms and get a discount.
Posted this on the general thread, but thought I would duplicate here. I would be interested in any Orange Cty lakes info. I know Glenmere well and Greenwood a little, but what about Walton and Round for trout? Orange lake? I was hoping to fish King of the Ice also. I have a button from fishing it in '85 or '86. I've just moved back to NY after living in Atlanta and Nashville for 23 years. My brother handed over some ice fishing equipment and I'm rarin' to go. Of course I have not fished thru hard water for almost 25 years so I was hoping I could get some general info from the forum. More about baits and lakes and equipment than anything else. Not looking for anyone to give up a honeyhole. Primarily interested in 'eyes, perch, trout/salmon. Any info appreciated. And no, I don't have a southern drawl.glenmere is one lake i'd like to hit this year. walton is good for brown trout, when there hitting, but can be tough at times. harriman and sterling forest have a flag system that you have to follow. greenwood has an access issue. look here for info, or on the thread below.
Hi folks, new to the forum, just started reading and realized i see some people that fish around in Harriman where im at. Just wanted to wave a hand and say hello, i will keep an eye open for good ice and list it here when i find any. Hope all is well, have a good one...welcome Blood!
Hi folks, new to the forum, just started reading and realized i see some people that fish around in Harriman where im at. Just wanted to wave a hand and say hello, i will keep an eye open for good ice and list it here when i find any. Hope all is well, have a good one...
Hi folks, new to the forum, just started reading and realized i see some people that fish around in Harriman where im at. Just wanted to wave a hand and say hello, i will keep an eye open for good ice and list it here when i find any. Hope all is well, have a good one...
Welcome to IceShanty....but ESPECIALLY Welcome to our SouthEastern NY thread!!! Always nice to have new "Blood" in the crew!! Hope you're young and strong..... need someone to help schlepp my gear onto the ice!!! LOL
i just fished swing bride the 25 for a few hrs, most ice is 6 to 8 ins. out from free launch to the right some ice is just 4 ins in the middle be care full i onely crappie jig inf in 40 ft of water
yoh moon dog 200, so they dropped the cable or you park outside? I really want to try swb next time i'm up that way. It is definitely tough water no doubt but I like the challenge. We caught about half dozen small tossem back crappie jigging there too. I know the big ones have to be there too. gl and be safe hope to see you again soon good buddy
Can you guys tell me when y'all are fishing Huntington? I'd like to tag along !thursday and /or friday fer me....maybe sat too if the weather forcast fer rain holds off..... :tipup: :-\ :tipup:
thursday and /or friday fer me....maybe sat too if the weather forcast fer rain holds off..... :tipup: :-\ :tipup:
Alright, I'll keep an eye on things at the shop to see if Thurs/Fri are available for me...I hope they are....no snow accumulating here yet, too much wind out of the north....no big snow here..got around 2 inches ...but the wind is blowing it all over the place.... ::)
no big snow here..got around 2 inches ...but the wind is blowing it all over the place.... ::)
anywhere from 20-26 inches here in Orange County. We can forget Harriman for awhile.hear u on that one
thursday and /or friday fer me....maybe sat too if the weather forcast fer rain holds off..... :tipup: :-\ :tipup:
Ok, I'm clear for Thursday and will be there.....I hope the fish cooperate !!!me too...huntington right ????? or are we going else where ????????
Ok, I'm clear for Thursday and will be there.....I hope the fish cooperate !!!I'm going up that way thur. morn-too much snow down here, hope to see you guys
I'm going up that way thur. morn-too much snow down here, hope to see you guysbe good to meet ya bc....
be good to meet ya bc....we met him last year at the gathering. he was the new guy! NYPD.
me too...huntington right ????? or are we going else where ????????
Looks like the trip is ON!! Just heard from Yulan area that snow was only abt 2 inches. But it took me three hours to clear my own driveway and sidewalks here on L.I. By tomorrow morning the damn plows will have me blocked in again!!!
good luck gang! we are setting up something for friday, maybe Huntington. (leave my crappies alone! LOL!)is that why iceballs is going wensday eve and thursday??? ill leave a few!!! lol really i hope to get something, never fished there before.
good luck gang! we are setting up something for friday, maybe Huntington. (leave my crappies alone! LOL!)lmao.... topher has that new toy ya know....
good luck gang! we are setting up something for friday, maybe Huntington. (leave my crappies alone! LOL!)
I think we will..........I may steal some of your trout though ;)WHAT TIME ARE YOU GUYS GETTING UP THERE? (I'M WORKING UNTIL 2 AM, SO I MIGHT BE THERE NICE AND EARLY).......
WHAT TIME ARE YOU GUYS GETTING UP THERE? (I'M WORKING UNTIL 2 AM, SO I MIGHT BE THERE NICE AND EARLY).......
I hope to have my holes drilled by 6:30 ;D I may be bringing a friend alsoSOUNDS GOOD CHRIS! I SHOULD BE THERE BY 5 (LUV FISHING BEFORE THE SUN GETS UP) A FEW TROUT WOULD BE NICE......
lmao.... topher has that new toy ya know....
I have lots of new toys for this year ! Joe, remember where they said that ledge is on the other side of the lake ? ;)SOUNDS LIKE SOMEONE HAD A GOOD CHRISTMAS!!!!!
SOUNDS LIKE SOMEONE HAD A GOOD CHRISTMAS!!!!!
yes that too, been picking up new toys since ice out last season ;)I DON'T KNOW WHICH GETS ME MORE EXCITED (THE FED-EX TRUCK OR A FLAG UP)
as long as you don't get the flag up from the Fed Ex truck !HA!!!
I think we will..........I may steal some of your trout though ;)
Leave my Walleye alone! ;D
you can have your pickerel! ;D
are you allowed to post info about local tournaments coming up or is that frowned upon? Just saw info on one today. ???
sometimes they let you, if you post it and they remove it then it wasn't ok. Best I can say is to PM one of the Moderators about posting it
Ok thanks.as long as it just a heads up, with no links, it should be ok. when and where . ;)
as long as it just a heads up, with no links, it should be ok. when and where . ;)
I have lots of new toys for this year ! Joe, remember where they said that ledge is on the other side of the lake ? ;)lmao...kinda.... ;) ;D
ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT WANASINK?Wanasink is private just like its neighbors; Yankee, Wolf and Louise Marie. :(
Leave my Walleye alone! ;Di still think hockey planted that wally to bust topher chops..... ;) ;D
hey topher i'll be there around 730 thursday morning...where ya going ?????? pooleys frav spot or my frav side ????? :tipup: :unsure: :tipup:
know i should be up there too on thursday, hope to meet you. iceballs is gonna show me around a lil he said. is there many big fish? or will my ultralight with 2 lb test be ok?
lmao...kinda.... ;) ;D
know i should be up there too on thursday, hope to meet you. iceballs is gonna show me around a lil he said. is there many big fish? or will my ultralight with 2 lb test be ok?
Sounds like a party. I was gonna go tomorrow afternoon, maybe I'll just wait til thursday morning. As far as your tackle, I'm no expert by any means but I have a picture of a brownie that came out of LH that was 4.5 pounds, 23.5 inches long. But that was back in Feb. of 03'i got a 5 pounder on 4lb out of walton! ;D
~Crack
i got a 5 pounder on 4lb out of walton! ;D
i still think hockey planted that wally to bust topher chops..... ;) ;D
Mythbuster! ;Dhahahaha!
i got a 5 pounder on 4lb out of walton! ;D
Mythbuster! ;D
(http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq29/topher7694/PICT0494-1.jpg)..it least your not yankin it longer like pooley.... ;) ;D...wasnt it hockey that coined the phrase" the pulling pooley measurement system.....lmao..
Looks like that 5 pounder was on a diet when you caught him :o ;) ;Dhow big is that one you caught last year now Rob? LOL!
Might take off tomorrow and drill some holes. Looks like the wind will let up for a few days.my friend is checking the ice on Glenmere tomorrow.
fellas, shoot me a pm with the lake your thinking of fishing.
how big is that one you caught last year now Rob? LOL!now we'll have some action... ;) ;D :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
now we'll have some action... ;) ;D :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
remember the old saying, a picture is worth 1000 words.....this non-pic maybe be worth about as much !!!lmbo..i couldnt catch a cold last year ...never mind anything big.... ;D...maybe this year will be like 2 years ago where me flags wer poping like crazy.... ;) ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: see ya in morning buddy ..i'll be a little late cause i'm grabbing bait for me and iceballs in the am....
lmbo..i couldnt catch a cold last year ...never mind anything big.... ;D...maybe this year will be like 2 years ago where me flags wer poping like crazy.... ;) ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: see ya in morning buddy ..i'll be a little late cause i'm grabbing bait for me and iceballs in the am....Me too! I couldn't catch a cold, at least that is what it feels like, I took a couple aspirins, could just be all that shoveling. Anybody know who has mousies? Guess I'll take my time and call tiorti in the am. .. than call Davis for grubs.I might wait for friday but hoping tomorrow too. glta, tis the season!
I'll be in LH tomorrow too.lets meet up.....we'll be to the right side of the fish access..look fer a guy with a beer in his hand burpping... ;) ;D
lets meet up.....we'll be to the right side of the fish access..look fer a guy with a beer in his hand burpping... ;) ;D
first fish of the season !
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took these home to eat
Hey topher, I am interested in spring bobbers, are the HT ultra lights any good or is the one in the pic something else? I been using two ultra light jig rods and some guy on the ice recommended I try a heavier jig rod with ultra light spring bobbers.
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guess the length of this one....
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anybody know what time the bait shop in Narrowsburg opens? the guy in callicoon doesn't open till 10am and I'll like to be three beers in by then. I bought 2 dozen medium minnows tonight and there all dying. :(8'o'clock...i'll be standing there too...just fer you folks fishing up this way...some bait info...toms bait and [email protected] this helps...
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nice!!!boss jig, that was a topher perch I searched for spring bobbers and copied and pasted the pic.
8'o'clock...i'll be standing there too...just fer you folks fishing up this way...some bait info...toms bait and [email protected] this helps...
boss jig, that was a topher perch I searched for spring bobbers and copied and pasted the pic.ohhh so you sayin topher gets those BIG ones??
lmbo..i couldnt catch a cold last year ...never mind anything big.... ;D...maybe this year will be like 2 years ago where me flags wer poping like crazy.... ;) ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: see ya in morning buddy ..i'll be a little late cause i'm grabbing bait for me and iceballs in the am....I'm working until 3am and will be passing tom's bait in Middletown on the way up-let me know if you guys want me to pick up bait for you so you don't have to wait
I was at Tom's bait in Fair Oaks/Middletown today. He has moussies, spikes, Mealy and Butter grubs along with shiners and worms and all sorts of gear.lmao...a bunch pretter than holehawg....lmao...bur pppppppp ;D
He is open 24 hours but lets get real. If you call and let him know you will be there early he is fine with that but not for just a dozen bait. Any time after 5 AM and he is up and moving.
If I wasn't going fishing you couldn't get my dead arse out of bed for $5 unless you were a bunch prettier then Holehawg!
I have to admit though, Tom's does take good care of us down in these parts and his fish range from tiny to very large.
Good luck on Huntington. I am heading to Big Pond first thing in the morning.
There is 2 Tom's bait shop in these parts. One I guess is up in Narrowsburgh and the other is in Fair Oaks just past Middletown.
I don't know from fact but I think the Hawg hangs at the one up near the PA border. ;D
Hope the bite is on in the morning!
Good luck guys, I wish I could join you, maybe some weekend I'll come down that way with Topher.
now we'll have some action... ;) ;D :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
How'd every body do after I left? Hopefully it picked up some.it did...lol..even i had a flag...burppppppp i'll post pics after i eat something...
it did...lol..even i had a flag...burppppppp i'll post pics after i eat something...
it did...lol..even i had a flag...burppppppp i'll post pics after i eat something...hey man it was cool meeting ya with the guys. i had a good time! well all except the runs!!! lmao
IceBalls, Evan, Holehawg, Expansion Crack, BC Shanty, and Boss Jigs, was a pleasure to fish with you all today...weather was beautiful, and the fish cooperated to an extent..
Good time today with Topher,Holehawg,Iceballs,Evan,expansion crack and bossjigs--lots of gills,some nice size smallies and not enough beer.awwww dont worry about those pooley streched crappies, just let me know when we can get together and i should be able to put you on good fish.
Shame we could'nt find them crappies (I think pooley has been sneaking there at night and catching them all)
Good time today with Topher,Holehawg,Iceballs,Evan,expansion crack and bossjigs--lots of gills,some nice size smallies and not enough beer.
Shame we could'nt find them crappies (I think pooley has been sneaking there at night and catching them all)
i am the fish whisperer! i told the crappies to hide from you guys. LOL! glad you guys had a good day! joe must have fell into the bottle, no pictures!!LOL! :o ;Dlmao..you win the steak knifes buddy.... ;) ;D.......(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/lakeh185.jpg).....(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/lakeh184.jpg)........(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/lakeh190.jpg)...all right i gotta run and get some pics of my fish today... ;) ;D ...enough team photographer / hook out / drinking leader stuff.... ;) ;D
WTG fellas, nice pick pic bc ;D..that is about the size of the pickerel I released by the pink house the previous we met. I also caught and releaed about a half dozen lmb after you left early pm too .. most the action was around sunset i take it? was for me .. So nobody caught any stockies? anyone fishing tipups high ? No crappie means a big school is still in there :oThat pick was caught on tophers tipdown!
That pick was caught on tophers tipdown!It was caught while topher was on an "elusive fish" search
good luck out there today Holehawg........that invite for tomorrow morning is still open, let me know what you want to do....pending the rain, we should be out most of the day tomorrow...and to everyone, in case I get a little tipsy later...HAPPY NEW YEAR !HEY I SHOULD BE UP AT SUPERIOR TOMMORROW IF YOU WANT TO HEAD THERE
HEY I SHOULD BE UP AT SUPERIOR TOMMORROW IF YOU WANT TO HEAD THERE
WANT TO WISH A ..... HAPPY NEW YEAR........ TO ALL YOU GUYS AND YOUR FAMILIES. IT'S A PLEASURE TO HAVE FRIENDS AND FISHING BUDDIES LIKE THE GREAT BUNCH OF GUYS I'VE MET ON ICESHANTY!! LONG MAY OUR FLAGS WAVE !!!
happy new years folks...thanks for the good times and the joking around.... ;) ;D....i'll post todays huntington catch pics as soon as i load them from pc to photobucket..fer sum reason my pcs fritzin.... ::)......i'll have pics, as soon as they get sent to me! ::) we had a blast! ;D
i'll have pics, as soon as they get sent to me! ::) we had a blast! ;Dlmao..frankie get in the devils juice and tell goose hunting tales again.... ;) ;D..cant wait to see and hear.... ;D
Oh Yeah....before I forget..... HOLEHAWG , thanks again for hauling my sled up that hill.....never would have made it witrhout you!! Good Luck today....Catch 'em up !!!yeah ya wudda big fella ;) have a happy roger.. :thumbsup:
lmao..frankie get in the devils juice and tell goose hunting tales again.... ;) ;D..cant wait to see and hear.... ;Dwe all got into the juice! he did want to shoot the seagulls! LOL!
make sure you guys print off your tourney cards, they are available !oops i thought we had to wait til midnight...burp
Great day with all you guys.....weather cooperated, so did the fish!! Re; Not enough beer.....you guys missed Evan's stash....he had a whole case of Molsens Golden!!! We got caught in horrendous traffic on theway home (accidents on the road)....got back here at 9PM!!!
What are we doing next week??? Highland, Superior, Private lake in Yulan (I have access) ???
I get lots of little ones too...if I mark them, I catch them ;) that spring bobber setup I have in that pic is a St. Croix legend rod spring bobber setup that I customized to fit that particular rod....very simple to do.....if you want to save the hassle, just get a Jason Mitchell 24" spring bobber rod...I have one of those as well and I use it all the timeGood Morning and Happy New Year all!, topher, I was checking out the jason mitchell and see why you use it all the time! nice! anyway, what I been using last few seasons and with dang good success is first choice: 27" med/light im7 guide series. and HT 25"PLG gold light... both are sensitive tips. I remember using spring tips many years aho with success but had a big eyed tip heavy stiff jig rod (forget the make) I gave that to my bro. Anyway, that is why I stopped using the spring bobbers, like the jason mitchell advertised, the rods I now been using seem sufficient enough for the setup I use chasing perch. Enjoy! I'm hoping local soon! Can't believe harriman is still closed, I am hoping to get north somewhere today or sunday. glta
no rain yet, 28 keepers getting ready to be filleted.....Gotta get some pics.....ice started off great today, but as the day wore on, a thin layer of water formed making it real slippery and wet.....same at huntington.. ;) ;D
Help need. Open bait shot be highland lake
here was the best fish from today ;Dyour eating well this week!
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there is a new shop located in the town of lumberland on 31 right off 97. Really nice guy, real lively bait and good prices. He told us that he can also get any kind of special bait that you want if you give him a heads up. I will get the number it is posted at the little store on 31. (pete's)The bait shop is on Caskey Rd. about 1/4 mile up on the left.I think its the 2nd or 3rd house on the right.Phone # is 845-856-0741.Good people there.I'm new to the sight,live in Glen Spey,and fish like theres no tomorrow.Drop me a line if you want to fish.I'm thinking about Superior lake on Sunday.Anybody got word on Swinging Bridge??
boss, superior never did it for me, I hit that place enough times and although I know it is deep enough, somehow from what I see what is available for public fishing and what I seen in the way of the russian invasion.. i rest my casewell ill say i dont see the russians there, and i slam the perch if it dont do it for you thats cool, more action for me!!!lol
Everything is closed in harriman and sterling as of yesterday.Took a ride through the park today nothing but red flags
Took a ride through the park today nothing but red flagswonder if I gave you some green flags and..oh nevermind.. that ain't right
Took a ride through the park today nothing but red flagsDid you check foxwood? ;D
Hey mtbusch, i would hit highland with you this week, it should be goood to go, my dad and me were talking about hitting it anyway this week. Shoot me a PM if interested.I would like that very much.. I had a good time last season on highland lk with Gamelot at the anual ice derby! I would be honored to meet you at the beach! I'll pm you before the weekend for sure.. just got to make sure wgich days I'll be good to go. ty for the invite too friend!
iceboy, with the state cutting park officials etc. , It doesn;t surprise me anymore. But I do get a feeling those lks should open soon. gl this seasonill be happy to check the lakes for them free of charge. hahah :thumbsup:
any body know how thick the ice is at white lake? i plan on going there tomarrowmoondog there is some open water on white lake as of today!!! the shore side by 17b is open about 20 yards off shore to about 40-50 yards it looks like
hey markf, i was livin up that way a very short time ago, couple months. not workin right now and me and my dad are ready to rock. drop me a line and maybe we get to catchin, thanks..Are you fishing Sunday??Let me know,maybe we can catch some fish!!
I'm passing on the South Fallsburg deal, gonna hit the Crappie Derby up to Whitney Point that weekendfished the crappie derby one year. had an absolute blast. its a great time. caught some nice fish too! ;D
fished the crappie derby one year. had an absolute blast. its a great time. caught some nice fish too! ;D
Does anyone have any information on the upcoming ice fishing contest in the area?(king of the ice, highland contest, Sackett, and any others) Looking like I'll be heading to Swan lake on Saturday.Is there any access on swan lake?
I'm passing on the South Fallsburg deal, gonna hit the Crappie Derby up to Whitney Point that weekend
We fished the Whitney Point derby one year also.....hate to say it, but it was a disaster!!! There was about 1-1/2 to 2 feet of snow on the lake and about 4 thousand people...... walking was impossible....fishing was lousy!! If you check out past reports for Whitney Point you'll find that this was ONCE a great fishery, but has declined seriously in recent years. Unless you know exactly WHERE to fish , your chances are slim to catch anything worthwhile. We checked out the fish entry shack all day and there were only a few qualified entries (and I wasn't impressed with the quality of fish I saw).
The contest itself is quite a blast..... they almost build a city out on the ice, with plowed roads, food booths, hourly prizes, and lots of "Hoopla"!!
To enjoy this lake you really need to have some kind of motorized transport.
there was people on swan lake(main lake). We turned in by that gas station and followed that road about a mile. Parked on the left side of the road, pulled our gear accross the road and onto the lake. there were 12 other people there getting set up. Caught alot of perch jigging and one lil' pick on my only tip up i had out.ANY SIZE TO THE PERCH?
Did anyone else hear the rumor about a 26 lb. channel cat caught in Lake Huntington? Heard it second hand today and my first question was did you see the fish? Guy said no, but he believes it is actually true.
If it's true it must be a freak occurrence.
No and most likely I would have if it really had happen. LH isn't really what I would call a channel cat haven, and a 26 pound fish would have the head the size of a shovel, difficult to get thru the ice. Would be in the Democrat for sure.
It was me, I confess, I was trying my noodling technic and when the 26 lber grabbed my foot , I strung her up..fortunitely I was wearing my artic gear
I'm passing on the South Fallsburg deal, gonna hit the Crappie Derby up to Whitney Point that weekend
any toes left? :Phuh? .. you must think i'm someone else cause I lost you there bub
huh? .. you must think i'm someone else cause I lost you there bub
Did anyone else hear the rumor about a 26 lb. channel cat caught in Lake Huntington? Heard it second hand today and my first question was did you see the fish? Guy said no, but he believes it is actually true.
If it's true it must be a freak occurrence.
Did anyone else hear the rumor about a 26 lb. channel cat caught in Lake Huntington? Heard it second hand today and my first question was did you see the fish? Guy said no, but he believes it is actually true.No freak occurrence! there are cats in there......
If it's true it must be a freak occurrence.
It's amazing how these fish grow in size as the story gets around.......... While eating dinner in Tony's restaurant at Lake Huntington, the owner (Tony) came over to our table to chat. He told us about the Channel Cat that was caught just behind the restaurant.....it weighed 11 pounds. He says there are lots of them in the lake.lmao...bar storys...there aint no good fish in huntington... ;) ;D
Okay, 11 pounds I can believe.some guys fish the delaware in narrowsburg fer them.....but that could be a bar tale too.. :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
Didn't know the lake had channel cats.
hey buddy you going out this weekend :tipup: ;D :tipup:
"It was me, I confess, I was trying my noodling technic and when the 26 lber grabbed my foot , I strung her up..fortunitely I was wearing my artic gear"
Sorry thought you said that, my attempt at a bad joke.
~EC
some guys fish the delaware in narrowsburg fer them.....but that could be a bar tale too.. :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
I know a few guys that used to fish for them above the bridge by the ballfield . I've caught a few a lil further south fishing for walleyesssssssssssh..... ;) ;D
some guys fish the delaware in narrowsburg fer them.....but that could be a bar tale too.. :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
We catch them down in Pond Eddy. The river is full of them and they get pretty big.ssssssssssh..... ;) ;D
sterlings blue lake=DINKS :'( but being harriman was closed, at least I tried it for this year ::) IBM must be feeding them nano diet pelets ;D hawg , where you thinking?mtbusch is blue lake open now ??
but if you REALLY want to catch them you'll fish just around the bend from the ssshhhhhhhhh :P
mtbusch is blue lake open now ??Open yes, to what ..I don't know but it left me thinking why the state doesn't use a warm water stocking program. The lake would be a great place to ice if the park managed a warm water stocking program.. specicially black crappie and walleye .. Blue lake in sterling park has bass and pickerel. I visit the lk once a year beginning iceseason..most perch are dinkies.. too small to keep. This was always the case at blue lake in all my years jigging it. I walked to thw back found 25fow and tried 20 17 15 12 fow .. very tough place to fish and I suspect as I always have, that the place is overfished and neglected proper stocking program. I do not know how the state monitors to improve fishing quality through stocking programs in this region but, with so few public water available for the licensed fishermen and how expensive a non resident is these days. I can't see where the increased license money is improving fishing opportunities in the area!!!
Open yes, to what ..I don't know but it left me thinking why the state doesn't use a warm water stocking program. The lake would be a great place to ice if the park managed a warm water stocking program.. specicially black crappie and walleye .. Blue lake in sterling park has bass and pickerel. I visit the lk once a year beginning iceseason..most perch are dinkies.. too small to keep. This was always the case at blue lake in all my years jigging it. I walked to thw back found 25fow and tried 20 17 15 12 fow .. very tough place to fish and I suspect as I always have, that the place is overfished and neglected proper stocking program. I do not know how the state monitors to improve fishing quality through stocking programs in this region but, with so few public water available for the licensed fishermen and how expensive a non resident is these days. I can't see where the increased license money is improving fishing opportunities in the area!!!the state doesn't need a warm water fish stocking program, hence, never having one, outside walleye and musky. walleye were stocked in blue lake, when it was private, and you needed a permit to fish there, but nobody was catching them, so they stopped stocking them. we have over 7000 lakes and ponds to fish, so you just have to fish where the species you want are there in good numbers and size. there approximately 40 lakes and ponds in the orange/rockland county area, so i don't see a lack of water to fish. also, the money from the license increase is barely keeping the DEC running, and the number of staff is less due to budget cuts.
the state doesn't need a warm water fish stocking program, hence, never having one, outside walleye and musky. walleye were stocked in blue lake, when it was private, and you needed a permit to fish there, but nobody was catching them, so they stopped stocking them. we have over 7000 lakes and ponds to fish, so you just have to fish where the species you want are there in good numbers and size. there approximately 40 lakes and ponds in the orange/rockland county area, so i don't see a lack of water to fish. also, the money from the license increase is barely keeping the DEC running, and the number of staff is less due to budget cuts.Pooley I see it for what it is from thirty years of spending for non resient fishing license.. So I will still ask ,"Why ?".. just a few buckets a year of black crappie and walleyefry for blue lk in sterling forest park! stocking should be priortized even if it means sacrificing staff. It is common sense to maintain a put and take fishery so close to high population.
hey buddy you going out this weekend :tipup: ;D :tipup:
Just called the Sterling Forest park this noon. Four lakes open, Blue lk, Eagle lk, four corner pond and Laurel Madow ponds. However, Harriman is still closed. Also, asked the snow and they are cleaning right now. Looks not bad. Anybody going to hit these lakes on Sunday?Yes, try blue lk.. it has at least six inches of ice. Not sure if gas augers are allowed this year.. I know gas augers weren't allowed last season. Harriman park should have been opened but they still have yet to measure the ice on seven lks. I guess saturday and sunday look good further north? Any derbies this weekend? What is this group doing? I would like to meet on ice where the crappie and perch are keepers!
but if you REALLY want to catch them you'll fish just around the bend from the ssshhhhhhhhh :Plmao... ;D
I keep hearing from a friend of mine that JFK park lake (formerly Mohansic State Park) contains a good population of large Crappies. Anybody from that neck of the woods know anything about this???
Yes, try blue lk.. it has at least six inches of ice. Not sure if gas augers are allowed this year.. I know gas augers weren't allowed last season. Harriman park should have been opened but they still have yet to measure the ice on seven lks. I guess saturday and sunday look good further north? Any derbies this weekend? What is this group doing? I would like to meet on ice where the crappie and perch are keepers!
PM sent ;Dyeah i got it E.C....was gonna meet topher at promton pa sat..but havent brought pa lic yet....thinking highland lake ny on sunday..( this message is fer mt busch too...)..hey crack...t lake info sounds great...let me know...i'll buy ya a bowl of kennys famous chile.... ;)
i was wondering when you wudd jump in... ;) ;D
course that was a hundred years ago @)
yeah i got it E.C....was gonna meet topher at promton pa sat..but havent brought pa lic yet....thinking highland lake ny on sunday..( this message is fer mt busch too...)..hey crack...t lake info sounds great...let me know...i'll buy ya a bowl of kennys famous chile.... ;)
lmao... ;D
I think sunday sounds good......need directions.meet at pecks in narrowsburg ???????
all ya gotta do is look for a very colorful rock in the middle of the river................. .and don't cast near it !:wacko: i got about 200 bucks in jigs and lures on that rock...... :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
gas augers have been banned on blue lake since the state took it over. thank United Water!Forgot to mention, as I was dragging my sled off blue lk. with another older gent retired and knows the lakes and rangers in this neck of the woods..we see somebody drilling with a gas auger after sundown! lol.. I just left and ignored it , I do not risk messing with any strangers breaking park rules especially these days. And I just want to add that I agree it is ashamed the state has to cut back on enforcement and such but, imho ..stocking fish would in fact benefit all and serve in the best interests for the states parks and recreation facilities. Without a put and take in regions so close heavily populated urban regions of the state, it will be the same as it has been and that is why blue lake is a tough lake to fish. .., other lakes will suffer the same fate as blue lk. if there is no warm water fish stockings like other states do.
Blue lake has a good population of perch, we have done very well over they years. It is just a matter of finding them. Lakes in Harriman still have areas with open water, that is why they arent open. Untill they are totally frozen, they won't be open.i have also done well out of blue lake. hockey12 is right. you just gotta find them. one time you go there there in one spot then you can go back a day later and they have moved on.
meet at pecks in narrowsburg ???????
:wacko: i got about 200 bucks in jigs and lures on that rock...... :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
what time?whats good for you ??? 8ish ???
whats good for you ??? 8ish ???
expansion and holehawg,i am heading out within a half hr. anyway of letting me know if access is available at highland lk? i know the gate is still locked at swingingbridge. I'll check here before rolling out.. me and my friend want to jig somewhere decent..anyway maybe show up tomorrow there if nonody gets back.. might do superior late today.
whats good for you ??? 8ish ???
8 sounds good see you tomorrow.meet ya at pecks in narrowsburg at 8 ....beer and bait... ;) ;D
well, Blue Lake lived up to it's reputation. a few pickerel, some dink perch. 8 inches of ice. :-\took a ride around greenwood lk. , could have fished a spot i use to have access but we decided blue lk. because the place was banged up and posted ..guess I respect owener rights so we passed up a questionable access on greenwood and went to blue lk, knowing harriman is closed. FRIEND LET GO A 28" PICKEREL ! LOL I was picking up a mess of dink perch and bluegills, some of the bluegills were impressive size..all released of coarse. We jigged a couple hrs. So , all said and done not a bad day scouting. Tomorrow anyone have plans? was hoping highland lk but think it is private and i do not like tresspassing.
took a ride around greenwood lk. , could have fished a spot i use to have access but we decided blue lk. because the place was banged up and posted ..guess I respect owener rights so we passed up a questionable access on greenwood and went to blue lk, knowing harriman is closed. FRIEND LET GO A 28" PICKEREL ! LOL I was picking up a mess of dink perch and bluegills, some of the bluegills were impressive size..all released of coarse. We jigged a couple hrs. So , all said and done not a bad day scouting. Tomorrow anyone have plans? was hoping highland lk but think it is private and i do not like tresspassing.
no pictures ?topher, I was about 200 ft from my bud with the huge pick he said was 28"..i believe him.. he let it go after holding it up to show me.. if pooley was there, i was the guy with the red sled in front of the two clam shanties another 200ft towards the middle lk. I had my camera but that is the way he is.. i told him i would have liked to snap a pic of the huge fish. I can't prove it now! My bag has a tape rule shanty derby online card and camera.. maybe next time. You going anywhere tomorrow? I want to try highland lk. but not sure about access because it is a private lk. swb would be cool but I heard the public access is closed too!
topher, I was about 200 ft from my bud with the huge pick he said was 28"..i believe him.. he let it go after holding it up to show me.. if pooley was there, i was the guy with the red sled in front of the two clam shanties another 200ft towards the middle lk. I had my camera but that is the way he is.. i told him i would have liked to snap a pic of the huge fish. I can't prove it now! My bag has a tape rule shanty derby online card and camera.. maybe next time. You going anywhere tomorrow? I want to try highland lk. but not sure about access because it is a private lk. swb would be cool but I heard the public access is closed too!
Highland is private I do believe, you have to know someone....as far as me, I fished today at a private pond in PA near my house...I think I might get out tomorrow, but if I do it will be a miracle with all the house work I would have to get done.Good luck if you get out tomorrow and yes agree that highland is private so I will wait for an invitation or try any pond tomorrow.
I was trying to contact someone over the phone about access swb.. http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/61533.html wonder why is it closed? http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/sbriresmap.pdf
They closed it mid-season last year. The reason I heard is that the town doesn't want the liability. Could also have something to do with the sale of the reservoir to another energy company. Either way it sucks out loud.Gamalot mentioned something about it was to that affect, What I think really sucks out loud now is after speaking to sheriff dept or whoever the hell rude sob I spoke to over the phone looking to try and get some legal advice as to why public access is advertised for ice fishing and yet now find out it would be illegal parking etc. It is pretty contradictive bs and renewal is now in question for what I believe is an expensive non resident freshwater fishing license. I copied and pasted from the NYDEC website and as it reads, it is suppose to be open to ice fishing! You think these no good miserables abide by their own rules? iF IT IS A LIABILITY ISSUE, Why not just barracade the ramp and add to the already rediculous billboard signs. Nothing good manifests from bs like this I'll leave it at that
I agree gAMALOT, " It would be real easy to see some yahoo drive too far into the public launch and end up half way out on the lake or even through the ice given the steep slope there is there. Any ATV would definitely need chains to get off the ice." I was hoping all the while that swb still had a public access lot for parking instead of worrying about roadside illegal parking or trespassing.. The DEC website reads there is icefishing permtted as well as public access for licensed fishermen at swingingbridge reservoir. Whatever the reason for closing the ramp, it reads on the DEC site as well as in the fishing rules booklet as accessable.. I do not think it would be a big deal to plow a lot for safe public parking and as for access to the lake, simply drop a couple temporay vehicle barracades blocking the cement public ramp with seasonal posted signs. Let the season begin! hope all is well ;)
Seems to me that most of the guys who fish Highland Lk. get on at the Sand Beach Bar. Don't know if anyone is actually at the establishment in the Winter, but I've never seen it closed off in any way, and there are no signs prohibiting access. You can Google the Sand Beach Bar in Highland, NY and get their phone number.....maybe someone will answer. The local fishihg /hunting club runs an annual Ice Fishing contest sometimne in February out of the Sand Beach Bar.
There's another access to the lake thru a trail at the back end, but someone would have to show you where it is (no landmarks I can give you). Highland is a well fished lake so it's "private" designation does not seem to apply.
hey e.c. twas a pleasure sending time on the ice with ya today....will post the pics one my frost bite fingers thaw out....lmao...got a tad breezy at the end... ;) ;D ;D btw..that vension meatloaf i was drooling over coming home to...blondezilla never made it... ::) ;D ;D ;D ;D hotdogs fer me... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
hey e.c. twas a pleasure sending time on the ice with ya today....will post the pics one my frost bite fingers thaw out....lmao...got a tad breezy at the end... ;) ;D ;D btw..that vension meatloaf i was drooling over coming home to...blondezilla never made it... ::) ;D ;D ;D ;D hotdogs fer me... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Hey IceBalls, Got my Argo up and running, you coming up this week? Got a storm on the way and will
have to plow but will be free after that. Let me know if you want to get together. :tipup:
does anyone happen to know how much ice is on walton lake. drove by tonight at around 8 pm. couldnt really see much in the way of holes, sled drag marks etc. :tipup:drove by sun and people were out fishin it
Dan... I was actually on my way up to Yulanb today with plans to stay thru the weekend but my plans were cancelled when my buddy called to tel me his heating system was out of commission. I would like to make it up for the weekend....depends on the snowfall ( I don't want to be dragging my sled thru a foot of snow)...... and current reports say that 12" is about what's coming!! Let's talk about it by Thursday eve.
thanks for the info ice. anyone going to highland this saturday?
anyone know anything about where to fish on sylvan lake in dutchess county.... i never fished it before it seems like they got alot of species there and they also stock it with the browns.. i wanted to try to get out there in the next couple of days.... i got the topo map deep lake but i figured the browns probably around 15 to 20 ft down just wondering if anyone had any tips on sylvan lake...
Did you guys read the post about the "GINNY BUCKET" ?? Sounds like a plan for our next outing !!!
From the public access site (on Old Sylvan Lake Rd.), walk straight out and slightly to the left, about 75 to 100 yards. Should be in about 15 - 20 feet of water. TROUT TERRITORY !!! Fish from just under the ice to about three feet off the bottom. Stagger you baits until you find where they're cruising.
I was on Sylvan yesterday and didn't go too far off shore. Ice was very sketchy and I had a few scares. I'd stay off for another week or so, especially with this snow.
From the public access site (on Old Sylvan Lake Rd.), walk straight out and slightly to the left, about 75 to 100 yards. Should be in about 15 - 20 feet of water. TROUT TERRITORY !!! Fish from just under the ice to about three feet off the bottom. Stagger you baits until you find where they're cruising.
haven,t heard yetwtg moondog, at least you got out there
hay boss jigs how you do at sparrer yesterday? i kept 7 perch 5 blue gills from white lake yesterday drilled about 50 wholes slow fishing bigest perch 14 ins.sorry i didnt get to see this till now. yesterday started with nice action but were small perch and 6-7 inch crappies and only on jig. then they shut OFF till late. even the pickerel were slow and small. and i moved 3 times!(but i forgot to charge the lorance) :(
looking to hit walton lake saturday. ive fished it once for a few hours and ony had one hit on the jig pole but it felt like a monster. any ideas where to try. i will also be using tip ups. thanks guys. :tipup:
burppppppppppppp....fishing... ;) ;D
thinking about hitting my cove on the delaware tomorrow and try fer wallys...gotta go to long island sunday soo that day is shot... ::)
remember no gas augers on walton lake. i think its chesters drinking water. walti've never seen them stop people from using gas augers there, just gas outboards.
i've never seen them stop people from using gas augers there, just gas outboards.yeah me too. same with big pond.
Any word on any tourneys? kids wanna fish!!!!!!bc, How is everything! , was thinking the same thing! was at stahahee or however it is spelled :-\ me and a partner jigged from noon till sundown.. caught a half dozen keeper(perch) alot of bass a few scappy crappies .. hope everybody is doing good outdoors! it was a good day sunny and no wind ;) hoping they opened a few more lks today ! Hey pooley, I seen and I used gas auger at harriman, what is your thoughts on that place?btw, ice was about 6"
Gary, It was as calm a day as it gets, probably in the mid 20s with the sunshine. Maybe 6" powder snow so it was easy kicking. I still have my original lazer blades and it was no problem drilling about a dozen holes for me and my partner. Hoping tomorrow to try a favorite hole local. This park is 20 minutes from me and is a jiggers haven ;D I wish you luck on your next outing getting some quality trout on flags. I know you know your water good buddy. Later, johnthis jiggers haven isn't located in harriman is it ?? hahahah
this jiggers haven isn't located in harriman is it ?? hahahahnoway silly, :P central park
You were lucky with the no wind today! I fished White Lake and by noon the wind kicked up to 10-15 MPH steady and right out of the west. All my disc tip ups got completely covered and I about froze my rear off. NO flags at all but that's nothing new for WL.
Hey gamalot, I drove out to WL during the week to check it out and the parking lot at the boat launch was standing
full of snow. I didn't even bother to pull in, have they plowed it yet? ???
whaddaya think about next weekend...Sunday to be more specific ?well i might hit my law in laws priv lake....depends ..hes got my jiffy and 3 dozen shiners doing r and d today.... ;) ;D...if its any good yer more than welcome to join in...( its loaded with weeds and gills...)
well i might hit my law in laws priv lake....depends ..hes got my jiffy and 3 dozen shiners doing r and d today.... ;) ;D...if its any good yer more than welcome to join in...( its loaded with weeds and gills...)
Hey guyz, besides sterling forest is there any harriman lakes green flagged yet??????i know stahahe is open they said one more. i could barely make out what the guy was saying over the phone... i know it was not welch, sebago, tioroti. i think it might have been kannawuake. i called sterling and asked. you might have better luck calling then i did. :tipup:
Thank you in advance..... Tight lines.
I'll let you know ;D in the meantime, I gotta restring the Jiffy AGAIN >:( only got 21 holes out of it today....only good thing is that it started on the pull that the cord broke......only 2 perch jigging this AM 1 flag ( missed it ) gonna try this afternoon after 3 for eyes at the local honeyhole....good thing I have my hand auger ;)one word------Strikemaster! LOL!
i know stahahe is open they said one more. i could barely make out what the guy was saying over the phone... i know it was not welch, sebago, tioroti. i think it might have been kannawuake. i called sterling and asked. you might have better luck calling then i did. :tipup:the other one was Lake Nawahunta
I'll let you know ;D in the meantime, I gotta restring the Jiffy AGAIN >:( only got 21 holes out of it today....only good thing is that it started on the pull that the cord broke......only 2 perch jigging this AM 1 flag ( missed it ) gonna try this afternoon after 3 for eyes at the local honeyhole....good thing I have my hand auger ;)report from son in law r and d mission 16 " pick and a buzz... ;) ;D sounds like our run of the mill lake....i'll give it the big test next sunday ;) ;D.. ps topher if ya need parts (temcumsh) son in law has stuff.. hes johns small engine/ mower shop in port jervis...
one word------Strikemaster! LOL!;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D i'll race ya....lol.. ;) i aint frankie with that sears battery/ "brace and bit" thingy.... ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
report from son in law r and d mission 16 " pick and a buzz... ;) ;D sounds like our run of the mill lake....i'll give it the big test next sunday ;) ;D.. ps topher if ya need parts (temcumsh) son in law has stuff.. hes johns small engine/ mower shop in port jervis...
John's does Strike Master too!hes also gonna do a simplicity snow thrower cause his father in law has one with a broken shift handle and its stuck in reverse... ;) ;D...poor kid..i told him not to marry my daughter ;) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
one word------Strikemaster! LOL!
took a ride to sylvan lake today to check out the ice situation and idk about 20 ft off shore it was a good 10 inches of ice. then went out to about 50 ft id say and it went to 6 inches roughly. so im going to hit it up tomorrow after noon i know theres springs in that lake but i dont know where they are. the only parking i really saw there was a small area with a sign that said boat loading only and no trespassing signs this was on sylvan lake road right after the camp heading north. i see alot of tracks going onto the ice but wanted to know if anyone knew if its ok to park there.
took a ride to sylvan lake today to check out the ice situation and idk about 20 ft off shore it was a good 10 inches of ice. then went out to about 50 ft id say and it went to 6 inches roughly. so im going to hit it up tomorrow after noon i know theres springs in that lake but i dont know where they are. the only parking i really saw there was a small area with a sign that said boat loading only and no trespassing signs this was on sylvan lake road right after the camp heading north. i see alot of tracks going onto the ice but wanted to know if anyone knew if its ok to park there.
Thats the only public parking there. Everything else around the lake is private.
Stahahe was rocking early today. slowed by the time people started showing up. ;Dwhat kind of fish?
what kind of fish?lots of bass, some pickerel,perch and crappie.
Hey Topher, one word, Bad BS Ethanol gas! Get the carb cleaned and tuned and ask them about a better mix ratio. Ethanol is alcohol and breaks down a lot quicker then the petro gas we used to use. My SM is running pretty Snitty these days too and the plug is dark and wet. I have to carry a new plug with me. Junk gas!
I have access to/use non ethanol fuel with Stabil additive.....combine that with Opti-2 oil at 70:1 its just the starting and low idle....at full revs the thing purrs like a tiger.....
Cool, Talk to John about a carb rebuild and possibly a hotter plug. Don't know how old the Jif is but ethanol eats O rings and seals in older models not designed for it. I have a 6 HP evinrude that has run perfect for 40 years and then quit. Took the carb apart and the all the rubber seals were in the bowl disintegrated.
I came home watched an excellent 2nd half , filleted and panfried a plate full of the best tasting freshwater fish around! http://dnr.wi.gov/fish/lakemich/yellowperch.pdf not to mention a couple of scrappies! I have some leftover for a fish sandwich tomorrow ;)what part of the lake did you fish ?? ;D
what part of the lake did you fish ?? ;Dpm sent
Went to Walton today. Great day to be outside. Not alot of flags but worth the wait. Got a brown 25 inches just shy of 7lbs. If I can figure it out I'll post a picture. Also got a couple of LM Bass and one Smallie all about 2-3lbs.get a free photobucket account.
pooley, was that you again on stahahe? I noticed a particular stance jigger on the ice lol.. if not sorry had to ask ;DI was there til 10 or so. i wasn't one of the Russians. ;)
I was there til 10 or so. i wasn't one of the Russians. ;)I was the red sled, heard those guys and started thinking never ever post to much on an open forum.. not that it matters but..it might help ::) met bloodgrove his dad and his friend, bite wasn't as good as previous days per hole but I managed a few.
J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS !!!!YEAH MAN SEEN THAT!!!
I was the red sled, heard those guys and started thinking never ever post to much on an open forum.. not that it matters but..it might help ::) met bloodgrove his dad and his friend, bite wasn't as good as previous days per hole but I managed a few.There all over up there, mostly from new jersey!
There all over up there, mostly from new jersey!rusians? .. I doubt it from my experience... nj'ers you might be right! lol
Went to Walton today. Great day to be outside. Not alot of flags but worth the wait. Got a brown 25 inches just shy of 7lbs. If I can figure it out I'll post a picture. Also got a couple of LM Bass and one Smallie all about 2-3lbs.WHERES THAT TROUT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?!? HHAHAHAHA ;D ;D ;D ;D :tipup:
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Thanks for the help posting. Hope it worked.
(http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l601/iceballs22243/sylvanlakebass.jpg)iceballs , that is xxxlmb man! WTG! ..Ever lip them on a jig? lol :o
SYLVAN LAKE 1/15/11 Estimated 6-7 lbs. (might be more, but no scale)
trying to take my girlfriend out. live in warwick. any ideas on place to go local. hoping to get her to catch anything. any help is much appreciated.best bet is to take her out on the warmest day possible. i took mine out last week when it was about 20 degrees. needless to say she wasnt to happy. but she said shed give it another shot. ;D
trying to take my girlfriend out. live in warwick. any ideas on place to go local. hoping to get her to catch anything. any help is much appreciated.glenmere
(http://i1136.photobucket.com/albums/n485/donjen95/IMG00046-20110116-1532DonaldTrout2011.jpg)sweet brown!!! glad to help with the pics.
Thanks for the help posting. Hope it worked.
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SYLVAN LAKE 1/15/11 Estimated 6-7 lbs. (might be more, but no scale)
Nice fish! I saw you out there on sylvan I came out around 2 in the afternoon took my girlfriend out If u remember she had a good time but really nervous about the slush hahaha! But we didn't catch anything but had a good time def. Going to try that lake again it was my dirst time there so try it again
i was on hi land yesterday there was some nut driveing his truck back and fourth on the ice raseing arondThe number for all the CO's in the county you are in is in your NYS compendium.....the one with all the fishing laws in them
and i seen people puling a sled with a 4 weller arond with no helmets or life jackets ware is the lqaw when things are going on like this
thanksYour welcome....I use them often
glenmere
Ever lip them on a jig? lol :o
where would you say the best area to try on glenmere. only been there a few timesstraight out from the parking lot. we had a lot of action out towards the islands.
There all over up there, mostly from new jersey!
iceballs, topher, holehawg, and BC. Finally got those photo's edited from lake huntington. PM me your emails if you want them.PM sent
~Ec
Hey mtbusch, nice to see you, i will keep you up to speed on the date and specifics of the next trip....We certainly had a good day. Was a pleasure meeting you your friend and dad and looking forward to doing it again. looking good for the weekend :tipup: pm me when ready, hoping it is a go for the weekend.
looking for a pak shack locally does any know if gander mtn or dicks have it?none at gander, ebay had them for $47 about 1 1/2 months ago.
none at gander, ebay had them for $47 about 1 1/2 months ago.DITTO WHAT BOSS JIGS SAID, I'VE SEEN THEM AS LOW AS $40 ON EBAY-JUST TYPE IN ICE FISHING AND EVERYTHING COMES UP........
iceballs, topher, holehawg, and BC. Finally got those photo's edited from lake huntington. PM me your emails if you want them.THANKS!
~Ec
looking for a pak shack locally does any know if gander mtn or dicks have it?
HAMMER614 EMPTY YOUR INBOX!!! Tried to PM you but could not.Done......... sorry......... lost my mind I guess...lol ::)
IceBalls
none at gander, ebay had them for $47 about 1 1/2 months ago.
im going to try mahopac lake for some crappies havent been there in years!
Anyone fish Potake Pond in Rockland Co? Looks like part of it is in Passaic Co. NJ. Any access/info on this pond would be greatly appreciated.it's a private water supply for united water. no fishing.
How's the weather treating you guys down that way ? we have a fresh almost 12" snow just this week.....siliconed the sleds today.....hope it helps ?we only got 3 inches the other night.
we only got 3 inches the other night.How about a little get together in Harriman?
How about a little get together in Harriman?how about next weekend? i'll pick a lake in the next couple of days.
how about next weekend? i'll pick a lake in the next couple of days.sounds good just need a few days notice! I have to learn those lakes-so close to home......
how about next weekend? i'll pick a lake in the next couple of days.
NEED FISHING PARTNER FOR TOMORROW (SUNDAY) ON Lake Ronkonkoma, Long Island. Lake has goood population of LARGE Walleye!!!What bridge do you have to cross ice balls ? How far or wear is it located on long island ?
Get in touch with me by 11PM tonight.
NEED FISHING PARTNER FOR TOMORROW (SUNDAY) ON Lake Ronkonkoma, Long Island. Lake has goood population of LARGE Walleye!!!hey roger..highlake tourney is feb 19th 7 till 3...weighin by 2....2o bucks entry fee includes the food beer and dozen bait.... ;D...i'll post ya if i'm hitting fallsburg tourney... :-\
Get in touch with me by 11PM tonight.
hey roger..highlake tourney is feb 19th 7 till 3...weighin by 2....2o bucks entry fee includes the food beer and dozen bait.... ;D...i'll post ya if i'm hitting fallsburg tourney... :-\
went out to walton today with my cousin got a perch a couple of smallies and a large mouthhow much ice is there?
Pooley, that's one heck of a fish you entered ! Huntington has nothing on that one !heck yeah it was! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :icefish:
how much ice is there?
heck yeah it was! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :icefish:great slab buddy congrats...did your fishing partner sleep in too... ;) ;) ;) ;D
great slab buddy congrats...did your fishing partner sleep in too... ;) ;) ;) ;Dhahahahahaha, yup! ;D
went out to walton today with my cousin got a perch a couple of smallies and a large mouthwere u the person in blue shanty? drove by and saw like 3 groups accross lake. what u catch them on
hahahahahaha, yup! ;D
What's the deal with Lake Tiorati? I have ice fished there a couple of times in years past and remember being able to park next to the lake. I went there last weekend and I could not find a parking area, other than the one at Lake Skannanati. Did something change?
Kind of like opening day of deer season 2 years ago! ;)yes it was, and i shot your deer too! LOL! ;D
What's the deal with Lake Tiorati? I have ice fished there a couple of times in years past and remember being able to park next to the lake. I went there last weekend and I could not find a parking area, other than the one at Lake Skannanati. Did something change?it won't be open till the lake is. it used to be bigger, until too many dopes got stuck in the mud! ;)
BCSHANTY, your inbox is full. ;DAll cleared up thanks!
yes it was, and i shot your deer too! LOL! ;Dya gotta get hockey a air horn / alarm clock...pooley...dosn't cabelas sell a " hard to get out'a the crib " model... ;) ;D
I know the one parking lot on the lake was closed because it still had a red flag last week. The parking lot up by the circle is always open.
If we hit Highland this weekend, I'm bringing a stack of HOME-MADE DONUTS!!(That'll get them out there).
IceBalls
The red flag was up, but there was 10 inches of ice on Skannanati.
Ooo...Donuts! So, where's Highland.
I'm gonna be at the Crappie Derby still.....Holehawg, that tourney on Lower Woods Sunday....I met and fished with the guy Sat on Long Pond, he doesn't even have the permits necessary to fish it.....I do not believe that I will be there for Sunday....okie dokie buddy... i might be fishing the d fer wallys sat and sun topher...waiting fer my new auger blades from jiffy.... ::)
So is it just me or is Walton Lake the dead sea? I've fished there 3 days this winter and got zero flags and one 16" smallmouth jigging. I've tried all kinds of baits, all kinds of jigs, all depths and all FOWs. Whazzup wid dat?
ware did that fish come from?Out to the right of the DEC parking lot in about 30 FOW, 22' down
Hi everybody,
I'm new to the forum.
Just want to let you all know that Tiorati is finally open.
Fished it yesterday.
So is it just me or is Walton Lake the dead sea? I've fished there 3 days this winter and got zero flags and one 16" smallmouth jigging. I've tried all kinds of baits, all kinds of jigs, all depths and all FOWs. Whazzup wid dat?you have to pick the day with the highest chance of success, like the 3rd day of stable weather. ;)
so how did you do?
Hey SNYBSTer's Hauling snow when not plowing. Anything new?... Pooley's gathering still on? ???its still in the "r&d" stage... ;) ;D...soon we'll have to put the rubber to the road and set a date and place.... ;D
nice brown! looks like it is between 4 to 5lbs! Are they good eats? How do you cook trout that big? Also wondering how long can you keep fresh cleaned fish/fillets in the frigerator before worrying about it going bad? I had perch fillets four days in frig and decided to fry them and refrigerate because I was afraid the fillets would spoil after four days uncooked. I didn't want to freeze them cause I want to eat them after snow blowing for lunch ;D lolI use to work in a fish market down on Long Island........The rule of thumb.....at least for me was......3 days in fridge whole (unfilleted) up to 5 days in fridge filleted but they must be cooked/frozen by the 5th day. Another trick they use in alot of restaurants....and I also use myself........is to flour egg and breadcrumb the fillets and then freeze them on a tray or plate (do not overlap fillets). Then after they freeze you can ziploc bag them.....they wont get freezer burnt because they have a coating on the fillets......then you can just come home and throw in hot oil or butter and in 4-5 minutes it's done.....good luck and tight lines
I use to work in a fish market down on Long Island........The rule of thumb.....at least for me was......3 days in fridge whole (unfilleted) up to 5 days in fridge filleted but they must be cooked/frozen by the 5th day. Another trick they use in alot of restaurants....and I also use myself........is to flour egg and breadcrumb the fillets and then freeze them on a tray or plate (do not overlap fillets). Then after they freeze you can ziploc bag them.....they wont get freezer burnt because they have a coating on the fillets......then you can just come home and throw in hot oil or butter and in 4-5 minutes it's done.....good luck and tight linesHammer, the fish was still good after four days. Ate them all italianbreadcrumb quick= fried in a omellete pan with a little olive oil. Where do you have access on greenwood lk?
Doing good so far this year. Landed a bucket full of crappies and pickerel last weekend including the biggest crappie of my life measuring a little over 17" inches. I wanted to see if i could continue my luck at greenwood lake possibly sunday or monday. Does anyone know if greenwood is safe to fish right now? I live near swan lake and white lake...don't want to take the trip for nothing.check on the Greenwood thread in the ice fishing reports and conditions
found a couple toothy critters today.....pics are coming...pics are here.... ;D...all i can say is WOW...i'll let you tell the tale buddy.... ;) ;D..........(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/tophersmusky002.jpg)
pics are here.... ;D...all i can say is WOW...i'll let you tell the tale buddy.... ;) ;D..........(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/tophersmusky002.jpg)....................(http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/tophersmusky003.jpg)...................... ...................... (http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x308/holehawg/tophersmusky004.jpg).........congrats my friend..i enjoyed being there with ya fer this one...
was that caught in ny or pa?
trying to get one of those out of greenwood but no luck so far the last time i went outwith a little luck in a week or 3 we'll be down there too hunting fer some.... ;D
gotta love catch and release fishing..... ;) yes this fish was alive when released...the blood was from his chin from the gaff...only used a 7" hole 38" long
Joe, thanks for all the help, and I was glad you were there today
with a little luck in a week or 3 we'll be down there too hunting fer some.... ;Dwe are trying it saturday. i'll let everyone know what it's like.
we are trying it saturday. i'll let everyone know what it's like.
Here are a couple other pics from today.....in the first pic, see if you can figure out what's missing....lmao...pooley will figure it out... ;) ;D
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Here are a couple other pics from today.....in the first pic, see if you can figure out what's missing....
Beer? ;D::) ???
Went to greenwood today. Not much biting. Caught 1 perch jigging. There was about 40 tip-ups on the ice between everyone and no flags. I guess they just weren't biting today.ty for the kind reply, it is rare on this board so I noticed! Yeah, nobody was doing in harriman park last couple days.. I suspect a number of factors.. the perch are eating some weird bugs the few I yanked coughed them up.. but I doubt it was a hatch thing.. I think the snow on top might have lowered the light putting them down too. but my casio pathfinder fishing watch kinda told me it is something to do with the fish clock theory. I'm starting to believe this theory after trying so many different spots last two days. I had fish looking at my tandems with spikes and mealies..i tried all glow but it was tough out there. I 'm going to reserach this lunar stuff tonight.
Beer? ;Di can promise ya hockey..we'll never fish without it again... ;) ;D
congrats on the musky guys :thumbsup:it was all tophers ...i just stood there drooling with the gaff... ;) ;D
it was all tophers ...i just stood there drooling with the gaff... ;) ;Dglad topher caught it ;D
ty for the kind reply, it is rare on this board so I noticed! Yeah, nobody was doing in harriman park last couple days.. I suspect a number of factors.. the perch are eating some weird bugs the few I yanked coughed them up.. but I doubt it was a hatch thing.. I think the snow on top might have lowered the light putting them down too. but my casio pathfinder fishing watch kinda told me it is something to do with the fish clock theory. I'm starting to believe this theory after trying so many different spots last two days. I had fish looking at my tandems with spikes and mealies..i tried all glow but it was tough out there. I 'm going to reserach this lunar stuff tonight.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v676/billbo0/1-30-11lowerwoods1.jpg)NICE JOB CHRIS!!!!!!
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Here are a couple other pics from today.....in the first pic, see if you can figure out what's missing....no iceshanty flag!!! >:( :P
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...i just stood there drooling with the gaff... ;) ;D
nice fish .......Topher must had a nice fight on your hands. :clap: :clap: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
the fight lasted 22 minutes....what the heck, no IS flag! you too are lame! LOL! :callcops: :roflmao: :-*
a whole lot of rookies on this thread! good to see! you guys should put where you live in your profile, so we can help you more. ;);D ;D :tipup:
a whole lot of rookies on this thread! good to see! you guys should put where you live in your profile, so we can help you more so being a rookie on the site= rookie on the ice im from westchester,wheres youre honey holes. glad to be on this web and a rookie
a whole lot of rookies on this thread! good to see! you guys should put where you live in your profile, so we can help you more so being a rookie on the site= rookie on the ice im from westchester,wheres youre honey holes. glad to be on this web and a rookieEd where is you live? ;D Another thing, where is rgfitit and mtbusch? they get in a fist fight or something? lol
do you recomend 8 or10 inch auger
a 10" is overkill....I still use one though ;)still glad you caught that awesome fish. I took my first three white perch in that(harriman lk) finally !!! those things fight like bass! the hatch was a swedish and they were coughing up small sawbellies.
That little fish pic a couple pages back easily fit up through a 7" though.....it's a matter pf personal preference I guess...
Ed where is you live? ;D Another thing, where is rgfitit and mtbusch? they get in a fist fight or something? lolcentral west.
still glad you caught that awesome fish. I took my first three white perch in that(harriman lk) finally !!! those things fight like bass! the hatch was a swedish and they were coughing up small sawbellies.the yellows are full of eggs and feeding up lets get'em boys
still glad you caught that awesome fish. I took my first three white perch in that(harriman lk) finally !!! those things fight like bass! the hatch was a swedish and they were coughing up small sawbellies.only one lake in harriman with white perch! ;) they are great fighters!!
only one lake in harriman with white perch! ;) they are great fighters!!
White Perch, or White Bass ? ;)perch.
hows that strikemaster treating ya ??????????had the recoil problem, like all solo owners, and got a new one in 3 days! i love it! mike got the mag pro laser, with the 56cc motor. sweet!!
Hey guys. I really want to catch some perch. Where could I go in this area and have a decent chance?most of the harriman lakes have good populations of perch.
has anyone been on the ice thursday or friday in northwestern orange or sullivan counties? if so how has this stuff on the ice? has it weightend down at all? or did it freeze on top at all?
I was out on greenwood lake yesterday from 10 to 3. Getting across the ice is a pain bc it froze on top of the snow and at 190 lbs. I am just heavy enough to break through the top layer of ice on each step making walking a pain in the butt. Again there was about 30 tip-ups on the ice and no flags. Me and my wife out fished everyone out there when we caught two small perch jigging but that's it. Like "gosha" said the perch are coughing up small bugs but matching that hatch didn't help they just weren't biting yesterday. I have been doing better in some of the smaller lakes in the north poconos.
topher and i are gonna try tomorrow too....rained all day here... ::)
my cousin his gf and I caught these at my hometown lake todaynice haul there..... :thumbsup:
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my cousin his gf and I caught these at my hometown lake today
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I just went through the first level...what a hoot that game is...
can't get past level 2... http://www.snailsanimation.com/IcePond/IcePond_Ju.html (http://www.snailsanimation.com/IcePond/IcePond_Ju.html)took a while .but i won the tourny..fun
I fished glenmere on sun. 10 to 3 . I did manage to catch a few perch & pickerals
There was alot of slush & water on the ice, I hope it will freeze up by this coming weekend.
It was my first time on the lake . :) :)
Think that little Penguin looks like Joe???burpppppp...ya got sumthing against penguins drinking beer rog......burpppp.... ;) ;D
Think that little Penguin looks like Joe???
Has anyone ever tried to really fish for lakers at white lake?No...not really. :icefish:
ive fished there for lakers and browns through the ice....slowest place ive ever fished....get acouple perch here and there....any fish ive seen out of there has been under 21 inches too
just got 1000 colored maggots delivered. hockey12 didn't want any! ::) ;D
Looks more like Hockey12 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :roflmao: :roflmao:::)
just got 1000 colored maggots delivered. hockey12 didn't want any! ::) ;D
:cookoo:i will be catching fish with them!!!! :P
i will be catching fish with them!!!! :P
Three of us will be at HighLand this Sat to do a check before next weekend contest. Next Sat we will have 8 guy's in your group maybe we can set up a meeting place
Has anyone ever tried to really fish for lakers at white lake?
:cookoo:i hear their great dipped in hot butter and washed down with a cold brewski hockey... ;) ;D....
i hear their great dipped in hot butter and washed down with a cold brewski hockey... ;) ;D....
holehawg you going next weekend contest?yepper me and topher will be there...and we'll prob see ya this sat at highland....
yepper me and topher will be there...and we'll prob see ya this sat at highland....
Anybody been on Hessian Lake at all? Don't know if it is even open but I am from Stony Point and now live in Albany area so I was wondering. Took a couple rainbows and browns out the ice two years ago. tricky place though.only fished once, years ago, but it's open this year.
how the hell do you post pics up on this lolI'm making this a separate post so members can find it easier (updated 1-3-08)
thanks manI would have kepted that panfry ;D definitely cool though to let that breeder go unharmed. Obiously adk or private lk. nice show.. I did poorly today, only two crappie and a few other small pannie toss backs. I tried another lk too today and everybody I met wasn't doing much.
ok so today got a brookie and pickrl not to bad nce brookie though
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I would have kepted that panfry ;D definitely cool though to let that breeder go unharmed. Obiously adk or private lk. nice show.. I did poorly today, only two crappie and a few other small pannie toss backs. I tried another lk too today and everybody I met wasn't doing much.
Neither adk or private, Sylvan in dutchessI'll check it out ;) What I find pretty amazing, how that chargrew so big among all those toothy pickerel. I will look this lk up on DEC site. I might get out for a few hrs today in harriman, slow start this morning , yesterday was the beer day :P
I drove over yesterday to Beach Lake to fetch my ATV from the shop. Stopped by the Sand Beach bar and saw you guys out there in near white out conditions.
Things sure are not looking very promising for Saturday's contest with the weather reports for this week so far.
It would be nice to hear the conditions of Ice, slush and snow that you guys were in yesterday. I'm pretty sure the wheelrs will be a no go and the parking might also be at a premium unless they do a lot of plowing this week.
Any opinions?
fished cascade lake the other day. me and fishon22. nothing big but got a good variety. we caught 3 perch 2 crappie a dozen sunnies and a small pickerel all jigging. as we left we see this bright red sign saying no icefishing. i swear to it i never saw it when i walked in. looked brand new. so i guess time to find more spots. possibly trying glenmeare some time next week and then a Harrimen lake next. what harrimen lake would you recomed anyone.Lake Welch or Lake Tiorati
Highland gave up a load of dink perch today, counted close to 100....several pickerel, 1 crappie and 1 LM bass....conditions sucked big time...with the warm up coming this week....gonna be a pain out there next weekend.....HoleHawg, you still alive down there ??????????yepper ...just chilling...looking at next sat weather.... :'(....calling fer rain....
forcast now changed to sunny and warm now fer highland tourney....hey topher i've been thinking....that drilling alot of holes and hopping / going real lite thingy is sounding really good...
dunno... :-\... maybe cause it be really warm down here now...looks like a rain shower coming... ::) and i'v been thinking we get our 10 tip ups in...then we bore alot holes and i'll tend the taps while you find the slabs. ;) then we attack... :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: team work thingy...no sense jigging perch (everythings 5 inches there...) gotta catch picks and slabs to make the board....just my 2 cents...
It sounds to me the Harriman Lakes fish well...I've always wondered about them, but haven't got out there.it's worth the trip. ;)
It seems so. Maybe I can meet up with some of you out there too.i should be on tioroti tomorrow. if ya there i got a black taboggon and a folding chair. i wear white bibs and black jacket. look for me, i found a few spots hot jiggin action but i move alot. been alot of 9 inchers but a few nice ones too.
What is the starting time for highland on Saturday? Thank you in advance.
I think we need to figure out how to anchor the tip ups down to the ice so they don't float away ! I think if we get close enough to the humps.....a few slabs will be caught...it's a shame to have to set up in 2 almost different areas to catch big fish from both species......I will catch a 10" perch out of there Saturday....or maybe even bigger than that ;)water all over the ice on the pond by the house.... :-\.....
i should be on tioroti tomorrow. if ya there i got a black taboggon and a folding chair. i wear white bibs and black jacket. look for me, i found a few spots hot jiggin action but i move alot. been alot of 9 inchers but a few nice ones too.
king of the ice is feb. 20th.(this sunday) starts at 6am ends at 3pm. If you pre-register(before the 18th) its 12 dollars. its 15 dollars day of the contest. Hopefully this helps. seeya there.THANKS
king of the ice is feb. 20th.(this sunday) starts at 6am ends at 3pm. If you pre-register(before the 18th) its 12 dollars. its 15 dollars day of the contest. Hopefully this helps. seeya there.
How much is the fee?? Who's putting it on and where do we check in??
went to glenmere today with fishon22. got there 2 and didnt catch anything till 5. then it was nonstop. kept 3 perch through a good 25 + bluegills back. some gills were around 10 inches.
drove up there after i got out of teaching saw a bunch of people out there were you straight out from the parking lot or out across from the water filtration plant? and how much slush is on the lakewere u the person who was talkin to me. im 18. got there and was talkin in parking lot.
we are getting ready to go up to the hunting camp for the long weekend tomorrow highlands contest . We are going to stop & fish in the Pm . I will post how the ice is.
were u the person who was talkin to me. im 18. got there and was talkin in parking lot.
The way things are looking this morning....today will be the day that separates the men from the boys.... :flex: :cookoo:
Nice pooley! How much ice?about 16-17 inches. the park closed most of the lakes. welch and hession were still open.
about 16-17 inches. the park closed most of the lakes. welch and hession were still open.
What's the deal on the closures. Can't be an ice issue...can it?when they see water on the ice, or open water, they panic.
when they see water on the ice, or open water, they panic.
wow...that was some wind at highlandlake tourney today.... we caught a few but no winners...spent most of day chasing things sailing by.... ::)
What are the conditions like on White lake for the King of the Ice tomorrow? Will it be possible to use an atv?
she' collecting gear already!!! good girl! ;D
or just trying to stand still......without blowing over......I hurt....gonna be a long day tomorrow......
Cameryn really likes her new Bait Puck though.......
she' collecting gear already!!! good girl! ;DHey pooley! Been out on Greenwood lately?
Hey pooley! Been out on Greenwood lately?did not get out there this year.
Highland was fun today. Wind was wicked. Nice to meet some of the guys from this message board. Topher, that bait puck was rediculous. Damn near put a dozen medium bait fish in that thing.nice meeting ya buddy...perhaps we can con ya into joining us out fishing sometime... :thumbsup: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
going out fishing in the morning is anyone else braving the weather and going fishing?You know it! I'll fish in the snow...not so much 40+ winds.
going out fishing in the morning is anyone else braving the weather and going fishing?
going out fishing in the morning is anyone else braving the weather and going fishing?
Hi guys........lmao...dont laugh too hard... it happened to us too sat. at highland.....good to hear ya got out joe... :thumbsup:
I finally got on the ice again this weekend. The wife and I hit up the Long Eddy firemans tournament on Delaware lake. Very few fish. Actually saw a clam shell take off like a kite, which had us all laughing until we realized someone was inside it.
Hope all is well.
~Ec
Tell us a fish story Loudmouth879.
This may be a dumb question but what's a slime dart?
This may be a dumb question but what's a slime dart?It's a Chain Pickeral
Hey Holehawg, were you the three guys out on White lake for KOI on Sunday, fishing near the south end at the narrows just before the lake widens out?nope but we were at highland lake on sat...
Anyone up for a possible trip to Huntington this coming weekend?maybe sat...my sundays booked...
found this last week, sunk into the ice.what do you think it is,,how long is it,,hard to tell from pic
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anyone every fish round lake before just wondering about parking at the lakefishermen can park in the lot on lakes road. be careful! there are springs that keep parts of it open longer than the rest of the lake.
fishermen can park in the lot on lakes road. be careful! there are springs that keep parts of it open longer than the rest of the lake.
Thanks right now sitting on Walton praying for a brown only got 1 smallie so farfish the top 25 feet of water, over 50+ feet. ;)
lost one at the hole dead sticking :-\ came off the bottom in about 45 fow don't know how many more i missed lost a bunch of fish on the way up couldnt set the hook properly idkyou might need my 'lip ripper' for dead sticking. i'll send you pictures.
lost one at the hole dead sticking :-\ came off the bottom in about 45 fow don't know how many more i missed lost a bunch of fish on the way up couldnt set the hook properly idkIf your going to dead stick it do what I do and use circle hooks......they are self setting hooks......no need to set the hook just reel. I also use them on my tip-ups for everything from perch to Muskie and 90% of the time they get hooked right in the corner of the mouth. Good Luck and tight lines
lmao...dont laugh too hard... it happened to us too sat. at highland.....good to hear ya got out joe... :thumbsup:
Anyone up for a possible trip to Huntington this coming weekend?
Fished Otsego today with BC Shanty. Had a 30 + fish outing. Awesome day!Great day today on Otsego, Fished with jager61, bigjim223 and "the system", things were going great until the wife called, talked to her for about 10 seconds-then hooked into a decent fish-put the phone on my lap and stood up to fight the fish-forgetting that the phone was on my lap-it slipped off my lap and down the hole-things got better when I reached into the hole up to my elbow to come up empty and wet, when I stood back up-I realized I also lost the fish, so I sat back down and watched my phone sink 155 ft on the vex. I guess jager felt bad about me losing my phone-so he decided to crush his camera by sitting on it.so we lost a phone and a camera-but together we caught over 20 lakers and lost another 10-I'll take a day like that anytime............
Mike
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nice fish guys !
EC, I'm still in limbo about Huntington this weekend, It may be better next weekend.....I'm still trying to put stuff back together from last weekend's debacle...i may stay local this weekend....still trying to decide...
nice pics, ostego is beautiful country ..how thick was the ice up there bc? doubtful harriman will reopen after this rain.. yesterdays perch fry was awesome ;DIce was at least 10"
went to glenieda from 7am-1:30 not a flag....was there was 3 buddies each had 5 tip ups in all types of depths and FOW.....only action was jigging on bottom in 60 FOWHey Joe! how was the ice there? how about the shorelines?
marked fish at 60 FOW on bottom. came up to my bait but just never bit it
Anybody got plans for Huntington for this coming weekend??? How about that all-nighter???
we are looking to get out on Walton on saturday. anyone know how they ice is?
Anybody got plans for Huntington for this coming weekend??? How about that all-nighter???iceBalls I maybe up for a all-nighter . :) :)
Just checked weather report for the weekend..... Fri. & Sat. looks OK........... Sunday starts the serious rain. I'll be at Huntington Fri & Sat. (or Highland if that's the majority vote). Might spend Fri. night into Sat. on the ice if I can find the Crappies. Anyone else coming up???I can't make it on friday night due to I work in the city & dont get home till 6pm it would be very late
How are the Sullivan waters holding up?not bad at all...still over a ft of ice but watch yer shorelines and spring areas etc...around a inch or 2 of water on top...but we're getting rain and warm day time temps with aound 32 to 25 degrees in the evening... :-\
Whooaa.......... how did we wind up on page 5 !!!! Nobody been out fishin'?? I'm hearing the ice in Sullivan is going fast....edges are sketchy. Will have better report tomorrow....my buddy in Yulan is going to check out a couple of lakes. Been out twice down here for White Perch in tidal creeks....no luck so far, but gotta use up Fatheads from two weeks aago.hey let me know how the cod are doing out there dad might be able to do that 1.
Anybody got a good spot for ice-out Browns?? Heading out Tuesday for Cod from Montauk. New Season.....Here we go again !!!!
Whooaa.......... how did we wind up on page 5 !!!! Nobody been out fishin'?? I'm hearing the ice in Sullivan is going fast....edges are sketchy. Will have better report tomorrow....my buddy in Yulan is going to check out a couple of lakes. Been out twice down here for White Perch in tidal creeks....no luck so far, but gotta use up Fatheads from two weeks aago.forget it ice balls,,i checked lakes on sat ,,from hunt,white,highland, all the way down to newburgh,,its done,,tight lines on the cod,, tell john,stay off
Anybody got a good spot for ice-out Browns?? Heading out Tuesday for Cod from Montauk. New Season.....Here we go again !!!!
For everyone that I had the opportunity to fish with, and those of you that I missed, I have to say that this was one of the best years ice fishing that I have ever taken part of. Started out the first weekend in December up here in Pa, and finished last weekend in Pa as well. Fished 9 different lakes over those weekends, and learned a lot of new things along the way. Holehawg, I think that if we can, May would be good for the Big D, and maybe even a trip to Highland with the boat, and I hope we find a little more success than we did last year. As for the rest of you guys, stay safe, enjoy the summer, and I hope to see more of you next season.
I'll still be here for the duration, and researching new ideas of things to try for next season.....When you have only been doing this for the short number of years that I have, I have a lot of empty space to fill with knowledge...And I thank all of you that have helped me along the way ! you betcha buddy...we'll hit the d soon...
For everyone that I had the opportunity to fish with, and those of you that I missed, I have to say that this was one of the best years ice fishing that I have ever taken part of. Started out the first weekend in December up here in Pa, and finished last weekend in Pa as well. Fished 9 different lakes over those weekends, and learned a lot of new things along the way. Holehawg, I think that if we can, May would be good for the Big D, and maybe even a trip to Highland with the boat, and I hope we find a little more success than we did last year. As for the rest of you guys, stay safe, enjoy the summer, and I hope to see more of you next season.You've helped quite a few people yourself Chris! Thanks! wish I would have fished with you guys a few more times this year, but I caught the laker bug big time and had a great season-gonna try 1 more time this weekend. Anyway have a great spring/summer/fall and I'll see you guys next winter (hopefully in Dec. again..............
I'll still be here for the duration, and researching new ideas of things to try for next season.....When you have only been doing this for the short number of years that I have, I have a lot of empty space to fill with knowledge...And I thank all of you that have helped me along the way !
Hey guys,hey joe...lets try to float the d this spring .... ;D
I didn't get to fish much this season (only three times) but the times I did get out were a blast. It was really nice to meet you all, and I hope to see you guys again in the future. Holehawg thanks. Trout season opens soon, boder waters a little later. Summer months my wife and I are always on the river or on one of the smaller lakes (Crystal is calling me as soon as the ice is out). I'll be around. Hit me up.
~EC
Welcome back ladies and gentlemen ! As you may know, there is cold and snow ( we already have 2" by me ) on the way ! Please say a little Prayer for our buddy Holehawg, as he is having some pretty serious health issues that he is dealing with.....at the doctor today running a few tests.....Soon enough boys and girls....it will be time...
I would like to learn more about the tournament ..... where?
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will try iceballs hope to be on the ice with youse guys.....topher i put a reel on the rod that baby is sweet...thanks buddy :)
Skim ice all over, if the wind holds off for a few more nights we might start getting somewhere. I'm still holding out hope for x-mass day ice fishing.
Thanks Roy. it put more people together. i like it!
You guys are welcome. Now that my Brother-in-law lives down that way, I'll have to fish some of those resevoirs I see. ;D
Hey fellas!
Just sittin here going through my gear, hope all is well with everyone, looks like we have to wait a few more weeks.
hope to see you all soon.
Hey Chris! how is holehawg doing?
Kev
i liked you page.
im not sure big fish i haven't scouted any spots out im in college now in delhi,ny located in Delaware county n the pepacton reservoir and a lot of he lakes here has a little less then a half inch of ice but this weekend i want to start looking !!!WENT SCOUTING LAST NIGHT-NOTHING GOOD, MIGHT HAVE TO THROW SOME PANFISH IN THE POOL IF THIS KEEPS UP
My first outing last year was Dec. 16th, but its just to warm and rainy this year. Whenever it is I hope it is soon, I cant wait!! :icefish:
Pooley.....What's the deall with the lakes in Sterling Forest?? I was told (many years ago) that they were private and "off limits" to fishing. Has that changed?? Do we need any "special permission" to fish those lakes??Sterling Forest was a private, permit only area. in 1998, the state, along with some help from New Jersey bought most of it. it's Sterling Forest State Park now. same rules a Harriman for icefishing. just call Tiorati circle to see what is open. Sterling Lake, and Little Sterling lake are closed to icefishing and boats. too bad, because Big Sterling is DEEP! it holds lakers and browns.
we haven't done very well there in the past 5 years or so. it used to be better, but has dropped off lately. we can hit blue lake, but you can't use gas augers there.
Took a drive and checked some spots in Sullivan yesterday, its starting to freeze but no where near safe and were all small water. May be New Years?.? :(what lakes you go by??? was there any open water on which lakes if so???
i see alot of new thread for other regions in New York. that's great. we're on our 193 page! :o ;D
How about we get a group together this year to hit one of the really big lakes for a weekend trip ??? I'm sure we could get some local guys up there to take us out for a day or two. As a matter of fact, one guy already said he would be glad to show us the ropes anytime we want to come up ( I forget what lake). If we plan it now, it might actually happen !!! ????
Christmas and Hanukkah greetings to all my fellow SENY ice anglers. I will be more active on I.S. this year. I crashed my computer last December had other bills,etc. to take care of before worrying about a new computer. Thanks to my family I now have a new computer (Christmas present) . Once I get it set up I will be on line on a regular basis. I'm using a relative's system today.
A good 2012 ice season to every one. Flag up
Steve
boss jigs what pond cause i live in goshen?Merry Christmas fellas!
Christmas and Hanukkah greetings to all my fellow SENY ice anglers. I will be more active on I.S. this year. I crashed my computer last December had other bills,etc. to take care of before worrying about a new computer. Thanks to my family I now have a new computer (Christmas present) . Once I get it set up I will be on line on a regular basis. I'm using a relative's system today.
A good 2012 ice season to every one. Flag up
Steve
boss jigs what pond cause i live in goshen?theres 2 small farm ponds close to me. where in goshen you at? pm me...
Merry Christmas fellas!
Seen plenty of ice today-unfortunetly it was all in my jack and coke!!!!!!!!
Merry Christmas fellas!
Seen plenty of ice today-unfotunetaly it was all in my jack and coke!!!!!!!!
Welcome and congrats on your new auger!!!! :clap:Welcome aboard John!
Hello. New guy from Orange County who is also addicted to ice fishing. Been lurking for a while and decided to join in on the fun. Santa got me my first gas auger, a Strikemaster Mag 2000. C'mon Ice.
Drove around a little today and it looks like Santa brought a decent crust of ice to some of the higher elevation ponds and lakes. If all goes well the smaller water could be ready in 2 weeks or so.
what recomended down westchester county for big lake trout, brown, rainbows, or land locked salmon?
Hello. New guy from Orange County who is also addicted to ice fishing. Been lurking for a while and decided to join in on the fun. Santa got me my first gas auger, a Strikemaster Mag 2000. C'mon Ice.
Thinking of buying a Marcum troller or showdown, maybe a flasher thinking the lx 3...being that I fish with a handful of you I would appreciate any input you guys would have...thanks
Thinking of buying a Marcum troller or showdown, maybe a flasher thinking the lx 3...being that I fish with a handful of you I would appreciate any input you guys would have...thanksi have a vx-1 pro, so you should try it. i like the troller and showdown, but have never seen one in operation.
Thanx for the welcome. Once we get some ice in Orange county I will be on Glenmere, Greenwoodlake and local ponds if anyone wants to hookup. Also, I take a couple of trips upstate to St. lawrence and Onieda. Also want to try Schroon this year.
Question for anyone that knows about the mag 2000. Where is the darn primer bulb? Can't sem to locate it.
Thinking of buying a Marcum troller or showdown, maybe a flasher thinking the lx 3...being that I fish with a handful of you I would appreciate any input you guys would have...thanks
Re: Strikemaster Mag 2000......As far as I know, there is no "primer bulb" on the motor. If you feel you need to prime it, just depress the throttle a few times before pulling the starter cord. Don't forget to Push the Yellow button "In" before pulling the cord, and EVERY TIME YOU PULL THE STARTER CORD!!! ALSO, USE THE yELLOW BUTTON TO STOP THE MOTOR.....DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR OFF WITH THE TOGGLE SWITCH. All of this information is in the Strikemaster owners manual....read it carefully before you start your auger.
eeehhh. Another warm night in sullivan. 40 degrees and raining.
where did you get it ? or did you order it ...I went to gander mountain & they didn't have the lx-3.... :tipup: :tipup:I ordered it, had gift cards from Christmas, should get it next week ordered it through a local store here in Rockland.
EASY NOW BC, Patience, Patience...........we'll get there !!!! LOLHey Rodger!
Any time you guys want, you can join me down here on L.I.......we're catching: Herring (off the piers), Cod, Ling, Blackfish, Sea Bass......all you want !!!the cod & blackfish sound good ...
I can't stand it ------- I need ICE !!!
Any time you guys want, you can join me down here on L.I.......we're catching: Herring (off the piers), Cod, Ling, Blackfish, Sea Bass......all you want !!!i thought blackfish was closed now
I can't stand it ------- I need ICE !!!
ice balls, i havent fished li, in 10 yrs,its too costy to travel therei use to fish captree a lot for fruck and i use to clam ther, i miss them days yes i am setting hear wating for ice ,happy new yr evert one be safe
Two wks at least.I agree at least 2 weeks......
does anyone think the skim ice will last through this weekend?
most of the lakes up my way will be ready next weekend.......Stood on 4" tonight 25 feet from shore....50 feet farther out 3"......I will be on this weekend !!!!! :tipup:
im from nyc and i wana try to get out mind sharing where thiers ice? for the sake of starting my season?
i my self mite look arond for some ice tomarrow in the back bays let yous knowI think it will be a go this weekend but probably not all frozen in the middle..what you see Dog ???
ok good most nights its going to!!!! i hope ur right i at least want to go out twice before i have to go back to college on the 23 !!
i put this on the ny thread but i guess i will put it here to. Regulation Change: As of August 17, 2011, the number of allowable lines, with or without a rod, that may be used for angling in freshwater was increased to 3 lines. Where ice fishing is permitted, 3 hand lines plus 5 tip-ups may be usedReally? I'm gonna check my reg book. Didn't even bother to check that this year!
i put this on the ny thread but i guess i will put it here to. Regulation Change: As of August 17, 2011, the number of allowable lines, with or without a rod, that may be used for angling in freshwater was increased to 3 lines. Where ice fishing is permitted, 3 hand lines plus 5 tip-ups may be used
5 new tip ups..check, New Marcum lx3...check, new jigging pole...check, new jigs..check, new bibs and boots...check, ice....not so much
Not sure if it will last with this warm weather but Morgan Lake has 1 inch of ice.
hey big joe, from the O.C. eh, do you ever fish any of those ponds in the stewart forest / mta lands? looks good from google earth imaging.jiignut welcome aboard, couldn't help notice you are a newbie on IS .. this is cool.. enjoy this thread! btw i sent you a pm.. ;) be safe out there
Hey everyone, I am new to the site and thread and have read a couple of comments about Morningside lake up here in Sullivan county. I drove by there today and seen about 10 to 15 fisherman spread out over the lake. I didn't check the ice but am assuming by the numbers the ice is finally here.
great job topher looks like you and holehawg had a great day !
BIG BLUE!!!!!
BIG BLUE!!!!!
BIG BLUE!!!!!Sounds like a lot of fickle fans out there! You can't spell ELITE without ELI!! Go GMEN!
thanks for the info moose...get to see walton or round lake?Just rode past Walton and Round. Walton is wide open and Round is skimmed over with some open spots
Yes I have not seen Holehawg on here what's up? No PC?
If we get ice I'll be up there at are hunting camp. This no ice is bad!!!!!!!!!!!!,,WHAT HUNTING CAMP ARE YA AT
it was nice to catch up.......how the Beach looking, ready to fish ?
from a boat maybe :(
ok pooley do u think its still worth it what should i use as baitfrom the DEC launch site use spoons to reach out. also, across from Bocci's
moose do u think glenmere will be open this weekend cause i have a feeling the crappies are right along shore like in the spring?Tough to say its freezing up nice but these next 3 warm days could screw us
That's still not a bad thing.... ;)
does anybody here ice fish winding hills park in Montgomery i would think the smaller lake has some descent ice on it what do u guys think?Was real thin yesterday
that's a good sign....have to see what the upcoming weather does to it....
Are You, HoleHawg and Pooley getting together this season? maybe you can let me know and I can make it to the super secret undisclosed location.....
as soon as we know, You will know ;)most definitely this year guys!!!
has anyone ever fished silver lake in middletownSilverlake is private. The condo association will call the police on you.
most definitely this year guys!!!
How about Huntington when it gets safe ice, or maybe the Highland derby....???
might gp ice fishing tomorrow boys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D depends how the weather is but don't worry i will b standing off a dock lolwhat, me worry? i'll be standing off the dock too. on the ice. rain stopped nice afternoon for icing some perch. they should be chewing well. just an observation. for the past week the fish are there, but very hesitant to bite. so i was going smaller and smaller with less aggression. i finally just yesterday loaded up 5/6 maggots, set the rod down, deadstickin. seeing on the flasher they would move right up to the jig, marks would merge and nothing. if holding rod in hand at that point i would start a slow lift trying for them to follow and nothing but run away. but deadsticken, resisting to pick it up i watched and had nothing to lose. as long as 10 second would pass with flasher marks merged then drag goes a rippen. aww, patience grasshopper.
when is the Highland derby?
probably the same weekend you guys do the Daytona party....I'll find out and let you know ;)figures! LOL!
According to local people, nothing in Sullivan County is safe at the moment. It would be a good idea to check out Clinton Corners.....great Trout fishing at first ice up there. Unfortunately, I don't know anyone from that area.
pooley, topher, and anyone interested
The Highland lake derby run by the Mahogany Ridge Fishing club will be held out of Sand Beach February 18th, 7 AM to 2 PM. Adults $20. Children $10. Includes Lunch, soda, hot chocolate and 1 dozen baitfish! See you there!
Because of the leap year, you also may want to check out the Hurleyville Fire Dept & the Town of Fallsburgh Youth Commission's 24th annual Ice fishing contest at Morningside lake on February 11th, 7 AM to 3 PM. Adults $5.... Kids 15 and under free! Everyone is invited back to the firehouse after the event for a feast like you read about!! These 2 events center the attention on getting the kids involved! It's rare when these derbies are held on different weekends due to the leap year! trophies, prizes, and raffles make this one worth while, not to mention the feast! Hope to see you guys there!! Tightlines ;D
thanks ! see that Pooley, not the same weekend !!!!!that's good news! we will be there!!
I will let Joe know as well....
that's good news! we will be there!!hello pooley and the gang...joe {holehawg} saw and will be there unless doc wants to cut my heart out then then but i think im clear till march ;)...was out on topher lake in pa sun froze my butt off one pick off 3 flags about 4 inches of ice on a lake near elk mountain...thats all the info i'll give.... ;) ;D may allyer flags be sprung :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: hole hawg out
hello pooley and the gang...joe {holehawg} saw and will be there unless doc wants to cut my heart out then then but i think im clear till march ;)...was out on topher lake in pa sun froze my butt off one pick off 3 flags about 4 inches of ice on a lake near elk mountain...thats all the info i'll give.... ;) ;D may allyer flags be sprung :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: hole hawg outgood to see your mug here Joe! hope to see you guys soon.
has any one ever heard of or fished hill lake in florida,ny?
that might be in the florida ny near albany... the only lake in florida is glenmereno its flordia ny i saw it on google earth!
hello pooley and the gang...joe {holehawg} saw and will be there unless doc wants to cut my heart out then then but i think im clear till march ;)...was out on topher lake in pa sun froze my butt off one pick off 3 flags about 4 inches of ice on a lake near elk mountain...thats all the info i'll give.... ;) ;D may allyer flags be sprung :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: hole hawg outGood to here from you Joe... I have to look up my own music now to post on FB. ;) Where ya been since Oct. ?
that might be in the florida ny near albany... the only lake in florida is glenmere
there is no hill lake in the town of florida near albanythe town of florida in ORANGE COUNTY?????????????????
But i did find the Hill Lake that you are talking about and it's in Warwick not Florida but on google earth it looks private heres the pic to make sure its the same one...yes that is it on this website its says Florida,ny :http://www.hookandbullet.com/fishing-hill-lake-florida-ny/ i wish it was open to the public!
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you could go to one of the houses and ask permission or just fish it cause its easier to ask for forgiveness than permission ;Dyeah i might do that hopefully there nice lol
How about orange lake? I have a buddy that his parents just bought a house with lake rights, except he's to dam lazy to go over and check the ice for me, he lives 15 mins from the lake, I live an hr. Any reports would be helpful!Hey Kyle!
Good to here from you Joe... I have to look up my own music now to post on FB. ;) Where ya been since Oct. ?in and out of hospitals....they have probed me pretty good...maybe they should use a vex to see my heart valve lol, how you been jimmy alls well i hope ?
i fished hi land lake today 4to 5 ins of ice, but there was open water in to spots that froze over agen mite be thin ice there, small perch only.
you mean Highland Lake ?yeah topher i talked to moondog on the phone last night. he was at highland.
Think I'm gonna make a Huntington run tomorrow, any body got an ice report?
ok boy and girls the ice is on!!!! just got home from looking at the 1 lake i fish and drilled over about 2-300 yards all ice is 4 1/2 - 5 inches. i saw 1 set of sled tracks but the boat launch but it went to the left, i went to the right out to the main lake area and dont see anything but virgin ice!!!! ill be there tomorrow sun up till sunset.... keep your fingers crossed. if they where they usually are at first ice then ill be ok but if they moved to the winter feeding grounds, then ill be in heaven!!!!!
Hello....New to the site.. Saw a bunch of you guys are in the same area as me..I will be heading up to our cabin in Yulan NY this weekend. Going to check the ice on a couple of the lakes by me. They should be good to go I hope...Been itching to get out..let you know what i find..welcom to the site,im the next town over,pm me
Hello....New to the site.. Saw a bunch of you guys are in the same area as me..I will be heading up to our cabin in Yulan NY this weekend. Going to check the ice on a couple of the lakes by me. They should be good to go I hope...Been itching to get out..let you know what i find..
Thanks for the Huntington report Semperfi...I chickened out today due to the high winds.i hear that,i could not even stand uprite on the lake
in and out of hospitals....they have probed me pretty good...maybe they should use a vex to see my heart valve lol, how you been jimmy alls well i hope ?I have been as bad as I could be, and still have Mrs. Jimmy Claude allow me to come back in the house.... ;)
can you fish sebago lake ? does it have ice?
prob checking all my local lakes/ponds (warwick area)after school, if i have no chores :(. i have a lil secret one i think is goona be good to go (fingers crossed).will most likely check glenmeare and since i am driving to monroe ill quickly look at walton and round. not sure how many i will get to might have to split up the lakes and check some before work in the morning.ok let me now how glenmere is went a few days ago saw someone drilled a few holes to c how thick the ice is it looks like its getting there but isn't going to last next week is going to b 55 degrees so let me know how thick the ice is
Would that be the Calamari that has a house in Yulan? If it is ..small world.. We have a house on the same road..Was gonna take a ride up this morning didnt go cause of the snow..Going up this Fri..Hope this weeks weather doesnt screw everything up!
glad to hear huntingtons safe....ill be out there bright and early tomorrowmight see you out there joe
fished 1/2 day after the storm, tip-ups got me 6 or 7 and jigging was ok. had fun and kept a good meal or 2....
I fished Glenmere tonight for an hour and a half - two small pickerels :tipup: and two nice crappies.how was the ice
First time on ice this year - happy!!! ;D
how was the ice
Boss Jigs what lake are you fishing?ok guys i will say once in public where i fish, if you want to know about where in future pm me .....
ok guys i will say once in public where i fish, if you want to know about where in future pm me .....
lake superior
I can't believe your giving away your secret spot. Now your gonna be overrun!!!i was today!!!! some guy i told to fish the otherside of me, better action then the deeper side that he was on, sets his tip-ups through the middle of my set!
Any info on ice conditions for Sullivan county, Highland Lake area would be appreciated. Lou.
i'm looking to go to Huntington tomorrow, but would like to know what the lakes look like after all this ' wonderful' weather we are having. LOL!
has anyone ever fished rockland lake? winter or summeryes, i have fished it. big tiger muskies in there, with plenty of bass.
How thick was the ice at Hunt today? must of been breezy but nice ;Dabout 5-6 inches. nice day out there. we met semperfi there.
got these at Huntington today. sorry topher, i forgot to bring you number.
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got these at Huntington today. sorry topher, i forgot to bring you number.Must have missed you guys by about an hour, was in the area for work and came by to say hello (hate to be on the ice without a fishing rod in hand) nice job with crappies pooley
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Must have missed you guys by about an hour, was in the area for work and came by to say hello (hate to be on the ice without a fishing rod in hand) nice job with crappies pooleysorry we missed you! we had a new guy from the thread there. if they ice holds, we will do a gathering there.
sorry we missed you! we had a new guy from the thread there. if they ice holds, we will do a gathering there.Going back up to the asks next week, but will def. make the gathering
sorry we missed you! we had a new guy from the thread there. if they ice holds, we will do a gathering there.Glad you guys are seeing some action.... still looking at the 18th if no snow storm and we still have ice. My lakes tourney is the weekend before.
got these at Huntington today. sorry topher, i forgot to bring you number.
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got these at Huntington today. sorry topher, i forgot to bring you number.nice catch pooley...you was in my back yard and didnt give me a ring lol... ;D
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yea, nights in the 20's are no good for ice. stay home. ::)lmbo ..... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
lmbo ..... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;Dx2
x2and i thought i was "thick head german " ;) ;D flag !!!!!!! :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
and i thought i was "thick head german " ;) ;D flag !!!!!!! :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:Nein Ihr nicht das einzige dicke köpfige Deutsch,
Nein Ihr nicht das einzige dicke köpfige Deutsch,lmbo...hang on...looking fer my german roseatta stone german fer dumkaufs ;) ;D
i dont think there will be any SAFE ice come the end of the week. i was on superior the other night and the holes were NOT freezing and the thickness is down about 1 inch in 2 days! only about 4-4 1/2 inches on the lake! today and tomorrow should be good but after wens rain it will take a week of cold to be safe if the rain lasts for any time....depends on weather of course but im hearing 5 to 7 inches on some lakes around here this past weekend...so maybe it will be okay for the weekend ... :-\
there was 5-5 1/2 last week but it has thinned! i am going to try tomorrow and ill let you all know what the ice is then.you need a photobucket account to post pics. set it up, and i'll talk you through it. it's easy.
you need a photobucket account to post pics. set it up, and i'll talk you through it. it's easy.ok i got a account but lol i dont know much... HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL THANKS POOLEY
ok i got a account but lol i dont know much... HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL THANKS POOLEYupload pictures to photobucket.
ok how i make them smaller lolyou click on the picture in photobucket, and resize them there. nice fish!
Was plenty of ice last few days was 8 inches easy on sb. should have no problem getting out on foot this weekend at huntington ..looked solid 7am but wasn't impressed and I was pretty fished out from the two days before. ;Dnot for nothing but,,looking solid ,and being solid are 2 differant things,i was on hut wed,,maybe 5in and going south,,checked it at 5pm Thurs,,edges all broke up,might use a plank to get on,but did not look good to me,maybe with the next couple of nights in the teens will lock it back up,,if you did not check the ice personally,,you really shouldn't say,,not this year,,,hope somebody didn't go out at odarkthirty this am,,not being rude,,safety first
not for nothing but,,looking solid ,and being solid are 2 differant things,i was on hut wed,,maybe 5in and going south,,checked it at 5pm Thurs,,edges all broke up,might use a plank to get on,but did not look good to me,maybe with the next couple of nights in the teens will lock it back up,,if you did not check the ice personally,,you really shouldn't say,,not this year,,,hope somebody didn't go out at odarkthirty this am,,not being rude,,safety firstwell said semperfi. with these temps DO NOT tell anyone what you "THINK" the ice will be like! the 1st hot day I was on the ice till sunset and the top 2 inches of 6 total inches of ice was breaking away as i walked in. it has not gotten below freezing to re-freeze from the 1st day. then it got HOTTER yet on the next day!!! DONT GO TILL YOU CAN SEE, AND BE SEEN, IN CASE OF PROBLEMS....
Forget it Joe. Glenmere is open water.ok thanks i went today the fish r going crazy there caught some pickerel but they spit the hooks out saw schools of crappies along the shore and bass jumping everywhere i cant wait till striped bass season its gonna b great!!!
The hudson striper run will start Mid March if we make it through the winter with little snow.
that goes for orange county too....went by walton and round and nice ice to be foundhow thick is the ice
Big Blue!!!!!!!!!!!!blah...blah.. ;) just wait"ll til next year... real niners might show up ... ;)
Nice fish! Is that a 350x atc I see in the background of that last pic?250cc i believe. the other is a big red 250
Nice fish! Is that a 350x atc I see in the background of that last pic?yes it is a 350x 1987 and a 85 big red
boss jigs and my self fished superior to day got some perch cappie and gills,but the ice is getting thinner,2 to 4 ins ,we need colder nights, i see highland lake has to big open areas of waterhad a good trip moon_dog. i just wish the bite was on. the fish were comming and staring but most didnt even bite. i think BECAUSE THE ICE IS SO THIN AND CLEAR THE FISH WERE FEEDING ALL NIGHT HARDCORE ON THE PLANKTON AND WERE NOT HUNGERY MUCH AT ALL. i heard most of the other people on the lake were saying they had fish coming in but none were biting....
OK YO, what did Pooley do to the sled?Pooley sled couldnt quiet hold up to being pulled by a 350x, neither could Brians,the one with the back tore off lol
had a good trip moon_dog. i just wish the bite was on. the fish were comming and staring but most didnt even bite. i think BECAUSE THE ICE IS SO THIN AND CLEAR THE FISH WERE FEEDING ALL NIGHT HARDCORE ON THE PLANKTON AND WERE NOT HUNGERY MUCH AT ALL. i heard most of the other people on the lake were saying they had fish coming in but none were biting....boss jigs , the same thing happened to us too, not much at all on jigs and the tipups were worse superbowl weekend. Hoping no big warm and we have better freeze for the rest of February.
Pooley sled couldnt quiet hold up to being pulled by a 350x, neither could Brians,the one with the back tore off lollmbo....image if it my kawasuckee was pulling it.... ;) ;D i thought i saw yo"s head in one of them pics...was frankie mikey hockey and the usual suspects in atendence ? ;D and the big red seems to be in nice shape....if the owner ever wants to sell i know someone who wudd like to add one to his collection ;D
lmbo....image if it my kawasuckee was pulling it.... ;) ;D i thought i saw yo"s head in one of them pics...was frankie mikey hockey and the usual suspects in atendence ? ;D and the big red seems to be in nice shape....if the owner ever wants to sell i know someone who wudd like to add one to his collection ;DYO's brother Jason and myself are not in the pic here.
YO's brother Jason and myself are not in the pic here.great pic pooley... i miss fishing with that crew.....been along time since iv heard some of youse guys great storys ;D ;D ;D hopefully next year i"ll be in better shape and have the time to travelto youse guys.. :-\
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lmbo....image if it my kawasuckee was pulling it.... ;) ;D i thought i saw yo"s head in one of them pics...was frankie mikey hockey and the usual suspects in atendence ? ;D and the big red seems to be in nice shape....if the owner ever wants to sell i know someone who wudd like to add one to his collection ;DHey Joe,good to hear from ya, yeah thats my head, bald bright and shiney lol, its my 85 big red, got it new, 1900.00 I think I paid,its in good shape for a 85,I take gtood care of it, all in all its in good shape, wouldnt sell it for the world.
ok heres the scoop on the ice.... today there was 3 1/2-4 inches. was cracking all day!!! but i also had to skim the holes all day!!! so it is adding a little. this weekend it is to be colder in sullivan. below freezing all weekend... travel light and dont stomp your feet or run, also dont sit too close with other people at least 10 feet away and the ice will be good. there was about 15 people on the ice today. a few groups and they went not that far apart.
but the shores are a lil softer.
i had a good day. alot of dink, but hard action. i let go 20-30 and kept 13.
the bite is very soft use spring bobbers. as for bait, the smaller the better. i get mine in rock hill at "Sports Nutz". they moved, as you get off the highway make a LEFT and go almost to the end of the road. brown building on the left. 9-5
sports nuts
rock hill, ny 12775
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flathead are $2 a doz. and i was getting 2-3 fish on most minnowswith thin circle hooks, you dont need to set the hook with them!!! just go hand ove hand as if theres no fish, the circle hooks set themselves. also use 1 of the SMALLEST splitshot you can find! alot of flags are only taking it 4-8 inches and dropping it but still alot are holding it too!!!! i use "polar" tip-ups, one of the best things to do is before you move it UNWIND A FEW FEET OF LINE! if the fish feel ANYTHING they drop it! set tip-ups FAR apart . the fish are not really "schooled" but they are moving around looking for a good meal. check your tip-ups every 30-45 mins. i often didnt have bait on! also the fish see the bait as it goes up and drops back down. i got a few before i could even set the tip-up back into the hole.
there was about 15 - 20 people on the ice today and it held with no problems. again the holes were freezing ALL day. so it is making a little ice.
TIGHT LINES! just remember the ice is thin but safe, dont jump around, walk soft by tip-ups too, fish sometimes were dropping it as i got close to the hole...
Doug & I are on the back cove on highland by the fire house. Ice is not great but we are on 3 1/2 to 4 1/2.
;DI'm drivin up tomorow to check DeVenoge which is the first lake east of Highland 9am. I'll be at the beach, if anyone is interested. Join me. Lou.private lake
topher7694no state access on highland,,its all private
This is ALOT of open water you can not fish the side we go on. We could only get on by the fire house. Then some guy came out with the cop's at 4:30PM & said we can't fish there because we walked on some guy he watches land. The cop was cool but from what I have been told it is a state access but who knows. I think this will be the last weekend. But who knows
Reeleminsorry shawn,,i am a local up here and used to own a house on the lake,,it is ,,without a doubt,not state,all the property lines go to the center of the lake for each home,,i should know,,i am also a local realtor,,we have been dealing with tresspassers for years,,they have never won,,unless you have permission to go across somebodies PRIVATE PROPERTY,,just stay off
It is a state lake. If you like I can show you the link on the NY DEC web site. The cop even said it's a state lake & no I was not trespassing & no tickets.
I fished Superior this afternoon for about 2hrshopefully it will thicken in a few days , suppose get subtemps tonight and next few evenings . I imagine not many got on Superior this winter and there could be some nice ones waiting .
I ended up with 6 keeper perch & 1 fat gill....
The ice was 4" thick the shore was soft ..... :icefish: :icefish:
I won't be able to ice fish until maybe sometime during this week. Has anybody ever fished mongaup falls reservoir through the ice? Not even sure if it is open to ice fishing.closed to ice fishin
closed to ice fishinThought so, I bet that would offer enormous icefishing opportunity.
Thought so, I bet that would offer enormous icefishing opportunity.hit it as soon as the ice is off,,you will see your enormous opportunity
here is the list of state lakes for sullivan county,,straight from the dec web site,,,Crystal Lake (Fremont) (202 KB pdf file)JUST TO CLARIFY A LITTLE MORE,,,,The New York State Lake Contour Map Series provides information on depth contours, water surface area, mean depth and available fish species for selected state waters. Maps are to be used as a fishing aid only and are not intended for navigation. Public access may not be available to all waters. For additional information on available public access, or other specific details concerning these waters, contact the DEC Regional Fisheries Office covering the county the water is located in.
Highland Lake (Highland) (204 KB pdf file)
Lake Anawanda (Fremont) (187 KB pdf file)
Lake Huntington (Cochecton) (183 KB pdf file)
Lake Superior (Bethel) (176 KB pdf file)
Long Pond (Neversink) (161 KB pdf file)
Mastens Lake (Mamakating) (187 KB pdf file)
Mongaup Falls Reservoir (Forestburg) (189 KB pdf file)
Mongaup Pond (Rockland) (183 KB pdf file)
Morningside Lake (Fallsburg) (176 KB pdf file)
Neversink Reservoir (Neversink) (270 KB pdf file)
Rio Reservoir (Multiple Towns) (169 KB pdf file)
Shandelee Lake (Callicoon) (179 KB pdf file)
Swinging Bridge Reservoir (Thompson) (198 KB pdf file)
Toronto Reservoir (Bethel) (237 KB pdf file)
Waneta Lake (Rockland) (210 KB pdf file)
White Lake (Bethel) (191 KB pdf file)
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This is ALOT of open water you can not fish the side we go on. We could only get on by the fire house. Then some guy came out with the cop's at 4:30PM & said we can't fish there because we walked on some guy he watches land. The cop was cool but from what I have been told it is a state access but who knows. I think this will be the last weekend. But who knows
is their anyone that has fished white lake , how thick is the ice? thank you
[/quote Moondog, accu weather shows single digits and sub teens and next few days you won't need to worry about finding safe ice on white lk. huntington /swb or any of the other lks mentioned here.
I fish Mongaup Falls alot, they won't open the gate to the boat launch until April 1st. Lots of Perch and Crappie. I have a Crawdad that is registered but think it only needs to be registered if you stick a gas motor on it. Not 100% sure though.any motor on a watercraft requires a registration with the state, electric or gas. kyacks, canoes, even inflatables.
FYI Shawn...Masten is private too. Not sure what's up with the state site.
been looking at the weather, plan on fishing monday at white lake, i live in sparrow Bush ,it went down too 12 last night,yes it did ;D I was out at night on 5 to 6 inches on swb last Superbowl weekend, the holes start freezing over after sundown that day it was balmy sunny weather high in the 40s.. but after dark the ice expands (freezes) scarey standing on it with all those pessure cracks running all around lol, startling experience when a big one rips between your feet.. no my cup of tea, even though it is a good sign the ice is freezing, i don't trust cracking outthere in the dark. Anyway, nights like last night can add on anywhere from a half to one and a half to the existing ice. I seen this using my spud the following morning on my drilled holes the previous day. Plenty of ice this week.
Based on the weather predictions this week we should have night temps in the teens and 20s through Wednesday but this might not be enough to lock up all the open waters in places like Huntington, Highland and White lakes. I have serious fears that a few rescues will happen given the conditions we have had this year so be careful out there. My brother is one of the fire commissioners for Sullivan and they are on standby expecting trouble.No doubt about it.. I myself never feel as comfortable when daily temperatures are constantly breaching above the 30s 40s and especially 50 degrees during most of this February. Just because you have 3 to 4 inches of ice does not make it safe..I do not even feel safe walking on 5" ice when daily temps go from sub temps at night only to be followed by 40s during the day. I wear safety and also check the ice thickness and stay off anything under 5" have a happy and safe ice fishing should any is member get out this week! Gamalot, I'll phone you if anything is happening.
very good point Gamalot... the ice is thin, and bubblie too! it holds weight but if its a group of guys sitting close it IS NOT SAFE!!!! fish apart and fish another day.....
Roger,
How is John's lake doing it might have open water to or did. I'll be up there from Friday to Monday so I'll try calling you on Friday PM before I come up at John's to see if you found any good ice.
Shawn
Roger, I will be on a lake in PA in Saturday now, with the derby being cancelled----still may be able to do Huntington Sunday though......have to see what everyone else thinks though...
It has been cold as a witches nose the past two nights but that might give us false hope. Be cautious near shore and stay away from where the open water was on Highland.I'll call you sometime in the am on my way up Gamalot
I dropped you an email Privateeyes.
Chris; I'm going to try to call Sand Beach Bar to see if we can access Highland off their property. If it's solid ove there, no reason we can't fish & party Sat. & Sun. Huntingto is also a possibility, but won't know until Thursday night. Call John's number (see my post) so we can talk after I have a chance to check things out.
Rodger
could anyone tell me if there's ice on round lake or walton lake in monroe ny or on glenmere lake in Florida ny
awaiting Iceballs report from Sullivan county for this weekend.....anyone up for Sunday ?no ice is safe in sullivan!
Last report I had from guy's at the hunting camp was on Monday there was 4 1/2 5 to with open water on most Sullivan county lakes but wait for the report from John on Friday
All the lakes in Monroe are completely open. Bring your boat!ok thanks might go this weekend!
HEY SHAWN REPORT IS IN: NO SAFE ICE!!! WAS ON 4 INCHES 2 DAYS AGO AND HAD TO GET OFF BECAUSE IT WAS CRACKING UNDER FOOT ON EVERY STEP.
Boss Jigs.....Johnny saw three groups of fishermen out on Superior on Monday...said the ice looked pretty solid, even at shorerodger,
John
Been swimming once......don't care to repeat it!!! You know I'll be careful....going to check the ice tomorrow by drilling holes out to where I expect to fish....6" of ice or I DON'T GO !!!
Rodger, let me know if you find 5"...I'll fish down to 4" if possible ;)
OK....I was brave when I was your age too....LOL
as reported from Huntington from Holehawg "We can cross off Lake Huntington...shoreline s are weak and gone from edge to 3-4 feet "Are you going to call John tomorrow? he can give us the last report
so Now What ? ???
Are you going to call John tomorrow? he can give us the last report
You mean Lake Superior next to Black lake off Rt 55
going tommorow to mointicello some chances to get ice on white lake or superior. or which lake the fishing is p[ossiblethere is NO SAFE ICE in sullivan....
yes there is in my ice box
Well, I see we're down to Page 3 already.....nobody wants to say those "fateful" words..... "IT'S ALL OVER FOR US BOYS!!!" At least this post will get us back up to a respectable position on the NY board! Was going to trek up to Schroon Lk. tomorrow and stay for the Sunday IS gathering but my plans got sunk when "Squid-Boy" pulled out of the trip. No way to swing the $$$$ all on my own.
I don't see much hope for any more ice in Sullivan Cty. after this week, so, time to put the gear away and un-wrap the boat. Anyone feel like going Ocean fishing in the near future???
IceBalls.....thawed out for this year!!!
dont give up boys i am going to superior on sunday check the ice and of course - if its possible- fish some fish :):) its gonna be 34 on sunday like last weekend maybe i spend some time with iceballs on superior so we will see .......... hey boys please don cry u gotta keep your head up even if the ice is thin never gave up - :):):):)
I spent the day yesterday in 55 degrees stowing away all my ice gear. Took a nice ride past all the usual lakes, Highland, Swinging Bridge, Rio, White Lake, Mohegan Lake and some smaller ponds and none are safe if they have any ice at all.
I'm with you Iceballs on getting the boat out and ready but it would be just my luck to get it all unwrapped and have 2 feet of snow the next day. I won't be one bit surprised to see a big storm this year in April given the fact we had a nasty one here in October and not much since. Good thing I got a break on fuel oil this winter because I need it for the other tanks in the car and truck.
My prayer for next year, May the ice Gods bless us early and in November I'll be happy with anyone but Obama.
i put my gear away yesterday as well. cried like a little b!tch too!! LOL! :'( :P
did you get a measurement of the length of that handle you need ?i'll do it soon, i haven't cleaned it out yet, just put it in my apartment. ::) ;D
here we sit, having a Daytona 500 party at the firehouse, and no 500!! LOL!! crappie, perch, and pickerel in the deep fryer, venison on the BBQ, Deep fried turkey, shrimp, chicken quesadillas, venison quesadillas. oh well. ;D
here we sit, having a Daytona 500 party at the firehouse, and no 500!! LOL!! crappie, perch, and pickerel in the deep fryer, venison on the BBQ, Deep fried turkey, shrimp, chicken quesadillas, venison quesadillas. oh well. ;D
since everyone is putting there ice fishing gear away is anyone getting excited for striped bass season !!
Yes! Going over my gear and looking forward to it.i want to fast forward in time to striped bass season im ready now!!!
i put my gear away yesterday as well. cried like a little b!tch too!! LOL! :'( :Plol...was hockey there for a group hug ;) ;D and tell him to stop texting me dirty messages...my woman are getting upset... ;D
lol...was hockey there for a group hug ;) ;D and tell him to stop texting me dirty messages...my woman are getting upset... ;D
lol...was hockey there for a group hug ;) ;D and tell him to stop texting me dirty messages...my woman are getting upset... ;D
Iceballs, We were looking for ya at Schroon on Sunday.... Hope all is OK.
Putting you stuff away?? Weekend tourney on Schroon and lou's three day-er on Sacandaga this weekend... Just sayin guys.....
well too bad you didnt have a good season, mine was awesome! hot on fish EVERY trip. and i made it 3-4 trips a week too!!!! :P :P :PI'm glad you enjoyed this season, not saying I didn't have fun anytime I was out jigs, just hoping for a better hard ice next season. Too bad we didn't meet yet but maybe next year. BTW nobody mentioned toronto this year, is that still way down or you don't bother?
pooley is there a lot more fishing stuff this year was thinking of going saturday!it changes a little every year. always something new.
it changes a little every year. always something new.ok thanks!
My sincere condolences on your loss Topher, I wish I could help ypu out brother. I'm certain one of our brothers or sisters from Superior will come thru for you. May God Bless you and your family in this most difficult time.
I have a favor to ask of the locals to Lake Superior....i am looking for a news story or newspaper article about a drowning that occurred 7/24 or 7/25...a kayaker that drowned....his name is Timothy Confer....my little brother....
you and Joe need to come down to suffern for some fun with the firehouse gang! you two need it! i'll have to get a date we can all agree on.
Pooley, let all know and we'll all hangi will let all know! i set something up. >:D :icefish:
Has anyone fished (hard/open water) Mombasha Lake in Monroe? or know anything about it
good fishing there, if you can get on the lake! it has no public access.
Has anyone fished (hard/open water) Mombasha Lake in Monroe? or know anything about ithey if you get out can you shoot me a report. i work over at bjs in monroe and pass the lake everyday i work
hey if you get out can you shoot me a report. i work over at bjs in monroe and pass the lake everyday i work
Hopefully all involved in running it will keep that in mind in case the turn out isn't as large as they expect.
well its nice to see pooley woke up!!! the only ice this storm is gonna hurt will be the ice in the stores/freezers...
Let it snow let it snow let it snow :whistle:NEED MORE THEN SNOW,NEED BELOW 32`TEMP.
kb......keep an eye on that pond near Salt Point Tpke. (I forget the neme).... it usually freezes first (shallow) and it's loaded with Trout. About two hours drive for me, but worth it!!
Hello everybody! I'm hoping for some great early ice fishing soon too! Here's hoping for a normal season, maybe some small water safe ice before new years
Hello everybody! I'm hoping for some great early ice fishing soon too! Here's hoping for a normal season, maybe some small water safe ice before new yearswelcome onice! give me all your secret spots. ;D
The extended forecast looks promising It looks like around Christmas it'll start getting cold and staying there.hoping....
Well the freezer is now full with 3 deer...time for some ice!!i can smell it cooking!
well the fat is telling me its gonna get cold...
i can smell it cooking!
Yes iceballs, it doesn't look good for anywhere below Sullivan. However, Sullivan has limited access to the few good waters it offers to the public. Some here have friends on private lakes. I just hope for a better year for ice fishing. If at all possible, I rather fish closer to home in Orange county. Let us hope for the best :tipup:
well its that time of year again. back to iceshanty.com hopefully we all get more time on the ice this year then we did last.
With the colder temps comming maybe we will get some smaller lakes to freeze up
by newyear & get out there .... :icefish:
MERRY CHRISTMAS UPJOHN........AND WELCOME TO THE SHANTY !!
hAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL MY NEW YORK ICE FISHING BUDDIES !!!
ICEBALLS
congrats!!!
Hey, don't forget about the local PA guys too buddy ! I was on 3.5" in PA this morning for about an hour... heckuva Christmas present if I do say so myself !
Greetings everyone I know it has been quite awhile since my last post. I hope everyone has had a good holiday season .
Like many other Americans the last few years have not been the greatest for me financially, I need to install new security software on my computer. Then hopefully I can get back on Ice Shanty more often miss reading all of your posts.
A good ice season to all of you and may you all have a happy healthy 2013.
Steve
Steve, go with AVG ....it's free and downloads in no time....Topher is on the money, AVG is awesome and free. Got it running on all my machines.
I received a gift of tipups and gear last year, and hope to get a chance to try to use them this year. Now to figure out how to use the stuff. How is the best way for a newcomer to learn how to ice fish? I have no auger, but I think I have the other stuff.
I received a gift of tipups and gear last year, and hope to get a chance to try to use them this year. Now to figure out how to use the stuff. How is the best way for a newcomer to learn how to ice fish? I have no auger, but I think I have the other stuff.
Hey, don't forget about the local PA guys too buddy ! I was on 3.5" in PA this morning for about an hour... heckuva Christmas present if I do say so myself !
3.5 on black ice is not too bad. Easier to drill, lol
TOPHER...... 3.5 inches???? You have " Muy Grande' Cojones" my friend!!! Don't do that !!!! Didn't mean to forget all my Pa. buds ..... MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you and your families. Here's to a better year in 2013 !!
TOPHER...... 3.5 inches???? You have " Muy Grande' Cojones" my friend!!! Don't do that !!!! Didn't mean to forget all my Pa. buds ..... MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you and your families. Here's to a better year in 2013 !!
Rodger....it was a good 3.5" .....Holehawg and I were out first trip last year on 3" black that was 2.25 to 2.5 when we left.....that was a bit scary...yeah last year there was less ice come the end of almost EVERY day! but with the temps and no real snow as of yet 3 of black ice is safe for my light lil butt!!! lol
I received a gift of tipups and gear last year, and hope to get a chance to try to use them this year. Now to figure out how to use the stuff. How is the best way for a newcomer to learn how to ice fish? I have no auger, but I think I have the other stuff.welcome Rich! let us know where you are, so one of us can get you out there!
ICE BALLS whats cooking i see you fared the sandy storm !!!!
Hi Danny.....Yeah, Sandy beat us up a little and we're still trying to re-build. You going to do some ice fishing with us this year??? Are you going up to R.I. to run one of the Cod boats?? W fished up there for the last three years.... how about joining us this year???
Does anyone know if Glenmere Lake in Orange County, NY has sufficient ice yet to get out on it? Was thinking of trying to jig some panfish there tomorrow if possible.
Thanks in advance
Chris
Loudmouth, thanks for the info. That's a nice mess or rabbits you got there. I was running beagles on rabbits this morn. Guess I'll be doing the same thing again tomorrow.
Thank again
Chris
I took a ride around Sullivan Co. today... It doesn't look good for this weekend .Hell of a report..thanks dewey
I went to lake huntington 2 small patches of ice rest is open water ...
I went to superior 3/4 open water the rest is slush ice...
I went to white lake & no ice at all...
I drove by lake louise marie looks like frozen slush ...
I drove by wawanasink lake frozen up by the island rest pertty much open water...
I went to masten lake it is frozen up with slush ice... all the lakes I went to ice is unsafe ...
I could not even stand on the ice by shore at any lake ...no good I am starting to get depressed ...
thanks Dewey! that helps a ton! have faith gang. we'll get there.
or spend a bunch of dough and come to PA......I have ice guys...sweet!
I may take you up on that topher7694 ...I just got a layoff & have some time & fish to kill... :icefish:
I took a ride around Sullivan Co. today... It doesn't look good for this weekend .Thanks for the info Dewey-open water might be a good thing right now with this snow we're expecting,
I went to lake huntington 2 small patches of ice rest is open water ...
I went to superior 3/4 open water the rest is slush ice...
I went to white lake & no ice at all...
I drove by lake louise marie looks like frozen slush ...
I drove by wawanasink lake frozen up by the island rest pertty much open water...
I went to masten lake it is frozen up with slush ice... all the lakes I went to ice is unsafe ...
I could not even stand on the ice by shore at any lake ...no good I am starting to get depressed ...
I think if this cold blast sticks around long enough without too much thaw hrs during the day, the lower state waters will lock up and have safe ice by next weekend.
A friend of mine told me glenmere is orange county is locked up hopefully after this cold week should be fishable
Surprised to hear that 2 days ago 70% was open water and slush... I find it hard to believe that is true but I will be driving by tomorrow just to check it out
BCSHANTY CLEAN OUT YOUR INBOX!!!!!
Surprised to hear that 2 days ago 70% was open water and slush... I find it hard to believe that is true but I will be driving by tomorrow just to check it outLet me know he was in a patrol and it wasn't plowed but from the road it all looke d locked hp
BCSHANTY CLEAN OUT YOUR INBOX!!!!!
Let me know he was in a patrol and it wasn't plowed but from the road it all looke d locked hp. I was there 3 days ago. There was a wide open part in front of the middle of the park. I think it still needs some time. But I'm going there tomorrow to check it out. Hopefully it freezes all soon!
I purchased an app from Apple called ice thickness for 99 cents. If you enter the last eight days in Celsius it will tell you how thick the ice is for example my house in Livingston Manor in the Catskills I entered in Yest -7 two days ago -7 three days ago -5 four days ago -6 five days ago -8 six days ago -5 seven days ago -3 eight days ago -3 the app calculated 4 inches of ice. If someone can give me a lake near them and send me the night temps ove the last 8 days I will convert them to Celsius and we can do a test to see how accurate this app is. I'm curious to see.
i just got back from Glenmere Lake. the road going in was never plowed. Pretty icy going in , i had to put it in 4 wheel drive just to get turned around in the parking lot. Like loud mouth said the lake is froze over but it looks a little slushy in front of the park. It looks ok over on the left side but i didnt have my hand auger to check the ice thickness. It looks like a couple pf deer tracks out in front of the pump house. With the cold temp we have coming you might see some people out there this weekend but i think i would head up to Monticello myself. Be safe out there. Walt
Hi and Happy New Year to all
I would like to take my 15 y/o son ice fishing. We do a lot of fresh and salt water fishing (kayak/surf) on Long Island and he's dying to give ice fishing a try. I ran a commercial boat for years but have never ice fished.
Are there clubs or outings that would accept a couple of amateurs to tag along? I noticed a find a fishing buddy link on a post but it didn't work.
Hoping everyone a great 2013!
Hey hard hooked!
Welcome to the site, guys on this site are very helpful-just let us know where you are from and where and when you plan on fishing and someone (including myself) will probably meet you and your son.
Keep asking questions and you should get all the info you need
Where did you run uou boat? (I worked on a few party boats years ago)
Hi and Happy New Year to all
I would like to take my 15 y/o son ice fishing. We do a lot of fresh and salt water fishing (kayak/surf) on Long Island and he's dying to give ice fishing a try. I ran a commercial boat for years but have never ice fished.
Are there clubs or outings that would accept a couple of amateurs to tag along? I noticed a find a fishing buddy link on a post but it didn't work.
Hoping everyone a great 2013!
welcome to the shanty. most of us here would bring you 2 out. i'm in Rockland county. follow this thread, and we will get you out there!
Tom
Hobie Revo 13 is sweet. Not up in that range yet. We have 2 fishing yaks that we hit the sound with. Had a great fall bass run.
BCSHANTY I worked deck and later ran the Captain Doug out of Freeport all through the 90's. Gone now. Was a great run. On the water sometimes 20 hours a day between fishing and running parties.
I will follow this thread and wait for good ice. Much appreciate the kind offers to take us out. He'll be 16 on January 6th and this is going to be his birthday present. Going to freeze a crappie lure in a block of ice and wrap it up!
heard there were people fishing glenmere today... they are nuts :cookoo:
Hobie Revo 13 is sweet. Not up in that range yet. We have 2 fishing yaks that we hit the sound with. Had a great fall bass run.we must have met-I worked on the Capt. Lou a few times in the 80's
BCSHANTY I worked deck and later ran the Captain Doug out of Freeport all through the 90's. Gone now. Was a great run. On the water sometimes 20 hours a day between fishing and running parties.
I will follow this thread and wait for good ice. Much appreciate the kind offers to take us out. He'll be 16 on January 6th and this is going to be his birthday present. Going to freeze a crappie lure in a block of ice and wrap it up!
I counted six of them - all in that area to the left.
Lucky *****s! :)
I hope one of them will come up with the report.
heard there were people fishing glenmere today... they are nuts :cookoo:really wow they r crazy! I hope the ice stays with the warm temps we r going to have next week!
my cousin is fishing there today I might go visit see what it's like. Could u let me know how thick the ice is there?
I took a ride out to Glenmere Lake. The road going in was plowed now & there were 2 guys out in front of the pump house. I yelled out to them & they said they had around 4 inches. They were standing next to each other so i guess it was ok . I did not check the ice thickness myself. Waltok thanks Walt. I don't go on the ice if it's under 7 to 8 inches of ice.
we must have met-I worked on the Capt. Lou a few times in the 80's
ok thanks Walt. I don't go on the ice if it's under 7 to 8 inches of ice.
Big Joe; you must be one very Big Man if you need 7-8a inches of ice. Its better to be safe than sorry &you wet.hahah im not that big. i just get sketchy when its thinner than 5 inches.
That thick you can drive the quad onto it. You must have missed alot of fishing days last season in the southern zone.yeah sure did. i just don't like to go on ice thinner than 5 inches.
I'll settle for any grub,1st mousies if available, spikes are 2nd and waxworms 3rd because they are fewer per container ;D If the fish are willing to bite, I've caught many on just a small lure without any grub. Looking good for the weekend..temp forecast not enough to melt and not to cold to stand out there all day ;DJust ordered a buch off eBay..a little pricey but worth it
Hi and Happy New Year to all
I would like to take my 15 y/o son ice fishing. We do a lot of fresh and salt water fishing (kayak/surf) on Long Island and he's dying to give ice fishing a try. I ran a commercial boat for years but have never ice fished.
Are there clubs or outings that would accept a couple of amateurs to tag along? I noticed a find a fishing buddy link on a post but it didn't work.
Hoping everyone a great 2013!
Tom
Mentioning Harriman, either I never noticed it before or it was some kind of misprint , maybe perhaps a jolt in an ancient fault line on the lake bed.. Check out the topo on the NTDEC site shows Tiorati over 60 ft. ::) most i sounded was just over 40 fow ???Yeah that is a misprint I have only hit like 30 ft in Tiorati and my Navonics app on my phone has the max depth at 35
Hi, and Welcome toThe Sahnty !!! Meet a fellow Long Islander (Baldwin) who's benIce fishing for more than 50 years. You and your son are more than welcome to tag olong with my buddy and me anytime. We fish Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Sullivan Counties eitheer for just a dayu or an entire weekend. Don't worry about gear for now....we have plenty for everyone. MOST IMPORTANT.....if you want to enjoy this sport it's IMPERATIVE that you have the right clothing and BOOTS !!! If you get cold, or your feet get wet or cold......It's all Over !!!
We're not ready for ice yet in our zone, but please stay in touch.....it shoul;dn't be more than a week or two!! I'll send you a PM with my phone number.
IceBalls (Rodger)
hey everyone, please take a moment and say a little prayer for our pal HoleHawg.....going in today to have a heart valve replaced tomorrow.....just keep him in your thoughts please....only met holehawg two times (seemed like a real good guy) prayers sent
Tiorati does not answer the phone, called sterling and she said nothing is open yet. I'm going further north in search of safe ice tomorrow be well everybody
Glenmere has 3 inches of solid white ice 30 feet from shore at first boat launch. Little to no snow. I walked out 3 hrs ago and measured 3 holes that I spudded.Thanks for the report...hoping to get out there maybe Monday.
Across from pump house you could see sleds and tracks going out to the ice but nobody there this morning.
Walton lake looked all skimmed over.
hey everyone, please take a moment and say a little prayer for our pal HoleHawg.....going in today to have a heart valve replaced tomorrow.....just keep him in your thoughts please....WOW I talked to him by PM not long ago about Highland lake. Let us know how he is going. Tell him Shawn said we need him on the ice if we get on.
There are a lot of springs in Glenmere which is why I only went out 30 feet. I tip the scales at 275 without ice fishing gear on. I need a minimum of 4-5 inches to feel safe.i weigh about the same. i went to glen mere today. the most i measured was 4 to 4.5 inches. That is across from the pump house. another guy was out there so i felt safe going. I went almost to the middle there and turned around. By the boat launch it is sketchy its only at the most 3 inches. I might go to glen mere tomorrow about only 60 yards from the pump house i will go for now. What do u guys think will I be safe if i take all the precautions?
I was the man on glenmere today & it is not the best, white ice & clear under neatho ok that was you. nice to meet you. I thought you might have been from ice shanty but i was unsure. It was kind of sketchy and with the temps next week we might not be making ice real quick. I might also have to head up north. Might try swinging bridge with in the next two weeks.
be careful out there I have spikes I made...I went out where somebody went yesterday :wacko:
so I felt somewhat safe ,there was a town crew cutting trees if anything happen they
could see me ...dink perch throw backs ... heading north tomarrow I am off now going to
get as much ice time as I can ... :icefish:
big Joe try Superior I was there yesterday & it was better than glenmere todayOK I might go check it out. I'm a big guy and i don't really like to fish on 4 inches of ice or less but 5 inches of ice or more i will.
same kind of ice , but thicker maybe 6" ....
Big Joe go north & be safer. There has got to be more ice up that way.yeah might check out Sullivan county area. Hopefully we will get safer ice soon! Anyone know if Swinging bridge or any place around that area besides lake superior that has 5 inches of ice or more?
Hey I was told like 5 years ago that you needed a permit or have to call the Park office to fish lake superior ? Anyone know of thisI dont know never fished there I want more info to. I looked it up it says on the following website http://co.sullivan.ny.us/Default.aspx?TabId=3193 thats its $5.00 per person per day.
got on the ice today and did okay... 19 crappie and 2 gills crappie were between 9" and 11"nice wheres that from!
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nice wheres that from!
private pondo ok how thick was the ice?
I have been fishing superior for years & never herd of a 5.00 charge ...ok
nobody has ever said anything to me... will look in my ny.state fishing rule book
tonight & see...
o ok how thick was the ice?
4"-4.5" 1 or 2 of which was back the rest was a hard white icethats seems like where i checked out today. Did u ever hear of the pond in sugar loaf?
thats seems like where i checked out today. Did u ever hear of the pond in sugar loaf?
nope where I was today there were no holes drilled and no tracks on the pond.... I might even be the only one with permission to fish it who knowsLucky!
The five dollar charge at Superior is only for the summer and then only when there is someone working in that shack. Launched my jon boat there a few times and only paid when there was someone in the shack.Thanks for the info!
Hit a local lake with 4 inches of ice. Me and fishon22 got 4 perch and 2 Pickerel.only went out for a little over an hour. Hope to hit up glenmere next weekim going to glen mere tomorrow morning. There was 5 guys out on the ice at glen mere today. And when I went to gander mtn in middletown there was several people there and they were all talking about going to glenmere tomorrow.
Any word of the thickness at glenmere?I checked yesterday 4 to 4.5 inches by the dam side. It starts to get sketchy after the boat ramp. I'm heading there tomorrow morning around 7am.
big Joe try Superior I was there yesterday & it was better than glenmere todayDewey you better learn to judge the ice thickness better before you get someone killed! i was on superior today. i weigh a whopping 165 lbs. i walked most of the lake jigging and the deepest it is, by a RULER is 4 1/2 inches. and thats including the weak white ice.
same kind of ice , but thicker maybe 6" ....
Dewey you better learn to judge the ice thickness better before you get someone killed! i was on superior today. i weigh a whopping 165 lbs. i walked most of the lake jigging and the deepest it is, by a RULER is 4 1/2 inches. and thats including the weak white ice.thats sounds like the same at glenemere thank god i didn't make a trip up there!
Guys, just wanted to update you all and let you know HoleHawg pulled through the surgery with flying colors.... ;D ;D ;D
Guys, just wanted to update you all and let you know HoleHawg pulled through the surgery with flying colors.... ;D ;D ;D
[/quoteThats awesome Chris, Just wish him the best and hopefully he gets on the ice to have a couple bud lights and catch a few fish
Anyone been on Huntington yet?i heard 2.5--3 in
Guys, just wanted to update you all and let you know HoleHawg pulled through the surgery with flying colors.... ;D ;D ;Dgreat news! now we need him to get healthy.
How thick was the ice?glenmere is 4.5 inches of ice. Towards the pump house side is thicker ice
Anyone going there tomorrow that wants to meet up?
I gota try Glenmere. DEC info says it has Stripers. Has anyone caught any and how big do they run?haha that's funny! glenmere defiantly does not have stripers!
DEC is promoting tourism ;)there trying!!! lol
I gota try Glenmere. DEC info says it has Stripers. Has anyone caught any and how big do they run?
my daddy told me don't believe anything you read and only half of what you see.i never did listen.i just learned not to trust FISHING NOTES.COM ever again.if you go to fishing notes.com and search glenmere lake you will see where that bad info came from.how embarrassing.
When they say there are bluefish, Im there. Imagine catching a blue on a jigging rod!! Ha ha ha ha hathat would be some crazy @#$%!
Hi, and Welcome toThe Sahnty !!! Meet a fellow Long Islander (Baldwin) who's benIce fishing for more than 50 years. You and your son are more than welcome to tag olong with my buddy and me anytime. We fish Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Sullivan Counties eitheer for just a dayu or an entire weekend. Don't worry about gear for now....we have plenty for everyone. MOST IMPORTANT.....if you want to enjoy this sport it's IMPERATIVE that you have the right clothing and BOOTS !!! If you get cold, or your feet get wet or cold......It's all Over !!!
We're not ready for ice yet in our zone, but please stay in touch.....it shoul;dn't be more than a week or two!! I'll send you a PM with my phone number.
IceBalls (Rodger)
I dont know never fished there I want more info to. I looked it up it says on the following website http://co.sullivan.ny.us/Default.aspx?TabId=3193 thats its $5.00 per person per day.That's just in the summertime. They don't man the shack at the entrance after Labor day.
there should be safe ice on Superior and huntington most those small water have at least 4.5 maybe 6 inches by tomorrow. I seen no open water along the shorelines all weekend and including today but with the sunny days ahead that could change fast. Figure two more safe ice fishing days before it gets iffyunless you know the thickness stop giving bad reports
unless you know the thickness stop giving bad reportswrong about bad reporting, I do measure and i used a tape ruler upjon
I give it one more sunny day, tonight is cold enough, tomorrow it will be melting and if I were going, I'd go next two days. tomoroow should still be fine, even the next day.. but too much warm coming for weekend imhoNO NO NO!!! THE ICE AT SUPERIOR THIS EVENING WAS GETTING WEAK!!! IT STARTED POPPING AND NOT IN A GOOD WAY! YES ITS GOT ABOUT 5 INCHES BUT WHAT I SAW TODAY SHOWED IT IS REALLY GETTING SOFT FAST!!!!
Does anybody know if Walton lake is frozen over? I want to go shore fishing there soon.
anybody go to Huntington today?
going there in the morning-if there is enough ice
let me know. would like to go Friday.not going to be good
IceBalls, I was out on 2.25" the Saturday after Christmas....... :P
I spudded out to where it was that think, and turned around and went back to the hole I measured 3" good ice in and fished there... ;)smart move my good man, smart move
Does anyone have an ice condition report for orange lake? Looking to take a buddy out for his first trip.WAIT TILL AFTER IT GETS COLD AGAIN!!! THE ICE UP IN SULLIVAN COUNTY IS GETTING BAD AND ORANGE COUNTY HAS BEEN ABOUT 6-7 DEGREES warmer EVERY DAY!
Does anyone have an ice condition report for orange lake? Looking to take a buddy out for his first trip.Hey Kyle! What are you doing in Orange Co.
There is probably ice by the shore line but it may be melted alreadyok thanks!
anyone out today? looking for safe ice out there.Was on Huntington yesterday. 5 inches of ice and there was a crazy guy driving a side by side around the entire lake.
Was on Huntington yesterday. 5 inches of ice and there was a crazy guy driving a side by side around the entire lake.yeah, we've met him, and he is crazy! ::) thanks for the info.
Walton and round lake are both locked up. Walton its mostly black ice but didn't have my spud to stop and check thickness but doesn't look like muchok thanks for letting me know.
yeah, we've met him, and he is crazy! ::) thanks for the info.
do you think huntington will be safe in am? :icefish:
Hes defintly a nutt. once it hits 6-7 inches he takes his chevy colorado out there doin 20 mph by ya. just a bit scary lolWorst part is, that's not even his truck, it's borrowed and the owner has asked him repeatedly not to drive it on the ice. He thinks that he is the Mayor of Lake Huntington. He's actually a dirtbag that's inherited everything that he has.
upjon, what do they actually stock in that lake ? and if you have a problem with those of us that purchase a license in the state of NY..mind you I pay 70.00 for mine, compared to whatever the resident fee is.....as far as raping the lake, you can keep all the pickerel we throw back, and alll the browns they stock in there......as far as perch and panfish....I'll keep what I catch.....it's part of the game I guess....They stock channel cats, walleyes, and brown trout. I don't know if they still stock smallmouths now that they have a foothold and are reproducing on their own. Personally, I think that they are putting too many kinds of fish in there. There used to be huge schools of Alewives that you would see all over in the summertime, you don't see them anymore. Years ago we would catch a few trout that were in the 5-10 pound range. The alewives aren't there in the #'s that used to be, so the trout don't thrive there like they used to. Been fishing that lake for 30 years, it's definitely changed a lot recently since they started stocking these new fish.
BTW.....I'm not from " the south " either....protect it all you want..the proper authorities will be notified if needed.... :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish: :icefish:
They stock channel cats, walleyes, and brown trout. I don't know if they still stock smallmouths now that they have a foothold and are reproducing on their own. Personally, I think that they are putting too many kinds of fish in there. There used to be huge schools of Alewives that you would see all over in the summertime, you don't see them anymore. Years ago we would catch a few trout that were in the 5-10 pound range. The alewives aren't there in the #'s that used to be, so the trout don't thrive there like they used to. Been fishing that lake for 30 years, it's definitely changed a lot recently since they started stocking these new fish.
They stock channel cats, walleyes, and brown trout. I don't know if they still stock smallmouths now that they have a foothold and are reproducing on their own. Personally, I think that they are putting too many kinds of fish in there. There used to be huge schools of Alewives that you would see all over in the summertime, you don't see them anymore. Years ago we would catch a few trout that were in the 5-10 pound range. The alewives aren't there in the #'s that used to be, so the trout don't thrive there like they used to. Been fishing that lake for 30 years, it's definitely changed a lot recently since they started stocking these new fish.great,,,now we will have 200 guys out there,,way to go
great,,,now we will have 200 guys out there,,way to goYeah, that's no secret what they stock in there, it's right on the federation's sight and everyone knows.
great,,,now we will have 200 guys out there,,way to goyup, 200 people whose license fees and taxes pay for the stocking of fish, as far as the trout are concerned. ;D
Also stopped by Glenmere today and found 5 inches of ice where I walked out to 2/3rds of the way acrossnice the ice will not last for long because of the rain and the temps this weekend.....but hopefully its freezes up again quick!
Nice land-lock, wow, 5.5 inches is all that is up all the way upstate ??? hope this rain doesn't melt away too much ice,, we need to through these days of warm without the drench or we be waiting again ..maybe at best February ??? crazy weather indeed ::) must be balmy up in the ADK region too
Took a ride by Glenmere around 2:30 and I found melted white ice and melted black ice with water on top but no open water that I could see. I did not walk on it but it looks as if it help up with all the rain and warm weather we had. Everything should start to tighten back up starting tonight with the cold returning. We should be fishing again by the weekend.ok thanks for the info! might go check it out towards the end of the week. Hopefully it will be good soon! It is suppose to be in the teens mid next week!
Also, I did not walk on the ice so I do not know if it is safe. I'm going to guess it is not safe just by the way things looked.
Does anybody know if there will be a ice fishing contest on glenmere this year?
As of now its the 26th if there's no ice then no contestok thanks! I hope we get safe ice!
welcome to the shantie ktm115 there is alot of info on this site ...Hopefully the ice becomes safe again quick!
with this snow on the ice it is going to be hard for the lakes to freeze
& be safe again ... :icefish:
Today had to be freezing all day up in Sullivan county, even Orange county there was little melt. Tonight will be colder, tomorrow and Friday even colder. Friday's high's will only be in the mid 20s according to Monticello forecast. So far it is looking good and it should freeze hard enough because the ice was still there after the warm spell. Just be extra careful, I'm not reporting safe ice, just think it might be good to go by Saturday with the next couple freezing days.do u think Friday would be be a go?
In Acidalia today we had 4 inches of snow with sleet on top, mild 30 degrees all day. Monday was in the 40s. Watch for soft edges, springs, pressure crack, etc.ok i know its the same conditions here. im only going fishing 10 to 15 feet from shore.
Can you send me a link to the reports and conditions. I searched but the one link I found did not work.
Can you send me a link to the reports and conditions. I searched but the one link I found did not work.
I think before the weekend these feezing temps are going to refreeze all that slush,, jmho..not sending bad report, just my humble opinion jmho lol
Any special permits needed?
how is the ice on huntington? looking to go out with my son.
read the post above youdon't say read the post above you,,,,, he asked for a specific lake,, that happens to be 20 miles away from 1 another,,,one lake from the other differs quite a bite up here,,,do not assume,,all lakes are the same
don't say read the post above you,,,,, he asked for a specific lake,, that happens to be 20 miles away from 1 another,,,one lake from the other differs quite a bite up here,,,do not assume,,all lakes are the same
Anybody heard anything about the Highland Tourney ?
just checked out glenmere lake because i was driving by. there was a guy all the way towards the opposite side of the lake. the ice was thin on the sides. will probably be good to go towards the end of the week.Judging from what I measured about 40 miles further north 5 to 6 inches, I would say after last night and today's overcast and all day freezing, it will be a few days sooner. I start thinking it might even freeze closer to home in Rockland / Suffern county.. coming home seen both sides of Monroe lk frozen with no water in site.
wheres toms bait shop locatedmrclean gave me and you the directions, very easy to get to, heading up from lower ny..you exit 118 ..heading down exit 116.. it is in between those exits , rest directions are posted here ;D
Judging from what I measured about 40 miles further north 5 to 6 inches, I would say after last night and today's overcast and all day freezing, it will be a few days sooner. I start thinking it might even freeze closer to home in Rockland / Suffern county.. coming home seen both sides of Monroe lk frozen with no water in site.ok thanks probably sounds about right going out ice fishing probably Thursday i cant wait!
Catskill Fisher and other keep your eyes out for a Section of the Times Herald Record newspaper called What's Happening it may have an announcement about the Swam Lake contest. To my knowledge Swam lake is private property except for contests. I believe the lake is on rt.55 ,the Agway in Liberty carries live bait.
Here are some phone numbers that may be of help to all of you.
Sterling Forest state park visitors center 845-351-5907 Harriman state park Lake Tiorotti field office 845-351-2568
These two parks are managed by the Palisades Interstates Park Commission (pipc) ,for as long as i have been ice fish they have used a system of red and green signs on the lakes that they allow ice fishing on red closed green at least six inches of ice, If driving by the Lake Tiorotti traffic circle and a green flag is flying all lakes are open. (That they allow ice fishing on)
This number is for Winding Hills park off of rt.17k in the Town of Montgomery 845-457-4918 this park is close to the previously mentioned Tom;s bait shop also the Thruway Market on Oak street in Walden sells bait in their sporting goods dept. upper floor. Only the Main lake is open in winter they post a sign by entrance .(unsafe or Safe Ice . Look for Winding Hills Golf course park entrance is off of road on other side of rt,17k.
Steve
I'll be fishing in the morning 4:45am - 9amish 10am hopefully it's not too cold out thereYou gonna try glenmere
LM,I see single digits in the am..wed high will be high teens for most lower ny region.. good luck and dress warm, hopefully no stiff windchill lol. I'm waiting for better jigging weather myself. hoping Harriman sometime later this week ;)I wish you luck onice-but i think we are going to need 10inches in harriman before they even think of opening
bc, I think we will be in good shape for the weekend, I'm guessing and hopeful for at least a few green flags at Harriman. Have you tried Huntington this season? JohnHey John! i just sent you a pm
BC, I know how much you enjoy ice fishing but trust me, unless you are prepared for night fishing and have a place to shack, it is simply too brutal up there at night even when properly equipped, (like a heater in a flipshanty) I did it and I will tell you it is much morefun during the daytime. glI've done it 4 or 5 times before and i am well equipped-i also plan on fishing a few hundred feet from the car and making trips back and forth, I also thank you for your concern
I went out on glenmere today , the shore line was soft almost broke through
by the 1 boat launch . I did manage to dill a few test holes . so I went back to
other boat launch & that was soft, I went down the shore line & found a spot to
get out drilling holes all the way ... I was out about 100 yards & when I saw a man
comming but he was'nt fishing I had to yell to him he was going to walk out on
the soft ice told him to follow my tracks & he will be ok ... he was a newspaper
reporter he took some pics & we talk icefishing for a few & he left ... I didn't
catch any keepers & I left at 1pm... :icefish:
Sent to me via a friend..fingers crossed!!!!!
I went out on glenmere today , the shore line was soft almost broke through
by the 1 boat launch . I did manage to dill a few test holes . so I went back to
other boat launch & that was soft, I went down the shore line & found a spot to
get out drilling holes all the way ... I was out about 100 yards & when I saw a man
comming but he was'nt fishing I had to yell to him he was going to walk out on
the soft ice told him to follow my tracks & he will be ok ... he was a newspaper
reporter he took some pics & we talk icefishing for a few & he left ... I didn't
catch any keepers & I left at 1pm... :icefish:
Anybody have a topo of Glenmere ??? I do not notice much on the nydec site, is it rockland or orange county? tia, john
found about 6-7 inches she gave a good shake this morning as well must have been a big crack felt like a big wave came through. Boy was it cold though 7* when we started and 9* when we got off. Very slow day today maybe 4 flags nothing jiggingnice! cant wait!
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Can you use gas auger at glenmere or are they off limits like blue @ sterling forest?a lot of guys do but you are not supposed to use one.
WE ARE NOT UPSTATE NY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hate when people think just because we are north of the city we are "upstate" *&%$ reportershahahah i know!
does anyone ice fish glenmere lake at night?
dont park in the park or you'll be locked inwill not. if i go i will park by the pump house. will they give me a ticket? i was also wondering if anyone has good success there at night.
Doug, we should get a letter in the mail soon . Last three year I got it around the first week in Feb but from what I have been told it will be Sat Feb 16
will not. if i go i will park by the pump house. will they give me a ticket? i was also wondering if anyone has good success there at night.
I've never seen anyone get a ticket and haven't really fished there at night so not sureok thanks. does the park still close at 9 pm like the sign says even in the winter?
dont park in the park or you'll be locked inI thought icefishing at night would be fun but, it is just too uncomfortable and even with the night walleye addition profrabills, I found it less productive and more difficult, not to mention the cold and ice expanding and cracking. And from my experience targeting night feeding species such as brown trout/crappie/walleye.. I havehad much better success with these during daytime on ice. But you can try like I have done.. btw..glenmere has no walleye or trout and maybe good crappie but perch and pickerel don't feed much after dark from my experience gl if you do it at night jmho
I thought icefishing at night would be fun but, it is just too uncomfortable and even with the night walleye addition profrabills, I found it less productive and more difficult, not to mention the cold and ice expanding and cracking. And from my experience targeting night feeding species such as brown trout/crappie/walleye.. I havehad much better success with these during daytime on ice. But you can try like I have done.. btw..glenmere has no walleye or trout and maybe good crappie but perch and pickerel don't feed much after dark from my experience gl if you do it at night jmhoyeah i think the crappie action would be great at night! i have a clam ice shelter and heater so i might give it a go!
yeah i think the crappie action would be great at night! i have a clam ice shelter and heater so i might give it a go!I caught crappie at night last weekend but most were under 8 inches, too small..I like them at least 10 inches or more. I say give it a try if you like braving nighttime icefishing! IT's all good ;D
ok thanks. does the park still close at 9 pm like the sign says even in the winter?
Does anyone know how to get in touch with the people running the Highland Lake Ice Tourney ?
I tried calling the Sand Beach Bar and left a message but that was 2 weeks ago. :-\
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Lone Wolf; I was up there last thursday.....the road to Sand Beach was closed with a rope accross it. Didn't look like anyone had been down there in quite a while. If they're going to have their annual contest, it will most likely be on Feb.16 (the day before the "King of the Ice" on White Lake.) The guys who run the tourney are "Mahogany Ridge Hnting & Fishing Club" ..... I don't know how to get in touch with them, they don't appear to have a website.
IceBalls
I wouldn't listen to the sign I believe it closes way before 9 I drove up there the other day to check the ice and the gate was closed... it was still daylight out too!they should not do that because the sign says something totally different!
they should not do that because the sign says something totally different!Joe, all you have to do is call and find out, IF IN DOUBT CALL ??? I wouldn't ffish Glenmere at night even if it is allowed..what you expect to catch at night crappie?
Joe, all you have to do is call and find out, IF IN DOUBT CALL ??? I wouldn't ffish Glenmere at night even if it is allowed..what you expect to catch at night crappie?yeah most likely crappies.
Thank you IceBalls ! I did a search for Mahogany Ridge Hunting & Fishing Club and came up with an article that had a contact number.
any information ?
I was out on glenmere lake in Florida N.Y. Orange co. on tue. :icefish:how was the ice?
I spoke with a member of the club. He's getting me the date, time, etc. and then I'll post all the information.
Thank you IceBalls ! I did a search for Mahogany Ridge Hunting & Fishing Club and came up with an article that had a contact number.
Stop in at Tiorati Circle today and the woman told me that the lake just locked up last night and there is only "little more than an inch out there". When asked if the smaller lakes were anywhere near safety the reply was " Oh they probably have less". So lets not keep our fingers crossed for Harriman.
How can the smaller lakes probably have less ice than the big ones?
[/quote I agree, they are too wierd at that place ::) ::)]
yeah most likely crappies.Nothing wrong with that man!
yeah most likely crappies.It may be good targeting them at night but from my experiencing on other crappie water, daytime is better for whatever reason ..matbe open water warm season night might be better but, I done best twilight..gawn or dusk during prespawn after ice out too. gl
Well now we know that any info. from the Tiorotti field office in H.S.P. should be taken with a grain of salt. Did something happen years back that the Palisades Interstate Park Commission is so leery of letting anyone on the park lakes. Other then Sterling Forest and Rockland both under PIPC control I have never seen the sign/flag system they at other state parks (Monguap pond in Sullivan county for example) do not have any similar system. Are these parks now so under staffed that they do not have the personal to check ice conditions so they just keep things closed and feel they will avoid any possible lawsuits if something did happen to an icefishermen.I sus[ect they do not want invaders lol
Steve
I'm going to call seven lakes drive tomorrow for the hell of it. I want to ask if they even bother to measure the ice so we at least have some idea how long it may take to open. I do know the smaller lakes they open first before the bigger ones but who knows, ..I bet by the weekend some harriman water will be open for icefishing.
Alright. Here is the deal in Harriman. Years ago, it was a 1 flag system, with a little bit of room for common sense. The flag system was started because city people (and other clueless people!) had no clue, and would walk out on the ice, without knowing whether it was safe or not. As people started suing like mad, they started putting flags at all the lakes. Now, they have no money, and managers that have no spine, and no clue! We live in an area that people will blame the park, before themselves. It sucks, but there it is. There is no way to change it, unless we get someone with a clue to run it!
Alright. Here is the deal in Harriman. Years ago, it was a 1 flag system, with a little bit of room for common sense. The flag system was started because city people (and other clueless people!) had no clue, and would walk out on the ice, without knowing whether it was safe or not. As people started suing like mad, they started putting flags at all the lakes. Now, they have no money, and managers that have no spine, and no clue! We live in an area that people will blame the park, before themselves. It sucks, but there it is. There is no way to change it, unless we get someone with a clue to run it!I agree and though it makes some sense for them to wait until a gas auger is required (last time it opened for me , it was 18 inches ::)) I remember saying to myself they finally opened it but now the ice was too thick for all but the smallest sharpest hand auger . I recommend bring out a gas when it is over 12 inches thick when sledding for perch.Maybe the park should adopt an ice fishernen's permit .. It would help the park manage those so called citiots from venturing on unsafe conditions. The permits should be issued/ free of charge and to apply for one , all one needs is ice fishing gear. Of coarse the ice flag rule should still apply ,, perhaps no open water and 5 inches is required. But what rules in place now are simply rediculous. I remember calling many times, knowing the monksville /greenwood lake had plenty ice and they are much bigger water and slower to freeze. Those Seven lakes had safe ice and when it did finally open , the ice was a rediculous 18 inches thick and the park had cut back on plowing out lots that they use to do for us licensed fishermen. Mind you, I pay nonresident 70.00 anual just for fishing. and the state has been cutting back on stocking programs as with park staff management and it just isn't right. jmho
Fair enough, I guess I'll go to hit Glenmere , did someone mention there was a derby going on there this weekend? I may just want to jig around if I have nothing else to do.
you going? any other regulars here ???
Those of you who fished the tournament at Glenmere today how'd you do?well......caught three small pickerel and a small 10 inch crappie. i knew they were all towards the small end of the fish for glenmere so i didn't even bother. most of the fish were caught early morning. then the bite just stopped. After the tournament was over i walked around glenmere and found a huge pressure crack towards the swamp end side! will post links to pics shortly.
I got there when there was a hundred people there about 1pm.. I stayed till about 6pm, moon was full..took three panfish jigging, released a small lgb. all on a tiny glow Swedish pimple. ice was around 8 inchesat glenmere?
if you put [img.] in front of the link and [/img.] at the end (without the periods) the photo will post so we don't have to click the links!let me try that
at glenmere?yeah joe, I guess it was around 8 inches looking at it, Why you put a ruler to it?
yeah joe, I guess it was around 8 inches looking at it, Why you put a ruler to it?it was about 7 7 and a half
I could have measured it with my ruler tape but it was well over 6 inches and that is about right 7 to 8 inches, more than enough for all those groups and quads.. i took pictures too. will try posting them after I finish thawing and filleting these three i kept. one 12 in. one 11 in. and kept a bluegill. was trying into the dark trying to catch a crappie or two. it got cold when the sun went down, Ice will be getting thicker tonight.i heard the biggest crappie was 15 inches. sadly i think there will be little to no ice after the end of this week with the 50 degree weather :'( :'( :'( :'( :P
i heard the biggest crappie was 15 inches. sadly i think there will be little to no ice after the end of this week with the 50 degree weather :'( :'( :'( :'( :Pit shouldn't effect the ice too much it looks to be like only Wednesday will be somewhat warm around 45-50 degrees. One or two days isn't gunna melt it all. Friday is supposed to only be between 29-30 for the high so it'll freeze back up
sadly i think there will be little to no ice after the end of this week with the 50 degree weather :'( :'( :'( :'( :P
It will hold... I think I'm going to fish that warm dayI was thinking the same thing. Be nice to be ice fishing in warm weather lol. :P
Did they have a good turn out for the tournament .
Steve
West Branch this AM with Kevin ( BC Shanty ). Kevin landed a slammer of a Brown! Great job Bro!
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Here's the information I received on the Highland Lake Tournament.
Date : Feb. 16th
Start time : 7:00 AM
Weigh in : 2:00 PM
Price : $20 per adult $10.00 per child (1 dozen bait included)
I was asked to remind everyone this is a private lake.
Also to please take anything you bring on the ice off the ice.
Thank you LoneWolf ! Hope to see you guys there ?Hope to make it as long as I don't have to work.... :unsure:
Nice looking crappie Big Joe. Did they have a good turn out for the tournament .thanks. they had a good turn out. more than there was a few years ago.
Steve
Anybody want to meet anywhere this week pm me.. ;D Hey lone wolf, thanks for the tourney update and the TOS thing with upjon I , bc that looks like a 24 inch 5lber? Warm up is forecasted so people please keep that in mind and be extra careful on ice the few warm days ahead. So far so good, would be on ice this am but have a few business matters to attend, than i'm breaking for local ice :tipup:It was actually 23ins and just over 5 1/2lbs
Congrats BC , I'd love to pull one like that thru the ice..Thanks
hello,,to all,,new guy here,,looks like a great learning site,this will be my 2nd year ice fishing
shiner5 will not be on Ice shanty he has been banned just like the other names he has used in the past likeSneaky, Sneaky :o :o :nono:
semperfi , upjon & now shiner5 . He can keep registering & we'll keep banning him.
Hello All!!!
I must say you guys have a nice site here and a great bunch of guys as well, I have been lurking the site since the beginning of the year in hopes of ice on the southern NYC reservoirs and trying to digest as much info as I can in hopes of ice fishing for the first time !!! and now with ice on most of the reseroirs I am stoked :) good luck fellas !!!
Welcome to the site reservoirdog .... ;D
Hmmm.....Reservoir Dog, eh? That sounds vaguely familiar! I know a guy with a similar name, trolling machine, catches boat loads of trout! ;D
What's up Bro? Glad you finally made it and crossed over into the Ice Zone! Welcome aboard my Friend!
MK
Hello All!!!welcome to an addiction my friend. Once you start its impossible to stop!
I must say you guys have a nice site ;D ;D here and a great bunch of guys as well, I have been lurking the site since the beginning of the year in hopes of ice on the southern NYC reservoirs and trying to digest as much info as I can in hopes of ice fishing for the first time !!! and now with ice on most of the reseroirs I am stoked :) good luck fellas !!!
welcome to an addiction my friend. Once you start its impossible to stop!
shiner5 will not be on Ice shanty he has been banned just like the other names he has used in the past like
semperfi , upjon & now shiner5 . He can keep registering & we'll keep banning him.
RD, I have several laker ice rods that Big Willy made for me to try as prototypes. Gonna set one aside for you. It's a real beauty with awesome action! Caught a few lakers with it and I think you'll like it! Got some lures for you too! Variations of the jigging bombs we used on Kensico!
MK
Is Kensico locked up to fish? I want to get out there baddddd. RD, jager
Anyone know of the conditions for Morgan or Sylvan Lakes?
Iceballs; I have also met & fished with semperfi. He is a very nice guy and helpfull. He know the monticello are very well being he is a realestate agent. He knows what lakes are private & what lakes are public . Hopefully things get worked out & they allow him back on ice shanty. I to would fish with him any day. WaltNot sure who he was or is in person or who has fished with him, all I know is if ANY here posted the same things he did here that were removed by the moderator, they would also be banned. I have not a problem meeting this guy from Monticello,, give me his place and name! I asked to meet him anywhere anytime. ;D
There's also a nice bait shop in Barryville, NY right on Route 94. For anyone fishing Highland Lake, Superior, The Delaware Riv., this shop is very convenient. Ownrs name is Harry.Yes, it's a very nice adequate sport shop. He also has his firearms license and can get just about any kind of gun you want. Anything hunting/fishing, if he doesn't have it, he can get it. It's St Rt 97 Barryville, NY 12719. It's right next to the Spring House.
was going to go to a secluded pond today but turns out it's not so secluded the place was packed so turned around and went to greenwood found 6 inches of ice and ended up with 5 perch
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Where do you park on greenwood?
I got home from work at 4;00 AM this morning & it was raining like crazy. They said we were supposed to get a inch of rain last night & i think we got more than that. You have all that rain running into the lake wearing the edges & the top of the ice away then you have it being worn away with all of the water running out of the lake making the ice honey cone. Anyone thinking about going in the next couple of days Please think twice about it. The fish will still be there in a couple of days but you might not be. You are putting your life & other peoples lives on the line. Its 59 degrees out . Be Carefull ! Walt
Loudmouth thank you for giving out your access /parking spot on Greenwood Lake .
Not gonna be much safe Ice down our way this weekend :'(.supposed to get back to normal temps and lakes should lock back up in a couple days.
I am going to try & get out on sat. somewhere in sullivan co. :icefish:good luck! Let us know how you make out.
i'm off to Paradox Lake with the gang today. lots off ice, and adult beverages!!! see you all sunday! ;D
Another nice one Jager. Lou.
Hey Jager
Nice fish , great job out there ,
Jager...is the Jig Bomb an actual lure or a nickname for a lure? Couldn't seem to get anything to work at Otsego today. Willing to lend any tips?
Was nice to run into you for the first time in 2 years.......hope to fish with you guys soon !!!!!
P.S. 10" clear ice where we are in Vermont ;)
Thanks jager61. I have to check it out. One more question please? What lbs leader do you use? I Usually catch little stockies and 2-6 lbs work great but those fish you caught could my little trout for a snack. Any info on depth too ? Thanks brother and fish on.
hey mike don't give up all your secrets! you will have tough competition to deal with. looks like you guys had a pretty good day on the big O
Steve
Walton is public and the state stocks trout in the spring. There are people who ice fish it allot due to always seeing the same shacks out on it. The lake takes the longest to freeze over due to the amount of wind. Right now it is locked up just don't know how nmany inches it is. Last year one guy did good with catching the holdover trout and caught a real beauty of one. I have caught some fish but never had a great day out there. however only gone a handful of timesI stopped on rt back from Sullivan, Walton looks locked up and seen a lot of foot traffic several yads out from the public access. I didn't see anyone and didn't bother to fish today, I had to straight days but nothing to show for it , lol,m weekend was slow where we fished AGAIN!
Not sure who, where or when..but my buddy sent this pic to me. All I know is that it was on a minnow..and I am jealous....
that's a baby...
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NICE!!! How many#'s..and details! What did you get him on..tip up, jigging..and locations. but only if you want to let us know... ;D
no measurements but my cousin and I both figure around 8 lbs...
Great story! My buddies brother was saying the guy who caught that one said it had to be 10 lbs. :cookoo:
Yours looks like it was swimming in a retention pond of Indian Point!!! I have a personal best, not thru the ice, of 7.4 lbs. Used the length and girth to figure it out..it was big. Good luck out there this year. Hope you get another like that hog...
Harriman still red flagged - Only laurel meadow north open in Sterling Forest.saying big winter storm now for this weekend on the weather channel for upstate ny and new England. Yeah , dead of winter and not one lake in Harriman open ???
saying big winter storm now for this weekend on the weather channel for upstate ny and new England. Yeah , dead of winter and not one lake in Harriman open ???some of the lakes were opened for one day and then it got warm and rained and that was the end of that. They will not open any lakes in harriman for the remainder of the season. Once they close they almost never get the green flag again. Hoping sterling opens up some more though. At least they actually are on top of checking.
Hit Laurel Meadow North today..just my buddy and I, no one else in sight(granted it is a puddle). 6 pickerel's on tip ups, one yellow perch and at least 20 Gills. Largest was 8". I was only able to fish for about 3 1/2hrs. Still a great time. As far as Harriman, I plan on calling tomorrow. The message on the machine mentioned it was from the third..a bit behind they are....good to here that you were able to get out. As for harriman I doubt they will open any lakes even of it gets to 10 below..... They don't like to open lakes after they had already opened and then closed. Just curious how long you have been ice fishing for. I live relatively close to pearl river and its good to get to know other people who ice fish. Doesn't seem to be to many in rockland. I think on iceshanty its only Pooley, yourself and me.
This Friday Im going in to have a couple bone spurs in my shoulder ground down. That puts me out of hole drilling for a while. If anyone feels like drilling a few holes for a gimpy tag-along, please let me know
Im in Dutchess, and will travel into Ulster, Putnam and upper Westchester. I tip-up and jig.
Thank you,
Kb
Is lake Devenoge open to the public? How far Highland lake is it?
I posted this on the IS SOUTHEASTERN GET TOGETHER forum (top of page), but will repeat it here for anyone who isinterested.
THE GET-TOGETHER IS ON MARCH 2, 2013 and is going to be held at LAKE HUNTINGTON (in Cochecton, NY) Sullivan County at 7:00 AM We'll be in sight of the DEC access ramp, so don't worry about finding us !!
BRING YOUR FRIENDS ----- BRING FOOD ---- BRING DRINKS --- COME PREPARED TO HAVE FUN !!!!
RAIN / SNOW DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2013.
good to here that you were able to get out. As for harriman I doubt they will open any lakes even of it gets to 10 below..... They don't like to open lakes after they had already opened and then closed. Just curious how long you have been ice fishing for. I live relatively close to pearl river and its good to get to know other people who ice fish. Doesn't seem to be to many in rockland. I think on iceshanty its only Pooley, yourself and me.
Leland
good to here that you were able to get out. As for harriman I doubt they will open any lakes even of it gets to 10 below..... They don't like to open lakes after they had already opened and then closed. Just curious how long you have been ice fishing for. I live relatively close to pearl river and its good to get to know other people who ice fish. Doesn't seem to be to many in rockland. I think on iceshanty its only Pooley, yourself and me.LOL! 9 of us in my Fire Company alone! ;D
Leland
Just curious how long you have been ice fishing for. I live relatively close to pearl river and its good to get to know other people who ice fish. Doesn't seem to be to many in rockland. I think on iceshanty its only Pooley, yourself and me.
Leland
LOL! 9 of us in my Fire Company alone! ;D
guess whose still alive and getting ready to crawl back on the ice?.... ;D...whatz happening folks ? not many fishy pics on here... ;) :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:Say, holehawg, don't believe we ever met but read about your major heart operation, long may you run man ;D just be careful if and when it is too cold out there, keep the body warm (hands/feet/etc.) ;D It has been a tough season finding safe ice , but Sullivan should be fine. I was hoping Harriman would finally open but it is still closed! lol, Gas is going up so I must choose my trips upstate wisely..lol gl and may you make a full recovery., John
I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the following: I don't recall anyone ever ice fishing the northern most part of Greenwood Lake (north of the 17A bridge). I realize what the main lake offers, but is there any reason you wouldn't fish that section other than access to it. Ie. Food availability, structure, migration, etc.
I spoke to the staff at Sterling Forest on Sunday 02/03 about ice conditions. They said their worker fell through checking Little Dam the day before. Don't forsee it opening anytime soon because it was still closed today.If I'm not mistaken little dam is all of 3 feet deep. I don't know maybe I'm getting it mixed up with another lake. I've fished it before and the deepest i could find was maybe 4 feet max.....
LOL! 9 of us in my Fire Company alone! ;DPooley have you had the pleasure of responding to Good Sam for a fire alarm ???? I swear everytime I'm at work someone smokes a Cigarette in the bathroom and the alarms go off. I'd really like to know who the genius is who put smoke heads in the bathrooms on a detox/rehab floor... ??? besides that the steam from the showers sets it off all the time. the only goood thing is At least half the time we are not connected to 44 Control because of the work being done so the call does not get sent to you guys.
looking at a satellite map it looks more of a swamp than anything else.... and after checking my contour map of the lake it is shallow in there between 0-4ftAll I remember was when I use to launch near chapel island closest to the end of the marina, I always checked that side on rt and nobody really ever fished it above the bridge,, it is really too choked with rotting greenwood lake weed anyway lol
good to here that you were able to get out. As for harriman I doubt they will open any lakes even of it gets to 10 below..... They don't like to open lakes after they had already opened and then closed. Just curious how long you have been ice fishing for. I live relatively close to pearl river and its good to get to know other people who ice fish. Doesn't seem to be to many in rockland. I think on iceshanty its only Pooley, yourself and me.
I am also in Rockland Garnerville as soon they re-open the local lakes I will be out there. I'm heading to my house in the Catskills I'm going icefishing for a couple of days.
Pooley have you had the pleasure of responding to Good Sam for a fire alarm ???? I swear everytime I'm at work someone smokes a Cigarette in the bathroom and the alarms go off. I'd really like to know who the genius is who put smoke heads in the bathrooms on a detox/rehab floor... ??? besides that the steam from the showers sets it off all the time. the only goood thing is At least half the time we are not connected to 44 Control because of the work being done so the call does not get sent to you guys.
Good Sam is a PITA! same guy smoking in the shower, and the law requires the detectors! i even worked there.Law requires them in the bathroom?? I know that they have to be in the room but the only floor that has smoke heads in the bathroom are on the 3rd floor detox. Yeah I know its a PITA lol that's hey I feel bad when you guts come because its never anything. Although there was a small electrical fire in the kitchen a few months ago.. :o
So yesterday, when I got to the pond I go ice fishing on, I realized I forgot my bait. >:(what pond where you out on corndog? A local pond? I have a few myself but since it had gotten warm I'm a little nervous to venture out lol.
Another guy who was just pulling up and I asked if he had any, and in exchange I would give him a few minnows which have been in short supply at some places. He said he didnt have much time, so he would not be needing any minnows but I was welcome to any of the bait he had. Just wanted to say a big thanks to Mike from Q Team in Rockland. An Ice Shanty Member and all-around great guy.
what pond where you out on corndog? A local pond? I have a few myself but since it had gotten warm I'm a little nervous to venture out lol.
LM nice musky ! :clap:
wow your background is soo blurry with the muskie you should clear it up for us. a musky is on my to do list especially cause i live 15 mins from greenwood lake i just dont know the ins and outs of how to catch one. would really like to have a good fight like that. but great fish man
Mike is "the musky master"
Iceboy..I was on Laurel Meadow North,still around 7-8" thick...the only thing open that is flagged..tons of Gills and Pickerel. Is fine for me..I hope to get up north this weekend.I was there today lol. Caught 5 pickerel and a few gills. Nothing worth writing home about though lol. There was two other guys out there and looks like they were getting about the same. Was a good day to be on the ice at least.
What a pig! Congrats man! Did you keep her or C&R??? Just curious I've never eaten muskie before lol.
i did not c&r... i always said bigger than 40" its going on the wall.... this one was fat too 22" girth so on the wall it is goingNotice the red on the pectoral fins in the photo you lifting it out,,and the head shot should also help the tax man air brushes using those pics. WTG Mike! That is an amazing catch. Gilled at the hole without gaff too ;D
Loud Mouth congratulations on your trophy musky, Look forward to seeing the finished mount. Is any of the video On ice shot posted here on Ice Shanty?
A great night of Crappie fishing with my buddy Hardwater Diehard. The one in my right hand is a 2lbs 14.25" personal best
have a question what is the difference in fish species between greenwoodlake and upper greenwood lake
have a question what is the difference in fish species between greenwoodlake and upper greenwood lakegreat youtube video shots LM .. I use to fish upper greenwood lk many years ago. it is private bass/pickerel / yellow perch/sunnies/bull heads from what I remember.
here you guys go!congrats nice catch!
http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage (http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage)
Loud Mouth thank you for posting the video link once again congratulations on a true trophy. I'm a little confused by your answer to Icefisherman 1090 about upper Greenwood Lake and Greenwood Lake,are they to different lakes.
Steve
here you guys go!
http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage (http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage)
here you guys go!that was a epic battle! thanks for sharing. that video is priceless!!!
http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage (http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage)
Thank you for the reply Loud mouth. I maybe wrong but Greenwood Lake is only stocked with hybrid Tiger musky/Norlunge to my knowledge. Also heard you mentioning walleyes on your video are they in both lakes or just Upper Greenwood? Have you purchased a lip grip device or gaff since catching the musky? So you will be ready for the next big fish.
Steve
I have a mac & it wont down load want to see I am sure it is awsome... :whistle: :laugh:
KB....you don't have to ask twice.....I'll be glad to punch some holes for you anytime. Do you know if Sylvan Lake iced up this year??? It isn't always reliable! Thinking about West Branch or Sodom for this coming weekend if things work out. Stay in touch if you're interested.
Rodger
Orange lake nice crappies lots!!thats what i heard. do u know where the deepest area is?
How can we get access to Orange lake?? I'd love to try it.
Damn. That sux. I love chasing crappie
Pm me with some details please. I'm off from work and would really like to get some ice time in
Thanks
Kb
Anyone fishing king of the ice this weekend. Weather looks great. I have fished it once...got skunked but fish it a few times a year and catch a few nice sized perch. i've heard some one caught and 8lbs walleye last week and a 4lbs this week. Anyways, i will be in a frabill commando and clam yukon tc. Stop on by!. Where is the King Of The Ice being held at? Does anyone have the time and the cost to enter?
Couldn't get out this morning got called into work for 6 gonna hit glemmere in am might try Walton after to check. Haven't tried glenmere yet this year how is the ice any one know?was out there Saturday after the snow about 5 inches of solid clear ice. but with the snow it was a pain to walk around and as i was leaving the snow started to melt so there was a lot of water on top. be careful out there.
was out there Saturday after the snow about 5 inches of solid clear ice. but with the snow it was a pain to walk around and as i was leaving the snow started to melt so there was a lot of water on top. be careful out there.all that water was not from snowmelt. what it is is coming up the holes cause of the weight on the ice...
the king of the ice will be at white lake... pre register $12.00 day of contest $15.00 6am- 3pm.Thank you
drove by glenmere today there were 6 people out there fishing
all that water was not from snowmelt. what it is is coming up the holes cause of the weight on the ice...thanks for tip.
drove by glenmere today there were 6 people out there fishingHow thick is the ice? Is there much snow left on the ice? I have been up in college so I haven't had time to check. Might head to glenmere Sunday depending on the ice.
Hello everyone
just wondering if anybody knows how the ice is on glenmere
thanks
jef
How thick is the ice? Is there much snow left on the ice? I have been up in college so I haven't had time to check. Might head to glenmere Sunday depending on the ice.
I think florida use the water from Glenmere as there drinking water. I have seen people using gas augers out there. Can or cant you use gas augers there?
Hey fellas, signs post no gas motors on the lake. I would not want to have one when the DEC roll around for their long checklist. Play dumb or take your chances. And yes a lot of folks rely on the lake for drinking water.
Are gas augers really necessary in our area? I could see if we had 12" or more. I turn my auger 10 times tops to finish my hole. A spud will even work well in these current conditions. Glenmere my guess is iffy at best right now. I was out there late afternoon Sunday and the edges were not good then in certain areas.
The lake has been sucking the last few weeks. There are better places to fish for sure....
I was out on White Lake for a bit Tues. It was way to windy for my liking but the lake has plenty of good ice.
went fishing today and no fish but played around with the panorama on my camerasweet picture loudmouth! What lake is that ?? Doesn't look familiar lol.
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Anybody fish Greenwood since the warmup? Nobody on Glenmere this morning...ice looks decidely crunchy.
Greenwood Lake is having the Annual Ice Festival Feb 15-17. Expect alot of atv's and sled activity especially Sat and Sun buzzing around. The focus of the event will be on the west shore of the northend of the lake. Be Careful.Burp!!!I'll drink to that at the Breezy
Sports nuts still in Rock hill moved to new location on rock hill drive past the on ramp to 17 west bound bout half mile or so on left (past humane society ) ps heard there is no live bait being sold at king of the ice .Good luck to all today on the ice. :tipup:oh OK good to know. I drove by there a while ago and saw that he wasn't there anymore lol. Good to here that he is still in business.
oh OK good to know. I drove by there a while ago and saw that he wasn't there anymore lol. Good to here that he is still in business.The wife of the owner of sports nuts made an announcement at the weigh in for king of the ice she said" all our ice fishing gear is on sale now" al ot of stuff 50% off...give them a call ..in rock hill.
nice job... are you going to say where you got them..lol either way great job...scottland of the free home of the brave ;D
here you guys go!lm, I laughed watching that again , definitely a memorial on ice my friend ;D
http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage (http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage)
lm, I laughed watching that again , definitely a memorial on ice my friend ;D
Fished with Kevin (BC Shanty) today on Lake George. Our groups of three iced 78 lakers! The bite was hot, all jigging! Great fish Kev!
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also heard someone fell threw at glenmere last night.... don't know what part of the lake but that is what one of the guys who was put on stand by said today when I fished with him at King of the Ice... we got skunked by the way no keepers one 10 inch pickerel and one 6" perch out of about 60 tipupsmy guess it was somewhere towards the dam. I've only been there three times and this season and that would likely be the area to thaw knowing what I seen the last time I was there (few weeks ago) it is hard to say with each lake, we had enough to hold a dumptruck where we fished last five days.
WTG with the lakers guys!, it was brutal this morning, we did but a couple of crappie the bite was off and the wind flipped my kenai a few times while trying to scoop holes clean lol..I guess the wind wasn't as fierce up on the king, or do you anchor your sleds ???By far the windiest day I ever fished in (40 mph), did'nt affect the fishing one bit.
WOW!!! :icefish:
My girl got the pole position for the Daytona 500! ;DI usually like reading your posts but you just dropped a rung after this post LOL.
I got those pics on my phone yesterday too...Nice Job Kevin !thanks bro
Fishfighter a Paul Fallski of Florida,NY. won the King of The Ice contest with a 23 & 3/4 inch Walleye that weighted in at 5 pounds 14 ounces.Suprising usually a large chain pickerel is the winning fish.Thanks
Loud mouth- Onice do not get into a big argument over Loud mouth's pb Muskie with the midwest crowd. I can see that thread becoming one of those legal versus ethical debates . To many members have lost their memberships over stupid stuff like the discussion in that thread.
Steve
Anybody know of any baitshops that will be open for the king of the ice say around 7 a.m????????? I know sports nuts is now gone who used to be open for it. Did antithetical baitshop take its place????845 794 2000 sports nuts in rockhill. they are open they only moved down the road. if comming past rockhill exit and turn LEFT. go about a mile, its a dead end road, and sports nuts is on the left RIGHT WHERE THE ROAD ENDS. big open neon sign in window.
thanks bro
I'll be uploading the Kill Shot from where we fished Sunday.....we made a major move about 15 minutes after we spoke...
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and we threw back as many shorts too....
Fishfighter a Paul Fallski of Florida,NY. won the King of The Ice contest with a 23 & 3/4 inch Walleye that weighted in at 5 pounds 14 ounces.Suprising usually a large chain pickerel is the winning fish.mr.clean...long pickerel used to win alot until they changed the rules a few years ago. It used to be the longest fish was champ...now they combine total length and weight for each fish. Pretty sure it is 1 point for every inch, and 1 point for every ounce to get the score for each fish. They made this change to give a nice trout or walleye a chance to win.eg. a 23 inch 4 lb. 8oz. walleye can score higher than a 25" 4 lb. pickerel.
Loud mouth- Onice do not get into a big argument over Loud mouth's pb Muskie with the midwest crowd. I can see that thread becoming one of those legal versus ethical debates . To many members have lost their memberships over stupid stuff like the discussion in that thread.
Steve
Where was the tournament this weekend that the walleye won it .
Choo-Choo Steve thank you for the info. on the scoring system used at the King of the Ice contest. I posted my remarks based on previous years results and the fact that I personally have heard of few people catching trout. (especially lake trout) . I did not even know White Lake had a population of Wall Eyes.Hey , no problem mr clean. White lake does have some walleyes...there were three that were entered at the contest...no trout weighed in this year.
Topher that is one impressive bunch of fish, congratulations must have been a lot of fun.
Steve
Anybody know of any baitshops that will be open for the king of the ice say around 7 a.m????????? I know sports nuts is now gone who used to be open for it. Did antithetical baitshop take its place????
I think I need to move up to lake George (16 more lakers today-all small but lots of fun)Kevin, I trolled and camped on lake George some ten years ago when there seemed to be lots of little landlocks. I would like to own one of those waterfronts..lol.. at least rent one ;D anyway glad you are enjoying the great outdoors.
glenmere 3 inches..... after this rain storm tomorrow there will be no ice anywhereI guess after this warm rain, there won't be nowhere in the lower ny regions safe enough to ice fish. I would recommend heading much further north if looking to ice fish this weekend. Don't forget to wear safety ice spikes and other safety equipment. Soon it is back to open water forum, just too much global warming weather ::)
Just read an article from Bloomingdale, NJ. 2 guys went in today and only 1 made it out. 1 guy from Ringwood, the other from West Milford. Private Lake Iosco. Sad to see. Be safe guys, a few fish aren't worth a chance.that is very sad news. It certainly is not worth the risk! Even with all safety gear. The winters are not as cold as they were many years ago. And now we too must remind each other too many warm days ,especially with wet heavy rain forecasts, to heed those warning signs for unsafe conditions. Water and collapsing ice along the shores is definitely the main indicator to stay off the ice. be safe
glenmere 3 inches..... after this rain storm tomorrow there will be no ice anywheregood in a sense i want to shore fish now!
NEVER!!!!! Id ice fish all year if I could. (Although I do like to fish for blues and stripers from my yak).I know...........but that would be impossible to ice fish all year unless your fishing in the north pole!
NEVER!!!!! Id ice fish all year if I could. (Although I do like to fish for blues and stripers from my yak).x2
Iceballs, there should be enough ice up there, I think the storm won't hurt 12 inches of ice ::)
i was out yesterday on "my lake" and the ice is about 13 inches BUT it has ALOT of air bubbles and was cracking all over the place. the cracking WAS NOT PRESSURE CRACKING. yes it is thick but with all the bubbels it is real soft!!! as for the get together i would say it will not be a good idea from all the wieght on it at the same time. even if you keep distance between people i dont feel it will hold. it was cracking under foot for my 165lbs. IF it were to break it will not be a small hole to go through. think of the pics and videos where theres a 20-30 foot hole where people went through.20 to 30 foot hole ! invite some russians for a polar bear fest! set up the tables in the parking lot! and tell everybody to bring extra underwear and towels ;D
on the otherhand it is still re-freezing at night and the surface ice/snow was not melting yesterday.
Find a happy place.....find a happy place....find a happy place......hahahah!
i was out yesterday on "my lake" and the ice is about 13 inches BUT it has ALOT of air bubbles and was cracking all over the place. the cracking WAS NOT PRESSURE CRACKING. yes it is thick but with all the bubbels it is real soft!!! as for the get together i would say it will not be a good idea from all the wieght on it at the same time. even if you keep distance between people i dont feel it will hold. it was cracking under foot for my 165lbs. IF it were to break it will not be a small hole to go through. think of the pics and videos where theres a 20-30 foot hole where people went through.
on the otherhand it is still re-freezing at night and the surface ice/snow was not melting yesterday.
Onice, nice eyes!
Thanks. My boots are almost dry, and Im ready to go!!!! There was enough ice out in the center, just not around the edge.
Maybe Ill head to Sullivan in search of ice.
Any takers?
Well guys i think its over for me down here. I wasnt able to make it out down here this morning but im glad i didnt because one of my friends took a dip in one of the lakes that we fish up in Monticello. He was able to get out no problem luckily. Time to put the ice fishing stuff away & start getting ready for Striper Fishing. For everyone that i have told we are going Striper fishing on my boat out of Gully Marina up in Newburgh get ready because im ready to catch some more 40 pounds. Ill be jumping over to our other site under the same user name & let people know whats going on with the stripers when i put my boat in on May 1st. Everyone be Safe & carefull on the little bit of ice we have left. Waltme too you take care and make friends ;)
onice2013 I tryed the icon above the smile face & cant get it to work...I will keep trying
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q748/Deweyicefish/IMG952013031095091429_zps9c7b310b.jpg) 28 1/2 in 5 1/4 lb. pike not a monster but enough for 2nd place in pro/am division
Anyone interested in fishing the Delaware tomorrow shoot me a PM. I was going to go today but the water was high, fast, and muddy. Hopefully tomorrow will be better. It's supposed to be cold and possible snow showers. I have bait/boat/truck and am looking to go from Callicoon to Cochecton if anyone is interested. Hopefully leaving around lunchtime or a little before.Disregard, slot has been filled
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left to rt. danno my partner (jakep138 & toxicfisherman) team brotherdads & my self
team brothersdads stayed at the same motel as us . they fish onidea lake most of the time.
hey topher, dont you enjoy this solitude season when everybody is packed up and were on 12" solid and a good bite. aahhh, spring. never had a st. patricks not on the ice with our green hats and guinness. cheers !
Just wanted to welcome Ice Balls son Mark to the Ice Shanty family. Also thank you for posting some photos from the outing at Lake Huntington.Thank you Mr. Clean. You are welcome. And congrats to Dewey. Very Nice!
Steve
To all members still going out stay safe and good fishing. Wetdreams Swingbridge is a possible location for a gathering. The down side is because of its size and use for hydroelectric production the resevior takes a while to freeze over and produce ice thick enough to support a large group of people. I believe this is one reason why the annual King of THe Ice contest was relocated to White Lake.
Steve
I also heard from several people that they keep lowering the water level there without warning, leaving a space between the ice above and the water, If you go through into that space.....you're DONE !!!I forgot about that and you are correct IceBalls. This is why you are not allowed to ice fish on the N.Y.C. reservoirs in the Catskills and futher upstate.
I don't know if it will be me arranging a get-together next year, or someone else, but whoever it is, Swinging Bridge is worthwhile keeping in mind (with an eye towards extreme caution).
IceBalls
Adk Roy my thanks to you and all others for cleaning up and restoring this thread. I will do my best to only report ice conditions and my successes /failure-bad days in the proper community. I think this happens with a lot of the BS threads.:bow: :bow: :bow:
Once again a big thank you to you and all the others Mods. I know we do not make your job easy.
Steve
I gotta try that.....we used to catch Bullheads in a small lake in The Bronx when I was a kid. We'd build a fire and cook them on sticks.....eat them right there. Delicious !!Iceballs.... reuse your dead or used bait for bullhead. We will just put them on the bottom. Just like in the Summer, the bite is usually hot til about 10 PM.
here you guys go!
http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage (http://www.youtube.com/embed/E6HFUtymKOs?feature=player_detailpage)
I seen you had posted recently and reminded of your video, had to watch again. Awesome fish, congrats again!
Nice catch. I hit the spawn and had a few days like that too. Gotta love it.
Thank you for the reply Loud mouth. I maybe wrong but Greenwood Lake is only stocked with hybrid Tiger musky/Norlunge to my knowledge. Also heard you mentioning walleyes on your video are they in both lakes or just Upper Greenwood? Have you purchased a lip grip device or gaff since catching the musky? So you will be ready for the next big fish.
Steve
Just stopping by Ladies and Gents ! LOTS of big things in store for the upcoming season.....Hope to see most of you at some point in time !placed my order through my brother toxicfisher after seeing his rods and playing with them I know what I'm running from here on out ...... ;D
placed my order through my brother toxicfisher after seeing his rods and playing with them I know what I'm running from here on out ...... ;D
It's on the dryer with topcoat of epoxy as we speak....awesome can't wait !!!
I was reading some recent posts on other threads concerning a meet and greet/get together .I was wondering if others in Southeast NY would have an intrest in this type of gathering .Myself i was thinking November (date unknown) in the Middletown NY area as it has easy access I84/ RT17(I86).The Gander Mountain ,Dicks sporting goods as well as Thurway sporting goods should be stocked with ice fishing gear . I know we tried a meet on Huntington last season but did not attend . I believe it went well. I made a New post to discuss this .
Long time no see for most of you, hope you are all looking forward to the upcoming season...I have popped in now and then, but now am pretty much gearing up for the upcoming season...Lots of changes in my situation, which most of you already know about. Picked up a few new Pro Staff positions this off season as well...Tight Lines Boys !
nice to see your around. maybe we can get out this year. and how can i see what ya making???
nice to see your around. maybe we can get out this year. and how can i see what ya making???I own a couple of his rods also, and they rock!
Seems like you guys sure do have a lot of time to work on your stuff.... I'm too busy hunting/workinghey loudmouth hows your hunting season going? were do you hunt at
hey loudmouth hows your hunting season going? were do you hunt at
You in Florida ny? I've passed on a lot so far still waiting for that bigger buck. I hunt in Warwick and Monroe
Hello, ;D soon I can get reports.. this is my first post!
RODGER the next 7 days are not good weather!!!! heat, rain a few days then snow! will drop back below freezing in 7 days... and the rain will not be a comfortable hunt. just so you know what your facing....
is there any access to black lake? or is it private?
Ouch!!!Better stay off black lake then! Anybody been on the ice yet in the sullivan county area? There's around 3" up by hunter in greene county, so in a few weeks there should be around 3" down here if we're lucky. Hope this warm spell doesn't totally ruin the progress we've had so far. It's supposed to get cold quick after the end of the week.I was out on a large private pond on Monday, there was about 3 inches of good solid ice, but I didn't venture out on it again because of the weather. Caught some nice perch a few small crappies and some decent pickerel. Gonna need some more cold to get back out
is there any access to black lake? or is it private?It's Private BUT I know guy's who go there from the back side. If you know someone who has one of the summer homes it's a lot easier to fish .
the access to black lake is very touchy. it is through the woods BUT all the way to the swamp end of black lake then you would need to walk up to it from there. however there is at least 1 of the home owners on black lake that disagrees with those lines giving access and might shoot at people on the ice! this was told to me by the DEC...
Hardwater Diehard thank you for the link to Gander Mountain ice fishing flyer. I should know by Saturday if I have the fourteenth off will bring my Arctic Armor suit for everyone to look over. If need be I will stop by for the first hour bring a change of clothes and go from Gander to work. Just a few questions for you do you need any of us to bring some type of refreshments (Soda ,drink cups, etc.) . Also does the lodge room have some type of dry erase or black board , I have the phone numbers for Sterling Forest state park and Lake Tiorotti field office in Harriman state park plus number for any Orange county owned lake.No dry erase board or black board at Gander Mtn.. I'm working on that ..... I'm going to supply a box of Joe w/cups etc ....if you would like to bring water or something cold that would be great ....they do have a DVD/VCR ....I'll run some In-Fisherman Ice Fishing DVD's for background noise and topics ....That AA suit would be nice to see as I'm really considering a purchase .
Steve
Hey everyone I hope everyone is doing well. I see you guys are meeting up at gander mtn on the 14th. I work there in the fishing department so if your there just ask for joe but I'm not sure if I'm working yet then. What time are you all meeting up there? If anyone has questions just let me know. Ps by the way I hear guys are starting to ice fish small ponds in Sullivan!The meet is from 2PM to 6PM on the 14th ....I spoke with Larry and he was unfamilar with the IceShanty site ....are you guys running any deals that day ....your sister stores further up in NY are having there Ice Expo .....will those deals prices be honored ?
The meet is from 2PM to 6PM on the 14th ....I spoke with Larry and he was unfamilar with the IceShanty site ....are you guys running any deals that day ....your sister stores further up in NY are having there Ice Expo .....will those deals prices be honored ?
Loudmouth879,
How big was the Muskie ?
Loudmouth879,I was targeting eyes that morning and struck out.... Didn't have any luck with the eyes last year marked a few but they just sniffed.... always this year!
Very nice GWL Muskie. I have taken some nice eye's around that same spot on the open water. Maybe if it has ice I'll see you out there.
Shawn
"" Ps by the way I hear guys are starting to ice fish small ponds in Sullivan!""I only got out one day for a few hours on Monday, wouldn't get back on it the next day because it was so warm. Most ice is gone now, which might be good so that if we do get snow, it will not stay on top and impede the ice thickness growth
Ice in Sullivan?! Where? I NEED TO GET ON THE ICE NOW!
Right, before the worm up .
I was hunting behind my place it's a 12" deep smal pound it was frozen ok , want to cut to my stand and walk over :-\ big mistake . It was only 1"- 1 1/2" .
HEY MODS WHY IS MY HANDLE COMING UP AS BOSS JI??? MY HANDLE IS BOSS JIGS!!! IT HAD THE GS IN THE PAST WHY HAS IT BEEN CHANGED???
Let me know what everyone else thinks, but here's what I see with the snow we got last night. The water saturated the snow and when it gets cold again it's going to freeze solid. It won't be as strong as the black ice but at least that's a couple more inches of ice. If it stays cold this week, hopefully be back out on the small waters again next week.
well kb whos feet should i put my weight on??? lol
What did we learn? ;DI learn not to trust my eyes and thx g I only got a liitle wet but let me tell you is a weird feeling going thru , what suked is that i had to go back and change close .
This looks promisingI like it ::)
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Loudmouth I believe there is a thread for Greenwood Lake among the Reports and Conditions forum.
There are more lakes than just greenwood lake in orange county that people fish.... its okay tho I'll keep my honey holes to myself ;DDo tell....we should add an Orange County lake to the possible on ice gathering for later this season ...as I am not familar with the waters in Orange county that would be good for parking/access safe ice etc.
loudmouth879 is right lots of lakes but Greenwood Lake is the biggest with lots of parking would be a good spotI was under the impression Greenwood lake had very limited access ...all private lands and marinas ? If there is parking where would one find it ? Thanks in advance .
We are # 2! :flex:
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Just means you guys talk to much.... ;D ;D ;) ;) ;)
I was under the impression Greenwood lake had very limited access ...all private lands and marinas ? If there is parking where would one find it ? Thanks in advance .
loudmouth, you know I wouldn't give up any classified gps musky hotspots ;D
Leaving for the gathering in a few minutes ...hope to meet alot of you there .see everyone there!! Those that don't know I work at gander mtn in the fishing department and I will b working today. Just ask for joe.
see everyone there!! Those that don't know I work at gander mtn in the fishing department and I will b working today. Just ask for joe.say joe, be safe if driving under these slippery conditions,, my road is white and the town salters have yet to bother plowing or salting it. Same because I was going to stop at donkin donuts for a huge box full of assorted donuts..on rt to the meet. Anyway gl
Hello everyone
I was wondering if anybody knew of any safe ice in sullivan or ulster counties
thanks
jef
Just got my mousies that i ordered.... all look alive and well. Luckily I ordered before the price went up $2 :onOW watch they be in the baitshops this year ;D I prefer mousies anyday but spikes will do fine as well.. either come in handy and important for panfishing. I would rather tip a half minnow on the hardlures.. like the sonar in 1/4oz or 3/8oz colorS I have done well is chartruese /perch patterns fire tiger.. spro barreled to main line a 20inches 8 lb flourocarbon leader my knot is a Davey knot.. fast strong easy to tie.. works great for all species. Go with lighter combo for pannies and bigger jig combo for the bigger gamefish :tipup:
nOW watch they be in the baitshops this year ;D
Just what we want to hear.... another 3-5 inches of snow on tuesdayforecast is freeze weather .. maybe another week the lks will lock up
forecast is freeze weather .. maybe another week the lks will lock up
Warming up to almost 50 by the end of the week with rain. >:(I know it sucks!! But it's still going to be below freezing at night! And it will be 30 again right after the 50 degree weather. It will be soon enough!
Honestly the quick warm-up/rain will be the best thing for us.... melt all the snow and shouldn't hurt the ice that much... all of that equals good hard iceI sure hope so!!
As far as Lake Tiorotti goes if you have commercial plates on your truck like I do you Cannot Drive on seven lakes drive without getting a ticket. WaltI think even pickup trucks can't have caps so I called it they said it was fine.. I am not sure about commercial plates but , I asked tiorotti circle and I was told not big commercial vehicles.. I can not be sure these days but I would call if in doubt.
Thank you for the information Hardwater Diehard . Just for your and others knowledge check with one of the Mods. before posting any contest info. the contest must meet certain conditions to be posted on Ice Shanty. I believe both of these contests meet the requirements. Also near the bottom of page that lists all the communities is one labled Ice fishing events contest info. can be posted there look for proper State location before posting. It was nice to meet you this past Saturday HardWater Diehard thank you again for your work organizing the preseason meeting.
Snowden I agree Lakes Tiorotti or Slivermine in Harriman State park would be great locations for a gathering both have good size parking areas. Unfortunately the Palisades Inter State Park Commission (PIPC) which manages both Harriman and Sterling Forest State Park have a policy of 6 inch minimum of ice before they will open certain lakes for ice fishing. In recent years due to budget cuts they check ice conditions less frequently many times only one small pond in Sterling has been open for fishing. The no alcohol policy and dusk park closing may deter some members from coming to any gathering held at either location. The PIPC. also manages Bear MNT. State park-Hessian Lake right behind Bear MTN. Inn. I will look up phone numbers for Sterling Forest visitors center and Lake Tiorotti field office in H.S.P. and post later today or tomorrow for everyone use and knowledge call before going to any of these parks especially if driving any distance. Davis Sporting goods on rt.17 north in Sloatsburg is the closet bait shop to all the parks I will look up their number and post it with the other phone numbers .
Steve
Thank you for the information Hardwater Diehard . Just for your and others knowledge check with one of the Mods. before posting any contest info. the contest must meet certain conditions to be posted on Ice Shanty. I believe both of these contests meet the requirements. Also near the bottom of page that lists all the communities is one labled Ice fishing events contest info. can be posted there look for proper State location before posting. It was nice to meet you this past Saturday HardWater Diehard thank you again for your work organizing the preseason meeting.I have fished both open and hardwater in Harriman for over thirty seasons. I wish to fish it this season..I hope for ice this season in Harriman
Snowden I agree Lakes Tiorotti or Slivermine in Harriman State park would be great locations for a gathering both have good size parking areas. Unfortunately the Palisades Inter State Park Commission (PIPC) which manages both Harriman and Sterling Forest State Park have a policy of 6 inch minimum of ice before they will open certain lakes for ice fishing. In recent years due to budget cuts they check ice conditions less frequently many times only one small pond in Sterling has been open for fishing. The no alcohol policy and dusk park closing may deter some members from coming to any gathering held at either location. The PIPC. also manages Bear MNT. State park-Hessian Lake right behind Bear MTN. Inn. I will look up phone numbers for Sterling Forest visitors center and Lake Tiorotti field office in H.S.P. and post later today or tomorrow for everyone use and knowledge call before going to any of these parks especially if driving any distance. Davis Sporting goods on rt.17 north in Sloatsburg is the closet bait shop to all the parks I will look up their number and post it with the other phone numbers .
Steve
Possibly walking on water tomorrow! However with 47*/43* saturday and 64*/42* on sunday then highs in the 30's and lows in the 20's...PERFECT! Get rid of that snow, melt that junk ice and refreeze into black hard ice. Just keep away the wind and rain.... showers will be okayHope your right loudmouth, If that snow does'nt melt quick enough-we will be stuck with weak ice
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Hope your right loudmouth, If that snow does'nt melt quick enough-we will be stuck with weak ice
Before I forget below are the phone numbers for Sterling forest visitors center, Lake Tiorotti fielid office in Harriman state park and Davis Sport Shop in Sloatsburg,NY. .
Sterling Forest (845) -351=5907 Lake Tiorotti field office (845)-351-2568 Davis Sport Shop (845)753-2198
Also here is the number for Winding Hills Park off of rt.17k ,park straddles Town of Crawford -Town of Montgomery line . Only larger main lake is open when ice is ruled safe part of Orange county park system. The lake is 40 acres in size mainly Blue Gills, Sunfish and Yellow Perch.
Winding Hills Park ranger station (845)-457-4018 The closet locations for bait are Tom's off of rt.17m in Fair Oaks,NY. and Thruway Sporting Goods (Market) at the foot of Oak Street in Walden.
thanks for the phone numbers and good info Steve I am sure it will be after new years for any safe ice in Harriman Park .. I cam not sure if I seen on the weather channel this am 5 day forecast showed 701 degrees for highs in somerset nj om Sunday? I wonder now if this recent freeze will hold after the weekend? I am hoping to be drilling out a few holes at my usual haunts this weekend
Steve
Just read in the paper that someone fell thru the ice in the North Arm of Greenwood Lake yesterday & had to be rescueded by The fire department. It didn't say if he was fishing or what he was doing out there. LETS BE CAREFULL OUT THERE GUYS. NO FISH IS WORTH IT ! Waltno doubt about it i won't bother if ice is less 5 inches ,,I doubt this weekend is a go anywhere south of Monticello . Whatever ice existing will melt fast with high temps
Just read in the paper that someone fell thru the ice in the North Arm of Greenwood Lake yesterday & had to be rescueded by The fire department. It didn't say if he was fishing or what he was doing out there. LETS BE CAREFULL OUT THERE GUYS. NO FISH IS WORTH IT ! Walt
my fishing partner has been to highland. he says there is open water there still...ok thanks I figured there will be still open water.
Walked on water in Orange County with my fishing buddy/cousin YesJacker for 2 and a half hours... in spots 2" white ice and 3" black and in other spots 1" white then 3" water and 2" black... Slow day but managed a few crappies and gills... Very soft bite pics will follow.Nice man! What town in Orange(not asking for the lake I know some guys don't give up secrete spots)
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4 crappie 8 gills take home.... about 8-10 others too small that went back
this weather is BULL😁 Im going Blackfishing😃
this weather is BULL😁 Im going Blackfishing😃I want to do that too but, i got to go upstate,, there is enough ice where i go for sure,, wish i could squeeze a blackfish trip in too this baLMY WEEKEND
Hi-Everyone I'm excited for another year of Ice Fishing. I own a home in Sullivan county in between Liberty and Roscoe NY. I hope by Mid January we should have safe ice in my area !!! I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe Ice fishing year.You too OldHunter!
Went by Glenmere today. Two guys fishing close to shore by the park. Didn't have time to stop and ask how thick the ice was. Was it any of you guys on here?
I will tell here in SULLIVAN me and my buddy had a gorgeous day..ice was 5 inches black and 2 slush top in some spots. .biggest waz a 12 inch perch.. gander has Mousies.. will not dare tomorrow. .we kept half dozen for tonight's fry..heading home tomorrow. .will not risk this thaw here.
Any word on lake Superior. Cant wait to try it but im looking to see if anyone knows what is going on up there .I was out there on Thursday, there was about 4 inches of ice with about a foot of snow. I caught a few small pickerel and a couple of small perch. By the end of the day it was slushy between the snow and ice. There were a few people fishing yesterday and Friday. I wouldn't venture out there until it gets cold again though. Next week's temps look a lot better.
LM, 2.99 Aas many years Go..mousies do work the best iin my opinion. I am still up here 8n SUllivan..heading home in the fog soon.. hope traffic ain't bad.I think after MOnday the freeze returns but it will take at least a good week after all the warm rain and runoff.
How many you know where your favorite spots are and why they are favorite spots ???
they weren't aggressive and slow to take.. lot of misses,, aqnd some were not even interested .. i tried other perch jigs too and still no magic lure.. so it is more than presentation or bait. although it helps.. the fish have to be in feed mode..
Went by Glenmere today. Two guys fishing close to shore by the park. Didn't have time to stop and ask how thick the ice was. Was it any of you guys on here?
I saw the guy fishing on Glenmere last weekend - the ice was just about 2 inches. :o
I do not have balls like his size and I knew for sure that there is no hope for the good ice in NY for another two to three weeks - so I just decided to cheat and traveled North - all the way across the Canadian border.
I fished beautiful lake near Ottawa - tons of ice and snow.
Got myself 7 (seven!) Northern Pikes in seven hours. The biggest one was around 24".
Perch is not good over there - dinks mostly.
Came home couple of hours ago - tired and happy!
The season is officially open!
Would love to add pictures - but it is not working for me on this forum for some reason.
Does anyone know what should be done to enable it?
Driving back from Canadian border all the way to Woodbury, NY I was able to see clearly that the winter lost the battle - at least for now: not a single trace of snow, all lakes are 90% open with small patches of ice here and there.
It will take time to fix the damage.
Let's stay patient.
Congratulation on the trip , how much they charge you for fishing license up there ?
For pictures I use Photobucket , I don't think you cab just browse and add a picture from a folder .
now you don't have to click the link
pwg, that is an amazing long haul for a weekend trip.. I'm assuming you traveled round trip from Canada to orange county ny in a compact vehicle ??? Anyway that is some strong passion for ice fishing! ;D I would have boarded a head boat down along the jersey shore in pursuit of blackfish if I had no ice fishing opportunity on Saturday in Sullivan county.. Glad you made out okay with the Canadian trip. nice pike. I see in today's news outages due to ice storms up in Maine,
Loudmouth879,
Great! Thank you!
But - how did you do it? :)
well i have a mac so all i did was just left click on the image select copy image address and then put img, /img in [] in the front and behind the address i pasted....
read this also it will help probably more than I can http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=31022.msg300148#msg300148 (http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=31022.msg300148#msg300148)
Is there fishable ice anywhere in Sullivan? Want to get out this weekend but don't want to drive an hour+ for nothingMy guess is it will take several freezing nights.. I wonder too how Glenmere fared after that warm runoff ???
I don't know about Huntington but I was on a few other lakes near liberty today and there was at least 6 inches of black ice plus a little white ice. There were plenty of 4 wheelers and snowmobiles parked out on the ice too. Just be careful about how you get on the ice Bc it's thinner by shore in some spots other spots are solid. The perch bite was pretty good.
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Thanks fishguts I would hate to drive up for nothing but thats good news
yesterday i was told by my fishing partner that there is still open water on huntington in the middle.
The weather channel just said a chance of flurries. I like them better.
Mine is from the app
Good news 5-12" of snow predicted as of now but the good news is on Monday 48 and rain! Get rid of the snow and make some glare ice. I sure hope your right! And they don't have the jigs ur looking for. It's whatever they send the store we get. A lot of stuff I want gander mtn to send but they don't! Have a safe and happy new year everyone!
. I sure hope your right! And they don't have the jigs ur looking for. It's whatever they send the store we get. A lot of stuff I want gander mtn to send but they don't! Have a safe and happy new year everyone!
I'll likely wait even though safe ice is likely by weekend. Just too much bs snow/single digit weather in the forecast.. but at least the new year is looking good. Loudmouth, I am going to try 1/6 oz reef runner cicada lures (firetiger) I ordered from fishusa. only bought a couple but , i like how well these and other type of vertical sonar lures worked in the past. Many hours attest on open water 1/4oz. size 8 trebles up to 3/8 oz. with size 6 trebles in similar patterns work great bottom jigging for big fish .. I have light, medium and heavy jig combos for whatever the occasion. these little 1/6 oz have two barb size 10 i believe, should work just as good especially for pannies.
weird cause they are in the middletown store's online hardwater flyer lol so I'm guessing they will have them eventually?idk we might not get most of that stuff in.
agree, i like to see first before ordering anything online.. many times even if you get a picture online, it is not what is expected.. I was up at Gander weekend before xmas.. I have to say I was pretty impressed with the ice lures and tackle they have in stock. IMHO, prices are very reasonable too.
Do u guys think the warm weather Sunday and Monday will effect the ice? Since its so cold the rest of the days.......
At least three guys on the Glenmere today - really close to the shore. ;D
Let's wait for the reports.
The best is when you're drilling a hole with the hand auger and a crack forms right through the middle of the hole going out both sides in the ice!
I will be try & get out this weekend ... good luck to all & be safe ... :icefish:I wish to get a trip in this weekend too but it depends on the weather..speaking to which a topic of ,, "when are fish more likely to bite" before a front /during a front or after a storm front passes over?
Fish a pond today in OC 4-5" of ice.... Very slow bite. Caught about 10 shiners in the 7" to 9" range post a pic of the 9" one later.... One crappie 9.5" and let that go to grow and some dink gills...that is huge, almost looks like a carp lol... I guess that is a red shiner? never seen anything as big except in a Florida bait shop where they float bait that size for lmb.
9" almost thought about bringing it home
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Heard 2-4" depending where you go
that is huge, almost looks like a carp lol... I guess that is a red shiner? never seen anything as big except in a Florida bait shop where they float bait that size for lmb.
golden shiner
Are there any safe lakes by Newburgh? My buddy called and asked me to him and his son out, so I want to make it nice for the kid. I'd like to get him 'hooked'.
Thanks
Are there any safe lakes by Newburgh? My buddy called and asked me to him and his son out, so I want to make it nice for the kid. I'd like to get him 'hooked'.
Thanks
5-6" black ice at a small pond in Ulster Co. today. 3 chain pickerel (12", 16", 18") on tip ups and a small 10" largemouth bass jigging.
Anyone check out the Bridge yet?
He lives in Newburgh, so I wanted to keep him local in case his kid gets cold. Personally I was thinking of whites or another small pond.
Upton is a far drive for them, but I'm looking forward to getting out there myself though. IB we never did get together, let's try and plan something out this year.
Hit a local lake for an ice check and got 5 solid inches of black ice here in oc. Got to fish for half hour and got a pickerel and 4 sunnies before I had to run to get to the gym start of a great year
On another note.... fished today on another private lake and boy was it worth it... 12 perch smallest was 10".... the other 11 were all over 13" with one being roughly 15"....that is awesome catch.. i know any perch over 12 inches is big enough for eats..15 inch perch is huge congrats
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this picture doesn't do them justice.... I'll take some better ones when i fillet them up... waiting for them to thaw a bit lol
upton is plenty safe 4 inches plus the day of the snow...im sure there is close to 6 by now...
Has anyone been out on Greenwood lake yet. Just wondering if there's any safe ice.
nice eats there LM , I wish to get out this weekend but hopefully during the week after the crazy rain /ice weather.. today must be awesome on any the lakes..Anybody have the latest on Harriman? Somebody here mentioned some park officials measured just shy of green flaqs for some gates.. i will likely call during the week,, suppose melt snow and refreeze all later in the week.. perhaps this season is looking good for plenty safe ice soon ;D
..Anybody have the latest on Harriman? Somebody here mentioned some park officials measured just shy of green flaqs for some gates.. i will likely call during the week,, suppose melt snow and refreeze all later in the week.. perhaps this season is looking good for plenty safe ice soon ;D
plain old jigging Siberian style. :)
What is Siberian style??? I was at Upton and didnt get anything off tip-ups or jigging.
Nice EYE Coldfusion where is White Pond or do you mean White Lake ?
do you need a permit to fish chadwick lake in newburg, or can i just show up and fish? are there any other lakes in the newburg area that offer public access. i travel about 45 minutes every week to get my bait down there and was wondering if there are any lakes nearby that i can try.
Thanks everyone. I appreciate the advice. I'm definitely up for that KB! Actually, the bait shop I go to is Ward's. Best shiners on the planet, plus a really nice guy!If I lived up by you, I'd be targeting all the sweetwater lks and ponds further north just above Albany,, I am not sure where in Ulster you reside but, you are less half the milage to great fishing regions in nys.. Saratogo, copperstown.. the lower ADK region and many far better ice fishing opportunities.. than Esopus creek or tidal waters on the polluted Hudson river. good luck all the same
.... Actually, the bait shop I go to is Ward's.
Went to Sullivan yesterday.
Had a very good day of fishing on 4 to 5 inches of black ice.
That was a blust! Almost non-stop action for 5 hours.
Ended up with over 30 yellow perches (half of them in 11-12"range) and 4 pickerels - on the smaller side.
Pickerels and biggest perch - on tip-ups, the rest - plain old jigging Siberian style. :)
Here are the couple of pictures - beginning of the day and final product - ready to cook perch.
And yes - I'm Russian and we are considering fish eggs a delicacy! :) :) :)
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I was wondering if any ice report on swinging bridges I know it's always one of the last ones to lock up anyone been there
Slammin big eyes in that reservoir. Few years back I put a 10lb, 7 lb, 6 n 5lber on the ice all in one day. I fished that reservoir 9 times that season and limited every time. I released most big girls though so I know they are still in there somewhereIf you dont mind me asking where did you park/gain access to Swinging Bridge ? Drove by it last Ice season and the public launch had a cable across it ...
SNOWDIN tring to figure out y I can not pm back will try later at the home computer
Slammin big eyes in that reservoir. Few years back I put a 10lb, 7 lb, 6 n 5lber on the ice all in one day. I fished that reservoir 9 times that season and limited every time. I released most big girls though so I know they are still in there somewhereTHING WITH THOSE BIG OLD COWS IS THEY REALLY AREN'T GOOD EATS,,FISHY TASTES FOR ANYTHING OVER 24INCHES, i LET GO ANYTHING OVER 22 INCHES,, BUT ONLY BECAUSE i KNOW FROM MY OWN EXPERIENCE.. NOT TO MENTION BIG OLD BREEDER SIZE ARE MORE LIKELY TO SPAWN SUCCESSFULLY IF RELEASED UNHARMED. bUT THERE IS NO HARM KEEPING A PRIZED FISH ONCE IN A WHILE.. THEY ARE NOT THAT EASY TO CATCH ;D
How is Glenmere lake looking in Florida ?
LOL... Boss I have to ask... why bother telling us that... just saying..lol ???
i was out today in Sullivan county. i had 10 inches of ice. dont ask cause im not telling where.... ice is here and safe. good luck
anyone know if shawangunk lake is open to the public?
Is the ice thick enough for fishing yet in Dutchess/Putnam/Westchester NY ? I'm assuming that some of the smaller lakes are ready i.e. White Pond in Putnam. I don't think Sylvan Lake in Beekman or the Reservoirs are ready yet . Please let me know if any lakes have enough ice to fish. Thanks jiceman
I'll be fishing tomorrow evening into the night for some Crappies! Hopefully they're bitting before the storm
Where are you going - I need some crappie lessons. :)
I got three pretty decent ones on Glenmere last year, but
I wasn't fishing for them.
Of course - I mean PM me. :)
Harriman has 6 lakes open. Tiorati,Welch,Askoti,Skannatati,Nawahunta, and Silvermine. Hopefully I will be out on Silvermine tomorrow.
Harriman has 6 lakes open. Tiorati,Welch,Askoti,Skannatati,Nawahunta, and Silvermine. Hopefully I will be out on Silvermine tomorrow.
bet after saturday they are all closed again
Taking a short break right now to warm up.I'm hoping to get out later ....I have a question about your Clam Auger ....how thick waas the ice and how many holes did it actually cut ....as i have Strikemaster lazer 6 in matched to a Dewalt 20volt max (slim batt 1.5 amp) I got 20 holes in 5-6 inces of ice ... was thinking but upgrading the battery to 3.3 amp and adding the Clam conversion plate ...thanks for your reply
The fish are really biting this morning. They wouldn't even let my spoon hit bottom sometimes.
At least a dozen gills over 9 inches. A couple of nice bass even though I lost a nice 4 pounder at the hole.
The ice is nice and thick. Using the new clam conversion auger this morning for the first time and it rips!
With a makita It's like using a gas auger. Fast and easy! Drills many holes.
I was drilling through 9-10 inches of black ice fast.Thanks for your reply ....hafta add that to my "to get list" :icefish:
I got about 12-13 holes per slim battery.
So that would be over 25 with the big battery.
The conversion plate is nice. Very light weight set up. About 14 lbs.
Handles like a gas auger.
That's a nice long day. Congrats and thanks for the report.
Way to go corndog. Nice day of fishing. Hopefully I'll make it out for the next go round.
Report from Silvermine in Harriman State Park:
These results were from the group I was with and two guys I met up with later in the day:
I personally landed some impressive yellow perch and gills...
The bite was very good in the morning. Died off around 11am. Met some really great guys today.
The yellow perch bite was remarkable. Gills were slower but big. Some dinks of each.
Three largies were landed on the jig. Two were over 3lbs.
Tip ups with pin heads resulted in yellow perch and pickerels. Nothing on larger baits. :tipup:
No crappies ???
The bite picked up later in the day, but nothing compared to the morning.
On the ice around 8am, off at 430pm.
Good job!
I was just wondering if you are allowed to ice-fish the West Branch Reservoir? I've never fished there before and I heard that they stock it. Any info would be great. Thank you.you can icefish that reservoir both day and night but you need a reservoir permit that you can get from the DEP
were do guys fishing putnam and westcheaster get bait when fishing the res once we get a good freeze i was looking give them a try being just over a hour from me beats a 4-5 hour to the dacks
were do guys fishing putnam and westcheaster get bait when fishing the res once we get a good freeze i was looking give them a try being just over a hour from me beats a 4-5 hour to the dacks
Try Bob's Bait & Tackle, Corner of Rt. 35 and Rt. 100thanks
Can't say for sure but I heard Bobs was closed!
Just hearsay though!
Cross river on 35 about 4 miles east of 684 is opened.
Tri County in Patterson .
Bills on 55 in Wingdale.
Cross river wants 13 a dozen for shiners I heard.
Any word if Sylvan stayed locked up with the recent temps?Yes sylvan as of this morning was ice covered on the whole lake... is it safe... Im thinking NOT and wont be for a while in this weather... til it is below freezing all day and night... for many days... I would not trust it... just my experience fishing it for 30 plus years... but what do i know... some nut case was on it the other day... i a shanty... right near a inlet and under water spring... lucky them to get off without a problem...
Ill wait till next weekend.
Thanks for the heads up on Slyvan. I've lived here and fished it my whole life too but went up to LG this past weekend and had a BLAST with the lakers and perch, even got my first eye through the ice on another local lake. There were 6/7" of ice on LG in the main body. Had a great weekend of fishing & firsts! ;DGreat job ... one down many more to go... good luck the rest of the way...
Thanks for the heads up on Slyvan. I've lived here and fished it my whole life too but went up to LG this past weekend and had a BLAST with the lakers and perch, even got my first eye through the ice on another local lake. There were 6/7" of ice on LG in the main body. Had a great weekend of fishing & firsts! ;D
Good Morning Everyone does anyone know if White Lake still has safe ice after the rain storm this past weekend?
hit a local lake in warwick and had 7 inches of ice. bite was slow till about half hour from dark. got some gills a perch and lost a reallly nice crappie at the whole. lake is very slick nice sliding all over.
I'm hoping this thaw is over soon. We always seem to get one in January , but it's usually earlier in the month.
The snow I can do without, but I want the ice.
FOR ALL YOU GUYS HEADING "NORTH" FOR THE WEEKEND......... Suggest you head just far enough North to be at Lake Huntington (in Cochecton, Sullivan County) on Sunday, Jan 19 for the 5th annual IceShanty SENY Get-together.
Come catch some fish, meet your fellow SE-NY neighbors, and have some fun !!!
Has anyone been to any local lakes (not looking for secret spots) to check ice thickness?
razvy No lake name but what town was it around or County trying to see if the ice will be safe around Forestburgh NY Sullivan CountyYes Shawn , i was not to far from Swinging Bridge.
I'm heading to the Catskills tomorrow. Has anyone ever ice- fished either Morningside Lake(Fallsburg) or Lake Tennanah (Rosco NY)? I printed goggle maps on both but any other tips would be appreciated.DEC has a map for morningside very shallow ...suppose to be walleye in there ....its snowing and sticking as I type ... so the temps should be with you ....I believe Tennanah is private ...as previously stated ...good luck
Is the shore ice holding up good enough that you can get out without a plank? Planning opn heading up to the catskills on saturdayOn my local lake(lower Sullivan)yesterday North shore line took a beating ....bout 2-3 foot out thin or no ice ...plank needed ...got bout a half inch of snow today so that'll help with the radiant heat some ...only got above freezing for a short time today ....next week appears that a cold spell arrives mid week ...BRING IT
Fished today from 12 noon until dark, beautiful sunny day little wind 8-10 mph S-E, slow bites until sun down and the bite was on but extremely light, most of the time I had to guess ,I only fish one rod one jig one wax, ice was ok 5" lots of cracks but safe, little water in top.next time i'll put aruler on that 13 incher ;D nice eats raz
Kept was in the picture reliese 5-6 under 10", for reference that piece of plywood is 9"
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next time i'll put aruler on that 13 incher ;D nice eats razThx guys ,
Lots of sad fisherman in DC after these temps :(yeah man, I ain't nuts, I wouldn't bother DC..go way6 the heck up (bring a ladder ;D just in case.. I have that option.. but only bring it in case some numbskulls need assisstance.. i bring planks too for emergency help/personal use shoulds i decide it is needed bit still check thickness..i always want this time of season at least 6 inches
Thank you guys for the responses pretty nice of you all. I will check out morning side for sure thanks Boss for the tips. I always catch and release anyway so I'm just looking for a little action. I will scout out a few lakes tomorrow and report on here. Looks like they are calling for snow showers and windy conditions all weekend.It sure got quiet in here ???hmmmm MAYBE ??? NAH NEVERMIND, IT JUST COULDN'T BE :P
It sure got quiet in here ???hmmmm MAYBE ??? NAH NEVERMIND, IT JUST COULDN'T BE :P
Gander Mountain is disappointing me this year.... Didn't have anything I wanted today when I stopped in although most items are back in stock there are a lot that still are out of stock (ice fishing). Would've went to dicks but their ice fishing selection is worse than what the bait shops have. They missed out on $100 today that went to cabelas.
I heard they removed all their animal mounts do to a complaint and maintenance issues($$) and that they will be replaceing the bait room with..now prepare yourself...A STARBUCKS!!!!! I have decided to no longer spend any of my cash at Gander. Sorry if this bothers anyone..
Not surprised.... there are some mounts in the bait shop but haven't really looked around to see if the other ones were taken down or not. If I was the manager I would've said straight up to the person who complained. Sorry this is a outdoor/sporting goods store that caters to hunters and fisherman (not as much as hikers and outdoor clothing it seems) and if you don't like the animal mounts you can take your business elsewhere. That's the nicer version lol. It's just a shame that their store is going downhill over the years. Maybe we need a Cabela's to come to the Medowlands like it was supposed to!
I would have ordered online from gander because of the free shipping to the store and to my house (if it's over $50) but couldn't even find the stuff on their website.... it's a shame
I also noticed that their bait includes large and medium shiners and fatheads..... they have a spot for sawbellies with nothing in it as well as a spot for small crayfish with nothing it in. How about some small shiners? Their fatheads are too small and their mediums are too big for the perch imo. In years past they usually had all of the sizes small medium and large with fatheads here and there.... I support my local bait shop in florida when I need bait since they have the sizes I want and their larges are actually large! but gander is my 2nd option and 3rd is toms bait due to his price and distance away from me. His bait always seems to die quicker than everywhere else another reason he is my last choice
Best place to get gear for any season is wards bait and tackle in Newburgh he has everything all the time and is cheaper than the big box bull
Best place to get gear for any season is wards bait and tackle in Newburgh he has everything all the time and is cheaper than the big box bull
Is the fish in still going on Sunday? Need more info
The Huntingtonok thanks.
Get-Together is postponed to Highland Lake on Feb. 15
BigJoes - out there two weeks ago at Swinging Bridge with my kid. East side,south of a couple of Marinas we found a State launch that had a big cable across it preventing access to the parking lot. There was enough room to get the truck off the road and walk inyeah the ice should b good now. There was a sign along the road that said tow away zone so I didn't chance it.
. No signs that anyone had gotten in that way but there was no snow that would show sled tracks. Ice was sketchy so we didn't fish.
That is one huge crappie raz.. is that 16 inches? ALBEIT A HUGE FISH ;D my catch was like this each three days..
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Nice pictures , yes was very close to 16" a hair under , congratulation on your catch ;)
thx guys for the compliments
Anyone making it out on Sylvan? I know it was still locked up but lost a lot of ice with the recent thaw. If it's not safe now it should be towards the end of this week with these temps coming up.Sylvan is locked up... saw someone drilled a hole about 15 from the dec launch but no others i say there was about 2.5 inches... no wet spots anywhere on the fresh snow so im thinking by sat. it should be ok...
coorslight....i dont think youre allowed to fish for trout with dynamite !!!!!
Sylvan is locked up... saw someone drilled a hole about 15 from the dec launch but no others i say there was about 2.5 inches... no wet spots anywhere on the fresh snow so im thinking by sat. it should be ok...
Thanks for the update, I'll get there to check it out later this week and hopefully get some holes drilled. I was so excited to get on there until the last warm up. I'm not complaining too much, I've kept myself busy fishing LG catching my first laker and then Oneida for eyes. Maybe losing some local ice was a blessing in disguise ;)im going to check also... yes lg is sweet but i love fishing here too...lol good luck and ill post ice amount for you here if i get there before you... take care
Lookin for a dynamite trout spot.....any suggestions?you have some of the best brown trout fishing within a couple of miles
8 1/2 " at Chodikee. Too cold/windy to fish for more than 15 minutes (left the shanty at home)
My bro was out on Blue Lake in Sterling Forest today. I guess all them lakes have green flags.
I know it is going to be solid as ever when I give it another go very soon ;D... I do have a request for any moderators about this site.. First I like to ask the others who post here, what do you feel about seeing the first (oldest posts) on this thread when you log in ??? ::) I mean, to me it is quite silly to have to see old posts from previous seasons and having to click to get to most recent posts.. mind that I tried several different settings /preferences .. under my profile to no avail.. still see characters such as " pooley" and the likes who obviously aRE NO LONGER on this thread... so I ask the moderators to at least clear the old posts dating back the previous seasons .. what do others posting here regularly say?
No leave the old stuff all you need to do is click on this (http://i44.tinypic.com/2a0ja1j.png) and it will bring you to the latest post! It all the way on the right side when you are looking at all the threadsI do not see anything on the right that deletes very old topics dating back to a time when those subscribers were valid,, I asked the moderators to remove all invalid subscriptions to remove what appears to be clutter when I log on.. I tried every feature to do it myself.. besides 317 posts is enough even for NSA data mining lol..
Also stopped at wards since I was in the Newburgh area and he didn't even have what I needed.... I guess nobody carries P-line flourocarbon leader material anymore ???
I do not see anything on the right that deletes very old topics dating back to a time when those subscribers were valid,, I asked the moderators to remove all invalid subscriptions to remove what appears to be clutter when I log on.. I tried every feature to do it myself.. besides 317 posts is enough even for NSA data mining lol..
Just click on the last page. There is some great info in the older posts....
I agree ..leave the old stuff.....loads of good info.......i don't want to see topher/pooley /holehawg and others who no longer post here.. they are inactive all season.. i find it annoying when i log into this thread..would putting them on ignor work instead? I pm'd moderators so i guess they may help modify this special request.
i don't want to see topher/pooley /holehawg and others who no longer post here.. they are inactive all season.. i find it annoying when i log into this thread..would putting them on ignor work instead? I pm'd moderators so i guess they may help modify this special request.
(http://i43.tinypic.com/20ub91t.png)I see .. okay..i will try.. it is just annoying to have to press extra keys to rid the old posts from the beginning of 317 posts.. I think pooley and holehawg ,hockey and many others are gone anyway. so i rather not see all the clutter when i do log on
Also it's not going to delete the posts it just brings you to the most recent post.... Why delete everything its a BS thread no point to delete it
Hit my honey whole for 1/2 day , was nice in the beginning after 2pm the wind was bad and felt like 0ş but manage 10 crappie and few perch , one was shy of 16" :( rest 15 ..14 smallest 13dang man thats a huge crappie congrats
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Loudmouth, I got p-line at Dicks in Oct. 6 and 10 lb test. Don't know if they still cary it.
Maybe call 1st. number is 845.297.4767.
I know it is going to be solid as ever when I give it another go very soon ;D... I do have a request for any moderators about this site.. First I like to ask the others who post here, what do you feel about seeing the first (oldest posts) on this thread when you log in ??? ::) I mean, to me it is quite silly to have to see old posts from previous seasons and having to click to get to most recent posts.. mind that I tried several different settings /preferences .. under my profile to no avail.. still see characters such as " pooley" and the likes who obviously aRE NO LONGER on this thread... so I ask the moderators to at least clear the old posts dating back the previous seasons .. what do others posting here regularly say?
if you dont like the way this site is set up and its availability to past comments then i suggest 1 thing, go away! dont just join OUR site and expect it to change to your preferences...
Don't worry about him for a while. He's been muzzled. ;DLOL!!
Get to pick up my Muskie tomorrow from my taxidermist
Sweet... Cant wait to see the pictures...
if you dont like the way this site is set up and its availability to past comments then i suggest 1 thing, go away! dont just join OUR site and expect it to change to your preferences...
i don't want to see topher/pooley /holehawg and others who no longer post here.. they are inactive all season.. i find it annoying when i log into this thread..would putting them on ignor work instead? I pm'd moderators so i guess they may help modify this special request.you joined this site 2 months ago and you find it annoying that you have to see the names of 3 guys (Pooley,Topher And holehawg)that have over 10,000 posts between them, these guys are the first ones that will help a fellow fisherman and help run gatherings, No offense but I think you need a little more time here before you start trying to change things
I got a nice 26 incher out of Lake Superior last summer lake superiors loaded with themi used to fish superior quite alot when i lkived in sullivan county. got some biiig bass out of there. great lake to fish.
If any of the NY. mods see this is it possible to start a Orange county small waters of waters thread in the Reports and Conditions community. We currently only have a thread for Greenwood Lake.
Steve
Was out on lake Huntington this morning 1 flag with a small pickerel and got a couple sunnies while jiggingh
And now a brief stint on my soapbox. If you're gonna fish, pick up your trash. There's a friggin dumpster in the parking lot.
Loudmouth, your killing me with suspense!! Wheres the musky mount brother!??!
I just did a Little research. Apparently gas augers are allowed on all Lakes except Blue Lake. that's a relief, I thought I was going to have to buy a new drill.
Loud.......Looks like a skin mount right? How does it look next to a picture you took. Darker? Lighter? Was she a dark colored fish?
Either way hell of a fish brother.
Here's the Real and Mount next to each other.... pretty dang close if you ask me
How did he do?? Come on man..I NEED DETAILS!!!! Lol!He caught a bunch of smallmouth jigging.
He caught a bunch of smallmouth jigging.
I was out on Lake Askoti yesterday. Caught some crappie. Cold as hell though.
Here's the Real and Mount next to each other.... pretty dang close if you ask meawesome mount and awesome fish man!!
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ohhh and the snow is keeping this cold off the ice a bit.
It's not as much the snow as you think.... as the ice gets thicker it takes longer to grow more ice
There is also one on the jersey side all the way down
coorslightguy don't over;ook the Humminbird ice 35.. Veery good low end unit with aall the features of most higher end units by other names...zoom , dual beam and goes to depth of 200 ft if needed.
Good to know... How many cars can it fit?
About 15.
Thanks man!The gill bite is good at sunset.
Thanks for the info....def worth takin a look at the lx7. I love lowrannce products and have the hds10 on my 25 ft aqua sport on the sound. Great piece of electronics. Well if u happen on upgrading a little sooner lemme know. Thanks again or the info
12 dink bluegills at chodikee tonight.
The Thin Ice - It really just depends on the night. Sometime you can catch slobs all night, but there are also days like last night, where you catch catch a fish over 6 inches :(. First ice is generally the best, but for the most part, if you can locate a school (with some large fish), you can catch a lot of fish all season.
KB - I'm pretty sure the previous owners of the only public marina have sold the place. Access to this lake is now impossible unless you have permission, if that is the case. I'm not 100% sure, so I would check for yourself, but that is what I've been hearing from a lot of people. Sad, as this was of of my favorite bass lakes, but that's what happens.
Southern NY thread is on page 4. I have never seen it back that far ! After this weekend we will be back on top with stories & pictures !
I have to bring the wheeler to suffern for a repair, I think I will stop by seven lakes drive on my way home …I have never been up therelake tiorati has some great perch fishing. one of the better spots is the little island thats off to the left of the parking lot at the back end of the lake. silvermine lake also has great perch fishing.
which lake should I stop by on my way home to pic up a few panfish? thanks
Five hours in Sullivan - not too shabby. ;D
Got two biggest pickerels of 2014 so far, yellow perch was ignoring me for some reason.
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I just did a Little research. Apparently gas augers are allowed on all Lakes except Blue Lake. that's a relief, I thought I was going to have to buy a new drill.
No gas augers (or electric, for that matter) on NYC Reservoirs.from their web site (5) Motorized fishing equipment is prohibited on City Property, including but not limited
from their web site (5) Motorized fishing equipment is prohibited on City Property, including but not limitedwhere it says ::: Motorized fishing equipment is prohibited on City Property, including but not limited
to powered ice augers and trolling motors. Automotive type batteries shall not be used
to power lights or fishing equipment.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/pdf/recrules/recrules.pdf
where it says ::: Motorized fishing equipment is prohibited on City Property, including but not limitedI emailed the DEP of NYC ...let you when/if they respond .... very good question though.
to powered ice augers i know you cant use gas but what about electric ice augers with the same battery you use for your vexilar ????? are you aloud to use propane heaters like a buddy heater with the small 1 lb bottle??
Yeah.. I hit the Silver Mine. Any size to those crappie?They were 10 to 14 inches. ok size. Damn pickerel cut three of my lines.
They were 10 to 14 inches. ok size. Damn pickerel cut three of my lines.
Any one up in Sullivan today. How was the snow situation?
Thank you very much. Any other area lakes (other than Blue Lake) where gas augers are prohibited?Only Blue lake has a gas auger ban in Palisades/Sterling forest parks
Also, any permits needed to ice fish or park in Bear Mountian/Harriman/Sterling Forest?
Thanks,
Tom
What fees or permits are required to fish Harriman? Do they charge or is it free?
Just finish plowing , we got 5" . more coming Wednesday pm :(
Nice. Thanks. Gonna check it out.
Five hours in Sullivan - not too shabby. ;D
Got two biggest pickerels of 2014 so far, yellow perch was ignoring me for some reason.
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Any one up in Sullivan today. How was the snow situation?Looks to be 7 or so inches of wet snow(atop or the 3-4 yesterday) for today ....going to make the lakes very sloppy after you drill ...not really looking forward to that ...at lest the temps wont be brutal.
9" total where I live.... hopefully we don't get a ton like they are saying we will over the weekend...Think they backed off that forcast some.... based on the "models"......hate fishing in the slop.
Home made transduce arm incase some of u don't like you float here was my idea works good
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Just a heads up for anyone who goes to Gander Mountain in Middletown for bait. They are OUT of Bait & they are NOT going to get anymore. All off the tanks were Empty when I was there this morning. The rumor is true that they are putting a Star Bucks in where the bait shop was. Walt
Wards bait and tackle in Newburgh has everything all the time
And another thing....they removed their animal mounts, that featured the work of local taxidermist, due to a complaint from a parent..supposedly, and/or because of the cost to maintain and clean them.
Seriously?
And another thing....they removed their animal mounts, that featured the work of local taxidermist, due to a complaint from a parent..supposedly, and/or because of the cost to maintain and clean them.PETA complained a lot so they took them down................
Seriously?
PETA complained a lot so they took them down................
Classic!I'm serious I work there!
I'm serious I work there!
Good morning fellow SENY ice fishermen Please check out new thread "SENY ICE Shanty 2014 Outing" the date is Saturday February 15.2014 at Mahogany Ridge Hunting and Fishing club contest at Highland Lake near Eldred,NY. (Western Sullivan county). I hope to see some of you there more details in thread.I'm not able to locate that thread ? Maybe post a link to it from his thread also
I'm probably going to sylvan. Haven't fished it yet this year.KB you havent missed much in sylvan... been there alot and one one brown to speak of... if you have another choice take it lol... ramp isnt plowed and parking will be really bad... but enjoy where ever you go and good luck.
Hit Rockland Lake today..My two buddies and I. One got there early, landed 15 Yellows before we got there. He dontated and or released them.nice job....
On the ice and cutting hole by 9:45, off by 4:30. Set up eight tip ups with smaller bait.
Landed three Yellows on tip ups.
Totals:23 Yellows and 2 Whites
Great day to be out there...
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nice job....
Great job! Got the makings of a great fish fry!!!
Im meeting some friends there, so I'll be there. Ive never really done good there in the winter, but in the summer I do OK.kool enjoy and gl...
Being fileted as we type!Niceeeeeee... lol
Being fileted as we type!
Guys,Definitely an alewive, better known as a "sawbellie" around these parts.... Dang things cost like 10$ a dozen... Best bait on the reservoirs...
What is this fish at the bottom?
They both came from the pickerel's stomach.
I know the one on the top, but what is the one that looks like herring?
Do we have freshwater herring in our lakes?
Is that what they call alewife?
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Niceeeeeee... lol
You cant filet and type at the same time you will mess up your key board..... ;D ;D ;D ;D
Good looking mess of perch. Perch, French fries and a salad!! Damn
Just got back from the Glenmere turny.... some nice fish caught took 2nd place perch and one of my cousins took 1st place perch and my other cousin split first place pickerel with someone else... nice day bunch of fish caught by us a lot of gills all over 9.5" one that hit 10" good day today
Hit Rockland Lake today..My two buddies and I. One got there early, landed 15 Yellows before we got there. He dontated and or released them.
On the ice and cutting hole by 9:45, off by 4:30. Set up eight tip ups with smaller bait.
Landed three Yellows on tip ups.
Totals:23 Yellows and 2 Whites
Great day to be out there...
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Just got back from the Glenmere turny.... some nice fish caught took 2nd place perch and one of my cousins took 1st place perch and my other cousin split first place pickerel with someone else... nice day bunch of fish caught by us a lot of gills all over 9.5" one that hit 10" good day today
Just got back from the Glenmere turny.... some nice fish caught took 2nd place perch and one of my cousins took 1st place perch and my other cousin split first place pickerel with someone else... nice day bunch of fish caught by us a lot of gills all over 9.5" one that hit 10" good day today
how thick was the ice at rockland corndog
I got more flags today on Sylvan Lake than I have ever gotten before. The bad part is that it will all small pickerel. It was a great day to be out on the ice on the lake that rarely ever freezes.
Only Blue lake has a gas auger ban in Palisades/Sterling forest parks
Also stopped at Gander Mountain Friday and they still don't have fillet knives in stock :%$#!: ??? It's been like this for the past three weeks.... also noticed they are putting in a new floor in the store.... wish they would put that money into restocking their shelves.....there are tons of fillet knifes there........
gander is a joke always has been WARDS on rt 52 in Newburgh is the best thing going if he aint got it you dont need it and if you dont see it ask BTW what the hell is PETA doing in gander mountain anyway ???I have no clue why they were in there just to start trouble
The crazy thing is I totally believed you! Its a friggin sports shop that sells implements used to kill animals, harvest animals, whatever you wanna call it. I cant quit understand why a company like that would bow to pressure from anyone for something like that. Its not like it was a Dairy Queen(Mmmm..) and the owner had stuff hanging all over the place..but even then I would still buy some frozen goodness. LOL!!totally true
Good morning fellow SENY ice fishermen Please check out new thread "SENY ICE Shanty 2014 Outing" the date is Saturday February 15.2014 at Mahogany Ridge Hunting and Fishing club contest at Highland Lake near Eldred,NY. (Western Sullivan county). I hope to see some of you there more details in thread.well gander mtn did start out as a catalog out from cabelas and started only selling cloths.
I guess Gander Mountain wants to switch to catering to hikers/campers and other outdoor activities and away from fishing and hunting. Also may want to be Like Cabela's Stores which have actual cafeteria type set ups in stores. I hope Cabelas eventually builds a store in Secacus ,NJ. area like they announced a few years back. Personally I like to actually see and handle gear rather then purchase on-line or from catalog.
Steve
For Gander Mountain... Why do they give in to PETA complaints? THEY SHOULD STAND THEIR GROUND! Just because someone complains doesn't mean we have to entertain them- if they don't like it don't shop there! Every time Gander Mountain does something that takes away from the sportsman who shop there they lose customers. It's no wonder they look like they are going under. That store was so nice when it opened.it will look much better and be better after the remodel that they r doing right now.
there are tons of fillet knifes there........
The only thing that was on the shelves were the 4.5" fillet knives made by rapala and electric fillet knives..... the other ones had that tag that said sorry for the inconvenience this item is out of stock or what ever that tag says.... who uses a 4.5" fillet knife anywayhaha they really do have biger ones.....
You sure are standing by your employer.... lol
Just curious,why is it that when I click on this there'd,it starts with older posts,and I have to click on like page 320 something to see the latest posts,when others open to the newest page?
Just curious,why is it that when I click on this there'd,it starts with older posts,and I have to click on like page 320 something to see the latest posts,when others open to the newest page?When you see the main page underneath the heading (Southern NY thread)
Just curious,why is it that when I click on this there'd,it starts with older posts,and I have to click on like page 320 something to see the latest posts,when others open to the newest page?Go to your profile. Modify profile. Look and layout. There's a box to check so the newest posts come up first....
Well i had a blast at Morningside yesterday. i got there around 9 am walked over to a friend that was set out jigging with tip-ups out too. my first hole put 3 or 4 big gills on the ice in about 10 mins! afternoon slowed and i started to move around to see if i could find either crappy or walleyes to no avail. then my friend calls me telling me theres been a few crappie caught where he was set up so back there i went. if it wasnt for that phonecall i never would have caught the crappie that gave me 1st place in the panfish devision!!! i owe the win to kevin, and my spoons!!! i was gettin slammed as soon as i got there and it didnt stop all day!!! and then dinner and open bar at the firehouse after was great too. that slippery nipple tasted sweet... lolCongrats ....BTW any Walleyes make in on the board ?
Go to your profile. Modify profile. Look and layout. There's a box to check so the newest posts come up first....Just gave that a try...but so use to looking/finding /reading posts like I have been.... found it a lil confusing/distracting to me ..but thanks for the heads up ...learn something new everyday .
Just curious,why is it that when I click on this there'd,it starts with older posts,and I have to click on like page 320 something to see the latest posts,when others open to the newest page?
Hit Rockland Lake today..not too many people out there fishing. My buddy and I were able to land these keepers, 2 on tip ups the rest jiggin with a few dinks going back down the hole to live another day. I was using spikes, he was using waxies. A great day to be out on the ice.awsome corndog might head up this week how the walk out
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Hit one of my favorite ponds today, iced over 20 perch of keeper size! Great day to be out, biggest catch was my sunburn off the snow!its not thier stomach,its thier air bladder and if you don't" burp them they won't be able to get back down and will die!
Heres some of them:
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Here's the whopper of the day:
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The smaller ones came up with their stomachs hanging out (got them deep), so instead of wasting them they went home with me.
awsome corndog might head up this week how the walk out
Hit one of my favorite ponds today, iced over 20 perch of keeper size! Great day to be out, biggest catch was my sunburn off the snow!
....if it wasnt for that phonecall i never would have caught the crappie that gave me 1st place in the panfish devision!!! i owe the win to kevin, and my spoons!!! l
Fished from about 6am-10m this morning.... nice morning
Fished from about 6am-10m this morning.... nice morning
Nice job Loudmouth :)
Thanks. I love a busy morning like that.
Nice! Love them Crappies!
The only bad part of today was this was the scene when I went to pick up a new fillet knife.....
I would hit Kmart or Wally World..you'll probably have better luck..seriously.
Wally World doesn't have the one I'm looking for :(
The only bad part of today was this was the scene when I went to pick up a new fillet knife...... They r there but Sold out.... Had tons of them last week.
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Where are all the fillet knives?!? :%$#!:
Seems they are too busy with the floors to worry about the shelves....
. They r there but Sold out.... Had tons of them last week.
Loudmouth, sorry to hear your driving all over looking for a knife. Save the gas and aggravation, do yourself a favor and order on-line the dexter 2333-8 fillet knife and accusharp sharpener. It will be the last fillet knife you ever buy.
Comes in a 9" version too.
where it says ::: Motorized fishing equipment is prohibited on City Property, including but not limitedI heard from NYC DEP This is from the Email I received from them hope this helps
to powered ice augers i know you cant use gas but what about electric ice augers with the same battery you use for your vexilar ????? are you aloud to use propane heaters like a buddy heater with the small 1 lb bottle??
I heard from NYC DEP This is from the Email I received from them hope this helps
Thanks for contacting us. I’m sorry to say that powered Ice augers are not permitted for use on any reservoir open for ice fishing. Powered augers are specifically prohibited in the DEP recreation rules. Hand operated augers are fine.
Fishfinders are routinely used by boaters and we ask that you take care not to leave any batteries on the property.
Portable propane heaters are not specifically prohibited by our recreational rules but their use is not encouraged.
We currently do not allow ice fishing on any NYC reservoir located West of the Hudson river but there are a number of reservoirs to choose from East of the Hudson. Reservoirs open for ice fishing are listed in the DEP Recreation Rules.
I have attached a copy of the DEP Recreation Rules which will be the subject of revision in the near future to address some of the questions you have asked. I hope this is helpful to you.
Thanks,
John
Hey Corndog AKA Andy Just wanted to say we had a great time my mom and I. Pleasure meeting you and your buddy. I took a pretty good beating today and seemed like I was just a spectator watching you guys and mom catch up all the fish. But come tomorrow will be even playing fields. The White Perch you caught was ***** HUGE ****, mom said she can't wait to chow down on that one. Of course when I got home I was raided by my inlaws and ended up taking half the fish. Hope to see you out there tomorrow.
Another great day out on Rockland Lake. The bite wasnt as fast and furious as yesterday, but Reelaction stayed true to his word and landed some impressive fish. His Mom hung tough(inside the heated hub,lol) and we were joined by my buddy and QTEAM! Reelaction landed some BIG whities..for size comparison, the White Perch on the bottom of the photo measured 14"!no northerns or muskie?
We also had a visit from a reporter with a local paper, and a guy from South Africa!
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What news paper is the Photographer working for maybe you can post a link if your photo is published. Did you give the South African gentlemen Ice Shanty's web address. I'm sure it would be a first to have a South African Member.
Steve
ONCE AGAIN CORNDOG THANKS AGAIN
I will be there with three friends!!!great contest and I will be at king of the ice the following day!!my only question is do I bring snowshoes or do I bring my 4 wheel drive ATV???? Hope to see u guys there!Maybe pay someone to plow lanes in ice. LolBring snowshoes .
Reelemin/Kevin thank you for the information I called the Sand Beach Bar twice today and got their answering machine both times. To all going out this weekend have fun the conditions will be challenging and good luck to all fishing in the various contest. I still have to dig out my mail box and remove some snow from the roof of house had ice damn problem back in January. Do not want to repeat that experience.
I'm estimating there is a total of 15 inches of new snow on top of what was still on the ground from last week's storm. I hope we do not have any major storms for a while don't know where I will put the snow.
Steve
http://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/fishing/2014/02/red-hot-ice-fishing-tactics?src=SOC&dom=fb (http://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/fishing/2014/02/red-hot-ice-fishing-tactics?src=SOC&dom=fb)
here's a nice article for finding those fish... I do most of these tactics already...
Andy - always a pleasure w/ you and your sidekick. Reelection that's an impressive piece of heated real estate you have. Allot of laughs - that's what it's all about!!
Will keep ane eye out for the press release and let you know.
May hit Harriman tommorow
Andy - always a pleasure w/ you and your sidekick. Reelection that's an impressive piece of heated real estate you have. Allot of laughs - that's what it's all about!!
Will keep ane eye out for the press release and let you know.
May hit Harriman tommorow
I'll be tackling the snow tomorrow on Greenwood Lake planing on an all day trip into the darkness of night for them walleyes! Maybe I'll catch another pig muskie :icefish:
Good luck ! Post some results, for those of bus who sadly will not be able to get out.
Rough morning on a private pond in Putnam. One keeper perch, and a few dinks jigging, none on tipups. Strange morning. I had drilled and fished 50+ holes to find one keeper. Usually I'll pick up enough for dinner. I thought with this new snow coming in they would be biting.
Does anyone know the conditions in Harriman
I wanna head down there I'm hoping there's less snow on the ice.
Good morning everyone do any of you have the results from yesterday's King of The Ice contest at White Lake? I have checked the Times Herald Record's website and looked through today's edition of the newspaper and did not see an article or photographs. Just curious to see who is King of The Ice and the species /weight of winning fish.
Steve
The ice better b good next week in orange county! I need to go back out. I went the other day n found a hotspot of crappies all over 14 inches, jumbo perch and huge sunfish!!!!!!
Fished Chodikee with my friend today. The access site wasn't plowed, so we took the trek in. We each got 2 bluegills jigging, as well as 3 largemouth bass and a brown bullhead on tip ups. Very sloppy out there, got extremely wet by the end on the day. Only fished for about 2 1/2 hours. 16"ice
PS********Does anyone know if Morningside, Loch Sheldrake/ Superior/White are plowed as of now. Hoping to get to a plowed access site this weekend, but it's a good hour and a half ride for me. Any updates would be EXTREMELY APPRECIATED!
Big joe, pm me if you like some company. LolI went last night in the same location n caught nothing but a little pickeral!! I was told the panfish r stacked in the location every year by the thousands to keep warm!!!
I went last night in the same location n caught nothing but a little pickeral!! I was told the panfish r stacked in the location every year by the thousands to keep warm!!!
YEAAAA ANDY YOU ARE THE MAN !!!!!!! AWSOME ....LET ME TELL YOU ANDY IS A NICE GUY ,TALKS A GOOD GAME AND A VERY GOOD ICE FISHERMEN YOU THE MAN :tipup: :tipup:
Andy- pm if you go out if Harriman reopens next week.
Hit Tiorati Thursday afternoon w my son. Couple of pickerel and perch t/u and jiggin
the 3 eagles made the afternoon - God Bless America!!!
Tough hike in - thigh deep snow, 6-12" varied on ice to spot. What a workout - the big kid and small kid slept
Well that night.
So I packed up and headed in around 4 final tally 10 perch and only 1 eye.... that wind was a B@#*$ once it started around 11 it never let up..... Was a nice walk out to my spot everything was rock solid then after the sun hit it what a mess in was the afternoon.... slushy as could be.... this freeze we are getting sure is going to help oh yea ice was around 15"
In this past Friday's Times Herald Record there were two adds which maybe of interest to you. The dates for The World Fishing&Hunting Exposition are Thurs day Feb.27-March 2 . Once again it will be held at Rockland Community College(RCC) in Suffern,NY. here is the website for the show www.SportShows.com (http://www.SportShows.com)i will be there in booth 303 hope to see some of you there Capt . Dan
Steve
Hey loudmouth did you jig that waldo up or was it on a tipup
Does anyone have any info about Winding Hills Park, Highland Lake, or Shawangunk lake in the Montgomery/Crawford area of northern orange county? I noticed Highland and Shawangunk are part of a new state park, but I haven't been able to find any fishing info on these lakes. Has anyone fished here? Thinking of taking a ride over there next time I get bait and was wondering if it's worth my time. BTW, do you need a permit to fish winding hills park?Not finding any info on Shawankgunk or Highland lakes the areas you mentioned ....also didnt locate any new state lands in that area ??? Can you shed some light where you got your information . Thanks. Nevermind my bad ...its Highland lake state park off of Tamms rd Town of Wallkill ...knew people that fished it open water some time ago ...large bass in some of them lakes ...lota weed growth in recent years .
the way things are looking we will be ice fishing in t-shirts with all the ice on the lakes
HAS ANYONE EVER FISHED Sterling lake?
any tips on how I can get them on tip ups(depth, line, hooks size, etc)? Thanks
Corndog thanks for the info. I was interested in big sterling but if its off limits we will stay out. Someone was telling me they had lakers in there I was just wondering.
LM.....I think youre just saying that so nobody follows youto one of your secret spots !!!!!.....lol......
Enjoy the weekend off....
Dewey.... between the snowstorms and the deep snow in Sullivan Cty., I haven't even set foot on the ice this season !! My pal Johnny called me today from Highland Lake and said it wsn't worth his time to try walking out in thigh-deep snow!! Looks like my season is a bust !!
[quote author=deweyicefish link=topic=115262.msg2996410#msg2996410 ..Rodger ice balls did you have the gathering ? maybe we can put something together & fish this year still ?
Dewey.... between the snowstorms and the deep snow in Sullivan Cty., I haven't even set foot on the ice this season !! My pal Johnny called me today from Highland Lake and said it wsn't worth his time to try walking out in thigh-deep snow!! Looks like my season is a bust !!
does anybody have any info on Putnam lake ..a guy from work lives there & say I should try to ice fish it , he says maybe no gas augers he is not sure… iceballs if you want to try & go let me know…I will be out some where this weekend… :icefish:
Rich Weinberg welcome as Deweyicefish posted lots of info. and helpful people on this website.
Moderators I did not see a thread for small waters Orange County in the Reports & Conditions community. So I'm posting here about my outing this afternoon at Winding Hills park in the Town of Montgomery,NY.
Has anyone ever fish any of the 3 lakes at the Prespetyrian Camp in Holmes?
Got my permission/parking permit and might check it out tomorrow.
Not sure which lake to hit,and whether to bring tipups or just jig!
Lots of white perch jigging and yellows on tipups here on Peach Lake! Over 50 so far since we set up around 8:30
I fished white lake on sat & stuck the scoop down the hole until my hand was in the water & never hit the bottom of ice.Hey Dewey what's the parking situation like up there ? State launch plowed ? Is it all hard pack on the lake ?
I pick up 8 perch in the afternoon.. :icefish:
Oops Kb !fat fingers & bifocals!!!
The parking lot was plowed , there was 4 trucks there & I had my jetta with trailer for the wheeler still a little more room ..
Good luck, but its been like that for years. I just stuck an address label on mine
Have nothing against it, will put labels on mine.
I am very law-abiding citizen. ;D
Just never heard about it before and still wondering - why exactly should we do that?
Does anyone know?
Have nothing against it, will put labels on mine.
I am very law-abiding citizen. ;D
Just never heard about it before and still wondering - why exactly should we do that?
Does anyone know?
Have nothing against it, will put labels on mine.I've been ice fishing since the early 60s and it was one of the first rules I learned!
I am very law-abiding citizen. ;D
Just never heard about it before and still wondering - why exactly should we do that?
Does anyone know?
How has the fishing been at glenmere ? I can stop on my way home from work for a hr or so…just got back I fish that place almost every day. The bite was very slow the past few days. Caught all very small blue gills and pearch. But should start to get better with the warm front moving in. If u ever want to meet up there let me know. That place is loaded with fish!
How has the fishing been at glenmere ? I can stop on my way home from work for a hr or so…
I was there last weekend and slammed the gills a quarter of a 5gal bucket of 9.5" gillsyeah last weekend was great due to the warm front. But when a cold front comes it shuts the fishing off.
yeah last weekend was great due to the warm front. But when a cold front comes it shuts the fishing off.
Have nothing against it, will put labels on mine.
I am very law-abiding citizen. ;D
Just never heard about it before and still wondering - why exactly should we do that?
Does anyone know?
Anyone want to fish glenmere tomorrow with me let me know?how much ice was there?
Temperature is going up, fri 39 and sat 49, i want to fish greenwood this sat but worried if there will be water on top of the ice, what you guys think?
not out of season until march 15th.
It's been that way since I got my first tipups 21 years ago.... It is so when their are 10 tip ups out there the DEC knows which 5 are yours and which ones are notso your 24 and got your first tip ups 21 years ago dam i didnt ice fish till i was 11, 3 years old useing tip ups wow
so your 24 and got your first tip ups 21 years ago dam i didnt ice fish till i was 11, 3 years old useing tip ups wow
so your 24 and got your first tip ups 21 years ago dam i didn't ice fish till i was 11, 3 years old using tip ups wow3 isn't young at all. hell i was fly-in fishing in canada when i was 3. caught a pike that was about 7-8lbs. was 2 inches longer than i was tall.
Loudmouth,
Congrats! I'd hate to have to clean that many. I hope you have an electric knife. Whew!
so your 24 and got your first tip ups 21 years ago dam i didnt ice fish till i was 11, 3 years old useing tip ups wow
So recently I Emailed the NYDEC regarding Tip downs use and definition here is there response that they mailed ( USPS ) :
Tip-up means any device used for fishing through the ice that has a signaling device attached,except a bobber or other floating object on the water,that will visually or audibly signal a strike ."Signaling devices" are considered to include a wide array of items including tip-downs,flags,spring loaded snappers/clappers ,and other devices that are triggered or tripped by fish causing the fishing rod or implement to pivot or spring up signaling the angler .As far as tip downs ,we view the butt of the rod moving up,when triggered by a fish ,to be enough of a signaling device to be considered a tip up.Having said that the addition of something like red tape on the butt of the rod would certainly add to the tip down , as far as meeting the signaling device requirement.
You are correct as to 5 tip-ups and 3 hand lines being allowed for ice fishing with a few exceptions (e.g. Lake Champlain ). Currently the Department is considering simplifying and coverting this to "a total number of ice fishing devices ",which would eliminate the confusion that currently surrounds the questions of differences between what is a hand line and what is a tip-up.
What is a tip-down anyway? Usually I put out my 5 tip-ups, jig with two jigging poles, and put a third jigging pole in a rod holder next to me with a minnow on it. The third jigging rod doesn't have any flagging device attached to it, I just loosen the drag, so when a fish takes the bait, I can hear him taking line. Is this third rod considered a tip-down, or can I just say it's my third hand line? Don't want to be breaking the law.
You think there will be enough ice for next week
The best we can do is call the DEC, and hope they get there in time to get them. Its very frustrating.
a small cross lock snap on end of line to attach jigs and allow for easier jig changing this extra hardware may affect jig action and fish reaction to the jig.
Be heading out soon ...last three outings have been real tuff going ...the bite has been way off ...fishing known spots for this time of year and can't even find them ...but overall a very productive season ...got on them early and quite steady 'cept for the last couple outings ....nice to see some guys are still on top of them . good luck to all you out there today .
I havent been doing the evening bite, all Ive been doing is getting out in the morning, and fishing until I run out of minnows and spikes, about 11-12. Id like to get out in the evening to go for some crappie, but my time is too limited.
I have been fishing this lake for quite a few years, and am slowly starting to get it figured out, but that will change. Once 'they' figure out that Im close to figuring it out, they will change the game, and I'll be back to square one. Ha ha
I went back out on sun to another lake that I uasully do well at , got skunked the bite was way off for me this weekend …( maybe the full moon?) :icefish:
Next year I might concentrate on crappie, this was a self directed perch year for me. They are my target species for now.
This same here. Last year by this time I was prepping my kayak for striper fishing in Hudson.
This same here. Last year by this time I was prepping my kayak for striper fishing in Hudson.Recently purchased a kayak. Was wondering where you launch when you are targeting stripers?
Has anyone been out on Glenmere this week? Looking to go this weekend if its safe! Any updated info would help. Thanks Walt
Do i need a plank for lake Huntington this weekendYou gonna be fine .
Any updates on Glenmere? Id like to hit it in the morning, but dont want to waste an hour's drive one way if its not.
Thanks
Can the Neversink or Roundout be fished through the ice on April 1 st. ?
boss jigs have you been out ? has anybody been out in sullivan co. ?
I would like to try & get out this weekend white lake or superior … :icefish:
Had a bad weekend last weekend. Myself & 2 other guys had 15 tip ups out & not one flag. Setup from 7 foot down to bottom at 12 feet. We jigged completly around this lake & only managed 1 small perch. We didnt mark anything from mid depth to bottom. Someone told me the oxygen level in the water is way off & that the fish are right under the ice so thats why we didnt mark any. Has anyone else had this happen to them & do you know if this is true ? Walt
I picked up a "new with box opened" 7" strikemaster lazer hand auger for $57 total today.... upgrade from the mora I have now!It's that made in China ?
It's that made in China ?
The blades what i'm worried about, I have a 6 "and 7" Mora from the 80's whit Swedish blades , for the 7" I have a spare set but for my 6" I don't and I refuse to buy Chinese crap.
I keep my sharpen whit a Lansky Sharpener set works like magic .
The blades what i'm worried about, I have a 6 "and 7" Mora from the 80's whit Swedish blades , for the 7" I have a spare set but for my 6" I don't and I refuse to buy Chinese crap.
I keep my sharpen whit a Lansky Sharpener set works like magic .
razvy i got a new set of the 6" swedish blades this year from rapala.com for 19.99. drilled trough the ice most of the winter with ease. i probably drilled 200-300 holes and my last trip out it was cutting just like they were new.
yea the swedish blades are great I have had the same set on my mora for 2 or 3 years now but the new lazer came with the chinese ones so now I have to go through the bs of getting the swedish ones from rapala since they own strikemaster now
Bought a new 6 in lazer this year ...with china blades ....contacted Strikemaster with my concerns about the blades ...their reply was use them and if l still had concerns to recontact them....l did use them ....very limited ..as the ice got thick quick ... all in all they seemed to cut well ...had on a 20v max Dewalt to boot ...may be the "old China blade" issue has been resolved. Please post if Strikemaster heads you in a different direction.
Yea I shot them a email saying I cut a couple holes and then the blades didn't seem to cut any more and their reply was
"Thank you for your email and your feedback. Just because these blades are from China doesn’t necessarily mean they’re of poor quality. We strongly recommend giving these blades a chance out on the ice and we feel you will be surprised with the results. If you experience any issues, keep in mind these blades are under warranty against manufacturer’s defects with a proof of purchase. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask."
As there is no ice I supposed I will have to wait till next year to try them out again lol.... good thing it is a one year warranty and I have till 3/30/15 lol
Very cool.. I haven't even seen one up here yet... >:( >:(
Ive always found them too expensive, but I like to window shop...
Ps the redigned Gander in Middletown reminds me of a Bass Pro .....Hmmmmmm makes you wonder .
I actually cant wait. I too hope its a bigger store
I took my mom out to dinner at the Ruby Tuesday's in Middletown Galleria. We stopped in Gander Mountain after dinner wow have they changed the store Loud Mouth is correct the size of floor space used for fishing equipment is greatly reduced.
Steve
Fellow S.E.N.Y. Ice Shanty members I need your help this past ice season I purchased a Frabill 101 in-line combo (27 inch quick tip rod/101 reel) . The reel is taped to the cork handle of the rod. I'm going to change the reel and wondered if anyone knows of a bait shop -sporting goods store that carries Frabill Reel Tape ? Frabill claims this tape does not leave any sticky residue on the rod handle when removed like Electric tape will, on the rod handle grip. Frabill sells the tape for $7.99 before ship/tax on their website. I would like to buy the tape for lower price or find a similar product. I know some people use Cold Snap Reel Wraps or live stock castration bands to attach the reel to rod handle. I'm afraid the reel wraps or band will leave an indentation in the rod handle. My thanks in advance for your help with this project.
Hope everyone has had a good open water fishing season to date as always stay safe and enjoy the water.
Steve
I think Gander Mountain is in some trouble when Cabelas opens up! I haven't been to Gander since last winter but last time I was there they were replacing their bait section with a starbucks and they took down most of their mounts to accommodate PETA people. I don't think they're in favor with a lot of sportsman after that... The opening of a Cabelas nearby could be the end of that store.
SENY in the house ...myself ,mr clean and Boss Jigs ...only ones on line @ 4:17 am est
dewey here, I check in all I can ...The early ice sounds good to me riverrat2...ANY TIME. if i can help i will,we all fish different,so what works for me
where is this years gathering going to be? as long as deer season doesn't have me butchering on that day i might be able to make it. if i can i will bring my spoons.
i am really working to get a vast variety of colors this year. i might make another order for a smaller sized spoon but not sure if the money is available at this time. i just made what i know works to get me started. once i can afford to play then i will try changing things a bit. but the size i am making now has been very productive on 7 or 8 differant lakes that i fished last year and a few people that have gotten some from me have said they did good on a lot of other lakes as well. that's why this size is my focus to get things started.
After looking at some other considerations ...no rental and deposit ...no keys to return and easy to park and get to there. .if other options present themselves in the future the location my change .
is it alittle to early lol ..hey every 1. boy alittle cool air and the site comes alive !!!!!!!!!!! ;D
Scored an older Genz Fish Trap,my second one,for $40. With added folding boat seat and travel cov
That on from CL in Rosendale ? Was looking at that a lil bit ago .
Congrats. Looks to be in good condition. I liked my Fabil one man flip over, but I rarely used it, so I sold it off.
looks good cord dog... have fun... :)Thanks Dewey. My oldest is psyched. He doesn't have classes on Fridays, so, we are both hoping for a bunch of "Ice Fish Fridays" this coming season. This is our second Fish Trap.. As well as the three Vintage Frabill Ice Shuttle we've scored.. Lol! You can never have enough!
nice find corndog ..looking for one like that too ..might come up with mom if i get the day off from the boatsThanks!
I hope everyone had a great summer full of fishing and cold ones! So there is a meeting november 8th at gander mtn? What time is it?
Mr. Clean, Hardwater Diehard
You guys have been doing a ton of leg work to get your gathering together....hope it turns out great for you guys!!
Great job! :clap: :thumbsup: :icefish:
I agree with Boss J...earlier in the day allows everyone to stay as long as they wish without having to rush off at dinnertime. 10:00 or 11:00 AM sounds about right !! How long will Gander Mtn. be willing to let us stay ???
Hey Joe.....any chance of Gander coming up with some Ice Fishing specials for us ???
Ooooh, it was 19* this morning. I hope we are on the ice before Christmas.
, any specific jigging techniques for late November ice for panfish?
BlueSail congratulations on getting out on the ice so early. Definitely look into getting a spud a bit of work but can be used to cut/open holes this early in the season. May I ask your general location in Sullivan county. I realize many of the lakes are privately owned just trying to get information for use in future years if we get similar cold weather spell.Thanks mr clean, it felt great, and a spud is on my Christmas list.
Steve
Was looking like a pretty decent cold snap was headed my way ...but after just looking at the 10 day not so much any more ...I hope to be fishing before Christmas still.
Well it's not snowing it's sleeting out so it will actually freeze n make more ice!!
Almost cant wait for deer season to end(Dec 1 in Wchester).....almost !!!!!
December 1st is last week it already ended in westchester? We have till the 16th here in Orange County but I quit early this year no blackpowder or late archery for me although I would've loved to hunt Sunday night and tomorrow morning....
Ended Sunday (12/7) for us Rifle guys. No deer this year..... bummer !! Turkey next in May.
What is the purpose for the aerators?
i went up to morningside today. theres still open water! its going to be a while yet... every lake i passed had open water on it. a good friend drove western sullivan county yesterday and superior, white, toronto, highland, huntington all open! even the little ponds on the sides of the roads, 30-50 FOOT across, still had open water....
Loudmouth I took a ride past Glenmere yesterday. There were maybe 6-8 aerators setup & working straight out from the pump house. I don't know why they need to shut the whole lake down because of the aerators but I guess you cant blame them because you know someone would have to push it & get to close & fall in then turn around & sue the town for there own stupidity.
Looks like it may be time to break out the boat again....Last years early ice spoiled me. I really thought we would be on safe ice by now! I might have to give the open water Walleye 1 more chance to jump in my frying pan. ;D ;D
Winter Solstice starts at 6:03 pm today ...maybe Ol' Man Winter will get the hint and stick around and bring us some seasonal temperatures .
All the ponds by my house are almost completely frozen over.... for the third time..... unfortunately all the rain coming will send us back to square one...I hope the 4th time is the charm.... weather looks better after the 27th
AGREED ...first week in January
thought we would be fishing like these folks by now ...with that November tease
Loudmouth I took a ride past Glenmere yesterday. There were maybe 6-8 aerators setup & working straight out from the pump house. I don't know why they need to shut the whole lake down because of the aerators but I guess you cant blame them because you know someone would have to push it & get to close & fall in then turn around & sue the town for there own stupidity. Mr clean thanks for the info. I guess ill have to try fishing Round Lake & Walton Lake. I know your not supposed to use gas augers on Walton Lake. Ill have to do some searching. Walt
Thank you Reelemin, let me know If you can find anything out. I want to fish some derbys this winter!I just received an email confirming The Swan Lake derby run by the Swan Lake FD is open to Kids and Adults. Registration is usually by the tennis courts across from the old Stevensville Hotel.
I did!
Less than 3" ice (closer to 2"). Sullivan.
Didn't have a lot of time to search for the fish though, caught some sunnies on small pimple with mousy. I should have tried closer to shore, they (perch) were shallower last year at this time.
I used my new spud, boy it makes a lot of noise, must scare fish away for miles!! Made a few holes then circled back and started. Any tricks, or dig hole and come back later?
Snowing hard now, rain on the way but COLD forecast; see you all out next weekend!
Hey everyone, new to ice shanty, still getting the hang of thing's ( thank's for the help wetdream's) Is there SAFE ice anywhere? I know most guy's on here are from Rockland/Orange county area. Doesn't help tommorow high of 60 degrees. Yeah, I said 60 degrees in January.
The ice should've held up pretty well with this wind. The pond by me is still frozen over looking good to go for this weekend but bring a spud just in case....
hit the 2000 mark man that's a lot but then I see adkroy's post count and realize I have a long way to go
Going to be my first time out on the ice this year. Do you guys have any spots close to Long Island to recommend? And as a quick question how long does it take to get one of NYC's special reservoir access permit.
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Hello everyone, i know a lot of you here fished Greenwood Lake...so there was a 44 lb muskie caught yesterday from a boat, almost beat state record.
Here is the link to the article..
the article read he used 6lb test ??? that's it, i'm taking off the 4 lb. and spooling 6lb ice trilene ;D
And so it begin's, nice job Loudmouth879, bringing clarity to the thread.
Anybody know what happened to Bob's bait and tackle in Katonah?
Original weight of the fish was over 45 pounds the day he caught it (sunday), but because he had to wait till monday to get the certified scale, fish lost weight and was only around 40 pounds. Otherwise he would have made record.
I fly fish the croton alot during summer n fall and have my dep watershed permit, is this all i need to ice fish the reservoir?
i was on the boat with that musky 44 pounds on our scale and the baitshop scale but we couldnt get a certified scale at 9 in the morning on sunday tried like hell called everyone and their mother but couldnt get it weighed till monday by dec in Hacketstown
Both your fish and the gentlemen's in article are impressive and show conditions are good to produce a state record fish from either lake.
If we get good ice, I'd like to see a gathering down in the lower orange/Rockland area. We do great here, and it would give the guys down here less travel time for a change.
If we get good ice, I'd like to see a gathering down in the lower orange/Rockland area. We do great here, and it would give the guys down here less travel time for a change.more than happy to go to more then one! Haha ;D
Most of whites in Putnam should be good by the weekend.
KB - Let Me know if you get out this weekend. (White Pond, Upton Lake) I'll be in Florida, but hopefully next weekend I'll be out on the ice!
Does anyone go by Harriman Park to see if Lake Tiorati is open for ice fishing? It would be nice to go ice fishing this weekend, and this cold snap is making ice. I searched, and can not find any PIPC website that lists status.You have to call Tiorati circle office, the number is on the website, as of today nothing open need 6 inches average ice to open.
How is greenwood lk looking?
Does anyone go by Harriman Park to see if Lake Tiorati is open for ice fishing? It would be nice to go ice fishing this weekend, and this cold snap is making ice. I searched, and can not find any PIPC website that lists status.Harriman won't be open for quite some time. Even if there was 6 inches today they would not open any lakes. I've been on some of them the day they open and there has been 8-10 inches on average. They like to wait :-\
Hi All,
New to the board but I've been ice fishing for over 45 years (yikes!). I'm from Westchester County and fish the NYC Reservoirs, and several lakes in Orange County; can't wait for ice.
Another option for bait is Davis Sporting Goods in Sloatsburg on Route 17, not a big fan of the store but it's close to the Palisade Park system.
Jim
Any ice reports for/from anything east of the river? Dutchess or Putnam?
bubblers in Glenmere Lake. No ice fishing allowed as per signs
Are there any stores in the area with a good selection of ice fishing equipment. I want to get a 2 piece spud and maybe a sled. Thanks
7inches today few hrs jigged two keeper eye ..can not figure out post the catch on my galaxy yet..I will post asp.. think wait till I open picture post Account. . Still no easy way on this site I guess but yes nice eye sunset too!Shell... just wondering where you had 7 inches...if you dont mind sharing lol...
Welcome to the Ice Shanty family Bodinefan and Fish Pete. Fish Pete here are two stores you can try Big Wave Sport and Tackle Rt.6 in Mahopac, The Bedford Sportsman 759 Rt.35 Cross River (914)-666-8091 http://www.befordsportsman.com (http://www.befordsportsman.com)
Steve
Fished White pond yesterday, has about 4-5 inches of ice. Set out some tip-ups and jigged for about three hours and caught zilch. Not even a nibble on the rod's. Maybe that was due to being unfamilier with the pond or just the bite I don't know. Decided to pack up and head over to Ball pond in CT. Just over the NY/CT border. 4-5 inches of ice there too. Caught three medium size largemouth on the tip-ups. A few other ice fishermen out there as well
Like Gander Mountain,
Cabela's is building a store in my town by the woodbury common's slated to open spring of 2016. Check it out online for the spec's but look's to be huge!It's only going to be 90,000 square feet compared to their current biggest one which is 250,000 square feet in hamburg PA... you think they would make it bigger here since it's closer to the city lol.... However
anybody know he ice conditions on rockland lake??rockland lake is along the lines of the lakes in harriman. It won't be open for a bit. There's supposedly some springs that prevent the lake opening right away. I've been out on Rockland with 8 inches and you move to a different spot and there was barely 4 inches
lol.?? You say you and the motor cycle family neefd to know what from who online?...You lost me there ?.. kinda wonder how your stupid pm got by the moderator too.
Tipup 28 congratulations on a good trip, nice group of photos. Bigace welcome to the Ice shanty family here are a few lake that contain walleyes. White Pond in Putnam county, Lake Huntington, White Lake and Morningside Lake all in Sullivan county and Blue Lake in Orange county. ( Blue Lake is in Sterling Forest State Park the authority that runs the parks will not open the lake for ice fishing until there is 6 inches of ice. ) Go back a couple pages in this thread and you will find a phone number for the Visitor's Center in Sterling Forest. Also the walleye numbers in Blue Lake will not be high last I knew lake has not been stocked with walleye since it went from private ownership to being part of a state park. Ownership change hand ten or more years ago.I've fished blue lake for at least 15 years and have never caught nor seen a walleye caught there. I have on the other hand seen some really nice browns come out of there.
Steve
May be venturing out on my local lake today ..field testing the Clam plate/DeWalt drill set up .Hardwater Dieard, How did you make out with your new clam plate drill setup? Everyone I show mine to, loves it!
Hardwater Dieard, How did you make out with your new clam plate drill setup? Everyone I show mine to, loves it!
Had it out today ...going to have to get the larger ...3+ AH batteries ...the 1.5 ah batteries ain't cutting it ...pun intended.I was going to ask you what amp battery you were running. When I first got mine last year I started with the 1.5 amp and it dogged out after about 20 holes. At the very least you should have a 3.0 amp battery and at least an 18 volt drill. The 4.0 amp batteries are what I run and the 18 volt Milwaukee fuel drill has worked very well for me. I couple it with the synthetic strikemaster 6 inch hand auger and have cut through 20 inches of ice with it. Did you get the extention with it? If not they are well worth the investment just to save your back!
got 9-10 inches of ice now ....so the gas auger may be need for the next outing
Haha ooops posted my pic from yesterday again... Heres the actual 23"er from today
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LOVE looking at great fish photo's,keep them coming[NICE fish]
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RAT
Hello AllSULLIVAN CO.
I'm switching from reading mode to read/write - making my first post here :)
Fished White Lake today (Monticello, Sullivan) , slow action, 1 pickerel on tip-up and few yellow perch,
other guys around were bored as well... ice is solid black, about 7-8''...
And couples Q's :
(1) Anybody fished Mahopac lake this season?
(2) In the Jack Stewart's annual mag I see that big size yellow perches has been taken recently from Swan Lake - which 'Swan' is it,
the one in Sullivan county, or that in Putnam ? If latter, any info how to access it?
Thank you,
vfk220
Haha ooops posted my pic from yesterday again... Heres the actual 23"er from today
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Ice boy try laurel meadow north or south pond in Sterling Forest. Have had good luck there in the past for pickerel and gils. You will also get an occasional bass. Its also a little closer if you coming up from New City. Unfortunately I have to work, maybe later this week for me. Good Luck.
Ice boy try laurel meadow north or south pond in Sterling Forest. Have had good luck there in the past for pickerel and gils. You will also get an occasional bass. Its also a little closer if you coming up from New City. Unfortunately I have to work, maybe later this week for me. Good Luck.I always fish laurel meadows early season and do well just looking for a change in scenery lol. Just Talked to a buddy of mine and we are gunna hit a private lake in dutchess that he fishes. Hopefully will get a few for the pan ;D
it is not a dumb question, I know nothing in orange,except greenwood lk.. in sullivan there are two or three lakes i know that have eye but you can look on the nydec site and type walleye or just go back a few posts, btw, i remember reading white lk and Huntington may have recently been stocked reading other members posts here .. but i can't say for sure. try swb or Toronto some folks here said they caught eye in white lk , the state should have them as walleye stocked waters on their site. I doubt any private clubs are allowed to stock walleye unless purchased from the state hatchery and doubt the state even allows private stockings of walleye. you should go to their site and look for yourself ;)
Hi-Everyone I'm off for the long weekend. Is anyone going Icefishing this weekend in Sullivan county hopefully there is safe ice? I have a home in the Liberty area in Sullivan. Hope to see you guys around.OldHunter Road, There has been safe ice on a few bodies of water, in your neck of the woods, since December 13th. A few warm spells early on made the conditions questionable and unsafe at times but the past few weeks have thickend the ice to 7 to 8+ inches pretty much everywhere in Sullivan county. As always approach any Ice with Safety in mind. Spud your way out when in doubt! Picks of life are always around my neck and I always bring a throw rope! Altough I hope to never have to use it. Good Luck and keep us posted on how you do.
Thank you for the response. I will let you know I'm thinking of going to Big Pond in the town of Andes it has nice lake trout.
Anyone hear anything with Lake Mahopac? Has anyone fished there yet this season?
Mongup Pond (No live bait), Lake Waneta (very shallow).
I've fished both a lot in late 90-s and early 2000-s, mostly open water and few times iced ,I used to camp on mongaup several years ago and if I remember correctly I did catch a small trout out of it one year. Surprised the hell out of me
Waneta had some disaster several years ago I guess as it lost all the big fish (LMB, Pickerel, YP)-
probably oxygen-related during some severe winter (no decent size hole to save the fish, that small
8' deep hole near the dam is not big enough) ?
Mongaup is indeed a loss for ice-fishing , had caught up to 4Lb PKs there (and good size YP), and prohibiting live bait
to defend native Brook Trout - after they stocked North Pikes there few years ago?
In my 15+ years of fishing Catskills I never seen a Brook T. caught in Mongaup Pond , neither open water nor ice,
there is some small brookies in Mongaup creek (fly-fished those 4-5'' babies) both in - and outlet sides of the pond,
but surely not in the main pond water ...
Yeah, Roscoe & LM vicinities are mostly private lakes and the only way to fish thee is to rent (or own :) a cottage there...
I've fished Tennanah & Muskoday lakes and want to try Hunter some time..
For public lakes it's better to go Monticello area, there are White , Swan, Superior , Huntighton and Toronto & Swinging Bridge reservoirs
( need a watershed permit for reservoirs), and I've heard about couple more lakes open for ice-fishing - here is what DEC says :
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31157.html
Anyone hear anything with Lake Mahopac? Has anyone fished there yet this season?off limits to ice fishing..
off limits to ice fishing..states right on the NYS DEC website that you can ice fish lake mahopac. Can you please inform us where you got your information and why it is "off limits" to ice fishing??
You can ice fish Lake Mahopac, but most of it is private. A relative has a house on the lake but has bubblers to protect his dock, can't get on the ice.
Access is the only problem. It's supposed to be a good crappie lake.
states right on the NYS DEC website that you can ice fish lake mahopac. Can you please inform us where you got your information and why it is "off limits" to ice fishing??
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31154.html
off limits to ice fishing..
DEC says this.....
Mahopac Lake is one of the few Putnam County waterbodies that is accessible to the public and is not part of the NYC watershed. Now the question is if the Marinas are open or not during the winter or if you can get in there.
states right on the NYS DEC website that you can ice fish lake mahopac. Can you please inform us where you got your information and why it is "off limits" to ice fishing??since when?
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31154.html
since when?
off limits to ice fishing..
Does the State list a public access point to fish Mahopac ? If not its land locked by private land, and would have to pay a fee to a marina or know a resident to access.
The shoreline of Mahopac Lake is privately owned. Anglers gain access to fish Mahopac through the two marinas on the south shore off S Lake Blvd. These marinas charge a fee to launch a boat.
since when?
Pooley thank you for posting the new phone number for Lake Tiorotti field office. Corndog thanks for the Bear Mountain phone number and information on Harriman and Sterling Forest lakes. Just to refresh my memory is Lake Nawahunta located off of state route 6?
Steve
Does any one know of a bait shop up by glen spey ny?
Lake Mahopac is not off limits to ice fishing. It is a state owned lake. People may come out there and try to run you and say it is private but just tell them to beat it..........
Does any one know of a bait shop up by glen spey ny?
Does any one know of a bait shop up by glen spey ny?BigJoesFishing.... as posted earlier check the Barryville Sportsman 845-557-9907 or if their hours are not good for you, check out Kasey's cast-a-ways a 24 hour bait shop 845-858-2001 or 845-672-9063, located at 102 Schoolhouse rd in Greenville NY. Kasey's is also a weigh in station for NYS Winter Tournament which is run by NY Iceshanty site sponsor NYS Ice Pro-Am Tournament Series.
I usually go to toms but he was sold out of bait this morning
I parked by the dam..seen the kite guy..who were the two following out around noon. . One lost his 5 gal blow off the dam..yup it was slow even in my favorite holes. I'll try posting decent fish tomorrow. ..going to be shanty weather tomorrow morning @)
Any public access for swinging bridge? Thinking of going mondyay
Any ice on swinging bridge yet? I know that the water fluctuates there due to the power damI'm sure there is probably safe ice on swinging bridge. Most other lakes in the are have 8+ inches. I have not been able to make it there but I have a friend who lives there. I'm going to try and get in touch with him to find out.
Just wanted to make you all jealous......er....um. .....bring you up to date (brag). Hit my favorite local honey hole:
The Perch Deathstar:
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My buddies wife was with us today (in his mind):
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8" of ice here in Dutchess
LOL!! ;D ;D
I'm the only one that goes to this lake and hopefully it stays that way. @)
Went out on walton lake today. Had 3 flags and all 3 took the shiner, ran with it, then dropped it. Ended the day with 1 keeper perch and 2 bluegills. Needless to say it was a slow day.
Loudmouth that's a nice one! No smallmouths today. It didn't look like anyone on the lake did very well. We Did have DEC Officers come out and check licenses/tip ups. They pulled 2 people off the ice. One forgot his license in his truck and the other gentleman didn't appear to have a license at all. The same guy who didn't have a license set up maybe 15 yards away from us. I don't mind sharing the ice but there was 4 people on the entire lake. It wasn't like we had prime real estate either lol.
We caught like 5 or 6 like the one in the picture. Sure are fun to catch on jig poles... glad to see that the DEC are doing their job. I must be lucky to only be checked once around here and once upstate in the 15-20 years I've been fishing.If I'm fishing harriman I get checked all the time. The officer I spoke to said they happened to be driving by and saw us fishing. He said he has never been there before.
Fished Loch Sheldrake today, landed 30+ dinks, nothing of any size was biting. Fished from access straight out to the middle in 50 FOV, most fish where hanging around 30 FOV , the few decent marks that I saw would come up fast to the bait then go down and disappear on the bottom. Rumor has it there is a little of everything in that lake, so I am imagining they were walleye still dealing with the barometric pressure change.The huge trout in that lake suspend in about 8 ft of the water colum. ;)
Lots of holes on the lake but did not look like there was much sign of success from the weekend there.
Any recommendations for that lake? ???
thanks
Jonathan
Fished Loch Sheldrake today, landed 30+ dinks, nothing of any size was biting. Fished from access straight out to the middle in 50 FOV, most fish where hanging around 30 FOV , the few decent marks that I saw would come up fast to the bait then go down and disappear on the bottom. Rumor has it there is a little of everything in that lake, so I am imagining they were walleye still dealing with the barometric pressure change.about 20 of those holes were mine and i had nothing to show for it lol its been hit or miss there for me
Lots of holes on the lake but did not look like there was much sign of success from the weekend there.
Any recommendations for that lake? ???
thanks
Jonathan
Mr. Clean... Steve, what's happening with SENY get togethers??? Have any dates been set?? Locations?? Maybe coincide with some contests?? Takes time to organize these things (you know that).
IMPORTANT NOTE: ICEBALLS22 IS THE USUAL "ICEBALLS" (forced to register new name because of computer screwup. Trying to get it resolved. Rodger)
anyone try sylvan lake yet? or know if its fully frozen
Anybody know if any of the Harriman state parks lake are open? Rockland lake? I've been itching to go there.
No lakes are secret with me around ;D You fishing with 4" auger? Did I bump into you last Sat with you being the only one out there? We'll have to get together one of these days.
I'll be fishing the lake inside Tuxedo Park this weekend. :tipup:
Loud, Greenwood will be good to go. It was iffy on Monday. Saw 4 crazies on buckets off the beach.
The foreigners are the 4 crazies on buckets..... always fish that beach area for gills.... waste of time if you ask me I like those fish that have that nice shine in their eyes! As long as I can get to where I want to go with 4" I'll be happy..... Plan on heading up there this afternoon to drill some test holes/scout for tomorrow since I won't be fishing by usual spoti was fishing off chapel island last sunday on 5 inches... there was a little open water further south and a bad pressure ridge in the middle... should be much better conditions there now
i was fishing off chapel island last sunday on 5 inches... there was a little open water further south and a bad pressure ridge in the middle... should be much better conditions there now
Does anyone fishing round lake in Monroe ?i heard it's good panfish. I was thinking of going after work anyone want to meet me?I drove by round lake on the way to walton and nobody was out there. Ice looked sketchy. Appeared to be a large pressure ridge on the west side. Walton had around 6" as of monday
I drove by round lake on the way to walton and nobody was out there. Ice looked sketchy. Appeared to be a large pressure ridge on the west side. Walton had around 6" as of mondayIt's 8 to 9 inchs thick
I can't post images from photo bucket lol. I tried too long..no big deal..probably better off...had the whe lk to myself and tomorrow snow! Will have to get the rear wheel chains sometime tomorrow after shoveling myself out
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Can any body is Sullivan give me a "real" snow update-we are heading that way today with a bunch of kids
Looks like we are going to get hammered again.... NOAA says 10-14 where I live and Weather Channel says 5-8.... Going to make things tough for people who walk....yeah it will suck for me!!!
Hope im in the right place. Headed up north to tupper lake and was wondering if anyone has any info on ice conditions and about bait shops.
Hope im in the right place. Headed up north to tupper lake and was wondering if anyone has any info on ice conditions and about bait shops.
I just saw 48+ inchs for Orange County!! :o get out the snowsshoes for ice fishing
It keeps changing from 40 to 8
can somebody post directions to fallsburg tourn. saturday?? where is echo lake??? thanks :tipup:
Also for those of you who use the Navionics app depending where you fish it could be way off.... got to my spot yesterday was supposed to be in 21 fow drilled a hole and it was 13'.... either they dropped the lake 8 feet or the underwater hump grew lol
Most maps are based on the Fisheries high water ...not familiar with Greenwood lake ...is it possible to be up 7 feet at its fullest capacity ?
It is so cold out, i'm taking my time this am.. hoping to get out in the pm if the wind dies down.. I use the WU app on my computer,, anybody have a better weather app? going to work on my jigging setups and consolidate tackle for the harsh sub temps ..hopefully i get a good Sunday in before the next snow storm.
Anybody know if Rockland lake is opened yet?As of Thursday 1/29 rockland lake was still closed. I know the information Center is only open monday-Friday. If Iget time after the range today I will swing by and see if a green flag is out.
The Weather . com and WU seem to be in sync or cahoots with one another .. as far as forecasts.. they have been getting the forecasts right for the most part for quite some time my go to forecasters...predicte d 6 in total for "the BIG storm of 2015 " spot on for my area .
is that the euro again lol
The weather channel should be able to get it right more times than not but. .that was not the case imho...I will not trust their forecast anymore ;D imho..they got to o big for their own way
I see a warm up some for Wednesday so it should settle it down some .
Heard a rumor that the contest on highland lake at sand beach is being held on the 14th of February does anyone know if this is true or does anyone have contact info.for this contest. Thanks happy fishing my family and i will be out tomorrow :)
i might but will need to wait for the plows to clean the roads firstI can't wait. I finally was starting to catch some panfish on this one lake that is a mile long and no one really ice fishs it yesterday now I wanna go back.
Loudmouth. ..what forecast group do you use? We got 14" here...that's plenty for the snow shoes ...no more needed!
Loudmouth. ..what forecast group do you use? We got 14" here...that's plenty for the snow shoes ...no more needed!
FINALLY WE GET SOME SNOW!!! now i get to use the snowshoes. and take advantage of other fisherman that cant get to the good fishing grounds on contest day!!! :clap: :roflmao: :clap: :roflmao:
Are there any contests this weekend? I'm having allot of trouble searching on my phone.
Thanks
Some garden center was selling waxworms 40 for 8.99 lol.. what the????!!!! Anybody know where else I can get grubs? Wonder if Davis has anything?
Some garden center was selling waxworms 40 for 8.99 lol.. what the????!!!! Anybody know where else I can get grubs? Wonder if Davis has anything?
Hey guys, I know ice should be safe on Rockland lake now but does anybody know if its opened? Have a day off class tomorrow and my dads friend just called to ask if I wanted to come.1 hour drive for me so does anybody know if its open? Thanks alot. Offices are closed and I didn't think I was going so I didn't call.
I doubt it but they had it open this season so far.. do not go near that ramp unless you have chains ;D
Hey guys, I know ice should be safe on Rockland lake now but does anybody know if its opened? Have a day off class tomorrow and my dads friend just called to ask if I wanted to come.1 hour drive for me so does anybody know if its open? Thanks alot. Offices are closed and I didn't think I was going so I didn't call.called this morning and it was not open. Drove by this afternoon after fishing a small pond a half mile from there and it's still a red flag. On a side note the small pond I fished had a red flag. the maximum depth is only about 6 or 7 feet so I ventured out. All the holes I drilled were about 9". I have a feeling it hasn't been checked in quite some time.
Is there any trout in hessian lake ? That is the lake by bear mountain lodge right? Also do they allow ice fishing?
Is there any trout in hessian lake ? That is the lake by bear mountain lodge right? Also do they allow ice fishing?As stated, there is trout. Had a very limited time yesterday. Fished 30 FOW, two hits, but nothing to show.
I haven't bought bait in years lm.. i'm strictly jigging and happy not to worry about live bait in a bucket..btw do they still enforce the ten day receipt of purchase for the VHS thingy?
cool, yes I think jersey no such live bait law exists so was wondering with the border water guess thge state line matters in that case (not licenses) yeah i think tipups are fun but i can't be hassled ..i rather look for them instead of waiting most of the time. Hoping to try some lake in Harriman before the big snow storm.Harriman has been slow for me. Hit silvermine and didn't hook anything. A few light strikes but that's it. Tiorati was slightly better. Was there a few days ago and managed a few perch and a tiny pickerel.
Seen someone fishing the Orange-Rockland lake today when I was coming home from Peekskillis orange-rockland lake private? I always see people fishing it. I have heard it was not private and also that it was. Never really bothered to look into it.
I'm at my favorite honey-hole on a private lake, and it is S-L-O-W. I wonder if it's he approaching storm?
nice perch lm, nobody was doing on tiaroti.. some guy kept a bag full of bait sized perch as i was making my way in. I'm looking forward to going back upstate. those are huge perch congrats
This 12 + inches of snow atop 13 inches of ice is not fun for walking or dragging ...even with a Smitty sled ...I would take a warm up just to knock down some of this snow ...with nights as cold as they have been it'll sure freeze up/over quickly..
Just what we need! More F$&@?NG snow!
Private lake I fished yesterday had 3-4" of frozen slush on top of 16" or so of hard ice,but wherever there was a couple of inches of snow over it we where breaking through the mushy slush.
Did do great on the White perch to make the difficult walking worth it!
Was able to bring home 35 keepers (had fish requests to fill) and released at least 100 dinks!
Slow on tipups though!
Just what we need! More F$&@?NG snow!I always catch big whites but have never kept and ate them. Are they comparable to yellows taste wise? They look like a big shiner to me lol.
Private lake I fished yesterday had 3-4" of frozen slush on top of 16" or so of hard ice,but wherever there was a couple of inches of snow over it we where breaking through the mushy slush.
Did do great on the White perch to make the difficult walking worth it!
Was able to bring home 35 keepers (had fish requests to fill) and released at least 100 dinks!
Slow on tipups though!
Does anyone know if there is slush on any of the lakes in Sullivan county? Particular looking for condition of highland lake and sackett lake
when i seen the Korean fish lettered van at tiaroti,I kinda suspected something.. none the less, when i seen a bag of two dozen dinks with other illegal sized sunfish..I don't really care..
it isn't like the state stocks them much with anything...
shellfish....you are comparing apples and oranges.....the pressure that NY (especially the Beaverkill/Willowemoc system) get is not sustainable.....a lot of fisherman up there keep every legal trout they catch.....I fish them all up there......the best thing NY could do , as some places out west do is put in the slot system, where you can keep trout between 14 and 18 inches and all others need to be released......this leaves the young ones and good breeders .....those big fish are not as good to eat anyway, take a pic and send them back and leave the young ones to grow......
gee wiz,, i have over thirty years fishing year round,, hope you are not referring to me stirring anything,, i'm just telling it as I see/seen the changes over the years..take fore your worth. no hard feelings. i still know where the hot spots are regardlessWith over 30 years of fishing, you should know the proper limits when it comes to the fish. And as for the private message you sent me, I'm not sure what you were trying to say. Just post it here and maybe another member can decipher it.
CORNDOG, PM SENT ;D think now the public forum knows you know i know you know we both are confused about the nydec fishery thingy ;DStill unsure what you are talking about. I made no derogatory posts. I basically answered your confusing post and tried to inform you what the NYS DEC regulations are currently for Bluegills/Sunfish.. And not the only member here who tried. Please stop sending messages to me. I really have no clue what you are trying to gain from sending them.
Any Russians here.. just kidding ;D
gee wiz,, i have over thirty years fishing year round,, hope you are not referring to me stirring anything,, i'm just telling it as I see/seen the changes over the years..take fore your worth. no hard feelings. i still know where the hot spots are regardless
Lol you might have 30 years, but still haven't read an NYS regulation page huh?Exactly
Does anyone know if there is slush on any of the lakes in Sullivan county? Particular looking for condition of highland lake and sackett lakewell boys, and girls, heres what i have been on in that area:
Any Russians here.. just kidding ;Dnope none here, they all went back to Brooklyn after they fished out all the lakes in Westchester, Putnam and duchess counties! ;D
nope none here, they all went back to Brooklyn after they fished out all the lakes in Westchester, Putnam and duchess counties! ;D
They know who they are, the self proclaimed loudmouths.
Huh? Hope you're not talking about me
its not bad enough they bucket the baby fish from the lakes they dump tons of crap every where they go one of the best bass lakes i fish was shut down for years due to them leaving trash all overPretty bad when you pull up a dink 4" perch and someone asks you " if you not going to keep it can i?"
Pretty bad when you pull up a dink 4" perch and someone asks you " if you not going to keep it can i?"I eat them like smelt. Bones and all ;D
Ahhhhhhhhhh
The high temperatures keep going up in the weekend forecast ...hoping the brutal conditions stay to the north of us ...although a freeze up would be nice for traveling across this slush.
Anyone been out on sylvan lake in dutchess thinking of hitting it Monday?Drove past last Sunday and counted 20+ people out fishing. Local bait shop said they had been catching small rainbows and browns......may join you out there on Monday myself!
"But let me tell you something, folks: You can't fix stupid. There's not a pill you can take; there's not a class you can go to. Stupid is forever." - Ron White
Hi anybody have any idea if bringing a wheeler to highland lake and king of the ice is even worth it?? Deep snow? Slush? Maybe this freeze will help?? Thanks in advance!! Good luck!!!
Ask a dec officer why our lovely immigrants . Documented or otherwise.don't get fined? That should cause a stir......so frustrating >:(
Good Evening everyone just wanted to inform all of you that due to a sudden unexpected event in my life I will not be able to attended this Saturday's gathering at the Hurleyville Fire Dept. Contest. My Mother Passed away earlier today. All those needing information on this contest please see the SENY Gathering Suggestion thread or go the Contest thread started by AdkRoy. (found stickied near top of NY.General community page) Have a safe and great weekend everyone.Sorry to hear it Steve. Prayers sent.
Mr.Clean/Steve
Good Evening everyone just wanted to inform all of you that due to a sudden unexpected event in my life I will not be able to attended this Saturday's gathering at the Hurleyville Fire Dept. Contest. My Mother Passed away earlier today. All those needing information on this contest please see the SENY Gathering Suggestion thread or go the Contest thread started by AdkRoy. (found stickied near top of NY.General community page) Have a safe and great weekend everyone.
Mr.Clean/Steve
Good Evening everyone just wanted to inform all of you that due to a sudden unexpected event in my life I will not be able to attended this Saturday's gathering at the Hurleyville Fire Dept. Contest. My Mother Passed away earlier today. All those needing information on this contest please see the SENY Gathering Suggestion thread or go the Contest thread started by AdkRoy. (found stickied near top of NY.General community page) Have a safe and great weekend everyone.Steve,
Mr.Clean/Steve
Ask a dec officer why our lovely immigrants . Documented or otherwise.don't get fined? That should cause a stir......so frustrating >:(
Well how'd everyone do in the tournaments? Also looks like more snow the 21st and 22nd
Not sure about the tourneys, but I had a very slow day. Only 10 mid sized perch.
SCCC King of the Ice Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/SullivanCounty.ConservationClub
You might want to be careful about what you post DEC like to troll this site..... Deer are doing fine down here and we don't have to feed them for them to survive either! Saw one today out in the sun at about 8am that was nice a fat.... they've survived the winters for how long with out my help no need to help them now. If they happen to find the bird seed in the bird feeder good for them but I'm not putting food out for them.
The whole feeding deer issue was shot down in a court I read in NY, unenforceable. Now hunting over bait is of course.
You can feed animals. You just can't bait deer or bear. It's up to the ECO's discretion if you are baiting or not..
Feeding wild turkeys and tree rats, no tickets or issue.
Regardless of the season, it's not legal to put out any type of feed for deer, though it is legal to fell trees and shrubs to make their nutritious twigs/buds accessible to deer:
http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/7197.html
You can bait at any time in Jersey.
I don't understand why NY doesn't do what Jersey does allow baiting during certain dates (I think its september through mid december) and then no baiting so the deer don't "starve" themselves.
You can bait at any time in Jersey.
]no hunting allowed for miles in a metropolitan area..
According to the DEC I can hunt 150 feet away from any building with a bow! If I have the landowners permission I can hunt right on his porch! Also if the landowners neighbors are within 150 feet and they say I can hunt I'm good to go...your footage is correct however you are not allowed to discharge a gun OR BOW within city limits. in the urban areas that eliminates a lot of land that hold suburban deer...
"It is illegal to discharge a firearm, longbow or crossbow:within 500 feet (for a firearm), 250 feet (for a crossbow) or 150 feet (for a longbow) of a dwelling, farm building or structure in occupation or use unless you own it, lease it, are an immediate member of the family, an employee, or have the owner's consent."
According to that I can hunt where I work!
thanks KB but i really dont find it as something "special", i do this almost every trip for as long as i can remember. i have been icefishing for over 35 years now and i still feel theres always more to learn, and another fish to catch... lol
I hear you on that I'd love to give you a run for your money at those tournaments just don't like fishing in all the big crowds. All the lakes I fish and even the couple new ones I tried out this year I'm the same way producing fish on every trip.... except for walleye on one lake I'm still trying to figure out.... just haven't put in enough time. I know where they're at just haven't figured out what they want the two times outwe should get together sometime. i am not into the "crowd" of fisherman. even when im fishing with friends we are not close unless someone hits a good school and calls the other over. i hop around too much for most to keep up with me...
BossJ - you make it look so easy! (and it's certainly NOT!)really it is easy. most days the hardest part is keeping bait on the hook. lol dont get me wrong i went many years before i caught fish the consistently. but once i found a lure that worked i started to fill the freezer fast!
Great job!
we should get together sometime. i am not into the "crowd" of fisherman. even when im fishing with friends we are not close unless someone hits a good school and calls the other over. i hop around too much for most to keep up with me...
pm me if you want to meet.
sat im hitting the last contest but after that i would love to chase some eyes... lol never really got into them through the ice but have got a few. just not many around where i know of. the other i really want to try to get would be lakers. again not many close to me so... lol
i can only travel 50 miles so the other side of the hudsons too far for me. as for the eyes i have got a few on my spoons already but none big enough to keep.
LM try a chartreuse 1/4 sonar (fire tiger) pretty dependable for those eye you think are there where I know they are ;)
The whole feeding deer issue was shot down in a court I read in NY, unenforceable. Now hunting over bait is of course.
i thought this was a icefishing site? when did it change to deer feeding???X2 !!!
i thought this was a icefishing site? when did it change to deer feeding???
I hear a lot of people saying corn is bad for deer, but I have yet to witness one die from it. Plenty of deer that got away to live for another season after filling up on corn and sneaking away from the hunters. Has anyone actually seen a deer dead in the woods from eating corn?
I personally know a guy in Sullivan county who has been feeding deer on his property for 30 years. He got too lazy to hunt them but still likes to see them around so he feeds them. They still keep coming back. In larger herds too.
This is an ice fishing site but it's also a BS topicAgree.
Agree.
Stop with the deer crap and get back to fishing.
Nobody gives a hoot.
right here for info about fishing these counties, and BS in general.
Tournament on sackett lake this weekend does anyone know how slushy the lake is?
Seen on the news they need icebreakers on the Hudson..LM be interesting to see you post some photos
Looks like last year was colder than this yearThis graph is from 2 weeks ago. I saw this am on the weather channel great lakes ice coverage is over 80 % now.
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This graph is from 2 weeks ago. I saw this am on the weather channel great lakes ice coverage is over 80 % now.
NOAA is reporting well over 80% as of yesterday. Definitely two very cold winters back to back.
Here's as of yesterday..... A little more ice than last year but pretty dang equal to last yearVery close and almost equal as you said. These last 2 brutal cold weeks have really changed the ice coverage %.
This year Lake Ontario is a lot more frozen than last year
(http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/res/glcfs/compare_years/2015_051_glsea.png)(http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/res/glcfs/compare_years/2014_051_glsea.png)
Very close and almost equal as you said. These last 2 brutal cold weeks have really changed the ice coverage %.
It will be interesting to see how high the ice coverage percentage goes this year...personally, I hope this 80.9 % is max !! Normal winter temperatures would be welcome for a lot of us at this point !
I just am hoping you fed some deer by where you live,, i think they can use all the help they can get this brutal winter :o
Any tips on Sylvan Lake?
Been living within 40 minutes of it all my life but never fished it!
Saw some guys out there yesterday driving past and thought I might try it out today after I blow the driveway off.
Large bait?
Mediums?
Thoughts on depths for setting tip ups?
Any tips on Sylvan Lake?
Been living within 40 minutes of it all my life but never fished it!
Saw some guys out there yesterday driving past and thought I might try it out today after I blow the driveway off.
Large bait?
Mediums?
Thoughts on depths for setting tip ups?
I want to try West Branch on Wednesday if the wind stays down. Where will I find the easiest access that won't be a heart attack dragging my sled out? Going for trout if I can find them.
Gamalot
If that's like the rest of the lake I've been on it shouldn't be an issue dragging everything was pretty hard packed and what spots there were were only a inch deep of snow if that...... People who fish the reservoirs would have a better idea
Also looks like our "Thaw" will begin on the 28th
Thanks LM, guess I was looking more for the best place to park and drag from. Never been there before and just want to get out down there. I live right near Swinging Bridge so it will be a good hike for me.
Gamalot
I'd go to SWB but thats just me.... I'm sure someone here will give you some info
I have no idea where to get on SB since they chain the launch area.
G
A couple weeks ago it was still open from a report on here
Gary...have you spoken to Corey about West Branch?? One of his favorite spots !!
I'll check that tomorrow. In the last few years they have always locked it up as soon as the snow flies.
G
I want to try West Branch on Wednesday if the wind stays down. Where will I find the easiest access that won't be a heart attack dragging my sled out? Going for trout if I can find them.
Gamalot
One place I see people fishing there is in the area of the route 301 causeway that crosses the reservoir. On the west side of the causeway is Gypsy Trail Rd (Cty rt 41). After you turn onto this road there is parking immediately on your right. It is DEP boat ramp, but there is enough room for a few cars to park without blocking the gate.
Let me know if its locked or if it isn't plowed ...the DEC via Email assured me that it would be unlocked and plowed this season ...if either is the case I will Email them and advise them.
Does anyone know of a bait shop by greenwood lake? I'm heading out later for walleye there.
(http://i1380.photobucket.com/albums/ah172/perchassasin/imagejpg2_zpsff03abd7.jpg) (http://s1380.photobucket.com/user/perchassasin/media/imagejpg2_zpsff03abd7.jpg.html). 10# brown from West Branch saturday morn on a tip up almost 40 min to land him
Does anyone know of a bait shop by greenwood lake? I'm heading out later for walleye there.
I didn't stay for long once that sun went down it got very cold. Only got a small perch. I was told of a walleye spot there but no walleyes yet lol. I might be going there Wednesday again.
What were the walking conditions on the ice and what is the best size bait for walleye there. I'm planning on taking a trip there soon.
I posted walking condition a few pages back.... look back a few pages and you'll find out..... Or take a look at the Greenwood reports and conditions page in the NY or NJ area for greenwood.
Also Greenwood has special regulation for walleye since it is a border water.... It closes on February 28th not March 15th like the rest of the state.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31402.html (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31402.html)
Anyone here ice fish bear Mtn ?Hessian Lake, or Harriman? I fish all of them.
Any recommendation on bait size?
Hessian Lake, or Harriman? I fish all of them.I'm going tomorrow to hessian for trout.
last weeend for eyes and it closes..hoping to find them on swb..
Nice trophy bt..wow ;) today it was harriman dinks mostly but we two managed six kepper yp up to 13.5 in. One I jigged up had a 4 in sawbelly half out ..snow on top easy to walk..btw. .last weeend for eyes and it closes..hoping to find them on swb.. been so so there if anyone is interested.
What is SWB?
Gamalot
swinging bridge
Thought so and it is in my back yard just a few miles up the road a piece. Never have caught an eye there yet!
Gary
I'm going to try jigging up some more perch tomorrow,going to be balmy sunny weather compared to today's teens..Harriman is much closer for day trip and sometimes decent perch ;D yes Gamalot , Look for us straight out from the ramp should you decide to go (swb) swinging bridge this weekend.
If you plan to park in the launch area you better have a very large 4X4 with good tires and a running start to break through the snow bank left by the town plows. The lot appears to be plowed out but the town locked the entrance doing road plowing.
I don't know which entity is in charge or responsible for the lot. Could be the DEC or the Power company that owns the lake rights or possibly even the town of Forestburgh but who ever it is has dropped the ball. Just about any truck with a plow could clean this up in a few passes.
Gamalot
Swinging Bridge
After PM contact and Gamalot post I Emailed the DEC employee who assured me that it would be maintained ..the landing is maintained by the Eagle Creek ...the DEC with be checking with them concerning the landing condition as reported by Gamalot.
Thanks HD! Now that I know that Eagle Creek, formerly Mirrant is in charge, they are right down the road from me on the Rio and I can stop in and let them know.
Gary
I like the bigger ponds,all of them are pretty good when /if they are biting.
Let us know how you make out after notifying them .
I wasn't aware that you were allowed to fish the other ponds in Harriman. According to their ice fishing flyer:
"When conditions allow, ice fishing is permitted on the following lakes and ponds:
Askoti, Kanawauke, Massawippa, Nawahunta, Sebago, Silvermine, Skannatati, Stahahe, Te-Ata, Tiorati, Welch, Hessian, Rockland, Blue, Eagle, and Little Dam lakes; Four Corners and Laurel Meadow ponds."
Are you referring to the Sterling Forest ones? I had the most disappointing year in memory last summer season at Blue Lake so I currently do no have a lot of confidence in Sterling Forest. Haven't fished the other ponds all that much although I know there was a fish kill at Four Corners in recent years.
I stopped in at 4 PM and talked with the boss. He told me the plow truck blew the tranny and they were picking it up tomorrow from the repair shop. Could not guarantee that the launch would be plowed by Sat. but he would do his best to get up there.
They are good people at Eagle Creek so if I was a betting man I would say he will get it done.
Gamalot
I want to go mid week ...
Received this from the DEC in regards to Swinging Bridge
Eagle Creek has been keeping up with the plowing after each snow event. Apparently, there was a pile of snow at the entrance that was left by the county plow after Eagle Creek had finished plowing after the last storm. Access into the launch should be passable at this time.
Eagle Creek’s plow is in for mechanical service at the moment, and they have subcontracted the plowing work to a local contractor. They hope to have their plow vehicle back on Monday 3/2/15.
I hope they did step up ....been wanting to fish SWB ...how is the walleye fishing near the boat launch area ... any tips Left ....Right ??
I hope they did step up ....been wanting to fish SWB ...how is the walleye fishing near the boat launch area ... any tips Left ....Right ??
If you go left be careful on the ice where Black Lake empties into SWB.
Managed to get into the walleye twice on SWB and both times it was after dark and they came in and left within a half an hour. The first time literally all of my tip-ups went off in about 10 minutes and then they moved on. Sat out there many nights with nothing to show for it. But they are in there.
loudmouth is that a aqua- vu camera & how do you like it ? wanted to get 1 this year herd it was hard to see with with snow cover on ice...
loudmouth is that a aqua- vu camera & how do you like it ? wanted to get 1 this year herd it was hard to see with with snow cover on ice...
So been looking at maps trying to figure out where to fish and there are 2 boat launches on SWB.... Are they both public launches or is one private? Anyone know
If you Bing Map it you can see more ...no leaves on the trees . Navionics will let you look at the sonar map for a better heads up ...more precise contour lines .
I use navionics and that shows there's 2 launches off of starlight road.... by the looks of it the northern one is private but would like to make sure of that before I decide where to fish
Yes, there are two launches almost side by side. The south most one is private. There is also 2 marinas and if you can get in to them they sometimes will allow fishing for pay.
The water is down at least 20 feet from the normal level and there is 18 inches of ice but a steep drag down and up from the public launch.
Gamalot
From DEC site
Access
Boat access provided by Alliance Energy. Concrete boat ramp located on the east shore off of Starlight Rd. Parking for 30 vehicles. Free to public with no restrictions on boat type.
its the southern most launch site ...was marked fairly well with a DEC sign ...shellfish was just up there I believe so he may have a better idea on the P/Lot conditions...as well as ice/ snow ...probably 4-6 iches of new snow up here from this last storm .
The two marinas are
Swinging Bridge Marina
371 Starlight Rd, Monticello, NY 12701
(845) 794-6530
and
Starlight
Starlight Rd, Mongaup Valley, NY 12762
(845) 794-3622
Lets get one thing straight about the launches. I don't have navionics but I have lived here for 63 years and know this lake well. The dam is at the southern end. Driving from the dam north on Starlight drive the very first launch area on the left is privately owned by the big home across from it and has a wood gate that is locked. The next launch on the left is the public launch. Not sure what the maps are showing but only one launch is public.
thanks.... the one I was thinking about is private....
Navionics shows the public launch and the marina launch by Kinnie Brook
Gamalot just glad you made it up ,, I laughed pulling my sled up realizing how many times I had to stop and rest before getting up that slippery incline! I was the last one parked in the public ramp..tought to try all the holes i drilled going back , my friend said he had enough the weather.. it continued snowing, we managed a few panfish crappies throwback dinks..it was pretty dead..today shoveled and got home 10am.. LM you can try asking permission at starlight marina ,, but honestly going to be nasty by the time the next storms blow through.. I wish I could say different..you might reconsider unless you have a snowmobile or try walking in the deep snow( might get slushy too the time you thinking of going there. I hate sweating it,, won't bother until the weekend after maybe,, but by than wallete closes.. think i'll try Harriman if the warm rain doesn't close them later in the week. gl be careful bring extra boots if you decide to try swb, it can get surprisely wet along the shoreline in March.
How much ice are on the lakes in sullivan i haven't been out in weeks and I'm planning to go to lake huntington this weekend
i am going to try to get on swinging bridge in the morning. hope this cold firms up the surface, but then again i have the snowshoes and smitty to allow me to get around if its not good...
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by feeding eagles did you mean you threw the fish on the ice because thats wantenwaste its iligal
I hit Lake Welch this morning for a few hours. Kept 3 jumbo yellows and 2 crappies and released many dinks. Saw a guy jig up a 19" catfish, that was pretty cool.
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Kool. My father & I are gonna head up to Welch today. I hope they don't have LOCKJAW!!!!! ;)
Good Luck guys.
BloodGroove4570
How'd you make out on Welch?
Out with Qteam on Welch. We just had a park employee tell us the park is officially closed for fishing. With over 20" of ice, I cannot understand why. I called Tiorati and spoke to a Mr. Driver. His explication is that there is a current that eats away the ice from underneath as well as the many streams that erode the ice. Strange, being he could not explain how that was found to be, since we saw no test holes by the launch. Mr Driver is the assistant to the director who was unavailable because he was in a meeting. I am unsure as to how they determined the exact reason they closed the lakes other than the date. There is no open water on Welch and the top is firm with no slush or run off. Maybe they had a predetermined date already in place. This is ridiculous.
... they do this because of the cross country skiers and hikers imho.. but understand why they do close them with all them cross country and hikers running around..
as for swinging bridge a good friend went there today and only caught 1 crappie and has 2 other hits all day. that place can be and has been like the dead sea. i was there 2 days last week and both days there was very little action, not just for me but everyone there said very little action... NOT A GOOD PLACE TO BRING A KID!!!
What I love most is that they want us to follow the rules and they don't even follow they're own. It says 6" min of ice for it to be opened and SAFE.
Where does it say that?
. that was Sebago..anyway get over it and think open water or head north for safe ice.
I was all over Welch on Sunday and drilling everywhere as well. They are nuts if they deemed it unsafe.Exactly. Glad the "current" didn't break up the ice on you and that you made it off safe..lol.
Funny enough, i was with catskill on Sunday on Welch. I told him if I could, my truck would be on the ice, its a full size nissan titan. MINIMUM OF 22 INCHES OF ICEIncredible, right? Just wish Mr Driver had given me an educated explination. Hopefully I will be able to address this issue with the man in charge of park operations.
I don't know why you guys waste your time with them theres plenty of public waters with better fishing in the area
Harriman is hands down some of the best fishing in the lower NY region! I have found better trout fishing, but for bass and panfish, none better!
Feel free to PM me any and all spots on the Rockland/Orange border.
I really like fishing the Harriman chain of lakes, and other than Mr Driver, I have never had an issue with anyone other than some Citidiots...
My cousin and I can fill half a jet sled in 3 hours of 8-10" sunnies, 9-12" perch and 10-13" crappies 5 minutes from my house.... If that's not good panfishing idk what isUnderstood. Having a nice honey hole close by is ideal. But one of the biggest reasons I fish Harriman other than the close proximity to where I live (less travel time more fishing time) is that there are many times when my free time to fish is limited due to other responsibilities. I wish I had a pond or lake close by that would be a sure thing each time. But honestly, I kinda like the thrill of the hunt, running and gunning till we find them.
I go the other way Orange/Sullivan if I need to
My cousin and I can fill half a jet sled in 3 hours of 8-10" sunnies, 9-12" perch and 10-13" crappies 5 minutes from my house.... If that's not good panfishing idk what is
I go the other way Orange/Sullivan if I need to
That sounds like work and too easy at the same time. Besides when do you get a chance to drink your beer?
Might venture to swb tomorrow for last day of walleye. ..has anyone tried to left of access? I am thinking of around the corner through the narrow deep channel. ...there is some nice structure on both banks right after the narrows....yes I know a little bit of a hike thats fine and I am aware of the.portal on the opposite shore...just curious if anyone ventured around the left.side for the elusive walleye? Might a good spot to get of the wind that we are anticipating for tomorrow.
I have the Aqua Vu Micro 5w/DVR ....yesterday in about 13 feet of water with two foot of hard pack and ice and the sun was bright ..no clouds could see quite wellI use the aqua-vu in my fish trap. I use a GorillaPod camera mount which has 3 legs you can twist in any direction. This allows you to secure the camera any place in a few seconds, quickly remove it, and also allows it to be free standing. Free standing though is a bad idea because Murphy will see that it gets knocked over on the ice and breaks the display.
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on other outings there was less visibility ...but there was no sun and a lot of snow atop the ice ...
Yesterday instead of mounting it atop my Vexilar ...I clamped it to the Hoop pole via the GoPro Jaws grip/mount ..positioned the camera at my dead stick and jigged another hole with my Vexilar ..kinda like that set up .
OK locals, I want to get out Thursday morning @Greewood lake by the gazebo. Help me out. Willing to walk the plank.
Yes, greenwood is good. 15" of ice. Be careful at the shoreline.
If anyone here knows a safe entry and would like company this late afternoon for late day bite perhaps.., Let me know before noon.. I'll be heading up Monticello area after a paying my traffic ticket on the way up.i live about 7 miles from the trooper baracks in wurtsboro. ill be fishing tomorrow, got plans this afternoon.
If it is a fact that it kills them then you would not be able to do it in just about every friggin state. You do realize that ny is about the only state where you can not feed deer right?
The locoskys have like 50 feeders on there farms running through the winter. I think they know what there doing...............
bowski is correct. yes they still need to eat but what people do feed them they cant digest. before you open your mouth why dont you do a little research...
Now we have to get into specifics about what to feed? Are they gonna die if they eat hotdogs? maybe hotdogs are ok but if you put mustard on hotdogs then they will die. Now hear this bowski, most biologists are teabags and are all trying to one up each other with there opinions. I will take dr james krolls opinion over anyones in the world............. You better put your bigboy pants on and dig deeper........Fact, not fiction, own up.
The problem with feeding deer in the winter is most people don't know what to feed them, the wrong foods like corn introduced in the middle of the winter is deadly.
Read the article attached a previous post, it explains a lot.
what does all this deer feeding bs have to do with ice fishing ?
maybe you guys should start a deer feeding web site...or a no feeding deer web site...
read it from the start LM , all this about enzymes digestion problems exploding deer from a hand full of sunflower seeds.. , tis was only a few scoops of wild bird seed from a couple 20lb bags sprinkled here and there under the feeder during a severe winter..was but a treat to sustain them..wouldn't even consider it feeding..
Spot on Bowski! You're better off doing some selective cutting on your property if you can, to give the deer access to the browse and buds available on the tree limb tips.
MK
I agree with Bowski76 too (exactly what my younger brother explained to me years ago) the deer's metabolism /digestive system changes through the season and it is true better off not to feed deer anything.. my point was these are landlocked deer they are urbanized.. I wish they could be darted and relocated by fish and game.. at the builders and developers expense.. but deer can't speak .. and this is not the ADK or any large track of wood lot these deer browse from yard to yard.. they can't get to big woods over and highways.. those townhouse developers should be responsible for relocating these herds to nearby state parks.
I like to feed my deer Thunderhead 100's, and 12 ga Accu-tips. LOL. I havent heard any complaints so far. LOLI prefer Slik Tricks and T/C Shockwave 250grain,but I haven't heard any complaints from them either!
Every season I try to relocate as many as I legally can into my freezer. I even take them for day trips out onto the lake when ICE FISHING!!!!!
Hint hint hint.....
I prefer Slik Tricks and T/C Shockwave 250grain,but I haven't heard any complaints from them either!
East fishkill provisions makes some great stuff. Thats where I get my venison processed as well. Pepperoni, Kiełbasa, hot dogs, shickenspeck, all too good.
MJ, Im free Sunday (I hope), if youd like to kill some gills, Im game. We can feed them some un-nutritious hooks! Ha ha ha
ok teameat me
I was checking out the other threads, must be still good up in ADK mts..on lk george and them finger lks,,anybody from this group planning on going? Going to be an interesting trout opener in just few days and bet some pools on the streams are still frozen in the Catskills.. DEC site shows trout stockings start in March in the lower counties .. anyway still feels like winter this am it is 20s outside!
Nice greenwood fish hope you released
Plan on putting a boat on the Roundout res, any suggestions or forums that can be helpful. I am going to spend the first season with my standard trolling gear, learn a little, before I invest in some leadcore for big spoons.hey, I fish round out a lot, if your gonna wanna get into Lakers, your gonna need to leadcore troll down to 80-100 feet with medium sized Sutton spoons. Sawbellies work too just fish them a couple inches to feet off bottom.
Be safe
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Muskie from other page really !
Muskie from other page really !
Hardwater Diehard thank you for posting the Ice Team digital magazine link . Do you have any idea if there is a printed version of the magazine and when it will be available for purchase.Steve....There is and it's FREE!! I ask for it every year to keep in the "reading room"!! Just ask for the 2015-2016 Ice Annual. Here is a link to Ice Team. You might also want to join! You get interesting articles during the season! Just go to 'Contact Us' and ask them to send it. I just got an email from them that my copy is on the way!!
Steve
Hardwater Diehard thank you for posting the Ice Team digital magazine link . Do you have any idea if there is a printed version of the magazine and when it will be available for purchase.
Steve
Hardwater diehard thank you for the hyperlink to Ice team and the other various links . I maybe showing my age but prefer an actual print magazine that I can hold and read.Check reply #8158 ::) Mine's in the mail!!
Steve
OldSailor,Hardwater Diehard my thanks once again for the instructions on how to obtain a copy of the 2015-16 Ice Team Annual magazine. When I checked my Emails today there was one from Ice Team/Clam Corp. says a copy of the annual is on its way to me.
Steve
Sounds good to me, I like to see a quick 12"of ice and then 3-6" of snow on top! ;D
A nice cold snowless winter. Sweet!
Can anyone suggest a couple lakes in southern New York close to Pennsylvania that I can ice fish for pike and musky ?
First day of crossbow. I thonl.
I was in the Middletown area this morning Gander Mountain is starting to put ice fishing gear on display. Only saw two flip over shelters out on the sales floor ,good size selection of rods and combos also jigs,spoons.
Steve
I do like going there to look at all the stuff I don't need. They never have what I do need. Lol
Hahaha. Sad isn't it?
I finally broke down and bought ANOTHER auger. This one is the Fin Bore 3, a six inch I can't
Wait to get out and use it. I'm paring it up with my Ice Master drill adapter and my Milwaukee M18 drill. That should make life much easier for the early season.
Hahaha. Sad isn't it?
I finally broke down and bought ANOTHER auger. This one is the Fin Bore 3, a six inch I can't
Wait to get out and use it. I'm paring it up with my Ice Master drill adapter and my Milwaukee M18 drill. That should make life much easier for the early season.
I placed my order today from wholesale baits for 3000 mousies for $ 150.00 to be split between 3 guys. Bring on the ice ! Walt
SO....... 70 Deg. here today........ **censored**???????
Put away ice sled..... take back out Trout rods!!! Summerize snow blower!!! Geeeezzzz !!!
Had a quick question. Did Fisherman's Deli out by Riverhead ever get re-opened? And if not, is there anywhere else on the island to get live shiners or minnows?
There used to be a shop in Lake Ronkonkoma that had minnows, but they closed up years ago (never could understand why... they had a captive audience in that area). Never heard of anyone else on LI that carried live freshwater minnows...... you could try using saltwater minnows (catch them yourself in a cheap trap by any shore).
Looks like im out for Fish307's Ice seminar. I was looking forward to it, I really wanted to hear about perching on the king.
Stihl is now making ice augers!
http://m.stihlusa.com/products/augers-and-drills/accessories/auger-and-drill-accessories/iceaugerbits/?_ga=1.113349191.1397176329.1450796639
Hahahaha
Now we just need ice!
http://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/january-to-yield-winters-first-outbreak-of-icy-air-in-eastern-central-us/ar-BBnMNPa?li=BBnbfcL
still think and hoping for the second week in January ...last year I believe my first outing was January 11th . :icefish:
Hey Fellas!, second year into ice fishing!
I am in Sullivan county at Barryville!
Anyone know any lake,ponds etc for the ice fishing season!
Only ones I hit last year was lake Hutchinson and taxpayers pond!
Any suggestions?
Thanks diehard , and I misspelled lake Huntington!
I will add location too!:)
Hope will see ice mid Jan!
That's the same one , the person who told me about it calls it taxpayers for whatever reason, it's public ,but no parking spot just pull over, caught shad and perch in there, was a good first experience ! People snowmobile on it a lot, dunno how much that effects fishing.i have found that lots of snowmobles on the ice almost kills the fishing for that day
People, how the hell are we gonna be on the ice by mid january when the lows are bareley gonna be freezing the next 10 days. we are gonna need a week of highs in the teens just to be on the ice by feb. Wishful thinking, i wish some of you were right but it does not look good.
getting excited . the right side of the causeway of Sodom res. in the flat there is skimmed over.........don't tell Russia. lol
I am sure the NW CT ponds up near Goshen are making ice now, heard they froze over .
People, how the hell are we gonna be on the ice by mid january when the lows are bareley gonna be freezing the next 10 days. we are gonna need a week of highs in the teens just to be on the ice by feb. Wishful thinking, i wish some of you were right but it does not look good.It will be here by MLK wknd the problem might be snow !
It will be here by MLK wknd the problem might be snow !
People, how the hell are we gonna be on the ice by mid january when the lows are bareley gonna be freezing the next 10 days. we are gonna need a week of highs in the teens just to be on the ice by feb. Wishful thinking, i wish some of you were right but it does not look good.
Fished this afternoon.. 4"of white ice went out a ways to distinct transition of pure new black ice, only 2". Fished the transition. 8' depth. Lookers, no bites. Plastics. Most likely single digit night. Minnows tomorrow!
I ordered my spikes, hope they get here before the next big freeze!
No one around had spikes or waxies till next week. Will use all or pieces of small red trout worms till first perch, then perch eyes after that. Or, back to worms. They will let me know..
At Long Last....... One of the nation's premier fishing locations (Long Island, NY) will be getting our own BASS PRO SHOPS. The new store will be located in Uniondale, NY (probably in or near the Roosevelt Field Mall shopping area).
I visited the next nearest store today in Bridgeport, Ct. to spend gift cards I got for Christmas. Very impressed with this location.... it even had an indoor "Undersea" theme Bowling alley right in the store. Today was their Ice Fishing Event day with a couple of seminars and an impressive display of Ice Fishing gear.
Now all I need is ICE !!!!!
only 3 inches on my lake, argh it is tough to wait
Cold snap all next week will fix that for certain.
At least you guys are getting some cold without this lake snow.... :-\
We got about a inch of snow tonight.... nothing compared to what you guys have up there I'm sure
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A decent evening on 5 1/2 inches of ice tonight. Four perch - 3 keepers over a foot, a bunch of sunnies, a lm bass was fun to catch on three lb test. Caught 2 of the perch on my new tip downs using fat heads, was hoping for crappie but not tonight.
Mild weather was easy on my hands too. Can't wait for the next time!
Well I got on the hard water yesterday afternoon ...felt great ...a good 5 to 6 inches of good ice over 6 feet of water ...not a banner day for me putting fish atop ice ..'cept for my buddy who found a honey hole for gills and his tip down produced some nice perch ..my new Clam plate drill set up .. DeWalt 995 w/my SM 6" Lazer ...worked great ..with the coming week temperatures not getting above freezing ...most of my local lakes should all be lock up by weeks end.You getting out on private lakes or public?
You getting out on private lakes or public?
Has anybody checked out Highland lake yet. I'm in Middletown and it's a little bit of a ride for me to go up there and find that there is no safe ice.highland lake is private. if you have permission from a land owner ask them...
Any info would be appreciated. Hopefully this cold spell will lock things up.
Any reports of ice conditions up at White Lake in Sullivan?
Any reports of ice conditions up at White Lake in Sullivan?
Thanks Diehard for some direction but it doesn't look like any reports for that lake yet.
Loudmouth....u live closer. Go check it for us. Some of us have work and kids.
Finally got out for the first time. Only fished for half hour and got this guy. Ice was almost 4 inches clear black.
with $599 I think you have many choices without waiting. Lowrance Elite 7 Gold is $518 now, check its review on my blog.
Does anyone know if most shallower bodies of water in Orange County have safe ice or will have safe ice by this Friday? I currently reside in NYC but grew up around that area and have a few ponds in mind that I would like to try on Friday since I have the day off. Unfortunately, I will not be able to test them until I travel up there and I really hope I don't make the trip for nothing. Not looking for any spots in particular, just curious about overall ice thickness of shallower ponds in the area.I am not positive but a trustworthy friend was on a small pond in orange county towards the end of last week. he told me it was only 2 inches of ice.
Thanks in advance!
Does anyone know if most shallower bodies of water in Orange County have safe ice or will have safe ice by this Friday? .
Thanks in advance!
Does anyone know if most shallower bodies of water in Orange County
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
brand new to the area as of the end of December, with no knowledge or connections to get started.. I know this is a long shot but looking to get a little bit of an idea on spots around dutchess, preferably the pawling area. not asking to give up any personal spots obviously just general public knowledge....I appreciate any info anyone can offer. Can't wait to get out and do some recon myself.
I checked the Ice on Silver Lake this morning 2.5 inched (maybe) not ready for me to venture out on it. I think we need another week of cold to get us out on the ice in Dutchess.
I fished a private lake last Sunday had 6 inches, was out this morning at 9 inches in northwest Orange County . Plenty of ice . tight Lines ..
If anyone is thinking of going to the Swan Lake Fire Dept. contest this coming Sunday Jan.24 Good luck at the contest. I also suggest calling the bait shop posted below or search Face Book for the Fire dept.'s page
Face Book -Swan Lake Hose CO.1 bait shop located in Rock Hill,NY. Sport Nuts (845)- 794-2000
I'm sorry but not sure how to provide a link to Face Book page. BE safe if you venture out today or this weekend.
Steve
How do you like the Marcum LX7 ?
Hi everyone,
brand new to the area as of the end of December, with no knowledge or connections to get started.. I know this is a long shot but looking to get a little bit of an idea on spots around dutchess, preferably the pawling area. not asking to give up any personal spots obviously just general public knowledge....I appreciate any info anyone can offer. Can't wait to get out and do some recon myself.
This snow sure isn't going to help things.... hope we get the lower end of the 8"-12" they are calling for
nothing here is p.b. I will be heading up swan lake fire house tournament on sun... best of luck iceballs hope you can get out soon....
New windblock FX50worked great today, mobile, easy to set up...perch from this windy AM.Nice slobs. What did you get them on?
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Welcome to IS. Hope you enjoy your new addiction.
I'm not far from you, some of my favorite haunts are Whites Pond, Ice Pond, upton lake, (the marina on Whaley is closed, else I'd recommend here), your not far from the Putnam county resivor system. The DEC link will get you going in the right direction. Good luck
BTW.
There is Green Moutain lake just off Coleman Blvd/ W Dover rd I've been itching to try, that's right in Pawling. I'm not sure about access though. Let me know!
Tight lines
looking for ice in this area besides WP?
Bluesail. Thank for the info. That's what I normally do. This year I am trying to rely on plastics but I think I'm gunna have to buy some mousies. By tipdown are you talking about jawkacker or autofisherman? Looking for some hogs like those . Haven't got on them yet.
I too am using tungsten ...not really hitting on the plastics thus far for me ..tip them with a waxie game on ...my waxie supply from JA DA bait should arrive this week ..darn blizzard moved back the shipping date...with this clear/black ice leave a little ice in your hole to reduce light penetration some ..those tungstens will break right through the slush .I hear you there man we just got our bait from them and it took longer than usual.
I hear you there man we just got our bait from them and it took longer than usual.
Really cant blame them ...the season just started for most folks...and sure everybody was waiting to order including me ...add in MLK day ...a Mid Atlantice- East Coast blizzard ...Nor'easter...airports closed .Ordered last Monday ,I spoke with them on Wednesday...said shipping Thursday ...got an Email late Friday stating shipping on Monday.Oh yeah totally understand. It was just a lot longer for me this time but the bait was great as usual
I too am using tungsten ...not really hitting on the plastics thus far for me
Anyone know if Glenmere Lake will be open in Orange County? Or do they still have the bubblers on
Does anybody has any info on ice conditions at East Branch (Sodom) reservoir in Putnam? Thanks
Where the Helll am I????the DEC started this because of the newer style of fishing with rods in setups like tipdowns and jawjackes, to name a few. these are setups with strike indicators similar to a tipups so the law has been changed to a total number of lines that can be used instead of how many rods and how many tipups.
Oh yeah ... Pooley, what's with the new 7 lines any combo and you don't need to name and address your tip ups any more?
Thanks for the update. That's crazy and yeah this might be it for our local ice this year at least in Orange, dutchess, most of ulster. What a winter!
boss.....your spoons worked great Saturday, if it stays warm may have to hit upstate again.lol thanks, I only put my name on them because I know they work great!
Thanks Jammer
Was wondering if anyone's been out in Sullivan County in last couple days how the ice is. Was out on Sunday for swan lake tournament and there was about 6" of ice on it where we fished.
You should add your location to your profile.
Ice should still be OK...got some top melt so wet spots are all over ...lil warm up today... but starting Sunday it'll take a beating for several days ...come on Polar Vortex ..
Was wondering if anyone's been out in Sullivan County in last couple days how the ice is. Was out on Sunday for swan lake tournament and there was about 6" of ice on it where we fished.Hey TJ! Welcome to the site!
Also, treated the LX-7 like a flasher today and didn't baby it and the arm held up well... still don't like the way the soft case is when you carry it from hole to hole
Hey Loudmouth,
Wondering if you could give a quick update on pros and cons of the LX-7 since you've had some more time to fish with it. I'm in the market for a new flasher and have narrowed it down to a Marcum LX-5i, LX-6s, or LX-7. I am curious what your logic was on getting the LX-7 over the LX-6s since it seems like the only differences are a slightly bigger screen and slightly better target separation. Downside is obviously heavier unit and I would think shorter battery life? Also, have you noticed any slower response rate of the LCD screens vs. your old traditional flashers?
Hey loudmouth do you run the lx 7 in ice mode or open water mode?
This has been an extremely disappointing and frustrating year
I can honestly say that if it were not for a scheduled trip upstate, I would probably pack my icefishing gear away till next year. This has been an extremely disappointing and frustrating yearyes it has been short but I have been putting some nice slabs, big gills, jumbo perch, 1 smallmouth, 1 rainbow and even a few walleyes on the ice. the bite has been hot everywhere I have fished...
I haven't left Long Island all winter, and it doesn't look like I'm going to get a single trip in at this point. I'm just going to plan for a really good season next year!
Whoops, that's my bad...didn't realize he had made that post. Edited to fix it but I didn't think that place was a secret to begin with. I might be wrong though.went there the first day you could get on the ice last year,there before sunrise thinking I would be first. Was the third to show up, and four and five were right behind me. by noon there were a dozen. Not a secret, but better off not to advertise.
went there the first day you could get on the ice last year,there before sunrise thinking I would be first. Was the third to show up, and four and five were right behind me. by noon there were a dozen. Not a secret, but better off not to advertise.
wish it had a transducer float
Loudmouth, thats fine if your fishing on 1/2" of ice.
Some Long Island lakes are locked up with 6 inches of ice, but it will probably be gone by this weekend. If you're willing to travel upstate, some places an hour away have 7 inches of ice.
Which lakes on the island had this much ice yesterday? In Smithtown all ponds I visited are open water, even those 3-4' deep. Now it's snowing and will be warming up tomorrow into upper 30s lower 40s. Last year was awesome for ice on Long Island, not looking good at all this year thus far.
Was out on Superior Lake in Sullivan last weekend. Very slow day, some pickerel, few smallish perch, and one or two sunnies. Very similar experience last year on this lake, not sure I want to go back there.
PS: to 4 guys that were dancing and rolling on ice by their fire, you were fun to watch! ;)
PSS: PLEASE, guys with gas augers, put a muffler on that thing! You are scaring the fish, it is a known fact. It takes hours sometimes for fish to come back or for you to find it again. The noise shock waves scramble the fish throughout the lake (especially when it's only 20feet deep max), nobody benefits, ruins it for everyone. When you drill 500 yards away you could be heard as if you are drilling right next others! Please respect your fellow fishermen just a bit, thank you! :)
Loudmouth, Surprised the instructions said that. Narrow beam? But I would think it would have to be dead center in large hole not to have the beam effected by the ice walls, but will interfere with landing a fish. I like to have my transducer wire touching against the ice wall all the way down the hole and transducer just under the bottom of the ice. No chance interference and landing fish with it to the side works fine. Even in 4' hole. Maybe give it a try. Cant hurt.
Which lakes on the island had this much ice yesterday? In Smithtown all ponds I visited are open water, even those 3-4' deep. Now it's snowing and will be warming up tomorrow into upper 30s lower 40s. Last year was awesome for ice on Long Island, not looking good at all this year thus far.Someone posted that Hempstead had 6 inches a couple of days ago and the local pond I drilled had about 5 and 1/2. But, this was all before the warmspell so most of that is all gone by now.
Was out on Superior Lake in Sullivan last weekend. Very slow day, some pickerel, few smallish perch, and one or two sunnies. Very similar experience last year on this lake, not sure I want to go back there.
PS: to 4 guys that were dancing and rolling on ice by their fire, you were fun to watch! ;)
PSS: PLEASE, guys with gas augers, put a muffler on that thing! You are scaring the fish, it is a known fact. It takes hours sometimes for fish to come back or for you to find it again. The noise shock waves scramble the fish throughout the lake (especially when it's only 20feet deep max), nobody benefits, ruins it for everyone. When you drill 500 yards away you could be heard as if you are drilling right next others! Please respect your fellow fishermen just a bit, thank you! :)
The LX7 will accurately shoot depth through ice...I usually have the transducer in the middle of the depth of the hole...roughly 3 inches submerged in 6 thick hole...I have noticed that the cord does wiggle it's way deeper as you use it ..which is the reason for my comment about a float...might just put some sort of stop on the cord above the arm that does not comprise the cord.
I noticed that too.... as the day goes on and I hole hop the ducer gets lower and lower lolsame thing happens on my vex with a float and stopper
same thing happens on my vex with a float and stopper
I haven't left Long Island all winter, and it doesn't look like I'm going to get a single trip in at this point. I'm just going to plan for a really good season next year!
Ditto for me Redneck..... just sitting here in Baldwin watching lousy weather reports!! Can't bring myself to drive all the way up to Sullivan Cty. searching for ice. Have you heard anything about the smaller LI ponds being frozen???
Any safe ice up in Sullivan? Looking to get out tomorrow.
going to be sub zero weekend up in swb this weekend, hope no wind.. i hate wind especially when i need to screw anchor the shanty or sled because of no snow on ice .. btw the kahtoolas foot cleats are great for black ice.. be safe on the ice..bring safety grip spikes and wear them around your neck so if you do fall in you can grip pick the ice to pull yourself out asp. ..also good waterproof insulated boots in case the shoreline ice is underwater which is usually the case for some lks after big thaws.Shellfish
i wear a face mask hat when it gets sub digits,, my boots are incredibly warm and never failed once since i was outfitted by cabelas by phone order.. (cabelas predators are the best boot i ever owned for extreme weather.cabelas outfitter highly recommended i buy their long blend wool socks which work well enough..As for garments, I like quality pull over fleece wear I got at ganders on sale few seasons ago.. fleece is light and warm and over and cabelas polartec underwear.Over that another fleece vest and parka wind breaker if needed,, i like to always wear a pullover hooded fleece lined sweatshirt with middle handwarmer pocket ..I use polartec longjohns and fleece pants and artic armour bib. never failed me yet in sub temps. No cotton , just a few layers of light not bulky high tech cloth. I bring out a couple pair gloves, prefer glacier finger cut gloves with the attached pullover mittens with the finger cut gloves i can use my finger tips without taking gloves off.. very versatile for pulling sleds drilling holes in sub zero using the mitts when pulled are warm and pulled back i can tie a hook wearing the finger cut gloves ,,the thumb cut and mitten Velcros back very important feature.
lm, it can get pretty windy on the main lk and it is colder up there,, shanty works but if the wind is kicking it around it suks, i'm hoping not too windy,,never did good jigging on windy days. It is only tuesaday and i'll know before the weekend a better forecast.. sub temps not a problem but windy days i'm not into especially if is is sub temps
Sullivan county winds are brutal ...
high winds scare me on the lake, especially in a shanty!
Had a hub explode on me a few years ago while on an upstate lake, big cold blast actually shattered the cheap plastic line tensions...decided from that point forward to make my own out of ripcord and dried stripe maple
Anyone been by Walton? Wondering if it has ice.
With the weather being up and down I would suggest Sullivan co ...its a little further but better ice may be located ...some of the public lakes may freeze up over this weekend ...but its also predicted to be warmer with snow accumulation for next week .. Lake Superior ...Lake Huntington...
nybasser, try Sterling forest but I do believe that their protocal is the same as bear mtn.
You could try mongaup pond, shallow , safe, fun area and many different species, otherwise lake superior might be a good choice
given that you are going to have a group of teenagers try a place that has species diversity- pickerel , perch sunnies , bass can make the a fun day of chasing flags.....good luck!
putting a shout out there to anyone interested in lake Huntington tomorrow?
heading early for hopefully a full day. :tipup:
Thanks a lot for the suggestions!
kb, i'm in no rush but i/M GUESSING swb after tonight will have solid enough along the shore, the shoreline can always be a big question on a daily because they can raise or drop the flow.. the regular lks like huntington/superior morningside sheldrake should be safe access. jmho..i will use a tape measure should i challenge the wind later tomorrow and reply here for everyone.
I am going to Sodom res. east branch tomorrow. the back side by the causeway . I am almost 100% positive its safe. seen guys there all week. even on those warm days. ill be in a black frabill refuge
I ventured out yesterday (Friday) afternoon into the evening (thinking I better go out now while it is "warm" 15°F), I hit my local flats - 7-8 fow. Very surprised to only find 4 inches of ice, it was three earlier in the week. All the recently open water is hard, but likely too thin and deceiving...As always, sux dragging the sled, I love my quad...
Had decent luck, once again only on small jig with mousie or waxie, glow once sun was sinking. Caught many sunnies, also perch and crappie over a foot. Caught more crappie than usual on these flats, they aren't already heading into shallower water yet are they?
Perch still on flats makes me happy since this spot is the easiest for me.
Long weekend off from work but it looks like no fishing for me till Monday. >:( Sad! Holes were freezing up fast last night, hate to think about how fast they will now!
I caught this guy below, golden shiner? did not measure it but about 9 inches. Fun when a fish is on 3 lb test and the fight is 'different'!
Not exactly sure what they are, but caught one just like that few years ago at Loch Sheldrake in Sully.
Speaking of ICE, expecting 3-5 (hopefully closer to 5) inches on Monday on Long Island on some shallow lakes/ponds. After that it's all over again. Sully too windy/cold this weekend, don't want to fish from shanty all day.
Hey Senka, I'm from the island too. You know if any of the lakes out by riverhead are locked up?
tiny pannies and few pickerel i went there many moons ago..looks very small but try it maybe it will pan out
NyBasser I would not recommend Laurel Meadows Pond (north) for your group out small body of water. Two people could cover the length of pond with allowable limit of tipups. Also very shallow and weedy deepest water is at southern end possibly 8 feet. Shellfish is correct about the fish species in pond. Given the ponds size it is usually one of the few bodies of water open for ice fishing in Sterling Forest state park and sees heavy fishing pressure.
Steve
Call Tiorati Circle or Sterling Forest for ice conditions. I just called both, and no recording, so I doubt anything is open. Rockland Lake is on there list too.
Anyone have any predictions on greenwood, if its still possible to have safe ice on it this winter?
almost -30C chill factor :o. The fish will have to wait, at such temperature you have to wear full faced gear and it's just not worth the risks.
Hey guys, complete newcomer to ice fishing here and coming from Staten Island, the most bottom tip of NYC.
Seeing how it has been very low temperatures this weekend, but for the next week it will go back up to 50s, should I assume that ice fishing is done for the season considering water freezes at 32F?
Hey guys, complete newcomer to ice fishing here and coming from Staten Island, the most bottom tip of NYC.Clove lake have any ice? Hahahaha
Seeing how it has been very low temperatures this weekend, but for the next week it will go back up to 50s, should I assume that ice fishing is done for the season considering water freezes at 32F?
my gosh,, check out the thread with those n.Dakota eyes! ,,wish I could do that! lol.. man oh man! type in lures for walleye in search or scroll till you see them pics.. pretty lake too
i hope you mounted that 16 incher
NYBasser
Good job ...looks like nice scenery to boot .
Any predictions for ice in Sullivan this weekend? Trying to get one last outing in, but I'm thinking that the season is probably over.saw a guy in the middle of the rain today out on a White lake. the conservation club will make a ruling on thurs about king of the ice contest. if nothing on here, that may a good place to check. The creeks swelled a bit so bodies of water with sizable creeks might have issues. other than that with a couple of cold days coming there should be a bit of fishable ice.
saw a guy in the middle of the rain today out on a White lake. the conservation club will make a ruling on thurs about king of the ice contest. if nothing on here, that may a good place to check. The creeks swelled a bit so bodies of water with sizable creeks might have issues. other than that with a couple of cold days coming there should be a bit of fishable ice.
Nope that one actually went back it to spawn...
I'm wondering if Harriman state park will open this season! Kinda close I bet..keep calling around now.. good chance it is going to freeze some them lakes..all they need are 6 inches to get a green flag open,, even if for a few days! i'd be into it!!!
Any word on Huntington, swb,or toronto?
Looking to head out tomorrow
Where can I find pike in southern NY???
There are also a few pike in Greenwood Lake.
i forgot about greenwood i dont fish there
No there are not.... There are muskies but no pike....
there are tiger muskies, which means there are pike crossing with muskies.
If there are tiger muskies in Greenwood lake still they are hold overs from when NJ stocked it with Tiger Muskies not because Northern Pike crossed with regular Muskies..... The DEC website says it is stocked with Tiger Muskies and pure strain muskies however this is because of NJ not NY... NY only stocks trout down here in Region 3 saving all the Tigers and Walleyes for Otisco, Oneida, and various other ponds in CNY and Northern NY There is only 1 body of water in Orange County that get stocked with tiger muskies and that is Popolopen Lake
Wish NY did what Jersey did with the money from fishing licenses and put it towards stocking bodies of water instead of giving it to the government....
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/75511.html (http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/75511.html) Again nothing about pike
NJ has been stocking muskies since 2008 in GWL and Tiger muskies since 2011 and they've put hundreds of thousands of Walleye in GWL since 2008
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_tigers.htm (http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_tigers.htm)
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_muskie.htm (http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_muskie.htm)
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_walleye.htm (http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/fish_walleye.htm)
Thanks for the info. So are you saying that the 4 female muskies captured below which crossed with northern pike males were crossed that way at the hatchery?
Four of the other females were crossed with northern pike males, which yielded 261,815 tiger muskellunge eggs
There's really no pike waters worth fishing until you hit Albany and Northi have not seen a pike in 4th lake aka binniwater in over 20 years
Apparently there is pike in Forth Lake in Ulster County
No there are not.... There are muskies but no pike....
Even if you wanted to all open water
Yes all the fertilization is done at the hatchery site since they can control it and as a result have a better fertilization rate...
Northern Pike are not known to be in Greenwood and if they were in any decent population size the odds are that for the length they've been doing these nettings they would have been caught in the nets... and NJ would have said something about it
Could someone have put a Northern Pike in GWL of course but it would take multiple fish being put in by people for them to have a chance of surviving with the number of Giant muskies in there.
I heard there was a life rescue on White Lake today.
well I made it out in the rain today for what appears to be the last trip of the season. the season started a month late and has ended a month early but I had a good season just the same. here are some pictures...
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jammer was it you I met up on long pond?Boss man it was me.I think we are going back to Long Pond next weekend.(gotta keep dropping those spoons as long as we can).CT ice is shot!
THERE IS NO ICE IN SULLIVAN.
no only the reservoirs east of the hudson are open for ice fishing
Is there any safe ice in Sullivan County?
anyone fish past few days? :tipup:
Weather is mucking up my Thunderbird scouting ....
Weather is mucking up my Thunderbird scouting ....
Also scored a brand new M18 fuel drill (the 1200 lb. torque model) with two 5.0 amp batteries for $198 today... clam plate as a xmas gift and I'm good to go no more hand drilling for me!
Hmm seems my M18 fuel has a bit of a wobble at high speed... looks like I'm gonna have to get it looked atreally? wow I have not seen mine or friends with any problems like that. the warranty is pretty good tho. good luck.
Loudmouth879 hope you are having a good open water season. Sorry to hear about the problem with your drill ,better to discover it now then during a ice fishing trip.
Steve
really? wow I have not seen mine or friends with any problems like that. the warranty is pretty good tho. good luck.
For the most part ...winter snowfall isn't that bad on average near me ...but 2014/2015 season dropped two heavy snowfalls with no warm up in-between making it tough.. sloppy and memorable.
Your gonna love the Clam Plate ...I have the older version.. requires chuck removal .. paired with my DeWalt and SM Lazer ... what an awesome set up....my only suggestion is get the extension ..your back will love you for it .
Loudmouth879 belated Happy Birthday enjoy the Clam plate this Winter. Did you get the wobble problem with your M18 Fuel drill resolved?
Steve
Happy bladed birthday loudmouth, good luck with the clam plate.
I hope we have a better season so you can really get a chance to use it.
Loudmouth879 good luck with the career change may it prove to be a wise choice for you.
Steve
good luck loudmouth what does the NYDOCCS stand for?
PRE-SEASON GET-TOGETHER??? Are we doing our usual Gander Mtn. get-together in Middletown this year?? Anybody got connections with Gander to check out availability??
This years SENY gathering will be held at the Gander Mtn ,100 N Galleria Dr, Middletown, NY 10941 · (845) 692-5600 .on November 19th 2016...the hours for the gathering will begin 10 am .
I am encouraging members to bring a show and tell item and/or a topic for discussion ...share your experiences ,wisdom and tried and true techniques with your fellow members .
I am also asking members if they wish to supply a snack ,refreshments, paper products etc please post to this thread so members can see what others will be bringing and to avoid duplications .
Hope you all can make it .
Ps I know the date/times may not be convenient for some members ..but I chose the times after careful considerations(the date was the only one available for the lodge not to interfere with a holiday weekend,etc)
Please Keep This Thread Positive with your postings .
Do you know if Gander Mountain will be selling the New this season Frabill float suit that is U.S. Coast Guard approved as a life vest ? Be nice if we could have a suit at the event so folks could check out it's features compared to other float suits on the market.
Mr.Clean/Steve
TO EVERYONE THAT HAS GOTTEN MY SPOONS IN THE PAST. IF YOU GO TO THE GET TOGETHER AT GANDER MOUNTAIN BRING THEM WITH YOU AND I WILL CHANGE THE HOOKS TO THE VMC HOOKS THAT ARE NOW STANDARD IN THE SPOONS. had allot of people, myself included, having the Mustads bending and breaking, even on bluegills. I stand behind my workmanship and will correct for you all...
A local Sullivan Co. small lake water temp this past weekend was 35°.
I'm planning to be on the ice by Dec 20th; below freezing forecasted starting next week...fish on ;)
:clap:
Bill
Joechicago these two members live on Long Island ,IceBalls and Redneck Fish Finder. If neither one of these gentlemen reply to your post use the personal/private message feature on this website to contact them with your question. If you are not familiar with this feature reply back to this thread and I will attempt to walk you through the process.
Also please update your profile with your general location it helps out in answering your questions. I'm assuming you live in Chicago or used to and recently moved to South Eastern,NY. .
Sorry I can not give you lake names, I live by Newburgh,NY. /Orange County.
Steve
Thanks guys. I'll start getting ready for adventure.
Weather for the next two weeks for LI is not looking good, most days above freezing. Weather for Sullivan sure does look promising though :)
3/4" yesterday early AM, gotta be +1" now!!
I'll head out soon and check; I'm going crazy...hoping this snow/rain tonight & tomorrow don't ruin it...
In the last 30 years, I can count on the fingers of one hand how many times I was able to fish here on LI. My car AUTOMATICALLY heads upstate if I want to find ice I can walk on !!
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you never know , i usually head north or west , but it is super awesome to be able to fish local , like i said before fingers crossed out of the last 7 years I had 5 seasons on the island :tipup:
Anybody have a ice report for Lake Superior.not even worth checking there yet. I checked 2 smaller ponds that are only 5-6 foot deep at best and in 2 foot of water there was 1 1/2 of ice.
Just dug a hole, only a bit more than two inches on my small Sullivan Co. Lake. Sad that this cold spell has not made more but I have hopes (plans!) to fish early Saturday morning, bound to be considerably thicker by then.
I stopped at Tom's bait, he said no mousies this year due to drought, bummer!
Bought wax worms so I'd hate for them to go to waste Saturday...Fish on!
Bill
I stopped at Tom's bait, he said no mousies this year due to drought, bummer!
you can always buy them online
back side of Sodom has a thick 5". got some nice perch there today. watch out there are the normal soft spots.
Found 5 inches of ice this afternoon, I sure wish I did not have to spend most of the day plowing, shoveling...
Finally got my line wet, though only a short time, caught a few panfish and will be out there early tomorrow!
Got out again today for a couple hours found 7" of ice where I was. Ended up with 20 crappies all around the 8"-9" range didn't keep any.
On a side note put the 7" mora on the clam plate today. Spun around a little more on top of the ice than the lazer and cut a little slower through the ice than the lazer seemed to. However, it did cut better at the bottom of the ice than the lazer did so it was kind of a wash. Think I'm gonna stick with the lazer as it cut through the ice quicker so I'd be able to get more holes out of it. Drilled 27 hole on a battery that had 2 of 5 bars left and still had power so up to about 50 holes... 27 thru 7" (189" total) of ice with the mora and roghly 23 thru 4" (92" total) of ice with the lazer. Both days were around 25* for a temp and left the battery attached to the drill on the ice. Also the battery wasn't fully charged to begin with yesterday so looks like it'll be able to drill plenty of holes for the way I fish
I have the same drill and 8" Fin Bore (laser blades), had the same problem when I had the drill on high speed (#2). I put the drill on low speed and it worked great and still cut the holes fast.
----SAVE THE DATE----which body of water do they have the derby on?
Saturday January 28, 2017. The Fallsburg Fire Department will have their annual Ice Fishing Contest. 6am-3pm at the Fireman's park. Trophies, cash prizes, etc
which body of water do they have the derby on?
Glad to hear that this cold snap gave us good Ice already...one problem ...I got an 8 pointer that is still hanging and solid as a rock!!
[/quoteFunny how it went from so warm it would spoil, straight to it will freeze in a day.
WAXXIES = CRITTERGRUB.COM PRICE VERIES BY HOW MANY YOU ORDER. I GOT 5000 AND IT BROUGHT IT DOWN TO $5.60 PER TIN OF 250AND SHIPPING IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE!!!
Anybody ever go to Sports Nuts Inc? Do they carry live bait?
Hello everyone. Can somebody give an ice report for putnam or Westchester counties? Looks like open water fishing is officially done and time to get on the ice.
Loudmouth I just got my shipment of mousses from Knutsons also. You're right about paying 11 bucks for shipping, but at least I'll have some good bait. I don't think there is any better bait for pan fish then mousses.
I wonder how long it will take them to sell out?
Anybody ever go to Sports Nuts Inc? Do they carry live bait?call them to make sure sport nuts phone number 845 794 2000
Looking to head out to Superior/Morningside tomorrow, anybody know the ice conditions in the area? Thanksthe shores are starting to give way. there was a few spots today that had open water along the shore...
the shores are starting to give way. there was a few spots today that had open water along the shore...
anybody hit up Sodom. supposed to be 15tonight. haven't drove by all weekend. how did it fair with all the mild and wet weather? if its good ill be in the black frabil suitcase shack. stop by
Do you know the general thickness of the ice? Would hate to drive 2 hrs to find bad ice...IF you can get on it then its a lil over 5. but again the shores are getting very soft or melting completely.
That was me. Threw the kids over the gap in the ice. Gotta be 8-10" out there. Probably about a dozen guys out there when I left. Had marks all day. Just dinks. Guys came out behind me and I told them they could use my holes
they wound up getting some nice perch on tips with minnows. I was just jiggin.
Yes....very sadly Kendall has passed away. He is truly missed. And D's in Pawling doesn't carry them either. Really looking for these big sucker minnows. Somebody has to know where to gettem. I will travel. Maybe somewhere in Orange County, or Columbia County or even Sullivan. Please help
Thank you for the information on Swan Lake fire dept. contest Hardwater Diehard . Interesting that they have decided to hold their contest on the Same Saturday as Fallsburg Fire Dept.'s contest .
Steve
find a local creek with them and trap em yourself! Oh wait NYS is idiotic and doesn't let your do that anymore.....
Can someone recommend a spot to purchase bait in the Bethel area. I live in northern NJ and will be looking to ice fish in the area and was looking for a bait store. Thank you. Jim
Has anyone ventured up to Highland lake yet? Wondering if Ice is safe?
If you guys don't mind sharing, where exactly is Loch Sheldrake lake?
Can someone recommend a spot to purchase bait in the Bethel area. I live in northern NJ and will be looking to ice fish in the area and was looking for a bait store. Thank you. JimThere is also Sportsmens Den on 52a near fosterdale (845)887-4800. Good guys, have licenses, fire arms, etc.
Did a little scouting today....
White Pond is safe in front of the dam. There was about 5 - 7 inches where I checked. Be advised that the water level is way down as there is ongoing dam work being done and the west side of the parking area is taken up by a construction crew.
Also checked Sodom (East Branch) by the causeway. Never got on the ice to check the thickness as the edges were weak and or non existent. There was someone out there fishing with his kids. Water level was down here as well.
May give White Pond a shot next weekend.
Boy this thread is heating up in the last few days. NYBasser thank you for the report on Lake Superior . How was the hill from parking lot down to the lake at boat launch area? I found a lot of snow covered ground in Sullivan county this past Monday when I made an Ice scouting trip.
JimC1965 the Agway store is now called Monticello Home and Garden about one mile from Monticello Raceway on same side of highway when heading toward White Lake there is a pet shop area in rear of store. If they no longer sell bait fish they should have some type of insect larvae you can use to tip jigs.
To the person from Northern NJ. looking for directions to Loch Sheldrake . Stay on route 17 westbound until you reach exit 100 Liberty. Get off at this exit at end of ramp make a left get into right hand traffic lane at next light make the right you are now on route 52. This will take you to hamlet of Loch Sheldrake the state parking lot and lake access spot is on your left by the Bun & Kels bar. The ice at access spot will be thinner then main body of lake . I recently learned there is a out flow from the lake to the left of access spot so current keeps ice from getting as thick.
Dave 327 to my knowledge Highland Lake is all private water being that there are many second /vacation seasonally used homes through out Sullivan county many people park by a house that looks closed up for the Winter and walk across the property to access this lake . Realize if you do this there is the risk of a year round resident spotting you and calling local law enforcement.
Cmpnd1 congratulations on making your first post, thank you for the info. on ward's bait shop.
Hardwater Diehard thanks for the info. on Hurleyville Fire Dept. contest.
I checked the Sullivan County Conservation Club's website earlier today information on 2017 King of the Ice contest is posted. the contest will be on Sunday Feb.19 at whitelake/Kauneonga Lake . below is a link to club's website place your cursor on programs and left click on King of the Ice to see information. This club also has a FaceBook page so check that also for contest updates. www.sullivancountyconservationclub.org (http://www.sullivancountyconservationclub.org) I will pass info. about this contest onto AdkRoy so he can post it in The New York contest thread found stickied near top of NY. General community/Board.
A Happy New Year's to all stay safe and good fishing.
Steve
Anyone know how swb or Toronto are...imagine neither are ready given their water volume takes a lot longer to cool down...There was actually a guy fishing by the fire house on White lake yesterday.... with open water right behind him.
Thanks Mr. Clean for the info. I didn't know Highland is private. I have fished the lake many times without incident. I would park on the far end of the lake (opposite the sand club bar). I even met the gentleman that owns the property I would walk through. He didn't mind us using his land to access the lake. His only beef was the snowmobiles eroding his shoreline when getting on and off the lake. I will have to take a ride and see if that option is still available. I haven't been there in a couple years, maybe things have changed.someone went through there and was rescued 3 or 4 days ago...
I'm chomping at the bit to get out but I'm not thrilled about driving over an hour to find out if there's enough ice to fish.
Good luck to everyone this season, stay safe and have a Happy New Year!
Does anyone know if you can fish in kiameshia lake? I drive by it everyday and it seems like a good lake but I've never seen anyone fishing there
I fished Superior yesterday with 5" of ice every where I went. By 4 pm there was an inch of slush with some areas completely covered with water. The edges didn't look bad at all. I had a decent day with some nice Yellow Perch and a real nice pickerel on the jig. It slowed down about 1130. A few hole were filled with real small pan fish. Tight lines.
I get in trouble and flamed here every year when the idiots who cherish a fish and fun over life come out. As a kid me and a buddy learned real quick on the Bashakill to never trust thin ice and I honestly don't know how we made it out. Size does matter and if it is not 6 inches I aint going any deeper than where I can stand. It is a mighty nasty feeling when all of a sudden the floor drops out from under you and you are in mighty cold water over your head. Looks like around January 15 should be safe enough ice for me and that is fairly normal here on the bigger waters.
Off DEC website
Ice Thickness Table for new, clear ice only
Ice Thickness Permissible Load
2 inches or less STAY OFF
4 inches Ice fishing or other activities on foot
5 inches Snowmobile or ATV
8-12 inches Car or small pickup
12-15 inches Medium truck
I guess if the ice is not "good ice" or you weigh as much as a quad or snowmobile I would also be concerned. Spud bar and common sense is my general rule.
Thank you jimc1965 for the constant updates I appreciate them. stay safe and tight lines
Does anyone know if Swinging Bridge has safe ice?
Thanks Gamalot. I read Lake Superior has good ice, I was thinking of fishing there but I never tried it.
I have fished White Lake in the past and the ice should be good for Saturday; I have the itch and I want to fish somewhere!
I live in Westchester County so I really appreciate the feedback; it's a long ride to find unsafe ice. My definition of safe ice is 5"-6", of mixed ice, 4" of black ice.
Thanks Gamalot. I read Lake Superior has good ice, I was thinking of fishing there but I never tried it.
I have fished White Lake in the past and the ice should be good for Saturday; I have the itch and I want to fish somewhere!
I live in Westchester County so I really appreciate the feedback; it's a long ride to find unsafe ice. My definition of safe ice is 5"-6", of mixed ice, 4" of black ice.
Does anyone know if they are keeping the bubblers on at Glenmere this year? Or will it be open should it happen to freeze
Where do you park by Lake Superior I know it's off Duggan RD do you park by the beach lot or by the boat ramp?Most park by the boat launch and walk down. Was there Wednesday caught a couple, ice was good to go.
Where do you park by Lake Superior I know it's off Duggan RD do you park by the beach lot or by the boat ramp?
Is it worth going to superior this weekend? haven fished it in years. any other safe ice in the area(5-6")? thank you in advance for any insight.
NYBasser I'm definitely fishing the wrong spot on superior. I was there last Monday I got one perch jigging all day. You posted you did very Well. Or maybe I just stink at fishing. ;D
I'm going to try again this Sunday.
Kbaez try Marmish.com for the palm jig pole.
How was the ice on sodum today. Thinking of giving the causeway a shot tomorrow. I have fished both sides but the main lake side produced better.
Rather-B-Fishin remember you can not use a gas powered auger on any of the NYC water supply reservoirs. I believe the the reservoirs in Catskills are closed to ice fishing is because there water levels fluctuate a lot since water is drawn from them and transferred to the reservoirs in Putnam and Westchester counties. It is possible for a large air gap to exist between the bottom of ice surface and water. It would be like standing on a drop ceiling not the strongest surface.Steve, in all my years icefishing, I never experienced any air space/gap between ice and water on a reservoir. I would be amazed it this ever happened,, wonder if anyone has pictures of this?. What I know what typical happens from my decades experience ,either the shoreline ice collapses as the reservoir levels lowered , causing the thick ice along shoreline under it's own weight to collapse. Than a steep and very slippery ice bank is cause for concern(but solid enough to support especially over 6 inch thick ice if subtemps exist.. ice cleats are a must for steep ice shorelines. When the reservoir water level rises the ice goes with it but not fast enough so, it floods along the frozen shoreline several inches of water on top of the shoreline ice waterproof boots are really the only options and a laddrer plank of whatever sort. but certainly not recommended for the inexperienced. Although I heard of air gap stories,, I never once experienced it.
Steve
It is going to be really close but than warm forecast days right after.. hopefully Harriman opens but doubt they bother to check ice thickness, anybody call ranger park station? guess i'll be heading up next week somewhere in Sullivan..should be safer and thickest ice yet this season!I just called and they said they aren't even testing the ice yet.
So... why spend your time trying there??? The answer is SIZE !!! Large waters breed large fish.... not large numbers of fish, but some real "lunkers" !!
NYBasser tried to stop by and meet you today, walked across the lake today introducing my self to grey shantys, but none were you. You probably and out on the lake around 2:30. I was packing up to leave. I got there at 7:45 got one pear he on tip up zero jigging. It's time for me to find a new lake.
NYBasser maybe will meet up someday and bs abit.
Kbaez don't really know why someone would jig up all those blue hills and leave them on the ice. Seams like a waste of food to me.
I will be out somewhere next weekend hopefully the bit turns on. Maybe I'll see some of you guys.
Good luck and keep tight lines.
Just a small comment on fishing large waters ( such as Sodom Reservoir, Lake Superior, etc.)..... After probing these waters for more than 50 years, I've gotta tell ya...... the odds of catching large numbers of fish are quite small. These impoundments are so large, and contain such a huge volume of deep water, that fish are dispersed quite thin. You've got to be extremely lucky to hit a large school. So... why spend your time trying there??? The answer is SIZE !!! Large waters breed large fish.... not large numbers of fish, but some real "lunkers" !! Want some BIG TROUT??? Try Cross River Res. (also some nice White Perch at times). Want some really nice Pickerel??? Try Amawalk Res. DON'T EXPECT TO "KILL 'EM" on these waters, but at least you have a shot at some wall-hangers! Good Luck !!
NYBasser nice sliding stop today at Superior. The road down to the boat launch was pretty icy. We had about the same day with some dink perch, one blue gill, but did get a 13.5" crappie. Hope you didn't have a hard time getting out of there. Met Kbaez when we were leaving who told me about the knuckleheads that left all those fish on the ice. Just rediculous! Hope to see you guys out there. Tight lines to all!
Any other lakes anyone can recommend other then Superior first year fishing Sullivan county not to formiluar with the area
22' pickeral has got to be a record for sure! I know just kidding you meant 22"...glad you had plenty of action. I had a very humbling day on ice yesterday, got skunked for first time in a very long time. I was on a lake in dutchess county that I've done very well on before. Must've hopped 30 holes with my flasher and only marked one fish and caught zero. Oh well till next time..
Any other lakes anyone can recommend other then Superior first year fishing Sullivan county not to formiluar with the areaI might try Swinging Bridge tomorrow if my work schedule lets me. I will let you know how it is if I make it out.
She is a keeper...What you guys think? I got lucky and found a girl who enjoys ice fishing as much as the rest of usSounds like a keeper to me. My girl is heading out to Minnesota with me the end of this month to fish a tournament. Gotta love it!
Sounds like a keeper to me. My girl is heading out to Minnesota with me the end of this month to fish a tournament. Gotta love it!That's awesome..Good luck
She is a keeper...What you guys think? I got lucky and found a girl who enjoys ice fishing as much as the rest of us
Its great, but sometimes you need some time on your own. As long as she realizes that, shes a keeper. She'll also need that time as well. You cant hang on each other. Personal time is very important.....
But its great that you found a women who appreciates ice time....
Good luck couldn't have said it any better than that. Great advice!
Any recommendations on the best gloves for keeping my hands dry and warm?
My hands have become very sensitive to the cold anymore....so instead of giving up, not a chance!,...I am trying a couple of different things
1.black raven nitrile mechanic gloves...they disposablebut you can reuse them many times...if I am tip up fishing I put them on and set all my lines minimizing wet contact with hands...every time I need to rebait or fight a fish or pack up I put them on...I have not experimented leaving them on all day as a base layer...I can say that wearing them working with tip ups had made a significant difference for me
2. Extra gloves and different types mittens and thin fingerless are my favorite combo
3. Broke down and bought a heater this year ..I will begrudgingly admit that is a game changer!
4. Rag to keep your hands slime and ice water free and clean...
Food for thought and good luck
Jonathan
It's been a tough year for the 'Ol IceBalls....... After 73 years of medical Good Luck, it appears my lucky streak has run out ! Doubtful that I'll be seeing any ice time this season.
Just endured two weeks in the hospital, with three different surgeries to implant 8 "stents" in my aging arteries, and a Dialysis catheter in my neck. Actually feeling not-so-bad right now, but far from ice fishing capabilities.
So, for now I'll live vicariously through your posts, which I read religiously every day. I love hearing how well you're doing with the fish, and which waters are producing (or not). My regular fishing buddy (Squid Boy) is downhearted about all of this, with worry over me, and now he's grounded too, with nobody else to fish with. Johnny and I have been fishing the ice for more than 50 years, and I'm saddened to see him without a partner this year. He has a home in Sullivan County, and another in Bethlehem, Pa. If anyone is looking for an extremely knowledgeable, committed, equipped ice fisherman... let me know....... maybe you can get together and let him "scratch that ice fishing itch".
Tight Lines Everyone..... hoping beyond hope that I can get out on the ice again
IceBalls
Good community here, count me in...let's take these guys out on the ice
Any recommendations on the best gloves for keeping my hands dry and warm?
Any recommendations on the best gloves for keeping my hands dry and warm?
It's been a tough year for the 'Ol IceBalls....... After 73 years of medical Good Luck, it appears my lucky streak has run out ! Doubtful that I'll be seeing any ice time this season.
Just endured two weeks in the hospital, with three different surgeries to implant 8 "stents" in my aging arteries, and a Dialysis catheter in my neck. Actually feeling not-so-bad right now, but far from ice fishing capabilities.
So, for now I'll live vicariously through your posts, which I read religiously every day. I love hearing how well you're doing with the fish, and which waters are producing (or not). My regular fishing buddy (Squid Boy) is downhearted about all of this, with worry over me, and now he's grounded too, with nobody else to fish with. Johnny and I have been fishing the ice for more than 50 years, and I'm saddened to see him without a partner this year. He has a home in Sullivan County, and another in Bethlehem, Pa. If anyone is looking for an extremely knowledgeable, committed, equipped ice fisherman... let me know....... maybe you can get together and let him "scratch that ice fishing itch".
Tight Lines Everyone..... hoping beyond hope that I can get out on the ice again
IceBalls
It's been a tough year for the 'Ol IceBalls....... After 73 years of medical Good Luck, it appears my lucky streak has run out ! Doubtful that I'll be seeing any ice time this season.Speedy recovery to you Ice Balls. If your buddy wants to get out I would gladly help him out. I will add him to my geriatric crew of 70+ year olds that I fish with. One of them just turned 80. Have him pm me if he is interested.
Just endured two weeks in the hospital, with three different surgeries to implant 8 "stents" in my aging arteries, and a Dialysis catheter in my neck. Actually feeling not-so-bad right now, but far from ice fishing capabilities.
So, for now I'll live vicariously through your posts, which I read religiously every day. I love hearing how well you're doing with the fish, and which waters are producing (or not). My regular fishing buddy (Squid Boy) is downhearted about all of this, with worry over me, and now he's grounded too, with nobody else to fish with. Johnny and I have been fishing the ice for more than 50 years, and I'm saddened to see him without a partner this year. He has a home in Sullivan County, and another in Bethlehem, Pa. If anyone is looking for an extremely knowledgeable, committed, equipped ice fisherman... let me know....... maybe you can get together and let him "scratch that ice fishing itch".
Tight Lines Everyone..... hoping beyond hope that I can get out on the ice again
IceBalls
Has anybody checked out Lake Huntington yet ??? Anyone making plans for a get-together in Sullivan County this year??
If I can get it together, might try jigging lake huntington in the morning. Calling for thunderstorms in the afternoon.well..did you get it together? ...why post about getting it together I'd be likely to think ice is unsafe but whatever between posts..I seen nobody where I was yesterday ..shoreline flooding..
well..did you get it together? ...why post about getting it together I'd be likely to think ice is unsafe but whatever between posts..I seen nobody where I was yesterday ..shoreline flooding..Check the conditions board if your concerned about ice safety. You can also take a spud and see for yourself. There was a solid seven inches of ice and I SAW other people fishing.
Me too .it isn't safe conditions from what I seen 7 at the tape ice solid but ..rain pounding on top and drain flow under...you got to ask yourself..do you feel lucky today? ....well do you punk?..lol..my point is I know how fast ice can melt during these conditions on any lake certain lks are simply not worth the risk..especially with rain and three four days of thaw in this region
Has anyone been on Superior the last day or so? Just wondering how the ice is holding up.
Thinking about riding up there Saturday, waste of time or not???
Best bait shop in southern Ulster northern orange will be the thruway Sporting Goods...Good folks ,locally owned and decent selection of quality bait, there is also arts over in napanoch small butown awesome mom and pop place..he specializes in taxidermy but has decent bait too....Oh how that reminds me I have a monster trout that 45 minutes to land in the freezer for him to mount!Are you thinking of 'Toms Taxidermy (and bait/tackle/ammo/guns)' in Napanoch?
Hello all, new to the area. Is there a list of bait shops for southern Ny? I'm in the Gardiner/New paltz area. I tried a few searches but only came up with a few old posts, any current info.
Best bait shop in southern Ulster northern orange will be the thruway Sporting Goods...Good folks ,locally owned and decent selection of quality bait, there is also arts over in napanoch small butown awesome mom and pop place..he specializes in taxidermy but has decent bait too....Oh how that reminds me I have a monster trout that 45 minutes to land in the freezer for him to mount!
Anybody know how the edges are looking in Sullivan? Want to give it a shot this weekend.
Thanks Gamalot, Do you know if the access for Toronto on the dam side is still open?
I am unaware of that access point but if you provide directions to it I will check it on my next run. The one I went to is at the end of Moscoe Road and it is NG.
I just got back from my second trip over there today. I did find the East Access launch on the Toronto dam end and yes it is open. The ice looks fine, shore line is locked up and I do see where guys have drilled holes however I did not drill any myself so can't say how thick it is. 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM so the sign says and the road is clear now with all gates open and no blocks along the way.
Thanks saved me a trip...where are these gates ? Are they Chapin Estates or belong to the Electric company ?
With all the rain and warm temperatures that we've had here in Dutchess, I guess I'll spend tomorrow fixing the car and Sunday doing something else.
Winter it was great while it lasted guys, at least I got out last weekend and hit the perch pretty good
Thanks GAMALOT for the conditions update. I'm going to head up to Superior tomorrow.
Sounds as though you are kissing it good bye when in reality it is just getting a late start. Heck, I have been ice fishing in Sullivan county in April some years and on good solid ice. Last year was a real fluke and I never even got my gear ready but other years I have fished from before Christmas and right through opening day of trout season. No crystal ball here but I bet we can fish at least up until March 15th this year or later. I have been an Ice dog for well over 50 years and it seems to me the later it gets safe the longer it lasts. February almost always has a real cold snap with temps well below zero for a week or two. I grew up on Masten Lake and before we had power augers we used a spud. Plenty of years as a kid we had to go through 25 inches of solid ice with that darn thing and we spent half of our time fishing just cutting the holes. We went back the next day and right to the same holes from the day before just to save the time and energy opening up the previous days holes. The new augers of today make that all seem like too much work so don't get so discouraged so quick. I am just getting my gear ready this weekend and you are already thinking about packing yours up. Just pray we don't get a week or two in the 40s and with warm rains.Boy that is exactly how I grew up ice fishing. that whole using the same holes the next day, Two feet with a spud. You have a few years on me but I certainly share that memory. Your right, we still have a bit of winter to make it happen. Lets all hope the weather man is wrong once again.
Rebecca's future forecast for the end of January to bring back the cold
As I've been saying for some time, It was in the 15-20th January, now it's in the 20th-23rd January, the pattern is going to change. Here is the American GFS 18Z, showing how soon after the 20th changes are underway in Canada that will lead to a much colder pattern then we've seen the last 7-10 days. The Euro is showing the same thing. I expect the overall pattern of western ridging, eastern troughing, and an active southern storm track to continue into March 2017
https://www.facebook.com/Rebeccas-Northeast-weather-and-education-page-254982781215764/?fref=ts
Sorry guys, it was really just a statement of frustration. I'm far from packing it in. Esp after the lack of ice last year, I'm sitting here just waiting to go...
With the warm temps and rain predicted in the next week, it won't be anytime soon. That is what I was eluding too.
Sorry guys, it was really just a statement of frustration. I'm far from packing it in. Esp after the lack of ice last year, I'm sitting here just waiting to go...I hear the Frustration part. I had shoulder surgery on 12/20 and it is hard to to get it together to get out. After last year I am jonesing like a lot of us. Spots in Sullivan co. have good ice. I have managed two short trips with my son, and one solo jigging trip. Hoping to make it happen tomorrow.
With the warm temps and rain predicted in the next week, it won't be anytime soon. That is what I was eluding too.
...You can get up to the Cliff Lake dam during the summer months...
Good afternoon folks, Gamalot thank you for telling us where dingle Daisy is located, I assume it is a privately owned body of water like so many others in Sullivan county. To my knowledge Cliff lake is closed during the Winter because the area is a nesting grounds for Bald Eagles during this time of year.
Cmpnd1 if you have gone through the last few pages of this thread it appears most folks are fishing at Lake Superior in the Town of Bethel so far this season. I suggest calling Sport Nuts bait shop in Rock Hill and see what info. they may have on Morningside and Loch Sheldrake. (845-794-20000) If you go to Loch Sheldrake test the ice around state access it is usually thinner then rest of lake due to current flow ,there is an outlet from the lake to the left of access spot.
Steve
Thanks GAMALOT for the conditions update. I'm going to head up to Superior tomorrow.
I hope guys who did fish today will give us some ice reports tonight. It never got above 25 here today in Forestburgh and it was 18 this morning at 5.I tried but couldn't get a dink today ..lookers jigging..need a ladder to get on but tape was 9 in solid..Hope to.get a quad out tomorrow but doubt it..I'll say the cove stu k as usual ..got to get out on that point..Hoping pb ramp freezes enough for walking g
Ladyice ,
Started out fairly well first hour or so, caught about a 2lb. bass, then caught a small pickerel, jigged up a few bluegill, had a visit from Mr. DEC, while he was there got a flag and caught a decent small mouth. Then caught absolutely nothing the rest of the day.
I'm not giving up though, I'll be out there again tomorrow.
I hear the Frustration part. I had shoulder surgery on 12/20 and it is hard to to get it together to get out. After last year I am jonesing like a lot of us. Spots in Sullivan co. have good ice. I have managed two short trips with my son, and one solo jigging trip. Hoping to make it happen tomorrow.sorry about that Beachwood hope you and your boy can get out more this season..it was tough going today on the swi g bridge resi..the shoreline was mostly water due to the recent thaw.maybe it will be easier access tomorrow ..
Were you there with your son?No wasn't me I don't have any kids yet
NYBASSER, not me with the boy. I was toward the back of the lake.Did you have orange pants on? did you get scolded by the guy in the shelter?
did you get a visit from mister DEC?
Broke out the new guide gear shanty I recently received from my girlfriend (ladyice) and noticed it was a bit dark as the sun went down any recommendations on lights for inside or any other accessories you guys use inside your shantys?
Broke out the new guide gear shanty I recently received from my girlfriend (ladyice) and noticed it was a bit dark as the sun went down any recommendations on lights for inside or any other accessories you guys use inside your shantys?I like the mood candles bring to a shanty.
Yep, were you the guy who yelled at me? Lol
I was the one who politely schooled you! It's horrible Sportsmanship to drill holes 5feet from someone's gear . And that excuse about checking the ice is bs, you drilled holes on either side of me, and I'll put $$ they all measured 8-9" of ice! Get up earlier if you want a good spot, I was one of the first people on the ice. I don't mind sharing the ice but you need to respect boundaries!
I was the one who politely schooled you! It's horrible Sportsmanship to drill holes 5feet from someone's gear . And that excuse about checking the ice is bs, you drilled holes on either side of me, and I'll put $$ they all measured 8-9" of ice! Get up earlier if you want a good spot, I was one of the first people on the ice. I don't mind sharing the ice but you need to respect boundaries!
Broke out the new guide gear shanty I recently received from my girlfriend (ladyice) and noticed it was a bit dark as the sun went down any recommendations on lights for inside or any other accessories you guys use inside your shantys?
May be just make an introduction....could be a fellow IS member...future fishing buddy .
Were you there with your son?That was probably me. my son was having a good time sliding around on my tip-up bucket.....that reminds me I need a new bucket. Doesn't matter he is 10 and would rather be ice fishing with me thandoing just about anything else. we had a marginal day 4 flags 1 pickerel 1 perch nothing jigging. hope the weather works with us. Good luck.
get a string of xmas lights and rig them up to your flasher battery or carry an extra 6 volt battery... also lots of options on cableas for shanty lights
Exactly, if anyone has a problem, you can just ask nicely. No need to hop out of the shanty and immediately start yelling. Yelling does nothing but cause tension.
Made a trip to Rock Hill today for some icefishing. Got a few smallies and pickerel.
Found out that the guy who owns Sports Nuts baitshop owns 40-up tackle company. He's got every tip-up part you need. Pretty cool shop.
Google maps says it's at 250, but it's actually further up the road. They changed locations at some point.
sports nuts sucks! the fishing supplies are garbage and the pricing is outrageous! the owner lies and steals...Kind of always felt that way myself. If your in western sullivan co, try sportsmans den. not too far from fosterdale. they dont have the best selection of tackle, but it will get you by, they do have great baitfish, and they are helpful and honest.
Kind of always felt that way myself. If your in western sullivan co, try sportsmans den. not too far from fosterdale. they dont have the best selection of tackle, but it will get you by, they do have great baitfish, and they are helpful and honest.Yeah the two dozen shiners I bought were a little expensive then the norm.
Exactly, if anyone has a problem, you can just ask nicely. No need to hop out of the shanty and immediately start yelling. Yelling does nothing but cause tension.
You're old enough to know better! Have a little common curtesy and you won't get yelled at! And every time you guys got closer to my gear to drill your holes you kept looking at my shanty to see if I noticed, Guess I did huh! Not a great way to make friends nybasser. Ill tell you Once nicely, there is no second time!
You're old enough to know better! Have a little common curtesy and you won't get yelled at! And every time you guys got closer to my gear to drill your holes you kept looking at my shanty to see if I noticed, Guess I did huh! Not a great way to make friends nybasser. Ill tell you Once nicely, there is no second time!Why don't you guys pm each other at this point. Not a great example for the new comer! At this point it's overdone.
You're old enough to know better! Have a little common curtesy and you won't get yelled at! And every time you guys got closer to my gear to drill your holes you kept looking at my shanty to see if I noticed, Guess I did huh! Not a great way to make friends nybasser. Ill tell you Once nicely, there is no second time!
Dave not every place but in sully some places are going to have safe ice. Basser when my boy was 4 last year I used Hot coco and cookies to keep his attention long enough to get him hooked on ice fishing. You have a problem with 15 year olds as they are to old for hot coco and to young for beer.
Dave not every place but in sully some places are going to have safe ice. Basser when my boy was 4 last year I used Hot coco and cookies to keep his attention long enough to get him hooked on ice fishing. You have a problem with 15 year olds as they are to old for hot coco and to young for beer.I stick my brother in front of my Marcum and that keeps him busy for a few hrs and when the fish aren't showing up in start jigging along side of him and have my enjoyment of thinking my jig is a fish chasing his on the flasher...
Haha yeah, fishing was slow, and pretty soon we were just sliding around on the ice instead.At 15 we always had a football and a frizbee on the ice.
Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. I'm definitely going to bring a football or something else the next time I take them out. Weather forecast is looking good for the first week of February, fingers crossed.
Anyone thinking about going out to Superior (or anywhere else in Sullivan county) this weekend? How do you guys think the ice is holding up?What stinks is the rain friday night. If we only get 1/2 an inch, I could easily see Superior, Kaneunga, and lake huntington holding on as well as some other waters. No one will know till Sat. I had nine inches on kaneunga side of white lake mon. I don't think it has changed much since then. I bet you will see some reports on sat saying ice is good. And of course it is up to each one of us to make the final call based on our own observations. I will say the forecast is looking up for the following weekend.
Doesn't look to good down here in Orange county.
Anybody have the address for the farm store in Monticello that sells shiners? I normally run to Tom's in Narrowsburg, but that takes an extra 40min for me... thanks in advance.
I believe this is the place ..never bought bait ...Sports nuts in Rock Hill sells bait too
Might want to call first
http://www.monticellofarmhomeandgarden.com/
Monticello Farm Home & Garden
420 Route 17B, Monticello, NY 12701
Tel: 845-794-6457 | Fax: 845-794-6459 | E-Mail: [email protected]
That's it and it is about 1 mile past the racino right along side of Maplewood Auto.
Have you bought bait there ? Are their tanks climate controlled ...if its 60 plus degrees inside the store the bait is sure to go belly up if the bait is stored inside and brought to the lake . Sports nuts stores his bait in a root cellar/basement area so may be better longevity/mortality .
Good to know I will add it to my list ...What is the cost of a dozen fat heads if you recall...I believe Sports nuts get $3.00 a doz.
Money pit, if your headed for Walton, should be clear of ice. Very little left at both ends Friday. Anyone heading out on the ice tomorrow in Sullivan, BEWARE! Spent the day on Kiamesha, by the time I left at 4:30, the ice was rotten. Ice was starting to honeycomb and very soft. Started the day with 8-7 inches, down to 7-6 and could see blood on the ice from caught fish seeping into ice down into ice about 4 inches.Thanks for the heads up
Although I saw a quad on ice earlier (Mr. hardwater diehard I believe), I decided I'd walk in the dark last night.
Headed out to deeper section of Sullivan Co lake, shoreline good, 5-6 inches ice still (was seven inches 24 hrs previously further down the lake).
4 crappies in fridge (caught on jig with plastic, jig with waxworm, and on tip down with minnow).
Plan to head out again this AM, need to get some perch so we can celebrate the NE Patriots this eve...Go Pats!
Open water down here on Long Island :)Good reports of trout at the Conny.
Fished White Lake on Saturday, measured 8" of solid ice, a guy was running his quad on the south end.forgot to quote.
Action was VERY slow for us and for all the guys we spoke to. Lots of guys out, the fog sat on the ice all day.
Good reports of trout at the Conny.
WOW Dinks, I don't much care how anyone spells or punctuates here but I can't understand half of what you are trying to say. How about proof reading before you hit post just to see if it typed out the way you want it to read.lol my fat fingers type on cell phone..I reread it I understand lol..but yeah heard swing is flooded and no access unless you heard or seen it..I'm going north maybe next weekend if it is ago
say pooley..the first post on this thread..I have to ask ..is that Chic yours ? She's a looker for sure smile nice body too! If so, I'm proud of you for such a snag!
Soooo...any Ice any where? Heard lake George is shot in the bays...main lake not even close...guys went through up in central ny in multiple locations....8-10 " supposedly in adks?....got a buddy on piseco I am going to checkhart with....can't imagine anything safe locally :'(
Im not a race fan but even I know who that is.... ::)so she's still as hot looking after all these years? Cool!
Esoxnepa I suggest keeping a watch on the fire departments Face Book page for updates on the contest before you make the trip . Doing a Google search I found this phone number you and anyone else planning to attend this contest may want to call.
Swan Lake Hose CO. # 1 (845)-292-6918
If this contest is cancelled please send a personal message to moderator AdkRoy so he can update post about this contest that can be found in New York Ice Fishing derbies and contests thread. The thread is found stickied near top of New York Ice Fishing community board.
Steve
Not too much of a trout fisherman/fly fisherman. Looking to improve my fly casting skills though, what baits/patterns are they catching them on?Since they are stocked fish, patterns are not that important. In addition, since it's winter, surface bugs are not around. Best to use nymphs or streamers.
Hopefully it locks up and they can reinstate the tourney.
Thank you very much greensider . Any bait shops around that area?
http://www.monticellofarmhomeandgarden.com/ ......Rt 17B past race track on right 1.5 miles
Sportsnuts
Address: 250 Rock Hill Dr, Rock Hill, NY 12775 Exit 109 Rock Hill ...turn left ...3/4 mile on left
Phone: (845) 794-2000
You can add Agway in Liberty to that list.That's closest to Swan Lake if you don't go by something.
Boss j if you have any information on the Mahogany Ridge rod and gun club contest please past it onto AdkRoy so he can post it in the derbies and contest thread. I personally have had trouble getting info. on this contest since I first found out about it a few years back here on Ice Shanty.ITS SIMPLE, SATURDAY OF PRESDENTS DAY WEEKEND AT THE SANDS BEACH BAR... all I know
Steve
look at you guys all helping each other can you imagine if the whole world acted like this we should all be ice fisherman nice job fellasohhh go sit on a egg... lol
Boss j if you have any information on the Mahogany Ridge rod and gun club contest please past it onto AdkRoy so he can post it in the derbies and contest thread. I personally have had trouble getting info. on this contest since I first found out about it a few years back here on Ice Shanty.
Steve
Looks like Sullivan County is getting every bit of the 1-3 inches of snow that was forecasted. The temperatures are also cooperating with low 20's and teens forecasted for the overnights for next 5 days . So Winter 2017 2.0 begins.
There is a lot of ice all over Monticello area, Ive been fishing it all season. Would love some fishing buddies who know the area better than I do, I have fished Swinging Bridge Res with not much success, Big pond I caught a good amount of Large mouth nothing else. Im heading out in about an hour or so, Live in nyc, heading to either Swinging Bridge again to try my luck, or to Toronto Res, Im dying to catch some walleye.
I'm thinking about venturing out onto Superior Saturday. Good idea or not?
If anyone has been there in the last couple days and wouldn't mind reporting ice conditions I'd appreciate the report.
Here is the latest from my neck of Sullivan county. I went to Swinging Bridge and there are guys fishing. Not sure I would drive a machine over the new shore line ice but it is good for walking over from the boat launch.it is freezing shoreline should be fine won't be long
Superior looks good to go and there were guys out there and the same for White Lake. I couldn't get up to Toronto because they had the road blocked doing repairs and I could not wait but one of the road crew guys said it was not quite ready yet but could be OK by the weekend. It is 26 here in Forestburgh now at 2:25 PM Friday Feb. 3rd and should go down to near 10 tonight. Just be careful if you are running heavy machines to drag your stuff.
I did not drill any holes but suspect the ice away from the shorelines is fine and just a light snow cover in most places.
Anybody in here ever fish waneta lake over by Livingston manor? Looking to try somewhere new this weekend..
Shallow pickerel lake and they all are about the same size 15-17 inches the one time I fished it back some years ago. I am sure there are pan fish and perch but the slime darts kept us busy.I guess I'm gonna give it a try tomorrow. I've fished it a few times in the summer and caught a few pickerel and bass. Hopefully I can stay away from them and get into some panfosh
I'll be out tomorrow morning on Superior. Past few times out playing the "sit and wait" game didn't produce too much. Going to try some new tactics.
FTR I've tried the wait and sit game ...that isn't Panfishing out to well either ;D ;D . The majority of fish I believe are in the early ice or just starting the mid season migration into the basin area ....so spread out over the flats that hard to pin point a game plan/strategy
My plan is to drill a bunch of holes and hop around until I find fish..... with enough holes, it'd be near impossible not to find them :)When I don't use tip ups, I keep moving until I find fish. You would also be suprised how many times I have worked through an area only to come back around to it at dark and catch a bunch of fish. Good luck. Me and the boy are going to hit swan lake tomorrow for a youth fishing contest.
When I don't use tip ups, I keep moving until I find fish. You would also be suprised how many times I have worked through an area only to come back around to it at dark and catch a bunch of fish. Good luck. Me and the boy are going to hit swan lake tomorrow for a youth fishing contest.
I'll be out tomorrow morning on Superior. Past few times out playing the "sit and wait" game didn't produce too much. Going to try some new tactics.
Been getting a lot of action on my tip downs set up for pan fish ...but upon setting the hook...their on ...but off ...and barely taking any line out to boot...defiantly a head scratcher. Its like they are sucking the minnow head and not getting to the hook ...small minnows and new Mr Crappie TruTurn hooks.... ??? ??? ???
23 1/2" walleye Sodom just now. Pictures to follow. First walleye
my heart is beating out of its chest
Anyone know if Monticello FD Derby at Sackett will have bait available? I believe it on the 18th of Feb.
Thanks choo choo ..agree Monday was gorgeous weather ...yes Steve.yesterday was mostly a wet day slow takes..if you know how to make pics appear rather the link code to my Dropbox account..going to try one more time before the winds they forecasting.. Still no eye and the seem to be fewer last few seasons.. I will let go stinking old monster walleye after taking a photo..I'll keep the smaller but legal 18 minimum but the be females are best released..best for reproductivity
Hey Basser I was down at the launch on Swb yesterday and looked south. I think what you saw was a plowed patch on the ice. Was thinking of trying there this season, haven't fished it in years. Not big on keeping the bigger eyes either. In sullivan we just don't have enough of a walleye fishery. I understand in other places where they have more keeping a few.
Hey Basser I was down at the launch on Swb yesterday and looked south. I think what you saw was a plowed patch on the ice. Was thinking of trying there this season, haven't fished it in years. Not big on keeping the bigger eyes either. In sullivan we just don't have enough of a walleye fishery. I understand in other places where they have more keeping a few.if the walleye was good as it was five years ago, we would have caught them..we had a very hard time finding them in open water in a basstracker and we know all the hots spots but seems far between for eye at swb. I was amazed we didn't catch one eye the spots we use to get them. anyway, no big deal crappies were all nice size plenty and actually like them more fried.
Might have been, saw some glistering light off the surface in the distance which made it look like open water, so I didn't venture that way at all.it cant be any thicker or safer that way looking out towards dam
dinks ...looks like a complicated process for getting your dropbox photos to appear as an image as opposed to a link ...changing so coded text in the link etc. Although Photo Bucket can be challenging at time it seems the best for me and others.Agree, I uninstalled dropbox, I figure if I had to ask here and the program is cpmplicated why bother with it..unistalled not to bother with dropbox anymore. Any app that is not user friendly I just trash lol.. no big deal..I don't trust or care for apps on my dumb phone either,,just a power drain..less apps the better imho.
Of course things change, but 20 years ago SWB was some body of water. I think when it was drained it really put a hurting on it. I would love to see them do a little stocking including some more hybrid stripers. You guys ever fish towards the dam?from seeing contour depths from boat and trying it down by dam, i can't see it good choice for ice fishing ( basically not practical method lining 60 ft plus not good for fishing and too deep for ice tackle. also last to freeze that side of res. If it were stocked with striper hybrids i doubt nys has any interest in any hybrids.. What these officials should do is manage walleye reproduction and stock like they do up in Oneida using the same strain from they get from the lk. Think for now it best to release the big females over 24"..actually don't savor the taste or texture of the meat from them any larger than 23" for eats.. these fish take years,they live long like twenty years so they are likely to have higher levels of contaminants compared to their smaller cousins having shorter life span and less concentrated contaminants. Fish are what they eat,, think of them like batterys getting charged with toxins, the longer they live the higher the concentration of toxins. Same with sea food or any meat. Best tasting walleye are actually 15 inch 17in lol.. but the state don't want you to eat them safer tastery fish! ! lol
Of course things change, but 20 years ago SWB was some body of water. I think when it was drained it really put a hurting on it. I would love to see them do a little stocking including some more hybrid stripers. You guys ever fish towards the dam?
Hopefully a bit will blow right off! Sure is light enough.
Thinking about hitting SWB on Saturday. Hopefully the roads will be clear, would suck to get stuck lol...
Great to hear, thanks! Now, hoping that the snow on the ice blows off, or else its gonna be a pain hiking through it....
Do you park at the launch basser? Might go there Sat. afternoon Looks to be a warm day.
Yup! Forestburgh does a great job on the roads but not a darn thing on the ice. If the winds of change will get the ice cleared then we will be good to go. If not then I will hope to find a much younger fishing mate to help drag all the gear. I can't tell you how many times I dragged all my stuff to the far side of the lake and on the way back saw the guys fishing right off the landing did way better then I did. We all need to keep in mind they call it fishing instead of Catching and being in the right place at the right time with the right bait or lure is the key to success. Some days you can't buy a bite and other days you didn't bring enough bait. I can't tell you all how many times my buddy caught fish all day from his drilled hole and my drilled hole 50 feet away and the same depth never got a bite using the exact same bait.
Being there is half of it. If I'm not on the ice I don't learn. The shelter helps on nasty days. Don't think you will need shelter Sat. It will be in the forties with light winds.
Greenwood lake is a better walleye fishery than SWB imo and its further south.... location doesn't mean as much for species of fish as structure and forage does along with where NYS decides to stock.... walleyes do so good in oneida because its a big lake with an amazing amount of forage in the lake and they are one of the top predators in there.... lakes with a lot of "warm water" species hurt the walleye population because they compete for a lot of the same food. I'm actually surprised GWL is as good as it is with all the muskies in there.... the next best thing to oneida is chaumont or the St. Lawrence river.
We had eight inches in Callicoon.
Another 1-3 inches of snow reported tonight for Sullivan... looks like I'll pass for this weekend. Good luck to anyone who is going out.
Not seeing that 1-3 for tonight.... warm for tomorrow 42F ....Sunday looks to be a bit of a mix bag though WU reporting 3-5 for Sunday ...
On second thought, the steady dropping pressure for tomorrow looks great..... can't seem to make up my mind.... ;D
Gammy, elevation totals didnt vary due to the temps being low everywhere. Not like a lower area started as rain and higher elevations started with snow. Then you have variation. I'm farther north than those locations you mentioned and a higher elevation, only 6-8". If watched any radar or news, the storm was farther south as a coastal storm. Heck, Danbury ct. with an elevation of of 0 to 100 received 15".
I will TRY to get over to the SWB public launch and give you a report about the parking area later this afternoon.
Basser just go for it , and when you get to the parking lot ....if it's not plowed, just gun it. I'm sure there will be someone there with a truck and a chain to pull you ;D out
Just got back from SWB. Good news NYBasser, the lot is plowed fine but the entrance into the lot has some snow from the regular road plowing but you should not have a problem. Even better news is that the snow has mostly blown off the ice and you will want kreepers with you.
The boat launch is off Plank road which is also called Starlight drive. Tell me where you are coming from and I can give directions. From route 17B it is caller Starlight drive or road and from route 42 it is called Plank road but it is all the same road that travels along the east shore. I just looked on my map and Yes, Gregory road is right where the launch is.Yea, thats the 1 i see on my fishing guide map for SWB, just wanted to make sure that 1 is plowed. Its also showing me another boat launch on the west side further north. Thanks again for your help, really appreciate it!
Yea, thats the 1 i see on my fishing guide map for SWB, just wanted to make sure that 1 is plowed. Its also showing me another boat launch on the west side further north. Thanks again for your help, really appreciate it!
where can I bait on my way to superior
Could anyone give me any info on kiamesha lake? There's nothin on the dec website expect for that its ice fishable. I drive by it a lot and I'm interested in fishing it. So couple anyone tell me what kind of fish are in there? Is it worth fishing? Are there deeper parts of the lake that hold more fish? (Even tho it's small)
where can I bait on my way to superior
You guys are killing me. We have no safe ice here in Dutchess. I'm living vicariously through you all!!!
Lol
Hey NYBASSER you coming back to SWB tomorrow? It's only another 5 hour round trip. ;D ;D ;D
Good for you Basser! I had a day where right at dark I got into a trout on my jigging rod and had a tip up. iced a 24incher. I ran for tip up and had 20 incher......... That was a few years ago. Today I had a 12 inch pickeral.
Next weekend, I'm definitely going to make the trip. If anybody would like to meet up I would really appreciate it. I know nothing about it but we could make it work
Just tell me where to meet up, and I'll be there
Anybody been on White Lake recently ?Fished White Lake yesterday and caught some nice keeper perch and one keeper pickerel. Moved around a bit to find fish. caught them jigging and on tip ups.
Re: SWB - If you go out from the launch, turn right and walk until you're in front of the third house--with a red deck and white railings--there is drop off about 200 feet from shore. Don't fish there, it sucks. Really thought I was onto something when I found that drop off but all I ended up with Saturday was a couple pickerel and two perch so small to call them dinks would be bragging.
Also have not caught a walleye out of there through the ice in three years and have stayed out past dark waiting for them too many times.
I love that lake but since the drawdown it just hasn't been the same. Okay crappie fishing now and then but perch and walleye seem hard to come by anymore.
Thanks all. The DEC map shows two boat launches. I think I parked at the more northern one of the two. Is that the one being referred to?
My son and I fished swinging bridge today. we were just north of the launch by about 100yards. the snow wasn't that tough on me but I didn't want to push a five year old. felt good to fish there again, haven't in a while. We had a 19 inch snot rocket and a nice smally. Had a few lookers jigging, but only one light bite. One guy had 2 nice perch and another had a few crappie. Hope I can hit on a solo outing and fish some of my old spots.Did not know that was you beachwoods 16,......nice little boy you have there...he was so excited to tell me about the pickerel you guy's caught !
Funny as you walked away I thought I need to build a Smitty. Glad to meet you.Same here.
Did not know that was you beachwoods 16,......nice little boy you have there...he was so excited to tell me about the pickerel you guy's caught !
(I talked to you both on my way in from the hinterlands lol...drag was a little tough with the softening snow/slush forming in some spots, but the smitty sled helped this old guy with the drag}
I was just out there today for the mid day bite, which was ok, but could have been better...had to scoot out of there before prime time.
Absolutely beautiful weather to be out on the ice, I never even put my bibs on....and good luck to you both next time out .
They were ok when I came in mid afternoon...a few wet slushy spots here and there.
Things are going to change with the forecasts we have for next week...
No just in general for the season. Big pond probably is close to 10 if not more if I had to guess
Looks like this weekend might be the last safe ice for 2 or so weeks. Maybe a freeze coming on the first week of march?
Yea that's why I might go in this wind. Tomorrow I can't, Friday to Sunday I'm free. Hope the wind calms down. Today would've been a gorgeous day. Too bad we haven't gotten any good freeze. I wouldn't mind going closer to harriman state park, or even Ronkonkoma. Even though the 1 time I tried it during the summer I was skunked.
Winds will be very light on Saturday, and fairly calm on Sunday. I'm def going to SWB Saturday, and possibly will be out on Sunday as well. Harriman has some good lakes, but they never opened for ice fishing this year, and Ronk barely even froze over. Ronk isn't good anyway, the eyes don't seem to bite through the ice there.
I caught an old walleye at swb ..thought wow great fish fry..when I cut it open with my fillet knife a huge worm came out..in the sink..went online to see what worm it might be..resembles a tape worm! It broke apart but I thosses it to the Crows.. People be real careful!
Yea I wish harriman would freeze. I don't fish there much cause of the boat and key permit policies. Let me know if you wanna meet up this weekend. I guess I can give swb another shot. You do well on there?
Stick with the crappie, they taste better and are easier to catch ;DI wasn't kidding! btw you are right the crappies taste better but you might think i'm fooling folks or whatever but ..i did fillet many nice white crappies this season and some of them had long thread size about four inches..i know these aren't nerve endings..they are definitely these worms..likely tape worms from the animal farms upstream i guess.. anybody else seen these white thread size parasites?..i pull em off and fry the fillets anyway.. pure protein i figure.. i read somewhere the worms are like part of the meat or as harmless once cooked. ;)
Hey guys. Hate to bother you with a non-ice fishing questing, but some friends and I are dying to play some pond hockey. We're looking for somewhere in Dutchess country with good (smooth) ice and minimal snow or that is plowed. If no one has any ideas we're up for ice fishing too. Thanks so much.
Did pretty well last weekend, got a couple spots on SWB to find the crappie at. Worst case scenario, I can always switch to Superior to hammer some monster gills and perch. I'll probably be out on Saturday at around 8 or 9 am. I'm willing to meet up with anyone who wants to.
Any chance you would care to share these spots :-). 3 outings on swb this season have resulted in 1 keeper perch that I didn't keep. Rest were bait size for the most part. Ive had tip ups set and jigged. Also constantly moved tip ups if untouched after a while.
I have a brother in Toga and figure I might head up there in a week or two if things hold.
I'm fishing toga tomorrow.... heard theres 7" on there but sacadaga and schroon are both 10-16"Thats what I figure. In a couple of weeks I may have to go a little further north.
I typically used to hike in off of moscoe Rd and search for fish...I have been looking forward to use the marcum and scan thathe bog basin for fish for years!... would appreciate any die hard company...love fishing alone because I usually cover territory but would appreciate the company of a fellow hard water nutcase....always funny seeing the reaction when responding to coworkers that ask what you're doing for the weekend...anyway will be out tomorrow scanning jigging and maybe 6 tipups...Gamalot thanks for the invite...going to be a good husband and take my wife on a snowshoe adventure...I suggested I fishing and she said yeah we're married now I don't think so!
Hello loudmouth I fished Saratoga lake last weekend ...no walleyes for me, there was a tournament on the south end of the lake where the wife & I were staying ...I got in, a good cause ... at the weigh somebody said there was a 26" walleye caught . I never saw the fish ... I had my wheeler & there were machines all over south end ... Ice was about 8" thick... :icefish:
Planning on hitting Toronto all day tomorrow from the dam access that Gamalot was kind enough to tell us about...will be a first there in a few years...any advice...going after the ever elusive eyes ! ThanksTHERE IS A SECTION OF OPEN WATER that grew a few hundred yards yesterday while I was fishing there.
Thanks Boss j...as they say in the movie Christmas story....FUDGE!...Jason p little early to call you...I am sure we will see one another there...I have grey tundra with browntrout sticker on tailgate and I will be pulling a 1 man sentinel most likely left of access pending this open water,hope to meet up there...gamalot you are welcome to join us....ironically I put off a trip to Lake George this weekend because of the open water and sketchy ice that is going on up there...sounds like it is not safe unless you know the lake and mainly stick in the bays
Are you guys saying there is open water on the dam side of Toronto?
Thanks got it. The Moscow road side access has been open for most of the seaon if not all so far.
There is only 1 dam on the east side via Pine Grove road, top ridge trail aka town road 62.
is anyone catching any fish? or nobody want to go through the hassle of posting any pics?
is anyone catching any fish? or nobody want to go through the hassle of posting any pics?photobucket can be a pain sometimes for some computers
Good luck to Gamalot if you go out..beware of the inconsistencies in ice thickness there today...especially as that sun warms it up!...Jason and I found an odd current in the lake and that too was very inconsistent,the strongest was just off the access ramp . Wish the bite was on last night we stayed and tried to target willing fish until 7:00 .Have a good day and be careful
Anyone go out today? How bad were the melting conditions?
Went from solid ice and snow to water and slush on top in a matter of 3 or 4 hours. I think you might be able to sneak in one last trip tomorrow, but be careful. Shorelines around SWB are starting to soften, and the ice was very slightly bubbling. Warm weather + wind = no good.
Decided to stay at SWB, moved to west bank of lake, had the same results...Zilch.
Gravity Pilot, great meeting you today, hope you have a good outing if you decide to go north.
As for me I think my season is over. Heading to south Jersey tomorrow to hit the little white ball around.
Good luck to everyone that will get a few more outings in. Stay safe and tight lines to all. :) :tipup:
Anyone out on swb today? I was on there yesterday and ice was messy but still seemed pretty solid. Thinking about making a drive up today if the ice is still ok.
SHORELINE WAS SPUD through the hole first stab where we would normally quad out so we didn't have plywood and decided to walk and sled.. once off the shoreline it is plenty safe ,,a the tape cuttting fresh holes it is still 12 in. solid .. hardly any melt on top today with the sun and wind it was tough..waxworms rapala perch jig hardly impressed any few lookers we found.. must of lazered over 50 holes and only about a dozen crappie ..no bass yellows ey just a few decent crappies i ate tonight..one was 12 in. nice size..most the big ones are bit smaller but big enough to fillet. I had two full days on swb morning to sun down and can't believe where i use to nail eye didn't produce. the one cove we slaughtered them past month or so wasn't much good yesterday was better than today.. the thing about these deep reservoirs is if the fish move they aren't there on the graph getting the few we seen today was tough getting them. So the birdblue sky ..fed three eagles a bag of cuts ..that was cool watching..they finished the carcasses i bagged the last night.. albeit had a great time ..doubt next time but hoping another freeze for this weekend.Be carefull with remains on ice. not that I care, but it is unlawful
I have tossed fish to the Eagles over the years... stand on the ice 100yards out or in a tree near by...nice pics... :)Years ago you didn't believe yourself if you saw one. Now you can see a few at a time. A few years ago I saw 11 on Lake Superior at the same time. Hope they open season on them. Maybe a lottery like doe tags.
Years ago you didn't believe yourself if you saw one. Now you can see a few at a time. A few years ago I saw 11 on Lake Superior at the same time. Hope they open season on them. Maybe a lottery like doe tags.
WOW, That just floored me!x3 who wants to shoot a Eagle.
. Hope they open season on them. Maybe a lottery like doe tags.
I personaly don't want to shoot one as I wouldn't eat it. Kind of like I wouldn't throw a fish on the ice just because I didn't like them. But they could charge a premium and put the money towards stocking ruffed grouse, or walleye. Eventually they could be like coyotes and be over populated.
I have tossed fish to the Eagles over the years... stand on the ice 100yards out or in a tree near by...nice pics... :)Dewey and Gamalot know it is cool to toss a fish to a bird .. If the law says don't feed the wildlife whatever rule is cool to abide by regs for the most part..i don't go out of my way to feed birds or bears coyotes foxes etc.. but when I'm in the wild and give a hungry bird a chance for fresh fish carcass so be it..rather plastic bag it for maggot trash in some smelly dump.. think that rule about no cleaning fish on the banks was introduced on the salmon river ny years ago.. before that it wasn't a big deal and remember cleaning fish on shore of reservoirs before they made it a state reg. but whatever the reg passed i go with it.. i clean the fish in the sink..bucket the carcasses and flip them on the ice while I'm there knowing wildlife will eat wildlife.. today really enjoyed watching the gulls enjoy a few crappie carcasses the eagles were up but must of been full crows too.. the gulls were the only ones eating and really enjoyed treating them hungry birds.. one dominant gull squawking protecting his while the others had to wait to get their pieces on the ice..really was cool to watch..and hrs after they all but the first dominant gull flew and landed by me each hole as i headed in..that gull might remember me in the boat this spring who knows! ;D
I personaly don't want to shoot one as I wouldn't eat it. Kind of like I wouldn't throw a fish on the ice just because I didn't like them. But they could charge a premium and put the money towards stocking ruffed grouse, or walleye. Eventually they could be like coyotes and be over populated.lol,, better tapping trees!! lol
just take the license fee and stock the fish,,it will serve us well..otherwise nobody wants to bother fishing etc.
Honestly these animals make it fine on their own without human interacting with them and giving them food.... Also, it makes wild animals lose their natural fear of people. Feeding can make large, potentially dangerous animals become too comfortable in residential or recreational areas. Once animals learn they can panhandle for food, they can become a nuisance, or even worse, a safety risk. Wild animals who depend on people for food can cause injuries or spread disease. When wild animals gather for food handouts, it can cause crowding and competition. These unnatural conditions increase the chances of fighting and injury among animals.agree 100%never throw food to bears in residential area..big difference!
agree 100%never throw food to bears in residential area..big difference!
I am not completely sure about the regs. Many times while fishing SWB I have been watched by eagles sitting in the trees near by. I could be guilty as well because when I catch a badly hooked dink perch that will die and is too small to bring home I toss it to the eagles who gratefully swoop right down and take it away. I also have a long standing hatred of slime dart Pickerel so if I ever get one it too will be eagle food.Your killing pickerel for no reason. Are people going to throw them on the ice until they are protected? I am using the most extreme example to prove a point. They used to feed them to make sure they survived winter. There weren't many left do to mankind. Law requires all short and out of season fish to be returned to the water reguardless of condition.
As a young boy while unhooking a large Pickerel it tore my right thumb wide open with those nasty teeth. Then it got really seriously infected and cost my family a small fortune and ruined half of my summer with my hand in bandages and back and forth to the doctors. As far as I'm concerned Eagles need to eat too!
You guys need to post less and go fishing more. You're getting all worked up!lol roy,, you know why don't you ;D the ice is melting and we can't risk going out there! ;D but seriously, all valid points made about feeding/managing wildlife.. because if you think about it,, that is all it is.. there truly is no more wilderness..every blackbear coyote etc..know well enough to stay far away or get shot..they aren't stupid unless trained or tricked to be sniffing us as hosts..otherwise you'd see them everyday in those small management regions..they stay the hell away for the most part unless really desperate.. Gamolot is absolutely right about the pickerel in the Catskill streams especially! I toss em because they to me are trout eating fish in my streams i flyfish. Loudmouth is right for the most part but think feeding a fish or a bird tossing fresh carcass far from the road like way out on ice or their (managed areas) isn't a bad thing at all..actually better than worse because i feel good and so does that creature.. you fishermen can't catch enough fish as it is ;D.. guess it will be trout season soon..perhaps float some fatheads for ice out crappie! shouldn't be long! thickest ice i measured was last time 12 inches.. it will be gone soon imho.
You could always take a trip up to the Adirondacks. We still have plenty of ice.
Ok can someone give a report on the ice in the Forestburgh area . Is it over we are going to our hunting camp for the weekend .Good weekend for small game, or hitting the river.
Any one ever fish the bashakill?. fish it often lots of bass and bowfin big crappies if you can find them
I'm getting my yak ready for the Striper run and the crappie spawn. I've got one last run up to Schroon, but after that it's all soft water....be safe kb, wish to meet you someday, you were always a cool participant here on this southern ny thread. I always get moody and booted last ice! lol
Lastly, just wondering if and how if there is a setting on this site/thread to get direct latest replies..it bugs me to see the first(poolie host) every friggin time having to enter this thread..I think it very annoying for what it is..some brachshot of a bikini b***h who ishas nothing to do with ice fishing.. I ll combat this intrusive platform.. Makes little difference to me..I simply find it a hassle on a smart phone to say the least!
Now there were a lot of hooks out but some nice fish caught at King of the Ice. Winner was a 9 plus eyesince when is/was walleye in white lk? i' know as Gamolot will atest they are in toronto swb and links below,,(possiblt mongaup falls and rio) definitely in the delaware below them outlets but never bother fishing that boudler infested riffraff below rio res. if they did stock it, i have no account looking at the dec site. must be a secret stocking program?
I never have an issue going straight to the most recent post on the thread on my computer or when on my iPhonei said it is no big deal but on my mobile phone..i got to cursor in to get to last post because pooley keeps appearing first like a broken record.. on my desktop i can get by that but the mobile device i have to expand and tap little numbers to get latest replies /posts.. shouldn't have to be set up that way.I tried figuring out all option settings.. mobile you get directed to the 1st pooleys bs post..just saying, i can deal with it but it is stupid having to do so.
since when is/was walleye in white lk? i' know as Gamolot will atest they are in toronto swb and links below,,(possiblt mongaup falls and rio) definitely in the delaware below them outlets but never bother fishing that boudler infested riffraff below rio res. if they did stock it, i have no account looking at the dec site. must be a secret stocking program?
Probably a stupid question, but did anyone attempt or go out on Superior or White Lake this past weekend?
I imagine the edges are shot.
i said it is no big deal but on my mobile phone..i got to cursor in to get to last post because pooley keeps appearing first like a broken record.. on my desktop i can get by that but the mobile device i have to expand and tap little numbers to get latest replies /posts.. shouldn't have to be set up that way.I tried figuring out all option settings.. mobile you get directed to the 1st pooleys bs post..just saying, i can deal with it but it is stupid having to do so.
you just have to click on the icon in the red circle.... and it will bring you to the most recent post like on the computer..... not really hard to figure out.... As long as you login and give it half a second :thumbsup:
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Lastly, just wondering if and how if there is a setting on this site/thread to get direct latest replies..it bugs me to see the first(poolie host) every friggin time having to enter this thread..I think it very annoying for what it is..some brachshot of a bikini b***h who ishas nothing to do with ice fishing.. I ll combat this intrusive platform.. Makes little difference to me..I simply find it a hassle on a smart phone to say the least!
Really like to know from the meteorologically how bats come out March 1st 70 degrees here and see 15 degree lows this week?...come on you people! ..something says eotw as we know it!
nyone have ice thickness reports? please and thanks... would love to have 1 more ice trip
Call me nuts but I think with 4 days below freezing this past Fri - Monday, and the cold snap starting this Thursday, I think we will have safe ice in Bethel on Sunday, maybe even Saturday.
I know tomorrow it will be in the low 50's but it should lock back up.
Call me nuts but I think with 4 days below freezing this past Fri - Monday, and the cold snap starting this Thursday, I think we will have safe ice in Bethel on Sunday, maybe even Saturday.
I know tomorrow it will be in the low 50's but it should lock back up.
I would say not this weekend but next weekend ! Lets send that guy out there who fell in SB twice to check it out for us !
I'm thinking Superior might have ice, seems to freeze the fastest. I measured 12" of ice there while White Lake and Toronto had 8".the only reason it WAS thicker is because its smaller and far shallower than both those lakes. I was there Saturday and it was wide open with whitecaps!
Low temps in single digits this throughout next week. There is still a chance for the weekend of the 18th. Never lose hope.....
I hope your kidding about calling emergency services. If you saw just head and shoulders and guy struggling of course. But if someone was just out there enjoying himself then mind your own beezwax. Not only will you be harassing that fisherman but could be taking resources away from a REAL emergency.
Gibberish! Ha.
I've been walking on the ice for over fifty years, in the same spot, trust me, I know my ice. If there had been no wind, I would be ice fishing in a couple of days.... I'm only talking about me, those who have to travel to water, well...Not starting a pi$$ing contest..
True indeed Gamalot, I'm getting cabin fever and let loose!
BlueSail, how is your spot lookin' today?
BTW, Check the expiration dates on your NY fishing licenses because they expire exactly one year from the date you bought them.
So much for a blizzard... down on LI we only got 3 inches of slush and sleet :(. You guys upstate probably got hammered though.
Hard to give any kind of exact measure but I just blew it off the driveway for the third time today. On an average I will say between 22-24 inches but I have drifts over 36 inches in a lot of spots and it gave my Kubota tractor with a 50 inch blower a good workout today. Snow began here just before 11 last night and at 6 AM we had a full foot on the ground. It is still snowing and blowing so I will be out again tonight or in the morning clearing a few more inches and the drifts.
The CEO of camping world is very anti-hunting so I'm surprised the company decided to buy out gander.... wouldn't be surprised if they decrease the size of their hunting/fishing equipment area and put more apparel and camping stuff in
Changing the name to Gander Outdoors ...and looks to be keeping stores open which would allow the sale of RVs...if you scroll through his tweets he was asked/answered that fish and hunting will remain ...hope that is true.
Not in the market for an Ion or a Clam shelter....decent prices though ...they are adding "Gander" stock weekly not sure from where ...but they also have other non Gander merchandise in the front right of the entrance.
Also I thought there liquidation sales signage was misleading as you entered the store sign saying entire store 40% off
maybe cableas or bass pro will decided to come down now
You are welcome Gamalot. Sorry the two species of fish you were targeting at Rio did not cooperate glad the bass were hungry so you had action on your rod/rods. Must be a sight to watch eagles taking fish from lake's surface.
Steve
I have viewed eagles from the observation area on Mongaup during the Winter months ,nice to know there are now nesting pairs present year round. Personally the only lake in Sullivan County that I knew had walleyes was Morningside in Hurlyville until a couple years ago when the winning fish from "King of The Ice" contest at White Lake was a walleye.
On a different topic I know you are a long time Sullivan County resident ,do you know the history of wooden pipe sections you see along road to Rio.
Steve
The DEC stocked Swinging bridge res in the 90's into 2000's with walleye...even got a small write up in F&S mag ...then when dam broke and needed repair it is believed that a lot of them were released down stream ...Moungaup falls res...Rio res etc .White lake is stocked by the SC conservation club for sometime now with walleye ..I just found out last October of this ..but couldn't find out for how long best answer I got was
'a couple of years"
https://www.facebook.com/SullivanCounty.ConservationClub/photos/a.1605288382830666.1073741844.199827536710098/1605288639497307/?type=3&theater
Toronto was stocked in the 90s (and may be continuing ) with walleye by the Iroquois hunting club I believe...
I do not have a history of the wooden tubes ...but you may want to check with John Conway ...
http://www.scnyhistory.org/index.php/home
https://www.facebook.com/scnyhistory/
DEC stocking lists/type/amounts
https://data.ny.gov/Recreation/Fish-Stocking-Lists-Actual-Beginning-2011/9hpx-asd8
Hardwater Diehard/Gamalot thank you for the information on walleyes in Sullivan county and wooden pipe line by Rio reservoir . The first time I saw the remaining parts of pipe line thought they might be part of D&H canal system then my mind said why would a canal system have an enclosed pipeline. My family had a vacation home in hamlet of Smallwood(Town of Bethel )for around 55 years the community was started in 1928 and has a man made lake called Mountain Lake(also know as Smallwood Lake) believe they damned White Lake brook to create the lake so there probably are some tout in this lake. The community was originally know as Mountain Lake subdivision and later took on the name of developer so became Smallwood.
I believe profits from Hurleyville fire department ice and summer contests are divided 3 ways with a portion used to stock walleyes in Morningside Lake. The money is also split between fire dept. and town of Fallsburg division for youth programs.
Nice that you have a piece of wood from pipeline Gamalot part of your childhood and county history.
Steve
Info is hard for me to find here on previous years. This one says 7,000 walleyes stocked in RIo and another says 8,700 that were 1.5 inches long. I can't figure out how to go back in years to see what they claim.
Gam
2012 7000 4.4"
2014 8700 1.6"
2015 8700 1.5"
2016 8700 1.7"
Would be nice if the DEC would allow ice fishing on Rio with restrictions for the protection of the eagles ...hand/electric augers slot limits etc . Would be nice to have a walleye fishery in Sullivan Co for ice fishing ...White Lk may be an good option now that walleye seem to be caught quite regularly there.
I believe there is some agreement between management and kayakers concerning water flow into the Mongaup from Rio for the spring and summer months .
My uncle was an executive at O & R. He used to take my father to many of the closed places to hunt and fish. One night, my uncle stopped by the house with a trunk full of pickerel that looked like pike, they were huge. He caught them ice fishing on the Rio (without my father). He finally got our group of guys on Rio res in late February. 10 guys, 49 tip ups, we were there for 8-9 hours and not a FLAG! That day went down in history for the single worst outing we ever had. To make matters worse, we cut our holes with a spud through 20" of ice; I still remember the water level was 10" below the ice.
How time fly's, that was over 40 years ago! BLAME IT ON RIO!
Good story but I think your uncle was pulling your leg about giant pickerel caught in RIO. I live just 4 miles from the Rio and have been fishing it for over 55 years and to the best of my recollection I have caught about 2 pickerel there in my entire life. Sure there is pickerel in the Rio and in every other lake, pond and swamp around these parts but certainly not in big numbers in the Rio. I would be way more inclined to believe uncle fished in Lebanon or in Dingle Daisy or even the Basher Kill to get the trunk load of big pickerel back then. Back in the 60s I practically lived on the Basher Swamp fishing and catching huge pickerel just north of the Haven bridge. Pickerel or as I call them, Slime Darts are about the easiest fish to catch around these waters and as you saw on that bad day of ice fishing the Rio they just were not there or you would have caught them with 50 lines down the holes. Back then, in the 1970s the Rio was a great trout fishery. I also don't ever remember ice fishing ever being allowed on the Rio but back then as an employee of O&R anything could have been possible.
I fished in Lebanon twice in the past 3 weeks and it is way overloaded with slime darts and the weeds they love. We caught a few decent Bass and easily a hundred pickerel and not one of them was over 14 inches. That tells me the forage base is all but gone because fish grow to a size the lake is capable of feeding them in. Not enough bait keeps all the fish small and voracious. On just about every cast we got attacked by small darts making for dreadful fishing unless you had a couple kids who just liked the action of catching any fish that will bite. If a buddy said he wanted to go pickerel fishing the very last place I would take him would be the Rio.
Gam
If my Uncle was pulling our leg, he was a cruel man, but i did see a Fury III with a trunk full of huge pickerel. O & R allowed ice fishing on the Rio twice a year, we only went the one time.
You guys are over here talking fishing and it's deer season! ???
NYBasser all the best with your college studies. Have you checked to see if your college has a sportsmen's club if so they might do some ice fishing trips. Also introduce yourself in the Wisconsin forum sure there are some members in the Madison area who may want to meet up with you for a trip.
Steve
Hey gang, I'm still kickin! Just checking in. I'm ready for some ice! Working on the venison too.
I hear you bro! I need some meat in the freezer too!
I'm glad to hear most are having a good deer harvest, quite a few down up by me too.
On another topic, my small Sullivan Co. lake was more than 1/2 frozen over this morning, woohoo!
Maybe some good news
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Hey guys, be sure to vote in the pic contest. I'm representing the southern NY crew.You got my vote, great story! Some awesome photos there...
Rock Hill ,NY area predicted temperatures
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I watched guys throw brush in the water and then throw plywood on top of it to drive there four wheelers out on to safer ice. Not for me.
So it begins in my area...Ja Da bait delivered today so its officially ice fishing season
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I just received my 500 mousies today for $ 39.00 dollars !
I just received my 500 mousies today for $ 39.00 dollars !
Game did you have a permit to fish Lebanon the two time ?
I fished in Lebanon twice in the past 3 weeks and it is way overloaded with slime darts and the weeds they love. We caught a few decent Bass and easily a hundred pickerel and not one of them was over 14 inches. That tells me the forage base is all but gone because fish grow to a size the lake is capable of feeding them in. Not enough bait keeps all the fish small and voracious. On just about every cast we got attacked by small darts making for dreadful fishing unless you had a couple kids who just liked the action of catching any fish that will bite. If a buddy said he wanted to go pickerel fishing the very last place I would take him would be the Rio.
Gam
I have never used mousies, probably because i have never seen them at any bait shop. Are they more productive than wax worms? And how do you store them, in the fridge?
last I heard Glenmere will not be open to ice fishing....
Oh and heres a pic of my buck 20" inside spread 21" beams
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moose66, thanks for the info on Glenmere. Hopefully we get a few more cold days to get ice elsewhere. I'll keep checking the thread.
I did not have the permit but was invited by friends who signed up for them and got assigned exact days when they could fish with up to six guys.Cool we have a hunting camp right there. We get one or two permits a year if lucky .
Gam
ONCE AGAIN THE ICE IN SULLIVAN IS NOT SAFE YET!!! WILL YOU MORONS STOP SAYIONG HOPEFULLY BY THIS WEEKEND... YOUR GONNA GET SOMEONE KILLED. THIS IS A PUBLIC SITE AND NOT EVERYONE HAS THE COMMON SENCE TO KNOW WHAT SAFE ICE IS AND NOT TO TRUST ANY ICE...
I checked my local Sullivan Co. ice this AM, 2 inches solid, and 8°F when I left. High of 20 today, low teens tonight, might lead to another inch added.
Soon!
Rumors are swirling that people (morons?) were out on Swan Lake this morning.
Great buck! Orange County?
dude, there's still 2 more below-freezing days until Sunday, so it's possible that some of the small Sullivan ponds will have 3 inches by Sunday.yeah I am sure there might be walkable ice BUT REMEMBER there are deaths every year because some people assume that once theres safe ice on one body of water all must be good. just use caution when on a public page. if your talking with messages then you should have a lil idea of the persons knowledge on ice safety and know your not endangering them...
Hey Gam ...does that mule fit in the sled for transport in back of an SUV? I would like to see that thing in action some day ...not really needing that option just yet.. but looks way cool and an option in the future.
Thanks Gam ...good luck with your purchase . Hoping to get on SWB this season as well as White Lake for Walleyes...been a goal of mine for a bit ..but with these crazy winters it been local fishing based on conditions.
excuse me but what is that thing? do they have a web site?
excuse me but what is that thing? do they have a web site?
yeah I am sure there might be walkable ice BUT REMEMBER there are deaths every year because some people assume that once theres safe ice on one body of water all must be good. just use caution when on a public page. if your talking with messages then you should have a lil idea of the persons knowledge on ice safety and know your not endangering them...well I am thankful I wasn't expecting the 3 inches of ice that was predicted to surely be there by Sunday. I did walk on water but measured with a tape and only had 2 5/8 of ice. my 150 lbs was walking and did have a lot of cracking underfoot. even had a few spots that i could feel the ice sagging under foot as it was popping.
I hate this point of winter here in southern NY. Just waiting for the reports of the idiots who pushed the envelope and sent their quads and snowmobiles to the bottom or worse, lost their lives. Could a day of fishing really be worth any of this? My gear remains in storage until I can see a measured 5 inches of good ice and steady cold temps in the forecast.
Gam
Who waits for that report? Kinda morbid. I fished up in the 307 neck of the woods all weekend. 4-5" I can tell you I am not dead at the bottom of a lake.
They work fast I will have to check You Tube or finally join Face Book.
Steve
Headed up to some small lakes in Sullivan early morning. Will report ice conditions. Gam, you are a wealth of knowledge! I was up till 1am reading your stuff from last year. Do you still reside on Masten lake? My buddy lives on it.
Tight lines and be safe!
I would have stayed for the discussion of "Ice Fishing for Walleyes". Now that I can move around easily on the ice with all my gear in tow I hope to target the eyes on both SB and White. Some also say that Lock Sheldrake lake also gives them up but I am not familiar with the lake access or regs for using powered sleds.
Gam
Hey Gammy,
Hope that Snodog is heavy enough to get traction pulling your heavy loads.
Would sack if it just sat there and spun!
Do snowmobiles work on the ice? The snow dog is basically just a snowmobile without the steering skis. If I had to I could certainly stud the track but given the ice conditions we get here most there will always be plenty of snow on it to make it go just fine.
Thank you Diehard for posting the links, will check them out early tomorrow morning when the data is free.
Gam
Do snowmobiles work on the ice? The snow dog is basically just a snowmobile without the steering skis. If I had to I could certainly stud the track but given the ice conditions we get here most there will always be plenty of snow on it to make it go just fine.Basically a snowmobile, except:
Thank you Diehard for posting the links, will check them out early tomorrow morning when the data is free.
Gam
Yes loudmouth, snowmobiles do fine. My concerns are with the
"Sno-Dog." Track-tor pulling machine. Gabalot has photos above.
Thank you Hardwater Diehard for posting You Tube link to Fish 307 2017 ice fishing open house seminar on walleyes. If today's rain does not local lakes to badly we should be in good shape next weekend single digit low temperatures forecasted for next Thursday and Friday .
Steve
Thank you Hardwater Diehard for posting You Tube link to Fish 307 2017 ice fishing open house seminar on walleyes. If today's rain does not local lakes to badly we should be in good shape next weekend single digit low temperatures forecasted for next Thursday and Friday .
Steve
I think I can hit my regular first ice spot Wednesday or Thursday ...
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I always wanted to ask. Can the people living on Lake Louise Marie ice fish the lake? I don't see any such activity but I do know the lake has some very nice fish.
Gam
I believe its catch and release on all those lakes ...I knew some one that's fished it years ago ..believe its loaded with perch but nothing of any size if I recall correctly .A friend of mine maybe moving into that area over the ice season so I may have an opportunity to fish it this season .I grew up with the original owners of the Dodge Inn back in the early 1960s. The biggest pickerel I ever caught was right across the street from the restaurant and just under 30 inches. Good LM Bass to back then.
Well 3-5 inches of the white stuff fell overnight ...got word that there is 4 inches on my usual first ice spot which normally freezes first ..the shore lines were a little week I was told ...I am sure further north in Sullivan county smaller bodies of water will follow suit soon.
Hi, I was out on a lake in Sullivan yesterday, it had 5-6 inches of solid ice- 10 people fishing on it.
On two other lakes, the ice seemed to be ok, except for the ice 10 feet off of the shoreline, which was probably <1
what lake if you don't mind me asking it's over and hour drive for me trying to find safe ice before loading up and taking the hike
Ya I also like 6 inches when I start going hard into this thing we call hard water fishing.
Just got a jiffy pro propane auger and am very eager to try it out .
Thanks for the info bud 👍🏻
I just updated my info 😁. We've done a lot of fishing on there and done well , just eager to ice fish it and see if a few of the spots I mark will produce 🎣
Do you have good luck catching eyes on there?
I just updated my info 😁. We've done a lot of fishing on there and done well , just eager to ice fish it and see if a few of the spots I mark will produce 🎣
Do you have good luck catching eyes on there?
is there public access to ice fish on Mongaup Lake in Sullivan County?
is there public access to ice fish on Mongaup Lake in Sullivan County?
Hi Folks, I'm a transplant to NYC from Utah and have been waiting desperately for some hard water fishing. My goal is to target trout. This isn't the rocky mountains but I think there are some promising options within range. I did a comprehensive review of all the lakes that allow ice fishing south of Albany that have trout and I'm hopeful this cold front will produce some thick ice soon. Tightlines!
looking for some info on fishing lake superior. Just wondering how the fishing has been in the past for crappie and perch.I've always had better luck at Swinging Bridge for Crappie
is there public access to ice fish on Mongaup Lake in Sullivan County?
Hi Folks, I'm a transplant to NYC from Utah and have been waiting desperately for some hard water fishing. My goal is to target trout. This isn't the rocky mountains but I think there are some promising options within range. I did a comprehensive review of all the lakes that allow ice fishing south of Albany that have trout and I'm hopeful this cold front will produce some thick ice soon. Tightlines!
Welcome to NY I hope you enjoy ice fishing here also. For Lake trout I recommend Big Pond located in Andes NY. I fish it often and I know it holds large trout.
Nice fish loudmouth. I was lucky enough to get out yesterday also but only got this guy.
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I caught that guy up in Big Pond. It had 4-5 inches of good ice. But with this cold weather hope that the NYC reservoirs lock up because thats your best bet for some big trout. Gamalot gave you some good info earlier. Some other good trout lakes are Walton and Hessian lake. Good luck and tightlines.Thanks!
OUCH! Transplant to NYC from Utah and you need a new doctor! My condolences. Trout will be found on most of the NYC water supply reservoirs. Check the regs with the NYC DEP for the permit most require, one permit is good for all. Up here in Sullivan County 90 miles NE of the city I think only White Lake and Lake Huntington allow trout through the ice but there could be a couple other small lakes too. There is a thread on Orange/Putnam/ Westchester counties that covers them. No safe ice yet down there that I have heard of.Thank you Gam. Fortunately, I have the proper permits etc since I have done some warm water fishing in these areas. I'm looking forward to soaking my lines through the hard water in your neck of the woods! I'm praying for continued cold!
Gam
headed to superior in the morning how's the fish bite been and thickness of the ice
Yes yesterday was out. 3 inche of ice on upton lake but on the way off the ice I noticed a new sign.
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The sign says " Upton lake and this access are private property . There are no public access. Guests of the federation are permitted to fish by boat or ice fish only. No other use of lake or property is allowed. Trespassers will be reported to police ". I've never seen the sign before and it's right on the path everyones used for years. I called dec and spoke with someone who saidthat because they stock it and have an aggrement to have a public access to the lake that the sign didn't make any sense. He said he's looking into it. Not sure what to make of it. Hopefully sign comes down so I don't feel like I'm trespassing and hate to give up a good spot close to home.
Just wondering, has anyone checked ice thickness on swinging bridge yet?
Thinking about taking a ride there tomorrow, but don’t want to waste my time if ice isn’t safe. I’ll got straight to Superior. Any info would be appreciated.
I did check reports and conditions but not much up to date info.
Gam,
So I just found out today that one of my co-workers is going to have a house on lake Louise Marie and they said I can fish it so I'll let you know how the fishing is there heh heh
Thanks LM. Seems weird to me that I have never seen anyone out on the lake fishing so I suspected there could be rules against ice fishing on it. Most of the homes are under the control of a HOA and most of them do have some restrictions.
Gam
Made another Icehole check today. No one fishing at White lake at all so no clue about ice thickness there. On SB I saw 5 groups way out from the public launch all inside pop ups or hubs. Bitter cold with nasty winds but ice appears to be a good 5-6 inches. Two guys out on Toronto and they claim 6-7 inches just off the dam launch area. With the cold sticking around all this week I am pretty sure we will be good to go just about anywhere by this coming weekend. I go by the standards, 4 inches for a man, 6 inches for a machine, Snowmobile or ATV, and 12 for a full size vehicle if you really would do that.
Gam
I go by the standards, 4 inches for a man, 6 inches for a machine, Snowmobile or ATV, and 12 for a full size vehicle if you really would do that.
Gam
Hate to be this guy but..... A couple pages back you said you wait for 6 inches to fish.... so thats a little different than 4 inches for a man no?
Hammering me for my own safety precautions on thin ice is a ridiculous attitude and childish at best.
Gam
Not hammering you.... was just wondering if you changed your philosophy or not....
I believe there is a tourney scheduled for White Lake at some point later this winter, I’ll see if I can find the link on that. Also was out on Swinging Bridge Reservoir this morning and there’s we’re a few other groups, we all got skunked. Found out from another fisherman that they drained the reservoir 2 years ago and it hasn’t quite recovered to what it once was. So just be wary if you end up going there
I'm heading to White lake on Thursday. Is the bait shop that is connected to the food shack near swinging bridge still in business? If not does anyone know the closet one to white lake.
I believe there is a tourney scheduled for White Lake at some point later this winter, I’ll see if I can find the link on that. Also was out on Swinging Bridge Reservoir this morning and there’s we’re a few other groups, we all got skunked. Found out from another fisherman that they drained the reservoir 2 years ago and it hasn’t quite recovered to what it once was. So just be wary if you end up going there
Monticello farm home and garden usually has some shiners and waxiesI was there Mid December and all they had were medium shiners, but they were $6.99 dollars a dozen.
I'm heading to White lake on Thursday. Is the bait shop that is connected to the food shack near swinging bridge still in business? If not does anyone know the closet one to white lake.
We're going to hit white lake today but at the last minute we switched gears and headed to big pond. We arrived there around 10am and there was another set of guys already out there. MISERABLE is the only word I could describe today. The wind was blowing 20+ mph gusts and sending snow drifts right over the tip ups every 15 to 20 mins. Thank god the clam kept us warm. We managed only 2 smallmouth today but we'll be back out there to seek our revenge on this place they call Big pond 😜
How much ice did you find on Big Pond ?We had 10 inches on big pond
At the boat launch on Kanawauke Rd
Did anyone hear that they stocked walleye in titrati? First I heard of it.
Anyone have luck with access to Lake George?
Did anyone hear that they stocked walleye in titrati? First I heard of it.They have in the past I don't know the last time they did though. I've talked to numerous people who fish that lake a lot and they nor anyone they know have caught the "ghost Walleyes". I spoke to one of the girls this passed summer when I registered my boat and she said they are in there and if you catch one you have to notify them.
Hi, I live in New York, and although it is really difficult to fish, being a high school student and living in a densely populated metropolitan area, I still enjoy fishing. Thankfully, I have found some really good locations to fish around the suburbs of New York (Thanks local bait and tackle shops!).
Today, my faithful father and I set out to go fishing in our new favorite spot - a cove in Muscoot Reservoir - despite of the arctic temperatures predicted. Thank the LORD that we returned home, not only with all our fingers and toes, but also some photos of the fish we had caught: the biggest bluegill I have ever caught, and a beautiful little crappie!
I sincerely thank you all for your accurate updates on ice conditions and for informing and encouraging the next generation of anglers and young outdoors-people.
As a consequence of this forum, however, I have developed quite the longing, and what some might consider addiction, to ice fishing (at least until Mr. Jeff Sessions changes his narrative), but I guess loving fishing isn't quite the worst thing ever.
Now for some pictures:
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Tight lines and be safe.
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what type of hook is everyone using on there tipups I have a few #4 and snelled hooks witch I seem to ha e better luck with but having a lot of spit outs after long runsMustad 3261 Live Bait hooks. Sizes 4,6,or 8 depending on the what I'm targeting.
what type of hook is everyone using on there tipups I have a few #4 and snelled hooks witch I seem to ha e better luck with but having a lot of spit outs after long runs
Wanted to head up to Lake Gleneida this week. Its about an hour away from me, does anyone know if it has safe ice?
what type of hook is everyone using on there tipups I have a few #4 and snelled hooks witch I seem to ha e better luck with but having a lot of spit outs after long runsI have experimented for years: circles , trebles and singles of various sizes.
Fished Lake Oscawana in Putnam County yesterday in the -8 degree weather(brutal cold) thank god for my Mr. Heater and my Cabela’s tent. Had a lot of flags but only landed 4 yellows, 3 jumbo crappies, a pickerel and 2 cats. Today however went out on Cross River Reservoir in Westchester and limited out on brown trout by 9am including one just shy of 5 pounds and nabbed a few nice yellows, had to throw back 2 trout. Had about 6-7 inches of ice out there. Oscawana had almost 10. Here’s a pic from this morning
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Hit Sylvan lake today after work and got 3 rainbows and 6 crappies between 2' -10' down in 30 feet of water .Flasher was going nuts the whole time. As a bonus found a tip-up frozen solid since I'm guessing since sat lol. Still had a live shiner on it. Flag had name and number so it won't be hard to return. Flag was up and curiosity was killing me so had to drill it out and see.
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Nice rainbow! How thick was the ice?thanks and 4" - 10" Wasn't consistent but solid.
I have seen 10-15 guys using drills on the reservoirs over the past 4-5 years.As have I.
Wanted to head up to Lake Gleneida this week. Its about an hour away from me, does anyone know if it has safe ice?
Can you use a propane auger on Superior or does it have to be a hand auger or electric auger?
Has anyone ever fished Winding Hills Park? And do they charge you to get on to ice fish?
Anyone know how thick the ice is in the Carmel area? looking to fish this weekend
Harriman closed there lake this morning till Tuesday they said
yea that's Harriman for ya if the tourist would stop swimming in the lake they ain't supposed to be swimming in during the summer and drowning they wouldn't be so anal about safe ice used to be 4" is safe ice now it's 6" in both Harriman and Sterling....anyone herd about Sterling yet did they close ice also?I called yesterday and they said Sterling, Harriman, and Bear Mountain all closed
LONG ISLAND ICE FISHERMEN!!!! Could use some input..... Does anybody know where I can buy live minnows in Nassau County or Western Suffolk???? Want to fish Ronkonkoma but can't find bait !!!
LONG ISLAND ICE FISHERMEN!!!! Could use some input..... Does anybody know where I can buy live minnows in Nassau County or Western Suffolk???? Want to fish Ronkonkoma but can't find bait !!!
from the bait shop map link...not sure if still in bussiness
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=154985.0
Causeway Bait & Tackle
Owner Mike
They carry EVERYTHING for both Saltwater & Freshwater fishing. Nice Fresh Bait, too !!
3031 Merrick Rd, Wantagh, NY 11793
+1 516-321-0555
NYBasser any suggestions on a good public lake we could try in Sullivan other than Superior? Does anybody fish Kiemisha Lake? I’m not a fan of Morningside, does anybody fish Swan Lake?
NYBasser any suggestions on a good public lake we could try in Sullivan other than Superior? Does anybody fish Kiemisha Lake? I’m not a fan of Morningside, does anybody fish Swan Lake?
If I fished the private lake that he fished all the time I would be pissed. No need to take pictures of bass when it's that cold out, you see what happens to panfish when you throw them on the ice. NOT COOL DUDE!
Why does the Loudmouth measure frozen bass on the ice?
I totally agree, who gives a damn what you caught on a private lake? I guess some people need to try and boost their egos...
Especially measuring 8 to 9 inch crappies. Come on now. You should know better
I have so much line twist when I use a spinning reel and a pimple. Almost makes me want to go to an in-line reel. Once I get the jig in the water it’s
Spinning like no tomorrow .
Re "Line Twist"...... a lot of people don't know this, but mono line has taken a "set" when it's on the factory spool. It "remembers" this "set" when you spool it onto your reel.
TO REMOVE THIS LINE MEMORY..... after you spool up your reel, hold the filled spool under HOT running water in your sink for about 1 -2 minutes. This will remove the old "memory" and eliminate a lot of line twist.
HIGHLAND LAKES CONTEST FEBUARY 17 7AM-3PM
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It is good to see that there is some banter back and forth, it means that we all care/ passionate about the sport we love and the respect needed for the fauna we seek.
With that said, maybe a better way to handle the pictures of fish that are to be caught and released is with the help of a second person versus laying them on the ice. I have caught some fish that I wish that I had pictures of but was alone and did not to want jeopardize the wellbeing of the fish. Our sub zero weather with the wind DOES pose a significant risk to fish that are not released quickly back into their environs.
Don't believe me, go run a lap around the lake taking deep breaths through your mouth, your lungs and their gills are very sensitive to this harsh weather, never mind the freezer burn of the slime coat and living tissue of the fish.
On a different note. Anyone missing lots of gear? A friend of a friend story, supposedly came across a slew of ice fishing gear that was on swing bridge. Literally everything was left.
Only thing we could think was that someone went out set up their gear and they lowered the water while the angler was out there. Both SWB and Toronto have had their water lowered a good 10' the past week.
Hope the person is ok.
I came a across a bunch of tip ups one time that were still set up on a lake. I contacted the guy and he told me he forgot what he did with them because he had a few too many! That's scary....that does not seem like the case with SWB.
Red pimple with waxie, bouncing off bottom worked great yesterday.Nice catch Bluesail!
Way too much fun catching these 14" perch (fattest was 1 lb 5 oz) with 3 lb test...
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It is good to see that there is some banter back and forth, it means that we all care/ passionate about the sport we love and the respect needed for the fauna we seek.(https://s20.postimg.cc/mpmy6n8yh/unnamed_1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/image/mpmy6n8yh/)
With that said, maybe a better way to handle the pictures of fish that are to be caught and released is with the help of a second person versus laying them on the ice. I have caught some fish that I wish that I had pictures of but was alone and did not to want jeopardize the wellbeing of the fish. Our sub zero weather with the wind DOES pose a significant risk to fish that are not released quickly back into their environs.
Don't believe me, go run a lap around the lake taking deep breaths through your mouth, your lungs and their gills are very sensitive to this harsh weather, never mind the freezer burn of the slime coat and living tissue of the fish.
On a different note. Anyone missing lots of gear? A friend of a friend story, supposedly came across a slew of ice fishing gear that was on swing bridge. Literally everything was left.
Only thing we could think was that someone went out set up their gear and they lowered the water while the angler was out there. Both SWB and Toronto have had their water lowered a good 10' the past week.
Hope the person is ok.
I came a across a bunch of tip ups one time that were still set up on a lake. I contacted the guy and he told me he forgot what he did with them because he had a few too many! That's scary....that does not seem like the case with SWB.
Catching a fish with a hook is one thing. But when it comes out of the water and its wet and its negative degree wind chills you're definitely doing a number of the fish. Especially placing it on the ice so you can take the time to place a tape measure alongside the fish and get a picture. And an out of season small bass at that. This is retarded for anyone to say .......to each their own. Have some ethics here people. Have some sportsmanship. Glad to see some people still have passion and dont encourage certain stupidity. DEC would have a field day with some of you guys if they seen stuff like this
Just wanted to interject, if this banter is gonna get all "specific", then tipups with live bait are not considered "artificial lures" as per the DEC's website regarding bass regulations.
NYS DEC General Regs.
-A person may not fish for a species (even if immediately released) during the closed season for that species on a given water. Fish caught during the closed season must be unhooked and released immediately. They may not be handled for any other purpose.
-A person may not have in possession, or intentionally kill or injure fish other than the sizes specified and allowed for that species on a given water.
-A person may not possess, kill or unnecessarily injure fish in excess of the daily limit for that species.
-Any fish an angler catches and immediately releases uninjured will not be counted as part of the daily limit for that species.
Loudmouth, I can appreciate your point and sure your intent is not to have the fish that you are releasing endure unnecessary harm. But, the general regs which you reference and that I have above have a high degree of interpretation, at the discretion of the DEC officer and the practices of the angler. The numerous pictures of out of season fish don't help your case; reference bullet one and two. Secondl,I highly doubt the entire process is 15 seconds. Not looking for a argument or negativity, there is just a better way to ethically handle it.
Any idea how your friend did out on SWB? Heard the fishing has been shot since they lowered the waterIt wasn't someone that I know personally and the individual is pretty tight lipped with their personal fishing success. I have heard mixed reports of SWB from other folks. I personally have not been there yet this year, trying to learn another local lake that gets less snowmobile and people traffic. IF you do go, bring extra rope, good cleats and drill not to far from shore to check water level. The collapsed ice along the shoreline can be very tricky and dangerous to get up and down on.
Guys, dont forget about O&H bait shop in Chester. He sells bait out of his garage. Good bait and reasonably priced.
Landing a Brown Trout in 9 degree weather. It was laying in the water from cleaning the hole of ice. Went right in when the video ends.Hey Pooley!
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BGIII I was out also ,,, just jigging got into some perch and big smb ! Little snow early wasn't to bad .
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Thats a 33 oz water bottle LOL
@willie were you down by the island? I was up near the dam, there was one other guy near me he only managed a couple perch and a small brownie
Beautiful Pooley, that’s what it’s all about spending some quality time with your grandson. And catching a mighty fine fish to boot. (I hope I’m not wrong assuming that your fishing partner was your grandson)Not my grandson, just a friend. Thanks.
If I am sorry, but it’s still an awesome video. Thanks for sharing.
Anybody have a heads up on the parking lots of the state launches ...Swingingbridge...Wh ite Lake ...Superior ...Lake Huntington have these been plowed after the last snowfall ?
Both are private and you will be asked to leave by several groups of people or they will just call the troopers. I have been checked for licenses on both by troopers, so they don't mind coming out on the lake. Lake is fished pretty steadily by residents and weekend families. Back in the day it was not that big of a deal but not anymore, similar to the private lakes in Putnam county.
How much snow is on the lake up that way ?
Had a big gold rush on white lake today!!! During the summer I marked a few spots on my humminbird gps fish finder that looked to hold big eyes and did it pay off today!
We landed 2 huge chunks of gold! One was 28 inches and the other was 27 inches of pure gold and both where released to fight another day 😁 Yes I do have pics to prove we caught them 😁 We also landed a bunch of pickerel and jigged up a bunch of perch and everything got put back down the hard water holes.
Let the gold rush begin.127 paces out - 223 paces left 127 paces down - 223 paces right and start popping holes 😂😂😂
You should post those GPS #s!
That is awesome news :clap: :clap: :clap:... White Lake may turn into a walleye fishery yet ...was the parking lot maintained ?Yep the parking lot was plowed 👍🏻
Yep the parking lot was plowed 👍🏻
Hit cross river again this morning, landed 4 browns all in the 1 1/2 - 3 pounds range and 1 yellow. Even landed one of the trout on spawn sacs which I recently just started experimenting with. Bunch of guys out there this morning. Looks like it’s gonna be a nice weekend before the rain moves in so get out there!
NYC DEP has reopened West Branch Reservoir to ice fishing as of this afternoon.
any recommendations on depths to fish for Lakers and landlock hitting a lake tomorrow that has both and not sure how deep or we're to even start to look for them any help is a big help
Heading back up to Sullivan County tomorrow for my last trip of the New York season. Looks like its supposed to be nice and warm out tomorrow.
What's up with that? "My last trip of the NY season". The season has just started in all honesty and the ice is here to stay for a good month or two at this point. Just a couple weeks ago we were praying for safe ice and now it is here and you are done, **censored**????
Gam
BGIII, did you use salmon or brown eggs. I have always wanted to try brown spawn sacs in the reservoirs but never actually did it. Nice to hear!
Great day to be on the ice. Got a real nice smallmouth and caught my largest perch ever. Let the the bass go but kept the perch. Anyone know of a good taxidermist in the Putnam county area? Thinking about mounting the perch just shy of 15 inches.
@PLGoose Wildlife Taxidermy in Buchanan NY is good, he did a brown trout for me last year. Although he may be a little busy right now due to deer season just ending. His name isn’t Kenny 914-906-9501. Good luck
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Fished White Lake today, gorgeous weather but no real luck. Lots of chunky SM bass 3-4 pounds but nothing else. I did get to give the new Snow Dog tow machine a good workout and love it. Much better with snow covered ice then the last time with bare glass smooth ice. The dog goes fine on either with no traction issues but on the bare ice the towed sleds do not stay straight behind it. I will bet I could drag a half dozen sled shanties loaded with gear and never give it a second thought. I measured 9 inches of black ice under about 3 inches of wet snow. I fished in the channel between the two lakes just left out from the ramp in about 40 FOW.Hey Gam I think my wife and I fished close to you today. We got there around 9 and fished to 4. We fished the narrows . We ended up with 7 perch , 1 pickerel. It was a slow bite today . Guys fishing by us got a few flags but overall a slow pick today!
Gam
Hey Gam I think my wife and I fished close to you today. We got there around 9 and fished to 4. We fished the narrows . We ended up with 7 perch , 1 pickerel. It was a slow bite today . Guys fishing by us got a few flags but overall a slow pick today!
Is that machine you got have a camo front end?
on the 17b side of ya. We fished along what i call the old boat/dock launch probably 75 yds from ya. that machine you got looks pretty cool. I actually video you going down the lake on it, I seen when you let them guys use your auger.
Great day to be on the ice. Got a real nice smallmouth and caught my largest perch ever. Let the the bass go but kept the perch. Anyone know of a good taxidermist in the Putnam county area? Thinking about mounting the perch just shy of 15 inches.
Back to the Adirondacks where it's safe
Is the mahogony ridge fish and game clubs contest at highland lake for members only or is it open to the public?
Public check the contest thread for date/time
Thanks IceBalls, will look into that.
Possibly heading out on a Sullivan county lake Friday afternoon. Any updates would be much appreciated...I am not optimistic other than the cold nights to slow down the thaw!
Thanks IceBalls, will look into that.
Possibly heading out on a Sullivan county lake Friday afternoon. Any updates would be much appreciated...I am not optimistic other than the cold nights to slow down the thaw!
Rather-B...... I'm heading up to Sullivan County myself tomorrow (Thurs.) to meet up with "SquidBoy". Plan on staying until Saturday. Will most likely be on Huntington on Friday (ALL SULLIVAN COUNTY FISHERMEN INVITED TO JOIN US) usually in the area of the restaurant. Come on over if you're in the area. Did you have plans for a specific lake on Fri.??
I am not specific on the lake but I do plan to fish on Friday. I might prefer to do White Lake for the variety of fish but like most others it can be the dead sea on a wrong day. I never have fished Huntington.
Gam
Rather-B...... I'm heading up to Sullivan County myself tomorrow (Thurs.) to meet up with "SquidBoy". Plan on staying until Saturday. Will most likely be on Huntington on Friday (ALL SULLIVAN COUNTY FISHERMEN INVITED TO JOIN US) usually in the area of the restaurant. Come on over if you're in the area. Did you have plans for a specific lake on Fri.??ICEBALLS
ICEBALLS
I can't make it tomorrow, I plan on fishing Friday after work, but my buddy is going to try. His name is Nick, great guy and a real character. If you see a white civic that is him. He just picked up a Marcum LX 6 today and he is itching to try it. Good luck and be safe, I hate this inconsistent weather , it can really mess up the ice and the consistency of reports.
Saw a post on FB saying Echo lk contest (assuming Fallsburg FD) for Saturday January 27th...I cant confirm this via any direct links ...BTW Swan lks is usually the first contest of the season.
Do they allow ATVs on Huntington?
Gam
My outing last Friday on Huntington ...saw a small car enter down the launch and onto the lake ...across the lake ...ran around the eastern shore some ...then through the middle of the lake ...then out the launch ...Only sunnies and some perch on that trip BTW.
The Swan lake tournament can you use propane and gas augers out there or is that lake a electric only? Thinking about going to that tournament on Sunday and giving it a shot even though I've never fished it before 😁
Just wondering guys, I hear many people mention Swan Lake throughout the season, but can't find any information on access. Is it a private lake? Is there anywhere to access it?
From what im hearing the Swan Lake contest has been cancelled & resheduled for Febuary 25th !hmm, They have posted anything on FB yet. I made a post and sent a instant message asking.
hmm, They have posted anything on FB yet. I made a post and sent a instant message asking.Swan Lake FD responded on FB that the contest is still on for this Sunday.
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Loud Mouth nice Laker !
For you guy's fishing Lake Huntington out of the DEC launch...as mentioned in an earlier post, it is a very small lot , so keep that in mind when parking.
But also ...make sure you have your fishing license on you while fishing. I stopped in at The Sportsmens Den yesterday and they told me about one of their customers and friend , that was checked by a certain Conservation Officer while ice fishing on a lake in Jeffersonville, which is not far down the road from Lake Huntington. The fisherman did not have his license on him, but asked the CO if he could walk to his house,( which was 500 feet away on the lake,) to get his license....the CO said "No"...and wrote him a ticket which they told me was $250 bucks. The guy's at the Sportsmens Den said they thought and hoped it would get thrown out at court...but even if it is thrown out, still a pita having to go to court.
I sometimes like to leave my wallet with fishing license in my car when going out on the ice or river....but will think twice about doing that now....especially in that area.
I wonder if a picture of your license on your phone, or pulling it up on the DEC website would suffice? Still can’t imagine why he wouldn’t let him get it, although then of course you can’t leave your lines unattended if you’re using tip ups...
Looks like it’s the same concept as the Jawjacker or Automatic Fisherman but much more affordable
IceBalls thanks for the report on Lake Huntington outing glad some Ice Shanty members showed up to fish with you. Sounds like a fun day in spite of poor action . Hope we do not hear a story of someone in a vehicle breaking through the ice at Huntington before season ends this year . I would be leery of lake edges currently with warm weather and recent rains.The entry fee was $10.00 per fisherman
Fifield Outfitters happy to read there was a good turn out for Swan Lake contest . I have a few questions you can answer here in the open forum or send me a message.
what was the entry fee
where do you park
Is food/drink and live bait fish available for purchase
Do you have any phone number to call for information on the contest or just keep a watch on department's Facebook page next year and know contest is usually held on last Saturday or Sunday in January.
Steve
Good afternoon gentleman, glad to see everyone had a good weekend ice fishing. I’d definitely be willing to meet up with whoever is going to the Huntington tourney the weekend of the 18th keep me posted. On another note has anyone tried this HT Hookmaster in the link below? If so what are your thought?
https://www.thrillon.com/tag/ht-hookmaster-sure-hook-hookset-system
Fifield Outfitters thank your for your reply and the information . Guessing registration spot was by tennis courts of former Presidents/Stevensville resort.👍🏻
Steve
LETITBEPIKE
heres a link to info
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/61486.html
anyone been on Huntington or White lake? I was looking to get out there tommorow just wanna be sure the ice is still goodI was out there last friday on Huntington and the ice was good. I would have to say white lake is good to go also. we were on Swan lake sunday and there was 10 inches of hard water on that lake. Hope this helps.
anyone been on Huntington or White lake? I was looking to get out there tommorow just wanna be sure the ice is still good
Just drove around to White Lake, SB, Toronto and Kiamesha. Shorelines are fine on all except at in and outflows.
Gam
Forgot to mention....while fishing Huntington on Friday we met Fifield_Outfitters and spent the day fishing next to them. First time I saw a Propane auger in action, and actually they drilled a bunch of holes for us, relieving a couple of Septogenarians of a laborious task. Thanks a bunch guys !!! Incidentally..... Fifield are Hunting Outfitters & Guides....you should check them out when hunting season approaches....they have a very interesting program!!! And...HEY... Fifield....what are we going to do with all those HUGE fish we all caught ?????? LOLOLIceballs whatever you do don't and I repeat DON'T give out our gps coords to that hot spot we were on over in Huntington 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 that spot only holds little big fish 😂😂
Hey Gamalot, I don’t see many posts about Kiamesha. Do you know if there is good fishing there? Just wondering?
Thanks Gamalot, I just checked the DEC website for Sullivan county fishing. Kiamesha is listed as a lake to fish, so I would assume it is public. It just seems funny that that lake is never mentioned on this thread. It’s must be either really good and no one wants to talk about it or it’s a dead lake. I guess I won’t know unless I get off my *ss and go try it one weekend.
Hey hardwater, I was on that northern beach last Sunday with a wheeler, a couple of large chunks broke off but they held our machines. I'm glad this cold and cloudy tightened it up. We are possibly heading there tomorrow night for the crappies, Sunday more in the middle to jig up some perch. A neighbor broke down and got a sonar (he calls me 'jigmeister'), he wants to learn it better. Hope you got out today, the wind is howling now here in Orange Co...
Hard and Blue, I've been fishing for pannies and crappies hard the last few weeks over there away from the bucket crowd. I was last out there Tues afternoon for a few hrs. Ice was only 5" where I've been fishing in 16fow. Hope it held up for this weekend. I'm trying early tomorrow. I'll be solo wearing a long blue hooded parka near the island. Stop by.
Walleyes are in Swinging Bridge, Rio, Mongaup Falls, Cliff lake, Toronto, White Lake, Morningside, Loch Sheldrake and White lake. Not sure of who or how they got stocked in all those lakes but know for sure they are there.
Swinging Bridge, Rio, Mongaup Falls, Cliff lake are all connected so when you stock one really you stock all of em. I know way back in the day DEC use to stock swinging bridge and Mongaup but forget what years. I believe the year the dam broke they stopped stocking Swinging Bridge. The DEC website only goes back to 2011 with stocking information unfortunately so can't find that out. I know for certain they're in White Lake... someone catches one every year there during the tourney. Looking at the contour map for Morningside I would imagine the walleye that are/were in there would get caught pretty quickly since its small, shallow, and experiences some heavy fishing pressure.
Morningside is a bit perplexing with Walleyes. Seems more like a standard pickerel, perch, bass lake to me but I do know some eyes have been caught there. Where they go in the summer warm water is the real question because they like the cold water of around 55* just like the trout. All the others have 50-90 feet deep spots but I don't know how deep MS is.
Gam
I tried looking for the 10' of water but only found 6' max. Not looking to good for up coming contests highland lake and king of the ice. Warm and lots of rain.?? Jeff
Every contour map I look at shows 10ft so who knows. But things should refreeze at night the only issue is going to be Wednesday Thursday when its 50
I think the main reason they don't open the reservoirs WOH for ice fishing is because of the water levels constantly changing, it would be dangerous.
I belong to a club on the Pepacton and I observe the ever changing water levels. They draw off WOH to keep the EOH rezzies at a constant level.
Hi anybody check white lake or highland lake after this rain??? Jeff
Thanks again
Highland lake contest for tomorrow
From FB page
CONTEST IS STILL ON. There is generally 6-8 inches but there are also some thin spots, ATV’s ARE NO LONGER ALLOWED DUE TO THIN ICE
https://www.facebook.com/Mahogany-Ridge-Hunting-Fishing-Club-944741532276259/
TWhy not just mark off the thin spots and let the folks go play?
Gam
One word..... Liability
A friend talked me into going to King of Ice, ugh, I hope I won't regret it! :o
He even talked me into bringing my quad, stupid me?
3-400 people??? I'm used to having the ice to myself...should be "interesting".
Any hints on how to deal with crowds and catch a few fish? ???
Current plans are to be there early, but I bet most peoples will be too.
Planned on jigging with many different jigs, spoons and Swedish pimples. Tip downs at multiple depths...
Gary: I hate White Lake....never had a decent day there!!! Almost makes me glad that I have this head cold and didn't go there !! Have you heard anything about the Highland Lake contest?? Wondering how everyone did there and if there was a decent gathering of IceShanty.com guys ???
11.5" on Onteora. Not a bite. Getting out my open water gear.
Today could've been one of the last of an overall decent ice fishing season. Cheers to all!
They're saying March is going to be colder than average... if the ice holds up we should be good to go
Superior camera work Tom !!!
Who is saying that? The NOAA monthly prediction map has March running at a 30% chance for being above normal temperatures on average.
The 8-14 day, taking us to March 5th, is also around a 30% chance for above average.
Basically, they give me hope for quick open water and sadness for their being safe ice.
we fished both Highland and The King. In the Highland event we caught 29 pickerel and roughly 20 perch. We placed 2nd for perch in that event. The King event was a rough one , no one around us was catching crap! we started off hot as in the first 15 mins we had 2 flags and 2 perch came up the hole but no size to them. Our next real flag and not wind related came at 2 pm and up came a 21 inch eye : ) , we placed 2 in the walleye which made a bad day turn good. Overall 2 events and 2 seconds !
BlueSail,Browningboy4 thank you for you reports from King of Ice contest .I checked Times Herald Record website and see history was made yesterday at contest first Queen of the ice . Rae Mootz of Kenoza Lake (Sullivan county) took the title with 26 inch,4.27 pound chain pickerel .
While out on Saturday and Sunday passed several small ponds that had mixture of skim ice/open water those still iced over had grayish looking ice so remember your spud and safety gear if venturing out this week. Getting onto and off ice surface maybe a challenge.
Also a couple days back I inquired for info. on business called Sportsman's garage with some searching found address and phone number.
Sportsman's Garage (845)-627-3380 72 Third Street Godeffrey,NY. Bud Flanagan is owner.
Enjoy the President's Day holiday .
Steve
Gam,
So superior is done for the year, even with the cold lately? We were hoping for one more day there.
I was on generator power from Saturday morning until 1:40 AM last night. First Con Edison said the estimate was Tuesday night, but then they extended it to Friday! There was hope last night when I saw a bucket truck caravan drive by as I refueled the generator. It truly sucked for 3 1/2 nights
WPDH the radio station in Poughkeepsie?
Use to listen to them in jr and high school... :o
Holy cow, winter's almost here already. We've got winter seasons here on the saltwater, but I would like to try some hardwater fishing this year. I'll be watching the ice reports from down here on the coast. Good luck all.
Joe
We're getting close now... wondering if anyone has ever attempted a camera on any of the NYC reservoirs? Don't imagine it'd be worth it with our water clarity, but I've never tried. Anyone?
I believe it was two or three years ago I drilled a couple of holes the day after Thanksgiving...that pond has been iced over since last week, and unless last night's rain caused havoc, I will be venturing out Friday or Saturday to jig for some panfish. But on the other hand it was two or three years ago that I went sailing on a lake near that pond...one way or the other I guess.
Getting excited for the upcoming season.
Hi Guys.... nice to see the "Old Crew" is still active !!! Down here in Nassau County, the Striped Bass are jumping into the boat!!! Some pretty nice Blackfishing too !! The years are creeping up on the old IceBalls and pains and medical issues are factoring in these days. Don't know if I'll be able to hit the ice this season, but I'm certainly going to try !! As they say " The golden Years can Kiss My Ass" !!
Is this thread broken? Looks like a great week to solidify everything back up.Looks like you've "unbroken" it", and true dat, I'm hoping to get out Sunday morning; my local spot was solid this morning!
any safe ice in Sullivan county yet or ulster? starting to get the itch to drill a hole
Starting to get a skim on white pond & some of the surrounding reservoirs......finger s crossed
were does everyone order mousies from looking for large packs 100+ krutsons is out of stock as well as every site I've googled
Kbaez,Deweyicefish thank you for your reports. I'm assuming the higher elevation and slightly lower temperatures in Sullivan County were good for ice making. I stopped at Diamond Lake in Winding hills park (off of rt;17k in town of Montgomery Orange county) on Friday parts of the lake were still open water.
Steve
Sullivan county small lakes and ponds are primed ...cold calm nights and everything freezes up ...looking to be quite the warm up over the weekend and a week or so ...looks like Christmas day and beyond has some good ice making weather.
I got a chance to get out today...1st time this year 2 different lakes I went to morningside park & lake to superior ..how thick was the ice on superior vs morningside
the ice was clear on both lakes... A dusting of snow about 3"-3 1/2' of solid ice ...I managed to get 1 pickeral & 1 small perch .. checked out my gear
a fun day :icefish:
BlueSail...no perch in that pond have ever been caught by me or my posse ..but some nice sun fish and some awesome crappie ...but ya gotta sift through those slime darts ...well if you have 3" I.F/O your access I will bet down from you has even more ..now I may hafta switch gears/locations on Thursday .is that a private pond or public thats alot closer of a drive for me then sullivan county maybe interested in checking it out on saterday and do you park on the end of waywayonda ct?
is that a private pond or public thats alot closer of a drive for me then sullivan county maybe interested in checking it out on saterday and do you park on the end of waywayonda ct?
is that a private pond or public thats alot closer of a drive for me then sullivan county maybe interested in checking it out on saterday and do you park on the end of waywayonda ct?
Its in the state forest so it is public land. You can park at the end of waywayanda court and along the street as long as there is no snow. It is a dirt road and I don't think it gets plowed all the way down. Maybe we can meet up for a bit Saturday morning and tag team it.sounds good ima take a ride and check out the lake tomorrow after work. check out the lake and check the blades on my auger if all check out ill be there saterday in a black shanty with a few people stop by
sounds good ima take a ride and check out the lake tomorrow after work. check out the lake and check the blades on my auger if all check out ill be there saterday in a black shanty with a few people stop by
First ice locations for me in Sullivan county are private lakes/ponds ...after that its public lakes in Sullivan county.
Interesting, I tend to do the exact opposite, public then private as the public lakes are usually fished out after first ice.
I highly doubt the public lakes get fished out, the bigger ones I mean like SB, White Lake, Toronto and Superior. I do agree with die hard that first ice is best and the fish are more active. Then they seem to go into a hibernation of sorts right around mid February and seem to wake up a bit just before ice out. I do my best fish catching right at early ice out when the shorelines are open but the middle is still ice. Those fish were not fished out and more likely just taking a long nap and conserving energy in the deep cold not needing to eat that often.
Gam
www.vadosbait.com
Well, the link is good and they do have live bait to sell. So I placed an order, 500 Giant Meal worms for $14.00 which are in stock. Then I get an email explaining live bait must be shipped 2nd day air at a cost of $38-$40 plus the cost of the worms. Can't honestly blame this on the seller and I do appreciate being warned up front so I could cancel the order. This would probably be a much better deal if a bunch of guys got together and ordered 5,000 worms at a time and split them up after they arrive.
Gam
I have used JADA bait for several years now ..the shipping is included in the price...no meal worms though
https://www.ja-dabait.com/
Thanks HD, everything there is on back order also. It would probably pay for a number of us to pool together and buy in bulk but probably too late for this season. I have been involved in other Group Buys and it becomes a real PITA for the guy who does the order and then splits it up between the participants.
Gam
Then they seem to go into a hibernation of sorts right around mid February and seem to wake up a bit just before ice out.
Yeah the group buy thing is can be tough ..don't like to chase my money..just order for me and my buddy . Just place my yearly order ..hoping they aren't to far behind in delivery.
any reports on morningside or superior looking to head out tomorrow
Anybody know how the ice held up to the rain in Sullivan?Rainy Friday and foggy all day too (fog is tough on ice). 5 inches at my spot Thursday, five inches this morning when I checked. about an inch of water on top, warm out today, and not too cold tonight, I suspect some bad spots Sunday.
No something came up last minute so I didn’t end up going. I’m looking to maybe give it a shot thursday before the warm spell hits.
Hi. Thinking of heading towards Sullivan on Thursday. Anyone know if Superior has hardened back up? I know the rain and warm temps probably did a good amount of damage.
Hey y'all from the area, new on this forum. Was so excited with these cold temps and the lakes starting to freeze over, but this weekend is gunna destroy our ice unfortunately. 55 degrees and 2 to 4 inches of rain is gunna blow.
Welcome TLF, Actually it is pretty rare to be out on safe ice much before the new year around here. It certainly can and does happen but I have been fishing the hard water here in Sullivan county since the early 1960s and there have been very few years when good ice got here before Santa. YMMV and we all have our own definition of safe ice but if I had kept records I would bet there were more years that we never did get good safe ice all winter long than years we had it before the new year.
Gam
Well if Accuweather monthly outlook for January for lower Sullivan County is spot on.. should be out during the first 7 days …
https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/rock-hill-ny/12775/january-weather/4802_pc?monyr=1/1/2019
any reports on ice on morningside or superior?
Yesterday was the first night temps were under freezing after the warm temps and rain. I'd give it a couple days before the ice is safe again.
Anyone know of any ice close to Ulster county? All I’ve been able to find is Thompson’s lake in Albany county... 1 hour 40 min drive. Or long pong in Chenango County 2 hours 20 min...
Thanks diehard... do you know the ice conditions on north-south lake?
Hey guys updated my profile, also looking for that conditions and reports forum, cant seem to find it. Weather for January looks great, hopefully it stays as the forecast shows!!!
You need a DEP Access Permit and a NYS Fishing License. That's all.
NYC Reservoirs can be fished at any time of the day/night. Be careful down there, not even the smaller ponds here in Ulster County have safe ice, so it will be a while for the Putnam Reservoirs...Remember as well some reservoirs are restricted from ice fishing.
looks like open water fishing continues. damn rain and 50 degree weather. its ok. the walleye have been hitting good
Remember as well some reservoirs are restricted from ice fishing.
any safe ice in sullivan looking to head out possably monday or tuesdayYou won't get out Tuesday (probably). Monday night rain and the temps towards 50 on Tuesday. My son and I fished near Waneta this morning on a private pond and had three solid inches. We walked a little ways out on Waneta yesterday and it felt decent but did not drill a hole. Lake Huntington was an absolutely not yesterday. Good luck :tipup:
Also, are gas pockets present on every lake or do they only occur under certain conditions? I was out on cross river at least 10 times last year and don't remember coming across anything like that.
i looked in the conditions thread but couldnt find anything. i am coming up from NJ for a long weekend with the wife and kids was going to try for mid/late january and rent an airbnb on one of the privates lakes in wurtsboro. was hoping to not have to travel all the way up to lake george/vermont area and stay in sullivan county. should i cancel the plans and just go farther north, or re book for february? this weather is really terrible, i dont think we are ever going to get safe ice this winter near me :(
Winter is on a break till next Wednesday..after that it looks like temps will be good for ice making ..check Accuweather for zip code 12775 ..seems to be fairly accurate as opposed to zip code 12790 .Which lake ?
yankee. ive been checking the 10 day on accuweather for weeks now. i swear i looked at it a few days ago and the lows were 20+degrees lower than they are now.
i looked in the conditions thread but couldnt find anything. i am coming up from NJ for a long weekend with the wife and kids was going to try for mid/late january and rent an airbnb on one of the privates lakes in wurtsboro. was hoping to not have to travel all the way up to lake george/vermont area and stay in sullivan county. should i cancel the plans and just go farther north, or re book for february? this weather is really terrible, i dont think we are ever going to get safe ice this winter near me :(Problem is unless there is a foot of ice you can't plan two weeks in advance. You would have a hard time finding 3 inches today.
edit: thanks to whoever moved this here, i swear i looked for the sullivan county thread
Problem is unless there is a foot of ice you can't plan two weeks in advance. You would have a hard time finding 3 inches today.
Problem is unless there is a foot of ice you can't plan two weeks in advance. You would have a hard time finding 3 inches today.
You can plan 2 weeks out if there's 6 inches of ice as long as the weather cooperates... I have a trip planned for jan 22-27th for great sacandaga lake.... we've had it planned since before xmas and they were not fishing it then. A few people have been on it between xmas and now though. Heck you could fish now if you're willing to travel up north. They've been fishing Schroon for a while now.Well sure as you go north it gets easier. This year with no Ice right now in Sully, I'm not sure I would plan to come here in two weeks. I'll head north soon as the winter chores are a little closer to done. Good luck on your trip .:tipup:
I'm not sure I would plan to come here in two weeks.
You can plan 2 weeks out if there's 6 inches of ice as long as the weather cooperates...
ICE FISHING CONTEST: Just saw a posting on FB for an ice fishing contest sponsored by Swan Lake Hose Co..... Jan. 27 on Swan Lake (assuming there's ice). Check in 6 AM.
Anyone have any info on Lake Louise Marie in Rock Hill? (species depth etc)
I believe its catch and release...has lots of dink perch ..but that was some time ago. Access is private.
Anyone have any info on Lake Louise Marie in Rock Hill? (species depth etc)
Hardwater might know about two other lakes I have always wondered about. Wanasink allows fishing by association owners and guests but I have no idea what they catch.
Back in the late 60s and early 70s I worked at the Concord and I know for sure they put trout in Kiamesha and allowed guests to fish for them. If the guest caught some fish they would even cook them for him. I have no idea what they catch there now but I do see guys fishing it all summer and sometimes on the ice. If the trout are still there they can't be kept in ice season because of the regulations but I would love to know what fish they do catch and how deep that lake is.
Gam
Thank you Mr clean. Going to check on some ponds Friday. Any requests?
Yes. That's one I was going to do. I was out there before we got all this rain we had 5" at that time.
I fished superior on Tuesday on the side closer to 17b there was 5 inches of ice but the shoreline was shot we were able to get on but you might want to bring a plank with you just in case the edges dont stiffen up with all this wind as for fishing nothing great bunch of small perch and pickerelI would have NEVER guessed that. good for you to venture out!
I would give them a try ...all three lakes.. I haven't seen many ...if any on the lakes around Emerald Green ..so not much winter pressure...add electronics to that mix could get a good handle on it in short order . As for Wanasink lota pickerel..not certain any trout ..been told there is a 30 foot spot .. some scrappy small mouth.. nothing of great size but good eaten size/fight.
I hear there's nice crappy on that side. Never finished it. How is the walk dragging a full sled?the walk wasnt to bad but make sure to wear tall waterproof boots it is a bit muddy
I fished superior on Tuesday on the side closer to 17b there was 5 inches of ice but the shoreline was shot we were able to get on but you might want to bring a plank with you just in case the edges dont stiffen up with all this wind as for fishing nothing great bunch of small perch and pickerelGood to hear! Anyone know if it's kicking up better? Was thinking about heading up to superior or another lake in that area Saturday or Sunday if it's solid, I've driven up to the adks 3+ hours each way twice in the last 3 weeks and I'm not doing that again lol
I'm going to go Friday. If it's not windy... At least I'll check it. Going up to Tupper lake on the first. My first time going.Appreciate it, I'm about an hour 15 from the area so I cant actively check or I would. Good luck on tupper, I fished west caroga the other week and grafton state park last week and both places really destroyed me, barely caught anything.
nice smitty. Have the skis now have to do the rest. did you come up through the skis with lags?.. yes 3" lags that i recessed into the bottom of the skis
Good evening or should I say early morning, Loudmouth879 thank you for all the work you do with the NY. badges each year may you and your friend have a great time fishing.
Catskills welcome to Ice Shanty and the Southern NY. thread in the NY.Reports & Conditions forum there is a thread for Big Pond in Delaware county last report on ice conditions is from last Friday (1/4) states only 2 and a half inches at that time. Given the remoteness of the place I suggest taking a buddy in case anything happens cell phone reception might not be great.Over the years that I've been on Ice Shanty most reports state fishing can be hot or cold once in a while someone would post a photo of a 18 inch or larger trout but not common .
Need Ice,Hard water Diehard my thanks to both of you for taking scouting trips in Sullivan county.
Folks I suggest giving bait shops a call before heading out this weekend think there will be a rush of people heading out to fish with this colder weather. Be safe and good fishing to all of you.
Steve
I have a buddy with a place on wanasink, they have been making an effort to keep a population of trout from what I hear (hopefully accurate rumor). He's heard people saying to kill all of the smallies they catch to help the trout LOL. Only if they realized how good smallies taste ::) Those smalls fight there! love catching them in the summer on senkos
I grew up around here and haven't heard much about lake louise marie, but I am sure you can find some good spots. I never see anyone out on the ice or boats for that matter. I fish Yankee Lake and this past weekend was tons of open water. Extra windy up there today
Anybody know about big pond? Thinking a little further north will be better.
i was going to book an airbnb with the wife and kids for a weekend on yankee this month. the weather was so bad though we are pushing back to Feb. any tips for yankee?
i was going to book an airbnb with the wife and kids for a weekend on yankee this month. the weather was so bad though we are pushing back to Feb. any tips for yankee?
Big minnows in the shallows for pickerel ...move out if no bites...make some pickled pickerel you wont be disappointed .Are you familiar with the bait shops in the area ?
i think im good with bait, we've been up in that area a few times and stopped by toms and sportnuts. im all ears though if there are better options. stayed on a pond in forestburg one summer which had great crappie/perch/pickerel action and yankee early last spring but it was too warm for ice and too cold to bring the yaks with kids (my boys are only 3 and 6). im really just looking for some panfish action to keep them interested. will setup tipups for something large but everything is going back.
the long weekend airbnb trips we do on water are really just 25+ year reconnaissance missions for our future retirement home. we stayed at a place on bomoseen this past summer, so far that lake is #1 on my list, but these private ponds in ny are also in my top 5. ideally i cant wait to GTFO out of NJ and buy something small in upstate NY or farther N near lake george/vermont.
Which small pond in Forestburgh? That's where I am. I don't know much about Airbnb but if you can search for places I would try Lake Devanage or Highland Lake in this general area. Both are private but both have some good fishing and I think Devanage has some nice trout. I grew up and cut my ice teeth on Masten Lake and we owned and operated the old public swimming beach called the ML Casino. Not there any more but it sure was a special place to grow up.
Gam
on google maps its just listed as forestburg pond, its by the intersection of 42 and 48
Hello everyone. I don't need to post this because others have already.. I checked five places and all had open water at places. But I think. Surperior on 17b side might be ok by Sunday. But long walk not for a person with lots of great.
when you say superior by 17B side are your referring to the trail you have to walk thru the woods to access the lake or chestnut lake thru the swamp?I always came from Puckyhuddle. Is there a way through the swamp?
any ice report for Sullivan looking to get out tomorrow morning. thanks
pictures of the smitty sled i build anyone add anything to there they reccomend
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I was thinking of heading out tomarrow ... just was wondering if there is any snow on the ice?? :icefish:
I like to give people some distance 200'....
good day on the ice...careful out there lots of open water and thin depending on the body of water from what notice today scouting and fishing.
Question: lifespan of a transducer?
My LX& transducer died this am!! >:( of course it could not die in July....yeah I know
What has been your expereince with lifespan?
tight lines
so ill start the debate how close is to close for some1 to set up next to you on the ice when your running tip-ups?
ways out yet ...I will take 6 inches ..enough for dragging .
https://weather.us/model-charts
Lake Devanaugh, up near Highland Lake does contain Trout but the Homeowners Association does not allow you to keep any.....all must be released. My buddy and I pulled about 20 of them thru the ice in three hours last year.
Does anyone know if there's walkable ice on White Pond in Putnam ???
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Good weekend up at N/S Lake. 10". Saturday was slow, my friend and I only managed 5 short picks, a small largemouth, one yellow & a pumpkinseed. Lots of marks but not feeding. Yesterday was the opposite with plenty of active yellows & seeds, short picks & this good 22"er (thanks for the pic Dave!). Saw plenty of nice largemouth pulled up yesterday as well.
Checked Chodikee & Berean Park in Highland last night and only 2.5". Will check Louisa on Wednesday.
If anyone has any specific safe bodies of water to report in Ulster/Sullivan County, please feel free to post or PM me.
Gino
KB, where did you see close to 100 other fisherman? Was there a contest? Never experienced that.superior and no contest
I was there and we thought there was a tournament at the north end, never saw so many guys up there. Earlier quote.
Yup, mention something on here just a little positive and the area gets bombarded. Not just a particular body of water, but in this case, an area of the lake. Yoi.
had a guy jigging 6 feet from one of my tip-up didnt bother me just curious. close to 100 people on the lake yesterday so its bound to happenIt's bound to happen but you know people push it. I always figure if the spot meant that much some one got there earlier good on them. More than once the guy who moves on finds a jem somewhere else. Hope everyone is catching. My son and I Hammered the dinks tonight.
Many of the bait shops here in dutchess don’t have bait yet, and don’t expect it by the weekend.
Where are you getting it locally?
Kiamesha IMO is in a state of Limbo at present. It was always a part of the Concord Hotel property and private property. However, when the Concord property was purchased and planned to become a part of the new casino property those plans went south pretty quick. One fellow purchased that portion of the property and the existing Monticello Raceway owners purchased the other half where the new casino now stands which also encompasses the old Monster golf course. The partnership fell apart shortly after the old hotel was torn down and the footings for a new building began being installed. That fellows name is Capelli. I suspect he still owns the property but missed the boat with the financing to continue building and the company that owns the new casino wants nothing to do with him.
I do see guys fishing on the ice and from shore and in small boats and have never seen the authorities hassling any one. That does not make it OK to fish there but plenty of guys do. You are on your own if you decide to try it. I would love to know the details about the lake, how deep it is and what fish tend to be caught.
Gam
any ice report for Sullivan looking to get out tomorrow morning. thanks
pictures of the smitty sled i build anyone add anything to there they reccomend
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i have the sled cover that comes with the sled i use as long as it dont blow away into open water like my last cover end of season last year it works well
kbaez, I like the sled mod! I would make a fitted cover to keep all your gear dry from the snow and elements. Years ago I made a hinged bench seat along the length of the jet sled. Two purposes, I used it as a table for my stove/coffee pot or I would use it as my jigging seat. two less things I had to drag along(seat, portable table).
I fished last Saturday for a few hours on a popular Sullivan lake with about 10 other peeps.. Drilled about 20 holes and moved around but couldn't shake the dink perch. Gave up. Tip up guys seemed busy.
Good luck this weekend...
got out today in sullivan and caught a handful of nice crappie from 11-13 inches, fish were pretty finickynice fish.you sure are long way from home
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nice fish.you sure are long way from home
To all thinking of fishing this weekend who would be traveling from Westchester county, NYC and Long Island or Northern NJ. I suggest staying home and visit this thread during the coming week for reports. Here is a Hyper link to Spectrum (Time Warner Cable ) website once on the website click on New York and the Hudson Valley. Latest map has part of Sullivan and Ulster counties receiving 12-18 inches of snow from Sat-Sun. storm, Orange and Dutchess counties 6-12 inches also will be periods of sleet and rain. Currently coating of snow on vehicles and ground here in New Windsor may see 2 inches by time this storm ends later today. Saturday's storm is perdicted to start in the afternoon and last until Sunday afternoon /eve. Winter Storm warning from 12 PM sat to 8 PM sun. for most of Orange county.
www.spectrumlocalnews. com (http://www.spectrumlocalnews.com) also can try weather underground type in town closest to lake in the search bar www.weatherunderground.com (http://www.weatherunderground.com)
In my experience , right before a big storm is the best fishing . Saturday should be a great day .
NY Basser congratulations on the crappies. :clap:
Kbaez look for my post on page 348 for Jan. !5 contains info. and phone number for ranger station of Winding hills park Town of Montgomery (Orange county) lake in park was closed when I visited depending on snow it may be open for fishing next week end.
Steve
got out today in sullivan and caught a handful of nice crappie from 11-13 inches, fish were pretty finickyNice Basser. Was out last night very picky eaters.
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Looks like rain on Wednesday... will knock down any snow we get but will also create a slushy messMaybe the wind this weekend will blow some of the snow off ;D
Westchester and Putnam waters locking up. Plenty of hard water this weekend. No need to travelwhich one? i called the crossriver bait shop and He told me maybe 2" of ice
Had some awesome fishing today right before the storm hit. Iced a bunch of slab crappie with a couple over 12" and the majority of them around 11-12". Had some short flurries, but the fish were finicky and biting light for the most part.dont" tell me ,that it was on long island
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Fished Superior today. Had a lot of action on the Marcum but could not get the darn things to bite. I iced one sunny all day. Caught a few perch and one decent crappie on tip ups. Was fishing with kbaez, his crew caught a decent amount of perch and bluegill.lots of action steady bite threw out the day came home with a mixed bag of 36 fish off superior photo taken mid day about 115 or so
Kbaez also iced a really nice catfish!
Tried everything they did but No luck. Okay I’m done sulking, I’ll be out tomorrow to try again weather permitting.
Good day hope everyone is weathering the storm alright. Congratulations to all of you who got a fishing trip in before storm arrived nice catches of fish. NYBasser I'm also curious did you fish on Long Island or get up early and drive to the catskills or other area upstate of your home.Kb thank you for the report on Upton Lake. I saw your post in the Bait Shop map thread sorry to hear Shot Shop is out of business. Besides Dutchess/Northern archery in red Hook what other bait-tackle shop still exist in Dutchess county.
Light snow still falling here in New Windsor and winds have increased their speed. Be careful if traveling today.
Steve
Hardwater Diehard thank you for posting info. on Mahogany ridge contest. If things have not changed entry is $20.00 per person,$50.00 per family(wife,kids) . You receive one dozen bait fish and can enjoy the lunch served during contest.
Kb I live close to Ceely's believe they close for the Winter. I will try and stop there this week and let you know. I have an older book that has list of bait shops in south eastern,NY. It list a D's Sport and Tackle on route 55 in Pawling was this same place as the Shot Shop. (3144 route 55 Pawling ,845-855-1520 hours Mon.Thurs. 3 PM-7PM, Fri.-Sun. 6AM-6PM ) The book is from 2015 so place may not exist .
Steve
Big wave in mahopac and cross river are the only places I know of that have bait and are still open.
You need to take out a second mortgage to buy bait at Cross River. What a rip off. Better of getting your own.
Big wave in mahopac and cross river are the only places I know of that have bait and are still open.
To all who maybe interested I was able to contact the current chief of the Swan Lake,NY. fire dept. Their annual ice fishing contest is coming Sunday Jan. 27TH starting at 6AM. Entry fee is $10.00, bait fish ,hot drinks available for purchase, Register for contest at tennis court of former Stevensville/Presidents resort . If you are traveling on route 55 from Liberty after crossing over the lake make first right turn (Briscoe Road) just past Golden Swan motel . The tennis court is a short distance up this road on right side of the road.I heard from a few people that they were kicked off of swan lake. I am sure the Fire department arranged something, but has anyone else heard this. Something about new owners?
Steve
I know it is a little out of the way but I drive to Candlewood Bait and Tackle in Danbury, Ct (exit 5 Rte 84). Certified shiners are about 1/3 the cost of NY shops. They have all kinds of bait and all the tackle you could want. Worth the drive to me.
That’s where I went last year, and will be my future bait shop.I didn't realize you could use bait from a different state. I wonder if P.A. is the same.
Candlewood bait and tackle is a good shop. They are reasonable and if you buy a big bunch, he usually throws in some extra bait.
How are ice conditions on west Branch Reservoir? I heard people were fishing it, but is the whole thing locked up? Any input appreciated.
I know it is a little out of the way but I drive to Candlewood Bait and Tackle in Danbury, Ct (exit 5 Rte 84). Certified shiners are about 1/3 the cost of NY shops. They have all kinds of bait and all the tackle you could want. Worth the drive to me.
has anybody checked ice on swinging bridge or toronto reservior?can anyone tell me where to park at swinging bridge, looking to get out on north end.
50 and rain on thursday :-\
Does anyone know ice conditions at the Diverting Reservoir. Will probably drive out there on Friday after work.
Saw guys on 17b side of White lake Thursday.
I drove all around White Lake yesterday and saw no signs of activity since after the snow. The public launch area is not plowed and no sign of fishing on the north west side or the 17B side yet. Not sure but it might be the fire company who decides when the ice is safe and sends the town to plow the launch.
Gam
Was the launch at SWB plowed ? If not I was advised you could contact the DEC Region 3 and notify them if any public launch was not plowed..they have private contractors for hire that sometimes need a careful eye. You can contact them since you observed the unplowed conditions.
http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/558.html#region3
Thanks DH, I just called and spoke with the director of operations and he is on it. SB is a real mess from guys driving into the unplowed parking area. White lake was totally untouched with a big pile at the entrance.
Gam
Good know ...I contacted them several years ago with similar concerns via Email and they were very responsive and problems resolved ...anybody know the conditions of the Lake Huntington P/lot ...that's one that often gets overlooked
I drove all around White Lake yesterday and saw no signs of activity since after the snow. The public launch area is not plowed and no sign of fishing on the north west side or the 17B side yet. Not sure but it might be the fire company who decides when the ice is safe and sends the town to plow the launch.Yeah I'm not talking sign, I physically saw two guys fishing tip ups and all Thursday. They were right out in front of the Firehouse, Which seems like one of the last places to freeze. The kaneaunga side freezes first. Not many people got out I don't think.
Gam
Yeah I'm not talking sign, I physically saw two guys fishing tip ups and all Thursday. They were right out in front of the Firehouse, Which seems like one of the last places to freeze. The kaneaunga side freezes first. Not many people got out I don't think.
Good evening. Beachwoods16 i don't know who currently owns Swan Lake but as you may already know the former boat launch on route 55 has been blocked off and sign stating no parking or fishing private lake . there are similar signs on Briscoe road I assume whomever owns the former Stevensville resort property probably owns most of Swan Lake. There might be a few local residents who have lake front property and have lake access rights.(https://i.postimg.cc/F7Snvf33/Screenshot-20190123-202432-Gallery.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F7Snvf33)
Stealthcraftjet welcome to Ice Shanty on the same road the state access for Swinging Bridge is located on is the Starlite Marina you maybe able to park there and get onto the lake for a daily fee.
Gamalot thank you for the reports good to know dam access on Toronto is open to public at one time there was a battle going on between the developers of Chapan Estates and some local group over that access spot. If anyone chooses to access Toronto via the Muscoe road access I suggest sticking to the right shore line as you walk out to main body of the reservoir . By the parking area is the in flow coming from Black Lake and ice might be thinner due to current. Also on there is one spot on the route 55 side of the reservoir that is closed to public fishing rights owned by a sportmens club. (BLACK LAKE is PRIVATELY OWNED)
Be careful folks see a few threads here on I.S. of people and vehicles going through the ice out in Indiana . use your spud and have a buddy with throw rope at the ready. Might be wise once you reach area of any lake you plan to drill holes and fish to first walk the area and check with spud. I know a fellow who was fishing in Dutchess county a few years back driiled a couple moved to drill another hole and broke through while holding the auger thankfully with help from a friend he was able to get out of water back onto ice surface.
Can someone please be so kind as to post location of woods trail access to Lake Superior or send me a personal Message with the information.
Safe travel and good fishing to all heading out this weekend.
Steve
Loud,
I had a feeling that was you yesterday afternoon. I hope you fished my holes for the crappie you were looking for. If you see my sitting on my blue pail, next time say hello.
Rich
Are there any public access points on Greenwood?yes,from the village
State access at White Lake is clean. Didn't go on ice. Fished Lake Huntington this afternoon. Good shore ice and 8-10 inches around launch. Marked a few fish and jigged two 20" plus Pickeral I put back.
Yes Lake huntington lot is fine.
Is the parking lot plowed at Lake Huntinfton? Thanks for the Lake access updates.
Yes Lake huntington lot is fine.
Any updates on ice conditions for Westchester/Putnam ?
Hey just a heads up to anyone parking on the side of the road to get onto Superior. I received a ticket from the fine patrolman of the town of Bethel. Ticket was for parking on roadway. Parked as far off the road as I could without plowing thru the snow bank that was created by the plows. Ticket is a $100 fine. I guess if you can get your vehicle entirely off the road you can park there. If any part of your vehicle is on the road you will get ticketed. The fine officer even took pics. (Written on ticket). has this always been an issue at superior and ive been lucky to not have received a ticket prior or has this new. did think it was weird when i showed up this morning and there was no other trucks roadside this morning but did t think anything of it since there are no signs stating no parking
There was at least 2 other lucky winners today!
Be careful
Hey just a heads up to anyone parking on the side of the road to get onto Superior. I received a ticket from the fine patrolman of the town of Bethel. Ticket was for parking on roadway. Parked as far off the road as I could without plowing thru the snow bank that was created by the plows. Ticket is a $100 fine. I guess if you can get your vehicle entirely off the road you can park there. If any part of your vehicle is on the road you will get ticketed. The fine officer even took pics. (Written on ticket)
There was at least 2 other lucky winners today!
Be careful
Hey just a heads up to anyone parking on the side of the road to get onto Superior. I received a ticket from the fine patrolman of the town of Bethel. Ticket was for parking on roadway. Parked as far off the road as I could without plowing thru the snow bank that was created by the plows. Ticket is a $100 fine. I guess if you can get your vehicle entirely off the road you can park there. If any part of your vehicle is on the road you will get ticketed. The fine officer even took pics. (Written on ticket)That sucks like i said i've been parking there for years and have never had any problems maybe this is a new thing like kbaez said there isnt any no parking signs so it should be fine to park there i'm not sure if you've parked there before or not but i apologize if i steered you or anybody else wrong
There was at least 2 other lucky winners today!
Be careful
anyone check or fish Cromwell in monroe yet
been fishing it last few years never had and issue first time ive herd it was private
done decently good sized perch and crappie very few slime darts I've seen iced there
anyone check out SWB yet? Probably not safe but just wondering how its shaping up.
Spent all day jigging at Boyds Corner Reservoir, was solid 7-8 inches white ice everywhere, edges safe. Tried on dropoffs, bays, off points, a few marks following but no luck. A few others were out there with tip ups but i didn't see much going on
I fished it Saturday and then tried again Sunday but couldn't get on. The edges are really funky, it is still dropping from all that rain. Beyond the edge there is 7 inches of ice.
Had a small window of action this morning where I got seven small gills in span of ten minutes out of the two hours I was there. Many lookers but few takers.
Anyone have any experience on sylvan lake? I heard a story about a 10 pound brown being caught there… wondering if it's worth a trip
anyone been on swinging bridge or Toronto Lake in sullivan county yet?
Goodmorning. I'm a newbie. Moved to Dutchess county (Lagrange/Poughkeepsie) 2 years ago from the Binghamton area, and hoping to finally get out on the ice this weekend with my kids. Any suggestions for a smaller pond/lake with decent access for the kids (ages 8 and up) and I to pull the sled out and set up the hut. It is their first time getting out, so i'm hoping to make it a fun time and have them catch something....anything. I was looking at
Also, I did some research and I'm striking out on finding a bait shop in the Poughkeepsie vicinity or anywhere for that matter.
Thanks
Goodmorning. I'm a newbie. Moved to Dutchess county (Lagrange/Poughkeepsie) 2 years ago from the Binghamton area, and hoping to finally get out on the ice this weekend with my kids. Any suggestions for a smaller pond/lake with decent access for the kids (ages 8 and up) and I to pull the sled out and set up the hut. It is their first time getting out, so i'm hoping to make it a fun time and have them catch something....anything. I was looking at
Also, I did some research and I'm striking out on finding a bait shop in the Poughkeepsie vicinity or anywhere for that matter.
Thanks
Thanks for the advice! That White Pond looks perfect to try out, and it's in the same direction for me as the two bait shops. And that's exactly it, just want to get them hooked by showing them a good time, the first time they go.Go to Candlewood Bait and Tackle for your bait. About 1/3 the cost of NY shops for certified shiners and always helpful. Exit 5 off Rte 84 east, maybe 10 minutes or so from NY line but well worth it.
So does anyone have ice thickness reports for the east west and middle branch reservoirs. And bog brook reservoir was thinking about trying bog brook tomorrow morning :tipup:
Does anyone know how is the ice on Greenwood?
Thanks in advance
An ice reports on cross river titicus. Or any of the westchester county reservoirsFished Lake Gilead today. 10" measured where I was. No trout, 1 small pickerel.
Go down route 35 about 4-5 miles towards 684 and cross river sportsman is on right about 100 feet before route 121. If u pass deli on left u went about 1/4 too far. They are located just off cross river reservoir
Thoughts on how the next week of temps above 40 is going to affect the ice?
Thoughts on how the next week of temps above 40 is going to affect the ice?
Fished a lake in ulster county today. 7 bass biggest one was about 8lb. 2 picks. A 15in crappie and a 14in perch. 7in of ice with about 6in of snow on top
Anything that melts today will refreeze tonight, anything that melts tomorrow and Tuesday will refreeze Tuesday night, anything that melts Wednesday will refreeze Wednesday night, anything that melts Thursday and Friday will refreeze Friday night... In the next 5 days there's only 2 nights where it doesn't get below freezing. It shouldn't hurt the ice that much. It will be the edges that get hurt the most.weds to Late Friday night is gonna crush the ice in Putnam and Westchester let alone the rain!
What a weekend! gills and crappies on Sat evening. Gills were loaded with grubs. Sunday we caught fish and then some. My 7year old caught his first walleye 5lbs 24 3/4 inches. He also had several big pickerel and a nice largemouth. I had a big smally and a 20 inch eye. We threw back a lot of smaller legal pickerel. I am going to figure out the picture thing this evening and post.great job beechwoods 16...sounds like you and your boy had a lot of fun !
great job beechwoods 16...sounds like you and your boy had a lot of fun !Thanks Choo Choo
Does anyone know the access situation on Lake Louisa Marie and Wanaksink Lake in Sullivan County?Lake Louise Marie and Wanaksink are both private. No public access.
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My son is seven. This is his fourth year on the ice. Now of course I do a lot of leg work but he told me where to drill his holes, set his own depth, and set the hook on every fish yesterday. Also I will admit to sticking my whole arm in under that eye ;D
My son is seven. This is his fourth year on the ice. Now of course I do a lot of leg work but he told me where to drill his holes, set his own depth, and set the hook on every fish yesterday. Also I will admit to sticking my whole arm in under that eye ;D
Was on Yankee Lake over the weekend, ice was 10"-16" thick. How are you guys feeling about the weekend? Wonder how the edges will do
how was the fishing? i might be going up to yankee in a couple weeks staying in a house on the lake. after this weekend it looks like it will start getting cold again, at least at night. will be with my family so 10" of ice sounds great. i dont want to have to bring a board with me for the edges though.
I caught a 4-5 pickerels and 1 dink perch but as a disclaimer, I am brand new to jigging. In the past I mainly used tip-ups but this year trying for panfish. This weekend coming up will my first with a new flasher I got this week. Hoping it helps me locate the fish. The lake doesn't get fished too heavily so I am guessing it is an untapped resource, I just need to figure it out. The depth in the lake varies drastically and lots and lots of structure. Hoping some more time on there will help me figure out where they like to hang out.The sonar will greatly improve the jigging game. Good luck. :tipup:
The sonar will greatly improve the jigging game. Good luck. :tipup:
thank you. Been binge watching youtube how-tos all week. Excited for sunday.
I caught a 4-5 pickerels and 1 dink perch but as a disclaimer, I am brand new to jigging. In the past I mainly used tip-ups but this year trying for panfish. This weekend coming up will my first with a new flasher I got this week. Hoping it helps me locate the fish. The lake doesn't get fished too heavily so I am guessing it is an untapped resource, I just need to figure it out. The depth in the lake varies drastically and lots and lots of structure. Hoping some more time on there will help me figure out where they like to hang out.
good info thanks. im going to be with my wife and kids, youngest is only 3 so i dont think we are going to venture very far from the house. i was planning on just going out there, setting up the shelter, drilling some holes and setting up tipups. then maybe venturing around the lake to jig with my 7 year old. just looking for some action. we'll be on the SE shoreline area. for electronics i use my lowrance FF same one i use on the kayak and put a ducer on a ram ball arm. if the ice is 16" thick i may need to rig up something slightly longer tho LOL
I am actually on the South shoreline close to "Sandy" landing if you are familiar. That cove is where we saw the thickest ice by far. Closer to 8-10" thick the closer we got to the little islands/big island. The edge likes to melt in front of the house due to the storm drain and some springs, fingers crossed tomorrow's cold locks it back up.
Next year if all goes as planned. The new casino will open the indoor water park and are supposed to have a kiddy ski and sled hill in the plans. I think the Holiday Mountain area has a small hill for the kids but I have not been there in years except to pass by it a few times a week. Things sure have changed over the years. As kids growing up in Wurtsboro we all had Flexible Flyer sleds and Toboggans and knew the hills but I just don't see the kids playing like we did even though the hills are still there.
GaryL
we were up there in early spring last year. it was a last minute thing and the water was waaay too cold to be in kayaks but too warm to support any ice. didnt do much fishing at all and not familiar with any local terms other than whats on google. do you know of any "non private" hills for kids to sled on? im going to need to find something for the kids to do when we're not on the ice. the little ski places are a no go because of mininum height requirements, which my 3 year old wont make.
catskills…..if you have a dual beam transducer for fish finder, make sure you play with that a little as well.
Very general rule shallow = larger cone or angle, deeper= smaller cone or lesser angle....there are times when that is not true, steep shoreline , thick weed bed with openings, suspended fish...have fun learning, it is a game changer!
adjusting the gain and target size will also provide you with additional customization
when you want a fun challenge, bring it to a big lake like lake George and you can really see how awesome they are! especially when a 15' thick school of smelt go under you with lakers below them!
Mamakating park between Wurtsboro and bloomingburg is a great place to go sledding. Great memories there as a child. Just need a refill on snow
thanks a lot guys. the weekend of feb 23rd is looking better and better. than god we didnt pick this weekend.
Does anybody know how the ice is at Swinging Bridge Reservoir after all this warm weather🤔
careful on any general statements about ice conditions...I can think of three very distinct bodies of water that have FLOW and will be impacted significantly more than a pit lake...ie swb...has lots of flow compared to Huntington which is essentially a pit lake. ..handle the conditions with care and drill often to test..our saving grace are the forecasted cold nights.Well said. White Lake would be a place I might look for ice too. I was going to do the Morningside contest with my son but before Ice conditions the negative wind chill is stopping us.
I made pickerel fish cakes for the fist time. They where awesome.
YouTube getting the y bones out...delicious fish!
Friends grind and make patties, need to have a very fine grind...
Definitely going to try this
I filleted them and got most of the y-bone out. I then coarse ground them with the other ingrediants, added some flour and bead crumbs and there you have it. I ran breads through the grinder to clean and added that too. The one thing I would do differently is squeeze some water out of the potatoes. Next batch will be pickled as I like that as well.
Got out on Yankee lake yesterday afternoon, not a soul in sight. Beautiful day out there. Managed 2 small pickerels and a few missed bites. Still new with flasher and jigging but learning.Once your used to it you will be able to check your bait on your tip up and know if it is still alive in most cases! good Luck to all those heading out today :tipup:
Got out on Yankee lake yesterday afternoon, not a soul in sight. Beautiful day out there. Managed 2 small pickerels and a few missed bites. Still new with flasher and jigging but learning.
Hows the ice on white lake looking to try fishing it for the first time this weekend any recommendations on location to try or public access?
how is the ice holding up? and the edges
ice holding up good! Few snowmobilers were out as I was coming in yesterday. As mentioned, I would just avoid any inlets like the one drain near Sandy landing. Always iffy there.keep in mind that was yesterday. theres been a good warm up with melt. I live about 7-8 miles from there and the melt here is flowing strong! just be careful walking on and hope you can still walk off come the evening...
Fished White lake today, fished about 75 yards left side of boat launch water depth 12-25’. Didn’t, get a bite, no marks on the flasher. I have a question: is there any fish in this lake? If there is, where are they hiding?
Good luck to you guys fishing king of the ice tournament tomorrow. My guess is if you catch one fish you may win. Lol
I thought Yankee Lake was private?
ill be up on yankee tomorrow afternoon and all day saturday. sunday looks like a bit of a disaster maybe ill make it out in the am. i'll be the guy with the red eskimo shelter trying to stop my kids from releasing all the bait, and trying to convince my wife she doesnt need to wear a pfd, stop by for a beer or 3!
29” channel cat not what you exspect to come thru a hole fishing for perch with a pinhead on a tip-upBoy you had a good day before that fish. Congrats! ;D
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anyone know how the ice is on Lake Huntington I'm thinking about giving it a shot in the morning
Does anyone know the condition at Sylvan Lake?
Plus, what would you fish for that you would eat? yuck the Wallkill! unless you are strictly catch and release.
Big pond has been like that the past few years. Too much pressure and too many fisherman keeping every fish they catch. I pulled up around 8 this morning and already saw 15 cars so we did the trek up to little pond. Had the pond to ourselves and got 2 baby trout and a few decent SM bass that all lived to bite again. That walk up is a killer for these old legs but what a gorgeous place and I will never believe they stock it the same as they do at BP. I had a great day with some pals at White lake last weekend and finally found a few good trout there. Had a good bite between 9 and 11 and then it turned right off for the rest of the day. SB and Toronto have been horrible all ice season and we never even attempted getting out on either.
Gam
Hey Gary,
I tried to drive up to Little Pond not long ago. The first gate is open, you drive up the hill, and the 2nd gate is locked. About how far is little pond from the 2nd gate?
Miles
A mile up hill? Yeah I think I’m gonna have to skip that one!
hit yankee lake yesterday trying a few new areas and got skunked. Couldn't get bait yesterday so was just jigging. Ice was anywhere from 8-12" and even 14" in one of the coves.
4 or 5 bait shops close enough to Yankee! Tom's in Fair Oaks, Sportsman's Garage in Cuddebackville, Sports Nuts in Rock Hill, Farm market on 17B across from Wyde Lumber and Agway in Liberty.
Gam
Tipup28/Gino you are putting in many hours on the ice and catching many fish this season congratulations.
Gamalot glad you had a younger friend with you on the trip to Big-Little pond area to help with the dragging of gear any reason you did not bring your Snow Dog with you on this trip.
Best to all still ice fishing remember the seasons for walleye,northern pike and chain pickerel close this Friday the 15TH. Please keep aware of changing ice conditions with the warmer weather we have been having lately.
Steve
I don't do Book Face but got a message from a friend about a couple guys fishing White Lake and catching a real slob Brown over 29 inches and over 10 pounds. Probably not a fish story because I know they are in there but very rare to hear of one coming through the ice. Should be on the Sullivan county conservation site.
Gam
https://www.facebook.com/SullivanCounty.ConservationClub/photos/pcb.3177306892295466/3177301312296024/?type=3&theater
May be this will work
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YUP! Thank you, What a beautiful fish.
Gam
Released?
Hello all. Hope everyone had a good year. I know that this isn't the place to ask. But I don't know where to ask it. Was thinking of going to check on my boat this weekend on the roundout. Just wondering if anyone drives by it and knows if it's open yet.. thank you very much.
Thank you. And good luck to the guys that fish for trout . Anyway now. :-)
Hi Guys (Hardwater / Gamalot).... glad to be back!! Was up in your neck of the woods for Opening day of deer....sat in the woods for two days....saw nothing....heard very few shots. Cold enough to be ice fishing !!!Some local ponds had skim ice. Good Summer down here on LI....ocean fishing was HOT - HOT - HOT!!! Still catching big Stripers on the troll.....Blackfishing coming on strong right now !! Looking forward to seeing you guys this Winter..... we should think about an IS group fishing day. No better way to get re-aquainted, have a cookout, catch some fish !! Keep in touch !!!
Does anyone know if they will allow the electric drills on the reservoirs this season?
Been using my KDrill in CT but would love to poke some holes in NY...
Hey guys, All the skim ice is making me itchy. I talked with a fisherman on white lake about a month ago. He said the dec had just stocked eyes 20 mins. earlier. 6-8 large nets of fingerlings. Stocking guy says they do it every year! Soooo they are in there and being re stocked. Hope all are well and getting ready for a fun and safe season.
Oh yeah, Nice going Basser!!!!Thanks!
I believe the Walleye stocking is done by the Sullivan County Conservation Club ..the DEC still stocks trout
I know the club stocked. I wonder if the club gets them from the state. Nys raises millions of walleye fry and hundreds of thousands of fingerlings annually. I have lately heard people get down on White lake about the lack of eyes.
https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/23285.html
I know the club stocked. I wonder if the club gets them from the state. Nys raises millions of walleye fry and hundreds of thousands of fingerlings annually. I have lately heard people get down on White lake about the lack of eyes.
Not sure where the walleyes come from ..most likely one of the NY state wide hatcheries ..I can not find anywhere on the NY DEC website where the DEC stocks walleyes in White Lake..and you know they would take credit for it if they did ..but that site is notorious for being nearly impossible to find what your looking for .
Looks like the DEC stocked 1600 Lakers in White Lake per year from 2011-2018 ..in the spring of those years and have been regularly stocking Rio with Walleyes since 2015
https://data.ny.gov/Recreation/Fish-Stocking-Lists-Actual-Beginning-2011-Data-Len/9hpx-asd8
So when does everyone think were going to see say four inches on the typical "first spots"?
Any sale going on for flasher particularly vexilar 8se
Past few years my first time out in Sullivan is always around the week of the 20th in Dec.
Just want to wish my fellow SENY Ice Shanty Members a Happy Thanksgiving. Safe trips to all who are traveling this holiday.To you as well Steve. When you look at the extended forecast A few degrees lower than expected and if the snow and rain Stay off the ice you could easily see 4 inches by 12/20. I know guys who had 4 inches last year around the tenth of December on some small local ponds. Of course it didn't last.
Steve
I had high hopes we could have safe ice by the week between Christmas and New Year. Looking at the predictions for this week with 40-50 degree temps and rain will probably shoot us down. Small ponds might still make some ice but very doubtful the big lakes will.
I switched last year to the Milwakee Fuel drill and my old SM Lazer auger on a Clam plate and will never go back to the old gas augers. Love the Clam plate set up and with sharp blades on the Lazer auger it eats ice like butter. We drilled over 40 holes in 6-8 inches with the 5 AH battery and still had plenty of juice for more.
Gam
Hello, good to see folks returning to Ice Shanty. Between work and some health issues have not gotten out fishing. I did learn of two ice fishing contests last Winter both are out of what I consider the SENY area ,one is for youth and held in Tannersville,Ny. (Greene county not far from Hunter Mtn. ski area) the other is in Columbia county. Once I get more information on both of them will pass it on to whatever Mod. is running the contest ,derbies, tournaments thread this season.
MJD3561 here is an Email and phone number that should get you the info. on electric drill usage on NYC water supply reservoirs . 1-800-575-5263 , ([email protected]
Steve
If you are referring to NYCDEP east of the Hudson River reservoirs, the DEP has implemented quite a few rule changes this past year, one is permitting the use of electric drills to cut holes.
They also banned smoking and vaping on NYCDEP property.
https://rules.cityofnewyork.us/sites/default/files/adopted_rules_pdf/rec_rules_final_approved_by_law_5.21.19_for_city_record-final.pdf
Look at pages 3 & 7 for the 2 rule changes I mentioned.
This weekend guys?? ;D
Has anyone check superior or SB yet
Hitting first ice this weekend best of luck and be dafe anyone hitting the ice
Is the law still 7 item either all til ups or rods of your choice or did it change again i e been told and asked alot by fellow fishermani only see in the dec booklet 7 items
Go to the source
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7917.html
Is the law still 7 item either all til ups or rods of your choice or did it change again i e been told and asked alot by fellow fishermani only see in the dec booklet 7 items
Has anyone been able to check Superior in the last day or two?
I’m looking to get out there Saturday or Sunday. I’d hate to drive an hour for nothing.
Any report would be appreciated.
Also does anyone from this group ever venture up to Oneida. I have never been and it was always on my mind. Is it Worth it?
Where do you park and put in at Oneida? Name of town or boat launch to park at?
When you say get on the fish and limit out I am assuming you mean Lakers, correct?
Gam
Where do you park and put in at Oneida? Name of town or boat launch to park at?
When you say get on the fish and limit out I am assuming you mean Lakers, correct?
Gam
Think they are referring to walleyes..there are several state launches/access north and south and west side ..Sylvan beach on the east and Apps tackle on the north side as well ..several private mariners are scattered all over I believe ...The Onieda diehards thread is jammed packed with information ..good read from beginning to end ..Reading through the pages of Schroon lake right now as I am headed there late Jan. Ice shanty is awesome for finding out info on a lake you want to try out. You even can get a feel for historically what is happing with a particular body of water.
The extended forecast around here looks terrible. I have bad feeling I won't get out at all this season. Maybe once or twice very late. Time to start jigging off the side of the boat I guess.
Last year got off to a rough start..this year seems similar ..always be safe and hit it hard when it begins again . Snow is the great enemy ..this year its predicted to be stormy ..not sure that means more snow overall or a lot of little storms .
https://www.wunderground.com/history/monthly/KMSV/date/2019-1
Guys were fishing that little pond across from Wal Mart in Monticello yesterday.
If the pond you are talking about is Kiamesha Lake, they just pulled a body out of there earlier this week.This pond is right at the intersection/entrance to wal mart and anawanda. It's a puddle. I cruised by the boat ramp on White lake about 1:15 pm. Was that you in the grey truck?
So, I drove around to Toronto and White Lake yesterday and both are locked up with no open water I could see out in the middles. I did not drill test at either body. SB still does have some open water in a few spots close to shore but looks locked out in the middle. 6:25 here in Forestburgh on Friday morning with 37 degrees and raining.
Gam
This pond is right at the intersection/entrance to wal mart and anawanda. It's a puddle. I cruised by the boat ramp on White lake about 1:15 pm. Was that you in the grey truck?
NOPE, Dark blue 4Runner. Did you step out to check ice thickness?No it was a no brainer to stay off.
Fished Superior this morning. About 5” of ice with lots of water on top. Drilled 8” holes and they were probably 9” when I left around noon. I think we are done with safe ice for at least a couple of weeks. May have some safe ice by the end of the month.Glad to hear someone got out!
Stay safe out there, no fish worth dying for!
Do any of you guys ever fish Toronto Reservoir? Tried a few times in the past and never caught much but it seems like there should be some decent fishing there. Any tips? Plan to give it another shot this year.
some safe stuff in Sullivan just have to look for itI have a pond 300 yards from the house. usually the last to freeze. It's frozen and 3 inches. A 1/4 mile away a pond that usually freezes first is wide open no ice. I wouldn't doubt if where on white lake before a lot of other lakes. Crazy year. Sun, wind and current are a bigger deal this year than most. Good to see snowfall amounts come down.
Pretty sure the Chain pickerel state record is held by Toronto still. I don't think they ever held it for eyes.
It's a shame they don't restock Swinging bridge. The Walleye fishery there was great. They spawned in the mongaup as well. I think the only place with conditions they were stocked where they could reproduce in the county.
From some of the stories I've heard through the years following the re fill of S.B. a hand full of guys decimated them in the water that was left during the drain. Total shame.
Hello everyone I know the colder weather has increased the "Ice Fishing Fever" in many of us please be cautious if scouting or fishing this weekend. The coming snow will hide any ice that has formed or that was left after last weekend's Spring like temperatures making it harder to see problem spots.
Also thank you for the info. on Walleye did not know they were in so many Sullivan County lakes.
Have a good weekend may no one see any problems from the Coming storm.
Steve
Any ice reports before the storm come with the snow
Superior had open water and guys fishing. White lake had 4-5 inches as I walked out. But it had a few holes of open water on boat ramp side. Shore ice super sketchy on Lake Huntington. Lake Huntington will be very unsafe as shore ice is anywhere from 8-20 feet out from shore.
Gamalot for a number of years part of the profits from annual Hurleyville fire dept.-Town of Fallsburg Division for Youth ice fishing contest were used to purchase walleye for stocking in Morningside Lake .I have no idea if this is still being done and if the walleyes took to the lake.Yeah thats what I thought Tom superior is usually thin by the launch anyway at least from my experience, I just wanted to see if anyone had anymore updates. I'll probably lake hop around tomorrow wherever I find safe ice and go from there. Weather is looking tremendous throughout the early part of this week though for ice to form more
Skylands27 If I'm reading Beachwoods 16's post correctly people were getting on Superior before the storm but some areas of the lake were open water. White Lake had 4-5 inches of ice and some holes on the boat launch side of the lake. Depending on how much snow the Bethel area receives it will be harder to see any open holes and other problem areas. If you make the trip be cautious and don't forget the ice picks,spud and throw rope.
Steve
Beachwoods16,Skylands27 thank you for the reports.Every time ove fished there I park at the beach and walk from there.... except today. If any of you guys decide to try superior, be cautious. Like was said earlier by the launch was all open water. We walked down the trail to the lake and at the edge, it was only an inch of ice, we couldnt even get on there. Someone before us had footprints in the snow and sled tracks on the ice leading from there and had broken through the ice a couple feet out (only a foot maybe of water but still). I guess they managed to get their sled out there then crawl out of something but it was too broken up for us to even get on. We walked all the way back towards the road and then cut through the woods to where the marshy grass area is to the right of the path, and there the ice was thicker right up to the bank and was completely safe. Out in the middle of the northern end of the lake was an easy 5 inches all over, but as you wandered back down toward the boat launch it slowly crept back up down to 4, 3 inchesish so we didnt fish there much. If any of you on here decide to go tomorrow or in the very near future, go out by the marsh then walk out, you'll be safe, the trail I'm not so sure. Bite wasnt tremendous, some perch but incredibly finicky bite and 2 pickeral on shiners otherwise a rough day. I was just glad to get on some safe ice. When white freezes better I'll probably be back up there to try there but that did not look good today. Much of the lake was frozen but there were large areas of open water scattered all over, definitely didnt want to risk that. Stay safe guys! Thanks for all your help with ice reports, I hope this helps any of you going out this week!
Skylands27 glad you found a way to access the ice at Lake superior so it was not a wasted drive from wherever you live in northern NJ.
I recommend using the parking lot at Lake Superior and not parking on the side of Dr.Duggan road and using trail to get on the lake. I remember someone posting last year they got a ticket for illegal parking.
Have a good holiday weekend good fishing if heading out today or tomorrow.
Steve
Hi hope everyone’s ice season is finally starting to kick off... I have a generally question which might be kinda dumb but I figured I’d ask... if a local lake has 3” of ice and the high today is 42 with a low of 22 will that ice be affected at all by tomorrow? Plan on trying to get out tomorrow and feel good about the 3” but If we lose some of that might not feel as good about it...
Hi hope everyone’s ice season is finally starting to kick off... I have a generally question which might be kinda dumb but I figured I’d ask... if a local lake has 3” of ice and the high today is 42 with a low of 22 will that ice be affected at all by tomorrow? Plan on trying to get out tomorrow and feel good about the 3” but If we lose some of that might not feel as good about it...The ice is not going to be that affected because there is not a lot of time above freezing most of the water on top will refreeze overnight. If you have any snow on top you wont be affected at all. I would use your judgement when you get out there and use a spud bar as you never know if there is a spring or the day before there might have been a bunch of ducks. My biggest problem with fishing these temps is when the ice melts on top you might get soaked from kneeling on the ice. :tipup:
Superior how much ice? Looking for a good bubble for my engel bait cooler any recommendations?
I did notice a few guys on white lake of the boat launch not sure how thick the ice was thothe day it snowed there was a good 4-5 inches. There where holes though, With a spud you could probably feel your way around.
Fishing tomorrow morning, I love Mondays. How thick is the ice there?about 5” when we left
Gam
Fishing tomorrow morning, I love Mondays. How thick is the ice there?
Gam
Hey Gary - did you make it out on Superior today? What are the conditions like?
Miles
Went to the other place where we fished last year but higher up. Ice is still pretty weak IMO but had a nice day with pals. We still need a week or two with bitter cold and no rain or snow before thing get set up the way I like it. Other buddies fish Superior and do pretty good with perch and crappie and a few slime darts that are decent size. If they are not after Trout or Walleye I stay home.
Gam
Hi everyone. I’m new to texting here, mostly reader) also fairly new to ice fishing. Gamalot could you tell me more about Wolf lake, is it open for everyone? Another question about superior lake, is it safe to go there yet? Thanks, can’t wait to get out on the hard water.
Thank you for the answer! I’ll try Superior lake on Saturday, as i remember there is access from boat launch.
Last Friday went to 7 lakes park and sterling park to see lakes conditions. All of them had ice but most of it was about inch-inch and a half. Also planned to hit swan lake tournament, but it was cancelled. Hopefully we will have some cold days this year, still.
Thank you for the answer! I’ll try Superior lake on Saturday, as i remember there is access from boat launch.
Last Friday went to 7 lakes park and sterling park to see lakes conditions. All of them had ice but most of it was about inch-inch and a half. Also planned to hit swan lake tournament, but it was cancelled. Hopefully we will have some cold days this year, still.
LetitbePike happy to be of some assistance to you,thank you for updating your profile with location. i don't know your fishing plans but here are two lakes in Orange county you may want to visit I have not been out scouting lately so no idea on ice conditions. In the town of Monroe on Lakes road is Walton lake this is a special regulation trout water ice fishing is permitted check DEC website for all the regulations small DEC access spot on the lake maybe parking for 10 cars. If you head towards Sullivan county get off of route 17 at exit 116 make a left turn at end of exit ramp your now on route 17K in the town of Montgomery is Winding hills park main body of water in this park is Diamond lake(40acres) yellow perch,blue gills, sunfish and large mouth bass. County park similar ice thickness deal as Sterling forest phone numbers for ranger station and closest bait shop to this park are below call to see if lake is open for fishing.
Winding Hills park ranger station (845)-457-4918 Tom's Bait shop (8450-733-4642 small mom-pop place from route 17 exit 116 make a right at end of exit ramp take route 17K to intersection with route 17M in Bloomingburg make a left the shop is on prosperous Valley road a right turn off of 17M give them a call for directions once on Prosperous Valley road you will see sign for shop in front of house shop is in garage.
If you go to the Forums page once logged in and scroll down the page you should see New York reports& Ice conditions forum in this is a topic/thread titled Small Waters southern Albany-Greene(counties) last report for North-South lake is by member Tipup28 here was there on Sunday(Jan.26TH) reported tricky shorelines and 4-8 inches of ice on the lake with water on top at that time.
I'm sending you a personal message with info. on another lake in Ulster county if you are not sure how to see the message post here and I or hopefully some other member will give you directions.
Stay safe and good fishing to you.
Steve
They just had to rescue a couple of guys on North South lake to !
Anybody have a condition update on Highland Lake in Eldred? Going up for our annual family trip, and just wondering if I'm packing my sled and gear or not...
Anybody know if the Barryville Sportsman is still in business and selling bait? the phone number is disconnected and I'm also looking for ice reports for the Eldred area. Thanks, Lou. ;DUnfortunately they closed very sad
Has anybody fished north/south lake? Was wondering if there is still safe ice up there!
Looks like the Morningside contest is still on for this weekend ..
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I never really had an opportunity to get out locally this season, and I just did not have the time to make a trip up north.Very sorry to hear that, can get out in Yak now if you probe around n have a dry suite
I never even took my ice gear out of the attic.
At least I will get out on the kayak early this year, Ice out should come early
Very sorry to hear that, can get out in Yak now if you probe around n have a dry suite
I know I'm being optimistic, but the 10 day weather forecast is Sullivan County is looking pretty good.Ten day don’t look that good idk what forecast your looking at good to be optimistic but we usually have ice out late February every year lately if you can’t remember once thaw starts it’s hard to reverse be safe out there
It ain't over!!!
Anyone make it out this morning thinking big pond will be my best bet tomorrow? Since im pretty confident superior is not safe
I'm sorry Kbaez the correct phone number is (845)-439-4476. I was at the shop in late December and was given the hours I posted from the shop owner's wife. I see the hours listed on the link provided by Hardwater diehard list shop hours as 9AM-6pm daily so everyone should definitely call before planing a trip from some distance to be sure they are open when you will be arriving in the area.
Hardwater diehard if there was a prize for South Eastern NY. member of the year you would get my vote you are a credit to this website with all the info. and help you provide to other members.
Steve
Beachwoods16 the overall higher elevations of the Catskill Mountains due play a roll in ice formation usually a five degree difference in temperature between Monticello and Newburgh.You and I know it because we spend a lot of time here. But It can be so dramatic that Lake Superior will be open water and Mongaup Pond, Little Pond, Big Pond and the like will have 4-5 inches. Wanetta as well can beat Superior by a couple of weeks. I've been meeting people coming out of out of Jersey and south N.Y. and P.A. who have no ice.
Steve
This season is by no means is average ..I have watched my local lake go through numerous and various ice conditions in a 10 day period ..good year to buy and use a spud . Some great deals on gear can be had now ..including spuds and chisels .Maybe I'll look for a lighter spud. Of course thinking of making one too.
Maybe I'll look for a lighter spud. Of course thinking of making one too.Lol go with sticks and throwing heavy rocks always a sure bet
Lol go with sticks and throwing heavy rocks always a sure bet
Anybody fishing eldred area yet?Yet? I was on ice there in December think you missed it bud
Hey hardwater dh, I have not met you out on the ice this season :(
I was at my local hole yesterday afternoon, still 5 solid inches. The most I saw this year was six, so held up well so far. Caught one keeper perch, some bass and slimy b@ast@rds. My shoreline was good but we saw some bad spots on the sunny side...
Yeah today's weather will put a small hurting on the thickness, but we will be out again Sunday!
Anyone heard about a tournament on Wolf lake this Saturday??? Thanks
I'm not sure if the contest is open to the public, we never fished the contest.
We only fish there once a year from my friends property on the lake.
Wolf Lake fishing, even the contests, is for members only.Never fished the bashakill. How is it?
Guests must fish with a member present.
Lands are posted and patrolled.
We fish White Lake, Swinging Bridge and the Bashakill when they are safe.
Bashakill is moving water so I don’t think ice is safe so be careful there are panfish bass pickerel and bowfin in itI knew a guy as a kid 70's early 80's that would trap the bashakill in early December. He walked and set traps all the way around and then come back threw and pick up. That was his Christmas money!
Good evening since it was a nice day I took a road trip drove by the Swan Lake Fire Department message board by the fire house said contest scheduled for tomorrow (Sun. Feb.23) is canceled. So if anyone had plans of attending the contest you will need to find another location to ice fish. I did not check ice conditions at any lakes. (sorry) My road trip was through western Ulster county and part of Delaware county there is still a few inches of snow on the ground in the Arkville area of Delaware county and western Ulster county. Drove from Big Indian to Grahamsville (Sullivan county) also snow in the Frost Valley YMCA camp area.
Have a safe and good Sunday everyone.
Steve
you happen to pass the pepacton a little up the road from arkville? is she open yet April is fastly aproaching
I drive over the shavertown bridge every morning and it is ice as far as the eye can see in both directions. Most of it froze during those few cold days last week.Thanks for heads up soon very soon we’ll be out there bud you hear about new proposed trout regulations maybe opening up my stretch of river north of reservoir to fishing past oct 1...
Anybody know if Swinging Bridge, Toronto, or White Lake are safe? Thanks.Zero chance try superior opposite end of launch bring waders to try to get on
I never went out in orange county or Sullivan county this year because I didn't think it was safe enough. I like to have at least 5 inches of ice before I go out. I took a trip up to Sacandaga last weekend. 13 inches of ice up there. I caught 1 16 inch walleye on tip ups. Theres a 3 day contest up there next weekend called Food & Fuel contest. Starts Friday. Walt
(https://i.postimg.cc/kRqSNNcF/signal-2020-03-03-195619.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kRqSNNcF)How much ice did you have? And congrats on a nice fish!
Probably my last time out this season.
Try the shoreline on the north side closest to the main road if you are in a boat.
Lots of lakes in lower Sullivan County are gin clear ...for me it means white spinner baits ..and dark colored Texas rig worms . I am curious as to the depth of LLM ..Wanasink Lk has a good population White Bass and Smallmouths to boot ..not certain that would hold true for LLM ..I mapped some of Wanasink via my Garmin Echomap ..its has quite a lot of depth changes with a good portion of 25-30 plus fow . Will you be fishing with a depth finder/flaser ?
I have a hummingbird fission' buddy that I won that I usually bring along with me when fishing new water... its pretty basic I just use it for depth but it does mark fish but not sure on accuracy.... one day I'd like to get the open water ducer for my LX-7 but that will come after I get seats for the jonboat lol
Loudmouth879 I would have thought that the lake would be deeper ..was it void of any visible stumps/structure ? How were the lily pads and other vegetation?
Been meaning to try white lake last few years but never made it, been sucking it up and making the trip to George and Otsego. How's the lake trout fishing at white lake?Yeah probably won't catch a laker,(but you might), and there is a nice mix of fish there. I would love to hear about your ventures upstate.
Well delaware you hit it right on the spot, me and my buddy decided to look around for ourselves and found a spot in Sullivan where the original black ice sank and the slush on top froze. Total of 5-6 inches with 3 inches of hard white ice and 2-3 inches of hard black ice. Super fishable, ice was booming all day long.
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Hello new member here. My name is Walt. I live in Orange county. Hope to get more time on the ice this year. Good luck to everyone.
pike AND musky in that little pond?.....
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE ! Lets all hope & pray for some good & safe ice all the way thru March ! Walt
pike AND musky in that little pond?.....Looks like North lake to me. That is the only lake in the catskills with tiger muskies. North south lake freezes early because of the elevation
I drove past Rio yesterday and not a drop of ice on it except in the cove just past the public launch. Waiting to hear some accurate reports from White and SB before I even think about fishing. I would bet Morningside has ice but not sure how thick it is. Small farm ponds are the way to go for now but better days are coming if this cold front sticks around.Lol! That makes my day brother!
I would suggest we don't talk too much about all the fun we will be having soon. If Cuomo hears about it he will be closing ice fishing down too!
Anybody fishing fourth lake yet?
That's prob a question for the northern ny guysGood point. I used search function and it landed me here. Trying to abide by the rules and not post in general NY threads
Anybody fishing fourth lake yet?Haven’t heard about fourth but lots of other lakes in the area have 5-7”
Is anyone Fishing jn Dutchess and Ulster l County? I’d love to know just to get on the ice. I don’t wanna know about your honey holes.
CAN ANYONE TELL ME WARE I CAN FIND SAFE ICE TO FISH IN SULLIVAN COUNTY NYGood look, take a spud
It’s getting very frustrating. We are so close, but so far...
Superior had open water and people fishing on ice! Anyone ever fish Chestnut Ridge? It is behind Superior and is a walk from Puckyhuddle rd. I used to fish it a bit and it was rich with panfish and pickerel.It’s got ice if you want to walk not picked clean like superior tho hopefully the walk keeps it that way superior has more ice on it then you think
It’s got ice if you want to walk not picked clean like superior tho hopefully the walk keeps it that way superior has more ice on it then you thinkIt looked like Superior had good ice where it had it. Lake Huntington was probably fishable on the "school side" where the ice has stayed. Just not enough by the launch. Wonder if no gas augers applies to chestnut?
It looked like Superior had good ice where it had it. Lake Huntington was probably fishable on the "school side" where the ice has stayed. Just not enough by the launch. Wonder if no gas augers applies to chestnut?Rip the gas can’t see anyone bothering you, message me on how you make out up in there
Hi everyone. I have a question about live bait. Has anyone been stopped by DEC officers asking for a receipt for their live bait? I'm a little confused on the regulations. I was thinking about buying some bait in bulk for the winter from a tackle shop that I like to use near work in Connecticut and would be keeping them in a stock tank at my house. I read that the bait must be certified and a receipt within 2 weeks. If i buy the bait in bulk it would be for the season so closer to 1-2 months. Just trying to figure out if it's worth buying in bulk and if a receipt from the bait shop would be sufficient or if it's not worth it because of the regulations.It's the law so you're always taking a chance. I have asked and they haven't wanted to see it.......and then they have also asked for it. It's a chance.
-Goose
I have not fished Superior in a couple of years but every time i was there I was always asked to see a bait receipt by atleast 1 or 2 DEC officers that were walking around checking !You don’t even need bait at superior there’s no fish anymore regardless ;D ; was north tho close to vt yesterday and they can’t bring there bait they bought in vt back over they where gunna dump it into lake I took all the shiners long story short
Weather looks good once we get through Wednesday Thursday and Friday.... ice will be here soon!
Looking to fish either north-south lake, morningside, or Lake Superior tomorrow. I’ve never been to any of them. Would anyone be able to recommend one over the other as far as general production goes? Would like to chase flags all day and maybe jig a few perch or crappie upTry north/south we generally have decent days. Decent perch and pickerel will keep you busy
Went to mangaup and waneta. Mangaup had 5 inches. Be careful on waneta. it was not uniform. Anywhere from 2 inches on up to 6. Happy fishing!I pass through there a lot during deer season. There are big patches on Waneta that stay open a little longer. It seems more like springs than methane. Thanks for the update. Thanks Diehard for the contest info.
I thought Waneta was private ?It has public access . Towards the spillway. There is handicap access as well.
Can anyone verify how much rain fell last night in Monticello.
Can anyone verify how much rain fell last night in Monticello.I can tell you that ice wasn't bothered much. Was out on a public lake this morning 5 solid inches. I would absolutely use caution, but there is ice to be had. A few bass and that was it.
I can tell you that ice wasn't bothered much. Was out on a public lake this morning 5 solid inches. I would absolutely use caution, but there is ice to be had. A few bass and that was it.
Does anyone know if ice fishing is allowed on Rondout reservoir and Ashokan?
https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31426.html
Nice day. Couple gills, couple big pickerel, and a big largemouth. People are out and fishing. Hope you all enjoyed as well.
Plan on trying white lake for the first time on hard water tomorrow. Going to go out from the public launch. Anyone have any tips for ice fishing this lake? Would like to target perch, crappie, and walleyeI am surely not the White Lake expert, but what success I have found has come from using the contour map and fishing 5-20 ft of water of points drop offs etc. The shallows right off the launch often hold some nice panfish working the area behind the restaurants. good luck
On a more positive note, the wunderground forecast looks like we ~might~ get some ice down in westchester.
Does anyone know when the Swan Lake ice fishing contest is ? I was told buy someone its next Saturday. Usually they have it on a Sunday ! If anyone knows please reply. Thanks. Walt.I think there is a spot on this site for contests, The Sullivan Co. Federation for sportsman is having a youth contest on 1/30 I believe. It is also on their website. Good luck to those fishing today I was out last night. Started off with some promise but then died off. Lake was lifeless by nine.
Does anyone know when the Swan Lake ice fishing contest is ? I was told buy someone its next Saturday. Usually they have it on a Sunday ! If anyone knows please reply. Thanks. Walt.
Fished up in Sullivan managed about 26 fish kept mixed bag gills, crappy, perch and pickerel and about a dozen or so on the smaller size released
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Be back at it tomorrow
Fished up in Sullivan managed about 26 fish kept mixed bag gills, crappy, perch and pickerel and about a dozen or so on the smaller size releasedIt was cold out today! Nice job you earned it!
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Be back at it tomorrow
Took a ride through some of Harriman today. Shockingly all red flags. Silver mine looked locked up. Tiorati had one little piece of open water damn near in the middle. Couldn’t get the rest of the park had to hit the circle and head to work. Hopefully with the upcoming temps we may get a shot this year
Managed to walk on water this afternoon for about 2 or 3 hours the Tuned Up Custom Rods bullwhip got a work out today caught 25-30 crappie kept 16 all between 9" and 11" if it wasn't for the Marcum would've never caught one they were suspended so high.marcum for the win
Just ordered the m3lThere news mx7 is sick can chart out all these unmapped Sullivan lakes with that unit just by drilling lots of holes and using the auto chart feature
(https://i.postimg.cc/mPpGz2rv/2-F49-A695-889-A-442-C-92-C7-146900-D8210-F.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPpGz2rv)No haul kB! Ice is finally safe in spots in Dutchess and Putnam!
Finally got out. It felt good to get out with good friends.
Good to see some action finally. Just a heads up K, a buddy a few years back did exactly what I see in your photo with his auger. One of his pals slipped on the ice and fell on the uncovered auger blade and ended up with over 100 stitches and nearly lost his arm. If you don't want to keep it covered at least stuff the sharp edges down inside the sled and don't leave it hanging out. Don't shoot the messenger here, my buddy will be paying off his buddies $65,000 surgery bill for the next 20 years and that is a fact!will definitely keep that in mind thanks. Was trying to allow the sun to melt the frozen water off the blades so i could pit the cover on but i will definitely be mindful next time
Got out in Sullivan yesterday. That is the coldest my hands have been in a long time...LOL. Near Superior 8 inches managed 4 perch and 1 pickerel.
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Heard people got out on White Pond, middle branch East Branch, and Diverting in putnam. I checked wampus and its still a no-go, found 3 inches at Mohansic but got kicked off by parks staff (lol). Also heard they dropped boyd corners and the ice is shot. Anyone been around muscoot or amawalk or cross river?Cross River, Gilead, West Branch, Gleneida are wide open. Guys were ice fishing off of Nichols Road on West Branch.
On little fill?
Loudmouth879, thank you for the information on the Hurleyville Fire Dept.-Fallsburg Youth Comission ice fishing contest . I was looking at the website (www.hurleyvilleny.com) that site still has the contest being held and just waiting for a date to be set.
Steve
No sorry. I wish I had my quads with us.
Coming from Buffalo to visit family in Putnam Valley. Would like to fish White Pond. Anything special I should know? Target species? Best bait? Best access point? I'll return the favor if you visit WNY. Thanks in advance.White Pond has easy access via a fairly large parking lot. Target species would be yellow perch, pickerel, largemouth bass, and if you’re lucky a walleye on tip ups, and crappies if you can locate the schools. Pond depth ranges from shallow up to about 15 feet deep. Good luck.
Any ice report on otesgo lake yet
Coming from Buffalo to visit family in Putnam Valley. Would like to fish White Pond. Anything special I should know? Target species? Best bait? Best access point? I'll return the favor if you visit WNY. Thanks in advance.
Coming from Buffalo to visit family in Putnam Valley. Would like to fish White Pond. Anything special I should know? Target species? Best bait? Best access point? I'll return the favor if you visit WNY. Thanks in advance.
Coming from Buffalo to visit family in Putnam Valley. Would like to fish White Pond. Anything special I should know? Target species? Best bait? Best access point? I'll return the favor if you visit WNY. Thanks in advance.The only thing I’ll add is be careful walking from the dock across the lake.
Also pike at whiteThere are pike in white pond?
Anyone know if Lake Huntington has people fishing it?Had a report from someone driving by last weekend. He said there was guys out there.
I have seen pictures of big pike from their supposedly federation stocked them
Heard people got out on White Pond, middle branch East Branch, and Diverting in putnam. I checked wampus and its still a no-go, found 3 inches at Mohansic but got kicked off by parks staff (lol). Also heard they dropped boyd corners and the ice is shot. Anyone been around muscoot or amawalk or cross river?
Have you been back to Mohansic? Are they open yet for ice fishing?
An Orange County snow report here as of 5pm 15"
Fished Toronto Reservoir yesterday and there was a foot of snow over 6 plus inches of what looked to be good black ice. Lot is plowed. Snowmobiles had been out so was able to walk in their path but running for flags was tough. Lots of action in the afternoon but no perch over 9 inches.
Harriman has 1 lake open across from Silvermine. Small pond I don't remember the name. Teroiti still has open water.Thanks for the update. I think you mean Lake Nawahunta by Silvermine. According to Sterling Forest, Four Corners Pond is open too. They'll be checking ice this weekend.
Thanks for this report. Did you fish from the Moscow road launch or the Dam side. I prefer the dam access but it is a bear getting back up no matter what machine you have.
Hi there folks!
Does anyone know how’s the ice on Greenwood lake, NY side of it?
Planning my first ice-fishing trip this season, probably this weekend. Driving from NYC, don’t want to go too far.
Any info would be appreciated.
Fished today from about 7am to 2pm chased a bunch of flags all morning slowed down around 11am. Didn't catch the species we were after but had some fun couple pics.
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I won't ask you to give up you honey holes because I won't waste my time after them I will ask the conditions of the ice and snow pack were.
Another good day. Mostly three of us jigging, a few off tip ups.
7 inches black ice, and 2+ white.
Putnam county.
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I will be at mahogany ridge contest no ATV or machines again this year they said.Where did they say that ? I'll ask them now and let you know.
Where did they say that ? I'll ask them now and let you know.So yes
Guys getting Pike in Putnam lake thru the ice , must of stocked in there too.
Reservoirs are firming up nicely East of Hudson. Next bout of cold weather the next week or two is going to make the sketchier ice safe. Guys were on Gilead, backside of Croton Falls, and small side of West Branch this afternoon. Here’s to hoping Gleneida, Cross River, and the main body of West Branch become safe.Coldfusion. thanks for the report. I'm planning on fishing West Branch at Nicols Rd on Friday. Will provide a report if I make it out there.
I think they have been in there buddy had one jigging last week
Thanks Shawn m. Good choice too much snow and slush wheelers getting stuck all over the place not good. How hard is the walk now tons of snow on top? Hopefully this freeze hardens up a little bit thank youMessage from them
Some snow Sat night to Sun only 1 to 3 ::) and Tue to Wed more the hits just keep on coming !!!!
Is swan lake ice fishing contest actually going on? Need to know for sure have a bunch of people interested in going
Found a post on FB ..cant find another source ..if anyone can verify it would be appreciated.
February 27th Swan Lake ice fishing contest. Come out and support your F.D. Have great time on the ice with family and friends. Food drinks will be served.
Fished west branch this morning. 5-6” of ice with 8-10” of snow and slush on top.
We didn’t catch anything.
Fished west branch this morning. 5-6” of ice with 8-10” of snow and slush on top.
We didn’t catch anything.
My father and I were there as well. I got nothing he got 1 yellow.
Where were you fishing on West Branch? Little Fill side?
Hey sea dog, west branch reservoir I assume? Is it all covered? I have been waiting to fish there for a while nowYes West branch reservoir. I saw people fishing by the causeway on the small side of the reservoir. I can’t comment on the main part of the reservoir
Hey sea dog, west branch reservoir I assume? Is it all covered? I have been waiting to fish there for a while nowSorry, I thought I had put where I was fishing in my original post but I didn’t.
I've been sticking to the island as we have had decent ice and little to no snow. Had an 18" brown this weekend on a tipup and a bunch of bass, pickerel, 12-14" perch, and gills.Location?
Has anyone heard why access to Upton Lake was lost. Usually go there early in the season until bigger waters freeze up but tried a couple of weeks ago and the Federation parking lot is no longer usable. Was wondering why it was lost. Thanks and tight lines
Were they perch or hybrid bass i have seen them right down the road in reo reservoir
Pretty positive they were white perch. Have a pic on my phone and compared it to pic on DEC page. All of them were about nine or 10 inches.
Weird fished swinging bridge my whole life and never saw a white perch come out of there.
Weird fished swinging bridge my whole life and never saw a white perch come out of there.I love when people say the I’ve been fishing my whole life line.... like you’ve seen every single thing about fishing and every single aspect of fishing known to man and your the swinging bridge god? Apparently you need to get out a little bit more cuz they are in fact in there ....
I just recently started keeping white perch. The key is to bleed them out on the ice and and when you fillet them I remove the red meat. It’s pretty easy to do and they taste pretty good this way. The red meat gives them the bad taste. Remove it and it’s pretty good.
They told me that the first time I went fishing for Blue Fish, cut out the dark center line. I love catching big Blue fish but would rather eat a skunk. ;D
Got skunked at Upton Lake today. Ice was in good shape. 8-10" ice with just yesterday and todays few inches on top. Kids have fun either way, but that's the second time they didn't see a fish this week. Hope to head to Putnam or White pond Sunday and remind them what it feels like to pull something...anything, through the ice.
FYI, if it wasn't mentioned on the site yet, there's a new winter bait source in Poughkeepsie/Lagrange.
Keepin It Reel Bait & Tackle
845 214 0021
Open Saturday 7-3
Sunday 7-12
58 Noxon rd Poughkeepsie ny
They are open with minnows?THey have a lot of gear and this was on their facebook page. Only open on weekends. Address is tricky, but its the lower level on the right of the building when you go down the driveway. Search for 'keepin it reel sportfishing' if you have facebook.
Hi everyone. I caught a nice largemouth today that was the biggest one I have ever caught through the ice. It was 5lbs 9oz. I’m considering getting a replica made but wanted to see if others would consider it mount worthy. I know a lot of this is up to the person but don’t want to get a replica made if most would consider it not that big. For me, it was a personal best. Just want to see what your thoughts are.Great fish goose get a replica
Thanks,
Goose
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I hear that! The blues always go back. With the white perch I only keep the meat above the lateral line. Seems to make a difference. I still prefer the yellows and the crappies though.BLUEFISH....What they refer to as a "cocktail blue" is excellent (average of 2-5 pounds) when cooked fresh.) They don't freeze. And believe it or not smoked bluefish is delicious! I have seen a stray white perch where people normally don't catch them.... That is the wonder of nature. They are populated in SWB!
Hi everyone. I caught a nice largemouth today that was the biggest one I have ever caught through the ice. It was 5lbs 9oz. I’m considering getting a replica made but wanted to see if others would consider it mount worthy. I know a lot of this is up to the person but don’t want to get a replica made if most would consider it not that big. For me, it was a personal best. Just want to see what your thoughts are.
Thanks,
Goose
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Contemplating fishing White Lake tomorrow. Good or bad idea?there was a few hundred people at the derby today.. I really got into the perch though from 12-2 though
I like hitting Whit lake after the contest because often all the people mix the snow and slush together. After a night or two....It's a little bumby but solid!
anyone getting out on the north end of greenwood this week? Enough ice for snowmachines?End is near can’t wait for river eyes
Anyone been a Big Pond lately? Planning on going Thu/Fri. Just concerned for ice thickness. (I’m assuming it would be a slushy mess.).what do you mean? there’s probably over 15inches of ice up there. People have been fishing it since the 2nd week of December.
Anyone been a Big Pond lately? Planning on going Thu/Fri. Just concerned for ice thickness. (I’m assuming it would be a slushy mess.).
Was anyone out this weekend on any of the Sullivan County lakes? Just hoping to hear the ice/slush conditions on whatever lakes you might have fished.
After you cross the dam going towards Liberty, make the first left on Aden Rd. You'll find two pull-offs that are marked as recreational boat launching sites, both of those are good shore fishing areas in the spring. Also, if you park right next to the dam, walk down the hill by where the boats are moored and try there, popular spot in the spring as well. Try throwing some spoons as well. Good luck!
Thanks all! Well glad we went when we did, dieing to get back out there. Looks like some colder nights coming up after this rain event on Saturday.It seems reasonable that some places won't take long now. From what I see in general looking and stopping here and there, some of the higher elevations could see a solid 3 or four inches by Christmas.
Hi peeps!
I’m a noob to hardwater fishing. Just started two seasons ago. Last year, @Pooley taught me a fraction of what he knows. The rest… I gotta learn with time on the ice.
Now I’m hooked!
I’m hoping we get some safe ice soon!
Welcome Aboard ..should add your location to your profile ..county and state ..helps members to better answer your future inquiries ..First week in January should be the kickoff to the season in our area
Welcome Aboard ..should add your location to your profile ..county and state ..helps members to better answer your future inquiries ..First week in January should be the kickoff to the season in our area
Ditto on the welcome. I keep seeing overnight temps in the mid 20s and daytime temps in the 40s here in Monticello. What gets built at night gets reduced during the days. If I have to bet I think we can be on safe ice towards the end of January if all goes well and we don't get any warm rains followed by heavy winds. Most of the ponds near me have skim ice in the mornings and are mostly open by the afternoon right now so it could be another late start. Pray for zero and minus temps to be out there before mid January.
Subway4X4 looks like you have quite the beginnings of great selection of gear. Are you a tip up fisherman and/or jigging angler?..I dont see electronic in your list .
Or an auger.
Man these forecasts are depressing! Looks like some cold night next week but nothing to get to excited about. Might have to travel to get some good ice.
supposed to head up to saratoga next week for a day trip... fingers crossed it stays cold and icy..Passed Saratoga few times this weekend it was 80% open still wind has to die
In my neck of the woods lower Sullivan county ..I have been told anywhere from 4 inches to 5.5 inches on local ponds and lakes . Spuding on unfamilar and familar waterways is a must . This weeks is forcast to make some ice ..larger bodies of water may have some trouble as the winds are picking up as I type . I will make a request ...we have a Reports and Conditions Board ..please use it ..it will cut down on the chatter and clutter or PM the inquesitive member . We had alot of water recoveries over the summer fire departments and emergency responders were quite busy ...not good . Some looky loo to the site may see your ice report on this thread and hit that body of water with all they got..not just for ice fishing but other ice activities ..skating X-cross skiing ..without a care in the world ..no spud ..no cleats..no picks ...and no common sense Be smart and stay safe .
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I always thought we posted in reports and conditions when we have measured and actually been on the ice. I mean are you giving a report when you say you were told there is 4 to 5.5 inches on your area lakes? We are all just communicating which is how I thought this worked. No disrespect meant. I went to check ice on a lake once and a x-country skier said the ice was safe and he had been out every day that week....... Well there was only two inches of ice with water laying on top and off he went across the lake! needless to say that is not safe ice for fisherman so you have to be careful of all info. Yesterday in the Callicoon area it was a total ice maker. The wind never topped 6mph. I have always been under the assumption that when you post in reports and conditions you were talking the dead truth with a tape measure and a spud. Once again no disrespect meant just trying to clarify what belongs where. I feel for the local rescuers. This real estate boom has the area overloaded with greenhorns and not enough volunteers to save them from drowning ,trying to cut trees they shouldn't ,or simply sticking their hand in the mower. Be well and hope you get out soon.
I did the Mahogany Ridge derby at Highland Lake last year. Had a blast!Is the parking and such a hassle? Always wanted to try that one.
Is the parking and such a hassle? Always wanted to try that one.
I did the Mahogany Ridge derby at Highland Lake last year. Had a blast!
I got there at the crack of dawn and I parked in the parking lot. The later you arrive, the further away you park.ANy date for the torny this yea?
Entry fee included a dozen minnows and food, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
I got special mention at the end of day measure-in: The only Filipino tropical boy that fished the tournament. I got a big standing ovation.
Some contests posted
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=372735.msg4219149;topicseen#new
ANy date for the torny this yea?
Thanks for the info, Geo.
Any updates on east branch? Hoping to take Friday off and get out there, thanks.
Passed Saratoga few times this weekend it was 80% open still wind has to die
Laurel Meadows Pond and Little Dam Lake in Sterling Forest State Park are open. Still nothing in Harriman State Park.
Any folks know if White Lakes and/or Lake Huntington parking lots in Sullivan Conty have been plowed out ?
Lake Huntington is plowed. Still a little icey but cleared of snow.
Anyone know if people have been out on West Branch in Putnam?
Askoti Lake was a grind yesterday. Nothing all day until I hit the twilight bite and brought up two largemouth bass.
A good six inches of ice.
I was across the street from you at Skannatati yesterday. At least 6” of good ice there too. Managed to get 4 small largemouth, but otherwise slow. All on tip ups with minnows.
Anyone ice fishing on Lake Gilead or Gleneida yet? Are they locked up?
Anyone know if people have been out on West Branch in Putnam?
Snow is slowing down and tapering off. Looks to be 4ish inches of powdery snow in lower Sullivan Co NY..sure to be less as you head further north in the county. Winds will pick up later so some blowing and drifting on the shorelines will make for some difficulties depending on your access points .
I tried to send you a PM and it says your box is full????
Iron Angler, thank you for the reports on NYC reservoirs in Putnam county. Happy to read you have heard no reports of water rescues.
Hardwater thanks but I already called them. No luck. I guess I'll be taking a trip up ito lake George tomorrow morning. Lol.
That's just wonderful!
What's next?
So much for being a Warwick taxpayer!
That's just wonderful!
What's next?
So much for being a Warwick taxpayer!
Hey Corndog and mr. Clean. That's my buddy's chair. Message me and I'll get it back to him. He was happy to see someone honest found it. Great people on here!Hey Pooley
I can't stand the suspense..did the guy pick up his chair?. I've been waiting patiently....but yeah What happened? ;D Also weather not too bad for K.O.T.I. so far!
Is there a reward?
Was the woman at the visitor center pleasant?
I gotta know!!!! :woot:
. I've been waiting patiently....but yeah What happened? ;D Also weather not too bad for K.O.T.I. so far!
. I've been waiting patiently....but yeah What happened? ;D Also weather not too bad for K.O.T.I. so far!
Awesome pic!!! You can almost hand feed them there .
K.O.T.I. is on Sunday February 20th. We won't have an accurate weather prediction until about Friday the 18th. A lot can happen in 10 days. Temperatures and snow could turn White Lake into a bucket of slush or stiff winds could make fishing miserable. I have fished it in both conditions but the one condition that will ruin it for me is bitter cold with high winds. We won't know until Friday what to expect. If I really do get a second reincarnation I want to come back as a Meteorologist, they can get it wrong more often than right and still get paid the big bucks. BTW, I fished White lake on Tuesday, 14 inches of ice but don't dare leave a fish on the ice while you go back to the shanty for a new hook.The forcast isn't bad for K.O.T.OI. .......so far. If you want to play state the obvious then of course Yes the weather could end up worse than they say. But through the years looking ahead it looks more optimistic then most. Also if you throw the pickerel down the whole Eagles won't eat them and they will be there for someone else to catch.
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The forcast isn't bad for K.O.T.OI. .......so far. If you want to play state the obvious then of course Yes the weather could end up worse than they say. But through the years looking ahead it looks more optimistic then most. Also if you throw the pickerel down the whole Eagles won't eat them and they will be there for someone else to catch.
Drove by Swinging Bridge yesterday......doesn't looked used at all. Lot is clean and one set of snowmobile tracks on the ice. Nothing in Reports and conditions, wondering if anyone has any info.
Greenwood Lake sucks anyway
10 bucks a day lol
🤬🤬🤬NJ
Interesting, Warwick/Florida does exactly the same thing,. Stinks being minutes away and treated like second class citizens huh.
I fished Toronto yesterday. Not much happening other than a few dink perch and 3 nice SMs. The ice is 13" and cleats are a must. The wind was nothing short of brutal all day long. Depending upon what the warm temps bring today and how much rain we get things can change drastically in 24 hours. On my way home there were guys out on SB and also on Highland and White.Hey Gam, Did you see machines on Swb?
Hey Gam, Did you see machines on Swb?
A cold start but a nice day for K.O.T.I. We had a few flags and a few pickerel and perch.........includin g my sons third place perch in the kids division. He didn't put that trophy down till we got home. Another day on the ice with him and seeing him that happy is more like winning the lottery than winning king of the ice! :) Hope everyone had a good weekend.
Gamalot thank you by my choice not into face book either thought the conservation club might post some type of report on their website did not see anything there when checking this morning.
How did the two of you make out fishing Toronto Reservoir ?
Steve
Looks like we will get less rain than expected!
We fished Toronto Reservoir yesterday we caught a load of smallies just to the left of the damn when I read the fish report it said they stock brown trout.
Does anyone know if I need to fish deeper water? The smallies are at thirty feet and up
Just an FYI as of today all of the lakes in Harriman are closed. That place is such a joke. Only Blue Lake and the lakesIs this forreal? are they open again yet? i was planning to head out there saturday. I cant find anything saying they're closed.
In Sterling are open.
Good evening, Frozengills welcome to ice Shanty and the Southern ,NY thread. Thank you for the report on more lakes now being open to ice fishing in Harriman State park. Hopefully the warm up this coming week does not affect the ice to badly and cause some lakes to be closed. May you have a better day next time out on the ice.do we know if the lakes at Harriman are open? Was looking to hit Sebago on saturday.
The times herald record's website reports the following locations in Sullivan County. I've rounded off the numbers Rock Hill-3 inches, Monticello-1 inch and Grahamsville -2 inches. I looked at WVOS's website around 8 PM and did not see any updates concerning the Swan Lake F.D. contest so looks likes the event is on registration opens at 6AM at Swan Lake Park 1658 Briscoe road,Swan Lake,NY. Contest starts at 7 AM. Once again best to all attending this contest and fishing elsewhere tomorrow.
Steve
https://scdemocratonline.com/stories/king-of-the-ice-draws-record-crowd,56348
https://scdemocratonline.com/stories/atv-falls-through-ice,56370?
Thanks HD. Too bad the ATV story is only available to subscribers. I would love to hear where the ATV went through and the full story.
Good morning, Best to all headed out fishing on this Presidents day. Doing a quick look through today's edition of the times Herald record i did not see any photos or article about the king of the ice contest. Also check the Sullivan County Democrat's website (weekly newspaper ) nothing posted there yet about king of the ice. I will check agian later today and throughout this week and post any thing I find about winner and results from this year's contest. If anyone has heard results please post curious as to the species and weight of the fish which allowed someone to be crowned this year's king-Queen.
Steve
King of the ice was interesting to say the least. I had 6 pickeral and one perch no winners. At the end we see about 5 ATV and a fire department utv racing to other side of lake. 2 girls went through ice on atv. They drove only feet away from open water bubbler. A few of their friends where standing next to us at the awards. They where in a panic someone called them to let them know. The friends where still drinking at the end so possible that the girls who went down where drinking?? Thank God a ice fisherman pulled them out safe.one of the mothers is going after the fire department and club for not marking off the bubbler spot. So let's see what happens next year????? After they gave the king of ice award out and money the president said that the weighmaster made a mistake and he took everything back from the man and gave it to someone else. So it was a real crap show.
TopWaterAuger-Jghunter thank you for your reports from the king of the ice contest. Hopefully they due a better job with the weigh-in and results next year. I will also venture a guess any aerator's/bubblers and other areas of thin ice will be marked at next year's contest.thanks for the recommendation steve, i'm going to bit the bullet and head back up to Monticello Sunday. Thinking about hitting lake superior for a day trip. anyone care to join?
TopWaterAuger here are two places you might be able to ice fish this weekend . Winding Hills park (Orange county) off of route 17k in Town of Montgomery 40 acre lake max.depth 10 feet, blue gills, yellow perch .This park like Harriman and Sterling forest has a ice thickness requirement so call park office before making the trip .Also at this time fishing is catch and release only.
park office (845)-457-4918 hours (am- 5 PM
Chodikee lake outside of New Paltz,NY. (ulster county) lake is off of route 299 state access is on North Chodikee lake road. large mouth bass,chain pickerel,yellow perch,other pan fish. this lake is near the DEC region 3 headquarters in New Platz so give them a call hopefully can tell you ice conditions.
Region 3 NYSDEC (845)-256-3161
the closest place i know of to get bait near both of these lakes is Thruway Sporting goods at the base of oak street in Walden, NY. Believe they open at 8AM fishing dept. is on second floor. i hope this is of some help to you.
Steve
Just want to add to the late-ice warnings: watch out for spider holes! Fished Superior on Wednesday and some holes had opened up that were quite large--big enough to fall through. They may have crusted over with the cold and now are covered with snow.
How are edges by superior Morningside white coming Tuesday with family
I know there were guys out on White yesterday but it was not me and I can't say what the edges were like. Wish one or some of the guys who were out would give a report.why not stop for a second n check?
why not stop for a second n check?
ice is good still then it seems don't cry and beg for people to post on here
Don't know how to post picture.same size as perch maybe a little bigger same body shape all gold sides looks like small walleye
I have owned a Snowdog for 3 years now and love it. I am in Sullivan county and there is limited places where it can go, same as snowmobiles and ATV/UTVs. White Lake, Swinging Bridge and Toronto are about it here and maybe Huntington. I don't get out as often as I would like and it only really has maybe 30-40 miles total on it but it has performed great and saved my old legs and back. Some things to be mindful of when using the dog. On glare ice you will want the tread to be studded with ice screws, I used Kold Cutters. On snow covered ice it blasts through just about anything except deep slush that can be a big problem if you get sunk and stuck. I used it on Toronto last year and went from the Moscow road side all over the lake. The year before I went from the dam side launch that is all pebbles and stones and I did have a tough time going back up when dragging anything behind it. On the snow and ice it is a monster for pulling lots of heavy gear with ease. It stores easy in a small spot and so far NY has not banned or made any registration/insurance requirements on them. Since you do not ride on or in it and it is not listed as a motor vehicle I consider it nothing more than a tow motor that gets the job done.