02-20-2007, 07:02 PM
Hi Okole,
Please see my long narrative on the thread titled "Fishing Spots" that was created by Striperhunter. I include in my narrative, the actual fishing spot, how to get there, a satellite image of the trail and fishing spot, and more importantly, the kind of rig you'll need for fishing that point.
Make sure you bring a propane lantern (w/ extra propane). I believe the light attracts the stripers. You know you're in the right spot when you see our man made pier. We actually have made 3 different piers. 2 are somewhat close to each other, and the other one is far from the other 2. I attached a better image from google earth.com You should take a look at that site. It gives you great images. Print out my attachment because it gives you the exact path to take. Mind you, there is no actual trail per se but you'll see where we kind of cleared rocks and took out bushes so you could get to the fishing spot easier. There are a couple small hills you'll have to go over but they're totally manageable. I just wanted to bring your attention to the hills as a point of reference. Follow my trail and you shouldn't have any problems. This trail is longer but it's a lot easier. The terrain along the shore up to my fishing spot is pretty rough, hence the reason why you have to hike inland for a bit. I highly recommend that you start your hike about 10 minutes before sunset. That'll give you enough time to get to the fishing spot, set up, and start fishing. Make sure you have a frozen bag of anchovies. If you're fishing with another person, you will likely need 2. As soon as you get to the fishing spot, you should chum the water with about 3-4 anchovies. Cut them into small pieces...I'm talking the width of half a centimeter. You don't want to chum with large chunks. Chum from the pier. It'll give you extra range and give you an idea of where to cast. The pier faces Southwest towards the marina. Using the pier as a watchdial, you want to chum and cast at 11:00 to 3:00. Most of the area left of 11:00 is shallow and no good. The area right of 3:00 will get you weeds and catfish.
Now I'm hoping that the pier is not submerged but I guess when you get there you should be able to see it in the water. That area is ideal for striper fishing because there is a significant drop about 10-15 feet away from the pier. Remember, don't give up. Some nights, it takes an hour for them to find you. But with your light and your chum, they WILL find you. Don't chum too much though.
I know this is a lot of info. And please make sure to look at my other posts on the Fishing Spot thread. Please let me know if you have any other questions, and please let me know how you do. Oh and dress warmly. If there's a slight breeze, you will be cold. I always wear thermals under my clothes. A heavy jacket with a hood is good, too. Something to keep your head warm. Good luck!
Best regards,
Paul
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Please see my long narrative on the thread titled "Fishing Spots" that was created by Striperhunter. I include in my narrative, the actual fishing spot, how to get there, a satellite image of the trail and fishing spot, and more importantly, the kind of rig you'll need for fishing that point.
Make sure you bring a propane lantern (w/ extra propane). I believe the light attracts the stripers. You know you're in the right spot when you see our man made pier. We actually have made 3 different piers. 2 are somewhat close to each other, and the other one is far from the other 2. I attached a better image from google earth.com You should take a look at that site. It gives you great images. Print out my attachment because it gives you the exact path to take. Mind you, there is no actual trail per se but you'll see where we kind of cleared rocks and took out bushes so you could get to the fishing spot easier. There are a couple small hills you'll have to go over but they're totally manageable. I just wanted to bring your attention to the hills as a point of reference. Follow my trail and you shouldn't have any problems. This trail is longer but it's a lot easier. The terrain along the shore up to my fishing spot is pretty rough, hence the reason why you have to hike inland for a bit. I highly recommend that you start your hike about 10 minutes before sunset. That'll give you enough time to get to the fishing spot, set up, and start fishing. Make sure you have a frozen bag of anchovies. If you're fishing with another person, you will likely need 2. As soon as you get to the fishing spot, you should chum the water with about 3-4 anchovies. Cut them into small pieces...I'm talking the width of half a centimeter. You don't want to chum with large chunks. Chum from the pier. It'll give you extra range and give you an idea of where to cast. The pier faces Southwest towards the marina. Using the pier as a watchdial, you want to chum and cast at 11:00 to 3:00. Most of the area left of 11:00 is shallow and no good. The area right of 3:00 will get you weeds and catfish.
Now I'm hoping that the pier is not submerged but I guess when you get there you should be able to see it in the water. That area is ideal for striper fishing because there is a significant drop about 10-15 feet away from the pier. Remember, don't give up. Some nights, it takes an hour for them to find you. But with your light and your chum, they WILL find you. Don't chum too much though.
I know this is a lot of info. And please make sure to look at my other posts on the Fishing Spot thread. Please let me know if you have any other questions, and please let me know how you do. Oh and dress warmly. If there's a slight breeze, you will be cold. I always wear thermals under my clothes. A heavy jacket with a hood is good, too. Something to keep your head warm. Good luck!
Best regards,
Paul
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