04-23-2007, 08:08 PM
Birddog gave you some good advice on getting specific info on the snake river. You're state board is a great resource for attaining specific info on local bodies of water. Also, WELCOME TO BFT!
But, we can also help you on this board! River fishing is pretty basic, regardless of location. Most rivers contain similar species of fish as well. The three biggies are: Bass, catfish, and bream of all sub species, shapes and sizes.
For Bass fishing you'll need a wide range of lure styles, colors, and a good bit of patients. But, since you're looking for simple and effective, go with old faithful. Tie on a hook to your rod and reel, attach a bobber, and go buy yourself some decent sized live minnows. Hook them through the back and toss them close to some bank structure. If there's a bass in the general area, he's sure to have a go at it.
Bream are easy. Same bobber rig, just a smaller hook. Get some live wax worms for bait and toss it by bank structure as well. You'll be in good shape. If you don't have waxworms availible, night crawlers work too.
For the kitty fish, just use a carolina style rig with about a 4/0 hook and a 1 oz sinker. Don't be affraid to use more weight if the river has a fast current. Since you don't have a fish finder angling from the bank, try to make your best guess where the deeper part of the river is and get your bait there. If you have a little bit larger rod and reel at your disposal, don't be affraid to use a hand sized bream for bait. If not, get yourself a bucket of chicken livers and call it a day. Chicken livers are like candy for channel cats. Flatheads dig the live bait, and blues did the fresh cutbait.
Keep in mind you can get specific species tactics in a more indepth fashion on the "species" related boards. You can also feel free to send me a private message, but there is no need. We'd love to have all your questions on the boards. Your questions help out other anglers too. That's why this site is so great!
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But, we can also help you on this board! River fishing is pretty basic, regardless of location. Most rivers contain similar species of fish as well. The three biggies are: Bass, catfish, and bream of all sub species, shapes and sizes.
For Bass fishing you'll need a wide range of lure styles, colors, and a good bit of patients. But, since you're looking for simple and effective, go with old faithful. Tie on a hook to your rod and reel, attach a bobber, and go buy yourself some decent sized live minnows. Hook them through the back and toss them close to some bank structure. If there's a bass in the general area, he's sure to have a go at it.
Bream are easy. Same bobber rig, just a smaller hook. Get some live wax worms for bait and toss it by bank structure as well. You'll be in good shape. If you don't have waxworms availible, night crawlers work too.
For the kitty fish, just use a carolina style rig with about a 4/0 hook and a 1 oz sinker. Don't be affraid to use more weight if the river has a fast current. Since you don't have a fish finder angling from the bank, try to make your best guess where the deeper part of the river is and get your bait there. If you have a little bit larger rod and reel at your disposal, don't be affraid to use a hand sized bream for bait. If not, get yourself a bucket of chicken livers and call it a day. Chicken livers are like candy for channel cats. Flatheads dig the live bait, and blues did the fresh cutbait.
Keep in mind you can get specific species tactics in a more indepth fashion on the "species" related boards. You can also feel free to send me a private message, but there is no need. We'd love to have all your questions on the boards. Your questions help out other anglers too. That's why this site is so great!
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