02-27-2014, 01:26 AM
I fished Joes Valley today in my kick boat. The reservoir is still about 70% covered with ice but it is in several big sections that are moving around so it won't be long before it clears off. I fished in the bay where Seely Creek comes in. I used a medium sinking (#3) line with size 4-6 crystal buggers and leeches. I had not caught anything before 2:00 and was afraid the skunk was going to get me. Luckily a few skinny looking splake took pity on me and woke me up. I only caught four, all splake between 13" - 16" long. The water temp was 39 and the visibility was about 8' - 10'. The reservoir level is at 51% so it is a pretty good walk to get to the water. Slow fishing but a very nice day.[fishin]
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