August 13th, 2009

Dave and Steve from Texas with Walleye taken 8/8/09.

Water temp = 76 degrees in main lake, 65 degrees up the river arms. Main lake is lightly stained --- river arms heavily stained.

Both the Canadian and Ute Creek drainage's are running water into the lake at a good pace. Went Cat fishing yesterday up the Ute and there was close to a 20 MPH current at the bridge. The lake is about 4 feet from full.

Walleye ---- Still on a good bite. Use minnows/crawlers in 30 feet of water near the channel drop offs or troll 15-20 feet of water over heavy brush.

White bass -- slab in 30 feet of water or use minnows in 30-40 feet. Top water cranks when they are boiling. Excellent to good fishing.

Small mouth and Large mouth bass --- top water cranks early in the morning and then work 20 foot deep points with plastics or live bait. The bite is still good.

Catfish -- Good to excellent fishing using Sonny's Sticky bait in 4-6 feet of water near or in the brush.

Overall, the fishing pressure the last week or two has been very light, but the fishing is still pretty good if you can get out.

The local Eagles Lodge #3526 is hosting their 1st Annual White Bass Open on August 29th. Entry fee = $30.00 per two person team. Contact the Tackle Box or Jeff Bailey (575-799-1443) from the Eagles for more info.

FISH-ON,

Rob & Maria