Kamloops

[shogun]

I read in the paper today that people have been doing really well fishing kamloops from boats close to shore using spoons near the surface. Has anyone from shore been using spoons successfully?

[Quickstrike]

i was about a month ago, but haven't done any good with any method the last couple of weeks. with this rain i would pick whatever side of whatever river you choose to fish the wind is blowing too and attempt to cast out past the line of where the river water and lake water meet. that's how i seemed to have most success with spoons.

[Northlander]

After that rain it should pick up by river mouths. The boats had been doing good but a few say it slowed down but with the rain it may pick up. It can be cold throwing spoons this time of year but I will do it off and on when bored or fish arent hitting spawn or Crawlers/waxies. Stoney Point had been hot last week but also cooled down.

All you can do is put in the time and hope one sees your bait and likes it enough to eat it.

Throw cleos, crocks or any other casting spoons ya like in gold/orange, solid orange, silver blue, chart, white/pink, red/white. If ya dont get hit on them its time to try someplace else or go home.

The Bait Box in Superior has a deal on Crocks in the smaller sizes for $2. I bought a ton last week.

[Quickstrike]

went out today and dunked spawn at the french and then casted at the lester with no success. my reel and guides kept freezing up. getting colder everyday, i might give the shore one more try and then dig out the ice gear.

[Northlander]

Ya Quick I had the same problems. I guess Ill wait for the ice. Hopefully by next week I will be able to get on some ice and watch tip ups.

[BD110]

Hey Guys,

I'm going to head down to the French as soon as I shut off this computer. Not sure about the wind so I hope I don't have the same ice problem. I should be there past noon. If your in the area you can't miss my truck with the FM logo on the back with BD110 below it. Stop and say hi black carharts head to toe.

Take care,

Tom (BD110)

[Northlander]

Im heading out now as well if anyone wants to join us.

[Quickstrike]

heading to southern Wi for thanksgiving so i can't make it but please post how you do. fishings been so slow even hearing about a fish caught would make my day right now!

good luck guys

[Northlander]

Well BD110 and myself hit the French today. BD110 continues to school me! He caught the only fish we seen all day once again. Crawlers seem to be doing well now. Seeing as though the last 2 times out thats all that caught fish. Good Job TOM!

[BD110]

Thanks Steve,

While I'm at work tomorrow on Thanksgiving I'll have to remember to give thanks to the fishing gods. I'm keeping the Looper for my Thanksgiving meal tomorrow. What more can I guy ask for on Thanksgiving while the family enjoys a nice turkey meal at my inlaws. Hopefully they'll save me some leftovers. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

Take care,

Thomas (BD110)

[Casaloma]

French Report. As usual with the Usual suspects...

2pm to 5 pm. Crawlers & spawn seemed to turn them off. Judjing from the blood & gills on the shore fish were caught but not in my time frame.

Till next time...

[bmc]

Well, well, well, I'm gone for a week chasing mule deer and BD110 turns into a looper guide? LOL Now I suppose next time we're out fishing loopers there'll be a guiding fee Tom? LOL Good job on the loopers! We went 2 for 4 on the mule deer. Our party arrowed a 2x2 and a 4x4 that had a 25" spread. I was at full draw on a nice 4x4 with a 25" to 27" spread, but there was a rise in between us and all I could see was the top of his butt and antlers, so no shot....so close yet so far! I'm hoping to be doing the tip up boogie tomorrw!!!

Brian

[Northlander]

BMC if you find good ice I have Mon and Tues off. Give me a shout. walleyes4me32 at aol dot com

[BD110]

Hey Brian,

It's good to see your back. I'm sure it is just a run of good luck. Shoot me an e-mail and let me know what you are working for the next couple of weeks. Some of us are heading down to the cities on Friday for the Ice Fishing Show. Let me know what you have planned.

Take care,

Thomas (BD110)

[bmc]

Hey Steve and Tom,

I didn't make it out today, my buddy had to bail and I don't like testing the ice by myself this time of year. We're supposed to give it a shot tomorrow. Tom it's my better half's birthday on Friday and the kid's will be here this weekend. Last year I was pheasant hunting in South Dakota on her B-day, so I don't dare take off this time! I'll post tomorrow night if we get out and ice some gators tomorrow.

Brian

[BD110]

Hey Brian,

Please keep your Friday plans. You want to make sure and keep her happy. What do you have off after this weekend? I'll be at the hall today if you want to drop me an e-mail there.

Take care,

Thomas (BD110)

[BD110]

Hey Guys,

Is anyone planning on going to the French tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon? I have not heard the weather but I'm thinking of trying the afternoon bite. Any interest let me know. If I don't get back on the site tonight I'll be checking it out 1st thing in the morning when I get home.

Take care,

Tom (BD110)

[Northlander]

Tom you did it again. Another nice Looper! Boy its a good thing you dont charge for all these lessons your giving me!

[BD110]

Thanks Steve,

Like I said before I'm sure it's just a run of good luck. Enjoy the spawn I doesen't get any fresher then that. It's just a few more days until the ice show.

Take care,

Thomas (BD110)

[scifisher]

First ice is the best time to hit the loopers. Nobody is fishin em anymore! And then, when the ice moves in, its a blast to watch em through the hole...alright, going crazy over here!