Fish put on the feed bag before winter | News, Sports, Jobs

Captains Larry Jones, Jim and Diane Steel and Frank Schoenacker of the Eastern Lake Erie Charter Boat Association held a briefing on Wednesday at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club.

As the temperature begins to drop, the peach continues to heat up. This is the time of year when the fish pack their food bag and prepare for winter. Many fishermen have already pulled their boats out of the marina and put them in mothballs for the year, but the action is starting to “ramping up,” as Charles Alsheimer, the famous deer hunter, author and photographer said.

At the Lake Erie Charter Boat Association meeting on Wednesday evening, several members shared information about what is going on. The big news is that a major walleye fishing event will take place in Dunkirk from August 24 to 26. This is in conjunction with the Professional Walleye Trail. To compete in his test, fishermen will have to qualify in several preliminary tests. The Dunkirk event is an invitation only for qualifiers. This is a high end competition that makes a lot of money and should be interesting. Later.

ELECBA is also involved in a request for federal funding to put our fishing area on the national map, and the chances are very good. Again, keep up to date. The next meeting will be on December 8th.

Back to the fishing report. Walleye are caught in large numbers outside Barcelona in 85 feet of water. Stick baits are the bait of choice. A captain said he and his clients recently took 48 walleye in the 2-pound range at the shallow end of Evans Bar, using Rapala snap jigs. Anglers also do well with trolling after dark outside Buffalo Small Boat Harbor from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Zach, my contact at Hogan’s Hut, reports that perch fishing has resumed on Chautauqua Lake, yielding batches of 10 to 12 inches. Frank Schoenacker also said walleye bite into the deepest holes, fish over 30 feet and use Rapala snap jigs. There will be a Bass Masters fishing tournament at Long Point today. Seventy boats are expected.

Rick Miller at Irving reports that the yellow perch fishery has been good in the Catt between 50 and 55 feet and also around 62 feet. Lots of trout at the mouth of the Catt, and further upstream. Spoons at the mouth, eggs, wringers and spoons further upstream. The trout action continues at Chautauqua Creek and some at Canadaway Creek.

Catt walleye action. is slightly west of the mouth. When fishing for walleye from Dunkirk, try heading slightly west, at 85 feet. Target the 60 to 65 foot area with dipsey divers and 10 colors of lead wire. Copper / watermelon blade harnesses have the advantage over stick baits. Leave a plan with your family and friends and wear a PFT as the water temperature gets colder and there are fewer people to come to your rescue if you need help.

The archery season has started. Send us your photos and stories. Always hunt safely!

CALENDAR

– The Children in the Stream / 4H youth fly fishing program began its 22nd season in early September. Fly Fishing / Tackling lessons are held Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m. in the Costello Room at the Rockefeller Art Center at State University of New York in Fredonia. Masks are worn during lessons. Field trips are also scheduled periodically in the fall and spring, with brook trout stocking taking place in Canadaway Creek in October. The program is open to children 12 years of age and older, and younger if accompanied by an adult and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies are provided free of charge. No long term commitment necessary. Just introduce yourself. For more information contact Alberto Rey, [email protected] or call (716) 410-7003.

– There will be a free trapping course at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club on Saturday October 1st from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm Homework must be completed prior to attending this course. Register online on the DEC website. Instructions are provided on this site. There are limited openings available.

– The potential National Wild Turkey Federation Banquet date for the Lakeshore Longbeards is January 15, 2022. Details to be determined.

Free fly tying classes will be held at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club on Monday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. All materials and appliances provided. It is open to young people aged 12 and over, or younger if accompanied by an adult. There is a lot of individual attention and you keep your designs. Located at the foot of Mullet Street. Turn towards the lake at the Country Fair Market.

If your club is hosting an outdoor-themed event and you would like to post it here, call 366-1772, 785-3659 or 366-3000 ext. 1 after 6.30 p.m. Ask for sport.

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