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New York Fishing Report for Lake Ontario and Salmon River
Capt. Troy Creasy
February 15, 2004
Salmon River - Freshwater Fishing Report
Lake Ontario / Salmon River Fishing Report 2/14/04
By: Troy
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Dave and Chris Robinson spent a few hours with me today learning the art of fishing jigs for trout. We braved the wind and big swells in the Oswego Harbor and landed five real nice trout. We had one double but one of the fish got wrapped around something and beat us.
The wind got the best uf us by 11:00, so we packed it in.
We saw two other boats also land a few fish and the guys on the wall were doing well on eggs and jigs.
Dave and Chris had a banner day on the lake with me last September and held their own again today. 5 for 6, not a bad total for only a few hours effort.
Along with taking home the largest trout they aver caught, they now have a better understanding of the tributary fishery, targeting post spawn and pre sapwn trout and having a good time. Dave did say though that his next trip would be in June.
Salmon River-The River is still running at 350 cfs. the upper river is fishable from Altmar down to the Trestle. You will find a lot of anchor ice and slush from there down until mid day or when the temps rise into the upper teens. (Maybe that will happen in June?)
There are a few fish being caught each day in the School House, but it is tough going.
Tackle-Eggs have been working good, but tend to freeze in the cold water. I have been running small jigs and I can put them in my mouth to keep them thawed out. They taste way better than gooey egg sacs, trust me. Pink and yellow have been my best lately.
You can dead drift them, but I like to fish them under a float. If you use a 1/8 ounce or bigger, you can get away from the rosary bead method, (running numerous small shot up your line), because the jig alone will be heavy enough. you may want to put one medium split shot, a foot or so below your float anyway.
Ice fishing-Great Perch catches are being reported from Sodus Bay all the way up to Canada. Bring your Ice Hut and a good heater. The ice is getting thick to, so have a gas powered auger or be prepared for a work out. Ice is running 10 to 20 inches depending on where you are fishing.
Ramblings
Shelley and I would like to thank all of you for your patronage and support you have shown us over the years. Without good customers, our business would not survive.
19 Years and Going Strong!
As we begin our 19th season, we have decided to hold our prices for our regular guests another year. As much as we need to have a price increase, We hate to put an additional strain on your vacation budget.
Reservations!
We also have to stress the importance of making your reservations early. I apologize to those of you that I could not find a day for. Remember, it is never too early to book your trip. You can book using Visa or MC. Feel free to give us a call.
High Tech Fishing Seminars
An exciting full day seminar by Captain Don Rufo and Captain Troy Creasy. We will be at the Oswego Econolodge in Oswego NY, on Saturday March 6 and at the Stockbridge Sportsman Club in Stockbridge MA, on March 13. Seminars hours will be from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Captain Jeff Russell, from Lake George, will be a guest speaker on March 13 and Captain Bob Walters will give a muskie fishing presentation on March 6.
The seminar will consist of installation and operation of Walkers and the Strike Vision Underwater Camera System. Other topics will include, trolling techniques, eg. lead core lines, dipsey divers, drop weights, thumper rods, rigging tips and much more. There will be numerous door prizes, product give-aways, tackle and equipment for sale.
A Strike Vision System will be given away at each seminar!!
Call 1-800-451-9229 or 315-298-2410 or e-mail [email protected] for information and registration forms.
Cost for the seminar is $60.00/person. Donuts, coffee and lunch are included.
A-TOM-MIK Flies will donate a free A-TOM-MIK dodger and 2 A-TOM-MIk Flies to the first 20 people that register!!
We want to thank the following businesses for making this seminar possible.
Walker Downriggers
The Oswego Econolodge
Stockbridge Sportsmen Club
Dunkin Donuts
G-Fly
A-Tom-Mik Trolling Flies
R&R Tackle
Lil Flipper Charters
Lake Ontario Outdoors
Shark Cannonballs
High Adventure Gift Certificates!
We are offering gift certificates again this year for Lake and river charters and magazine subscriptions. Call Shelley and she will take care of the details.
Check out www.highadventurefishing.com We have the latest fishing information, daily reports and photos of the days catch and www.lakeontariooutdoors.com for all your Recreational needs in the New York region.
Good Fishing, Troy
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