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Toledo! Lookin' good for 2009 by Joe Joslin (1/03/2009)
Lake levels have been stable, the submerged vegetation is the best in years, gas prices are down, things are looking up! This report also gives current patterns and hot baits to catch cold bass. Also, there is a crappie report.
Lake levels have been stable, the submerged vegetation is the best in years, gas prices are down, things are looking up! This report also gives current patterns and hot baits to catch cold bass. Also, there is a crappie report.
Looking back at 2008 on The Bend by Joe Joslin (1/03/2009)
2008 was a great year on Toledo and this report talks about what factors made it good fishing.
2008 was a great year on Toledo and this report talks about what factors made it good fishing.
Lipless Crankbaits....Idiot Baits? by Joe Joslin (12/23/2008)
Lipless crankbaits are some of the most effective tools in fishing and there are countless methods of fishing them. This article looks at several of those
Lipless crankbaits are some of the most effective tools in fishing and there are countless methods of fishing them. This article looks at several of those
How to fish between weather systems in late Dec by Joe Joslin (12/23/2008)
The challenge now is to adapt with the very rapid changes that is to be expected in Dec in the south-central part of the country.
The challenge now is to adapt with the very rapid changes that is to be expected in Dec in the south-central part of the country.
Weather changing often in southwest LA and s.e. TX by Joe Joslin (12/23/2008)
Winter crappie season still in doubt. The Chicken Coop.....famous Toledo winter crappie hole is still in doubt. Marinas and crappie guides are praying the crappie will show.
Winter crappie season still in doubt. The Chicken Coop.....famous Toledo winter crappie hole is still in doubt. Marinas and crappie guides are praying the crappie will show.
Chicken Coop Hopefuls Sittin' on Ready by Joe Joslin (12/22/2008)
The Chicken Coop is a famous wintering hole for thousands of crappie. Last year was a puzzle..basically, the crappie did not show. Local guides and marinas are again concerned.
The Chicken Coop is a famous wintering hole for thousands of crappie. Last year was a puzzle..basically, the crappie did not show. Local guides and marinas are again concerned.
Weather changes keeps vetern guide on multiple patterns by Joe Joslin (12/22/2008)
Several days during the past few weeks we have had to fish varied depths to stay on fish. It has not been uncommon to catch fish in 4' as well as 40' on same day.
Several days during the past few weeks we have had to fish varied depths to stay on fish. It has not been uncommon to catch fish in 4' as well as 40' on same day.
Coop is ready to explode by Joe Joslin (12/15/2008)
The Chicken Coop,located about 4 miles north of Pendleton Bridge on Toledo (TX side)is known nation-wide to be one of the best crappie holes anywhere during the months of Dec/Jan.
The Chicken Coop,located about 4 miles north of Pendleton Bridge on Toledo (TX side)is known nation-wide to be one of the best crappie holes anywhere during the months of Dec/Jan.
Put Santa On Some Fish by Joe Joslin (12/15/2008)
Mid December report on one of the top lakes in the country..Toledo Bend. If weather is good, December can almost be like spring patterns.
Mid December report on one of the top lakes in the country..Toledo Bend. If weather is good, December can almost be like spring patterns.
Fun Fishing in Month # 12 by Joe Joslin (12/08/2008)
Yes, It has been cold and windy and some days the fishing is tough...however we have also had days when load up. You can't catch'em in the office or at the house.
Yes, It has been cold and windy and some days the fishing is tough...however we have also had days when load up. You can't catch'em in the office or at the house.
Giving Thanks/What a super lake by Joe Joslin (12/01/2008)
A full update on what is happening on one of the largest and most productive bass lakes in the country...Toledo Bend. Late fall and early winter patterns are the main feature. Also featured is a late night rescue of a fisherman in distress. Local bass anglers came to rescue after other searches were called off.
A full update on what is happening on one of the largest and most productive bass lakes in the country...Toledo Bend. Late fall and early winter patterns are the main feature. Also featured is a late night rescue of a fisherman in distress. Local bass anglers came to rescue after other searches were called off.
Big Crappie on grass by Joe Joslin (11/22/2008)
Big crappie are yet another reason to fish Toledo Bend in the lake fall. The past week has been super for loading up cooler with big slabs
Big crappie are yet another reason to fish Toledo Bend in the lake fall. The past week has been super for loading up cooler with big slabs
Early Winter Fronts impact time on water by Joe Joslin (11/22/2008)
A guide and tournament angler fishes no matter the weather....Mother Nature Rocks! Wow, Sometimes/oftentimes you have to scramble to salvage a trip or tournament.
A guide and tournament angler fishes no matter the weather....Mother Nature Rocks! Wow, Sometimes/oftentimes you have to scramble to salvage a trip or tournament.
Winter Patterns - Jigging Spoons In Deep Water by Joe Joslin (11/02/2008)
Jigging Spoons are an awesome tool in cold weather when normal patterns fail. Deep clear water is a must. This artical is one of my most widely requested articles because there are not much info out there on the basic, detailed methods of fishing a spoon. It can be an unbelievable fishing pattern when conditions are right.
Jigging Spoons are an awesome tool in cold weather when normal patterns fail. Deep clear water is a must. This artical is one of my most widely requested articles because there are not much info out there on the basic, detailed methods of fishing a spoon. It can be an unbelievable fishing pattern when conditions are right.
Toledo Bend/Jewel of East Texas by Joe Joslin (10/31/2008)
Late October offers some of the most enjoyable and successful fishing of the year. This report covers conditions and patterns of The Bend at its best.
Late October offers some of the most enjoyable and successful fishing of the year. This report covers conditions and patterns of The Bend at its best.
Toledo Bend Bass Explode! by Joe Joslin (10/16/2008)
I have been fishing this lake for 30 years and the past two weeks have been as good as anytime in my past history fishing the lake. Unreal!
I have been fishing this lake for 30 years and the past two weeks have been as good as anytime in my past history fishing the lake. Unreal!
Nothing Beats Oct and The Bend by Joe Joslin (10/13/2008)
A full report by an experience Toledo guide giving several successful patterns to catch bass currently on one of the best fresh water fisheries in the country.
A full report by an experience Toledo guide giving several successful patterns to catch bass currently on one of the best fresh water fisheries in the country.
Yellow Bass/white bass/largemouth schooling together by Joe Joslin (8/30/2008)
a fun way to fish now is to find schools of fish chasing shad and work them both on top as well as with spoons and tailspinners underneath schools.
a fun way to fish now is to find schools of fish chasing shad and work them both on top as well as with spoons and tailspinners underneath schools.
Fishing with one eye on Gustav by Joe Joslin (8/30/2008)
We are in prime hurricane season and Gustav has our attention. I am still cleaning up trees from Hurricane Rita 3 years ago so we are fishing with part of our efforts involved in preparing for storm.
We are in prime hurricane season and Gustav has our attention. I am still cleaning up trees from Hurricane Rita 3 years ago so we are fishing with part of our efforts involved in preparing for storm.
Toledo's water level falls/fish respond by Joe Joslin (8/10/2008)
Late Summer patterns are in place as lake continues to fall and bass relate to points and deep cover,
Late Summer patterns are in place as lake continues to fall and bass relate to points and deep cover,
Probing the Deeps by Joe Joslin (8/03/2008)
Most of our bigger bass are coming from deep structure on The Bend as the dog days of summer are here....we have had several days this week with day time temps over 100. Schooling bass in the morning are also part of the picture.
Most of our bigger bass are coming from deep structure on The Bend as the dog days of summer are here....we have had several days this week with day time temps over 100. Schooling bass in the morning are also part of the picture.
SUMMER PATTERNS HERE FOR A WHILE by Joe Joslin (7/16/2008)
Three fatal accidents/drownings on The Bend since Memorial Day....all under 20 yrs of age. On the fishing scene... Big bass patterns include deep drops and ledges, C. Rigs and big crankbaits.
Three fatal accidents/drownings on The Bend since Memorial Day....all under 20 yrs of age. On the fishing scene... Big bass patterns include deep drops and ledges, C. Rigs and big crankbaits.
Movin' on The Bend by Joe Joslin (6/26/2008)
Bass are still adjusting to summer patterns with a lot of fish suspended. Slow-falling soft plastics and deep crankbaits are helping to keep rods bent. Also a bit of info on Striper and crappie
Bass are still adjusting to summer patterns with a lot of fish suspended. Slow-falling soft plastics and deep crankbaits are helping to keep rods bent. Also a bit of info on Striper and crappie
Sweatin' on The Bend by Joe Joslin (6/19/2008)
How to catch bass on their summer patterns, from top water to deep points and ridges...also license info and security regs are relaxed. Also a brief report on crappie and striper.
How to catch bass on their summer patterns, from top water to deep points and ridges...also license info and security regs are relaxed. Also a brief report on crappie and striper.
MEMORIAL WEEK ON THE BEND by Joe Joslin (5/28/2008)
Features several patterns for catching post spawn/early summer bass.
Features several patterns for catching post spawn/early summer bass.
The Bend and a Breeze by Joe Joslin (5/15/2008)
The Bend (Toledo Bend) is in full post spawn with unusual strong, late spring fronts passing every few days. Fishing has been a challenge but the fish are biting if you can get a bait in the water. this report includes bass, bream and crappie. Also a caution to anglers about Skin Cancer
The Bend (Toledo Bend) is in full post spawn with unusual strong, late spring fronts passing every few days. Fishing has been a challenge but the fish are biting if you can get a bait in the water. this report includes bass, bream and crappie. Also a caution to anglers about Skin Cancer
MAY DAY ON TOLEDO by Joe Joslin (5/07/2008)
aN IN-DEPTH REPORT ON BASS, CRAPPIE AND STRIPER ACTION FROM A GUIDE WITH 30 YEARS EXP ON THE BEND.
aN IN-DEPTH REPORT ON BASS, CRAPPIE AND STRIPER ACTION FROM A GUIDE WITH 30 YEARS EXP ON THE BEND.
THE BEAUTY OF THE BEND by Joe Joslin (4/26/2008)
This is an awesome, fun place to fish, Late April is a great time to get a bite and if you fish smart, you can catch a big fish or two along the way.
This is an awesome, fun place to fish, Late April is a great time to get a bite and if you fish smart, you can catch a big fish or two along the way.
Fishing with hat on backwards by Joe Joslin (4/18/2008)
Winds have been so high for so long that I have been starting recent trips with hat on backwards. Recently I actually had a dip net become airborn from a wind gust of over 30 knots. Why was I fishing in such conditions? Lately, these conditions have been daily...so you fish. Yes, we have been catching fish but are adapting with changing presentations.
Winds have been so high for so long that I have been starting recent trips with hat on backwards. Recently I actually had a dip net become airborn from a wind gust of over 30 knots. Why was I fishing in such conditions? Lately, these conditions have been daily...so you fish. Yes, we have been catching fish but are adapting with changing presentations.
Fishing in a Parade by Joe Joslin (4/07/2008)
Fishing pressure has been high...fishermen are finding gas money some where....we won't pursue that subject any further. A good presentation of lures is vital if anglers are to get a consistent bite in such heavily fished water.
Fishing pressure has been high...fishermen are finding gas money some where....we won't pursue that subject any further. A good presentation of lures is vital if anglers are to get a consistent bite in such heavily fished water.