Water Temp: 59 - 62
Water Clarity: Slightly Stained to clear
I haven't written a repost in two weeks simply because the fishing hasn't been anywhere near what I would call consistent. The patterns stayed the same as for as where the fish have been, but as for the type of baits it's varied almost everyday and for a few days everyday.
The Bandit 100 crankbait bite was the most consistent bait I had last week and fishing them literally up near the shore-line. As of yesterday (Wednesday) that bite stopped and the soft-plastic bite came back. My numbers are low (10 to 13 per day) but my size is up. We're catching very few under 2lbs. and we've lost some extremely nice fish right at the boat, in the 10+ pound range. The main lake is beginning to really produce as the spawn is moving more and more towards the South end of the lake. On the plastics when it's cloudy throw watermelon/red, green pumpkin and black/blue. When the clouds are gone watermelon, watermelon/chartreuse and watermelon/red will be the better colors. There is a good bite on DD22, but your arms might be dragging the ground by days end.
Secondary points are the places we're keying in on and then moving around the lake as it determines to me where we should be. Just be careful on the lake, with the lake back to near full pool it is making a very dangerous situation, but then again Lake Fork is a dangerous lake in the first place. If you're not where you're sure, keep the boat off plane. With the upcoming forecasts I'm positive the numbers will get better each day. April is my most favorite month to fish and has been for many years. Check out the "Fat Girls" on my web site and give me a holler, as I would like to be your guide!
The pictures of some of our catch are on the 2007 "Fat Girls" page on my site, www.fishinwithjeff.com. All of the fish pictured are of fish over 4 pounds, unless it is a child or woman. However, in a lot of cases those pictures will exceed that barrier throughout the year.
There are fish on the beds all over the lake. "IF" you are wanting to sight fish please be considerate of those anglers who aren't sight fishing. Most likely you're going to catch larger fish by not sight fishing anyway and you can catch more fish.
Lake Fork is 2' feet low, but don't let that deter you from going fishing there, just be aware that the lake is not at full pool.
* My 2007 Nitro 898DC is for sale. It is completely loaded! Retail this boat would sale for over $41,000. Selling price is $27,500.00.
• If you are looking to buy a Nitro bass boat or a Nitro fish/ski boat I have Nitro gift certificates that can save you from $250.00 to $500.00. Just let me know you want or need one and I'll see to it that I get it to you.
* I will be holding a beginner "Bassin' Class" June 23, 2007. Please check my web site for more details.
If I can be of more help or assistance regarding a trip or "Bassin' Class" please contact me at 972-636-7022 / 800-965-0350 or by e-mail at jeff@jeffkirkwood.com. My web site, www.fishinwithjeff.com. If your club, organization or church is looking for a guest speaker I'd be happy to come just give me a call and we'll get it on the calendar.
It's that time of year to start looking at your calendar for guide trips for winter and spring. The earlier you book your date the easier it will be to get the date(s) you want. I have dates available if you're looking for a FULL-TIME guide. Available dates through May; May – 3, 14, 15, 23, 24, 28, 29 & 31. So, should you want to become one of my many valued customers and a great group of fishermen give me a call, I'd be honored to be your guide. UNTIL NEXT TIME…GOOD LUCK & TIGHT-LINES!!!
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