Posts for: cdgill74
Apr 26, 2024 13:06:44 #
Papa D wrote:
I've only been to the Welty Gate (see map below). Welty crosses Hwy 132.
Drifted cut anchovies on the bottom just below the gate -- caught one striper and one cat the only time I've been this year. Done well there almost every time I've been there.
Drifted cut anchovies on the bottom just below the gate -- caught one striper and one cat the only time I've been this year. Done well there almost every time I've been there.
Pretty nice of you to share your exact spot Papa!
Apr 5, 2024 13:26:06 #
wmbigchef wrote:
Hi everyone. William, here. Early next week I will be fishing lake Mcswain. I was wondering what bait the trout are biting on? I am there will still be plenty of trout left from the derby this weekend. Thank you for your time and help.
If fishing from the bank most guys catch them on Powerbait.
Mar 24, 2024 16:48:22 #
Sonorafish wrote:
We are in Sonora, CA for the week and we are looking for spots near by. We’d love to to go out for crawdads as well. Not fly fishing and no boat. New Mellones? Don Pedro? I’m thinking Pinecrest may still have snow and the pass may be closed.
Thank you!
Thank you!
New Melones would be a good option for bank fishing.
Mar 13, 2024 13:10:22 #
BassTracker wrote:
Anyone been to New Malones lately ? headed up on Sat and was curious
Haven't fished it but was up there the weekend before last and the water is up and finally using the highest boat ramp.
Feb 27, 2024 13:47:40 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Hello stagers,
I myself am not much of a NFL football fan.
Baseball ⚾️ is more my thing.
I am however getting paid big bucks to work night shift security at the NFL combine in Indianapolis.
Let us all know if you have a favorite NFL team, or any other sport for that matter.
Commander Bell out
I myself am not much of a NFL football fan.
Baseball ⚾️ is more my thing.
I am however getting paid big bucks to work night shift security at the NFL combine in Indianapolis.
Let us all know if you have a favorite NFL team, or any other sport for that matter.
Commander Bell out
Don't care for the city itself much but been a SF 49ers and SF Giants fan since I was a kid.
Aug 28, 2023 19:59:03 #
Stormranch wrote:
Hello all. I am new to the forum and my user name ... (show quote)
Welcome Stormranch! Lead core line is okay just watch for the shallow water. A lot of the lake is around 20 feet and the deepest parts around 50. Flashers with a lure at the end or night crawler have both worked for me. Stay towards the middle trolling between the dam and up past the bathroom. I've heard the fishing has been slow this year. If you are there a whole week you can always go up seven miles and check out McClure, a much larger and deeper lake. Good luck!
May 30, 2023 13:43:39 #
Lisatingle wrote:
Any thoughts/suggestions on the best time of day, as well as location, for fly fishing in this area? We will be there in one week.
Are they even open yet up there yet? I did hear that the snow plows finally made it to the top of Sonora Pass. Pretty much anywhere around the resort and upstream is good fishing. Early morning and late afternoon is when I've had the best luck but have also caught fish any time of the day. Good luck the water will be running fast!
Jan 11, 2023 13:37:20 #
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Jer wrote:
Wow, is that lake back to normal pool?
Don Pedro and McClure are both right about 100% for this time of year historically. The others like Lake Shasta and Oroville have a ways to go. The snow pack in April will be telling of how much run-off we will have into the summer.
http://cdec.water.ca.gov/cgi-progs/products/rescond.pdf
Nov 4, 2022 13:11:41 #
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ranger632 wrote:
Wife has been wanting a catfish dinner so change it up today and target catfish. Cold but caught a couple each about 4 lbs just right for eating. Chicken breast with garlic. Old friend came by.
Hey Ranger, what part of McClure are you fishing? Will be heading that way tomorrow, was thinking about targeting trout at McSwain but after seeing those nice cats I might change my mind. Good job!
May 11, 2022 13:16:37 #
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Andy cacciatori wrote:
Got the boat out Monday on New Melones lake. br Ha... (show quote)
Sounds like a fun day Andy. Are you still launching at the third launch ramp?
May 6, 2022 13:17:01 #
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ranger632 wrote:
Back at McSwain this morning not only caught my limit got my PB trout a little over 3lbs. Fishing Gods were with me today. Happy Fishermen today.
Congrats Ranger nice pics. Looks like you caught them at the brush pile? Power Bait?
Apr 28, 2022 13:11:38 #
Jarheadfishnfool wrote:
Good Luck to Everyone's Team's Tonight ! My Team doesn't pick until tomorrow 😕 Go Rams !!🏈🤸♂️🤸♂️🕔
Go Niners!
Feb 8, 2022 13:25:23 #
Welcome to the stage Rob. Lake McSwain plants trout all year long and water levels stay pretty consistent. Lake Amador also stocks a lot of fish and is better for trout now rather than later in the spring and summer as the lake is small and the water heats up fast. Don Pedro, New Melones, Modesto Reservoir, Camanche, and Hogan all plant trout as well. Good Luck!
Aug 27, 2021 13:08:20 #
Andy cacciatori wrote:
Just want to say from the wife and I thank you for the Prayers and thoughts for our son on the fire 🔥.
His unit is coming home to day.
So thanks again and God bless all of you!!
Was supposed to have gone fishing to day with Ranger but a fire started up by his Daughters house yesterday afternoon in Sonora and I heard a fire started by New Melones lake.
So I hope his Daughter's house will be OK I'll be praying for her.
Thank you all again
Andy
Bassman
His unit is coming home to day.
So thanks again and God bless all of you!!
Was supposed to have gone fishing to day with Ranger but a fire started up by his Daughters house yesterday afternoon in Sonora and I heard a fire started by New Melones lake.
So I hope his Daughter's house will be OK I'll be praying for her.
Thank you all again
Andy
Bassman
Glad to hear he's coming home Andy. I heard 108 was closed and the whole town of Sonora was on evacuation warnings. The only plus right now is they're getting some containment on the Dixie fire after burning 750,000 acres but the Caldor fire is getting worse for sure. Good luck to your son and thank you to all the firefighters!
May 23, 2021 16:20:11 #
Spiritof27 wrote:
No lightnings? I keep going down there in hopes of catching one. I've just seen pictures.
No lightnings