Kokanee Fishing Forums http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/ Kokanee Fishing Forums, and Kokanee Salmon fishing community en Fri, 18 May 2012 15:04:14 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Kokanee Fishing Forums http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/ Summit Re-visited http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6263&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 13:58:05 GMT Went back to summit after work on Thurs.
We put 6 Kokanee in the box in 2 hours from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
12" was the small 13.5" was the large.
Kok's are still deep, 50 to 65ft.
6" sling blades and VTS Extreme spinners in blue and cop car did all the work.
Sorry, forgot the camera!
I'm off to Green Peter lake in Oregon today for the Kokanee Power Derby tomorrow, it's a great derby if any of you can make it they take last minute entry's.
Randy B ]]> Washington Kokanee Reports Randy B http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6263 Wallowa Lake Buschlight Invitational http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6262&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 05:37:14 GMT Its the 3rd annual trip to the lake. Hoping to see FISH GUTS out catching the koks. Looking to beat my personal best of 23.5 inches. Bringing the... Its the 3rd annual trip to the lake. Hoping to see FISH GUTS out catching the koks. Looking to beat my personal best of 23.5 inches. Bringing the kokaneefishingforum stickers just in case. ]]> Oregon Kokanee Reports Riverrunner http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6262 Wounded Veterans Fishing Day Pictures http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6261&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 04:28:45 GMT Did Mr. Gabriel e-mail pictures of the day to all participants? if not I will e-mail them to anyone that wants them. A lot of pictures/ MB of... Did Mr. Gabriel e-mail pictures of the day to all participants?
if not I will e-mail them to anyone that wants them. A lot of pictures/ MB of memory. I could look at posting them, but takes lots of space. ]]> Washington Kokanee Reports lowe1648mt http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6261 Looking for Lamiglas jigging rod advice http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6260&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 01:28:44 GMT I've focused entirely on trolling until now and would like to start jigging for Kokanee. I'd like to buy a rod just for jigging. I use the Jared Johnson CGR-762L for trolling. I love those rods and want to stay with Lamiglas.

Does anybody know which Lamiglas rod would work best for this application?

I've spent quite a bit of time searching and even posted on the Lamiglas forum but haven't had any luck.

I know there are lots of rods that will work but I'd prefer to stick with Lamiglas. If you know which Lamiglas model will work best, that would really help!

Thanks
Brian ]]> General Discussion bertschb http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6260 Boat for Sale http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6259&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 14:08:07 GMT I have twins on the way in July, only reason I am selling this boat. It's a 22'6" Four Winns cuddy. I am the third owner and it has been cared for very well over the years. I replaced the 350 merc cruiser motor two years ago with a Jasper engines 350 merc motor and have probably 20 hours on it since, runs strong and no problems. At the same time the motor was replaced I had the marina replace the gimble and everything behind the motor that would require it to be pulled to fix something. Also has new water circulation pump, new starter, two new batteries. The boat has been used for fishing and nothing else since I have owned it (7 years). It has a remote troll mounted on the swim deck that works great. Also with it comes the 15 hp Johnson four stroke trolling motor. Big enough to push it to shore/dock if you have problems. Troller pulls fuel from the main gas tank and charges the batteries while running. Comes with the downrigger mounts, marine radio, small fish finder, safety gear, etc. Again, I hate to sell it but need the money. Asking $5500.00 (new motor was $3500 alone). I don't know how to put photos on here but I am located in Green River, WY and if you are interested, i can send all the photos you want. (307)870-7246. ]]> Classifieds Code4 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6259 What is your favorite Praire Dog caliber? http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6258&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 04:36:04 GMT So what is your favorite praire dog caliber? I have been shooting the 17 HMR for the last couple of years and love it. Just curious what other... So what is your favorite praire dog caliber? I have been shooting the 17 HMR for the last couple of years and love it. Just curious what other whistle pig shooters like to use. ]]> HUNTING FORUM sawtooth http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6258 Diamond Lake http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6257&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 18:36:39 GMT I suggest getting down to Diamond Lake if you can. We fished Friday the 11th, and last Monday the 14th. Caught 16 fish on Friday, and 19 fish on... I suggest getting down to Diamond Lake if you can. We fished Friday the 11th, and last Monday the 14th. Caught 16 fish on Friday, and 19 fish on Monday for 3 of us. Monday had 15 fish in the 15 to 21" range.
South end of the lake in 15' of water, using garlic powerbait and 42" of leader.

Ice is gone, only the north boat ramp is open, but they were plowing the south ramp on Monday. ]]> OREGON NON-KOKANEE Reports stellar973 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6257 New Mexico report 5-15-2012 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6256&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:41:51 GMT May 15 Northeast Cabresto Lake: The lake and campground closed May 14 and will stay closed for about six months while the dam is being... May 15

Northeast

Cabresto Lake: The lake and campground closed May 14 and will stay closed for about six months while the dam is being rebuilt.
Charette Lakes: Fishing was very good using Power Bait and small wet flies for limits of trout. Fishing was fair using worms and Power Bait for perch.
Cimarron River: Hot spot for trout: Fishing was very good using BWOs, parachute adams, bead head pheasant tails, Cimarron worms and bead head red San Juan worms. A few fish were also taken on night crawlers and small spinners. Water flow below Eagle Nest Lake as of Monday was 34 cfs.
Clayton Lake: Trout fishing was fair to good using homemade dough baits and Power Bait. We had no reports on other species. Due to low water conditions, only small boats, kayaks and canoes can be launched.
Conchas Lake: Fishing was good using crank baits, jerk baits, bottom bouncer/night crawler rigs, grubs, minnows and sassy shad for walleye. The best reports came from anglers fishing the south side of the lake at night. Fishing for white bass was good using crank baits, grubs and spinners. Fishing for crappie was good using minnows and small crappie jigs. Fishing for smallmouth bass and largemouth bass was fair using tubes, creature baits, spinner baits, senkos and crank baits. Andrew Orlicky caught two good size walleye and four largemouth bass while using olive colored tubes. His big bass was 3.6 pounds. Fishing was fair using stink baits and chicken liver for catfish. The surface water temp was in the low to mid 60s.
Coyote Creek: Trout fishing was good using Power Bait, worms, salmon eggs and copper John Barrs.
Eagle Nest Lake: Hot spot for perch: Anglers are reporting catching limits of perch. They are using a variety of baits including night crawlers, Power Bait, salmon eggs, worms and small jigs. Fishing for rainbow trout was good using spinners, Pistol Petes, Z Rays, Power Bait, salmon eggs and corn. Fishing was good using Rapalas, Kastmasters and swim baits for northern pike. Fishing was fair trolling spinners for kokanee.
Gallinas River: We had no reports from anglers this week.
Hopewell Lake: This lake was recently stocked but we had no reports from anglers this week.
Lake Maloya: Hot spot for trout: Fishing was very good using an assortment of flies, Pistol Petes, spinners, Power Bait, worms, homemade dough baits and salmon eggs for trout up to 16 inches.
Maxwell Lake 13: Fishing was very good using Power Bait, salmon eggs and spinners for limits of trout between 18 and 24 inches. We had no reports on other species.
Monastery Lake: We had no reports from anglers this week.
Morphy Lake: Fishing was good using Pistol Petes, Power Bait, salmon eggs and homemade dough bait for trout.
Pecos River: Water flow near the town of Pecos on Monday was 236 cfs. Trout fishing through here and in the Villanueva area was slow to fair using worms and tungsten bead nymphs.
Red River: Water flow below the hatchery was 132 cfs. Fishing was fair using copper John Barrs and worms for trout.
Rio Grande: The water flow Monday at the Taos Junction Bridge was 458 cfs. Fishing for smallmouth bass was very good using big tan streamers and wooly buggers. Fishing for trout was good using red copper John Barrs, poundmeisters and wooly buggers. A few were also taken on Power Bait, salmon eggs and spinners. Fishing for northern pike was fair using large streamers and pike flies.
Rio Pueblo: Water flow was a bit high but the water was clear. Trout fishing was fair to good using tungsten bead hares ears and copper John Barrs.
Shuree Ponds: Closed for the season. Opens July 1.
Springer Lakes: Fishing was fair to good using cut bait and crank baits for northern pike up to 27 inches. We had no reports on other species. With the water release for irrigation, it has become difficult to launch boats.
Storrie Lake: Hot spot for trout: Fishing was very good using Power Bait and cheese for trout up to 17 inches. We had no reports on other species. The best reports came from anglers fishing the early morning hours.
Ute Lake: Walleye fishing was good trolling crank baits along the edge of brush lines in 12-to-16 feet of water. Some were also taken on bottom bouncer/night crawler rigs and minnows. Fishing was good using minnows and small crappie jigs. Fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass was fair using jigs, tubes, power worms, creature baits, grubs and crank baits in shallow water. Fishing for white bass was slow. Fishing for catfish was fair using shrimp, stink baits and chicken liver. The surface water temp on the main lake was in the low to mid 60s.

Northwest

Abiquiu Lake: Fishing was fair using jerk baits, tubes, crank baits, creature baits and minnows for smallmouth bass. Fishing was slow to fair using minnows, bottom bouncer/night crawler rigs, grubs and crank baits for walleye. Fishing was fair using crank baits, spinners, salmon eggs and Power Bait for trout. We had no reports on other species.
Animas River: As of Monday morning flow near Cedar Hill was 1,290 cfs. Trout fishing was slow.
Bluewater Lake: Fishing for tiger musky was good using crank baits, Kastmasters, spinners, tubes and Power Bait. Anglers are reminded that the size limit for tiger musky is 40 inches. Short fish must be returned and only one over 40 inches may be kept. Had reports of three tigers over 45 inches this past week but have been unable to verify. We will pass along details when we get them. Trout fishing was slow to fair using Power Bait, salmon eggs and spinners. The surface water temp ranged from the mid 50s to the low 60s.
Canjilon Lakes: The lakes were recently stocked but we had no reports from anglers this week.
Chama River: Monday morning water flows below El Vado and Abiquiu were 462 cfs and 583 cfs respectively. Trout fishing below El Vado was fair using silver and gold Panther Martins, Power Bait and salmon eggs. We had no reports from below Abiquiu.
Cochiti Lake: Fishing was good using spinners, tubes, craws, jerk baits and senkos for smallmouth bass. Fishing for northern pike was slow to fair using jerk baits, buzz baits and spinners. Fishing for catfish was fair using chicken liver. We had no reports on other species.
El Vado Lake: We had no reports from anglers this week.
Fenton Lake: Fishing was good using worms, Power Bait, Panther Martins, homemade dough baits, bead head nymphs and olive Pistol Petes for trout.
Heron Lake: Fishing was slow for all species. A few kokanee and rainbows were caught by anglers trolling Panther Martins and Arnies spinners. A few trout were caught by anglers fishing from the bank and using Power Bait. We had no reports on lake trout.
Jackson Lake: We had no reports from anglers this week.
Jemez Waters: Water flow on the Jemez as of Monday morning was 45 cfs. Trout fishing over the past weekend was good using worms, Power Bait and Panther Martins. On the Cebolla, fishing was good using worms. On the Rio Las Vacas, fishing was fair using hoppers, copper John Barrs and worms.
Laguna del Campo: Opened for the season on May 1. Trout fishing was fair using Power Bait, salmon eggs and spinners. This is a special trout water open to anglers age 14 years or under, 65 years and older, handicapped anglers or up to 2 parents/guardians in direct supervision of a child or children age 14 years or younger who is fishing. This water was formerly known as Burn’s Canyon Lake.
Lake Farmington: Trout fishing was slow to fair using Power Bait. We had no reports on other species.
Manzano Lake: Trout fishing was slow.
McGaffey Lake: We had no reports from anglers this week.
Navajo Lake: Fishing was fair using chatter baits, tubes, senkos, jigs, smallie beavers and clausers for smallmouth bass and largemouth bass. Fishing was good using small jigs and minnows in the backs of coves for crappie. Fishing for northern pike was slow to fair using crank baits, swim baits, jerk baits and spinner baits. Fishing was fair using worms for bluegill. We had no reports on other species. Surface temps ranged from 58 degrees to 64 degrees.
Ramah Lake: We had no reports from anglers this week.
San Juan: Water flow below Navajo Lake as of Monday morning was 504 cfs. The latest word we have on the flow increase is that it will now start on May 21. That gives us another week to get up there for some great fishing. Trout fishing through the Quality Waters was very good using small flashback pheasant tails, gray foam wing emergers, small streamers, fluffy baetis, dead chickens, Chernobyl ants and hoppers. Through the bait waters, fishing was good using spinners, night crawlers, jerk baits, worms, wooly buggers and Power Bait. Back on May 6, Jayden Shaw, age 10 of Aztec caught a nice 14-inch brown while using an orange and gold spinner. Also, Hannah Deenihan of Aztec caught a nice fat 18-inch rainbow. She was using a nightcrawler.
Santa Cruz Lake: Trout fishing was fair using Power Bait, spinners, small crank baits, Pistol Petes, salmon eggs and corn.
Seven Springs Brood Pond: This water is open to fishing for youth under the age of 12 and
an excellent place to take youngsters and get them interested in fishing. The pond is well
stocked to offer youngsters a great fishing experience
Tingley Beach: Trout fishing at the Central Ponds was slow with just a few fish taken on homemade dough bait, Power Bait and spinners. A few bluegills were caught by anglers using worms. We had no reports on other species. Fishing at the Catch-and-Release Pond was slow. ]]> New Mexico Kokanee Forum LarryPhan http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6256 Canadian koke quest http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6255&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 16:01:39 GMT Monday I went to launch my boat at Wood lake and talked to a guy coming off the water. He reported that there were no fish in that lake, his fifth... Monday I went to launch my boat at Wood lake and talked to a guy coming off the water. He reported that there were no fish in that lake, his fifth trip and no fish in his boat. I then drove north to the next lake, Kalamalka lake. We trolled for about 4 hours in three different locations on that lake and never graphed a fish on that lake. On Wednesday, I put the boat in the Vancouver harbor and fished up the Indian Arm looking for some early spawners. We spent the better part of the day trolling and looking for fish and never graphed anything. By this time I am wondering if my graph even still works. Two days on the water and I haven't marked a fish yet. Thursday I went up to Alouette Lake. I was happy to start marking fish, not to happy I couldn't entice them to bite. We trolled that lake all day and did manage to catch 3 small koke's. I would guess that the biggest one was 10" at the most. I was told next time I go up I should make it in July. The river fishing is good even though it is elbow to elbow with other fisherman. The picture is of Alouette Lake.
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]]> Canada Kokanee Reports Forum jekern1015 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6255 place to camp @ wickiup http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6254&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 13:53:55 GMT Im headin up to wickiup memorial day weekend. Was wondering if anybody could give me a heads up on where to stay. Im headin up to wickiup memorial day weekend. Was wondering if anybody could give me a heads up on where to stay. ]]> Oregon Kokanee Reports rainORsnow1 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6254 Plugs http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6253&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 09:33:18 GMT Even though I only gots 4 kokanee trips under my belt I've limited every time but it's taken hours & hours to do so. That'll probably improve with a fishfinder and something to tell speed I'm sure. Anyhow being true to my handle this next weekend after I get the 1st fish in the box I'm putting away my usual rigs and giving plugs a good ole' try.
I've caught tons of trout all over the state and silvers at Riffe on plugs. I don't see why I shouldn't be able to grab a koke or two on them as well. That and I just can't stand not to have a plug in the water all day long.
I've got boxes and boxes full of Hot Shots, Flatfish, Wee Tads and Warts got to be something that'll shake em up.
I'll give a report sunday night.
I'm thinking hot shots and flatfish aren't going to work to well with a dodger but have caught many behind gang trolls with them. So it'll probably just be wee tads and warts behind dodgers.
Rod ]]> Washington Kokanee Reports plugs http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6253 How to make hoochies http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6252&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 02:25:54 GMT I want to make some of my own hoochies. What size line and hooks?Also what brand skirts are best and what colors should I get? I want to make some of my own hoochies. What size line and hooks?Also what brand skirts are best and what colors should I get? ]]> General Discussion Chad http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6252 Big Kokanee Question http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6251&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 23:21:53 GMT Where are they............. Don't know if it is me or what. Even though it is early in the season, i havn't heard of hardly any kokes over three pounds. Been out a few times and you can catch all the two pounders you want as quick as you want but the bigger fish seem to be eluding me. Everyone that i've talked to has the same report. I'm sure with the derbies coming up someone will find them. Who knows maybe the burbot got them. LOL ]]> Flaming Gorge Kokanee Reports TheFireman http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6251 Green Peter derby is this weekend.. 05/19/12 http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6250&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 13:07:34 GMT If you haven't signed up yet you still have time, but hurry. Also we will be having sign up the night before the derby from 5:00 - 7:00 @ sunny side state park campsite 51.

We have a full day of FUN in store and the weather looks like its going to be great.. "Not too hot with no rain".

Hope to see you all there

Fish On kokaneekid. ]]> Kokanee Power Oregon kokaneekid http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6250 stevens derby http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6249&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 04:46:27 GMT Anybody know when the derby is this year for kokes? I wanted to fish it this year but i dont know anything about it. anybody know when/where, entry... Anybody know when the derby is this year for kokes? I wanted to fish it this year but i dont know anything about it. anybody know when/where, entry fee, etc...???? ]]> Washington Kokanee Reports ThatKokaneeKid http://www.kokaneefishingforum.com/fishing-forums/showthread.php?t=6249