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One more UL report - Boatloadakids - 06-04-2015
Sure don't want to over-do the reporting on Utah Lake and I ain't just postin' to brag... but, I hit Lincoln again this a.m. and caught cats faster than I could handle two poles. I fished alone today cuz by crew was tied up in a church activity. Bridger handled it okay but Carsen balked and was contemplating either atheism or a new religion. They will be with me next time out.
Arrived at about 6:00 and fished until guilt made me quit. I caught so many cats I just chucked most of them back in the water... kept a few for a photo session and then all were returned to the water. I left at 8:30 and never saw another fool on the water. Most of the cats were battered males, biggest going about 27 inches and 8 pounds. Caught them on carp and wb but I really think almost any bait would catch them now.
Attached a couple of photos of the cats and another of the way I prep wb for fishing. When the frozen chunks thaw out all the juices are still there and the cats hone in on them like bloodhounds. I do the same thing with frozen carp. An old band saw does the trick. Good bait but a dozen crawlers from Wal Mart would probably work just as well.
If you have family or kids who would like to have some fast cat action now is the time. I was anchored in 6 feet of water and throwing toward shore. Water temp 69 degrees.
Get 'em while they are hot!
BLK
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Re: [Boatloadakids] One more UL report - RangerRat - 06-04-2015
You are really on those big cats. Wish I lived closer I'd surely be down there playin' with the kitties. Good reports lately.
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Re: [Boatloadakids] One more UL report - albinotrout - 06-04-2015
Ooooo I can't wait till Saturday. Weather lookin ok for a morning excursion.
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Re: [Boatloadakids] One more UL report - MisterCompletely - 06-04-2015
Don't you even think of not posting your reports. We love readin' 'em. Looks like you made a major haul this time, and all alone too. Amazing.
I like your method for the bait fish. I'll have to put on old blade on my bandsaw.
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Re: [Boatloadakids] One more UL report - Lonnie - 06-04-2015
Great report , I really enjoy your reports. However I should point out that there is a daily bag limit of 8 channel cats (you mentioned you were alone) Your pic shows atleast 14. No5t complaining mind you, just hate to see you get fined
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Re: [Lonnie] One more UL report - Boatloadakids - 06-05-2015
Okay, I'm a criminal... but I have my defense all prepared: first, I claim ignorance -- that always works... then diminished capacity; maybe senility??, or, how 'bout the devil made me do it?... lastly, stupidity.
Others have pointed out my flagrant violation of the limit on cats and I appreciate the heads up warning. I do not take the fishing laws lightly but I assumed I was in compliance as long as I returned all of the fish to the sea. Not so. It is illegal to have more than 8 in possession at any time.
Guess I learn something every day about channel cats... now I even know the possession limits[blush]
To those who pointed out my error, a respectful and sincere thanks. I would much rather be educated here than on a citation.
I'm goin' fishin' now.
BLK
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Re: [Boatloadakids] One more UL report - albinotrout - 06-05-2015
I know how to fix that. If your normal crew can't join ya time for a temporary ship mate.[angelic]
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Re: [albinotrout] One more UL report - TubeDude - 06-05-2015
[#0000FF]Or maybe bring along a couple of "blow up dolls". It sometimes works for the guys who like to drive in the HOV lanes on the freeway...until a sharp-eyed officer spots the fake. Might be tough to find one that can hold a fishing rod...in her hands.
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