01-20-2004, 07:55 AM
Nighthawk,
Two of my favorite lakes are Comins and Kolob, though I try to fish everything within a 4hr drive. I've never been to the Boulders or to the Beaver area... those areas are just a bit outside my range, though I do have plans to get up there eventually. I hit Panguich and the surrounding creeks once a year during an annual camping trip a buddy of mine puts together. I used to fish Echo and Eagle Valley Reservoirs a bunch, but I didn't go to either this past year. I also go to Lee's Ferry a couple of times a year. When I can find the time I like to catch bluegill at Floyd Lamb, which isn't too far from my house. I've also done ok at Lake Mead with carp, though I really couldn't term my carp fishing as "successful". I also hit San Diego a couple times a year when I go on trips with the wife. I wake early and I can usually get a few hours of morning fishing at one of the bays while she sleeps. I occaissionlly hit Baker reservoir and I've been known to go to Gunlock as well. I hit Fish Lake(and some of the smaller lakes in the area) this past year and I definately plan on going back this year. I'm usually a catch and release kinda guy, but this past year I got my first taste of yellow perch, and I won't be throwing any of them back in from now on. There's several places I'm sure I missed, but that's a quick rundown. I'm used to camping twice a month for most of the year. That is, until this year. We were blessed with a baby boy, my first child. Due to the added responsibility, I wasn't able to camp very much and was limited to day trips this past year. That is why I bought the boat and am getting interested in Lake Mead. Until he's old enough to go with me I have to fish closer to home. Also the wife has agreed to go camping with me quite a bit since I got a boat for her to tag along with me while I'm fishing. She used to get bored at camp while I was out in the float tube, but she doesn't mind hanging out with me in the boat, which is cool.
Boy was I excited to find this site! I've been trying to find a Vegas based forum for years with no luck. The biggest problem I foresee is finding the fish. Once I can find them, it's only a matter of time before I adjust to something they'll hit. I pretty much plan on staying with the fly rod for these guys. While I don't mind other types of fishing, it's the fight I enjoy with the fly rod. I'm also interested in crappie, bluegill, black bass, and even tilapia if I can find a fly they'll hit... not to mention carp. I don't eat them, but when I get lucky enough to hook one with the fly rod, boy are they fun. Hands down one of the hardest fighting fish for their size that I know.
Next Sun - Tues I'm going with some guys to Lee's Ferry, but after that it's gonna be Lake Mead for awhile. If I can get to the point where I can catch 4 or 5 striper a trip (average) then I'll be happy.
I'm looking forward to getting to know you guys and maybe going fishing with some of you one day. I didn't buy a huge boat, but it will fit two comfortably, and since I generally fish alone, that leaves room for one more.
Again, I welcome all advice on helping me find success on Lake Mead.
Later guys,
Mark
ps. I forgot to ask earlier.. what are you guys thoughts on fishing at night with a light. I have a submersible white light I bought a few years ago for crappie fishing and was wanting to try it out for striper some time.[reply]
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Two of my favorite lakes are Comins and Kolob, though I try to fish everything within a 4hr drive. I've never been to the Boulders or to the Beaver area... those areas are just a bit outside my range, though I do have plans to get up there eventually. I hit Panguich and the surrounding creeks once a year during an annual camping trip a buddy of mine puts together. I used to fish Echo and Eagle Valley Reservoirs a bunch, but I didn't go to either this past year. I also go to Lee's Ferry a couple of times a year. When I can find the time I like to catch bluegill at Floyd Lamb, which isn't too far from my house. I've also done ok at Lake Mead with carp, though I really couldn't term my carp fishing as "successful". I also hit San Diego a couple times a year when I go on trips with the wife. I wake early and I can usually get a few hours of morning fishing at one of the bays while she sleeps. I occaissionlly hit Baker reservoir and I've been known to go to Gunlock as well. I hit Fish Lake(and some of the smaller lakes in the area) this past year and I definately plan on going back this year. I'm usually a catch and release kinda guy, but this past year I got my first taste of yellow perch, and I won't be throwing any of them back in from now on. There's several places I'm sure I missed, but that's a quick rundown. I'm used to camping twice a month for most of the year. That is, until this year. We were blessed with a baby boy, my first child. Due to the added responsibility, I wasn't able to camp very much and was limited to day trips this past year. That is why I bought the boat and am getting interested in Lake Mead. Until he's old enough to go with me I have to fish closer to home. Also the wife has agreed to go camping with me quite a bit since I got a boat for her to tag along with me while I'm fishing. She used to get bored at camp while I was out in the float tube, but she doesn't mind hanging out with me in the boat, which is cool.
Boy was I excited to find this site! I've been trying to find a Vegas based forum for years with no luck. The biggest problem I foresee is finding the fish. Once I can find them, it's only a matter of time before I adjust to something they'll hit. I pretty much plan on staying with the fly rod for these guys. While I don't mind other types of fishing, it's the fight I enjoy with the fly rod. I'm also interested in crappie, bluegill, black bass, and even tilapia if I can find a fly they'll hit... not to mention carp. I don't eat them, but when I get lucky enough to hook one with the fly rod, boy are they fun. Hands down one of the hardest fighting fish for their size that I know.
Next Sun - Tues I'm going with some guys to Lee's Ferry, but after that it's gonna be Lake Mead for awhile. If I can get to the point where I can catch 4 or 5 striper a trip (average) then I'll be happy.
I'm looking forward to getting to know you guys and maybe going fishing with some of you one day. I didn't buy a huge boat, but it will fit two comfortably, and since I generally fish alone, that leaves room for one more.
Again, I welcome all advice on helping me find success on Lake Mead.
Later guys,
Mark
ps. I forgot to ask earlier.. what are you guys thoughts on fishing at night with a light. I have a submersible white light I bought a few years ago for crappie fishing and was wanting to try it out for striper some time.[reply]
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