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Gulf Grouper By CAM Staff
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rystal LaFosse fishes a lot. She’s traveled to destination fisheries around the world. Everywhere she’s been has its own allure, but she said when it comes to catching fish, nowhere compares to Louisiana’s Gulf Coast. What would you expect to hear from a Louisiana girl? Cajun Tackle in Lake Charles, La. is the family business, which Crystal operates with her brother and her parents. She is the founder and director of the Salty Catch Fishing Rodeo in Lake Charles and director of the Tuna & Swordfish Challenge at Hurricane Hole in Grand Isle, La. Even with so much fishing in her work life, she relishes the opportunity to launch out of Lake Charles with family, friends and her 6-year-old son Cardyn. Despite the excellent inshore opportunities nearby in the maze of waterways and Calcasieu Lake, Crystal’s favorite destination is well over 100 miles out in the Gulf in grouper water. West Louisiana doesn’t enjoy the same proximity to deep water as destinations to the east. With runs inside 50 miles out of Venice or Grand Isle, anglers flock to the deep-water rigs and rock bottom where the edge of the Continental Shelf provides dramatic depth changes. Out of Lake Charles, it’s a 110- to 130-mile run to reach the 200-foot depths and prime grouper territory. However, those willing to make longer runs will find bottom that hasn’t already been picked clean by other anglers. “Most people don’t come here to target grouper because the run offshore is so far,” Crystal said, “but that also makes it good because the area is not over-fished.” Yellowedge, gag, and strawberry grouper are some of Crystal’s personal favorites, but she said it’s always fun when the rod tip bends over and you really don’t know what you’re bringing up. Regardless of the species, grouper are some of the best eating fish in the sea, and loading the box with delicious fish is half the fun. “There’s nothing better than cranking in a huge Warsaw grouper. That’s just the best!” she said. The challenge of strapping on a harness and battling a big Warsaw is enough to test anyone’s strength and endurance. Reeling up a 200-plus-pounder is on Crystal’s to-do list. “Typically the big grouper hang on the up-current side of the rigs in 200 to 250 feet of water,” Crystal said. “Bottom fishing, you’re looking for rock or reef formations, drop offs and drastic water depth changes. Usually anything over 200 feet is good grouper territory.” For Crystal, “anything over 200 feet” is sometimes 500 feet or deeper, when you never know what’s going to come up on the end of the line. Her rigs account for the dark waters at these depths with lights that mimic the bioluminescence of squid and attract grouper. “There are several ways to deep drop, and grouper rigs can be made with one to five hooks, ” she said. “Typically when you’re targeting a big warsaw, it’s with an 18/0 or 20/0 circle hook rig with glowing lights, a 3- to 5-pound weight and live bait around the oil rigs. I make my own three-hook rigs using 8/0 or 10/0 circle hooks, glow in the dark squid, lights, and topped with dead squid bait… You can use the 3-5 hook rigs around structure or just bottom fishing on rock piles. “The glow squid are from Offshore Angler, Fathom Offshore, and many other brands. The LED deep-drop lights range in colors of blue,
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Mountain Lakes Are Calling
By Nick Carter eering into clear-green water from the casting deck, frantic movement is the first thing to catch your eye. As a morning fog evaporates, rolling mountains rise up all around and the sun breaks through to reveal small groups of blueback herring. They dart back and forth, skittering near the surface to evade or confuse predators below. Then it happens. It starts with a few scattered topwater hits and intensifies. By the time you look up from impaling the nose of a blueback from the bait tank, there is an acre of water boiling. Big hybrid bass herd herring around the cove. The trolling motor whirrs to keep you in casting range. For the next few hours the action came in flurries, with multiple anglers battling through double and triple hook-ups whenever baits encountered a school of hungry hybrids. Some fish came on multiple downlines arrayed in rod holders. The most exciting takes
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Perfect storm, meet the perfect bib. Huk’s Next Level Bib is built to keep Mother Nature at bay. They start with a lightweight stretch 3-layer, waterproof 10,000mm/Breathable 5000g shell. It’s 100 percent waterproof and windproof, which keeps all the elements out while maintaining best-in-class breathability. All the seams are taped and zippers welded to keep them from leaking. Non-binding and high-stretch, the bib is exceptionally comfortable and gives the wearer a full range of motion. Zip side entry allows for easy on and off, and there’s a zip fly for… well, you know. Gear can be kept handy in a large waterproof tape-welded chest pocket or dual front-thigh bellowed cargo pockets. There’s an internal mesh chest pouch pocket for items you keep close to your heart. Articulated knees are reinforced for durability. Velcro side tabs attached to a rear belt system and boot hem zippers allow the wearer to completely customize the fit. Elastic Huk-branded shoulder straps also optimize comfort. With Huk’s Next Level Bib, there is no such thing as bad weather.
www.hukgear.com Dakine Caliber Jacket The Caliber Jacket is Dakine’s go anywhere, do anything rain jacket. The company’s most technical men’s everyday jacket, the Caliber is sure to become an everyday, lightweight layer for guys who enjoy any type of outdoor adventure. Don’t let the good-looking modern tailored fit fool you. This is a hard-core weatherproof jacket with a waterproof shell that features fully seam-sealed, breathable construction with waterproof zippers and a helmetcompatible cinch hood to keep moisture out. Mechanical stretch 2.5 Layer construction provides a 20K/20K rating, which means this outer layer provides a wide range of motion with superb waterproof breathability. Underarm pit zips provide added ventilation for temperature regulation. Anglers will appreciate bomb-proof zippers that will stand up to the roughest marine environments and the clean exterior, which limits linegrabbing and tangling potential. Notable fit features include an extended back hem, articulated sleeves and adjustable cuffs. An invisible zippered media chest pocket keeps your electronic gadgetry safe, dry and secure. Dakine is based in the windy and wet Pacific Northwest, and the Caliber jacket is designed to keep wearers comfortable and dry in just those conditions.
ExOfficio prides itself on high-performance apparel for travel and adventure, and their technical clothing might as well be custommade for anglers. Their Sol Cool line is designed for the sun, and the Camino Convertible Pant-Short is perfect to keep you comfortable whether you’re wetwading a mountain stream, casting from the deck of a bass boat or poling the Bermudian flats. The benefits of zip-off legs are obvious for anyone who has spent any time on the water, and UPF 50 sun protection is essential for long days in the sun. The jade-infused Nycott fabric with Teflon Shield+ is very durable, stands up to rough treatment and even feels cool to the touch. Silvadur anti-bacterial technology helps eliminate odor, so you’ll smell fresher when you come off the water. The Camino Convertible Pant-Short features two security zip cargo pockets, a cell phone pouch inside the right leg pocket, two security zip back pockets, zippered leg hems, full inseam gusset, contoured tricot-lined waistband and an indestructible button system. All lengths zip off to an 8.5-inch short. And weighing just 10.5 ounces, you might forget you’re wearing pants.
www.exofficio.com Xtratuf Legacy 2.0 Engineered to withstand the world’s toughest conditions, the Legacy 2.0 is a hardcore fishing boot 50 years in the making. The latest addition to XTRATUF’s iconic legacy collection features an advanced new outsole that surpasses the SRC slip resistance rating, a textured heel for easy on/off that won’t get caught in gill nets and a contoured toppling binding so it does not rub harshly against calves. Acid- and chemicalresistant uppers along with shin and bib guards keep fishermen protected while a Polyurethane insole ensures comfort for long days on deck. All boots within the Legacy collection are 100 percent waterproof with unique performance features. Each boot is made with XTRATUF’s signature triple dipping technique, which creates a seamless barrier that is highly resistant to many organic and inorganic acids, chemicals and contaminants. The latex neoprene is ozone resistant and is softer, lighter and far more pliable than ordinary rubber. Cushioned insoles with arch support help fight fatigue and stress on the legs and back. All XTRATUF Legacy boots come with a non-marking, slip-resistant Chevron outsole that provides unparalleled traction on any surface in the most extreme conditions.
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If they’ll keep you comfortable in the Himalayas, they’ll keep you comfortable anywhere. Sherpa’s Nilgiris are the perfect soft-shell pant for any outdoor activity in cold conditions.
If there’s anyone who knows how to stay warm in bitter cold conditions, it’s waterfowlers, who view frigid temperatures as invitation to go out into the field. Heybo’s Delta Vest is designed to protect you from bitter winds on those cold-weather days. This classic-cut piece features Realtree Max 5 camo, a vertical zippered pocket on the left chest, and two lower zippered pockets. The Delta Vest is built to be worn in the field or as a casual piece. With a full zip front, the Delta Vest features 100 percent poly fleece to keep your core warm while allowing freedom of movement for your arms. Even in damp conditions, this moisture wicking garment will keep you warm. The Delta vest may have been designed for duck hunting, but any outdoorsman will appreciate the warmth and functionality of this versatile vest.
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Stretchy and quiet, Nilgiris keep you feeling warm, dry and comfortable even as you work up a sweat. They are made of a three-layer softshell laminate and lined with a light, soft fleece, so they provide breathable, durable, wind and water repellant shelter for your legs. They are also stretchy, which means moving in them feels unrestricted and effortless. Wear them with a base-layer or on their own to suit conditions.
The North Face Men’s Venture 2 Jacket The Venture 2 Jacket is an unlined, packable, weatherproof rain jacket that is perfect for year-round use. Whether you’re in the backcountry of the Florida Keys or the Blue Ridge Mountains, this lightweight, waterproof and windproof jacket will be there to protect you from the elements when you need it.
The Three-layer softshell laminate is highly breathable and wind- and water-proof. A gusseted crotch accommodates a full and natural range of motion. Three zip pockets—two hand and one thigh—keep essentials handy. Long, twoway, ankle zippers allow for venting and easy on and off over boots. An integrated, adjustable belt customizes the fit, and there are no seams on top of the knees to chafe or cause discomfort. These pants are functional enough to keep you happy in the harshest conditions and comfortable enough to wear around the house.
www. sherpaadventuregear. co.uk Under Armour Storm Surge The Storm Surge is exactly the lightweight rain jacket one would expect from Under Armour, a company devoted to designing high-performance apparel. Unbelievably lightweight and packable, the Storm Surge is a jacket that is easy to keep on-hand, whether in a pack or stowed in a box, which means it is the jacket that will be there when those pop-up thunderstorms roll over the water. UA’s Storm technology has created a shell that is 100 percent waterproof, with fully taped seams to keep the wearer dry in wet weather. And this piece of gear does not sacrifice breathability. A 10K/10K rating means the Storm Surge has found a good balance between keeping water out while allowing airflow For those warm, humid days, when some rain jackets just leave you wet with sweat instead of rain, on-demand zip vents under the arms provide additional breathability to keep the wearer cool and dry. On cool mornings, windproof materials and construction block out the breeze with 2.5 layer bonded fabric and a durable, smooth exterior. The Storm Surge has a loose, fuller cut for complete comfort and a full range of motion. Adjustable cuffs and a bungee hem keep moisture from creeping in, while zippered hand pockets keep gear safe.
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Heybo Delta Vest-Max 5
The North Face’s DryVent 2.5L technology utilizes a polyurethane coating that is remarkably waterproof, breathable and durable to create a jacket for active pursuits where light weight and packability are essential. An inner layer finished with dry touch print helps raise the fabric from the skin for comfort and to enable quick transfer of vapor to the outside. The Venture 2 also packs up small into its own pocket. In short, wherever you are, whatever you’re doing, this jacket is designed to be there to keep you dry and comfortable. A relaxed fit and adjustable hood provide a full range of motion as well as room for extra layers, hats or helmets. Pit-zip venting increases breathability. Hand pockets are covered and zippered to store gear safe and dry. Adjustable Velcro cuff tabs keep water from running down your arm while casting, and a hem cinch-cord stops wetness from coming in from below. With a durable yet breathable ripstop exterior, it is likely the wearer will never need to use The North Face’s legendary lifetime warranty.
www.northface.com HammerHead Mahi Mahi Ahi Gloves The HammerHead Dentex, Mahi Mahi Ahi gloves are protection on “rear-knuckle” steroids! Hammerhead has taken its best-selling red Dentex cutresistant gloves and added a thick coat of “EKP” or Enhanced Knuckle Protection to create the perfect gloves for spearfishing and lobstering. Dentex gloves were already the No. 1 best-selling protective gloves for warm water. Made from special UHMW ANSI Level 5 fabrics, they are light, flexible and offer incredible cut and puncture resistant protection up to 15 times stronger than steel. With chemical- and heat-resistant Nitrile Grip coating, you’ll never lose your grip on pole spears, rocks, fillet knives, lobster snares or with any application where extra grip is desired. With the addition of EKP, Hammerhead has brought a new and improved glove to the marketplace that offers complete protection for the front as well as the back of your hands and especially your knuckles.
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What’s It Like to Live in a Log Cabin?
By Ben Martin • Editor in Chief
View time-lapsed video at www.blueridgelogcabins.net As an outdoor enthusiast, I’m naturally drawn to the aesthetic charm of log cabins. I have enjoyed numerous stays and vacations in log cabins over the years. Living in one on a long term or even potentially permanent basis is an intriguing thought for me. With that question in mind, I set out to speak with individuals who have taken that step, just to get their honest opinions, before I make the leap to a log cabin as my permanent residence. My first call was to Mark Alberghini, our Charlotte, North Carolina co-publisher. He and his family have been living in a log cabin for more than 20 years. According to Mark, returning to his cabin after a stressfilled day in the publishing business offers an immediate calming effect. He went on to say that living in a log cabin has left him less interested in vacations than at any other time in his life. His now-grown daughters tell him they are always pleased to return to the log cabin for holidays and family events, and that it seems to have created a deeper sense of tradition than many of their friends who live in conventional homes seem to experience.
I then contacted several Blue Ridge Log Cabin homeowners to see how they compared the experience of log cabin living to conventional homes. Jerry and Carol Clark, who recently moved into their Blue Ridge Log Cabin, said the experience of returning to their log home is much more enjoyable than that of their previous conventional homes. Blue Ridge Log Cabin owner and high school principle Charlie Burry informed us that, “As a high school principle, I value regular downtime away from the pressures of my job.” In that regard, Mr. Burry went on to say, “My wife and I greatly enjoy the peace and relaxation afforded by log-home living verses a conventional home.” Jim Austin, another Blue Ridge Log Cabin owner, commented, “several years ago we decided to change our lifestyle and head out of the hustle and bustle of city life and settle for the quiet and serene country life. We found the perfect wooded location in the foothills of the Appalachians, complete with a little stream running through it. These past five years have been fantastic. We couldn’t have picked a better location or company to build our home. We absolutely love the quietness of the woods in which deer and turkey abound. The sound of our little creek in the morning mist seems heaven sent. Perfect setting, perfect cabin. We love it and wouldn’t change cabin living for the world.” Throughout the numerous interviews that were conducted, the response was always the same. Those homeowners who had changed from a conventional home to a log cabin unanimously agreed, the feeling of contentment, relaxation and satisfaction with the log home was far superior to that of their conventional home. Had this little research project been a survey, it would have seemed artificially skewed. Rarely will you find 100 percent of your survey group in agreement on nearly any subject. In this inquiry, every single person, without exception, agreed that they would never trade log-home living for a conventional home. That’s what it’s like to live in a log cabin.
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Mississippi/Gulf Coast FISHING FORECAST -
August - Captain Sonny Schindler Shore Thing Fishing Charters Bay St Louis, MS 228-342-2295 www.shorethingcharters.com
It’s still gonna be warm, so plan on getting an early start in September. Some of the biggest hauls of school trout and white trout happen this month. On the calmer days, we will be down south in the Louisiana Marsh, drifting oyster beds in an around 4 feet of water. As always, our go to rig will be the Boat Monkey popping corks, with 2 feet of 30lb leader, with a good soft plastic on the business end. We usually go with a shrimp imitation, like the Savage Gear 3-D shrimp or a 3/8 ounce jig head with a Matrix soft plastic. All of these oyster reefs can and will hold trout. Just watch for signs of life: shrimp jumping, birds diving or sitting, and trout slicks. If you see another boat fishing these reefs, please be courteous. Don’t approach on a quarter throttle and roll the area. If you are gonna fish on the same reef, come in slow on your trolling motor, or drift in with the wind. The near shore reefs off Hancock County will hold fish all month long. Big trout, reds, drum and sheepshead will be on the structures. Be prepared to lose a few hooks and work the reefs thoroughly. Focus on the breaks and current lines with live or dead shrimp. Even though it has been a painfully slow year for triple tails, we will still be on the look out. Give crab trap floats, channel markers and any floating debris a good once over. Keep a big live shrimp ready at all times when moving from spot to spot. As always, have fun and be safe.
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HUNTING Become one with the woods. This was the goal of Natchez, Mississippi’s own Rex Holmes Jr., CEO of Vapor Trail Scents. As a child, Rex spent most of his time in the woods or on the water, hunting and fishing. So, after retiring from a very successful twenty-plus year career in the industrial field, it was no surprise that he wanted to spend the majority of his time right back in the woods and on the water. But, a failed hunting trip sparked him to come out of retirement. He was wearing scent eliminator from head to toe, but still counted twenty-three deer detect his scent downwind and turn away. He decided to start his own company, Vapor Trail Scents, and invent his first product, the Vapor Maker. The Vapor Maker is a dispensing system for scent eliminator. Simply fill the Vapor Maker container with scent eliminator, then use the hose and sprayer to dispense an even mist throughout your environment. You
must also spray yourself from head to toe. The idea is that even with the wind blowing from directly behind you, the Vapor Maker could dispense a wall of scent eliminator between you and the animal. The Vapor Maker quickly became a favorite among local hunters and Vapor Trail Scents would soon expand its product line to include a few natural deer attractants, one of which was the popular “33 Point Buck”. The all natural “33 Point Buck” started out as deer attractant, but was later found to also have scent eliminating properties. On a hunting trip, Rex and friends made their way to a great hunting spot by boat. As luck would have it, Rex was plugging the gas line up to the motor when it spewed up his arm. After washing his arm in water and using the brand name scent eliminator from his bag, he still smelled like gasoline. There was no way he could hunt undetected now. In a last ditch effort, he decided to spray himself with the “33 Point Buck”. To his surprise, the
smell of gasoline was covered. This excited Rex. Was “33 Point Buck” an attractant that was also a great scent eliminator? Next, Rex devised a test for the “33”. He went to a local sporting goods store and bought some of their scent eliminating products. Then, he got three neighbors to participate in an experiment to test the “33” against the name brand products from the store to eliminate the scent of gasoline. Without knowing the names of the products, the participants were asked to rate each scent cover on a scale of 1-10. To his surprise, “33 Point Buck” had the best score from all three participants and the all natural attractant/scent eliminator is one of the company’s most popular products. If you want to see how well the “33” works, visit the Facebook page @vaportrailscents . You’ll see videos of Rex sitting by a pile of corn with hogs only a few feet away! But, because he sprayed himself
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Bass Fishing Report John.s.deshauteurs@gmail.com IG: @maniyakfishing88 Pelican Products Brand Ambassador Huk Performance Fishing Prostaff Everything Kayak Prostaff Native Watercraft Prostaff The summer is here in full force in south Mississippi with scorching temps in the high 80’s and low 90’s. I like to think that bass think like I do. If anything is getting done with these temperatures it is going to get done early in the morning or late in the afternoon. With this in mind, I try to target areas where I know baitfish will congregate or where the vegetation is plentiful. Bass fishing in a kayak means that you are somewhat restricted to how far you can travel on the river or on lakes in this heat. Google Earth is an awesome tool when fishing new grounds, you can get an idea of what the surrounding structure will be and how far of a trip you have ahead of you. My ideal morning is fishing a rock jetty with plenty of structure and windblown banks full of baitfish; having a game plan as the temperature rises is key to fishing in the summer. Once you get to your target area, you have to know how to target the bass. I live for a reaction bite; hard plastics is my first choice. In low light conditions, I will always throw a flashy moving bait. Crankbaits, spinnerbaits and topwater baits is how I will start my mornings, fan casting an area or making several cast along the jetty shoreline. When fishing jetties, the first thing I look for is rip rap, or some type of structure that sticks out from the shoreline.
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also referred to as the Mangrove Snapper. They inhabit the shallow rigs and artificial wrecks offshore and are in high numbers this time of year. The Gray Snapper will put up a heck of a fight on light tackle but may be tricky to catch at times during certain water conditions. I like to target Gray Snapper where the water clarity is off-green or dirtier. They tend to not see the leader as well depending on how aggressive their feeding habits are at the time but they can also be caught in areas with better water clarity. In that case, I would use a lighter fluorocarbon leader to make it a little more invisible to their keen eye sight. I prefer to rig up either a 4500 or
5500 class Spinning rod and reel setup with 50lb braid or a Conventional style setup with 30-40lb test mono both with a fluorocarbon leader tied on to be able to pull the larger size fish out of the structure as they tend to run hard for cover when hooked. I typically tie my leader straight to the mainline using a double uni-knot and tie on either a Mustad live bait hook or a Mustad circle hook and I size the appropriate hook to the size fish I am targeting to help increase the hookup ratio. The bigger fish will tend to engulf the smaller hooks when they attack the bait which could cause you to lose the fish. When choosing baits, I’ll use cut up chunks of menhaden or a good sized live shrimp will work. Sometimes I like to chum the water as well to help get the attention of the fish. The Gray Snapper will put on a great fight and make for an interesting, fun trip. Just make sure you know your states creel and bag limits on this species of snapper before heading out on the water. The seas will start to build a little more this time of year compared to during the brunt of the summer causing more pro-longed days of rough marine weather conditions.
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Fly Fishing Forecast – September By Captain Richard Schmidt www.richardschmidtflyfishing.com In September I find that the water in my typical fall red fishing grounds is still a bit murky and the fish are hard to see, But, the Black Drum don’t care about the murky water and will make their presence known with a friendly wave of their giant tails. The best places to find the big drum are in the shallow duck ponds, around oyster beds in the marsh. Many times you will see five or six in one pond. If you don’t see the tails after a minute or so of scanning the surface, move to a new area. The drum can be difficult to feed. My theory is that they are old like me and don’t see very well. So, I like to use a big fly that has a lot of movement without actually stripping it away from the big drums face like a Schmidtinator
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In 2012, the City of Pascagoula was invited to be a part of a coast wide event called South Coast Summer Fest which highlighted our diverse ecosystem and the many aspects of education, recreation, and employment the Mississippi Gulf Coast has to offer. Event
organizers and community members decided to host a Strawberry Full Moon Paddle along the Pascagoula River Blueway in Pascagoula. Much excitement came from the event and many thought, “lets do this on a regular basis” and so it began. Pascagoula Paradise Paddlers
Kayak Fishing Report By Benton Parrott dbparrott@bellsouth.net. The weather is cooling off and making it much nicer to be out on the water. Reds and flounder are still falling for soft plastics slow rolled and bounced off the bottom. We are using saltwater assassins chicken on a chain or anything with a chartreuse tail in the stained water. In clearer water move to a more natural color like the silver mullet and try to choose a color to match the bait is in the area you are fishing. Good trout are still hitting top water at all times of the day. My plug of choice lately has been the top dog jr. in the prism shiner color. I am finding it matches the splashing schools of pogies. Take your time and slow your presentations down. I find big trout will often attack that slow and easy meal. Also work the water columns to find
suspended fish with suspending baits like mirrodines and shad raps. Kayaks are light, easy to travel with, and you can launch almost any where so don’t be afraid to get out of the norm and check out some new areas. Centrally located in the Gulf we are a short drive in any direction to some great fishing. On any given weekend you can find me somewhere on the water between Florida and Louisiana. Not to miss in September is the IFA Kayak fishing tour! It will be in Ruskin, FL. September 10th and in Georgetown, S.C. on September 24th. This is a CPR (catch photo, and release) tournament based on the total length of one red fish and one speckled trout. These are always great events
(PPP) consists of a core group of seven individuals; five are founding members which included Darcie Crew, Alice Baker, Eric Richards, Jimmy Krebs and Fletcher Songe. Charlie McVea and I were invited to join in the monthly planning efforts about a year later. Our group now consists of a distribution list of over 250 paddlers; resulting in anywhere from 20-50 participants from all over the gulf coast joining regular monthly paddles. We each have an immense love for the Mississippi Gulf Coast and exploring the many bayous, lakes, and tributaries of the Pascagoula River. Our group paddles are a great way to connect and socialize with a diverse group of people and explore the abundant natural resource we have at our fingertips. Every month, we plan a paddle that ranges in distance from 5-8 miles, mostly in protected waters with a stopping point about halfway, making this perfect for the beginner paddler yet appetizing enough for more experienced paddlers. We invite you to join us
that lead to the Championship in Venice, LA. Later this fall. The Choupique Smackdown September 30th in Stockton, AL. rules and more information are on their facebook page “Choupique Smackdown” Also on the 30th is the King of the Island tournament in Pensacola you can buy tickets and get all info at www.kingoftheis andpensacola. com We keep a running tab of all the events going on in the kayak community on our Kayak Fishing U facebook page.
September 8th for a unique paddling experience to include a great view of the sunset, dinner at one of our local favorite restaurants, and ending the trip with a spectacular view of the full moon. This paddle will start from Pascagoula’s River Park located at 4100 Clark Street; from Highway 90 take the Ingalls Shipbuilding exit, turn left at the first light, then another left at the stop sign, and continue north under the bridge to the park. Meet-up at 6:30 pm and prepare to be on the water by 7 pm. Participants are responsible for providing their own kayak and paddle. Life jackets (PFD), a whistle, and a light are required by law. In case of inclement weather, these plans are subject to change or be postponed to another date. For more information on this trip or future adventures, call Pascagoula Parks and Recreation at 228-938-2356, join our emailing list by sending an email to kducote@ cityofpascagoula.com, or follow us on meetup.com under Mississippi Kayaking Meetup Group.
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TIDE CHARTS Biloxi tide chart - September Louisiana, South Pass, Biloxi (Cadet Point), Biloxi Bay
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Moonrise
Moonset
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6:02p
0.3
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7:18p
4:14p
2:17a
2
Sa
8:28a
2.1
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0.4
6:35a
7:17p
5:00p
3:07a
3
Su
9:22a
2.1
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0.4
6:36a
7:15p
5:44p
4:00a
4
Mo
10:14a
2.1
7:36p
0.6
6:36a
7:14p
6:25p
4:56a
5
Tu
11:06a
1.9
7:59p
0.7
6:37a
7:13p
7:05p
5:52a
6
We
11:58a
1.9
8:12p
0.8
6:37a
7:12p
7:44p
6:50a
7
Th
12:55p
1.7
8:10p
1.1
6:38a
7:11p
8:22p
7:49a
8
Fr
2:10a
1.2
6:27a
1.1
6:38a
7:10p
9:01p
8:49a
9
Sa
1:53a
1.5
8:43a
1.1
6:39a
7:08p
9:42p
9:50a
10
Su
2:07a
1.7
11:08a
1.0
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7:07p
10:25p
10:53a
11
Mo
2:39a
1.9
1:11p
0.7
6:40a
7:06p
11:12p
11:55a
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Tu
3:25a
2.2
2:33p
0.4
6:40a
7:05p
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We
4:21a
2.4
3:37p
0.3
6:41a
7:04p
12:03a
2:00p
14
Th
5:27a
2.4
4:33p
0.3
6:41a
7:02p
12:58a
2:59p
15
Fr
6:40a
2.5
5:24p
0.3
6:42a
7:01p
1:57a
3:55p
16
Sa
7:58a
2.4
6:11p
0.4
6:42a
7:00p
2:59a
4:45p
17
Su
9:15a
2.2
6:52p
0.6
6:43a
6:59p
4:01a
5:32p
18
Mo
10:29a
2.1
7:24p
0.8
6:43a
6:58p
5:03a
6:14p
19
Tu
11:40a
1.9
7:39p
1.1
6:44a
6:56p
6:03a
6:53p
20
We
2:05a
1.2
12:53p
1.8
4:27a
1.1
7:22p
1.4
6:44a
6:55p
7:02a
7:31p
21
Th
12:48a
1.5
2:21p
1.5
6:33a
1.2
6:16p
1.4
6:45a
6:54p
8:00a
8:07p
22
Fr
12:35a
1.7
8:05a
1.1
6:45a
6:53p
8:56a
8:44p
23
Sa
12:48a
1.8
9:34a
1.0
6:46a
6:51p
9:51a
9:21p
24
Su
1:15a
2.1
11:06a
1.0
6:46a
6:50p
10:44a
9:59p
25
Mo
1:47a
2.1
12:34p
0.8
6:47a
6:49p
11:37a
10:40p
26
Tu
2:26a
2.2
1:46p
0.8
6:47a
6:48p
12:29p
11:23p
27
We
3:10a
2.2
2:44p
0.7
6:48a
6:47p
1:19p
28
Th
4:03a
2.2
3:34p
0.7
6:48a
6:45p
2:07p
12:09a
29
Fr
5:06a
2.2
4:18p
0.7
6:49a
6:44p
2:53p
12:58a
30
Sa
6:22a
2.2
4:57p
0.7
6:49a
6:43p
3:37p
1:49a
2:06p
1.5
Low Tide
Low Tide
7:37p
1.2
Phase
Full
12:58p 3rd
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Pascagoula tide chart - September Louisiana, South Pass, Pascagoula, Mississippi Sound
September 2017
N 30° 20.4' / W 88° 32.0' Date
Day
High Tide
High Tide
Low Tide
Low Tide
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
1
Fr
6:47a
1.8
5:20p
0.2
6:35a
7:18p
4:14p
2:17a
2
Sa
7:44a
1.8
5:55p
0.4
6:35a
7:17p
5:00p
3:07a
3
Su
8:38a
1.8
6:26p
0.4
6:36a
7:15p
5:44p
4:00a
4
Mo
9:30a
1.8
6:54p
0.5
6:36a
7:14p
6:25p
4:56a
5
Tu
10:22a
1.7
7:17p
0.6
6:37a
7:13p
7:05p
5:52a
6
We
11:14a
1.7
7:30p
0.7
6:37a
7:12p
7:44p
6:50a
7
Th
12:11p
1.4
7:28p
1.0
6:38a
7:11p
8:22p
7:49a
8
Fr
1:26a
1.1
5:45a
1.0
6:38a
7:10p
9:01p
8:49a
9
Sa
1:09a
1.3
8:01a
1.0
6:39a
7:08p
9:42p
9:50a
10
Su
1:23a
1.4
10:26a
0.8
6:39a
7:07p
10:25p
10:53a
11
Mo
1:55a
1.7
12:29p
0.6
6:40a
7:06p
11:12p
11:55a
12
Tu
2:41a
1.9
1:51p
0.4
6:40a
7:05p
13
We
3:37a
2.1
2:55p
0.2
6:41a
7:04p
12:03a
2:00p
14
Th
4:43a
2.1
3:51p
0.2
6:41a
7:02p
12:58a
2:59p
15
Fr
5:56a
2.2
4:42p
0.2
6:42a
7:01p
1:57a
3:55p
16
Sa
7:14a
2.1
5:29p
0.4
6:42a
7:00p
2:59a
4:45p
17
Su
8:31a
1.9
6:10p
0.5
6:43a
6:59p
4:01a
5:32p
18
Mo
9:45a
1.8
6:42p
0.7
6:43a
6:58p
5:03a
6:14p
19
Tu
10:56a
1.7
6:57p
1.0
6:44a
6:56p
6:03a
6:53p
20
We
1:21a
1.1
12:09p
1.6
3:45a
1.0
6:40p
1.2
6:44a
6:55p
7:02a
7:31p
21
Th
12:04a
1.3
1:37p
1.3
5:51a
1.1
5:34p
1.2
6:45a
6:54p
8:00a
8:07p
1:22p
1.3
6:55p
1.1
Phase
Full
12:58p
22
Fr
7:23a
1.0
6:45a
6:53p
8:56a
8:44p
23
Sa
12:04a
1.6
8:52a
0.8
6:46a
6:51p
9:51a
9:21p
24
Su
12:31a
1.8
10:24a
0.8
6:46a
6:50p
10:44a
9:59p
25
Mo
1:03a
1.8
11:52a
0.7
6:47a
6:49p
11:37a
10:40p
26
Tu
1:42a
1.9
1:04p
0.7
6:47a
6:48p
12:29p
11:23p
27
We
2:26a
1.9
2:02p
0.6
6:48a
6:47p
1:19p
28
Th
3:19a
1.9
2:52p
0.6
6:48a
6:45p
2:07p
12:09a
29
Fr
4:22a
1.9
3:36p
0.6
6:49a
6:44p
2:53p
12:58a
30
Sa
5:38a
1.9
4:15p
0.6
6:49a
6:43p
3:37p
1:49a
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Warmer days are here so get up early and get out on the bite. Suspending baits like the MirrOlure 17mr and 14mr have been my trout baits lately. Fish them with patience letting them sit for a few seconds letting the fish react. Top water baits are still producing early and late in the day for trout and reds. I like using the top dog jr. and mini skitter walk. Pick your colors to the clarity of the water you are fishing and what give you confidence. Confidence in a lure does more for catching fish for me than anything other. As the shrimp move in soft plastics are producing all inshore species for me. Cast in to creek run offs where fish wait to ambush bait being pulled out. I like to slow flutter bounce or slow roll on the bottom my plastics. Use a 1/8 to ¼ oz. jig head depending on the depth of water you are fishing and what the bottom structure is. If fishing a oyster bottom I like to go with the lighter
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September 2017
N 30° 21.6' / W 89° 04.9'
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Date
Day
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
1
Fr
7:36a
1.9
5:41p
0.3
6:35a
7:18p
4:14p
2:17a
2
Sa
8:33a
1.9
6:16p
0.4
6:35a
7:17p
5:00p
3:07a
3
Su
9:27a
1.9
6:47p
0.4
6:36a
7:15p
5:44p
4:00a
4
Mo
10:19a
1.9
7:15p
0.5
6:36a
7:14p
6:25p
4:56a
5
Tu
11:11a
1.8
7:38p
0.7
6:37a
7:13p
7:05p
5:52a
6
We
12:03p
1.8
7:51p
0.8
6:37a
7:12p
7:44p
6:50a
7
Th
1:00p
1.6
7:49p
1.0
6:38a
7:11p
8:22p
7:49a
8
Fr
2:15a
1.2
6:06a
1.0
6:38a
7:10p
9:01p
8:49a
9
Sa
1:58a
1.4
8:22a
1.0
6:39a
7:08p
9:42p
9:50a
10
Su
2:12a
1.6
10:47a
0.9
6:39a
7:07p
10:25p
10:53a
11
Mo
2:44a
1.8
12:50p
0.7
6:40a
7:06p
11:12p
11:55a
12
Tu
3:30a
2.1
2:12p
0.4
6:40a
7:05p
13
We
4:26a
2.2
3:16p
0.3
6:41a
7:04p
12:03a
2:00p
14
Th
5:32a
2.2
4:12p
0.3
6:41a
7:02p
12:58a
2:59p
15
Fr
6:45a
2.3
5:03p
0.3
6:42a
7:01p
1:57a
3:55p
16
Sa
8:03a
2.2
5:50p
0.4
6:42a
7:00p
2:59a
4:45p
17
Su
9:20a
2.1
6:31p
0.5
6:43a
6:59p
4:01a
5:32p
18
Mo
10:34a
1.9
7:03p
0.8
6:43a
6:58p
5:03a
6:14p
19
Tu
11:45a
1.8
7:18p
1.0
6:44a
6:56p
6:03a
6:53p
20
We
2:10a
1.2
12:58p
1.7
4:06a
1.0
7:01p
1.3
6:44a
6:55p
7:02a
7:31p
21
Th
12:53a
1.4
2:26p
1.4
6:12a
1.2
5:55p
1.3
6:45a
6:54p
8:00a
8:07p
22
Fr
12:40a
1.6
7:44a
1.0
6:45a
6:53p
8:56a
8:44p
23
Sa
12:53a
1.7
9:13a
0.9
6:46a
6:51p
9:51a
9:21p
24
Su
1:20a
1.9
10:45a
0.9
6:46a
6:50p
10:44a
9:59p
25
Mo
1:52a
1.9
12:13p
0.8
6:47a
6:49p
11:37a
10:40p
26
Tu
2:31a
2.1
1:25p
0.8
6:47a
6:48p
12:29p
11:23p
27
We
3:15a
2.1
2:23p
0.7
6:48a
6:47p
1:19p
28
Th
4:08a
2.1
3:13p
0.7
6:48a
6:45p
2:07p
12:09a
29
Fr
5:11a
2.1
3:57p
0.7
6:49a
6:44p
2:53p
12:58a
30
Sa
6:27a
2.1
4:36p
0.7
6:49a
6:43p
3:37p
1:49a
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High Tide
2:11p
1.4
Low Tide
Low Tide
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1.2
Phase
Full
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September 2017
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Date
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Fr
Sunrise
Sunset
Moonrise
Moonset
8:44a
High Tide 2.0
High Tide
7:29p
Low Tide 0.3
Low Tide
6:35a
7:18p
4:14p
2:17a
2
Sa
9:41a
2.0
8:04p
0.4
6:35a
7:17p
5:00p
3:07a
3
Su
10:35a
2.0
8:35p
0.4
6:36a
7:15p
5:44p
4:00a
4
Mo
11:27a
2.0
9:03p
0.5
6:36a
7:14p
6:25p
4:56a
5
Tu
12:19p
1.9
9:26p
0.7
6:37a
7:13p
7:05p
5:52a
6
We
1:11p
1.9
9:39p
0.8
6:37a
7:12p
7:44p
6:50a
7
Th
2:08p
1.6
9:37p
1.1
6:38a
7:11p
8:22p
7:49a
8
Fr
3:23a
1.2
7:54a
1.1
6:38a
7:10p
9:01p
8:49a
9
Sa
3:06a
1.5
10:10a
1.1
6:39a
7:08p
9:42p
9:50a
10
Su
3:20a
1.6
12:35p
0.9
6:39a
7:07p
10:25p
10:53a
11
Mo
3:52a
1.9
2:38p
0.7
6:40a
7:06p
11:12p
11:55a
12
Tu
4:38a
2.2
4:00p
0.4
6:40a
7:05p
13
We
5:34a
2.3
5:04p
0.3
6:41a
7:04p
12:03a
2:00p
14
Th
6:40a
2.3
6:00p
0.3
6:41a
7:02p
12:58a
2:59p
15
Fr
7:53a
2.5
6:51p
0.3
6:42a
7:01p
1:57a
3:55p
16
Sa
9:11a
2.3
7:38p
0.4
6:42a
7:00p
2:59a
4:45p
17
Su
10:28a
2.2
8:19p
0.5
6:43a
6:59p
4:01a
5:32p
18
Mo
11:42a
2.0
8:51p
0.8
6:43a
6:58p
5:03a
6:14p
19
Tu
12:53p
1.9
9:06p
1.1
6:44a
6:56p
6:03a
6:53p
20
We
3:18a
1.2
2:06p
1.8
5:54a
1.1
8:49p
1.4
6:44a
6:55p
7:02a
7:31p
21
Th
2:01a
1.5
3:34p
1.5
8:00a
1.2
7:43p
1.4
6:45a
6:54p
8:00a
8:07p
22
Fr
1:48a
1.6
9:32a
1.1
6:45a
6:53p
8:56a
8:44p
23
Sa
2:01a
1.8
11:01a
0.9
6:46a
6:51p
9:51a
9:21p
24
Su
2:28a
2.0
12:33p
0.9
6:46a
6:50p
10:44a
9:59p
25
Mo
3:00a
2.0
2:01p
0.8
6:47a
6:49p
11:37a
10:40p
26
Tu
3:39a
2.2
3:13p
0.8
6:47a
6:48p
12:29p
11:23p
27
We
4:23a
2.2
4:11p
0.7
6:48a
6:47p
1:19p
28
Th
5:16a
2.2
5:01p
0.7
6:48a
6:45p
2:07p
12:09a
29
Fr
6:19a
2.2
5:45p
0.7
6:49a
6:44p
2:53p
12:58a
30
Sa
7:35a
2.2
6:24p
0.7
6:49a
6:43p
3:37p
1:49a
3:19p
1.5
9:04p
1.2
Phase
Full
12:58p 3rd
New
1st
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ake Ontario consistently produces some of the best Great Lakes salmon catches, and this year’s fishing has been nothing short of spectacular. Significant early summer rains brought high water, which stimulated a feeding frenzy for giant king salmon. Recent summers have endured dry weather, low water and thinner salmon runs. Both lake and river health was questioned during these dry years, but cool and plentiful rains have done wonders for this fishery. It’s prime time to tangle with beasts that have been tipping the scales over 30 pounds! The experts are excited about lake and river conditions in New York’s Oswego County, holder of 12 New York state and world records. Bob Mallory is an expert on Lake Ontario and Oswego Harbor, where he pursues his passion for trout and salmon. Here are Bob’s thoughts on the 2017 Salmon Season: “Fishing in the lake out of the port of Oswego has Tom Fernandez of The continued to get better every Tailwater Lodge with a trophy week as the season has proearly season King Salmon! gressed. The number of fish being hooked and caught right now is nothing short of amazing and points to a great river season. Trolling in the lake with downriggers and Dipsy Divers with flashers and flies has been my go-to method. In low light conditions, white eChip flashers with A-Tom-Mik Hammer flies is producing. In overcast conditions, try greens; brighter days favor chrome and Mountain Dew colors. As fish get closer to the pier head, J-plugs will produce.” Tom Fernandez and the team at The Tailwater Lodge on New York’s Salmon River have developed a premier fishing resort. Huge salmon can attract a crowd when they blast up shallow runs and riffles on this picturesque river. The Tailwater’s 35 acres of private access solves that issue, and they provide a top-notch fishing concierge service. Tom is looking forward to an early salmon season with these words: “As the nights get colder in Altmar, we can only think about one thing, trophy king salmon exploding outside our back door in the Schoolhouse Pool. This year we are expecting the run to start earlier than we have seen in the past few years, with kings and cohos in the river system from September through October until we get deep into steelhead season. The high levels of Lake Ontario, the consistent good flow through the Salmon River and fish staging outside Oswego and Mexico Point have all the necessary ingredients for one heck of a salmon season. If I were looking for a time to experience the trophy fish on the Salmon River with thinner crowds, warmer temps and explosive fish, I would think about making the early run this year.” To truly experience the salmon spawning process and have a great adventure with the family, the Salmon River Fish Hatchery in Altmar, N.Y. will hold their annual open house Sept. 23, where you can view the complete spawning cycle. To learn more about Oswego County fishing, go to www.visitoswegocounty/fishing.com. Phil Belsito of The Angler Magazine of West Michigan said Lake Michigan fish are large and plentiful also. Go to www.theanglermag.com, then select Great Lakes Region for reports from both Lake Michigan and Lake Ontario.
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the head and some type of red material for the throat, as needed. The hook shank beneath the collar (the body) can be wrapped with the tying thread or a flashy material, like mylar tinsel or Diamond Braid. By the way, Lefty says the key to the pattern is to tie the collar at least as long as the rear of the hook, which keeps the hackle tail from wrapping around the hook. In appropriate sizes and colors, Lefty’s pattern has deceived just about every fish that swims, from four-inch bream to 400-pound billfish. Lefty’s Deceiver has even graced a U.S. Postal stamp. Lefty’s favorite Deceiver colors are chartreuse/white and yellow/ chartreuse. I tie them in many sizes and colors, and my favorite is tied in a Firetiger color scheme. This color works very well for many saltwater fish in sizes 1/0 to 3/0. It has also been very successful for me for peacock bass and largemouth bass in south Florida in size 2. I imagine smallies would jump all over it, too. Lefty’s Deceiver (Firetiger) Hook - Mustad 34007 or similar, size 2 to 3/0 Thread - fluorescent yellow Tail - two yellow and one yellow grizzly hackle on each side, topped with yellow Krystal Flash Body - yellow thread or Diamond Braid Collar - yellow bucktail with yellow Krystal flash and a small yellow grizzly hackle on each side, topped with green Krystal Flash and green bucktail Throat - orange bucktail, as long as the collar Head - fluorescent yellow, with painted orange/black eye, covered with five-minute epoxy Contact Carlos at cah6620@gmail.com to submit a pattern for consideration in this column or to order his book, “South Florida’s Peacock Bass.”
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This is a simple tie and a very effective pattern for trout everywhere. Soft hackles are basically emerger patterns. They do not belong on the streambed like nymphs, so this fly should be dropped a foot or so off a nymph so it can suspend itself higher in the water column where an emerger belongs. Thread: 8/0 olive Abdomen: Olive goose biot Thorax: Tan superfine dubbing Hackle: Hungarian partridge Head: 8/0 Olive thread Hook: 1X long, size 18 Tiemco 3761 John Rice guides with Blackhawk Fly Fishing, which offers exceptional fishing for trophy trout in the north Georgia mountains. Contact john at jriceflyfishing@ gmail.com.
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