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I've been fishing in and around Lake Boeuf and Lake Fields. I'm using road runners and slip bobbers with worms. In the past I've done great with grass shrimp but its been tough to find any.
I've thought about going around Bayou Black but I'm being told all the good fishing is a good ride from the dock and my boat only has a 25hp so it's not the fastest lol.
Any tips on tackle or types of live bait would be great?
Thanks BigTat
Sacalait?
Yes mostly what I'm after.Quote:
Originally Posted by trobin
Why not just use shiners or tube jigs?
I do also use tube jigs and tip the hook with worm or grass shrimp. Are shiners the same thing as minnows what's the best way to catch shiners?Quote:
Originally Posted by trobin
I've caught lots of panfish in the past but always had access to great bank fishing spots. I'm finding going out in a boat and getting on fish is a whole new ball game lol. The last 10 years I haven't been able to fish much but now work allows me more time and my 4yo is really showing an interest in fishing so I wanna give him a chance to learn this great sport.
Again thanks for any and all advice.
Yes, shiners/minnows--same thing. Most folks will buy their minnows at a local bait store.
I normally fish with jigs instead of live bait.
Cool deal thanks for the info.Quote:
Originally Posted by free bird
I added a couple pics of what I'm working with now. I like to fish bass but find myself moving more towards Crappie lol.
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First of all Bayou Black is a large area which consist of many miles of canals that hold fish. Another concern besides the possibility of long rides, although there are closer places to fish, is the Intracoastal Canal runs right through the area. It is the so called main street of the area whose water can become quite rough on windy days and the presence of large tug boats pushing big wakes can be scary.
There are ways to get around without having to run the Intracoastal too far once you know the area. So depending on the size and stability of your boat you need to make some good decision on where to go. My best advice is to get with someone who knows the area well and study the area on Google Earth. A GPS will surely help you get around and back. One good area is the Turtle Bayou field, to reach it you have to travel about one mile on the Intracoastal to get to the pipeline canal that will get you into the area. There is an area you can get to without crossing or riding the Intracoastal that is not much of a boat ride. That is the Shell canals which are just east and south of Bob's. Find some clear water and you should find some fish. There are many dead end canals that produce but as the summer heats up, the water can become stagnate and the fish leave. It all depends on the movement of the water and the rainfall.
For artificial baits it's hard to beat tube jigs in blue and white or black and chartreuse. Shiners or minnows are great early in the season and plastics later as it will be almost impossible to buy shiners in summer. Sometimes small beetle spins or Road Runners also work real good.
One more time, the best advice is to find someone that fishes the area and is willing to show you around, the second is to go at it yourself trying one canal at the time until you get to know them. As I stated before, it's a large area and it's best to concentrate on learning it a piece at the time and slowly expand to other areas.
On another note, the area you are currently fishing has some great fishing. Bayou Boeuf and the area around it has an awful amount of fish. I wish it were a little closer for me to pull to. Pulling to Cannon's landing which is 15 minutes away has me spoiled.
Good luck, good fishing, and be sure to keep that 4 year old safe.
"gene"
Gene, Thank you very much for the great advice. I live 10min from Lake Boeuf so I know how you feel as for not having to pull the boat far lol. My boat is a 15ft express that's rated for 25hp tiller and 40hp remote so its not that the boat is very small but more slow. Many years ago I fished bayou black pretty often but I was with other people and young enough to not pay attention to where we were at I just rember catching lots of fish. I may just need to keep fishing my area and get better at finding fish lol. I know my local waters have fish I just need to stick with it. Catching fish or not my son and I are getting much more one on one time so that's a positive thing in itself. Hope to see ya on the water one day.
Thanks BigTat
If you like grass shrimp, the best thing to do is buy a longhandled net with the small mesh. They are $10 maybe at Academy. If you see some vegetation emerging from the water (hydrilla, coontail, etc), scoop all in there and sift out the shrimp. Also the floating water hyacinth holds lots of shrimp under it was well. There shouldn't be a shortage of that. Your kids may really enjoy dipping the net in the vegetation and seeing whats in there, there are tons of little critters in there usually and they stay entertained. Watch out for the waterbugs though, they pack a punch. I like to use the grass shrimp on chinquapin and they are usually easy to come by in areas with lots of vegetation
Your tackle box organizational skills are to be commended. :notworthyQuote:
Originally Posted by bigtattoo79
I don't know anything about your area but around here a long jig pole for tight lining jigs around trees and such is a must.... :fish
That same net stays in my boat at all times. I've haven't been having good luck finding them in any good numbers or good sized. I'm gonna spend a little more time looking around tho. Years back a blue and white tube jig tipped with a grass shrimp was a killer bait.Quote:
Originally Posted by Duck Butter
Thanks for the kind words I try to keep it neat.Quote:
Originally Posted by 20watt
Everytime I try the jig on a tight line in my area I get all tangled up in grass and slime. I could be doing it all wrong tho lol. I know I'm gonna change up my tackle, rods and reels in time but doing my best to stick with what I have for now. Once I find the type of fishing that works best for me I will start to change up my gear for better stuff.
Thanks BigTat