Fishing Da Tic

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12-19-2018, 09:02 PM
jig rig

Fishing Da Tic

I've been ask how to fish da Tic at different times of the year.

I have posted all of my trips over the pass 10 years. Well it will 10 be in March. If you'll look at em and the dates you'll proberly see, other than the spawn, I pretty much do the same year after year. Which is to fish structure.

I like to single pole tight line with a tube on 1/16 unpainted minnow head. Usually with a combination of black, green,chartreuse. Sometimes blue and white works too. Not to say some of the other colors and styles would not do better.
I try hair jigs some times.

Ya gotta know this is a tidal river. Lots of big boat traffic at times. A falling tide is best. Turns on the bite. IMO

I do not use electronics. I like the sport of fishing with out them. Kinda like deer hunting with a bow. I'm sure electronics would help.

HTH
12-19-2018, 11:54 PM
PawPaw Gene

My friend you don't need any help.
"gene"
12-19-2018, 11:59 PM
jesse

J.R. You are the expert fishing Tickfaw and have a proven technique to regularly bring home dinner. Reading your post throughout the years, seeing the pics, I’m also convinced your the expert wherever you fish...just sayin
12-20-2018, 12:52 AM
"D"

I'm convinced you could catch crappie in a bath tub. Keep posting JR, we all really enjoy your post's. I myself caught 4 drum( goo down there. haha) and a yellow bass today while crappie fishing. One was at least 5 lbs. All on jig pole. The crappie had been starting to pick up, but for some reason they lowered the lake 3 feet in 3 days and killed the bite. Y'all should see the water coming out the dam. Bout to flood the river below the dam Have not figured out the level control logic up here. At least I get to look at your pics. haha :santa p.s. Did finally kill a deer yesterday, better than my fishing luck.
12-20-2018, 08:00 AM
mermentau

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Originally Posted by "D"

The crappie had been starting to pick up, but for some reason they lowered the lake 3 feet in 3 days and killed the bite. Y'all should see the water coming out the dam. Bout to flood the river below the dam Have not figured out the level control logic up here.

You moved the opposite direction that I did. I grew up in East Tenn. Mother worked for TVA after my dad died until retirement. Check out TVA - How TVA Manages Water Levels and give a look at the App they offer.
12-20-2018, 08:55 AM
Stickem

Thanks JR. That's exactly what I was looking for.
12-20-2018, 10:33 AM
fishervet

I am truly humbled and inspired by you JR. Thanks for all your posts,encouragement,kindness and for my trip to the pigeon.

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12-20-2018, 06:07 PM
wackyrig

Thanks for the info JR. Good stuff. I am new to posting here but have seen a few of your posts and the comments here appear to be spot on. You seem to load the ice chest more than not. I fish the area but only rarely but spent more time there when I was young when my uncle had a place there. Picturesque place for sure.
12-20-2018, 08:34 PM
jig rig

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Originally Posted by PawPaw "gene"

My friend you don't need any help.
"gene"

But you could loan me some bait money.
12-20-2018, 08:40 PM
jig rig

Quote:

Originally Posted by jesse

J.R. You are the expert fishing Tickfaw and have a proven technique to regularly bring home dinner. Reading your post throughout the years, seeing the pics, I’m also convinced your the expert wherever you fish...just sayin

Don't know about dat expurt thing. I do like the Tic especially being close by. Started fishing more often after Andrew in 92 and devastation to the spillway.
12-20-2018, 08:42 PM
jig rig

Quote:

Originally Posted by "D"

I'm convinced you could catch crappie in a bath tub. Keep posting JR, we all really enjoy your post's. I myself caught 4 drum( goo down there. haha) and a yellow bass today while crappie fishing. One was at least 5 lbs. All on jig pole. The crappie had been starting to pick up, but for some reason they lowered the lake 3 feet in 3 days and killed the bite. Y'all should see the water coming out the dam. Bout to flood the river below the dam Have not figured out the level control logic up here. At least I get to look at your pics. haha :santa p.s. Did finally kill a deer yesterday, better than my fishing luck.

So well is this pic of da big buck? Hope ya'll have a Merry Christmas!
12-20-2018, 08:43 PM
jig rig

Quote:

Originally Posted by mermentau

You moved the opposite direction that I did. I grew up in East Tenn. Mother worked for TVA after my dad died until retirement. Check out TVA - How TVA Manages Water Levels and give a look at the App they offer.

Never would have guess dat MMT.
12-20-2018, 08:44 PM
jig rig

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Originally Posted by Stickem

Thanks JR. That's exactly what I was looking for.

No Problem.
12-20-2018, 08:45 PM
jig rig

[QUOTE=fishervet;3743727]I am truly humbled and inspired by you JR. Thanks for all your posts,encouragement,kindness and for my trip to the pigeon.

Hoping to get back to Pigeon after the new year. Love it back there in da winter/ spring,
12-20-2018, 08:47 PM
jig rig

Quote:

Originally Posted by wackyrig

Thanks for the info JR. Good stuff. I am new to posting here but have seen a few of your posts and the comments here appear to be spot on. You seem to load the ice chest more than not. I fish the area but only rarely but spent more time there when I was young when my uncle had a place there. Picturesque place for sure.

and it's in our back yard too.
12-21-2018, 06:00 AM
PawPaw Gene

Hey buddy, I'll gladly buy the bait if I have a seat in your boat, In fact it could be my boat. About time we get together again.
"gene"
12-21-2018, 08:53 AM
Micropterus salmoides

Great post with all info, sharing and camaraderie.
All that’s missing is the campfire and moonshine.…

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12-21-2018, 10:50 AM
"D"

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Originally Posted by jig rig

So well is this pic of da big buck? Hope ya'll have a Merry Christmas!

Well, it was a doe. I put it in the hunting forum. I think the tickfaw is purty also. Used to fish there a lot, but for bass.
12-21-2018, 01:15 PM
fishervet

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Originally Posted by "D"

Well, it was a doe. I put it in the hunting forum. I think the tickfaw is purty also. Used to fish there a lot, but for bass.

Ahh. The ole green trout, ditch pickle, green carp.

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12-21-2018, 05:30 PM
Sac-a-lait D.A.

Thanks JR...Hmmmm...if I had to guess I’d bet there are places with structure that you fish that is not seen...u just know where it is!! Just guessing!!! Lol

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