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Some very fall-like conditions are developing and things are changing with the weather, the lake and the fishing.
There’s a solid bass bite keeping bass anglers happy throughout the day. The catfishing is as good as we’ve seen it in years. The lake looks (and smells) a whole lot better than it has all summer here in the south end.
The fishing, lake conditions, and weather are working well together to support our favorite Clear Lake activity.
Bass are being caught in good numbers on topwater plastics such as the horny toad, buzz baits and soft jerk baits. Spooks and frogs are also switched on.
Deep water finessing continues to be good too. Look for bass in shallow water that is adjacent to deep water. Bass are crashing silverside minnows after corralling them into the weeds and mats during the late morning and early afternoon hours.
There are a whole lot of 6 and 8 inch bass that’ll whack your baits – giving you that tug-tug sensation. You’ll quickly follow with a hook set that yields nothing. If you’re getting the tell tale tug-tug and swinging for the bleachers with no results it isn’t you – it’s really aggressive tiny bass. Change your location, depth or offering to get away from where the baby bass are schooled.
Catfish action is as hot as it comes on Clear Lake. It is great to see folks from all over doing so well and having fun like they have the last few weeks. Catfish will gladly dine on mackerel, live crawdads, anchovies, shrimp, clams, minnows or crawlers. Of course, they may not be quite so happy to meet the frying pan … You decide.
Deep water and shallow water alike have been working for cats. Private docks and public docks are producing. Boaters are producing too. Find your favorite catfish hole and soak your bait.
We’re drawing Tuesday, Sept. 1, for the Savage Predator Hunter .223 rifle and scope package that the Lake Friends of the NRA is giving away. There’s still time to buy your tickets – I have mine!
Give us a call at 707-994-FISH or come by Lakeshore Bait & Tackle – tickets are $10 and will be on sale until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. Proceeds from the raffle benefit the Lake Friends of NRA fundraising efforts.
Hope to see you in Clearlake soon!
Bob Rider owns Lakeshore Bait & Tackle, 14913-D Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake, telephone 707-994-FISH (3474). Visit the store online at www.994Fish.com .
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Walks will start at 9 a.m., instead of 8 a.m., beginning on Saturday, Sept. 5.
The public is invited to enjoy a one- to two-hour guided walk at the Rodman Slough Preserve, operated by the Lake County Land Trust.
Participants are asked to meet at the Rodman Slough Preserve Nature Education Center at 6350 Westlake Road at the corner of Westlake Road and the Nice-Lucerne Cutoff. No dogs please.
Call Pamela Bordisso at 707-279-0923 or Roberta Lyons at 707-994-2024 for information.
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- Written by: Ron Hallman
In match play, the "A" flight winners were Joe Vallee and Olie Smith; "B" flight, Bill Stricklan and Paul Bertlin; "C" flight, Mill Garrett and Gary Pickrell.
In low net play the results were: first flight, Stan Kalata and Dennis Bero tied with 32, while Jerry Sullivan had 33; second flight, Brian Rudy had 30, Tony D'Agosta had 31 and John Jones had 32; third flight, Jay Hodges had 30, Mike Casolo had 31, and Russ Sage and Bill Combs tied with 32.
Closest to the par 3 pins were Rick Conrad and Rick Canevari. Chip-ins were scored by Jim Hodges, Kevin Martin, Doug Carter, Bob Brossier, Tony D'Agosta, and Brian Rudy.
Forty-seven men participated in the day's events.
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On-the-water boat towing and ungrounding services provided to members of Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) were up 8 percent at the midsummer mark, when compared to 2008.
“Boaters have less money in their wallets this year, which translates to fewer outings, less maintenance, and an increase in calls for on-the-water assistance,” said BoatU.S. Towing Services Vice President Jerry Cardarelli.
The Association’s BoatU.S. Towing Services operates a fleet of 600 TowBoatU.S. and Vessel Assist towing vessels across the country.
Good weather and lower gas prices, which typically lead to an increase in overall boating traffic, have been offset by the recession.
“Except for the Northeast, weather has generally been good, and fuel prices remain around $3.50 per gallon at the fuel dock, down about a dollar or so from last summer’s highs. But the economy has been a bigger factor,” added Cardarelli.
A May 2009 survey of BoatU.S. members foreshadowed this news.
When asked how they planned to use their boat this summer, about half of the respondents said they would reduce cruising distances, stay closer to home and reduce the number of boating trips/days, among other cost-cutting measures.
“The middle class is boating’s bread and butter, and like everyone else, these families are feeling the strain on their budget for discretionary activities,” added Cardarelli.
“However, breakdowns can be costly, and experienced boaters know it’s prudent to have an on-the-water towing plan that will safely get you home – with your wallet intact,” added Cardarelli.
Much like an auto club, BoatU.S. Towing Services offers “unlimited” towing plans for boaters starting at just $34 year. Without a towing plan, the national average out-of-pocket cost for a tow is about $600.
For membership and towing information visit www.BoatUS.com or call 800-888-4869.