Raystown

V4 Johnson · Apr 9, 2011

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What a clammy, rotten and cold spring it's been.

I splashed Raystown the last Saturday in March, last year. Haven't even gotten the boat out of the garage, yet, this year. I did take the cover out to an upholsterer this morning to have some reinforcement added to the windshield corner areas.

I wanna go boatin' !!!!!!!!

CobiaXL · Apr 12, 2011

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Headin out on the water this weekend,hopefully rebuilt motor purrrsss and new rod catches fish....Gonna put in at tatum run and head up river.

nrf414 · Apr 14, 2011

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CobiaXL said:
Headin out on the water this weekend,hopefully rebuilt motor purrrsss and new rod catches fish....Gonna put in at tatum run and head up river.

Good luck Cobia. This should be an exciting adventure for you with a fresh rebuild. Hopefully one of the stripers will give your new rod some experience!

CobiaXL · Apr 17, 2011

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Boat ran great....The new rod and I got skunked!! Talking to a bunch of locals,the fishing is very slow at best.With all the rain as of recent,the rivers and creeks being very muddy and running high.I'm thinking about paying a guide to show me how and where to catch these huge stripers I hear of.Any suggestions?

aspeck · Apr 18, 2011

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Few good guys I can put you in touch with, but right now, everything seems slow for the reasons you mentioned, the weather has not been cooperating and lots of food floating in the water. Haven't heard of anyone hanging many stripers yet. The bass were hitting around James Creek, from what I was told. I have just been too darn busy to hit it yet. Was hoping for this Friday, but looks like the only decent day this week will be Thursday, and I am busy that day!

jigman666 · Apr 18, 2011

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any one their know how to catch those pesky bass that is such a top secret to catch
13 years ive only weight in one bass in spring tournement what am i over looking is it the thermocline, every on says jerk baits. ive thrown every jerk in the world the one thing ive been thinging is this thermocline is it that fish are always suspended their and i am above or below the fish
i am getting old now and befor i do die i would like 1 time to be mine.. or just someone to share info about bass fishing not stripers large mouth and smallmouth

aspeck · Apr 19, 2011

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There are 2 types of fisherman that catch fish on Raystown ... the ones that fish almost daily and know the current patterns and the ones that hardly ever fish, have no clue what they are doing, and luck into them. The angler with a life that does not allow daily fishing has a very difficult time, because the pattern changes so irregularly. I used to be one that fished daily, and did a little guiding, but life, a family, and other duties and responsibilities keep me from being out on the lake very much, and when I do get a chance, my youngest wants to go, and she wants to catch fish, not anything in particular, just fish ... so we end up catching crappie, perch, bluegill, sunfish, etc. I don't get to go for muskie, stripers, or bas like I did before.

I could give you some generalities that worked before, but that doesn't mean they will work today. I do try to keep my ears open, just in case I get a chance to do some serious fishing ... if I hear what is working, I will pass it along.

V4 Johnson · Apr 19, 2011

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Well.......... while we've veered into the fishing aspect of Raystown.............. anyone familiar with the walleye fishery?? Can a guy do alright on 'eyes if he's got a little bit of skill ? Any particular areas better than others on Raystown ??

V4 Johnson · Apr 19, 2011

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jenn2310 said:
YES!!!!! Clems is amazing! Can't wait for springtime to get here...

BTW.......... I heard that Clem's did not renew their lease.

BUMMER.

aspeck · Apr 19, 2011

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V4 Johnson said:
BTW.......... I heard that Clem's did not renew their lease.

BUMMER.

Memories has taken over for Clem's. I have never eaten at Memories, but most of my friends eat there and say it is really good and should be an improvement over Clem's!

aspeck · Apr 19, 2011

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V4 Johnson said:
Well.......... while we've veered into the fishing aspect of Raystown.............. anyone familiar with the walleye fishery?? Can a guy do alright on 'eyes if he's got a little bit of skill ? Any particular areas better than others on Raystown ??

Best luck I have had with 'eyes is below the dam, at the Point Access area ... good 'eye fishery there. Next best for me has been around the main channel just outside the Trough Creek cove (mile 13 - 14). Nice rocky gentle ledge with some stumps and a drop off. 'eyes seem to like it there. Every other place has been hit and miss for me ...

V4 Johnson · Apr 20, 2011

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aspeck said:
Memories has taken over for Clem's. I have never eaten at Memories, but most of my friends eat there and say it is really good and should be an improvement over Clem's!

I was pretty darned pleased with Clem's. So if Memories is better, we'll all be doing fine.

V4 Johnson · Apr 20, 2011

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aspeck said:
Best luck I have had with 'eyes is below the dam, at the Point Access area ... good 'eye fishery there. Next best for me has been around the main channel just outside the Trough Creek cove (mile 13 - 14). Nice rocky gentle ledge with some stumps and a drop off. 'eyes seem to like it there. Every other place has been hit and miss for me ...

Thanks for the tips !!

It's a big help on a lake that size to have an idea where to start looking.

CobiaXL · Apr 20, 2011

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If anyone is looking for a reason to hit the water,I found it and it will make you feel good too.Clean up day and volunteers are needed.Info below to contact info if interested in helping.Plus FREE lunch,The wife and I will be there.I'm always looking for a reason to be on the boat.

aspeck · Apr 21, 2011

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CobiaXL said:
If anyone is looking for a reason to hit the water,I found it and it will make you feel good too.Clean up day and volunteers are needed.Info below to contact info if interested in helping.Plus FREE lunch,The wife and I will be there.I'm always looking for a reason to be on the boat.

Came here today to post the same thing! Great minds think alike! Unfortunately I will be busy working that morning, so IF I get out to the Lake it won't be till after 2 or 3 pm. Bummer. The clean-up days are generally a lot of fun ... wish I could be there!

aspeck · Apr 21, 2011

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BTW, Mayfest in Huntingdon is the same day, from 9-5, rain or shine. A fun time for sure!

CobiaXL · Apr 21, 2011

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I Never been to or heard of mayfest.After a few searches on it...seems very interesting.Thanks for the heads up.

V4 Johnson · Apr 21, 2011

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CobiaXL said:
If anyone is looking for a reason to hit the water,I found it and it will make you feel good too.Clean up day and volunteers are needed.Info below to contact info if interested in helping.Plus FREE lunch,The wife and I will be there.I'm always looking for a reason to be on the boat.

Yeah.

I was already to make the pull to Huntingdon for this until I saw the date.............

Third biggest holiday of the year behind Christmas and Easter........................ 1st day of Pennsylvania spring gobbler!!!!!!

aspeck · Apr 25, 2011

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Preliminary weather forecast looks good for for Saturday, April 30th ... sunny and near 70 ... let's see if it holds out ...

aspeck · Apr 28, 2011

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After the storms we have had the last couple of days .. gonna be lots of floaters in the water ... be careful out there!

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