July 2, 2008 Stockton Lake Fishing Report

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July 2, 2008 Stockton Lake Fishing Report

Current lake level: 882.28

Normal pool: 867

Water clarity: stained

Water temperature: 80 degrees main body

Walleye all of my efforts in the last week have been focused on walleye, therefore that is the only fish I am going to report on. Walleye are being caught off main lake points throughout the lake on jigs and night crawlers, crawler harnesses and Road runners. Fish are approximately 20-25 feet deep, the best way to use these type baits is to slow drift across the points. Another good tactic is to slow troll crank baits such as bandits and deep diving bombers. Shad imitation colors seem to work well, also lures with bright colors such as orange and yellows because they stand out better in the stained water. Cedar Ridge is a place to start, as well as Masters and Crab Tree Cove. Fish are also being caught around the Ruark Bluff area. Night fishing has also been successful with the same tactics in the same locations. Your best night trips should be planned around the full moon phase. The fish are biting lightly to a degree. They are not extremely aggressive probably because of the vast amount of bait in the water, so a slower presentation seems to work the best. If you troll, the maximum speed should be about a mile and a half an hour.

Marty Thompson

Thompson Fishing Guide Service

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