Fishing Report

Phil Lilley · October 8, 2010

Met Duane and Mona Cheri at the pavilion at 10 pm last night. About 9 cars in the lot and another 5 in the upper lot meant the lake would be fairly full of bodies. We walked up to #1 and saw that was a fact.

We found a place and dove in (not literally). I had a on a brown hibernator, Duane had a tandem white bunny, the bottom one was conned for weight. Mona had on a san juan with a glow stick indicator but quickly switched to something else- didn't see or ask what it was.

We all caught trout- all rainbows. Duane had at least one nice one and my largest was about 18-19 inches.

My strikes came best when I would let the fly sit after casting for a count of at least 10, then a slow steady retrieve.

They blew the horn at midnight. They tied on glow sticks and scuds and I watched. Videoed a couple of small rainbows they caught.

Phil Lilley · October 8, 2010

Forgot to mention...

In the olden days, the rule on the water was-- keep your light low and close to you and off the water. Even when we used to pull down to the parking lot, we'd turn our lights off so no to shine it down over the lake.

Last night people were shining their light in the water constantly, looking for fish I guess.

I really don't care if you do it... but I bet a hundred bucks you diminish the chances of catching those fish you find with your light by hitting them with a beam of light, especially these new halogen lights.

laker67 · October 8, 2010

Forgot to mention...

In the olden days, the rule on the water was-- keep your light low and close to you and off the water. Even when we used to pull down to the parking lot, we'd turn our lights off so no to shine it down over the lake.

Last night people were shining their light in the water constantly, looking for fish I guess.

I really don't care if you do it... but I bet a hundred bucks you diminish the chances of catching those fish you find with your light by hitting them with a beam of light, especially these new halogen lights.

Thanks for reminding everyone Phil, it is annoying to other anglers. To those who use the "light on" technique, have your buddy shine his light into your face while you are attempting to concentrate on where your fly is located in the stream. In the "olden days", a well placed rock, and some curse words, were a nightly occurrence. Night anglers really take offense to lights on the water for other than safety reasons. By all means, use your light for safe travel, but try not to disturb others in the process. Two seconds of light on the water will send most big fish on the run. See for yourselves, find a big fish in your light and attempt to count to three before he takes off.

vanven · October 10, 2010

I have gotten to the point where I can do about everything except tie on a fly in the dark. Most fish I can remove the hook without he light. The big streamers are easy to see in the dark and very easy to remove without touching the fish in most cases. If the fish wont fit in my net, then it is time to turn on the light and take a peek. I will usually walk over to the shore and face the woods when changing a fly just to keep my light off the water. I always get a bit frustrated when someone tries to slip into my spot when doing this.

-Jerod

laker67 · October 10, 2010

I will usually walk over to the shore and face the woods when changing a fly just to keep my light off the water. I always get a bit frustrated when someone tries to slip into my spot when doing this.

-Jerod

That's a nice jesture but a bit of overkill. No one that fishes all the time expects you to give up your spot or to disturb the fish you have located, just to change flies. Every time you wade in and out of a spot, you have to let "your" fish settle for a short time. I will turn my back to the water I am fishing and look down as I change flies. That is all that is required. Phil is referring to an ever increasing crowd of rude night time anglers. I know you have seen them as well. It will take time for them to learn the tricks of the trade and to be courteous and become a good night fisherman. The popularity of night fishing has increased ten fold since the mid 90's. I have watched you fish enough to know that you do it right and are respectfull of the anglers around you. Good luck to all on their night time venture.

Phil Lilley · October 11, 2010

I've actually tied on flies in the dark... just to see if I could. Not bragging... may be a little strange to try. I put the fly in my mouth and then thread the line using my fingers and tongue. It does take a while. Tying the knot is easy- I don't do a complicated knot.

I could write out an article in on night fishing- or use one I have already- and add the light thing along with other etiquette issues and put it on the windshield of each vehicle on a weekend night. Don't hold me to it... but don't be surprised to find something on your truck. I could use the OAF dots to make sure they stick.

laker67 · October 11, 2010

I've actually tied on flies in the dark... just to see if I could. Not bragging... may be a little strange to try. I put the fly in my mouth and then thread the line using my fingers and tongue. It does take a while. Tying the knot is easy- I don't do a complicated knot.

I could write out an article in on night fishing- or use one I have already- and add the light thing along with other etiquette issues and put it on the windshield of each vehicle on a weekend night. Don't hold me to it... but don't be surprised to find something on your truck. I could use the OAF dots to make sure they stick.

Is there anything about throwing rocks at bright lights?

jjtroutbum · October 11, 2010

Come on guys shush.... some of the crowds might not know that the TCGS is attracted to lights and of course fall is its mating season.

I have always felt better having a red led bulb option on my headlamp while doing the turn and tie or de-tangle from guides maneuver. Manytimes tho I have had to use a white beam (aimed to shore) to figure out exactly where I am standing. If not stumps holes and holes heck giant rocks can be pretty nasty.

DaddyO · October 11, 2010

Sorry guys. I'm new to the night fishing thing. Leonard was showing my Dad and I the ropes. So we were probably the ones with the lights, occasionally, on. I'll know better the next time.

Leonard · October 11, 2010

Sorry guys. I'm new to the night fishing thing. Leonard was showing my Dad and I the ropes. So we were probably the ones with the lights, occasionally, on. I'll know better the next time.

Trust me ... you guys did just fine!

I think they are talking about the other 2 guys that was above us that kept their red lights on.. and the other 2/3 guys that was standing right there in the outlet....

you guys kept your light off about 95% of the time.. other then unhooking fish..a few equipment troubles (line wrapping around the rod tip).. and moving just a little (not tripping over rocks).. you guys did GREAT!

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