Bitethis Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Im heading to empire park on Saturday morning, but wanted to try and catch a walleye below powersite. I understand the water level is very low, and wanted to know if there were any good bank fishing spots that would be worth a shot between powersite and barkers hole? If so, where...and what would be the best approach; stick bait, worm, swimming minnow, jig? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Go after midnight and throw jerk baits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitethis Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 ANy place between Powersite and Barkers? Or just as close to powersite as I can? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Admin Phil Lilley Posted January 17, 2013 Root Admin Share Posted January 17, 2013 Best thing to do is go during the day to get the lay of the land. Look for eddies - key in walleye fishing. These areas will differ as to water release, which you want. Either side would be good. Fish within 1/4 mile of the day- I'd think the best. Locals keep this area and techniques close to their vest... and I don't blame them. It's an excellent fishery for all kinds of fish and it can get crowded easy. That's why I don't personally report everything I hear about it... so when I do mention fishing is good there, you should take note! And it has been good. I think this walleye winter season will be the best in recent years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitethis Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 Best thing to do is go during the day to get the lay of the land. Look for eddies - key in walleye fishing. These areas will differ as to water release, which you want. Either side would be good. Fish within 1/4 mile of the day- I'd think the best. Locals keep this area and techniques close to their vest... and I don't blame them. It's an excellent fishery for all kinds of fish and it can get crowded easy. That's why I don't personally report everything I hear about it... so when I do mention fishing is good there, you should take note! And it has been good. I think this walleye winter season will be the best in recent years. I appreciate the insight, and letttin me know a "pocket" on the vest ;-) I probably fished that forsyth 30+ times last year, mostly for White bass. I know the locals swear by a certain type lure, that I happened to have 0 luck with...BUT! I did find my own trick for them rascally whites, and was able to swap some fishing secrets with a few of the locals and found it very valuable and very understandable (to your point) as to why people don't like to share their tackle box techniques as freely. Lst spring/summer I walked away with more notches in my belt for white bass catches than I did in previous years and in comparison to other locations. Forsyth has become one of my favorite areas, mostly because of combined quality and short drive for me from Springfield. I will let you know how I do with the eyes this weekend :-) Tight Lines! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonreed Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Apparently I've been missing out on some walleye fishing this winter. I usually wait till mid February to start, but this isn't the first time I've heard of a good bite. I would of thought with this low water, that the fishing would of been slower. I look forward to your report. And there are a few good spots to fish from. Some of my favorite are on the Forsyth side of the lake. And don't forget to post your success or failure! It helps us all when we share our reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Admin Phil Lilley Posted January 18, 2013 Root Admin Share Posted January 18, 2013 I may venture down there tomorrow night. Have to see if Doty wants to go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feathers and Fins Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Phil if you see him KICK HIM where it hurts most, he seems to forget to send reports to me lately lol https://www.facebook.com/pages/Beaver-Lake-Arkansas-Fishing-Report/745541178798856 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozarkgunner Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Nothing to see at the pothole. No need for megabass plus one in glitter colors and please leave the rainbow trout colored pointers at home. Nothing to see... Angler At Law Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitethis Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 ... don't forget to post your success or failure! It helps us all when we share our reports. I most definitely will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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