Yankee Troller

The state, and towns that surround these tribs, have allowed this type of behavior since the Salmon were planted in this lake. Generations of anglers have treated this fishery with little to no respect whether it is taking fish un-ethically or leaving trash behind. They all turn a blind eye so they can make a buck. The antics that happen during this season are displayed all over social media now, and it makes it even easier to watch this compared to in the past. 

I know I'm on the extreme end of the spectrum, but I feel like the Salmon River, our only source for egg take, should be shut down until egg take is over. Not becasue they cant reach their quota, but becasue our best specimens and genes are being yanked out of the river every season. We see declining Salmon weights, but no one can put their finger on why. With most of the river walkable larger fish are easily spotted and taken out of the system. I'm not for closing down all the tribs during Salmon season, but the one that supports this fishery should be managed better. During this same timeframe large trout are being taken out of the system. Again, the only place they take eggs for Steelhead on the lake.

Is the concern for the small towns of Pulaski and Altmar for 1-2mos a year greater than what this 12month fishery provides?

We disconnect the negative leads at the marina. If it's a good battery and fully charged it should be fine over the Winter.

Usually it starts Columbus Day, but it's really temperature related. Egg take at certain water temps give them a better results for eye-up.

On 10/4/2023 at 8:47 AM, Earl28 said:

This years lake has had more widespread color than the previous 5 year. I am interested in some fish forcasts for next year. Thank you

I tried to look back at previous years satellite imagery, but I couldn't find past years imagery. How did you come up with this conclusion?

On 9/30/2023 at 11:28 PM, Matt From Kingston said:

Marked a good amount of larger fish from 350-500 but they were down deep like 250-300 and didnt seem to come shallower to feed. 

Next years fish. If you can get to them you may pull a few.

The Amish BEEFY bags last a loooooong time. That's what we use.

5 minutes ago, whaler1 said:

Looks like a 36 Tiara?  Cool rig. Was just wondering how big, beam, power etc.  Pretty exciting. 

Correct, it's a 1993 Tiara 3600 Open. It's powered by a pair of Crusader 502XL engines. Beam is similar to the Trojan in the 13' range.

4 minutes ago, Pair of Jacks said:

Capt Rick—would very appreciate any assistance.  I am up at Hector NY (Seneca Lake) this week from my home port (Lake Anna Virginia) working on the refitting the SeaRay.  At this point a/p is a next year budget item as I got all the electronics, downriggers, rods/reels, rod holders etc this year, but definitely want to get a good idea on BoM and pricing.

 

Feel free to PM me with your recommendations.

 

PoJ

Do you run a kicker?

What type of steering is in the boat? I'm assuming cable?

On 9/6/2023 at 12:44 AM, Pair of Jacks said:

Mattjc—did you install your a/p?  If so I would be curious if you went with an octopus helm or octopus steering drive?  I have a 1992 SeaRay 200OV with 4.3L mercuiser I/O with hydraulic assisted cable steering.  I am trying to develop my bill of materials (parts list) and any hacks/lessons learned.

 

thanks in advance for your insight and feedback.

 

PoJ

Do you run a kicker?

We install mechanical AP's often enough. I can help you with a bill of materials, and even drop ship those items to you.

On 7/18/2023 at 9:05 AM, J.D. said:

Purchased from here many times, great products..

https://www.ebay.com/str/madrivercustomfishingtackle?_trksid=p2047675.l2563

That's GOLD! Thank you for that link.

13 hours ago, whaler1 said:

What are the details on the new boat?

Whatcha lookin for? 

These came with a boat we purchased. There are (4) sets of doubles and (3) singles. $900 P/U or buyer pays for shipping.

This unit is currently on the boat we purchased and will be coming off sometime this month. It's currently hooked to a 1kw thru-hull that I'm sure I can't save. I can help you with a transducer for this unit through the marina. This unit needs to be flush mounted unless you can find a gimbal mount for it. - $500 P/U or buyer pays shipping

These items are currently on the boat we purchased and will be coming off by the end of September. The Rayamarine C 80 has a chart card in it for the Great Lakes. The radar spins up and works. - $1500 P/U only

We're excited to announce we received our "new to us" boat this weekend. We chose to go a little newer and bigger. We're excited to rig this 36' Tiara Open over the Winter.

41 minutes ago, Bustersit said:

Great trip on Saturday thanks again Rick. Can’t wait to see the new boat in action. 

It was a pleasure! You guys were great.

It's quick. I don't have the time to sit and watch it charge, but an hour on the charger is all it needs after a day of fishing.