tritz18 Posted February 21, 2011 Posted February 21, 2011 Hey guys I was wondering when people starting fishing for bass on Lake Champlain? I am a freshman at UVM and I am just wondering if I should bring my rods up after spring break in two weeks. School gets out early May, so is April a good time to fish the lake. Also it would be great to get out on the lake and fish so if anyone needs a fishing partner let me know. I could split gas and such. Thanks Quote
Super User webertime Posted February 21, 2011 Super User Posted February 21, 2011 Things start to explode right around exam time. You "CAN" get huge Smallies off the fill/bike path in Colchester/Mallett's Bay. The Lakers and Salmon will chase and ball up the Smelt/Alewifes in the breaks (bridge sections) of the fill. The area Smallmouths follow and poach the bait balls. I've seen 2 6lb SM and a 12lb laker taken in the same spot in an hour. If you have access to a car get a ride to a few of the small rivers and creeks that run under Shelburne Road (intentionally vague) for 3-5lb Smallmouths on light tackle. PM me if you want and we can hook up when it warms up. I lived in Harris 420 my freshman year (96-97). Quote
tritz18 Posted February 21, 2011 Author Posted February 21, 2011 PM sent, keep the input coming guys! Quote
WanderLust Posted February 25, 2011 Posted February 25, 2011 Yes, bring your gear! Things will really start to get interesting then... I live in Milton and fish from Ice out to Ice up. South Hero side of the bike path is also great fishing. LOL @ intentionally vague. Quote
tritz18 Posted February 25, 2011 Author Posted February 25, 2011 Thanks, don't worry about it I will be exploring the area for many different spots. Hoping to fish down home over break and then bring my stuff back up for some fishing up here. This weather today makes me wanna fish even more! Quote
WanderLust Posted February 25, 2011 Posted February 25, 2011 Thanks, don't worry about it I will be exploring the area for many different spots. Hoping to fish down home over break and then bring my stuff back up for some fishing up here. This weather today makes me wanna fish even more! If you need a tour guide, let me know. I've lived North for several years but spent my whole youth farther south in the state. Quote
tritz18 Posted February 25, 2011 Author Posted February 25, 2011 That would be great considering I don't really know my way around the Burlington area waterways. Obviously you can't just to any spot on the lake and fish from the shore and catch fish. I am really excited to fish this area though Quote
WanderLust Posted February 25, 2011 Posted February 25, 2011 That would be great considering I don't really know my way around the Burlington area waterways. Obviously you can't just to any spot on the lake and fish from the shore and catch fish. I am really excited to fish this area though The area Webertime described is money in April. Anyway shoot me a PM or whatever. When I start going out I can show you around. Solid 10" of snow right now... But my order from TW arrived so although its expensive I won't be bored. Quote
StoweSmallmouth1 Posted March 3, 2011 Posted March 3, 2011 Hey guys I am new to the forum but would def be interested in meeting up once the hard water lets up. I have a place in Stowe, and am there most weekends. I don;t usually fish around Burlington but would love to get out and try it. I have some spots closer to Stowe and some past Jeffersonville but would love to hit up the big lake and some of its tributaries. I would be more than happy to PM you with my contact info. let me know Thanks! Quote
WanderLust Posted March 6, 2011 Posted March 6, 2011 Indeed. Maybe we should have a VT Meet N Greet or something. Just made a trip to Gander Mtn in Plattsburg today... Was disappointed. Did snag some basics but overall not worth the gas. Quote
tritz18 Posted March 6, 2011 Author Posted March 6, 2011 I would defiantly be interested in getting together at some point just to meet some people. Coordinate some fishing as the weather warms up. Let me know 1 Quote
gungpow Posted March 7, 2011 Posted March 7, 2011 I'd be down for a meet... lower Lamoille produces good fish too if you like heavy cover. Quote
StoweSmallmouth1 Posted March 7, 2011 Posted March 7, 2011 If I had to rank the big 4 outdoor places I would put Bass Pro, Cabellas, Gander, then Dicks, I have not been too impressed with Gander. I think you are better off using the gas (and time) and driving down to Boston or East Hartford and going to either Cabellas or Bass Pro. As for the meet up I am 100% down, just shoot me a PM or something. Prob hard to imagine fishing when there is 2 feet of fresh pow on the ground, very upset I am not there right now, I did manage to fish in NJ this weekend though, results where not great, but if I am not skiing I better be fishing! Quote
Super User webertime Posted March 7, 2011 Super User Posted March 7, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. Quote
gungpow Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. Are these navigable waters of Champlain? If so, I can take one on the boat from a nearby launch... Quote
WanderLust Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. I have access to a kayak and a death trap canoe... Currently looking for a boat for this season so we'll see what happens there. Quote
gungpow Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. I have access to a kayak and a death trap canoe... Currently looking for a boat for this season so we'll see what happens there. Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Quote
WanderLust Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. I have access to a kayak and a death trap canoe... Currently looking for a boat for this season so we'll see what happens there. Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat lol soon. Not like we can use it anytime soon. Quote
gungpow Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. I have access to a kayak and a death trap canoe... Currently looking for a boat for this season so we'll see what happens there. Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat Boat lol soon. Not like we can use it anytime soon. Ya...don't mind me... just forward looking. In the past two days, I've spent $1800 on waterfowl means... and another $400 on bass s*&*t I hate snow. On a bright note, the plow guy just showed up, finally. Looks like I'll have to go to work in the AM. :\ Quote
Super User webertime Posted March 8, 2011 Super User Posted March 8, 2011 I'm down for a meet up for sure! If we can scare up some Canoes/Kayaks I have access to 2 spots that yielded a few 5lb+ LM EARLY in the season. I got a 6.6lb out of one that had ice on it the day before. Are these navigable waters of Champlain? If so, I can take one on the boat from a nearby launch... One is, the other has no launch for a real boat, although a row/jon boat will work in there. I might have a small Jon boat by then to go along with the canoe. Quote
grampa1114 Posted March 15, 2011 Posted March 15, 2011 Guys...If you can get to the boat ramp below the falls at Otter creek in Vergennes...You won't need a boat. Quote
BassininVT Posted March 16, 2011 Posted March 16, 2011 New to the forum but have kayaks and a canoe. Would love to share some good fishing with others. Quote
WanderLust Posted March 17, 2011 Posted March 17, 2011 New to the forum but have kayaks and a canoe. Would love to share some good fishing with others. Welcome. Where do you primarily fish? I normally frequent North LC, Arrowhead, Lamoile and whatever ponds are around. Bring on the thaw!!!! Quote
BassininVT Posted March 17, 2011 Posted March 17, 2011 New to the forum but have kayaks and a canoe. Would love to share some good fishing with others. Welcome. Where do you primarily fish? I normally frequent North LC, Arrowhead, Lamoile and whatever ponds are around. Bring on the thaw!!!! St. Albans and up. Quote
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