Lake Silverwood 04/01

[Yakin]

Originally Posted by Deefeesha

shore fishing right?

Nope we are going out on the kayaks

[Mr. Adventure]

Would be down but I have work Sunday. Next time.

[ericko]

what time do the gates open?

[hiramehunter]

Sounds interesting!
I might be up for this!
I'll bring my son too! Let me know what time and I'll see if i get permission!

I've never done stripers before but what kind of setup do you guys use?

ed

[Yakin]

Originally Posted by hiramehunter

Sounds interesting!
I might be up for this!
I'll bring my son too! Let me know what time and I'll see if i get permission!

I've never done stripers before but what kind of setup do you guys use?

ed

I will know forsur if the sit on top kayaks are ok I know sit in kayaks are
but normally I use about 8lb test and troll with a rooster tail, and a gulp minnow or a rattle trap then have a cast master on hand for if I see them busting ontop

[YakMedic]

Originally Posted by hiramehunter

Sounds interesting!

I've never done stripers before but what kind of setup do you guys use?

ed

For stripers I bring my calico bass set up, spooled with 30lb spectra and fling the hell out of some swimbaits, waxwings, any big lure you have basically. For trolling I will put on a rat-l-trap or rapala.

For a bait rod, I fish 12-17lb line and let it drift while I work a lure.

Silverwood held the state record on Striped bass for quite a few years and there are still some bigguns in the lake. Last spring I saw a guy pull up a 26lber. The bite has been real slow lately but can blow open at any time. Hopefully that will be on Sunday.

I'm going to be there on Sunday, there is a kayak launch but it is best to use the boat launch so you have a straight paddle to the dam. Just drive straight in and park by the marina retail store and you can unload and wheel your yak to the ramp.

[Yakin]

The gates open at 7AM but I would advise you getting there early just in case of it might be craze but it might be slow

What do people thing about bringing a small BBQ i have one and some charcoal let me know if yall like that idea?

[Deefeesha]

7am-5pm. And you must wait on the shoulder of 138 for the gates to open and not directly behind the gate or else they'll ticket you. Also, make sure your kayak is dry. Sit-on-top is questionable on that lake--someone please confirm.

[YakMedic]

Originally Posted by Deefeesha

7am-5pm. And you must wait on the shoulder of 138 for the gates to open and not directly behind the gate or else they'll ticket you. Also, make sure your kayak is dry. Sit-on-top is questionable on that lake--someone please confirm.

Sit on tops are 100% ok at the wood. This is my home lake, I fish it at least 3 times a month on my yak. Water temps have been low so not much striper lately. It can kick off at any time. I'll post more on rigging once I get home from work.

[Yakin]

Originally Posted by YakMedic

Sit on tops are 100% ok at the wood. This is my home lake, I fish it at least 3 times a month on my yak. Water temps have been low so not much striper lately. It can kick off at any time. I'll post more on rigging once I get home from work.

Alright then silverwood is a go!!
Time isnt decided yet
Think you can make it Mat?

Originally Posted by Deefeesha

7am-5pm. And you must wait on the shoulder of 138 for the gates to open and not directly behind the gate or else they'll ticket you. Also, make sure your kayak is dry. Sit-on-top is questionable on that lake--someone please confirm.

also going in threw the gate is only for people that want to park in the parking lot I fish where you dont have to pay for parking and less of a paddle/peddle to where we will be going

[Deefeesha]

Do you get your yak inspected at the gate then travel to your launching point?

Originally Posted by Yakin

Alright then silverwood is a go!!
Time isnt decided yet
Think you can make it Mat?



also going in threw the gate is only for people that want to park in the parking lot I fish where you dont have to pay for parking and less of a paddle/peddle to where we will be going

[YakMedic]

Originally Posted by Yakin

Alright then silverwood is a go!!
Time isnt decided yet
Think you can make it Mat?



also going in threw the gate is only for people that want to park in the parking lot I fish where you dont have to pay for parking and less of a paddle/peddle to where we will be going

Yeah I was going to be there regardless. Heads up unless you do quite a hike with your yak all entry points are closed other than the main entrance. It's worth it to just pay the $10 and back up to the water.