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"W" 05-16-2012 03:20 PM

Time for this AGAIN
 
Here is a set of basic tips and rules of thumb for everyone to read over on bird fishing!

Tips:

When you locate a group ofbirds , don't just run up to them. There are a few things you need to know 1st about that group to be successful
- Look to see which way the wind is blowing, this is the first key factor to your success for bird fishing
- Once you have determined watch way the wind is blowing you want to go up wind of the birds,
- Once your a good ways upwind point your boat nose straight on to the set, and drive up slowly until your 400-500 yards away from set, shut your big motor down
- Now once your trolling up to the group of birds you need to determined which way the fish or group is moving...this is very important to know how you will set up on the fish.
- with light wind you should be able to place the boat in a good position to cast into the set or where you see fish popping
- If winds are high and its rough you will have to work the trolling motor more than fish....You will have to try to get your guys or gals in the best position to cast into the group while you maintain the boat from blowing into them....

Never approach a group of birds trolling upwind! This will spook the fish and shut the bite off quickly, always let the wind drift you to them! if calm let the tide push you or troll softly over

Rule of Thumb is one boat per one group of birds...More than that your going to spook fish


Awareness is key also.... You should approach a set of birds to get the most number of fish out of them. Don't worry about other groups or your next move, as this is where lots mess up on fish! Take your time and fish them ! Remember if you know which way the birds are moving you know which way the fish are moving. So when the birds fly away your able to still produce fish! Trout don't fly so there still in the area.... I have produced tons of fish by staying after thebirds leave.... ;)

System.... If you do join someone on a group of birds allow the person there to be the leader! Allow them the best angle on the group and you fill in the gap... More then likely if you crowd them they will get pushy and blow the group out!

Have courtesy for all anglers and respect, you can learn a lot also by watching others fish.

FREON 05-16-2012 03:31 PM

Very good advise and very opportune time to post "W"

Asterisk-Rich 05-16-2012 03:51 PM

"Kobe system" your welcome

Kenner18 05-16-2012 08:01 PM

Nice Job W .

mriguy 05-16-2012 08:07 PM

Great advice W

pathfinder2200 05-16-2012 09:13 PM

Well done W. Wish all trout fishermen had to pass your course before getting ok to launch!

johnnyinhouston 05-16-2012 10:25 PM

Great verbage "W". Unfortunately, the ones who should be reading and following "W's" advice don't read this--they don't.

BIG RED 1983 05-16-2012 11:00 PM

Great job w

PaulMyers 05-16-2012 11:09 PM

Great post "W"!

This needs to be in a FAQ on how to fish birds on Big Lake or any other lake.

jldsc 05-17-2012 07:38 AM

Im sure they can make it a sticky

bull1134 05-17-2012 07:49 AM

thanks for that, every tip on here has always helped me out a lot.

Top Dawg 05-17-2012 08:00 AM

Can you print that out on poster board laminate it and hang it at surrounding launches? Preferably the ones selling live shrimp?

Micah 05-17-2012 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Top Dawg (Post 433683)
Can you print that out on poster board laminate it and hang it at surrounding launches? Preferably the ones selling live shrimp?

LOL!!!

Texas Tiger 05-17-2012 09:03 AM

From someone who is still learning, I really appreciate this...thanks W

Super Spook 05-17-2012 09:32 AM

No sarcasim or BS at all, just solid advice. Good job dude!

Suthrngntlmn 05-17-2012 11:29 AM

Thanks for the advice "W"; much appreciated.

Purple Back 05-17-2012 02:48 PM

I don't agree at all. I just pull up into the middle of a set and catch 2 or 3 then go to the next set. It's quicker.

Duck Butter 05-17-2012 03:22 PM

Big Lakes most potlicked fisherman

'Everytime the Haynie stops, birds appear'

"W" 05-17-2012 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purple Back (Post 433884)
I don't agree at all. I just pull up into the middle of a set and catch 2 or 3 then go to the next set. It's quicker.

LMAO...You must only fish Saturdays :confused:

meaux fishing 05-17-2012 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purple Back (Post 433884)
I don't agree at all. I just pull up into the middle of a set and catch 2 or 3 then go to the next set. It's quicker.

LMAO!!!!


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