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Lake St. Clair Perch Ice Fishing Report = Dinks
The ice fishing out from Gino’s and North has been good…as long as you don’t mind small perch. Dinks, Dinks, and more Dinks. That’s been the story over the last week. Catching fish on just about anything from minnows on jigs, wax worms, wigglers, you name it. Schools of small fish are in control. If you want some action, you can have a good time. If you’re looking for dinner, well that could be a bit tougher…maybe an appetizer. The ice has been good and hopefully the big ones will come back in. We’ll let you know when they do.
Big Slow Down on Ice Fishing St. Clair
Well we new it was bound to happen after all of the great ice fishing that’s been going on especially over by Gino’s. With the cold front coming through the fish have just shut right down. The cold weather should help improve the ice conditions anyway. Ice jammed up in St. Clair River for the last 4 days preventing Harsens Island ferry from running. You can still head out, but don’t expect a lot of bites for the next few days. Sorry for the crappy report.
Ice Fishing Report for The Weekend – Perch & Panfish
The perch are still at Gino’s and south. Jigs with minnows and jigs with waxworms are the ticket. 7-10 feet of water is the place to be. From the reports we’ve been getting, late morning to early afternoon have been the best times to catch the fish. These fish seem to school by size, so if you’re catching dinks you may want to move.
We’ve also been getting reports of some panfish being caught north of Gino’s towards Metro. Use the same gear as above. It seems the schools are more tightly concentrated and it may take a few holes to get into them. Received a few reports of panfish coming from the canals in that area, but nothing consistent.
Warmer weather and an unblocked St. Clair River may make the ice a bit more unstable this weekend, so be careful. Good luck fishermen.
Ice Fishing at Metro Beach and Anchor Bay
We’ve been getting reports of some bluegills and perch being caught by “The Raft” in Fair Haven. Most perch have been smaller, so you’ll need to weed through them a bit. Watch the ice as reports of some large chunks breaking off may send you for a ride. Most fish coming on wax worms and teardrops in yellow or orange. I was out at Metro Beach in the marsh area and didn’t see anything caught. A few guys fishing at the day sail area also. Marsh ice is good, 3-4″. Watch the day sail area as the ice isn’t as thick and some crazy weather coming. Good Luck Fishermen.
Ultimate Fishing Show Returns To Novi
Rock Financial Showplace
46100Grand River Drive
Novi, MI 48374
248-348-5600
2010 Dates & Times
- Thursday, Jan. 7…2pm-9:30pm
- Friday, Jan 8…12pm-9:30pm
- Saturday,Jan 9…10am-9pm
- Sunday, Jan10…10am-5pm
Admission
Adults: $10, Children (6-14) $4, 5 and under Free. Would you like a discount coupon? Click here!
Speakers and Events
Coming soon…
Features & Attractions
Fishing Boats
There is no better place to shop for a fishing boat! Area dealers display makes of every type of fishing boat used in Michigan. This is a unique opportunity to see an unparalleled selection and the BEST pricing and terms!
Fishing Tackle
The ULTIMATE Tackle Expo! Michigan tackle shops supported by the major maufacturer displays offer the BEST deals of the year…joined by speciality bait vendors that travel to Novi only once a year for this show!
Lake Ultimate
An indoor lake? You bet! The Rock Financial Showplace will be home to Lake Ultimate. With over 110,000 gallons of water, this lake provides the ULTIMATE opportunity for seminar leaders like Kevin VanDam, Lance Valentine and others to present from a fully rigged fishing boat while trolling, casting and catching fish. These tournament pros will be able to give truly unique seminars! This is the most innovative seminar platform of any fishing show in the world!
Special guest host and MC, David Rose, will keep audiences hanging on the edge of their seats with his introductions and humor.
Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger Food Drive
The Ultimate Fishing Show has partnered with Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger for a huge opening night food drive. Bring a sack of non-perishable food items (minimum of 4 pounds or 6 cans or boxes) to the Rock Financial Showplace on opening night, Thursday, January 7th and get in for FREE! The food will be collected by volunteers from local conservation organizations and donated to the Red Cross and area food banks.
Shore Lunch Fish Fry
A large dining area has been designated as the site of the 5th Annual Ultimate Shore Lunch Fish Fry. The Shore Lunch has acquired “ULTIMATE” status with an expanded menu, a family entertainment area and a large bar popular with sportsmen. A basket of walleye fillets breaded in special breading mix will be served up with fries and slaw at a “family price” throughout the show.
Fly Fishing Area
Presented by Colton Bay Outfitters & Michigan Fly Fishing Club The Ultimate Fishing Show has teamed up with the best local fly fishing store to create a huge fly fishing area! With continuous free fly casting lessons and non-stop fly tying demonstrations, this area will offer the best in information and products to Detroit fly fishing anglers of all ages and all skill levels. Other activities include book signings and expert advice on local fishing opportunities from guides, professional instructors, outfitters and pros.
Free Fly Casting Instruction – Come take advantage of the FREE fly casting instruction! Stop by and ask for help with fly casting fundamentals from beginner to advanced. Professional guides will be on hand to provide tips and techniques that will surely improve your time on the water this year.
Fly Tyers Corner – Come to watch some of the top fly tyers in Michigan as they set up and demonstrate their favorite patterns or make a request. This is a constant workshop for anglers that share an interest in this artful pastime.
National Fishing Lure Collectors Club
Royal Oak’s Dennis Wolfe of the National Fishing Lure Collectors Club will be at the Show with a unique display of antique fishing lures and sporting collectibles. Make sure to bring your old tackle to the show and have it appraised for FREE — You may have a fortune rusting away in that old tackle box!
Michigan Charter Boat Association Virtual Fishing Simulator
Simulated fishing? Yes, it’s “virtual fishing!” Take the trolling rod in hand, watch the video screen and get ready! The salmon takes that lure like a freight train and your job is to land that fish. You have to try this newest technology. Michigan charter captains are on hand to coach your fish playing technique. The computer grades your ability and the best scores win charter fishing trips for the summer of 2010! All proceeds benefit the MCBA’s scholarship fund.
Ultimate Casting Competition
Presented by NBAA. Who has the best casting accuracy at the show? You? Prove it. This competition is designed to be both fun and intensely competitive for hard core anglers of all ages. Contestants will compete in a side-by-side timed “cast-off.” A special course has been designed with target rings at various distances. Each timed event will be 3 minutes, with the winner of each preliminary event being awarded a prize. High scores will be tracked with the top finishers being invited back for the “regional” championship on Sunday. Scoring will be based on the total score of clean ringers as calculated by the judges. Winners will be determined by total score. Ties will be settled by a “cast off.” Check in at the NBAA both to sign up at the show, no pre-registration required, first come first served based on available time. An official NBAA judge will be on hand officiating the competition and will determine the grand champion.
Trout Pond
Presented by the Michigan Bass Busters
The state’s BEST trout pond will be full of frisky rainbows to challenge anglers young and old. Even if you come just to watch, you will see the highest catch percentage of any trout pond you have ever seen. Some lucky anglers will win prizes every day! A small fee is charged and proceeds benefit the Michigan Bass Busters.
Michigan B.A.S.S. Federation NATION Casting Kids Competition
It’s FREE! Children receive casting instruction from representatives of the Michigan B.A.S.S. Federation NATION and compete for accuracy. Saturday and Sunday ONLY.
Rock Climbing Wall
Participants may climb this 25-foot wall utilizing the state-of-the-art hydraulic billet system. Test your skills with the ultimate in safety located in the main exhibit hall. This feature, which charges a nominal fee, is a long time favorite of families.
Premier Animal Attractions
Premier Animal Attractions is a federally licensed, family owned, private zoo located in Michigan. They will be at the show with some of their exotic animals! The animals are obtained through a variety of ways including rescue, breeding programs, donation and zoo surplus. A 22 acre farm houses approximately 30 exotic animals in large outside, natural enclosures.
Lake Huron Smelt Dipping
You say that standing hip-deep in a freezing-cold stream of a chilled midnight doesn’t sound like fun? Well, as it’s said, don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it!
Reprinted from MI-DNR
Each year, more than 250,00 Michigan anglers eagerly await the warm spring days and rainy evenings that trigger rainbow-smelt spawning runs. Like salmon, lake-dwelling smelt ascend tributary streams to spawn over gravel beds. Spawning runs begin in early spring, soon after the ice disappears, and extend over a 3-week period, as long as the temperatures stay in the low to mid–forties.
What you need
During the spring spawning run, people dip-net them from the streams by the thousands, but remember, keep only those you intend to use. It’s easy and it’s fun. All you need is a valid Michigan fishing license, a net and bucket, some warm clothes, dry waders, a personal floatation device (life jacket) and a flashlight. In some areas, especially where the current is strong and the water is deep, a long-handled dip net comes in mighty handy.
When to go
Depending on where you live or plan to travel, prime dipping season is mid-April to early May–earlier in the Lower Peninsula, later in the Upper Peninsula. Note that prolonged cold temperatures generally make for later smelt runs – ideal stream temps are 42-44 degrees. Precise predictions of just when and where the smelt will run are nearly impossible to make. And, as with all fishing endeavors, great success can’t be guaranteed.
For more information about smelt, read the Fishing Guide. The Department of Natural Resources Fishing Report line is open 24/7 and will be reporting when the smelt are running. Call 517-373-0908. The best smelt-dipping hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. each night as the smelt spawn.
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