{"id":1581,"date":"2014-07-02T03:03:12","date_gmt":"2014-07-02T03:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/69.46.6.243\/?p=1581"},"modified":"2014-07-02T03:03:12","modified_gmt":"2014-07-02T03:03:12","slug":"the-fishing-report-from-new-melones-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=1581","title":{"rendered":"The Fishing Report from New Melones is Here"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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Fishing Lines (cont)<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Last week we spoke about different lines and their characteristics.\u00a0 To choose the appropriate line for each presentation you must consider all the variables.<\/div>\n
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One variable to consider is line diameter.\u00a0 Line diameter is very important when fishing baits that dive or sink.\u00a0 The smaller the diameter is, the quicker the lure will sink.\u00a0 Large diameter line will create resistance and slow the baits sink rate or limit a lures diving range.\u00a0 With this in mind you can use diameter to your advantage, and reach desired depths.\u00a0 Also, when choosing diameter, consider how it will affect the baits action.\u00a0 A limber, light line will let the lure move freely and a stiffer, heavy line will hinder the lures movement and take away from the action.<\/div>\n
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Another factor that needs to be considered is line buoyancy.\u00a0 Does it float, or does it sink?\u00a0 Monofilament floats, fluorocarbon sinks and braid is neutrally buoyant (or sinks very slow).\u00a0 Obviously, when fishing topwater baits monofilament or braid would be the best choice.\u00a0 Fluorocarbon will drag a topwater lure below the surface.\u00a0 When fishing in deep water fluorocarbon or braid would be a better choice.\u00a0 Fluorocarbon and braided lines cut through the water and monofilament does not.<\/div>\n
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With all this information it may seem like you would need 20 rods and reels with each line type and size.\u00a0 This is where splicing line comes into play.<\/div>\n
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With braid spooled onto a reel as your main line you can splice in many different diameters of fluorocarbon and monofilament or, run straight braid.\u00a0 With a handful of leader spools you can use the same reel for many different applications.\u00a0 Just splice in the appropriate line for the presentation.<\/div>\n
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A good knot for this is the Alberto Knot, here is a link to learn to tie it.<\/div>\n
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30# braid works great for spinning gear and easy to cast.\u00a0 Splice in 4# mono to fish a Kastmaster just under the surface for trout.\u00a0 Splice in 6# fluorocarbon to dropshot in 60′ of water for finicky spotted bass or run straight braid to a topwater frog for largemouth in heavy vegetation.\u00a0 This can all be done with one reel.<\/div>\n
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For casting reels 50# braid works well.\u00a0 Troll for kokanee with a Rubber Snubber and a 10# monofilament leader.\u00a0 Splice in 6# fluorocarbon and long-line a Shad Rap for rainbows or splice in 12# fluorocarbon and roll shad for big brown trout.\u00a0 It is a great system once you get familiar with it, and using the right line will help you catch more and bigger fish.<\/div>\n
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Thanks- from all of us at Glory Hole Sports<\/div>\n
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Fishing Report<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Water Conditions:<\/strong>\u00a0 New Melones Lake is currently holding<\/div>\n
717,442 acre-feet of water.\u00a0 The lake level dropped four feet this week and is currently at 899 ft. above sea level and 186 ft. from full.\u00a0 The water is stained in most areas of the lake, and fairly clear in others.\u00a0 There are mud lines forming near the shore throughout the day, especially on windy days. The average water temperature is 74-80 degrees and rising daily. \u00a0Tuttletown launch is closed. Glory Hole Point boat launch is open, and there are no plans to close it. There will be some transition periods between launches where launching will be limited to one or two lanes.<\/div>\n
Trout:<\/strong>\u00a0Fair.\u00a0\u00a0Night fishing<\/strong>\u00a0has been good.\u00a0 Most anglers using submersible lights at night are catching some really healthy 2 to 3-pound trout.\u00a0 Try using nightcrawlers and Power Bait to target fish that feed at night.\u00a0 It is also a good idea to use baits that resemble the shad that are being drawn to the light.\u00a0 Live minnows work well and soft plastic worms and swim baits will work too.\u00a0 It is very important to apply scent to your baits when night fishing.\u00a0 This will help fish locate your bait. \u00a0Trolling anglers<\/strong>\u00a0have been bringing in a handful of nice trout along with their kokanee. The main river channel will have the coolest water is a good place to locate trout and kokanee. Try trolling in 30-50′ of water at 2.5-3.0 mph.\u00a0 The shad are schooling up, and are a primary food source for trout.\u00a0 Try using baits that best resemble the natural forage.\u00a0\u00a0Bank fishing<\/strong>for trout has been very slow.\u00a0 Trout season is open for rivers, and streams, it might be best to try your luck in these areas. If you do choose to target trout from the bank try using chartreuse or rainbow garlic Power Bait. \u00a0Fly fishing anglers try fishing nymphs under an indicator during the day and switching to mayfly patterns during the evening.\u00a0 Also, try using buggers and streamers in the high country lakes.<\/div>\n
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The Glory Hole Sports Big Fish of the Week Contest goes to Mike Jones and 8-year old Abigale Jones of Stockton. They caught a nice 2-pound rainbow trout near the spillway. \u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n
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We do encourage catch and release for the brown trout as The Department of Fish and Game will no longer be planting them.\u00a0 Carefully measure, weigh and photograph trophy fish and send us pictures and information.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Kokanee:<\/strong>\u00a0Good. The kokanee are biting and most anglers are catching limits. The average size is 11-13″ with a few fish measuring 14-16″.\u00a0 The fish are schooling in deep water off of Glory Hole Point and near the dam, spillway and Rose Island. A variety of colors are producing limits. Orange has been a favorite for a couple of weeks. Fish will be keying on baits that disperse water and create vibration. Try using different blade styles on each setup until you find one that works. \u00a0Try using spinners, Apex and bladed hoochies.\u00a0 It is also a good idea to modify your dodgers by adding a little bend to them.\u00a0 This modification will give the blade and bait more side-to-side swing.\u00a0 Scent is very important when fishing in water with less visibility.\u00a0 Add a Scent Chamber\/chain swivel to ensure your setup will have plenty of scent.\u00a0 Garlic, bloody tuna, anise, and kokanee special will work.\u00a0 Don’t forget to tip your presentations with dyed and scented shoepeg corn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Rick Bordon and Stan Wallace of Escalon catch two limits of Kokanee south of Rose Island.
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Bass:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Fair.\u00a0 The bass are done spawning and moving out into deeper water where they will spend the summer.\u00a0 They will move shallow at night and in the morning for a short period of time to feed.\u00a0 Then they will head back to cool water for the hot hours of the day.\u00a0 Try using reaction baits in the cooler hours of the day and switching slower moving baits during the heat.\u00a0 A great presentation that works at all depths is a Carolina Rig.\u00a0 Try using a soft plastic lizard or brush hog and keep contact with the bottom.\u00a0 Another rig that catches fish especially in stained water is a Texas Rig worm with a “brass and glass” weight and bead.\u00a0 With this presentation your can create a ticking noise by shaking the tip of the rod.\u00a0 This will attract fish from a distance.\u00a0Please practice catch and release. Take photos and carefully release the fish back into to the lake to maintain a healthy fish population for generations to come.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Mary Podesta of Soulsbyville caught this big dawg last Friday on the Glory Hole side of the lake. \u00a0It weighed in at 7.54 lbs. She released the fish unharmed after taking pictures. She reported catching it on a Berkley Power worm.<\/div>\n
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Catfish:<\/strong>\u00a0Good.\u00a0 Some big cats are showing up in shallow water. Melones catfish tend to be fish-eaters rather than bottom foragers, so use live minnows, frozen shad, mackerel, or anchovies for best success.\u00a0 Also while bait fishing, it is a good idea to drag your bait across the bottom every few minutes to attract nearby fish.\u00a0 Use a sliding sinker with a bead to create a ticking noise as your bait is moving.\u00a0 In dark water and murky water it is a good idea to add extra scent to your bait.\u00a0 Catfish hunt by sound\/vibration and smell.<\/div>\n
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The Glory Hole Sports Big Fish of the Week goes to Evan O’Shea of Sonora.\u00a0 He landed a massive 20-pound, 1-ounce catfish while fishing near Tuttletown with chicken liver.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Bob Trambley of Twain Harte caught two nice cats that weighed close to 12-pounds each.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Crappie:<\/strong>\u00a0Slow.\u00a0 Try a live minnow in tandem with a mini jig. The color of the jig will draw fish to it, and the live minnow triggers the bite. With the water warming up the fish will suspend in the middle of main lake creek channels.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Guide Report From Guide John Liechty<\/strong><\/div>\n
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The summer heat has set in, and the lake is down a bit.\u00a0 The bite has become a bit tough but we are still catching plenty of fish, and some pretty nice ones.\u00a0 The best bite time is in the early morning or late in the evening.\u00a0 I would suggest being on the water before\u00a05:00 am<\/span><\/span>\u00a0if you plan on throwing topwater baits.\u00a0 Once the sun comes up it is best to switch to slow moving soft plastic baits.\u00a0 It is a good idea to rig your baits weedless because there is a lot of wood to get an exposed hook snagged on.\u00a0 The late afternoon and evening we have been doing well.<\/div>\n
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16-year old Tristan Brown and his 13-year old younger brother Jamie joined me for a half day evening trip.\u00a0 They started catching fish right off the bat.\u00a0 Between the two they landed 14-18 fish with a handful weighing 2 to 3-pounds.\u00a0 We had a blast and these guys got to Xperience some New Melones bass catchin’ action.<\/div>\n
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Xperience Fishing Guide Service<\/strong>
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Greetings! Fishing Lines (cont) Last week we spoke about different lines and their characteristics.\u00a0 To choose the appropriate line for each presentation you must consider all the variables. One variable to consider is line diameter.\u00a0 Line diameter is very important when fishing baits that dive or sink.\u00a0 The smaller the diameter is, the quicker the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":76,"featured_media":1582,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_cbd_carousel_blocks":"[]","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12,10,3,7,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1581","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advertising","category-angels-camp","category-business","category-communities","category-news","last_archivepost"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/unnamed.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1581","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/76"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1581"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1581\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1582"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1581"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1581"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1581"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}