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Oneida Lake fishing report 6/28/20

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This morning started of with lightening. We waited at the launch for it to pass then headed out on very calm water. Today’s trip was 4 guys so I had Wayne Weber running the second boat for me.

We both headed to different spots using different techniques to see which was best. Turned out to be a slower than expected bite for both of us. That being said between trolling cranks and worms Mike, Will, David, and Tony all left with their limits of walleye. They also took home a few bonus fish.

Overall it was a great day with excellent customers. The weather was better then expected and that is always a plus. I have dates available in the near future if you want to get out walleye fishing on Oneida Lake.

Oneida Lake Fishing Report 6/24/20

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Last night I had an evening charter with Cassie and Scott. The weather was a bit iffy and we thought we might end up wet. It turned out to be a fairly nice night.

Not only did the weather cooperate but the walleye followed suit. We had no trouble trolling up a limit of very nice fish. Scott landed the nicest of the night at 22.5 inches.

I had a great time fishing with Scott and Cassie. The fishing has been fantastic and calls have been pouring in. If you want to get in on the action don’t wait to lock in your date.

Weekend Oneida Lake Fishing Report 6/22/20

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The mayfly hatch was in full swing this past weekend. If you are familiar with Oneida Lake walleye fishing then you know that means its time to troll the mud flats.

I had a great trip with Mike, Derek, and Ryan catching walleye and perch on spinners in 30 to 40 feet of water. Trolling a spinner and a worm took the majority of the bites. Jigging the typical baits such as blade baits and bucktails is also taking some eyes.

I have dates available if you want to get out and catch some fish. You won’t find better eating freshwater fish then walleye and perch.

Oneida Lake weekend walleye fishing

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Saturday I had the pleasure of taking out Carrie and her kids Delaney and Derek. It was a special trip for Derek as it was his birthday.

Unfortunately for the kids it was a slow day for us. We marked a lot of fish but had trouble getting them to go. We did manage a few keepers and a bunch of shorts. Not getting more keepers definitely bothered me more than the kids. They had a blast being on the boat and reeling in fish even if they weren’t big enough to keep.

Sunday it was like someone flipped a switch and I was glad because it was tournament day. We went back to the same place I had marked the fish the day before. This time they bit and bit very well.

Trolling crankbaits was the ticket Sunday. I was fortunate to have a great tournament partner, Craig Francis. He is a trolling machine.

We weighed in 13.22 pounds which was enough for the win. This was Craig’s first win and I was very happy to be part of it.

If you want to get out on Oneida Lake walleye fishing give me a call. Dates are starting to fill up so don’t wait.

Casting for Walleye

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Don and Matt called asking about a walleye fishing charter. They didn’t want to troll. The reason they wanted a trip was to learn how to catch walleye on Onieda Lake casting. I told them no problem.

Either I am a good teacher or they are excellent students. It didn’t take long at all for them to pick up the technique. Once they had it down the quickly put a limit of nice walleye in the livewell.

Is there a walleye fishing technique you want to learn? If so give me a call and we will get a trip set up for you do so exactly that.

Oneida Lake Walleye Fishing Report 7/3/20

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I first had the pleasure of fishing with Jim and Denise last year. They had won a trip I donated for a local Trout Unlimited fundraising event. They had a great time and left with a limit of walleyes. This year Denise bought Jim a trip for his birthday.

This years trip was much like last years. Jim and Denise left with a limit of walleyes and a few bonus perch. All of which I cleaned and bagged for them.

We took all of our fish trolling spinners with worms. If you would like to get out and get in on the action give me a call.

Open for business

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I am very happy to announce that charter fishing is part of New York’s phase 1 reopening.

I am open and booking trips for Oneida Lake walleye fishing now. Fishing has been great so give me a call to get in on the action. We will be taking special precautions to stay within the states guidelines and keep everyone safe.

Splash down

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Yesterday afternoon the weather was beautiful and Lake Ontario was flat. With the launch open and the icebergs gone it was time to take the boat out for a test run just to make sure everything was in good working order before the season really kicks off.

Everything is good to go and it is time. I am now booking brown trout trips until walleye season begins. If you want to get out give me a call.

Yesterday Wayne and I set up and made 2 quick passes. We had multiple hits putting a few smaller browns and one big bass in the net. Unfortunately we didn’t locate any of the large browns we were hoping for but we were happy for the limited time we were on the water.

Oneida Lake Fishing Report 11/2/19

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Ron and Brian came up from Pennsylvania to join me for an afternoon of walleye fishing on Oneida Lake. Ron had come up for a morning of trolling earlier in the year. This trip we decided to change it up and do some jigging.

The rain on Thursday left much of the east end of Onieda Lake muddy. Even with less than ideal conditions Ron and Brian had no trouble putting a limit in the livewell and releasing many other keeper size fish.

A big thank you to Ron and Brian not only for their business but for being willing to adapt and overcome the conditions. It was an amazing trip and I look forward to fishing with them in the future.

We will have plenty of good open water fishing left before the lake freezes. If you want to get out and get after some nice walleyes give me a call.

Oneida Lake Fishing Report 10/19/19

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Today I had Ron on the boat and we were hoping for the same hot bite I had last weekend. Unfortunately today that was not the case.

The temperature was chilly and the bite was a bit of a grind. We stuck to the program and managed to put 9 in the net including one double before the trip was over.

Ron went home with a limit of walleye and a smile.

I will continue to fish until the lake is froze over. If you want to get out give me a call. I have 4 and 6 hour trips available for up to 3 people.