Look at that. Everyone was throwing their weight around a couple days ago and now we are being civil and I think everyone has learned something from this thread, even though we ventured way off topic.
Everyone one of us has an opinion. I am a die hard tiger fisherman. I certainly have my thoughts on creating better fisheries, but I am only one person. The Dec does a great job managing our waters, but by all means if someone has an idea, let yourself be heard.
There is no doubt crazy high fishing pressure on Otisco. I don't fish it enough to really voice an opinion. But I have seen some very unsportsmanlike behavior almost every time I've been there.
In my opinion, if Otisco is to be a true trophy class muskie fishery and destination sought by many from far distances, well it sure could use better management. The ice angling pressure is insane and most people haven't got a clue as to properly handle these fish. It's nothing to go there and catch 8-10 fish a day. Do the math. That's a ton of mortality.
Thank you to everyone who chimed in and spike their opinion. It was worthwhile.
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Steve can fill you in on things of this nature which have already been discussed. It's tough.
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Welcome John. Nice talking with you. Glad to have you with us and thank you for becoming a member of Chapter 69.
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Way to go! My wife typically catches the bigger fish when she's in the boat as well. But, putting the net under them and seeing their reaction is what it's all about. Well done team!
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Very well put. The pickerel population in Kayuta is outrageous. The tigers were the best thing going for them. I'm sure there a few still kicking in there. If you get one, it's going to be good.
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At that time, most certainly. Stocking stopped in 2009 when the lake association made the bright idea to make it a trophy bass fishery. Since stocking of tigers stopped, the size of bass has declined. Imagine that.
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There have been some fish well over 40" caught in Kayuta.
The rod holders I use are from fatazmusky.com.
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Very few weeds Bob. On the north end there is some, but not the best looking. Boulders have been the ticket. Water temps yesterday were 71. I can fish Saturday morning and Sunday. Give me a shout when you have time.
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A very thin 40.5 from today. It was beat up bad. Hopefully by fall her body catches up to the size of its head. I also so a tiger eat a baby duck today.
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In all reality, I'm not worried about tournaments, contests, or what someone else is doing on the other side of the country. I'm just having fun.
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