Putting names with Faces (Catfishing)

[riverrat12]

Hey Chuck,
Hows the bait up there? Will it be hard to have 10 or so boats there. Are the rocks as bad as evryone says they are? Do you think it would be safe for all of us that never been in that area with boats? Want be any fun if someone gets hurt or screws up their boat!! If we do have it up there I say we make it a daytime trip. You know that area the best so want do you think?

Chris, it shouldn't be a problem. There is a nice sand beach on the left side of the lower dam that could be the meeting place.You don't really get into problems with rocks until you go to the upper dam. As far as bait goes there are plenty of options the skips should be in pretty good soon and shad haven't been a problem...it's all about water level. When we decide when we all can meet I'll suggest a ramp, there are three close Louis and Clark is right there but it can be a pain if the core gets excited, then there;s the amphitheater next to Shermanmitton bridge and the 111 ramp.all are fairly close. I know there are several guy's here that know this area well enough to get to the area I'm talking about at the lower dam,Mhall, Fisheater, onemorecast, and I'm sure huricanebob have all been up there along with several others. If we all can pick a day we should be in for a good time...Chuck

[fisheater]

Anyone who doesnt know there way around can follow me from the greenwood boat ramp.Ill show them how to manuver the shoot and the swift water.Also where to swing wide and hug the bank.

[fishhound]

I would be interested catfishin&meeting u all it sounds like it would be fun.
big cat we live in the same community we fish the same waters. catfishing is the BOMB in this stritch of the river I normaly fish the lower end from wolfcreek on down. I caught some nice fish in that part of the river from 50's up to 80+ pds I beleave we meet bigcat at B-burg hunting&fishing tackle shop u were wanting to start a catfish club in the B-burg area at that time some time last yr.I was the guy that caught a 80+ pd flathead out of mouth of otter creek.

[Boat Bums]

Ok then you bunch of sink baits. It sound like we have some kind of fishing get togeither planed. First things first lets see what days work? Will we be night fishing? If so maybe we should start about 6pm or 7pm this would give time for collecting bait also for us guppies to get some what settled in before dark and get lay of the water. I'm thinking with hot weather most of you guys would soon go home to a/c during the day time versus having swamp balls while trying to sleep. After talking to Big Cat He said he would be back on the 15th. So he might want some time with his wife. River rat and my self work weekends. So the rest of you guys way in and lets see what works. I did check with Clarksville pd on camping on this stretch. I like the Ideal for some kind of jamboree but think it might better in Sept. cooler nights.

[fisheater]

Anyone who doesnt know there way around can follow me from the greenwood boat ramp.Ill show them how to manuver the shoot and the swift water.Also where to swing wide and hug the bank.

Also for those who need bait i will get it for you or will show you where to throw your net.Its a short run from the dam.

[riverrat12]

Also for those who need bait i will get it for you or will show you where to throw your net.Its a short run from the dam.

Bring the soap lol. That water don't taste that good....Show'um John...hehe....Chuck

[big_cat]

Sounds like there will be a few of us out there. I will let you guys work out the date since when Im home Im off everyday so as long as Im off the boat any day will work. I say we all meet at Greenwood that way the people that dont have a boat can also meet us there. if we do it at the beach how would they get there. If you plan on being here please let me know I need to know how much food and other items to bring. I quess we could all meet at Hooters for food As for the big fish pot what do you all say 5 bucks sound good or we could just do bragging rights. Talk to you all later

Chris

[peter]

Hey, I would like to meet you guys down there, where ever it ends up.
I don't know Cannelton but do know my way around McAlpine. Have boat,rods cast net. bait tank etc.

Let me know when it is firmed up. Pretty much available. What water level do you like to have?

Peter

[big_cat]

Hey Peter,
Have not ever fished there, Cannelton I like it when they are running around 2-3 ft with 3-5 wickets open. The big blues seem to like a little current or alot sometimes it is just had to fish when they are running to much. I have caught fish in high numbers when they had 9 open at 5ft each. It was rough out there but we caught fish. Had to use 12oz sinkers to stay close to the bottom. I think it will be a good time. Hope to see you there

Chris

[Boat Bums]

Ok It sounds like we have a place Greenwood. So lets find A date. Chris how does the 21-22 jul sound?

[peter]

thanks. Where do you get the 12 oz sinkers? You make them?
Peter

[big_cat]

The 21-22 will work for me. Yes, Peter I make my own. I have molds from 1oz up to 12oz. I got the bigger ones from a guy that guided salt water. Dont have to brake them out very often.

Chris