Springtime has many different memories and feelings for all of us. For some it is the excitement of finally hitting the banks after a long winter and for others it is a reflection of previous years and their personal progression. I like to think that all of the above best describes me and that my …
Spring Awakenings – Pre-Spawn Tactics
After the success of my last session which had seen me bank half a dozen fish, topped by a stunning scaley 32lb+ mirror and my first forty of the year I was on a high and itching to get back to the same area to capitalize on the feeding spree the fish were obviously engaged …
The 2013 Wooden Shoe Carp Classic
As we approached the 2013 Wooden Shoe Carp Classic I can only remember thinking how this event could not come fast enough! Last year’s Wooden Shoe Carp Classic had incredible results, with many personal bests for anglers including myself and a couple 30lb+ beasts being landed. This sparked interest from anglers all over the country …
Spring Awakenings
I love the winter! I know that sounds nuts but being out on the banks in the worst possible weather, with snow, ice and low temperatures really makes you appreciate what fishing is all about. Most of the time you have the banks to yourself and once you find the fish it can be hectic …
A Birthday Session To Remember! – by Brian Daugherty
A Birthday Session To Remember! Sitting in class, on my birthday morning of May 10th, I can tell you only one thing for certain, my mind was definitely not focused on algebra equations! My mind was already halfway across the state on our three hour journey to the western side of Michigan, which is where …
Ethics & Etiquette in Carp Fishing…
Etiquette is defined as a code of behavior that fits within commonly accepted norms and ethics within society or a group. It might not be such a popular term as it once was but its meaning and purpose helps to create an environment for people to interact without the need for written rules or policing. …
The Cataract Story – by Christine Stout
What does a closed lake, getting thrown out on your ear by DNR for “camping” in a “no camping zone”, cliff descending, hanging and climbing, flat tires and auto mobile rescue missions have in common?? Christine Stout’s weekend of carp fishing that’s what! It started out as a normal trip, key word STARTED of course. …
Carp of the Month – April Winner
Our monthly contest, ‘Carp of the Month’ has been gathering steam and we have been getting an increase in entrants as the weather warms up. This is a FREE contest to enter and has some great prizes, just for posting a picture of a recent capture. April’s winner was out own Brian Daugherty, fresh of …
The Baiting Pyramid
Unlike today where massive carp are regularly featured in any number of dedicated magazines it only took a 20lb fish to make the angling headlines in the 1970’s. The ‘modern era’ of hair rigs, bolt rigs and long range fishing was still someway off and the capture of any carp, let alone a big one, was …
Getting Results from Shorter Sessions
Fish Less & Catch More… The time and preparation invested ahead of a few days by the water is not only rewarding but eagerly anticipated by many anglers. Tying rigs, sorting and organizing gear, cooking up bait and organizing food and drink supplies is usually essential to make sure a session lasting more than a …