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| I fish a lake that gets milky after rain or wind due to the clay that the bottom is composed of. On a good day the visibility is up to 12 inches.
Should I go big with rattles, or jointed cranks? I like the idea of throwing some rattletrap type lures. I know these put out enough vibes for the fish to feel. But would they be able to find it in that kind of visibilty?
Makes it impossible to see follows. Just shows how important it is to get used to figure 8's whether you see a fish or not.
Thanks.
Walt Clinansmith. Michigan Muskie Alliance MI chapter#47 |
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| Here are some questions to consider.
Is the mud layer throughout the water column or is it specifically located in the surface layer(warmer water)? If the water beneath the surface is clearer you may be able to fish under the mud.
What is the water temperature(surface temperature) of the lake on the day you are fishing? Fish are thermal sensitive and will not come into uncomfortable temps unless feeding impossible in other areas.
Is the murk evenly distributed or are there higher visibility regions such as bays or weedlines or the leeward side of the lake? I would check the clearer waters first but wouldn't get stuck thinking that is the only place fish feed.
If fish in the lake have normal weights you would have to think that the silt load does not impede feeding. I would always go with pulse baits, wiggle baits and pull baits in this situation and I would go with fairly large stuff. I would not throw any type of smooth glider, and although such water would seem to suggest surface commotion, I would use underwater baits in preference to surface baits. If surface temps are in a good range for musky say anywhere from 58-74 I would not be afraid to look for them quite shallow(2feet). The other thing to remember is that water color does not change the bottom of the lake, and spots that were preferred in clear water are probably the same spots that are preferred in silty water. |
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| You talking about Hudson?
Drop me a line at:
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Thanks,
Mike Hulbert |
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