Meeting was led by Pack President Brad Valtierra
Attendance:
4 Visitors, 30 Members, 2 Speakers in attendance
Safety minute
Vincent Rinando talked about kayaks and insurance. Main point, check with your agent to make sure your kayak and trailer are covered.
Trip reports:
Heard “play by play” accounts of trips at Fayette County Lake, Dana’s Cove and Gruene, TX trout fishing.
Future trips
Upcoming trips include Powderhorn weekend (near Indianola) and possibly Keller Bay and Colorado River float day trips. Check out the website (www.packtx.org) for details
Show-n-Tell
Brad had a “show-n-tell” about his Nikon waterproof camera. It can be mounted on a pole or used by hand.
2012 Tournament
The 2012 tournament planning is underway. Contact Brad if you want to help.
Speakers for the evening:
Vincent and Sam Rinando (Team Ocean Kayak) were the speakers for the evening. Check out their website at www.teamoceankayak.com. They spoke about winter fishing for trophy trout.
Dirty Water Tactics
Dark or contrasting color baits (morning glory, chicken on a chain)
1/16-1/8 jig heads in 3 ft or less water depth
3/8 jig heads in 4 ft of water or in current
Bright color or loud topwaters (pink, bone)
On an incoming tide, the fish are concentrated, it’s easier to locate structure and ambush points are defined
Temperature – colder is better and fish deeper and slower in very cold water. On warmer days, the fish are more spread out, look for bait, topwaters are good. The time of day is not critical in dirty water.
Clear Water Tactics
Natural color baits (pumpkin seed, shrimp). Use bright plugs and white topwaters.
Tides – a low tide with clear water hampers the ability of the fish to catch prey
Temperature – warmer is better, fish are more active, look for bait. On cold days, slow down retrieve.
The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30pm, March 20th at the Sosa Community Center, 1414 Wirt Road.