There might be a few stragglers that come in here and there but the Big Run usually happens later than this. Officers will be on the lookout for litter problems in these busy areas. His color was Olive Green. August 4th, 2010 West Erie County, DWCO Randy Leighton, rglerie@msn.com Conditions:Walleye success has been noticeably on the rise with anglers really getting into them this past week. He caught it on a Little Cleo at Elk Creek. Monday NightCloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow. The greatest concentration of activity is centered within the Oil City pool, extending from the Petroleum Street Bridge downstream through the citys wastewater treatment plant. The Walleye fishing has really slowed down to almost a standstill. Thursday, Nov. 18, seemed to be a productive day. It was his first steelhead. Poor Richard's Bait & Tackle, 6821 West Lake Road, Lake City; 814 . 2023 Fishing Licenses, Gift Vouchers, and Youth Permits. His was fat all in one place and his cousins (above) was fat all over. Spoons, tipped minifoo jigs, paste baits, single eggs, shiners, and crawlers have all been productive baits. According to NOAA weather, where I get my reports, this weekend they are calling for snow and rain mixed for today and snow tonight. However, by this weekend, both water flow and color will likely be within parameters for decent steelhead fishing in most of the tributaries particularly for bait fishermen and hardware slingers. Those situations would dictate seeking professional attention: 2) At the same time use a cloth, string, or some type of wrap that can be wrapped aroundthe curved portion of the hook. The Walnut Creek marina basin was ice free as of late Monday. It has been low and clear but with the rains we had it brought in some fish and stirred up the creek a little. Daniens (left) was 7 pounds 9 ounces, 27 inches long with a girth of 15 inches. Although water levels are good, conditions are clear in most areas making daytime steelhead fishing difficult, but not impossible. Walleye action has been sporadic but is picking up. They are calling for: Friday 40 % chance of showers. As such, the numbers in the tribs can vary day to day. The color was Green. The best area of the river seems to be the lower part of Lawrence County. Perch have been hitting North West between Walnut Creek and Trout Run in 38 to 40 feet of water as well as north of the cribs in 30 to 35 feet with the action gradually improving. Battling those large sheephead and the many perch caught keep them busy. I walk along the creek here at Walnut Creek just about every day I am here (four days a week) and I have not seen a fish in it. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. The boat he was on came in with two. He caught it out in 77 ft of water Northeast of Walnut Creek on a Renowsky Plug. The Erie tribs are loaded with steel from top to bottom and water conditions look like they'll remain in good shape for a while. It was 10 pounds 11 ounces and was 30 inches long with a 17 inch girth. Flow and color remained perfect Sunday but the creek was covered in slush all day making fishing extremely difficult. The color was Watermelon. It is open to the public so everyone please come. Hi of 76 degrees. Many people ask me do I go out and fish on my days off. In the deeper depths, the small cookie size Dipseys have been popular. The lake is supposed to be nasty till Sunday than the waves are to be 1-3 ft building to 2-4 ft. Monday and Tuesday are to be 2 ft or less so that might be a better time to think about going out. PFBC considers fish stocking permits for public, boat inspection for invasive species. He was out in 40 ft of water off Trout Run using Emerald shiners. With the mild winter, the steelhead have really spread out. As the water in the west warms up, the walleye will generally migrate to the colder deeper waters of the central and eastern basins. Two of us fished from sun up till dark and landed 15 or so. A fair crowd was lined up along the wall through out the weekend. Thats a common occurrence when fishing panfish in shallow water during early spring. The daily creel limit remains at 30 fish. Captain also had a good many on the line adding to the fun. For those waitingthe ice, be optimistic, Erie's weather can change rapidly. She was fishing in 75 ft of water Northeast of Walnut Creek. He caught it straight out of Trout Run in 75 ft of water on a Renowsky. Of course this procedure is for small hooks. Walleye are very fun to catch drifting worm harness on the bottom. It was 29 1/2 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Thirteen year old Edmund Pyska brought in a 1 lb -3 oz Perch for Junior Award. I can see them trolling right in front of Walnut. He caught it out in 65 ft of water West of Elk Creek on a worm harness along with the rest. Time Observed: 1/29/2023. The weather this coming weekend is supposed to be nice with Friday- West winds, 1-2 ft waves, Saturday West winds, 2 ft or less and Sunday- Northwest winds.1-3 ft waves. Anglers are still bringing in the perch and walleye, but in lessor numbers. Action was good along the drop off areas near Perrys Monument and surrounding area. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Merry Christmas and a safe prosperous New Year. Things just havent been going to well this year so far. Robert Chaney of Middle Ridge, Ohio caught a 10 pound 10 ounce Walleye. On this day the captain caught at 7 and a 1/2 pound walleye. We didnt get her name or where she is from but what a catch. Eleven your old Timothy Smith of Cowen, WV brought in a 14 ounce Perch for Angler Award. The fish weighed in at a hefty 12 lbs. The Port-A-Johns will still be here so please use them. Walnut Creek Marina Basin to Open for Fishing:Docks are scheduled to be removed from the Walnut Creek marina opening the basin to shore anglers. Don't Forget:2012 Fishing licenses are to be displayed on an outer garment when fishing effective January 1st, 2012. Bruce Roland of Erie brought in this nice looking Steelhead for Angler Award. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Look for the water temperature to go around 65 degrees and look for boats trolling in front of the creeks. so, it may not be the same tomorrow as it is today. Nine year old Logan Jendrejewski of Sarver, Pa brought in a 6 pound 8 ounce Walleye. Anglers are catching multiple Steelhead on every trip, especially after a recent rain. The color was pink/purple. Current Lake Erie water temperature off Toledo is 71 degrees, off 71 Cleveland degrees, and off the Port of Erie, 70 degrees. North of the Lighthouse on Presque Isle is still producing as well. Nice steelie caught on a black reef runner. Website www.poorrichardserie.com. Well the perch are still not coming on hot and heavy. I have no pictures of Perch but I do know they are getting them. Current west county trib conditions are clear with some flow, and very fishable levels. Small suckerspawn patterns in white, peach, and pink along with woolly buggers and small nymphs have been good artificial choices in the shallow pools. A 6-inch soft swimbait, 1/2-oz. Walleye being caught at night is about the best that is going on now. Keep your props up as much as possible. We havent had any rain for quite a while so the water is low and clear. They caught them West off Elk Creek in 65 ft of water on a Renowski. These are new docks and it will take longer to get them out then it did the old ones. A nice 22 inch 6 pound 12 ounce made the official weigh in at Walnut Creek only to be releases for another angler to enjoy the awesome fight. His color was pink. Worm harnesses in a variety of colors have been successful with most anglers sticking to purple, chartreuse, copper and watermelon. If you want to add fish to a stream or lake in Pennsylvania, you will need an authorization permit if a . The favorite bait seems to be green power bait and the single egg. It was a action packed trip with a 9.73 lb walleye being the largest. We fished first Northwest of Walnut close to the Ohio Border in 71-75ft. Mary Lynn Ecker of Erie, PA, brought in a nice male Steelhead for Angler Award. Hi of 76 degrees.Sunday Southwest winds 5-15 knots 2 ft or less. The water so far this year has been very low. They seem to be evasive. There has been no large influx of steelhead and the fish that remain in the tribs are very scattered although there are still plenty of fish to be caught. Donna Noel from North Huntingdon, PA brought in a nice Walleye for Angler Award. It was 30 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Steelhead are scattered but there are still plenty to be found, especially near or on the lake shore. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The only place to get them is at Walnut Creek or at Regional Headquarters in Meadville. Thanks to all the kind fisherman and boaters this season. Ron Larch of Indiana PA brought in a 10 pound 10 ounce Walleye for Angler Award. Be sure to check ice thickness carefully. The numbers caught has not been the best seen ever since the gobies arrived but the size makes up for the loss. It was 26 inches long and had a girth of 15 inches. I am sticking to my thoughts of between the middle of October through the middle of November being the best time for Steelhead. Anglers fishing the Beaver River are catching Smallmouth Bass on stick baits that have a chartreuse colored belly. The office has 2009 licenses available along with many of the PFBC publications. He caught it above the Manchester Hole on white sucker spawn. Reef runners in gold and copper have been triggering good strikes as well as. Your complete source for information on fishing the Erie, Pennsylvania area. The second one was 6 pounds 12 ounces, 25 inches long and its girth was 14 inches. He caught it in 56 ft of water straight North of Walnut Creek on a worm harness. Although ice fishing may have been relatively non-existent this year, an early spring means excellent perch and crappie fishing on the bay will be upon us in no time! Twelve year old Tim Kelly of Boston MA, brought in a 4 pound 10 ounce Small Mouth Bass for Junior Angler Award . They make good Christmas presents if you cant think of what to buy for someone. Ice fishing on Presque Isle Bay for perch and steelhead has been sporadic although gill catches seem to be plentiful. Thursdays first fish was over 20 inches. Dale (dad) said why change colors if this one is working. His color was watermelon. We opened the Marina today 11/3/10 for fishing at noon. I saw "Seawolf" Charters make two trips so the fishing must have been good. Jonathan Hershey, ten years old from Saltillo, PA brought in this Walleye for Angler Award. That is the only report I can give you on these fish. It was 7 pounds, 8 ounces,, 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. Today(Friday)we are having storms most of the day. Color was Orange. He caught it in 56 ft of water off the Condos on a Renowski. Some boats are limiting though out in the 55 ft of water area. It was 30 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Any other time there are Porta-Johns available for your convenience placed around the marina property. Nice for lakeshore fishing. At least the fish population is not a concern. From the reports I am getting the Walleye are finally here. The main tributaries where a permit is required are Cascade Creek, Crooked Creek, Eight mile Creek, Elk Creek, Four mile Creek, Mill Creek, Raccoon Creek, Seven mile Creek, Six mile Creek, Sixteen mile Creek, Twelve mile Creek, Twenty mile Creek, and Walnut Creek. Walleye fight a lot more than people think. All rules remain except you do not need a license. His color was Green. He caught it in Elk Creek using Red Fly Nymph. Annual Open House at the Linesville State Fish Hatchery: Ice on Presque Isle Bay is melting fast with reports on Tuesday of a few inches or so inches of soft unstable ice with considerable slush and water. They are picking up trout at the mouth of the creeks when the weather has allowed them. On the channel wall, fishing into the creek, there were at least 40 fish caught in a couple hours. The creeks are low and clear. No reports yet on Perch or Walleye. It was 26 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. By the time we got on the walleyes, one of my crew got the "Erie Flu". There are. Low and clear conditions combined with very cold weather made for some lethargic steelhead over the weekend. , and many bass anglers have reported good hook-ups. It is a six point buck. I have had a few limits coming in but no pictures for proof. Still a good many trout still in Trout Run. It was 28 1/2 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. The boats are going out up to 35 ft of water and coming in with some Perch. It was 13 ounces, 12 inches long and had a girth of 8 inches. Wind chill values as low as 5 below in the morning. The Perch are still out Northwest of Walnut Creek in about 55-60 ft of water. The Erie Tribs are very low and very clear. Nice Weather but Slow Steelhead Fishing 11/13/2010: , WCO Report and Photo for Erie County 11/10/2010: Erie area Erie, PA. 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Lots Of Walleye Coming In 09/02/2010: , WCO Report for Erie County 09/01/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, Walleye Fishing out of Walnut Creek: Walnut Creek Erie, PA, Fishing Report Week of 8-27-2010: Erie area Erie, PA. Last Week of August Good For Walleye 8/27/2010: , WCO Report for Erie County 08/25/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, 8/21-8/22 Fishing Report: Erie area Erie, PA. Another Walleye Week - 08/19/2010: , WCO Report for Erie County 08/18/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, 8/14-15/2010 Fishing Report: Erie area Erie, PA. Again Another Walleye Week 08/12/2010: , WCO Report and Photo for Erie County 08/11/2010: Erie area Erie, PA. Walleye Is The Fish For The Week 08/05/2010: , WCO Report and Photo for Erie County 08/04/2010: Erie area Erie, PA. With a little patience, you may be rewarded with a tough fight from a beautiful brown trout! We need more boats to go out to find the fish. The color was Fire Tiger. 4 oz. Bill Freshwater of Valencia, Pa brought this nice 8 pound 6 ounce Walleye in for Angler Award. Weather started out nice, 2ft or less and then went to 2-4ft. Conditions:The past several days the lake has at times been kicking up but in general the fronts moving in have not produced any severe weather. You can also call our office at 814-899-2464. Although ice in most areas is still stable, there was considerable standing water and slush on the Bay and Tribs this past Monday. If fishing along or near the state line (GPS 80 degrees, 31.1 minutes West) be sure you have the proper license and know the regulations for the waters you are on. Famous Manchester hole Anglers fish for those tackle busting steelies. Brian Grucza of Erie brought in an 11 pound 4 ounce female Steelhead for Angler Award. Many limits of nice perch have been reported in 42 to 45 feet of water between the point and the lighthouse along Presque Isle. Eight year old Justine Kuno of Findley Lake, NY came in for her Angler Award for a 13 ounce Perch. Wonder bread was the color and name of it. The Perch have started hitting too. Catch rates have been fair to good. It was 8 pounds 12 ounces and was 30 inches long with a 16 inch girth. He was using Minnows. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Fourteen year old Alex Takacs of Clinton, PA brought in an 8 pound 14 ounce Walleye. Anglers fishing under the bridge or anywhere in the this area are not permitted to drift their lines north of the bridge. The color was Pink. Jerameys (right) fish was 7 pounds 3 ounces, 28 inches long with a girth of 15 inches. Madeline won the Reel and Naomi won the rod.It seems very few of the seasoned fishermen where catching any either. There are others catching fish but shy in front of the camera. Current Lake Erie Water temperature is 51 degrees. The Walnut Creek Basin has been giving up good numbers of fish for those willing to brave the weather. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The thing to look for is the water temperature to get to around 65 degrees and if the boats start trolling in front of the creeks that is a sign that the fish are staging. Do your research but definitely recommend Captain dawn of you want to catch the big fish! It is supposed to have Thunderstorms starting Friday night and continuing until Monday. Good walleye fishing can still be found on the South side of the first trench and as of late has been some of the best of the season. She caught it on the North end of Walnut Creek channel wall on a Cleo. The Erie area has Lake Fishing is picking up though, with the anglers targeting smallmouth trophies along the lakeshore in 20 to 40 feet of water. 60 to 65 feet of water north and northwest of Walnut Creek and along the first trench all the way north to the second trench in 75 to 90 feet of water. I only have the one picture this week. It was 12 inches long and had a girth of 9 inches. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. WOW! Jr Thundersticks and shallow Reef Runners 25ft back. He caught it using Fathead Minnows. In Erie, it could all change in a day or two. This was our first trip and it did not disappoint. Anglers are reminded that they must have a t, , from the outflow to the confluence with the Allegheny River. Five year old Bridger Jamison of Orrstown, Pa brought in a 9 pound Walleye. Walnut Creek is still holding fish in the Project waters although they are scattered and well spooked. He caught it at Trout Run on skein. This made fishing challenging, but good numbers of fish in the streams made it possible to grind out a handful of bites. Randy Scott of Delta, PA brought in a couple nice 9 pound Walleye. The big one was 9 pound 10 ounces and it was 30 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Just because I dont have that many pictures doesnt mean that they arent catching fish. I can see the rocks in the bottom. It was 7 pounds 13 ounces and was 28 inches long with a girth of 16 inches long. Typically the smaller the presentation, the better. The basin is handicap accessible and is a great place for the kids to fight that first steelhead. Down here at the mouth the people seem to be having loads of fun catching and releasing. First mates work was top rated. I left my date stamp on so you can see that this is a day in December. John Sheptak of Butler PA brought in a 10 pound ounce Walleye. Add your business! I did not hear of anyone limiting out. Fish for Free Day:This Sunday, June 1st is another Fish for Free Day. Wind and waves permitting, perch fishing just seems to get better and better. But if you dont have the rod and reel to throw those oversized creations, stick with bass baits. Nine year old Lucas Stellabotte of Pittsburgh came in with a 1 pound 3 ounce Perch for Angler Award. Spoons, tipped minifoo jigs, paste baits, single eggs and crawlers have all been productive baits. If you do not get a bite, change baits or try a different area if possible. The docks are brand new this year and they are also approximately 10 ft longer. Generally, lake fishing has been good to excellent for both perch and walleye. Danien Engle and Jeramey Kehler both of Berks County, Pa brought in a couple nice looking female fish. No more than that. The Stateline ponds are relatively shallow and are a good place to use a canoe or small car top boats. Moderate precipitation this week should be helpful. It was 32 inches long and had a girth of 21 inches. The timbers that were put in place for these diversions have held up well. No good reports on Perch yet. The mouths of Trout and Godfrey runs are still productive, wind and waves permitting. The tribs are still very low and there hasn't been any evidence of early staging at the mouths. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. June 22nd, 2011 West Erie County DWCO Randy Leighton, rglerie@msn.com Conditions: Lake conditions have been relatively calm at times over the last week and warm temperatures have finally arrived in Erie, at least for now. John Brogley (Bronco) of Coraopolis, PA came in with an 11 pound 2 ounce Walleye. 11150 Lake Road , Erie , PA 16428 | 814-725-8483. West County tribs are low and clear with little to no flow. Anglers targeting bass have been doing well close to shore off of International Paper in 12 to 15' of water. They didnt make Angler Award but the both together weighed 15 pounds. Anglers have had success targeting steelhead through the ice at the Walnut Creek Basin and in the channel just outside the basin. The spoon color was pink. Our hours beginning tomorrow are our regular season hours. The boats that are having any luck are finding them out in 35-40 ft of water off Trout Run and a little East. This trip was made awesome by a great captain. Michigan Stinger spoons and crawler harnesses are always good starter choices. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. He caught it with on a Chartreuse egg sack. He caught it in 55 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek on a Monkey Puke spoon. Erich Semelka came in with his 7 pound 12 ounce Walleye. 10 sec. It was 9 pounds and was 30 inches long. The water temp at this writing is only 55 degree so maybe after a few days of hot weather it will bring the water temperature up and the fish will start biting then.

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