The JAY Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 I know I'm new here, and I'm not looking for anyone to give up a hot spot, but does anyone think/know if it's worthwhile trying to catch catfish off of shore in Dunnville? I haven't found a boat yet, and I would love to get in on the derby, but can you get them from shore? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucktail Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 you can do allright from shore especially at sunset and night. You can fish right at Fishmasters orup near the dam. Use some sucker meat and 3 oz siinkers and circle hooks, Away you go!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The JAY Posted April 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Thank you sir, that's what I was looking for, and more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uglyfish Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 the past few years... several of the winning fish in the cat derby held by fishmaster have been caught from shore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 I know I'm new here, and I'm not looking for anyone to give up a hot spot, but does anyone think/know if it's worthwhile trying to catch catfish off of shore in Dunnville? I haven't found a boat yet, and I would love to get in on the derby, but can you get them from shore? Thanks! Not only can you get them from shore, but Steve (Fishmaster) will give you good advice on how to fish for them as well. When y'all hook into a big kittie, it is a LOT of fun. Don't eat them over 7 pounds though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The JAY Posted April 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Okay, I'm sold. I'll have to take a drive out and introduce myself to Mr. Fishmaster... Thanks all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherpete Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Yup, just head to Fishmaster's place... I have seen some big cats caught from his shore this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afraz Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 If not Steve's place there are other locations nearby. But Steve's place by far out performs all the others. Like BBQ island (water level way too low). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Dont forget to grab circle hooks and lead.I prefer the pencil weights myself.Esp if im up by the dam area.Have you figured the baitcastor out yet?.If you did, give that a go with the kitties.That would be fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The JAY Posted April 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Yeah, a trip to the tackle shop is in my future. Never heard of circle hooks, and I don't have anything close to 3oz in a sinker, but that will soon be fixed. I'm also guessing my 10Lb Spiderwire mono won't cut it for these beasts... On the positive, I found a guy in Oakville that's giving away a 14' fibreglass, he's sending pics tomorrow, so I may soon be floating! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikehunter Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Also you can fish from the Grand Island BBQ and snuggle up close to the dam if you wish. Steve's is good too and you can also drive down to Port Maitland but mid-lower river up to the dam is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The JAY Posted April 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 What test line are folks using to catch these beasts anyway? 20Lb? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherpete Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 I am using 50lb Powerpro on one reel, 17lb Trilene XT on the other. I like the Powerpro better as it casts a bit farther than the Trilene. So far, both lines have held up very well. You can get away with less than 3oz sinkers on the calm days, but if the wind is up or the current really flowing, the 3oz is good. If you are going to Steve's (Fishmaster's), he has all the hooks, beads, swivels and weights for sale at competetive prices, and even better, sells pre-made cat rigs. Just tie on and ready to go. Don't forget the cut bait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The JAY Posted April 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 Thanks. From what I hear, the cut bait is THE key to it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afraz Posted April 19, 2010 Report Share Posted April 19, 2010 For some reason steve's cut bait always out performs our fresh cut sucker. As for port maitland i didn't think taht area wouldbe fishable for cats since most would have swam up stream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brifishrgy Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 As for port maitland i didn't think taht area wouldbe fishable for cats since most would have swam up stream. the distance from maitland to the dam isnt very far, they are spread threw out the river and dont stay in the same spots all the time, which is why moving frequently catches more fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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