I want to take a minute and make everyone aware of the TOYOTA LAKE FORK CLASSIC that is going to be held here on April the 9th thru the 15th. This is going to be a 1 million dollar pay out tournament for the P.A.A. members only. (Professional Anglers Association.)
This will be open to the top 160 anglers on the tour. Toyota will more then likely block every motel room on the lake for that week. If you are planning to be here then I would advise that you book your room now. They are going to have professional entertainment and national T.V. coverage. For more information call the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department or the local marinas.
I will be in Little Rock Arkanasa on the 26th, 27 and 28th at the Big Buck Classic. Stop in and say hello. It's a great show.
The rain has finally arrived, not in large amounts but enough to raise the lake level about a foot and a half to two feet leaving us about 3 ft low. Water temps are 49 to 51 degrees depending on the time of day and water depth. I have been throwing a jig in the cedar trees in 6 to 10 ft of water and catching some quality fish. A Frenzy red lipless crank bait over the grass on the main lake points leading to the spawning grounds is also producing. I had a client catch a 13.4 lunker on a jerk bait over the grass in five feet of water in this area two weeks ago on. Unfortunately he was not in my boat. The fish was the number two put in the program this year and both out of Lake Fork. (Lone Star Share a Lunker Program). Other baits such as a small Bomber A, Sinko's and Terminator spinner baits are also working. Deep water fish are moving chasing the shad and are had to stay on top of. Use your electronics and look for the shad that are spread out on the bottom. The shad that you see in a ball are not being bothered. BIG jigging spoons and Carolina rigs worked slow will also catch numbers on the main lake points.
Crappie are on the main lake points. S.R.A., Little boy point, Bryant, Hells point and in front of Wolf and Dales creeks are all holding Crappie. A Grey with the blue tail or Cinnamon and Blue jig is working well. The Grey Jig seems to be working the best for me. This time of the year you have to keep everything you catch but even at that we did not have that many small fish. This time of the year when the water temps drop, I like to add a minnow to the top jig. Seems to be more attractive and will produce well.
Catfish are on baited holes in 30 to 35 foot. The usual baits are working well. Danny Kings punch bait, Liver or Shrimp.
We have a package available for the golfers made available to us thru the Links at Lands End on Lake Fork. Ask about our half day fish and 18 holes of golf. It makes for a great day of fun in the sun.
Don't forget that we have a 24 ft Barge available for Crappie and Catfish group trips. We also have Gift Certificates available for birthdays, anniversary's, or just a gift to someone special. It's a great way to say thanks to your employees!!!
If you are planning a Corporate trip, now is the time to book. It takes some time to get other guides and motel accommodations arranged. We can handle groups up to 50 and more with proper notice. We do have reference's available upon request. What a better way to thank your customers or your employees for their business and help.
Please feel free to call me for any additional info you may need at 1-800-533-7047. These tips will also work on the Lakes in your areas. Thanks for your interest in Lake Fork Guide Services. Be safe and God Bless. Dennis