2011 carp - o - rama

[Jon]

We enter at B.B. Clark beach and swim over to the outlet. You can find out more information here: B.B. Clarke Beach - Madison Parks - City of Madison, Wisconsin

Jon

 

[BigThreeForLife]

What time are you guys meeting up in the morning? I'll meet you there.

 

[Whopperhead]

I will probably be there round 8:30am in hopes to be suited up and diving by 9am. I plan on having my first fish at 9:01

 

[slimsteve]

Since there is a group meeting over by the outlet does any one want to meet up at goodland park on Wasuba to start the day and if so what time?

 

[Jon]

I was in Waubesa on Monday with Ted (unirdna) and we didn't get a single fish. The water was clear, the temps were around 60F, and there was no weed cover- so, no fish. We did see a few bass spawning up in shallow water. By shallow, I'm talking 2'!

I just got back from the outlet about 15 minutes ago. I shot 22 fish (mostly bluegill but a few crappie mixed in as well) and saw a ton of carp- which I didn't shoot. Water was 57F degrees and the outlet was NOT on. Actually, the water was very murky by the outlet, but the rest of the area was rather nice. There were also some huge walleye- one of which was so big I thought it was a carp from the surface! I saw plenty of bass and even had a musky eying up the fish on my belt stringer. He was more aggressive than most of the musky I bump into and I really had the feeling he was looking to score a free meal.

I'll post pictures on the other thread when i get a chance to load my photos.

Jon

 

[Waterhawk]

Is it looking like the carp-o-rama is still a go, weatherwise? If it is and I can make it, I'd have a 4+ hour drive, does anyone mind a non-shooter tagging along? Looking to devirginize my gear and gain some knowledge on how you pros spear and handle fish. I have a gun but no float, so if anyone wants to test the rob allen gun, they're welcome to do so.

BigThreeForLife, how did those 3XL Hammerhead gloves fit?

 

[BigThreeForLife]

They actually didn't have 3xl, shipped 2xl and they are pretty tight. The fingers are rather short, but gloves seem like they'd be super warm.

I've speared in Hawaii but never freshwater. I'm bringing my friend, Dan, who also has almost all gear including a float, but no gun... how about you bring your gun, he brings his float and we can all go out together?

I plan on meeting up with everyone and heading to the outlet. Ill be bringing Italian Beef from my buddys place for afterwards. Right now I'm planning on sandwiches for around 12 so if we have more or could get an accurate headcount that'd be great.

Chris
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[Waterhawk]

I won't know if I'll be able to make it for sure until tomorrow evening. If I'm gonna be able to make it, I'll let you know tomorrow and get a meeting time and spot.

 

[Whopperhead]

Buck - IF you are close to someones float - you should be safe.

I estimated that there could be about 8-16 divers. Which means we will probably have 4-8 just usually the way it works. They are calling 50% chance of Rain - but I can handle Rain. I will post a weather report tomorrow night. I'm bringing Potato Salad, Plates, Sporks............... and beer

 

[BigThreeForLife]

Ill bring 3 pounds of beef (about 12 sandwiches), sweet peppers, hot peppers, and bread. Ill also have some beer. I plan on sharing my gun with my buddy and anyone else who wants to try an aimrite 90cm.
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[slimsteve]

I'm bringing my 32in biller and hammerhead 110cm rail. I am also bring a cake, some pita and humus, a 5ft table along with a small propane grill. I'll have an extra gun.

 

[slimsteve]

Expecting to arrive between 6:30 and 7:00 at the lakes if anyone wants to swap stories or get some breakfast. I will email my phone tonight to any of you who wants it.

 

[Whopperhead]

Weather update: 20% chance of Rain - no storms till the night. South Winds 5 - 10mph. If that makes you decide to dive in a different spot. The chance of rain keeps going down. It was at 50% this morning now at 20%. I'm betting we don't get any.

 

[slimsteve]

HMMM Your weather report is encouraging! I have been tracking the storms also and had decided not to camp but I was also tracking the water temp of Monona and almost backed out at the last moment. I may just throw the tent and bag in the truck also.

 

[Waterhawk]

Things aren't looking good for me to make it. I'm gonna have to wait for the next event or another weekend. Dive safe and shoot straight!

 

[Whopperhead]

Just looks to be cloudy today..................... with a chance of meatballs

 

[fishstick22]

See u there
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[Whopperhead]

Overall, I'd say it was a decent enough day. Here is my report:

Water Temp: 57/58

Vis: 3ft shallow - 15ft in about 15' of water or on the deeper end of weeds.

Weather: Cloudy with a South Wind

We had 9 divers attend this event with 3 spectators. I saw Lots of fish. Most of the fish were easier to see once I dove down to the bottom (the vis was better down there) Or diving down in the weeds. I saw: about 4-5 Walleye, 6-7 Carp, 8 or so "shootable" Crappie, Lots of BG including several Pigs!, Lots of Perch (shallow). The Big Pigs/Bass were all hanging on the OUTSIDE of the weed beds in the deeper water.

I ended up shooting 5 Perch, 2 Crappies, 1 Bluegill, 1 Carp.

The Lunch afterwards was pretty sweet. Thanks for the Great Sandwiches 'BigThreeforLife'. Plenty of Beer - no shortage there.

The Prizes went as follow:

Kraftyjack and I were the only ones to shoot Carp. I let KraftyJack have 1st pick. I also declined to pick a prize as I already have the gear and others there can use it.

1st: Mako Mask - KraftyJack
2nd: HammerHead 5mil Gloves - Fishsticks22
3rd: HammerHead 1mil Lycra Shirt - Randy (can't think of your 'username')

Overall - I had a great time and will try to arrange more events in the future.

Thanks for all who showed up - it was fun.

Pics:
1 - Whopperhead with his Stringer
2 - KraftyJack with his Stringer
3 - FishStick22 the his New HammerHead 5mil Gloves
4 - Randy with his New HammerHead 1mil Lycra Shirt
5 - Group Photo minus Tass and Family

 

[Whopperhead]

A few more pics from Yesterday.

Pics:
1- Whopperhead with his stringer and some
2- Randy Pre-Dive
3- Tass, Randy & KevinCook Pre-dive - I love Tass's Flag!!
4- Measuring KraftyJacks Perch - roughly 11"
5- The 2 carp shot.