If youre looking for smallmouth and have a boat, it couldnt be better. That is out in 55-65 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek. He caught it in 56 ft of water off the Condos on a Renowski. It was 28 inches long with a 16 inch girth. We have had enough rain to keep the water levels reasonable with some flow. He caught it out in 20 ft of water a couple miles West of Walnut Creek. He caught it in 60 ft of water West of Elk Creek on a worm harness. From what I hear they are marking them but not too many are biting. Hot bite one day. Green was his color. At Pymatuning Lake, Dave at Richters Bait & Tackle personally caught dozens of crappies from mud-bottom shallow bays on the lakes north end during two consecutive days. I haven't heard of any one getting many this week. The strike of a sucker is very subtle and easily mistaken for a steelhead in the Spring. The weather this weekend is not supposed to be very nice. October Steelhead and Late September Walleye: . Anglers are catching a large number of Yellow Perch near the boat launches around Lake Arthur. To rough and the clock has wound down. It was 8 pounds 10 ounces, 29 inches long and a girth of 17 inches. Website www.poorrichardserie.com. 6821 West Lake Road Fairview, PA 16415 Phone 814.474.5623 Send E-mail. For directions to the Tom Ridge Center, visit www.trecpi.org. It was 29 inches long and had a girth 18 inches. Perch fishing continues to thrive with schools holding in 50' off the light house, condos, and due north off Walnut Creek. Ron Milavec of Pittsburgh (Eyes of Plenty) brought in his Angler Award Walleye. It was 25 inches long. No boats are trolling in front of the creeks yet either. It is still too warm (75 degrees). He caught it out in 77 ft of water Northeast of Walnut Creek on a Renowsky Plug. All the walleye catches were made drifting crawler harness near shore. Hands on Walleye Fishing in August 2008 aboard the SeaWolf: , WCO Report Photos for Erie County 08/13/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 08/13/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 08/06/2008: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 08/06/2008: Erie area Erie, PA. On the radio I heard some good reports of walleye and perch. Fish moving all over the place managed to put three in the net on natural nymphs. They also were using Golden Shiners. It was 30 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. Although, not the most popular eating fish the meat is delicate with a slightly sweet taste and is often cooked, flaked and made into "fish cakes" or pan fried if you don't mind picking through the bones. This past weekend saw countless anglers bringing in limits in only a few hours. Fifteen year old Raquel Gold and her sister ErikaRose of Jeannette, PA brought in theirs for Angler Award. West Erie County, DWCO Randy Leighton rglerie@msn.com, Conditions: September and early October often present a variety of of opportunities for area anglers and this year is no exception. Color was Corn (Yellow). He was in 30 ft of water off of Elk Creek using a Green and Orange plug. Time is running out for the possibility if any good ice fishing season. David Schuffert of New Kensington, PA caught this 8 lb -9 oz Walleye. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The one on the left was a citation sized one at 9 pounds 1 ounce, 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. 2/1/2023. She caught hers out in 73 ft. of water also using worm harness but her color was green Mad Money. He caught it out in 65 ft of water straight out of Walnut Creek on a worm harness. Run off from the remaining snow throughout the county will likely last several days. Fishing has been good at the Elk Creek access this past week end with very little angling pressure. Most fish were caught between sunset and sunrise with activity slowing around 7:00 am or so. Anglers have been out in force trolling the shorelines off the mouths of Walnut, and Trout and Godfrey runs. Monday NightCloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow. The color was orange. His was caught at the same depth of 68 ft and west of Walnut Creek. Daniens (left) was 7 pounds 9 ounces, 27 inches long with a girth of 15 inches. throughout the fall and will continue until the lake freezes. Just because I dont have that many pictures doesnt mean that they arent catching fish. It was 25 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The Northwest PA Chapter of Trout Unlimited will be hosting the Fly Fishing Film Tour on Friday, March 10th at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under and can be purchased at https://www.flyfilmfest.com or at the door. Planer boards are almost a must for near shore walleye when trolling. Anglers catches in this region will mostly come from the 2014 and 2015-year classes and will average 9 inches long.Additional opportunitiesSmallmouth bass and largemouth bass fishing in 2019 should provide both good catch rates and trophy size opportunities. Eight year old Paul E. Martin of West Mifflin brought in his first Steelhead. I have heard some good reports of Perch off of Conneaut. He caught it in 62 ft of water straight off Elk Creek on an Emerald Shiner. By Monday, temps started to climb melting away most of the whitestuff adding some flow and much needed color to the low and clear conditionswe have had. Oh! You will notice the size is larger. (of course catching is half the fun). alleye anglers continue to try their luck on the. The 30th was the clients first day with these fellows as we also caught 42 walleye drifting willow leaf blades of watermelon or fire tiger. Water temperature is still cold. Presque Isle bay has become dangerously thin in many areas. Although many fish have been in the tribs for a while, there have been many reports of fresh steelhead being caught. A Little of Each 06/21/2012: . Paul Durci of Sarver, PA brought in this nice sized male Steelhead. A fair crowd was lined up along the wall through out the weekend. It is supposed to have Thunderstorms starting Friday night and continuing until Monday. His color was Wonder Bread. Finicky winter fish can often be coaxed into striking by simply changing baits. Egg sacks, single eggs, and the egg imitation patterns have been popular in these areas. Not too many people coming in with their limits. The water depth for them are anywhere from 48 ft to 55 ft. Cleveland is calling for 2-4 ft waves for the rest to this weekend but they change the report (4) times a day. Lake Erie Water temperature off the Port of Erie is 73 degrees as of this writing. His color was Green/Silver. We haven't had any significant amount of rain to help entice more fish to come in and to dirty up the water a bit. The access areas at Elk and Walnut Creeks have been crowded and the angler pressure intense. A few doubles also puts the smiles on the faces. Tom Raught of Eldred, PA brought in an 8 pound 8 ounce Walleye for Angler award. The best time for catching is before sunrise and after sunset. Downstream at Shenango Lake, Ken Smith and a friend caught close to 100 crappies and perch, with each angler keeping their limit of crappies; but the next day, Smith could not get a single crappie bite anywhere on the lake. Thirteen year old Edmund Pyska brought in a 1 lb -3 oz Perch for Junior Award. He caught this steelhead on a spoon, northeast of Walnut Creek in 50 ft of water on a Pink, silver, and blue spoon. 14 oz. Lightspeed, Thank you for shopping small at the "BEST LITTLE LURE HOUSE IN PA", Strategically located on the Pennsylvania western shore of Lake Erie only minutes from the famous steelhead tributaries and public boat launches and marinas, we are here to help you do one thing -, Red Wing/ Black Bird SABRETOOTH EGG HOOK BRONZE CHEMICALLY SHARP 20/PK. The temperature dropped from 76 degrees to 69 degrees in that time also. It was 26 inches long and had a girth of 14 inches. Ernie Larch of Greensburg brought in a 10 pound 6 ounce, 31 inch Walleye with a 17 inch girth for Angler Award. He was using a Repella and his color was Purple. Fly anglers were doing well on single egg patterns, small woolly buggers, and suckerspawn patterns in pink, white, cream peach, and red at times. Smallmouth were the only species caught Monday. Just no pictures. Anglers have started fishing the trib mouths, especially at Trout and Godfrey Runs, hooking an occasional jack or two but nothing of any size. These are just some of the people who caught Citation sized fish for Angler Awards. Dakotas was 1 pound 3 ounces, 13 inches long with a girth of 9 inches. Jerameys (right) fish was 7 pounds 3 ounces, 28 inches long with a girth of 15 inches. Walleye fishing has fallen off a bit however, there are still plenty to be had in our area. If you do not know what to give a friend or family. Nice Weather but Slow Steelhead Fishing 11/13/2010: , WCO Report and Photo for Erie County 11/10/2010: Erie area Erie, PA. Marina Opening Day for 2010 11/04/2010: , WCO Report for Erie County 11/03/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 10/27/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 10/20/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 10/20/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report and Photo for Erie County 10/13/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, fishing report for 10-8-2010-10-9-2010: Erie area Erie, PA. First Steelhead Picture 10/8/2010: , WCO Report for Erie County 10/06/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, Tentative Date for Walnut Creek Basin to Open: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 09/29/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 09/29/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 09/22/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 09/22/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, Trolling for Steelhead in front of Trout Run: Erie area Erie, PA, WCO Report Photos for Erie County 09/15/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, 9/18/2010 Fishing Report: Erie area Erie, PA, Fishing on Saturday September 18, 2010: Walnut Creek Erie, PA, WCO Report for Erie County 09/15/2010: Erie area Erie, PA, Fishing Report 9/11/10: Erie area Erie, PA. Walleye's And The End of Summer 09/09/10: , WCO Report for Erie County 09/08/2010: Erie area Erie, PA. 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. So, you will see a bit of an updated and new look. He caught his in 32 ft of water in front of the clay banks at Godfrey Run. Ohio River Forecast - NWSPA Real-Time Streamflow - USGSAllegheny River, Kinzua Reservoir - Water Condition Hot Line:814-726-0164, Cook ForestErie BluffsMcConnells MillMorainePresque IslePymatuning. The color was Green. Chance of precipitation 50 percent. Boaters Reminded to Wear PFD's During the Cold Weather Boating Season: Conditions:Trib conditions remain somewhat low and clear with some color in the deeper pools and some flow. 3-yr Resident =$64.703-yr Non-Resident = $154.73-yr Senior Resident = $31.703-yr Lake Erie Permit = $25.703-yr Trout/Salmon Stamp = $25.703-yr Combo = $43.70, 5-yr Resident = $106.705-yr Non-Resident = $256.705-yr Senior Resident = $51.705-yr Lake Erie Permit = $41.705-yr Trout/Salmon Stamp = $41.705-yr Combo = $71.70. He caught it out in 57 ft of water off Elk Creek using a Copper worm harness. And it doesnt seem to be any rain in the next week either. It was caught on a worm harness with the color being watermelon. Blue was the color for them. His colors were Red/white/blue. Tom Lustig from pittsburgh, pa.brought his son and 2 neighbor boys fishing for the evening. It took him 2 minutes to hook the first fish. James caught him out at the mouth of Walnut Creek on Salmon Egg in a sack. Fourteen year old Tom Donnelly of South Park, PA brought in an 8 pound 11 ounce fish for Junior Angler Award. His color was Chartreuse. The color was watermelon. Earlier this week temperatures soared into the eighties slowing the steelhead migration but at the same time allowing boaters to continue to take to the Lake for perch and the remaining walleye. Bluegill will eat anything they can get into their mouths. From what I hear for every Yellow Perch there is at least one White Perch. I did have a few people catch though, mostly in the marina. There's water in the creek and the color is good. He caught it on the same worm harness and Chartreuse but in 50 ft of water. Steelhead fishing Walnut Creek and Trout Run: . The tribs are still very low and very warm and there hasn't been any evidence of early staging at the mouths. Successful anglers say even a lit cigarette can scare them away from the shore at night. Also, I have seen at least 10 fish get caught in the marina today (Friday) so far. Conditions:Very warm area temperatures have given a boost to a rise in water temperatures on Lake Erie. The fish are just now beginning to come in closer from deep water. They didnt make Angler Award but the both together weighed 15 pounds. The lake is supposed to be pretty rough for the next couple days so there are not and probably wont be any boats going out. Twelve year old Shamus Sullivan of Ruther Glen, VA brought in a 1 pound Perch for Junior Award. Aboard the Sea Wolf we mostly fish rod in hand using Nightcrawler harnesses drifting at or near the bottom. The Manchester Hole is still loaded with fish and will continue to draw a good number of anglers until ice over. Fish will be easily spooked and not as aggressive in the colder temperatures. Anglers are catching Walleye and Northern Pike from boats, along the shore near the boat ramp, and at the point of the island. The creek is high and cloudy in color. The most effective method is light or ultralight spinning tackle. I usually tell the fishermen that the best time for Steel head (if you are planning your vacation around catching them) is the middle of October and into November. Early August 2021 walleye fishing was for the kids and the Captain: , Posted by: Captain Ron Rusch Date Posted: 13:26:27 8/30/21 Abundance of steelies are stacked up in Trout Run. Fifteen year old Brett Benson of Hollidaysburg, PA brought his Walleye in for Junior Award. He was the second one to catch a fish but the first one to net it and bring it to shore. Jessica Butcher of Ambridge, PA came in with this 7 pound 6 ounce Walleye. Today also finds the PA fish commission removing select fish for the hatchery. Nineteen year old Maurice Booker Jr. came up with his dad from New Kensington. Here's what you need to know, Here's how to identify them while you're fishing this season, Expert anglers suggest these baits for Pennsylvania trout fishing season, Pennsylvania hunters take fewer deer in 2021 than 2020. Perch: 30 creel and no size limit, and Walleye: 6 creel and 15 inches. The Gravel pit, although not a large body of water, is quite deep. The weather is also allowing for good perch and burbot fishing along the Bayfront and along the North and South piers entering Lake Erie. It was 26 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. He caught it at the Stop Sign hole on a Sucker Spawn also but his color was Pink. I have had a few limits coming in but no pictures for proof. All rules remain except you do not need a license. Saturday NightSnow showers likely. Nasty Weather Keeping Many From Fishing 06/27/2013: . It took a while but I believe they are finally here. It was 31 inches long and had a girth of 19 inches. Bait of the day was fat head minnows, mostly because that is all that could be found of any size in the area at this time in early April.Method: Drifting of course with live bait!!! A good number of "hawgs" have been brought in for weighing. The Perch fishing seems to be very good. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Anglers unable to take to the Lake can find good smallmouth fishing from the shore on the south side of Presque Isle State Park and along the North and South Piers along the Erie Channel. I have a lot being caught off the wall too. It was 33 inches long and had a girth of 18 inches. After next Friday the office building will be closed until April 9, 2008. They are some pods of 20-30 fish and them some stragglers by themselves swimming around. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Girard resident Thomas Dzikowski brought in a 1 pound 9 ounce Perch for Angler Award. There were quite a few people here today. He caught it on a Yellow Fly in Manchester Hole. Color was Pink. Mon shows this family how to catch and hold on to the larger smallies. He caught his on a night crawler and Blueberry Muffin. The biggest smallmouth caught was 20.25 inches also on a golden shiner purchased at Poor Richards bait shop. Although the numbers aren't big yet, they are normally a sign that Spring is just around the corner. The channel is washed in on the west side from the winter and is yet to be dredged. Anglers fishing the Lakeshore at Trout and Godfrey run at have been doing very well on calm days and evenings. Stay hydrated and the more fun you and your gang have the better they crew support you! Planer boards have been helpful, conditions permitting. The water so far this year has been very low. The second one was 6 pounds 12 ounces, 25 inches long and its girth was 14 inches. Well this is the last of the season. Only a few white bass. Perch color was what he used. I was told the Walleye are in. Started in 67ft. Walleye seem to be gradually moving to deeper water with success this past weekend coming form 40 to 45' of water. If it is raining in Eastern Ohio, odds are it will soon be raining in Western Pennsylvania. Then we went and anchored in 60-61ft of water off Elk (9.5 miles northwest of launch). Gomer1981. TuesdayMostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow showers. He caught it in 48 ft of water North of Walnut Creek on a worm harness. These fish seem to be going to some other section of the lake because they cant seem to be found. He caught it out in 50 ft of water NE of Walnut Creek on a Pink/White/Blue Lure off the Planer Boards. Erie CountyArea Steelhead TributariesSteelhead fishing has been excellent in all area streams. The permit is required at all times, regardless of whether an angler is targeting or keeping trout. The perch packs off the light house beach and Walnut creek numbered in the hundreds this past Sunday. His color was Green. Central basin populations have declined from the record levels set over 10 years ago and are lacking large hatches that were more common in the past. I have seen a load of fish being caught. Senior Lifetime Licenses can be bought if you will be 65 any time in 2008 from January 1 thru December 31. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The whole boat limited and the color for this one was mass confusion. Early August 2021 walleye fishing was for the kids and the Captain: . Heck NO! It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. It was caught in Walnut Creek on worm. Take motion sickness meds and do not drink the night before if you are smart. Well the perch are still not coming on hot and heavy. , and many bass anglers have reported good hook-ups. His color was pink. Eleven yr old Dylan Fedei of Fairview came in with a 1 pound Perch. The one made it but the other one didnt quite make it. Had to go deeper to get the last 3. Saw one fish landed by a boat. This is of course not an endorsement to throw caution to the windif in doubt, don't head out. Trolling along the shoreline seems to be the most productive method. Walleye catches have been fair at night along the Lake shore in 15 to 25 feet of water. We have had no rain for quite a while. A frying pan full of fresh filleted bluegills and sunfish are mouthwatering table fare and will rival the best Lake Erie Perch. Nice steelie caught on a black reef runner. Nine year old Logan Jendrejewski of Sarver, Pa brought in a 6 pound 8 ounce Walleye. All the tribs are open and were flowing high and muddy as of late Tuesday. I've seen a couple get caught but nothing great just yet. Fifteen your old Phillip McCloskey of Derry, PA brought in his 9 pound 10 ounce Steelhead for Angler Award. Walleye have begun to scatter, although there are still good numbers to be caught once they are located. It was 8 pounds 8 ounces, 27 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The color was White. Anglers are catching multiple Steelhead on every trip, especially after a recent rain. The hours of operation for Walnut Creek office will be changing to our season ending schedule. I had one boat get two today and one boater got one. Anglers are advised to use extreme caution in all areas as this warming trend approaches. The spoon color was pink. I was told there is a lot of bait out in the water and sometimes it is hard to entice them to take your bait. It was 32 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Nine year old Cameron Ward of Townville, PA brought in a 1 pound ounce Perch for Junior Angler Award. There is no lack of fish; however, with both Elk and Walnut putting up good numbers. It remains the same too. Bait: Popular trout baits include corn, red worms, night crawlers, crickets, salmon eggs (fresh cured or jarred types in different colors), the powerbaits, marshmallows and emerald shiners (everyone has a favorite secret weapon). It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 17 inches. Area temperatures are still on the cool side. Perch fishing has been good in 48 to 52 feet of water due north of Walnut Creek and off the point. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Merry Christmas and a safe prosperous New Year. Very often the angler will stick with one bait, and a low catch rate, simply due to the trouble it can be to make a change with cold hands and fingers. I have had a few fishermen who are getting their limits but very few. The favorite bait seems to be green power bait and the single egg. High of 87 degrees. Some days they are in 60 ft and others in 50 ft then back to 56 ft. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. The Gravel Pit pond is somewhat sheltered from the high winds that often blow on Presque Isle Bay and can be a good place for those without a portable ice shanty. caught this 1 pound 9 1/2 ounce Perch in 18 ft of water East of Walnut. The Walleye are being caught left and right. i think a psrty of three is sufficient for the boat we were on. Perch fishing is still strong, weather permitting. It was 28 inches long and had a girth of 16 inches. I was told they are biting very lightly. Anglers are catching Muskellunge, Walleye, and Northern Pike at the Tionesta Outflow near the wall and the campground side. I was told by a regular (Bruce) that the North winds are good for catching the fish. Dont forget you can get your fishing licenses now for next year. It was 29 inches long and had a girth of 15 inches. I was told they are biting on: mealworms, grubs, night crawlers, power bait, minnows, egg sacks and single eggs. They are $10 and you are allowed to keep 200 minnows per day with the permit with the restrictions mentioned on permit. He caught it out in 52 ft of water off Elk Creek while Perch fishing. Good size fish were hitting and dancing on the water. Sunny with a hi of 77 degrees. Fishing activity has also been light on Oil Creek, yet the occasional angler can still be found within the Keystone Select/Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures Only area (lower). Fourteen year old Cade Richardson of Johnstown, PA brought in a 9 pound 3 ounces Steelhead for Angler Award. The daily creel limit remains at 30 fish. I have some guys picking up a Steelhead or two out in the trenches while fishing for Walleye. The Walleye are being hard to find. Brian Grucza of Erie brought in an 11 pound 4 ounce female Steelhead for Angler Award. She caught him in Walnut Creek on the South side of the channel. Boaters often have success as well this time of year staying close to shore and either casting or trolling. He caught it on a hair jig in Walnut Creek. The Trout Run nursery waters are loaded with fish and are often a good indication as to the number of fish running in the tribs. The color was Pink/Purple. Anglers are advised that the Pennsylvania Lake Erie Tributaries (yes, all of them) are closed to fishing from 12:01 April 13th to 8:00 AM April 14th ( a 32 hour period). Current Lake Erie Water temperature off Toledo is 76 degrees, off Cleveland, 76 degrees, and off the Port of Erie, 77 degrees. occasional activity encountered between the cottage community of. Consider Shenango Lake for hybrid stripers. The battle of the smallmouth on the line is awesome. Up in the creek they are picking at them but the stream is low and clear. You have to take this fishing charter, Prepare to have a great time and watch the weather it changes fast. Ohio announces walleye and yellow perch bag limits COLUMBUS, OH- Lake Erie anglers have the chance to experience excellent fishing opportunities on Lake Erie in 2019, according to Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

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