Post by: Machias on November 01, 2023, 09:49:36 AM
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Post by: Southpole on November 12, 2023, 01:25:54 PM
I booked an ice fishing trip for the wife and I down on Cascade Lake, ID for 15 Jan 2024. Can't wait to finally fish that lake!!Who is taking you out? We’ve iced fished it twice, missed last year. It’s a blast especially if you can get a good school of perch going on under you, might get some monster trout too. January is a great time to go, you just need to get there before mid to late February when the blood worm hatch occurs which makes catching anything challenging. I’d be surprised the state park would be open for camping, the snow build up and temperatures would make for difficult maintenance.
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Post by: Machias on November 14, 2023, 09:38:40 AM
I booked an ice fishing trip for the wife and I down on Cascade Lake, ID for 15 Jan 2024. Can't wait to finally fish that lake!!Who is taking you out? We’ve iced fished it twice, missed last year. It’s a blast especially if you can get a good school of perch going on under you, might get some monster trout too. January is a great time to go, you just need to get there before mid to late February when the blood worm hatch occurs which makes catching anything challenging. I’d be surprised the state park would be open for camping, the snow build up and temperatures would make for difficult maintenance.
Christopher Weber
Post by: Machias on November 14, 2023, 09:39:18 AM
Those fat Perch sound so delicious! Here's my cousin and his buddies on a trip down there. He's a fishing guide and does some cool YouTube videos. Enjoy the trip!
Great video, thanks for sharing!
Post by: Southpole on December 02, 2023, 08:09:26 AM
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Post by: Southpole on December 09, 2023, 05:29:31 PM
We got a AirBnBGood choice, be comfortable.
Post by: Machias on December 27, 2023, 09:45:30 AM
Post by: Rob on December 27, 2023, 10:13:44 AM
I know only the super shallow stuff is frozen up here.
Wierd year.
Post by: Southpole on December 27, 2023, 12:02:56 PM
Well bummer the Cascade Lake trip has been cancelled. Maybe next year! :(That is unfortunate. Sorry to hear that :(
Post by: Machias on December 27, 2023, 01:19:16 PM
I assume due to lack of ice?
I know only the super shallow stuff is frozen up here.
Wierd year.
That is a small part of it. Scheduling issues as well. I WILL make it down there. :)
Post by: Rob on December 27, 2023, 01:53:06 PM
Post by: Southpole on December 27, 2023, 01:55:52 PM
Post by: Southpole on January 01, 2024, 10:07:29 AM
Post by: CoryTDF on January 30, 2024, 01:17:24 PM
I assume due to lack of ice?
I know only the super shallow stuff is frozen up here.
Wierd year.
That is a small part of it. Scheduling issues as well. I WILL make it down there. :)
Heading there in a couple weeks for my 5th year. I will spend 10 days fishing it and Payette for big lakers. We typically do really well on Cascade with my PB is a 17'' 2.8LB perch.
Here are my tips for you:
1) You really don't NEED a guide. Use a good map and fish structure and you will be on fish.
2) Make sure you have good rubber boots because the slush can be brutal!
3) Don't waste money on all the gimmick lures and jigs. Tingler spoons and small perch pattern Frost Bite Tantrums or the like. Hali jigs if they are being picky.
4) Don't be afraid to move. If you're not on fish, go find them.
5) If you want big trout, fish shallow or middle of column
6) Buy, or make, some Jaw Jackers- They work and you will catch fish on them. You get 5 rods per person, use them!
7) Most important step- Stop buy Tackle Toms and spend some money. They are great guys and it's nice to support them.
I sure hope you find a way to get there this year. If not, good luck to you next year! Pray you don't hit the chironomidae larva hatch. If you do, or you hear that it's happening, you should expect fishing to suck butt.
Post by: Woodchuck on January 30, 2024, 01:38:52 PM
Post by: Southpole on January 30, 2024, 03:05:31 PM
Post by: TommyH on February 19, 2024, 02:45:20 PM
I assume due to lack of ice?
I know only the super shallow stuff is frozen up here.
Wierd year.
That is a small part of it. Scheduling issues as well. I WILL make it down there. :)
Heading there in a couple weeks for my 5th year. I will spend 10 days fishing it and Payette for big lakers. We typically do really well on Cascade with my PB is a 17'' 2.8LB perch.
Here are my tips for you:
1) You really don't NEED a guide. Use a good map and fish structure and you will be on fish.
2) Make sure you have good rubber boots because the slush can be brutal!
3) Don't waste money on all the gimmick lures and jigs. Tingler spoons and small perch pattern Frost Bite Tantrums or the like. Hali jigs if they are being picky.
4) Don't be afraid to move. If you're not on fish, go find them.
5) If you want big trout, fish shallow or middle of column
6) Buy, or make, some Jaw Jackers- They work and you will catch fish on them. You get 5 rods per person, use them!
7) Most important step- Stop buy Tackle Toms and spend some money. They are great guys and it's nice to support them.
I sure hope you find a way to get there this year. If not, good luck to you next year! Pray you don't hit the chironomidae larva hatch. If you do, or you hear that it's happening, you should expect fishing to suck butt.
How did you do on the lakers? Macks are a new personal favorite to target for me.
Post by: CoryTDF on February 25, 2024, 12:11:28 PM
I assume due to lack of ice?
I know only the super shallow stuff is frozen up here.
Wierd year.
That is a small part of it. Scheduling issues as well. I WILL make it down there. :)
Heading there in a couple weeks for my 5th year. I will spend 10 days fishing it and Payette for big lakers. We typically do really well on Cascade with my PB is a 17'' 2.8LB perch.
Here are my tips for you:
1) You really don't NEED a guide. Use a good map and fish structure and you will be on fish.
2) Make sure you have good rubber boots because the slush can be brutal!
3) Don't waste money on all the gimmick lures and jigs. Tingler spoons and small perch pattern Frost Bite Tantrums or the like. Hali jigs if they are being picky.
4) Don't be afraid to move. If you're not on fish, go find them.
5) If you want big trout, fish shallow or middle of column
6) Buy, or make, some Jaw Jackers- They work and you will catch fish on them. You get 5 rods per person, use them!
7) Most important step- Stop buy Tackle Toms and spend some money. They are great guys and it's nice to support them.
I sure hope you find a way to get there this year. If not, good luck to you next year! Pray you don't hit the chironomidae larva hatch. If you do, or you hear that it's happening, you should expect fishing to suck butt.
How did you do on the lakers? Macks are a new personal favorite to target for me.
Sadly, the ice on Payette was unsafe so I could not go after lakers. Cascade treated me nice. Lots of jumbos and big trout.