Minnesott Beach Fishing Reports

Friday, February 10, 2012

Pre Cold Report on the Neuse

Just a quick update to let all the na- sayers know there are some nice fish mixed in with small ones. Don’t be fooled. You have to be patient but results are worth it. This one just missed citation – 4.94 lb.

JB had some nice fish and also on open split ring that he claims was his citation! Maybe my next time.

I took my Henry’s sales staff yesterday with Craigs’ son Tyler; soon to be a sailor on a Navy Submarine. Fished 3 creeks and there was fish in all. Had to move around and pin down due to wind but ended up tagging about 8 fish and landing 2 nice ones. Hats off to young man Tyler for his best ever catch and his entering into the Navy to support our country. He will do well due to his great listening/learning skills; his dad and Pyke, Oh Well!!!

Bottom line, there is plenty of action out there now for trout tugs. Colder weather should gang up and stage rock for upward spawn move too. Call me to get booked for a fun trip.

Also – only 6 tickets left for rock seminar 26 Feb. Call quick to get a seat.

Sunday, February 05, 2012

Super Bowl Update

As I set in the house awaiting event and watching the rain, it is time for an update.
I connected in on the meeting in Raleigh this week and listened to both sides on HB353 Bill now. There were more solid points presented by recreational concerns than commercial. The comment that bill would detour individuals to go to a restaurant and get these fishes is mute. I don’t know of many that even serve these regularly. Flounder is the #1 fish ordered. Anyway, the Appropriations Committee said that the next meeting would provide some recommendations on the issue.
Trout and rock are still around for catching if you have patience and are mobile. I had a trip Saturday that start slow, very subtle bites causing me to move to another creek in search of a tug on the line for my clients. Finally found a pod of small fish with a legal slot (16 1/2) mixed in. Picture shows what can be caught from small to upper. Both of these fish were tagged thanks to my clients’ desire along with several others. We probably had 20+ fish total. It is fun fishing and a great future for spring. I caught trout on my new Rapala Xrap subwalk. First time I used it and it is productive bait. I have a wall lined with them too if you want any.
It’s time to start your planning for spring and summer charters. We should have a great spring with trout and hopefully drum as well as rock as the move back down after spawn. And Old Drum season should be as fundamental as last year. I already getting bookings these so get on board.
From the shop, I am an authorized repair center for Water Snake trolling motors and will have one on my Key West soon. They are just as reliable as others at a lesser price. Warranty is the same as well. I can help you with other accessories too; Minn Kota, Power Pole, Stick It Poles, Bobs Machine Shop Jack Plates and so on. Installs too. I stocked up my DOA and Rapala inventory to cover all local needs as well as TFP Gary Loomis 7’ rods in medium and medium light. Daiwa has come out with a new AIRD spinning real that I will be carrying as Excelors stock drops.
I have applied for my Federal Firearms License with hopes of helping with your gun purchases too. Should be a couple of weeks from now.
Now back to the Super Bowl. I don’t have a favorite in this event but sure hate Patriots. GO GIANTS!

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Feb 1 Summer Report

Still chasing rock and tagging trout. Out Monday afternoon with my buddy JB. He took me on a CHARTER. We didnt leave until 2pm and had a slow start; but by 5pm we had caught about 20 fish tagging most. They were mostly in 12-14 inch range with 4 between 17 3/4 and 21 inches. Going up river for Rock Friday in hopes of finding some for my clients Saturday. Wind shift will hopefully push some water back in.

Coastal Catchin’ Seminars on New Bern’s Coastal River Striped Bass Series for February 26, 2012 at the New Bern Convention Center is filling up - over 40 seats already sold. Only 60 available. Gifts from DOA, TFO, FINS, Minnesott Beach Bait & Tackle & Specfever Guide Service will be awarded throughout the show.

Best $25 you can spend and also learn all the tips and techniques to put more Coastal River Striped Bass in your boat.

Contact Capt Gary Dubiel at 252-249-1520 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

or Capt Dave Stewart at 252-249-1786 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

AND - I came back from Henrys show with a great deal on Daiwa Tierra 1500 reels. Got a deal and passing on! Normal retail is $144 and mine is $89.99 +tax. Can ship at 1 lb from 28510. Check ups for you rate. Call me if interested.

Come see us at seminar; I will have sponsors inventory there for those who Have To Have It!

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Mid January Report

It’s been an long couple of weeks – Showtime!

Let’s start with a good fishing report. Weather has been horrendous with wind but opportunities are available.  Back creeks are holding some trout; most small which will be great for spring, and a mix of nice fish. A lot of fun with potential to eat a little.

Dale and Fred have found some nice fish in the back creeks and Me and Michael had a good day no matter the wind was howling. We found these fish hitting our DOA jigs tight to the bottom. Bite was tough the feel with all the wind but when we got in position to work jigs like I wanted – Bang. We had about 10 trout and 6-8 rock in a couple of hours.

Rock should continue to be the target in New Bern as spawn travels gears up. Again, DOA jigs and Rapala sub surface has been my choices. Don’t be surprise to hit a bonus eater with a really nice crappie or white perch. Keep a light action rod handy with a small jig; Storm Wildeye Shad works well, for those slight bites.

Back to shows. Raleigh Fishing Expo was an experience. There was loads of people and meet some great possible customers with some spending a few dollars in my booth. I was promoting the Gary Loomis TFO spinning rods; the best rod on the marking at an affordable price.

This past weekend was back in Raleigh to spend $$$ for the Big Rock (Henry’s) Tackle Show. Found some good deals this year and will be restocking shop as it arrives. I will be carrying a good assortment of Rapala and DOA baits along with my regular Mirrolure selection, Kunnan, TFO, Daiwa, and Okuma stock. I have some light rubber ghost nets and drum nets coming too.

AND, am back supplied up for winter with MUD MINNOWS. Filled tank yesterday after getting a few calls. For White Perch guys, there are some small ones in the mix too.

Call ahead you get help – on winter schedule, busy doing other things – FISHING too.

Charter bookings are coming in so lets go – call to book an 2012 trip for rock, trout, drum or cobia.

ALSO, Myself and Capt Gary Dubiel are having a Striper Seminar in New Bern on the 26 Feb (Sunday). It is an all day informative affair to help you put more rock in the boat. Only $25 a seat with only 60 seats. Let me know if you need a ticket or additional information. Some nice prizes given away too.

Wednesday, January 04, 2012

First 2012 Report

Have reports of some real nice trout today way back in the creeks. There have been a lot of small trout with a mix of legal fish.
Rock are heading up rivers as weather cools and bait moves - There have been some nice trout caught up river w/ the rock.

I will be in Raleigh at the Fishing Expo this weekend - come check out my 1st booth of goods and charters discounts.

Me and Capt Gary Dubiel are going to hold a Striped Bass (i say Rock) seminar in New Bern at convention center on the 26th of Feb. That is a Sunday and will be a full day of info to help you boat more rock. Great door prizes have been provided by our sponsors too - Only 60 seats @ $25 each so hurry and reserve yours.

Friday, December 23, 2011

Merry Christmas

Santa is getting prepped to fly and this report brings to you my best of Merry Christmas wishes.

Fishing has been really good - loads of small trout to tug on rod with some really nice fish mixed in. Have to move

in search of the larger ones but can be well worth your time.

Rock are still on fire in Neuse and Trent waters. Topwater and jigging producing well. I prefer to use Rapala hard

plastics and DOA jigs. I am carrying the XRap Sub Surface that is extremely productive and can be used in structure

controlling your depth.

MY man Michael went out the other day and wore the trout out and mixing in some nice rock action along with a bream

on a 3D.

Me and JB did a short morning with low water and strong SW wind ending up tagging 5 fish, one at 17 1/2 inch and

releasing several under 12. Fish were in skinny water instead of deep surprisingly maybe due to water temps at 60.

If I can help with any of your fishing, boating or charter desires - call me on cell 252 670-2841 during winter

season. I will be updating fishing trip reports through the winter as well.

First weekend in January finds me at NC Fairgrounds Raleigh Fishing Expo. My booth will be in saltwater building

and am offering some good discounts on gear and charters. Come see me.
The following weekend is the Big Rock (Henrys) Dealer Tackle Show. This is my annual restock and find special

deals. If there is anything your need or want; t motors, Talons, rod/reels, ect; I share any show savings.

Again want to wish you a safe and Merry Christmas.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Pre Christmas Report

Well, my slow shop time is here - “Hibernation”. Thursday will be my last full shop hour day until March. Come get your Christmas Gift Certificates or products. This don’t mean I will not help those who need something; just call ahead. I will be fishing allot and doing my January shows. Keep this in mind for any of your large purchase needs IE trolling motors / power poles / Talons. I share show saving on orders. I will also be at Raleigh Fishing Expo with a booth showing off my charters service and selling some of my favorite goods. Come out and see what I have and the show discounts available. I will be posting my regular reports for the rock and trout through this time too, so call if interested in a trip to chase these guys. Cold weather angling but good fishing.

I hit a couple of areas I haven’t fished for a while to help Tim Ellis get a broader range for his tagging study. Saturday found a load of SMALL trout with non over 14”. Tagged 8 in Bay River creeks. Tuesday took me to a Neuse River creek that was also loaded with SMALL trout but did major 1 at 17 1/2 inch and tagged 10.

Have had lots of reports around the county from boat and shore of decent slot catches and loads of fun on small fish. Dale Hayes had this nice trout fishing with his buddy Nick. They have become avid trout guys. Rock continues to be the star with good action in and around New Bern. Should only continue to get better.

I have been getting a few calls on mud minnows. I will fill my tank again in preparation of your call. Great winter trout bait. Call to arrange purchase, regulars know the deal!

I will be booking charters through the winter targeting Rock and trout. Great fishing through the cold! Call to book your journey into some awesome fishing.

Be safe on the water and tight lines.

Thursday, December 08, 2011

Early Decenber Report

Sunday brought another ALMOST citation to my shop. Had one angler come in with what he was raving as a citation fish but missing.  it by a mear .4 lb

Monday afternoon was a short late trip to tag a few local trout with some good success. Tagged about 10 in 2 hours before dark set in. Back out Tuesday AM with my buddy Bill chasing topwater rock. He said it had been years and owe was he enjoying the early bite. Several blow ups before he got it down but several fish later bite slowed down. Managed about 6-8 topwater fish with largest going about 24” Great action on M/L gear.

Call me to book an exciting trip for these guys. Will offer a 10% discount to anyone responding to this report and booking to fish before December 21.

Thursday, December 01, 2011

December 1 update

December is here and so are the fish. Lots of trout and striper action with some nice sized fish in the mix.

My “son” Matt showed up Sunday for the first time in a while with a nice string of fish - one ciatation at 5.2# Nice work on Mirrolures.

Several other reports of both species hitting hard and soft plastics. Have to slow baits down as water cools off.

I will be going into my HIBERNATION mode the 15th until March. Shop will still help those who call and let me know they are coming or show up while I am home. I will keep mud minnows around if demand shows needed. Call for details.

I will be booking charters through the winter targeting Rock and trout. Great fishing through the cold! Call to book your journey into some awesome fishing.

Christmas is close by - come get your wishes filled at shop before 15 Decenber or I can do a Gift Certificate for those not knowing what to get. Also can ship items at cheapest available rates.

I will have a booth at Raleigh Fishing Expo in January with some of my favorite stuff - TFO, Kunnaan, DOA and Rockin Woobles. Also some clearance stuff at 25% off. Come check me out. Will also be 2012 charter season as well. I have a surprise for those buying or booking at the show!

Be safe on the water and tight lines.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Tday Update

What a busy T’Day week!

Out Monday with Robert and Eddy for their first top water rock adventure. Had a blast with several slot rock knocking the Storm Chug Bug out of the water.

Tuesday was a shop day with me and my right hand JB out to chase rock and trout. Managed a couple of nice rock with 1 tagged trout and one for the pan.

T’day was tough - brothers and in law boat out for the morning. One broken MotorGuide W75 and zero. Back home to repair disaster and enjoy food & family.

Friday was another first for these top water anglers. Rick, Tommy and Marge joined me for an afternoon on the water and man was the weather great. We started out afternoon on some trout, most under slot with one nice fish lost at the boat. Then it was on to the topwater rock action. We fished two locations landing a number of slot and small fish, giving them the ultimate experience of the blow-ups!

Oh, Fred landed his first citation trout with a 5.6#er too - My shop first citation for the year - way low this year.

Action should continue to improve.

Shop still open normal hours until 15 December then call for your needs/wants. Tackle show time coming up; let me share my show discounts on your trolling motors, talons, electronics and such. All hunting needs other than guns too!

Have available charter bookings - come join in the fun.

I will also have a booth at Raleigh Fishing Expo first weekend in January. Will have a small assortment of my favorite rods (TFO/Kunnan), reels and baits. Also promoting my KneEDeeP Custom Charters. I will offer a 10% discount to any charter booking at the show for 2012 season. Come see me their.

On the safety side - cold water means trouble if you fall over. Be extra careful and a good idea to have a dry change on board.

Monday, November 14, 2011

A Day Off

Never a day off - shop close - out today chasing trout.

Caught probably 30 fish, tagging about 20 others too small and tagging these 3 for me. Great day on the water.

How about my man Zac Bruno. Couldn’t wait for me to get off the water to weigh his big catch - ALMOST a citation at 4.5 lb. Keep an eye on this guy - he’s going places!!!!

I have plenty of openings for charters chasing these guys and also rock. It’s turned into a great season that no one expected.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Rock Attack

Not to take away from our great trout bite bu there’s a short Rock story.

Got out at daylight to try to snag a rock around local creeks shore fishing prior to opening. This 26” (coastal) fish couldn’t stand the Rockin Wobble. Slammed it and no turning back - stew pot next.

This combination is deadly and sooo easy to use. No added action needed and if rock are around they are yours.

I will be at the Raleigh Fishing Show in January with a good supply. If you need them now, call me and I can ship these reasonably.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Hot Trot Action

No charters first of the week but hitting water hard.

Assisted Tim Ellis Monday with trout tracking catches in local creeks Monday. Found some nice fish for him you use for his study.

Fished another creek with my soon to be son in law Michael Tuesday PM and found good numbers and some real nice trout. It was a late bite but WOW!

Michael fished another creek Tuesday AM and found solid catches getting his limit and releasing numbers too.

Good reports of larger rock in New Bern too.

Season is in high gear. Get out and enjoy what we didn’t expect this year. Could be last week of current limits. Watch for news of Commission approve changes to 4 fish; possibly starting Monday.

I have all your bait & tackle needs here at shop and have plenty of charter openings too.

Stop by or call.

Sunday, November 06, 2011

Trout & Rock!!!

What a week with cooler water temps, rain and wind!

I had Earl and Charlie Friday and Saturday mornings. hey came from Maryland to fish OUR waters. We fished creeks

Friday in the monsoon rains and had a great morning with some nice 2-3# trout and several small taggers. Rain don’t

stop hungry fish. Then we were up to New Bern Saturday AM rockin’; and I mean ROCKIN’. WE braved the winds and

found some lee shores to target rock that were a little slow. We did manage a couple of slot fish for their table.

My right hand man - JB - got out this week late one day and had an excellent bite - caught good numbers and size

fish. Many other good reports in all the Neuse River Creeks.

Be sure to stay tuned to up-coming Fisheries trout rule changes possibly this week - I will not spread rumors so

stay tuned. Rumors do sound fair to all.

I have charter openings to target these fish - come on while the bite is good.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Great start to Fall

Rock Sunday - Trout, Drum and Flounder Monday

Great clients!

Drop in water temperatures has sparked our fishing.

Let’s Go - Call to book a trip.