Lakes Still Have Water

I've had a number of calls regarding the level of our local lakes.  Yes... you can still fish both Lake Palestine and Sam Rayburn... You may have to use a different boat ramp than the one you 're used to, but there is still water to be found! And still fish to catch!

Labor Day on Sam Rayburn

Today is one of those days where it's not all about fishing.... We spent the morning trolling and casting for large mouth bass and stripers... By lunch time the wind got up so bad that they decided they'd rather spend the rest of the afternoon at Rattlesnake Island.  It was their idea of a perfect ending to a long holiday weekend.

A Good Morning Fishing

Went out on Lake Palestine with three generations of fisherman! We caught 1 catfish, 2 black bass, and 37 white bass.... not bad for 4 hours of fishing!  I spent time fishing with Austin (he's 12), and left his dad and grandad to fish to themselves...Austin caught just as many fish as they did.  After cleaning the catch, Austin was wore out and ready for the ride home to Dallas!

Bass are on Fire!

Took out a family from Houston on Lake Palestine for a half day.  The fishing was a little slow until the sun hit the water, then we hit schools of white bass left and right!  When you have a limit of 25 white bass per person, it doesn't take long to get alot of fish!  So grab a rod, and let's go catch your limit!

Hot and dry in East Texas!!!!

The lakes are low but the stripers and bass are on fire at Sam Rayburn. The 4th of July was a busy weekend, but it seemed like everyone I saw was having the time of their lives!  Becareful out there and watch for lake dangers such as sand bars and stumps. Where you used be able to cruise,  you'll now run into any number of obstacles due to the lower water levels in all of our East Texas lakes.  Be sure to use your sunscreen and to re-apply often.  Most importantly...... KEEP HYDRATED!!!!!  I love to see people outdoors enjoying themselves. 

Fishing Report

While our East Texas lakes are lower than normal for this time of year, the fish are still easy to get to.  Both Sam Rayburn and Lake Palestine have plenty of water for the fish.  Don't let the news of a drought stop you from getting to the lake.  If you're staying at either The Villages or  Lake Palestine Camp Grounds, you can find our business cards at both places.

Fun in the Sun

I know that 95% of the people that look at my website are hardcore fisherman and women, and I enjoy fishing better than most.  But.... there's that other 5% that just enjoy being outdoors and on the water.  I know I've blogged about this before, and I really want this to hit home.... It doesn't matter what you like to do outdoors as long as you get out there and DO IT!  I'm more than happy to take people out on the lake and not put a hook in the water, as long as they're getting what they want. So think about it... figure out where you want to go.... and give me a call.

The Shaddox Crew at Sam Rayburn

Took a  farther and son fishing on Sam Rayburn Wednesday the 25th. The lake was really rough but caught a few catfish and some nice bass. There are places you can go to get out of the wind.  They decided to have lunch on Rattlesnake island and explore it a bit.  We finished the day bass fishing and running jug lines.  It was a well rounded day.  Don't forget this coming weekend in Memorial Day weekend, so let's get outside, and be safe! 

May 19 with the Follis Family at Lake Palestine

Went out on Lake Palestine today with the Follis family.  We fished with jugs and reels.  Caught a mess of  catfish on the jugs, and caught sand bass with every cast... It was great!  I probably spent an hour at the cleaning station!  The wind was blowing ... as it has been for a while now, but even with that, the fish kept biting. It's days like today that are the reason I love my job!

Mother's Day On The Lake

I took the Miller Family out for Mother's Day to Sam Rayburn Res.  While the lake is a little low, it still has spots 70 feet deep.  Mrs. Miller wanted her day to be relaxing, so we went to Rattlesnake Island where they set up folding chairs in the shallow water and the kids played catch on the beach. After lunch, the family wanted to cruise around and see more of the lake and check out some of the new houses under construction.  We never put a hook in the water.  Everyone had a wonderful time, and Kate said this was the best Mother's Day yet!  I know it doesn't sound like much of a fishing trip, but each trip is unique and completely up to the people in the boat.  I'll do everything I can to make your trip the best ever, and for the Millers..... I did!

It windy but the fishing is good!

The wind has been blowing the past few weeks but the fishing is good. Our bay boats are made to handle the rough water and you will stay dry and safe. Lake Palestine was rough today but we caught a lot of fish. The lake is still in good shape as far as the water level. Some of the smaller lakes are getting low due to the drought. So don't stay home due to the wind.....lets go fishing.

Almost Summer Time For The Kids

Haven't gotten much rain in East Texas, but it hasn't affected the fishing though.  It's definitely time to start thinking about summer activities with the family.  Fishing out on a lake provides you, not only with dinner, but also with a way to cool off if you get too hot!  So consider some outdoor time with friends and family during summer vacation and give me a call!

Spring is in the air

The weather is getting warmer, which is a nice change from the below freezing temps we've been having this winter.  I've gone out a few times this 2011 season so far, when the days have been nice.  Limited out on some great crappie in the shallows, and caught some really nice bass.  I am definitely looking forward to some warmer days!  I wanted to get this out to everyone so that you'd think about vacation planning, and spending some time outdoors.  I will plan a trip with you and your family that everyone can enjoy.... half a day fishing and the rest of the time out on the water crusing the lake, taking in the sights, having lunch at an island, etc. This is to remind you that there's more to do than just work and school.  So find time to be outdoors and appreciate the warmer weather to come with your family and friends. 

Crappie Fishing

It's that time of year.... Time for Crappie fishing.  We finally got some much needed water in our east Texas lakes.  Just this past weekend, we got above 3 inches of water.  As soon as the water clears up, the fishing will be better than good.  Saturday before the rain, the fishing was great.  We have a cold front moving in within the next couple of days, but after the weather and the water clears up, the fishing will be perfect!  So pick a lake, grab a poll, and give us a call!