Still working out the hardware issues with my streaming gear. This round I missed the autofocus... meaning I should have went the manual focus as the focus cursor shows when I use autofocus. Apologies for the annoying cursor.
The intent of this video was to demo a fly fishing tip for setting up a tandem rig when fishing two fishing flies. I call it the "hang loose measure" because I use the Hawaiian hand gesture to measure the length of line for rigging the trailing fishing fly to the lead one.
This round I continue to work through streaming hardware issues as I learn to use the system. Gotta little more "learnings" to do!
That said, I managed to show the different lures I use when ultralight baitcasting aka BFS Fishing. They range from inline spinners to small crankbait and other lures as well as a few vintage ones from the past!
Of note are the 1/16oz Rooster Tails that seem to work on local ponds. Additionally, there was one vintage lure I used to catch a nice one - see video below.
Another in the Let's Talk Fishing Livestream Series! This one is about suggested fishing flies for the Blue River in Oklahoma... but in short order, they should work elsewhere, too!
Key Take Aways:
Do have Mop Flies handy. Fish them under an indicator as a single fishing fly or the lead fly in a tandem rig.
Near Deere or Wooley Bugger are another one to have as the ready. Similarly, fish them like the Mop Fly - single or tandem rigged. But, be prepared to fish them without an indicator when the trout are wanting a faster presentation.
Pat's Rubber Legs fished 3-4 feet, even deeper at times are a consistent producer when the temps are cold and the trout are lurking deep waiting for a meal to pass by. Slow is the word when fishing a Pat's Rubber Legs!
Keeping this recipe simple, plus stays on the hook better than bread! Do give it a try... bait stayed on the hook and casted easily with the Centerpin!
Video had me at the local pond where in the past I have caught some nice size Catfish. I normally used bread back then, but I have also had success with dough bait.
I also used spinning gear and freelined the bait - both and bread and dough bait. With the Centerpin gear, I have the added float and split shot. I am not certain if this may be the reason why I am only getting the smaller Bullheads.
Or, the Catfish I caught in the past may no longer be in the pond. I sure do hope they are still there!
For more details, see the article... Click Here for the Simple Dough Bait Recipe!
Apologies for the test livestream last night. I was working on a video switcher hardware and thought I was streaming unlisted.
Did get some of the bugs worked out, but still need to figure a way to monitor audio to make sure sound is coming through.
No worries, have a workaround for now.
This round I talk briefly about the Centerpin Fishing at the local pond using bread and then later a dough bait recipe from an article I posted a few years back.
Additionally, I mention a fly fishing tip that helps older fishermen with a touch of nearsighted vision line their fly rods a little more easier!
Also, I mention an app that I am working on to check your hookset, at least the timing of it. Stay tuned for more. Will post soon as I get it working.
Decided to fish the local pond to verify if there were still fish lurking in it. In the past, the pond held some nice size Catfish. I suspect there may still be a Bruiser or two but this round I managed three good sized Bullheads.
I used the NGT Centerpin Reel and a Cabelas TLR Switch Rod for the rod/reel combo, and then I used bread formed into bread balls for bait.
The drag free capability of the Centerpin made for some interesting strikes as I watched the fish take the bait and run with it.
Overall, I am excited to add this fishing technique to my fishing arsenal! Do give it a try. No need to spend lots on the reel... if you can get the NGT before stocks run out. The reels is shipped from England and takes a few weeks to deliver, so do plan accordingly!
Happy New Year! No fishing today. Did shoot some trap today to ring in the New Year. Plus... here are two trout recipes that are both simple and tasty.
Here are two ways the Team likes to cook trout. Simple but tasty recipes that fishermen can quickly turn the day's catch into dinner! The first recipe calls for trout fillets while the second recipe uses whole trout that have been gilled and gutted!
Both recipes pan fry the trout in a skillet for 5 to 10 minutes each side on medium-high heat. However, the fillet trout recipe uses olive oil and melted butter, and the whole trout recipe uses peanut oil or similar high heat oil.
Pan Fried Garlic Butter Trout Fillets
Three Rainbow Trout - filleted
Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Flour
Butter and Olive Oil
Garlic Butter Sauce of your choice
Dry fillets with paper towel, season both sides, coat with flour, and then pan fry in melted butter and olive oil. Serve with a bed of rice pilaf and cover with garlic butter sauce.
Spicy Peanut Oil Pan Fried Trout
Whole Rainbow Trout
Season Salt
Thai Chile Peppers
Dry cleaned trout with paper towel, season both sides and internal cavity liberally with season salt, and then place three whole Thai Chile Peppers inside the trout. Let sit for 1-2 hours at room temp, then pan fry in peanut oil (or other high heat oil). Serve with your favorite sides.
PS... Here is the infographic referenced in the video.
Our intent is to show you that "Average Joes" like us can catch fish with the right gear bought at a discount and combined with practical practice in the field. Anyone can learn to fish - be it fly fishing, kayak fishing, or fishing in general.
Watch us through trial and error succeed as well as fail on our fishing trips, and then see how we apply lessons learned in the field so you can try them in your area!
We primarily fly fish and kayak fish but are always ready to use other methods and gear as the fish dictate. Do browse videos we have posted, and do send questions, suggestions, and fishing tips! We often post answers using comments or will reply with a video if needed!
"1) That parking on the E side of the Catch and Release (off 7) - is that just for parking, and there is still a hike up to the high point of the C-n-R?"
The parking on the East side off Hwy 7 is just for parking. It is designated as a walk-in area only and no camping.
Refer to Blue River Map below.
It is a 2+ mile hike to the Catch and Release area from the parking area on the East side of Hwy 7. For a shorter hike - about 1.3 miles, enter at the parking area furthest West of Hwy 7.
Parking Area Furthest West from Hwy 7
"2) I think the C-n-R is barbless? Kind of silly if you ask me, but my memory banks are full!"
The Catch and Release area is barbless. See excerpt below:
"3) Are the stockings good in the C-n-R area? Still a mystery Easter egg hunt?"
Changes each Season with larger trout noted in past stockings. For this Season, have been monitoring reports that indicate sizeable trout in the area. Picture below was posted 6 days ago.
19" Rainbow Trout - Blue River C-n-R
For more details, here are videos that may be of interest for anyone wanting to fish the Blue River Catch and Release Area:
First trip to the C-n-R, taking the "long route"...
Blue River's catch and release section was stocked recently. Gave it a try, ended up doing a lot of walking and scouting the river. First time fishing the C&R section. Trout are there, next round... plan to take a shorter path and do less walking and more fishing!
Was able to fish with the OPST Commando Head on the 9' 5wt. Does cast well in tight areas... roll casting and switch casting to where the fish were lurking was easily done!
Next trip to the C-n-R, taking the "shorter route"...
Headed back to Texas from Oklahoma City, decided to make one more stop at the Blue River Catch and Release area. Caught one, lost a number of others... still had a great time! Plus: Learned the parking area furthest west is best for accessing the C&R.
Detailed video of the C-n-R with key points noted in the video timeline:
Fished the Blue River in Oklahoma last Saturday - November 7. Plan was to fish the Hughes Crossing area for trout to make another catch and cook. Struck out though. That said, made the run North of HWY 7 and fished the Catch and Release Section. After a wrong turn or two, made it to the area and had a fun time catching, losing, and landing a trout or two.
Did see an armadillo on the walk back to the parking area, and stopped by the Fly Library to add a fishing fly or two to collection. Overall, a great time on the Blue River!
PS: Longer than normal video, have key points noted in the video for reference.
Hughes Crossing: 1:06
Walking In to the C&R: 2:09
Fly Library Stop Inbound: 2:57
Fishing the C&R: 4:49
First Trout Caught: 6:52
Fishing and Missing Trout: 10:49
View of Retrieve Used: 17:20
Walking Out of the C&R: 18:29
Armadillo: 18:50
Lesson Learned - Go Left not Right: 19:54
FYI - Post Marker: 20:21
FYI - Go Right not Left: 22:37
Fly Library Stop Outbound: 21:26
How I Check My Hook is Barbless?:
Ever wonder if your hook is barbless when fishing an area that requires it? Try this fishing tip!
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