muskie question

Post by **Jale** » Fri Jun 11, 2004 2:51 pm

All right guys here we go.

I have made up my mind to catch a muskie this year. I have the right equipment- 80 lb power pro, heavy rods and reels, large bucktails, spinnerbaits and topwater. all i need now is a couple of ideas on where to go.

I am in Perth and the rideau and ottawa river are about the same distance.

What sections of the rideau should i tackle? The rideau would be my preference as i only have a 15 footer with a 30 hp, a little small for the ottawa

I am looking for a couple of boat launch ideas for a starting point.

What areas do i look for this time of year?.. I am not looking for anyones honey holes just somewhere to get started and learn on my own

thanks guys

jale6666

Post by **Xenos** » Fri Jun 11, 2004 3:16 pm

Since your in Perth, I would recommend the Madawaska.

Post by **Rico** » Fri Jun 11, 2004 3:17 pm

Try the kemptville area of the rideau river by the bridge. you can launch at the prov park. Another good spot is the around the right side of buckhams bay where it opens to the main river.

Post by RJ » Fri Jun 11, 2004 3:29 pm

I fish the Ottawa on the worst days in my boat...no bigger than yours...

Both bodies of water are great!...we are very fortunate to be so close to areas like those...

get out there chunkin them big baits....and hold on...

make sure you have all the right tools to release.....bolt cutters...long nose pliers...a glove...etc.

RJ

Post by **FLOATFISHIN** » Fri Jun 11, 2004 3:49 pm

Hey Jale if you need I will go out with you one day and show you some spots on both bodies of water for skies!I have my muskie tackle just beggin to be used too,so anyday you see an opening just let me know and we can head out!!!

T.L F.F

Post by **Jale** » Sun Jun 13, 2004 1:36 pm

thanks guys for the help

will be in contact when i am able to slip away for a day

jale6666