Well now, let me tell ya about this Coyote Reservoir fishin’. I ain’t no fancy expert or nothin’, just an old woman who’s spent a fair bit of time by the water.
Fishin’ at Coyote Reservoir, What’s the Big Deal?
Folks say it’s one of the best places to catch fish around here. They talk about all sorts of fish bein’ in there, like them big bass, crappie, and carp. Now, I ain’t never caught nothin’ fancy, but I’ve seen some fellas pull out some good-sized ones.
- Bass: Big ones, they say. Good for fightin’, if you’re into that sort of thing.
- Crappie: Good eatin’, I hear. But you gotta be quick, them little fellas are slippery.
- Carp: Big and strong. Some folks like ’em, some don’t. I ain’t picky, a fish is a fish.
- Trout and Kokanee: They stock ’em in there, so there’s usually some to be caught, specially in the summer.
- Catfish, Bluegill: All sorts of other fish in there too, makes it excitin’ never knowin’ what you might pull up.
When and Where to Go
Now, I ain’t got no boat, so I just fish from the shore. They say you can fish all night from the shore, which is nice, ’cause sometimes the fish bite better when it’s dark. If you got a boat or one of them blow-up things, you can go out on the water till sunset. But mind ya, they don’t let ya have boats out there from mid-October to mid-April, they gotta close it up for some reason.
Heard tell that the dam is a good spot, specially in the fall. Folks say they catch big bass there at night. I tried it once, but it was too cold for my old bones. I like fishin’ durin’ the day, when the sun’s warmin’ my back.
If you’re lookin’ for trout, they say you gotta go up the creek, to the Middle Fork above Poverty Flat. But you can only fish for trout from the last Saturday in April all the way through to November 15th. They got rules, ya know.
What Bait to Use
Now, bait’s a funny thing. Some folks use all sorts of fancy lures and such. Me? I like to keep it simple. Worms, little fishes, whatever I can find. They say the best bait is what’s already in the lake. Makes sense, I guess. Them fish are used to eatin’ what’s around.
Tips and Tricks (From a Regular Old Gal)
I ain’t got no fancy tricks, but here’s what I’ve learned:
- Be patient: Fishin’ ain’t a race. You gotta wait for ’em to bite.
- Be quiet: Them fish are skittish. Don’t go stompin’ around and makin’ a ruckus.
- Keep an eye on the weather: Fish bite better sometimes when it’s cloudy or before a storm.
- Ask around: Talk to the other folks fishin’. They might have some good tips.
- Don’t give up: Even if you don’t catch nothin’ one day, try again another time. That’s what fishin’ is all about.
Findin’ Out What’s Happenin’
Now, if you’re one of them tech-savvy folks, you can look up all sorts of information online. They got websites and reports and all that. I just go down to the lake and see what’s what, but you do what you gotta do.
Last Words
So, there you have it. Just a little bit about fishin’ at Coyote Reservoir. It ain’t nothin’ fancy, but it’s a good way to spend a day. Fresh air, sunshine, and maybe a fish or two. Can’t ask for much more than that, can ya?
Now go on, get out there and try your luck. And remember, even if you don’t catch nothin’, it’s still better than sittin’ at home watchin’ that darn TV all day.
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