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Fishing Update August 22 , 2008
Lake Ontario- The kings have made their appearance. This week they have been in 225 to 250 feet of water, down 115 to 95. But, everyone knows that changes by the minute. The reports are good with a nice 30 pounder coming to the weigh station at Abe's in Sodus Point.
Spoons and flies are hot, and cut bait has been working. Charters have been fishing west and east of Sodus Bay. Use the green glow is the word from the professionals.
Bass have been hitting in 30 to 38 feet of water. The Chimney Bluff area has been great. Port Bay off the first bluff has also been good for bass. All the fish are clean with no marks.
Bays-There are always fish in the bays, which are great for the youngsters. Largemouth are close to shore, and smallies are in the channel at Sodus Point.
Canal-Canal fishing continues to be excellent with all sorts of fish being caught. Blue gills, sunnies, and some huge largemouth are coming from canal waters. Fish the gills with a boat because they are not hugging the shoreline like they did in the spring.
Anglers are also boating some nice cats from some of the deeper pools near Palmyra. Use cut bait for the cats, and try catching them on some light gear for a thrill.
The Wayne County 5-GrandSlam Youth Derby awards is Saturday, August 23rd at the Fire Hall in Sodus Point. The activities start at 11:00 am. Refreshments will be served.