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http://www.countyofsb.org/parks/cachuma.sbcMany catfish and bass were caught this week from both the shore and areas only accessible by baot. The shoreline frome Drake Cove to the launch ramp has been producing a good variety of fish including bluegill and the occasional trout. Nightcrawlers and shad baits were the most successful regardless of the time of day. Baits soaked or sprayed with a garlic attractant has proven to be an essential addition to any fishermen’s arsenal. White and pink crappie jigs and small flies worked very well for the bluegill as well. Jack Rabbit Flats and the rock walls from Johnson Bay to Clark Canyon produced a lot of smallmouth and largemouth at an average of 2lbs.
Bass: Good,Average size: 2lbs
Bluegill: Good, Average size: 1lb
Carp: Fair
Catfish: Good, Average size: 1.75lbs
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Both smallmouth and largemouth are very active right now. Smaller lures such as crappie jigs and split-tail power minnows have been working the best from shore accessible areas and off Cachuma Bay point. Deep cranks and spinnerbaits continue to consistently bring in bass along the rock walls from Johnson Bay to Clark Canyon. There really isn’t a bad spot for catfish right now as fisghermen have hooked up on three pounders all the way from the dam to the mouth......
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Despite the 90+ degree weather, the catfish continue to be caught in abundance. The majority of fishermen have been getting 4 – 6 catfish each per trip and throwing them back to be caught again. A couple five pounders were brought in this week from Cachuma Bay. Nightcrawlers, mackerel, and chicken livers are essential for a consistent bite. Additionally, roughly a 30lb catfish has been responsible for pulling 8 -10 rods out of sand spikes and spooling fishermen on 30lb......