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WCO/DWCO Update
November 4th, 2009
Western Erie County
submitted by
DWCO Randy Leighton and
WCO Brook Tolbert
Conditions
This week saw some precipitation with enough rain to really get the steelhead moving and put some color back in the water. As quickly as the tributaries swell, they tend to quickly fall back to low and clear conditions. Fishing conditions have been generally good with steelhead movement well up stream and the steelhead season well into prime time. A good number of legal limits (and a few illegal limits) were observed this past weekend. Successful anglers are sticking very light line and tippets with very small presentations. Fly anglers seemed to be having the most success. Elk Creek has been producing good numbers well up to Route 20. The Access areas at Walnut and Elk Creeks have been heavily congested and anglers using these areas over the next few weeks should expect crowded conditions. Boaters have been picking up steelhead in Presque Isle Bay and the surrounding areas. Angling pressure has been dramatically less during the week.
Conditions permitting, a few number of boats have been seen along the shoreline and on the few calm days we have had, perch fishing has been good due north of Walnut Creek.
Current trib conditions as of Tuesday, November 3rd were somewhat clear with good flow. The current Lake Erie water temperature is 53 degrees off the Port of Erie.
Jimmy Dallas Sunset Garden Memorial
As most of the local angling community is aware, Jimmy Dallas passed away this past February. To most people, his name simply said it all. Jimmy spent a lifetime supporting and working for the Erie fishing community and its resources. He was one of the founders and developers of the steelhead program in Erie and successfully lobbied the ban of gill nets on Lake Erie. Jimmy spent 15 years as a Deputy Waterways Conservation Officer. The SONS of Lake Erie recently sponsored a beautiful memorial that was permanently placed in the Walnut Creek Access Memorial Garden. This fitting memorial describes Jimmy for all the good that he contributed to the area and the relief picture of Jimmy on it is done in fine detail right down to his signature tooth pick in the corner of his mouth. Be sure to take a moment to see it
Walnut Creek Access Traffic Flow
Anglers and Boaters using the Walnut Creek Access are reminded to use the new traffic flow pattern. When used as designed, these directions work well. Traffic should not be exiting the area along the creek, but instead should exit the area on the far west side of the lot. Exiting along the creek is simply driving the wrong way on a one way and subjects the entrance intersection to a potential accident. Please observe the posted signs, its not that complicated.
Support Your Local Sportsmens' Clubs
The Pennsylvania Steelhead Association will be holding their next meeting on Wednesday, November 11th at 7:00 P.M. at the American Legion Post 773 at 4109 West 12th Street in Erie. This is on the south side of West 12th Street (State Route 5), just east of the Erie Airport. The public is welcome.
Walnut Creek Marina Basin
The docks have been cleared and the Walnut Creek Marina basin was opened last week to fishing. The basin is a popular spot and can provide a far less stressful steelhead fishing experience. It is a great place for the kids and is handicapped accessible.
Local Weather
Wednesday Night
Cloudy with a chance of rain showers may mix with a little snow after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.
Thursday
Rain showers likely may mix with a little snow late. Little or no snow accumulation. Highs in the mid 40s. Temperature falling into the upper 30s during in the afternoon. West winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.
Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow showers. Lows in the lower 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation 50 percent.
Friday
Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s.
Friday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Saturday
Partly sunny. Not as cool with highs in the mid 50s.
Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
Sunday
Partly cloudy. Highs around 60.
Sunday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
Monday
Partly cloudy. Highs in the lower 60s.
Monday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.
Tuesday
Partly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of showers. Highs in the lower 60s.
Local Images Follow.
Having It Mounted, 9+ lbs.
Big Steelhead Make Big Smiles, 9 plus LBS.
SONS Tribute to Jimmy Dallas, "The Button Man"
If your picture was taken and you do not see it here, be sure to check back next week!
Contact Information
PA Fish and Boat Commission, Bureau of Law Enforcement
Northwest Region Office
Phone: (814) 337-0444
Walnut Creek Marina Office
Phone: (814) 833-2464
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