Delaware Valley Tackle

I'm just starting to research the same type stufff and came across this place myself: http://www.do-itmolds.com/default.aspx I've also heard the name Barlows regarding tackle making. Hope it helps.

Has anyone fished Saanother sitell or Steenykill Lake in High Point State Park in Sussex County NJ? What did you think?

To add one more old saw: "Those who matter don't mind. Those who mind don't matter" In the end you'll be judged by the way you conduct your business, not on the ramblings of some jealous fool. It is amazing that you got an admission and apology though. I guess you got to give the devil his due for that.

Does anyone still use pork trailers? You almost never here about them since the rise of plastics. I've been thinking I'd try some and maybe show the bass something they haven't seen in a while. Any thoughts or tips?

For what presentations do you add a flouro leader to your Fireline or other braid/superline? For example, I/ve been warned about braid fouling the trebels on a Zara Spook.

Night fishing is great way to beat the heat, pleasure boaters, and get a crack at some big fish that don't show themselves any other time. Baits with dark color combined with sound/vibration will produce.

I also do alot of shoe fishing. I've had luck pitching and flipping an unweighted senko to visible structure like the laydowns, weeds and stumps. I just caught a 5+ pounder this way last weekend. Just remember to be stealthy approaching the bank, much like trout fishing. You can also throw a 3/4 spinner bait quite a ways if the fish move out deeper.

I voted flippin' & pitchin'. When a big one hits that short line you know it. Getting close up is also why I like bowhunting. Worming is probably how I get 80% of my catch though.

I've seen this scene play out 3-4 times in the last couple weeks: Right around sunset in 2-4 feet of water, dozens of what apear to be 2-3 inch bluegills busting the surface all at once. Action lasts 2-3 burst of 30 seconds or so. My question is, is this feeding activity on the part of the sunfish or are they being forced to the surface by a predator like bass or walleye?

Good deal! Ordered one today. Thanks guys.

Like the others said, check the articles. The beginner section is very informative without being too simplistic. Don't get overwhelmed by advanced tactics right away, You can catch lts of fish with a few basic lures and presentations. Check topo maps for small bodies of water in the area you fish. Small ponds can grow big fish and don't require a boat. Good luck!

Thanks, The tackle shop I looked at wanted waaaaay more!

Is a regular hair dryer on high hot enough to apply abalone veneer? The heat gun is a little pricey. Thanks for your thoughts!

Greeley and Shohola Reservoir produce some nice fish but are electric motor only. Crappie and pickerel available too.

Hi, I'm new to the forum, actually, forums in general but have been fishing for everything that swims in fresh water since I was a kid. Relocated from upsate NY 3 yrs ago to Milford PA near the Delaware Water Gap National Park. Mostly fishing the small lakes and ponds from a small jon boat and the river from the banks. Don't know too many people here yet so if you want to fish let me know.