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[PUMP KNOWS]

[salmotrutta]

Dude nice fatty! Pregnant female?

 

Never really targeted pike much in March, did not know they'd be so fat AFTER winter?

[ChromeAddict]

Jealous... Nice fish!

[NADO]

Sweet fish. It's been warm for a few weeks already so maybe it's been busy fattening. Up already.

[PUMP KNOWS]

Yup, she was pregnant.

 

This will be my first time targeting them before pike season closes and I hope to target them again after opener.

 

From what I've been told, you get the bigger ones in the spring/winter and small ones in the summer.

[Bow Man]

Nice catch Pump.

[DILLIGAF?!]

Yup, she was pregnant.

 

This will be my first time targeting them before pike season closes and I hope to target them again after opener.

 

From what I've been told, you get the bigger ones in the spring/winter and small ones in the summer.

Fat ones right now pump. Good job and good timing. Pikes are loading up before spawning. Harbourfront, Leslie spit, ashbridge's bay, Bluffs, if you can hit this spots and find open water. cast your plug. Good choice on the chartreuse color. that's ideal for foggy weather.

[FishFinder17]

Awesome catch Pump, I'm really jealous!

 

I've also never targeted pike at this time of year but you have me interested, and I'm itching to try out some new gear.

 

Could any of you kindly share any spots in the Mississauga area that might be good for pike fishing at this time of year? I was thinking of trying the mouth of the credit but would be a bit of a shot in the dark. Don't need anything specific but just a point in the right direction would be helpful. Like I said, I don't have experience chasing pike at this time of year so any tips would be appreciated.

 

If I can get out an evening this week or perhaps on the weekend I will let you guys know how it goes, and of course share any learnings.

 

Thanks!

 

FF17

[DILLIGAF?!]

Awesome catch Pump, I'm really jealous!

 

I've also never targeted pike at this time of year but you have me interested, and I'm itching to try out some new gear.

 

Could any of you kindly share any spots in the Mississauga area that might be good for pike fishing at this time of year? I was thinking of trying the mouth of the credit but would be a bit of a shot in the dark. Don't need anything specific but just a point in the right direction would be helpful. Like I said, I don't have experience chasing pike at this time of year so any tips would be appreciated.

 

If I can get out an evening this week or perhaps on the weekend I will let you guys know how it goes, and of course share any learnings.

 

Thanks!

 

FF17

if you can find marinas around the area, that would be your best spots for pike. try minnow plugs. clown colors are ideal on overcasts and shiney ones during sunny. slow retrieves right now as pike are sluggish during this time and stalks. on the opener they're going to pretty much chase anything. but their sizes right now are good. after spawn, they're pretty much drop the weight but are more hungry.

[PUMP KNOWS]

Thanks guys.

 

 

if you can find marinas around the area, that would be your best spots for pike. try minnow plugs. clown colors are ideal on overcasts and shiney ones during sunny. slow retrieves right now as pike are sluggish during this time and stalks. on the opener they're going to pretty much chase anything. but their sizes right now are good. after spawn, they're pretty much drop the weight but are more hungry.

 

And thanks Dilli for that tip.  We tried on sunday and had no luck on the windy/sunny day. 

 

I forgot all my shiny jerkbaits at home  

[DILLIGAF?!]

Hey pump, you guys are on high park during family fishing day around June? your friend looks familiar. Perhaps a member of fishing ambassadors? I'm always there with my kids.

[PUMP KNOWS]

Yup, he's from TUFA and targeting pike is his specialty. 

 

Just a heads up...this year High Park wont be hosting a Family Fishing Day Event. 

 

The people there are denying permits this year so TUFA has plans for moving that event to another location.

[OCDComputing]

Beautiful fish!! Well done!

[DILLIGAF?!]

Yup, he's from TUFA and targeting pike is his specialty. 

 

Just a heads up...this year High Park wont be hosting a Family Fishing Day Event. 

 

The people there are denying permits this year so TUFA has plans for moving that event to another location.

thanks for the heads up. no matter where it is. i will show up. my kids love the event.

[flandogg]

Fantastic fish, great catch Pump!

[NiagaraSteel]

Good going pump. I might try at a local marina.

[PUMP KNOWS]

Thanks guys!

 

Lots of places are opening up and I have a feeling this weekend will be better for pike.

[Shawarma]

Pump, would you recommend that spot we met up at for carp for pike? Seems like an ideal spot.

[PUMP KNOWS]

^^^

That spot is completely dry...walk east and you'll find some good water

[FishFinder17]

Heading down to Port Credit tomorrow morning to target some pike. Will let you know how it goes. Can't wait to get my line in the water!