Fishing for Dinosaurs in Jurassic Park

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Fishing for Dinosaurs in Jurassic Park

Postby KayakFishingWA » Mon Dec 12, 2016 11:44 am

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It's great to have a "Bucket List" when it comes to fishing. That could be a destination, a new species or a different way to target fish. I accomplished all three on Sunday while fishing the Willamette River in Portland. For the past six years I've been chasing fish down in my Hobie Pro Angler Kayak http://www.hobiefishing.com/mirage/mirage-pro-angler-14. It's a thrill catch large fish (or any fish for that matter) out of a smaller watercraft.
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A group of kayak fishermen get together every year for their annual Sturgeon Slay Ride Meet Up on the Willamette River. The fishery is catch and release only using single barbless hooks. The bait can be what ever left over herring, squid or fish you have sitting in your freezer. With a 3 to 6 oz lead weight, lower your bait and allow it to sit on the bottom . Wait for their rather subtle bite, set the hook and then hang on for a ride! There's a reason this area is nicknamed "Jurassic Park". Sturgeon are true dinosaurs and deserve to be admired and protected. Nearly everyone in our group caught at least one fish. We left with smiles, sore arms and memories we won't forget.
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Brad is founder of Kayak Fishing Washington; We promote the sport of kayak fishing in Washington State through clinics, meet ups and guiding.
http://www.kayakfishingwashington.com
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Re: Fishing for Dinosaurs in Jurassic Park

Postby Nelly » Mon Dec 12, 2016 12:50 pm

Nice work Brad!
Looks like that Sturgeon Sleigh Ride was a great event!
Thanks for the report!
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