When I began to write my column this past January, never did I believe there would be a week that there were no reports of good catches of any type fish from Lake Talquin. Well, last week proved me wrong! Storms, winds, and rain, rain, and more rain stopped any hope of fishing. After all had passed, we saw a very full and muddy lake. Happily, for the past four days normal conditions have returned and folks are back on the water.
Reports of nice catches of Bream and Shell Crackers are being brought in at both Ingram’s and Whippoorwills marinas. Worms and crickets and beetle spins are your best bet. Catfishing remains strong with the water condition, using prepared bait and worms.
Now for the good news! As reported earlier, the 31st annual talquin open was held this past Saturday, April 11th. There were 62 boats entered with 46 boats weighing in a 5 fish limit. The total weight of bass was 713 lbs. 15 oz. Out of all the Bass, none were reported dead, and all bass were released back into the lake.
Reggie Calhoun and Chris Smith took 1st place with 5 fish weighing 30 lbs. 13 oz. they also took big fish honors with a 9 ½ lb. Bass. Hats off to: Sarah Johnson and to “Talquin Bass n’ Gal Hookers” for a very successful tournament.
Saturday, April 18th, the Leon County Sheriff’s Office Annual bass Tournament will be held out of Williams Landing on Highway 20. 1st place will pay $2,000.00 and $10.00 per boat will get you in the “Big fish Jackpot” with a 100% payout to the winner.
There will be food and entertainment during and after the tournament. All proceeds are used to benefit the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches. For more information, call: Deputy Shuler at (850) 922-3438 or (850) 528-8449.
The lake level is normal. Water is very stained. Water temperature is 70 degrees. Until next week, tight lines!
Good Fishing! Wayne “Captain D” Dudley
1st Place – Reggie Calhoun and Chris Smith (9.5lb Bass)
2nd Place – David Howell and Daryl Morris (8.6lb Bass)
3rd Place - William Johns and Junie Johns (8.4 lb Bass)
Grand Total 713 lbs. 15 oz. Big Bass 9 lbs. 5 oz.
Total Limits 46
Total 0’s 6
Total no limits 10
Winning Weight 30 lbs. 13 oz.
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