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Conneaut Lake – Fishing is ok and some very nice bass have been caught.

When using the PFBC Launch at the northern end of the lake, use caution due to the shallow water.

Canadohta Lake – A few largemouth bass are being caught.

French Creek – Slow and low water level.

Tamarack Lake – Slow with some small panfish being caught.

Woodcock Lake – A few walleye and smallmouth bass.

Western Erie County (excerpt from our weekly Erie Report)

Hot, humid and more like Florida would describe the Erie area weather as of late with temperatures pushing 90 degrees. Boaters are picking up steelhead along with good catches of walleye in 75 to 100' of water in the second trench northwest of Walnut Creek.

Evidence of early staging continues off the trib mouths however, with recent warm weather conditions we have actually had a slight rise in water temperature which may delay the early runs. A few early morning anglers have been spotted trying their luck along the shore at Trout Run with limited success. A few reports have come in that there has been some success at the mouth of Elk Creek although confirmed catches have been few In short, we're not there yet and we are still in for relatively warm weather over the next week with some cooler relief by the weekend.

Perch fishing is still good in 50 to 62 feet of water north and west of Walnut Creek and off the point.

The current Lake Erie water temperature off Toledo is 73 degrees, off Cleveland, 74 degrees and off Erie 74 degrees. West County Tribs are extremely low and clear as of this writing.

Conneaut Lake – Fishing is ok and some very nice bass have been caught. Some panfishing is also productive.

When using the PFBC Launch at the northern end of the lake, use caution due to the shallow water.

Pymatuning Lake – Walleye fishing is still good but you have to work for them. Fishing for catfish is excellent on the lake right now. Everybody seems to be catching nice cats.

Central Erie County

Lake Erie – Consistently warm temperatures have slowed catch rates, but perch and walleye limits are consistently being taken from Lake Erie waters at various depths. Consistently good walleye catches have been reported off both Shades Beach and the Presque Isle State Park lighthouse.

The 2010 boating season is one of the best on record with plenty of sun and warm temperatures. All boaters are reminded to keep a close lookout for swimmers around boats anchored off Beach 11. Those boaters pulling tube riders are reminded to have a COMPETENT observer on board and to maintain a proper lookout at all times. Just because you see another boater doesn't necessarily mean they see you. Stay safe and have fun!

Pictured are Kora-Ann and Kody Anderson of Harnik County, North Carolina holding two lunker citation walleye they caught with their Grandfather off the condos in mid-August. Great job guys!

Venango County

Allegheny River – Water conditions on the Allegheny River are at normal summer pool level throughout Venango County and the surrounding areas. Boaters are cautioned to exercise due care when operating since conditions are not consistently monitored and can change rapidly depending upon local weather conditions.

PFBC Fisherman’s Cove Boating Access—Allegheny River

Because of over-crowding, vandalism, litter, and other than intended use, boaters using this remote PFBC access will see increased law enforcement presence throughout the remainder of the summer season. Please refer to your PA Boating Handbook, Summary of Fishing Regulations book, or the Commission’s website (www.fishandboat.com ) for a complete list of regulations pertaining to PFBC Access Areas.

Odds supported by facts

From January through July 2010 Venango County officers encountered nearly 500 violations relating to the Fish and Boat Code, resulting in a ratio of approximately 4 warnings to every 1 citation. Approximately 90% of all warnings as well as citations issued fall into one of five categories:

1. Possession and display of licenses,
2. Violating seasons/sizes/creel limits,
3. Litter,
4. Misuse of private property open to public recreation, and
5. Insufficient number of personal flotation devices (life jackets).

So for the remainder of the season…if you purchase and display a current valid fishing license, abide by the published seasons sizes and creel limits, don’t litter or abuse somebody else’s property, and have enough life jackets of the proper size and type while boating, you’re odds of receiving a warning or citation according to this year’s figures hovers around 1 in 10.

Piney Dam – Anglers have been reporting some catches of walleyes by trolling in the late evening and early morning hours. With the warm temperatures the area has been experiencing, the action has slowed down. Some anglers have been reporting catches of bass in the early morning and late evening hours also.

PFBC crews completed the initial upgrades to the Mill Creek Access Area, but since then boaters have been experiencing problems launching their boats with lower water levels. To correct the problems, the Mill Creek Access was closed for further repairs on Monday, August 9, 2010. PFBC construction crews plan on emergency repairs to extend the launch ramp. It is expected that the access area will re-open on August 18, 2010 but this schedule is subject to change due to weather or other factors.

Boaters are advised to use the Toby Boat Launch in the Borough of Clarion while Mill Creek is closed.

Kahle Lake – Shoreline anglers should use caution when fishing or wading the shoreline areas. Some of the shoreline areas have exposed sediment and mud that have a crust over them and appear to be solid ground. Some of these areas are like quick sand underneath the crust. Please use caution while walking or wading the shoreline areas.

Allegheny River – Anglers have been catching some bass in the islands area above Parker and in the East Brady Area. Some anglers have been doing well at night for catfish & channel cats.

Beaver Creek Ponds Project – Anglers continue to do well in the ponds for bass and panfish.

Crawford County

Conneaut Lake – Reports of a few nice sized bluegills are being caught in deeper water. Lots of northern pike continue to be reported. Bass fishermen have been picking up some nice sized fish. The recent United Way Bass Tournament produced lots of largemouth bass and seven nice smallmouth bass. Winning weight was 20.12 pounds for an eight fish limit and the lunker was 4.81 lbs.

French Creek – A lot of smallmouth bass have been reported in recent weeks.

Forest County

Tidioute Access Area – Plenty of boaters are using the PFBC access area.

Mercer County

Lake Wilhelm – Numerous panfish continue to be caught from shore, with most being on the small side. Walleye continue to be caught lake-wide with most ranging 18 to 25 inches. Nice sized bass have been observed at recent tournaments. Lunker size bass are ranging around 5 lbs. A 45 inch muskie was taken at the end of July.