Re: Wawayanda Salmon Help
 

If you need to rent a boat like me, go at 8am. I didn't want to risk them not having one for me. I also didn't want to risk not getting into the park.

I rented for the entire day ($80) and was there for 5 hours. definitely got my moneys worth since I would have had to pay $150 if I did hourly.

I cannot give you much insight as to time of day really, I saw a kayaker pick one up about 9:30 in the front hole by the beach and then I started catching in the back hole around noon

Re: Wawayanda Salmon Help
 

For time of day, I've always found the solunar calendar periods best for trout and salmon, but focus early morning in the hot weather.

Re: Wawayanda Salmon Help
 

So I just bought a manual downrigger in hopes of it helping me out in the search for these guys... My question is how much line in general should I let out behind the boat when sending the 4lb ball down to depth? I am using a 15ft leader. I figure if I let too much line out it will either go above or below the targeted depth wanted. Suggestions??

Re: Wawayanda Salmon Help
 

Here is really good value for a trolling outfit. I was impressed with the quality for the price. Add some lead core line, use a floro leader and you are set. I think the common wisdom for lead core is that you are down 5 feet per color. But that will vary with your lure and trolling speed.
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