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25 With more than 100 unique bodies of water at Innsbrook stocked with bluegill catfish smallmouth bass and crappie fishing tales are plentiful and diverse around cabin campfires. We cant claim that the fishing fascination at Innsbrook is a new one as the activity has been a favorite pastime of property owners since the beginning. Its delightful to see the hobby passed down through the generations. As evidenced by our Spring Fishing Tournament in 2016 which had more than 50 participantsthe love for fishing continues to have a stronghold on Innsbrookers of all ages There are many levels of anglers heresome are perfectly content to cast a line and wait it out on the pontoon or shoreline while enjoying the general relaxation and camaraderie of the day. Some customize the bait depending on what they hope to catch and some even take great steps to make their shoreline attractive to our finned friends. One of the recent fishing tournament competitors is property owner Tom Duchild who we asked about tips tricks and memories. On the biggest fish he can remember reeling in Way back in the 1991 Innsbrook Fishing Tournament I got lucky and caught a 9 lb. bass from Lake Wanderfern. Im likely never going to top that one but the memories and stories from that day will stay with me forever Tom is an experienced fisherman but he has some advice for newbies as well. Get a light to medium basic rodreel combo at a sporting goods store some basic tackle bobber sinkers small gold hooks and worms. If you can fish early or later in the day for the best action. fishing fever SNAGS THE HEARTS OF INNSBROOK Fishing Tips If youre looking to hook more action at your lot there are some simple things you can do to make it fish-friendly. Removing brush from your property Toss tree branches into the lake near your shoreline and the fish will flock. Tree branches cedar trees and old Christmas trees the once-live ones of course all make great fish cover. Be sure to secure them to a heavy weight before tossing them in so they sink in place. Youll want to place them in 6-12 feet of water to be effective. Here are some additional tips from our Lakes Fishing Manager and resident authority on fish populations Jeff Yegge Clear water bass rely upon their sight for feeding and will often roam farther from cover to take a lure. Effective baits must match the natural environment which is why smaller soft-plastic lures in smoke green and brown colors generally work well. Want to lure in a catfish Use prepared baits nightcrawlers and hot dogs. Fish for them in deep water and at night. If you can find water flowing into the lake try dropping a line there. Its always fun to fish for bluegill and crappiethey are feisty fighters. Use small jigs minnows and worms and fish for them around woody cover. Remember to relax and have fun Please keep in mind the following fishing regulations Alpine Lake has a protected slot length limit on bass of 12-18 which means you can keep bass under 12 or over 18 with a daily limit of five. For all other lakes release bass between 12-16. Crappie 10 or longer and bluegill and catfish of any size can be kept including Alpine with a daily limit of 10 crappie per day. Please release all paddlefish caught. Photos by Jenny Jacquin top Erika Russina left