News From the Store
With the opening of Bass Season in our local area, baits for both largemouth and smallmouth are flying off the shelves. As noted in the last Blog, Watson's stocks the best bass baits you can find. Hardbaits from LiveTarget and StrikeKing, as well as an array of plastics from Gambler, WaveWorm and YUM. Some of these products are hard to find anywhere in the province and you can pick them up at Watson's!
While checking out the latest in bass baits, make sure to look over the great selection of rods and reels from Abu, Fenwick, Shimano, and Quantum. Watson's has the gear to make your bass season one to remember.
New guns have arrived that will have the local deer hunters ready for the upcoming fall season. New to the shop is the Savage Axis combo. This rifle package comes with a 3x9 mounted scope and detachable clip. This hot item is the perfect match for performance and affordability at $399!
These units will not last long!
If your in the market for a new deer stand (who isn't?), we now have Big Dog 1man and 2man ladder stands, as well as a good selection of hang-on solo stands. Don't forget the selection of Hoyt compound bows and Excalibur Crossbows in stock!
Watson's is once again the destination of choice to pick up your salmon baits. The cooler at the shop is stocked with premium herring strips, anchovies, and herring. Be sure to check out the selection of flashers and bait holder rigs to go along with these top of the line natural baits.
Salmon anglers will be happy to know that Watson's has the new Scotty Pro Packs in stock with the 2116 series downriggers. These tools from Scotty are a popular choice among Great Lakes offshore anglers. Walker Downriggers special offshore rods are now onsale at the shop. These rods are designed for the Great Lakes salmon angler and can be picked up for $39, regular $59!
Check out these web links for more details on these products.....
http://www.scotty.com/
http://www.walkerdownriggers.com/
Local Hunting and Fishing News
You have 2 days left to secure your doe tag for this region! Don't forget, act now!
Bass season opened in the area, and anglers were greeted with some poor weather. Reports have been good however and the season has just started. Big smallmouth have been spotted cruising the shorelines of Owen Sound Bay, a good indication the spawn is over and the fish are on the feed.
The Grey Bruce Bass Club held their opening event in the Muskoka region on Muldrew Lake. The club reports excellent fishing and bad weather with the winning bag of fish totalling 18+lb (5bass). The next club event is being held on Gould Lake, Wednesday July 6, and another on July 9th at Lake Eugenia. For more info, stop into the store to view the schedule, or go online to http://www.gbbass.ca/
Some reports have trickled into the store about good catches of Lake Trout coming offshore of Meaford. Chinook fishing is still good off of Port Elgin and Kincardine for anglers fishing offshore over 100+ feet of water. Hot lures have been Hotfish spoons and Flashers/herring.
If your looking for more info, stop into Watson's for the latest news!
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Tuesday, 14 June 2011
June 14 - June 22
News from the Store
Busy time at Watson's Tackle House! Hence the delay of a couple days with the latest Blog.
Drew Watson is happy to announce that the summer's stock of bass tackle has arrived! New to the store this season is a line-up of bass baits that will have the local angler's thumbs sore from catching so many bass! Topwater baits, crankbaits and lipless cranks from Koppers Live Target Lures are in stock. Snagproof "Ish Manroe" Frogs, Yum Dingers, and Strike King Tubes are on the shelves. Also, to appease the growing crowd of bass fanatics, Watson's has added Strike King spinnerbaits and flipping jigs to the racks! Some of these products cannot be found anywhere, even BassPro Shops! If you haven't heard the rage on the Berkley Gulp line-up of soft plastic baits than you are missing the boat....and Drew Watson has them in stock.
Check out the links for these new products!
http://www.koppersfishing.com/index.php
http://www.strikeking.com/
http://www.snagproof.com/
http://www.yum3x.com/
Watson's has added more products from Wave Lures, including the ever popular "Tiki Sticks" and a new Wave Swim Bait. Watson's has been selling these soft plastics for more than 5 years, and they have a religeous following with the local bass tournament anglers. Tiki man catches fish! http://www.wavefishing.com/
If your looking for premium bass hooks to match with the selection of soft plastics, Watson's has 'em. Choose from a good selection of Eagle Claw, Owner and the new TroKar hooks in sizes 1/0 to 5/0.
To go along with all these new bass baits, Watson's has boosted his selection of rods and reels from Quantum, Berkley, Fenwick, and Abu-Garcia. The world's #1 low-profile baitcast reel; the Abu-Garcia Revo STX is now in store!
New ladder stands for the upcoming fall deer/bear season are now in. Choose from both single and double man ladder stands. Looking for a "hang on" style stand? Watson's has them as well. While on the topic, don't forget to pick up your deer tag and apply for your antlerless seal...time is up at the end of June for doe tags!
Gun of the week at Watson's:
-1yr old, Benelli Super Black Eagle 2, 3-1/2in chamber in 12ga. Stock #UG0029 for a great price of $1495.00 This gun would go nicely with the upcoming waterfowl season in Grey/Bruce this fall!
Local Hunting and Fishing News.
Hunting is nill at the moment. Marksmen are keeping sharp at the range and in farm fields with the local groundhog populations.
Salmon fishing has been decent the past week or so, with good catches coming from Wiarton and Lake Huron. Fish are fairly shallow, being caught in the top 50 feet of the water column in depths from 60 to 150 feet of water. Hot tickets have been Hotfish spoons off planer boards, Walker Deeper Divers and riggers set high. Pay attention to surface temps, as they dictate where the fish are located. Warm water patches offshore seem to be the deciding factor when it comes to finding the fish. Surface temps are creeping over 50F on Huron and 5 to 10 degrees F colder on the Georgian Bay side. Finding temps that change by a few degrees will attract bait and the salmon!
Local bass season opens up next weekend (June 25). Until then, both largemouth and smallmouth are out of season! It is illegal to target these fish, whether you release them or not! Local MNR enforcement will see that this rule is enforced this time of year, as the bass are spawning and become easy targets for poachers!
If your an avid bass angler, look into joining the Grey Bruce Bass Club. This stuctured members club hosts local bass tournament events across Grey and Bruce Counties throughout the season. There are both Saturday and Wednesday 2man team events, with the championship tournament in early September, plus a late fall smallmouth event on the Penninsula. This club has a strong membership with all levels of anglers and is always looking for new members. Come join, fish a few events, have some fun and learn alot! You can check them out at http://www.gbbass.ca/
Want more info? Stop into to Watson's for the lastest news and deals!
Busy time at Watson's Tackle House! Hence the delay of a couple days with the latest Blog.
Drew Watson is happy to announce that the summer's stock of bass tackle has arrived! New to the store this season is a line-up of bass baits that will have the local angler's thumbs sore from catching so many bass! Topwater baits, crankbaits and lipless cranks from Koppers Live Target Lures are in stock. Snagproof "Ish Manroe" Frogs, Yum Dingers, and Strike King Tubes are on the shelves. Also, to appease the growing crowd of bass fanatics, Watson's has added Strike King spinnerbaits and flipping jigs to the racks! Some of these products cannot be found anywhere, even BassPro Shops! If you haven't heard the rage on the Berkley Gulp line-up of soft plastic baits than you are missing the boat....and Drew Watson has them in stock.
Check out the links for these new products!
http://www.koppersfishing.com/index.php
http://www.strikeking.com/
http://www.snagproof.com/
http://www.yum3x.com/
Watson's has added more products from Wave Lures, including the ever popular "Tiki Sticks" and a new Wave Swim Bait. Watson's has been selling these soft plastics for more than 5 years, and they have a religeous following with the local bass tournament anglers. Tiki man catches fish! http://www.wavefishing.com/
If your looking for premium bass hooks to match with the selection of soft plastics, Watson's has 'em. Choose from a good selection of Eagle Claw, Owner and the new TroKar hooks in sizes 1/0 to 5/0.
To go along with all these new bass baits, Watson's has boosted his selection of rods and reels from Quantum, Berkley, Fenwick, and Abu-Garcia. The world's #1 low-profile baitcast reel; the Abu-Garcia Revo STX is now in store!
New ladder stands for the upcoming fall deer/bear season are now in. Choose from both single and double man ladder stands. Looking for a "hang on" style stand? Watson's has them as well. While on the topic, don't forget to pick up your deer tag and apply for your antlerless seal...time is up at the end of June for doe tags!
Gun of the week at Watson's:
-1yr old, Benelli Super Black Eagle 2, 3-1/2in chamber in 12ga. Stock #UG0029 for a great price of $1495.00 This gun would go nicely with the upcoming waterfowl season in Grey/Bruce this fall!
Local Hunting and Fishing News.
Hunting is nill at the moment. Marksmen are keeping sharp at the range and in farm fields with the local groundhog populations.
Salmon fishing has been decent the past week or so, with good catches coming from Wiarton and Lake Huron. Fish are fairly shallow, being caught in the top 50 feet of the water column in depths from 60 to 150 feet of water. Hot tickets have been Hotfish spoons off planer boards, Walker Deeper Divers and riggers set high. Pay attention to surface temps, as they dictate where the fish are located. Warm water patches offshore seem to be the deciding factor when it comes to finding the fish. Surface temps are creeping over 50F on Huron and 5 to 10 degrees F colder on the Georgian Bay side. Finding temps that change by a few degrees will attract bait and the salmon!
Local bass season opens up next weekend (June 25). Until then, both largemouth and smallmouth are out of season! It is illegal to target these fish, whether you release them or not! Local MNR enforcement will see that this rule is enforced this time of year, as the bass are spawning and become easy targets for poachers!
If your an avid bass angler, look into joining the Grey Bruce Bass Club. This stuctured members club hosts local bass tournament events across Grey and Bruce Counties throughout the season. There are both Saturday and Wednesday 2man team events, with the championship tournament in early September, plus a late fall smallmouth event on the Penninsula. This club has a strong membership with all levels of anglers and is always looking for new members. Come join, fish a few events, have some fun and learn alot! You can check them out at http://www.gbbass.ca/
Want more info? Stop into to Watson's for the lastest news and deals!
Wednesday, 1 June 2011
June 1 - June 8
News from the Store
Well folks, the Great Gobbler Contest has come to an end. This was a huge success! Watson's and Lake Huron Rod and Gun would like to thank all those involved in making this contest possible.
Both businesses are happy to announce a total donation of $7,300.00 to the Grey Bruce Eat and Learn Breakfast Program. This money is going to a great cause, and is a direct result of the abilities of charitable hunters in Grey and Bruce!
Here is the final run down of the results from the Great Gobbler Contest.
Overall Typical - Terry Brown (72.625)
Overall Ladies - Julie Coon (72.3125)
Overall Non-Typical - Tamara Hogarth (83.375)
Overall heaviest bird - Gerald Buckton (28.2lbs)
Overall smallest bird - Quinn Jones (10.12lbs)
Draw Prizes will be chosen on June 2nd at 8:45am at the Arran Tara Public School. Winners will be notified by phone and those draw winners will also be posted online at this location next blog edition.
If your in the market for trap loads and/or clay targets, Watson's is the place to pick up your gear! Clay Target flats are in stock and priced at 17.99/box.
The featured used gun of the week is a LEFT HANDED Savage heavy barrel 17-HMR with Scope and drop out clip. This gun is a hard to find item, especially in a left hand version. Come down to the shop and check out this versatile gun at the awesome price of $375.00!
Shop owner Drew Watson is pleased to inform everyone that this years stock of bass tackle is arriving daily. New to the shore will be highend hardbaits from Koppers Live Target Lures, Strike King Spinnerbaits, Strike King Jigs and a large selection of softplastic baits. Local bass fishing has drawn alot of attention the past few years in Grey/Bruce. The region is a hotbed for bass anglers in the know, providing excellent opportunities for both smallmouth and largemouth bass. Watson's will be catering to this growing angling option with top of the line products not normally found in shops across the region.
Outdoor news from Grey/Bruce
Shelly Decunha of Hanover, On was the winner of the recent Fish Kincardine Derby. Her winning salmon tipped the scales at 18.32lbs. The overall winner in the trout division was a whopping 18.04lbs caught by Jim Schmidt. Anglers reported some very good fish during the extent of the derby that wrapped up on May 29th. There have been reports of very healthy chinooks coming from Huron so far this spring, indicating an outlook of positive things for the salmon fishery. Anglers are still connecting with good numbers of chinook offfshore in depths of 70 to 100 feet of water, throughout the water column while temperatures are staggered. Popular ports have been Port Elgin and Kincardine. Once mid June rolls around, thermoclines will begin to become more stable and concentrate fish in predictable areas and depths. Hot baits on Huron have been the local HOTFISH spoon in a number of glow patterns, Silver Fox and Northern King Spoons. These baits all run best at speeds above 2mph.
There have been good reports coming in from Owen Sound Bay as well. Anglers are targeting whitefish in the "hole" and having fair success. Also, there are still some salmon being caught over deeper water near the outskirts of the bay. Anglers are reporting success on Hotfish spoons and Michigan Stinger Spoons.
Local Pike and Walleye fishing has been decent for anglers who have been out to area lakes and rivers. Reports are coming in from the Saugeen where anglers are catching a few walleye and channel cats around highway 21 bridge. This is often an overlooked fishery that can provide tons of fun for the whole family. Channel cats are some of the hardest fighting fish found in the Great Lakes and are eager biters when they enter the lower stretches of rivers along the Lake Huron shoreline. Target these fish either with slip sinker rigs on bottom or slip floats drifted in the current. Bait selection ranges from nightcrawlers to chicken livers to cut sucker. They aren't picky!
Anglers should note that bass season does not open till the end of June, and both largemouth and smallmouth bass are actively spawning right now. Male bass guarding nests are particularly aggressive and easy to catch. Targeting these fish out of season is against the law and detrimental to the future of our bass fishery! Let the spawn in peace and be prepared for the fantastic bass fishing our region offers once the season opens!
If your a bass angler and interested in putting your skills to the test here is your chance...
The Grey/Bruce Bass Club holds 2-man partner events across Grey and Bruce throughout the summer months. This club has a scheduled series and information package that can be viewed online at http://www.gbbass.ca/ Tournaments are held on Saturdays and Wednesdays from July to September with a 2 day championship event in early September. Club meetings are held in Tara, and the club has been operating for 5 years. Early sign up for club events begins June 1, so dont wait or these fields may fill up as each lake has a designated boat cap.
Well folks, the Great Gobbler Contest has come to an end. This was a huge success! Watson's and Lake Huron Rod and Gun would like to thank all those involved in making this contest possible.
Both businesses are happy to announce a total donation of $7,300.00 to the Grey Bruce Eat and Learn Breakfast Program. This money is going to a great cause, and is a direct result of the abilities of charitable hunters in Grey and Bruce!
Here is the final run down of the results from the Great Gobbler Contest.
Overall Typical - Terry Brown (72.625)
Overall Ladies - Julie Coon (72.3125)
Overall Non-Typical - Tamara Hogarth (83.375)
Overall heaviest bird - Gerald Buckton (28.2lbs)
Overall smallest bird - Quinn Jones (10.12lbs)
Draw Prizes will be chosen on June 2nd at 8:45am at the Arran Tara Public School. Winners will be notified by phone and those draw winners will also be posted online at this location next blog edition.
If your in the market for trap loads and/or clay targets, Watson's is the place to pick up your gear! Clay Target flats are in stock and priced at 17.99/box.
The featured used gun of the week is a LEFT HANDED Savage heavy barrel 17-HMR with Scope and drop out clip. This gun is a hard to find item, especially in a left hand version. Come down to the shop and check out this versatile gun at the awesome price of $375.00!
Shop owner Drew Watson is pleased to inform everyone that this years stock of bass tackle is arriving daily. New to the shore will be highend hardbaits from Koppers Live Target Lures, Strike King Spinnerbaits, Strike King Jigs and a large selection of softplastic baits. Local bass fishing has drawn alot of attention the past few years in Grey/Bruce. The region is a hotbed for bass anglers in the know, providing excellent opportunities for both smallmouth and largemouth bass. Watson's will be catering to this growing angling option with top of the line products not normally found in shops across the region.
Outdoor news from Grey/Bruce
Shelly Decunha of Hanover, On was the winner of the recent Fish Kincardine Derby. Her winning salmon tipped the scales at 18.32lbs. The overall winner in the trout division was a whopping 18.04lbs caught by Jim Schmidt. Anglers reported some very good fish during the extent of the derby that wrapped up on May 29th. There have been reports of very healthy chinooks coming from Huron so far this spring, indicating an outlook of positive things for the salmon fishery. Anglers are still connecting with good numbers of chinook offfshore in depths of 70 to 100 feet of water, throughout the water column while temperatures are staggered. Popular ports have been Port Elgin and Kincardine. Once mid June rolls around, thermoclines will begin to become more stable and concentrate fish in predictable areas and depths. Hot baits on Huron have been the local HOTFISH spoon in a number of glow patterns, Silver Fox and Northern King Spoons. These baits all run best at speeds above 2mph.
There have been good reports coming in from Owen Sound Bay as well. Anglers are targeting whitefish in the "hole" and having fair success. Also, there are still some salmon being caught over deeper water near the outskirts of the bay. Anglers are reporting success on Hotfish spoons and Michigan Stinger Spoons.
Local Pike and Walleye fishing has been decent for anglers who have been out to area lakes and rivers. Reports are coming in from the Saugeen where anglers are catching a few walleye and channel cats around highway 21 bridge. This is often an overlooked fishery that can provide tons of fun for the whole family. Channel cats are some of the hardest fighting fish found in the Great Lakes and are eager biters when they enter the lower stretches of rivers along the Lake Huron shoreline. Target these fish either with slip sinker rigs on bottom or slip floats drifted in the current. Bait selection ranges from nightcrawlers to chicken livers to cut sucker. They aren't picky!
Anglers should note that bass season does not open till the end of June, and both largemouth and smallmouth bass are actively spawning right now. Male bass guarding nests are particularly aggressive and easy to catch. Targeting these fish out of season is against the law and detrimental to the future of our bass fishery! Let the spawn in peace and be prepared for the fantastic bass fishing our region offers once the season opens!
If your a bass angler and interested in putting your skills to the test here is your chance...
The Grey/Bruce Bass Club holds 2-man partner events across Grey and Bruce throughout the summer months. This club has a scheduled series and information package that can be viewed online at http://www.gbbass.ca/ Tournaments are held on Saturdays and Wednesdays from July to September with a 2 day championship event in early September. Club meetings are held in Tara, and the club has been operating for 5 years. Early sign up for club events begins June 1, so dont wait or these fields may fill up as each lake has a designated boat cap.
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