Category Archive: WNY Kayak Fishing Association

Opening Weekend 2010

While the Western New York Kayak Fishing Association technically kicks off events on March 28th, I snuck out this past weekend to try out some gear, and break in my paddling muscles. Nothing would be worse than pulling up lame during our first official paddle of the year, so precautions are in order. Have to …

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Mounting a GPS/FishFinder in a Fishing Kayak

Having spent a little more time on bigger lakes last year, I decided it was time to add a GPS/Fishfinder to my LiquidLogic Manta Ray. If you’re not familiar with that model of fishing kayak, it’s a sit on top, and mine runs 12 feet in length. EAGLE CUDA 350 S/Map Sonar/GPS Fishfinder There’s a …

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Scouting Your Next Kayak Fishing Trip From Home

Sometimes even the thought of a driving trip to scout streams in this weather is discouraging. Wind chills dip below zero, ice is building up in the wheel wells of your truck, and the snow is piling up. Even if you manage to get out to a stream or lake your looking forward to fishing, …

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Cures for Winter Kayak Fishing Blues

I recently read a news article that declared yesterday, the third Monday of January, as the official “Blue Monday”. This particular Monday is considered to be the most depressing day of the year due to the juxtaposition of bad weather, increased personal debt, failed motivation, and post-holiday let-downs. I have always dreaded Winter and after …

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Introducing the FishGator Freshwater Kayak Fishing Social Network

In the cold winter of 2008-2009, Paul and I decided we needed to create a group for local kayak anglers.  The idea was to plan float trips, share stories and tips, and make a few new friends. 10 months later, we have 42 members.  I’ve managed to meet quite a few of them, and we …

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