Mid-November Update

A few weeks into November and we are in hot pursuit of the chrome ones, our finned friend the steelhead.

The fishing on the Salmon River hasn't been easy, but that's alright.  Our successes have been earned, through persistence and patience.  Mind your drifts, be smart on the rods and make your opportunities count.

The fairly pleasant weather we've experienced hasn't been too much of a help, plenty of crowds and low, clear water abound.  What we lack in quantity, we've certainly made up for in quality though.  Plus, if you still consider fishing a numbers game, you've missed the point entirely. 

Seems as though the winds of change are upon us, thanks to lake effect rain.  I'm looking forward to the rest of November!  

As far as bookings go, right now I have plenty of weekdays in the second week of December on.  Don't just read the report, make it.

See ya out there.

Another Salmon Season Passes, Another Steelhead Season Arrives!

The breeze has cooled, the leaves have turned and we are about to begin our November.  As usual, September and October flew right by.  

Lake Ontario's salmon season here on the Salmon River was a bit of a grind, and that's OK.  It took a little effort and perseverance every single day on the water to put together our catches, but this made it that much sweeter when we did..  Some trips were easier than others, but every trip was enjoyed, and that's what it's all about. 

In other news...feisty steelhead have found their way into our waters.  I have targeted nothing but our silvery friends for a little more than a week.  Oh, did I miss them!

I am incredibly encouraged by what I've seen so far.  There does seem to be a fair number of fish, especially considering it to be late October.  I am looking forward to a busy November.

So, enjoy some photos I've managed to snap.

Also, I would like to update every one to my schedule.  Right now I have had November 22, 23 and 24 open up.  I also have plenty of open days in the Second week of December.  If you'd like to hit the water, don't wait, shoot me an email or call!

See ya out there.

Plugging Away Through Salmon Season

Here we are, right in the middle of salmon season 2015!

It's been a fun, interesting and, at times, challenging month. So far anyways!

There are salmon to be caught, whether it be in the tributaries or lake, the trick has been making the right call day-to-day.  We have been able to put together good days on the rivers via back-trolling lures and float fishing skein, as well as trolling at night on Lake Ontario.

I expect the next three weeks of chasing after kings to only improve, every day the number of kings increases in our tributaries. 

Although salmon season is abound, don't think steelhead fishing isn't tugging on my thoughts.  I can't wait for the first float drop and thrash from our silvery friends.  The leaves are changing and the chrome is coming!  For those of you who have booked their days, I can't wait.

As of now, I still have the following dates available:
October 19,20,21,29

November 16,24,30

As always, Don't just read the report...make it!

Another Season On The Lake Has Come To An End...

To sum up this years trolling on Lake Ontario...tough stuff!

We hung in there on the Dixie Dandy and had plenty of successful catches, but boy did we work for them. 

This left many of us anglers scratching our heads (or having fits of depression and rage), wondering why?  I don't have a definitive answer, nor does any one right now.  Long winters? Maybe. Adverse Conditions? Could be! 

One thing is for certain, I do not believe there to be a shortage of Salmon.  Many recent days our fish finder was layered with good marks.  I am optimistic (as always) in the approaching river season.

So enjoy the remaining photos I have from the charter boat!

My fall bookings are filling up quickly!  If you are looking to get out on the water for salmon or steelhead, don't hesitate to contact me.

Night fishing for King Salmon is upon us!  If you haven't tried it, ya gotta!  I made it out with my good friend Stephen Shen and they're certainly around!

Don't read the report, Make it!

Fishing Remains Killer...And Here Comes Fall!

Oswego, NY continues to produce great fishing.

Whether you want to chase Kings offshore or Brown Trout inshore, both have led to fun trips!

The Dixie Dandy has found kings from 120 feet of water all the way out to 500 feet of water, depending on conditions.  Keeping a smorgasbord of A-TOM-MIK behind Michigan Stinger E-Chips has certainly been the most productive route, but mixing some larger spoons into your spread has been key as well.

Keeping a sharp eye on wind patterns has made locating bait and therefore fish easier, as well as making the decision to offshore or inshore to fish.

Brown trout seem to be pretty evenly distributed around port and a spread of spoons in the 50-60 degree water has been key.  

I expect the fishing to only improve as more and more fish move in and ultimately begin to stage.  Can't Wait!

If you are feeling the itch, we still have some prime days left open on the Dixie Dandy until we pull her out of the water in mid-September.  

Also, keep in mind...Fall is on it's way!

Every day I am filling in more days through December, I am certainly looking forward to time in the drift boat! 

There are some great dates available for night fishing kings, day fishing kings and plenty of great steelhead dates!

Please don't wait, I love seeing everybody on the water!

Kings Baby, Kings...

Oswego, NY fishing is officially rocking right now!

Sure, we have some tough days mixed in, but all things considered, the fishing is fun.  An awesome mixed catch is being put together between king salmon, brown trout and the occasional lake trout and steelhead.

The keys to success for the Dixie Dandy have been to find your preferred water temperature (as it has been on the move lately) then alter your lure choice and presentation to fit accordingly.  As usual, A-TOM-MIK Hammer Flies have been doing most of the damage in some form or another, typically behind a version of a white E-chip in lower light conditions and chrome in the elevated light conditions.

It has also been key to include spoons in your presentation as well, especially in dealing with preferred temperature higher in the water column.  Throw a few "junk" leadcore rods into your program and see what happens.

The fishing should only get better and better as we make our way through the remainder of July and into August.  The Dixie Dandy has a handful of prime dates available throughout, so don't wait...book one!

Speaking of booking days, keep in mind I am booking up September night trolling for salmon, October salmon trips on the river and November/December steelhead trips.  Please take care to insure your dates so we can hit the water!

Don't read the report...make it!

See ya out there.

Oswego, NY Fishing Is Heating Up!

Our end of Lake Ontario in Oswego, NY has had excellent fishing!  

Opportunities have been plentiful for brown trout inshore, but I have to admit, the chance at spring king salmon has drawn me a touch further offshore.  As a matter of fact, the past few days would indicate an even larger number of salmon have shown up.

As usual on the Dixie Dandy, staying a touch outside the pressured areas has been the ticket, while exploring an array of depths.  

A mixed bag of spoons has been the most successful offering, Michigan Stinger Tux, NBK, Diehard and the occasional Chicken Wing have all been producers.

Keeping a wide spread of rods that covers many fishing depths keeps fish hitting the deck also, as we do not have a thermocline yet.

I can't tell you how excited I am to fish the coming months, it should keep getting better!

We still have many prime dates available in June, July and August, but they are going fast!  Come enjoy what Lake Ontario has to offer and don't just read the fishing report, make it!

See ya out there!

Another River Season Complete...

2014-2015 river season has come to a close for Rayno's Fishing Excursions.  As with every season's end, I want to start with an enormous thank you to all that spent time with me on the water, it was truly a pleasure!  I am already looking forward to seeing you again in Fall.

As spring was moving awful fast, I have a lot of photos to post (I know, quite a surprise that I was bad about posting reports).  Regardless, enjoy the pics from wrapping up fishing on the Salmon River and the beginning of our trolling season on Lake Ontario.

The trolling has been, overall, good here in Oswego, NY.  I am looking forward to the remainder of May, as I think we are in store for some killer fishing.  I will be sure to keep you guys updated!

See ya out there...

When The Going Gets Tough...The Tough Get Going.

Well, here we are at the end of March and, although the calendar claims it to be spring, we wouldn't know it here in Oswego, NY!

Winter's grip seems to loosen from time to time, but overall it is still frigid!  

The fishing on the Salmon River remains a challenge, but we've been making it work.  Although the weather has been anything but brilliant, the crowds during the weekends don't reflect that!  The ticket has been simple....grind, grind and then grind a bit more.

Lately, a mix of Trick Em Plastics and Jigs have been key producers, with roe and Trick Em Beads thrown into the mix as well.

In short, It's pretty darn easy to suck on the Salmon River right now if you don't have a clue.

But!  Brighter times ahead!  Inevitably  spring will pop, we'll get a bump in water flow and frozen fingers will be a thing of the past.

Also, an update on my calendar!  I have a few days left in the first 2 weeks of April if you have the itch.  

May's calendar continues to fill with Brown Trout charters aboard the Dixie Dandy as well, prime dates are still available though! 

Remember...Make the report, don't just read it!

See ya out there.

Spring Is Coming!

Here in Oswego, NY we've endured a harsh winter.  Don't fret though, a few days with temperatures creeping into the 40's has made me a believer that spring is coming!  

Recently, the fishing has been a bit challenging on the Salmon River in Pulaski, NY.  With a little work, we've been able to grind out our catches.  That's not to say we aren't having fun doing it!

Looking ahead, I wanted to offer up my available dates before they are booked.  With similar conditions to last March, I would assume we are in for some excellent April and May fishing.  I am looking forward to some warmer temperatures and willing fish!

As of now, I have some prime, open dates in April aboard the drift boat, where we will target steelhead in the Salmon River, or brown trout along the lake shore.

We are also filling our spring dates aboard the Dixie Dandy!  Last season proved to be killer during the month of May with great brown trout fishing and some bonus action with King Salmon, Steelhead and Lake Trout.  We are looking for a repeat this season!

I look forward to hearing from everyone!

See ya out there.