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shortypowers · Joined: 24 Aug 2007 Posts: 83

I've been out fishing in my kayak a few times. I recently added a rod holder and picked up a "portable" fish finder setup for it and have been pleased.

The portable fish finder setup has a base that accepts 8 AA batteries and has a suction cup for the transducer. I've been pleased thus far.

In my short, 1 1/2 hour trip, to Middle Bolton today, I finally hooked up to two bass, both small, but bass nonetheless. Both were caught on a 1/4 oz jig. This was my first trip to any of the Bolton lakes, but it was nice because it's close. I've heard there are a lot of small bass there, but I'll make a trip again soon enough to check it out more.

The kayak is a bit of a challenge in even the slightest wind as it just takes off. Makes it hard to fish slow! An anchor is my next purchase.

Johnny Skeeter · Joined: 06 May 2007 Posts: 700 Location: Vernon Ct

I fish there alot,there are some nice fish in there .You have to work very hard for them though.It is a great numbers spot to take a kid or someone who is a beginner.
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thestinkycrappie · Joined: 18 Feb 2008 Posts: 62

I used to fish Bolton Lake alot in the mid 90's. Then the pressure came. Haven't been back since. Hopefully it is on the rebound.

slimecoat · Joined: 09 Nov 2007 Posts: 1576 Location: Newington, CT.

I fish it once in a while, the biggest fish I've caught from there is a 3lb. largemouth. But you are correct good #'s of 1 - 1.5 lb bass, when the water warms up some, try throwing a topwater popper the can't stay off it there. Also throw senko's, drop shot, spinnerbaits, and of course a jig always produce well at Middle bolton. Good Luck
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