Fall Transition: Fresh Tips, Gear, and Stories for Kayak Anglers

Good morning, Crew!

Welcome to this week's edition of the Kayak Fishing Guide newsletter!

We're excited to bring you the latest in kayak fishing news, tips, and stories that make our sport so thrilling.

In this week’s newsletter:

• Transitioning to Fall fishing!

• Heat of the Summer Crappies!

• Tackle Bag Spotlight!

• Traeger blackened fish recipe!

• And more…

Whether you're here for the gear advice, the big fish tales, or just a good laugh, we've got something special lined up for you.

Dive in, and let's make the most of our time on the water together!

BEST LINKS
Favorite Finds

• The heat of the summer will be over soon. Discover the best tips for catching more bass this fall! (The Bass Cast)

• Learn the secrets to reeling in big crappies during the hottest days of summer—don’t miss these expert tips! (Game & Fish)

• Find out why adding an ultralight fishing rod to your gear can make every fishing trip more fun and successful! (Wired2Fish)

• Discover why worms might be your secret weapon for landing more bass this summer—simple yet effective! (The Northern Virginia Daily)

GEAR
Tackle Box Spotlight: Plano Guide Series 3700 XL

If you're gearing up for your next kayak fishing trip, consider the Plano Guide Series 3700 XL Tackle Bag—a fantastic choice for organizing your gear on the water.

This soft-sided bag is lightweight and waterproof, making it perfect for the unpredictable conditions of kayak fishing.

It comes with multiple utility boxes that keep your lures and tackle neat and easy to find.

The durable, waterproof base ensures your gear stays dry, even when things get wet, and the extra pockets on the outside let you quickly grab your go-to items.

This tackle bag is all about convenience and reliability, making it a must-have for any serious kayak angler.

KAYAK RIGS
NuCanoe Unlimited

Like the way Rickey has his Nucanoe Unlimited set up!

FRESHWATER CATCH
Largemouth Bass

THREE FISHING TIPS
Summer to Fall: Adjusting Your Kayak Fishing Tactics

1. Focus on Depth Changes:

As temperatures cool down, bass and other fish species start migrating to deeper waters.

Adjust your fishing tactics by targeting drop-offs, ledges, and deeper channels where fish are likely to school up.

Use your fish finder to identify these deeper spots, and switch to jigs or deep-diving crankbaits to reach them effectively.

2. Switch to Slower Presentations:

In cooler water, fish metabolism slows, making them less likely to chase fast-moving lures.

Transition to slower presentations like Texas-rigged soft plastics or finesse techniques like drop-shotting.

Allow your bait to linger longer in the strike zone, giving fish more time to bite.

3. Pay Attention to Baitfish Movements:

During the transition from summer to fall, baitfish start moving closer to shorelines and shallower waters, especially early in the morning and late in the afternoon.

Match your lure choice to the size and color of the local baitfish, and fish areas where you see baitfish activity, as predators are likely close by.

TASTY RECIPES
Traeger Blackened Bass

Ingredients:

• 2 Bass - 2 to 4lb range - filleted

• 1/2 stick of butter

Blackened Season Mix:

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp ancho chili powder

• 1 tsp white pepper

• 1 tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp dried thyme leaves

• ½ tsp dried oregano leaves

Fire up the Traeger and turn it all the way up. The secret to this dish is red-hot cast iron. The actual cook time will be short, just 5-10 minutes, and there will be some smoke. Go ahead and place a cast iron griddle or skillet on the grill as it preheats.

While the grill and pan heat, mix the blackening seasoning and sprinkle it liberally over both sides of skinless bass filets.

Once the grill is to temp, drop the butter onto your cooking surface. It should immediately melt, then bubble, then start turning golden brown. Make sure the entire cooking surface is coated in butter, then carefully drop on the bass. Let the bass sear, undisturbed for 3-4 minutes. Using a long spatula, gently flip the filets to sear the opposite side.

Recipe from RealTree

SALTWATER CATCH
27” Redfish

HUMOR
Fishing Memes

THAT’S A WRAP
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