October 10th, 2014

Photo by Laurance Saupe 2006

The leaves are still 80% on the trees and all at Peak this weekend! 

If your boat is still in the water, it would be a beautiful weekend for a boat ride!

Just be sure to stick to the channels as the level is down quite a bit from our last report and they are starting to pull the buoys.

There is plenty of beach and privacy - so if you can get out there!

If not, don't worry! It is a great weekend for a drive around the lake.

The GSLBA is hosting their annual Chowderfest at Lanzi's on the Lake this Saturday. The tasting is from 1 Pm-4 Pm and you can taste the areas best chowders for 8$. Vote for your favorite - and enjoy music by Aaron Mittler!

Hope to see you there!

September 26th, 2014

Photo by Bev Mosher

The Water Level

is down about another foot from last week. About 80% of the boats are already out of the water!

Water Temperature

is 63 degrees

Foliage:

The Leaves on the Trees right on the shoreline are about 100% color. The leaves surrounding them on the hills are over 50%. All of them should peak between this weekend and next so while we have nice weather get out and enjoy the color - Before we get a wind storm and they get Blown away.

Fishing:

has been holding strong on all species of fish

Tip of the Week:

Don't take these beautiful days for granted - get out and enjoy them!

September 19, 2014

Photo by From Above Media

Lake Level:

We have lost a couple of feet of water since the last report, but there is stil plenty of water to boat in. Stay in the channels and pay attention to your danger buoys - this is the time of year when they really matter!

You may have been saying to yourself earlier in the year "Why are those danger buoys there? - Ther is plenty of eater there!" But now you will know why. 

Some Marinas are getting shallow, especially the first slips that are close to the shore, but you can still get to all the courtesy docks without a problem. (including Wally's, Lakeside, Captain Nauti's, Sport Island and Lanzi's)  Just watch the depth finder if pulling up close to shore.

Leaf Report:

Photo by Stephanie Lape Crowe

The leaves are just beginning to change on the trees closest to the water all around the lake and Northeast of Sin Clair Point heading towards Conklingville there are spots of Color in the hills.
Also north of Northville Bridge in the next two weeks, mother nature should give us quite a show, so if your boat is still in the water take a ride and enjoy the view with no humidity this time of year you can see a long way.

Water temperature:

has cooled to 65 degrees.

Fishing:

Pike: Average
Walleye: Average
Bass:Average
Trout: Starting to run.

Tip of the Week:

Clean the bottom of your boat as soon as you pull it - the scum cleans off much easier vefore it dries (Like concerete0

September 5th, 2014

Photo by Larry Vrooman

Sand Island Bash: 

Has been Officially RE-Postponed to Sunday September 7th at Noon (PLEASE PASS IT ON)

GSLFF Fising Contest is this weekend!

Water Temperature 

is 74 Degrees

Water Level:

is down about a foot from last week, and is holding there. They had let quite a bit of  water out very quickly last week, but it has now leveled off. This is the new "normal" level for this time of year.

So What does this mean? We have about 3 more feet of beech on Sand, Scout, Mosquito Bay and the Northampton point. Perfect for the Sand Island Bash this Sunday. You will either be able to get out and dance on the beach, or hang out on the boat.

Stump Ally - Has only 2-3' of water in it. So Pontoons only! 

Sin Clair Point - stay in the channel and stay away from the point itself.

Trap Islands - are out of the water. (If you approach from the Broadalbin side there is some deep water, and you can pull up close to the shore.This is a great semi-private spot to relax and hang out.

The Broadalbin Shoreline - the rock walls are starting to be 2-3 feet below the water. So UNLESS you know where they are keep away from the shoreline. (AND even then be careful)

All Marinas are still accessible.

*** If you haven't been on the lake in a while or are thinking of coming out for the first time, there is still plenty of water. Just be mindful, there are a few more "gotchas" out there.

Fishing:

Is Phenomenal right now!!!

Walleye: Phenomenal many on the 17" range

Perch: Good

Northerns: Starting to get better

Carp: are biting like crazy for bread balls and potato chips!

Tip of the Week:

Remeber to RAISE your lower unit BEFORE you pull your boat up on to the ramp! Trust me, it wont hurt the concrete or black top!!

If you haven't checked it out recently, we have updated our Fuel-n-Food Website! We are working on getting the photos from our photo albums scanned into our Flickr Photo Gallery - so keep checking back and you will see some classic photos!

August 28th, 2014

Photo by Stephanie Lape Crowe

Water Temperature: 

is 73 Degrees

Water Level:

The water rose about 6" last week due to the rain, but it is now down about a foot and they are letting quite a bit of water out, so it should realty be at a perfect level next week for the Sand Island Bash!

At the moment, it depends on where you are as to the challenges you may be facing.

The NE end of the lake does not have a lot of beach. But from Sin Claire Point down through Northville is a pretty much perfect mix, You can boat without worrying about hitting too much and there is some pretty nice beach.

Sand Island: The sand point on the Broadalbin side is sticking out, and there is beach all the way around, Again by next week, just in time for the Sand Island bash it should be perfect.

The Trap Islands: Are just starting to come out by Scout Island. It is about knee deep there, so if you want to sit in the water in a lawn chair, you can probably do it and keep your head above water.

Scout Island: has some beautiful sandy spots on the SW side.

The Northampton Sand Bar: is out about half way. There are some deeper spots if you approach by the Northampton Side with a drop off if you have a bigger boat.

Mosquito Bay/Stump Ally: Pontoons ONLY - unless you KNOW exactly what you are doing. ( and even then - be careful!)

Fishing:

Has picked up quite a bit!

Walleye: Great!
Perch: Average
Bass: Average
Northerns: 25" or less in about a foot to 2 feet of water

Tip of the Week:

Mind Your Wake!!!

Have a great week and a Happy Labor Day -  and enjoy the Ring of Fire! There will be Fireworks this Sunday at Sport Island Pub at Dusk! Be safe and we will see you out on the water.

August 16th, 2014

The Lake is down about a foot from our last report, about 6: from last week which is right on track for this time of year. You may need to adjust your docks a bit from the last report.

there is a good amount of sand at sand Island.

The sand bar at Northampton is a good way out now.
Mosquito Bay and Stump Ally have sand in all your favorite spots. Use caution when navigating this area. UNLESS you know it well, large boats should avoid this area now.

It should be a great weekend for Captain Dan's Boat Jam.

The Trap islands by scout  - you can pull in and be in ankle deep water. The SW side of Scout Island has beautiful sand (Just remember you need a permit to use this beach)

Pay attention to the buoys.

Water Temperature 

is 73 Degrees

Fishing:

Is good - they are biting again!
Trout are descent
Walleye are average
Perch are average
Bass have slowed down a bit with the cooler temps

Tip of the Week:

Pull out your canvas and make sure the windows are clear - you may need them this weekend!

August 1st, 2014

Water Level:

Is only down about a foot from our last report.

So your docks should still be O.K. 

There is a bit more beach on Sand island.

The sandbar at Northampton is just starting to come up.

There is about 8' of water in stump ally, so it is still negotiable.

The Brush is up at the trap Islands.

There is a lot more sandy areas at Mosquito Bay.

Water Temperature:

is 73-74 degrees at the surface in Mayfield. (A little warmer by the Dam)

Fishing:

has slowed down a bit

Walleye - people are catching a bunch but 13" - 14" ( just under legal size)

*** The Fishing Federation has raised enough $ through events like their fishing contest and the Walleye challenge to release over 10,000 10" Walleye this October!!

Bass - are holding steady with a bunch of 17"-19" Smallies coming in
Northerns - Are the same 27" - 30" fish coming in in shallow water and weed beds.

Carp - are biting like crazy!

Don't forget the Dam Tie Up
August 9th from 12-5

Tip of the Week:

Its time for the Mid summer cooler clean up! That stuff growing in there is NOT for a science project!