I've used clams/mussels, found along the shore of Lake Murray. The fish will take them, and the shellcrackers thrive on them.
Sticklebacks I've never seen, so no, haven't used them. Back in the day (70's), stickleback were sort of the "poster fish" for environmental disasters and pollution horrors. Today, I don't know what their status is.
David, if you get into a big mess of Quahogs, try using them to make my Clam Chowder recipe. You'll have to wash, steam, and shuck the clams by hand. You'll want to filter the resulting clam juice as well, and use it in the chowder.
Several over six feet in the vicinity of the Coast Guard base and Taylor's beach....especially on years with a drought when a lot of salt water invades much further up the river..........
The only thing that can stop a Bull Shark from moving upstream in freshwater is a dam, and/or lots of really shallow water. I know there was a confirmed Bull Shark in Memphis, and a reported sighting in St. Louis. I've heard something about a DNR shock boat doing surverys that shocked one up somewhere in Wisconsin?
Honestly, there's nothing to stop one from swimming upstream to one of my favorite wade-fishing holes except low water. And, with the periodic water releases from the dam, and the usual Spring flood, you can't rule it out. Will that stop me from fishing here? No!
Well, I watched it. Most of it anyway......turned the tv off with 10 minutes left to go. I find myself having mixed feelings. I enjoy watching JW do his thing, and appreciate any and all coverage given to freshwater species, but last night's episode just reinforced what I'm sure we all know. There's a finite number of "river monsters" in the world, and after five seasons...we've pretty much seen them.
For me, a little less back story and more line wetting would've helped things along. Maybe it was just the case of needing more material for a 2 hour premier episode....I hope that was the situation. And perhaps the one hour regular episodes will feature more fishing, less re-enactment.
I truly enjoy watching River Monsters. But I also believe that there's something to be said for recognizing that the horse you're riding has carried you as far as it can and now it's time to either change mounts, or proclaim that you've arrived at your destination.
Riding around in circles just so you can remain on the horse is not my thing. I hope it's not JW's either.
I did find it a bit tedious, myself. But I get the point - a 2 hour opener.
Some of the cinematography was good; I always like candid views of people. Apparently, the show is widely popular. I did appreciate the muted environmental message, at least.
All in all, a decent episode. I was pulling for the bull shark as prime suspect. My wife, for her part, watched the whole thing and was actually engaged. She especially liked the "live," interactive post show and the blooper out takes.
So, I think they achieved their aim of entertaining popTV. I'm hoping he will do more on the Amazon, in fact, and it's many species. I'd like a whole show of just catfish, or piranha.
What did he say... Over 3000 species?!
Unfortunate, but Jeremy tied his own hands with the title, "River Monsters."
Now, we need a show detailing the many Amazon species that aren't monsters. Wouldn't that be a shame?
I'd be glad to retire and host such a program. And I can think of a lot of guest anglers and fellow enthusiasts to invite for the filming. ;-)
What about a show that chronicled an angler's attempt to catch trophy sized freshwater fish...not necessarily monsters, but a lot bigger than average? Most fishing shows devote a segment, or a few minutes, to a species. I would like to see some expanded coverage on a single species.....a show devoted to largemouth, or crappie, or yellow perch, or dare I say.....bluegills. BIG bluegills.
An hour each week spent traversing North America searching for trophy freshwater fish...I would watch that.
I have notice that catfish are more deadly then most species of fish it always seams that's what the problem is but I still enjoy watching and seeming what is gonna happen
I love the idea of "the pursuit of trophy freshwater fish"........I'd love to follow that, no matter the species but certainly would love to see the panfish get some love....
Seems everyone knows that a shark gets huge whether it be from the movie "jaws" or perhaps shark week on discovery........It's amazing to me how often people tell me that bluegill don't get that big...only 4 to 5 inches right.......just goes to show you that catching big gills takes opportunity, skill and luck and very few people ever get to experience it.........
Joe, it sure seems that way.
There are over three thousand known species, most voracious predators. They are also intelligent (for fish) and nearly fearless.
It's no wonder they are so widespread and successful.
On one show he did, it only took twenty pounds of static weight to prevent Jeremy from swimming and pulling him under. A large cat, also intent on chomping your leg, could give you a bad day.
That steel braided line has helped him out a lot for sure but I do remember one episode that he jumped into the water I was hooked instantly loved the show ever since
Is anyone else tired of Jeremy trying to "solve" water deaths from years ago? It looks like tonight's episode is more of the same. I've always loved this show but i think I'll be watching Cosmos at 9 o'clock and DVRing R.M.
I watched last night's episode, and it held my attention all the way through even though there wasn't a lot of fishing involved.
BUT....the absolute number one thing that stuck with me, was the comment Jeremy made concerning those two huge catfish he caught, on his first two casts', hundreds of miles off the beaten path in an area where the fishing pressure was minimal. I can't quote him directly, but the gist was that unpressured fish can be larger, and much easier to catch than those fish from an area that sees more anglers.
This is the same thing that I've said here at BBG many times, but it's nice to hear it from a fishing professional also.
"You may not catch exceptional bluegills in an average body of water, but an exceptional body of water can make an average angler's job much easier".......
David, aka, "McScruff"
Stickleback = small, chub-like fish...
Nov 28, 2013
John Sheehan
David ever use Quahogs or Sticklebacks for bait?
Nov 29, 2013
David, aka, "McScruff"
Sticklebacks I've never seen, so no, haven't used them. Back in the day (70's), stickleback were sort of the "poster fish" for environmental disasters and pollution horrors. Today, I don't know what their status is.
Nov 29, 2013
David, aka, "McScruff"
Nov 29, 2013
John Sheehan
Thanks for the reply David!
Nov 29, 2013
David, aka, "McScruff"
There are few things I like more than running my mouth....
Nov 29, 2013
John Sheehan
lol you're a pleasure to listen to
Nov 29, 2013
Allen Morgan
David, if you get into a big mess of Quahogs, try using them to make my Clam Chowder recipe. You'll have to wash, steam, and shuck the clams by hand. You'll want to filter the resulting clam juice as well, and use it in the chowder.
Nov 29, 2013
Joe
i like how he found a new species of catfish after making a long journey throw rivers and jungles it was one of his last episodes
Jan 10, 2014
Jeffrey D. Abney
Now you can catch one of those big bull sharks in the Pasquotank River and you'll have a place to share the pictures Joe.......LOL
Jan 11, 2014
Joe
lol if there's one in there i will not go swimming in the river again that's for sure
Jan 11, 2014
Jeffrey D. Abney
Several over six feet in the vicinity of the Coast Guard base and Taylor's beach....especially on years with a drought when a lot of salt water invades much further up the river..........
Jan 11, 2014
John Sheehan
http://www.grindtv.com/outdoor/outposts/post/a-first-fish-documente...
Jan 11, 2014
Allen Morgan
The only thing that can stop a Bull Shark from moving upstream in freshwater is a dam, and/or lots of really shallow water. I know there was a confirmed Bull Shark in Memphis, and a reported sighting in St. Louis. I've heard something about a DNR shock boat doing surverys that shocked one up somewhere in Wisconsin?
Honestly, there's nothing to stop one from swimming upstream to one of my favorite wade-fishing holes except low water. And, with the periodic water releases from the dam, and the usual Spring flood, you can't rule it out. Will that stop me from fishing here? No!
Jan 11, 2014
John Sheehan
Inspiration for the movie Jaws. Matawan Creek in NJ : http://www.elasmo-research.org/education/topics/saf_nj_maneater.htm
Jan 11, 2014
John Sheehan
You guys see that Tiger fish grabbing a flying bird video I posted below .Pretty amazing!
Jan 12, 2014
Angelo C Mastrando Jr.
I hope they make another season!
Feb 5, 2014
Joe
I just seen a commercial on a&e that river monsters is coming back with a 2 hour premier anyone seen that?
Mar 30, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Mar 30, 2014
John Sheehan
So is the Black Piranha ,the Face Ripper ?
Mar 31, 2014
Joe
New season starts tonight can not wait
Apr 6, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Apr 6, 2014
John Sheehan
Looking forward to it!
Apr 6, 2014
Joe
Starts at 9 on the east coast time zone
Apr 6, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Apr 6, 2014
Tony Livingston
Well, I watched it. Most of it anyway......turned the tv off with 10 minutes left to go. I find myself having mixed feelings. I enjoy watching JW do his thing, and appreciate any and all coverage given to freshwater species, but last night's episode just reinforced what I'm sure we all know. There's a finite number of "river monsters" in the world, and after five seasons...we've pretty much seen them.
For me, a little less back story and more line wetting would've helped things along. Maybe it was just the case of needing more material for a 2 hour premier episode....I hope that was the situation. And perhaps the one hour regular episodes will feature more fishing, less re-enactment.
I truly enjoy watching River Monsters. But I also believe that there's something to be said for recognizing that the horse you're riding has carried you as far as it can and now it's time to either change mounts, or proclaim that you've arrived at your destination.
Riding around in circles just so you can remain on the horse is not my thing. I hope it's not JW's either.
Apr 7, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
I did find it a bit tedious, myself. But I get the point - a 2 hour opener.
Some of the cinematography was good; I always like candid views of people. Apparently, the show is widely popular. I did appreciate the muted environmental message, at least.
All in all, a decent episode. I was pulling for the bull shark as prime suspect. My wife, for her part, watched the whole thing and was actually engaged. She especially liked the "live," interactive post show and the blooper out takes.
So, I think they achieved their aim of entertaining popTV. I'm hoping he will do more on the Amazon, in fact, and it's many species. I'd like a whole show of just catfish, or piranha.
Apr 7, 2014
John Sheehan
Have to admit I fell asleep after an hour. It didn't hold my interest .
Apr 7, 2014
John Sheehan
I too love the Amazon River and it's fish species attention David!
Apr 7, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Unfortunate, but Jeremy tied his own hands with the title, "River Monsters."
Now, we need a show detailing the many Amazon species that aren't monsters. Wouldn't that be a shame?
I'd be glad to retire and host such a program. And I can think of a lot of guest anglers and fellow enthusiasts to invite for the filming. ;-)
Apr 7, 2014
Tony Livingston
What about a show that chronicled an angler's attempt to catch trophy sized freshwater fish...not necessarily monsters, but a lot bigger than average? Most fishing shows devote a segment, or a few minutes, to a species. I would like to see some expanded coverage on a single species.....a show devoted to largemouth, or crappie, or yellow perch, or dare I say.....bluegills. BIG bluegills.
An hour each week spent traversing North America searching for trophy freshwater fish...I would watch that.
Apr 7, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
I'd host that one in a minute.
Apr 7, 2014
Joe
I have notice that catfish are more deadly then most species of fish it always seams that's what the problem is but I still enjoy watching and seeming what is gonna happen
Apr 7, 2014
Jeffrey D. Abney
I love the idea of "the pursuit of trophy freshwater fish"........I'd love to follow that, no matter the species but certainly would love to see the panfish get some love....
Apr 7, 2014
Jeffrey D. Abney
Seems everyone knows that a shark gets huge whether it be from the movie "jaws" or perhaps shark week on discovery........It's amazing to me how often people tell me that bluegill don't get that big...only 4 to 5 inches right.......just goes to show you that catching big gills takes opportunity, skill and luck and very few people ever get to experience it.........
Apr 7, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
There are over three thousand known species, most voracious predators. They are also intelligent (for fish) and nearly fearless.
It's no wonder they are so widespread and successful.
On one show he did, it only took twenty pounds of static weight to prevent Jeremy from swimming and pulling him under. A large cat, also intent on chomping your leg, could give you a bad day.
Apr 7, 2014
Joe
That steel braided line has helped him out a lot for sure but I do remember one episode that he jumped into the water I was hooked instantly loved the show ever since
Apr 7, 2014
Joe
new episode to night at 9 pm eastern time
Apr 13, 2014
NJAngler
Is anyone else tired of Jeremy trying to "solve" water deaths from years ago? It looks like tonight's episode is more of the same. I've always loved this show but i think I'll be watching Cosmos at 9 o'clock and DVRing R.M.
Apr 13, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
I'll DVR Mr. Wade Forster viewing.
Apr 13, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
I'll DVR Mr. Wade for later viewing.
Apr 13, 2014
Tony Livingston
I watched last night's episode, and it held my attention all the way through even though there wasn't a lot of fishing involved.
BUT....the absolute number one thing that stuck with me, was the comment Jeremy made concerning those two huge catfish he caught, on his first two casts', hundreds of miles off the beaten path in an area where the fishing pressure was minimal. I can't quote him directly, but the gist was that unpressured fish can be larger, and much easier to catch than those fish from an area that sees more anglers.
This is the same thing that I've said here at BBG many times, but it's nice to hear it from a fishing professional also.
"You may not catch exceptional bluegills in an average body of water, but an exceptional body of water can make an average angler's job much easier".......
Apr 14, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Apr 14, 2014
Jason Preslar
Had my hopes up all day this past Sunday....only to get home and see that the recorded River Monsters was a rerun! What gives?
Apr 29, 2014
John Sheehan
Jeremy caught a 250 pound Arapaima in Guyana! Woah !,and on a flyrod
Jun 12, 2014
David, aka, "McScruff"
Jun 12, 2014
Leo Nguyen
Say what?! Fly rod? Okay..I got to download that episode. Thanks for the heads up. Been so busy and haven't been watching TV shows.
Jun 12, 2014
John Sheehan
Here ya go guys: http://www.animalplanet.com/tv-shows/river-monsters/videos/best-mom...
Jun 12, 2014
John Sheehan
That 250 lb . Arapaima is amazing !!
Jun 12, 2014
John Sheehan
A flyrod from a canoe .This is an amazing feat .Congratulations Jeremy ! Very exciting!
Jun 12, 2014