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Does anyone know where to catch smelt in CT?
Thanks,
Rich

 

[Capt. Marc]

CTRich

Not sure in CT but if you have no luck, I heard these camps are real nice in Maine. Nice heated shacks with all the comforts of you living room.

You can usually fill buckets at these camps

http://www.cptdave.com/smelt-fishing.html

Capt. Marc

 

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I've been to the Maine camps several times. Never know when the fish will be biting, of course, but it sure can be a good time. Fish or no fish. Cheap night out too. Last year, if I remember right, the fee was $8.00 per person, That included the first round of bait. Shacks are rather rustic to say the least. Don't know if I would compare one with my living room, lol...I've got a list of phone #'s . There are several sites. Let me know if you need the #'s. Good Luck, roger...Also, I have been there without a bite & other times, filled a 6 gal bucket!!!



This message was edited by rogerpc on 12-15-01 @ 5:27 PM

 

[Frank 46]

Rich,
I have tried for smelt twice this month with no results.I tried in New London and Mystic,however I didn't put much time into it.I have been told that a fisherman was in Noank on one of the Spicer docks last winter with a respectful catch.
You can definitely increase your odds by fishing at night with a lantern and don't forget the chum.Both of my tries were daytime,I'm going to give it a try some night,I'll let you know how I make out.I have also been trying for tomcod with no luck.The stripers have been keeping me busy in the Thames River and haven't had the time to devote to the smelt.