I would head up with Kevin early Saturday morning and meet them on the ice. The distance between the weight and hook is very short to further ensure that the bait settles among the rocks. Lake Winnipesaukee offers some of the most incredible fresh water diving in the northeast. Usually ice fishing has me sounding holes looking for a specific depth, but cusk fishing is a little different. There are so many types and a multitude of places that have attracted anglers from all over. Here is the first part of my trip to Lake Winnipesaukee. In the Gulf of Maine, cusk are chiefly taken on hook and line.Line trawls account for most of the commercial catch off the New England coast, and most of them are caught during the winter and spring. Origin: Native . Adult Size: Sexual maturity is usually attained during the third or fourth year.Males often mature at a smaller size than females. Usually ice fishing has me sounding holes looking for a specific depth, but cusk fishing is a little different. If a lake trout set has been chummed throughout the day, crayfish may come in at dusk to feed and attract bigger fish to … Cusk in close on Lake Winnipesaukee are a uniquely northern treat worth taking advantage of, especially since the action is relatively shallow and during the daytime! While I am jigging, I will pause every hour or so and check my set lines. Sabattus and the Andro are still delivering the goods for pike with a few also coming out of Gulf Island Pond. Your email address will not be published. Low 34F. Most anglers troll for trout and salmon in deep water, or cast for smallmouth bass along the shoreline. Hurd Brook in Alton enters into Lake Winnipesaukee near Black Point Maintaining a Sustainable Landlocked Salmon Fishery A hook wounded landlocked salmon captured in Lake Winnipesaukee. Facts differ depending on what … Er ist der größte See in New Hampshire. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in the state at 72 square miles. Lake Winnipesaukee fishing is always a great idea. Bigger lakers are more of a possibility from the “Pumphouse” section of Sebago Lake. You must cut the line to release it. With a full scale thaw underway, safety has to be your number one priority! There is a total of eight towns surrounding Lake Winnipesaukee: Alton, Meredith, Wolfeboro, Gilford, Laconia, Tuftonboro, Center Harbor & Moultonborough. Indeed, Newfound is famous for producing the state record lake trout—a 28-pound, 8-ounce monster caught in 1958. Cynthia and I drove up to Meredith on Monday morning. Fishing for the cusk is not only a highly rewarding experience, but a salute to winter. 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Dedicated to Lake Winnipesaukee and the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Where to find the fish! They spend most of the year in the deeper parts of Lake Winnepesauke which has a maximum depth of 212 feet except during the spawning season when they move to more shallow waters between 15 and 40 feet. Posts: 707 Thanks: 50. Thread: Cusk Fishing. Anglers have been having luck at Long Island, 19 Mile Bay and Cow Island. According to IFW Fisheries Resource Supervisor Gregory Burr: Reminder: In March the ice can start to recede around the shore and rocks, and pressure ridges can start to open, so be aware of open-water areas that have just enlarged with the warmer weather. Thanked 248 Times in 113 Posts Cusk. The evening begins in the same way that every successful angling adventure must — by finding the right location. Jim from the The Tackle Shack in Meredith said that cusk continue to become more active, in fact these notoriously nocturnal cousins of the cod are even being caught during the day in water as shallow as 20’! Being the only known freshwater fish to spawn under the ice in the winter months, and the only freshwater member of the Cod family, this species is an important and unique part of the lake. MEET YOUR GUIDE:Alan J. Nute (AJ) has fished on Lake Winnipesaukee for over 50 years trolling for Salmon & Trout. Also, you can use six (6) cusk sticks for cusk fishing. Jim from the The Tackle Shack in Meredith said that cusk continue to become more active, in fact these notoriously nocturnal cousins of the cod are even being caught during the day in water as shallow as 20’! If you’re looking to reel in a good time, read the Naswa Resort staff’s guide on how to have a thrilling Lake Winnipesaukee fishing affair. 1 Day of Fishing: $15.00 3 Days of Fishing $28.00 7 Days of Fishing $35.00 Burbot (Cusk) caught by Kevin Leming fishing at the Winni Derby on Sunday January 31, 2010 at 00:00 in Lake Winnipesaukee located 7.49 km from Wolfeboro Falls in Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States using a minnow. Exceptions: Ice anglers are limited to 5 lines while ice fishing on NH-Maine border waters - except Great East Lake, which has a 2-line limit. Ice fishing is one of the most popular ways to catch one. Not all ice fishing begins and ends with Lake Winnipesaukee of course, with favorable reports of warm water species trickling in from Silver Lake while brown trout are the draw from Webster Lake. The thaw is causing nymphs, larva and other “emerges” to stir and the fish are gorging on that small prey making small jigs such as white Clam Epoxy Drops deadly! Ice fishing is one of the most popular ways to catch one. Regulations such as an 18 inch minimum, 2 fish per day limit, 2 line limit, and more catch-and-release fishing help keep the population of this popular fish thriving. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Limited to 5 participants. An average depth of 40 – 45 feet, rocky bottom, and healthy rainbow smelt population make Winnipesaukee the perfect lake trout lake. While playing it safe there is plenty to enjoy according to Tim, the white perch/laker bite is borderline insane! Posts: 53 Thanks: 8. In addition to the normal number of lines allowed (see line limits above), up to 6 cusk fishing lines may also be used. The first day we fished a spot on the north shore where I had some luck last year catching Lake Trout. Lake Winnipesaukee, oder nach älterer Schreibweise Lake Winnipiseogee, ist ein See im US-Bundesstaat New Hampshire. For Cusk fishing you are allowed 6 Cusk fishing devices. On other lakes & ponds the rule is six (6) traps (lines) per person when ice fishing. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. On Lake Winnipesaukee you are allowed only two (2) traps (lines) and this is also when fishing other "lake trout and salmon" lakes. Cusk: Many over 5 pounds Bass: caught two 6 pounders • Share stories of these Lake Winnipesaukee fishing monsters: “One weekend I was night fishing through the ice in one of my father's smelt shanties, which had a 2'x4' hole cut in the ice and bottom of the shanty. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in New Hampshire covering about 46,080 acres and is 180 feet at the deepest point. Exceptions: Ice anglers are limited to 5 lines while ice fishing on NH-Maine border waters - except Great East Lake, which has a 2-line limit. assessments, attending fishing derby events and fall netting surveys. Experience the lake with Nh licensed guides, and boats outfitted with all the best gear to find and catch the big ones! Contact Andy Schafermeyer at troutandsalmon1@gmail.com. You have reached the limit for free access to our important and valuable work. You have permission to edit this article. Winds light and variable. I employ two methods for this fishery in the same way that I do for lake trout. With 278 miles of shoreline (including islands), there are so many options for lakefront property seekers.Below are MLS listings for all currently available homes for sale on Lake Winnipesaukee as well as homes with lake access. AJs lake trout jigs tipped with a slice of fish are doing the trick. lake winnipesaukee, n.h. — VIDEO ABOVE: This bald eagle was spotted recently by a viewer while they were out fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee. Try for 99¢ a month for two months, cancel or pause anytime. The annual Great Meredith Rotary Fishing … Only 2 ice fishing devices (lines) per angler are allowed when fishing the designated lake trout and salmon lakes listed below (see exceptions under Cusk Fishing). In fact, the only variable that may change from lake trout fishing to cusk fishing is the time of day. I headed down to the lake on February 28 to set up my cusk lines. Common Name: Cusk. Official 2021 New Hampshire Fishing rules & regulations. Your email address will not be published. I hooked into a monster Cusk, which I finally worked to the surface of the hole. First, they are not equipped with a spool and, once hooked, a fish cannot take any line or swim away. Buy Your Official NH License Online from the NH fish and game department, or see this List of License Agents to pick up a license in person. Brian of Dag’s Bait & Sportgoods in Auburn said that perennially reliable Thompson Lake is the ticket to fast action for lake trout, even if the odds of getting a corker are better elsewhere! If you don’t own a boat, you can rent one, charter one or take a cruise on one of the many excursion boats on the “Big Lake”. Cusk may have more nicknames than any other fish in New Hampshire but they are impossible to misidentify. Surrounded by three mountain ranges, the wooded shoreline and crystal clear water of this spring-fed lake make it a popular summer resort and a place to rest and relax in beautiful surroundings and enjoy water sports of all sorts. I didn't get to do any ice-fishing for cusk last year (2012) because the area I usually go to wasn't frozen over completely near the shore. Already subscribe? AJs lake trout jigs tipped with a slice of fish are doing the trick. 244 islands are scattered around Lake Winnipesaukee with the following connecting … Lakes Winnipesaukee, Waukewan, Squam, Newfound, and Winnisquam all offer you the fishing adventures you crave. Senior Member . I planned to be on the road by 6:00AM. A fella behind the reel counter told me locals were currently nailing cusk from a bridge near Moultonborough Bay on Lake Winnipesaukee. 'Good' is clear which also means it will be hard. Welcome to the winnipesaukee.com Facebook page! For those planing on heading up to fish Lake Winnipesaukee for the derby this weekend, I ... all the attention on the Winnipesaukee region it might be a good time to slip into a less pressured water body such as Lake Sunapee where reports of lakers and cusk are also good! The stationary devices are not-so-creatively-named “cusk lines” and are different from tip-ups in several ways. When the right combination of weather conditions and angling success is found, it is a very exciting adventure. Winds light and variable.. A few clouds. Lake Winnipesaukee is a popular destination for many ice fishers with an annual ice fishing derby hosted by the Meredith Rotary Club. They were fishing at night using large shiners in open, deep water. In this approach, I am not looking for a depth as much as a specific substrate. I hooked into a monster Cusk, which I finally worked to the surface of the hole. Thank you for reading! Areas of patchy fog. They have no flag or indicator that a fish is on so I try to maintain a regular schedule to keep bait fresh and release small cusk unharmed. Freshwater cusk (burbot) may be taken through the ice with a cusk fishing device (see definition on Definitions) marked with the name and address of the user. I almost did a back flip into a handspring. On other lakes & ponds the rule is six (6) traps (lines) per person when ice fishing. Experience the lake with Nh licensed guides, and boats outfitted with all the best gear to find and catch the big ones! They were staying at David's over the weekend. The 21-mile long lake boasts a wide variety of fish, including rainbow trout, salmon, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and more. It has been seasonably cold for the past week, which has led to most parts of Lake Winnipesaukee being covered in ice. I set some stationary devices tipped with live bait, and then I will jig for them with a lure. Angler use on Downeast waters was very high with many fine catches of brook trout, salmon, brown trout, lake trout, and splake. By John A. Viar, Fisheries Biologist . Cusk are primarily fished on the North American North Atlantic coastal shelf near the American state of Maine and the Canadian Maritimes.. The specialized approach of these traps is designed to both catch cusk and avoid lake trout. Low 34F. Only 2 ice fishing devices (lines) per angler are allowed when fishing the designated lake trout and salmon lakes listed below (see exceptions under Cusk Fishing). Your subscription does not provide access to this content. Fishing On Lake Winnipesaukee. Typically, March can also be very productive for warmwater species such as bass and perch, as they tend to get more active as spring spawning approaches and they have a need to nourish egg production. That does not mean that one can just recklessly head out there by any means available but it is a step in the right direction. Cusk. Find an OTW-approved Charter Fishing Captain for New Hampshire. Not surprisingly, the lake’s superior water quality supports a wide variety of game fish, from yellow perch to trout. I try to feel what my jig looks like among the sandy bottom and hope to mimic any food source that may be found there. Tim Moore from TimMooreOutdoors told me that Lake Winnipesaukee ice is now fraught with pressure ridges and other hazards and conditions are changing daily! Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire covers 72 square miles with 365 islands and 240 miles of shoreline. Buddy up, bring safety gear – such as rope and ice picks – and stick to areas you can reach by foot. Scientific Name: Lota lota . lake trout through the ice has everything necessary to catch cusk. But I am reasonably certain it was on my twelfth birthday when I first met Lota lota, a fish my dad called a “ling” and others call “burbot,” “cusk” or “eelpout.” We were jigging for yellow perch on a shallow hump on the outskirts of St. Albans Bay when I pulled one through the ice. Launch your boat at one of the many launch sites on the Lake. To make those jigs even more deadly, Tim embellishes them with three spikes! In addition to the normal number of lines allowed (see line limits above), up to 6 cusk fishing lines may also be used. Fishing for bass, trout and salmon while on your boat on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire is an adventure filled excursion. License & permit information, season dates, size & creel limits and more. MUST HAVE A FISHING LICENSE. • Spectacle Pond in Osborn is great for catching white perch! Nights can bring you 10 plus pound cusk, deep pools can reward you with lake trout, or a school of white perch, and you can win $10,000 just for catching a big fish. Lake Winnipesaukee offers visitors four seasons of vacation fun! Lake Charters. There is something very calming about ice fishing at night. Unlike tip-ups, cusk lines may be left unattended for 24 hours and would mean certain death for any laker who got hooked. Senior Member . The picture below shows one kind of cusk line -- but a cusk line can be as simple as line wrapped on a stick, so long as the line is not free-running and all … Hook wounded salmon tend to be both shorter and lighter than non hook Visitors love ice fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee because it’s the best time to catch massive lake trout. Why? Rick caught a very nice salmon that he quickly released as salmon are protected this time of year. The bottom is littered with wrecks from rowboats all the way up to the Lady of the Lake, a 125' paddlewheeler that sank in 1895. Lake Winnipesaukee is filled with a variety of species that can be targeted through the ice during the cold NH winter. • Third Toddy Pond in Surry is a wonderful place to catch big smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and white perch. It is often incredibly quiet with only the sound of crunching snow underfoot. All is not lost if you’re not familiar with the ice however, just stick to the bays and away from The Broads. Largemouth Bass Variant Names: Black Bass, Green Trout, Bigmouth Bass, Lineside Bass Smallmouth Bass Variant Names: Brown Bass, Brownie, Bronze Bass Guadalupe Bass Variant Names: Black Bass, Guadalupe Spotted Bass Spotted Bass Variant Names: Kentucky Spotted Bass, Spotted Black Bass White bass Variant Names: Sand … Location: Norwell, MA. Watch as the eagle walks across the ice! Thompson Lake in Maine has a terrific tog bite while Sebago gets the nod for a potential trophy. Houses (2 days ago) Homes on Lake Winnipesaukee are some of the most sought-after real estate in the country. Want to get in on the bite? Tubes have been the trick there with “dead-sticking” even working! You should assume that any ice you’re venturing out on has the possibility of being unsafe but never more so than in March in the midst of a thaw, so take precautions! On a good night, I will have caught fish utilizing both methods. That said, here a number of lakes and ponds to try with warmwater fish species: New Hampshire Fishing Report. Join Date: Mar 2009. Legal Listing consultation workbook of Cusk. Tim from TimMooreOutdoors told me that Lake Winnipesaukee was officially declared “ice in” on Tuesday! I thought I had lost all this footage! Areas of patchy fog. Cusk life history, tackle and techniques, and many common regulation questions, such as the definition of "cusk fishing devices" and night fishing, will be addressed. Official 2021 New Hampshire Fishing rules & regulations. With long dorsal and anal fins and a streamlined body it looks very eel-like. We stopped at AJ’s Bait and Tackle to get large smelt for Lake Trout and large shiners for Cusk. Lake Winnipesaukee is located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire at the foothills of the White Mountains. Table of Contents Species information; References; Consultation Workbook; Your opinion; Information about you; Print Friendly Layout; Your opinion. Ice Fishing Lake Winnipesaukee - Ice Conditions, Tips . Fishing report of a 27.0 in. His passion and knowledge of fishing started at age 5 and has allowed him to own a successful fishing bait and tackle store for over 23 year For full access, please log in, register your subscription or subscribe. Kevin had been out of school and running a temperature so he ended up staying home. Don’t let that confuse you though; the cusk is the only freshwater species in the Cod family. After the set-lines are in place, I will begin a more direct approach and try to catch a few on a jigging rod. Always aware of the feeding habits of my target fish, I tip a jig with some sucker meat and bounce it slowly off the bottom. Education Details: Lake Winnipesaukee is filled with a variety of species that can be targeted through the ice during the cold NH winter.Nights can bring you 10 plus pound cusk, deep pools can reward you with lake trout, or a school of white perch, and you can win $10,000 just for catching a big fish. Some nights you can even catch up cusk weighing over 10 pounds! That weight must sit on the bottom of the lake. 48 talking about this. Pond in T 28 MD is also a terrific place to catch white perch. Freshwater cusk (burbot) may be taken through the ice with a cusk fishing device (see Definitions) marked with the name and address of the user. • Webb Pond in Eastbrook is an excellent water to catch big smallmouth and largemouth bass as well as white perch! However, those arriving for Derby weekend should be advised that this is a fairly recent development, said Meredith Fire Chief Ken Jones. License & permit information, season dates, size & creel limits and more. ON A cold winter night, a certain peace can be found by walking on a frozen body of water. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in the state at 72 square miles. If you enjoy fishing on the lake, you will find about 12 different species Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Small/Largemouth Bass, Pickerel, Yellow/White Perch, Cusk, Hornpout, Smelt, Bluegill, & Whitefish. Freshwater cusk (burbot) may be taken through the ice with a cusk fishing device or "cusk line." Whatever your choice of craft, Winnipesaukee has 72 square miles to explore. Fishing License Fees. We hope that you continue to enjoy our free content. Pleasant Pond is the pick for panfish, especially crappie! Ice fishing tip: My tip for the month of March is to jig often. Often, I will let everything lay still on the bottom in an approach known as “dead-sticking.”. If anything other than Cusk is caught on a Cusk device it must be immediatly released. Join Date: Apr 2004. Lastly if you catch a Salmon you are not allowed to even pull it out of the hole. Places to go: In March anglers can encounter some of the warmest and most comfortable conditions to fish in. Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire, US Fish Identification Chart. Eric Harrison with a slab white perch caught from Lake Winnipesaukee! White fish: 4 pounds Cusk: Many over 5 pounds Bass: caught two 6 pounders • Share stories of these Lake Winnipesaukee fishing monsters: “One weekend I was night fishing through the ice in one of my father's smelt shanties, which had a 2'x4' hole cut in the ice and bottom of the shanty. NH Ice Fishing Derby - Lake Winnipesaukee 2011 Rick and Steven stopped by my house on Friday to pick up fire wood. Great Meredith Rotary Fishing Derby, photo/Meredith Rotary Club The winners of the 2015 Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby, held on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH, on Feb. 7-8, have been posted.. Below are t he winners for the largest fish per day in each category. View Single Post 01-14-2011, 04:31 PM #2: Mink Islander. Cusk lines have a very heavy weight attached to ensure that the bait stays on the bottom. Thread: Cusk Fishing. If you have want to have a great experience fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee, I recommend taking a Lake Winnipesaukee Charter fishing trip.Cool Water Charters has everything you need for a great day on the Lake. Sign up for our FREE Fishing Reports Today! Provided that you’re fishing safely there is a lot to love about ice fishing when the gloves – and stocking hats – come off! Warm water species are becoming more active due to the affects of the mid-March sun with Webb Pond and Third Toddy Pond leading the charge! For the Cusk devices there must be a 1oz minimum weight no more than 6" from the hook. A few clouds. Some of the best catches of perch and bass come from jigging small tungsten jig heads tipped with a worm or fish. The group of cusk anglers I interviewed were fishing Lake Winnipesaukee, which is known for monster lake trout, slabs of white perch, and rainbow trout … Populations found in flowing systems rarely obtain lengths greater than 12 inches. Other Names: Burbot, Lawyer Fish (Great Lake states), Freshwater Cod . Lake Winnipesaukee. He knows how to catch fish — and the serenity to be found on the ice of a snow-frosted mountain lake A fishing guide knows more than just how to drill a hole and find a trout . I said thank you to the Bass Pro reel counter fella, with the biggest smile ever. Find an OTW-approved Charter Fishing Captain for Maine. New Hampshire And Southern Maine Fishing Forecast. If you have want to have a great experience fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee, I recommend taking a Lake Winnipesaukee Charter fishing trip.Cool Water Charters has everything you need for a great day on the Lake. I didn't get to do any ice-fishing for cusk last year (2012) because the area I usually go to wasn't frozen over completely near the shore. They caught several cusk and some perch but none big enough for the board. / 4.8 lb. Location: Gilmanton, NH. Commercial fishing, sport fishing, First Nation food and ceremonial fishing, industrial use and conservation needs are all considered when the government makes decisions about conservation … Ice anglers are limited to 5 lines while ice fishing on N.H.-Maine border waters, except Great East Lake, which has a 2-line limit. In New Hampshire, for instance, fishing regulations on a handful of lakes allow for the use of a special cusk line – a singlehook, line, and sinker that sits on the bottom of the lake unattended; typically a fisherman sets the line in the evening and checks it in the morning. Fishing for the cusk is not only a highly rewarding experience, but a salute to winter. Lake dwelling individuals can obtain much larger sizes (State Record-Lake Winnipesaukee 34.5 inches and 12.22 pounds) than those found in rivers and streams. There have been many events in the past 12 months that have been canceled or greatly reduced as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Ice anglers are limited to 5 lines while ice fishing on N.H.-Maine border waters, except Great East Lake, which has a 2-line limit. I decided it was time for a trip to New Hampshire’s big lake, Winnipesaukee. Cusk have very small scales, which adds to their smooth, snakelike feel. • Upper Lead Mtn. Their serpentine appearance is accentuated by the way they swim in water or curl up in your hand. Lake Winnipesaukee Real Estate - Waterfront Homes For Sale. Er ist ungefähr 41 km lang (von Norden nach Süden) und 16 km breit (von Osten nach Westen) und hat eine Fläche von 186 km² bei einer maximalen Tiefe von 55 m. Der See enthält ca. NH Ice Fishing Derby - Lake Winnipesaukee 2011 Rick and Steven stopped by my house on Friday to pick up fire wood. Thompson Lake in Maine has a terrific tog bite while Sebago gets the nod for a potential trophy. Adventures Afield appears in the New Hampshire Sunday News. Alan Nute: Sometimes called burbot or eelpout, these slender fish have a long, soft fin on the top and bottom of their bodies. Update on the ice fishing season: This year’s ice fishing season has been a huge success with ice depth and ice travel conditions being optimal for both snowmobiles and ATVs. This year we had a fairly typical NH winter with very cold weather in January and little snow which made for good ice formation. If the bait and heavy jig aren’t working, I will try a different lure — maybe something with a rattle or other noise-maker hoping to attract these creatures of the night with an intriguing sound. Dedicated to Lake Winnipesaukee and the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Where to find the fish! Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. Cusk are very fast swimmers and they ambush their meals by trapping them against structure found on the bottom. The author caught these cusk while fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee. In this approach, I am not looking for a depth as much as a specific substrate. The cusk or burbot (Lota lota) is a gorgeous fish. Despite the late hour, it is very easy to see and the moon may be strong enough to cast shadows. Being the only known freshwater fish to spawn under the ice in the winter months, and the only freshwater member of the Cod family, this species is an important and unique part of the lake. Using a variety of wheeled and tracked vehicles our Ice Fishing Team drive across the frozen lake in search of slimy finned creatures. He will discuss one of New Hampshire's and Lake Winnipesaukee's most unique and misunderstood species pursued by ice anglers, the cusk. Their broad, flat head is adorned with a single barbell at the base of their lower jaw, giving them the curious look of a bottom-dwelling scavenger. Cusk in close on Lake Winnipesaukee are a uniquely northern treat worth taking advantage of, especially since the action is relatively shallow and during the daytime! View Single Post 01-13-2011, 04:51 PM #1: ArborTech. During New Hampshire’s winter months, you’ll likely encounter Lake Winnipesaukee fish such as trout, pickerel, white/yellow perch, and black crappie.