Lake Michigan Fishing Report from Captain Andy Carraro of We’ll Sea Charters 8-23-2010

Strange things have been happening all season in Kenosha. Several unusual species have been caught while trolling for salmon. But perhaps the strangest happened last Saturday. My good friend Capt. Ed on the “Sea-Ya” was fishing in 240 feet of water when one of his deep down riggers went off. His customer quickly grasped the rod and began to fight a substantial fish. After a 10 minute battle, Capt. Ed netted the fish. A 10 pound plus CAT FISH !! In my 20 years of fishing the big lake, this is only the 2nd time I have heard of a cat fish being caught and the first time ever in deep water.

The fishing continues to improve off Kenosha. FIsh can be found near the “Pike” in the early morning and late afternoon. Mature salmon are staging of the “Hill” and hungry Rainbows are taking spoons trolled fast in 250 feet of water. Pictured is the Boody party with 4 chunky Rainbows caught with in an hour’s fishing.

Fishing should remain good for another 6-8 weeks. It is the best time of year to get your trophy.

Capt. Andy Carraro
We’LL Sea Charters
www.wellseacharters.com