Wally's Pre-Mapping Study
By Wally Kulikowski
1 MAP STUDY
· Less than 1000 acres-less study required
· More than 1000 acres-more study required
Note: knowledge of launch facilities & lodging helps
eliminate unwanted surprises
2 SCOUTING A LAKE-WORK WITHIN A 700 ACRE RADIUS
· Structures in a closer proximity can be worked more
efficiently (short movements will be detected)
· Structure types fish use will be noted and patterns
will be established
· Being closer to launch facilities can be a plus
(emergencies, gas shortage, etc.)
3 SCOUTING TECHNIQUES-(without lures)
· Swing boat out 50-75 yds (approx.)
· Make passes parallel to shoreline at approx. 10-15 mph.
(reduce speed to comfort level)
· Observe shoreline features looking ahead for changes in
the terrain
· Glance at the depth finder to note increases or
decreases in depth
· When potential structures are located a general
analysis can be formulated by making a couple of passes off the
structure in most cases when related to small or medium size
structures
· Make a quick note of potential sructures by marking
down shoreline features for reference purposes (sightings)
· Review your notes and number according to
potential
COMMENTS & NOTES
You have now established possible fishing water from trolling
water. Your lures will give you the final interpretation in all
cases.