planer boards

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

this is my first post to the board, but i have enjoyed reading up over the last few months on the fishing. i live away from Quinte now, but i am sure to head back hopefully for the opener. i have some off-topic Quinte items below for discussion:

i am fortunate to have been invited to head up to Plummer's Lodge on Great Bear lake in the NWT for those monster Lake Trout this summer. noticing the clearer water conditions on the bay and the success brought on by using planner boards - i am wondering if i should apply the same methods for landing those large trout up there?

my question (i have not gone back through the numerous past-posts - too many to look through), i would appreciate if someone could direct me to the following:
what are the recommended planner boards which i can attach directly to my line and i don't need a mast? obviously, i have a weight and size restriction for travelling with my luggage, so i have to be able to get it up there with me.
what are the websites where i can go to learn about how to use them properly?

many thanks and l am looking forward to the soft water!!!

dllm413 · **Posted:** Mon Feb 07, 2005 3:22 pm

My concern would be whether planer boards would be of use up there. I think of Lake trout as being a deep water fish and most of the lures you would use for lake trout would work better off of down riggers I would think. How deep are you fishing?

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

most fish are caught in less than 30' of water. there is no thermocline up there and the water temp rarely exceeds 52 F (even in the late summer). it is only ice free for 75 days on average.

the water clarity is amazing too, which leads me to think the the planer boards could be an effective approach. i asked the owners of the place if any of their guides had ever used them before and he had indicated no, but what a good idea.

roughrider · **Joined:** Tue Jun 17, 2003 9:18 pm **Posts:** 97

http://forums.quintefishing.com/phpBB2/ ... urch+board good luck, :wink:

roughrider

Don Stokes · **Posted:** Mon Feb 07, 2005 4:10 pm

You are a lucky to go on your trip. I am green with envy and wish you the best with it.
Regards
Don Stokes

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

Thanks Don,
i have been blessed with 3 trips in the past 4 years to Ungava Region of Nunavik for Char and big speckles. this one will be icing on the cake. there is a group from Belleville who go every odd year to Plummer's and they have a terrific time - which has led our group to go there this year.
i think i will even try those big Huskie Baits you guys are using with the wallies in the Q too.

Superdad · **Posted:** Mon Feb 07, 2005 8:01 pm

Don't think you'll need light tackle for the fish up there.

Strong heavy duty rods that will handle large jigs for the depths required and heavy leaders if you plan on pike fishing too.

Dragging those lake trout up requires backbone.

No practical experience. but a family member used to own a lodge on the Manitoba/NWT border and they got lakers well into the 40 lb range and Al Lindner got his largest pike at (I believe) 54"

They grow BIG up there.

Best of Luck - We're pulling for you

Wall-I-Guy · **Posted:** Mon Feb 07, 2005 9:05 pm

I agree that the riggers would be of better use but, while I don't think it would be necessary to use the boards, I couldn't see myself not trying it!

Getting the presentation away from the boat could increase the number of hookups you get, even with Lakers! Use lead core or drop weights to get down further.

Hey if you're getting them off riggers, or just flatlining and you're happy with the numbers, don't bother. On the other hand.......

I'm going on a trip in '07 for Sturgeon and Salmon, can't wait. It'll be a trip of a lifetime...literally!

Hey RR,, you coming :?:

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

The biggest problem with these trips is the cost to outfit yourself before you go up. i have already purchased a new heavy duty baitcaster and rod - $500 (shimano calcutta + rod), big T-90 flatfish(s) @ $7 a pop, camera, and the list goes on....

i will try to see if i can post some pics of fish that we caught up in Ungava last summer.

i appreciate the info on the planer boards as i am always willing to try something new out! if it works - Great!

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

here is a pic from Ungava last summer.
too bad they are not in the BOQ
http://www.myfishingpictures.com/img/048850.jpg[http://www.myfishingpictures.com/img/048850.jpg][/url]

Don Stokes · **Posted:** Tue Feb 08, 2005 12:01 am

The only times I have been into consistently big brook trout is two lakes in Banff and Fortress Lk in BC. The fall coloration of the males is really something, as shown in your pic of a nice specimen.

How big do they get in the Ungava anyways ? (correct me if I am wrong but I believe the George R. is up there).

Did you get into any Artic Char by chance.....that is the one fish I want to someday .....lol....."tackle".

Regards
Don Stokes

Wall-I-Guy · **Posted:** Tue Feb 08, 2005 2:25 am

Incidently Char Finder,

Welcome aboard :!:

I love that Brookie in the photo....I'm a brook-a-holic :!:

char finder · **Joined:** Wed Nov 10, 2004 11:36 am **Posts:** 14

Glad to be aboard!

they average 3-5 pounds, but you can catch them up to 7. it is the amount of fish that is impressive. during a 6 day stay, it is very common to catch >250 of the same looking fish. if you like to fly fish, using a large dry (bomber, Royal Coach, etc.) is a lot of fun for them.
almost all the tribs leading into Ungava Bay from the George River to the East of Kuujjuaq, up to the Leaf River to the West will have Brooks in those numbers and size range.
we did manage to get some Char but mainly using a cleo on spinning gear (6 lb test). they average 10 lbs in size, their colour is even more impressive. i did manage to loose a nice one (looked to be around 20+ lbs), silver in colour (fresh from the sea), near shore. the guide could not fit the net under the fish and then..., twang!
the George River has a very good run of Atlantic Salmon also nearing the end of August too. Lakers are also in abundance but average 10 lbs.

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