The Greatest Christmas Gift

                     With Christmas just a few days away, it is quite easy to get caught up in the routine of rushed shopping to find something you think your loved one may like. Too often do we ignore the fact that we get so enveloped with the holiday craze, we turn a blind eye to the thing that is most important. We have developed a skewed perception that the most important task is to please others with gifts and have forgotten to take a step back and look at the bigger picture. This Christmas, we want you to look differently at this special day. Look at Christmas as a beautiful time to spend with family, to laugh and tell fishing stories, and to love one another without hesitation. Take a moment and notice other people you pass by while shopping, wishing them a merry Christmas. To some, that may be just what they need to hear. Christmas is not about gifts and trying your best to please others, but it is about the quality time you spend with those you love. Take a child fishing, teach them the beauty of the sport, and tell ridiculous overly exaggerated fishing stories to your great relatives... they probably have a few to tell themselves. But most importantly, take note of the opportunity you have. The opportunity to change others lives. Whether it be a trip to the lake, or a random act of kindness, these are the moments that really make this the season of joy. In our eyes, the greatest gift does not come in a box or a stocking, but it comes with the heartfelt sincerity of caring for one another. The greatest gift is not a material thing, but the love and precious time you share with those around you.

From all of us at Dream Catcher's Fishing Supply, Merry Christmas.

DYNAMIC DUO! These baits are crushing them!

           

               As we've stated in the previous blogs, this cold weather is making it tougher and tougher to catch bass. Thankfully, we've found two baits that seem to be just what the fish are craving right now. These baits are none other than the bladebait and the drop shot rig. Back to the basics folks! From what we've been throwing, these two rigs have seemed to be pretty dang productive in multiple lakes in WNC. For those who don't know, the bladebait is almost like a simple lipless style crankbait. Compact in size, this bait features a weighted head with a literal blade as the body. The action is one that is simple yet effective. Yoyoing this bait off the bottom is great for this time of year as the shad are dying off. These baits are fairly cheap and are proving to be a lethal weapon for any fisherman now.

The dropshot rig is also becoming one of favorites recently. It's simplicity and elegance that it displays are driving these bass BONKERS in the cold water. This bait, along with the bladebait is a great search-bait, covering a ton of water in a quick amount of time. This increases the chances of catching more fish in a shorter span of fishing.

The water will be getting even colder yet, which means the bass will move on to other tactics. That just gives us as fishermen to improve our skills even further! We hope ya'll catch some hawgs this winter!


Come visit us! at Dream Catcher's Fishing Supply on 21 Steeple Rd! 28779 Sylva, NC

EFFECTIVE WINTER BAITS

             
 
                     I think it's safe to say it's officially that time of the year. The leaves are all gone, there is ice on our windshields almost every morning, and you can no longer leave the house without a jacket on hand. Winter, along with it's frigid weather and harsh elements brings some pretty tough fishing conditions as well. The average angler would probably be packing up their gear and putting the cover over the boat. But we all know... We're not the average anglers.

          This is the time of year that really tests a fisherman's skills and grit. Thankfully we have a couple baits that we think may be some help during this tough upcoming season!

1. Jigs
How could we leave out the go to bait for so many fisherman. When the fish are deep and lethargic, sometimes all you need is a slowly worked jig. This is a great bait to trigger some strikes from bass that are down deep looking for an easy meal. Usually paired with a craw trailer is a great option, giving the jig a crawfish like imitation.

2. Spoons
Sometimes simple is the way to go, especially when it's cold out. Spoons, depending on size, can be worked slowly giving off a bit of action still. Spoons are also sometimes pretty heavy, allowing you to target deeper fish

3/ Bladebaits.
Bladebaits are a cool hybrid bait that gives off a ton of action with not alot of effort. These can be yoyoed off the bottom or even trolled slowly. Regardless, these baits are super versatile and a deadly weapon during the winter months.

4. Ned Rigs
Last but defiantly not least is a highly overlooked bait. The ned rig is a simple 3 inch  stick bait threaded onto a ned rig hook. These simple baits give off a natural and simple presentation that seems to be just what those lethargic fish are looking for when the water cools off.


Those are just a few of the baits that we look forward to using during these upcoming months and hope they help you out as well!
Good luck and tight lines!


Come Visit Us At Dream Catcher's Fishing Supply on 21 Steeple Rd. Sylva, NC 28779!