Lake Moultrie fishing
reports, SC hunting reports, Cooper River fishing reports, Lake
Moultrie fishing guides, Santee Cooper catfish guides,
Arkansas Blue Catfish, Santee Cooper striper guides, world record
record shellcracker, hunting lodges, fish camps, marinas, bait
and tackle
stores around Cooper River, Lake Moultrie, Moncks Corner, Santee
River, Upper Cooper River.
Capt. John
Sellers at Black's
Camp showing another huge
catch of Santee Cooper cats.
(26 fish... Totaling 336 lbs.) |
Lake
Moultrie
Cooper River |
A great
looking turkey mount ready for pickup at Oaklawn Farm Taxidermy. |
Fish'n
& Hunt'n Reports
May 08
Do you want to hunt
a hog or turkey? Call Tony (843-729-0179) at Lowcountry Outfitters
Hunting Service today. OAKLAWN FARM ARCHERY (843-729-0179)
and TONY THORNLEY are located on 713 Broughton Road (on the road
to Lake Moultrie Dam) in Moncks Corner, SC. Tony has an archery
shop and carries several brands of bows including Browning, PSE,
Reflex, Martin, Alpine, Darton, and what he doesn’t carry
he can order. Tony is an authorized dealer for Diamond by BowTech
Bows and he now has the NEW DIAMOND 2008 BOWS in STOCK. He carries
plenty of accessories, does set-up and repair of bows, arrow fletching/repair,
and gives archery lessons. Tony said he has the best prices in
the area! NOW is the time to get your bow tuned and new gear bought
for the 3-D season.
Tony and LOWCOUNTRY
OUTFITTERS Hunting Services are specializing for providing
a hunting opportunity for YOUTH, WOMEN, and the HANDICAPPED. Give
Tony a call at 843-899-7074 or e-mail him at oaklawnfarm@homexpressway.net
for Taxidermy, Archery, and Lowcountry Outfitters Hunting Services
information and direction. Fishing has been good on catfish on
Lake Moultrie and the Cooper River. A few shellcracker are being
caught in the Diversion Canal on worms. Bass will be in the shallows
during the full moon for the next couple of months.
Kevin and Alan of BLACK’S
CAMP (843-753-2231) said the fishing has been real good
with the rising water. They have been seeing some very good trips
for the catfish. The crappies can be caught over brush piles on
jigs and minnows. The bream are still biting on the fish attractors
and deeper brush piles on worms and crickets. Bass fishing has
been great in the shallow water around some type of cover. Kevin
invites you to come out to their fine restaurant for some good
eating, enjoy the great fishing, and their great hospitality.
You can call Kevin Davis or visit their website at www.blackscamp.com
for fishing guide services available. Kevin says to improve the
fish habit put out some brush piles and use myrtle bushes as they
last the longest. Also, They would like to remind everyone to
practice catch and release, so we will have plenty of bass, crappie,
bream, stripers, and catfish to catch in the future.
Captain John Sellers of BIG JOHN GUIDE
SERVICE (1-888-868-7553) tells us this is the time the
big blue catfish move up into shallow water and are being caught
on cut bait. Later on in the spring they will move out in the
creek channels and are caught drifting cut bait. Big John specializes
in giant catfish on the lakes. Now is the best time to book your
trips for the spring and summer fishing season. Big John has over
40+ years of experience fishing the lakes. He has a 30 ft. pontoon
boat that can handle up to 6 people and even has a rest room on
board. If you would like to get in on some of this good fishing,
give Big John Guide Service a call.
Capt. Joe Carnley (www.cheaphookercatfishguide.com or 843-753-3050)
“THE
CHEAP HOOKER CATFISH GUIDE” says: The big fish have
been in the shallows and when we could stay in the shallows with
them we had some fine trips. The problem is that the wind has
blown so hard and so often this past month that it's been difficult
to impossible to anchor in the shallow water. When that happens
we have been forced to drift the deeper water. That can be and
has been a successful tactic (as you can see in the photo's in
this issue) but not the preferred method for the spawn season.
Both of the pictures were taken on days when we were forced to
fish deep water all day. What is it with the groups coming out
of Hinesville, Ga? This is the second party from there to win
a free trip in less than a year. It can't be something in their
water, I thought Georgia was nearly out of water! Fortunately,
the fish are starting to become more active in the deeper waters
and the wind isn't as big of a factor. We're starting to catch
more good fish even on the windy days. We're now into the time
of year when I like to go to the Dead Forrest of the upper lake
(Lake Marion) and pursue those big monster Flatheads. Last year
we lost several monsters so this year I've up graded my equipment
to a stiffer rod and some heavier duty reels. I really think we
have a chance to break the South Carolina, State, Flathead Catfish
record of 79 lbs. 4 Oz's. I know it's out there we just have to
hook 'em and get it in the boat. My weekend dates are booking
way ahead so if you're looking for a weekend this summer you should
call as soon as you can. By the way, it's time for those big cats
to start swimming in the Diversion Canal so if you want to bring
your boat and try to catch a trophy on your own, NOW IS THE TIME!
Hope to see you on the lake. My boat has a hardtop with a clear
curtain enclosure to protect you from the elements. I also have
a port-a-potty enclosed in it's own private area which comes as
quite a relief for the ladies. Ask about the MILITARY or FAMILY
DISCOUNTS! Check it out at www.CheapHookerCatfishGuide.com.
SANTEE COOPER LAKES INFORMATION (1-800-92-LAKES) for Marion
and Moultrie lake levels and information is 1-800-925-2537. This
gives you an updated report on the flows into the watershed, Lake
Levels, output flows, and hours for electric plant generations.
Check out their web site at www.santeecooper.com for more information
on Santee Cooper.
JOHNSTON LANDING is a beautiful RV lake resort and campground
on the shores of Lake Moultrie in Cross, SC. They feature 62 full
hookup campsites and have daily, weekly and annual rates available.
They have 3 boat ramps, boat slips and rental units available
along with a lighted fishing pier. Catfish are the best thing
going now using cut bait, minnows, or worms in 3 to 15 feet of
water. Shellcracker are biting worms and crickets and a few bream
are being caught. Crappies are being caught in the hatchery on
minnow around the downed trees. Owner Rudy Johnston is a USCG
Licensed fishing guide and is available for your fishing trips.
For more information, give them a call (843-753-2818) or check
their web site at www.santeecoopercampgrounds.com for more information
or reservations.
Just in time for your spring cookouts! OUTDOOR CULINARY SUPPLY
features the finest quality outdoor cookers, steamers and barbecue
grills. Featuring the Lowcountry cookers and Table Top cookers
that can steam, boil and deep fry for any size occasion. Designed
for professional caterers or serious backyard cooks – these
products stand out for their high quality assembly and durable
design. Also – take a look at the Supreme Barbecue Cooker
– the ultimate grill for backyards or big BBQ competitions!
All products are made of non-corrosive aluminum specifically for
easy clean up and durability. Whether you're boiling peanuts for
the family or cooking a whole hog, OUTDOOR CULINARY SUPPLY has
the perfect products for you! Visit their website at www.outdoorculinary.com
for products and pricing or call them directly at 843-899-5219.
From ATKINS LANDING (843-761-8428) we hear catfish are
being taken in shallow water using cut bait and in deep water
in front of the dam. The largemouth bass fishing has been good
in Hog Swamp out of Atkins Landing, using soft plastics and spinnerbaits.
Good catches of shellcrackers and bream are being caught on worms
and crickets in the shallows. Stop in anytime, they have a full
service tackle shop and bait for whatever kind of fishing you
do. They have fishing guide service available.
HIDDEN COVE MARINA & RESTAURANT and TOBIE’S “TAIL
WIND TAVERN” is located by water off of the Tail Race
Canal in Moncks Corner and behind Anglers on Hwy 52. Hidden Cove
offers a full service marina. They have Boat slips available on
a Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Annual leases. They carry beer, ice, snacks
and marine supplies. They have the only GAS on the Cooper River
between the dam on Lake Moultrie and Charleston and a boat launch
and dock. They have two big TV’s with plenty of sport viewing
on tap. Tail Wind Tavern is a full service bar and grill with
some excellent food being served. Bass are biting real well on
the Cooper River using crankbaits, senko’s, and spinnerbaits.
Catfish are really biting in the current or in the mouths of the
rice fields. The Bass and bream will be going on the beds during
the full moon in May. For more information call 843-899-3001.
BOAT RAMP IS OPERATIONAL!!!! At ANGEL’S LANDING CAMPGROUND
& MARINA (843-351-4274) Al Jones said they are changing
their lunch menus to feature soups, chili’s, or you can order
from the menu. The marina facility features deepwater boat slips
that can accommodate large size boats even pontoon boats and the
deepwater boat ramp is a fine launching facility. Bass can be
caught shallow on spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, senko’s, and lizards
around the islands. The crappie fishing has also been picking
up well with nice decent size crappie taken from the brush piles.
Try the fish attractors for some shell crackers. Fishing in the
spring usually is more productive as the water has warmed a couple
of degrees. Catfish are starting to move into shallower water
and can be caught on worms and minnows.
Harley Johnson and LAKESIDE MARINE & ATV (843-825-2780)
located at 1425 Hwy. 52 Main Street, Bonneau,SC stated- that they
now have ATV’s for sale and do servicing on then also. They
carry parts for ATV’s, boats, and outboard motors, plus Marine
parts and Boating supplies. He provides outboard motor repairs
and service. Stop by and get your ATV and outboard ready for the
spring /summer season. Fishing has improved greatly with the higher
water. Catfish are really biting and Crappies are starting to
be caught in the lakes on minnows and small grubs.
At SHORT STAY (1-800-447-2178) Navy Recreation Area on
Lake Moultrie we hear the catfish is great now that the water
has warmed some. Bass fishing has improved with the rising waters.
We should see good crappie fishing this month as the water starts
to warm a bit. They have an expanded fishing tackle department
with G Loomis Rods, Lucky Craft lures, Senko’s, Tungsten
weights, Rico’s, Gambler’s worms, Zoom, Mega Bass, Jo
Baby spinner baits, Penetrator weights, Gamma fishing line, a
bunch of the new creature baits, the new swim baits, and many
other name brands. They carry all kinds of live bait, plus other
baits for fishing. They are a local dealer for KeelShield. Short
Stay has 44 two and three bedroom lake- side villas with modern
appliances, RV and tent campsites, a full marina facility, fishing
piers, swimming beach and much more. Short Stay is available to
Active Duty Military, retirees, DOD and authorized guests.
ANGLER’S SPORTING GOODS (843-761-1171) located in
Moncks Corner on Hwy 52 carries lots of live bait, Fish’n
supplies, Hunt’n supplies, Clothing, footwear, ARCHERY, rifles,
shotguns and supplies, plus licenses. They reported the fishing
has been really good for catfish on the lakes and river. Live
bait or cut bait seems to work the best right now. Bass are hitting
crankbaits and plastic worms fished in the rice fields on the
Cooper River and on the lakes. Bream are biting worms and crickets
on both the lakes and the river. May is a great month to fish
as it seem everything is hungry. Stop on by and get an updated
fishing report. Turkey season runs through 1 may statewide. Check
your regulations for the current rules.
OAKLAWN FARM TAXIDERMY (843-509-0640) and RENEE THORNLEY is
the Low country’s only Nationally Certified Taxidermist,
located on 713 Broughton Road (on the road to Lake Moultrie Dam)
in Moncks Corner, SC. Renee is an Award winning Taxidermist and
an avid hunter and fisherperson. She does all types of birds,
fish, and game animals and knows what they should look like when
mounted. Now is the time to get that big fish mounted or your
kid’s first turkey, duck, or buck. Give her a call at 843-899-7074
or e-mail her at oaklawnfarm@homexpressway.net for Taxidermy,
Archery, and Lowcountry Outfitters Hunting Services information
and direction. Fishing has been good on catfish on Lake Moultrie
and the Cooper River. A few shellcracker are being caught in the
Diversion Canal on worms. Bass will be in the shallows during
the full moon for the next couple of months.
Truck Accessory Super Center at JOHNNY’S TRUCK CENTER
(843-719-5000), says WE SPECIALIZE IN ACCESSORIES!! In Fact, we’ve
never seen a Truck look good without them and because there are
so many out there, we can get whatever you want at discounted
prices. We install hitches by Curt Manufacturing Inc. For the
hunters we have UWS dog boxes and UWS truck boxes. During April
try catfishing and crappie fishing on the Santee Cooper Lakes
or Cooper River during the day. Good baits for catfish are herring,
worms, fresh cut bait, or minnows. Crappies like minnows and small
mini jigs around brush piles in 6 to 20 feet of water. Bass will
start to move shallow on the full moon try plastic worms, senko’s
and spinnerbaits.
ATTENTION FISHERMAN AND HUNTERS! THORNLEYS OUTBOARDS INC.
(843-761-6564) is South Carolina’s exclusive Dealer for PRO-DRIVE
SHALLOW WATER OUTBOARDS. The Pro-Drive is constructed of durable,
lightweight, corrosion resistant aluminum. It’s compact,
easily stored and trailers as any small outboard. The Pro-Drive
is designed to provide the convenience of an outboard and the
versatility of a mud motor. Thornley’s also offers full service
repairs on most makes and models of boats and outboard motors.
Wendal (Winky) and Angela shop is located on the Hwy 52 Bypass
in Moncks Corner SC.
Owner Eugene Rice (843-567-3991) of ARROWHEAD MOTEL & CAMPGROUND
tells us the catfishing on the Santee River, where they are located,
has been just great and with the warmer weather and water, cats
are hungry! Catching Flatheads over 20 to 30 pounds. The bass
have started biting with the warmer water and weather. Bass will
be on the beds during the next couple month’s full moons.
Crappie fishing has started and will get better as the month progresses.
Bream and shellcracker are starting to bite on worms and crickets.
Arrowhead Motel & Campground is located right across from
the Arrowhead Boat Landing in St. Stephen at the Santee River
and Rediversion Canal junction. Eugene said they have seen some
nice catches of fish taken right from the boat landing. He invites
you to give him a call (843-567-3991) or email arrowheadmotel1@tds.net
for campground reservations.
Owner/Trainer WILLIAM REAVES says we use NEW STATE OF ART EQUIPMENT,
New TRAINING FACILITIES, and a 2008 Dog Training Truck at REDWOOD
RETRIEVER KENNELS (843-708-2734) located in St George SC.
He has 35+ years experience in retriever training. They do specialize
in Retrievers and Boykin Spaniels training. They have a 5000+
acre training facility where they do retriever training, field
trail training, Problem solving, obedience training and boarding
of dogs. They have opening available NOW. Give them a call at
843-708-2734 for more information and directions. William also
has a started Chesapeake Bay retriever for sale call for more
information.
Cooper River
May 08
P &P ENTERPRISES (843-761-4720) in Moncks Corner
SC is the place to go to get your boat and trailer spruced up
for the fishing season. Owner Phil Obie has a great selection
of boating supplies and accessories. He has parts for engines,
trailer parts, electronics of all types, hardware, and new and
used boats motors and trailers. He has everything from new 3 to
5 person paddle boats, jon boats, and canoes. Prices on jon boats
start at $500.00. They can also handle all of your boating and
outboard repairs. Phil is also a dealer for CARPORTS.
A. O. Freeman of FREEMAN’S SAFARI TAXIDERMY does excellent
work on all kinds of big and small game, fish, birds and waterfowl.
When you get that big deer this hunting season, that big trophy
fish, or your kid’s first duck, bring it over to Freeman’s
Safari Taxidermy for a quality mount. A. O. is one of the finest
taxidermists in the business and has been in business since 1965.
He is a member of the S C Association of Taxidermists and the
National Taxidermy Association. He has a large studio with many
examples of his fine work on display at his shop, give him a call
(843-873-0966) for all of your taxidermy needs and he can also
help you plan an African Safari trip. A. O. is now a MASTER MEASURER
for the Safari Club International group.
THE GUN DOCTOR (843-761-0788) and James “Bob”
Elam located at 1928 South Live Oak Drive (17-A) Moncks Corner,
can provide all of your gunsmithing and gun repair needs. They
have a large selection of new and used guns and will be glad to
order what they do not carry. They can customize or modify Firearms
for those who are small in stature or the Handicapped. They have
a great selection of scopes, ammo and accessories in stock. Turkey
season is over 1 May. Now is the time to get that perfect rifle
ready for the deer season. If you don’t have that deer gun
we would be more that happy to help you find it. They carry the
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent and refills. These are the greatest
things going since DEET for repelling Mosquitoes. It can make
a day in the field, sitting in the back yard, or relaxing on the
porch bug free. Stop by and checkout their line of Electronic
Predator calls.
Jimmy Shirar at FATHOM THAT MARINE (843-553-7151), located
on Hwy. 78 in Ladson is your factory authorized service center
for Tohatsu, Force and MerCruiser engines. They do excellent service
and repairs on all types of marine engines and stern drives. The
fishing season is here! Get that engine tuned now and beat the
crowd! They also have a good supply of boating accessories and
parts in stock. Jimmy says try some bass fishing in the Cooper
River this month. A few spottail are still being caught on the
Wando and Cooper Rivers. Crappie and bream are biting in Goose
Creek reservoir and in Bushy Park, try using minnows or small
jigs. Stop in and see Jimmy Shirar and the crew at Fathom That
Marine, they will be happy to take care of all of your marine
repair and boating needs.
At THE ARCHERY SHOP in Summerville we heard that a most
of the local hunters are out turkey hunting or shooting in archery
tournaments. They are a dealer for Mathews, PSE and Bow Tech.
Bud carries Tesoro metal detectors. The Archery Shop will tune
and perform maintenance on every bow they sell for no charge.
The Archery Shop will match or beat any price on any item that
is verified. The Archery Shop has an indoor twenty yard range.
There is a sixteen-foot tower outside and capabilities to shoot
distance out to 70 yards. The Archery Shop has your entire bow
hunting equipment and the best service available anywhere. Special
orders and custom arrow building are available. Please stop in
and see Bud at the Archery Shop and get custom treatment. The
Archery Shop is located on Hwy 78, two miles from Summerville.
Call 843-875-9613. The Archery Shop is open Monday thru Friday
10 to 7 and Saturday 10 to 4.
From SHEPPARD’S PROPELLER SERVICE & MARINE SERVICE
Michael stated that the warm days in April has him wanting to
take some time off and go fishing but he has been to busy servicing
outboards and repairing boats and props. He has heard of bass
being caught on the Cooper River and on the Santee Cooper lakes
in the shallows using spinnerbaits, worms and crankbaits. He offers
expert service on all major brands of outboards and stern drives
and does prop repair. He can weld or fix most types of metal problems
on boats and trailers.
Curtis at JOHNSON'S TAXIDERMY in Summerville stated that
some nice turkey have been taken in the April season. Curtis will
do any type of turkey mount ( flying or struting) for $495. Curtis
has been doing taxidermy work for thirteen years. He has a new
location at 809 N. Magnolia Street. He offers twenty four hour
drop off. Give him a call for directions to his new location.
PLANTATION MARINE in Walterboro and now in Moncks Corner
has a great selection of boats just right for the Low Country
waters! Stop by the Moncks Corner location & say hello to
Rick Davis & Billy & find out about the services they’re
offering and look over their stock of boats & outboards. Plantation
Marine has taken on a new line of boats by “NauticStar”!
They have expanded their property size & are stocking a very
large inventory for you to choose from. They’ve got 20’
to 25’ pontoons in stock...Stop by & check it out!!!
