Sniper baits can also be found at Anglers Marine, (If it's closer) As good the bolt is don't forget about the snub. (It's slightly thinner brother)  If you get a chance to obtain some of the baits that Ruman and Jerrel pour, don't pass up the opportunity, I had the chance to use some over on roosivelt and was very pleased. Brian (The Weedwalker)

Hey Rob,
  FYI, I was just tryin' to PLUG the Jarrell/Rumman Bait Co.  Don't have to be sooooooo literal!

thanks jerry for the info i sure will check it out when it opens.   

and rob i've been to st clair just havent been able to get any bites last time i was there i spotted a lot of fish on the depth finder  in 30-35' but no hits any ideas on where and what to use? last november my brother and i were getting tiny bass on mini jigs but thats it  oh and one 1/2 lber trout.  im taking my nephew to spananwa lake today when he gets outta school i know trout are there know fo any good places to try for bass near the boat launch.   as you all can see i try to fish atleast 2-4 times a week lol     thanks again. keith

St. Claire is another good lake in that area.

Keith,
This is Jerrie, a new member popping in on the conversation for a moment (I'm studying~), but-
have you been to Lake Pattison?  It doesn't open until late April, but it is near Lacey, not hard to get to, and fantastic Bass as well as all around fishing.
I got 'ribbed' real good for a long verbal explanation of how to get there, on the board here! He he .  Don't know if you can plug a LAKE into a Search Engine.  Anyway, you may know already, or ask just about anyone, on here, or in Lacey. They'll tell you ifin' you don't know!  Good news on your catch in Black Lake, and welcome aboard!
Happy fishin' to you.
Jerrie
(ylfylf)

thanks for the info weedwalker. i ended up going alone and did get one smallmouth about 1lb on a small green tube. cant wait till it gets warmer to see what the lakes out here have to offer. if there is any other lakes near lacey that would be worth checking out i'd really like to hear about them. thanks agian. keith

I hate to burst the bubble, but Larry was right. I do have several fine bolts from the Jarrell/Rumman Lure Co, but this was a Sniper brand bolt. Sorry guys. it was the first dropshot bait I saw when I looked for one.

Brenda- they are more like a ribbed worm than a grub. Just picture a threaded bolt made of plastic with a flat bottom.  

Larry,
  CORRECTION! It was a home made "bolt grub" that was engineered by Jarrell/Rumman lure co.  Get it right!

I believe it is actually a "Bolt Grub" that is made by Sniper Lures and can be bought at Auburn Sports and Marine or other fine establishments....basically....they pour liquid plastic into a bolt mold...thustly a "Bolt Grub"
kinda cool bait though.

I don't know what a 'bolt-bait' is......and where can one get these? Sorry........for the questions.......from a newbie that don't know much.
     Thank you.

Hey Keith, Tipically I don't bother with Black lake until the water temp is over 50*,  But with this warming trend we've had l'd start looking on the N. end of the lake around some of the deeper pilings.  I'd throw ether a 3/8 football head with a 5' 176 yamoto grub, or a green pumpkin tube with a 3/8 insert. hope this helps, Brian (The Weedwalker)

Sounds like a good time, Rob.

I am really looking forward to the Silver Lake fish-in. I haven't gone to a fish-in for a while, and thinking about that early season 5 or 6 pound largemouth makes me salivate. 

Chris

good day all. as you can see im a newbe. i hope to join the group next month and also hope to get in on some of the fish-in's. my wife, daughter and i just moved to washington in october of 2004 we love it up here i've been looking for a good club to join up here for bass fishing i met a few guys at the sport show last month and im glad i did looks like a good bunch fo people to meet and make new friends with. i was thinking of going to black lake today with my daughter after she gets out of school she's been my fishing buddy ever since she could walk she loves fishing she caught her 1st salmon in november 16lber. i was wondering if anyone could help me by telling me where and what to use in black lake. oh and bye the way i only have a 13' aluminum boat with a trolling motor so i cant go to far,lol  thanks a bunch to anyone that can help.     keith

Sorry I got beat to the report. I am still waiting for my modem to get connected at home. Thanks Ron. Anyhow...

The fish-in was awesome. 18 people were in the pot meaning we had more. We even people show up at lunch time that hadn't fished. I was really pleased at the number of newcomers along with the seasoned vets. We can get conditioned to these events sometimes, but it is important we have old members show. For those first timers, I hope you all enjoyed the day. The fishing wasn't super hot, but the dock talk is always great. I hope you make the decision to donate the club dues and become full-on members. We would love to have you aboard. I'll work on being earlier to the grill and having lunch ready when you guys pull in. I couldn't resist a few more casts after the big-un. Hope to see the same turn out at Silver Lake in March.

Big fish came off a dropshotted bolt-bait (green pumpkin) in about 20ft of water.  

Also we did have a good donation to the pot. This is important as all the money goes back to the cause. And anyone is welcome to bring goodies...

Hello everyone,

although I didn't catch anything... it was great meeting you all.

Rob, thanks for slaving over the grill!

Rich, thanks for the little cannon balls!

- I am looking forward to the next one on Silver lake !!!-