What You Need To Catch White Perch With Bloodworms In Winter
- By: Richard Natoli
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I had a window to hit the water this week to try and catch White Perch with bloodworms.
My Live-Stream co-host Ed Gobbo joined me on this trip to see if we could increase our chances of finding some fish.
Here’s everything you need to know to catch white perch up north this winter!
Catch White Perch With Bloodworms In Winter [VIDEO]
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Equipment Used
- Rods Used:
- Reels:
- Penn Fierce
- Line: 15lb PowerPro
- Leader: 12lb Monofilament
- Hooks: Size 4 Gamakatsu
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Ed and I started fishing in brackish water and we knew it was going to be a bit of a challenge going into the trip.
The area itself is an ideal spot for white perch, but the stained watercolor would pose an obstacle.
Our thinking was bloodworms would be the ticket to attract fish over to strike.
At first, it was nothing but tiny-sized white perch with zero keepers mixed in.
We stuck to our plan and kept at it in search of the 90-10 zone.
A bit later into the trip, Ed and I figured out that the semi-wind-protected shorelines with deep drop-offs held more fish than other areas.
The outgoing tide warmed the water up a bit more which caused the fish to be slightly off of where we anticipated.
When fishing for white perch, it can be common to pick up a striped bass as a bycatch.
However, you must know your local laws and regulations because it is illegal to specifically set out to target striped bass right now in my area.
Bloodworms are an excellent bait to use, especially for this type of fishing.
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Overall, this trip was a huge success with over 50 fish caught between Ed and me.
It helped to have his intel from fishing the spot just a few days before but things can always change out on the water.
Be sure to adapt and stay in tune with your surroundings to make adjustments and locate the feeding fish!
What kinds of questions do you have about this trip?
Is this a type of fishing you’ve done in the past?
Please go ahead and start a conversation down in the comments section!!
Finding The Fish Help
In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.
1. Weekend Game Plans (updated weekly)
These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.
2. Smart Fishing Spots Platform (updated every 15 minutes)
This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.
3. Community Reports (live feed)
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southern New Jersey AUDUBON BLACK HORSE PIKE BRIDGE OVER RIVER MANY PERCH SOON AS YOU CATCH THEM THEY LET LOSE WITH THERE SPERM WE RELEASE THEM FOR YEARS ALL FISHING TO COME LOVE FISHING THEM WORMS OR CORMEAL BALLS WHEN WE WERE YOUNG WE CALLED THIS PLACE PETER PAN IN THE 1960S WELL GOOD FISHINNG AND KEEP THE WINDS TO YOUR BACK BILL K
Good stuff Bill! I think the perch fishing is very underrated. They are small but put up a nice fight, and are a blast! Tight lines!
Dude that was some solid fast action! Way to find the 90/10 zone buddy!
We definitely found that 90/10 zone.
Is this in New Jersey???
Yes William, this was filmed in southern New Jersey.
Looks like a fun day makes you want to buy a kayak.
If you do want to get a kayak let me know! Lots of great kayak fishing in your area.