The late season yellow perch fishing has been excellent this year, and good action continued through the week. Perch schools have moved a little shallower and catches have expanded to the east. Out of Cattaraugus Creek, catches have come between 50-70 feet of water. Some boats have had to move around before finding an active school. Out of Sturgeon Point and to the east, anglers have found limit catches in 45-50 feet of water. Near Buffalo, good perch catches have also been found in 45-50 feet of water, off the windmills. Emerald shiners are the best bait and are available for dipping at the foot of Ferry St. (Broderick Park) and other upper Niagara River sites. Keep in mind that transport of collected emerald shiners (from Lake Erie/Niagara River) for use on inland waters is prohibited.
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Lake Erie Perch Report, October 11 to October 18
