Syracuse.com - Fish trolling expert to speak at July 17 ELOSTA meeting about angling on Lake Ontario/Finger Lakes

[HuntingNY-News]

This clinic is free of charge and open to the public.

The following is a press release:

Eastern Lake Ontario Salmon and Trout Association (ELOSTA) is hosting Captain Vince Pierleoni of Thrillseeker Sportfishing Charters at its July 17 meeting. Pierleoni will speak on boat rigging tips and layout. His presentation should be of interest to anyone who fishes Lake Ontario, any of the Finger Lakes -- or other water body that involves trolling as an angling approach.

With the resurgence of interest in Great Lakes trolling and in particular, the Lake Ontario Salmon fishery, Capt Vince Pierleoni has seen a need for boat rigging clinics. Capt Vince, a 29 year,full time professional charter boat operator, has rigged eight different vessels for Lake Ontario trolling. Most recently, Capt Vince rigged a twenty-four footer primarily for tournament fishing. It was while rigging this trailerable boat that he had the idea of sharing what he has learned through trial and error and experience with other anglers.

Whether you are an experienced troller looking to fine tune rigging or a newbie looking to avoid expensive mistakes, there is something for you. Some topics covered include downrigger placement and mounting, rodholder placement and mounting for storage, planer boards, divers, planer board rigging options, electronics choices, electronics helm station placement, transducer choices and placement, and speed control tools and others. How all of this can be done on various size and style boats will also be addressed.

This meeting will be held at the Mexico VFW on Route 3, beginning at 7 p.m. This is a rain or shine event as there is shelter available. This clinic is free of charge and all anglers are encouraged to attend.

View the full article on The Syracuse Outdoors Blog