Pretty sure I saw you fishing at the rocks today West of the bridge. There was some other kayaker that I saw with you on a red kayak. I could not find any places to launch my 10' pontoon boat off the road. There are no roads to the lake to launch and the terrain is too steep. The nearest boat launch wont work for me in a pontoon since that would be an impossibly long row. The far north end parking lot could work if I had roller wheels to go down the path. Saw bass hitting stuff off top water down in brushy areas there today.
you probably dont care but if you are stoned like me atm you can stream pretty much all of the latest movies on InstaFlixxer. Been binge watching with my brother lately :)
Sweet day of fishing Greg!! Thanks again for making videos for us. I’ll look back on other videos unless you want to say what rod are you using again? It’s your Magic stick.
Man Greg another great video an I wanted to say I enjoy every video even the toughest of days. Always wish your videos were longer. Keep up the amazing work
Thanks Todd! Ya know what I'm gonna try to make my videos longer. I come home with minimum 8 hours of fishing content and could always make videos maybe more around the 15-20 min mark than my usually 10-12 mark. THanks for watching!
Sorry if you've answered this before. Have you tried Polarizing Filter for your GoPros? You are seeing things that the camera isn't able to pick up on.
Nice job Greg. What were the water temps you had? Still only in mid to upper 50s here in DE. They are definitely moving up and I’ve seen some beds but haven’t had consistent warms temps to get them actually on the beds.
Nice! Were you fishing a traditional Ned rig with an exposed hook? Everyone recommends flipping with heavy tackle into bushes. How did you not keep breaking off in those bushes?
I still can't get out and fish so I'll just sit back and watch you catch 'em! I am thinking about hitting the Saranac region this summer when NY opens back up. Cool video.
Thanks for tuning in Tom! Oh man, you definitely should. I've got some videos from that area from a few years ago but beautiful area and great fishing.
@@GregBlanchardFishing Thank you Greg, I've watched most of your videos and those of NY. The wife and I go to the ADK every year, but usually in the Old Forge area. I mostly fish rivers (Susq) but plan on purchasing a peddle drive this year for fishing lakes.
I'm going to try Camp Far West lake this morning, two weeks ago they said day use only, no camping so i'm going for it. heading out there after watching this video!😀🤞
I can just imagine the number of fish that would have been caught on the kbf tournament this past weekend had it been held there on Berryessa! Sure hate that we can't go Tournament Fishing but at least we can do some fishing. Nice video!
Thanks Victor! This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
I miss bed fishing! 😭 Last time I did that I landed a 7-8 lber. Plus a few 3-4lbers. It was highly pressured the week I fished. I hit the water 3 days then one day at the bay and homeward bound.
Josh Hamilton in my marina I saw maybe an 8 and the male 4 bedder. I fished that with everything I could think of. Finally, got the male 3 times on a chatterbait. It took it three times., once 20 feet. I’d go to set the hook and out it came. Frustrating. I played and played. To be honest, bed sight fishing is a drag. I like hungry bass.
Hey Greg, where approximately did you launch at? I dont have a kayak, I have a12' aluminum thats not to heavy. Any suggestions where i can carry this down and launch this?
Hey man, This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Local Bay Area guy here. I have a Big Fish 108 on the way with gear to rig. Always been a boat guy but getting into yak fishing. I notice you always wear waders. Doesn’t it get hella hot in the mid day of spring? Just wondering if you ever hit the delta without your waders? Going Simms or Huk if needed for spring and summer fishing.
I had dropping a bait on a fishes head on a bed work one time last year. Kayak drifted over a log where there was a bed. I had a swim jig in my hand, dropped it right in the water and he munched it.
Hey Greg, thanks for always making enjoyable content. Question for ya. How do you manage braid on your spinning gear? I’m getting a lot of wind knots lately when trying to cast farther. I’ve been watching everything I can on TH-cam about it but I’m still experiencing the knots. Thanks!
Thanks Ethan! Hmm, make sure your spool isnt "overspooled" with braid. maybe the braid is your using is too heavy as well. I use 15# braid on spinning setups
Greg Blanchard I’m leaning towards the same conclusion. After being unable to get a knot out, I cut and re-tied. I’ve gotten fewer wind knots but they’re still happening enough to make me not want to cast too far. Might be time to take a little more off. I’m using 15# Sufix.
Dude can you do a 30 min non stop session for us, or longer please as i and others can’t fish so it will be nice to pass the time watching you just fish? Thanks for the great content!
I like that man! I gotta bring that back. Might have to create a poll on the channel. i've been intrigued on how many folks would prefer maybe a 1 hour over the 30 min clip. 30 min can be tough sometimes to get that fish catch or entertainment value lol
what he said^. Also using some relatively light line and if per chance a big one is on and spools me on a tightened drag my line will have a much greater chance of breaking
This was a unique day and it had to sit longer than normal for me. I'd say 10-15 seconds on this day before I'd get a bite. haha, I will get peed on everytime if that's how it works
Just fishing from a 'Yak seems to be "enough", but making a Video of it...? You're the BEST...! (Seems like some "Boat People" can't grasp how difficult it is, just to position and fish from a 'Yak - much less, if there's a breeze!) Stay Safe, enjoy the Fishing, and KEEP those Videos coming - Ya HEAR...? (You are certainly and inspiration to us, for sure!).
Another great vid Greg, love the content. I haven’t tried the big TRD yet but I like the smaller one and I also like the 5” Senko a lot so maybe a best of both worlds? I’ll have to give it a shot. Only problem is my dad broke my favorite spinning rod last week! Managed to get the aftermath on my last video
You can get them at Tackle Warehouse. They also come in a clear version. www.tacklewarehouse.com/Cal_Coast_Fishing_Black_Out_Bait_Sack_Lure_Protector_/descpage-CCFBOS.html
With the bedding bass, a lot of the time you'll spook em off, but they almost always come back within a minute or 2, then you can start tryin to find the sweet spot on their bed that'l trigger the bite. Just gotta have a lot of patience for em. Still, slayin it bro👊
I love hearing that drag🎣🎣🎣🎣
Greg Blanchard - your videos make this lockdown easier.....thank you buddy....stay safe!
Appreciate it Corey! stay safe man
There is a spot like this via capelle cove where boats cant go have you gone there
Coffee and a Greg Blanchard Video. Great combination to start the day! Tight lines
Nice job! I was at Berryessa in 1968 with boy scouts. Great to see again. Love your work.
I've seen massive bluegill at berryessa! Love to see another Californian fishing a spot I also love
Love your videos and how you show a pic of what you're throwing in the bottom left. Tight lines man
All the public lakes are closed in SC☹️, I haven’t gone fishing in forever so it’s nice seeing one of your videos👍🏻
Caroline Gunter from a SoCal guy most of life it’s way better up here and I used to laugh at the NorCal SoCal haters. Go Dodgers by the way!
Out in cen cal most of the lakes are closed. Got to drive a minimum of two hours to get to one that’s open and I’m not trying to be irresponsible.
Awesome tip and enjoyed it! Stay safe and keep them videos coming.
Pretty sure I saw you fishing at the rocks today West of the bridge. There was some other kayaker that I saw with you on a red kayak. I could not find any places to launch my 10' pontoon boat off the road. There are no roads to the lake to launch and the terrain is too steep. The nearest boat launch wont work for me in a pontoon since that would be an impossibly long row. The far north end parking lot could work if I had roller wheels to go down the path. Saw bass hitting stuff off top water down in brushy areas there today.
Damn tactical bassin was in this lake too, just published a video on it, stay safe Greg from Italy!!
i just watched the video from tactical bassin
Man prays go out to you. You stay safe boss.
you probably dont care but if you are stoned like me atm you can stream pretty much all of the latest movies on InstaFlixxer. Been binge watching with my brother lately :)
@Gabriel Johnny Yup, been using instaflixxer for years myself :D
A lot of solid males, great job working them!
Another awesome video Greg! Putting in the work!! Pays off!
Thanks! Glad I brought my ned stuff!
Great video as usual. Thanks for keeping the fishing fire burning in us with all this disruption to our daily lives. Thanks.
Thanks Derek! Hope we all get back to "normal" soon
Thanks for showing what's going on at Berryessa!
thanks for share your's adventures; in México all lakes are closed. hope soon can go to make a lot of casts. cheers Greg.
Anytime man, glad I can post some content still. Yikes, that seems to be the trend. wishing you all a safe recovery and reopening soon. cheers
Nice day fishing! Enjoy your videos, ,especially during the lockdown! Keep it up!
Watching you fish makes me wanna go out and fish too!!!
Good work Greg!
Just ordered the hooks and bait that you used today!
Awesome man!
Yes sir right on time tacticalbassin just posted 20 minutes ago
Great day! Enjoyed the video!
The delta is slow in April? I want to head up there from Socal sometime soon.
Nice day of fishing Greg! I look forward to every single video of yours!
Thank you and thanks for tuning in!
Hi, why aren’t the scupper plugs on your boat in place?
Awesome day! Thxs again for all the videos.
Thanks Stacen! thanks for tuning in
Another awsome day in the lake, still catching them!!!TightLines!
Thanks for the video Greg. 🎣
Thanks for sharing another vid Greg. Much appreciated. Stay safe Rehab crew. 👍
Can you launch at Berryessa without getting in trouble?
On fire!!
Sweet day of fishing Greg!! Thanks again for making videos for us. I’ll look back on other videos unless you want to say what rod are you using again? It’s your Magic stick.
Thanks! phenix maxim 7'2''. They finally both bit the dust. this one is missing the first guide and my other one had a guide insert pop out
Man Greg another great video an I wanted to say I enjoy every video even the toughest of days. Always wish your videos were longer. Keep up the amazing work
Thanks Todd! Ya know what I'm gonna try to make my videos longer. I come home with minimum 8 hours of fishing content and could always make videos maybe more around the 15-20 min mark than my usually 10-12 mark. THanks for watching!
@@GregBlanchardFishing that would be awesome if u vids got a lil longer I love all ur content I would watch a 8 hour fishing day lol
Do you find you catch more fish if you slow down? You seem to fish pretty fast through an area.
definitely! i always have a hard time slowing down
I guess when you are trying to cover a lot of water to find fish it’s hard to slow down...
Did you launch off East lake road? The dirt road
Nope, pretty sketchy launch. parked on a lot off the road and dragged the kayak down a hill.
So Berryessa isn't closed?
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Hi Greg
Great video. What Costa model shades in this video?
Tight lines!!!!!
Thank you! - amzn.to/2u75imF
@@GregBlanchardFishing
Thank you. Stay safe out there!
Sorry if you've answered this before. Have you tried Polarizing Filter for your GoPros? You are seeing things that the camera isn't able to pick up on.
Can’t wait to get my first kayak! Gonna be slaying the soon
Nice job Greg. What were the water temps you had? Still only in mid to upper 50s here in DE. They are definitely moving up and I’ve seen some beds but haven’t had consistent warms temps to get them actually on the beds.
Thanks Mike! About 57 on this day. I bet. Those smaller bodies of water in DE should be gettin' good right now
Nice! Were you fishing a traditional Ned rig with an exposed hook? Everyone recommends flipping with heavy tackle into bushes. How did you not keep breaking off in those bushes?
I still can't get out and fish so I'll just sit back and watch you catch 'em! I am thinking about hitting the Saranac region this summer when NY opens back up. Cool video.
Thanks for tuning in Tom! Oh man, you definitely should. I've got some videos from that area from a few years ago but beautiful area and great fishing.
@@GregBlanchardFishing Thank you Greg, I've watched most of your videos and those of NY. The wife and I go to the ADK every year, but usually in the Old Forge area. I mostly fish rivers (Susq) but plan on purchasing a peddle drive this year for fishing lakes.
Hey didn’t they said Berryessa is closed down ? I wanna fish there but I heard it was closed down.
Way to turn it around and figure em out! That’s gotta be a good feeling setting that hook so many times!
Keep at it!
-D
Thanks! Oh yeah, hook setting is what we grind for!
I wanna go kayak too but im not sure where is open
Do you ever catch, clean, and cook those bass you hook into?
I haven't, Edgar. I want to give it a try but probably when I do either some striper or saltwater fishing.
I'm going to try Camp Far West lake this morning, two weeks ago they said day use only, no camping so i'm going for it. heading out there after watching this video!😀🤞
Hope you caught em' Casey!
Awesome video Greg, as always
Thanks Jeff! Hope you're doing well man
I can just imagine the number of fish that would have been caught on the kbf tournament this past weekend had it been held there on Berryessa! Sure hate that we can't go Tournament Fishing but at least we can do some fishing. Nice video!
Oh man, it would've been epic! This was the tournament I was most looking forward too. Oh well, always next year
Nice fishing, Greg! Would you let us know the date of this trip ? Thanks in advance!
Thanks Victor! This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Hi Greg...just wanted to see if you could help on titan 10.5 vs slayer 10... since you have both? Trying to decide..
message me on IG or facebook hugo, it depends on your size and what you want in a boat
Solid day of catching. I'm back on track with PT btw. I have some making up to do though.
Good to hear OLA! You'll be setting that hook on 20 inchers before ya know it
Another great vid as always
Thanks Eddie!
I miss bed fishing! 😭 Last time I did that I landed a 7-8 lber. Plus a few 3-4lbers. It was highly pressured the week I fished. I hit the water 3 days then one day at the bay and homeward bound.
Josh Hamilton in my marina I saw maybe an 8 and the male 4 bedder. I fished that with everything I could think of. Finally, got the male 3 times on a chatterbait. It took it three times., once 20 feet. I’d go to set the hook and out it came. Frustrating. I played and played. To be honest, bed sight fishing is a drag. I like hungry bass.
I’m jealous how often u get to fish lol
Lake Berryessa is your happy place!
Yessir! So bummed I can't fish it now that it's closed but the summer topwater water bite will be on fire!
Hey Greg, where approximately did you launch at? I dont have a kayak, I have a12' aluminum thats not to heavy. Any suggestions where i can carry this down and launch this?
Hey man, This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
I keep hearing that Berryessa is closed? Did i miss something?
Ever think about using an ActionHat?
I haven't, not a hat guy
Loved that u weighed that one fish even tho wasn't a really big one. Keep up the great work 👊👊
Great fishing!
slayin 'em... that a boy greg!
Awesome day
Greg, what kind of line are you using on your NED rig setup?. My son and I love watching your videos!
Super nice fishing never ben on kayak.
where did you get your scale with the black/white fish grip on it
Scale - amzn.to/33OXymp . The grip is off a cal coast donkey leash so its kind of a diy
Are we allowed to fish berryessa?? I fish there all the time and am super bummed it’s been shut down, how are you on it?
I think this is was before the shutdown? Hopefully it opens back up soon, even day use
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Oh nice Lake Berryessa is still Fishable even with all this shelter in place stuff
Local Bay Area guy here. I have a Big Fish 108 on the way with gear to rig. Always been a boat guy but getting into yak fishing. I notice you always wear waders. Doesn’t it get hella hot in the mid day of spring? Just wondering if you ever hit the delta without your waders? Going Simms or Huk if needed for spring and summer fishing.
Nice Chris! I switch to running pants that are SPF in the warmer months, definitely need to on the delta when its pushin 100 degrees out
Hey Greg, are the boat launch on that lake open?
@Kou Yang, lake closed since Apr 6.
www.usbr.gov/mp/ccao/berryessa/
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Awesome my man
Thanks Justin!
Your welcome brother
I had dropping a bait on a fishes head on a bed work one time last year. Kayak drifted over a log where there was a bed. I had a swim jig in my hand, dropped it right in the water and he munched it.
I thought berryasa was close? Or was this video filmed before they closed it?
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Lake berryessa, tips, 4 to 6 inch black clear robo worms.
What date did you fish? Berryessa has been closed for a while now yeah?
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
@@GregBlanchardFishing They should have a great spawn at least. 👍
Any plans of getting a new kayak this year?
You bet man, but it's going to be a bit delayed. Maybe early summer now
@@GregBlanchardFishing Excellent! Can't wait to see it!
Does anyone know what kind of spinning reel he uses
Hey Greg, thanks for always making enjoyable content. Question for ya. How do you manage braid on your spinning gear? I’m getting a lot of wind knots lately when trying to cast farther. I’ve been watching everything I can on TH-cam about it but I’m still experiencing the knots. Thanks!
Thanks Ethan! Hmm, make sure your spool isnt "overspooled" with braid. maybe the braid is your using is too heavy as well. I use 15# braid on spinning setups
Greg Blanchard I’m leaning towards the same conclusion. After being unable to get a knot out, I cut and re-tied. I’ve gotten fewer wind knots but they’re still happening enough to make me not want to cast too far. Might be time to take a little more off. I’m using 15# Sufix.
Dude can you do a 30 min non stop session for us, or longer please as i and others can’t fish so it will be nice to pass the time watching you just fish? Thanks for the great content!
I like that man! I gotta bring that back. Might have to create a poll on the channel. i've been intrigued on how many folks would prefer maybe a 1 hour over the 30 min clip. 30 min can be tough sometimes to get that fish catch or entertainment value lol
Sign me up for the 1 hour video 👍😁
1 hour would be insane. Thanks for the reply! Tight lines bud come to South Africa sometime and fish with us.
Which ramps are open? I just called Steel Canyon and they are closed to May 1, and Putah Creek Campground won't answer their phone.
Went up there Sunday, all ramps, camps and parks are closed.
Yeah this video I'm guessing was filmed from awhile ago. I'm pretty sure berryessa is completely closed
This was actually shot the day before it closed to the public. As far as I know it’s not open. Bummer but when they reopen the bite should be hot
Crappie heaven in some of those spots
Nice video bro! Keep it up! 💯💯💯
Keep posting ! It’s the only thing keeping me sane since Washington decided to ban fishing for so long 🙏 Thank you!
FishGameStrong th-cam.com/video/06lRcT2udCc/w-d-xo.html. Only two minute video. If you like be sure to share!!
Thanks man! such a bummer about your state but hopefully it's making a difference. Tight (future) lines!
I wanna see you fish some more creature baits like Beavers style
The cow noises in the background though! lol
Just curious as to why you keep your drag so loose on the spinning reel. Any reason??
On ned rigs if your drag is too tight you can potentially bend out hooks because they are very light wire
what he said^. Also using some relatively light line and if per chance a big one is on and spools me on a tightened drag my line will have a much greater chance of breaking
@@GregBlanchardFishing Gotcha, thanks dude. Love your vids, wish I could fish the Delta!!
6th sense has some bomb stuff. Used your code the other day on an order. The prawn are 🔥
Awesome man and appreciate it! Agreed. Unique Paint jobs, great hooks and making things just a little bit different than the norm!
How long are you usually letting the Ned Rig sit before you get a bite?
P.S. I think it was the fish pee that turned your luck around!
This was a unique day and it had to sit longer than normal for me. I'd say 10-15 seconds on this day before I'd get a bite. haha, I will get peed on everytime if that's how it works
@@GregBlanchardFishing Oh wow, I thought you were leaving it for minutes at a time. 10-15 seconds isn't that bad. Thanks for answering my question!
Great fishin
Was this before they closed the lake down?
It was , the day before actually. Glad I went!
Gregg, what fish scale do you use? My son and I enjoy watching your videos here on the East Coast. Thanks for posting.
Tight Lines!
Thanks guys!! Scale - amzn.to/33OXymp . The grip is off a cal coast donkey leash so its kind of a diy
Just fishing from a 'Yak seems to be "enough", but making a Video of it...? You're the BEST...!
(Seems like some "Boat People" can't grasp how difficult it is, just to position and fish from a 'Yak - much less, if there's a breeze!)
Stay Safe, enjoy the Fishing, and KEEP those Videos coming - Ya HEAR...? (You are certainly and inspiration to us, for sure!).
Thanks, M.Smith! Will keep fishing and pumping out videos as long as I can!
Were you Texas rigging that ned?
Yep, nice weedless presentation
Way to pattern those bass Greg!
Glad I had my ned stuff!
Another great vid Greg, love the content. I haven’t tried the big TRD yet but I like the smaller one and I also like the 5” Senko a lot so maybe a best of both worlds? I’ll have to give it a shot. Only problem is my dad broke my favorite spinning rod last week! Managed to get the aftermath on my last video
Is this on the north end of Berryessa?
yep
bass fishing had been slow here in oregon but today me and a buddy found some 61 degree water and managed 18 fish for the day
Hey Greg, where do you get those bait bags that attach to your rods?
You can get them at Tackle Warehouse. They also come in a clear version.
www.tacklewarehouse.com/Cal_Coast_Fishing_Black_Out_Bait_Sack_Lure_Protector_/descpage-CCFBOS.html
Bait Sack - amzn.to/2q2OLxD
With the bedding bass, a lot of the time you'll spook em off, but they almost always come back within a minute or 2, then you can start tryin to find the sweet spot on their bed that'l trigger the bite. Just gotta have a lot of patience for em. Still, slayin it bro👊
What ned rig head are you using?
The Hook (3/16oz) - amzn.to/3bVwR2s