WHITE PERCH 



THE LANDLOCKED WHITE PERCH OF 



DEEP WATER LAKES 



AMONG the game fish the white 

 perch is rarely mentioned. Never- 

 theless, under right circumstances, 

 he shows good qualities in fighting, 

 and makes a great battle. 



While these fish are caught in rivers, small 

 ponds, and lakes where the water is brackish, in 

 these localities they rarely attain much weight or 

 size, and consequently are not much sought after. 

 In the places mentioned, the early morning is the 

 best fishing time. Shrimps are the most desirable 

 bait if obtainable. Next in value are worms, pieces 

 of fish, or small strings of pork. 



Ascertain where the fish are rising, then get as 

 near to the spot as possible, and without a sinker 

 save, perhaps, one split shot, make repeated casts 

 and strike quickly. Use a light rod and reel, and 

 a single hook of medium size. If any of the 

 small fry as live bait can be procured, the fish will 

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