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20-10-2009 04:52 PM #1Ausfish New Member
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Red Claw Somerset Dam.
Hello All,
Would Anyone Be Able To Advise, At What Time Of The Year Is Best To Start To Pot For Redclaw In Somerset Dam?
I Have Never Tried It And Am Keen To Have A Go.
Steven K.
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20-10-2009 11:02 PM
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Re: Red Claw Somerset Dam.
It was a little tough for redclaw a month ago at Somerset (though a few still did ok) but a mate got about 30 good one just last weekend so it could be picking up again.
21-10-2009 05:35 PM
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Re: Red Claw Somerset Dam.
Steven,
I was there last weekend and kept about 80 with about 30 thrown back. Biggest 38cm tip of tail to end of claws.
If you don't already know, best time is from about 5pm to about 8am, they seem to shut down during the day.
4mts of water was the ideal depth for us last weekend.
Good Luck
23-10-2009 09:52 PM
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Re: Red Claw Somerset Dam.
T-Dog (or others)
Are there any legalities ie size and numbers for red claw? Also, any pointers as to preferred locations like, as you mentioned 4 mtrs depth, or weeds, would be good.
Cheers
Seamus
27-10-2009 07:48 PM
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Re: Red Claw Somerset Dam.
Seamus,
I may be wrong but my understanding is that if they are outside their natural range (gulf country) then there are no size or take limits. As with any responsible fishing, it is good to throw back small ones and females carrying eggs...
there is a limit of 4 pots each..
As far as best spots for placement, shelving areas around the 4mt mark,,not sure about the weed beds??
