They're here

[JohnnySaxatilis]

can you guys restate the rule of thumb reguarding peepers again please? I kno there's a time frame now that has begun. I love the old-timer knowledge and sayings when it comes to fishing

[piemma]

Originally Posted by JohnnySaxatilis

can you guys restate the rule of thump reguarding peepers again please? I kno there's a time frame now that has begun. I love the old-timer knowledge and sayings when it comes to fishing

I don't know the rule on peeper but here's couple:

When the oak leaves are as big as a squirrels ear, the bass are here. Dandelions in bloom the tautog are biting. There is also something about lilacs but I have forgotten that one.

[joe the plumber]

Originally Posted by JohnnySaxatilis

can you guys restate the rule of thump reguarding peepers again please? I kno there's a time frame now that has begun. I love the old-timer knowledge and sayings when it comes to fishing

When the Dogwoods flower its time for Blackfish and my favorite(from Block Island) When the Shadbushes are in bloom its time for big Striped Bass.

[piemma]

Originally Posted by joe the plumber

When the Dogwoods flower its time for Blackfish and my favorite(from Block Island) When the Shadbushes are in bloom its time for big Striped Bass.

Shadbush

[joe the plumber]

Originally Posted by piemma

Shadbush

THAT!! Blows my mind,and even though I don't write this stuff down,and if memory serves....the earliest I ever saw them bloom was around the 2nd week of May out at the island.I've never seen them on the mainland.