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May 8, 2012
FISHING REPORT
MOUNTAIN HARBOR RESORT
LAKE OUACHITA, ARKANSAS
OUT OF STATE – 1-800-832-2276
IN ARKANSAS - 1-870-867-2191; FAX #1-870-867-1205
PREPARED BY TODD GADBERRY, MARINA MGR.,

Largemouth bass are still very good on top water spooks, super flukes, Texas rigged plastic worms or creature baits. Shad colors are best for flukes and top water; Watermelon seed, Watermelon candy and green pumpkin are the best colors for Texas rigged baits. Walleye are still very good. These fish are being caught on jerk baits, crank baits and jigging spoons near or over humps and main lake points.
Stripers are good and being caught with top water C-10 redfins. Main lake points are the best locations for these fish. The eastern part of the lake is best for top water action. Bream are excellent and being caught on crickets or worms 20 – 25 feet deep.
Crappie are very good and being caught near and over brush. Try brush in water 15 to 25 feet deep. Minnows or crappie grubs are working best. Tennessee shad and rainbow trout are the best colors for artificial baits.
Catfish are very good and being caught on cut bait and live bait on jug lines and trot lines from 20-30 feet deep.
LAKE CONDITIONS
WATER TEMPERATURE – 74 – 78degrees
WATER CLARITY – Stained LAKE LEVEL – 576.40

The Blessing of the Fleet will start at 11 am in the main bay off our marina on Lake Ouachita on Saturday, May 26, and will be presided over by the Reverend of the Joplin and Mount Ida Methodist churches. Boats from all over come to be blessed on the water and receive a 'Certificate of Blessing' for your vessel. All donations go to the Joplin Methodist Mission Fund.

Be a part of this ancient maritime tradition and bring "fair winds and following seas" to you and yours!

Let all the Dads know just how special they really are! Remember this year for June 17th that Dads need pampering, too ... Take advantage of Harbor’s custom fishing boat rental and Ouachita fishing guides. They know all about the many lake "hidey holes." Call Chris Darby or Jerry Bean, our resident guides, (870) 867-7822 or (501) 282-6104.

Did you know that Boating Safety Classes are mandatory for everyone born on or after January 1, 1986?

On select weekends in June - dates to be announced - Todd Gadberry, our marina manager offers FREE boating safety classes for all of our customers. These training sessions last from 9-4 with a break for you to lunch. Sessions will be held in the training room at the new Fire Station. Call the Marina with questions about dates or details at (870)-867-2191.

Come gawk at the world's largest, and most patriotic
4-wheeler parade! Whether you're a participant or a spectator, be sure to dress the part in your red, white and blue finest.

The parade route will begin in Harbor South and make its way all through the resort, finally ending at Marina Point. Make sure to arrive early to get in the parade because each year we get bigger and bigger! Stick around after the parade for our annual 4th of July Flag Ceremony at Marina Point.

Then ... Let freedom ring! Join us for one of the lake's most spectacular fireworks displays. Choreographed to patriotic music, and with Lake Ouachita's sparkling waters as a backdrop, your spirits will soar for good 'ol USA this 4th of July! Harbor fireworks always take place on the evening of the 4th. We always start at sunset, usually around 9:30, just off our Marina point.