Mcclurey

Cedar Grove has a small campground and low water bridge.  It’s a popular put in for float outfitters and private floaters and campground is always full in summer months.  It’s also a popular place for swimmers or water loungers.  I would say if you go there then go during week.  A better alternative is to float the red ribbon area from Baptist Camp to Cedar Grove.  8 miles.  Although a short float it gives you a lot of time and opportunity to pull over and fly fish some great water.   If you start in morning you can easily make it a full day.

I have a Simms that seems to work well.  Didn’t know about Folstaf brand but it appears it is high quality based on comments.

Or maybe it’s time to purchase new waders?  After all, it’s just money.

I went out on a limb and purchased a Stonfo Kaiman.  It’s very well constructed and great workmanship.

There is a wealth of information on the internet.  Like most things you typically get what you pay for.  Four top fishing kayak brands you may want to look into are Wilderness, Vibe, Jackson, Hobie.  Definitely want to look at a sit on top vs sit in.  Also a good comfortable seat is very important.  For river use a 12 foot range is ideal.

Any of the Blue, Red, White Ribbon MO rivers are ideal for trout and small mouth.  We are blessed that MO has some outstanding trout rivers to float.  Just kayaked Baptist Camp to Cedar Grove this past weekend.  A great full day float that allows you to fish from kayak and/or stop many times along the way and wet wade fish.  If you want more info please feel free to call me.

Matt M

• This reply was modified 6 years, 7 months ago by Mcclurey.
• This reply was modified 6 years, 7 months ago by Mcclurey.

Don’t forget you’ll be in Cheese Head Country. So my suggestion is to fish with cheese bait.