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re: what is the best way to catch snapping turtles
Posted on 7/15/12 at 12:35 pm to W
Posted on 7/15/12 at 12:35 pm to W
How long can they stay under though? The snapping turtles.
I never wanted to chance finding one that was drowned.
Happened to me and my dad in HS. Setting hoop nets in bayou for fish. Those aren't checked daily. We raised one and there was a big loggerhead in it, dead. My dad was sick.
I never wanted to chance finding one that was drowned.
Happened to me and my dad in HS. Setting hoop nets in bayou for fish. Those aren't checked daily. We raised one and there was a big loggerhead in it, dead. My dad was sick.
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Posted on 7/15/12 at 2:24 pm to Geauxtiga
They can stay under a while but you're right, they will drown. All they really need is room for their snout to clear the surface of the water. Usually no part of the face, eyes or shell comes out of the water when they come up for air.
ETA: So I'd set that wire trap on the bottom deep enough so the the top wires are at the water line. Not enough space for the cooters but enough room for the snapper snout.
ETA: So I'd set that wire trap on the bottom deep enough so the the top wires are at the water line. Not enough space for the cooters but enough room for the snapper snout.
This post was edited on 7/15/12 at 2:30 pm
Posted on 7/15/12 at 3:50 pm to Geauxtiga
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Posted on 7/15/12 at 4:39 pm to W
quote:That's what I did. We're on the same page a lot, you're just better and catch where I spin my wheels.
ETA: So I'd set that wire trap on the bottom deep enough so the the top wires are at the water line. Not enough space for the cooters but enough room for the snapper snout.
Posted on 7/17/12 at 11:33 am to Geauxtiga
I guess everyone is getting irritated with this thread by now.
Just wanted to say I'm going on an all out blitz tonight. My next post will be a picture of a turtle- or I won't post.
Oh, "W", your sauce looked dam good. Obvious you know how to cook.
I found a picture of mine and wanted to get your taste buds re-ignited.
Just wanted to say I'm going on an all out blitz tonight. My next post will be a picture of a turtle- or I won't post.
Oh, "W", your sauce looked dam good. Obvious you know how to cook.
I found a picture of mine and wanted to get your taste buds re-ignited.
Posted on 7/17/12 at 11:45 am to Geauxtiga
Blitzkrieg! Feast or famine! You will catch one, it's destined.
Everytime I plan to fish all night, I end up catching a turtle on the first set and the night is over. I stick to the one turtle limit because of the law but really because of karma.
Your sauce piquant looks full of turtle! Pretty epic, IMO. Mine is always a little more brown, but so is every other gravy, gumbo and étouffée that I cook. I like the swamp water look and it's how I was taught to cook it.
I'd definitely eat a few servings of yours.
The people that are tired of us posting on this thread must just be miserable people. The thread is one of the best out on the net. There arent many snapping turtle threads out there.
Everytime I plan to fish all night, I end up catching a turtle on the first set and the night is over. I stick to the one turtle limit because of the law but really because of karma.
Your sauce piquant looks full of turtle! Pretty epic, IMO. Mine is always a little more brown, but so is every other gravy, gumbo and étouffée that I cook. I like the swamp water look and it's how I was taught to cook it.
I'd definitely eat a few servings of yours.
The people that are tired of us posting on this thread must just be miserable people. The thread is one of the best out on the net. There arent many snapping turtle threads out there.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 10:48 am to W
quote:That is too funny. When I first saw yours I thought, "I like mine a little darker."
Mine is always a little more brown
Picture actually made it look lighter than it really was.
Sorry guys, I guess the turtle gods have spoken. The story must be told.
Began late afternoon with 12 stake lines and 5 jug.
This was the picturesque view.
Fire for me to cook sausage for a fold over sandwish. One of my favs.
On the turtle end, only one softshell.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 11:30 am to Geauxtiga
Great photo. Ive never seen a soft shell up close. That turtle is beautiful. I'm sure it'll taste just the same as a snapper.
Looks to be pretty good sized, right?
Looks to be pretty good sized, right?
Posted on 7/18/12 at 11:53 am to Geauxtiga
My grandfather always taught me to be able to clean and cook before harvesting and eating anything.
I'm posting your cleaning link to keep this thread all inclusive.
Here, posters will be able to fish/find, clean and cook the turtles. Posters are on their own regarding how to eat.
Geauxtiga's cleaning link: Clean a snapper
I clean mine your way, except for using a bullet. I boil them alive. Kills more nerve endings than a bullet will. Easier to clean a non moving turtle. Heart may still beat, even after boiling.
All that is needed now are our recipes.
I'm posting your cleaning link to keep this thread all inclusive.
Here, posters will be able to fish/find, clean and cook the turtles. Posters are on their own regarding how to eat.
Geauxtiga's cleaning link: Clean a snapper
I clean mine your way, except for using a bullet. I boil them alive. Kills more nerve endings than a bullet will. Easier to clean a non moving turtle. Heart may still beat, even after boiling.
All that is needed now are our recipes.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 3:03 pm to W
I think I found the perfect place and am going to try tonight. It's a slew that is against a bayou. VERY dead, stagnant water and covered with duck weed. Also churned up by cattle.
The kicker is it's very shallow and I don't think it'll have many- if any- fish to rob the bait. It's wooded though and a lot of smaller trees/branches in it but it's pretty big (approx 40 yards across) so I think I can set around them.
Unfortunately the softshell had drowned before I got to it. It was very fresh but I was afraid to take a chance with this hot weather. It wasn't that big either.
The kicker is it's very shallow and I don't think it'll have many- if any- fish to rob the bait. It's wooded though and a lot of smaller trees/branches in it but it's pretty big (approx 40 yards across) so I think I can set around them.
Unfortunately the softshell had drowned before I got to it. It was very fresh but I was afraid to take a chance with this hot weather. It wasn't that big either.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 3:09 pm to W
quote:
All that is needed now are our recipes.
quote:
TreeDawg's Sauce Piquante
10 lbs of meat cut stew size.
(Alligator, Venison or Turtle)
2 lbs Smoked Hot Sausage or Andoulle diced.
9 Yellow Onions chopped.
4 Bell Peppers chopped.
1 Bunch Celery chopped.
9 Cloves Garlic chopped.
2 Bunches Green Onion chopped.
1 box Fresh Mushrooms sliced.
2 lbs. Real Salted Butter.
4 Cans Rotel.
Four 6 oz. Cans Tomato Paste.
Two 6 oz. Cans Tomato Sauce.
4 Cups Burgundy.
1/2 Cup Lea & Perrins.
2 tsp. Sugar.
1 Cup Oil.
1 Cup Flour.
1 Gallon Water.
5 Gallon Black Iron Pot.
1 Black Iron Skillet.
1) Brown seasoned meat, in melted Butter, in Pot.
2) Brown Sausage in Skillet at same time.
3) Remove Meat and Saute Onions, Bell Pepper, Celery, Garlic & 3/4 of the Green Onions. Save 1/4 of Green Onion for Garnish.
4) Remove Sausage when browned. Add Oil to Pork Fat from Sausage. Add Flour and brown to make a dark Roux. Add 1/4 Cup of Lea & Perrins when you turn off heat and blend.
5) Add Tomato Sauce, Paste, Rotel and Sugar to Sauted Veggies. Cook until blended well then add Roux. Cook untill blended well again.
6) Add Burgundy, 1/4 Cup of Lea & Perrins and 1/2 Gallon of Water. Bring back to boil.
7) Add Meat and Sausage back to Pot. Add Water if needed, enough to cover meat good. Bring Back to boil, reduce heat and start spooning off excess grease. Stir often and deep to keep from sticking.
8) Season generously and cook slow for 3 hours. Continue to spoon off grease and stir. Add Water ans Sesoning as needed.
9) Add Mushrooms and cook 1 more hour. Garnish with Green Onions, serve over Rice and with French Bread.
The recipe is big but still great when reduced. Just don't hurry it.
This is the real deal!!!!!!!!!!
I'm just waiting for geaux to take me
Posted on 7/18/12 at 4:07 pm to Geauxtiga
quote:
I think I found the perfect place and am going to try tonight. It's a slew that is against a bayou. VERY dead, stagnant water and covered with duck weed. Also churned up by cattle.
Prime spot for a snapper!
Fin - that recipe is the real deal. Four hour cook time is the correct answer! I substitute jalapeño and ornamental peppers for the celery.
I also add Tabasco soy sauce when I add Lea and Perrins.
Other than that, I keep everything in the pot and add ingredients as I go. I am too lazy to take meat out and put back in.
Spot on recipe, guaranteed.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 8:26 pm to yellowfin
quote:When can make a trip but dayum I'm still learning. Hate to take you and we'd zero.
I'm just waiting for geaux to take me
I pretty much just go set them then go back the next morning. Man if we had something to do in between- like watch Spicy dance.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 8:56 pm to Geauxtiga
My kids have been wearing the soft shells out. Are they good eating??
ETA: this is the best thread on the board right now by far, IMO.
ETA: this is the best thread on the board right now by far, IMO.
This post was edited on 7/18/12 at 8:57 pm
Posted on 7/18/12 at 9:03 pm to Geauxtiga
I'll be in vp this weekend, will give you a call. I've seen some monsters out there
Posted on 7/18/12 at 9:14 pm to skidry
I agree, this thread kicks arse.
Damn right, eat those suckers! Use the cleaning guide and recipes posted.
Also, drop us the beta on how to catch those elusive bastards. And now I feel like a noob, your kids are kicking my arse.
Damn right, eat those suckers! Use the cleaning guide and recipes posted.
Also, drop us the beta on how to catch those elusive bastards. And now I feel like a noob, your kids are kicking my arse.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 9:20 pm to W
Neighborhood pond about 6' deep maybe 10 acres. They are snagging themselves on a trot line. Seem to always be hooked between one of the front legs and the head.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 10:27 pm to skidry
quote:Sounds good. I didn't keep your email so please email me so I can ask you something.
yellowfin
I'll be in vp this weekend, will give you a call.
quote:Took a pic JUST for you.
W
Prime spot for a snapper!
This scene goes on and on and on. Runs about 300 yards. It's deeper than I thought though and my baits were getting taken by something. I did see one pulling as I walked up and I'm pretty sure it was a snapper. In fact I thought it was hooked but wasn't.
quote:That's exactly how mine was hooked. And yes, they are good to eat- so I've read. I want to clean some and try. Those kids are putting me to shame.
skidry
Seem to always be hooked between one of the front legs and the head.
Posted on 7/18/12 at 10:28 pm to Geauxtiga
quote:
Man if we had something to do in between- like watch Spicy dance
Im in!
Posted on 7/18/12 at 10:31 pm to SpicyStacy
quote:I'm lobbying for ya.
Im in!
I need to get W in too.
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