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Both the walleye and the pike are plentiful in Canada and they can be found in all types of water. Both species use rocks, weeds, brush and other types of underwater structures to hide in and wait for prey to swim by. The walleye is an elusive fish that can be hard to catch but they will put up one heck of a struggle once hooked. The pike will also put up a great fight because they’re a very [...]
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Walleye Fishing in the Midwest
When walleye fishing in the Midwest you don’t have to limit yourself to just fishing from a boat even though it can be very productive. You have other options that can be just as good. You can catch some good size walleyes right from the bank or by wading into the water especially in some of the smaller not so well-known areas. Use baits that will get the attention of the walleye such as jigs. [...]
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How to Catch a Walleye
You should gauge the color and clarity of the water before fishing. If the water is murky and dark you should use brighter colors, such as orange, chartreuse, or yellow. However, if the water is crystal clear, use darker or more neutral lures, such as black, white, or silver. The next step is your casting or retrieval technique. In the spring and when the days are a little cooler, use a more aggressive [...]
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Best Way To Catch Walleye
Trolling at night can be very productive but it will be much different than fishing during the day. For example, the walleye will stay closer to the shore near the shallows at night so this is where you need to look for them. It’s important to make sure you have proper lighting and only travel areas at night that you are familiar with to avoid accidents. If you decide to use live bait when night [...]
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5 Chain Pickerel Lures
Unlike many of the other species the chain pickerel will be the most active in the winter and during the earliest part of spring. This may be one of the reasons they are so well-liked in the north. They can be fished easily when many of the other species are hard to find. They begin their spawning season before other species when the water temperature reaches around forty degrees. They will lay their [...]
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How To Pick The Best Walleye Fishing Rods
Rigging is a popular method of catching walleye in mid-summer. During this time, walleye seek the protection of deeper waters. They do this to escape the sun’s rays as they are extremely sensitive to light. I use a 7 foot rod while rigging with lots of line. This allows me to get my bait further down in the water. It also allows me to pull the walleye without losing it. When I am trolling by [...]
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5 Tips For Catching Northern Pike
Tip 4: Don’t Try to Set the Hook to Soon When fishing for Northern pike you have to be careful not to try and set the hook too soon. This species won’t take the bait right away. Instead, they’ll hit the bait and let go a few times before actually taking it. When he’s taken the bait for good, he’ll pull the float under and this is when you can set the hook. Tips 5: Know [...]
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How To Find Excellent Walleye Fishing
Fall In the fall, the water temperature cools and the weeds begin to die. Walleye will once again move closer to the shallows and shore. Night fishing in the fall is a prime time to land some of the bigger walleye. They seem to feed more aggressively at night when the sun goes down. Mornings and evenings These are the best times to cast for walleye from shore. The bright sun hasn’t yet risen [...]
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5 fishing tips for pike
When fishing for pike it’s also recommended that you take a few extra items along with you that will make handling this species easier and safer. Some of these include a hook remover, gloves, landing net and a rod holder. Using floats will help you see when you get a bite and you’ll also find there will be times when a pair of wire cutters will come in very handy. The pike is often described [...]
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5 Facts About Walleye
Water The walleye have been known to live in the colder northern waters to an age of 26 years. However, the walleye that is 15 years or older is rare. The largest fish pulled out of the Provo River in 1991 was 31 3/4 inches long and weighed 15 pounds 9 ounces. Walleyes prefer the cooler waters with temperatures about 65 to 75 degrees F. The walleye doesn’t like water temperatures that reach into [...]
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Four techniques for Colorado fishing walleye
Trolling: While many people like to fish for walleye from the shore, you will find that trolling by boat can be very challenging and relaxing as well. The key when trolling for walleye is to use a fish finder to locate where large schools of walleye are congregating. A topographic map is also handy as it lets you know the layout of the lake. This tool is effective in pinpointing underwater structures [...]
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Three secrets for walleye fishing Canada
Learn all you can about this species and this will help you know where to look for them and the best way to catch them. For instance, look for the walleye around all types of structures such as weeds, trees, brush and rocks because this is where they will be hiding out waiting for prey. Always pay attention to your surroundings and look for the baitfish the walleye are attracted to. When you find the [...]
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5 tips for a walleye fishing trip
These tips can help to ensure that you have fun and excitement on your fishing trip reeling in those walleye instead of lots of aggravation once you get there. Walleye Fishing Tips The walleye has many great qualities that make them an excellent species to seek out. They can be a challenge to catch which is why so many anglers are attracted to them. They will take your bait lightly and be so gentle [...]
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Four Secrets for Early Spring Walleye Fishing
Night Fishing The walleye is a night feeder as well as a day feeder. However, the walleye do feed better when it is dark. If you are growing to fish for walleye in the spring after the spawn, you will want to get out on the water before the sun comes up and after the sun sets for the day. The walleye does not like bright light, thus they stay in the deeper water during the day when the sun is bright [...]
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3 secrets for catching walleyes in the fall
Fall is always a great time to fish but when you add these three secrets to your fishing technique; you’ll increase your odds of reeling in more fish every time you go. If you’ve never been fishing in the fall, it’s something that you should try at least a few times. Who knows, it may prove to be so rewarding that it becomes your new favorite time of the year to go fishing. More Fishing [...]
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3 Canada Walleye Fishing Trips
Lake Erie Canada Lake Erie has always been known as the paradise for walleye fishing. Every year, thousands of anglers find a way to get to the 10th largest freshwater lake in the world for a few days of incredible walleye fishing. The average depth of the lake is 62 feet, but the maximum depth is 210 feet, and over 9,000 square miles of water. The best time for a walleye fishing trip to Lake Erie [...]
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Three best baits for walleye
Whenever I fish by boat, crankbaits are my lure of choice. I suggest using a planer board so that the line stays well back of the boat. The further away it is, the less chance you have of scaring the walleye away with the noise and wake. Trolling with crankbaits is very effective in the summer when walleye head to the thick weed beds. I typically troll at a slow speed just outside of the weed beds. Spoons: [...]
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bass and walleye fishing boats
These are some of the most popular features anglers look for in a bass and walleye fishing boat. You may not need all of these features on your boat or there may be others that you would like to have. The best way to decide is by taking some time to think about what features would make the type of fishing you do easier and more productive and that is what you should look for. Basic Information There [...]
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5 Techniques to Catch Nebraska Walleye
3. Always use the smallest tackle possible when fishing for walleye. It will allow you to feel the bite better when they strike your line and it will ensure they don’t see your gear and swim off in the opposite direction. Using small gear will also make it easier for the walleye to take the bait and this will give you a chance to secure the hook and reel them in. Using a three-way [...]
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5 techniques Nebraska walleye
Now that you know where to look for walleye, what type of bait should you use? This depends on the time of year, the body of water, and whether you are fishing by boat or from shore. In the spring, walleye prefer to strike at smaller jigs, crankbaits, and plastic worms. You will want to fish close to the shore or shallow areas where walleye have chosen their spawning beds. Such shallow areas include [...]
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