Drift fishing is easy to do and it truly entices the walleye to strike because it allows you to let your bait glide slowly to the bottom at a speed that gives the walleye a chance to see it and have time to go after it. When the bait drops too fast, it will bounce off the bottom and startle the fish or it will move by so quickly that the walleye simply ignores it. Since the walleye is considered a slow moving fish that will not work very hard for a meal, you need a technique that will move slow enough to get their attention so they will go for it.

Trolling is another technique that will be effective when seeking out the walleye. It is important that you keep the boat moving at a slow steady pace in order for this technique to work. The reason it can be so effective is because you have the opportunity to fish different depths at the same time so it makes it easier to locate the walleye faster. By using different baits on the different lines you can easily discover which bait will attract the walleye the fastest.

Back-trolling is a unique technique that can be used for catching walleye and here’s how it works. The boat is positioned so that it goes against the current at a speed that matches the speed of the water. This keeps the boat in a constant position which keeps the lures downstream from the front of the boat. This technique gives you more control over the fishing lines, slows down the presentation and creates the perfect environment for capturing the attention of the walleye and getting them to take your bait.

All of these techniques are excellent for walleye fishing but it’s important to remember boating safety anytime you go out on the water. Inspect your vessel and make sure it meets all of the safety standards and that it has enough life vests onboard. Safety should always be put first so you can go out another day and enjoy more walleye fishing.

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