Southeast Minnesota Fishing Report – October 5th, 2012

FARIBAULT AREA

Anglers fishing from shore with minnows at Cannon Lake are catching bass and a few walleyes. Troll Rapalas for pike or look for sunfish and crappies in six to 10 feet at Cedar Lake. On Lake Mazaska, you’ll find panfish and pike in 10 to 15 feet. Hunters are reporting more geese than ducks in the area.
Nagel’s Live Bait (507) 334-8341

WATERVILLE AREA

Anglers fishing from shore with floating jigs and minnows are turning walleyes at Lake Elysian. Hit Lake Tetonka in 10 to 15 feet for sunfish. Waterfowl hunters continue to find a good supply of wood ducks, teal, mallards, and geese in the area.
Axel’s Tackle Box (507) 362-4444

WILLMAR AREA

Minnows are producing walleyes in 20 to 40 feet at Green Lake and in 10 to 20 feet on lakes Florida, Andrew, Eagle, and Diamond. Panfish action is slow, but bass and pike are hitting at Diamond, Florida, Andrew, and Nest Lake.
Brad’s 71 Bait and Sports (320) 235-4097