With that being said, things should start to turn around soon as the river starts to clear. The metabolism of walleyes should start to increase, and that means one thing and one thing only: The fish are going to start eating many times a day..
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Easier water’s ahead on Minnesota’s Mississippi River
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