
Minnesota’s statewide fishing and hunting report on Oct. 8, 2025
First shot of cool air should improve fall walleye bite. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing and hunting report on Oct. 8, 2025.
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First shot of cool air should improve fall walleye bite. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing and hunting report on Oct. 8, 2025.

The best bite this week is in 17 – 27 feet. Vertical jigging with a frozen emerald shiner this time of year is definitely the go-to presentation, however, those trolling crankbaits are still having good

We take a look at a few of the baits we plan to fish this week and get ready for (hopefully) the fall bite.

There still isn’t much for fall patterns developing. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing and hunting report on Oct. 1, 2025.

Walleyes continue to congregate along the south shore, and despite unseasonably warm weather, anglers are putting good numbers of fish in the boat.

A ton of fish to be had – definitely a multi-species bite.

Water temps remain quite warm for this time of year. A look at the Minnesota fishing and hunting report on Sept. 24, 2025.

Walleye action has been excellent along the south shore in 17-27 feet of water.

We touch on a little bit of everything and dive a little deeper into the panfish/crappie bite.
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