With the late ice-out, there will be plenty of walleyes, and some big walleyes, in the river for the opener. A jig and minnow will be the ticket for most.
Once again, this past week presented some challenges, but things bounced back and we are entering an amazing (and stable) stretch of conditions for a change.
Ditches are running with spring meltwater, and shallow bays are opening up fast. This is the prime window for finding huge pike staging for the spawn.
Once again, the patterns change everyday and keep us on our toes.
Panfish are still being found more deep than shallow. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing report on April 30, 2025.
Water temperatures remain low, even in shallow water. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing and hunting report on April 23, 2025.
Ditches are running and shallow bays are starting to pop open. Now is the time when the big pike are moving in, staging for the upcoming spawn.
Some consistency at times this past week but also some new patterns emerging.
Crappies remain more deep than shallow this week. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing report on April 16, 2025.
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