The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.
Shallow crappies on the chow … We got pounded with snow and it certainly changed the mobility dynamic, but we didn’t let that stop us and we chased a super-fun bite. Punched a pile of
Ice conditions firming up some, although recent snows have covered up some of the trouble spots. The further north you go the better. Here’s where they’re catching them and what they’re using.
Anglers in northeast Ohio are gearing up for some ice fishing, which could be in the offing in coming days, particularly on Lake Milton.
With about a foot of ice on most area lakes now, the walleye bite is going strong – but ice anglers are seeing a very small window for success.
Efficient and fun – these Snowdog machines are a blast to drive and sure get the job done out on the ice.
Anglers mostly finding success with dead sticks with shiners or sucker minnows, but key player is spoons tipped with the head of a fathead.
How to best utilize the two ice-fishing rods allowed to you.
Valuable information that will help you catch more walleyes on early ice, including favorite lakes, best presentations, strategies for producing when there’s loads of fishing pressure, and a common mistake anglers make on early ice.
Minnows certainly catch fish, and you might want to keep them alive to give finesse plastics some added “flavor” and to mask some of the scent on your fingers.
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