The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.
The heat definitely has taken a toll on the fishermen, but has it impacted the fish? And what’s this about a nightcrawler shortage?
With water temps dropping into the mid-70s, the walleye bite is picking up. Here’s what’s working best. Oh, and don’t forget about the pike and bass, which always seem to be biting. And there are
“Tackle” Terry Tuma talks fishing line to use – from mono to fluorocarbon to braided lines – under different conditions.
Once again finding fish in those deep patterns. Not a lot of fish, but there’s always the shallows. And here are some ways to catch ’em.
As the days begin getting a bit shorter and the nights a bit cooler, Glen Schmitt offers an optimistic view of peak of summer fishing across Minnesota.
Water temps have slowly dropped into the mid- and high 70s and the walleye bite has started to pick up a bit, although you still have to work for them.
Overly hot weather has made fishing difficult. But those who went out did well. Walleye anglers having success pulling plugs – and covering a lot of water.
You don’t want to lose fish, so make sure you have the right-sized net. Then keep the net out of the water, gently sliding it under the fish, steering it into the net.
Ever wonder what the fish are eating? Team Northland pro Brad Hawthorne talks about something he does every time he’s keeping fish to pinpoint what the fish are eating.
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