Anglers are still hitting Lake Oahe looking for the trophy walleye, while the perch bite has been impacted somewhat by the winds and rain.
The end of the ice fishing season in Ohio is not yet here as anglers continue to hit Indian Lake on inland waters and South Bass Island on Lake Erie.
Drop your jig a couple of feet below the ice and then hold the line and slowly drop the line and jig another 10 to 12 inches at a time to draw crappies and sunfish.
Access and ice conditions are sitting really good this year. And the bite?
A simple method for catching lots and lots of rainbow smelt to use for bait or even a meal.
Despite a fairly inconsistent bite the past week, there have been some really nice walleyes caught.
The shallow weed bite continues and focusing on structure is a priority.
Be prepared for what may happen by monitoring the weather ahead of time and be for tougher bite conditions as no one specific bait or lure may work during these times.
Despite the more favorable weather this past week, the bite was fairly inconsistent. Still plenty of nice walleyes were caught, but that was more the exception than the rule.
The shallow weed bite continues, and with some sweat equity, you will find pay dirt.
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