Lake Profiles
Lake Carlos produces unexpected big rainbow trout
Angler was pulling crankbaits in about 110 feet of water, hoping to find walleyes suspended in the water column. Instead, he landed a big rainbow that measured 241⁄4 inches.
Exploring the Shawano County’s Embarrass River’s Fishing options
Several ponds and stream sections hold panfish, bass, pike and trout.
Pennsylvania Woods & Waters – Chambers Lake at Hibernia Park, Chester County
There’s some pretty good fishing within reach of a lot of people, whether they realize it or not.
Summer bowfishing: late-night action on Lake Champlain
At night, seeing is everything, and everything is tougher to see. Fish identification is paramount.
Ohio Lake Profile – Caesar Creek Lake, Warren/Clinton/Greene counties
Crappie fishing is especially good in the spring during the spawn. The crappies will be in the abundant tree tops and brush lines that dot the lake.
Minnesota Lake Profile – East Spirit Lake, Otter Tail County
For those who fish here, the draw is usually the expectation that they can put together a decent batch of sunfish or crappies and experience some quality largemouth bass fishing as well.
Illinois Woods & Waters – Newton Lake, Jasper County
Newton Lake is changing and hasn’t produced one of its famous 10-pounders in a long time, but the 1,750-acre Jasper County cooling reservoir still ranks high among anglers.
New York Woods & Waters – Owego Creek, Tioga County
Heavily stocked stream system also has wild trout.
Wisconsin Lake Profile – White Lake, Waupaca County
The largest bluegill captured in 2016 was 9.6 inches, but relative abundance of bluegills has decreased since the previous survey. Perch and black crappies show a similar trend – above average size, but very low
