The DNR surveyed Lake Victoria last June, and it showed a strong year-class of 4-year-old crappies that are now 10 to 11 inches in length. Compared with past surveys, there also were better numbers of
Ice conditions are deteriorating fast, but those who are able to find fishable ice are finding some fish.
Excellent ice-fshing conditions existed on many lakes across the state by the end of February, and anglers were doing well.
An electrofishing survey conducted in the spring of 2019 showed that Burr Oak still supports one of the best bass fisheries in the district, with good densities and a good percentage of bass over 15
Diamond has supported a diverse fish community and popular sport fishery. Natural reproduction supports all species, except for walleye which is supported by stocking.
Another winter of walleye, bass, and northern pike seasons will come to a close on the state’s inland lakes on Sunday, March 7. Heading into that weekend, most reports still indicate fairly slow walleye activity.
“Cedar Lake has one of the best largemouth populations of any lake in Illinois, with respect to the total number of fish and fish over 18 inches.”
Larry Hanson gives a rundown on the current bite in the Minnetonka/Waconia area and shares some tips to help put more fish on the ice. The bite has been picking up with the warmer weather
The habitat here bodes well for producing panfish and bass, which is why these fish consistently maintain their strong numbers and garner the most interest from local anglers.
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