
Baby Lake, Cass County
Baby also produces some bigger walleyes and typically has a representation of multiple year-classes in it.

Baby also produces some bigger walleyes and typically has a representation of multiple year-classes in it.

By Ron Schara Contributing Writer They say the pursuit of fish is an eternal search. They say it’s never too late to begin, young or old. They say the last fishing day of one’s life

Guides across northern Minnesota suggest slow and shallow to get ‘opener’ walleyes.

Put early walleyes in the livewell with these top artificials.

Generally, things are just getting started, the bulk of the panfish being caught have been small, but look for these shallow areas to start holding big numbers of fish by this weekend.

Look for fish to be dropping back from the Red Wing dam to the lower river areas and the upper end of Lake Pepin.

Welcome back to open water, and starting things off with some crappie action. No doubt we’re off to a slow start in regards to weather and conditions, but open water is here and opportunities present

With the basics in hand, you’ll want some lures catered specifically to your favorite fish species.

Make a plan, stick to a pattern, but don’t be afraid to bail on Plan A and resort to Plan B.
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