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Twin Cities Fishing Report – May 4, 2020
Water temps are flirting with 60 degrees. The spring transition is progressing nicely and the fish continue to hold in their appropriate patterns. Oh, and the Minnesota Fishing Opener is less than a week away,

Get the most from your fishing action – get a new panfish rod
Perhaps the first and best way to move in that direction is with a longer rod.

To jig, do the Lindy, or bounce on bottom?
All are great walleye-catching options; here’s how to make the right choice.

Using Wacky Worms
Give this tried-and-true lure a try for largemouth and smallmouth bass – and more.

Bass’n plan: How not to lose your biggest bucketmouth of 2020
“A huge part of landing any giant bass is your preparation and attention to little details before you go on the water.”

Ranking top walleye live-bait options for open-water fishing
Minnows, leeches, and nightcrawlers produce walleyes – always have, always will. Though open to argument, let’s try ranking these three live bait options.

The best and biggest slabs of the open-water season
With the earlier-than-normal ice-out, the spring of 2020 promises to be a good season for chasing crappies.

Frog fishing on the Mississippi River
If you are new to frog fishing, these tips could save you a season on the learning curve.