Walleye Fishing

Walleye fishing is very similar to fishing for Bass, Crappie and Trout. As a matter of fact, they are done in the same places, with the same kind of tackle, using the same type of lures and bait. The thing about Walleye, though, is that they are more prevalent than any of the other three, so, aside from say Trout—which can be found in abundance in Alaska, where Wall is not—Walleye fish are popular because of the sheer wide availability.

Among the vast area where Walleye thrive includes two countries: the United States and Canada. The entire Midwest United States, which involves states ranging from Ohio to North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa farther west, welcomes droves of Walleye anglers every spring and summer for Fly Walleye fishing in the major lakes and wilderness streams trailing throughout the region. Canada Walleye fishing trips extend from Ontario in the east toward the provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Any Walleye trip to Canada, such as the case of Ontario Walleye fishing or Walleye fishing in Manitoba can be a bit cooler in climate due to the fact that these areas are more northerly situated, so ice fishing for Walleye is not usual here, especially during the winter months when ice fishing is conducted in Michigan. Walleye fishing is, or can be, a year-round sport, such as in the case of Lake Erie Walleye fishing. Walleye fishing shows in these areas are very common and very popular.

As far as tackle, lures and bait go, a sensitive graphite rod strung with extremely lightweight (2lb) monofilament fishing line is very ideal for catching Walleye with the use of conventional shank hooks rigged with fluorescent or brightly colored jigs and natural, or real, bait, such as worms, wax worms, insects, flies, and especially minnows. However, a couple of Walleye fishing tips suggest that affixing a #10 or #12 “stinger” hook with a minnow and flittering it along the bottom while allowing the boat to slowly drift will increase success at catching Walleye because (1) the bait appears more realistic in the water, and (2) these Walleye fishing technequies offer the fish ample amount of time to strike. Whether day or night, Walleye tips such as these generally work because of the use of natural bait, which Walleyes absolutely love.

Those looking for new equipment or Walleye fishing gifts, many Internet sites offer a wide range of products and fishing trip deals. Rods, reels, lures, hooks and many other items can stock anglers’ tackle for Bass, Trout, Crappie and Walleye fishing. Boats for sale can be obtained at reasonable prices for those looking to save money for quality merchandise.

Walleye, like Trout, can provide hours and days of fruitful and enjoyable fishing time in the peaceful outdoors, so it is never too early to go after these. The lakes and streams always welcome anglers with open arms!