FISHING REPORTS
from some of the BEST PLACES TO FISH !
The hard-water fishing season is
here and off to a terrific start on the lakes and rivers of the greater Wausau
area. Crappies have been active with good numbers of average to above-average
sized fish available. “Hole-hopping” in depths of 8’-15’ of water has been
productive as schools of fish move from one area to the next. Ice jigs tipped
with waxies have been best with top producing colors varying as the light
conditions change. Once an active school of fish is located, dead-sticking a
crappie minnow below a slip bobber in the immediate vicinity is producing
additional action.
Anglers looking to experience excellent tip-up action for both northern pike and
walleyes would be wise to venture forth on area water as well. Both species have
been aggressive during the early ice bite and readily consuming sucker minnows
and golden shiners suspended below tip-ups on red Mustad treble hooks. The bite
of late has been shallow for the most part as northern pike are being caught
during the day from weed edges and stumpy flats during the day; during the
low-light periods, these same areas are producing good catches of walleyes,
including many fish in the “slot” (20”-28”) and ample “eaters” too. The best
edges and flats have been located in close proximity to main river channels or
main lake basins.
Anglers looking for an overlooked but productive tactic for scoring on both
northern pike and walleyes should also consider jigging, even in the shallow
water. Jigging baits and jigging spoons in perch, orange, gold, and firetiger
patterns are all accounting for fish; whichever lure you choose, be sure to tip
it with a minnow head. Not only does this add a little extra silhouette, but the
scent and taste often triggers reluctant fish into biting.
For more information
Contact:
Joel DeBoer
Wisconsin Angling Adventures
www.wisconsinanglingadventures.com
Tel: +1 715-297-7573
joelthemuskyman@charter.net
"Fishing's our business... and business is good!"
