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Fishing Reports for Minnesota Fishing-Archive
Name: lab dude Mille_LacsWazman, looked like they had houses out to the mouth of the bay also, possibly farther but didn't drive out to check. Last year they put us about 1/2 mile out of the bay and we caught keeper northern and released walleye. Northern were smaller, 2-3 pound range. It was too cold to venture out to try other spots so the fish had to come to me. Good luck if your're going up. Name: Travis Lake_of_the_WoodsJust got home from a trip out to Long Point Resort. Many nice fish. 3 over 19" and all were put back. Caught around 40 fish between 3 guys and kept 20. Fish are out in the deep waters there, its worth the time to stay out there. Name: Need Help Upper_Red_LakeGenno 22, Sorry to hit a sore spot with you. I didn't know you are the "AL LINDERS" of fisherman!!! I would just like to know how many times you walked into a bait shop and asked how or maybe where they might be biting? If say none we all khnow your full of _____! For the rest of you who actually gave me some helpful feedback, Thanks. Name: Joseph Lake_of_the_WoodsHow's fishing on L.O.W this week? Color,Depht and whats catching? We will air it on our National web Radio show on www.SantaRosaFloridaFishing.com this sunday, if any of you knows what is happenening on other parts of Minnesota we would greatly appreciated. Thank You Tight Line P.S. If you can send the reports by tomorrow, this is when we record the show. Thanks again Name: Casey Lake_of_the_WoodsCan anyone give me some info on Ice fishing packages? Rental Houses, Guides, Some one mentioned something to me about ballards????......Billards????.... Looking for Walleye and pearch. Name: Andy Gull_LakeNo sweat, Dave. It's all about having fun and helping a local charity, but winning a prize would be nice! I've caught fish the past 2 years in a row, but never made the top 150, so I'm hoping to break the spell this year. Stay warm and enjoy - there's some really great people out there. Name: cookie Upper_Red_Lakelast night i had 2 guys set up I gave them the oppertunitey to try 3 different houses. They were content to stay in the 1 house even though they had access to 21 other holes. I told them to take there vexlars and just check the other holes and they might be able to pick up a few fish since my sleeper house was slow.I guess there happy just to be fishing in such comfort.They did not want to do any leg work . oh well cookie Name: Fathead Dave Lake_BemidjiWell was out on Bemidji 2 nights ago, lots of action from small perch, and northern but couldn't keep them on the hook. they bite really light around 5pm to 7pm. on south end of lake. Nothing for walleyes though. Name: Jason D Upper_Red_LakeGeno 22, Ibet your the same way deer hunting, dont tell anyone your favorite spot!!!! But you dont seem to realize everyone goes out to have a good time and TRY to catch some crappies,Its not a limit that makes most people happy, its the commoradary!!!! thank you for all your time... BIG BRCYE!!!! Name: Fathead Dave Gull_LakeThanks for the info Andy! It might come in handy at the contest but you never know? Well I am getting nervous already and it is 3 days away. I just hope the weather holds out. Well we will all have fun catch or no catch right? Name: cookie Upper_Red_LakeWent out at 7am to house that caught 25 day befor .mimmow got swiped 2 times went to different lure caught 1 crappie in 1 hr. Just checked guys in sleeper they only had 2. Got my work cut out for me, will have to move my sleeper all fished out.will give report tomorrow going out earley to wet my line. COOKIE Name: wazman Mille_Lacslab dude, were all of senic bays houses in the bay?how big of northern did you catch,we aqua-vued a few very big pike two years ago.didnt do well there though but it was late in season.they seemed like decent people also. thanks and good fishing Name: lab dude Mille_LacsTo Joe from Andrews: Most fish houses are pretty warm, have not rented from Eddy's before though. Others I have been in I've sometimes opened the door to bleed some heat off. I recommend a sleeping bag to sleep on top of since a lot of houses have a foam pad instead of matress. Just bring your tackle, a skimmer to keep the holes clean, and your bait bucket. I use a 'quiet bubbles' aerator (about $15) to keep the bait alive. Bought mine at Fleet Farm. It runs nonstop on 2 D-cell batteries for several days easy and is much quieter than the cheaper ones. Also, bring along some long 'fireplace' matches or one of the grill lighters since they are very handy for lighting stoves and propane lights. Hope you have good luck. Cold front killed my fishing trip. Name: Tom Upper_Red_LakeDOGHUNTER: The landing where you pay, they will tell you where the cribs are, but I would not bet my life on them. The crappies schools move, the cribs do not. Last year we were fishing 200 yards past the cribs out of Benz-o-matic. Just ask the owner and they'll tell you. Good luck! Name: Tom Upper_Red_LakeMost of you are correct in saying that there is no magic spot and there is no guarantee that you are going to limit out either. you can go out of pretty much any landing and with some luck you will find crappies. The bite is inconsistent right now for good reason. It will get better but that does not mean paydirt everytime and that is not the intent. I have fished upper Red for crappies for the last 4 years and have had many good days and some bad ones. It's all in the sport. Sounds like soe people may be dissapointed if they don't hammer 15 slabs in an hour. Let mother nature and some good luck take care of you! Try not to have too many expectations when you plan your next trip. Listen to the locals who are posting here because they know what they are talking about. Cookie is the best reference we got on this site because he literally lives on top of upper Red. Yes you can drive full size trucks out now. And there are websites to find house rentals up there. Unfortunately we cannot post them here. Get on the web and be creative. Good luck if you go to Red, but don't expect limits everytime. Peace! Name: BAGGY Upper_Red_LakeWe went to Red Lake 1-10 through 1-12. We went out of Hillman's about three and a half and five and a half miles. We had six people and we cought one limit in two nights.(crappies only). We also cought five or six nice notherns. The bite was slow I would expect a weather change and a little bit of time for the action to pick up. Good Luck! c-ya bye Name: BAGGY Upper_Red_LakeWe went to Red Lake 1-10 through 1-12. We went out of Hillman's about three and a half and five and a half miles. We had six people and we cought one limit in two nights.(crappies only). We also cought five or six nice notherns. The bite was slow I would expect a weather change and a little bit of time for the action to pick up. Good Luck! c-ya bye Name: BAGGY Upper_Red_LakeWe went to Red Lake 1-10 through 1-12. We had six people and we cought one limit in two nights.(crappies only). We also cought five or six nice notherns. The bite was slow I would expect a weather change and a little bit of time for the action to pick up. Good Luck! c-ya bye Name: JOE Mille_LacsPLANNING A TRIP FOR JAN 26-29 THROUGH EDDIE'S FIRST TIME UP ANY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS WOULD HELP. hOW WARM ARE FISH HOUSES,WHAT GEAR TO BRING,ETC. THANKS AND GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE Name: mike Mille_LacsWhy was my complaint about a resort "snipped" but nobody else's has? I heard a report of a huge musky caught on West Battle, can anyone confirm that? Caught some nice crappies on Holland lake in Eagan, anyone ever trout fished there? I caught some eater 'eyes 2 weeks ago on West battle in 32 feet, has anyone else been fishing that deep? Thanks for any help. Name: doghunter00 Upper_Red_Lakehow do i locate where the cribs are, Name: Jeremy Upper_Red_Lakewe're heading up for the first time this year. Had to go back to work so I had to cancel my weekday trips up there. We have four guys chomping at the bit for some nice crappies. If we dont catch any we still have lake of the woods to look forward to. Going to try the cribs out of rogers. Name: Bill Lake_of_the_WoodsHows fishing out of the wigwam? depths to fish? what color hooks? Best times? thank you much Name: John Blong Brainerd_Area1-16-03 Last week's cold snap has made all the lakes in the Brainerd Area safe for driving. The only exception is the Black Hole on 371 Bay of North Long Lake. For some reason there's a big stretch of lake that just doesn't seem to want to freeze over. It's been the talk of the town. Everything from space junk falling from the sky, to the earth cracking below the lake. It sure has been fun reading all the theories in the letters to the Editor this last week. All I know is that with the exception of the Black Hole, you can drive anyplace you want to with a truck right now. The crappie bit has slowed with the below zero nights that we've been having this last week. The best bets are still Upper Cullen, Gladstone, North Long, Gull, Upper Gull, and Lake Hubert. The bulk of the fish are still suspended near shore points, located close to deep water. They're just not as active as before. Smaller baits with wax worms have been producing better than larger jigs with minnows. The walleye action has also slowed in the Brainerd Lakes Area this last week. Gull, North Long, Pelican and Lake Edwards are still producing, but the size has fallen off from the previous weeks. Getting away from the crowds has still been a key. Most of the fish taken this last week were caught in deeper water. With 32 to 45 feet of water being the most productive depth. The deep water Islands and saddle areas have been producing the most fish. A shiner minnow on a tip-up has been a tough combination to beat. The Jaycee's Ice tourney is coming this weekend on the 18th. Support a good cause and have a great day in the process!! I hope to see you out there. I'll be fishing on the North End of Polk's Flat in 35-50 feet of water. (along with 10 thousand other guys!!) Take care until next week!! Name: Bill Lake_of_the_WoodsHows fishing out of the wigwam? depths to fish? what color hooks? Best times? thank you much Name: lab dude Mille_LacsWas in Isle Bay Monday/Tuesday this week. Fishing was very slow, flasher would show fish but they kept their mouths clamped shut. Another rental close to me had a camera and was seeing fish but not hooking them. Seen some negative comments about resorts which I can attest to also but went out of Scenic Bay this year again and have had very good service. Booked again for next month. Was directly in the bay this time but others farther out were not having any better luck. The only action was on sucker minnows for northern. Small perch were 'somewhat' interested in jig/minnow jig/waxie combos but mostly had non-aggressive taps. Hopefully will have better results next month. Also, fyi, the ice is fine on that end of the lake. Cold front may have killed fishing but made more ice. Name: Doug Mille_Lacslots of bad fishing reports on dickies, going jan 24,25,26 any tips or positive feedback would be nice. Name: Greg Upper_Red_LakeThis stance that everyone is looking for an easy bite on ORL is insane. This lake is huge and pretty much the same depth throughout. Do what the pro's do and drill holes until you find them. Vexilar's and Aquaviews are great tools for finding the slabs everyone wants. If you find them today out of Waskish, you may not find them in the same location the next. Good luck! Name: Legendary Upper_Red_LakeI hate to see all of the whinning on this site. Even more so I hate the fact that you pulled me into it. I disagree with you Geno22. This site was created for people to come on here and find out information about a lake...and where the fish are biting. Other people want to enjoy the lake also. Let people talk...they have every right to ask questions so that when they travel hours to get to the lake, they can catch a few fish and enjoy their trip. Name: Greg Lake_BemidjiTo Chase Jacobson, How late at night are they catching the eyes in front of Library Park? Name: GENO 22 Upper_Red_LakeWake up Guys! Each and everyone of you so called FISHERMEN want the same thing? A MAGIC spot to catch fish or perhaps even a MAGIC lure IT wont happen in this life time. 1) If you dont put in your time why should anyone else. 2) Upper Red Lake HAS no ONE spot it's all a spot So forget Structer Fishing. 3) Anyone who has to ask where,and when, Should ask themselves WHY; Am I even out here? There is No free ride at work, Why should there be with FISHING. Find them yourself! Name: scottholk Lake_of_the_Woodsadam and rob, for south shore fishing, i suggest zippel bay resort, there is excellent fishing for walleye/sauger or northern pike close by. there is also some good burbot action. i think early is better for walleyes, but i find end of february or march for the big pike, as they start to move shallow to ready for the spawn. as far as sleeper houses go, i have only rented a six person sleeper at zippel, but it was 12x20, six bunks, 12 holes, kitchen table, cookstove, etc. very nice. not sure on the sizes of smaller ones, but plenty of room for 6 in the big one. check out www.zippelbay.com for prices, etc. good luck fishing. Name: Need Help Upper_Red_LakeComing up this weekend, can anyone advise the best location for "BIG" crappies? Also anything else besides crappie minnows as for bait to bring? I heard that you need to find a crappie crib, is this true? Name: Geato Maple_LakeI have noticed there is 12 to 14 inches of silt on the bottem of the lake try keep your bait above that silt on Maple Lake. Has anyone been driving out on Union Lake yet. Name: rob Lake_of_the_Woodswhat is the best month to fish for walleyes at L.O.W. Are their any guides that are better than the rest, and how big of sleeper shacks do they provide. thanks Name: Adam Hagen Lake_of_the_WoodsDoes anybody ever answer questions on this site or just ask them? Just wondering. Anyway, my question is...if a guy could go to L.O.W. ice fishing any time of the year (for the remainder of the year) when would be the best time and where would you go on the south shore? When is the best time to catch the big ones? Feb or March? In what depths? I hope to get some good insight but I'm always happy just reading peoples pointless comments as well. Please keep the fellow fisherman informed. Thanks. Name: Putsky Mille_Lacs~Cat-Daddy~, A group of us will be renting from McQuoids on the 24th,25th and 26th. I was curious as to the depth and location they had your house. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Name: PETE Small_LakesBIG CRAPPIES ARE HOT ON GRAND LAKE 25FT OF WATER USEING SMALL SWEEDISH PIMPLE WITH MINNOW HEAD 10-15 PER NIGHT
Name: PETE Upper_Red_LakeBIG CRAPPIES ON GRAND 10-15 PER NIGHT Name: Watts Detroit_Lakes_FishingI was wondering how the walleye bite on Turtle Lake? Watts Name: joe Mille_LacsI agree with walleye slayer - it's for fun - none of the resort owners are going to tell you that you will come home with fish. it's SLOW this year - work for them - not just sit around waiting for them to come in. i have a house on the same side as Mac's and Dickie's - don't know the operations, but feel that at Karpen's where my house is that they do there best to move their houses to wheere the fish may be. have been up ever weekend sence chirstmas and our luck has been varied - 3 small "throw back" perch and one 18" throw back walleye last weekend & i work morning and night for my fish. PS - love to see what that $200 house would look like - comfortable i'm sure! Name: Steve Small_LakesI just got off of Pike lake where i caught 10 nice walleyes and 12 13in crappies. The fishing was so good that i did not want to leave. I caught all of them right out in front of the auto club. Hope to see u out there good luck Name: Jroc Jordan Mille_Lacsfishing at dickies sucks.they jacked us for a hundrend dallors and only put us out 3 qauter of a mile out.it was only 14 feet deep in 24 hours we only caught 3 fish and they were smaller then my goldfish.Dont waste your time with dickies its like throwing your money down the icehole. Name: EJS Lake_of_the_WoodsWHEN YOU FISH SHALLOW, HOW MAY FEET OFF BOTTOM? FOR ARNESENS 1/30. HEARD ALOT ABOUT SHALLOW FISHING FOR SOME BIGGER ONES NEED INFO Name: ~Cat-Daddy~ Mille_LacsLogan, The house we were in from McQuoids was very nice. We rented a 10 holler so there was plenty of room. They have a car type stereo, a TV, nice table/chairs and shelves setup. Was also very warm even for a southern fisherman new to the term "below". Overall I give the fish house an A+. Hope that helps, ~Cat-Daddy~ Name: Paul Upper_Red_LakeI know last year produced many small walleyes, and several which would've looked great in the pan. Has there been any reports as to when there will be a legal limit on these fine-looking specimans? Sure fun to catch, though... Name: walleye slayer Mille_LacsYES...YES...YES The bite on Mille Lacs is slow but, there is a bite. I fish out of the Northern end (Red Door Resort). last two weekends we caught about 8 Walleye and a couple small perch. The new slot on the lake will make it difficult to catch keepers but, the biggies are out there.The eyes seem to be hugging the bottom as most aren't even showing on the locater and have to be tempted into a bite. Work a swedish pimple right on the bottom with a half minnow at first. They have hit everything from medium shiners to crappie minnows. If you are headed to the Red Door, expect a most plessent personal experiance from management if nothing else. Nice people and nice houses. See you all on the lake. Good luck and remember....it's all in fun
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