";s:4:"text";s:39731:"Once you find the fish, try to keep with them. There may be a delay between the time an ordinance is passed and the time it gets into our database. Of the 354 walleye handled in the survey, 41% were 15 inches or greater. Walleye action is fair to good, with best success in early morning and evening into after dark when fish are in shallow to feed. Baits and presentations of choice include walleye suckers and shiners on tip-ups, dead-sticks, jigs, and jigging spoons. Crappie minnows, minnow heads, waxies, spikes, plastics, and Gulp! Guide service and package deals available. Flowages are man-made reservoirs and will often contain tons of different structures that fish will relate to. We did that for about five years and added about 1,100 trees to the lakes woody habitat. 2 Full Size Beds
Good morning, my best guess for snow totals we got with the last storm is +/- 10-12. Hawg Jim LeahyHayward Area Guide Service14975W Nelson Lake RoadHayward, WI 54843. These fish await your lure so they can give you a good fight. Contact Tom Leahys Guide service today for fishing outings on the Chippewa Flowage. WebBullhead Bob's Bar and Grill is located on Nelson Lake in Hayward Wisconsin. WebLocated in Wisconsin's Sawyer County, Chippewa Flowage is a 15,300-acre reservoir that offers some of the best fishing in the state. While this lake is filled with walleye, the timeless Northwoods experience will make up for even a slow day on the lake. My spots are your spots! Northern pike action is good to very good. I catch walleye when others are not. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. Walleye fishing is good and improving. Crews staked a number of lake trails, but otherwise on-ice travel conditions are still iffy due to the multiple layers of ice, snow, and slush. Perch are in deep basins, particularly on the deep, clear lakes. Crappie anglers are doing well when they find the fish, and locations vary from lake to lake. PO Box 7921|Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7921Call 1-888-936-7463 (TTY Access via relay - 711) from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Five feet readings are pretty normal. WebBluegill fishing is good to very good. Chuck has lived in Hayward Wisconsin all of his life and has fished the Hayward Area Lakes since he was old enough to hold a fishing pole. Lac Courte Oreilles Lakes Association Inc (Cola) [exit DNR], Local
WebFrom the quiet shoreline of Lake Thompson to the musky ridden waters of Lake Namakagon, Wisconsin fishing resorts are some of the best in the Midwest, and even in the United States. We are your one stop source for live bait, tackle, beer and liquor. Five years ago, we started having a couple of years where we had a lot of algae blooms in the first two weeks of August and then, in the late fall, that cleared up. On these portions of the river, the most important rule for success on the ice is avoiding the bustling crowds that can easily scare off winter walleyes. The flowage and Moose Lake are good if you like fishing really dark water. Green Bay is the most common walleye destination on the Wisconsin portion of the Great Lakes; however, the Chequamegon Bay around Ashland is underrated walleye water. Wisconsin Licensed Guide.
Be sure to bring your GPS! Current regulation: Walleye in Upper Turtle Lake are managed with an 18-inch minimum length limit and 3 fish daily Crappie anglers are doing well once they locate the suspending schools of fish in deep lake basins. Large numbers of smallmouth bass known as the acrobats of the north are very plentiful in Moose Lake. Menomonie, WI18 contributions Fishing Charter Tom is an excellent guide! The clear, spring-fed water keeps visitors coming back to Long Lake year after year, generation after generation. This backcountry lake is worth the extra effort to reach. Bluegill fishing is good to very good, with fish on/in flats, weeds, wood, rock, cribs, and other structure. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources|101 S. Webster Street . Plan to drill many holes and move with the schools for best success. Top baits include sucker minnows, fatheads, and shiners on tip-ups, dead-sticks, jigs, jigging spoons, and assorted jigging baits. When I first started coming here in 1985 for fishing on the lake, we had an overabundance of walleye in the lake. For me, its a, If youve lived in Washburn County for any length of time, youve probably at least heard of Hunt Hill. While partaking this unique Northwoods peaceful experience, enjoy the majestic eagles, alluring Loon calls, and rare Blue Heron with their nests. Now you wont be guessing where do I start?. Winnebago is known for its strong production of eater-sized walleyes, along with the ever-present possibility of a trophy-class fish. Crappie fishing is good to very good, but go prepared to drill many holes and move with the schools! WebWhile recognized as one of the best walleye and crappie lakes in Wisconsin, the pike, bass, perch, and bluegills also provide anglers with outings that will be remembered for a lifetime. Best depths On stained lakes, I like to concentrate my tip-ups in the 6-foot to 12-foot range. At 117 acres, Diamond Lake is a small lake and less popular than some of the countys bigger waters, but its a good place so sink a holeits filled with walleye. Sorry, no pets allowed. Webto soft bottom are excellent holding locations for walleye. How long have you been a member of the association? 7611W Pine Point Hayward, WI 54843, Phone: 715-462-3014 Fish larger spoons, rattlebaits, and live bait in deep water for big crappies. Two years in a row we stocked white suckers because we thought that the food population was diminished. Avoiding the walleye-run crowds can be the most difficult part of spring fishing, especially if you like to target these fish from the shore near dams. Look for fish on deep hard to soft bottom transitions and areas near shallow, low light feeding locations. The Chippewa Flowage has over 17,000 acres of water, 140 islands and over 200 miles of shoreline. During the day, fish deep weeds, humps, and other structure. From 2017 WI DNR spring fish Survey The DNR fish survey effort on Nelson Lake in 2017 was primarily geared toward adult walleye. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. baits on small jigs and teardrops are all effective. Ton of snow on top of a ton of slush but then about 8-12 of ice. My favorite time of year to fish the Great Lakes for walleyes is during the spring, when the fish will move into the tributaries to spawn. Be aware that getting off the packed paths and trails is asking for trouble, with most travel limited to walking, snowmobiles, and ATVs/UTVs. A recent survey concluded there is ample forage fish in the lake so minnow stocking isnt needed. WebMoose Lake is a true fishermans paradise and a great fishing vacation destination. Plenty of wildlife to view while hiking or hunting the national forest and state lands. The Hayward Lakes Area of Northern Wisconsin welcomes anglers of all ages to fish the over 50,000 acres of glacial lakes and rivers of Sawyer County. In the evening, fish move to shallow to feed on flats with deeper areas nearby. During the day, fish deep water and hard to soft bottom transitions. fishing boats, motors and pontoon boats available for rent. Walleye suckers and medium shiners on tip-ups and dead-sticks, and jigging spoons, are working well. Home to Specializing in Walleye: I fish several lakes in the Hayward Area. In the spring and fall, walleyes can be found in shallow, rocky areas that shore anglers can easily access. Electronics, including locators and cameras, help you get on the fish. Never release plants, fish, insects, or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that body of water. I generally use minnows in the spring and late fall, worms, and willow cats in the summer. We think it helped with some of the weed growth. During the winter months, I have had very good days on the boat running slow-moving rigs such as a Dubuque rig. Now we have a lot clearer water than we had in the past. Targeting these rocky structures with crankbaits or jigs and crawlers can lead to some of the best walleye fishing anywhere across the state. From seasonal changes to tips, tactics, baits breakdowns, and finally, lake reviews. Perch are also hitting small jigging spoons with minnow heads. WebWalleye fisheries in Nelson Lake, Sawyer County, Wisconsin By Rick Lindner Interviewed by Dea Larsen Converse, WICCI Science Writer Rick Linder is the President of Nelson Northern pike fishing is very good, with anglers catching good number of fish in most locations. Sarona is home to Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, a 600-acre nature preserve, with 7 miles of hiking trails, including the famous Bog Trail. The Long Lake & Sarona area also offer excellent golfing, miles upon miles of ATV & snowmobile trails, and incredible fishing opportunities. Allequash Lake, Vilas County. My observation is that its a bit better than it was four to five years ago. We took the lake down four feet. Captain Jeff Evans has been guiding multi species fishing trips for walleye, smallmouth bass, musky, and panfish in northern Wisconsin on the Hayward Area Lakes and Lake Superior. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. baits on small jigs and spoons work well. All guests are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. Winter activities include snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and ice fishing. Started April 1, 2020, By 5 Bedrooms
With these 20-35 degree days coming, I dont see any way the slush freezes up so lakes are gonna be a nightmare to traverse for a long time. Nothing like the walleye fishing of the late 1970s to mid 1980s in 87 spearing started and The DNR lowered how many are stocked since then. Large sucker minnows and shiners on tip-ups and quick-strike rigs are pulling in fish. I will use a similar Carolina rig approach using small VMC live bait hooks for willow cats and other larger live minnows. Winter guests get 2 days FREE if booking a week a Max Capacity (this includes adults and children 2yrs and older), Our boats are available for all guests and are open to the public for rental. Find fish around shallow to mid-depth weeds, brush, cribs, and other structure. For example, the mild winter of 2019/2020 allowed Mississippi River anglers' boat access to areas around dams throughout the entirety of the winter. WebGrindstone Lake is a 3176 acre lake located in Sawyer County. Daily rates available upon request. Come vacation with us on Wisconsins largest unspoiled wilderness lake. and on points in 12-22 feet. Green Bay is the most common walleye destination on the Wisconsin portion of the Great Lakes; however, the Chequamegon Bay around Ashland is Walleye fishing is fair to good, with best action in early morning and late evening into dark when fish move to shallower areas to feed. Fishing techniques depend on lake & time of year. Last year the lake was very popular for the fishing tournaments. All guest are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. From the observations, walleye fishing is good this year and theres were a few nice sized walleyes taken out of the lake by the tourists and people staying at the resorts. baits on small tungsten jigs, teardrops, and plain hooks are working well. The bass have moved to other areas of the lake, where there isnt all that dead weed composition at the bottom. All guest are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. Wisconsin is a premier destination for ice fishingin fact, nearly a quarter of the fish caught each year are pulled through a hole in the ice, and theres no better fish to catch (and eat) than the ubiquitous walleye. Minocqua Chain Walleye Project The Minocqua Chain is a 5,929-acre chain of lakes in Oneida County. Not necessarily Hayward but it seems the St Louis river by Duluth/Superior is an excellent Walleye fishery and a bit north of Hayward is lake Owen Yes, there have been changes. The Nelson Lake Association also maintains a Clean Boats, Clean Waters program at both public accesses. Trip ideas, insider information, giveaways & more! Fishing opener begins with avid fishermen filling their quotas of prized Walleyes and Crappies. Best baits include crappie minnows, waxies, spikes, minnow heads, and plastics on small tungsten jigs in gold and Wonder Bread configurations. In general, Sturgeon Bay and Green Bay are some of the best locations in the state to target truly monstrous walleyes. All guest are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. The current stretch of very cold temperatures might take some time to affect the inconsistent ice depths, as there is considerable insulating cover. Please call for information. I have found that the significant walleye feeding windows are much more time-dependent in the fall than in other months. Please ask us for their information. Visitors have access to the lake from The spring run is certainly an excellent time to target walleye on the Mississippi, but after the water temperatures move up and the spawn winds down, the fishing pressure drops significantly. we are 'the leading edge' I Share on HSO, Copyright 1998-2023 Hot Spot Outdoors - WorldWide WebResults Inc. - Powered by, North American Fishing, Hunting, Outdoors. Long Lake offers several resorts, bait shops, restaurants and attractions making this On the Mississippi River, I favor willow cats or even small bluegills for trophy-sized walleye. WebSawyer County, 5139 Acres. A landing on the lakes north shore offers access. While we can't break down each lake individually, we did reach out to Ben Patschull, a lifelong Wisconsinite and Mississippi river rat with a burning passion for walleye fishing. 3 Full Size Beds
Serving the Hayward Area for over 75 years, Jenks Bait and Tackle is a complete one stop shop for all your bait and tackle needs. WebHayward wisconsin fishing guides increase your odds of catching your limit of fish or hooking that trophy. Monday started this week with freezing rain and snow, Walleye action is good to very good. Move with the fish. Fish are generally found near rocky points during spring and fall, and most are caught trolling crankbaits. We went on a 8 hour fishing trip with him. This summer we have been seeing about seven feet pretty regularly. If we can get rid of some of the weed growth over the spawning beds, we may see more natural reproduction. Crappie minnows, waxies, and plastics on tungsten jigs, small Jigging Raps, Tikka Minos, jigging spoons, and rattle baits are all producing fish. The best baits, which include small jigs and spoons tipped with crappie minnows, fatheads, and minnow heads, all work great. Use suckers and shiners on tip-ups, and/or jigging spoons/baits. Thanks to massive rebuilding efforts by the state Department of Natural Resources and anglers' groups, the bay's walleye fishery has risen from the ashes of virtual extinction during the 1970s to a world-class destination offering year-round action. It has a maximum depth of 90 feet. There are also several tournaments to enter for the fisherman that's looking for a challenge. Because the lake is undeveloped, be prepared to hike a bit to get there. hiring hayward native chuck roehl as your guide will increase your odds even more as he has spent a lifetime learning the behaviors of the local area fish on the chippewa flowage, round lake, spider lake and sissabagama. I have had good luck using the largest rosie red minnows I can find on some rivers and lakes, while chubs or shiners may work better on other waters. Steve Suman. Pete also offers action trips on Haywards smaller less pressured lakes. As clich as it is, all cabin-goers know it. View Map Premium Mapping WebGrindstone LakeSawyer County, 3176 Acres. 3 Bedrooms Loft
WebLake Chippewa is a 14593 acre lake located in Sawyer County. Northern pike fishing is very good to excellent, with anglers catching good numbers of big fish. The lake is near the community of New Post and on the lakes north shore, youll find the Blueberry Lake Oasis, a friendly warm-up spot. Sign up for our e-newsletter to get trip ideas, contests & more.
We have the lake divided up into thirty-one sectors and we have members that volunteer to inspect each sector for invasives every year in June and August. Max Occupants: 5
Hayward Tourism Hayward Hotels Hayward Bed and Breakfast Hayward Vacation Rentals Hayward Vacation Packages Flights to Hayward That has had an impact on the bass fishing. Dont click the link. THE NORTHWOODS GRAND FISHING TOUR $450 Eight hours of fishing with up to 4 people in boat. Foot travel remains the best mode, though many anglers are taking snowmobiles. Depending on the day, I will usually bring along leeches and crawlers since sometimes one will work better than the other. Max Occupants: 4
All of our cabins are smoke free and include fully equipped kitchens, bedding, satellite TV, and air conditioning. The Spring walleye run on the Wisconsin is the busiest time to fish. Disturbing the sediment can keep them interested. I will often troll deep diving cranks like a reef runner rip shad or a Rapala down-deep husky jerk. Therefore, the only way to know for sure if a water body has an ordinance in effect is to look for a sign posted at a public boat landing. The Chain includes Kawaguesaga, Minocqua, Jerome, Mid, Tomahawk, Little Tomahawk and Mud lakes, along with the Ronnie D 3 Bedrooms
As such, data was not collected for northern pike, yellow perch, or black crappie and those species are not includedin this report. You can fish for large numbers of musky and walleye. The bass population has decreased a bit, but the size has increased. Privacy Policy|Accessibility Statement, Wisconsin Northland Outdoors Guide Service, Remove any visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting equipment, Eliminate water from equipment before transporting, Clean and dry anything that came in contact with water (Boat, trailer, motor, net, fishing gear, swimming stuff, clothing, people, dogs, etc.). Features Boat Landings (6) Public lands or parks within 1000 feet of the lake (2) Grindstone Lake is a 3176 acre lake located in Sawyer County. The lake is small and hourglass-shaped, surrounded by the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest. I second the Chippewa Flowage. Great fishery; decent walleye population; pretty scenery; close to Hayward. 3 Full Size Beds
Depending on the lake, fish can be on shallow weeds, wood, and brush, or schooling in deep holes and basins and/or suspending over in/over more than 30 feet. Steve Suman. Pound for pound they fight the hardest of any fish. IT is a FLowage with lots of stumps and fish cribs etc. Max Occupants: 5
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Treelands The Original, Timber Kove and the Treeland Farm RV Resort are located in the North Central part of the Chippewa Flowage, centered around Musky Bay. Nice largemouth, Walleye, muskie, perch, Bluegill and Crappie present. Also available; fall grouse hunting trips. Bluegill fishing is very good to excellent; perch fishing is good. Cant imagine trying to drive something with wheels through that crap. Good morning, my best guess for snow totals we got with the last storm is +/- 10-12. Walleye suckers and medium shiners on tip-ups, fatheads on dead-sticks, jigging and flutter spoons, blade baits, and small finesse baits can all be very effective at certain times. I will also troll crankbaits around these areas to pinpoint a depth that the fish are holding at. WebLong Lake, Wisconsin Share Long Lake Long Lake, which stretches 19 miles and reaches depths of over 70 feet, is known as the Walleye Capital of Wisconsin. Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron, Michigan. Fish for Muskie, Walleye, Crappie, Bluegill, Perch, Northern Pike, and small and Largemouth Bass. Concentrate on shallow to mid-depth weeds, weed edges, wood, rock, and structure. WebHistorically, the Chippewa Flowage has been considered a premier muskellunge lake and earned the reputation as the waters that produced the world record musky. 2 Bdedrooms
Pretty horrible time. We hope that helps because its supposed to open up some of the spawning beds. Live bait is always an effective way to catch walleyes on rivers. WebMoose LakeSawyer County, 1559 Acres. The 292-acre lake is teeming with walleye, making this a good bet for an ice fishing adventure. Home to more than 200 fishing friendly resorts, Wisconsin lakes and rivers have been welcoming anglers of all skill levels for generations.
Trolling crankbaits over reefs of 20-30 feet of water is a great method to locate walleyes during the summer. 14975W Nelson Lake Road Hayward, WI 54843 As mentioned previously we are doing a lot of things to bring walleye back. Long Lake offers several resorts, bait shops, restaurants and attractions making this a premier lakeside destination. Max Occupants: 4
It has cleared up quite a bit. WebMike Best Guiding offers professional fishing and ice fishing guide services in Northern Wisconsin with over 20 years of experience guiding the lakes in the Hayward, Pats Landing and Oak Shores are located along the South West shoreline of the Chippewa Flowage off of Chief Lake. Here are four of the best winter fishing spots for walleye. Thanks guys. Looks like there are a few lakes to checkout. This website may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. On larger rivers like the Mississippi, man-made structures such as wing dams are excellent places to find feeding walleyes during all four seasons. Fished Placid this weekend. Fish are still in and around shallow structure, and small inline spinners are great for finding active fish. Moose Lake is approximately 9 miles long with a rugged shoreline and is surrounded by the Chequamegon National Forest making it a true fishermans paradise. The fish moved to deep weeds and flats with structure and the best bite is just before sunset into dark when fish move shallow to feed. Yea but I got a friggin possum under my feeder! Look for fish near bottom, but check the entire water column. We caught a variety of fish, while most 40+ were walleye we also caught perch, crappie, blue gills and northern pike. Boating Ordinances. When trolling deep diving cranks over reefs and around shipping lanes is not productive, using heavy bottom-bouncers and spinner rigs with crawlers can be a great alternative. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. Follow up by downsizing to smaller baits. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. I think overall, there has been a fifty percent reduction in weed growth in some areas along the shoreline. Do you feel like you are going to be able to keep on fishing for walleyes in the lake? Give us a call if you have any questions regarding guides and were happy to steer you in the right direction! Crappie fishing is good to very good. 3 Full & 2 Single Beds
If you've never been to Perlick Distillery, Long Lake offers a variety of incredible restaurants. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. 3 Full & 4 Twin Beds
During the warmer months of the year, I have had very good luck using jigs and leeches around cribs and off rocky points. Leftovers!, i keep watching but havent seen any yet!!!!!!!!! We hadnt been seeing a lot of suckers, so we stalked 1,000 suckers two years in a row. This method of fishing is not always the most exciting, but there is no better way to locate where fish are feeding. Look for pike near shallow weeds, rocks, humps, points, and other structure, as well as some fish on deep ledges. Chief Lake Lodge has beautifully crafted cabins in varying sizes to fit all of your groups needs. Do you have hope? During the day, focus on deep weeds, humps, and points. Couderay, WI 54828. Hayward. Your browser is not supported for this experience.We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. It has a maximum depth of 90 feet. Wherever I am fishing for walleyes in the summer, I will always mix in some trolling. Learning to fish wing-dams is the best advice I could give an angler looking to target walleyes on the Mississippi River. As temperatures begin to fall, the walleye will start to locate in shallower waterwalleye transition in the fall from feeding primarily on insects and other invertebrates to minnows and other baitfish. Walleye suckers, shiners, and fatheads on tip-ups, crappie minnows on dead-sticks, jigging spoons, and jigging baits are all producing good results. It is fed by the West Fork of the Chippewa River and the Big and Little Moose Rivers as well as many springs. Use maps to identify underwater structures like shallow reefs where baitfish will congregate. Use crappie minnows, waxies, spikes, plastics, and Gulp! No way I was gonna move around and try other spots. We bought our cabin up there in 1970 so very familiar mwal Participant Rosemount,MN Posts: 998 WebHayward's calm waters and the Chippewa Flowage, Wisconsin's third largest lake, attract anglers year-round. Learn more about accessibility at UWMadison. Northern pike fishing is good to very good, with fish in 3-22 feet - and moving between those depths. Waxies, spikes, plastics, and small minnows on small jigs and teardrops worked slowly produce for both species. WebWalleye fisheries in Nelson Lake, Sawyer County, Wisconsin By Rick Lindner Interviewed by Dea Larsen Converse, WICCI Science Writer Rick Linder is the President of Nelson Lake Association Where is the lake located? I have been a member since 2000, on the board since 2012, and been the president for past four years. For me, being very specific with my live bait choices has been the most significant factor in catching big walleyes through the ice. Therefore, the only way to know for sure if a water body has an ordinance in effect is to look for a sign posted at a public boat landing. Its not uncommon to finish a day with a nice limit of walleye ready for the frying pan. Fall fishing is at its best with Muskie, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, and Crappie getting ready for the long, cold winter months. Site requirements | Accessibility | Legal | Privacy | Employee resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. It has a maximum depth of 92 feet. There was some bass stocking that was done back in those years and the walleye population decreased significantly to the point where ten years ago we were down to four walleyes per acre. yea thye did that with moose hunting many moons ago. The Hayward, Wisconsin Area Lakes wide diversity of prime habitat hosts numerous species of fish. Theyre posting the same text, link and pics across multiple lake pages. All guest are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. Fishing looks to be not very active with peak fishing times around 8-9 AM. Focus on areas of shallow weeds, humps, rocks, points, and other structure, and concentrations of panfish and baitfish. Angles just have to figure out those times! Jig-heads paired with plastics like paddle-tails or grub-style baits are my go-to for most situations. Started January 21, 2019, By For more Hayward fishing guides click links below: Float or canoe down the West Fork of the Chippewa River. Set up prior to the peak bite window for best success. Looking for a delicious Friday Fish Fry?, Long Lake, the Walleye Capital of Wisconsin, offers incredible cabins, resorts and campgrounds, It seems as though Northwest Wisconsin is full of hidden gems. Plan a fishing or boating trip or vacation to Round Lake area and find places to stay near Round Lake. Waxies, spikes, plastics, and Gulp! WebRound Lake is a 3294 acre lake located in Sawyer County. During a 2021 survey, Upper Turtle Lake had an adult walleye population of 2.0 adult walleye/acre. 3 Full Size Beds
As most reservoirs were once free-flowing rivers, historic river channels can be identified using depth maps. There was a time where we had forty walleyes per acre.
All guest are to register/settle invoice upon arrival at the Bar. Bluegill fishing is good to very good. Find fish around shallow to mid-depth weeds, brush, cribs, and other structure. This year, a lot of that dead weeds are lying on the bottom and they havent really decomposed completely yet. Bluegill fishing is fair to good for fish in and around shallow to mid-depth weeds, weedlines, weed edges, wood, and basins. Moose Lake is a Class A musky lake and is one of the best natural reproduction lakes in the state for walleyes and musky. The best tip I could give to any spring walleye angler is to get to your spot early or stay late (after dark). Use small jigs and spoons with minnow heads, small minnows, and insect imitations, with tip-ups and tip-downs. The most productive baits and presentation are northern suckers and large shiners under tip-ups, with baits within two feet of the bottom. Moose Lake Country and the Hayward, WI Area offer a number of qualified guides. In warmer months, Sawyer County is a place where you can pick more wild blueberries than you can eat. However, fish movement does vary and depths as shallow as 2 feet Walleye suckers and shiners under tip-ups and dead-sticks, jigging baits and spoons, rattlebaits, and lipless crankbaits all work. It has a maximum depth of 17 feet. Have you seen any changes on the lake during the time youve been there? Guide groups on the ice of any size. Northern pike action is good to very good from shallow to mid-depth weed edges, points, and other structure, and always near baitfish and panfish concentrations. On the Mississippi River, keeping your boat out of winter storage is the best decision that can be made. Hard to tell with the blowing and drifting that was going on. Now we have seen some slight increase. The great sport of fishing is alive and well in Wisconsins great north woods. Look in lake basins (check the ice thickness closely and carefully!) 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