A hole is a deep pocket of the lake, usually depressing in a circular shape with the deepest point in the center.
This example can be totally different depending on the location and water body. The keys to finding Walleye are their relation to the structure of the lake, what types of cover they use, and how water temperature and light conditions affect their feeding habits.Targeting structure is the primary factor in finding Walleye.
I really like natural colors like Black, White and Brown. Structure can be broadly defined as a-typical, or ideal areas of the water body’s floor that transition in depth or consistency from the general make up of the lake.
Identifying cover and structure is critical for learning how to catch Walleye.Almost everyone who fishes Walleye in your local area will talk about what depths they are producing fish. Cast 5-10 yards away from the boat and let the chop drift your Slip Float through the target area. When the sun is high at midday, Walleye move deeper and hold tightly to shade providing Cover. In general, fish within a watershed are quite similar and are genetically distinct from those of nearby watersheds. The worms top heavy design lets the tail end float up when sitting on the bottom.
Jigs are typically sized for 4-6″ Soft Plastics, and 1/8 Oz.
Lakes heat up first on the Northern side and hardbottom areas will be the warmest.
Once you figure out how to catch a few Walleye, you will greatly appreciate the challenge. Use a 1/4 Oz.
These should be trolled along expansive Flats and Reefs during the summer months. Beware, there will be a mixed bag of species in this approach. The walleye is sometimes called the yellow walleye to distinguish it from the blue walleye, which is a subspecies that was once found in the southern Ontario and Quebec regions, but is now presumed extinct. are sized for 2-3″. 27 inches (released fish …
Align your tackle selection to the water characteristics you have identified and execute the following techniques accordingly.Jigging is the act of presenting your bait near the bottom through lifts, drops and pauses to entice a bite. In my experience, Braid has offered a smoother, more accurate cast vs. Fluoro. Use the Medium power rod for artificial approaches like Crankbaits and Soft Plastics, switch to the Medium Light power for live bait. However, more finesse tactics like jigging and rigging live bait are best served under a Medium Light power rod. The challenge and their delicious fillets kick thousands of anglers into gear. If the bite is slow and I am marking fish, or if I am going for eater sized eyes I will use Flathead Minnows (2-3″). Walleye can feed in the rocky, sandy, or grassy shallows during the dusk and dawn feeding hours, then swim a few yards away to position themselves along the deep drop off during their low light preference of mid-day. If no chop is available, use a Trolling Motor at the lowest setting, or cast and retrieve.A more advanced tactic, Spinner Rigs are beaded blade rigs that can sport a single hook for trolling Minnows and Leeches, or a double-hook harness to sport a full Nightcrawler. An example would be a Mud Flat that ranges 10-13 Ft deep and spans a quarter mile. If you want to fish fast and avoid keeping bait alive this is your primary option. Red Octopus Hooks, Bronze Baitholder Hooks, Split Shot Sinkers and Walking Weights are all you need to get started. Identifying structural transitions is most often the key to finding Baitfish and their ensuing Walleye. They are picky and many of the slow days are out of your control. I am going to walk you through what bait & tackle to use when fishing for Walleye, where to find them, and how to use popular techniques to catch Walleye.
More advanced terminal tackle like Bottom Bouncers, Beads, Blades, Trolling Accessories etc.