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January 28, 2010

Walleye:
Walleye fishing continues to be good; however, the fish can be extremely particular when it comes to the size and type of minnow. Late afternoon into night are the most productive hours, especially just before dark. Look for fish in 5-30 feet of water (or deeper), and in assorted locations ; weeds and weed edges, drop-offs, break lines, bars, humps, and hard bottom areas. Walleye suckers, northern suckers, shiners, and fatheads on jigs or under tip-ups, and jigging spoons and Rapalas are all producing walleye catches.

Northern:
Anglers fishing for northern pike are finding good (though inconsistent) action, with sunny days the most productive. Look for pike near weeds, particularly green weeds and those holding panfish, and in depths from 4-20 feet. Large baits northern suckers, walleye suckers, and shiners ; fished under tip-ups will all catch northern. For trophy pike, fish larger baits in deeper water.

Crappie:
Crappie action is good and getting better, particularly in late afternoon and evening. You will find crappies near weeds and weed edges in water as shallow as four feet, and suspending over water as deep as 40 feet. Watch your flasher closely and closely check the entire water column. Crappie minnows, rosy reds, waxies, spikes, and plastics are the baits of choice. Fish them on plain hooks or small jigs, and if action is slow, try changing your presentation. Downsizing tackle and using fluorocarbon line can also increase your success.

Bluegill:
Bluegills are in and around weeds, weed edges, and cribs at various depths, from 4-20 feet. The smaller lakes appear to be producing the best action. Favorite baits are waxies, spikes, plastics, and Berkley Gulp! on plain hooks, small jigs, and teardrops/ice jigs.

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