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April:
Great month for the experienced jig fisherman. Most of the fishing takes place on and around the reef areas, along the western shoreline. The most popular baits among anglers are the ¼ oz. to 1 oz. Jigs. Also a variety of blade baits, both the jig and blade baits are tipped with a minnow, and fished in 4 to 15 feet of water.
May:
Post spawn walleye are very abundant in the western basin. Nice 22" –26" walleyes are very common. Overall, May is a good month for bigger fish. Bottom bouncers with a 3-4 foot leader, containing 2 hooks, gold blade, and gold beads produce the best. Also casting a 30" casting harness or a weight forward spinner.
June:
June is a good consistent month for walleye fishing. The water is warming up and the fish are becoming more aggressive. This is a good time of year for the inexperienced angler. Walleyes tend to be easier to catch, limits are common, size of fish average 16" to 20", and the weather is nice. The most productive presentation this time of year is drift fishing, casting a worm harness or weight forward spinner tipped with a night crawler.
July:
No doubt the best month for catching a limit catch of walleye in the western basin of Lake Erie. The Ohio Division of Natural Resources has proven that the catch rate per angler is best during this month. July walleye fishing is Lake Erie’s best-kept secret. Don’t let the warm weather fool you, book you July walleye trip today.
August:
The water temperature plays a big factor on how active the walleye bite is in August. Generally, good walleye catches continue to be brought in through the first 15 days. After that, "the water tends to be too warm", and walleyes become very difficult to catch. They go deep and hug the bottom becoming very lethargic.
September – November 1st Hog Walleye: This time of year can be feast or famine. We are usually fishing east of Port Clinton 20-25 miles, north of Huron, Ohio. Definitely the best time of year for hog walleye. You may have your best day or your slowest fishing day. If you hit it on the right day, it can be awesome. |
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