July 26, 2010
Another great summer week, lots of warmth, a little rain and mild winds. Water temperatures settling into the mid-70s, reaching 80 degrees surface temperatures in the bright sun.
Walleye bite remains middle of the road to good and occasionally Great! Minnows, leeches and crawlers all seem to please the walleye population, although their cravings are not consistent.
This past week, depths on either side of 30' seem to be the only consistent denominator for successful anglers.
Slip sinker rigs, or jig heads kept near the bottom using live bait moving very slowly is a great presentation. Early evening hours are a good time to use your artificial, use deep runners or bottom bouncers to get your lure near the bottom.
Northern pike are again active, live bait, or jerk baits along deep weed edges is producing.
Smallmouth action heating up, shorelines and rock-piles are recent hangouts.
Walleye hunters, it's time to study your map, look for 30-40' structure near rock reefs or sandbars that hold baitfish. Sugarbush Island is a good start on Kabetogama as is the Martin Islands, Chase Island and the Ash River area you find Green and Larkin Islands that have good structure for warm water.
Pike really favor those deep weed edges found in Lost Bay, Nebraska Bay and Blind Ash Bay. Troll lures, toss jerk baits or big spinners for some great action.
Lots of sunshine, warm water and great fishing invite you to the Kabetogama/Ash River, it's been a great year, don't miss out!!
Phil and Ellen Hart, Gateway General Amoco Store
(218)875-2121
www.gatewaygeneral.com
gatewayamoco@citlink.net
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