Been way too busy to sit down and get online to throw up reports, but thought I would toss up a recap now that walleye season is coming to a close, to showcase other species on the prowl…
Been a banner year for crappies. They stuck to the basins most of the season, with some fish found mixed in with bluegills off the breaks and on shallow flats. Still finding them in the basins, and the bite should only continue to get better! We’ve had some clients pull in some brutes this year, and some good numbers of eaters as well!
Bluegills as mentioned above, have been mostly on shallow flats or suspended off of breaks. A few big ones mixed in out in the basins riding very high as well. They seem to be roaming a lot this year, more than most years. Maybe it seems that way because it’s been too cold to hole hop for long periods of time. With warmth, the ‘gills will become our main target!
Perch have also been a steady platform for fisherman hitting Lake Bemidji. While guests waited for the twilight walleyes bites, the perch kept them busy. Still some good perch fishing to be had!
Of course, the lesser targeted species are still out there to be had. ‘Pout are getting ready to spawn, as are the ‘bees! March will be a blast for both species!
Don’t let the end of walleye season keep you from the ice!