If you’re an angler, chances are you already know that catching a walleye can be very challenging. The reason is because they are somewhat fussy eaters and are incredibly skilled at stealing bait from hooks without getting caught. For the best results, check out these tips to help you reel one in the next time you hit the water looking for them.
When they’re in the water, walleye prey on fish such as minnows, leeches, worms and other small fish. So it is only natural that using live bait would be great for catching walleye. However, their appetite changes according to the season, so be sure to use the right bait depending on when you head out to catch one. For example, spring fishing puts more emphasis on minnows, while summer walleye tend to prefer night crawlers and leeches.
Adding a lure to your line is also great to use in catching a walleye. The right lure can catch the fish’s eye, looking like a fleeing baitfish that they hunt. There are numerous different lures you can use to achieve this effect and help you reel in a walleye.
One of these is a jig – the most common lure used on walleye. Jigs are good for sinking deeper into the water – where walleye tend to swim – making it a great choice. If you are really looking to land a walleye, you can add live bait to the end of your jig to add a scent for the walleye to gravitate to.
Another lure that can help turn the tide for catching this elusive fish is the slip sinker rig. When they feel resistance, walleye will let go of bait and swim away, leaving many anglers disappointed and empty handed. A slip sinker rig, however, eliminates the resistance by creating a more natural and free-floating bait, which lulls the walleye into thinking that the rig is safe. The walleye then takes the bait and ends up on your hook, allowing you to reel it in.
The staff at Watson’s Kaby Lodge knows fishing inside and out, and can help offer you fishing tips and recommendations for the best fishing spots on the lake. Book your trip today by calling 877-484-1672 and let us show you a fantastic – and successful – fishing trip in the Canadian wilderness!