Fall Walleye Fishing Tips – How do Things Change When Coming out of Summer, Through the Fall

Author: Daniel Eggertsen

All walleye anglers know when summer is ending and fall is beginning just by the way the walleye are acting and eating. As the water temperatures start dropping the walleye start feeding more. More food helps them to stay alive when they slow down during the cold winters. You will have incredible luck catching a walleye during the fall because they are looking for anything they can find to eat. They will strike at just about anything in the fall months. As the water gets colder, the walleye tend to move to the deeper waters around underwater structures such as island, humps and points.

Even though the walleye are on the move, trolling is going to work well for hooking the big fish. When you find a location that has many walleyes, you can jig or rig and catch many walleyes. You can use leadcore to get the bait lower down in the water. You should use an eighteen-pound leadcore test line with a ten-foot leader. The test line should have some stretch or you could snap the line in the cold temperatures. Before you even get out on the lake, you should look at a map to see where the underwater structures are because this is where you will find the walleye.

To fish with live minnows during the fall, you can catch your own. The best live minnow is one that you have taken out of the water you are fishing. These minnows will stay alive longer in the colder waters. You will also be able to cast the minnow more than just once and it will still be alive and moving. The bigger the minnow the more chances you will have that the walleye is going to take the bait. During the fall, the walleye are looking for bigger baits. They are also starting to slow down because the water temperatures are dropping so you need to present the bait to them in the area that they are located. They do not want to have to chase the bait at this time.

The great thing about fall walleye fishing is that the fish are going to be located in one or more areas instead of spread out all over the lake as they are during the summer months. They will be by the underwater structures, all you need to do is drop the bait right in front of them, and you should have your catch. They are hungry and prefer the food to come to them. You can use just about any presentation, but the live, larger bait is going to work the best.

The early fall walleyes will still be by some of the weed beds that are still around, but as these weed beds start to die off, the baitfish will move and so will the walleye. You could fish the weed beds as long as the walleye stay there. They will gradually start moving to deeper waters. You might see them in ten feet of water at the end of August and by the middle of September, they could be in twenty feet of water. As the temperatures keep dropping, they will move to water depths of twenty-five feet or deeper.

Author: Daniel Eggertsen

Many anglers start packing up their rods and reels and begin storing them away in the fall. This is a shame because crappie fishing can be just as productive in the fall as it is in the spring.

In fact, it can even be more fun and productive because there are fewer people out on the lakes and rivers making noise and scaring off the crappie. This means fewer distractions, less competition and better results for each fishing trip.

One thing that discourages anglers from fishing for crappie in the fall is the fact that they are more scattered out during this time of year than at any other time. This makes them a little harder to find. They are also more unpredictable so you may have to work a little harder but this just makes it more of a challenge and more rewarding.

In the fall the water temperature eventually becomes the same at all depths and the oxygen levels are higher so the crappie could be at any depth at any given time. This makes finding the crappie the hardest thing for the crappie fisherman to do.

However, don’t let this discourage you. With a few fall crappie fishing techniques you can increase the number of crappie that you reel in during any fishing trip.

Techniques for Fall Crappie Fishing

Fall crappie fishing techniques include a variety of things such as knowing what types of baits work the best. Everyone will agree that crappies are most attracted to minnows. In the fall when they are preparing for the long winter months ahead they will be searching for this food source.

When using artificial lures it is suggested that you stay under three inches in length. In most areas a one or two inch artificial minnow would work the best. You can also catch crappie with worms and crayfish. If you do use live bait make sure you keep it in a cooler and try to keep them as lively as possible for the best results.

You can catch crappie anytime during the day or night but the most productive times are usually at night. This is because the fish feed more aggressively during the late evening to early morning hours. Using an artificial light to draw the crappie to your position is a great technique used for night fishing.

The light attracts insects and bait fish that will in turn attract the crappie and draw them in your direction.

If you are fishing in an area where the visibility is low you can receive the best results with lures that make sound. These will cause vibrations in the water that will attract the crappie or you can use something with a strong odor.

When fishing in clear water crappie plugs, small jigs, bladebaits and spoons work very well. As a general rule jigs and minnows are normally the best to use. Sometimes combining these two together will attract the crappie much faster than using them alone, especially in the fall.

Let’s Go Fly Fishing In Colorado

Author: Jack Safford

Some of the most spectacular fly fishing in the United States can be found in the state of Colorado. In fact, when many people think of fly fishing, they automatically think of Colorado before anyplace else. It is true that Colorado has some amazing fly fishing places that have some trophy-sized fish in them.

CouponCabin   The Frying Pan River is well-known as one of the best fly fishing rivers in the entire state. This is a beautiful river with easy access. Located just outside of Aspen, the Frying Pan is host to a variety of trout including rainbow, brown and cutthroat. There are year-round hatches making fly fishing in any season possible for the avid fisherman.   Another great river in the Aspen area is the Roaring Fork. This diverse river varies from small and calm to large and mighty in places. The river is classified as wild trout waters and is easily accessible down the Rio Grande Trail. As with the “Pan”, year-round fishing is available. You will find mostly wild rainbow trout in the Fork with an occasional wild brook trout.

   The North Platte River was once used by pioneers to traverse portions of the West. Indians hunted buffalo along its shores, and its fish population has made it a legend among fly fishers. It is located in Northwestern Colorado and has been rated a gold medal river by experts. You will find many trout in the waters of the Platte and be able to enjoy some beautiful  at the same time!   In the Vail area, you can fish the Colorado River which is located in the scene Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a river that is mostly wide and deep with a gently moving current. Cottonwood trees line the shore providing many hiding spaces for the brown trout that are abundant in this water.

   The Arkansas River is located in the southwestern portion of the state and provides some great trout fishing for anglers. Mid-winter is a great time to fish the Arkansas for trout as is the spring time. Around Mother’s Day every year, many fishermen descend on the Arkansas for the annual caddis hatch which is huge. Brown trout feed on caddis and they come “out of the woodwork” for this hatch.   These are only a few of the places where fly fishing in Colorado is plentiful. The countryside is gorgeous and the fish plentiful. There are also lots of great lodges that accommodate fly fishermen on a year-round basis. Fly fishing in Colorado might be the piece de resistance for many fishermen. Check out this great state and enjoy your adventure!

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Branson Missouri Fishing

Author: Mark Ruda

For those dreaming of the ideal fishing experience, look no further than the lake shores of beautiful Branson, MO. With three large fishing lakes within the Branson area, your fishing options are virtually unlimited.

Enjoy a stay at a lakefront condo, and be only minutes from prime fishing spots. With a wide variety of other aquatic and land based activities available, Branson vacations are ideal for families.

Types of Fish That Can Be Caught in Branson  There are many different types of fish that can be caught within Branson lakes. These fish can be divided into two main groups, of most common and least commonly seen varieties. While one type of fish may be able to be caught in a specific location, it may not be available at the next one.

Common Varieties:  •    Small mouth, large mouth, and spotted bass •    Bluegill •    Channel Catfish •    Long Ear Sunfish •    Flathead Catfish •    White Crappie •    Rainbow and German Brown Trout •    White Bass •    Black Crappie •    Carp

Less Common Varieties:  •    Paddlefish •    Warmouth •    Striped Bass •    Walleye •    Cutthroat Bass

Best Locations for Branson Fishing:  There are three main bodies of water that serve as great fishing locations for those visiting or living in Branson. These three areas include Lake Taneycomo, Bull Shoals Lake, and Table Rock Lake. Each of these locations offers various different types of fish, and unique fishing experiences.

Lake Taneycomo: This is the area’s best bet for those interested in catching trout, since the cold clear waters are a breeding ground for various species of the fish. The lake was created in 1913 when the dam near Forsyth, Missouri captured the White River. Fly, bait, and artificial fishing can all be done here, and the lake itself consists of 2,080 surface acres.

Table Rock Lake: Table Rock Lake was created by the completion of the Table Rock Dam in 1958 and has over 43,000 acres of surface area with more than 700 miles of shoreline. This is the area’s second largest lake, and helps to provide power to over 7 million people. This lake offers great fishing for bass as well as catfish, and is host to a wide variety of other recreational activities as well.

Bull Shoal Lake: As the area’s largest lake, Bull Shoals Lake offers more than 71,000 acres of surface area and 1,000 miles of shoreline. Created as a result of the Bull Shoals Dam in 1951, this lake provides ample amounts of walleye, bass, and catfish. Since the lake has such an immense size, it is often used for many different recreational and water sport activities as well.

Although fishing can be enjoyed year round in Branson, trophy trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo and bass fishing on Table Rock Lake are best in the winter and early spring months.

Branson Missouri is a fishing lover’s dream with abundant lakes, over 200 species of fish available to catch, and the wide variety of other recreational activities that this bustling city offers. No matter what your fishing preference is, whether fly or bait fishing, you can find an ideal location to test your skills in Branson.

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North Carolina Trout Fishing – 3 Trout Varieties For Avid Fishers

Author: Abhishek Agarwal

With the many species of game fish waiting to be lured in the waters of North Carolina you will want to have a distinct advantage when you go angling for the most wanted and sought after sport fish – Trout! You will find it to your advantage to educate yourself about these fish and their feeding habits.

To begin with you need to know that there are 3 main species of trout living and breeding in the waters of North Carolina. These fish are:

• Rainbow Trout
• Brown Trout and
• Brook Trout popularly known as Speckled Trout

1. Brook Trout:
This species of trout is the only one that is native to North Carolina. Anglers can easily locate these fish in the cold waters of the mountains of Carolina. The black and white lower fins and bright colors are characteristics of the Brook Trout that averages in length of about 8 inches. So, a 12 inch trout caught will be something to make a trophy out of.

2. Rainbow Trout:
This is a very popular sport fish with anglers trying to get one for themselves every season and place where they can be found. Though this species of trout is native to the western parts of America it is believed to have been brought to North Carolina somewhere in the 80’s. The Rainbow trout is easily distinguished by its unique red or pink bands along with its black spots along with brightly colored red or pink gills. The rainbow trout averages a length of about 10 inches however; rainbow trout rarely exceed 10 inches in length. Rainbow trout prefer cold fast flowing waters rather than warm still lakes and ponds. You can expect a fight when you hook a rainbow trout; this is what makes angling for this fish so much fun.

3. Brown Trout
Native to North Europe and brought to North Carolina in the beginning of the 1900s this fish is known by its brown-yellowish color speckled by red, orange and black spots on their sites. Though reports of having caught Brown Trout larger than 18 inches in length have come in it is rather unusual to find a Brown Trout longer than 12 inches. Like their Rainbow cousins these species of Trout can put up quite a fight when hooked albeit in a very different manner. The Rainbow Trout will jump and trash but the Brown Trout will swim to the bottom of the water body and hide among the rocks and vegetation. You can find these fish in slow flowing water with a lot of minnows.

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North Carolina has an abundance of trout fishing destinations one can choose from. With the endless list of trout fishing destinations in North Carolina it is no wonder that anglers say that North Carolina is the only place to go trout fishing.

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