:raisin: Slayer. Often the only indication that a walleye had taken the bait was just a very subtle quivering of the rod tip. Children of all ages can enjoy fishing while accompanying their parents, making this a family vacation instead of just a hunting trip. There was a heavy mist on the water in the morning so I did not really get started fishing until around 9:30 am and the forecast was for an extremely hot day so it looked like I would be ending the day early too. While fishing for bass we also found lots of little snot rockets which were feisty and fun. The bigger walleye seemed to be feeding on the smaller ones as we had a 22 inch walleye cough up a 10 incher. July High Water Winnipeg River Walleye. I had very little success fishing the mid lake humps I normally fish in mid summer. This time I narrowly missed a severe injury that happened so fast it is hard to see in the video. I was totally unprepared and did not really expect to catch a muskie. Big Pike are opportunistic carnivores that feed primarily on other fish including Perch, Drum, small Suckers, Walleye and even other small Northern Pike. We had no trouble catching walleye within the slot size for eaters and those caught that were outside the slot size were generally larger rather than smaller. Besides, the windy days coincided with days that were not prime according to the solunar tables anyway – and I do find the action better when the solunar indicates the moon is right! I still managed to find spots where I was the only one fishing which is the way I like it! In reality it was probably closer to 90 seconds but felt like 10 minutes. The biggest fish of the morning was this 27 inch golden beauty. The Winnipeg River is fed by Lake of the Woods and flows northward through Northwestern Ontario into Manitoba and into Lake Winnipeg. !” But until they let loose, get away from the city, crack open a ice cold beer iced tea, cast their rod in and relax on a nice hot day on the river shores, they will never know what they are missing. I have just returned from a few days of fishing on the Winnipeg River. Eagle Nest Lodge - Upper Winnipeg River, Manitoba. The fish then migrate to reefs and points in that spring. Geez! I seemed to be doing the 8’s forever! It was feeding in just a few feet of water and we did catch others shallow in the evenings as well. The action was pretty constant and we hardly noticed the rain as we were busy hauling up walleye with average size being in the 20 to 24 inch range. We offer American Plan and Housekeeping Packages. November 8 – 28, 2021, Wolf 5. Northern Pike is just one of the many species to fish for on the Winnipeg River System • Credit: Bob Izumi. That ended up being a big waste of time as we didn’t get so much as a nibble there. There are few places in the world that can match the mighty Red River from Lockport to Lake Winnipeg and the Winnipeg River from Pine Falls to Lake Winnipeg. This was the first time I had to resort to using a drop shot setup to catch walleye this year. The walleye seem to be more scattered and I had better success finding them on points and transition zones closer to shorelines. Fighting the wind drains the trolling motor batteries real quick and I have never had much success getting an anchor to hold on a smooth rock bottom in a strong wind. Pike can be caught from the shore or through the use of our boats on the Winnipeg river. I thought that perhaps if they were to be concentrated anywhere they may be seeking out current areas so one morning we headed out to the Norman Dam at Perch Bay. For walleye, points worked best for us. If you require any further details or a list of references, please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with the necessary information. When it is windy I seek out sheltered locations and the fish seem to be there too! Water temps were 55 in most areas but as high as 62 in some bays – perfect for spring Crappie fishing. The only major diversion within the basin transfers water from Lake St. Joseph, which is part of the Albany River basin, into Lac Seul. Just wrapped up our annual Spring Fishing Classic and because of the extremely late Spring patterns were not at all usual for this time in June. Harry Walker The biggest walleye this weekend measure 27.5 inches and was caught on spinner with a Gulp worm. English-Winnipeg River System, Ontario. Kandiman. Water temps were averaging 64 degrees for the most part and we found walleye at their summer haunts in spite of the water levels which have risen 6 feet in the last couple of weeks. Spinner and jigs with dead minnows as bait seem to work best for walleyes. He finally bit and the fight was on! We found the fish to be biting real light and just nipping at the tails of our Gulp nightcrawlers attached to our spinner rigs. Smallmouth bass were were not attacking the bait very aggressively either but we caught a few really nice ones down deep while walleye fishing. Walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass and muskie fishing as well as great white tailed deer, black bear and moose hunting. When I first broke into this business as a guide on the Winnipeg River, I was lucky enough to have bass in the system. The perch and rock bass would often strip off the live crawler but at least I was not fishing with a bare hook as they couldn’t pull the Gulp crawler off. Fishing an area where the boat high traffic is normally high during a period of low traffic certainly paid off for us. It was great! Minaki is the departure point for over 100 water-access cottages in the area. We kept enough for a good feed and opted for an early walleye supper so we would have a couple of hours of daylight left after for some more fishing. I got off to a late start and missed the Labour Day long weekend due to other commitments but did manage to get out fishing in the Minaki area a few times after that. Also found decent pike deep while checking out deeper summer walleye areas. When the pike thrashd as I was removing the look my long nosed pliers jumped up and poked me right in my glasses leaving a large deep gouge. October 19 to November 8, 2020, White-tail Deer Rifle After supper we decided to target northern pike in a large weedy bay and didn’t have great success. We caught a couple of hammer handles but I also caught what would turn out to be the largest walleye of the trip – a 24 incher. Consider your sunglasses to be saftey glasses and an essential item when fishing! I suspect that the walleye will be moving into their summer haunts any day now so if fishing the Winnipeg River be sure to check them out too. Who remembers their mom saying “you’ll poke your eye out!”? I stowed the net and other gear and headed back to camp. 01-11-2008, 12:15 PM. There's always a spot to fish, no matter the weather. On August 1 they are still at the same levels as a month ago and this is something that has really not happened before as long as I can tell from looking at the records. By Bob Izumi. Sandy River Outfitters offers year round fishing-only packages at our lodge on the banks of the Winnipeg River and we offer fishing to all of our Spring and Fall bear hunters as a part of your hunting package. Fishing for All. We went out for a few hours in the morning on Thursday before the start of the Canada Day long weekend and took the opportunity to fish in what is normally a high traffic area. We caught a few more large pike while bottom bouncing deep for walleye. Fishing the Winnipeg River is a professional fishing guide service for full day trips on the Winnipeg River, Manitoba, Canada We would only catch a couple at any one location. We “saved” some lost tourists from Minaki and they had just one walleye in the livewell. Winnipeg River System Chip. This all-inclusive resort checks off every box on your fishing trip wish list. The bite was extremely light and the hits were unbelievable subtle even using 6 lb test line with a light action rod. Did you see it? Fishing. Here is a few hot fishing spots in the Winnipeg area…. The fishing is beyond anything you've ever known. We have been fishing the Winnipeg river system in the Minaki area for the past few years and I would be interested in knowing if anybody knows of a good map chip for this area? This year the water levels did peak on schedule and at levels slightly above the high water mark. Contact our team to create a package that fits your desires for an exceptional trophy Manitoba fishing vacation. I don’t think they were on the nest yet but did find a couple of pairs. The biggest we caught was 24 inches. Fish and Relax on the Upper reaches of the beautiful and remote Winnipeg River at Eagle Nest Resorts. Frank with one of the pke caught trolling for muskies. Fishing in a northern paradise Four fully serviced cabins with everything you need to relax and unwind while your adventure begins The average walleye size we were catching was in the 20 inch range which was outstanding! The *$%#@*!! This channel, built in 1935, adds 80 m3/s of discharge on average into the Winnipeg River system … Smallmouth bass spawn in late May and Early June during the Spring bear season and these fish offer great adventure for our anglers. If the anchor does hold in the wind that usually means it is wedged in a crevice and it may be the last time I see that anchor. © 2017. Now I had to turn on the camera while fighting the muskie with one hand and hope I didn’t lose him. Northern Pike are a favorite with our anglers for the fast strikes, the relative size and the strong fight these fish put on for our fishing clientele. Fighting the wind makes my trolling motor battery run out of juice very quickly and I don’t like dropping anchor because it rarely holds on the smooth rock bottoms where I like to fish. The Winnipeg River System is renowned as a great fishing and scenic waterway. Great Fishing…”upscale” accommodations available in a remote, private and peaceful setting on the mainland at Minaki on the Winnipeg River System. Fishing the Winnipeg River. We set aside yesterday afternoon to target some keeper walleyes. The river is 235 km (146 mi) long from the Norman Dam in Kenora to the mouth of Lake Winnipeg. Trophy Northern Pike Fishing Northern Pike is one of the most common and widely found fish in Manitoba. There are many excellent fishing spots along the way. The Walleye is the largest member of the Perch family, and can weigh over 20 lbs. We got it all figured out however and count the fishing trip as a great success! Boats were absent from the water for the most part as the June tourists were on their way home and the July tourists had not yet arrived. Welcome to Eagle Nest Landing Manitoba, Canada Housekeeping – Self prepared meals. There were a lot of boats on the water as many had booked their vacations to be around the time of Canada Day or Independence Day. Guests can enjoy fishing for Bass, Walleye, and Northern Pike in Gun Lake, Rough Rock Lake, Pistol Lake, Little Sand Lake and Big Sand Lake. My afternoon of muskie fishing turned out successful after all. We are located in one of the best fishing areas in the Kenora area, only 1 kilometre down river from the Norman Dam. Winnipeg, MB R2N 3K7 Areas with some current produced the best for us. 11 Sauve Crescent Winnipeg, MB R2N 3K7 Canada. A lot of people always say… “Why Fishing?!? If you are looking for a fishing getaway, the Winnipeg River is a destination to add to your list. This winter wonderland on the Winnipeg river just minutes from Kenora...Believe it. The river and the lakes offer spectacular fishing opportunities for walleye, … October 18 to November 7, 2021, White-tail Deer Rifle The Winnipeg is a steady producer of trophy fish. They were everywhere at every depth but were sparse. The usual summer pattern for walleye fishing has been affected somewhat – for me anyway. Eagle Nest Landing is your drive to wilderness adventure playground. There were many very windy days and I avoided those also. August 31 to November 1, 2020, White-tail Deer Archery Located on the Winnipeg River system, Trail End Camp & Outfitters offers charter boat service in Manitoba. Before spawn and post-spawn, lures that look like minnows are extremely effective. The biggest walleye was 28 3/4 inches which is considered a trophy. 2 English-Winnipeg River System fishing trips listed below; Tetu Island Lodge. Most of the walleye caught that afternoon were quite small but we did get the eaters to take home that we were looking for. Northern Pike can be found in the numerous bays on our river system - many over 36" and some pike over 40 inches. The water levels on the Winnipeg River in Ontario usually peak in late June / early July and then begin to rapidly decline. Unlike other years the water levels have not declined. The early summer walleye bite continues to be hot! Jig Fishing Big Walleye -Fishing Winnipeg River Green Backs- Jason Mitchell Outdoors - Duration: 20:36. We fished for walleye in the morning for the most part and spent the afternoon targeting smallies. I began my figure 8 and the muskie kept following the lure. Our convenient location on the Winnipeg River System makes it easy to reach five well-stocked fishing lakes by boat with no portage required. Our lodge on the banks of the Winnipeg River offers some of the best fishing in Manitoba for Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Goldeye and a variety of other fish. Winnipeg River are run-of-river systems, and have limited storage capacity. October 18 – 31, and November 29 to December 12, 2021. Our 5 lakes & river system is famous for outstanding Northern Pike fishing. We saw some boats doing just that! The size, hard fight and tasty table fare make this fish one of the most sought after game fish in Manitoba. For the few days we were fishing we found that walleye were really scattered and didn’t seem to be concentrated in any particular areas. Watch the video below and see if you can spot what happened. I was a bit surprised as I was using a large muskie sized bull dawg lure and he inhaled the whole thing! August 31 to November 9, 2020, White-tail Deer Muzzleloader TOP 5 FISHING SPOTS NEAR WINNIPEG. While I still spend more time walleye fishing, my favourite fish to catch is a smallmouth. This year the water levels did peak on schedule and at levels slightly above the high water … The Winnipeg River winds for 235 kilometers northwest from Lake of the Woods, Ontario to the mouth of Lake Winnipeg near Fort Alexander. There are many lakes that are part of the system including Rough Rock Lake, Big Sand, Gun, Pistol and the Winnipeg River. They fish for Walleye, Northern Pike, Sturgeon, Smallmouth Bass, and many other species that the area has to offer. 11 Sauve Crescent I got out walleye fishing on July 7 and the action was hot just like the weather! With three hooks on the rigs we were catching them but with just two we found that we missed them. 01-11-2008, 11:21 AM. I found that I had no confidence that I actually had a live crawler left on the spinner rig with all the perch and rock bass nipping at it. This is late in the season for us and usually around mid October I am pulling the boat out of the water for good so I was not sure of exactly what the fish would be doing this time of year. The rock shoreline really brings out the magic of the Canadian Shield which gives you access to amazing paddling and fishing grounds in the area. My solution was to put both a live crawler and a Gulp crawler on the rig at the same time. We are an ideal choice for families with young children interested in a safe, “high success rate” for their kids first adventure fishing. The Winnipeg River system was used by natives for thousands of years before European contact The Winnipeg River system was used by natives for thousands of years before European contact. August 30 to November 8, 2021, White-tail Deer Muzzleloader Pike seemed to be the only species that were really attacking the bait. The fish seemed to be suspended about half way down steep points and were enticed by crawler harnesses trolled past their noses. There were also an additional 80 + boats on the water in the area because of the annual Minaki Walleye Tournament. Northern Pike are active voracious feeders and extremely predatory. Water temperatures on the river were 59 to 60 degrees. Quite commonly you will find Walleye and Lake Whitefish in the water system. Most involve bass fishing, which happens to be a passion of mine. Along the way I decided to take a few casts in one more spot. Pine Island Lodge - Pine Island Fishing Lodge is located on the Winnipeg River System and Crowduck Lake in Manitoba. Northern Pike are a favorite with our anglers for the fast strikes, the relative size and the strong fight these fish put on for our fishing clientele. 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