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NW Angle & Oak Island Lake of the Woods Ice Conditions Report

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NW Angle & Oak Island Lake of the Woods Ice Conditions Report

 

3/9/2016

Another year is in the books

Due to the warm temperatures and areas we need to travel to get to the island, ice fishing is done for the year.  The ice road is closing tomorrow. The bar, restaurant and lodging will be open through the weekend.  The snowmobile trail will be open through the weekend. We have lodging available if you would like to make one last trip out. Thanks for another great season. Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River location will be open for ice fishing through this weekend and spring river fishing starting Monday.

Check out some of these dandies!  On the left, Neil Fruechte reeled in this nice 28 inch walleye using a whole minnow on a light pink fat boy lure. On the right is a real nice 40.5 inch northern pike!

Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge 28 inch walleye was caught with a whole minnow on a light pink fat boy lure by Neil Fruechte 40.5 inch northern pike caught at Sportsman's Oak Island Lodge

Time to plan your summer trip! Give us a call 800-772-8411 or contact us online here.

Lake of the Woods South Shore Ice Conditions & Fishing Report

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3/9/2016

Ice Fishing Update
Right now we still have 15-25 inches of ice and plan to fish through this weekend in our day houses. The bite has been improving this week. Anglers have had the best luck in depths outside of Pine Island in 21’-33’ using bright colored small lures and jigs tipped with a minnow. Jigging aggressively 3-6 inches of bottom has been the best approach. Electronics really help pin point the fish. If you do not have one, we suggest trying one, we do have rentals available but be sure to call ahead to reserve, they go fast. We currently have openings every day this week except Saturday. Give us a call to make one last trip 800-862-8602!

Check out some the latest catches!
Ashley is on the left with a nice 18 inch walleye she caught this past weekend, guided by Beef and Jim Fuschetto is on the right with his 25 inch walleye he caught and released.
Ashley from the Iron Range reeled in this nice 18 inch walleye this past weekend. Nice catch Ashley. Guided by Beef Nice catch Jim Fuschetto! 25 inch walleye, released.

 

River Soft Water Fishing Update
It’s that time of year! To many, it seems strange for ice fishing and boat fishing to be going on at the same time, but this is very common in our area due to the difference in the lake and river conditions. This year it is certainly starting much sooner than normal but nonetheless, it appears spring is showing up early this year. 40 miles to our east, the Rainy River is starting to open up. There is open water 10 miles east of Birchdale landing right now. Birchdale is a small town east of Baudette. Due to the current in the river, this body of water opens before Lake of the Woods. As of right now we anticipate the Birchdale landing to be open after this weekend. We are now booking guided boat trips aboard an 18’-20’ boat equipped with a guide, poles, bait and fish cleaning. Hook into a mighty walleye, a monster lake sturgeon (the dinosaurs of the lake) or an aggressive northern pike!

Walleye fishing is open on the Rainy River and Lake of the Woods until April 14, closing for a short time and then re-opening May 14. Lake sturgeon season is catch and release now through April 23, keep one within size limits April 24-May 7 and catch and release again May 8-15. Northern pike season is open year round.  Spring is one of the best times of year to get into an aggressive bite! Take advantage of the early spring and get into some fun fishing action! Book your trip today 800-862-8602.

For a Rainy River Boat Access Map and directions click here

 

 

Ice Conditions and Ice Road Update 1/13/2016

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Ice Conditions and Ice Road Update 1/13/2016
Sportsman’s Lodge South Shore Lake of the Woods, MN

Fishing has been great! A full report to follow later today!
We are making ice but it is a slow process this year 10-14 inches is reported in the areas we travel and fish.

We travel on a private road but we do know many of you are eager for the latest information on the public roads. Here it is!

Adrian’s Road out of Four Mile Bay 12 mi north of Baudette off Hwy 172 – Allowing snowmobiles, atv’s and light vehicles. Wheeled houses up to 16′. No trucks! They are checking ice daily and hope to have enough ice next week to start allowing heavier equipment.

Morris Point road out of Morris Point 15 miles north of Baudette.
Allowing snowmobiles and ATV’s. No wheeled houses and no trucks as of yet however they will be checking again tommorrow 1/14 to make a decision for the weekend. For more information contact them direct at 218-634-2570.

If you venture out on your own we strongly encourage you to check with local resorts or bait shops before doing so. High current areas and the Rainy River are not safe yet.

We have some openings for lodging tonight and Thursday night and fishing available Thursday and Friday this week if you are itching to get fishing! Give us a call 800-862-8602. www.sportsmanslodges.com

Fish On!

After a day on the lake, stop by for food, drinks and entertainment!

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After a day on the lake, stop by for food, drinks and entertainment!

Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River Location 

The Sandbar 

  • Open daily 11am-late evening 
  • Daily Happy Hour 3pm-6pm $1 off domestic beer and rails 1/2 Price Apps Daily 3-6pm & 9pm-10pm Sundays– Free Apps 5pm—6pm 
  • New Large Screen TV’s, Musical Entertainment, Pull Tabs & Game Room

The Riverside Dining Room 

  • Open daily 5:30pm-10pm 
  • Friday—Surf n Turf 
  • Saturday—Slow Roasted Prime Rib 
  • Sunday—Bottles of wine 1/2 price with purchase of two entrees 

Plus more daily specials. Reservations suggested. Great selection of steaks, walleye, seafood, full salad bar and more!

Yes! We serve breakfast too! 
Our Dockside Dining Room is open daily 6am-10:30am

Sportman’s Oak Island Lodge 

  • Stop by the lodge for food, drinks, a game of pool and to watch the big game. 
  • Serving food and drinks daily 7am-9pm.

For more information and to view our menus click here.

Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall Sportsman’s Lodge has it all!

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Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall
Sportsman’s Lodge has it all!

Book your 2016 trip today. 3 Locations to choose from & 4 seasons to enjoy it. 
Lodging and fishing packages available. Click here to choose yours.

Itching to go fishing but short on time? Make it a quick trip!

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Itching to go fishing but short on time?
Make it a quick trip!

One night and one day fishing packages available Wed Jan 6, Sun Jan 10, Thurs Jan 14 and Wed Jan 20.

1 night lodging in a room or cabin and 1 day ice fishing including the fish house warm and ready for you just off a quiet groomed trail, transportation to and from the fish house, use of jig sticks, jigs, bait and tackle only $142* per person plus tax or include 3 meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner for only $190* per person. *based on double occupancy. Book your trip today! Click here http://sportsmanslodges.com/rainyriver/facility/lodging-request/ or call 800-862-8602. Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River location.

One Night specials