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Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

August 6, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

August 6, 2014

Different Methods, Same Results…

There has certainly been the need for flexibility this summer. What’s the saying?…if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. Such is the case. Both bait fishing and controlled depth fishing have been producing walleyes but it just depends on the day and the water that determines which method is used. Bait fishing has remained constant and has produced walleyes in about 14’-20’ water. Hammered gold spinners tipped with a leech or crawler is always a good bet to what they will bite on. As far as the controlled depth fishing, the hard north wind has muddied the water, so most anglers have headed north.

The water has receded somewhat within the last few days but because it is still higher than normal we continue to use our centralized loading/unloading system for our charter boats. Some of our boat slips are available for use at this time. Call our front desk at 1-800-862-8602 to find out what’s available as they are on a reserved-basis only. However, because of the fluctuating water, electricity is not available at this time. Next week’s weather looks like summer as the highs are in the 80’s with mostly sunny skies.

Tom Kenville Group

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Oak Island Lake of the Woods Fishing Report

August 6, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

August 6, 2014

Two Sides, One Goal…

Fishing on the Minnesota side has been tricky. The walleye bite has been finicky as they have been marking the fish but the fish have not been biting. However, Little Oak and Four Blocks have been producing in about the 22’-30’ range so set your sights (and your GPS) that direction. Gold or chartreuse jigs or hammered gold spinners tipped with a minnow can get the job done for you. You will find that the walleye bite is still strong on the Canadian side. In the evenings, head to the shoreline and the weed beds and you will find that the muskie bite is strong. Pink cowgirls have been working well but the smaller lures are getting them to bite just as much. The rash of fish flies seems to be ending just as the algae bloom is greening up the water. However, the weather looks warm and sunny so that should brighten things up as well.

The boat launch at Young’s Bay is open. The water is high at the lodge but boat docking is available and we continue to make changes to keep the service available and safe.

Bryan Viles

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Oak Island Lake of the Woods Fishing Report

July 9, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

Find the Islands, Find the Fish…

Jig fishing and spinners is the way to find the fish in depths of 20’-30’ by Little Oak, FlagIsland or BrushIsland. If you’re on the Canadian side of the water, try FalconIsland in 23’-26’ too. It seems as if the best bite has been near the reefs or the island points. The boat launch at Young’s Bay is open. The water is high at the lodge but boat docking is available and we continue to make changes to keep the service available and safe.

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Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

July 9, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

STRONG and STEADY…

Fishing has remained strong and steady despite the water continuing to rise and fall. Weather looks to be improving as well with forecasts of sunny skies and decreased winds.

Fishing has been good up in the Little Traverse areas, west side of GardenIsland and around PineIsland as well. Hammered gold spinners are still the tackle of choice tipped with crawlers or leeches. Fish can still be found in the sand areas around the 12’-18’ depths but don’t forget to navigate towards the shallow rocks as well.

Balsdon, Anderson Group, July 3rd, 2014, guided by Captain Mike

Typically, July and August are the best months of the summer to reel in that trophy walleye. We do have fishing packages available throughout the months; call our front desk at 800-862-8602 to book your reservation now so that you can land the big one.

Water levels at the lodge continue to remain high. We have put in a centralized loading/unloading system so that guests can get to the launch boats despite the high water. We do have some of our boat slips available for rent as well, if you would like to bring your own boat. They are on a reserved-basis only so give us a call to see what’s available. However, at this time because of the high water levels, we do not have electricity at the docks. The No Wake order is still in effect to help protect the river bank and docks so please pay close attention.

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Oak Island Lake of the Woods Fishing Report

July 2, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

Nice, fat fish is what has been the find over the past week. Make your way along the banks or in among the shorelines up by Little Oak or on either side of Falcon Island and you will be busy reeling them in. There was also reports of a good Canadian Muskie opener too with fish between 46” and 49” being caught and released.

High Water
The boat launch at Young’s Bay is open. The water is high at the lodge but boat docking is available and we continue to make changes to keep the service available and safe.

Relax in the islands!
Walleyes, Muskies, Pike and Bass a plenty. Incredible scenery, starry nights and relaxation.

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Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

July 2, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

Awesome. Excellent. Fabulous. The first three words spoken when asked how the fishing has been this week. Not too shabby considering the water levels continue to go up and down. The bite has been good just outside of Pine Island or up north by Garden Island. Set your line with a hammered gold spinner tipped with either minnows or leeches in 10’to 14’ of water, find some sand and you will be on the fish. Closer to the Angle, it seems as if the shallow rocks have been holding some walleye as well.


Dennis Anderson 29.5 inch walleye released Guided by Captain Mike	Bernie Jilek Hudson 28 inch walleye released Guided by Capt. Dave

High Water
The water levels continue to go up and down again this week. Our centralized loading/unloading dock system is working well so that guests can safely get in/out of our boats to enjoy their fishing adventures. Some of our dock slips are available as well; they are on a reserved-basis only and can be reserved by calling the lodge at 800-862-8602. You can view the water levels as well by viewing our dock cam.

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Oak Island Lake of the Woods Fishing Report

June 20, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

06/19/2014

The walleyes are biting!
It has been a rainy past few weeks but it sounds like we are going to start drying out now and get back to sun and fun! Despite the rains, the fishing has been good. Drifting with gold or bright orange jigs tipped with a frozen shiner or live chub has been doing best.

Areas with a good bite have been Little Oak Island and Tug Channel in 20-30 feet of water.

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Fishing remains good despite high water.
Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge has wet docks but we continue to make changes to keep docking safe and available. If you are traveling from the east, there are some road closures near International Falls. Check out 511mn.org for the most up to date information.

Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

June 20, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

6/19/2014

Summer is here! Get out on the water and catch yourself some Walleye!
Fishing continues to do well despite the wet weather that continues to hang on. Anywhere North is the place to be especially around the sandbars. Crawlers, leeches or minnows on hammered gold spinners seem to be what’s catching their attention. If you’re still wanting to jig fish, there’s still a decent bite happening with jigs, particularly pink or chartreuse, with frozen shiners in depths of 25’-30’ just outside Pine Island and Morris Point Gap. Try one of our charter trips, experienced guide, boat with onboard restroom, use of poles, bait, tackle, assortment of pop and water and fish cleaning provided. No hassles, no experience or equipment required. Sit back, take in the views and reel in the fish. After a day of fishing enjoy your fish fried up for a tasty appetizer in the Sandbar.

Carter with his bait…a pickle …and his 19 inch walleye.

Fishing remains good despite high water.
At this time our docks are very wet but we have made changes to keep our boats safe and are loading and unloading guests on to the charters at one central floating dock system. Dock slip rentals are not available at this time at our Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River location but all other services are available. It is business as usual. If you are traveling from the east, their are some road closures near International Falls. Check out 511.org for the most up to date information. Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge has wet docks but we continue to make changes to keep docking safe and available.

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Oak Island Lake of the Woods Fishing Report

June 5, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge

The water is heating up, and so is the fishing! After a late ice out, the water on the northern end of the lake is warming up quickly. Some spots have already heated up to over 48 degrees! This warming has equated to some stellar fishing around the northern islands. Jigging using gold tackle and minnows has yielded both quality and quantity walleye, jumbo perch and northern pike. As far as depth and location, anglers have had just as much luck in shallow water (5’+) along the shorelines as they have in the deep bays.

The weather seems to have finally transitioned to what is normal for early June, pleasant days with highs in the 70s and lows dipping into the 50s. Click here for a complete 10-day forecast.

Charlie Hilligoss from Silva, IL reeled in this 30” walleye with a gold jig over the weekend. Charlie and his friends fished their way from the south shore of Lake of the Woods up to Oak Island with Captain Darryl.

Summer is here!

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Lake of the Woods South Shore Fishing Report

June 5, 2014 by Sportsman's Lodges

Fishing Report – 6/5/14

Sportsman’s Lodge

Dr. Suess must have been thinking about Lake of the Woods when he wrote, “One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish.” Because anglers have been reeling in and releasing that, and more, including; big fish, small fish, walleye, sauger, northern and even a few sturgeon this week.

The fish have been roaming the lake this week. Anglers and guides have reported productive fishing near Long Point and Zippel Bay, in 4-Mile Bay, near Morris Point and Lighthouse Gaps, in front of Pine Island and further north near Knight’s Island. Drop an anchor and jig in 6’ to 16’ of water with gold, pink or orange tackle tipped with frozen shiners.

Brad Keitel from Oxford, LA had a great trip with Captain Dave! He caught and released two trophy sized walleyes! This one measured in at 28”!

Brad’s second walleye was the winner of the weekend! It measured in at 29.5”!

A Miami, FL resident caught and released the biggest fish of the week! Paul Driscoll reeled in this 29.75” walleye with Captain Dave!

Cecile Ropas traveled all the way from Lubbock, TX to fish with Captain Dave! He helped her with her catch-of-a-lifetime, 27” walleye!

In between helping his guests catch and release monsters, Captain Dave managed to catch and release this 28.5” walleye!

Favorable weather is expected to continue throughout the next 10-days, with highs ranging from the mid-60s to high-70s. Overnight lows should continue to dip down into the 40s and 50s throughout the next few weeks. If you’re planning a trip, be sure to pack your rain gear, just in case. Click here for a look at the complete 10-Day Forecast.

No hassles, great fishing and no equipment required!

Schedule your charter fishing trip today. You will enjoy the relaxed fishing. We will do the work. You just need to show up and fish! Full Day trips available include an experienced guide, use of poles and tackle, bait and fish cleaning. Boat leaves at 8am and cruises back to the dock by 5pm. Groups of 1-6 per boat welcome. Check out our daily and package options here and book your trip today! The walleyes are waiting!

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