Happy Holidays and Seasons Greetings

With our hunting season over and ice on the lakes, it is time to think about doing some hard-water fishing.
We have between 12 and 14 inches of ice out to the crappie holes and the crappies have been biting. Lots of nice perch and a fair number of walleyes too.
I had a friend of mine out flying yesterday and he said there was still a fair bit of open water on Crow.
Not to sure about safe ice conditions for our trout opener??????
The bays on Crow have about six inches of good blue ice and it has been freezing the last couple of days.
I will keep you posted as I get more information.
Hope you all had a Great Christmas and we wish you all the best in the New Year!
Phillip, Cindy and Family

The Cold Is Coming!!!

We are not far from freeze-up now. It has been a very nice fall though. The fishing has been FANTASTIC!!!
We are well into our whitetail hunt now. It has been a little slow with the nice weather. I am thinking that things should pick up this around the 5th to 7th as we are supposed to be getting a little cold and snow. The daylight hours will also be right to get the rut started.
Deer numbers are down some, but I have been guiding the last few days and all my hunters have harvested nice deer in one to two days. One of my clients got a nice buck last evening with a nice "STICKER". That is now 3 for 3 and that is not to to bad.
We are hoping to see all you FROZEN water fishermen this winter. We sure hope the traveling conditions out on the lakes are good.
We would also like to let you know that our M.N.R.'s Outdoors card system is now in our store (fishing only) and a swipe of the card is all we do now to get you a fishing license. It does seem easier.
Have A Great Fall and A Happy Holiday/New Year.
Phil and Cindy

The Fall Bite Is On!!!!

O.K., if you have not been here yet you are missing out!!!! Our weather has been fantastic and the fish have been bitting. Walleyes, Crappies and Muskies all got the feed bag on. I have had many groups of fishermen through that did not take enough minnows out and are having to run back for more during the day.
The fall colours out on the lake have never been better either. What more can a person ask for, lots of fish, nice weather and a great view. Now is also the time of the fishing season when the majority of those "picture"
fish are caught. You know, the BIG ones you get to hold up for a quick photo before you release.
You still have time before freeze-up to get in some great fishing. Come on, get out there and enjoy it!!!!!

Here It Is!!!!!

Well, it's been a while. Sorry, I think I have been busy?????
With last weeks temps hitting the upper 80's to low 90's, I thought fall would never get here.
In the last few days we have had rain, sleet, hail and snow. The last two nights have brought hard frosts too.
You should know what happens now, THE FISH GO CRAZY!!!!!!! Everyone I have had in the last couple of days have said that they have never had any better fishing. It is a minnow bite too. No matter what you are fishing for, crappie, northern, walleyes or bass, they are eating minnows.
So, our fall bite has started. Loads of walleyes, crappies are moving into the fall spots. It is now til freeze-up that will bring some of the best catches of the year. It is getting closer every day to being your last chance to take in some of our open water fishing.
Oh yah, there is also some ducks being shot as well as grouse. Tomorrow the archery season open in our area for whitetail, I am thinking it is going to be a good hunt, but not quite as good as normal. I think our black bear hunt has been the best is has been in many years. Most hunters took average to large bears so far this year. I did see a 546 lber that a fella took with archery gear.
We are waiting to see you, you still have time for a great fall trip.
Take Care, Phillip

The Changing Weather, Fall Is Just Around The Corner

With the changing of the weather comes a bit of a change in the fishing too. Our fall fishing patterns will soon be here and weather can play a big part in what the bite is doing. If you are a walleye fisherman, you should know that a good stiff wind will move those walleyes into current areas and deeper holes making them very easy to hone in on. Minnows will soon be the main bait of choice for those hungry "eyes".
There will also be a movement in the crappies and they might surprise you as you pull into your favorite walleye hole only to catch some slabs.
The lakers will also start to school up as they start getting ready to come back up to the shallows to spawn.
Fall is also one of the best times of the year for "trophy" pike fishing. They will seem to frequent the edges of the deeper holes where the walleyes and crappies are gathering.
Fall, it is one of the most productive times of the year for fishing, the fish are at peak weights and almost always hungry, make sure you get out to enjoy it.

The Last 1/3rd

Hey, we are now moving into the last 1/3rd of the open water fishing season. If you have not been out there, now's the time!
The walleyes are still on the reefs out on Lake of the Woods and still going strong. Lots of great eating sized fish being caught. I do have a couple of the "local" guides telling me of bigger fish starting to show up in the weeds now too. We have been selling record amounts of crawlers this year and lots of leeches too, but all the local guides stick with a jig tipped with a minnow.
I have had some real good lake trout fishermen in town this week and they had their best luck jigging in the 110 - 130 ft range. They did best on pink and glow colors.
Our pike had moved back into the weeds. The deepest weeds you can find will hold the better sized fish.
The night troll for musky has started. Not many "BIG" fish being caught right now, but lots in the mid 30 to mid 40 inch range being boated.
Congrats to our daughter Randi Rae and her new husband Matt, they were married last saturday and the wedding was as perfect as a wedding can be. We wish them both all the best!

Go Fishing

Hey, sorry about the delay on an up-date about the fishing.
Here we go. The walleyes are on the mid lake humps and it's been a very good bite. Lots of nice eaters and lots of slot fish being released. Eight to twenty two feet of water seems to be the best. All our local guides are jig and minnow guys, but I am selling record amounts of crawlers and leeches to the tourists. I am thinking that those walleyes are just hungry!!!!!
The northern pike fishing is still going strong. They have moved a little deeper though. Most of the fishermen are now targeting the pike in the twelve to eighteen foot range. Jigging with a large minnow is best, but trolling crank baits is working good too.
The lake trout are in the eighty to one hundred and ten foot range. Seems that one day they like it vertical and the next you had better be trolling. I am also still hearing of some great catches of jumbo perch being caught.
We are still seeing lots of you forgetting to bring your Ontario Outdoors Card. You need to bring it with or you will be doing the paperwork for another one and spending another $9.68 canadian.
Starting sometime in september, we will be one of two stores in Northwestern Ontario to bring in a terminal to introduce the automated license system. At this time, we are limited on what we know about it and how it will work. We will keep you updated about it as we learn more on how the system will work.
Other than that, you should GO FISHING!!!!!

Heat Wave

We are in the middle of a heat wave here in Nestor Falls!!!! It's been in the high 80's to mid 90's for the last few days and is supposed to be the same for the next few days too.
On a good note, the fishing has never been much better. Lots of good fishing reports coming in.
The walleyes are on the mid-lake reefs. Pike are in the weeds and the bass are in a post spawn mode.
Lake trout fishing has been good, most are jigging in the 80 to 110 foot range.
The Fort Frances bass championship starts this coming week and I have been getting mixed reports about the fishing on Rainy lake. I am not sure many are giving me a straight scoop either. lol
We have been busy at the store, Cindy and our daughters are planning the last minute details for Randi and Matt's wedding. They are getting married on the 6th of next month here in N.F.. We are all starting to get excited about the event.
Remember, we do on-line licenses and bait orders and can answer any questions most might have.
Have a great day and hope to see you soon!

All Humped Up

The walleye fishing has been great!!! It is easy this time of the year, just find a mid-lake hump and start fishing. The guides are using minnows and the tourists are using leeches and crawlers. It does not seem to matter, all are doing good.
Lots of "slot" pike being caught and two days ago I seen a picture of a 46-1/2 incher!
We do not have many musky fisherman in this week, but those that are here are seeing some huge fish.
Like most of the time, it is hard to make those big ones grab on. I was told of a 51 inch fish that was caught on a #5 Mepps. They are still eating the smaller baits.
The lakers are biting good too. One day they bite better jigging and the next you need to troll.
A couple of the smaller lakes in the area are producing some massive crappies. I seen a limit the other
day where the smallest one was 1.3 lbs. It was the nicest batch of crappies I have seen in a few years.
The weather has been very warm, but we are getting enough rain to keep the blueberries plump. Some of
the berry patches on the hill tops are almost ready to be harvested.
We will be one of two stores to start the "pilot" program of automated licensing starting in September. Keep an eye on our site for updates on that.
Chow For Now,
Phillip

Finally, A New Post!!!!

Well, I have finally made back to the computer to update my post. The weather is starting to moderate into
a normal summer pattern and the fish are doing the same. I am getting reports of lots of great catches.
Minnows had been the mainstay for the walleyes, but with the warmer weather they are coming on to
leeches and crawlers too. Some guys are pulling blades, but most are still using jigs to present the offering.
The pike are eating everything from minnow baits to crawfish cranks and spinnerbaits.
The smallies are now on the post-spawn and a suttle presentation is working best. Tubes, finesse worms,
leeches and crawlers are what is going. There are still lots of JUMBO perch being caught, mmmmm good!!!
Our trout are down now and both jigging and trolling tecniques are working. The vibe 80 and classic vibes, big bucktails and sonars for jigging. Williams, Northland and Cleos are all working for trolling.
We do have some insect problems after having all the rains and now the heat. I have been told that they are needed in this world, but I could seemingly live without them.
Please remember to scroll down on our message board to look at the up-dated pictures and if you have
a picture you would like posted on our site e-mail it to us.
Have fun and be safe.

Weather Patterns

The crazy weather???? Seems we can not get anything going for more than two days in a row with the weather. Sunny one day and within a day, rain and wind.
The "bright" side of it all is that the fishing has been good right through these weather patterns!!!!
Many reports of the fishing being the best ever. Walleyes, northerns, bass, trout, muskies and even crappies
seem to be on the bite.
If you need any info., just e-mail or call.

All Is Good In The Fishing World

Best fish of the season so far is Sara Minerich's 32" walleye!!!!!! The Minerich's stopped by our store yesterday on their way to their cabin to pick up a few minnows. Jim, Sara's husband took Sara to his
"secret hotspot" this a.m. and WOW, a 32" walleye. Jim, the professional he is had forgot to bring the landing net. So, with the skilled hands of a surgeon he hand bombed the lunker into the boat for a few quik pics before the monster was released back into the depths. Jim and Sara, what a team.
The best musky I have been told about (and seen a picture of) was a 60-1/2" caught on Crow (kakagi) lake.
She was a beast to say the least.
44" is the best northern so far and how about an 18-1/4" crappie!!!
I am still getting good reports of lots of jumbo perch too.

WHAT, MORE UNSETTLED WEATHER MOVING IN

Well, it was good while it lasted. We did have three days of good weather, but it sounds like it is going to get a little unstable for  the next few days.
The fishing has been very good right from the walleye opener. I really do not expect that to change either.
Lots of very good catches of walleye, northerns and bass.
The walleyes are still in some of the channels, but have started to move to the reefs. Jigs tipped with minnows is the "guides choice".
The northerns are anywhere you can find weeds. X-Raps, Mepps and Reed Runner spinnerbaits seem to be best.
The Smallies have moved to the banks in most of the lakes and any finessee tactic will work.
The crappies have been hit-and-miss.

The Future Looks Bright

Our weather has been very windy and wet, but the long range forecast looks much better.
Even with the crappy weather, the fishing has been good for most. I am still hearing of lots of walleye,
northern pike and good perch being caught. The trout are dropping off into the deeper waters, but are
still biting good.
The bass are trying to move up on the banks. I think the next few days in a row of nice weather will let them pull right in. Our crappie should get things done now too. The ones caught this week were 50/50.

We lost Mel Olson (of Mel's Marine) this week to a short battle with cancer. It is a big loss to his family, all who knew him and our community. His funeral will be on friday at the United Church at 1:00 p.m..
We will be closed during the service in respect for him.

It All Sounds Great

I have had lots of fishermen through now and it sounds like the fishing has been fantastic!!!!
All the fish seem to be right where they are supposed to be.
The trout trout are in that 40 to 60 foot range.
The northerns are in the bays. The walleyes are EVERYWHERE and the crappies are trying
to get at the spawning beds. Loads of jumbo sized perch too.
It is still mainly a minnow bite, but I am guessing that if we can manage to get a couple of sunny
days it will not matter if you hang a minnow a leech or a crawler down.
The guides are saying that it is one of the best "bites" they have seen in years.
I sure hope you are on your way here, I don't want anyone to miss the action.

A Week Into It

Well, we are a day shy of being a week into the main part of the fishing season. Just about every fishing report has been good so far. Seems the "odd" party is not catching, but I am not sure they could catch a minnow in my minnow tank.
Sometimes people are just to proud to ask for help, and others just do not know that that is what we are here for. We talk to lots of people, guides and resort owners daily and can usually help those out that are not catching fish.
Anyway, it sounds like all the fish species are right on track as to where they should be this time of the year.
The walleye are on the shoreline, northerns in the bays, crappies on the spawn and the trout are everywhere.
I have also been told of some great small mouth fishing by a couple or our local guides.
For the most part, the weather has been conducive for both the fish and the fishermen. A little windy at times,
but all in all, very good.
So, if you need any information or product just let us know.
Remember, WE ARE YOUR STORE! YOU WILL HAVE US, IF WE HAVE YOU.

The Walleye Opener

Although I only had a few soggy reports, most were very good. The fish were a little scattered with
the weather front that moved in for the opener. The smaller lakes had a better bite than L.O.T.W. did.
The crappie fishing has been very good on a couple of the smaller lakes and is just starting on L.O.T.W..
The northern fishing has been very good on L.O.T.W. with lots of nice "slot" fish being caught.
The lake trout are still biting good too.
So, that is my story and I am sticking to it (at least for now)!!!!

We Are Here And Waiting For You

Sorry about the delay with our reports, we had seemingly got side-tracked in the off season with our farm and "horsing" around.
The lakes have been clear of ice for about three weeks now and the trout fishing has been very good for most. The ice-out pike fishermen we had in did plenty good too.
We are expecting the walleye opener (sat. 21st) to be a great opener this year. The walleyes had spawned about a week ago and should be rested up and ready to eat.
We are almost done with a few small renovations in the store and waiting on a couple of orders of tackle to get here, but other than that we are just waiting to see you.

It's Time To Fish!!!

Are you ready? The lakes are open and the trout are biting. We are very busy at the store making sure we are ready for your arrival. The tackle orders are coming and some small remodeling jobs are getting done.
Cindy and I had the first real break this last two weeks we have had in many years, and it was nice!
We rode our horses lots and tried to get our farm ready for the summer. The weather was a little unstable
at times, but we managed to get most of the major projects done.
We are looking forward to seeing all of you regulars again and are also hoping to meet a few new folks.
We hope you have all had a good winter and will be seeing you soon.
Cindy and Phil

It's Almost Over

Well, our ice fishing season is almost over. It is probably a good thing as our ice has about had the biscuit.
I walked out on the ice on sabaskong this a.m. and there was not much left to support my weight. I was on
about 1-1/2 inches of white slushy ice with around 4 inches of blue under that. The ice on the
"trout waters" is a little better, but not much. We are supposed to cool back down a little and
possibly get some snow for the weekend, I really do not like the sounds of that.
We will be closing the store to do some small renovation projects starting on saturday the 16th.
During this time we will also be taking a little time to get our farm ready  for summer, ride our
horses and get some R&R!
We will keep you updated on ice/open water conditions in the mean time.
Take Care,
Cindy and Phil

A 26 Pound Walleye!!!!!!!!

Hello Everyone,
What a great time of year to be out on the ice!!! Both the fishing and the weather is good this time of year.
Cindy and I have been doing some evening walleye fishing and it has been very good. The trout are snappin'
and I have finally even had some good reports on the crappie fishing.
With the summer season just around the corner, we really want to say THANK YOU for your past support and we are looking forward to serving you all again this coming season. YOU MAKE US WHO WE ARE,
WE ARE YOUR STORE!!!
We will be closed for a week or two starting on the 16th of April. We will be in from time to time to check messages and start getting the store ready for the busy season. Cindy and I will also be spending as much time as we can at our farm playing with our horses and resting up. LOL
We also have more Big News for this coming summer, our oldest daughter Randi Rae will be getting married on Aug. 6th to Matt Marcel.
We are not sure who will be helping us out at the store this summer, as Emily has decided to stay in Thunder Bay to work, Randi is a nurse and Thatcher will be out on the lake guiding. There is one thing for sure though, we are very proud of all three of our children.
Oh yah, as for the 26 lb walleye on our title. April Fools! LOL

March Madness

Finally, spring has sprung!!! We have had some great weather as of late too. The trout, walleyes and perch are making us look good as fishermen. I have even had a few chances to sneak out onto the ice this last couple of weeks and for the most part have had some very good fishing. Saturday afternoon I took a family of friends of ours out and had a great afternoon of "Jumbo" perch fishing. The three kids were well entertained, about as fast as they dropped the jig down there was another eight to thirteen inch perch on it's way to the fry pan. We also caught several nice pan sized walleyes right along with the perch.
Here is the deal, you still have a few weeks of safe ice left and this is the best time of the season to get out on the ice. Get out and enjoy yourself.

Spring Is Almost Here!

Well, it looks like we are going to finally have some nice weather. Our weather here has been some
of the worst for outdoor winter activities in years, but the sun is gaining strength and the days are getting
warmer. I think most everyone will be happy to see this winter end.
Cindy and I are looking forward to getting out and doing some fishing over the next few weeks. The last
of the winter/spring ice fishing is when we enjoy being out. Besides, the ice fishing is normally the best from
now until the end.
We are also looking forward to seeing our non-winter friends and customers come back to see us. We
really enjoy waiting on and visiting with you all. It makes us feel good inside!

Catch The Good Life

Well, we made it through the winter carnival/fish derby. All went smooth. Great prizes, great food and
great music.
The lake travel is real good now and it is the time of the year when the fish put on a bib and pig out.
The next few weeks will be some of the best ice fishing of the winter, don't miss out!

Nestor Falls Winter Carnival/Fish Derby

O.K. EVERYONE, come join in on the 29th Annual Nestor Falls Winter Carnival/Fish Derby!!!!
The weather is supposed to be nice next weekend and it will be lots of fun for all.
If you buy your fish derby ticket at our store you either get some free minnows or a package free plastics,
YOUR CHOICE! As an added bonus, we are also doing an IN-STORE draw for a prize if you buy your derby ticket here.
Come On Out And Have Some Fun! Great prizes available and you get to go fishing!

Trucks, ATVs and Snow Machines

Truck travel is limited to the plowed road on Sabaskong bay.
There is not enough crust yet to hold the ATVs up.
Snow machines are your best way to travel right now.
We had quite a few walleye fishermen through the last few days and
they have been doing good. The crappies are still a little spotty, but
they seem to be picking up the closer to spring we get.
The lake trout have gone deeper than most are used to fishing.
Try to target the mud bottom areas that run 50 to 70 feet.
Drill lots of holes and surf through them. That is the secret right now
to getting the trout.
We are looking forward to that "last ice" fishing. It always seems to
be the best!

Nice Weather/Good Fishing

We had a couple of days of very nice weather and it really turned the fish on. There were many reports of limits of crappies and trout that came in yesterday. The "bite" window yesterday was between
9am and noon.
Cindy and I put in about 2 hrs. of fishing on Valentine's day during the afternoon and had a good bite.
We were fishing for walleyes and perch. Cindy caught one walleye about 4 lbs. (released), but the rest
of the walleyes were perfect for eating. The perch were endless, with lots in the 9 to 12 inch range. We
only kept enough for supper. I also caught a couple of northerns and one tulibee. It's always fun to catch
some of the alternative species too.
The temps are supposed to drop back down and be a little more seasonable for the next few day and we
might get a little more snow.
Now is the time to get out and do some ice fishing!

Great Lake Traveling

Well, after having a little warm weather last weekend and then having a very cold week
the lakes all have a very nice crust and the snow machine traveling is very good. Plenty of
crust to keep you on top and yet enough snow to lube the running gear.
Our fishing has been good too. It is getting into the time of the ice fishing season that we all
wait for. Good traveling and good fishing.
We are supposed to have good weather for the next week or so now.
See ya out there,
Phil

Better Lake Traveling

After having several days of warm weather and now several days of cold, the lake travel is much better.
We are supposed to be warming nicely into the weekend and it should be a great weekend to get out
and do some ice fishing.
The trout have gone a little bit deeper but are still biting just fine. The best bite has been happening in the
40 to 70 foot range the last few days. Our crappies are still a bit slow, but moist have been getting
enough to keep it interesting. I have not talked to many fishermen going out for walleyes, but the ones
I have talked to are catching plenty.
The woodchuck has predicted an early spring, so with less than normal ice thicknesses now is time to get
out and get in as much ice fishing as you possibly can as I think that once the ice starts to go, it will go
quick.
Get out there and enjoy!

Slush On The Lakes

There is a fair bit of slush on the lakes, but the fishermen are making it to their fishing spots.
I have suggested to them to make sure to do a "drive by" before stopping to fish. The bays
where the wind has blown the snow in are the worst for slush.
Those that have been going out have been having a good bite though.
We are having a couple of warm days now and that will help bring the slush to the surface.
We are hoping it will freeze through the first part of the upcoming week, as the temps are supposed
to dip down from monday to wed./thurs. and then warm into next weekend again.
We will keep you posted as the conditions change.
Have a great day!

Warmer Weather

Much warmer today, but a bit windy.
We are supposed to have nice winter weather until sunday.
Trout are still biting good. They are going on tinsel jigs, tubes and spoons.
The crappie fishing was much better this week. Most of the fishermen I talked to had caught limits of nice
fish.
We know that the warmer weather we are having will help make things much more comfortable to
be out on the ice. With only four weeks of winter left (says Mr. Groundhog), it is time to get out and
do some ice fishing!

It's Cold Out Today

It is -28 out today! No wind as of yet though so that will make it seem a little warmer out there. lol
Not many fishing reports yesterday. The ones I had were mixed, as some did o.k. and others said
that they had had a tough time of it. I did hear of one group doing well on the crappies and walleyes.
Other than that, things have been kind of quiet.
We are going to warm up starting thursday, so it should be a great weekend for you to get out and
do some ice fishing!!!!!!!!
For all you football fans, bring your radio out fishing with you, it's Super Bowl

More Snow

Well, it started to snow Friday around noon and did not quit until 8 p.m..
We ended up with 7 - 10 inches of fluff. Wow, what a winter.
Gordy worked most of the day yesterday to get the ice road cleaned up, good
thing that there was not much wind with the snow.
The guys that crappie fished yesterday did just fine, and the size average was very nice.
I also was told of some good catches of trout the last few days too. Only one group of
four walleye fishermen as of late. They started at 9 a.m. and had the limit by 1 p.m..
We are supposed to have a cooler and clear week of weather. It should be a great week
to fish.

Fishing Report and Slush Conditions

Well, the fishing is still good. The trout are still doing it and the crappies have picked up.
Everyone I have talked to are getting around just fine with snow machines. I have had
guys in all week that have been on both main lakes and into several of the back lakes.
They had made it out and back in without any problems. Oh yah, and caught plenty of
fish!
Come on up and get it done!

Travel Light

Plan on traveling as light as possible while running your snow machine on the lakes. The guys pulling big sleighs and the big portables are starting to have some problems with the slush.
The trout are still doing it, hair jigs with tinsel, tubes and spoons are still the ticket to good catches.
The guys willing to drill a few extra holes or move spots are still the ones getting the limits of crappies.
The walleyes and jumbo perch are featured entertainment will searching for the crappies. Some guys are
doing better on a small jig tipped with a small minnow and others are using a finness tactic. All in all, you
have to work at the crappies a bit.
Our winter weather has now moderated so traveling and moving around on the lake is much more
comfortable and easier to do.
We still have a few Custom Thorne Ice rods left. Come get one!
Remember, many of the camp owners are doing sport shows now. Stop by a show and say hi.
Fish, Fish, Fish

Much Warmer Today

The weather is much more seasonable today. It will be a lot more comfortable to be out on the ice
chasing those fish this week. We clouded over and the temps. climbed too.
Very few fishing reports the last couple of days with the wicked cold we had. Those that did brave the cold seemed to do o.k. though.
We will probably get another dusting of snow along with the warmer temps..
Hair jigs, tubes and medium to smaller spoons have been the ticket to the trout.
Small tear-drops and micro spoons tipped with a minnow or minnow head have been working best for the crappies and perch. Many are now using a dropper hook on a small spoon for the perch.
Fish, Fish, Fish

Moderate Weather Coming

We had a heat wave come through last night, it's only -31 this a.m.. I only had a few brave (or crazy) fishermen head out fishing yesterday. They were not out long, but did catch a few lakers on Crow.
We are supposed to be back into normal winter weather by monday and that will sure be nice! We
sure hope that you are also thinking about booking your summer fishing trips.
Lots of the resort owners are down in the states doing sport shows and looking forward to seeing you there. The others all have web sites and are only an e-mail or a phone call away. Get booked in early so you do not miss out on your favorite time to be here.
If you are thinking about coming to our area and do not know where to stay or whom to talk to, log onto the links on our web site and browse through, then contact the place or places that are of interest to you.
The fishing in our area in great. Come see for yourself.
Fish, Fish, Fish

Wow Is It Cold Out Today!

We are at -41 here this a.m., and it is supposed to be close to that the next couple of days. This should
take care of the slush problems we were starting to have. The fishing has been good still, just not very
comfortable for snow machine travel with the bitter cold.
I talked to a fellow yesterday that had done well on the crappies with his two young sons the day before out
on Sabaskong Bay.
The trout are still going fairly strong on all the area lakes too.
I have had no pike or walleye fishermen in the last couple of days, so I have no news on how they are biting.
Cindy and I both have to be gone on TUESDAY the 25th, so our store will be closed on that day.
With that said, stay warm and Fish, Fish, Fish

Fishing Report

I have talked to many fishermen over the last few days and the trout fishing has been very good.
There is a fair bit of slush, but very few reports of anyone getting stuck. With the cold weather, the
slush is already starting to freeze through in some places.
Gordy is keeping the ice road open, so truck travel on Sabaskong out to the crappie holes is good.
The crappies are a little tough, but those that are willing to work at it are doing o.k..
Still getting reports of good catches of jumbo perch with some walleyes mixed in.
I had not had any pike fishermen through as of late, but the last group I had through did well.
The weather is supposed to warm some as we get closer to the weekend and that will make your outting
much more enjoyable.
Come On, Get Out There And Get Fishing!

Trout Are Snappin'

All the trout fishing reports I have had have been very good. Smaller hair jigs and spoons seem to be the ticket. They are still hitting tubes, but a slower presentation is needed while jigging them right now.
The lakes are a little rough and there is some fair sized slush pocket is the bays and some of the narrow areas.
It is supposed to be a bit cooler the next few days, so that should help heal up some of the slush.
The crappies were more active in a couple of the crappie holes yesterday. They are still very close to the bottom and hard to locate by just using your electronics. You have to drop a jig down to bring them up to where they will bite (about 2 ft. off the bottom).
They are still picking up some walleyes right along with the crappies, but other than that I have not had any reports of anyone fishing for walleyes the last couple of days.
I had a group in yesterday that had edged into the mouth of a deep bay and pounded the jumbo perch in 26 ft. of water.
Fish, Fish, Fish!!!

More Information Needed

Quick update. Trout are still biting. The crappies have been a bit fussy, but drill a few extra hole
and move spots if need be and you will do o.k..
I ate fresh walleye for supper, how about you?
Did you ever hear the saying, YOU WON'T KNOW UNLESS YOU GO!
Yes, this is hint directed at you to go fishing.
With the weather we have had this week, I thought I would have seen everyone going
ice fishing. It has been a very nice week and the fishing has been good.
If you have any information on how the fishing is in Northwestern Ontario, please comment.
Have a great day and FISH, FISH, FISH!!!!

Good Fishing

I have had some better fishing reports the last couple of days about Whitetfish Bay.
White, glow and the "bloody nose" tubes seem to be the best. Northland's Buck-Shot
and Macho Minnows are working well too.
Crow, Rowan, Dogpaw and Caviar are still producing lots of fish.
The crappies are stuck on the bottom, but if you can finesse them up they will bite.
We had a damp cold day yesterday with a fairly stiff north wind, but it is supposed
to be better weather for the next several days.
I have only had a few walleye fishermen through, they have been catching lots of 15"-18"
fish. The evening bite for the walleyes has been the best.
I have also been getting reports of some good catches of JUMBO perch. Mmmmmm
There is some slush out there, so I would advise a "drive by" before stopping at a spot
to fish if your on a snowmobile.
We still have a few Custom Made Thorne Bros. Ice Rods left. Get one before they are gone!
Go Fish, Fish, Fish!!!

THE ICE ROAD IS NOW OPEN !

Good news, I just got a call from Gordy and he has the ice road open!!!!
He has plowed out to Cyclon point and all the crappie spots to there. The
road is not very wide yet, but you can bet that he will be working on improving
it every day now.
The trout reports I had had today were good. Lots of nice eating sized trout being
caught on Crow, Whitefish Bay, Rowan and several of the other back lakes.
Dogpaw and Caviar have been producing good numbers of nice fish too.
We just got in a fresh load of some very nice minnows. We have lots of trout tubes
in glow, white and the "bloody Nose". Jason has us well stocked with all the best
jig heads for the tubes too.
Any questions: anglersproshop@hotmail.com or 807-484-2525  7a.m.-5p.m.

Jan. 5th Fishing/Travel Update

We just had a fellow in that had fished Crow for lake trout and Sabaskong bay for crappies.
He had limited out on trout in less than 20 minutes, lost one and had a couple of other bites.
He said that there was a fair bit of slush on Crow, but nothing you should be getting stuck in.
He had to work a little harder for his crappies over on Sab.. He got his fish, but had to move
around a bit and drill a few extra holes.
Gordy is just about done with the ice road. He has had some mechanical issues with his plow
truck but is planning on having the road open by the weekend.
We had another skiff of snow last night. The cloud cover that brought it in also raised the temps
to a much more comfortable level for fishing.
Good Fishing!!!!!!

Tuesday January 4th

It's starting to warm up, and is supposed to keep warming a bit all week long.
The trout fishing was a little slower yesterday with the high pressure and clear skies.
Lots of "chasers". Most caught enough fish anyway. A slower presentation was the
ticket.
With the blizzard we had over the weekend, Gordy was not able to get the ice road
opened out to the crappie holes yet. Since the storm, he has been packing the landing
and is planning of getting the road opened up in the next day or so.
The fishermen the took sleds out said the crappies fishing was good if you got on the
right hole. Seemingly there are fish everywhere, but you had to find a hole they would
bite in.
We will keep you posted on the travel conditions, ice road and fishing.
Feel free to drop us an e-mail or call if you have any questions.
anglersproshop@hotmail.com
807-484-2525

THE TROUT OPENER

I have had a few groups through the store this a.m. that were out on Crow yesterday. Everyone I
have talked to so far had had a real good bite!!! The fish were running nice size too. Most of the
fish caught were in the 3 to 6 pound range and one guy I talked to had released a guestimated 16
pounder.
On the other hand, between the extra snow and wind is has made things a bit rough and there are
some pockets of slush starting to develope. No one I have talked to had hit enough slush to get
stuck in though. We are clear here today and a bit cooler, I had minus 7 on the thermometer at 6 a.m..
It sounded like tubes, jigging spoons and even some jerk shads were working yesterday. No reports
from Whitefish Bay or the back lakes yet, but will update as soon as I hear anything.
All in all, everything sounded good out on the ice!!!!

SNOW/WIND STORM!!!!!

Well, we got it last night!!!!! It started just after dark last evening and there is still a bit coming down.
At least 10 inches of that wonderful white stuff. I have yet to get any reports on what it did for lake
travel, but I would almost bet that there is some drifting out there.
Today is the lake trout opener and I would imagine it should be a good one. I have some good friends
of mine that will be out today and I will give you an update as soon as I talk to them.
Just got a phone call from a friend with a home on Crow, he said that there was some slush starting to
show up yesterday afternoon. Not enough to get stuck in though, but it is starting to get wet out there.
Maybe the snow will soak it up and it will freeze, supposed to get a bit cooler out.
I will keep you posted as I get the reports.