One turkey was harvested when it was called back after a scatter. There were a lot of other things going on after sunset: coyotes calling back and forth to each other from the woods on the east shore to another group in the ag fields to the south; a low flying heron surprising both of us when it flew a few feet over my head; a beaver swimming along the face of the dam and continuing on his way after taking a look at me. No Comments. he had some shoulders on him , did a bass trick and broke water once before I netted and released him. Lakes under 24 max depth and Flowages with their moving, mixing water dont have the turn-over issues. Just ounces over 15lbs it hit the lure on its final approach alone the pier base and according to my other buddy lakefront Mike he looked like he Got electrocuted when this baby hit L O L. I asked Leon how did it feel and what did he do, he said he said no Hook hard as you know what and held on. Hail storm and near freezing morning temps last week were offset by bright, warm sunny skies. Once the green algae dies off, the best approach for the smallmouth is Carolina rigging on the break line. Fishing reports and forecasts for ~10,000 streams and lakes and rivers across North America and the United Kingdom. A forum community dedicated to Chicagoland's fishing and outdoor enthusiasts. Bob Poteshman of Confusion Charters said out of Chicago theres decent fishing, but it is very deep, 12-15 miles out, because most of the lakes warm waters are on our end of the lake, its important to start out before dawn; out of North Point, it is 160-180 feet for some action or going south to around the deep side of the reefs. . Meeting of the minds, Jason Special One Le (left) and Tim Spike Davis, while perch fishing at Montrose Harbor last week. SPRING LAKE: Site superintendent Thad Cook emailed: Hey Dale, Oct 21st is the last day for boats to be on Spring Lake. There are still some nice sheephead being caught out on the horseshoe on crayfish. Look for the fish just east of Willow Point or just west of the Yacht Club. From the North Side of Chicago, Laurance Reed emailed the photo and this: Reed is the guy who sent the photo of the pink salmon in the hump mode, which he caught last month. Johnny Finn 11-30 cal river: 0. . Largemouth Bass: Very Good Lots of shallow water action using a variety of baits and styles from slow (Wacky Worms), stop/start (Husky Jerks), fast (chatterbaits) and top-water (Whopper Ploppers and Jitterbugs)>. Get an experienced Captain or you'll have jet skiers and boaters who might cut off or otherwise disrupt your lines if you're fishing near the pier. Prices and optons are listed including non resident fishing licenses. Its been awhile for me. I prefer a leader lench of at least 24 inches. The best presentation has been lindy rigging suckers or using Thill slip bobbers about way down the water column. Have a great week! For guide parties, please call Dave Duwe at 608-883-2050. As a perched lake, boating is closed when winds top or will top 14 mph. Bring light weight pants to fend off the biting flys that are present during July & summer months. AutoNewsAdmin [Local] - Illinois Supreme Court to hear case against elimination of cash bail . Nate Torres, 13, sent the . ET Roobert Buckmaster with a steelhead out of Portage, Indiana. moon phase Sun times . The highlight was the Perch in shallow water. River in good shape with slight stain and temps just reaching 80.Smallmouth were chasing chatter baits and 1/4 oz jigs black blue trailers and channel cats hitting the same. Join Community Grow Your Business. Stacey Greene at Park Bait at Montrose Harbor texted the photo below and this: Hi Dale, Perch fishing has been really good. As of January 2019, Capt. Fall trout season for catchable rainbow trout opens Oct. 15. Its important to have a goal. 23.5K members. The Root River Steelhead Facility Open House is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Coho on southern Lake Michigan, as well as some steelhead, lake trout, brown trout and ongoing perch action, lead this sprawling raw-file Midwest Laurance Reed emailed the photo above and this from Wednesday: Well, the same-same strategy wasnt working, so I had to switch things up a bit. The water temp had changed over night and got colder so the fish were not very attractive and the bit was slow .we plan to try again in September hoping for better luck. God they are fun to catch at that size. One fish casting a crank. I didnt do well on the local ponds and lakes this week. Indiana Fishing Reports. The Hexagenia hatches (large, tan Mayflies) have just begun to show. It was slow going for several days last week, probably as the fish were adjusting to the dropping temps recently. lakers . The fish are in 15-18 ft of water. Chicago fishing can be amazing and Chitown Angler is excited to offer sportsmen daily reports and some of the most engaging fishing and hunting forums in our area. Automated News Feed Subreddit No Censorship, Just News. Make sure you take something for sea sickness, the waves can be a bit much. So worth the wait and a wonderful sport. The smile says it all!!! The last cast of the night produced a long but skinny walleye. Caught a 1/2 dozen smallmouth mostly on hair jigs snapping retrieve back to boat. A couple of weeks ago, one of the contributors to the weekly report suggested that it was almost time to start fishing the riffles as the water warms rapidly (more dissolved oxygen there than in the slower water). This should change with impending cold snap (did I say this last week??). You've inspired me and countless others to spend more time outside. The surrounding waters off Waukegan Harbor offer excellent Salmon and Trout fishing on Lake Michigan for you to enjoy an unsurpassed charter fishing experience, right in Chicago's own back yard. The best location has been by Trinkes or in Williams Bay. Site summer hours6 a.m.-10 p.m.run through Oct. 31. . Guide Mike Norris texted the photo at the op and emailed this: Big Green Lake Surface water temperature has risen to 72 degrees and fishing for smallmouth bass is excellent right now. Tim Spike Davis texted the photo above and this from Montrose Harbor: Stacey Greene at Park Bait at Montrose Harbor texted: Salmon still hitting pretty good, kings and cohos. . His 23 foot Key West walk around boat with a brand new Suzuki 250 is perfect for smaller groups. In a perch Flicker Shad. We've got your Chicago fishing charter season covered! The great actor plays a man of uncertain identity in whimsical and sharply written comedy. 10 h ago. Readers suggest SpotHero app downtown. Forums Page Latest Posts; Shore Fishing the Big Pond. By the end of this week, the fish should be positioned on the 27 ft. weed line. You want to use a crankbait in perch or crappie pattern. We are located an hour and fifteen minutes south of Chicago. Open 6 a.m. (6:30 bank fishing) to sunset. Jeffrey Williams messaged the photo above and this: We headed to Independence grove for the 1st time. Yellow Perch: Good Still relating to weeds in 6-12. Bring your coat! I saw a lot of people fishing near the dams yesterday-they didnt have any trouble wading out to the middle of the river. Should be a fun next few weeks. I prefer the chrome and blue chug bug. Check daily updates on boating at (815) 640-8099. Medium fats under floats. It was a great day and fun was had by all. Laurance Reed with a steelhead from Diversey Harbor. The bass are post spawn and hungry. DERBY: Friends of Fishings Fall Classic Fishing Derby, Rogers Lakewood Park (Loomis Lake), Valparaiso, 7 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment More posts from r/CHICAGOSUNauto subscribers . The catch was nearly all coho with an occasional lake trout, chinook or steelhead. This pattern starting to slow as weed beds fill in. GUYS ARE CATCHING PERCH WHILE FISHING FOR OTHER SPECIES SO THATS A GOOD SIGN FOR JUNE 16th WHEN THE PERCH SEASON OPENS BACK UP. Matt Biggerstaff and his son Isaac with some of the bounty from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Fish were active anywhere from 20 feet to the bottom. Click here for the Wisconsin DNR weekly report. G. Peters. Capt. Click here for the update from D&S Bait, Tackle & Fly Shop . Bob Johnson emailed the photo above and this; Hi Dale - fished H a couple times since last week and lake has slowed a bit from the warmer weather. Readers suggest SpotHero app downtown. Its the long weekend of July 4, take your kids and yourself fishing at some point or many points. MIDWEST FISHING REPORT 2023-03-01 - . Most of the fish are averaging 12-13 inches. Leaf color is not at max yet, but changing daily. Ken Husker OMalley with a local bluegill. Pretty neat. Walleyes are active along the weed edge off the County K launch ramp. Drought could be on the way. . Tomorrow's trip (Nov 13) has been cancelled due to lack of reservations. Everyday 6am-5 pm. Many people last week caught limits of nice bass. Artificial lures are still working, but you need to work lures that will attract their attention. Book your spring trip soon trophy fish await you and your crew. By Seamus on 2/26/2023 6:24:31 PM Views (3) This afternoon as fishermen left there were mixed reports for Walleye. Locations that have produced the most fish are by Knollwood, Rainbow Point and the beach in Fontana. Yes, they do and make the summers more interesting on the lakefront. We have been going together the last 10years every season and had some good ones over the years. Lake trout fishing in the gap by the Chicago Light was on fire last week . #e_RadioUS Midwest Fishing Report: Coho, steelhead, perch, lakers, browns, receding ice, Chicago fishing https://e-radio.us/midwest-fishing-report-coho-steelhead . States must work together to end HIV epidemic. Capt. D) Jackson Harbor (Inner and Outer Harbors). 930. 12:30pm - Sep 2,21. fidusfish 8 . Ill never be disappointed at catching a 16-17 inch smallmouth but notice the two-handed rod in the attached image: I was definitely targeting salmon, not smallmouths. 3685. This hatch really messes with the Walleye anglers as fish gorge on the easy to capture nymphs on their nearly two-day swim to the surface. The best is still to come for shore anglers as the majority of the huge coho are at least two weeks away from entering the harbor. HENNEPIN-HOPPER: It will be open on Monday, July 4. Give Your Review. Jig and minnow, shallow crankbaits in Perch patterns and 1/8 1/4 oz spinnerbaits working best. Crappie action is better then weve seen in 5 years. Chicago fishing, Midwest Fishing Report: Perch, perch, perch, crappie, where's the ice. Big Green Lake - Angling pressure is down with the Wisconsin gun deer season in progress but for the few anglers still out fishing the rewards are there. Maybe even dangerous? Still hitting spoons and cranks starting to make the switch over to bait. Some good catches of perch in 20 to 30 ft of water around the dune state park building also. Robert Buckmaster emailed the photo above and this: Good morning dale. Musky: Good-Fair Not as active as we had hoped. It had a nice stain and the fish were less skittish than usual. Chuck Kennell emailed the photo above Saturday and this: I was Salmon fishing but hooked this Northern at about 7 PM. Most of the bass I caught last week were 15 inches and larger. Brainerd Lakes Area Buzz Bite Report 2-17-2023 Feb 17, 2023 Use small leeches (they are tough on the hook) for traditional bobber fishing bait. With a multitude of locations around Chicago to get your line wet, there really is no excuse not to go out (if fishing is your thing). Techniques and locations are welcome to be shared. Lake Geneva is a large body of water with great depth and submerged structure. . 909. FISHING REPORT. Walleye: Good-Fair Better when water cools. Michael Markese emailed the photo above and this earlier this month: Hey Dale hope you are well. This is a long time hardcore fishing friend Leon Malone with a stream lined powerhouse chinook that crushed a 3/4oz K.O wobbler a few days ago. From Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Isaac Biggerstaff messaged on Instagram the photo above and this: Matt Sproch with success at Racine, Wisconsin. He also said there were whispers of perch already around the Ford Plant up the Calumet. The fluctuating water temps energizing, then stalling the hatch as these nymphs work their way to the surface of our lakes to turn into flies, find mates, lay eggs then die in a short 24 hours once transformed. Members First Cast. Nearby sites include (Cook County): Axehead, Belleau, Busse Woods North, Green, Horsetail, Sag Quarry East, Wolf Lake at William Powers SRA; (DuPage): Silver, Pickerel, Grove; (Kankakee): Bird Park Quarry, Rock Creek at Kankakee River SP; (Kendall): Big Lake at Silver Springs SFWA; (Lake): Sand Lake at Illinois Beach SP; (McHenry): Spring Grove Hatchery Pond; (Will): Lake Strini, Van Horn Woods. Site summer hours6 a.m.-10 p.m.run through Oct. 31. Here is the nature pick of the week [below]. We are getting most of our fish in 95-135 feet of water due east of Chicago. Last updated 1/4/23. Click here for the Wisconsin DNRs report, usually on Tuesday or Wednesday. SOUTHERN ILLINOIS: Check with Jason Johns of Boneyard Fishing. Ill be back out Wednesday. If you are targeting largemouth bass you need to be in and around the docks in 6-8 ft of water. Unfortunately the strong NE winds early last week took their toll on our fishing and it was a slow week. It was great running into Chauncy on the docks listening to his stories of his high school education and of perch glory days on lake Michigan . When youre marking them, they are biting.. Salmon fishing has been pretty good as well, anywhere from 60 to 160 feet, again a bit south. Still hitting spoons and cranks starting to make the switch over to bait. 06:38am - Dec 1,21. Midwest Fishing Report: Coho, steelhead, perch, lakers, browns, receding ice, Chicago fishing. Illinois is leading the way. ILLINOIS EARLY CATCH-AND-RELEASE FALL TROUT. SEE MORE. On lakes, 10-14 weed edges using small jig or minnows. With cooler weather coming in the next few days, the fall fishing should pick up. Deep bite best in 22-28. Smallmouth Bass: Good - The last of the bedded fish seem to have left the spawning areas of the larger lakes. There were schools of shad within a short cast of the shoreline. My fishing partner Matt honey centanno doubled up on a nice bass and pike to end the day. A fishing license is required. Dr. Atul Mallik emailed the photo above and this on Thursday: My son, Indra, was up for fishing Chicago River downtown today. 1.5M. Two gentlemen from Kentucky and their dogs joined our usual group for a turkey hunt. I helped land it with my net. AJ13. Stay Safe. We are starting our season this year at the end of March early April book your trips today we have both boats available for weekdays and weekends. Poygan. BoRabb Williams messaged the photo above and this on Facebook: Dale. its crappie Time in the Calumet River system!!!! Smallmouth Bass: Good-Fair Still the largest Smallies working shallow hitting top-water (Whopper Ploppers, Jitterbugs). The last 3 years our April and May customers have experienced a 95 percent limit catch ratio catching salmon and trout get your trips booked now both 247 and 247-2 have weekends and weekdays available. Readers suggest SpotHero app downtown. Feb 27, 2023 (The Expresswire) -- Pre and Post-Covid Report Is Covered | Final Report Will Add the Analysis of the Impact of Russia-Ukraine War and COVID-19. 1411 Northport Dr, Madison, WI 53704 Best bait has been a jerk minnow worked along the wind blown shorelines. TROUT: DEEP's fall trout stockings . Click here for the statewide announcement. As we see with the photo of a northern pike below, salmon are not the only thing going on lakefront. Eelpout or Burbot are spawning and everyone C/R some. Bob Johnson with a good freshwater drum from the Kankakee River. He must have had something important to do because the more typical response is to swim back and forth in front of me, beating their tails on the water until I leave. 2023 kickoff come soon. Open 6 a.m. (6:30 bank fishing) to sunset. Perch were on out of Burns Ditch Saturday morning. This cold snap should actually help anglers as Walleye and Musky should react positive to the falling water temps for the weekend. I hit Shabbona before sunset over the weekend again. Smallmouth are still scattered but that should improve in the next few weeks with fall frenzy. A few nice trout are starting to arrive to feed on spawn. The bass have been located in the weed lines in 12-13 ft. of water. See the Fish of the Week for a good muskie caught this month. Thad. The good news was that each day was improving and Sunday catches were good again. Guide Bill Stoeger in Fremont texted on Sunday: The conditions on the river are perfect for fall fishing.Water temp in the mid 50s, water level is down with low current. His brother encountered a big northern pike that followed but would not finish. 4) Snagging for chinook and coho salmon only is permitted from the following Lake Michigan shoreline areas from October 1 through December 31; however, no snagging is allowed at any time within 200 feet of a moored watercraft or as posted: A) Lincoln Park Lagoon from the Fullerton Avenue Bridge to the southern end of the Lagoon. As far as the casting, I fished a Lake Michigan tributary. Considering the . We bring angling enthusiast's a complete range of information to improve their success on the water or just to find another partner. Then it was off to see Dan Taylors to visit Bees nest pub for possible gig. Kyle a try at Sliver Beach Fishing. District fisheries biologist Seth Love would like to hear from anglers on hybrid catches at Braidwood. Get a charter with Ray and Joe at Xtasea IV Charter for a great weekend fun day with your friends! Click for a list of Fishing Clubs. Illinois bullfrog (only) season is June 15 to Oct. 15. The fish are getting fat with 8-15 lb fish being the norm. 5.2M. . Crappies are being caught in 15 ft. of water in the moored sailboats by Conference Point. Smallmouth are still really active. 283.8K posts. The food bite stops about 9 am and the rest of the days is a struggle as the lakers are in spawn pattern where they feed early the worry about other things the rest of the day. Try swim baits, bladed jigs, and stick worms along the north shore and in and around the islands. Be patient and if you dont catch fish the first time try again. I also lost something with some weight to it before I could get a look at it. They are available Tuesday to Saturday at Dickson Mounts Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SHELBYVILLE: Check with Ken Wilson of Lithia Guide Service. At only 26 acres, this is the smallest park on the list, but what it lacks in sizes makes up for in topography. Bank fishing mornings & evenings with small artificials in Kane Countybigger bass were much more active along the shorelines than they had been in several weeks. In the harbor it looks like the carp are done spawning and that should mean the bass get active. Anton will be the new owner and operator of Why Knot Chicago Fishing Charters. Pike have come pretty shallow. Lyback's Ice Fishing - February 25th 2023. Guide Mike Norris texted the photo above and emailed this: Big Green Lake Weather has improved in the last week and the surface water temperature on Big Green is back into the mid 70s. Hope to get me some this season. Others found relating to boathouses where shade providing cover. I have switched to live bait rigging for smallmouth bass and am finding them holding tight to outside weed lines, especially where weed lines make inside turns. initiative combines industry-leading health and safety standards with virtual technologies designed to keep real estate moving forward, and give our employees, customers and partners confidence and support to stay safe. Then he added the photo below Sunday evening and this: my brother actually spent 2 hours to try to get a kid on a carp today, and he did it, he literally tought the basics of carp fishing. The hunters didnt do their jobs nearly as well, with all shots at flying birds resulting in misses. Hopefully great memories will be made at the shows in December. Good luck and I hope to see you on the water. Click here for the Wisconsin DNR weekly report. Relax with friends, family and other fishers at Navy Pier and expand your community. Rich Sleziak at Slezs Bait in Lake Station texted: Salmon in all nwi tributaries use skein, spawn saks and spinners. All Summer there has been a lot of aquatic vegetation around the edges. The abrupt departures of Patrick Kane and others in recent days have not only stripped the roster of its best talent but have also emotionally and psychologically affected those who remain. Fished for 6 hours. Saturday morning October 1, only one fish over several hours but it was a beasta hefty 21 inch smallie (pictured) on a crankbait. Sherman Park. This should be a good week for the shore guys. Learned a ton by putting time in on the water as much as possible, goes to show the Fox is a very good fishery if you can put in the time and try to learn a little bit every day. We are catching a couple northern pike and walleye in the same areas. fishing is a favorite activity in Chicago. NOTE 2: The Stratton Lock and Dam has normal daily operating hours of 8 a.m. to midnight through Sept. 30. . Anglers need to limit umbrella rigs to three hooks though. Look for the fish by the Village Supper Club or by Browns Channel. Dissolved oxygen isnt the only reason for fish to be in riffles: as the water drops, the broken water of the riffles affords some protection against ospreys, herons and kingfishers. Mimi Boysen emailed the photo above and this earlier this month: My 5 year old grandson Jack caught these two fish last Sunday within 15 minutes on Lake Marie. Water at about 2 foot visibility. 10 h ago. Lake George in Hobart starting to give up crappie at a better pace fishing crappie minnows around the bridges, Loomis lake in valpo still giving up decent catches of panfish using crickets and jumbo red wigglers. Some good catches of perch in 20 to 30ft of water around the dune state park building also. Capt. If temps on the lakes drop below 53-55 degrees watch for signs of turn-over (roiled water, floating dead vegetation/leaves) and be prepared to head elsewhere. Scott Wolfe schooloffishcharters.com 630-341-0550. For guide parties, please call Dave Duwe at 262-728-8063. Just before dark work a topwater bait in the same area. Capt. Phil Schuman at Tackle Haven in Benton Harbor, Michigan said a few salmon are into the St. Joseph River. Look for this bite to improve this weekend as water temps drop! Starting Thursday (10/6) thru Saturday (10/8) lows in upper 20s to lowest of 30s with highs in 40s to low 50s will bring sharper drops. Note: The smaller Perch mixed in are why predator fish are also shallow. Moved the boat around to a few more spots throughout the day, we were able to pull 101 Cohos in the boat. Hope next time he is caught he weighs 25 lbs. Nearby early catch-and-release sites are (Kankakee County): Rock Creek at Kankakee River SP; (Ogle): Pine Creek, White Pines Forest SP; (Jo Daviess): Apple River, Apple River Canyon SP. Chicago Lake, Michigan fishing report, rainbow trout fly fishing forecast, fishing season updates, fly shop and fishing guides, and fly-fishing weather. Our Top Forums View All. Click here for the update from D&S Bait, Tackle & Fly Shop . Catches of Steelhead and non-spawning Chinook Salmon are possible at times too. Summer Fishing Pattern. Tim Spike Davis enjoys the catching of a Chinook at Montrose Harbor. Chicago Tribune. Click here for the southern Lake Michigan reports from the Wisconsin DNR. Best set ups were leadcores with either Stubbie dodgers and Aqua, Blue Liz or bullfrog Jimmy Flies or Warrior Steelhead Candy, Blue Dolphin, Blueberry Muffin or Blue Dragon Slayer. Crappie fishing remains good in the basin of the lake with jig and minnow, or off Kuno Point. When I wrote the above article 29 years ago in The Chicago File, fishing for smelt along Chicago's lakefront during the month of April was an extremely popular activity. Mike Norris. Mike Ochonicki emailed the photo above and a story I just enjoy about Chris Hamilton and his father Rob: Hi dale! 40.3K. Try around the Heidel Bar, Dartmouth Bay, Sandstone Point, and Blackbird Bay. Oddly, the tubes used were 2 , meant for Bass if thats any indication of the size of the Crappies (11+). 2450. As a perched lake, boating is closed when winds top or will top 14 mph. Ive been catching a lot of fish throughout the lake, location doesnt seem to matter but the depth is crucial. Over the time it has been ranked as high as 4 195 199 in the world. Lake Michigan (Chicago lakefront) . Next up a trip to Merrill for fall action this Saturday. Open now. Northern pike fishing has been slow. His name is Chris and his dad rob took him out today Saturday Sept 17th. Nefishingexpo.com is tracked by us since October, 2019. BoRabb Williams with the big Chinook at the annual Nightmares event at Jackson Park on the night of Sept. 30. Id encourage anyone to put that advice into practice. Navy . Staff at Tackle Haven in Benton Harbor, Michigan, said perch were beginning to show before the blow in 40 feet out of St. Joseph. Lori Ralph at the Salmon Stop in Waukegan texted: Mainly gov.pier using shrimp, minnows, and some worms. Not mounting to much . Walleye: Good-Fair Deep gravel/rock fish in 28-34 on 1/4 3/8 oz jig/chubs and working #9 Jigging Raps and 2.5 Shiver Minnows. I would try in the Box charters was a wonderful experience Jared was a great captain and very experienced we had an awesome time. Ive been electric motor trolling almost exclusively. Braidwood, LaSalle and Heidecke are open daily 6 a.m.-sunset. Stacey Greene at Park Bait at Montrose Harbor texted: I think the warmer weather may have slowed things down just a bit but from what I can tell and the reports Im getting there are still plenty of Salmon around, Kings & Coho. Ken Husker OMalley of Husker Outdoors emailed the photo above and this: Here is a recap of this past weeks fishing. Early mornings and late afternoons when the lake calms down, top water baits have been very effective. Only those water bodies with a current report are included. . Bob Poteshman of Confusion Charters said out of Chicago there's decent fishing, but it is very deep, 12-15 miles out, because most of the lake's warm waters are on our end of the lake . Nefishingexpo has the lowest Google pagerank and bad results in terms of Yandex topical citation index. We got a lot of rain here on Saturday, but it didnt affect clarity or levels on the Fox watershed much at all. She once called her husbands habit weird, so he tried to repress it, but now wants to raise the subject again. Still an unusual amount of Northerns caught by anglers casting for salmon, had one in the shop well over 40 inches. Bluegill fishing has also been fantastic. Bait that is starting to be used are spawn sacs, medium or large shiner minnows and night crawlers. 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