subject: Walleye Fishing Lures And When To Use Them [print this page] Walleye fishing is the most exciting type of freshwater fishing that is done in fresh water. They put up a great fight and can grow to some really nice sizes. One of the best times for walleye fishing is in the fall. The chillier weather can mean having to use different strategies and lures to get the job done. Those who are looking at fishing in the fall may want to know what type of lures that are going to land the big walleyes.
Walleye are to some the best-tasting fish of all the freshwater fish which is a big reason why people enjoy fishing for them. While they are not always the most fun to catch, they sure do make a great meal. They are easy to filet and have a quality of meat that is preferred by those who love to eat fish. One thing that makes fishing for walleye fun is that they are very elusive to catch.
It is a challenge to find them and when the anglers do, it is typically going to be a very good day of fishing. The following four walleye fishing tips and techniques can help the walleye fisherman to find and catch all the walleye that they can eat and stock in their freezer.
Are you new to the unique experience of reeling in the well-known walleye? If so, then the first thing that you'll need to do is get prepared by gathering together the right fishing gear. The walleye is an elusive fish with eyes that can reflect light, which is where their name comes from. They are mostly olive and gold with five wide stripes that extend along the upper sides of their body.
The belly is white and the mouth is large and filled with many very sharp teeth. Learning to catch them well involves knowing what lures to use.
Here are three walleye fishing lures and when to use them to help you on your next walleye fishing adventure:
1. The Weed Master Jig - This is a great jig for catching walleye anytime of the year but particularly in the fall. Using this jig can help to catch the walleye in the fall that are staying warm in the weeds and logs at the edges of the lakes. A weed master can run through these areas without as much chance of snagging as other jigs of the same type can. If is snag does occur, it is much easier to break it free as well.
This lure also makes it easier for the fish to inhale it without spitting it out. It is weighted evenly so that the fish are not even going to know it is there until it is too late for them. The strikes are going to be hard and fast so be prepared!
