subject: Walleye Fishing Techniques For Northern Canada [print this page] Northern Canada is well-known for its great walleye fishing opportunities. There are many beautiful and exciting places to go fishing in which the walleye are plentiful throughout this area. It doesn't matter where you go fishing in Northern Canada or how many times you go out, you're sure to discover new places where the walleye can hide out, grow and thrive.
The walleye is a native of Canada and they're an amazing species. They got their name from their eyes which are very similar to the eyes of a cat because they reflect light. This gives them a huge advantage over their prey and is the reason why they feed more aggressively from dusk to dawn. This species are usually an olive or even a gold color and the average size is around twenty-five pounds. Not only are they fun to catch but they taste great too.
There are many lakes, streams and rivers located throughout Northern Canada where the walleye fishing is great but the best technique to use will depend on where you're fishing. In other words, something that works great when fishing in a river may not work as well when fishing in a lake or stream. For this reason, you need to know a few different techniques that can be used when seeking out the walleye in this area.
Here are five walleye fishing techniques for Northern Canada that can prove to be very productive:
1. Trolling - Trolling is an excellent technique used for catching walleye in Northern Canada. It's a good idea to use "S-turns" when trolling and keep a smooth steady pace for the best results. Trolling makes it easier to find the walleye because you can cover more ground faster and fish at different depths.
You can also use a variety of baits at the same time to find out which one is working the best.
2. Electronics - Using electronics such as GPS systems and fish finders make it easier for you to navigate the waters and locate the fish.
3. Still-fishing - Still-fishing can be done in any type of water and you can do it from the shore or from a boat. Either way should prove to be very successful.
4. Drift fishing - This is an excellent technique that works well when fishing for the walleye in Northern Canada. Drift along the weed beds, rock piles and points when using this technique for the best results.
