subject: Tips For Walleye Fishing The Detroit River [print this page] Walleye fishing on the Detroit River is very popular no matter the time of year. Many people ca agree that the taste of the walleye that are found on this river is better than those of any other body of fresh water. Typically the walleye can be found in the Detroit River when they are ready to spawn. This season is from March to May and millions of walleyes make the trek to the river for this season.
Those who want to angle for these great tasting walleye may want to know some tips and tricks that can help them to land the big walleyes. The following are 5 tips for walleye fishing the Detroit River.
1. Bundle Up - When fishing during March to May, the water as well as the air can be quite cold, particularly in the early morning hours when walleye fishing is at its best. It is important to wear layers of clothing that are warm and that can be covered up with water proof gear. As the day gets warmer, the layers can be removed to keep the fisherman from over heating. It is important to make sure that the body stays warm and that hypothermia is not going to be an issue.
Make sure you bring a couple of changes of clothing that are held in water proof plastic bags. If you need to do a quick change, you are going to have warm and dry clothing to wear. This can keep the body's core temperature at a normal level and is going to make for a more comfortable fishing trip.
2. Trolling - Not everyone is going to be fishing the Detroit River during the spawning season. After May, the best way to catch the walleye is going to be by trolling. The walleye are going to be more spread out than they are when they are spawning. Trolling allows for more of the river bottom to be covered in one pass. More walleye are going to see your lures and baits and this means you are going to be able to get more fish. The larger fish are going to be at the bottom so make sure your lure or jig has enough weight to get to the bottom of the river.
3. Vertical Jigging - This is the best technique to use when the walleyes are spawning. When there are many people in a boat it can be hard to troll. Using vertical jigging can make it easier for a few people to fish out of one boat at a time. You are going to need to use a fish finder to get to the fish.
