Opener Weekend Walleyes

Walleye were caught everywhere this weekend. Largest numbers of fish were caught in Pike Bay on the trusty jig and minnow. Rainbow minnows seemed to be the bait of choice. Anglers in Pike Bay also had success trolling Rapalas along the wind blown shorelines. Trolling at 2 mph produced quality numbers. The best colors were all gold, with blue producing some fish as well.

The deep water fishermen had plenty of success too! 20-25 FOW on sand to mud transitions was best until mid morning, then sliding out a little deeper to 28-32 FOW seemed to produce better results. Chubs and rainbows produced equal numbers of fish. The best jig colors were any variety of orange during the day, and anything with black during lowlight hours. 3/8oz Northland Tackle jigs of any style are my favorite.

Overall the size of the fish were about the same deep and shallow. Average size this weekend was 13-15” with a bunch of small fish to throw back and keep you busy!! This picture is of a Glenmore Resort guest with a beautiful 29” walleye! This fish was caught in Pike Bay opening morning.

Check back in next Monday (5/22) to see next week’s fishing report!

Zach Hrvol
Fishing with Z Guide Service

We had a wonderful time celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary at Glenmore Resort. Since it was our first time staying with you we naturally did not know what to expect. Your hospitality shown toward our whole family was very welcoming and appreciated. We caught a lot of fish and took time to experience other activities in the area. The Tower Soudan Underground Mine trip was an education about iron ore mining, and an eye opener to the hardships endured by the miners. Your other guests were a lot of fun to be with too. Our cabin provided everything we needed to be comfortable for our week’s stay. The porch with the single beds were our favorite hang out in the evening with the cool breezes blowing off of the lake and view of the grandkids swimming right below us. There can’t be a better beach and swimming area anywhere which was totally unexpected for a big lake such as Lake Vermilion. Thanks again for your great resort and service!
Bob and Jenny Johnson – Brainerd, MN July 2018