Fishing, Ice & Trail Report from Sportsman’s Lodge at Lake of the Woods 3-4-2010

gengberg March 4th, 2010

Lake of the Woods South Shore
Fishing, Ice & Trail Report
Sportsman’s LodgeSportsman Lodge Logo Small
Baudette, MN
www.sportsmanslodges.com
800-862-86023/3/2010

Here is the scoop…
We have seen hit or miss action this past week, some doing very well, some doing not so well. This is odd for this time of year; usually it is excellent fishing all the way around. Hmmm, well all we can do is keep moving around and chasing those schools of fish to find some consistent action. The weather is getting warmer and the sun is shining brighter so the stage is set for some good march action, we are on it. Check out the latest fishing pics below. Steve Knuth on the left from Duluth, MN pulled in and released a nice 9lb, 28.5 inch walleye on March 1 using a jig and a minnow. Walleye Steve Knoth Sports Small Mandy Sears from International Falls, MN is on the right holding her 24 inch walleye she also enjoyed catching and then released.Walleye Sports Mandy Sears Small

The normal spots such as the northern reefs which usually are always consistent are not this year or at least not yet, but the ice clarity is better than ever. We do have a more than average amount of snow this year, which may be keeping most of the sunlight out yet than in a “normal” year. Based on that theory, I would say the later part of the month could spark some good consistent fishing action with the snow melting away and the temperatures getting warmer. As for now the houses doing well will stay put and be ready for you and the others we will be doing the fish house shuffle. The scouts are out and in hot pursuit to find better fishing holes for you.

The best fishing right now has been in 28′-36′ feet of water eight to fifteen miles outside of Pine Island. We have not seen the walleyes start to move to shallow quite yet like they start to do in the spring. The best presentation being used is the gold or glow in the dark jig or gem n eye (red) tipped with a minnow. Vexilars are flying off the shelves and are a key component in a higher success rate; we continue to see many suspended fish caught in depths between one foot to twenty feet off bottom. Vexilars are available at the lodge for rent if you would like to try one, be sure to call ahead to reserve yours. Check out the picture below of Brett Johnson, from Crystal, MN who recently caught a nice walleye. Brett’s fish was a 8.5lb, 27.75 inch walleye caught on Feb 19, 2010.Walleye sportsBJohnson 8 Small
Ice Conditions
We currently have good ice conditions. The current ice depth is around 32 inches in the areas we fish and travel.

Trail Report
Lots of nice snow, 28-36 inches still lays on the lake and inland trails.
Lake Trails
We have plenty of snow and the trails are being groomed. Get ready for our Sportsman’s Oak Island Snowmobile Rally March 12 & 13. The trail is groomed, staked and marked from Warroad or Baudette right to Sportsman’s. This is just an hour ride across the lake on a nice fast trail. Come on up!
Land Trails
The land trails are in great condition. Lake of the Woods trails are jewels of the north, well maintained and not much traffic. Come enjoy them before the season ends!

March brings you a Winter Walleye Special!
Come up in March on a Sun - Thurs stay and book a 2 night 2 day fishing package or better and receive $25 off your package (on the already lower midweek rates) and a free $20 voucher for food, beverages or gift shop items. Sportsman’s Lodge Rainy River dates available are March 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 & 28-31. Oak Island dates March 14-18. Got a group of 8 or more? We will double the vouchers to $40 per person! Click here for details.

Mardi Gras, Sportsman’s Style
Come on over for some fishing and enjoy our hottest party of the year!
March 27, 8pm - 1am. Entertainment by The Undertakers, beads, contests, games,
drink specials, free hurricanes 8-9pm and much more. Click here for details.

Lake of the Woods Oak Island
Fishing, Ice & Trail Report
Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge
Oak Island, MN
www.oakislandlodge.com
800-772-8411

3/3/2010

Plenty of good fishing
Plenty of good fishing has been the hot topic this week, most fishing stories have a common theme, “plenty to catch, keep, release and eat”. Lots of smiles! We have seen active walleyes outside of Oak Island in twenty-three to twenty-eight feet of water. The fish pails have been filled with mainly walleyes and a few perch. The best tackle has been orange, gold, and pink jigs lately, tipped with a minnow. The season will soon come to an end, get your reservations in now; Sportsman’s Oak Island is open until March 21.

Ice Conditions
We currently have good ice conditions. The current ice depth is around 32 inches in the areas we fish and travel.

Trail Conditions
We still have a good base of snow 30-36 inches.
Lake Trails
The trails are groomed and ready to go. Ride the trails today! Excellent snow and grooming conditions.
Land Trails
Excellent snow depth and grooming. The trails are in great shape.
Plowed road to island
The road is in good shape and continues to be plowed regularly.

Coming Soon….Annual Snowmobile Rally
March 12 & 13
Fun Run, Radar Run, Games, Polar Splash, Live Entertainment, Food, Drinks & More
www.snowrally.sportsmanslodges.com

3244 Bur Oak Rd NW • Baudette, MN 56623

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