Lake Erie Walleye Fishing:AMAZING Trophies!
Posted: Thursday, December 18, 2008
by Mark Fleagle
oldfishinghole.com
When the weather turns cold in late fall right before the ice in, Lake Erie is one of the best fisheries for Walleye. Right now, anglers willing to brave the cold have the opportunity to catch some of the biggest fish of the year.The reason the large walleye are cruising the Ohio coasts of Lake Lake Erie is because the gizzard shad are schooling along these same areas getting ready for winter.
Shore-bound anglers get their best shot at Lake Erie walleye during this time of year as well. Piers at Catawba State Park, Lakeside, Huron, Lorain, and Cleveland are often lined with anglers casting Rattle traps and Rapala Husky Jerks throughout the night.
It takes a bit of luck being at the right place at the right time when the gizzard shad schools are swarming around the piers, but if you happen to be there at the right time your night fishing trip to Lake Erie for walleye is going to be a very exciting and productive one. Of course, fishing during this time of year requires special considerations for safety and comfort. Warm clothing is a must, especially after dark; several companies make insulated coveralls with the added benefit of USCG-approved flotation that are ideally suited for cold-water boating. Wet boat decks and piers can freeze quickly, so adequate footwear and caution is recommended; traction aids designed for ice fishing can be very helpful.
Fishing after dark requires additional preparation. Headlamps are necessary for pier anglers and boaters, alike. Boaters should check for functional navigation lights, ship-to-shore radio, and GPS before departure. Boaters should place lights on planer boards as both a safety precaution and a fishing aid. Following your trip, special attention should be paid to draining all water from the boat bilge and outdrive/outboard to prevent damage by ice formation. Pier anglers should ensure their net handle is long enough to safely land their catch. You need to follow these recommended safety precautions to have a safe and fun trip. The more prepared you are the more chance of you having a very good time on your next late fall Lake Erie walleye fishing trip.
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