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schucanoe
06/11/2016 12:41PM
 
In addition to the current and shoreline areas mentioned any reef coming up out of deep water is almost a certainty on lakes with good walleye populations. Slowly dragging a jig and tail over this type of structure is about my favorite way to fish. You also might want to give the Uncle Josh pork products a shot. We had really good luck with the baby crawlers last year. The optimum depth on reefs is usually determined by the amount of light penetration so wind action, water clarity, and sunlight can all play a part. Just try different depths and locations on the reef and you will generally find the fish.
 
zski
06/18/2016 10:31PM
 
for me, last year in quetico, the 9mm berkley flicker shad out fished the usual favorite deep rapala shad rap sr9
 
CardinalNation
06/20/2016 10:35PM
 
Flicker Shad # 7 in slick sunset, chartreuse pearl, slick purple pearl & slick green pearl. Fish in 10-15' range.
 
PineKnot
06/13/2016 04:06PM
 
I've found trolling with cranks at depths ranging from 8-20 feet will find where the walleye are hanging out. If wind isn't too bad, switching to jigging can land a few more in that spot. I usually trip solo, so wind is always my greatest challenge for staying on top of the walleye....

 
mapsguy1955
06/16/2016 01:16PM
 
It's a G Grub from Mr Twister. The jig comes from Bass Pro Shop, glow color.
 
mastertangler
06/06/2016 12:23PM
 
Walleye shouldbe fairly easy to catch right now. These would probably be hard to beat with a curly tail grub like a kalins.

Spin jig
 
Wallidave
06/05/2016 08:17PM
 
This is all you need....




 
retired55
06/05/2016 08:48PM
 
One of my favorites Shad Raps in the colors of firetiger and black and silver. Depths of 10 to 20 feet have worked very well. Good Luck.
 
FOG51
06/06/2016 12:35AM
 
Can't respond as to the Q but when I'm in the Wabakimi area we use either crankbaits or Gulp Impulse minnows on a jig and we do really well on walleyes. FRED
 
HighnDry
06/19/2016 06:37AM
 
Jig spinners. Orange and yellow 1/8 - 3/8oz depending on depth. Impulse plastics (floating minnow, leeches, etc.).
 
timatkn
06/19/2016 12:52PM
 
quote zski: "for me, last year in quetico, the 9mm berkley flicker shad out fished the usual favorite deep rapala shad rap sr9"


That happened to me on Kawnipi a few years back. A buddy on the board told me the flicker shad was a killer and cheaper, but I love my minnow rap. I had my brother and wife use flicker shads and quickly made the change myself :)


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mutz
06/02/2016 09:06PM
 
Jig and tails
 
BLee
06/02/2016 09:17PM
 
I don't know when your entry is. If you are going in the next month or so, look for some current, it doesn't take much.

Once you find some current, and its in the evening about the time the sun is setting, start jigging some plastic jigs or swim baits, use just enough weight to slowly get to the bottom in about 15 foot of water.

If you can find some slight current this time of year at a depth of 15 foot, you are golden.

If you find this spot, you will probably catch walleye no matter the time of day.


 
Jackfish
06/02/2016 11:26PM
 
quote mutz: "Jig and tails"
Bingo! But don't forget some crankbaits for casting and trolling.
 
Boats059
06/02/2016 06:45PM
 
How would you fish for walleye in the Q since live bait can't be used? I plan on being there the last week of June. Thanks
 
Boats059
06/03/2016 03:39AM
 
Thank you!
 
Boats059
06/12/2016 05:56PM
 
Thanks for the tips everyone. mapsguy1955, what is that jig called?
 
BLee
06/11/2016 05:19PM
 
I agree with what schucanoe just commented on. I have found if you can find a somewhat stained lake and find a 15 foot reef you will catch fish.
 
mapsguy1955
06/11/2016 08:47PM
 

I use this for Walleyes in Quetico and they love it. I don't think I would use bait anywhere though. I usually out fish bait guys.
 
Boats059
06/24/2016 08:40PM
 
Thanks for all of the advice. We go into the Q on the 29th. I hope that everyone has a safe and memorable paddling year. Rick