Lake of the Woods fishing report for 10/22/2012

The final week for the summer - fall Lake of the Woods fishing report is finally here. This years fishing in the Northwest Angle was nothing short of spectacular with numbers of trophy fish caught and released. Not only was the fishing extremely good throughout the entire season, several folks caught their personal best fish, ever! Guests caught their largest Walleye, Muskie, Crappie, and even Perch on several occasions; week-in and week-out. Staff members and guides were also rewarded with some of the largest fish ever caught in their boat. This Canadian shield lake is one of the top fishing destinations in the world for many species of game-fish. Flag Island Resort will not hold back when it comes to getting you on the water, putting you on fish, and on the big fish!

Did you know Lake of the Woods is home to the elusive Black Crappie? Ice fishing is very popular in the Northwest Angle. Hundreds of Crappies can be caught in a single day with fish in the 14-inch-plus-range on the average. But, did you know... Crappie can be caught with consistency during the warm water months? Of course you do! Ontario Crappie fishing is not something most set out for on their annual trip to Lake of the Woods during the open water season, however, there are times when the bite is on and one cant resist. During the "off-season," we will help you prepare for these relatively rare fish during the warmer months.

Lake of the Woods is known throughout the entire world as one of the best Canadian Walleye fishing lakes and is in fact, "The Walleye Capitol of the World." If you enjoy jigging, trolling, fishing big water, or areas of current, The Northwest Angle is a place every Walleye angler should visit. Throughout the entire open water fishing season, Walleye over 26-inches are caught on a regular basis with several over the 30-inch-mark caught, photographed, and released by our guest. Our Lake of the Woods resort is located in a perfect location to set out and target Walleye. This winter, we will help you prepare yourself so that everyone can go home with pictures to share with family and friends.

The Northern Pike is a close relative to the Muskellunge (Muskie, Musky.) Both fish can grow as long as 50-inches, sport razor sharp teeth, and readily hit lures larger than some of the fish we catch. They appear to be very similar when it comes to characteristics, attitude, and seasonal locations, however, there are several differences in how to target these two species and how they react to different fishing methods. You don't want to get caught using light line and soft gear when fishing for either of the two! Stay tuned to the Lake of the Woods Fishing Report blog for tips, tricks, and gear selection to go after these monsters!

What to expect for 2013? Now is the time to start thinking about next years highly anticipated fishing trip. With all the different types of fish to target, so much water, so much fishing tackle, and what may seem to be so little time, being prepared to go after specie after specie is quite simple. Throughout the season, we shared many different tactics and ways to approach Lake of the Woods to help you be successful, however, this winter we will share even more! What to bring, how to use it, and where to go? Keep in touch with our fishing report blog for Lake of the Woods throughout the "off-season." Thank you for your visit!