Jump to content
  • GUESTS

    If you want access to members only forums on HSO, you will gain access only when you Sign-in or Sign-Up .

    This box will disappear once you are signed in as a member. ?

New to 'Yak Fishing


Recommended Posts

Hi Everyone,

I have been lurking around this site picking up great tips and ideas for quite a while. Based on what I saw I finally bought a Crow Wing Pro Angler on Monday and am getting it all ready to go. I won't be done with the rigging until next week but I am dying to get out and give her a try before it is all finished. My problem is I don't know how to fish the lakes that are closest to me. Like every other dork I read the article in the Trib about Nokomis and I have heard good things about Hiawatha so I was thinking about trying these. What I am realizing is that fishing out of a yak limits the area that you can cover so, does anyone have any tips that they wouldn't mind sharing about either of these lakes so I could get on something other than bullheads and perch?

Any and all advice would be appreciated, or if anyone is looking for a fishing partner that would be great too.

Thanks a ton

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Harriett is a goos bass lake, so is Calhoun. I haven't fished Nakomis yet, but hear its good.

Yak fishing is not a whole lot different then other boat fishing. Use your maps, GPS, and locator and you're set to go.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I like to fish the city lakes in my yak, I have had some success with bass. If you want to go sometime, that would be cool, I like to get out in the evenings

I dont have much gear on my kayak because i tend to tip over too much! It hasn't stopped me from catching lots of fish!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

all you need is some hooks, weights, and plastics. And maybe a couple spinnerbaits and 2 or 3 cranks and buzzbait. basically just one small plastic box. lotta times I do better when I don't have all my tackle, because I spend less time debating tactics and more time fishing

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Hey Cyberfish, do you tip over on purpose to cool off during the hot summer days? I have yak fished for 3 years now and never had an issue with tipping over. In fact, I am convinced that my yak is way more stable than a canoe.

DT10

Link to comment
Share on other sites

So, I got out yesterday afternoon. More to see how the yak handled and how it easy it was to get around the lake. I gotta say that I am hooked, unfortunately I am the only thing that got hooked yesterday (other than a tiny bullhead). Lots of fun, easy to maneuver, and WAY more stable than I could have imagined. Got some good ideas of the type of stuff that I should bring with, like a larger variety of tackle. Still gotta figure lots of stuff out but I wasn't expecting a whole lot during the middle of a 85 degree day.

Cyberfish, someday next week work for you? I am open most evenings, let me know.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Do you still need a special city permit to have a boat on Minneapolis lakes? I used to fish Nokomis and they said my canoe needed a special permit just like any other craft including yaks.

From my experiences on nokomis, fish the sail boat pattern. You will find eye's, 'skies, pike and maybe a few bass in there. Its a great lake for fishing from small craft. As long as you dont mind the airport noise.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Guest
This topic is now closed to further replies.


×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.