FOOT Posted March 26, 2004 Share Posted March 26, 2004 Winnie, ever since 1974, haven't missed an opener.Secret, try leeches. My party has sat in the middle of an armada of boats and pulled in nice Walleye left and right. When asked what we were using, we replied leeches. Their comment back to us was "They don't bite on leeches this early in the year". Guess we were using the wrong thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big drift Posted March 26, 2004 Share Posted March 26, 2004 Bemidji, Julia, Big Turtle chain for as much and as long as the wives can't reach us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewey1 Posted March 27, 2004 Share Posted March 27, 2004 lake jeanette an the echo trail east of orr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northlander Posted April 5, 2004 Share Posted April 5, 2004 St.Louis River! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckN Posted April 6, 2004 Share Posted April 6, 2004 Big Stone! 18 days and counting.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huskiesplayer15 Posted April 6, 2004 Share Posted April 6, 2004 We usually fish the outlet on Little Pine inlet near perham, then we head over to ottertail for the rest, then I usaully throw off our dock if the wind is blowing into our bay on Big Pine, caught some nice fish off the dock before and a lot of bullheads Fished every opener since I was a youngin with my dad and grandpa, but this year my dad wont be able to come along since my mom is having surgery. Atleast my grandpa can show me how to snag the prop when we're backtrolling (again) Muddy-When you go to insula, do you go out of the lake one access? We have been going to lake four or five for six years now, its a blast aint it? Give me a report when your back, I am goin up there early june! Good Luck to all and have a safe and enjoyable opener!Best fishesChris [This message has been edited by huskiesplayer15 (edited 04-14-2004).] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huskiesplayer15 Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 walleyefanaticyou're right there are some huge fish caught there every year. it is really crowded there too, but it can definetly be worth your time though, this year i dont think it will since even the males will be out of there because of the low water, atleast i think so, there are couple other spots though that are worth it, try fishing crappies on big pine next year on the resort docks, catch some big ones off of those too.Best fishesChrisIBOT WANNABE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walleyefanatic Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 HP15, I also have fished that outlet on Little Pine a couple of times. Some awfully big walleyes in that lake. Early in the evening before tossing raps for the eyes we would "waste time" straight out from the outlet fishing crappies. I don't care for crappie fishing much at all but the fish we tied into were unbelievable. Most of my openers are spent on the Croix because I don't like playing bumper boats and it seems opening weekend for Minnesota everybody and their brother hit the still water of lakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Head Posted April 20, 2004 Share Posted April 20, 2004 Finally picked a spot! Gull Lake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musky1 Posted April 21, 2004 Share Posted April 21, 2004 I'll be on Mille accs, north side. Trolling raps at midnight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autumnhunt Posted April 23, 2004 Share Posted April 23, 2004 Minnewaska, Great opener lake for Eyes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayfly Posted April 24, 2004 Share Posted April 24, 2004 I'll be fishing out of Macs Twin Bay on Mille Lacs. I'll be on my secret spot at midnight.........depending on how many boats are out I may hold off on the secret spot till midweek. The party is at "Smokin Hills" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Walerak Posted April 26, 2004 Share Posted April 26, 2004 Since I live in SD I just figured I be fishing in SD. Last night I was figuring out the May fishing schedule/budget and realized I will be spending the opener on Pool 4 pre-fishing for a tournament. Does this really count since the season is year round there?By the way, if you are having troubles choosing a location. I think you will find the Mississippi River to be somewhat quiet on this particular weekend. Not too much traffic once the season opens up statewide.mw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ole1855 Posted April 26, 2004 Share Posted April 26, 2004 Change of plans, I was going to be on Cut Foot now it's Mille Lacs, the wind will determine which side/end we fish.Ole------------------Olson Insurance Agency[email protected]952-224-4774 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Bob Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Basswood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havin' Fun Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Another of my friends picked fishing opener for a wedding. Brilliant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Walerak Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Hammer em,Are you actually going? Must be some friend.mw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowgoose Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 I'll be on Winnie. Have been going there since I was able to walk. My parents live in Grand Rapids so it is a easy drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havin' Fun Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 He's a bozo for picking that day, but unfortunately, he's too good of a friend to blow off. Besides, my wedding is just around the corner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Walerak Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 I shouldn't even admit to this but I am getting married on Early Goose Opener. I didn't realize it until it was to late. The majortiy of my wedding party is not very happy with me.mw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guts Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 Hey Dusty has the right idea, KABETOGAMA, go out of the trail, or the Kab end of the lake, the West end of Kab should be great.LOL, guts <{{{{{>< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danothernfishingkid Posted May 12, 2004 Share Posted May 12, 2004 Big Swan, Grey Eagle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenwinger_13 Posted May 12, 2004 Share Posted May 12, 2004 Lake "X" in Ely, very few people go there... and i guess we will do ok there. Traditionally, it has been vermillion, staying on an island north of pine island sort of near bear creek. Unfortunately< most of my the crew are finishing up college finals and wont be home till friday or monday no time for procrstinations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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