Taking my son to Lake Nipigon

[I Love Ontario]

I am taking my 8 year old son to the Northeast part of Lake Nipigon in the second half of August. He is hoping to catch a big walleye in the lake. With the local fishing regulations (artificial only and 1 barbless hook) can anyone provide guidance on what lures to use for walleye on the lake? Also, how about lures for brookies/specks?

I really appreciate your guidance to help my little guy have some successful fishing action.

Enjoy the rest of summer,

Geoff

[RK]

Walleyes up there aren't complicated. You can do very well on a simple jig and white or yellow grub. Gulp Alive swimming minnow grubs work really well. Sometimes adding a jig spinner can help too. You can also troll spinners with a single aberdeen hook and a 3" Gulp minnow threaded on the hook. For brookies beetle spins actually do pretty well.

[live4chrome]

You should have no problem catching walleye. Think moving water

[JoePalermo]

Any simple bait will work well for walleyes up there , after doing a little research I found people are using plain jigs with 3-4 " twister tails, Whites and green seem to be favorable. as far as brookies I agree beetle spins (small) will land plenty of fish for you. good luck ! post some pics after your trip :-)

[kkahmann]

If your fishing the little Jack or the Onamon don't be afraid to troll wally divers or jointed countdown raps--my biggest fish seem to come off these plugs. You'll catcha ton of walleyes--its a banner year for them.