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Location: North-Central WI | If you are an Esox angler, the action has been excellent for both northern pike and musky. Numerous northern pike in the 30” range up to 42” have been caught and released as of late. Lures made of rubber or rubber plastic combinations such as Depthtails, Shallowtails, and Suzy Suckers have been tough to beat. Work the deepest weed or stump field edges parallel, staying about a cast length away. Speed has been a trigger as of late with the high water temperatures, work your baits quickly and erratically to both cover water and trigger strikes. If you find yourself on the water early or late, there is good action to be had on surface baits. Lures such as Topraiders and Top Dancers have not only been productive as of late, but rather entertaining as well!
The high water temperatures really put a stress on fish who are intended to be released, especially the larger predators such as northern pike and muskies. To help ensure a successful release of your catch, being by not playing the fish to exhaustion. Use a quality net such as those by Frabill to contain your quarry while removing the hooks. If you must take a picture, do so quickly and get the fish back in the water. Support your catch upright until it is able to power itself away. Remember, CPR – catch, photo, proper release! I’ll see you on the water!
Tight lines,
Joel DeBoer
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