Green Bay Walleye action has been well above average for action more days than not as of this last
week. A slight cold front mid-week halted action slightly but overall, the fishing has been strong.
Trolling or jigging reefs like Geano’s and Oconto Shoal has been some of the best action. Around the
shallow reefs running #7 Flicker Minnows or Flicker Shads when trolling has proven to produce good
numbers when there is some wind present. Perch patterns and the always productive purple patterns
have been best. Folks preferring to jig with glide baits like Shiver Minnows along with Jigging Spoons
have seen good catches also around the shallow rocks. For sure windy days have been better than flat
calm. East shore reefs have been a bit more hit or miss but, on some days, good catches have shown up
off Volks and Vincent and Macco’s reefs.
The” Mud” trolling bite has been good overall. Crawler harnesses with Gold or Gold/Purple blades have
been decent along with worm burner spoons in similar colors. Many days trolling Crankbaits like #9
Flicker Minnows assisted with 2 oz snap weights has also been very productive. Watch your electronics
and pay attention to where ethe fish are in the water column to make sure you keep your baits in the
right zone.
University Bay has also seen some good action for Walleye trolling crank baits around rocky areas like
College Reef and in Dead Horse Bay. Mostly in the mornings and the evenings in the shallow waters.
Areas around Sturgeon Bay like Larsons Reef are also beginning to show signs of good Walleye action.
Don’t be afraid to get out and explore the summer water temps have stabilized and activity should be
good day in and day out all-over Green Bay.
Perch fishing continues to be very good seemingly everywhere on The Bay right now. Minnows and
crawler pieces have been the best baits along with some plastics like 2” Keitech Easy Shiners. Rock sand
transitions along with reef tops and weed edges all seem to be holding Perch. The key is to be a little bit
flexible and don’t sit in one area too long if nothing is biting. Musky fishing is improving, fishing the weeds on the west shore has produced some nice fish. With this warm weather we are have please practice CPR and use the right tools to protect the fish. Have your camera ready , take your picture and release the fish.
Yah, only at Smokeys!!!
If you go, please be safe, and take a kid fishing
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