Fishing - What's Biting and When!

MARCH
The famous Wolf River Walleye Run begins at mid-month and continues through all of April at brisk pace. The larger Walleyes are taken at the onset of the run.

APRIL
Walleye fishing still in full swing. During the last week White Bass begin to appear. Northern Pike and Crappie also bite well.

MAY
Good catches of Walleye mixed with White Bass in first week, then mostly White Bass for the remainder of the month. Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie, Bluegill and Catfish do quite well in the third week and continue into June.

JUNE
Best time for Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. Generally good catches of all species. Walleye fishing excellent by drifting and trolling lakes Poygan and Winneconne. Larger Perch are taken now.

JULY
Northern Pike near large week beds. Pan fishing good in most areas. Occasional schools of White Bass found in deep spring fed holes.

AUGUST
Motor-trolling nets good catches of mixed bag species. Early morning and late evening best. Fishing guides can turn these “dog days of August” into pleasant fishing.

SEPTEMBER
Fall spawning run of White Bass getting started and peaks towards end of month. Walleye activity increases; run starts by end of month.

OCTOBER
White Bass good to excellent first two weeks. Walleye fishing good throughout month as run peaks. Trolling in deeper parts of river or night fishing on the bridge most productive.

**EDITOR’S NOTE
This timetable was compiled by area fishermen and Doug Nelson. It is based upon years of fishing experience. It is designed solely as a guide to help you enjoy outdoor activities in our area. Water and weather conditions may alter this timetable.