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Jim Kalkofen

Summer = Hot Fishing on Devils Lake

Based on the good May fishing action, the Devils Lake “bite” is expected to become exceptional this summer. Take it from the most respected voice in the fishing industry, Al Lindner. He was at this north-central North Dakota lake in May filming a Lindner’s Angling Edge TV show with pro angler…

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The Welcome Sign is out at Devils Lake

It’s summer. The crops are planted. The kids are out of school. There are no excuses. It’s time to head to Devils Lake, North Dakota and catch some fish. Do it in your boat with your gear. Or, better yet, leave the boat home and hire a guide service for a few days. The top guides in North America…

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Walleyes are Right Around the Corner

Devils Lake has a reputation. A good one! Ice will be gone by May 1. Boats will be launched soon after. Walleyes will be shallow. And, biting, like this time every spring. Seasons are open year-round. Early season tactics and techniques will be shared later, but first a look at what to expect of…

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America’s Duck Factory Hosts Cast & Blast

Last year hunters and fishermen from 46 states traveled to Woodland Resort on Devils Lake to enjoy morning waterfowl hunts and spectacular walleye fishing. Several area guide services offer similar packages. Some notable observations and predictions from Kyle Blanchfield, 36-year North Dakota…

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Springtime is the Right Time for Devils Lake Walleyes

Until the ice gently recedes, shore fishermen are setting their hooks on walleyes and northern pike. Devils Lake has more shore fishing opportunities than perhaps any other inland lake. As ice pulls back and bridge and culvert current areas attract walleyes like a magnet. Fishermen take advantage of…

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Early Devils Lake Open Water Beckons; Seasons Never Close.

When the North Dakota sunshine finally forces the ice to retreat, it’s time to head to Devils Lake for walleyes and pike. The fishing seasons are open year-round. The fish have spawning on their pea-sized brains. Pike and walleyes move near shore and to current areas about mid-April every spring…

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Best Devils Lake Ice Fishing Happening Now!

Devils Lake fishing seasons never close. The calendar pages flip, and when the month of March appears, perch, pike and walleyes are triggered. “Hands-down, March is my favorite month to fish Devils Lake,” said long time ice and open water guide Ancil Reynolds. Before describing specific late ice…

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Devils Lake Officially Open for Ice Season

It’s early to be proclaiming safe ice all across Devils Lake, but the walkers are venturing out…and catching fish. Nick Fautsch from Nick’s Guide Service said, “Wear cleats, carry a rope and have a set of ice picks around your neck, just in case.” Nick concentrates on the west end where 7 to 9…

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