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The answer to “Why ice fish?” is the same as when asked why do Americans own so many rifles, pistols and guns. Answer: Because we can! It’s in the Constitution (the gun part, not ice fishing), but it’s in the personal constitution of so many diehard outdoorsmen. And, it is becoming more popular each…
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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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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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“Necessity is the mother of invention.” – Albert Einstein That quote perfectly captures the spirit behind a new addition to Lakewood Park on Devils Lake’s Creel Bay — a state-of-the-art wheelchair lift designed to open the joys of boating and fishing to everyone, regardless of physical ability…
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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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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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The peak walleye action occurring right now on Devils Lake is “hot.” Known far and wide as a 4-seasons fishery (no season closure), as many people flock to this walleye mecca in winter as summer. Spring and fall are also very popular. Guide Mark Bry said, “They’re really biting now at the end of…
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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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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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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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