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Michigan Fishing Report – August 14, 2020 [video]

Michigan Outdoor News Editor Bill Parker takes a look at the hot bites from around the state, including a major perch bite as well as an area where walleyes are showing up in a big way.

Jordan River provides world-class brown trout fishing

The river reportedly fishes well year-round, never freezing up in the winter.

Wisconsin Fishing Report – August 13, 2020

Midday walleyes continue to be difficult to catch on a consistent basis, not impossible – catching them just involve a little more work and, where available, fishing the tops of deep rock bars (16 feet and deeper) with live bait and Lindy rigs.

LAKE PROFILES

Lake Erie: Yellow perch bite has kept Western Basin anglers busy

Even though the reasons are uncertain, these tasty treats, considered by many to be “Erie Gold,” have been reluctant to nibble on minnows during the traditional fall months that formerly provided reliable, annual fishing action for generations of anglers.

Wisconsin Lake Profile – Bone Lake, Polk County

This is the lowest Bone Lake muskie estimate since 1964, but is still considered a moderate density compared to other muskie lakes.

Minnesota Lake Profile – Big Marine Lake, Washington County

It’s a solid fishery, providing excellent panfish- and largemouth bass-fishing opportunities, and it kicks out enough walleyes to make it a viable option for them as well.