Walleye techniques...

[rico]

There are not that many lakes in the state of Indiana that have walleye let alone ones that get ice. Just curious as to how some on here fish for them.

[Crappie 1]

I use tip-ups, put what is called a "Blue minnow" about 2' off bottom. Also like a lure called the Williams Wobbler in hammered gold or silver. Like it tipped with a smelt head, or Golden shinner head. And jig with it. Don't do a whole lot of it because were usually Blluegill fishing.

[rico]

What is a "blue minnow"?

[Crappie 1]

What is a "blue minnow"?

When you go to buy minnows. ask for Blues. They cost a little more, but Walleys & big Perch like them. They are kind of a blue color on their back. Bigger than a shiner or Perch minnows, smaller than a sucker or chub minnow.

[rico]

Interesting...........we have what we call "walleye" minnows down here. Very big minnows. I also happen to live in an area that is a muskie hot bed.......so suckers are quite prevalent. Not much of a tip-up angler, although I have them.

[Crappie 1]

Next time you go for bait, ask them if they have Blues, you can take a look and decide for yourself The Walleye Minnows should work for you....

[rico]

Already asked........they think I am looking for blue catfish!!!!!!!!! LOL Seriously. Oh well. I am more of a jiggin' guy myself.

But think I will try to tackle the tip-up aspect of it this year.

[Crappie 1]

rico, they sell a lot of them up here in my area. Maybe they don't use them down your way? They still should know what they are..lol

[Crappie 1]

Emerald Shiner

Scientific Name: Notropis atherinoides
Common Name: Blues
Color: Silver with green iridescence.
Markings: Very short snout and large eyes.
Length: 3-4 inches
Susceptible to VHS: Yes Well I tried twice to get the picture, guess I can't. Anyway, this is what is known as a "Blue"

[rico]

Definitely recognize that name.........btw how do you rig them?