Both scenarios illustrate the most critical factor when it comes to successfully fishing for lakers. Instead, a monster lake trout showed up, latched onto her lure, and took it for a ride. Monster lake cody 2020 all you need to know before you go. Hes caught big lake trout before and he picked this destination because of the likelihood of catching a big lake trout, said schafermeyer. Monster lake trout through the ice on blue mesa reservoir. Use big baits to catch giant lake trout through the ice joe cermele. Brook trout are temperamental at the best of times. The current world record lake trout caught through the ice is 40 pounds, so it is safe to say that this one will blow away the current world record. Provided by jordan rodriguez ice fishing is the most unpredictable kind. This monster lake trout was almost too big to fit through. Its a great catch and even greater that they released the fish back into the lake. After a 10minute battle, gage poulin was able to haul the hefty brook trout onto the ice. I caught that fish in a 200acre lake, in seven feet of water near a beaver lodge along the shore, says coulter, who lives in sault ste. Lake nipigon is the top destination in ontario if you want to experience the thrill of catching a world class monster lake trout.
Smallmouth, northern pike, herring, burbot and the occasional monster lake. Salmon and trout fishing books, videos and dvds salmon and trout fishing books, videos and dvds describe the techniques and methods used to catch fish. Another great tactic is to drill a double hole to make sure you have enough space to pull the fish through the ice. But the event further staked lake michigans claim as a bucket list destination for trout anglers. Find and catch lakers under the ice by nathan shore most fish species are restricted under ceilings of ice.
Mike nielson is a trophy trout guide on the lake who puts clients into quality fish like the one pictured on a pretty regular basis. The lake trout is one of the most elusive fish in north americaand one of the most captivating. On tuesday, thomas knight caught the giant trout, a fish and gamecertified record, while icefishing in big diamond pond in west stewartstown. Trickey pond is off route 11114 in south naples, past the muddy river. You would want to be able to measure it for the record books. You wont catch high numbers dropping these oversized baits, but when you do get a bite, you better hang on. Monster brook trout underwater ice fishing video dailymotion. This monster lake trout was almost too big to fit through the ice hole. One of the gents with his first brook trout ever through the ice. A couple weeks ago, i read richard laymons the halloween mouse and thoroughly enjoyed it for what it was, and now i wanted to see what a kids book by the. Just because you hike a mile through the bush, scale a small mountain, and then rappel down a cliff to reach a remote trout lake away from other anglers doesnt mean you will catch fish. Just before freeze up i hit a little lake and found the brookies doing exactly what they are compelled to do at this time of year. Lake nipigon lake trout fishing pasha lake cabinspasha. Marie, ontario, and ice fishes the famous petite brook trout lakes along the north shore of lake superior.
Only two were captured in 2016, the largest weighing over 14 lbs. Iceout lake trout fishing in canada is great for size. Lake trout fishing through the ice is an adventure anywhere, but when a diy approach is combined with the chance to ice a. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. Brook trout are the most popular trout species sought by ice fishermen in maine. Mar 02, 2020 jigging is a great way to catch monster trout, and thats why trout jigs have made their way onto this list of best trout lures. Tips for catching lake trout through the ice outdoornews. Monster lake could easily be an entry in the goosebumps series. Mar 09, 2015 we are targeting trophy lake trout off northern wisconsins icy shores of lake superior. How to locate lake trout in the wintertime northern. They get pushed into corners and pockets holding the warmest remaining water.
These anglers were ice fishing on lake superior when they caught this monster lake trout. The 5 biggest ice fishing catches in recent history. As the ice begins to melt on waterways in the southern portion of the province, the northern region of manitoba is just hitting its prime. As the ice slowly melts away, the ritual known as ice out lake trout fishing is set to commence. The reason trout jigs work so well is because the heavy weight of the jig head quickly sinks the lure straight down through the water column and right to the depth you know the trout are hanging out in. Hot summertime northern pike action open water summertime northern pike fishing, a blast in a cast. If requested we will fillet your catch on the boat, bag it and put it on ice while you fish. The lure of brook trout fishing article by the fishin hole. Ice season on payette lake often arrives late and doesnt last long, but its here now. Monster lake has world class fishing for large hard fighting rainbows, brown, brook, tiger and newely introduced cut throatsnot so large. These fish have predictable behaviors which, if understood, can be used to your advantage. Early one morning, tackle box in hand and fishing rod in the other, my 8 year old brother and i settled on a muddy bank that was not far.
I was out ice fishing for lakers with a friend last week. This handle provides a lot of leverage when fighting larger fish and is great for most applications pertaining to lake trout, pike and other larger gamefish. Pro secrets for landing big lake trout through the ice. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. Oct 30, 2001 the lake trout is one of the most elusive fish in north americaand one of the most captivating. Ice fishing for mackinaws at payette lake in idaho idaho. The 5 biggest ice fishing catches in recent history daniel xu 03.
Ice fishing how to locate active rainbow trout bc fishn. As is my custom, i would jig one rod for five or 10 minutes, then lay it down, walk over to the second rod and jig it for a similar length of time. Based on thirty years of fishing experience, lake trout offers an in depth look at this majestic fish including everything from the biology of the fish to the history of the areas surrounding the lakes in which they live. If you are fishing for troply fish, this is an excellent plug. Kasba lake lodge offers guests trophy lake trout fishing at its very best. With the early ice available, dont wait for the lake trout bite its on now. Henrys lake provides a unique opportunity for anglers to catch trophysized trout through the ice. Milwaukee harbor brown trout fishing reports indepth. I spent seven days fishing at monster lake and staying at the lodge. Our efforts paid off and we racked up another 6 fish on the day, with the majority of them being bigger than the previous day. Our goto ice fishing option that caters directly to.
Aug 29, 2016 one of the prime places to set up for lake trout, especially when youre ice fishing on new lake for the very first time, is off the end of a point. Read on to see how one lucky angler already wrestled a monster through the ice, plus more winter. All of the fish in this video were caught on a custom built della bay. Follow the strategies outlined below to catch more brook trout under the ice. The first two chapters explore the evolution of the lake trout fisherman and. Ice fishing how to locate active rainbow trout written by. Ice fishing 20 miles out on lake superior is a kickass way to fish, no doubt about it, but when you pull a monster up from the depths below through clear ice, it makes for an entertaining video for the guys at home, especially when the guys catching the fish are having a helluva good time, saying things like, duuude, thats like over 40 inches long, thats huge. You might wonder what week is the best week to come but any time is ideal for fishing monster lake trout during our monthlong season. After putting a beat down on smaller fish all morning tanner and i. From upstate new york to the rocky mountains, lake trout are an apex. Monster lake trout caught through clear monster lake trout caught through clear ice via. During winter, you can catch lake trout in any depth of water. And last winter, my grandson liam pulled an old, toothless, gargantuan laker through a hole in the ice when we were jigging for yellow perch in 28 feet of water. Lake trout cant live long in water temperatures approaching 70f.
Expert advice for fishing winters smallwater brookies. These topoftheline predators are fast and powerful, a fish that can actually become more active under the ice. At least in those days, the lake was known to be a good destination for trout fishing. Henrys lake offers ice fishing for trophy trout idaho. Trophy lake trout take a long time to grow to trophy size. Manitoba lake trout on late ice one the best times to target lake trout in manitoba is during the later part of the ice season. This was hands down the craziest day of ice fishing i have ever been a part of. Trophy trout guide your source for all things trophy trout. See what its like to catch a giant lake trout on one of the worlds largest freshwater lakes. Mar 04, 2020 ice fishing on silver lake in madison, n. Try out these 10 best tips to catch giant, monster, trophy lake trout.
Some of the books and dvds are specific to unique fish and fishing techniques. Book your ice fishing trip early as the prime dates go fast. Big lake trout can easily be lost if you are fishing a hole that is too small. Recordbreaking lake trout confiscated by canadian authorities. Monster lake trout caught through clear ice imagine the thrill of catching a laker like this. Unreel rainbow fishing trips big monster rainbow trout through the ice on light tackle. I was in the fish house, jigging, on a short pole, said the 73yearold grandmother of two. Some of the books and dvds are general in nature, giving the reader an overview of many techniques and methods. If youve ever wondered what its like to fish through ice in a tent 20 miles out on lake superior and catch a humongous trout through a tiny hole, this video is for you. Measuring nearly 1 in diameter at the center of the handle then slightly tapering off on both ends. First ice is upon us and all i have is thoughts of going brook trout fishing. There wasnt much of a bite going for avid angler bruce sederberg on january 16, 20, but the last fish he hooked that day ended up being the worlds largest lake trout ever landed with a pole. Their diet varies based on the length, weight and age of the fish, but includes small crustaceans, snails, leeches, insect larvae and other small fish. Thats how a trophy lake trout caught while ice fishing late last month reached the new hampshire fishing record book.
Feb 28, 2020 after a 10minute battle, gage poulin was able to haul the hefty brook trout onto the ice. Patience delivers monster trout at henrys lake idaho statesman. Gord pyzer and while they are doing all of this, the lake trout, patrolling the point like school crossing guards, are taking advantage of the delicious confusion. I was ice fishing for lake trout one time in thunder bay in lake superior, and had augured two holes in the ice about 40 to 50 feet apart. One opportunity provided by booking later in the season is the chance to see barrenground caribou beginning their migration south toward the treeline. Lake lauzon offers some of the greatest ice fishing experiences imaginable. Patience delivers monster trout at henrys lake idaho. We strive to provide our guests with an atmosphere to relax and rejuvenate while on the water targeting lake trout, northern pike and lake superior whitefish. Not a monster by any means but none the less, the 24 incher put up a good fight and after a quick picture, it was released back into the harbor waters.
Arguably one of the seasons most enjoyable fishing pursuits, fishing for lake trout just after the ice. Its a little im always curious when writers of nasty, hardcore horror novels produce something intended for children. Sep 29, 2010 the pond contains lake trout, brook trout and some splake a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout. We will be working with mike in the future so look for reports and pics. The months of january and march are two of the absolute best months for catching lake trout. Tale of titanic trout turns talk to laker lore human interest. We are targeting trophy lake trout off northern wisconsins icy shores of lake superior. For some it may be a once and an lifetime opportunity. World class lake trout fishing jigging up monster lake trout early spring, 2030 fish days common. Fish and game defines a tip up as a fishing device for storing line, designed to be set through the ice and to indicate when something has. Lake trout can grow to nearly a metre in length and weigh more than 20 kilograms, but they average 38 to 51 centimetres and 4. Concord a meredith man known for his fishcatching prowess shattered the new hampshire record for lake trout set in 1958 with a 37. Tricks and tactics for winter brook trout ontario out of.
In this video i catch lake trout through the ice and some good sized ones also. This time the fish felt quite small and after a very short fight, i quickly released an 18 pike. Flathead catfish are present in monster lake and have been sampled in low number in idnr surveys. Ice fishing can be tough sledding, but this monster cutthroat trout was well worth the fivehour journey to henrys lake. Jan 17, 2015 ice fishing in harbor nets plenty of trout. I am curious to see the variety and consistency in the equipment that others approach this species with. Results from the 2016 survey were much improved from the previous effort, and the largemouth bass population appears much better. Check out this video of a monster brown pulled through the ice from the great lakes. Mn lake trout could be new ice fishing world record.
Lake trout can offer some of the most exciting ice. Lake trout, rainbow trout, and cusk are already being caught in largelake bays, and opportunities for these species will only increase as anglers are able to expand into areas that had been previously inaccessible in recent winters. Giant trout caught through the ice of lake superior. Keefe might not have been certain that fish would eat that monster softplastic as quickly as the 44incher i ended up. It recently produced two catchandrelease state records for brook trout. Whether youre icefishing for panfish, walleye, bass, or trout, you have. Ice fishing for lake trout northern ontario travel.
Monster lake trout like to feed in january winnipeg free press. Center harbor man crushes record, hauls in monster lake trout. In fact, winter anglers not only have more waters to fish in 2003, regulations have been changed on some waters to allow more traps, and some waters are actually being managed with just icefishing in mind. These coldblooded animals are on the hunt for food, cruising many kilometres a day to satisfy their. The colorado division of wildlife has recently changed their lake trout eradication program to net and kill all fish 38 and under instead of 30 and under like it was just a few months ago. These topof the line predators are fast and powerful, a fish that can actually become more active under the ice. Brook trout, browns, lake trout and rainbows are all winter targets across the state, and as interest in icefishing continues to grow, more waters are being opened to winter angling. In years past, getting to the ice in winter was a problem, but a new state access area put in a year or so ago has solved the problem. Hey guysgals, i was wondering if everyone would post their favorite lake trout setup including. Giant lake trout ice fishing video video dailymotion. I hope yall enjoy this video, i had a great ice fishing season and i. This is a big lake trout that was caught through some of lake superiors crystal clear ice. Fishing through the ice at salmon lake, lynn caught a monster pike 30 pounds, 8 ounces, 45 inches long, with a prodigious girth of 28 inches, and toothy jaws that appeared easily capable of. Serious winter speck anglers know the risks of the game.
Lake trout often live to more than 20 years of age. There is a controversy amongst the residents of north bay, ontario regarding the existence of the creature. The trout lake monster is an alleged animal, identified neither as to family or species, but claimed to inhabit trout lake in ontario. Use big baits to catch giant lake trout through the ice. Fishing was tough on the second day, and we worked real hard moving around the lake to try and locate fish.
Throw in the occasional large brown and rainbow and you have the makings for the perfect trophy trout lake. Lindy land 3 keys to catching lake trout through the ice. The only downside is that more care could have been taken when handling the. Midwinter means lake trout for many ice anglers across north america. Ice fishing trout on lake superior business insider. How to locate lake trout in the wintertime northern ontario. The best cliffs and walls have no shoreline, whatsoever, plummeting straight down into water that is often 80 to 100 feet deep within a matter of inches. From upstate new york to the rocky mountains, lake trout are an apex predator on many lakes and reservoirs. Call us at 8006638641 to book your next amazing fishing trip. When he reached a spot below which he thought a trout might lurk, he killed the sleds engine and bored two holes through the lake s thick ice. Tale of titanic trout turns talk to laker lore human. Battling and ultimately landing a monster fish is a physical experience that can morph, over time, to the mythological. Trophy lake trout fishing on clearwater lake manitoba. Enjoy up to a full five hours on a half day or up to 10 hours on a full day fishing charter.