It is contest time here in the lakes area and the lakes are looking good.  The weather is going to be warm and the crowds should be out in full force.  The lake ice is great right now with most lakes having 12-16 inches.  The walleye and crappie bite has been so so the last few days.  We've been out drilling lots of holes with the Strikemaster and we have found the fish but they are a little picky.  Lots of lookers.  We have downsized our jigs and baits to catch a few.  The walleyes have shifted a little deeper, 25-40 feet.  The crappies are down in the basin areas.  Anglers have had the best luck in the evenings.  Pike fishing has been great for the guys spearing and anglers both.  Sucker minnows have been the hot bait.  We have been catching a few nice bluegills but it hasn't been on fire.  It should get better in the next few weeks.  I'm predicting a 6 pound walleye will win the Jaycee's contest this year.  Good luck to everyone and we'll see you on the water.
 

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