How do you fish a Maumee walleye Run?

How do you fish a Maumee walleye Run?

Wading in the Maumee River and casting up stream is the usual method to catch these spring spawners. A good bait is a lead-headed jig with a colored twister tail. Colors to try should include chartreuse, orange, pink & yellow. First come the 18 to 20 inch jacks then the big female follow.

How long does the Maumee walleye run last?

Depending on weather conditions, the Maumee River walleye run usually begins in early March and ends by early May.

What fish are running in the Maumee River?

Crappie, smallmouth bass, bluegills, carp, catfish, gar, bullhead, red-eared and other sunfish, Northern pike and yellow perch are among the species commonly caught from the river.

Are the walleye running in the Maumee River?

Walleye run, or spawn, in other tributaries of the Great Lakes, including the Sandusky River in Fremont, but the Maumee River run is the largest and best known.

Can you eat fish from the Maumee River?

The health department says most of Ohio’s fish are high quality. Included on the list of fish that should not be eaten are large channel catfish in the Ohio River and Lake Erie; carp in the Ohio River; and all channel catfish in the Maumee River near Toledo.

How high is the Maumee River?

Blue Grass Island is closed to access once the water reaches 582 feet above sea level….Maumee River Water Level.

What is the best time to catch walleye in Lake Erie?

Summer
Summer. Summer is prime time for Lake Erie fishing. July through September are the best months to target walleye when the water is warmer and the fish are on the move.

Who is the Maumee River walleye run host?

The Maumee River Walleye Run Podcast is the only place to get top-rated walleye fishing advice. Each week your host, Brian Miller, will cover all things walleye fishing. Tune in to each episode as we share new strategies, walleye run tips, expert interviews and equipment setup.

Is there a guide to fishing the Maumee River?

Check a complete guide to “Fishing the Maumee River Walleye Run”. This book goes in-depth on all the ins and outs of fishing the river. In addition, there is a second book offer for those bow hunters. This book, “The Ultimate Bowhunters Gear Guide” offers bowhunter’s in inside look at selecting the right gear for hunting.

Who is Brian Miller in the Maumee River?

Brian Miller is in the water getting reports on a daily basis. He relies on a network of local avid fisherman, local tackle shops, and personal fishing experiences to give daily updates. You will get many successful pictures and reports each day.