Greetings All:
Well, this coming Saturday starts the month of December and the weather here in the Midwest area is forecast to be outstanding for this time of the year. Temps in some location's along the Mid-Mississippi River to be in the low 60's. For this time of the year this is superb.
If you can, try and get out on the river this weekend and enjoy some of the outstanding walleye and sauger fishing available. Tailwater anglers catching eater size fish while bigger fish available down river on the wingdams. Jig and minnow rigs still catching most fish when located right down near the bottom. Tip your jig with a nice lively minnow and you'll be in business. You can also back-troll 3-way rigs and will also have some success. But for overall high fish catching percentage, it's the jig/minnow combination for me.
There might not be many more weekends like this left before those cold Canadian winds start to blow and the waters start to freeze up. so if you can, get out and enjoy some great angling on the Mississippi river. You'll be glad you did.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012
HUGE WALLEYE AND SAUGER IN POOLS 11-12 &13 AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW!!!
Greetings All:
Well, if your willing to get out and brave the rather cool weather, you might just catch the biggest walleye of your life. Over the long Thanksgiving weekend, I had a chance to sample the fishing in all three pools mentioned. Wow!!! The big fish were hungry and aggressive. Besides being able to catch a limit for the frying pan, some true trophy walleye in the 8 to 10 pound weight class were caught. Now keep in mind that if you choose to search out these lunkers, the bites are not as fast as the eaters. Using heavy jigs in the 3/4th and 1 ounce size range, deep water structure the fish were using for resting spots along the main river channel edges. Look for sunken timber and also rocky humps that the fish are currently holding on. Tip the jig with a big 3" minnow and fish it tight to the bottom. Boat control is a must so that you can hold right over your structure spot. As far as colors, match the forage base in the pool you are fishing.
Look for these big bruisers to be available right up to ice-up when we can no longer get a boat in the water. Right now, river in great shape, though low on water it's nice and clear.
Hopefully you can make some time this coming weekend to get out and enjoy this great late Fall fishing on the Mississippi.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Footnote: All those big walleye caught were handled gently and released to fight another day!!!
Well, if your willing to get out and brave the rather cool weather, you might just catch the biggest walleye of your life. Over the long Thanksgiving weekend, I had a chance to sample the fishing in all three pools mentioned. Wow!!! The big fish were hungry and aggressive. Besides being able to catch a limit for the frying pan, some true trophy walleye in the 8 to 10 pound weight class were caught. Now keep in mind that if you choose to search out these lunkers, the bites are not as fast as the eaters. Using heavy jigs in the 3/4th and 1 ounce size range, deep water structure the fish were using for resting spots along the main river channel edges. Look for sunken timber and also rocky humps that the fish are currently holding on. Tip the jig with a big 3" minnow and fish it tight to the bottom. Boat control is a must so that you can hold right over your structure spot. As far as colors, match the forage base in the pool you are fishing.
Look for these big bruisers to be available right up to ice-up when we can no longer get a boat in the water. Right now, river in great shape, though low on water it's nice and clear.
Hopefully you can make some time this coming weekend to get out and enjoy this great late Fall fishing on the Mississippi.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Footnote: All those big walleye caught were handled gently and released to fight another day!!!
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
TWO MORE DAYS LEFT TO GET OUT BEFORE WEATHER TAKES A DRASTIC TURN!!!
Greetings All:
Well fishing on the Mississippi has been superb with this beautiful weather we have been having. Hopefully you can make some time to get out in the next few days before the weather turns much colder. Forecast through Thanksgiving day is warm with a chance of some late day showers here in the Midwest. Friday is another story. From highs in the 60's Thursday to highs in the 30's on Friday with strong North winds forecast will make for some raw fishing.
If you can get out in the next few days, look for nice walleye and also sauger hitting jig and minnow rigs near the dams and also on the long wing dams. Some nice crappie also available near structure and along rocky areas. River levels are still low so be careful running your boat outside the main channel markers. Lots of hazards just under the surface that will damage a prop or lower unit quickly.
In closing, Happy Thanksgiving to all my radio listeners on ESPN Radio along with you folks that read my print media articles. I truly hope you have a great holiday with family and friends.
Regards: lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well fishing on the Mississippi has been superb with this beautiful weather we have been having. Hopefully you can make some time to get out in the next few days before the weather turns much colder. Forecast through Thanksgiving day is warm with a chance of some late day showers here in the Midwest. Friday is another story. From highs in the 60's Thursday to highs in the 30's on Friday with strong North winds forecast will make for some raw fishing.
If you can get out in the next few days, look for nice walleye and also sauger hitting jig and minnow rigs near the dams and also on the long wing dams. Some nice crappie also available near structure and along rocky areas. River levels are still low so be careful running your boat outside the main channel markers. Lots of hazards just under the surface that will damage a prop or lower unit quickly.
In closing, Happy Thanksgiving to all my radio listeners on ESPN Radio along with you folks that read my print media articles. I truly hope you have a great holiday with family and friends.
Regards: lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Thursday, November 15, 2012
GREAT WEATHER CONTINUES FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURES!!!
Greetings All:
Well, the great weather just keeps rolling along as we move to mid November. Lots of open water to fish and some great pheasant hunting available to boot. Nothing beats a morning hunt followed by some excellent Fall river angling on the Mississippi. Right now some nice birds available along fence rows near cut corn and bean fields. Kick that brush good as the birds are holding tight to cover. Walk a bit faster also and force the birds to get nervous and flush.
You can also spend the afternoon jigging for those tasty walleye and sauger that are available on the river. Some fish up in the tailwaters lately but the real hot action is down river on the wingdams and deep holes below them. Bring a good assortment of jigs in different colors and weights along with lively minnows in the 3" size range for best results. Keep your presentation close to the bottom where the majority of fish are currently holding. Vary your retrieve and let the fish tell you what they prefer on that given day. Once you get the motion they are looking for, stick with it. Right now there is an excellent bite going on in the afternoon till just after dark. Hopefuly you can get out and take advantage of it.
With this great weather, it's the perfect Fall opportunity to get out and enjoy yourself.
Till next time,,,be safe and enjoy the outdoors!!!
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, the great weather just keeps rolling along as we move to mid November. Lots of open water to fish and some great pheasant hunting available to boot. Nothing beats a morning hunt followed by some excellent Fall river angling on the Mississippi. Right now some nice birds available along fence rows near cut corn and bean fields. Kick that brush good as the birds are holding tight to cover. Walk a bit faster also and force the birds to get nervous and flush.
You can also spend the afternoon jigging for those tasty walleye and sauger that are available on the river. Some fish up in the tailwaters lately but the real hot action is down river on the wingdams and deep holes below them. Bring a good assortment of jigs in different colors and weights along with lively minnows in the 3" size range for best results. Keep your presentation close to the bottom where the majority of fish are currently holding. Vary your retrieve and let the fish tell you what they prefer on that given day. Once you get the motion they are looking for, stick with it. Right now there is an excellent bite going on in the afternoon till just after dark. Hopefuly you can get out and take advantage of it.
With this great weather, it's the perfect Fall opportunity to get out and enjoy yourself.
Till next time,,,be safe and enjoy the outdoors!!!
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
ENJOYABLE FISHING AVAILABLE ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER RIGHT NOW!!
Greetings All:
As we get into the Month of November, the Mississippi River is producing some great catches of walleye and sauger. From Pool 4A up North all the way down to New Boston, IL, anglers can wet their lines and catch fish. River wide open, good clear water conditions and lots of fish available. If you don't fish the tailwater crowds, move down river and check out the numerous spots that will hold fish in the Fall. Long wing dams, fast tapering rocky shorelines and vast flat area near incoming streams all good right now. Fan cast areas with jig/minnow rigs to locate fish quickly. all white hair jigs working well tipped with a nice lively minnow.
The weather has been great for this time of the year. Dress warm and enjoy some great fishing on the river right now. I look for this action to continue all the way to ice up.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
As we get into the Month of November, the Mississippi River is producing some great catches of walleye and sauger. From Pool 4A up North all the way down to New Boston, IL, anglers can wet their lines and catch fish. River wide open, good clear water conditions and lots of fish available. If you don't fish the tailwater crowds, move down river and check out the numerous spots that will hold fish in the Fall. Long wing dams, fast tapering rocky shorelines and vast flat area near incoming streams all good right now. Fan cast areas with jig/minnow rigs to locate fish quickly. all white hair jigs working well tipped with a nice lively minnow.
The weather has been great for this time of the year. Dress warm and enjoy some great fishing on the river right now. I look for this action to continue all the way to ice up.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
UPCOMING WEATHER STARTING TO TURN!!!
Greetings All:
Well, after some truly great weather the forecast is about to change things. Look for much cooler weather moving into the Midwest along with wind. Actually, this change should get those walleye and sauger moving more on the Mississippi River. Fish have not been moving towards their usual Fall patterns making for the angler to search them out more. Some action on the wing dams and I look for that to get even better as water temps drop. Fishing up at the dams in pools 12-13 and 14 has been spotty at best. Most of my action coming on down river flat areas with hard bottoms. Look for the winds to help blow baitfish into these shoreline areas and the walleye and sauger will not be far behind. Casting jig/minnow rigs into these areas is a good way to quickly locate active fish. If there is no action in 15 minutes or so, seek out another location until contact with the fish is made.
It might be getting cooler out this coming week but that's just what the doctor ordered to get those fish feeding heavily. Dress warm and enjoy some great late Fall river action on the Mississippi.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, after some truly great weather the forecast is about to change things. Look for much cooler weather moving into the Midwest along with wind. Actually, this change should get those walleye and sauger moving more on the Mississippi River. Fish have not been moving towards their usual Fall patterns making for the angler to search them out more. Some action on the wing dams and I look for that to get even better as water temps drop. Fishing up at the dams in pools 12-13 and 14 has been spotty at best. Most of my action coming on down river flat areas with hard bottoms. Look for the winds to help blow baitfish into these shoreline areas and the walleye and sauger will not be far behind. Casting jig/minnow rigs into these areas is a good way to quickly locate active fish. If there is no action in 15 minutes or so, seek out another location until contact with the fish is made.
It might be getting cooler out this coming week but that's just what the doctor ordered to get those fish feeding heavily. Dress warm and enjoy some great late Fall river action on the Mississippi.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Monday, October 15, 2012
WEATHER SWINGS WILL AFFECT FISHING!!!
Greetings All:
Well, once again it is that time of the year when the weather is changing on almost a daily basis. Look for cold fronts to be moving through the Midwest with more regularity as we get deeper into the Fall season. Along with those fronts we have also been experiencing what we did not have in the Summer, RAIN!! With water levels low in most all area water in the Midwest all the rain we can get before the ground freezes up is surely welcome. Currently the Mississippi River is still very low for this time of the year. Hopefully the good folk's up North will send us some water from their rains.
As far as fishing right now, I have been getting some nice walleye and sauger on long wingdams that reach out deep to the main channel. Vertical jigging 1/2 ounce to 3/4th ounce jigs tipped with big minnows getting the fish. This is deep water fishing so boat control is a must to keep your jig where it belongs, close to bottom. Keep your bow pointed upstream and use a "kicker" motor to hold position. With some practice you will get the hang of it. If you wish, you can backtroll slowly upstream but this can get sloppy wet if the wind is blowing.
Remember, adjust your presentation to current weather conditions where you are fishing. You will have much better success if you do.
It's that constantly changing time of the year so learn to adapt and enjoy what vMother Nature has to offer.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, once again it is that time of the year when the weather is changing on almost a daily basis. Look for cold fronts to be moving through the Midwest with more regularity as we get deeper into the Fall season. Along with those fronts we have also been experiencing what we did not have in the Summer, RAIN!! With water levels low in most all area water in the Midwest all the rain we can get before the ground freezes up is surely welcome. Currently the Mississippi River is still very low for this time of the year. Hopefully the good folk's up North will send us some water from their rains.
As far as fishing right now, I have been getting some nice walleye and sauger on long wingdams that reach out deep to the main channel. Vertical jigging 1/2 ounce to 3/4th ounce jigs tipped with big minnows getting the fish. This is deep water fishing so boat control is a must to keep your jig where it belongs, close to bottom. Keep your bow pointed upstream and use a "kicker" motor to hold position. With some practice you will get the hang of it. If you wish, you can backtroll slowly upstream but this can get sloppy wet if the wind is blowing.
Remember, adjust your presentation to current weather conditions where you are fishing. You will have much better success if you do.
It's that constantly changing time of the year so learn to adapt and enjoy what vMother Nature has to offer.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
MIDWEEK REPORT ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER!!!
Greetings All;
Well, a strong cold front has moved through today with very strong North winds. Water temps have cooled quite a bit and the walleye and sauger have been responding. Some good fish available on the wing dams with long wing dams producing best. Jig/minnow rigs working well. Also some nice white bass still available on sunny days near sand flat areas. White hair jigs, 1/4th ounce size working well. Some crappie also on wing dams fishing minnows. Catfish slowing down but still available on cut baits. If your planning a trip to the Mississippi this coming weekend, forecast is for heavy rains and possible severe weather on Saturday. If this happens, look for river to muddy up making visibility poor. Right now, water is fairly clear and very fishable.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, a strong cold front has moved through today with very strong North winds. Water temps have cooled quite a bit and the walleye and sauger have been responding. Some good fish available on the wing dams with long wing dams producing best. Jig/minnow rigs working well. Also some nice white bass still available on sunny days near sand flat areas. White hair jigs, 1/4th ounce size working well. Some crappie also on wing dams fishing minnows. Catfish slowing down but still available on cut baits. If your planning a trip to the Mississippi this coming weekend, forecast is for heavy rains and possible severe weather on Saturday. If this happens, look for river to muddy up making visibility poor. Right now, water is fairly clear and very fishable.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
LAST CANADA TRIP OF THE YEAR JUST COMPLETED!!!
Greetings All:
Well, glad to be back in my own bed after my last trip to Canada for this year. It was a busy few days with stops in Hudson Bay for some great goose hunting and then on to the wonderful Canadian Bush country for some fantastic late season fishing on land owned by the Great Cree Nation.
The hunting was superb with some truly nice big geese bagged. Hunting from ground blinds right on the shores of Hudson Bay is an experience to enjoy. Lots of quality birds were available and had much of the hunting area all to myself as I was hunting on private land that is well regulated by allowing only a small number of hunters. Fortunately I am one of the lucky ones to have been invited.
From Hudson Bay it was off to the Canadian Bush country for some wonderful late season angling. Although the temperatures were on the cool side during the day and cold at night, the walleye, northern and big lake trout all cooperated. Many nice fish in the over 25+ pound range were taken and released to fight again. Some of the nice eater sized walleye were kept for those great Canadian shore lunches I love so much. The bigger walleye were returned safely to fight another day.
With my Canadian fishing season over for this year I must say how blessed I am to be able to fish and hunt in that great country. Special thanks goes out to the Great Cree Nation for there wonderful hospitality and treating me as one of their own while giving me the great privilege to share the wonderful bounty their lands have to offer. Your kindness and acceptance by the Cree Nation is truly wonderful. I look forward to the Spring of 2013 when I can once again hunt and fish with my lifetime Cree friends.
May the cold winds of the coming seasons quickly give way to the warming winds of another Spring. You are all in my thoughts till we meet again.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Well, glad to be back in my own bed after my last trip to Canada for this year. It was a busy few days with stops in Hudson Bay for some great goose hunting and then on to the wonderful Canadian Bush country for some fantastic late season fishing on land owned by the Great Cree Nation.
The hunting was superb with some truly nice big geese bagged. Hunting from ground blinds right on the shores of Hudson Bay is an experience to enjoy. Lots of quality birds were available and had much of the hunting area all to myself as I was hunting on private land that is well regulated by allowing only a small number of hunters. Fortunately I am one of the lucky ones to have been invited.
From Hudson Bay it was off to the Canadian Bush country for some wonderful late season angling. Although the temperatures were on the cool side during the day and cold at night, the walleye, northern and big lake trout all cooperated. Many nice fish in the over 25+ pound range were taken and released to fight again. Some of the nice eater sized walleye were kept for those great Canadian shore lunches I love so much. The bigger walleye were returned safely to fight another day.
With my Canadian fishing season over for this year I must say how blessed I am to be able to fish and hunt in that great country. Special thanks goes out to the Great Cree Nation for there wonderful hospitality and treating me as one of their own while giving me the great privilege to share the wonderful bounty their lands have to offer. Your kindness and acceptance by the Cree Nation is truly wonderful. I look forward to the Spring of 2013 when I can once again hunt and fish with my lifetime Cree friends.
May the cold winds of the coming seasons quickly give way to the warming winds of another Spring. You are all in my thoughts till we meet again.
Regards: Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
GREAT WEATHER FOR A TRIP ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER!!
Greetings All:
What a great weather forecast for the next week or so. Mild days and cool nights are shaping up and what a great time to get out on the river. Heck, bring that tent along and you can camp along the many sand bars and enjoy the evening sitting by a nice campfire after cooking up and eating your days catch. If you have never tried river camping, your missing a truly great experience. Best part is that you can fish all day and then rest under the stars to the sound of Mother Nature all around you. Morning will be great with some fresh coffee brewing over your fire and filling the morning air with that great smell along with breakfast. You can also set out a few lines while shore camping and you never know what you might hook into.
I'll tell you folks, with colder weather just around the corner and this great forecast on tap, it's a perfect time to combine some Fall season angling on the Mississippi River with a great camping adventure. Once you try it, you will be hooked on this type of a river adventure.
Till Next Time,,,,,Take Care and I'll See You On The Water.
Regards,,,Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
What a great weather forecast for the next week or so. Mild days and cool nights are shaping up and what a great time to get out on the river. Heck, bring that tent along and you can camp along the many sand bars and enjoy the evening sitting by a nice campfire after cooking up and eating your days catch. If you have never tried river camping, your missing a truly great experience. Best part is that you can fish all day and then rest under the stars to the sound of Mother Nature all around you. Morning will be great with some fresh coffee brewing over your fire and filling the morning air with that great smell along with breakfast. You can also set out a few lines while shore camping and you never know what you might hook into.
I'll tell you folks, with colder weather just around the corner and this great forecast on tap, it's a perfect time to combine some Fall season angling on the Mississippi River with a great camping adventure. Once you try it, you will be hooked on this type of a river adventure.
Till Next Time,,,,,Take Care and I'll See You On The Water.
Regards,,,Lastcast Mike Cyze lastcast13@yahoo.com
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