Washburn County Fishing Report
5/11/16- Reported by Jim Stroede Guide Service
Fishing around Washburn County has gone into full swing with last weekends opener. Most folks have been focusing on either walleyes or crappies and both have been bitting.
Crappies are beginning to move into shallow water in preparation of the spawn. Shallow bays with wood or weed cover are preferred locations this time of year. Generally speaking the best approach is to go after them with a jig and soft plastic under a small bobber. Keep moving until you locate fish.
Walleyes have been bitting on jigs and minnows fairly well. Early and late in the day have been best. Casting crankbaits after dark has been catching some fish too.
Water temps are in the mid to upper 50's for the most part.
Good luck and good fishing,
Jim Stroede