Solid Summer Fishing in Rice Lake
Crappie, bluegill, walleye, bass and musky all biting well


 
June 30, 2009—(Rice Lake, WI)—Fishing heated up in Rice Lake this past week as air and water temperatures were on the rise, stirring fish into strong feeding patterns.
 
Bluegills were biting well, with spawning pretty much over. Crappies were being taken in good numbers too. Panfish anglers enjoyed very consistent action and good sized fish.
 
Walleye were being taken as well. The top technique has been slow trolling nightcrawlers on worm harnesses. The long, narrow lakes of the Rice Lake area provide the perfect setting for trolling.
 
Musky fishing has been good as well. Fish have been hitting top-water baits with some enthusiasm. Remember to carefully handle any musky you
catch and release them quickly back to the water. Prolonged time out of the water and rough handling greatly reduces a released fish’s chances
of survival.
 
Good weed growth and warm water temperatures have been wonderful for bass fishing. Bass anglers have enjoyed some great fishing. Bass action should continue to be very good.
 
If it sounds like it’s a good time to be out fishing in Rice Lake, it is. Grab your fishing rod and get out and enjoy summer fishing at its best.
 
[Report written by Rice Lake Tourism, with fishing intelligence courtesy of Frank Zumpf from the Rainbow Home Center in Rice Lake.]

Contact info for Rice Lake area:
*Rice Lake Tourism & Retail Development Commission: 800-523-6318; e-mail:
info@ricelaketourism.com; web: www.ricelaketourism.com
* Frank Zumpf, Rainbow Home Center: 715-234-8116.