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 Cook & Vermilion
Lake (West End) Most
lake names in Northern Minnesota pay homage to the Native Americans.
Vermilion is no different. It was known to the Chippewa as the "Lake of
the Sunset Glow." Perhaps the name is the result of the fire-red horizon
at sundown, perhaps the result of the incredible displays of aurora
borealis. Whatever the case, the billions of stars sparkling like diamonds
in the night time sky will leave you breathless. Whether you prefer
fishing, boating, hiking, berry-picking, birding or just plain relaxing,
Lake Vermilion is a great place for a great vacation!
Fishing Report:
July 21, 2008
Hi Everybody,
The Walleye action has been much better this week and it looks like
the bug hatches are finally over. Mainlake reefs and gravel bars
have been getting better by the day as big schools of Walleyes have
begun to relate to their typical summer locations. Lindy rigs tipped
with a crawler or a leech, are the go to presentation for most
anglers. I have been running a 3 to 4 foot snell with a single bead
and a red number 6 hook. Most of the action has been in the 18 to
25ft range during the day.
The Muskie action has been a bit better however it's still tough
during the mid day hours. Early morning and the late evening into
the first few hours after dark, have been the best times to be
fishing. Big hair and minnow style crankbaits have been moving fish.
I'm also doing well on single Colorado blade spinnerbaits in the
thicker cover. Water temps have finally warmed into the low 70's in
the past few days and it looks like they may finally stay there.
The action on the west end has been a little better than the east
end in recent days, however it's getting better all over the lake.
The Smallmouth action has been steady for the most part. There is
still some pretty good action along the shoreline, but most of my
larger fish have been out on deeper structure. Inshore humps and
rockpiles and mainlake islands with flats or long points, have
really started to light up in recent days. Rocks, docks, saddles and
deep reeds have also been producing very well. Cranks, spinnerbaits,
topwater baits and soft plastics, are all catching their share of
fish. Crawfish patterns have been very hot, so keep that in mind
when making your bait selections.
The Pike action has been steady however not spectacular. I have been
getting a good number of smaller fish on a variety of baits. All the
larger fish have been coming on jerkbaits or spinnerbaits out on
windblown points and along the deep weed edges in 6 to 12 ft. Large
Pike love the wind,so get out and take advantage of it when the
opportunity arises. Large minnow style cranks and jerkbaits can be
stone killers on windy days.
Have a great week everybody and please remember to put some back.
Ace <*)))><
Terry Sjoberg,
Ace Guide Service
www.aceguideservice.com
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