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2.26.19 Sunset Lodge Fishing Report

2/26/2019

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Hello from the NW Angle!
Walleye and Sauger fishing on the Minnesota side has been a much more active bite than the previous few weeks.  We are fishing anywhere from 21 to 28 ft. on Jiggin’ raps, Rippin’ raps and Buckshot with glow green and glow red being the most productive colors.  Make sure to have an active presentation to get them off of the bottom.  Dead stick method is still producing during mid-day however, it is helpful to have a jigging line in as well to lure them into the immediate vicinity.
Crappie fishing is holding steady east of Oak Island on the Canadian side. Deeper holes (30+ feet) are the target area. Using a small set up with a basic minnow head or plastic will bring them in. The bite is incredibly light so some patience and trial and error is key.
We are beginning to see a large amount of slush in our area, keep to staked trails and travel in groups.  After the recent snow storm we are getting snow moved and trails back into favorable condition. Join us Saturday March 2nd for the 18th annual Edge Riders Snow Rally. Support the snowmobile club that keeps our trails in amazing condition and enter to win a brand new Polaris Titan. 11am-4pm at Sunset Lodge!
Until next week,
Sunset Lodge
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2.18.19 Sunset Lodge Fishing Report, NW Angle of LOW

2/18/2019

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Hello from the NW Angle!

Minnesota walleye are being caught at a variety of depths with 24-27’ being the most consistent. Glow red with gold has been a hot combo this week. Rattle baits continue to draw active fish to our houses. Sauger activity has been very strong, providing Anglers the opportunity for full limits before new regulations take effect on March 1st. New limit regulations give a combination of six walleye/sauger with no more than 4 walleye. The slot of 19.5”-28 must be immediately release with one walleye over 28’ to be allowed in possession.

Canadian crappies are still filling buckets and freezers, they can be found near the bottom in 32-35ft. Super light tackle and willingness to keep trying different jig combinations is producing the most fish.  Many tulibee are being seen this week, which make for a tasty treat out of the smoker.  Walleye fishing continues to be very good in traditional areas, depth at 23-28ft. 

Snow depth in our areas is between 2 and 2.5 ft. Trails are in great condition after last weeks snow and wind conditions. 

Until next week, 
​Sunset Lodge
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2.12.19 Sunset Lodge Fishing Report

2/12/2019

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​Hello from the NW Angle!

This week we saw some really nice slot Walleye caught with multiple over 27”. Water shallower than 25’ has been best for larger fish while using the dead stick. Houses on 25-29 ft have been better for numbers producing a mixed bag of Walleye, Sauger andPerch. Eel pout catch rates have been on the rise within the last few weeks. It is important to keep your Dead stick consistent and not start jigging when fish are present on the Vexilar.

Canadian Walleye and Crappie action remains strong with Anglers averaging 8 crappies per person. Even when the Crappie bite is tough, good numbers of fish can be coaxed on to the hook by varying presentations often and using different arrays of bait including larvae, minnow heads or plastics. They are still being found in 30 ft holesabout 6 inches to 2 ft off of the bottom. Points and reefs between 22-27 ft continue to produce walleye with a jig and minnow set up. Pink and glow white are still the hot colors. 

Until next week,
​Sunset Lodge
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2.5.19 Sunset Lodge Fishing Report, NW Angle of LOW

2/5/2019

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Hello from the NW Angle!

On the Minnesota side, we are finding Perch, Walleye and Sauger, with 23-25 ft in the gravel being the most succesful. A lot of fish pulled from these areas were found to be preying on crawfish and spitting them up upon surfacing.  Pink and white has been the top producing color combo once again. It is equally important to keep charging your glow lures. During periods of extreme cold the Dead-stick was most effective. Very nice Saugers are still being caught out of 28-29 ft.  The best action has been early and late in the day.

Canada has been providing mixed bags, seeing Perch, Crappie, Walleye and big Northerns.  A couple of limits of big crappies again this week, 30-33ft being the most successful depth. Big walleye and northern found in Little Traverse on rock reefs. 

We received 8+ inches of snow within the past few days, trails have large drifts that are hard to see, take caution in low light conditions until trail can be groomed.

Until next week,
​Sunset Lodge


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3179 Oak Island
Oak Island, MN 56741
PO Box 42
Oak Island, MN 56741

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Monday - Sunday

Winter Hours:
6:30am: Lodge Opens, Kitchen Opens. 9pm: Kitchen Closes. 1am: *Bar Closes

Summer Hours: 
7:00am: Lodge Opens, Kitchen Opens. 10pm: Kitchen Closes. 1am: *Bar Closes
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*If no one is in the bar at 10pm, the bar will close early. Pizza is available in the bar until close.
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**American Plan meal times: Breakfast is served anytime after kitchen opening hours until 10:30am. Dinner at 6:30-9pm.
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  • WELCOME!
  • BOOK NOW!
  • PAY MY DEPOSIT
  • BLOG
  • BAR & RESTAURANT
    • CONFERENCE ROOM
    • EVENTS
  • SUNSET LODGE STORE
  • CABINS & CONDOS
    • WHAT TO BRING
    • PROPERTY MAP
  • WINTER
    • WINTER RATES
    • WINTER TRANSPORTATION
    • SNOWMOBILING
  • SUMMER
    • SUMMER RATES
    • GUEST RENTALS
    • GUIDED FISHING
    • SUMMER TRANSPORTATION
    • DUCK HUNTING & FISHING
    • KENORA DAY TRIPS
  • DIRECTIONS
  • CROSSING THROUGH CANADA
  • LIMITS & LICENSES
  • THINGS TO DO
  • TESTIMONIALS
  • VIDEOS & ALBUMS
  • CONTACT US
  • EMPLOYMENT
    • EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION