On the other hand, you get a lot of exercise flinging the big lures around, if you're a die-hard casting person. Like I said - try trolling. Fifth, take along some minnows, worms, or an ultra-light spinning outfit and your children. They can catch a ton of perch, crappie, bluegills, and usually some walleye. Make yourself a hero to your own family - when you're old, you'll never be kicking yourself for all the time you wasted with your kids.
Daily limits are six fish for both pike and walleye.
For pike, there isn 't one, but most people release them anyway. Over 24 inches, they are big enough to take the time to fillet. Better read the 2000 Ontario Sport Fishing Regulations carefully. By the way, there 's some excellent fishing in Dow's Lake right in downtown Ottawa. Try around Brewer's Park- a little down from the Bronson Street bridge.