Tube jigs have been the best option so far. In the West, live bait rigs or spinner rigs have worked well on the deeper sand areas during the day. Look to the rock points at night with slip bobbers for consistent action as well. Limits of slot fish are common aslleyes in 14 to 18 feet of water. Potato Lake has just started giving up walleyes in front of the Condos in 14 feet of water.
Fishhook Lake is the area's best bet for bigger northern pike.
On Lake Itasca, the crappies and sunfish have started hitting in 6 feet of water or less. Shiner minnows, crawlers, and leeches are working best. Northern pike continue to hit on most area lakes along the emerging vegetation. Star Lake, Dead Lake, and Big Toad Lake are kicking out panfish in 12 feet of water. Black Bay has started giving up walleyes as well.