It's important to remember that walleyes spook easily. You can prevent this by using light line and an electric motor. Because walleyes can be caught in shallow water, shore fishing is popular and productive in the spring. During the warmer months, walleyes move into deeper and cooler water. A colored spinner rig, tipped with a night crawler or leech, is a favorite choice.
Walleyes generally stay at or near the bottom, so it's important to present the bait properly.
To get the bait down, use an ounce to ounce and a half bottom bouncer. Deep-running plugs like the Shad Rap are also popular. For the best luck, use a chartreuse or silver lure. During the dog days of summer, the water warms and walleyes move even deeper. Many anglers turn their attention to white bass, a slightly less popular but very challenging fish.