The cold temperatures have kept many outdoorsmen indoors. While ice is being made on area lakes, it is too cold for fishermen to make use of it. Snowmobile activity has increased, but is somewhat hampered due to cold temperatures. Please remember to keep bird feeders full as birds are depending on your assistance. Ice thickness is pretty good, but varies, so check with local anglers before venturing out on any lake.
Walleye fishing is generally good.
Most fish have been taken in the late afternoon to early evening hours, on medium shiners or walleye suckers, using tip ups. Fish are generally on the breaklines from 10 to 25 feet of water. Northern fishing is quite good. Fish anywhere where there are green weeds, in 8 to 12 feet of water. Use tip ups and large shiners or smelt.