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EARLY SEASON FLATS MUSKIES

Sun baked shallow flats and highrising underwater points can be among the best early season musky producers. In fact, numerous lakes are completely void of classic bays, coves and canals yet are bound to contain shallow flat or two. Without these other attractive locations, flats that are shallow enough and situated on a sun exposed portion of the lake are often main musky hangouts. Of course, the same food chain correlation again applies here.

EARLY SEASON MUSKY MAGNETS The North Shore Rule

The long awaited musky season is something we all look forward to, yet many start the season out unproductively for a number of reasons. One of the simplest reasons for a lack of spring success has to do with a lack of understanding of how a lake, river or reservoir lays out, and consequently how all the fish inside a given body of water react accordingly. With that in mind, let’s take a look at a singular key thing to consider in an early season musky gameplan.

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Early season muskie fishing in May and June—typically post-spawn—presents unique challenges and opportunities on heavily fished waters. With spawning complete and water temperatures rising into the 50s to low 60s°F, muskies transition from recovery to active feeding, often lingering in shallower zon

Let’s talk Teeth: Facts and Fiction about Muskellunge Chompers

Muskellunge, those elusive giants of freshwater lakes and rivers, have long fascinated anglers and naturalists alike with their impressive dental arsenal. Often shrouded in myths, their teeth are perfectly adapted for a life as apex predators. One common question is whether musky teeth contain an an

The Pioneering History of Muskellunge Stocking in New York: Spotlight on the Chautauqua Hatchery

The muskellunge, or muskie as it's affectionately known among anglers, stands as one of New York's most iconic and challenging freshwater game fish. This powerful predator, often requiring thousands of casts to hook, has a rich connection to Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York. Here, efforts to

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