Northern pike, known also as Jack fish, are the
most widely distributed sports fish in the Province. It is a thrilling
game fish to hook. Northern pike can be recognized by their large
flattened jaws containing sharp long backward pointing teeth. The
back and sides of the skin are greenish with yellowish-white spots
and a heavy mucous coating giving the fish a slimy feel. The flesh
or meat is firm, white and flaky, in spite of the numerous bones,
Northern pike provide an excellent meal.
Northern pike generally prefer shallow weedy areas
in lakes. You can fish for Northern pike using spinning or casting
tackle. They can often be caught when other species are not biting.
Large spoons, plugs and spinners work well during the summer while
hooks jigged with minnows work better in winter.
The largest fish to be caught was taken in 1954 on Lake Athabasca which weighed 42 lbs 12 oz. The average Northern pike weighs 2 to 5 pounds
Fishing Rivers, Lakes, Streams and Ponds
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Perch
Northern Pike - Jack Fish
Rainbow Trout
Brook Trout
Walleye
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