Walleye are also known as pickerel and are the
most sought-after game fish in the Province. The fish have a characteristic
golden color; their name comes from their large, silvery, almost
opaque eyes. Walleye are at their best in large, shallow lakes where
they feed throughout the day. In clearer waters, feeding is restricted
to twilight and night time. Walleyes' eyes are sensitive to bright
light, so they usually seek shelter from sunlight. You can often
find them under sunken trees or vegetation.
Walleye are often caught best near dawn and dusk,
by fishing with spinners, spoons, plugs or jigs baited with minnows.
When casting or trolling, try letting the lure sink to the bottom
before retrieving it or trolling slowly. Jigging is also popular
and successful in most areas. Walleye are not great fighters, usually
heading to the bottom when hooked. This is one of the finest eating
fish you'll find in the Province, especially when pan-fried fresh
from the lake.
The largest Saskatchewan walleye was caught at Tobin Lake in 1995 and weighed in at 17 lbs 2 oz. The average weight of a walleye is 1 - 3 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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