Night Trolling For Big Fish video: Jeremy Smith and Luke Ronnestrand team up on Lake Vermilion, Minnesota, to target trophy walleyes night trolling for big fish and spend the daylight hours searching for the elusive musky.
Fishing is an activity that is always full of surprises and learning opportunities. On a recent trip to Lake Vermilion in Northeast Minnesota, Luke and I experienced just that. We were out night trolling for walleyes and were amazed by the subtle differences in the lake that the technology was able to pick up. We were able to pinpoint the exact areas where the fish were located and were able to catch them with ease.
The key to success on this trip was the selection of baits for summer night fishing. We found that the walleyes preferred the bigger baits, such as the BX Swimmer and the Rapala Original Floater. We also had success with Shad Raps, Glass Shad Rap, Deep Shadow Raps, Husky Jerks, X-Raps, and Rippin Raps. It was important to find the right depth and speed that the fish preferred in order to get the most out of our trolling.
We were also able to catch some really big fish. We were able to catch some really nice fish with the BX Swimmer, and the Original Floater was a classic night trolling bait. We also had success with the Shadow Rap, Glass Shad Rap, and the big Original Floater.
The experience was made even more special by the fact that we were able to stay out until the middle of the night to catch them. Overall, our night trolling experience on Lake Vermilion was a great success. We were able to catch some really big fish and learned a lot about the subtle differences in the lake. We also had a great reminder of how much.
Fishing Gear
In order to have a successful night trolling experience, it is important to have essential night fishing gear. We used a 10-pound Sufix 832 line and a 10-pound Sufix Fluorocarbon. We also used a spinning rod with a lot of flex in the midsection to hold onto the fish. We also used a micro remote attached to our hip to set the cruise control and keep the boat at the right speed.
Crankbaits
The key to success on this trip was the selection of crankbaits. We found that the walleyes preferred the bigger baits, such as the BX Swimmer and the Original Floating Rapala — one of the alltime night fishing baits ever. We also had success night fishing baits for big fish with Shad Raps, Glass Shad Raps, deep Shadow Raps, Husky Jerks, X-Raps, and Ripping Raps. It was important to find the right depth and speed that the fish preferred in order to get the most out of our trolling.
Conclusion
Our night trolling experience on Lake Vermilion was a great success. We were able to catch some really big fish and learned a lot about the subtle differences in the lake. We also had a great reminder of how much God loves us and how he has a unique plan for each of us. Fishing is always full of surprises and learning opportunities, and this trip was no exception.
Rapala Original Floater
The lure that started it all is still the number one go-to lure — the Rapala Original Floater. Whether twitched on top as a surface bait, retrieved as a shallow runner, weighted with a split shot for medium depth or bottom walked off a three-way swivel or bottom bouncer, the wounded minnow action continues to be irresistible to fish everywhere. Featuring premium black nickel VMC hooks, hand-tuned, and tank-tested to ensure its world-renowned action straight from the box, the Rapala Original Floater is regarded as one of the most fish-catching lures ever invented and is effective for nearly all species in both fresh and saltwater.
