Van Hook Walleye Fishing Report
Aug 1, 2011
Every year the inevitable must happen. All good things must
come to an end. The fantastic feedbag bite is officially over.
Now, if you want a limit of walleye, you are going to have to
work for it. A couple of weeks ago the fish would chase a corn
dog, not today. The huge numbers of walleye have migrated
south, leaving only the local resident fish. Oh, and lots of
perch. If you’re going fishing make sure you take plenty of bait
for feeding the perch. Most fish are being caught on deeper
structure now. I’m finding nice fish on Fox, Joes, 8 Lb, and
Cormorant. Lindy’s with crawlers, chartreuse, hammered
brass, or purple spinners depending on water depth and
clarity, and now the cranks are doing well. Seriously, if you
work at it, you can still take a limit of really nice walleye.
Thanks for reading today and...always keep in mind that
catching walleye is a fantastic experience, but the real joy is in
the good times spent with friends and family. The Van Hook
Guide Service will always do our best to help you out and put
you on good fish whether you are in our boat or in your own.
Please keep conservation in mind--keep the fish you’ll use
and release the rest. We’ll have good fishing all summer and
everyone should be able to have plenty of fish for dinner.
Don’t forget to stop in at Van Hook Resort for the latest hot
off the water information and tips. Check out the hot spots
map on the wall and/or ask... we’ll give you the straight
scoop.
Remember, the Van Hook Guides are a friendly bunch and
always willing to help you out. If you have any questions, you
can always email me and I’ll answer promptly with the most
up to date info. If you’re on the water and the walleye are being
difficult, feel free to come over and ask any of our guides what
we’re doing. We’re happy to help. See you on the water, and
please, most of all, be careful out there.
~ Evan
Aug 1, 2011
Every year the inevitable must happen. All good things must
come to an end. The fantastic feedbag bite is officially over.
Now, if you want a limit of walleye, you are going to have to
work for it. A couple of weeks ago the fish would chase a corn
dog, not today. The huge numbers of walleye have migrated
south, leaving only the local resident fish. Oh, and lots of
perch. If you’re going fishing make sure you take plenty of bait
for feeding the perch. Most fish are being caught on deeper
structure now. I’m finding nice fish on Fox, Joes, 8 Lb, and
Cormorant. Lindy’s with crawlers, chartreuse, hammered
brass, or purple spinners depending on water depth and
clarity, and now the cranks are doing well. Seriously, if you
work at it, you can still take a limit of really nice walleye.
Thanks for reading today and...always keep in mind that
catching walleye is a fantastic experience, but the real joy is in
the good times spent with friends and family. The Van Hook
Guide Service will always do our best to help you out and put
you on good fish whether you are in our boat or in your own.
Please keep conservation in mind--keep the fish you’ll use
and release the rest. We’ll have good fishing all summer and
everyone should be able to have plenty of fish for dinner.
Don’t forget to stop in at Van Hook Resort for the latest hot
off the water information and tips. Check out the hot spots
map on the wall and/or ask... we’ll give you the straight
scoop.
Remember, the Van Hook Guides are a friendly bunch and
always willing to help you out. If you have any questions, you
can always email me and I’ll answer promptly with the most
up to date info. If you’re on the water and the walleye are being
difficult, feel free to come over and ask any of our guides what
we’re doing. We’re happy to help. See you on the water, and
please, most of all, be careful out there.
~ Evan
| VAN HOOK Guide Service Walleye Fishing Report |
Lake Sakakawea Water Levels
Aug 1, 2011
Lake water level is coming down. Today’s
lake level is 1851.6 and dropping. This
dropping water level has improved ramp
conditions but has had a negative effect on the
walleye fishing.
The plovers have now hatched and left the
nests, so all of the parking lot fencing is
gone.
Don’t forget, you can keep an eye on the
water levels by checking the corps web site at
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Missouri River
Basin, Water Management Division http://www.
nwd-mr.usace.army.mil/rcc/reports/showrep.
cgi?3MRDTAP7.
Aug 1, 2011
Lake water level is coming down. Today’s
lake level is 1851.6 and dropping. This
dropping water level has improved ramp
conditions but has had a negative effect on the
walleye fishing.
The plovers have now hatched and left the
nests, so all of the parking lot fencing is
gone.
Don’t forget, you can keep an eye on the
water levels by checking the corps web site at
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Missouri River
Basin, Water Management Division http://www.
nwd-mr.usace.army.mil/rcc/reports/showrep.
cgi?3MRDTAP7.
| Van Hook Guide Service Lake Sakakawea, North Dakota Call 701.421.0360 |
Van Hook Boat Ramps and Docks
Aug 1, 2011
Wow, we're totally in business. All of the Van Hook
boat ramps and docks are now usable and in great
shape. The water has dropped below the top of the east
breakwater making it effective at stopping the waves
from the south wind. I wouldn’t advise driving your boat
over (or attempting to) the east breakwater. It is now
inches out of the water and very hazardous. It is marked
with yellow hazard markers. I understand a couple of
boaters have made the attempt with disastrous
results.
There is plenty of parking available in the vicinity of the
ramps as well as public rest rooms beside the parking
lot and the fish cleaning station right there. And lots of
people thought we would never see the day that all of
our facilities would be usable. The casino ramp is also
being utilized.
For those of you who have the need, we do have a dry,
land-based dock for getting into the boat while on shore.
Simply drive up to it, walk up the ramp and step into your
boat. The only trick is making sure you have somebody
to drive you to the water so you can launch. Needless to
say, if you’re alone this does not work well; so please
ask any one of us as we would be happy to help.
Aug 1, 2011
Wow, we're totally in business. All of the Van Hook
boat ramps and docks are now usable and in great
shape. The water has dropped below the top of the east
breakwater making it effective at stopping the waves
from the south wind. I wouldn’t advise driving your boat
over (or attempting to) the east breakwater. It is now
inches out of the water and very hazardous. It is marked
with yellow hazard markers. I understand a couple of
boaters have made the attempt with disastrous
results.
There is plenty of parking available in the vicinity of the
ramps as well as public rest rooms beside the parking
lot and the fish cleaning station right there. And lots of
people thought we would never see the day that all of
our facilities would be usable. The casino ramp is also
being utilized.
For those of you who have the need, we do have a dry,
land-based dock for getting into the boat while on shore.
Simply drive up to it, walk up the ramp and step into your
boat. The only trick is making sure you have somebody
to drive you to the water so you can launch. Needless to
say, if you’re alone this does not work well; so please
ask any one of us as we would be happy to help.
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"Welcome" to the Ritts
New managers Justin and Dawn
Ritts are doing a great job at Van Hook
Resort.
Check out these improvements:
spiffed up showers, grocery variety,
Saturday Night Minnow Races, and
camping reservations. If you're
planning a fishing or camping trip to
Van Hook, call ahead (701-627-3377)
and make a reservation.
New managers Justin and Dawn
Ritts are doing a great job at Van Hook
Resort.
Check out these improvements:
spiffed up showers, grocery variety,
Saturday Night Minnow Races, and
camping reservations. If you're
planning a fishing or camping trip to
Van Hook, call ahead (701-627-3377)
and make a reservation.
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