Devils Lake action....

Shallow is the word on Devils Lake, ND!!

One constant with Devils Lake is change, seems the lake is either going up a few feet or down a few, depending on the year. Traditional "hot spots" might be located in different areas as the lake is down over three feet from last year. There are still plenty of places to catch them, but it is important to find the following:

-warm water, the warmer the better, we have water in the low to mid 50's in places, with some areas in the low 60's.

-the right color of water, if it is crystal clear you will have a difficult time catching fish as they tend to spoke from the boat easier.

-flooded catails, trees, rocks, etc. this looks much different from last year because many of the catails are out of the water. Without cover, you are not going to find the numbers of fish you want!

-fish the longest shallowest bays you can find, these are always the warmest!

Remember that shore fishing is often fantastic this time of year as well, try to fish the afternoons and evenings.

Pike are every cast in places, so make sure to bring leaders and some tape for your fingers!

Jig/ plastic combos have produced the best results!

Good luck to all!!

It's beginning....

Tis the season of uncertainty....meaning that anglers might go out and catch the biggest fish of their life or they might find the action a bit 'hit and miss'.

Lots going on currently! Some fish have spawned, some are spawning, and others will be very soon. Fish predictable is always a bit tricky and challenging during this window.

We have had some clients do well for northerns and walleyes in the shallow back bays casting cranks and jig/plastic combos. Look for the shallow bite to continue to get better with warmer water temps! Also, current area such as culverts and bridges can be very good this time of year. Other areas to try include the Sheyenne river where the action has been steady. As we get warmer water temps, the bite will get more consistent and better throughout the entire system. Good luck to all!!

Spring time is here!!!

We are getting closer to being ice free in Devils Lake! More wind and sun and ice will really start to disappear!

As for fishing...most anglers are fishing from shore or in smaller boats. Bridges, channels, and culverts are all places to try. Jigs and plastic combos, leeches with Lindy-rigs, and slip-bobbers are all presentations that can and will produce walleyes and pike!

Also, the Sheyenne river is starting to produce some fish as well! Work below the dams, or deeper pools. Seems like the late afternoon/early evening bite is the most productive.

Good luck to all!!

Also, make sure to stop out to the Boat Show at the Burdick Arena in Devils Lake this weekend!!

Time to start thinking open water fishing..,

It has been a very busy and successful winter!! All of the guides at Bry's Guide Service, The Fish Rehab, and Ackerman Acres would like to say thank you for allowing us to help you catch some fish, hang out with friends and family, and to enjoy the adventure that Devils Lake offers day in and day out.

With the warmer than usual temps,the ice really has begun to deteriorate the last few days. The temps will even be warmer this weekend, because of these factors, we have decided to cancel the remaining trips for this ice season.

Safety is number one, and we feel like the ice is just to unpredictable at this point. Also, we want to give all of our clients the best experience possible, with the ice being spotty in many areas, it really limits where we can go.

We advise only walking out or not fishing at all as the ice is changing by the hour.

So, it is time to think spring!! Shore fishing, ducks and geese coming back home, getting the boats ready...

Be sure to let us know if we can help you build your spring/summer fishing/lodging trip to Devils Lake!!

Thanks Again!!

Last ice is upon us...

The bite on Devils Lake of late has been a bit hit and miss. We have found perch in all locations of the lake, the trick is finding larger active schools. We have caught perch in 20-50 ft. So the same tactic we've used all winter, drill,drill,drill.

Walleyes are most active early in the morning, we have had some afternoon/evening flurries as well.

Pike fishing has been good in the shallower bays with tip-ups or jigging aggressive lures.

As for the ice, we are really encouraging caution to all anglers. Ice is still good as I'm writing this post;however, we are scheduled to have 40-50 degree days in the near future. We would not suggest driving trucks once this warmer weather arrives as to much can change from hour to hour.

Be safe and feel free to call or email us with questions about fishing and the ice.

701739-0161

Brysguideservice@gmail.com

A bit up and down...

We have had an interesting week on the pond. Temps from 40 above to 10 below at night, some days windy, others pretty calm. With all this up and down weather, the bite has done the same for us. We are still catching a fair share of fish, but we are working a bit harder this week from others.

The weather is suppose to get more stable and look for the bite to get better and better!

Best bet for walleyes is early 7am-9, fishing 6-20 ft, there has also been an afternoon bite as well. For perch, we are getting the majority of them in the 24-30 ft range. The key is to find the big active schools, so make sure your auger is ready to go!

Good luck to all!!

Steady is the word!

Perch and walleye's are being caught consistently on Devils Lake, with some days having a bite that is fast and furious while other days the bite is more steady and consistent. You never really know when or where that furious bite may occur, so we stay persistent and positive and usually good things happen!!

Best depths to fish are about 12 to 25 foot range. Seems you like our best lures are: Buckshots, Hali's, Slender spoons, and a bobber with a hook and minnow set-up.

Ice conditions are good just remember to use caution around the bridges and near pressure ranges. Good luck to everyone participating in Ice-fishing tournament this weekend!