Detroit River Walleye Fishing HOW I CATCH THEM and WHERE

[@kenkender8857]

Hey man that truely is one of the best informational videos ive seen. So tired of watching guys just catch fish and dont explain anything. Ive been wanting to come up and fish those rivers but never know where to go on them. So thank you so much for sharing and careing enough about other people. Truely appreciate it.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for the kind words Ken! I sometimes too get carried away with just fishing and filming. I really like to help others because I’m also always looking for new tips tricks and hot to’s! Thanks again. Good luck out there. Have a great weekend!

[@geraldvillarreal1630]

You’re exactly right about the 1 ounce jig.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for watching!

[@Salmonslayer87lowellife]

I've fished west Michigan for the past 36 years. This Saturday is my first trip to the Detroit river. I'm going to utilize your information!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks! You will find it useful! I uploaded an updated version not to long ago also I think you will like!

[@garyswiston481]

Excellent presentation

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you for watching Gary! I appreciate it brother!🤘🏼

[@peterpickard8700]

Good information

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Hope it helps thanks for watching!

[@gjshrm1]

Great video

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks you Gary!

[@TonySmith-m6q]

Great info!! Thanks!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

No problem!

[@zouhairsuleiman1453]

Great Job, this is exactly what people are looking for is more and more information in where to go and where to launch their boat from, please keep sharing your experience and information to the new comers

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching! I appreciate it!

[@fireemt0322]

Thanks buddy

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

No problem 🤘🏻

[@ralphjones4583]

I think you did an awesome job in this informational video! I fish a lot of those areas with the exception of the Trenton Channel due to the snags. I also use all of those same baits and I agree that they work! Appreciate you! Happy Walleye hunting.😎

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching! I really appreciate it! Good luck out there!

[@gatedancer17]

Good video. Long time handliner here. Wanted to get into jigging since you really can't handline wit more than two people. Went out with four of us the other day and got into them. Now I'm hooked, so to speak. This video was a great, straightforward tutorial. Funny, I went to Dipnet today and bought all 1 oz. jigheads. Agree totally with you on that. A lot of other videos are just people showing off catching fish. This one actually tells you how. Thx.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for stopping and watching and leaving an awesome comment! I truly appreciate it! Glad you’ve been having some good luck out there and here’s to many more great trips!

[@kingjoe6107]

excellent, excellent, excelllllent!!!!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@Paulybuck]

Great tips!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping and watching!

[@yooperrd651]

great tutorial on the D ....location and presentation ..you the MAN !!!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping and watching YOOP! Have a great one buddy!

[@colemant6845]

This is the TRUE DETROIT RIVER SPRING INFO about where and what!! Gear, Line, Knot, Lure. He is 100% right! Launch and areas... HE IS TRUE! Well Done... Keep it up! I'm subscribed

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Appreciate you watching and commenting!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻 have a great weekend!

[@holtec333]

Thank you for the information.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@sha6mm]

Lot of great information, wish I live close to there. I have applied this to my Jigging on the Mississippi River where I use to use 1/4 and 3/8 oz I am using more 5/8 and 3/4 oz and I am catching more than before. TC

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for checking it out! Glad I could help brother!

[@grantgerman3283]

Thanks for the great info. I will be fishing the river for the first time this year and this helps it be a little less intimidating.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

That’s exactly why I made this video! Thanks a lot for stopping and watching! Good luck out there!

[@raymonddancer8852]

Very well said.!! Good luck out there bud👊

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you brother!

[@marysullivan3326]

great vid!! you got a subscriber!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I really appreciate that and the kind words Mary! Have a great weekend!

[@tonygravley1311]

Good information thank you so much

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

No problem! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@mikeking8888]

Thanks for all the great tips!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

No problem! Thanks a lot for watching! I appreciate it!

[@gjshrm1]

Excellent video! Just bought my 1st fishing boat. Your video is very helpful. Do you ever use a trolling motor in the Detroit River or do you mostly drift down and power your way back upstream? Looks like many guys use their trolling motor to offset the current. You are an excellent fishing instructor. Thank You!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching! I always use along with everyone else have to use an electric trolling motor to keep your line and jig “vertical”. Good luck out there! Tight lines!

[@kingsalmon5905]

We had a great year on the Detroit river. We started at the rencen drifted to boblo. The first day we had a two person limit in 45 mins, the second day about an hour, both times was only one drift. Third day we went to the St Clair near algonac did well bottom bouncing. Thank you for the Great video and information.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

That’s a great stretch to drift for sure. I like long drifts and sometimes I just like to short drift and go right back over a pod. Thanks a lot for stopping and watching!

[@davidkeel6237]

Thanks for the tips. Good info!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you for watching! I appreciate it! Good luck out there!🤘🏻

[@colemant6845]

"Stinger Hooks are a MUST" He speaks TRUTH!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

ALWAYS!

[@TheMichiganFishHunter]

Cool video packed with good information, thanks. I prefer St. Croix also.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for watching Brett! St Croix is really my favorite rod for spinning and bait casting! Have a great weekend!

[@TheMichiganFishHunter]

You too my man. I'm going to the Singing Bridge to Chace the early Steelhead bite with my 8'6 St. Croix Triumph. My smallie rod is 6' Premier one piece and I live it.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

@@TheMichiganFishHunter good luck buddy!

[@MarkJLarsonOutdoors]

Thank you for sharing my friend! Good luck with everything when you get out there!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot Mark! Appreciate you brother!

[@PAGOutdoors]

Great tips, wish I had watched this before I went. We ended up getting limits but I had to grind. We have it figured out now but I was attaching stinger not floating. I see how that could make a difference. Also a longer leader is key. I’m going to bump down from 15# braid to 8# to help if drag in current too. Thanks again!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for stopping and watching! I’m glad you eventually found the video regardless! Good luck out there!

[@PAGOutdoors]

@@TheOutdoorConquest you as well! I also subscribed!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

@@PAGOutdoors thank you VERY much!

[@MrCrybaby95]

I’ve been really digging the St. Croix Eyecon Heavy Metal. 5’9 heavy fast.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Nice! St. Croix has just an awesome selection of rods for any species too. Thanks for watching Nathan!

[@matthamati2960]

Thoughts about jigging walleyes now between Belle Isle and Canada? TIA..

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Seems like they’re still getting them pretty good from the charter reports I’m seeing

[@matthamati2960]

@@TheOutdoorConquest okay great, usually I’m south of Ambassador. A buddy wants me to go shore jigging with him today on B.I between, just wasn’t sure how it would be there. Thanks

[@nellliefrias]

Excellent videos your are making im really enjoying them all keep them up :)

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for stopping, watching and leaving a comment! I really appreciate it !

[@austinmc2112]

What’s a good spot for summer time?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Out in the lake would be best from my experience. You can troll the river I’ve just never done it

[@dkinfishing]

Giving out the sauce 🔥 great information bro I’m sure this will help tons.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks bro! I’m looking forward to getting you on your first hog walleye out there in a couple week! I hope we can make it happen man!

[@richardschraw7907]

Good advice 🎣

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for watching Rich! Appreciate you buddy!

[@angler6960]

Thanks for the info!!!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping, watching and commenting! I appreciate it!!🤘🏻

[@CharlesJones-nt6cf]

Great vidio

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you Charles! I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@torrellrhoades811]

Can you buy daily launch passes at each boat ramp early in AM when you get there?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Yes! Thanks for watching!

[@ronaldpowers1986]

What's your tip for attaching the stinger on a Bondy worm or any other plastic worm so the end of the worm doesn't get hung up on the stinger?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Just skin hook the worm with one of the trebles. Thats usually what I do. Thanks for watching!

[@kingjoe6107]

is Elizabeth park good for walleye fishing if you are doing it from the shore not a boat?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Im not sure but the walleye are everywhere out there so I’m sure it’s worth a try

[@leecline7528]

Awesome stuff

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you Lee! I appreciate you watching! Good luck out there this year!

[@JimBowSlice]

I've got some big fish in shallow water by the steel mill, 9-14 feet when the waters got a good stain.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

That’s where’s I’ve gotten some piggy’s in that past too Jimbo! Thanks for stopping and watching!

[@shaneroberts9264]

Hello we are headed out to fish Port Clinton and might need a Plan B for a blow day. Can you fish both sides of the river, just on the Michigan fishing license? What other boat ramps have public access and what is a daily launch fee?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

You will need a Canadian license to fish Canada. Daily launch fees vary from 8-12 bucks these days. The ones I listed are pretty much your best options for launching

[@johnnyhacks507]

Good info. We are newbies our self's. Went for the 1st time 2 weeks ago to learn it a bit.. Going again this Sunday.. thanks for the couple extra tips to try.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Appreciate you watching! Best of luck out there this season! You’ll crush em soon enough!

[@richeyrich2445]

good video very informative . The weather looks bad for the next few days and that sucks

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks buddy! I hope it helps! I won’t be fishing again until I get back from FL next weekend! Thanks for watching!

[@jackmasters9953]

Great info brother!!!! Spot on. Something you didn’t mention though would be purchasing a Canadian license. With the exchange rate, it’s about $80 for the outdoor card and a season license. C ya on the river!!!🎣🐟🎣😃

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I may have to do a follow up video on the few things I’ve missed or didn’t mention. Thanks for watching! I appreciate it!

[@theowener4477]

Good stuff, one thing I do is keep the line touching my finger so you feel those tiny ticks. Amazing how it feels like a 4 inch perch bite, and you set into an 8lb eye.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

That’s another great tip! Thanks for stopping and watching! I appreciate it!

[@kenkender8857]

When is the best time of year to fish the detreoit?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

The entire month of April. Once the water temp starts staying above 40 for a few days it fires on all cylinders and will last into May. You can catch them all year but the best time to be there is normally middle of April.

[@TheMichiganFisherman]

Awesome info! No secrets withheld 😀👍 I’d say I learned a lot but you already taught me all of this. Nice to have this video in case I forget though. Very well done, man 💯

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks buddy! I can’t wait to get you on a hog this Spring on the Detroit man!

[@DennisPeterson-qu2re]

Its nice to watch a video,and learn something from someone where you're not told everything you're doing is wrong and you should be doing it this way because its the only way or I need a 80,000 dollar boat ,lets be honest there's more then one way to skin a cat and probably a thousand to catch a walleye. Keep it up man,you're doing good work here from the thumb area

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching and leaving such a great comment Dennis! I really appreciate it! I’m very familiar with the thumb area. Raised and went to school in Ubly🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@StevenJosephson]

Do you tip the jigs with a worm or minnow?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Usually never UNLESS the water temp is below 40 degrees. Then sometimes it makes a huge difference tipping with minnows

[@customs1969]

You said you drift .so you dont use your trolling motor to stay vertical

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Yes I drift. But you still have to use the troller to stay vertical with the speed of your drift from the river current.

[@steves2609]

Great stuff there, thanks! I'm in Algonac and have fished the SCR a lot over last 4-5 years and want to hit the D this year, so had a lot of interest in the first part of the video. Gear-wise, pretty much identical, only diff is I use 3/4 and 1oz heads and my leaders are attached with a swivel and tied at jig head. Looking forward to getting out!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I appreciate you stopping and watching Steve! It’s honestly the exact same set up and method I’m doing on the SCR. I’m glad I could help you out a little bit. Good luck brother!🤘🏻

[@steves2609]

​@@TheOutdoorConquest absolutely! Looking forward to the D, seen and heard a lot about it, just never been. Definitely not something I'm doing alone first time though! LoL...tight lines bro

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

@@steves2609 launch at Balenger Park. Your mid river and can run either direction pretty quick. It will be another 2 weeks before it’s legit on fire 🔥. Hope to see ya out there!

[@RiseAboveEvil143]

Would have liked to seen jigging technique with the rod!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I break it down some more in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3PSl3iEmrl2j9Usi=TqHh8PrHcdWQ6gu8

[@Stevejones-sp1zs]

where can i buy the correct jigs at online?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Wilde Jigs is the guy I buy them from at the fishing show. If he’s not online you could check out bass pro or cabelas for 1oz jigs

[@DpuckFishingandOutdoors]

You had a full party boat out there at one point. 😂 Good tips, lots of Info. I wish I could target walleye like this.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

We caught a 5 man limit that day in like 1.5 hrs mam! Crazy! Thanks for stopping and watching!🙌

[@opinionatedviewer7730]

Heavy duty ratchet hanger will get those kayaks off the ground and hanging from the roof. Simple pull of the rope or release of a lever. I highly recommend it, gets em up and out of the way! Thanks for the tips bud!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I’m in the middle of re organizing my garage so I kind of have them stuffed wherever. I don’t have as much room as I’m used to so I’m definitely going to look into that. Thank you for the tip!

[@adamjanssen4709]

I’ve never fished the Detroit river, but I want to. I have a small 14 foot flat bottom bass boat, Carolina skiff. Do you think it’s safe to go out on those waters or will the waves sink me? Be

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I’m not one to make safety recommendations but I think if you go on the right day such as a weekday morning when there isn’t much wind you would be just fine. People kayak fish the Detroit river so it’s definitely fishable for smaller vessels I just wouldn’t go on a weekend because a lot of time the boat wake can be really really bad. Thanks for watching!

[@adamjanssen4709]

Thanks man that’s what I was concerned about there’s some big boats on the river

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

@@adamjanssen4709 I know what you mean

[@DetroitFishigan]

You say thanks for watching, but for us that watch say thanks for sharing all you share!💯 Thanks for not being the guy, "that says hey get out and fish" , but doesn't really tell people the best way to go about it. I just found your channel, and you have been the guy that is just 💯 with the info, and the tips & tricks you share. We all know you going to piss off some "Karen's" along the way with the info you share, so i would like to say thanks again for everything you share 🤝🏼. Until the next video brother✌🏼... oh and i see that kayak 😯 looks cool 😎!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot man I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave a great comment! It means a ton! I really enjoy engaging with my peeps in the comments! Have a great weekend!!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@JoeNajorFishing]

5:56 You should frame that picture bro! You setting the hook with the Ren Cen in the background. Stud!! Great info Lucas. Heading out jigging this year for the first time in years. Can’t wait. Great video man!!🙌

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping and watching Joe! I’m gonna be getting back after it when I get back from spring break! Good luck out there brother!

[@Moondog9322]

Excellent information! We're going to launch at the Metroparks ....any place on the southern end of the river that you recommend?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping and watching! I appreciate it! Your launch at Lake Erie metro park?? I’d work my way up the Trenton channel and fish along BASF and the golf course if I was fishing the south end.

[@Moondog9322]

@@TheOutdoorConquest We'll give it a go! Thanks for the info and quick reply!

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

@@Moondog9322 no problem! Good luck!

[@Moondog9322]

@@TheOutdoorConquest Thanks! We're staying for several days. My buddy wants to go someplace for a smelt dinner, too. Any ideas about that?

[@jackmasters9953]

@@Moondog9322 try Sinbad’s on the river. Not sure if they have smelt though.

[@reelfeelfishing]

Very informative and detailed! If I ever get over to Michigan I got some knowledge 😉 I'm a firm believer in chartreuse too. This winter and early spring it's been money. I recently have been doing more braid to fluoro leaders so I gotta try that Alberto knot. Great information! 👊

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks for stopping and watching Jared! I appreciate it brother! Have a great weekend!

[@adventureswithrobinc3262]

Great info for new boat owners wanting to go fishing in the Trenton Channel and above. I am in a bass tournament this weekend with fellow you-tubers. So I am thinking of hitting Lake St. Clair. That way if the wind gets bad I can hit the coves. Pretty much thinking near the mile roads.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for stopping and watching! I’ve got a few tourneys this year with the yak and looking forward to it. LSC is a magical place and that’s where I’d start or at the point of metro. Good luck out there!

[@brmicklos]

Wow! Such good info. Would you need MI & Canada fishing license to fish both sides of the river?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching and commenting! Yes. You would need both. If your American buying Canadian license you have to buy a 3 year sport card then pick out your license….I’d recommend a 1 year but I also fish Canada a lot

[@derekmcdevitt9491]

Are you letting your jig hit the bottom each time it falls? We do on Erie jigging but out there it’s pretty much snag free unless on the reef.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Maintain contact with the bottom always. It can be snaggy but it’s where you gotta be. Thanks for watching Derek!

[@JW-wh2qs]

Great video - thanks for making this. Where do you get your painted jigs from?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thanks a lot for watching! I get them when I go to the ultimate fishing show but the guys business is called Wilde Jigs. If you look him up online I think he has a website

[@joebealko17]

Thanks for all the insight. Just getting into the river fishing the past few years and any little local knowledge is very much appreciated. I really like the use of the spare plastics to hold on the stinger. Is there a specific size stinger you use in your setup? Also you a few St. Croix rods but the 6'3" MH with the fast tip...really enjoy using up in the northern Canadian lakes for jigging. Thanks again for all the wisdom learned.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Thank you very much for watching! I really appreciate the comment as well! I believe they are #4 trebles on the stinger but don’t quote me on that. The grab bag in Davidson sells them in bulk and that’s the best place to get them. 6’3” should be a perfect rod for jigging as well. You’ll be just fine. Have a great weekend!

[@joebealko17]

@@TheOutdoorConquest loive only 12 minutes from the Grabbag and fish alot at Holloway Resevoir,,,thanks again!

[@saywhat...]

do you fish from shore ever.....

[@JimBowSlice]

Hit the saint Clair River. Best walleye shore fishery in the world. Just in case you didn't know

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

I have and usually in the Fall on the D near the Post Office. Use the same type of equipment just cast up current, let the jig hit bottom and bounce it back to ya until it gets past you on a 45 degree then bring it in and cast back at em again!

[@geostrong3606]

Whats ur top 3 baits thk

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

-bondy worm -fin s minnow (various colors) -straight jig n a minnow

[@alexwhite2686]

How long does the hot river walleye run for?

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

Usually really good all through April for jigging then it’s a trolling bite

[@jimnummerdor9687]

So I live in Spring Lake. On the Grand River. Thinking about making a trip to Detroit and see if I can break my Michigan walleye curse. I’ve caught tons of walleye in Canada, but have never caught one in the state of Michigan mostly because I haven’t tried real hard. Look me up on Facebook or message me. I’d like to talk to you or do some texting about baits and so on.

[@TheOutdoorConquest]

You need to fish the Detroit River this April then Jim. World class walleye fishery. Shoot me a message on Facebook just search TheOutdoorConquest