Last Sunday was water testing and Mike Spangler and I were on the lake to do that. We observed a boat with three people fishing on our way out. They were in the process of catching and releasing a walleye. On our way back, we again observed them catching a walleye that appeared to be within the slot restriction. They did release it, but it was out of the water for an extended period of time before they returned it to the water. We want to remind people who catch walleyes within the slot restricted area (17-26 inches) that a quick return to the water is very important. It the fish has been caught with live bait on a single hook, cutting the line and releasing it is better than trying to dislodge the hook, especially if the hook is not very easily removed. The hook will disolve and the fish will not be as seriously harmed. It will be there for the future enjoyment of the sportspeople who fish Lida. Thanks for abiding with the slot restriction on walleyes and the size limit on crappies! = Bob
We want to remind people who catch walleyes within the slot restricted area (17-26 inches) that a quick return to the water is very important. It the fish has been caught with live bait on a single hook, cutting the line and releasing it is better than trying to dislodge the hook, especially if the hook is not very easily removed.
Mn Walleye Slot Limit 2019 Chart
I voted for 6 fish with slot because I have 3 kids and a wife who like to eat walleye(not sunfish or perch,there is a difference in taste!) and I have grandparents who like to eat fish but can't get out themselves. So I give them some. I like the protected slot but I would like the 6 fish limit to stay. Sauger/Walleye: Possession limit of 6 combined (only 4 may be walleye). Walleye: All fish from 17-28″ must be immediately released. One trophy fish over 28″ is allowed in possession. Northern Pike: limit of 3 (not more than 1 trophy fish over 30″ in possession. About the Fish in Lake Kabetogama.