Cold-Water Walleye Jerkbait Cadence by Temperature
FishUSA Staff
May 1, 2026

Cold-Water Walleye Jerkbait Cadence by Temperature

The jerkbait isn't the variable — the pause is. A suspending jerkbait hanging motionless in front of a cold-water walleye is one of the most effective presentations in fishing. The cadence that triggers that bite changes with every degree of wa …
Walleye Jig Weight Chart by Depth + Wind
FishUSA Staff
April 14, 2026

Walleye Jig Weight Chart by Depth + Wind

The right jig weight is the one that keeps you ticking bottom without dragging like an anchor. This chart maps depth against wind and drift speed so you can pick a starting weight in seconds — no guessing. Wind and current push you heavier fast …
Spring Walleye Color Rules: Clear vs. Stained Water
FishUSA Staff
April 8, 2026

Spring Walleye Color Rules: Clear vs. Stained Water

Most spring walleye color decisions come down to one question: how far can the fish see? Clarity sets the palette — natural patterns in clear water, high-contrast in stained. Water temperature and light level fine-tune the call. This guide give …
Ten Tips for Catching Salmon in Rivers
FishUSA Staff
April 8, 2026

Ten Tips for Catching Salmon in Rivers

Catching salmon in rivers can be one of the most exciting and frustrating forms of freshwater fishing. One day, fish seem to be everywhere and nobody can miss. The next day, the same run looks full of salmon, yet almost no one hooks up. That is exact …
Best Spring Walleye Plastics: Profile Guide
FishUSA Staff
April 7, 2026

Best Spring Walleye Plastics: Profile Guide

Most spring walleye anglers carry too many plastics and know too few. Three profiles cover 90% of situations — paddletail, minnow/jerk shad, and ringworm/curl tail. This guide explains exactly when each one wins, how to size them, and how to ma …
Walleye Jig Setup: Rod, Reel, Line & Jig Head Guide
FishUSA Staff
April 5, 2026

Walleye Jig Setup: Rod, Reel, Line & Jig Head Guide

Jigging is the most consistently productive walleye technique across seasons — and the most sensitive to setup. Get the rod action wrong and you’ll miss bites. Use the wrong jig weight and you lose bottom contact. This guide covers every …
Spring Walleye Water Temp Triggers (36–60°F)
FishUSA Staff
April 2, 2026

Spring Walleye Water Temp Triggers (36–60°F)

Water temperature is the clock walleye run on. This guide maps every 5-degree band from ice-out to post-spawn — where fish are, how they behave, and exactly how to adjust your presentation at each stage. Each 5-degree band represents a distinct …