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Leech Lake Ice-Out 2026: When It Happens & How to Catch More Walleyes

Toby Kvalevog March 20, 2026 No Comments

🎣 Timing the Transition from Ice to Open Water Every Minnesota angler watches the same thing this time of year: When is ice-out on Leech Lake? Ice-out typically happens between…

A fishing rod rests on the edge of a boat above choppy Lake Vermilion water, with two electronic fish finders displaying sonar images in the foreground. Trees line the distant shore under a cloudy sky—perfect for targeting walleyes.

Lead Core Fishing Walleyes on Lake Vermilion

Jason Freed July 24, 2025 No Comments

One of the most polarizing and high-action bites on Lake Vermilion of the entire season is often tim Lead Core Fishing Walleyes. The lead core trolling bite is an easy…

Walleye, Bass & More: Leech Lake Fishing Report You Need to Read

Toby Kvalevog June 25, 2025 No Comments

Leech Lake Fishing Report (Updated June 20, 2025) 🌡️ Conditions 1. Walleye 2. Bass (Largemouth & Smallmouth) 3. Northern Pike 4. Musky 🗺️ Quick Hotspots Summary Species Location Highlights Depth…

Four people—two adults and two children—stand behind a table displaying several freshly caught walleye. The group is outdoors next to a wooden fence, everyone smiling at the camera after a fun Minnesota fishing report outing.

Ultimate Minnesota Fishing Report: Where Walleye, Bass & Panfish Are Biting Right Now (June 2025)

Toby Kvalevog June 2, 2025 No Comments

🎣 Leisure Outdoor Adventures Weekly Fishing Report – June 2, 2025 Target Species: Walleye, Bass, PanfishFeatured Lakes: Leech Lake, Gull Lake, Lake Vermilion, Mille Lacs LakeWater Temps: 62–68°F 🌊 Leech…

A smiling fishing guide client stands on a boat at Gull Lake Minnesota, holding up four large walleye —two in each hand—with cloudy skies and water in the background, capturing the thrill of fishing.

Fishing is heating up on Gull Lake Minnesota

Toby Kvalevog May 29, 2025 No Comments

As of today, May 28, 2025, anglers in the Brainerd are enjoying favorable fishing conditions, with multiple species actively biting. Here’s the latest: The walleye bite remains good, particularly in…

Two smiling men stand in a fish cleaning station; one, dressed as a fishing guide, cleans fish at the counter while the other poses in fishing gear. Several cleaned fish are laid out on the counter in front of them.

Leech Lake Fishing Report – Mid-May Bite is Heating Up

Toby Kvalevog May 14, 2025 No Comments

If you’re planning a Leech Lake fishing trip, now is the time to get on the water. Water temperatures are holding steady between 55–60°F, and both walleyes and crappies are…

Mn Walleye fisherman showing off their catch

Crush the 2025 MN Walleye Opener: Where and How to Catch ‘Em on Leech, Gull, Vermilion

Toby Kvalevog May 5, 2025 No Comments

The long-awaited Minnesota walleye opener is finally here! Anglers across the state are gearing up for what’s expected to be a strong start to the 2025 fishing season. Whether you’re…

Dive into the latest episodes of The Guide Life with Leisure Outdoor Adventures

Toby Kvalevog April 23, 2025 No Comments

Season 6 Leisure Outdoor Adventures (LOA) delivers another exciting stretch of content with their hit YouTube series, The Guide Life. These recent full-length episodes are packed with big fish, advanced…

A black Lund fishing boat, ready for open water, is being launched from a trailer at a boat ramp.

How to: Make sure Your Boat Ready for Open Water

Toby Kvalevog April 16, 2025 No Comments

Spring is here, and that means it’s time to get your boat out of storage and back on the water. Whether you’re chasing walleyes on Leech Lake or pulling the…

Chuck Hasse has some great content to help with finding Leech Lake Walleye on Opening weekend.

How to catch walleye on Minnesota Fishing opener on Leech Lake.

Toby Kvalevog April 7, 2025 No Comments

Leisure Outdoor Adventures guides Toby Kvalevog and Chuck Hasse hop on Leech Lake shortly after the Mn Fishing Opener to discuss modern tactics to shorten the learning curve for this…

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Leech Lake Ice-Out 2026: When It Happens & How to Catch More Walleyes

Lead Core Fishing Walleyes on Lake Vermilion

Walleye, Bass & More: Leech Lake Fishing Report You Need to Read

Ultimate Minnesota Fishing Report: Where Walleye, Bass & Panfish Are Biting Right Now (June 2025)

Fishing is heating up on Gull Lake Minnesota

Leech Lake Fishing Report – Mid-May Bite is Heating Up

Crush the 2025 MN Walleye Opener: Where and How to Catch ‘Em on Leech, Gull, Vermilion

Dive into the latest episodes of The Guide Life with Leisure Outdoor Adventures

How to: Make sure Your Boat Ready for Open Water

How to catch walleye on Minnesota Fishing opener on Leech Lake.