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Fall River Walleye System: Why We Built It | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 26th 2026

We built the Fall River Walleye System because river conditions change fast, and the tackle that works in one stretch may not be right in the next. Current changes. Depth changes. Wind changes. Water … read more

Why We Built the Fall Lake Trout System | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 26th 2026

We built the Fall Lake Trout System because fall lake trout fishing rarely gives you one condition all day. Depth changes. Wind changes. Fish move. Forage changes. A presentation that works in the mo … read more

4-Inch vs 6-Inch Paddle Tails for Walleye | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 26th 2026

4-Inch vs. 6-Inch Paddle Tails for Walleye: When to Fish Each Size Choosing between a 4-inch and 6-inch paddle tail for walleye is less about which size is “better” and more about what the … read more

How to Choose a Swedish Pimple: Why This Classic Jigging Spoon Still Matters | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 21st 2026

A fishing lure does not remain useful for generations simply because anglers recognize its name. It lasts because the design continues to solve the same problems: reaching fish efficiently, creating a … read more

How to Choose a Clacker Spoon: When Sound, Flash, and Vibration Matter | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 21st 2026

Some fishing situations require more than a visible target. In deep water, stained water, low light, or when fish are spread across a large area, the lure also needs to help fish locate it. The Compac … read more

Best Jig Weight for Walleye: 1/4 oz vs 3/8 oz vs 1/2 oz vs 1 oz | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 20th 2026

Choosing the best jig weight for walleye comes down to one basic rule: use the lightest jig that still lets you maintain contact with the bottom and control your presentation. The correct weight can c … read more

How to Choose a Jigging Rod for Lake Trout | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Aug 5th 2026

How to Choose a Jigging Rod for Lake Trout Lake trout quickly expose the weaknesses in a fishing rod. Deep water, heavy jigs, repeated lifts and powerful fish place very different demands on a rod tha … read more

Catching Lake Trout at Lower Foster Lake, Saskatchewan | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Jul 26th 2026

Lake trout have a reputation for being difficult to catch, but our recent fly-in trip to Lower Foster Lake proved they don't require a complicated tackle system. Good electronics, solid boat control, … read more

Northern Pike Tackle Report: Lower Foster Lake, SK | Linn Creek Outdoors

Posted by Randal Zimmerman on Jul 26th 2026

Lower Foster Lake, Saskatchewan Northern pike gave us some of the most exciting fishing of our week at Lower Foster Lake. Two classic baits stood out: Heddon Super Spook Len Thompson 5 of Diamonds … read more