GALLERY OF FISH

FISHING STATS SUMMARY

CONSERVATION POLICY

Fishing regulations enforced by the MNR on Lac Seul stipulate that all walleye between 18" and 21" and northerns between 27.5" and 36" be immediately released. Even though the regulations do allow each angler to harvest one fish over the protected slot size, Silver Water Wheel Camp Policy goes one step further and we ask that all fish over the slot size be released as well.

The reason that walleye between 25" and 30" are caught every day on Lac Seul is because thousands of concerned anglers over the years have carefully caught and released big fish. We inherit this responsibility and the results will not only benefit ourselves as we continue to enjoy a terrific fishery, but will also benefit the next generation of young anglers.

For the trophy hunter, today's modern fiberglass replicas and perma-trophies allow the fortunate angler to not only have a longer lasting mount for the wall, but they have the added benefit of knowing that they are helping maintain a trophy fishery.

"Keep a camera handy... The photos and memories always last longer than the fillets."

Careful Catch and Release Tips

• Barbless hooks should be used whenever possible, especially for pike. Simply squash the barb with a pair of pliers and try to avoid using plugs with multiple treble hooks.
• Cut the line on deeply imbedded hooks.
• Have pliers, jaw spreaders, measuring board and camera within reach as the fish is landed. Work quickly and return the fish to water as soon as possible.