The National Capital Region is home to a world-class Muskie fishery. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned pro, Ottawa offers an excellent shot at a true trophy.
Muskie demand heavy-duty hardware. Trolling oversized crankbaits in the 9 to 14-inch length can often yield big results in the main channels.
If casting is more your style, work 9 to 12-inch jerkbaits, jumbo topwaters and flashy bucktails around productive looking areas.
The Golden Rule
Always complete a "figure-8" at the end of each retrieve. Muskie are notorious followers, and many Ottawa giants are boated right at the rod tip.
As the water temperatures drop in the late season, predatory instincts shift toward large, stationary targets.
A live or dead sucker worked just off bottom is a common technique in the Nationās Capital, especially once the cold weather of fall hits.
Circle hooks should be used when rigging these chunks of meat up to ensure a safe hookset and easy release for these long-lived predators.
"Ottawa is a world-class Muskie destinationārespect the fish, use heavy gear, and always be ready for the strike."
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