Guide Jim Maki used a chartreuse and orange jig with a minnow to catch this Northern near the mouth of Crab Creek the day after fishing opener in May 2004.

For tips from our favorite Burntside guide, give Jim a call at his Great Outdoors bait shop in Ely (218-365-4744). It's time to come to Camp and rent a boat and motor for the day ($50 plus gas) or our new pontoon, which seats 12 ($45 an hour or $145 a day), to get out on the lake. Canoes and kayaks are also available. P.S.: We don't allow dogs on the pontoon.

Get your tackle ready and come fishing with us!