Blade Fishing Report: 7/21

■ Lake Erie: The walleye bite continues to be steady, with a lot of undersized fish in the catch in most locations in the Western Basin. Anglers have reported good success with keepers in the waters near the Toledo intake, around Gull Island Shoal, the open water northwest of West Sister Island, and around Kelleys Island Shoal. Casters are relying on mayfly rigs tipped with worms, while the trolling approach has been to use diving crankbaits, spoons, or worm harnesses. The pros at Netcraft report active bass fishing in the nearshore waters around the islands, with tube baits and dropshot rigs producing the most strikes. The best yellow perch fishing has come from the waters near “G” can of the firing range, west of Catawba, east of Kelleys Island, and near the Toledo intake. Spreaders tipped with shiner minnows are the best perch bait and tackle.