Look for the schools of crappies to be suspended straight out from the beach in 22 feet of water. There must be springs in this region of the lake because the water stays roiled up enough to make a camera a poor option there. The sonar is going to be the ticket to finding the suspended crappies on Ann.

Move to the east weedline to find some of the big bluegills in Ann. The milfoil extends into 14 feet of water, and anywhere on that weedline is a high-potential spot for big sunfish. Cameras work great in this location.

Lake Ann also has a nice population of big northerns. Every year there are usually a couple of spear houses set up on the north end in about 6 to 8 feet of water, but some of the best pike fishing I find is in 12 to 14 feet on the northwest corner. Tip-ups are my choice for bait presentation, and don't be surprised if the pike you try to get through that 8-inch hole is pushing the 10-pound mark.

For more information regarding Lake Ann, talk to one of the pros at Minnetonka Outdoors at (952) 470-8800. Visit their Web site at www.minnetonkaoutdoors.com.

There's an old saying, "He who hesitates is lost," and that holds true for any ice-angler who is hoping to capitalize on a hot bite. When you hear about it, move fast, because it may not be hot for long.

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