Black Crappie
Manitoba’s best kept secret? For a species that was once an anonymous catch, the crappie has become a mainstream megastar that persuades masses of anglers to pursue its prized potential.
Encompassing a unique section of the province, this region holds fantastic angling waters from the south end of Lake Manitoba all the way down to the southern stretches of the mighty Red River, as well as stunning landscapes of the Pembina River Valley to the southern edge of Lake Manitoba, the Central Region stands in the heart of south central Manitoba.
Hidden gems dot the landscape everywhere in between, in addition to the productive waters of the Assiniboine and Pembina Rivers as they meander their way through.
Signature Species: Freshwater Drum, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Rock Bass, Common Carp
Black Crappie
Manitoba’s best kept secret? For a species that was once an anonymous catch, the crappie has become a mainstream megastar that persuades masses of anglers to pursue its prized potential.
Brown Bullhead
This pintsized brawler can be a constant catch throughout the open water season and a great angling option for those learning to fish!
Channel Catfish
As the proclaimed “Channel Catfish Capital of the World”, Manitoba has set the bar for the unparalleled channel catfish destination.
Common Carp
The big, bad carp. Big as in “wow” and bad as in “controversial”, the common carp is a love or hate species.
Lake Sturgeon
“Hooking up on dinosaurs” is an expression that you might be familiar with if you have engaged in a mind-altering angling excursion that required you to hook, fight and land a prehistoric…
Largemouth Bass
Manitoba's largemouth bass have established a respectable presence on a few exclusive fisheries and have valiantly acquired the undivided attention of devout bass anglers!
Northern Pike
Home to 60 inch giants, Manitoba is known as one of the most desired northern pike destinations world-wide.
Rock Bass
As an underrated opportunity that often exudes an appetite bigger than its mouth, the rock bass is a gutsy little scrapper that will gladly show up for any extended underwater tussle.
Sauger
Persistent action, promising numbers and wide spread populations! This close cousin and miniature version of the legendary “Walleye”, is an adaptable little biter that dwells in many of Manitoba’s productive lake and…
Sucker
White Sucker, Silver Redhorse, Golden Redhorse, Shorthead Redhorse, Bigmouth Buffalo and Quillback. A long list of catchable sucker species that all inhabit a large variety of Manitoba’s lakes and rivers.
Sunfish
The most commonly caught of the two species is the bluegill, with both species offering a unique experience that has substantially increased in popularity.
Walleye
Recognized as Manitoba’s official provincial fish, the walleye (or locally known as the pickerel) is the most sought after species within our provincial boundaries.
Yellow Perch
Admired by a myriad of avid anglers, Manitoba’s yellow perch has been considered one of the most valued species and a significant contributor to many memorable maiden angling experiences.
Home to rich farmland, rolling hard woods and the legendary Delta Marsh, this unique region is recognized for its outstanding waterfowl and game bird hunting.
Signature Species: Wild Turkey, Whitetail Deer, Ducks, Geese, Grouse, Partridge
Originally introduced to the province in 1958, the wild turkey has evolved into a highly desired game species that has been successfully established throughout southern Manitoba.
Without question, the whitetail deer is the most pursued big game species within our provincial boundaries. Wide spread populations, vast habitats and promising hunting opportunities have all been attributed to elevating their pronounced popularity.