Pigeon Lake recommendations/info?

[Rifle]

Hey all, I'm sure there's a ton here who've been to Pigeon. Me and the gf are headed there friday. Recommendations for campgrounds (we have a tent)would be much appreciated, along with maybe a little info like "do they charge for wood, can you bring your own, are there any sites on the lake to pull a boat up to, is there a free, decent boat launch?" There are lots of campgrounds to choose from it seems,a nd I've never been, so I'd just like to hear a few opinions. Thanks,

Rifle

[slipbobber]

Go to the Provincial campground the south west corner of Pigeon Lake. I think last year you had to buy your firewood but if you have some bring it and save yourself $20-$30. Excelent boat launch and all the walleye you want 5 minutes away. Some sites in section D are close to the water but I wouldn't leave any boat on the shore for a great lenght of time as you won't be able to see it from your camping site.

[Bear Ballz]

http://www.pigeonlake.com/business/camping.htm
Provincial or Zeiner are right on the water, but both will be crowded on any weekend and almost as bad during the week in the summer.

The Walleye Flasher and a frozen minnow has always done really well for me there. Al just sent me a care package of his new jigs....can't wait to get to Pigeon to try them out and to fill some tags. The new jigs are pretty cool looking.

[Rockymtnx]

Ya Sheep none of thoose silly things will work. I think you would have better luck if you used something just like this.

You probally should mail thoose silly looking things to a AO member who could properly dispose of them without anyone getting a hook in the finger.
I hear that Rockymtnx, Bearballz, NDN, and many others that fish Pigeon Lake are properly trained to take them off your hands.

[Cam-hunter]

Who's Al?

Originally Posted by sheephunter

The Walleye Flasher and a frozen minnow has always done really well for me there. Al just sent me a care package of his new jigs....can't wait to get to Pigeon to try them out and to fill some tags. The new jigs are pretty cool looking.

oh wow SH, diggin the new colors, i can see a couple that will be a hit. they available now? or did you just get a early treat

SH, i just took a second look at the pic of the new colors............. couldnt help but notice the long shank hooks, do they have them in both short and long? i prefer short for leeches and minnows, and the long shank for soft plastics.