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Lake Erie Fishing Report: February 13, 2003 Over the past week ice conditions on the western basin of Lake Erie have changed; strong winds have increased the amount of open water on the lake. Reports indicate that there is open water from the Catawba Island/ South Bass Island area east towards Kelley's Island; however, ice conditions in and around the Bass Island area still remain satisfactory. Reports out of Toldedo indicate that the ice around the Brest Bay area, just North of Monroe Michigan, broke up due to strong winds earlier this week. Similarly, the southern lakeshore from Toledo to Sandusky should be considered treacherous. Since thin ice and snow hides old cracks, anglers should take caution when going out. Fishing success for yellow perch and walleye remains spotty. Reports from the Grand River area indicate that anglers are fishing for
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