I want to start fishing for Pike this year, but I have never gone after pike. I would like any opinions and/or suggestions to he

[Rem700-06]

I want to start fishing for Pike this year, but I have never gone after pike. I would like any opinions and/or suggestions to help me out. To give some specifics... I have No Boat. I am interested in both Live Baits and Artificial Lures. The best way fish the Canals and Rivers (Hudson and Mohawk River/Erie Canal). Would it be worth it to fish a lake without a boat? Thank You.

[colbybabcock]

I say it is but you have to know if fish are there.

[kt46813]

It probably depends on the lake but it's worth at least a try. And I personally have caught pike on simple lures like rubber worms but I've heard that red and white Daredevil spoons work really well for pike

[Tjac18]

If you are fishing from the shore look for shallow cover and when you find it either use a weedless swimbait or a weedless spoon. For better results throw a trailer on the back of the spoon. Another great lure is the golden docter spoon.