Mississippi Walleye Club

Club Information

About us

The Mississippi Walleye Club is located in Dubuque, Iowa.  Our primary fishing location is pool 12 of the Mississippi River.  We are blessed to have one of the best walleye fisheries right in our back yard.  This being said, even the most seasoned anglers can struggle with the river.  Our goal as a club is to help you learn to fish the ever-changing conditions, how to control your boat to present your bait, which baits to use and presentations appropriate to the conditions.  Most importantly, our goal is to promote the sport of fishing!

Membership

Club Membership is required to participate in any of our events. The Club has two levels of membership, Individual and Family.  Persons of the age of 18 may be individual members.  Persons under the age of 18 are considered family members under a family membership.    Membership fees are $30 for an individual and $35 for a family.  The fee is waived for your first year of membership!

Most people join because they want to learn more about fishing walleye in the river.    Attending the club meetings, the post-meeting social hour, and fishing the events is the way to be successful.   The Walleye Club has terrific members that are open and here for the common goal of successful walleye fishing.  You will achieve your goal of learning river walleye techniques by having access to these dedicated fishermen.  

Tournaments

You do not have to be a boat owner to fish with the Mississippi Walleye Club. We pair our members to ensure everyone has a boat to fish from. We host monthly “tournaments” for which you sign up and then are randomly paired with another member to fish that event.  Some of our events are “pick” events where you do get to choose your own partner. Those events will also have a “draw” opportunity to be sure everyone that wants to fish can.  This aspect of the club is terrific for those that want to mix up their social fishing circle and to learn from some of the best walleye fisherman around.

Kid's Day

The 2023 Kids day will be held Saturday August 12, 2023.  This event runs just like a "pro" tournament.  Two kids get assigned to a Club approved boat with two adults.  We go out on the river for a few hours and fish for non-game species.  After returning to the dock, the teams weigh their catch and have their standing posted on the big score board.  All participants receive a prize. Food and refreshments are provided for all participants and their families.  This is a great event for any and all kids ages 9 – 12.  Fishing is from 7:00 am – 11:30 am. The following weigh-n ceremony includes presentation of prizes and a picnic.  And best of all it is free to the kids and families!   

Other Club Activities

As with all well run clubs, structure, organization and the ability to communicate with its members is critical.  We strongly encourage all members to participate in all events for the overall health of the club.  This would include our monthly meetings, participate in Board meetings, our newly introduced "Wednesday Night League", Kids' Day boat drivers, club banquets, and the the list goes on!