Northland Puppet Minnow Darting Lure – UV Green Perch, 9/16 oz | Open Water & Ice Fishing

Overview

The Northland Puppet Minnow Darting Lure is engineered to imitate a lively minnow. Its design triggers a quick lift, followed by a semi-circle swim as it freefalls, creating a natural, attention-grabbing silhouette in the water. This action works in both open water and through the ice, helping you cover more water with fewer casts.

What makes it versatile

• Two sturdy jigs on the front and back plus a bottom treble hook provide multiple grasp points for fish and reduce missed bites.
• Fish can be presented plain or with a minnow head tipped on the bottom treble, adding scent and extra profile without changing the lure’s core action.
• Available in a range of sizes and finishes, including UV and glo options, to boost visibility in low light or stained water.

How anglers use it

• Vertical jigging on the bottom to entice bull bluegills, crappies, or perch on structure.
• Open-water casting and popping to draw attention from walleyes and pike.
• Hovering or slow raising and lowering to create a rocking motion that triggers bites while reducing drift in currents.

Species and year-round use

From panfish to larger predators, this lure is built for year-round action. It can target perch and bluegill in calm days or pursue pike and lake trout on tougher outings. The color and action are designed to maximize your presentation in varying water conditions.

Quality and brand assurance

Northland Fishing Tackle designs lures with input from anglers who rely on them. The Puppet Minnow combines dependable hardware, robust construction, and practical color options to provide consistent performance on the water or ice.

Color and size options

Sizes range from small 1/8 oz jigs up to heavier 1 oz presentations, including the 9/16 oz model mentioned in product specs. The color lineup features UV and glow finishes such as UV Green Perch to improve visibility in low light conditions.