Late ice walleye are usually big walleye. Please release them as they are so close to spawning. But if you land fish with a gaff then you can't release them. Just remember that according to the regulations, you are allowed one walleye over 18.1 inches and a gaffed fish is a part of your limit. Visit http://www.fishingthunderbay.com for more great pics!
Release Them to Spawn Another Day.