If you are spending a day on the ice, eventually, you’ll need to answer nature’s call.  Going to the bathroom while ice fishing can be tricky business, especially for the ladies.   Privacy may not be possible and layers of warm winter clothing make the task slow and uncomfortable.  Guys […]

Ice fishing is just as much about finding fish as it is getting fish to find you.  When hoping from hole to hole won’t work or you’re targeting fish on the move, sometimes bringing the fish to you is more effective. Whether you are fishing a popular lake with pressured […]

As one of the most sought after open water game fish in the country, it is surprising to learn that few anglers ever target big muskie through the ice.    This aggressive predator remains elusive to many anglers but through the ice, it is a daunting task on a whole […]

Most anglers understand that weather can have a huge affect on fish behavior during open water season.  We know how windy days can turn on or off a bite and when to fish during summer storms.   The affect of weather on ice fishing is less intuitive.  I’ve often wondered […]

You often hear that simple is better.  Well, in the case of darkhouse spearfishing, that saying is true.  Put away the fancy fish finders, specialized poles and tackle box full of ice lures.  All you need for this sport is a spear.   Get back to your roots and try […]

There are more baits and lures for ice fishing than ever before.  I sometimes find myself spending more time choosing the best setup than I do fishing.   When the choices overwhelm me, I know it is time to go back to the basics.  Nothing is more basic in ice […]