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 […]
Ice Fishing
21 Essential Tips For Ice Fishing At Night
You may be ready for bed but the bite is not over just because the sun sets. This is true for open water season and especially true, for ice fishing. Some of the best action of the day happens within a few hours after sunset and almost every angler […]
Everything You Need to Know About Darkhouse Spearfishing
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 […]
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide To Tip-up Ice Fishing
Once considered a lazy form of fishing, tip-up ice fishing is fast becoming a key tactic among amateur and professional anglers alike. Tip-ups are a powerful tool for combing large areas to find trophy fish. If you ever thought of adding tip-ups to your repertoire of angling skills, now […]
7 Best Lakes to Ice Fish near Duluth, Minnesota
Minnesota is indeed the “land of 10,000 lakes.” Although, come winter it turns into the land of 10,000 ice fishing opportunities. Ice fishing has been a major tradition for many in Minnesota and as popularity in the sport increases, so does the challenge of finding your own secret fishing hole. […]
Can You Use a Regular Rod for Ice Fishing
Winter is on its way and with frigid temperatures comes the best part of the season, ice fishing. It’s time to break out the ice fishing gear, sharpen the auger blades and hit the ice. If you are new to ice fishing then you may be wondering what gear […]