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 […]

Lake trout are a staple among avid ice anglers for their beauty, size and delicious meat.  Every year thousands of anglers target lakers through the ice hoping for their chance to catch a trophy. Most of us grab our jigging rods and drop down flashy spoons and minnow mimics.  Yet, […]

Anytime is a good time for fishing.  Although, I’ve often wondered if there is an ideal time to catch the most fish while ice fishing.  You always hear that fishing is better around sunrise and sunset but does that apply to ice fishing as well? For those of us who […]

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 […]