Tag Archives: ice fishing tips

The Art of Ice Fishing Rod Selection, a Guide

January 9, 2024 | 🪝 Gear | Baitshop Kevin

Choosing the perfect ice fishing rod can be a challenge due to the abundance of sophisticated options. To make an informed decision, consider your target species, rod power, and fishing techniques. This guide breaks down key factors to help you …

Choosing the Right Ice Fishing Line: Types and Tips

December 29, 2023 | 🪝 Gear | Baitshop Rob

Ice fishing demands precision in gear selection, and the choice of fishing line is no exception. Minnesota-based guide Tony Roach provides insights into the three main ice fishing line options and when to use each, along with tips to reduce …

8 Great Tips to Get Started Ice Fishing

November 30, 2023 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

Dive into ice fishing with essential tips covering safety, gear, and techniques for catching walleye, crappie, perch, pike, trout, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, follow these key points: 1. Ice Fishing Basics: Safety …

Generic’s Retractable Ice Awls, is the Ice Pick Kit You Need this Winter

October 31, 2023 | 🪝 Featured | Baitshop Rob

The Retractable Ice Awls and Ice Picks Kit by Generic is an essential tool for anyone engaging in winter activities such as ice fishing, skating, or walking on ice. With its practical design and affordable price, this safety accessory offers …

Important Ice Safety Tips Ahead of Ice Fishing Season

October 16, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing Environment Safety | Baitshop Brandy

As winter approaches and temperatures drop, ice fishing enthusiasts are gearing up for the upcoming season. However, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is issuing important ice safety reminders to ensure that everyone can enjoy this winter pastime safely. …

The Fish are Huge in this Early Ice Fishing Video

January 4, 2023 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

Now that winter is in full swing ice can be found all over the country, and the anglers in this video found some big fish in their neck of the woods. Watch all the action below as they hook some …

How to Set Up Your Ice Fishing Sled the Right Way

December 9, 2022 | 🪝 Featured | Baitshop Sarah

Winter is nearly upon is and with it comes the opportunity to go ice fishing. While many anglers have all the necessary gear, transporting across the it can be hard. Learn how to get all your gear to the fishing …

South Dakota’s Early Season Ice Fishing is Solid

November 30, 2022 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

A couple of anglers headed out to South Dakota recently for some ice fishing and were ready to land some big walleye. Check out all the action below in this epic video. Did you see all that action these anglers …

Ice Angler Safe After Shanty is Blown Across Michigan Bay

March 9, 2022 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

Three anglers are safe after their homemade ice shanty was blown about one mile across a Michigan bay by 50 mph winds. A caller phoned Huron County dispatch after seeing people struggling with a shanty on the ice on Saginaw …

Ice Fishing at Lake Simcoe with Amazing Under Water Views

January 19, 2022 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

Lake Simcoe in Ontario is a bountiful spot for ice fishing especially when it comes to perch. Check out this video and see some under the ice footage of big perch strikes. Did you see how many perch were just …