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How to Keep Your Catch Fresh in a Cooler While Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is one of the most exciting ways to enjoy winter angling, but keeping your catch fresh can be a challenge in freezing conditions. Improper storage can lead to frozen, spoiled, or dehydrated fish. Whether fishing for walleye, perch, …
Chasing Sheefish Beneath the Arctic Ice: A True Winter Adventure
Eight feet of ice, 40-pound sheefish, and time spent among the locals create an unforgettable fishing journey in Alaska’s high Arctic. The Stillness of the Arctic Jigging spoons had been the routine for five hours, drilling through thick ice to …
The Ultimate Tip-Up Setup for Ice Fishing Success
Ice fishing is a winter tradition for many anglers, and tip-ups are one of the most effective ways to catch fish in frozen waters. Whether targeting walleye, northern pike, or perch, setting up a tip-up correctly can mean the difference …
Mastering Walleye Ice Fishing: Tips from a Mille Lacs Expert
Walleye fishing on the ice captivates anglers for two main reasons: some are focused on the reward of bringing a fish from the hole to the pan, while others enjoy the strategic pursuit. Regardless of motivation, walleye remains one of …
Ice Ladles: A Must-Have for Cleaning Ice Fishing Holes?
Ice fishing enthusiasts know the importance of having the right tools for a successful day on the ice. One such tool that often sparks debate is the ice ladle. Some consider it essential, while others feel it’s optional. Let’s dive …
Refining Ice Fishing for Trout: Tips and Techniques for Winter Success
Trout fishing holds a special place in the hearts of anglers. While other species, such as bass and panfish, may boast broader popularity, few inspire the same level of dedication and passion as trout. Trout season is often treated like …
Quebec Anglers Land Massive Atlantic Halibut Through the Ice
Two anglers in Quebec recently landed a colossal Atlantic halibut weighing over 100 pounds during an extraordinary ice-fishing expedition. Rémi and Mathieu Aubin, assisted by two other fishermen, battled for four hours to pull the 109-pound flatfish through the ice, …
Deep Freeze Opens Rare Opportunity to Ice Fish for Striped Bass
A recent deep freeze in the Northeast has provided anglers with an unusual opportunity to target striped bass through the ice. Over the past two weeks, sub-freezing temperatures have locked up tidal rivers and brackish backwaters, creating rare conditions for …
Mastering the Catch: How to Land a Big Fish Through an Ice Fishing Hole Without Breaking the Line
Hooking a big fish while ice fishing is thrilling, but landing it through a small hole without breaking the line can be tricky. Whether it’s a hefty lake trout or a walleye putting up a fight, using the right techniques …
Where to Fish on a Lake When Ice Fishing: Top Spots to Target
Ice fishing offers a thrilling winter experience for anglers, but knowing where to fish on a frozen lake can be the difference between a productive day and a long wait with no bites. While fish behavior changes with dropping temperatures, …
