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Bobbers to Use When Fishing in the Snow: Stay Hooked in Cold Conditions
Fishing in the snow presents unique challenges, but the right bobber can make all the difference in detecting bites in cold water. Whether ice fishing or casting in snowy conditions, selecting the best bobber ensures better visibility, accuracy, and success. …
Winter Open-Water Fishing Tips
During winters with minimal ice fishing opportunities, open-water fishing offers an alternative for targeting species like bass, crappies, and bluegills. Despite the challenges posed by cold weather, slippery terrain, and lethargic fish, strategic approaches can lead to successful outings and …
Picking the Right Sunglasses for Winter Fishing
When it comes to fishing, having the right gear can make all the difference, and that includes a good pair of sunglasses. Winter fishing presents unique challenges, from low-angle sunlight to glare off the water, making the choice of sunglasses …
Avoiding Common Winter Fishing Mistakes: Tips for Success
Fishing open water during the cold months can be challenging, but by avoiding these common mistakes, anglers can significantly improve their chances of success. Preparation and understanding fish behavior are key to making the most of winter fishing opportunities. Moving …
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 …
Winter Fishing and the Full Moon: Insights and Tips for Anglers
The full moon has long intrigued anglers, often viewed as both a spectacle and a potential disruptor of fishing success. In winter, the effects of the full moon on fishing are particularly noticeable. With trout less active in cold temperatures, …
Beyond the Usual Catch: Surprising Species to Target While Ice Fishing
Walleyes, crappies, and pike dominate the spotlight, but lesser-known species like burbot, sturgeon, and whitefish provide some of the most exciting winter fishing experiences. BURBOT: The Bottom-Dwelling Brawler Known by many names—eelpout, lawyer, and lingcod—burbot are often dismissed by anglers …
Mastering Winter Bass Power Fishing: Techniques and Tips for Success
Power fishing has long been a favored method for targeting bass. This fast-paced style involves covering large swaths of water with moving baits, often in shallow areas. During winter, when water temperatures drop, big largemouth and spotted bass tend to …
Winter Fly Fishing Tips for Trout Success
Winter fly fishing presents a unique set of challenges, but those who venture out despite the cold can find rewarding experiences on the water. While fishing activity slows during the colder months, trout remain catchable for anglers willing to adapt …
Winter Fly Fishing: Embracing the Challenge and the Reward
Braving a winter morning at 4:30 a.m. with temperatures dipping to 22 degrees may seem extreme to many anglers. Despite the biting cold, a forecast promising no wind offered a rare opportunity for a winter fly fishing adventure. While most …
