The early-season walleye bite is fast, shallow, and aggressive. Use these tactics to make the most of first ice. After months of anticipation, first ice is finally here! And there may be no better ...

A close call on thin ice—this view highlights the importance of early ice caution and preparedness. | dreamstime.com | Fedbul | 202767305 After putting away your boat for the winter, many anglers ...

For many people across the Midwest who like to fish, we’re in that “in-between” season. Although open-water fishing can still be very good, many anglers don’t participate in it. With no ice yet, we’re ...

It was still dark when my fishing partner and I pulled into the parking lot at Geano Beach Bar and Grill in Green Bay. The temperatures were nearing in the single digits, and the wind chill made us ...

Like any style of fishing, ice fishing definitely has a learning curve. Even as an avid fly and spin fisherman with loads of diverse experience, my first time stepping out onto the ice was ...

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The middle part of the ice fishing season will soon be here. There are things we do in the middle of the season that we don’t do earlier in the year. For more fishing success in the next few weeks, ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more An ice fishing rod may seem like a simple device, but not every ice fishing rod is ...

Whether it’s your first time out on the hard water or the hundredth, a good ice fishing reel is one of the most important pieces of gear. There are a bunch of options out there—from inline to spinning ...