We have encountered a lot of snow and slush on the ice across many areas of the Midwest this winter of 2022. Compared to the last couple of winters, this winter, in particular, has been […]
Ice fishing for inland trout is extremely popular and insanely fun. When we look at classic trout water, we often think of the western mountain states like Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, or Utah but there […]
The more that I learn about ice fishing, the more I learn that I have a lot more to learn about ice fishing. And I’m okay with that. When an angler starts to think they […]
It’s been a few years, but I’ve always been a big fan of full-moon fall trolling on the big lakes. What thermocline may have kept bait and ‘eyes out deeper all summer, gave way to […]
The cold temperatures are settling in, and the visions of open water fishing are coming to a close. Ice anglers all over the upper Midwest have already taken to the early ice in pursuit of […]
For a person with fishing in their bones, it is exciting to bundle up against the frigid cold, lug heavy gear across a frozen lake in below-freezing, windy weather, to sit on an upturned bucket, […]
Northern pike are one of the greatest fish to chase during the winter months. They stay active all winter long, they fight aggressively, and they can grow as long as two feet and weigh as […]
As the ice on lakes and ponds gets thicker across the ice fishing belt, our ice-fishing tactics should change for more ice fishing success. Early in the year, when the ice was thin, a more […]
Boy oh boy what a change: When the new year started a couple of months ago we were looking at a very mild winter. The ice wasn’t as thick as it usually is at that […]
In smaller, shallower lakes, crappies are typically located and caught throughout much of the winter season over main-lake basins. In large, deep lakes, however, they tend to avoid the deepest areas and use flats, humps […]
The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. In my part of the world, this year March came in like a very serious lion. If the “In like a Lion, out like […]
The Landing Net It’s another “in be-tween” season. Ice fishing is winding down. But lakes are not “Ice free” yet. Walleye season is closing down (except for Pymatuning) at midnight March 14thso tail waters and […]
Ice fishing has come a long way in recent years, with advancements in tackle and tactics helping anglers across the Ice Belt catch more fish and have more fun. To help you put more fish […]
Mille Lacs is hard to beat when it comes to a fishery that provides endless opportunities to catch multiple species, and of quality size too. “Minnesota Gold”, better known as walleye is undoubtedly the hot […]
Few feelings in ice fishing are as frustrating as the disappointment of spotting fish on sonar—then watching them swim away before your lure reaches the strike zone. Thankfully, you can put an end to these […]
After a busy week of fishing and media interviews on the ice, the eight-member Women Ice Angler Project (WIAP) team welcomed more than 35 ladies from across the country for a meet and greet and […]
GREAT ICE FISHING & TV SEASON IS HERE! The ice fishing season is off to a torrid start across the Midwest with reports coming in from lots of places indicating outstanding fishing action so far […]
There are a few concepts for ice-fishing that are really good starting points. If you’ll practice these concepts, with minor revisions every time out, you’ll be more successful on the ice this ice-fishing season. In […]
While fluorocarbon’s been available for decades, anglers are just now taking note of its superiority for ice fishing My thoughts often turn wistful when I step onto a frozen lake these days. It’s not that […]
Ice-anglers have a good number of different baits and bait styles available to them. One of the most popular and effective bait styles for ice-fishing is spoons. Look in the tacklebox of almost any angler […]
I was at an ice-fishing Open House at a retail tackle shop recently. There some anglers there who had been looking at a long range weather forecast. According to this forecast, cold weather is headed […]
Ice fishing might not be a winter activity that first comes to mind to many Ohioans, but opportunities do exist to enjoy quality fishing on some of Ohio’s reservoirs this winter. While relatively short and […]
The final weeks of ice fishing season often produce some of the fastest action we’ve seen all winter. Days are getting longer, temperatures are warmer and meltwater seeping into the lakes rejuvenates the fish […]
One of the secrets to late-season ice fishing success is being able to attract fish from greater distances than we did earlier in the winter. While you can often use a large, flashy lure to […]
Ice fishing opportunities abound in New York State. Winter anglers catch a variety of fish; primarily perch, sunfish, pickerel, northern pike and walleye. In addition, many waters throughout New York State are open to fishing […]
Several factors were taken into consideration in making the decision of postponing the event, which was discussed by a group of people, and receiving input from others on the professional ice fishing end of things. […]
Talk about trends in ice fishing, no one’s sees the big picture quite like Brian “Bro” Brosdahl. From November through February, the legendary Bro and his wonderful wife, Heather, embark on an ice fishing tour […]
We’re entering the mid-winter ice-fishing season. Ice-fishing this time of year can be productive, but it can also be challenging. If we have answers for those challenges, we can be successful at catching fish through […]
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HT Enterprises Inc. has been producing and marketing a full line of premium quality outdoor products since the early 1970’s. HT’s product line began with the industry’s most comprehensive line of ice tackle, including the first […]
If the ice-fishing season was like a football or basketball game, we would be at about halftime. We’ve had a good amount of ice-fishing so far, but there’s still a lot of outstanding ice-fishing opportunities […]
The Custom Jigs & Spins Slender Spoon took top honors, including bring in my 198th fish state award. I used 3 Custom Jigs lures – Glo Pro Slender Spoon, Demon and Rocker. No bait was […]
I went ice-fishing for the first time of the season a few days ago. It was a good trip even though the fish chose not to participate as much as we would have liked. We […]
There was a skim of ice on the pond this morning which served as a good reminder that ice-fishing is getting closer all the time. While we’re probably still a couple of weeks away from […]
HT Enterprises Inc. has been producing and marketing a full line of premium quality outdoor products since the early 1970’s. HT’s product line began with the industry’s most comprehensive line of ice tackle, including the first […]
Recent years have witnessed explosive growth in our understanding of the hardwater walleye. As more anglers tread familiar and exotic walleye waters, our repertoire of productive techniques for everyone’s favorite Perciformes has expanded rapidly. Gone […]
Across the ice-belt there are several species of fish that anglers have the opportunity to catch from under the ice. Walleyes, northern pike, perch, crappies and other types of panfish, smallmouth and largemouth bass and […]
Bass, walleye, perch, crappie over rock, weeds, sand etc. all may need a different ice jig choice for your day on the ice to be successful. Clam Corp has a ice jig for every occasion […]
Amidst the focus on jigging and mobility over recent years, some proven strategies have been lost in the icy shuffle. Like tip-up fishing, which has consistently produced fish and forced guys into head-to-head 50-yard dash […]
We are almost at the end of the open water season. Ice fishing likely in full swing come January. Late fall open water almost always goes out with a bang, and this November and early […]
With the ice-fishing season upon us, now is good time for some reminders about improving your chances for success through the ice. Following are some of those reminders. Just as in open water fishing, probably […]
There was a skim of ice on the pond this morning which served as a good reminder that ice-fishing is getting closer all the time. While we’re probably still a couple of weeks away from […]
Where has, the fall gone, we have gone from late summer conditions straight into the winter weather. We fishermen truly enjoy our fall fishing and are missing out on it this year, but what is […]
Ice is forming fast. And as ice anglers this is what we live for. As you take inventory and gear up, take a look at all of the new and exciting products from Clam Outdoors. […]
Clam Pro Tackle is serving up a new jig that will have the perch and panfish anglers chomping at the bit. The Dropper Spoon is the ultimate mini-lure for catching the biggest panfish in the […]
Phantom Lures, widely known for its design and manufacture of high quality, proven baits is pleased to introduce the arrival of the Tilly, a new walleye catcher that has the versatility to tackle a wide […]
Anglers await the arrival of the first ice of winter with great anticipation. The short-lived first ice bite is classically one of the best of the winter, with active fish still found in near-shore, oxygen-rich […]
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Clam Corporation has a rich history. The ice fishing industry has grown by leaps and bounds over the last few decades and we’re proud to be one of the most integral parts of the sport […]
It is really time for ice fishing seminars? Heck yes. Join us in mid November, thinking there won’t be much ice and people might want to come down and learn some tips and techniques to […]
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