Ice Fishing

Dave Genz Drop-Kick

Time to go to a legend to improve your ice fishing success. The Drop-Kick was designed by Mr. Dave Genz to be the perfect cadence jig. It features a 90-degree XL hook with a larger […]

Who loves using a tip-up
Ice Fishing

Ultimate Tip Up

Ultimate Tip Up is a product of Konitzer Manufacturing LLC. This is a father/son business that was started after they developed tip ups for their own use. These tip ups were developed with only one […]

SECRETS OF THE ICE HUNTERS
Ice Fishing

SECRETS OF THE ICE HUNTERS: VOLUME 5

Ever caught an eight-pound walleye, 10-pound lake trout and 20-pound pike in a single ice-fishing season? Jeff Gussy Gustafson often does. As a professional touring bass pro and host of Fishing with Gussy TV, Gustafson […]

ICE FISHING THIS SEASON
Ice Fishing

ICE FISHING THIS SEASON

Anglers are on the ice in many areas of the Midwest.  Following are some considerations for better ice fishing this season. Be safe on the ice.  Even if you see other people out there, keep […]

Jigging Cadence Tip
Ice Fishing

Jigging Cadence Tip (Video)

We all know Team Northland® Pro Brian Brosdahl puts some monster panfish on ice. Jigging cadence has a lot to do with his success. On finicky panfish especially crappies, using your electronics to interpret how […]

Tom's Tips-TIP-UP MARKERS
Ice Fishing

Tom’s Tips: TIP-UP MARKERS

I’m always surprised how few tip-up anglers have heard about or use tip-up markers. They’re simply a telescopic fiberglass stake used to make identifying the exact location of your tip-ups easier, and they’re especially nice […]

The Power Of Plastic For Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing

The Power Of Plastic For Ice Fishing

Natural baits like minnows and waxworms have been a staple of ice anglers for generations. In recent winters, however, artificial softbaits for ice fishing have risen from the realm of potential alternatives to become the […]

A Detailed Guide On How to Know When Ice is Safe
Ice Fishing

A Detailed Guide On How to Know When Ice is Safe

wikiHow is the source to this very informative article for adventuring on iced over lakes, ponds and river. (Link to there main page http://www.wikihow.com/Main-Page) Walking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing (with or without a car), cross-country […]

Power Fishing For Early Season Walleyes
Ice Fishing

Power Fishing For Early Season Walleyes

The magical first-ice period presents a unique opportunity for anglers to target hungry, active walleyes that in most cases haven’t seen serious fishing pressure in several months. And that opens the door for one of […]

The Fish Well From Clam
Ice Fishing

The Fish Well From Clam

If you’re tired of trying to fillet frozen or slimy fish, the NEW Clam FISH-WELL is for you! Instead of tossing your freshly caught fish outside in freezing temperatures, put them in the FISH-WELL. All […]

CLAM - BACK COUNTRY PANFISH
Ice Fishing

CLAM – BACK COUNTRY PANFISH

As I go through my gear list for a day of fishing in the back country, there are a few extra things to consider. This particular chunk of wilderness allows no motors (including power augers), […]

Finding Hard Bottom by Vexilar
Ice Fishing

Finding Hard Bottom by Vexilar

One of the things that can be key to finding fish is identifying the bottom content. Certain fish prefer certain types of bottoms at certain times. Which fish prefer what type when will be left up to […]

TIP-UP TIP FROM TOM- SECURING HOOKS
Ice Fishing

TIP-UP TIP FROM TOM- SECURING HOOKS

Securing rigs and hooks on tip-ups, especially classic “underwater” styles like HT’s Polar, can be challenging. While no method is perfect, I’ve found stretching a heavy duty rubber band around the frame opposite the spool […]

HT'S NEW LITTLE JIGGER 2 IN 1 TIP-DOWN
Ice Fishing

HT’S NEW LITTLE JIGGER 2 IN 1 TIP-DOWN

HT ENTERPRISES, INC., continues to grow their revolutionary line-up of premium ice tackle with an all-new innovation:  The Little Jigger 2 in 1 Tip-Down. Like any premium tip-down, this deluxe system offers a delicately balanced […]