Ice Fishing Tips

News & Tips: 4 Panfish Ice Baits You Need
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4 Panfish Ice Baits You Need

December 1, 2014
The big profile of the Rapala Jigging Rap and wide, gliding action are the ticket to trophy slabs and jumbo perch.For those of us in the North Country, ice fishing is just around the corner. The…
News & Tips: Hooking Minnows Ice Fishing
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Hooking Minnows Ice Fishing

February 10, 2014
When the going gets tough, ice anglers break out live bait. Minnows are a reliable standby for many species. There are several ways to rig them, depending on the presentation. Here is a run-down of…
News & Tips: Ice Fishing for Lake Trout
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Ice Fishing for Lake Trout

February 7, 2014
If you live in the northern Midwest, then the opportunities for ice fishing on Lake Superior and the surrounding inland lakes are endless. Walleye, salmon, bass and northern pike can all easily be…
Aqua-Vu Micro Bluegills by Aqua-Vu Micro Bluegills
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Discovering Hidden Ice Fishing Hotspots

February 1, 2014
Right now, there's a hidden hot spot in your favorite lake, and most years it never gets touched. "There's this lake I've fished my whole life," says legendary ice angler and guide, Brian "Bro"…
News & Tips: BPS Outdoor World Radio to Feature Bowhunter Jim Ryan Saturday...
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BPS Outdoor World Radio Features Ice Fishing Tips & Fisheries Conservation Feb. 1

January 31, 2014
Winter still has a firm grip on the northern U.S. so why not have a little fun with it by doing some ice fishing?  Bass Pro Shops Director of Conservation, Martin MacDonald. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor…
News & Tips: Ice Fishing Tips: Fishing a New Lake
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Ice Fishing Tips: Fishing a New Lake

January 14, 2014
Ice fishing a new lake heightens the excitement and adventure of catching fish. It's fun to try new spots, and exploring new water increases your proficiency as a hard-water angler. To help you make…
News & Tips: Ice Fishing: Finding Spots to Drill a Hole...
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Ice Fishing: Finding Spots to Drill a Hole

December 20, 2013
Folks who don’t ice fish think that there is nothing more to the sport than going out on the ice, drilling a hole, and catching fish.  That is certainly one way to go about it, but the odds are high…
News & Tips: Perch Ice-Fishing Tips and Strategies
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Perch Ice-Fishing Tips and Strategies

December 13, 2013
Few species rile up ice anglers like yellow perch. When the bite's hot, these schooling fish can deliver days of non-stop action. Yet, nothing's guaranteed when looking for perch, and their roaming…
Kristi Takasaki with a beautiful crappie caught in bright sunshine, but with a glow jig by Kristi Takasaki with a beautiful crappie caught in bright sunshine, but with a glow jig...
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Glow in the Dark Ice Fishing

December 4, 2013
There are many bright ideas for hard water, but there’s one that has been pretty consistent over the years…the use of glow jig colors for low-visibility conditions. Fishing at night or in low-light…