Anglers often hear the term “deadsticking” which has gained in popularity in the past few years. It’s basically a passive presentation that requires zero effort but can produce fish when aggressive jigging tactics fail. Here is a primer on deadsticking.
Steve Carney: The fine, icy art of deadsticking Read More »
Hub shacks are an important addition to my ice fishing and they certainly have their time and place. Certain situations on the ice make hub shacks super comfortable, but they also can add hassle and stress.
All manufacturers have made improvements recently, and the changes are awesome. Here are some of my impressions.
Steve Carney: Modern-era hub-shack innovations Read More »
These cold temperatures lately really take a toll on your body, so I advise setting up late and staying fresh for the night bite. Yes, it’s inconvenient and pretty much negates the dinner hour, but you’ve got to take the action at their schedule, not yours.
Steve Carney: Four tips before Minnesota’s inland waters walleye angling ends Feb. 22 Read More »
It’s hard to believe, but I hadn’t until recently fished from inside a wheelhouse.
But finally, I had an opportunity to sample the wheelhouse lifestyle, and I must say, it is unique. A buddy invited me to fish with him from his wheelhouse on a cold, minus-10 evening. When I arrived, it was already set up and we were ready to fish.
Steve Carney: Fishing in comfort, and auger blade screw insurance Read More »
I always try to take a couple of winter trips to Big Stone Lake in western Minnesota because I rate this as one of the best ice-fishing destinations in the Midwest.
I recently returned from one of these outing after having had some success. Here are a few tips if you plan to explore this awesome fishery.
Steve Carney: How to find success on the ice on western Minnesota’s Big Stone Lake Read More »
The ice conditions so far this winter season have been excellent in Minnesota. A lack of snow cover, however, has really made for a crowded day of angling, because those with wheelhouses can essentially go anywhere they want to go.
Steve Carney: Do ATVs attract fish? And an FFS rant Read More »
Most of us fishing guides are pretty busy with our own schedules, but every once in a while, we get together for a day on the ice.
My buddy, an exceptional guide, Brennan Schuette, of rural Hutchinson, recently joined me for a day chasing crappies.
Steve Carney: A showdown of fishing guides on the ice Read More »
We have come a long way with artificial fishing baits, and many of us rarely use live bait anymore for panfishing through the ice.
Plastics come in a variety of styles an colors, and the quality varies. Here are some tips and suggestions to make your plastics work wonders.
Steve Carney: A drop of super glue, and other panfishing tips Read More »
Minnesota’s early ice-fishing season so far has been rather lackluster. I’ve been fishing secondary spots close to shore while unable to get to some of the midlake structure that’s normally preferred.
Fishing near-shore breaklines is fairly easy to figure out, and my basic strategy seems to work. Here’s how I do it.
Steve Carney: Catching fish on the breaks Read More »
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