
Lake Mille Lacs Fishing Report – Feb. 4, 2020 [Video]
Tony Roach discusses current conditions around the lake, and tells us where they are marking fish.
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Tony Roach discusses current conditions around the lake, and tells us where they are marking fish.

The bite for most fish species is about how one should expect it this time of year, with walleye action best on the bigger, more traditional walleye lakes rather than most small fisheries.

Ice thickness varies depending on the fishery, but for the most part, ice remains iffy in spots across the state. But if you can find good ice, you’ll likely find good fishing.

Scott Brauer says we are still growing ice around the state, and drops some knowledge about how to fish “first ice” in February.

— Video Courtesy of Tod Todd, Ice Team Member

A 9.8-pound walleye was caught by an ice fisherman in late January, but otherwise the ice has been unsteady and somewhat unproductive. Small jigs under a float tipped with live bait or plastics are taking

It’s been a frustrating season for ice anglers, and that is continuing to be the case, with weather warm-ups making for sketchy ice conditions in most areas of the state.

Crappie and bluegill reports have been the most consistent, but that seems to be what the majority of anglers are targeting. Walleye action is limited to low-light periods and most good bites involve tip-ups and

Kevan Paul reports on the fishing in north-central Iowa, the ice conditions around the area and how to fix a loop in your line.
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