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Zebra mussel larvae found in Lake of the Woods
No adult or juvenile zebra mussels reported, but number of larvae substantial.
When you have an appetite for more than eater-sized walleyes [video]
There’s nothing wrong with cashing in on some eater-sized walleye, but if you want to consistently target larger walters, you need to change up your overall strategy. Check out this video from the folks at Angling Buzz for ways to upsize your presentation and catch bigger walleyes as a result. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, How To’s, Walleye, Walleye Videos Tags: Angling Buzz,…
Where invasive walleyes are truly golden [video]
A bounty on walleyes? In addition to the possibility of catching a $1,000 fish, through an incentives program meant to weed out invasive walleyes here, each non-tagged walleye head turned in enters anglers into a monthly drawing for 10 $100 cash prizes. Read about it here. Categories: Fishing, News, Walleye, Walleye Videos Tags: Walleyes
Mastering the art of rip-jigging for walleyes – from the master [video]
Al Lindner is arguably one of the best anglers alive at ripping jigs and plastics for walleyes. In this video from the folks at Angling Buzz, he explains what you need to know master the art of rip-jigging. Check it out below. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Tips, How To’s, Illinois Videos, Michigan Videos, Minnesota Videos, New York Videos, Ohio Videos,…
Angling Buzz: Cracking the fishing rod code [video]
Making sure you’re geared up with the right rod for the presentation can make a huge difference in how you perform on the water. The folks at Angling Buzz share a quick hack that can help less-experienced anglers find the perfect rod (length/power/action) for any technique. Check out the video below for more. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Tips, Illinois Videos,…
Angling Buzz: Choosing crankbait colors – day vs. night [video]
When it comes to crankbait colors, the difference between daytime and nighttime selections can be as different as, well, day and night. The folks at Angling Buzz explain. One tip: Be ready to have a plethora of colors on hand. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Tips, How To’s, Illinois Videos, Michigan Videos, Minnesota Videos, New York Videos, News, Ohio Videos, Pennsylvania…
Angling Buzz: How long should you fish one spot? [video]
There’s no way around it – our minds spin in circles when the fish aren’t snapping. Are the fish gone? Should I change baits? Do I need to fish slower? Should I change spots? There’s a lot of factors at play, which can make the decision a whole lot tougher. In this video, Joel Nelson and Angling Buzz share a…
Angling Buzz: The great line debate – mono vs. fluoro vs. braid [video]
What’s the best fishing line? Monofilament? Fluorocarbon? Braided line? For beginners, this can be a daunting, confusing subject. Each line type has it’s own unique characteristics – floating/sinking, stretchiness, abrasion resistance, opacity, etc. Yes, there’s a lot to consider, and the folks at Angling Buzz tackle the subject in their most recent video. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, Illinois Videos, Michigan Videos, Minnesota Videos,…
Angling Buzz: Tips and tactics for topwater muskies [video]
Topwater muskie fishing can provide some of the most exciting moments in freshwater fishing. Problem is, most folks don’t understand just how many applications there are for topwater fishing, including finesse situations and when the water is very cold. Check out this video from Angling Buzz that will get your heart racing. Categories: Fishing, Fishing, How To’s, Minnesota Videos, News Tags:…
Angling Buzz: spawning muskies [video]
It’s that time of year again in the north country – muskies are spawning in the shallows. Check out this footage from Angling Buzz and Bill Lindner, shot on a prototype Aqua-Vu camera. Categories: Fishing, Minnesota Videos, News Tags: Angling Buzz, Bill Lindner, Muskies, Spawning
Lake Nokomis fish struggle in overflow [video]
According to a Twitter post by J.D. Burton, “Large muskies swept out of Lake Nokomis by the floods are now struggling on the running path. They’re too big and the overflow is too shallow for them to get back.” Below, a video by Burton, accompanying the Twitter post, shows the fish churning in the shallow water. Later, officials there reportedly…
Angling Buzz: catching and eating fish – and tackle and gear for the job [video]
As much as we promote catch-and-release, we also love to eat a few fish every now and then. Here’s a quick list of gear that will be helpful in your next “catch and cook,” with items ranging from retractable rulers and fillet knifes to the products required to actually get ’em in the boat. — Angling Buzz Categories: Fishing, Illinois Videos,…
Doing the Minnesota fishing opener [video]
It marks the day fishing can begin for walleye, northern pike and trout in lakes. Out of the 1.4 million licensed anglers in Minnesota, about half a million will take part in the tradition of the opener, which this year falls on Saturday, May 11.
Angling Buzz: Fishing gear to prepare for the season [video]
Still getting prepped for the open-water season? These products can help you prepare for a successful year on the water with tools/accessories for your boat as well as a few top lure choices for the early spring bite. — Angling Buzz Categories: Fishing, Minnesota Videos, News, Wisconsin Videos Tags: Angling Buzz, Fishing
‘That is what fishing is all about’ [video]
When you catch the fish of a lifetime but then your dad instincts kick in … Check out this heartfelt video – here posted by VTRND via ViralHog – of a father helping his young son catch the fish of a lifetime. It’s making the rounds on social media, with Facebook views, likes, shares and comments galore, including this one on…
St. Croix River sturgeon is largest documented fish ever caught in Minnesota [video]
Darren Troseth caught a lake sturgeon measuring 78 inches (and 29.5 inches around) and weighing an estimated 120 pounds Feb. 9 while fishing on the St. Croix River near Bayport.
Ice fishing boom 2019: Using Garmin’s Panoptix and LiveScope technology [video]
Garmin’s Panoptix ice bundle has been a hot product in the ice market this winter as it offers a powerful combination of sonar technology and high-def mapping. The unit comes with a traditional ice fishing transducer with float and an adjustable narrow beam angle (8 to 16 degrees) for great target separation when viewed as a flasher or traditional LCD…
Pursuing toothy predators in the urban jungle [video]
Chasing monster northern pike across the Twin Cities metro area produces prime New Year’s hard-water action.
Anticipating and successfully fishing during autumn lake turnover season [video]
North country lakes will begin experiencing turnover in coming weeks, but you still can enjoy quality fall angling before, during, and after this annual period.
Al Lindner on Junior Pro Team: ‘This is time well spent’ [video]
Fishing/outdoors icon lauds effort to get kids into the outdoors.
Governor debate highlights final weekend of Game Fair [videos]
Tim Walz and Jeff Johnson share their views on hot topics concerning the outdoors and conservation.
Wisconsin DNR: Lake Michigan stocking plan paying off for anglers [video]
The Lake Michigan stocking strategy was developed over more than two years with discussion and input from more than 500 anglers, business owners and other stakeholders.
Bolstering rare captive trout brood stock – through ‘cryopreservation’
For rare, native trout, “it’s like backing up your data. You store off-site what’s precious, and we’re confident that this is good for Apache trout conservation.”
Urban Series: Fly-fishing Minneapolis [video]
This short film from The Element shows that good fishing doesn’t always have to be in remote or exotic locales. Some of the best is close to home. Categories: Fishing, Minnesota Videos, News Tags: Fly fishing
Finding fishing success from a kayak [video]
Join Wisconsin Outdoor News’ Kristen Monroe as she fishes a bass kayak tournament and talks with those in the know on the subject. A word from the wise: With less range, kayak anglers have to make their decisions right off the bat. Categories: Bass, Bass Videos, Blog Content, Fishing, Fishing, How To’s, Wisconsin – Kristen Monroe, Wisconsin Videos Tags: Bass, Fishing,…
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