
Some keys to ice fishing success
Unique ways to work fish and the equipment you’ll need to get the job done. And where to find the fish?

Unique ways to work fish and the equipment you’ll need to get the job done. And where to find the fish?

When to use a bobber on the hard water, and keys for correctly setting up a bobber system for panfish and walleyes.

Glo lures – do they work? Yes, under certain circumstances. Here’s what you need to know to best take advantage of these hard-water lures.

Small spoons tipped with plastics, worms, or minnow heads and tails will attract more perch, crappies, and sunfish thus boosting your odds of catching more fish.

Minnesota takes the lead in trying to increase the number of big panfish swimming its freshwater lakes.

As we kick off a new decade, it’s remarkable to look back and see how dramatically and quickly ice fishing has changed.

Not marking fish despite working a prime location? Try using flashy spoons or rattle baits to entice more fish into your icy zone.

Know which jigging to employ when and you’ll reel in more walleyes and panfish this hard-water season.

Tony Roach is an avid hole hopper when he goes out ice fishing. He shows Outdoor News what gear he takes and why he takes so little on the lake.
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