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Metro Area Fishing Report – January 18, 2026 – video
An update on conditions and what we’re seeing on the ice.

New York Fishing Report – January 16-23, 2026
The popular western tributaries of Lake Erie were fishing very well at mid-week as favorable conditions returned.

Illinois’ statewide fishing report on Jan. 16, 2026
Mid-winter bites depend on ice, temps, brush cover. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report across the state on Jan. 16, 2026.

Iowa’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 16, 2026
A look at the Iowa fishing report on Jan. 16, 2026.

Wisconsin’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 16, 2026
Lakes continue to build ice as fishing action keeps rolling. A look at the Wisconsin fishing report across the state on Jan. 16, 2026.

New York’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 15, 2026
Anglers keeping a close eye on ice conditions. Here’s a look at the New York fishing report from across the state on Jan. 15, 2026.

Michigan Fishing Report – January 14, 2026
Some anglers reported catching perch in the shallows here, although those fishing deeper water reported larger average fish sizes as well as higher numbers.

Minnesota’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 14, 2026
Walleye action is up and down; just like the weather. Here’s a look at the Minnesota fishing report across the state on Jan. 14, 2026.

Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – January 13, 2026
Most fishing activity is taking place in 25 to 31 feet of water. A two-rod setup continues to shine: work an active jigging line to draw fish in and trigger aggressive walleyes, while running a