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Fishing a cold front – Video
Some helpful tips for preparing to fish amid a cold front.

Pro Tip of the Week: Cold weather and water requires a downsizing
Smaller baits and deadsticks are going to be your best options.


Underwater cameras have a place in ice angling
Dropping the camera down for about 5 minutes can tell you everything you need to know. Many times you will actually see game fish on the screen – another bonus.

Last-chance ice
Winter comes early and stays late here and we are typically fortunate to have a long ice fishing season.

Catfish fish fry: How to cook channel catfish – Video
Here’s how I like to cook my channel catfish. There are several different kinds of batter you can use, so feel free to use your favorite.

Midwinter panfish tips – Video
Larry Hanson Outdoors shares a couple tips to catch more panfish as the season progresses and fish start to get more finicky! You can start by going to lighter line and also trying smaller lighter
Pro Tip of the Week: Clear water? Don’t scare them off with thick setlines
Instead, go stealthy with a lengthy stretch of fluorocarbon.

Tip-up tricks to catch the biggest pike
There is an adage that big baits often catch big fish, and that holds true with pike.