For Mark Zona, smallmouth bass fishing isn’t a hobby, or even a passion—it’s an affliction. If you think a little bit of cold weather, or even a thin layer of ice, is going to keep him and his Nitro…
Most fish are lost back down the hole by ice fishermen due to a lack of preparation. Here are five set up tips to help you be prepared for ice fishing success:
When you first get on the ice and auger…
We finally have good ice across Minnesota and beyond and this early ice is a wonderful time to find some serious crappie action. Crappie can become quite predictable in natural lakes if you know…
If you want to catch more bass, learn to hunt for them in areas of the lake where trees have fallen into the water.
Trees that are visible above the water can offer big clues to whether the structure…
Winter can be a great time to catch crappie. Sure, it can be cold out there, but if you dress for the weather and keep safety in mind while fishing, you could be enjoying a plate full of fried fish…
In a trance brought on by the warm glow of my Netflix queue, I began to wonder: how did our ancestors survive these long winter months? Short, frosty days that fade into cold, relentless nights can…
The best time to start scouting for next deer season is immediately after the previous season ends.
It’s a perfect opportunity to find and explore the dense thickets that bucks call home without fear…
Easing slowly through the hardwood river bottom, I froze mid-step. The bark of a scolding squirrel rang out from the treetops. Scanning the woods around me, I finally spotted him—halfway up a nearby…
Hang around any hunting camp long enough and you’re likely to catch wind of a heated debate: which is more effective, fixed-blade or mechanical broadheads?
Some hunters opt for the traditional…
The arrival of ice on your favorite lakes and ponds does not mean that you should store away your fly box for the winter. Ice fishing tackle is inundated with tiny jigs in every shape and color…
Get your sled packed and start your auger—it’s time to hit the hard water and go ice fishing.
At first ice, you’ll find the fish relaxed and concentrated on prime spots. They’ll be eager to bite as…
Don’t wait until spring to go crappie fishing. Great fishing is out there right now!
In winter, the structure with the most potential will be relatively deep, depending on the location of the…
