Tag: Ice Fishing

Jason Mitchell Talks Ice Fishing for Largemouth


ice fishing for bass

“We’re gonna need a bigger hole.” That’s a common thought when ice fishermen land on a productive spot populated by largemouth bass–many of which will barely fit through the drilled opening. Even moderate-size bass offer an engaging diversion from the usual mix of panfish, perch, walleye, and pike. That being said, North Dakota […]

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6 Steps to Cover All Your Ice Fishing Prep Needs


ice fishing prep

One of my all-time favorite parts of the year is here: the season of ice fishing. If you haven’t ice fished before, it’s an experience that is often hard to put into words. There’s an excitement factor mixed perfectly with a peaceful element. Then there’s this feeling of camaraderie with you and your buddies while […]

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The Wilcraft: A Mobile, All-Season Ice Fishing Shelter


Wilcraft

As much as we enjoy ice fishing, it does have some faults. The main one is the difficulty of changing spots once you’ve gotten settled, especially if you’re using a permanent ice shelter. Then there’s the safety factor. Every angler has concerns about going through the ice in the dead of winter. Well, one Minnesota […]

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Angler Discovers Shipwreck While Fishing Crystal-Clear Ice of Lake Superior


Ice Fishing Shipwreck

The Great Lakes offer some of the best freshwater fishing in the country, as anglers flock to these waters in waves to target a huge variety of species that can be caught year-round. In fact, this part of the country is home to some of the most popular ice fishing honey holes, at least in […]

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These Are the Three (Hilarious) Types of Ice Fishermen You’ll Most Likely Encounter


Types of Ice Fishermen

In many parts of the country, the temperatures are dropping, and the lakes and rivers are already starting to freeze up. If you haven’t already thought about heading out for some ice fishing, odds are you’ll be thinking about it soon. And we’ve got just the thing to help set the mood for hardwater angling […]

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Effective and Affordable Duck Hunting Gear Sets for Anyone on a Budget

Gabriela Zaldumbide
small duck hunting setup

Birds have been my favorite animals for years. However, I had never really hunted them before until this fall. That all changed after attending the Academy Sports + Outdoors Cast and Blast event this season when I went on my first duck hunt ever. In the past, I’ve woken up in the wee hours of […]

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