For nearly half the year, ice fishing in the north country is a simple fact of life—like taxes, death, and mischief—except immeasurably more enjoyable once you work through the “mischief” of staying ...

Which ice fishing flasher is best? When you’re fishing through solid ice, it can be nearly impossible to see what’s happening in the water. That’s why novice and experienced ice anglers alike use ice ...

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The recent cold weather has been very welcome for those of us that like to ice fish. We have had a mild winter, so the ice thickness on many of our favorite fishing lakes has been marginal. My ...

Ice anglers would be lost without electronics, but many misunderstand exactly how much of the water their particular transducer can show them. Different transducers have different cone angles, which ...

In a world where fish seem to possess a sixth sense for eluding even the most seasoned anglers, the best portable fish finders make it easier than ever to get something on the line. Designed to go ...

Shallow lakes and protected bays often give ice anglers the first chance to get on the ice. But especially at early ice, be extra careful. | Joe Shead If you're an ice fishing fan like me, no doubt ...