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Anglers able to take advantage of icing bass opportunities enjoy a frequently overlooked winter adventure.
Anglers able to take advantage of icing bass opportunities enjoy a frequently overlooked winter adventure.
The process of mak­ing an opening in the ice seems to create a black hole that magically sucks things away.
Anglers able to take advantage of icing bass opportunities enjoy a frequently overlooked winter adventure.
Anglers able to take advantage of icing bass opportunities enjoy a frequently overlooked winter adventure.
The process of mak­ing an opening in the ice seems to create a black hole that magically sucks things away.
Discover how to cook hot, satisfying meals on your ice fishing heater and stay warm with these simple, hassle-free tips.
Target burbot during the open-water season, using tactics and locations that work beyond the ice-fishing months.
If you're ready to boost your walleye and panfish hooking percentages, you gotta sink to their level. Here's how.
Most of the biggest winter predator fish I’ve seen — lake trout, walleye, and pike — were pulled through a hole in the ice.
Crucial lessons from close calls on thin ice—what near disasters teach us about caution, preparation, and staying safe outdoors.
Knowing your lake type is key to staying on walleye during the hard-water season and consistently finding fish under the ice.