Tip-Ups for Ice Fishing: Setup and Tactics
Tip ups for ice fishing let you fish a bait passively while you jig somewhere else, and running a small spread of them is one of the most effective ways…
Ice Fishing
Sheet 06. Augers, shelters, bibs and lure choice for hard water. Published ahead of first ice and updated each fall.
Ice Augers: Hand vs Gas vs Electric
An ice auger is the tool that turns solid ice into a fishable hole, and choosing between a hand, gas, propane or electric model shapes almost everything else about your…
Ice Fishing Rods: How to Choose the Right One
An ice fishing rod looks nothing like the rod in your summer tackle box, and picking the wrong one is the fastest way to miss bites all winter. The right…
Ice Fishing Lures and Jigs: What to Tie On
Ice fishing lures fall into a handful of categories, and picking the right one for the depth, species, and mood of the fish in front of you matters more than…
Ice Fishing Gear: What You Actually Need
Ice fishing gear breaks down into a short list of essentials and a longer list of nice-to-haves, and knowing which is which saves you from buying things you will never…
Ice Fishing for Beginners: Safety, Setup and Your First Trip
Ice fishing for beginners comes down to three things: safe ice, a short list of the right gear, and knowing where to drop a line. This guide covers ice fishing…
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