For years, ice anglers were told they had to downsize to catch fish. Fish are cold blooded and their metabolism slows in winter, so we need to use tiny lures to catch these fickle feeders, we thought.

Ice fishing is a thrill unlike almost any other outdoor pursuit. There is something both exciting and humble about walking on ...

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Minnesota's sprawling Red Lake is a true walleye factory and a top ice fishing destination. Every winter, thousands of walleye anglers pour onto Upper Red for good reason. But if you don’t follow the ...

Personal best ice fishing crappie! Catching a giant slab crappie for a new personal record. IRS issues Christmas warning to millions of Americans Mark Kelly says this 'exciting' scientific find raises ...

Ice fishing season is just around the corner! To maximize your ability to find fish once the lakes skim over, it's a good idea to get on the soft water one more time to do a little scouting. You can ...

I look forward to fall fishing for a variety of reasons — the crisp weather, colorful surroundings, and unique seasonal fishing scenarios. Near the top of the list: fall crappie. As water temperatures ...

Wintertime fishing on Bald Eagle and White Bear Lake can be excellent when the right conditions, time of day, and, most ...

We received a lot of snow this past week, which is not good for the ice-making process because the snow insulates the ice. I’ve already noticed the impact on Lake Bemidji.

Anyone looking for a fun springtime outdoor activity will find it in fishing. May is a great time to fish for crappies. “Crappies tend to move into shallow water near the shore in the spring, making ...

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