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What is a basin? A basin is a natural depression on the surface of the land, which typically holds water. So, any natural lake is considered a basin. However, a lake’s basin is the deepest part of the natural lake or pond, often centrally located. Basins can be in 15 feet, or they can be in 50 feet. It’s all …
Since we only cover the hard-hitting topics on this fishing blog, we decided to answer, once again, the question on everyone’s mind. “Where do you poop while you’re ice fishing?” Just like open water fishing, I try to get my poop done at the closest fast food restaurant. In this case, a Taco Bell where I order two breakfast crunchrwaps, …
Tens of MILLIONS of Christmas trees will be burned, tossed to the curb or repurposed in other ways after the holidays. But, in some places, anglers are using old Christmas trees in clever ways. Here are two ways people repurpose Christmas trees in the fishing world: Dump ‘Em In The Lake (If You Can) The most popular and prominent way …
Sitting on a frozen lake, starring down a hole the size of the dinner plate, may not sound like fun. But I promise you it’s is. Ice fishing isn’t easy, but it’s a rewarding activity that helps get anglers up north through the long winters. Here are three reasons why ice fishing is awesome: It’s A PARTY Ice fishing feels …
Ice fisherman are some of the pickiest anglers you’ll find on the water. When it comes to buying ice fishing gifts, many of us looking to spoil our favorite ice fisherman can be confused about what to get them. Just because it’s tough to pick doesn’t mean you gift-givers have to cave and wrap them a gift card. Here are …
Dozens of ice anglers hoping to catch one more Lake Erie walleye were rescued after unstable ice conditions caused a patch of ice to detach from shore leaving them stranded on a floating ice chunk a mile out. Quick acting first responder’s using airboats and a helicopter were able to successfully rescue the stranded anglers within a few hours. While …
Late season ice fishing can be one of the best times to get on a hot bite giving anglers one final flury of fishing before the open water season. First, spring is on its way. Almost gone are the days of sub-zero temperatures, snow, and ice. Open water is on the way. Secondly, the late ice bite is about to …
According to science I read on the internet (so you know it’s true), my hypothesis has been correct for years. Fishing is good for mental health. Fishing is the cure for everything. I’ve known this for years. Bass fishing heals all wounds. Sad? Get on a boat. Stressed? Wet a line. Girlfriend dump you? Let those tears fall right into …
An informative article to help you select the right colors while out on the ice.
It’s that time of year again. The best anglers in the world are coming together to compete for the Super Bowl of bass fishing, The Geico Bassmaster Classic. The Bassmaster Classic is the most prestigious title in bass fishing, and most anglers can only dream of ever hoisting the coveted trophy over their head. This year marks the 50th Classic …
This weekend it was -6 degrees, with 30 MPH winds, and for some reason, I went outside and fished. “Ice Fishing” as I’m told, is “fun” for Northerners. I grew up in California, where anything with the word ice in front of it was considered a punishment or a hassle. But, in the holiday spirit and with an extra layer …
Fishing beneath hard water is usually panfishing, mixing in a few pike and walleye here and there. But if you want those big walleye and pike, don’t overlook BIG & LOUD rattling baits to drop in the ice hole. Here’s a few tips for catching big fish through the ice. Blades of Steel Ice Season can be a great time …
