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When it comes to fishing, be it on ice or not, getting the fish to bite can turn out to be quite the challenge. With ice fishing, specifically, one of the most reliable and effective baits to use seems to be a minnow fish (live or dead, whichever you prefer). So even if it’s as …
Are you planning an ice fishing trip and worried about the weather? The last thing you want to do is set off on your trip to find that the overall experience has been impacted by the weather and your catch isn’t as good as it usually is. Ice fishing can often be really efficient in …
If you are interested in taking part in ice fishing, you might be wondering if the color of the line makes a difference. It doesn’t matter if you have just started ice fishing or if you have been doing it for a long time, this is one of the most commonly asked questions. The line …
An important part of fishing is knowing what type of bait to use, and what will work better to catch certain fish, in certain circumstances. When it comes to ice fishing, minnows are one of the best types of bait to use. So yes, minnows are indeed good for ice fishing! You can use both …
You can use a regular fishing rod for ice fishing but does that mean that you should? If you already have a regular rod and you do not want the hassle of having to find another rod. Perhaps it comes down to cost and the added expense of buying new equipment. Whilst you can use …
Ice fishing is a popular hobby for many people, but is it as safe as we think it is? If you are someone that loves to go fishing, you might find yourself with an interest in ice fishing. As with any other type of fishing, there are safe and unsafe ways of doing things. It …
The simple answer to this is no, ice is never totally safe to walk on. It’s always best to assume this, and then work from there to make sure you’re taking every precaution possible to make it safer. There isn’t only the risk of falling through ice into freezing water, but the risk of slipping …
In the summer months, worms are a hugely popular source of bait. When winter rolls around and people start ice fishing, they suddenly drop off the scene. Talk turns to mealworms and waxworms, while earthworms barely get a mention. So you might be wondering why worms that are so popular in summer seem unpopular when …
If you have an interest in ice fishing, you might be wondering whether you can go at nighttime, or when it is still dark. Ice fishing in the dark will come with its own set of challenges, but there are also some advantages to ice fishing in the dark. If you are worried about whether …
When it comes to ice fishing, you have to consider all the necessary precautions, and requirements of fishing, plus those added by the fact that you’ll be standing on ice. Things such as the thickness of the ice, are super important to be aware of, as they are one of the main determining factors safety-wise. So …