The Noise Factor: Take It Seriously!

OK, some might say I harp on this topic a little too much, but I just can’t stress it enough: Noise and fishing pressure are major reasons why we don’t catch fish, especially in winter! Here are some ways to keep quieter on the ice.

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The Three Key Periods Of Ice Fishing

I break the ice fishing down into three key periods: early ice, midwinter ice, and late season ice. Of the three, I think early season ice may be the most overrated and late season ice the most underrated.

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Early Spring River Fishing 101

During the lengthening days of March and into April, anglers begin setting their sights on rivers. This is particularly true in some upper Midwestern states, where inland water seasons close for walleyes and other sportfish. This is where select border river waters offer opportunities to catch gamefish before regular openers commence.

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