Ice fishing for panfish is wildly popular, thanks to the accessibility of the species and the action-packed experience they provide. If you want to hit the ice for crappie, bluegill, or perch, you’ll ...

Hello folks, the other day we went ice fishing on some local ice aiming to catch some bluegills and perch. We geared up with tiny hooks, tiny pieces of cut minnow, little jigging spoons, and even ...

You might think of bluegills as something kids catch from docks in the summertime. But in winter, they are serious sport. They can be willing biters ... or they can be challenging, depending on their ...

Find weedlines on local bodies of water and you’ll likely find fish. Don't be afraid to move around from spot to spot, often panfish may travel along weedlines. Try different style baits; some days ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Small lakes and ponds are attracting ice anglers this week, thanks to an Arctic blast in recent days that has provided safe ice thickness for anglers seeking access to hungry ...

What makes a good jig? Honestly, it’s not that complicated. The two main considerations are size and color. For size, I’ll use anything from a 1/8 ounce to micro jigs that are 1/64 or even 1/80 ounce.

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Happy New Year, anglers. After a busy holiday season spent guiding or scouting, we are ready to tackle 2026. This ice season has certainly shaped up to be much better than the last couple of years. As ...

With the right conditions, ice fishing offers the chance to reel in bluegill, crappie, yellow perch, largemouth bass, Northern pike, walleye, trout and more. But how do you get started and stay safe ...

Being comfortable and organized goes a long way when hitting the frozen water for a day of ice fishing. That's why having gear on hand that offers both of these benefits simply makes sense. Here are ...

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