Since fish are cold-blooded creatures, colder water temperatures significantly slow their activity. Thick ice and snow cover reduces light penetration, which slows underwater photosynthesis, depleting ...
Fishing with tip-ups is one of the most low-tech, enjoyable ways to ice fish. When I was in high school, my buddies and I would set out a spread of tip-ups and then just wait for a flag while cooking ...
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources offers vital advice if you break through the ice. First, stay calm and don’t ...
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has some advice for anyone planning on heading out on frozen lakes for ice fishing this winter. They offer tips on how to determine if ice is safe and what ...
Ice fishing got an early start this winter with the cold weather that began in December which has resulted in more days to ...
A tip-up, also known as a fish trap, ice trap, or tilt, is a stationary device that suspends line and live bait under the ice. Once a fish takes the bait, the reel spins, and the angler is alerted via ...
Winter ice fishing season is in full swing, but it’s crucial to monitor changing conditions and ensure ice is completely safe ...
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is hosting free ice fishing clinics at various New York parks.
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM)- During the winter many people enjoy recreation such as ice fishing or skating on frozen lakes or ponds.
Ice fishing conditions this winter have not been the best and it’s not looking good unless a cold snap comes in the next few ...