Fish’N’Tips

Here we are. Its spring time again and lots of open water to fish. The hunt for early season giants is on. Whether it be toothy critters like pike and walleye or hungry spring Lakers, spec's and football size bass its a fun time of year to target these monsters. The...

Hey everyone, I'm going to use this issue to pass on some important MNR regulations that have come into effect this season in our Zone 10 area. I consider these changes to be rather significant considering they have been the same for decades. So to help with the...

Ichthyophile (n): One who has a special fondness or love of fish (or fishes) and, or one who loves fish or fishes. Release all sub legal fish immediately If fish is deeply cut, cut the line Play fish quickly and minimize handling ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE...

This issue will give you a little insight into the life of a crazy fisherman, a fisherman with a well known disease called "Angleritis". Fishing is a hobby to some but a way of life to others like myself. My seasonal Calendar consists of special fishing trips,...

Another issue with using braided line on outside dead stick presentations is the line will stick and grab onto the ice that starts to form in your hole, therefore if a fish grabs your bait it will either feel the pressure of the line since it is froze to the ice and...

Another huge factor is how the elements effect your rig. I use braid most of the time with a tiny barrel swivel at the end with a section of 100% fluorocarbon leader material for toothy critters because of its superior abrasion resistance and invisibility. If you are...

In this issue we are going to talk about ice fishing rod science and set-up. Rod length and action are obviously very important. A longer rod allows for more consistent pressure on the fish when in fight mode and the action determines how efficient you can present...

Winter’s tough enough without denying yourself the pleasure of catching fish. If you live in a place where the mercury dips below zero this time of year, and you’re not exploring ice fishing, you’re missing out. With that in mind comes ice safety. Every year numbers...

If you live in a place where the mercury dips below zero this time of year, and you’re not exploring ice fishing, you’re missing out. And, if you like to harvest the occasional trout (or pike,walleye, or perch), winter is the best time to do it. This time of year,...

A musky angler's approach to landing that big trophy.   Musky Fishing in Algoma Country   By Jeremy Logan I am a multi-species angler that is passionate about growing our sport and the awareness of conservation. May 5, 2023     We are a unique...