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Ice Fishing TipsDon’t wait until spring to nail that trophy walleye or muskie! Ice fishing tips at FFC can help make your winter fly by in grand fishing style! Arm yourself with the knowledge to make your day a memorable one on the hard water.
There are a number of things to consider before going ice fishing. Is it early in the season, or late? What species are you hoping to catch? Ice fishing tips surrounding tackle and bait are keys to review before you head out! What kind of equipment do you need to get through the ice? How are you going to stay warm?
Safety is always something to keep in mind, especially early and late in the season. Make sure the ice is at least 4 inches thick before you walk on it. Check the ice reports in your region before you head out, and play it smart! Make sure you look at our Ice fishing tips safety page for more ideas.
Don't forget to look at the ice fishing equipment checklist . There are some important, but easily forgettable items for your day. We have a dandy starter list for you to print and use as a guide. An ice fishing house can really add some comfort to your day. Whether a portable shelter made of canvas or a shack with a loft and kitchen, an ice fishing house is a bit of luxury not to be overlooked!
An ice fishing house no matter the style provides an angler with a number of luxuries. The biggest luxury is the ability to get out of the wind. While some love the comfort of the large ice fishing shack, others swear by the advantages of a portable ice fishing house . When it comes to catching fish, walleye remain among the most popular in Canada. This is for good reason. They are good fighters, a challenge to catch and they taste great! We have some good walleye ice fishing tips for late ice you need to see. Whether it is early ice, the dead of winter, or last ice – these fish can be had – just be smart. You need to make sure you provide the walleye with some options if the bite slows down. Check out the options for walleye through the ice article written specifically for those slow days on the hard water. Typically the bite happens right around dark. If you are game, you might be in for a light show ! Make sure you are up to speed on what method gives you the best chance during the hard water season!
Another great fish to catch through the ice is the northern pike. BIG northern pike are often caught through the ice in Canada. We have some great ice fishing advice on how to land northern pike, plus some secrets how you can nail that trophy you may have missed in the fall!
If lake trout is your gig, FFC has good ice fishing tips to help you land this excellent eating fish ! The lake trout tend to bite all winter. You just have to know where to find them. Make sure you are up to speed on lake trout ice fishing strategies , and nail them this season!
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