The bite was subtle, which is often the case when fishing a river hovering around 40 degrees. I was fishing a Ned rig — a finesse-sized pairing of a slim 2.75-inch straight worm with a light leadhead ...

What Makes a Bucktail Jig So Effective for Catching Bass and Walleye? Simplistic in design but lethal in execution, the bucktail jig works magic when fished amongst weeds in the fall. Comprised of a ...

When midwinter fishing slows down, trout stay aggressive. Learn where to find them and the best lures to catch trout through the ice.

That way I can still use my LakeMaster card, too.” One of the great things about late-fall walleye fishing is the great day bite. But during first ice, that’s not always the case. “There can still be ...

Learn how to fish a spinner crawler harness over weed beds for walleyes—creating the best rig, bullet sinker tips, and shallow water trolling techniques. | Joe Shead Spinner harnesses are some of the ...

Anglers making plans to ice fish Mille Lacs’ walleyes this winter should take note of the new regulations, including updates for perch and northern pike during the 2025–26 winter season. "Fall netting ...