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Helping you enjoy the outdoors! Jan 2, 2026

The Ice is Here…Bring on the Panfish!

By Walt Matan
The ice is solid, and the game is afoot! Bring on the biters!

Little Things Can Make a Difference

By Jerry Carlson
Paying attention to little things while ice fishing can make the difference between success and failure.

Panfish on Ice

By Brian Athern
Sometimes the ice fishing action doesn’t heat up until the sun heads down for the day.
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Ice Fishing for Walleyes & Jumbo Perch at Woodland Resort

We’re back on the ice at Devils Lake, North Dakota, one of the Midwest’s premier winter fisheries, fishing out of Woodland Resort. Roger Cormier is joined by Landen Blanchfield, whose family owns Woodland Resort, to break down what makes Devils Lake such a special ice fishing destination for both sportsmen and families.

2026 Erie Ice Fishing Will Be Good if Winter Arrives

By John Hageman
The big fish are there in untold numbers. Now, all we need is safe footing to seal the deal.
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Long Rods for Ice Panfish

Chris Lemerand talks about when to use short or long rods when targeting panfish through the ice.

Forest Preserve Ice Fishing

By Don Gasaway
Cold winter wind off Lake Michigan brings temperatures low enough to provide safe ice to area Forest Preserves.
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