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Helping you enjoy the outdoors! Jan 16, 2026

Lake Michigan Cold-Water Trolling

By Jeff Elliott
When the ‘big lake’ is ice-free, get out there and put some fish in the boat.

Winter River Rockets

By Joe Bednar
Northern pike provide winter angling in modest-sized rivers across the Midwest.

Appreciating the Gift of Fishing

By Brad Durick
The folks who taught us to fish paved the way for future generations of anglers.
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From the Vault of Fishing Facts Magazine

A New Spin on Crappies

Spinners offer a quicker and more efficient method for catching crappies in open water.

How To Choose a Fishing Rod

By Don Gasaway
If you do a little advance study and take time to consider your needs, a very serviceable rod is available at a price you can afford.
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Temps To Keep Bait & FFS Baits for Ice Fishing

MWO reveals the proper temperature to store your spikes and wax worms, and we’ll show how using baits that are marketed for open water can be just as effective, if not more so, during ice season.

A Shot Too Far?

By L.P. Brezny
While modern ballistics shoot farther than ever, you should never shoot beyond your skill level.
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