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Nov 15, 2023
Helping you enjoy the outdoors!
Nov 15, 2023
Cold-Weather River Walleyes
River walleyes can add several weeks to your open-water fishing season.
Late-Fall Muskies are Suckers for Suckers
Old school vs. new school—Dave Csanda discusses various hooking arrangements to catch fall muskies.
Outdoor ‘Stuff’
BUBBA
Smart Fish Scale
Know your big fish weights, total bag weight, even smallest catch weight. Count your fish and know exactly what’s in your livewell. Whether you fish competitively or are a passionate hobbyist, the Bubba Smart Fish Scale is something any boat should have.
Millennium
Bowlite L-116
Millennium’s ladder stands offer the best combination of comfort, strength, and durability. New for 2023, the Bowlite L-116 Single Ladder Stand is a versatile hunting platform that excels in ease of use and quiet design.
Chevy
Silverado 1500
Seeing is believing. The Chevy Silverado and Silverado HD offer a Technology Package featuring cameras that provide up to 14 views to help make it easier to hitch a trailer and provide confidence while towing.
CUSTOM JIGS & SPINS
Chekai Tungsten Ice Jig
NAFC pros Kevin Fassbind and Nick Smyers, two of the best ice sticks on the planet, have a proven tournament track record with Custom Jigs & Spins Chekai jigs.
From the Vault…
Fishing Talk
This in-depth glossary appeared in Fishing Facts magazine throughout the ‘70s and featured the original language of structure fishing. The number of terms has greatly expanded over the years, but these are the roots from which it grew.
A Message From…
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
It’s Easier Than Ever to Get Involved in Wisconsin Deer Hunting
Data from last year’s hunting season in the state of Wisconsin reveals there were 600,000 active hunters. Quite impressive for a state with a population slightly less than 6 million people.
Making Adjustments in the Middle of the Deer Season
Dennis Leppell talks about making mid season adjustments during deer season.
Saint Paul Ice Fishing Show Celebrates 30 Years
Don’t miss the 2023 Saint Paul Ice Fishing Show, happening Dec. 1-3 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre! With more than 190 exhibits and services, this is a dream come true for every die-hard ice fishing and winter sports enthusiast. Get Your Tickets at stpaulicefishingshow.com
Countdown to Fall Action
Dan Brozowski finds that something old, something new works for fall fishing success.
The Wild Corners of South Dakota
South Dakota Fishing
It doesn’t matter if you’re a pro angler, weekend enthusiast or first-timer. South Dakota has year-round fishing opportunities for everyone. Come see why anglers travel from all over the world to fish South Dakota. We’re pretty confident you’ll be, well…hooked.
South Dakota Hunting
Although famous for pheasant hunting, South Dakota offers opportunities to hunt big game, waterfowl, turkey and more. Friendly hosts, private lodges and over one million acres of public hunting land within the primary pheasant range create an upland hunter’s paradise.
South Dakota Wildlife Viewing
Buffalo roam, mountain goats climb, prairie dogs chirp. That’s only a taste of the wildlife in South Dakota. Watch for a stunning diversity of wildlife where you’ll still find endangered species like the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, and whooping crane.
South Dakota Outdoor Activities
Hiking through the Badlands, riding an ATV through the Black Hills or boating on one of many lakes & rivers that flow through the state—no matter the season or location in South Dakota, there are outdoor activities aplenty.
CARTOON
“Sid is an avid outdoorsman and a multitasker.”
