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Mar 6, 2026
What to Do When Crappies Don’t Bite
By Ken McBroom
Sometimes they bite. But sometimes, you have to extract ‘em.
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New Lowrance ActiveTarget 2 XL
Lowrance has unveiled the ActiveTarget 2 XL. The only better live view involves getting your head wet. Featuring surface-to-surface 180-degree views, this technology delivers unmatched clarity and coverage, giving anglers a complete picture of what’s happening beneath the water in real time.
From the Vault of Fishing Facts Magazine
A Winning Strategy for Cold-Water Stripers
Richards accidentally discovered that giant-sized stripers prefer small baits in cold weather.
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Nelson Lake: Fishing and So Much More
Nelson Lake is a 2,716-acre lake located in Sawyer County, Wisconsin just outside of Hayward, Wis. It has a maximum depth of 33 feet. Fish include panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. Not only is Nelson Lake an ideal fishing and family vacation destination, but for avid anglers it is a spring and fall paradise.
Stocking a Tackle Box for the Beginner Bass Fisherman
By Glenn Walker
Get ‘em started with the right tackle, and catching fish will take care of itself.
Introduction to Wild Turkeys
By Bob Grewell
Get up to speed on what it takes to harvest a gobbler this spring.
MWO Video Tips
Better Slipbobber Presentation, and Fishing in Wind
Learn how to present your slipbobber more effectively, and a tip on fishing with the wind.
Canadian Pike: East vs. West
By Dave Csanda
Similarities and differences between catching big pike in lakes vs. reservoirs.
Comment on the Proposed Minnesota Walleye Limit Reduction Rule
Changes have prompted the Minnesota DNR to propose a reduction in the statewide walleye daily and possession limit.
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