The first ice fishing contest on the Chetek Chain of Lakes in 2026 is set for Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, as the the Chetek Fire ...

The Chetek Chain of Lakes is a destination for fishing of all sorts, especially when it comes to fishing on the hard water. Whether you’re jigging for panfish or targeting ...

Around 175 people, including many youngsters, thronged Big Blue in Mason City on Saturday for an annual ice fishing event. Colorful warming tents dotted the ice near the shoreline as participants put ...

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Underneath a speckless sky, Durango, Bayfield and La Plata County residents gathered at Vallecito Reservoir for the Vallecito Annual Ice Fishing Tournament. The tournament was sponsored by the ...

The difference between a perfect first day on the ice and a frozen disaster can be determined by what you do right now, long before the first ice forms. Ice anglers wait impatiently for that first ...

Whether it’s your first time out on the hard water or the hundredth, a good ice fishing reel is one of the most important pieces of gear. There are a bunch of options out there—from inline to spinning ...

Plenty of room for two, easy setup, and it stands up to the elements without flinching. Insulated, well-designed, and enough space for a family of ice fishers. When I’m in the midst of the fishing ...

While bass anglers move from spot to spot with the simple tap of a trolling pedal, ice anglers rely on their own two feet. Sure, we can hop on a snowmobile or ATV to run longer distances. But drilling ...