In preparation for open-water season, many anglers might be overlooking some of the best hard-water action of the year: late-ice walleyes.

Ice Fishing Magazine, from the publishers of Deer & Deer Hunting, is the leading publication for dedicated hard-water anglers. Here you’ll find articles written by North America’s most knowledgeable ice fishermen, as well as the latest on hot destinations and the top gear.

Ice Fishing Magazine, from the publishers of Deer & Deer Hunting, is the leading publication for dedicated hard-water anglers. Here you’ll find articles written by North America’s most knowledgeable ice fishermen, as well as the latest on hot destinations and the top gear.
In preparation for open-water season, many anglers might be overlooking some of the best hard-water action of the year: late-ice walleyes.
Finding systems truly capable of consistently producing trophy bluegills requires masterfully understanding the right amalgam of variables.
There are many ways to soak a live minnow and these dead-sticking tactics have been a staple in walleye fishing for decades.
Michigan’s third-largest lake isn’t just a one-season destination; its distinctive environment offers a unique winter fishing experience.
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Lakewood to give away the ultimate ice rod case to one lucky winner!
The lake is hidden among more popular ice fishing destinations.
The best part? You don’t even notice that the suit you’re wearing has floatation.
To celebrate our favorite winter pastime — ice fishing — we’ve teamed up with Vexilar to give away their most feature-packed flasher system to one lucky ice angler!
Drawing on the insight of four bass and bluegill experts from eastern Ontario, here are a variety of largemouth-inspired strategies for icing monster ’gills.
Modern ice-fishing pioneer Dave Genz uses these 12 techniques to sort out small perch before they even bite.