Want An Easy Fix For Your Ice Fishing? Read This!

Ice fishing is fishing through an ice opening or a drilled hole. But ice fishing is more difficult and you need to be well prepared.

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1.How to find fish

First, decide on a target fish and research it. Fishing under the ice you can catch walleye, perch, pike, trout, and more. For example, walleye is very active during the day and likes to move on steep slopes where deep water meets shallow water; perch like to be around weedy mulch, especially in late winter when the ice starts to slowly melt; pikes prefer to be alone and live near rock piles or underwater structures; trout live in deep water close to shallow water.

Secondly, be familiar with the waters and choose fishing spots. When you determine the target fish and understand their habits, you must find a suitable fishing spot in the water. You can find information on local waters maps, look up information on the Internet, or talk to local anglers to get water information.

Then, dig the hole. When you choose a good fishing spot, you must drill multiple holes, especially zigzag ones. You can drill it with an auger, about 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter will suffice.

Finally, present your fishing lure and start fishing. Be sure to choose the correct depth for fishing, and the common depth is 8 to 20 feet. Choosing the correct depth should take into account not only the bottom structure of the water but also the target fish. You can use a fish finder to find fish. Be careful not to spend too much time in one place. If there seems to be no activity, move on to the next hole.

2.Best fishing lure

Minnows, Jigs, Vibrating baits, Flutter and jigging spoons are all great fishing lures for ice fishing when the cold weather keeps the fish slow and inactive.

Minnows are very attractive like real fish. Jigs are great to be used with ice fishing jigging rods. Vibrating baits will Wobble and vibrate under the ice, attracting fish from a great distance. Flutter spoons are a bit thinner and wider and their shape makes them flash and flutter in the water. Jigging spoons will attract fish due to their darting action.

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3.Matters needing attention

Ice fishing is very dangerous, so be safe.

1)Check the thickness of the ice

If the ice is thin and weak, it could break and you could fall into the water under the ice, endangering your life. You can check the thickness of the ice with an auger and a measuring tape.

2)Keep warm

Ice fishing is very prone to frostbite, so keep warm. Protect yourself with warm, water-proof gloves, boots, and warm socks, and dress in layers. Ensures the material dries quickly and the outer layer is waterproof.

3)Non-slip

Walking on ice can be dangerous, with possible slips and falls. You can buy spiked additions to the bottom of your boots, such as creepers or crampons, at an outdoor sporting equipment store.

4)Marking holes

Mark others with a stick, highly visible tape, or something that can warn others to avoid falling into the hole.


Post time: Nov-24-2022