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Great ways to perfect your ice fishing technique. Learn more about ice fishing tips and equipment such as bobbers and jig rods in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Use a bobber in ice fishing to determine when fish are biting. Learn about using a bobber in ice fishing in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Attach strike indicator to ice fishing line to help determine when fish are biting. Learn about using a strike indicator in ice fishing in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
When removing minnows from ice fishing bucket, use a plastic scoop. Learn about removing minnows from a bait bucket in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Ice fisherman often use snap swivels to connect fishing line to their rod. Learn how to connect an ice fishing line to a jig rod in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
The size of an ice fishing jig rod corresponds to the size of fish one is trying to catch. Learn how to choose the right size ice fishing jig rod in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Fishing line with up to a 20-pound test weight is good for ice fishing. Learn what kind of ice fishing line to use in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Paint ice fishing jigs and lures with fluorescent paint to make them easier for fish to see. Learn how to make a fluorescent jig rod in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Putting a double rig on a ice fishing jig line increases the efficiency of the fisherman. Learn how to set up a double rig on a jig rod in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Keep minnow bucket in a cool, dry area. Learn how to keep minnows alive at home in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Buy an insulated minnow bucket to keep bait from freezing while ice fishing. Learn how to keep minnows alive at the fishing site in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Keep ice fishing bait warm; fish will not be attracted to dead bait. Learn how to keep maggots and worms alive at the fishing site in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Stay warm on ice fishing trips by wearing hand warmers and boot warmers. Learn to bring along hand warmers and boot warmers to stay warm in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Bass are drawn to vertical ice fishing jig. Learn which jig to use in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Barbs can make ice fishing hooks very difficult to remove from fish. Learn how to remove a barb from an ice fishing hook in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Report ice fishing violations to nearest fish and wildlife agency. Learn about ice fishing limits in this ice fishing lesson from an experienced fisherman.
Ice fishing can take place anywhere you have ice and fish in the same place. Well, a tray full of ice cubes and Stouffer's tuna casserole won't quite do the trick; the ice needs to be covering a body of water which is home to hearty fish who can live in very cold water and are accommodating enough to nibble on the bait of foolhardy humans wearing thermal suits or 12 layers of clothes. Apparently, ice fishing provides an ideal opportunity for introspection and contemplation in the Scandinavian countries and an opportunity to socialize and get drunk in the ice fishing lodges and resorts in North America, though the Finns and Norwegians have been known to mix vodka with their isolation. Ice fishing is a popular wintertime sport in Canada, Russia and the United States as well as in Scandinavia. Forest Lake, Minn. hosts one of the most popular ice fishing contests in the U.S. every February. In this series of ice fishing videos, viewers will learn assorted tips and tricks for becoming a more effective ice fisherman. An expert will discuss keeping bait such as minnows, worms and maggots alive and fresh. Not sure what jig rod or fishing line to use? Will a bobber or a strike indicator be a more effective way to find out if the fish are biting? Watch this series and catch more fish.
Gabe Gries Gabe Gries has worked for federal and state fisheries management agencies for more than 14 years. He holds two degrees in fisheries biology: a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Vermont and Master of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Gries is a life-long resident of New England and has fished extensively throughout the northeastern United States. He has experience working with (and catching) almost every species of fish in New England. Gries has 34 years of fishing experience and fishes whenever he can. He enjoys fishing for all species, but has a particular interest in pursuing warmwater species such as bass and panfish. Ice fishing is one of his passions.dkdk
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