SMELTS ARE IN! Only a couple days ago the smelts were running on St Joseph Island in Gowas Bay and I was talking with a friend last night and he said that the smelts are in at Harmony River. So you know what that means? You’ll be able find them at Stokely Creek, Chippewa River [...]

When ice fishing for Whitefish, Cisco (freshwater herring), Lake trout,and even Rainbow trout, “chumming” the hole is a common practice. Chumming is also use for many other species that involves cut bait, etc. for all types of fishing, but it is very different for these species through the ice. Remember to check with local fishing [...]

This fishing tip involves keeping your favourite ice fishing hut’s holes free of freeze ups, and thanks to Chris Palmgren of Northern Cottage Services for this tip. We already knew about the bucket idea but the insulation warmed us. Read on. One of the worst problems facing us ice fishing enthusiasts is drilling through the [...]

Ice Fishing – Don’t Forget the Spuds Now that you have your five gallon pail to carry your ice fishing gear, bait, caught fish, etc. you need to get the rest of your fishing equipment in order. You are going to need an auger, either manual or powered. They come in various diameters, usually from [...]

Ice Fishing – “Bucket” loads of fun! This week’s fishing tip is about, guess what? You got it, ice fishing! When heading to any body of water for a day of ice fishing, always check ice conditions with the Ministry of Natural Resources, local ice fishing hut rental people, local fishing tackle shops, bait shops, [...]