The winter hardwater season can vary in length depending on where you reside in the Ice Belt. Farther south means a shorter season than far north, obviously. But the one thing all locations have in common are three distinct periods of fishing: Early Ice, that period of first ice through about the following 30 days; […]
Ice fishing is different from open-water fishing in important ways: fish are colder, metabolism is slower, light is reduced, and presentations often need to be more subtle. This is why the right bait, and the right presentation of that bait, can mean the difference between a productive outing and a long, quiet day. In the […]
For experienced anglers, success on the ice often starts long before the auger hits the surface. Scouting lakes ahead of time is key to identifying productive fishing spots, planning safe access routes, and ultimately making the most of your time outdoors. This article dives into how onX Fish empowers anglers to scout more effectively—helping you […]
When winter rolls around, we take the time to winterize our cars, putting on snow tires, adding cold-weather fluid to the windshield wipers, and generally winterizing our vehicles. What people often forget, however, is the actual driving part. Staying safe while traveling in the winter has a different meaning for outdoorsmen: on-ice, we have to […]
As temperatures plummet and lakes begin to freeze, anglers across the ice belt gear up for one of the most exciting times of the year: first ice. This brief but rewarding window offers the chance to catch walleye as they capitalize on favorable feeding conditions before the deeper freeze sets in. To maximize your success […]
Each year, fall brings anglers a change in weather, water temperatures, and bass behavior. Some lakes “turn over” with strata of different water temps mixing equally throughout the lake meaning bass can literally be anywhere from shallow to deep. Because of this, it can be a super time to fish, with lots of different locations […]
Indiana may be known for its farmland and basketball legacy, but for anglers it’s also a hidden gem filled with scenic lakes ready to be fished. From peaceful, secluded waters to expansive reservoirs, the Hoosier State offers a wide variety of fishing spots for every type of angler—whether you’re chasing largemouth bass, reeling in crappie, […]
Known as the home of the Badlands, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and wide-open prairie, the Flickertail State is also home to excellent fishing opportunities in its numerous lakes and reservoirs. Popular recreational fishing species include walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, smallmouth bass, and even Chinook salmon. Fishing is a year-round activity here, with spring and […]
One of the keys to catching more fish is understanding the habitat different fish species prefer throughout the calendar year—and being able to follow their movements from location to location. onX Fish Midwest is invaluable for helping anglers track fish seasonally, but it’s a good idea to get a basic grip on the science of […]
What Defines A Trophy Walleye? Everyone loves catching a lot of fish, but there’s something really special about catching a trophy. What defines a trophy walleye? On most waters throughout the Walleye Belt, the consensus is that 30 inches comprises the magical mark, typically fish in the 10-pound range. But for avid anglers, a trophy […]