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Walleye Fishing in February: Tips and Tactics for Success
Walleye fishing in February can be challenging, but also rewarding. Walleye are cold-blooded fish that slow down their metabolism and activity in the winter.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late February
If you are thinking about coming up, please stop by the Musky Shop. We have a full selection of ice fishing equipment as well as a great selection of bait held in cold well water.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early February
Our winter has been about as mild as any of us here in Minocqua can remember. Last winter was really long and this winter was really mild.
Bring The Kids To Milwaukee County Ponds To Learn To Ice Fish Feb. 17
Bring the kids out to one of five Milwaukee County parks for free ice fishing clinics on Saturday, Feb. 17
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late January
Here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, our ice conditions are finally getting somewhat decent.
Warmer Weather Hurts Snowmobiling But What About Ice Fishing?
Many of the lakes of Vilas and Oneida County have between 4-10″ of ice that is still great for ice fishing.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late December
Ice fishing has been very good with a lot of fish beging caught here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early December
We are kind of in that in-between stage as the big lakes just froze up 4 days ago.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March
The game fish season in northern Wisconsin has come to an end.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late February
The Wisconsin game fish season is winding down as it ends March 5th 2023. Ice fishing has been quite good despite the swings in the weather.
Musky Shop North Woods Fishing Report: Early February
We have had a few really cold days that slowed things down a bit but that cold blast is gone now and warmer winter temps are on the way.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late January
We hope you are having a great winter and are getting out to do some ice fishing.
Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Moen Lake
This month’s lake, Moen Lake, resting just east of Rhinelander in Oneida County is a great place to hang your ice fishing hat without leaving all the creature comforts behind.
Ice Up: Adding to your Ice Fishing Tackle Box
As ice up is inching in, it might be time to add a few things to your box to make sure you are ready for the season.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early December
The open water fishing season has come to an end in Northern Wisconsin.
Tips and Safety Checks for Ice Fishing in Wisconsin
Tips to help you prepare and stay safe while ice fishing this season
For Newcomers to Ice Fishing: Basics of Using a Tip Up
Helpful video for those who would like to try ice fishing with tip ups!
Northwood's Fishing Report: Late March
The gamefish season is closed so panfish is the targeted species until ice out.
Do you ever wonder what happens to the fish in a frozen lake?
It is winter in the Northern Hemisphere. The vicious cold has transformed the scattered blue lakes of the North Woods into white disks — barren wastelands of ice.
Northwood's Fishing Report: Late February
Ice fishing in the Northwoods continues to be very productive. Many of guys are fishing for panfish and gamefish.
Ice Fisherman Lands Rare Golden Crappie
Minnesota fisherman, Rick Konakowitz, recently landed a rare "golden" crappie while fishing on Clear Lake.