Whether you’re an old hand at ice fishing who has learned to do things the old school way or an eager relatively new winter angler looking to get into this awesome recreational activity, the question … Read more
If you’re new to ice fishing, it’s understandable if you forget some basic pieces of small but useful (and important) pieces of equipment. While certain things like top notch ice fishing rods or gas powered … Read more
Question: Just what is a polar gaff or polar gaff hook? Why do only a few ice fishermen use it? The gaff hook is tool that some ice anglers use that can help them pull … Read more
My first experience with products like these came when I was only 10 years old, and we were on a family trip in the Rocky Mountains to visit my grandparents on my Dad’s side of … Read more
There are some pieces of outdoor gear that are all but impossible to ignore or forget (like a giant family tent), but then there are small pieces of equipment that can be easy to overlook … Read more
While many people just refer to them as ski masks, not bothering to note the differences that make balaclavas what they are, this specialty winter wear has an interesting history, as it’s name would suggest. … Read more
Some people are perfectly fine with three seasons for fishing. Then there’s the group that stares death daggers at you at the mere idea that there’s a season where no fishing takes place. This dedicated … Read more
What do you think of when someone mention snowshoes? What’s the first image that comes into your mind? For a long time my mental picture of snowshoes was, admittedly, embarrassingly limited and really kept me … Read more
While I tend to prefer small ultralight rods for ice fishing, there are many people I know who are firmly in the corner of using telescopic fishing rods as their equipment of choice for when … Read more
Although hunting and shooting in the winter months is fun, it’s essential that you have the right gloves. Why might you ask? A high-quality pair of shooting gloves will not only help prevent the risk … Read more
The cooling in the air, the promise of cold weather (and snow in the north) coming soon always meant one thing in our family: hunting season was on its way! Coming from a family of … Read more
I love camping – I even love camping enough to have attempted one or two late fall/early winter camping trips. These camping trips aren’t for everyone, but they do produce a unique camping experience! The … Read more