Fishing articles
From the boat and the ice
55 articles on finding and catching walleye, perch, crappie and panfish, written by Jason over the years.
The Ultimate Bottom Bouncer Setup for Summer Walleye
When using bottom bouncers and spinner rigs, especially if you’re using rod holders, the rod and reel setup is very important. Having the…
How to Drop Shot For Walleye
The drop shot rig has created a lot of buzz over the past ten years particularly for bass over deeper structure. No surprise that the drop…
Current Tips for Fishing Red Lake in Minnesota
Jason Mitchell breaks down how he is effectively targeting fish right now in northern Minnesota. Everyone has been talking about the late…
A Simple Electronics Tip That Makes a Big Difference
When Jason Mitchell uses his charts, especially when targeting specific structure like boulders, reefs, or transitions, there are a couple…
How to Improve Your Boat Control With This ONE Tool
When fishing precise spot-on-the-spot locations, there’s one add-on that can greatly improve your boat…
4 Things YOU NEED Know to Catch Walleye on Devils Lake Right Now
Jason Mitchell breaks down locations, tackle, and the gear you need to target spring walleye from shore on Devils…
Structure for Targeting Spring Walleye that you NEED to Know
Jason Mitchell shares how to fish spring walleye near riprap – a location that’s often overlooked but can be a hot bed during the…
Catch More Spring Crappies With This Forward-Facing Sonar Tip
Where to mount and how to use your forward-facing sonar to help you catch more suspended crappies this…
Ten Easy Ways to Catch More Walleye in the Spring
While each fishery can differ, we’ve found some universal concepts that seem applicable for walleye just about everywhere come…
Crushing Waxworms For Finnicky Bluegill
In this video Jason Mitchell explains what anglers mean when talking about crushing a wax worm. It’s a phrase some anglers will throw…
Breaking Down Ice Fishing Jigs for Panfish
There is no shortage of ice fishing jigs for panfish, so we break down lure categories to help you make better buying…
The Beginner’s Guide to Ice Fishing Bluegill
Regardless of whether you do a lot of ice fishing or are completely new to it… ice fishing bluegill is entertaining and easy to…
How to Catch More Panfish with Waxworms
Sometime a tough panfish bite just requires live bait. Waxworms are a common go-to and here’s a quick tip that can help you catch more…
Ice Fishing Knots: Which Knot to Use and Why
Several knots work well for ice fishing and while there’s no right or wrong, Jason Mitchell shares his favorites and how and why to use…
Chasing Down Walleye
There are many truths regarding fishing that are hammered into our heads. Much of this age-old wisdom is right much of the time but a…
Catch More Early Ice Panfish With This Plastic
The Silkie Jig is unlike anything else on the market and can be a phenomenal tool for panfish and walleye if you know how to use…
The Best Ice Fishing Lures for Catching Jumbo Perch
The complete list of what to look for in the best ice fishing lures for jumbo perch and how to use them to land more…
Ice Fishing Prairie Perch: The Keys to Success
In this video, Jason Mitchell breaks down the keys to targeting basin perch. Where to Find Perch With so many great perch fishing…
Ice Fishing: How Much Should You Move?
Catching fish is often about sampling water, but mobility isn’t always the best strategy for improving your ice fishing…
The Arctic Warrior: The Best Set Line System For Ice Rods
The Clam Arctic Warrior is a great system to run remote set lines and covering a variety of depths. Here are a few tips on how to use…
Quick Tips For Catching Crappie With Plastics
In this quick video, Jason Mitchell shares a few key tactics for turning over more fish when using plastics. When it comes to targeting…
Trophy Pike: How to Rig Your Tip Up for More Big Fish
Tip ups are hard to beat when it comes to trophy pike fishing, but there’s a trick you need to know to use dead baits…
Panfish Jigs: How to Choose the Right Hook Size
Panfish jigs come in all shapes and sizes. Jason Mitchell shares a simple strategy for matching your tackle to the panfish you’re…
Best Lures for Lake Winnipeg Greenbacks
Fishing big, bold, and aggressively is usually the key to catching walleye on Lake Winnipeg. Jason Mitchell shares some of his go-to lures…
A Deadly Bait Secret You NEED To Know
Perch eyes are an extremely durable bait choice that just catch fish. In this video, Jason Mitchell shares his best tips for using…
Inline Reel VS Spinning Reel: Which One is Right For You?
Spooling and spinning reels have their fair share of differences, but one isn’t necessarily better than the…
Strategies for Suspended Panfish
Breaking down basins for suspended panfish can be intimidating but a few adjustments can make you more efficient at finding these…
3 Tips to Land More Big Fish in Shallow Water
One of the trickiest aspects of using barbless hooks is keeping the fish pinned up and not losing them at the hole. Jason Mitchell covers 3…
Tricks for Ice Fishing Perch in Deep Water
Jason Mitchell shares a couple simple effective setups you need to know to fish deep panfish more effectively through the…
How to Find Success on Red Lake Right Now with Jason Mitchell and Dusty Minke
Early ice on Red Lake can be a magical time of year to target walleye but there are a few tricks that will help you catch a lot more…
Devils Lake Fall Walleye Fishing Update
Jason Mitchell shares how productive a simple jig and minnow can be for targeting walleye on Devils Lake in early…
Ten Tips for Fall Walleye Fishing
Some general walleye patterns seem to emerge on a wide range of fisheries each fall, but there is no one-size-fits-all fishing…
Road Hunting Fall Walleye on Devils Lake
With so few people fishing in the fall, you can troll some of the most well-known locations to catch walleye on Devils…
Simple Tricks to Keep Your Frozen Shiners on the Hook Longer
Shiners can be a very productive bait, but they’re not very durable and will often fall off the hook. Jason Mitchell covers a few simple…
5 Tips for Your First DIY Trip to Lake Winnipeg
Lake Winnipeg can really punish you if you’re not prepared. Jason Mitchell shares 5 essential tips for planning your first ice fishing trip…
This is How to Catch More Fall Walleye Right Now
Jason Mitchell breaks down how to target scattered walleye in during the transition between summer and…
The Secret to Catching More Walleye this Fall: Find the Frogs
The fall frog migration is a great time to target walleye. Jason Mitchell shares a few tips on where and how to target these…
Leadcore Tactics: Catch More Walleye in Current
When you’re trolling leadcore in reservoirs, there are a few key adjustments you need to make to land more walleye when going with vs…
Tips for Targeting Weed Walleye in the Summer
It’s no surprise that there is always a population of walleye that will live in the weeds. However, these weeds change and get taller…
How to Catch More Walleye With a Jig This Summer
Jigging below the boat is a common tactic for targeting midsummer walleye. Below we discuss how to choose the best jig size and line to…
Use This Simple Tactic To Improve Your Trolling Precision in Shallow Water
Successfully trolling in shallow water means being precise. One way to improve precision is to adjust the angle of your rod with your rod…
Quick Tips to Catching Dirty Water Walleye on Devils Lake
Dirty water in the spring can make fishing tough. We cover a quick tip on water color to help you find more post spawn…
Key Locations for Early Season Post Spawn Walleye
Post spawn walleye often don’t travel far from their spawning sites and can be found by looking for a few key…
Slip Bobber Walleyes
On so many natural lakes, slip bobbers are deadly on walleye, particularly early in the season and during the toughest…
Jerkbait Techniques for Trophy Smallmouth Bass
Pre-spawn smallmouth bass provide some of the most fun fishing of the season and using jerkbaits is often an effective…
Big Prop Crankbait Trolling Tactics
Effective trolling tactics generally incorporate the use of a bow mount trolling motor, but as summer moves along… things begin to…
How to Use Your Vexilar in Shallow Water
Jason Mitchell shares a few helpful tips on how to use your Vexilar effectively when ice fishing in shallow…
Shallow Water Trout Fishing Tactics
Fishing for trout through the ice can be a blast, especially in shallow water. Craig Oyler shares his best tips on how to target…
Ice Fishing Crappie: How to Find Them Fast
Tony Mariotti, an Ice Team Pro, shares his best strategies for finding and catching big crappies in western…
The Complete Guide to Locating Early Ice Crappie
On so many natural lakes (that have good water visibility) finding crappies at early ice is all about finding the best…
Midsummer Cabbage Panfish Patterns
Tony Mariotti shares his best tips for locating and catching midsummer…
Speed Rigging for Walleye
Rigging has continued to evolve over time and remains a deadly option for catching walleye throughout the season, but what is speed…
Jigging Tips for Walleye
Walleye anglers love jigging because not only are jigs fun to fish but also this presentation is extremely…
How to Use Jerkbaits for Walleye
Jerkbaits have been in tackle boxes for decades but are becoming more popular with mainstream walleye…
Night Walleye Fishing Tips
On many bodies of water, the best walleye fishing happens after dark and there are a few key tricks that are important to keep in…