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TIPS AND TRICKS FOR FILLETING AND PREPARING NORTHERN PIKE BY: KRISTINE OSTERTAG Most anglers have encountered a Northern Pike at some point, whether they are ice or summer fishermen. Some anglers may have targeted them, while others have caught them fishing other species. It is shockin

IDEAL FOR BEER-BATTERED FISH AND CHIPS BY: ROY HEILMAN It was a long winter here in the Northland. I’m not sure it’s gone yet, though the calendar says spring has arrived. I could really go for some fresh fish. Unfortunately, lake ice lingers, and the fishing opener is weeks away. So

HIGH-QUALITY STAINLESS STEEL FLY FISHING TOOLS: AN ANGLER'S BEST FRIEND WHEN WORKING WITH FLIES AND OTHER SMALL BAITS The dry fly lands gently in the current seam above the trout. As it floats downstream, the trout sees it, and with vibrating fins and a quick push with his tail, he tipp

How to Scout, Locate, and Lock Down a Bird By Kristine Ostertag It’s finally that time of the year when hunters start prepping their camo, blinds, and shotguns to chase that trophy longbeard. In recent years, turkey hunting has witnessed an evolution in gear and technology, which has made i

High-Precision Knives Yield Delectable Results Harvesting fresh fish for the table remains a central part of the angling experience. The classic Friday fish fry – with walleye as the featured guest – remains a time-honored tradition in the upper Midwest. The striped bass is premium table fare