Ice Fishing

ice fishing

Ice fishing is the angling technique of catching fish through a hole in the ice on top of a frozen lake or pond. Fishermen typically use a light-weight rod and reel, tip up or a hand line with bait and hook. However, some anglers may use a spear or gig for their chosen fish species, depending upon their environment. Avid fishermen will attempt to catch fish, even if the lake has frozen over. If … [Read more...]

What is Fishing?

Fishing with a spinning rod and reel.

Fishing is a technique that has been used by humans for many thousands of years as a means to catch fish or other seafood species. There are many different fishing techniques that are utilized on the world's marine environments by fishermen trying to secure their catch. If you are a sport fisherman you may understand the phrase, 'that is why they call it fishing and not catching'. Commercial … [Read more...]