Walleye

Types of Sportsmen

Types of Sportsmen

Types of Sportsman Sportsmen and women come in all different shapes, sizes, ages, etc. We have our own individual personalities that make us each unique. We come from different walks of life. Work different types of careers or go to different schools. Have different political and religious views. etc. It seems, at times; about the […]

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July Fishing Guide For Iowa Areas to Locate and Catch Early Spring Bass

July Fishing Guide for Iowa

The Iowa Sportsman’s July Fishing Guide For Iowa’s Hottest Spots  July in Iowa can be best described by stating that things are starting to heat up! Temperatures across the state will range from the mid to upper eighties for highs and lows from the low to mid-sixties. This time of year, can be tough, the […]

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The Welcome Sign is out at Devils Lake

The Welcome Sign is out at Devils Lake

The Welcome Sign is out at Devils Lake  It’s summer. The crops are planted. The kids are out of school. There are no excuses. It’s time to head to Devils Lake, North Dakota and catch some fish.    Do it in your boat with your gear. Or, better yet, leave the boat home and hire […]

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Spring Walleye in Iowa

Spring Walleye in Iowa

  Spring Walleye in Iowa As winter begins to lose its hold on much of Iowa, anglers focus on spring fishing throughout the state. For the most part, by April, ice has all but left the lakes, and there is an influx of freshwater bringing in nutrients as well as tasty morsels in the form […]

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Iowa Fishing Destinations May 2025 

Iowa Fishing Destinations May 2025 

Iowa Fishing Destinations May 2025  The month of May is right around the corner, anglers from all over the state have been getting out and enjoying the fishing Iowa has to offer.  May offers anglers a fantastic opportunity to catch any species they desire.  Now is the perfect time to plan that next fishing trip, […]

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Walleye Tricks and Tackle Fishing Iowa’s Big Three

Walleye Tricks and Tackle

Walleye Tricks and Tackle Walleye, by far, has to be one of the most sought-after freshwater fish and one that every angler loves to fish fry. There are many great walleye fisheries in the State, along with two of the Nation’s biggest rivers that bookend our State, the Missouri in the west and the Mississippi […]

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January ice tactics

JANUARY ICE TACTICS 

JANUARY ICE TACTICS  January in Iowa is best described by one word…cold. Average temperatures will range from highs in the low 30’s, dipping to 6 degrees by morning. Ice still dominates lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Ice fishing remains the mainstay for going after crappie, bluegill, perch, and walleye.  SAFETY FIRST  As any ice angler knows, […]

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Ice Fishing Destinations in Iowa 

Ice Fishing Destinations in Iowa

Ice Fishing Destinations in Iowa  The ice cracked beneath my boots as I took my first step onto the frozen lake, the sound echoing across the quiet winter landscape. My daughter had been excited about this trip all week, as it would be her first time ice fishing, and I was secretly just as eager […]

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Walleye Tricks and Tackle Fishing Iowa’s Big Three

Fishing Iowa’s Big Three

Fishing Iowa’s Big Three There’s nothing like taking the boat out on a big body of water and exploring the endless possibilities available to not only anglers but to recreational boaters, skiers, windsurfing, sailing; the list goes on. We’re going to explore exploring the big three here in Iowa, Saylorville Lake, Red Rock Lake, and […]

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Reasons to Go Ice Fishing in Minnesota

Reasons to Go Ice Fishing in Minnesota

10 Reasons to Go Ice Fishing in Minnesota This Winter Minnesota is literally ice fishing paradise, offering unique advantages that make it a premier destination for anglers during the winter months. From an abundance of lakes to a rich fishing culture, here are the top 10 reasons to ice fish in Minnesota this winter. 1. […]

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