Walleye
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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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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Walleyes: The Springtime Spawn
Walleyes: The Springtime Spawn With the close of the ice season, many anglers dream about the rivers or lakes opening up and the hunt for big walleyes. Often times this transition is only a few weeks apart. Timing and water temperature are crucial along with depth and water levels in the river. A lot of […]
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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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Getting Ready for First Ice
Getting Ready for First Ice As the weather begins to cool and temperatures start dipping to freezing and below, every ice angler out there is getting ready for the first ice of the season. Before you grab your rod bag and ice shack. Make sure to pull the ole ice fishing suit out (to see […]
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Wastewater discharge in Fort Dodge reaches Des Moines River
Wastewater discharge in Fort Dodge reaches Des Moines River Article courtesy of Iowa Department of Natural Resources MEDIA CONTACT: Jeremy Klatt, DNR, at 641-425-8042, or Jeremy.Klatt@dnr.iowa.gov DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater discharge at the City of Fort Dodge in Webster County. On August 28, the DNR Field […]
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How to Make Your Child’s First Hunt a Success
Your Child’s Premier Outing What to think about and consider before you go So the time is finally here! You’re thinking the kids are old enough to go on their first hunt or fishing trip. Or so you hope! Just remember, their first experience might make or break any future times in the timber. If […]
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Best Iowa Destinations for Trophy Fish
Best Iowa Destinations for Trophy Fish Bass, walleye, and crappie are all favorite species for Iowa anglers to target. We’ve picked some of our favorite Iowa destinations for anyone fishing for these species. Large Mouth Bass One of our picks for the best bass location is Clear Lake. This 3,600 acre lake in north-central Iowa […]
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Take a Kid Fishing
Take a Kid Fishing Fishing has been a huge part of my life from a very early age. I can remember begging my dad to take me fishing on the weekends. He worked six days a week, church on Sunday mornings, but I just knew a father of seven kids wanted to take us fishing […]
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A Practical Plan to Purchasing Iowa Recreational Ground
A Practical Plan to Purchasing Iowa Recreational Ground If you’re an Iowa outdoorsman, you have probably dreamed of owning your own land, a piece you can call your own. A place to cast a line, blaze a trail, or just sit under the stars and connect with our creator and nature. We yearn for a […]
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