DULUTH — When the News Tribune ran a story in March on how jigs are by far the No. 1 lure for the most world-record fish, it probably didn’t surprise any walleye anglers in Minnesota. The data from ...

The early-season walleye bite is fast, shallow, and aggressive. Use these tactics to make the most of first ice. After months of anticipation, first ice is finally here! And there may be no better ...

A hard hook set followed by the weight of a heavy fish did much to ease the apprehension that comes with most fishing trips, particularly ones to somewhat distant waters visited just a few times a ...

In last week’s column I looked at the use of bucktail jigs on lake-dwelling walleyes. Interestingly, bucktail jigs also excel on river walleyes during the fall. In fact, generally our area rivers — ...

Two experienced walleye anglers share their tips and techniques for fishing in Pennsylvania. Effective bait and lure choices for walleye include jigs, minnow imitations, and live bait like ...

It’s time to dust off that tackle box and tie on a jig, because New York’s walleye season opens May 1 and runs through March 15, 2024. It’s also opening day for lure-crushing northern pike, pickerel, ...

For scores of Youngstown-Warren-area anglers, spring officially arrived the moment they grasp the back of a fat prespawn walleye and remove their jig from the fish's mouth. Walleye fishing is as sure ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › What is a jig? Well, depending on who you’re talking to a jig could be anything from a ...

ON LAKE WINNIBIGOSHISH – The surprise Saturday on the first day of Minnesota’s inland walleye and northern pike season wasn’t that the fish were or weren’t biting. They’re always biting somewhere, ...

Fishing continues to get better and better for all species. As water temps continue to fall and the days become shorter, the ...

Something new for 2025 on Devils Lake will be a tagging study the North Dakota Game and Fish Department is planning to examine exploitation rates. With North Dakota’s fishing season open year-round, ...