What's the best tip?

[Wolffy]

What's the best tip you could give an ice Fisher whether it's a new person or a seasoned ice vet? I know safety is a number one priority but let's skip that.

[Fowlmouth]

its all how you wiggle your jiggle stick

[LoonASea]

Its the same as getting in line behind me checking out at walmart,,,Get as far away from me as possible!!! I have the same luck getting behind some one at walmart as I do fishing ,,,hope this helps

[monstermoose78]

If you don't find them move, move, and move until you find them.

[kevfish1]

Have to agree with monster man. Some people just set up and fish for hours in one place and complain that they are not biting. They put wheels and sleds under those houses for a reason

[jigginjim]

many guys drill holes completely thru to check depth and for fish. If you can first ice without thick snow, I use a saline solution on the ice, scrape off just enough snow to get a good reading. If the ice is gray, with lots of air pockets drill only enough to get a good shot down.

[Naturboy]

Slide your knot to the back of the jigs eye after each hook set

[Kyle]

I would say learning how to read and accurately use a lake map is key. You will not catch fish if you don't know where to go or where your at. A lake master chip and a basic flasher are at the top of the list for me.

[Kyle]

I would say learning how to read and accurately use a lake map is key. You will not catch fish if you don't know where to go or where your at. A lake master chip and a basic flasher are at the top of the list for me.

[Alagnak]

I don't think its the best advice, but the most common I see people do in MN is to drive right up to shanty town and drill 11' from someone's perm. The original MN fish locator. Lazy d bags.

[th64]

Always have 2 lines out. 2 lines doubles your odds (I know 'duhh") what other piece of advice doubles your odds? And lots of people do not do it. Second line next to the first is ok but why not have one shallow and one deep? I even use tip ups for panfish, yep I know even if you do everything right it does not work that well but it can tip you off to an area that is good or turning on. Not convinced? Then please fish with me and I'll get 3 lines out!

[WalleyeSlayer21]

Just use common sense when proceding on the ice, make sure to have food and pop packed for slow times and lots of bait for busy times.

[ZachD]

I will agree on the move move move.. But since it was all ready said I will post something different that kind of goes along with it.

Don't get stuck on a spot or lure because it was hot before. I have fished with many guys who will always want to fish the same spot because years ago it was hot, Then don't want to move because if they are not biting in there secret spot they must not be biting anywhere.

Don't be afraid of trying new things! If you always fish points try fishing flats if you always use a wax worms try minnow heads. Minnows? Try plastics mix it up its fun

[Boar]

Respect distance of others and if you pack it in, pack it out.

[rascal23]

I WILL say it again! Move,Move,Move, and move some more. And odd as it sounds, if the bite is good - move. The best time to scout new spots is when you know they're biting. Use light line- 2-4lb and fish without a float. Learn to watch your tip if it's light enough. Use a spring bobber if not. Watch your line as well.

rascal

[Mr.Seaguar]

Every year new and improved gear will come out. You don't need it. Stick with stuff you already have. Sometimes new advances will increase your catch but generally not.

[pushbutton]

I don't think its the best advice, but the most common I see people do in MN is to drive right up to shanty town and drill 11' from someone's perm. The original MN fish locator. Lazy d bags.

Lol....yes, very solid advice, and can sometimes be effective If you want to step up your game though, would concur with Kyle and learn to utilize maps/technolgy.... and how to drill less

[MNice]

Don't take anything to serious, just have fun.

[leech~~]

Its the same as getting in line behind me checking out at walmart,,,Get as far away from me as possible!!! I have the same luck getting behind some one at walmart as I do fishing ,,,hope this helps

Randy, you antisocial old bas-trd!

[Spike76]

Stay warm and enjoy your time outside. Make sure you know the fishing regs. for the lake you're on. The D.N.R. has slots on some lakes to have larger northern pike. They have different regs. for different species.

[mccullen]

Why does it need to be a saline solution? Just drill a hole and grab lake water?!! If you drill holes only half way down you are "one of those guys." Please just finish the hole so no one breaks a leg out there! My advice for you is to think of other fishermen that will come after you. Imagine how bad your ankle/leg would feel taking a tumble into a half finished hole. Put water on top or drill ALL the way through. Think of others that will come after you!

[mccullen]

many guys drill holes completely thru to check depth and for fish. If you can first ice without thick snow, I use a saline solution on the ice, scrape off just enough snow to get a good reading. If the ice is gray, with lots of air pockets drill only enough to get a good shot down.

Drill your dang holes ALL THE WAY THROUGH no matter what!!!! This is the same selfish thinking that makes it easier on you but breaks a future fisherman of the same area's ankle!!! Think of other that will use the lake! Also why do you use a saline solution? Just use an empty "pop" can and take some lake water, much easier than remembering to bring your saline solution each time out!

[Grum]

Respect distance of others and if you pack it in, pack it out.

+1 A little common courtesy and a positive attitude can make even the slowest days into good memories of knowing that you have done and acted your best as a sportsman in the great outdoors.