NAIFC

Gill on Ice

So the lakes have frozen and you have arrived at the launch or a local access point to the lake. Time to gear up and go for the long walk off to the crowd for a day of jigging. Well not so fast. Your favorite shore fishing spot for panfish is holding these same fish in the winter. Yes that is true you are walking right over their backs in search of other fish while they wait just feet below you ready for the catching. (more…)

A good strategy is key.

Getting Started
Are You really ready to take the plunge into your tournament? I bet you cannot wait, but hold up you will have to get your fish in a row before you are fully ready for the big day. All tournaments can be approached in the same manner and there is a check list that will help you be ready for your win.
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Boom Lake Crappie Love

Rhinelander, WI - The city of Rhinelander, WI is internationally known as the “Home of the Hodag”.  Now, the mythical beast will get even more attention as the city is officially, “The Ice Fishing Capital of the World”.

The declaration, awarded this week to the city was filed by Mike Michalak on behalf of his company NorthPro Video, LLC.  Michalak is also a consultant with the North American Ice Fishing Circuit (NAIFC).  “The organization has held two national championships here the last couple years in addition to several qualifying events”, Michalak said.  “They were also the main thrust in getting the World Championships to Rhinelander in March, the first time it’s ever been held in America.”
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