By Christian Ward | December 8th, 2009
Experts in the Rhinelander, WI area are forecasting what is expected to be a “significant outbreak” of Ice Mania over the December 17th – 20th time period.
Ice Mania, clinically known as “Glacies Appareo”, is a condition that occurs predominantly in humans and is characterized by excessive or intense enthusiasm, interest, or compulsion for all aspects of ice fishing. Little is known about the exact cause of Ice Mania; however experts do agree on three key indicators: that the condition does not discriminate in age or gender, that it manifests mostly in residents of what is commonly called the “Ice Belt” region of the United States, and that it only seems to occur whenever several inches of ice is found covering medium- to large-sized bodies of freshwater known to contain fish. (more…)
By Staff Writer | November 27th, 2009
To all NAIFC anglers,
As a competitor on the North American Ice Fishing Circuit (NAIFC), MarCum Technologies recognizes that you are one of the elite—an expert ice angler who is competing on some of North America’s most hallowed ice venues. You’re one of those select anglers who is out there day after day in the elements, cutting holes, searching for fish, and fine-tuning presentations. To catch fish and get the job done, you rely on the finest tackle, gear and electronics.
It’s for these reasons and more that MarCum Technologies is offering you a rare and exclusive opportunity to join the MarCum field-staff—to become a key member of MarCum’s angling/promotions team. MarCum Technologies values your talent, not only as a competitive angler, but as an outdoor promoter and communicator. (more…)
By Mike McNett | November 15th, 2009
2009 NAIFC Championship Fishing Boundaries on Boom Lake
The preliminary boundaries are set for the 2009 NAIFC Championship on Boom Lake. Anglers participating in the event should be ready to fish any water on the system. There are many factors that can contribute to the adjustment of boundaries, at any time leading up to the event. The above image shows the intended fishing areas, in orange, for the upcoming event. The final boundaries will be set at the rules meeting, the Friday night prior to the event.
