Seaguar on the Water

The swordfish is a prized catch anywhere they swim and right at the top of many anglers' "bucket lists." They are elusive, large, and will put a serious test on your equipment. By nature, they are nomadic fish that feed near the surface at night and move to extreme depths during daylight hours.

Spring is prime time for big bass, and anglers everywhere are out in full force when the fishing is good, as early in the year can be some of the best fishing all year long. It is a time of year when the big bass move shallow to spawn and give anglers the chance to catch their biggest bass of the year or even a lifetime.

Throughout the Northland, intrepid anglers are taking their first tentative steps onto the frozen surfaces of pine-studded lakes, welcoming another season of hardwater fishing. After weeks of organizing tackle, sharpening auger blades, charging batteries, and spooling reels, holes are being cut, bites are being triggered, and fish tails are slapping the ice.

All across the northland, morning frost on the windshield and crunchy leaves underfoot mean only one thing to avid anglers: ice fishing is just around the corner. The first weeks of walkable ice encompass some of the best action of the entire hard water season, and it’s important to be prepared when the time comes to take those first steps onto your favorite lake.

We’d be willing to bet that you’ve encountered a situation like this: aggressive fish are prowling the water below, and you’re itching for a fight. Perhaps they’ve revealed themselves on your boat’s sonar system, or maybe, if the water is clear enough, you’ve spotted them cruising beneath the waves with your own two eyes. 

Fall is a season of change: green leaves turn brilliant shades of amber and crimson, resident waterfowl feel primal urges to gather in large numbers and fly south, and many outdoor enthusiasts contemplate trading their boat seats for deer stands.