Walleye & Spinners: A Perfect Match
As spring gives way to summer, walleye patterns start to change. The fish are not moving as slowly, so a jig and minnow, or a...
Gord Ellis
Tiller vs. Console: Which Boat is Better?
Choosing a boat is one of those decisions most people only make once or twice in their lifetime. Buying a boat is a major decision...
Small River Trout Fishing
A classic trout creek or river may not always be swift, clear, and pretty. However, a lot of them in northwest Ontario are, which is...
The Joys of Ice-Out Trout Fishing
It had already been a fine fishing trip and the outing had only just begun. On the third cast I had managed to land one...
Getting Started in the Wild Turkey Game
It was about 45 minutes into the first hour of the turkey hunt when I spotted the bird. It was a gobbler, slinking along the...
Stocked Trout Fishing in Northern Ontario
For many winter anglers in northern Ontario, the first taste of ice fishing likely took place on a lake, reservoir or creek that had been...
Going Electric: Ice Augers
It was a snappy January morning on the ice, with the temperature down in -25 C (-13 F) territory. It was cold enough that it...
All About Winter Jigging Spoons
If you are like me, picking your first lure to start fishing with requires some thought. Sure, there are always the obvious go-to choices—fishing with...