Fishing Tips Articles & Guides

Expert fishing articles, pro staff gear breakdowns, and technique guides from FishUSA anglers.

FishUSA Staff · January 22, 2026

Big-Water Ice Fishing: Tactics for the Great Lakes and Large Reservoirs

So you’ve mastered small inland lakes and you’re ready to step up. Now the question becomes: how do you take everything...

FishUSA Staff · January 22, 2026

Tips for Beginner Ice Anglers: Start Safe, Stay Warm, Catch Fish

Curious about ice fishing but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. Plenty of people want to try it but get overwhe...

FishUSA Staff · January 15, 2026

Tungsten vs. Lead for Ice Fishing: When Each Jig Wins

Ask a serious hardwater angler whether tungsten or lead catches more fish and you’ll start a campfire debate. The “tungs...

FishUSA Staff · January 14, 2026

Best States for Ice Fishing in the U.S.: Top Destinations and Signature Species

If you’re dreaming about plowed ice roads, glowing electronics, and the thunk of a good walleye on the ice, your first q...

FishUSA Staff · January 13, 2026

Why Vertical Glide Baits Should Be a Staple Lure for Ice Anglers

Most ice anglers lean on the same comfort lures every winter: small tungsten jigs, spoons, and deadsticks. They catch fi...

FishUSA Staff · January 13, 2026

Ice Fishing North Dakota: Best Lakes, Species, and Tips for a Successful Hardwater Season

Ask serious hardwater anglers where they’d go for jumbo perch and big walleyes, and you’ll hear the same answer again an...

Jason Sealock · January 7, 2026

Fishing Spring Creeks For Trout In The Winter

Knowing the nuances of spring-fed waters can lead you to better fishing at times when trout fishing gets tough or nonexi...

FishUSA Staff · January 2, 2026

How to Tip-Up Fish for Lake Trout: Complete Setup, Baits, and Tactics

If you’ve ever wondered how to tip-up fish for lake trout the right way, you’re not alone. Nothing gets your heart pound...

FishUSA Staff · December 31, 2025

Ice Fishing Wisconsin: Best Lakes, Species, and Tips for a Successful Hardwater Season

When winter locks in and the lakes glaze over, Wisconsin doesn’t go quiet—it comes alive. Shanty villages grow on Lake W...

FishUSA Staff · December 30, 2025

Ice Fishing Michigan: Best Lakes, Species, and Tips for a Successful Season

When winter locks Michigan in ice, the state doesn’t shut down—it just changes gears. Shanty towns pop up on big bays, t...

FishUSA Staff · December 26, 2025

Ice Fishing for Crappie on Small Lakes: Location, Gear, and Tactics

When winter locks up your local waters, ice fishing for crappie on small lakes might be the most overlooked way to stack...

FishUSA Staff · December 26, 2025

Ice Fishing Minnesota: Best Lakes, Species, and Tips for a Legendary Hardwater Season

Ask a serious hardwater angler where they’d go if they could pick one state for the winter, and you’ll hear the same ans...