As water temps drop, bass move into slower bank-side pockets and back eddies where they can rest and let the current bring food to them. Target these areas with a hair jig, fish it slow along the bottom, and use light line for better sensitivity. Give each pocket 15–30 minutes — you might be surprised how productive winter fishing can be! 🎣Editorial Staff
Our forefathers braved brutal winters with far less gear than we have today. Thankfully, modern ice anglers come prepared! With ice starting to form up north, hardwater season is almost here. Once it sets, target the shallows, vary your lure sizes, and match your bait to local forage. Who’s ready to get out on the ice? 🧊🐟Editorial Staff
