Of The Outdoors: How To Get Started Ice Fishing

Learning how to ice fish can seem like a major undertaking for someone who's never tried it before, as the equipment is a lot smaller and more compact.

State warns that thieves are breaking into bobhouses and stealing gear

CONCORD – After several incidents in which people broke into bobhouses and stole gear, state Fish and Game Department officials are advising ice anglers not to leave items of value in their portable shanties used for ice fishing and to report suspicious activity to authorities. “The thefts are a serious legal violation and a real breach of trust for people who for years have believed their ...

USA Luge on tap at Blue Mountain Ski Area this season

Whenever a three-time Olympian speaks about their sport, you stop and listen.

Sportsmen's doldrums set in; tips for getting through

I'll take the blame for mentioning last week how an unusually warm winter had created bad ice conditions. Or rather, maybe I should now take the credit for bringing around a cold snap that should help strengthen the ice -- but don't assume a few bitter cold nights will make it so.

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Central Iowa ice BOONE – The sound of augers grinding through ice as far south as Hwy. 92 was sweet music to the ears of anglers. Winter weather had finally arrived in central Iowa covering most lakes with 4 to 6 inches of ice as of Sunday.