Tips for fishing with live minnows
A lively minnow dancing on a hook remains one of the best fishing presentations for catching walleye, perch, and many other species.
Top forward-facing sonar baits
You don't need forward-facing sonar to go out and catch a few fish. However these are my top choices for forward-facing sonar baits.
TBT: Fishing for winter ling
For often ignored angling and tasty fish, try something different this winter by fishing for burbot, or freshwater ling.
Knowing your bait
Live bait continues to be a great tool for anglers, but bait buckets provide one of the easiest ways for harmful invasive species to spread.
Province amending baitfish regs
Transporting preserved baitfish and leeches in baitfish management zone (BMZ) boundaries is allowed under amended regulations by the MNRF last month.
Good vibrations
Scientific and angler insights on vibrations influencing walleye as predators. Learn about their acoustic senses, and expert recommendations.
Ask a CO: Does a minnow trap need to be marked with the licence holder’s name?
This reader asks if a minnow trap needs to be marked with the owner's name, in this latest instalment of Ask A CO.
Fixing new bait rules
In case you haven't heard, the Ministry implemented a new Bait Management Strategy (BMS) at the start of 2022.
Tackling the pads for bass
Learn the intricacies of probing pad beds and discover what's lurking below. These bass provide first-rate excitement and bragging rights.