The deep-water dance
Chasing deep-water crappie in autumn offers the perfect mix of challenge and reward. Here’s what you need to know to get on this fun late-season bite.
2020 fishing survey results revealed
Results from Ontario’s recreational fishing survey has been released. The survey provides a comprehensive provincial perspective on angling.
Getting back to classic gear
No matter how you like to fish, there will come a time when something you’re using becomes a classic, and a go-to.
Giant lake trout iced
A morning full of mishaps ended with a monstrously large lake trout in the hands of Red Lake resident Sam Boucha.
Minister impressed by participation
MNRF Minister Graydon Smith was impressed by angler participation while visiting a Lake Simcoe fishing derby.
FMZ 15 changes on hold
A proposed plan that would reduce ice fishing seasons in Fisheries Management Zone (FMZ) 15 will not be implemented until at least 2024.
Fishing the icy wilds of Red Lake
If you go ice fishing in the Red Lake area once I can guarantee you will want to make it an annual visit. This fishing paradise is far north.
2022 Fishing Survey results
The 2022 Fishing Survey drew hundreds of participants last year, and here are the results. Keep your eyes open for our next campaign.
Ice fishing as the great equalizer
What I've always loved about ice fishing — aside from being a great excuse to be outdoors — is that it is the most inclusive fishing option.