Pike & Muskie

By first prioritizing the types of structure they wanted to fish, the author, right, and Chris DePoala were able to get on the muskies quickly. The results are pictured here! Photo by Pete Maina.

Stick to these basic tactics and you’ll increase your odds of battling with a summer muskie.

Photo by Pete Maina

My home in the Twin Cities west metro is also my fishing headquarters. Every aspect of my arsenal is always…»

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We’re not sure who shot this video from Fairbanks, Alaska, but we’re certain it shows the predator nature of a…»

Josh Tiegen hefts a 46-inch muskie caught at Millicent Lake in the Pike Lake Chain. It takes time and an excellent fishery to produce a freshwater fish this large. Photo courtesy of Josh Tiegen.

Most women can remember the details of their first kiss. Many men from my generation learned to suppress emotional displays…»

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Few fisheries offer the options or opportunities of Minnesota’s share of mighty Lake Superior and its fish-rich major tributary, the…»

Photo by Josh Tiegen

For many anglers, the muskellunge represents the biggest fish they are likely to catch in a lifetime. This is true…»

The auhor caught this nice-sized river pike on the Grand River, one of his prize picks for early pike action.  Photo by Jim Bedford.

The northern pike that inhabit our rivers are probably the most under-utilized game fish in Michigan. That’s likely the case…»

Photo by Ron Sinfelt

Several years ago my hardwater fishing season kicked off on Rooney Lake, not far from Spooner. It was a good…»

image by Soc Clay

While many things in life and fishing are arguable (other than the fact that fish with teeth are really cool!),…»

Photo by Bret Alexander

“There’s just something special about tigers — they are a ton of fun to catch,” said Josh Stevenson, owner of…»

Guide Billy Rosner, with a 52-inch muskie.

Fishing for big muskies isn’t the same as chasing after walleyes, bass or hammer-handle pike. These are powerful fish that…»

Billy Rosner with a nice catch

Big muskies rarely come easily. If you’re a novice muskie angler, or if you find yourself on unfamiliar waters, you…»

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There are times when the convenience and effectiveness of artificial lures is great for late-season pickerel fishing.

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Spring fishing is some of the best of the year for northern pike, especially if you want to catch a big one! Here are some tips to help you score.

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It’s not easy to decide which Buckeye State lake provides the best muskie fishing year in and year out, but our expert thinks you’ll agree with his selection. (April 2010)

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Here’s where to find some great Buckeye State muskie fishing from shore or boat. (August 2009)

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How are our state fisheries managers doing when it comes to increased opportunities for muskies? We asked the experts and here’s what they had to say! (April 2009)

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Muskies in the 50-inch class show up every season in Ohio. State fisheries biologists say the new state-record muskie is out there waiting for you!

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Our muskie population is growing annually. Record-book catches of fish over 40 inches are increasing. Here’s where you can go this season to find your Huskie Muskie Club entry. (April 2008)

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These five lakes are where you need to be this month for for trophy-class muskie fishing with minimal competition. (August 2007)

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Try these biologist-recommended lakes for your shot at a 40-inch Ohio Huskie Muskie Club qualifier in 2007. (April 2007)

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August muskie fishing can be as productive as at any other time of year. Our expert has the lowdown on where to find your Husky Muskie this month. (August 2006)

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Here’s a look at five of Pennsylvania’s top-rated summertime muskie lakes — and how you can get in on the action this month. (July 2007)

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Some of the best trophy muskie fishing of the year takes place this month in Ohio. Here’s a look at some of the Buckeye State’s top summer muskie waters, according to biologists who study (and fish) for these toothy predators.

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July is prime time for river muskies, which may be found in many large and small rivers and creeks above and below the state’s major reservoirs and lakes. Our expert has the story. (July 2006)