Ice Fishing Informational Archives

Who Makes the Best Fish House?

May 27, 2026 By Jayne Levi In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational No Comments

Ambush does. Yes, we know we make them and yes, we know that’s a bold statement but hear us out. When someone asks, “Who makes the best fish house?” they’re usually expecting a cautious answer. Maybe a list of brands. Maybe a comparison chart. Maybe someone trying to beat around the bush. That’s not us. [...]

How to break my skid house free from the ice?

April 29, 2026 By Michael Giesen In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Nothing puts a damper on a successful weekend of ice fishing quite like realizing your skid house has become a permanent part of the frozen lake. It’s a common scenario: you’ve spent days in comfort, the bite was on, and now it’s time to pack up. But when you try to pull away, your skid [...]

How do I heat my skid house?

February 11, 2026 By Michael Giesen In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

The Ultimate Guide to Staying Warm On the Ice Ice fishing is one of the great winter traditions — a chance to get outside, chase the bite, and enjoy time with friends or family. But when the thermometer drops and the wind bites, staying warm becomes your top priority. That’s where your skid house comes [...]

Composite & Aluminum Fish Houses: Built to Last on the Ice

November 25, 2025 By Jayne Levi In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational No Comments

Right now, you are asking, why should I be concerned about ice fishing houses made from composite materials. When you’re out on the ice, everything—from the gear you carry to the structure you rely on—needs to perform. That’s why at Ambush we’ve engineered our skid houses and wheel houses to a higher standard. At Ambush [...]

How do I transport my skid house to the lake?

October 28, 2025 By Jayne Levi In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational No Comments

Transporting your skid house to the lake is a whole lot different than getting a wheel house on the ice. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a newcomer to the sport, understanding the best methods for hauling your skid house can save you time, effort, and potential headaches. In this guide, we'll explore various transportation [...]

Why Choose a Skid House for Ice Fishing Instead of a Wheel House?

October 7, 2025 By Jayne Levi In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational No Comments

Ice anglers looking to upgrade from a pop-up shelter often land on the same big question: Should I buy a skid house or a wheel house? When it comes to ice fishing, wheel houses get a lot of attention because they look like campers and can double as RVs. But if your primary goal is [...]

How to Ice Fish for Trout

March 3, 2023 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Curious about ice fishing for trout? Ice fishing is a popular sport that has taken off in recent years. It involves catching fish through a hole cut into the ice on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers. Ice fishing for trout is especially popular due to the versatility of these fish, which can thrive in both [...]

ice fisherman drilling hole in ice with auger

How to Correctly Drill Holes for Ice Fishing

February 9, 2023 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Resources No Comments

Are you new to ice fishing? If so, then knowing how to properly drill holes in the ice is an important first step. You must get to the fish somehow, right? Learning the correct way will help ensure a safe and successful fishing trip. But how do you go about correctly drilling your ice fishing [...]

Safe Ice Fishing Techniques

May 25, 2022 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Resources No Comments

Safe ice fishing. Do these words even go together? Ice fishermen know there is no such thing as 100% safe ice. It’s an impossibility because of the natural variation in how ice forms, melts, and refreezes. Still, there are definitive steps that anglers can take to put the odds in their favor and stay safer […]

How to Attract Fish when Spearfishing

April 14, 2022 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Informational, Ice Fishing Resources No Comments

From aboriginal tribes to ancient Greece, early civilizations figured out how to attract fish while spearfishing and netting. According to the British Library Science Blog, the use of hanging baskets and men feeding fish as an early form of “fish aggregation devices,” allowed for the easy capture of big fish. Over the last 120 years, […]