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    • Ice Fishing Tips
      • Skid House Maintenance – Tips for Longevity
      • What to Consider When Shopping for Ice Fishing Lines
      • How to Ice Fish for Trout
      • Tips for Spearfishing on Ice
      • Ice Fishing Pros and Cons: Live Bait or Artificial Bait
      • Tips for Ice Fishing with Children
      • Our Favorite Ice Fishing Snacks
      • What To Pack For Ice Fishing – A Packing Guide
      • What is the Best Ice Fishing Bait to Use While Ice Fishing?
      • Keeping Warm While Ice Fishing
      • Ice Fishing in Minnesota – 5 Tips and Techniques!
    • Ice Fishing Information
      • Exploring the World of Ice Fishing Shelters: Why the Fish House
      • How to Correctly Drill Holes for Ice Fishing
      • Safe Ice Fishing Techniques
      • How to Attract Fish when Spearfishing
      • How to Clean Your Catch – Gutting a Fish
      • How to Choose the Right Ice Fishing Rod
      • The History of Ice Fishing
      • How to Prepare your Equipment for Ice Fishing Season
      • A Guide to Ice Fishing for Beginners
      • What to Keep in an Ice Fishing Tackle Box
      • Safe Ice Thickness for Ice Fishing
      • A Guide to Ice Houses
      • 10 Best Ice Fishing Lakes in the US
      • Why An Aluminum Skid Ice House is the Best on the Market
      • Make The Most Of Your Winter Fishing Season Using An Ice Fishing House
      • Summerizing your Ambush Skid House
      • What to Look for In an Ice Fishing Shanty
      • Why You Need an Insulated Fishing Shelter
      • Ice Fishing Safety – How to Check For Safe Ice Thickness!
      • What is a Skid Fish House?
      • Fishing on the Ice with an Ice House
    • About Us
    • Why Ambush?
      • Fishing First
      • Meet The Explorer Wheel House: Elevate Your Ice Fishing Adventure
      • Meet the Slammer – A Full Introduction to the Slammer
      • The Advantages of a Darkhouse Spearing Skid House
      • What is the Ideal Skid House Weight?
      • Best Ice Fishing Shacks in 2021
      • NEW Skid House Accessories
      • New Ambush Fishing Ice House Colors to Hit the Market
      • Revive your Passion for Fishing with Ambush’s Skid Ice House
      • The Best Ambush Ice Fishing Shacks
      • Portable Ice House
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What to Consider When Shopping for Ice Fishing Lines

April 7, 2023 By Weicks-Webmaster In Ice Fishing Tips No Comments
Ice fishing is a beloved winter pastime for many anglers. It offers a chilly, unique experience and a chance to catch fish that are more troublesome during warmer months. However, ice fishing requires specialized equipment, including the right type of fishing line. From line strength to the type and size of fish, there are a [...]
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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 [...]
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Tips for Spearfishing on Ice

February 17, 2022 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Spearfishing on ice is a form of fishing that has been used for years. In climates where it gets cold enough for bodies of water to freeze, it is a technique still used to harvest fish. Some anglers spearfish on ice for enjoyment and others do it to provide for their families. Ice spearing takes […]

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How to Break a Skid House Free From the Ice

January 27, 2022 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

After your skid house has been sitting on the ice a while or even after a long day of ice fishing on the lake, it is common for your skid house to freeze to the ice. Although this can seem like a huge inconvenience when you are trying to pack up and head off the […]

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Ice Fishing Camera

The Advantage of Ice Fishing Cameras

January 13, 2022 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Take ice fishing in your skid house to the next level. How you may ask.  An underwater camera design for ice fishing. With an ice fishing camera, you can better see exactly what is happening under the ice. Underwater cameras allow you to know if your target species is around or interested in your bait. […]

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Ice Fishing Techniques

December 30, 2021 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Whether you are just getting into ice fishing or are a seasoned professional, there is always room to “sharpen your saw” or learn another technique. Next time you head out in your skid house, try one of these ice fishing techniques. Even if you have been on the ice for years, there might come a […]

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Live Vs Artificial bait

Ice Fishing Pros and Cons: Live Bait or Artificial Bait

September 30, 2021 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Your skid house loaded up for your next ice fishing trip, but you can’t decide if you want to take live bait or artificial bait? It’s a question ice fishermen discuss often. Every fisherman has their own opinion on using live bait or artificial bait and what they think is the best ice fishing bait. […]

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Ice Fishing with Children

Tips for Ice Fishing with Children

September 16, 2021 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Ice fishing is a fun activity that allows you to create lasting memories with your kids.  With a few safety precautions and some extra preparation, you can make sure it’s a good family bonding experience. Keep these tips in mind when you’re ice fishing with children: Make sure the ice is thick. Making sure the […]

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Our Favorite Ice Fishing Snacks

September 2, 2021 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

To most people, ice fishing conjures an image of a poor, half-frozen, fishing enthusiast stuck on an old bucket in the middle of the lake. However, modern ice fishing has changed with the introduction of ice skid houses. Unlike when living in an ice tent during an ice fishing trip, an ice skid house allows […]

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What To Pack For Ice Fishing – A Packing Guide

August 26, 2021 By Weicks-Webmaster In Blog, Ice Fishing Resources, Ice Fishing Tips No Comments

Ice fishing is a popular sport enjoyed by many during the cold season. For those who head out to the frozen lakes, however, it is important to pack well so your time out there is comfortable and enjoyable. There are items to pack to help you catch your fish, and there are other essentials you’ll […]

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