A couple millennia later, recreational fishermen continue to use this method ... for a variety of ice fishing scenarios. Some anglers opt for what are known as tip-up rigs as opposed to rod ...

Anglers are reminded to check ice conditions before venturing out, as warmer weather is causing accesses to deteriorate.

Damman brought a Beaver Dam tip-up he uses as a coach for the Shell Lake High School ice fishing team. It had a shiny, painted surface featuring the image of a northern pike. It worked ...