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Midwest fishing guides, weather tips, and Catch & Cook recipes

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Dozens of panfish spread on fresh snow after a successful ice fishing trip
Fishing Conditions

Ice Fishing 101: Tip-Ups, Safety, and Your First Hole

July 7, 2026 Fishing conditions, ice fishing, panfish

Bright sunfish colors show up even on a cold ice-fishing day. Hard-water season is here,…

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Top-down view of an ice fishing hole with tip-up gear
Catch & Cook Catfish
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Campfire Dutch Oven Catfish

After checking bank poles or limb lines, nothing beats a Dutch oven full of catfish…

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July 7, 2026
Fresh panfish in a tub after a successful fishing trip
Catch & Cook Panfish
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Beer-Battered Perch Strips

Fresh perch like these are perfect for beer-battered strips. Yellow perch fillets love a cold…

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July 7, 2026
Compound bow overlooking an autumn forest
Catch & Cook Venison
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Venison Chili for Cold Weather

Ground venison makes lean, flavorful chili that does not need much doctoring. Brown the meat…

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July 7, 2026
Tip-up flags and fishing rods on a snow-covered frozen lake
Catch & Cook Panfish Conditions
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Shore Lunch on the Ice

Even a single sunfish on the ice can anchor a shore-lunch plan. A solid ice-fishing…

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July 7, 2026
Assorted panfish laid out on a wooden cutting board ready for filleting
Catch & Cook Panfish
bluegill, panfish, recipes 1 Comments

Classic Midwest Panfish Fry

Nothing closes a good panfish trip like a proper shore lunch. This Midwest-style panfish fry…

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July 7, 2026
Assorted panfish laid out on a wooden cutting board ready for filleting
Fishing Panfish Conditions Weather
Matthew Barometric, Fishing, Pressure, Weather 0 Comments

Feeling the Weight? Rain’s Downpour? Catching Panfish When the Sky is Grey

Tired of scratching that bass or trout itch? Sometimes, the best fishing for our favorite…

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March 4, 2026
Freshly caught yellow perch in a stainless pan at a fishing camp table
Fishing Panfish
Matthew 2 Comments

Chasing the Perch: A Guide to Catching Yellow Perch

There's a certain thrill in reeling in a plump, silvery fish that flashes in the…

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March 4, 2026
Largemouth bass held up with a scenic lake and hills in the background
Fishing Smallmouth Bass
Matthew 3 Comments

Mastering Smallmouth Bass Fishing: Tips for Bronzebacks

Lip-grip photos work well for bass — support the body and keep the fish wet.…

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March 1, 2026
Fresh panfish in a tub after a successful fishing trip
Fishing Panfish
Matthew bluegill, panfish 4 Comments

Mastering the Art of Bluegill Fishing: A Complete Guide

Where to Look for Bluegill Bluegill thrive in freshwater environments across North America, making them…

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March 1, 2026

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  1. Late Ice Panfish: End-of-Season Tactics for Bluegill, Crappie, and Perch - Drowning Fish Rescue on Mastering the Art of Bluegill Fishing: A Complete Guide
  2. Farm Pond Fishing in the Midwest: Bluegill, Bass, and Simple Multi-Species Tactics - Drowning Fish Rescue on Midwest Weedline Fishing: Bass and Panfish on the Deep Edge
  3. Kayak Fishing Midwest Lakes: Safety, Wind, and How to Fish from a Paddle Craft - Drowning Fish Rescue on Mastering Smallmouth Bass Fishing: Tips for Bronzebacks
  4. Camp Coffee and Cold-Weather Shore Lunch Kit for Ice and Bank Fishing - Drowning Fish Rescue on Late Ice Panfish: End-of-Season Tactics for Bluegill, Crappie, and Perch
  5. Venison Breakfast Hash (and Snack Sticks Worth Packing) - Drowning Fish Rescue on Venison Chili for Cold Weather
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