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The ice season on Devils Lake is in full swing. Garrett Bonham and the crew at Bry's Guide Service are reporting excellent mobility and steady action on the hard water. As co-owner of Ed's Bait Shop, Garrett has his finger on the pulse of the lake, coordinating with guides who are on the ice daily…
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Featuring Pat Kalmerton & Johnnie Candle Can you believe we are already thinking about summer? While the temperatures might still be chilly, the buzz is heating up for one of the most legendary events in North Dakota fishing history. In a recent interview, Pat Kalmerton sat down with tournament host…
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The Ice is Ready: Plan Your Ultimate Devils Lake Fishing Trip with Fin Hunters Guide Service Welcome to 2026! The new year is here, and in Devils Lake, North Dakota, that means one thing: the ice fishing season is in full swing. In our latest outdoor report, we caught up with Cody Roswick…
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Happy New Year from Devils Lake! As the sun sets on the final day of the year, we aren't just looking back at the memories made; we are looking forward to the fresh starts and new adventures that 2026 holds. There is something truly special about the turn of the calendar—it’s a blank slate, a…
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If you are looking for a last-minute holiday getaway or planning a trip for the New Year, Devils Lake, North Dakota is currently offering some of the best early-winter conditions we’ve seen. In a recent conversation with local guide Aaron McQuoid of McQuoid Outdoors, we got the lowdown on ice…
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The ice shows are wrapped up, the gear is scattered across the living room floor, and the excitement is palpable. In this week's Devils Lake Outdoor Report, Pat Kalmerton of PATTRIE Productions gives us the lowdown fresh from the St. Paul and Wisconsin ice shows. The consensus? The ice is…
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If you needed a sign that ice fishing season has arrived, Mother Nature just delivered a loud and clear message. As of 5:00 AM this morning (12/13), the mercury dipped to a crisp -18°F, with a biting windchill of -39°F. While that might sound intimidating to some, for the anglers and guides of…
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We caught up with the legendary Jason Mitchell of Jason Mitchell Outdoors right here on the floor of the St. Paul Ice Fishing Show to get the lowdown on current conditions at Devils Lake. If you’re itching to get on the hard water, the news is promising. While Jason spent the days leading up to…
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With the Christmas tree in Bridgestone Park officially lit and the first snow settling in, the Hometown Holiday season has truly begun in the Lake Region. There’s something unmistakable about that moment. The way the lights shimmer against fresh snow, the way families gather close for photos, and…
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The answer to “Why ice fish?” is the same as when asked why do Americans own so many rifles, pistols and guns. Answer: Because we can! It’s in the Constitution (the gun part, not ice fishing), but it’s in the personal constitution of so many diehard outdoorsmen. And, it is becoming more popular each…
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