Which ice-fishing auger is best? Even if you own the best ice-fishing gear on the planet, you won’t get very far without a high-quality ice-fishing auger. These essential tools drill through the ...

GRAND FORKS – I wonder how many ice fishing enthusiasts out there have gas-powered ice augers gathering dust in their garages, sheds or wherever they store their fishing gear. Once a staple in the ...

Fishing tackle maker Rapala VMC Corp. announced Friday it has acquired two of the world's top auger makers, a move that bolsters its ice fishing business. Finland-based Rapala purchased the assets of ...

One of the most important tools for ice anglers is something to cut through the ice. If you cannot cut a hole in the ice you will not be fishing. There are several types of ice cutting tools and all ...

When Gov. Arne Carlson called off school in February of 1996 because of dangerously cold weather conditions, Joel Nelson burned white-hot with excitement. "I remember windchills were like minus-60 and ...

The Stihl BT 131 earth/ice auger features a larger fuel tank than previous models, so it can work longer with fewer refuels. It also includes a vertical pleated air filter for better air filtration, ...

Have you ever braved the crisp, winter air for a freshwater fish dinner? If you’ve never been ice fishing — this is your year. This “how-to” guide will help those new to getting out on the ice, plus ...

CHELAN COUNTY — I had been working my ice auger for 10 minutes, slowly grinding a round hole in the ice. Ten inches doesn’t sound very thick when you’re considering walking on a frozen lake, but when ...

"I thought there should be a way for anyone to scoop hard ice cream with ease," said an inventor, from Butternut, Wisc., "so ...