Category Archives: Perch Fishing

Catching Lake Erie Perch

BB Fishing; the Double XL Ice Reel

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Mason

That iconic ice fishing reel made famous here in Michigan gets a “sizable” upgrade with the introduction of the BB Fishing ice reel. I sat down with owner Bronson Burch from Manitou Beach, Michigan…that’s Devil’s Lake south of Brooklyn where … Continue reading →

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My Twist on The Michigan Rig

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Mason

Anglers in Michigan have been adding a small dry fly to their ice line set-ups for decades.  It consists of either a lead or tungsten jig at the bottom of your line and about 12 inches above that, the fly.  … Continue reading →

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The Great Tungsten Ice Jig Debate…

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Mason

First off, that is a waste of time, call this a size guide and when to fish them. Secondly, not a word about the heater in the corner, it was cold that winter 🙂 Thirdly is actually a word and … Continue reading →

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Tightline, Free Fall, Spinning or Schooley?

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Mason

This seems to be the big debate the last few years in the ice fishing world, so this is my take on it. As far as spinning reels, love my Daiwa’s but when it comes to fishing for panfish through … Continue reading →

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The Deluxe Spoon Box from Clam Outdoors

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Mason

My staff order from Clam Outdoors came  in yesterday to the house from Minnesota.  If you are Facebook, you probably saw me go “Live”  showing the features of the new Stealth Spearfisher hub shelter.  One of the other items I … Continue reading →

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Perchnado V: the sequel x5

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Mason

What an incredible perch fishing season we have had on the Michigan side of Lake Erie this season.  Lines at Jeff’s Bait and Tackle (boats/trailers/trucks) are stretching back towards I-75 on the weekends. They are a pretty well oiled machine … Continue reading →

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The Hottest Perch Rig on Erie…

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Mason

….for me anyway, is a rig/concept I came up with a couple of years ago.  The standard perch rig, also known as a crappie rig, consists of two perch arms called lears with two snells attached at the end.  Since … Continue reading →

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Perchnado 2017

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Mason

So I sort of stole the title from the shark movies on that science fiction channel, but “Perchnado” sort of fits the bill after two days of fishing on Lake Erie where the perch were flying in the boat.  There … Continue reading →

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Detroit Beach Boat Club Perch Tourney: September 2, 2017

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Mason

Its that time of the year again, it is the perch tournament at the Detroit Beach Boat Club, this Saturday!    Cost is $20.00 per person and the payout is 100 percent.  There is a big fish prize, and will … Continue reading →

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Perch Fishing Tip for Tighline Rigs

Posted on July 15, 2017 by Mason

The perch fishing season is starting to get into full swing, and with that many anglers will be hitting Lake Erie in search of yellow bellies.    One of the most popular rigs out there is commonly referred to as the tighline … Continue reading →

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