Ice Fishing

Ice fishing season is coming up here in Maine. Looking to try the sport for the first time? Here's some essential items you'll need for an epic day on the ice.

If you love winter, then you will love March in Maine. March gives you some of the best conditions for outdoor fun. It's still cold, but not too cold. It's the perfect month to do some ice fishing. Our friends at the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife have got some great tips and hot spots for you to check out.

Video from the aftermath of an annual fishing derby lead to controversy on social media. Now organizers are speaking out.

Maine wildlife biologists are encouraging anglers to help manage fish populations around the state, especially in these waters.

It looks as though once the otter realized it was busted, it decided to high tail it outta there right quick.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2021 Moose Permit Lottery.

Watch the exciting moment when 1st place Muskie champ, Wade Kelly pulls a wicked monstah out of a hole that you wouldn't think is big enough for him to get it through.

They utilized a kids bike, ironing boards, a 12 volt battery and more unused stuff from the yahd. There's even a friggin' catapult. Now let's see how this awesome contraption works! You gotta watch this till the end to see where this fish lands. Too funny!

Earlier this year, back when the inland lakes and ponds were still frozen, a few industrious ice fishermen turned a circular slab of ice into a rotating ride.

I went ice fishing yesterday with family and friends, including my 9-year-old son who would fish all day if I let him. It got me wondering as we walked out on Keoka Lake in Waterford, just how thick does ice have to be to be safe? I found the answer.