Author Archive for Dan Kimmel
Dan Kimmel is an avid angler, outdoor photographer and outdoor writer who becomes a computer guy in his downtime running web sites like this one, GreatLakesBass.com and AnglerHosting.com among others.
New Ice Rod Pods
The NEW Rod Pod is one of the hottest items from K&E this fall. This hard plastic sleeve is designed to protect your ice fishing rods from breaking and becoming tangled up in transit.
NEW Skandia Tungsten Tear Drops!
That’s right, Skandia now has a NEW line of Tungsten Tear Drop Ice Jigs. These great Tear Drops come in size 10 and 12, and in eight great fish catching colors.
Hunting and fishing highlight seminars at Outdoorama
Sportsmen and sportswomen are constantly looking for ways to improve their hunting and fishing techniques so they can be more successful on the water or in the woods. With a strong lineup of seminar speakers including nationally-acclaimed hunters and anglers there is no better place to improve your techniques than at the 43rd OUTDOORAMA
Safe Ice Fishing Tips
Ice fishing is a fun activity even the family can enjoy. But ice fishing requires preparation and knowledge to enjoy the sport safely. Here are some safe ice fishing tips.
MSU Ice Fishing Tournament January 30
The Michigan State Fishing Club is having an ice fishing tournament Saturday, January 30, 2016 at Lake Lansing out of the Lake Lansing Park South.
Gander Mountain Ice Fishing Markdowns
Gander Mountain is sporting new ice fishing markdowns right now to get you on the ice today. Plus you can save up to $40 with $5 off every $50 or $10 off every $100 spent on the Gander Mountain website.
20 Minutes on my Knees
This is kind of a fishing report with a story from my ice fishing day on Lake Lansing yesterday January 24, 2016. It includes two videos for evidence or documentation.
Free Fishing Weekend February 13-14
Michigan winter Free Fishing Weekend is coming up soon, Saturday and Sunday February 13 and 14, 2016. You do not need a Michigan fishing license to fish anywhere in Michigan that weekend.
Panfish under Ice Video
Finally getting some ice here in Southern Michigan so we’ll get out ice fishing soon. Some already getting out. For those of us who haven’t gotten out yet here’s some underwater video of a school of panfish.
Sportsmen’s Direct Free Ice Fishing Seminar
John Bacarella, the owner of Sportsmen’s Direct and the Co-inventor of the Sonic Ice Hopper, will be doing a Free seminar on ice fishing at the brand new 10,500 sq ft retail store of Sportsmen’s Direct November 28th at 5pm.
Al & Bob’s Ice Night 2015
Al & Bobs Sports in Grand Rapids, MI will be holding their special ice event the evening of Dec 3rd, 2015. All are welcome. Events kick off at 5:00 pm. Prizes, Free Seminars and once a year specials will be happening at Al & Bobs from 5pm until 8pm!
D & R Sports Ice Show 2015
D&R Sports Center is hosting a free two-day weekend Ice Fishing Show on Dec. 5-6. Throughout the day, both Saturday and Sunday, renowned ice fishing pros will give free seminars to share their experience, tips and tricks for successful ice fishing.
Franks Shanty Days 2015
Head over to Franks Great Outdoors December 11, 12 and 13 for the 2015 Franks Shanty Days. This is one of the biggest ice shows in Michigan. Franks Shanty Days has something for everyone including a gigantic display of ice shanties.
Yukon Shiners Expanding
The Yukon Shiners have hit the scene and there is no stopping them now. These popular jigging minnows have been on fire since their introduction.
Smelt Sticks – New Colors
Sitka Smelt Sticks have been a favorite since they were introduced a few years back. Since then the line has grown with new colors and sizes. This year we’d like to introduce two new colors to the lineup, Blue Shad and Red Glow.
Little Skimmer, Big Help
If you think a small Skimmer might not be a big help, you might be wrong. K&E Tackle would like to introduce you to their smallest skimmer in their lineup – the 4″ diameter Little Dog Skimmer.
Tungsten Heavy Weight
NEW from Skandia – the size #8 Pelkie Tungsten ice jig! Anglers have been asking for it and now it’s here, the largest and heaviest Skandia jig on the market today.
Mark Martin to be inducted into Hall of Fame at Ultimate Sport Show
Mark Martin of Twin Lake, Michigan, has been known as an incredible fisherman since his Monster Walleye nighttime guided trips on White and Muskegon Lakes in the 1980s. This year, his talents and accomplishments are being recognized at the highest level as he will be inducted into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame.
