Hard Water Fishing Show | The Ice Fishing Podcast

Late ice is here and the season is anything but predictable. Jeff shares a recent trip to Nunya Lake chasing crappies and perch with Northwoods Dave, while Jason prepares for a big group trip to Lake of the Woods and the challenge of hauling all the gear.In this episode we talk confidence lures, why full moons can make fishing tough, and how dirty water and early morning starts can change everything. We also dive into practical ice fishing tips like using a simple 5-gallon bucket rod holder, aggressive jigging techniques, and why sometimes the most basic gear works the best.Plus we discuss ice conditions across the state, listener feedback, LED underwater lures, rod durability, and the never-ending process of dialing in the perfect ice fishing setup.If you’re still chasing fish late in the season — or already planning next year — this episode is packed with real ice fishing talk.🎣 Topics in this episode:• Nunya Lake late ice fishing report• Lake of the Woods trip prep• Confidence lures and dirty water tactics• Simple gear hacks that actually work• Ice conditions across Minnesota

In this episode we talk answer listener questions and also cover lots of other ice fishing related topics and some non ice fishing related ones to.

🎣 Crappies, Cold Weather, and a Leech Lake Reality Check!In S9E8 of the Hard Water Fishing Show, Jeff and Jason break down late-season crappie tactics, share a no-BS Leech Lake fishing report, and dive into what’s actually working on the ice right now.They cover everything from gear experiments (Eagle Claw rod cases, hole hopper caddies, DIY transducer arms) to presentation tweaks, lure picks, and line management tips that can make or break a tough bite. Plus, the guys talk about how YouTube has changed fishing forever, why community holes still matter, and how even a single fish can save a grind-it-out day.If you’re chasing suspended crappies, prepping for a cold weekend, or just love honest fishing talk with a few laughs mixed in—this one’s for you.👇 In this episode:• Late-ice crappie depth & presentation• Leech Lake report – highs, lows, and lessons• Favorite jigs, plastics, and glow tips• Gear hacks & on-ice setups• Future trips, lake breakdowns & legends to come👍 Like, subscribe, and drop your crappie confidence bait in the comments!Check out HardWaterShow.com for everything from the show.

Red Lake Walleyes, Gear Debates, and a Northwest Ontario PerspectiveSeason 9 rolls on and Episode 6 of the Hard Water Fishing Show packs in a full mix of fishing stories, real‑world gear talk, and an in‑depth interview with Northwest Ontario guide Jeff Moreau. Jeff and Jason recap a recent Red Lake trip, break down what worked (and what didn’t), debate shelter setups, and dig into fishing mindset, electronics, and safety with one of the most thoughtful guides to ever join the show.See more about this episode on hardwatershow.com

In season 9 episode 4 of the Hard Water Fishing Show Jeff and Jason are joined by Jason from Ice Hawk Fishing. He talks to the guys about his innovative ice fishing tip up. You can find more information at https://bit.ly/3XiLMxn. Check out HardWaterShow.com for more details.

In this episode of the hard water fishing show Jeff and Jason are Joined by Shawn and Kathy Olson to talk about wheel houses. The crew shares laughs over beverage choices, fact-checks listener questions about Eskimo shelters, and breaks down new equipment from Jiffy and Otter. They also chat about toy haulers and RVs, discussing how these rigs make it easier to reach remote fishing and hunting spots while staying comfortable.This episode wraps up with plans for a follow-up “Wheelhouse 2” episode later in the season to cover buying tips, interior features, and more. A great start to the season—packed with insights, stories, and plenty of laughs from the ice.

On this Episode we talk about our recent ice fishing trip to Rainy lake with North Woods Dave and Ole. Also wrap up season 8.

On this episode of the Hard Water Fishing Show we talk about finding fish without the aid of forward facing sonar. In the second half of the show we are joined by Andrew Gullickson and Luke LaMeer from the Iced Up Podcast.

In 100th episode of the hard water fishing show we are joined by North Woods Dave. Jason is live on location in his ice shack in Iowa. Dave talks about ice fishing near Itasca state park. Jeff talks about his recent guided ice fishing trip to lake of the woods with Curt Quesnell. Here is a link to the led's we used on lake of the woods for fishing. https://amzn.to/3PPCc12

On this episode we talk to Vermont fishing guide and educator Colby Sabutis.

On this episode of the Hard Water Fishing Show Jeff and Jason talk about the upcoming ice season. We are also joined by Guest Jim "Grandpa Jimmy" Dresch to talk about his ice hole trap. Keeps the fish from getting away. For more information check out his website https://www.grandpajimmy.com/ For more information about the show check out our website https://www.hardwatershow.com/

In the third episode of season eight Jeff and Jason talk about the latest trends in ice augers. Yes, we have covered these before but in the very first episode of the podcast, so we thought it was time for a update. For more information about the Hard Water Fishing Show check out https://www.hardwatershow.com/