Cliff Winkler's Big Fish and Hunt

With 4 to 10 inches of ice, and warming temps the 2024 ice fishing seems to be almost over before it ever got a start . So if you venturing out or ko a guide use caution like any time on the ice. Northern pike and perch are providing to be on the bigger side… Continue reading Houghton lake first late ice.

3 inches isn’t much but to some angler’s it’s time to fish. First ice fishing always sets off a frenzy of hungry fish and excited fisherman. 3 to 6 inches of ice seems safe enough to venture out. But always take your spud and check first ice… I’m seeing fisherman off most shores. So till… Continue reading 2018 ice fishing season officially kicks off..

I hope everyone  had a successful season as we did here at bigfishandhunt.  THANK YOU…..

Things are heating up let’s get fishing.  Call today for a guided fishing trip. 989-329-0510

There is 5 inches most places .except where the deeper snow is on the lake..  use caution when going on the frozen lakes..  3 to 5 inches of ice is enough to hold a quad.. but you better know where your going….

Looks like houghton lake is starting to freeze. This was 1/2 mile off shore east bay.  There is a lot of snow on the lake so always check ice thickness as you venture out …

There it is. Houghton lakes first ice.. Let’s get ready..

With 12 inches of ice and a good snow base  fishing and snowmobiling should be at its best. As always fishing has been the highlight of the event… this year’s theme is shanty town.but the tournament is a lottery not a contest  this year for the grand prize. A ticket will be given out for… Continue reading TIP UP TOWN FESTIVAL.