Top Tips for Lake Trout and Crappie Success

In this exciting episode Jesse and Andrew are joined by Thatcher from Drop Tine Tackle to dive deep into the world of ice fishing for lake trout and crappie. Thatcher shares his journey as an angler and guide, offering insights into the art of creating effective fishing lures.

This episode is full of practical tips, gear recommendations, and a lighthearted discussion on the joys and challenges of the sport. The episode also features an awesome giveaway! Jesse also sneaks in a few musky related conversations into the mix for those dreaming of open water season!

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• Website: https://droptinetackle.com/
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Mentioned:
Drop Tine Tackle Hunger Strike Tubes: https://droptinetackle.com/collections/hunger-strikes/products/3-8-oz-hunger-strike-tube-jig
Berkley Vibrato: https://fishingworld.ca/products/berkley-vibrato
Little Cleo: https://www.acmetackle.com/products/little-cleo
Swedish Pimple: https://swedishpimple.com/
Shimano Convergence Ice Rods:https://sportsheadquarters.ca/collections/ice-rods/products/shimano-ice-convergence-rod
Northland Coffin Spoon: https://www.northlandtackle.com/the-buck-shot-coffin-spoon-2/
Clam Rattling PT: https://clamoutdoors.com/rattlin-pt-spoon
Vexlar FL12 Flasher: https://store.vexilar.com/products/ice-fishing-sonar/flx-12.html
Hummingbird Ice 45 Flasher:https://humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/fish-finders/ice/ice-45-flasher
Drop Tine Tackle Growler: https://droptinetackle.com/products/growler
Droptine Growler Attachment:https://droptinetackle.com/collections/muskie-baits/products/growler-arm
Droptine Triple Deuce: https://droptinetackle.com/collections/muskie-baits/products/triple-deuce-elite
Jay Siemens Alaska Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8yHHE4QOJo&t=78s
Boatside Grayling/Pike Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nf2RMdD1bEk&t=3573s

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Chapters

• 0:19 Introduction to Fishing Innovations
• 1:15 The Importance of Lake Trout in Ontario
• 9:27 Thatcher's Fishing Journey and Drop Tine Tackle
• 22:55 Targeting Lake Trout in Winter
• 29:46 Lake Trout Lures
• 36:26 Techniques for Lake Trout
• 44:01 YouTube Recommendations
• 50:09 Understanding Crappie Behavior and Habitat
• 55:14 Essential Gear for Crappie Fishing
• 1:02:40 Exciting Giveaway
• 1:07:14 Cooking Techniques for Lake Trout and Crappie
• 1:14:02 Innovative Musky Fishing Techniques