Tried something new this winter: sight fishing for brook trout through the ice!
It’s a really fun, visual way to fish — especially on cold days when you’re tucked into a heated hut. I just published a blog post breaking down what I learned on my first outing, including hole setup, why a net is critical, and how lure size can make or break the bite.
In the blog post, I've embedded a video from @differentfins YouTube channel. Make sure to check out his channel, as he has many amazing videos of sight fishing through the ice.
Two very different ice fishing trips on Lake Temagami — one back in 2020 and another in January 2026 — but both unforgettable. ❄️🎣 From ice bungalows and quiet waters to battling injuries and frigid temps, these trips reminded me why I love ice fishing in Northern Ontario.
Quick ice fishing observation: Some people are afraid the noise from their augers will scare away fish. But when targeting brook trout, I often catch fish not long after a hole is drilled.
Greg Cholkan
Recently, I drilled a giant hole to sight fish for brook trout.
Honestly… it changed the experience completely.
What’s one thing you’ve tried that made ice fishing way more fun?
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Greg Cholkan
When you’re ice fishing, what’s more important to you?
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Greg Cholkan
Tried something new this winter: sight fishing for brook trout through the ice!
It’s a really fun, visual way to fish — especially on cold days when you’re tucked into a heated hut. I just published a blog post breaking down what I learned on my first outing, including hole setup, why a net is critical, and how lure size can make or break the bite.
In the blog post, I've embedded a video from @differentfins YouTube channel. Make sure to check out his channel, as he has many amazing videos of sight fishing through the ice.
If you’re curious about sight fishing through the ice, check out the full post here:
👉 gcholkanfishing.blogspot.com/2026/02/sight-fishing…
#IceFishing #BrookTrout #SightFishing #OntarioFishing
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Greg Cholkan
Have you ever sight fished through the ice?
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Greg Cholkan
Would you sleep on the ice at –39°C?
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Greg Cholkan
Two very different ice fishing trips on Lake Temagami — one back in 2020 and another in January 2026 — but both unforgettable. ❄️🎣 From ice bungalows and quiet waters to battling injuries and frigid temps, these trips reminded me why I love ice fishing in Northern Ontario.
Curious how the fishing went and what I’d do differently next time? Check out the full trip report on the blog:
gcholkanfishing.blogspot.com/2020/02/lake-temagami…
#icefishing #laketemagami #ontariofishing #northernontario #fishingtrip
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Greg Cholkan
Quick ice fishing observation:
Some people are afraid the noise from their augers will scare away fish. But when targeting brook trout, I often catch fish not long after a hole is drilled.
Have you noticed this too?
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Greg Cholkan
How do you usually fish?
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Greg Cholkan
When it comes to fishing tech, you prefer...
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Greg Cholkan
Quick walleye tip: when ice fishing, most bites I get aren’t aggressive — it’s just a soft tap or you stop feeling the weight of your bait.
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