A pike strike is a magical thing, and I don’t really care if it’s from a little fella or a 40-plus-inch behemoth. Though these fish take a back seat to species like bass, trout, and walleye in many ...

Pike fishing in winter is simple and easy, and it’s a great social event. Set out a spread of tip-ups. Throw around a football or sit around a bonfire while awaiting a flag.