I’m looking at targeting two new species this summer burbot and perch. I have only ever caught one perch and zero burbot so if anyone would be willing to share some tips on stuff like locating these species In a body of water or good fishing methods it would be greatly appreciated

Not sure if this is the right sub for this but if not, any ideas on where to post are greatly appreciated.

I bought a 14’ runabout boat a few years ago as a fixer upper and didn’t bother registering it until it was ready for the water. It’ll be ready for the 2025 boating season and now I can’t find my bill of sale. The guy I bought it off of hadn’t used it in years so he didn’t have any registration documents or anything like that to go off of, and the registration numbers were worn off when I bought it.

How hard is it going to be to get it registered without these documents? Any ideas on anywhere in the AB government to reach out to for more info/answers?

Thanks in advance for the help!

Have an odd theory I'd like to propose and would love people's thoughts on. Not sure what other's may have to say on this but from my personal experience I tend to have my best luck when using lures that have chartreuse or other perch like patterns. The odd time a copper or black blade works just as well on clearer days. Keep in mind I am mostly targeting walleye and pike either on the North Sask or lakes in the Edmonton region. My theory is that when you watch influencers target species like bass and are fishing Manitoban and Ontario waters with much more panfish like bluegill and other sunfish they predominantly use blacks and blues. Whereas I've had limited luck fishing the same colours. Our water clarity in my parts isn't great and obviously only have perch for panfish in our waters, and those fish would associate the chartreuse and perch patterns with the fish they are eating on a regular basis. Curious to see if anyone has any success fishing other coloured lures as opposed to chartreuse patterns or more natural colours

I'm just checking to see what types of rigs people use to catch fish out in rivers.

I've always used a pickeral rig but I also use a dropshot rig time to time if I find a lot slacker water or pools. I'm interested in tying some rigs with 3 single hooks.

Looking to take the kids out to lac la biche this upcoming week anyone know how the ice is ? Will be driving a f150 on just want to make sure it’s safe?

Hoping to get out ice fishing this weekend, live in the Edmonton area. I'm a sucker, and the Canadian youtubers have convinced me to try Frostbite dinner bells. Anyone know of any fishing stores between Edmonton and Cold Lake that stock Frostbite I could try? Too impatient to order them, and $14 for shipping, just hoping to find in store. Thanks!

Hate to be that guy but, i live 3 hrs from cold lake but have really wanted to fish for lakers. Problem is i dont have a ton of gear so my question to yall is can a guy park the truck and walk out a little ways set up the tent and have a decent chance at landing a laker? Any laker would be awesome. Thank you.

Anyone been out there and know it winter kill is bad there?

Does anyone have any suggestions on a good 3 man insulated tent ? Been looking at the otter vortex pro cabin. Any one have one that has any recommendations?

Was just wondering how the ice thickness is on the lakes around Lethbridge/Southern Alberta, it’s been pretty warm down here?

Has anyone ice fished lake athabasca going up there in February just wondering what the ice conditions are usually like around that time of year. Going for lakers i heard everyone fishes shallow for them up north. I'm used to fishing 60-80fow for them in the winter. Any tips or insights are greatly appreciated.

Me and some buddies are planning an overnight fishing trip for next weekend. We are going to set up a wall tent with a stove and stay potentially 2 nights (if we don't freeze the first night.) With this warm weather and all the trucks going through the ice at sylvan a few weeks ago. I'm a little leary of driving on that lake. It would be nice to drive to where we set up to get all our gear out there. Any suggestions for other lakes within an hour of lacombe that are drivable?

I thought I’d give the Bow a go today since it’s warmer, less ice floating which would allow me to cast from the shore. I had an amazing summer fishing with Buzz Bombs in the south, caught lots of Brown and Rainbow. Rookie question: how different is river fishing in the winter compared to the summer? Are the fish less active? Thanks!

I’m heading out fishing tomorrow to eagle lake out west of Sundre. Anyone fished there before looking for some tips !

Hello! I'm thinking about taking the kids out to mink lake to fish for perch this saturday. Anyone have an idea about how the perch fishing is going there or any other good spots about an hour out of edmonton?

I had an idea the other night, I know Dewitts winterkills the trout, but obviously the carp seem to survive it. I heard the pond right in Airdrie winterkills as well but I watched a fella pull a 3lb carp out of there. So they seem to survive it.

Has anyone ice fished Dewitts for carp? I want to set up my tent, camera, and heater for a few hours on there. I think it'd be pretty cool to catch those elusive buggers on film. Plus do my due diligence to pull as many out as I can.

I assume it can be popular for skating, being that it's so close to the city. That's really my only concern. I don't wanna be impeding on people's ability to enjoy winter as well. Maybe best to go in the morning on a weekday?

Any info on how it's doing out there?

Hi all. Already setup for winter and in my free time researching for how I will attack the North Sask this open water season up ahead. When I'm taking a break from targeting Sturgeon I usually jig for walleye from shore. Was wondering if anyone had a lead on a better jig head to use from shore. I currently predominantly use the generic Cabela's branded Current-Cutter jigs that I hook on 3" paddle tails. Wanted to know if there was a better recommended jig out there for what I'm attempting. Also if someone has a couple ideas for topwater baits when searching for pike and goldeye, don't be shy to mention any tips on those either. Thanks. Didn't grow up fishing the river and it's a big learning curve.

Brand new to ice fishing with my girlfriend, we've never been. Just getting all the gear and asking for any tips or knowledge! We do have some experience fishing in warmer months from our kayaks.

Thanks in advance

Any info on ice thickness, looking to head out on Friday afternoon.

Anyone know how thick the ice is on the north end by the dam?