NORTHERN PIKE- IT’S WHAT’S FOR DINNER

Most anglers have encountered a Northern Pike at some point, whether they are ice or summer fishermen. Some anglers may have targeted them, while others have caught them fishing other species.

It is shocking how many people have not tried eating Northern Pike. Many anglers avoid eating these fish partly due to all the bones and the hassle of cleaning them. You may have heard fishermen refer to them as slimers or snot rockets, but despite the names given to these fish, they are delicious. Not only are they delicious, but they are a blast to catch. Pike are aggressive feeders, fight hard, and can grow to enormous sizes. In many lakes, they are abundant, and the need to harvest them in some lakes is crucial. Learning how to clean and eat this species can help…READ MORE.

by Kristine Ostertag