Darkhouse Spearing

Darkhouse spearing is a technique where you send out a 'decoy' that you suspend just above the water. When a fish comes up to get the decoy, you spear it.

To make sure you can spear the fish, you will need a large hole and a pitch-black ice fishing house (that's where the term 'darkhouse' comes from).

When you first go into the darkhouse, your eyes won't be used to the light. Don't worry though, it won't take long until they've fully adjusted to the darkness.

When you're fully ready and your eyes are used to the darkness - you must place your decoy down the hole, and have your spear at the ready.

Darkhouse spearing is legal in many states, but before attempting to darkhouse spear, you should always check if it's legal in your area.

Most anglers use darkhouse spearing to target northern pike. However, sometimes other fish species are targeted - but that all depends on your states fishing regulations.