Fish House Nation Podcast

Catching perch consistently starts with finding active fish—and understanding that yesterday’s hot spot may be empty today. In this episode, we break down how perch move, the types of areas that concentrate feeding fish, and why anglers need to stay mobile instead of waiting for the school to return. You’ll learn how to search productive water efficiently, recognize when it’s time to make a move, and adjust your presentation once you locate a school. Whether you’re chasing a meal of keeper-sized perch or searching for true jumbos, these practical tips will help you spend less time fishing empty water and more time putting perch on the ice.

Food is one of the best parts of spending a long day—or an entire weekend—in a fish house. In this episode of the Fish House Nation Podcast, we explore the meals, snacks, and cooking traditions that make time on the ice even more enjoyable. From simple sandwiches and convenience-store snacks to hot breakfasts, slow-cooked meals, and full fish house feasts, the conversation covers what works when space, time, and cooking equipment are limited. You’ll also hear ideas for planning meals before the trip, reducing cleanup, feeding a group, and making sure cooking doesn’t interfere with the fishing. Whether you fish from a small portable shelter or a fully equipped wheelhouse, this episode will help you create a better menu for your next ice fishing adventure. For more ice fishing information, visit https://catchcover.com/read-blog-articles/

What if your next work-from-home day could actually be a work-from-the-lake day? In this episode of the Fish House Nation Podcast, Chris Larsen and Al Escobedo break down how remote workers can turn a fish house into a comfortable and productive mobile office—without giving up a day of ice fishing. Chris and Al discuss staying connected when cell service gets overloaded, using Starlink and signal boosters, planning for enough power to keep laptops and phones running, and creating a comfortable workspace inside your wheelhouse. They also cover simple upgrades like using your fish house TV as a second monitor, portable power stations, meal planning, comfortable seating, and even adding a warm rug under your feet. And just because you're working doesn't mean you can't fish. Rattle reels, dead sticks, minnows, and a little planning can keep you in the game while you're answering emails or sitting in a Zoom meeting. Chris and Al even recommend doing a trial run in your driveway before the season so you can figure out exactly how you want your mobile office arranged. If you've got a remote or hybrid job and a fish house, this episode might convince you that your best winter office has been sitting in the driveway all along. Fish House Nation Podcast is presented by Catch Cover. For more ice fishing information, visit https://catchcover.com/

After more than 25 years as the standard in fish house hole covers, Catch Cover has introduced its biggest update yet. In Episode 213 of the Fish House Nation Podcast, host Chris Larsen sits down with Catch Cover owner Trevor Sumption to discuss the development of the all-new Catch Cover Pro. Trevor shares why the time was finally right to redesign one of the most recognizable products in ice fishing, how today's premium wheelhouses influenced the new look, and the engineering challenges of creating a tighter seal without sacrificing the durability anglers have trusted for decades. You'll also hear about the extensive testing process, including multi-season field testing, truck-strength durability demonstrations, and even freezing prototypes to 40 below zero before putting them through extreme abuse. The conversation also focuses on why Catch Cover Pro isn't just for new fish houses. Because it installs directly into the same floor opening as existing Catch Cover and Fish Hole Buddy hole covers, it's an easy upgrade for thousands of current wheelhouse owners, including Ice Castle owners looking to modernize their fish houses with improved performance, updated styling, and four color options. Chris and Trevor also discuss why summer is the perfect time to tackle fish house upgrades, the continued Made-in-USA manufacturing, Catch Cover's lifetime warranty, and why this simple project can transform the look and function of your wheelhouse before ice season arrives. Whether you're building a new wheelhouse, refreshing a used one, or simply curious about the engineering behind one of ice fishing's most trusted products, this episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of the Catch Cover Pro. Find out more about the Catch Cover Pro here: https://catchcover.com/new-catch-cover-pro/

Episode 212 of the Fish House Nation Podcast presented by Catch Cover is all about one of the most productive and often overlooked ice fishing techniques: deadsticking. Hosts Chris Larsen and Al Escobedo break down why every walleye angler should fish a deadstick alongside their jigging rod, especially when fish are less aggressive. They cover everything from choosing the right rod and reel to selecting hooks, line, live bait, and proper minnow rigging techniques. You'll also learn how to position your deadstick, adjust bait movement, and fine-tune your setup to turn lookers into biters. Whether you're new to deadsticking or looking to improve your catch rate this winter, this episode is packed with practical advice that will help you put more walleyes on the ice. In this episode: Why deadsticking consistently catches neutral fish The best rod action and reel setup for walleyes Fluorocarbon vs. other fishing lines How to hook minnows for different presentations Where to position your deadstick relative to your jigging rod Common mistakes that cost anglers fish Simple adjustments that can dramatically improve your success If you're only fishing one rod when regulations allow two, this episode might change the way you ice fish forever. For more ice fishing information, visit https://catchcover.com/read-blog-articles/