How to Read a Fishfinder – Side Scanning Sonar (Part 2)
In part 1 of this How to Read a Fishfinder series, we talked about the traditional (CHIRP) function of modern-day units and, of course, our recommendations as to how to use that particular screen. In this part 2, we are moving on to the side-scanning screens that show the angler a plethora of information, in […]
How To Read A Fishfinder – Traditional CHIRP Sonar (Part 1)
Sponsored by Garmin Fishfinders have come a long way since their first inception. What was once a small, pixilated silhouette of a fish on a black and white background has now given way to the television-sized units so detailed they can pick up even the smallest pebbles on the lake bottom. With complexity, however, comes […]
How to Read a Fishfinder – Ice Fishing Edition
Sponsored by Garmin Over the last couple of months, we here at Fish’n Canada have been walking you through all-things sonar in an attempt to simplify this new technology and help you make the most of it when out on the water. Though many of these guides and tutorials have been focused on finding fish […]
How To Find Baitfish without a Fishfinder
Making a plan can be extremely important, especially if you’re about to tackle a massive body of water like Kabinakagami Lake. Doing your research, and drawing upon your past experiences, can be critical for being prepared and successful on the water. But being perceptive to the signs that nature provides—and being willing to adjust your […]
Using “Traditonal Style” LiveScope
I just wanted to write a short blog piece noting how impressed I am with the latest in the world of fishing electronics, more specifically, Garmin’s Panoptix Livescope. Angelo and I have been hard at work studying all the latest technology on our Garmin fishfinder/GPS units and let me tell you: It’s intriguing, complex and […]