Gamakatsu makes a terrific smelt hook in size 12 and 14, which also come with monofilament tied to the hooks. Both of these need a little adjustment before heading out onto the ice.

Confused about the best fishing hook size and features for your fishing trip? Follow our fish hook guide on how to choose the right hook for any kind of fishing.

Schools of smelt can move vertically in the water column while they swim; therefore, the depth of a baited hook is critical to successful smelt fishing. An effective lure is a small silver or ...

California may have its surfing, but Chicago has its smelt fishing. Beginning this week, as millions of Lake Michigan smelt search for spawning grounds, thousands of nocturnal fishermen will flock … ...