Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fishing device useful for indicating when a fish has struck a bait or lure. The invention is directed to a tip-up device for use in identifying a fish strike while angling. In certain implementations, the tip-up device includes a base configured and arranged to retain a removable fishing rod and reel containing fishing line, the base including a means for removably securing a handle of the rod and a means for removably securing the shaft of the rod. The tip-up device also includes a flag, the flag having a shaft with a first end configured to be flexibly secured to the base and a second end distal from the first end. A trigger mechanism is positioned on the base and contains a slot for insertion of the second end of the flag shaft, and a pivoting trip lever configured to releasably secure the fishing line.