Fishing

Once upon a time, I was obsessed with fishing. Then, as I grew older and my children moved on with their lives I had fewer reasons to go fishing. Fishing alone seemed, well: lonely. But I am excited to fish for the first time in years and cannot wait for Winter to pass.

Snoek forms part of the staple diet of the poorest people in Cape Town. This fish must be gutted a certain way because of its complex anatomy.

Are you tired of spending a lot of money on overpriced bait? Now you can catch your own bait for free—and we will tell you how!

Beyond my family, the greatest joys in my life have come from helping others get what they want. Sometimes you can even do that while out fishing.

Looking to do some fly fishing on the Lower Illinois River in Oklahoma? Here is some useful information and tips for fishing there year-round from a professional fly-fisher!

The first step in taking up deep sea fishing as a hobby or otherwise, is feeding your curiosity with the proper information. One can easily gather misleading information on the matter that may cause more confusion in the long run.

Headboats—relatively inexpensive charter boats that take out large groups of people fishing—are a great way to get out onto the great lake and find some jumbo yellow perch. This article mentions items to bring on board, plus charters in the area.

Finding fall crappie is a lot easier than most people think. While the use of electronics gives some an advantage, this knowledge of basic location elements will help greatly increase your catch rate this upcoming fall season.

Flathead, Shovel Cat, whatever you call them, these cats are some of the best fighting freshwater fish in the continental U.S. Read on below and I'll share some tips and tricks I have used to land some of these behemoths.

Coming up with a team name for a fishing competition can be quite a task.

Lake Erie walleye fishing has really been heating up the last couple of years. This article will discuss one of the more popular options right now for catching them, drift fishing, and give some insight on what to use, how to use it, and what to expect.

The days are long and hot, the water's hot, the grease is hot, and the sun's rays cling to you like that weird kid from 8th grade. It's prime catfishing time across the country and I'm going to share some tips with you on how to maximize your success this summer.

For those who like to be in the water, wade fishing for river smallmouth is awesome exercise and a great way to fish without having to deal with the annoyances of a boat. This article goes over the best baits I've used for river smallmouth.

Chicken liver is an effective channel catfish bait that I've used to catch big fish. Check out my tips on catching catfish with chicken liver.

If you fish for bass, bluegill, or crappie, this fly needs to be in your box! The Gurgler pattern will not fail. Here are the materials and instructions you need to tie it yourself.

Everything you need to know about catching this European favorite.

Do you like topwater bass fishing? Read my review of the Rebel Pop-R to find out if the lure's worth adding to your tackle box.

Being wedged between the world-famous fly fishing states of Montana, Idaho, and Colorado, it seems like a no-brainer that Wyoming would be a fly fishing Mecca. Wyoming, however, is still largely under the radar in the angling world, and the Ham's Fork River is a forgotten gem.

The Grande Ronde is a river of legend for steelhead. Use this guide to figure out which stretch is the best for your trip, and come fall in love with one of the best rivers in the inland Northwest.

They're not called "the Fish of 10,000 casts" for no reason. If you want to make fewer casts between fish, you're going to need a solid grasp of the basics.

Better known for football and wheat fields, the rolling hills of the Palouse offer fly fishers more opportunities for fly fishing than you would think. Some are unusual, some are spectacular, but all are worth an evening of your time the next time you're in town.

In the shadow of one of the most famous steelhead rivers in the Northwest, a top-notch trout fishery exists for those in the know.

Did you know that the Clearwater River in Idaho has a secret side? It's true! Find out what other fish you can catch there besides the legendary steelhead.

One of the truly great rivers of the Northwest, the Grande Ronde River of southeastern Washington hosts some of the best smallmouth fishing in the west.

This gorgeous prairie river flies well under the radar for most anglers, but for those that know it, this small gem offers solitude, beauty, and fantastic fishing for the open-minded fly fisher.

If you've never tried it, you don't know what you're missing. Sight fishing for carp in shallow water is (almost) as thrilling as chasing bonefish in tropical flats, and the flats of Illia Dunes are within easy reach of inland northwest anglers.

The Snake River in the state of Washington is enormous, and most anglers miss out on the best fly fishing in the river. Here's a quick rundown to get you started in finding your own secret Palouse fishing hole along the mighty Snake.

How the COAF Field Team likes to set up bubble fly rigs when they opt to use spinning gear over fly fishing gear. These rigs work for non-fly fishermen as well as fly fisherman, too! Here are three rigs that have proven effective for the Team!

A fishing report brought to you, not by an expert, but a fishing enthusiast! Fishing on The Jenny Bird, out of Tar Cove, Magothy River, Pasadena MD

Going fishing? Want to save money on bait? Hoping to gather worms to sell to others? These six proven methods are so effective at getting worms to come out of the ground that you'll likely have more than you need.

With these tips and tricks for catching nightcrawlers, you're bound to find dozens of them right in your backyard. Don't wait ... check this page out and start saving money on bait today.

An article designed to get you started fly-fishing. It includes essential gear, types of casts, terminology and all the necessary information to get you on the water catching fish. Written for anyone wanting to learn to fly fish.

Swimbaiting is one of the fastest growing techniques for catching giant smallmouth bass in great quantities.

For kayak fishermen, a fish finder is the ultimate upgrade. Quickly locate fish and fish holding structure to spend less time searching and more time catching.

When targeting fish at a specific depth, line counter fishing reels provide unbeatable trolling depth control. Keep your lures in the strike zone for more bites all day long.

Did you know that downrigger trolling is often the most productive method of salmon fishing? Learn how to select an effective downrigger rod and discover the best-performing models on the market.

These ultralight spinning rods are guaranteed to provide you with the best combination of weight and function, capable of handling even the burliest back-country trout.

A shore fisherman's view of fishing in Galveston, TX. Provides useful information and tips on area piers and other fishing opportunities for the land-based fisherman.

A run-down of the best fishing rod holders for every situation; from boats and kayaks, to shore and surf fishing.

A complete overview of what to look for in a salmon trolling reel, along with reviews of the top-performing models, and plenty of bonus salmon trolling tips!

There are few things more frustrating than a bad snarl of fishing line on a good day of fishing. Use these seven proven tips to keep your line tangle-free and properly string your fishing pole.

These ultralight spinning reels are guaranteed to provide you with the best combination of weight and function, keeping your pack light and your creel full.

Here is how to make a fly line leader using a simple recipe. Also, learn about ways to attach the leader to a fly line and how to attach a leader to the Lillian on a Tenkara rod!

Are you a woman who wants to learn the basics of fishing? Here is a beginner's guide to help you get started.

You'll find the wolf fish lurking in the shallows of rivers and lakes in Central and South America. Here's my technique for catching, killing and preparing this prehistoric-looking beast.

If you're looking for the ultimate in lazy fishing, this has got to be it. Here's how I catch fish using nothing more than a plastic bottle, some cornmeal and a rock.

Salmon and halibut fishing in Ucluelet is a summer highlight, and yet many people have never been fishing on the West Coast.

This article provides instructions for tying a PMC Emerger - a fishing fly that uses minimal material and is simple to tie! It can be fished dry or wet and is used primarily for trout.

Every year my family takes a trip to Hazelton, BC, where I catch coho, chinook, sockeye, and steelhead. My wife is from the Gitxan Nation, whose name means people of the Skeena River.

Fishing tips, tricks, and musings from a first-time angler.