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Sharpen Your Game: How to Sharpen Hooks for Fishing Like a Pro
Hook sharpness is one of the most overlooked but critical aspects of successful fishing. A dull hook can mean the difference between landing a trophy and missing the strike entirely. Whether targeting bass in summer or trout in spring, sharpening …
5 Amazing Fishing Spots in West Virginia You Need to Visit This Year
West Virginia offers some of the most scenic and rewarding fishing destinations in the eastern United States. With its combination of mountain streams, vast lakes, and coolwater rivers, the Mountain State is a year-round haven for anglers. Whether it’s trout …
Spring Chatterbait Tactics for Bass
Spring offers prime opportunities for chatterbait fishing as bass transition through pre-spawn, spawn, and post-spawn phases, often focusing on shad and brim spawns. This guide breaks down effective chatterbait colors, setups, and techniques for success throughout the spring season. Lures …
900 lb. Dolphin Winds Up on Fishing Boat
A routine fishing expedition off the coast of New Zealand took a perilous turn last Friday when three individuals aboard a 16-foot vessel experienced an unprecedented and hazardous encounter with a large marine mammal. Dean Harrison, Milton Brookland, and Austyn …
Decoding the Dog Days: A Strategic Approach to Summer Bass Angling
The sweltering heat of summer can transform the pursuit of bass from a leisurely pastime into a frustrating exercise in futility. When temperatures soar, bass undergo significant behavioral shifts, prioritizing not only sustenance but also the critical need for cooler, …
Cast a Line for Flavor: Easy Fish Florentine
Fresh from the water to the table, nothing beats turning your catch into a meal that feels restaurant-worthy but is easy enough for a weeknight. Enter Fish Florentine—a flaky, tender fish dish with creamy spinach that’s so good it might …
15 Must-Do Tips for a Successful Early Spring Fishing Season
Spring fishing brings some of the best opportunities of the year, but success on the water starts with good preparation. With a little extra attention to gear, tactics, and boat maintenance, anglers can set themselves up for an unforgettable season …
Georgia Angler Ties State Record with Massive Spotted Sunfish
Atkinson County fisherman Wesley Daniels landed a giant spotted sunfish while catfishing on the Suwannee River, tying Georgia’s state record. The hefty panfish weighed 12 ounces and measured 8 ½ inches, matching the record previously set by Jamie Boyette in …
Spring Nets: The Best River Nets for Catch and Success
Spring river fishing is all about timing, finesse—and the right gear. As fish become more active with warming temperatures, anglers flock to flowing waters in search of trout, bass, shad, and other seasonal catches. While rods, reels, and lures often …
Rhode Island Reels: 5 Must-Fish Spots This Spring
Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but it’s a giant when it comes to spring fishing. As temperatures warm and waters come alive with activity, anglers from all over the Northeast are setting their sights on the Ocean State. …
