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How Anglers Target Burbot When the Sun Goes Down
For anglers looking to shake up the usual winter routine, burbot offer a cold weather adventure unlike any other. Often called ling or freshwater cod, these strange, eel-like fish are closely related to saltwater cod and are one of the …
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Tip-Ups That Trigger: A Winter Guide to Raising More Pike Flags
Ice fishing for pike has a funny way of humbling even seasoned anglers. One moment the ice feels quiet and lifeless, the next a flag snaps up and a heavy fish slides onto the hard water. Tip-ups may look simple, …
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Strings, Streams, and Mountain Roads: Why Bluegrass Belongs on Fly Fishing Trips
What happens when music becomes part of the journey Mandolins and dry flies share more than charm—they share a rhythm that fits perfectly into life on the road. As fly fishing trips add up over time, skills improve on the …
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Watch Your Line and You’ll Catch More Fish
In the past, detecting bites used to be a challenge, especially with subsurface baits. Anglers relied on watching their line to spot bites, and this technique still has its advantages today. Even though modern equipment is more sensitive, these line-watching …
Tampa Mayor Castor Catches 70 Pounds of Cocaine on Fishing Trip
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor recently made an unexpected discovery while on a fishing trip with her family off the Florida Keys. During their mahi-mahi fishing day, they spotted a mysterious package floating in the water. Upon closer inspection, they realized …
Learn All You’ll Ever Need to Know about the Flathead Catfish
The flathead catfish, also known by various names, is a formidable predatory fish that can put up an incredible fight when caught. Belonging to the North American catfish family, they are easily recognizable by their distinctive features, including a noticeable …
7 Reasons You Need to Fish Ohio
Ohio is known for many things, such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and for being the setting of the Drew Carey Show. However, many skip over the fact that the Buckeye State has some of the best …
Big Baits Lead to Big Fish
The saying goes that there’s always a bigger fish, proven true once again in the video below. Watch as an angler uses a big jackfish as bait and hooks a monster from the deep. @ryanizfishing Big baits catch big fish!🤯 …
Louisiana Redfish to be Stocked in First-of-its-Kind Program
Louisiana is starting a pilot program to stock hatchery-raised redfish, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state, in response to the sharp decline in the redfish population. While officials don’t expect stocking to solve the population decline, the program aims to …
Historically Massive Shark Caught at 90th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
A potential state record tiger shark was caught at the 90th annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo at Dauphin Island. Brett Rutledge brought in the massive tiger shark weighing 1,019 pounds, surpassing the previous record of 988.5 pounds set in …
Emily Faulkner is Fishing Her Way to Stardom
Meet Emily Faulkner, a rising star in the world of fishing and golf. Standing at just five-foot-one, she has made a significant impact with her golfing skills and captivating bikini photos, amassing over 600,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok. Emily’s …
How Prescription Polarized Sunglasses Can Make Your Angling Trip a Success
Prescription polarized sunglasses are a game-changer for anglers, offering advantages like eliminating glare and providing clarity while fishing. Polarized lenses, invented by Edwin Land in 1929, have evolved significantly over the years, using space-age materials and advanced coatings. Anglers, especially …
Fishing Business Started by Former Athlete
Former athlete Tim Still’s journey to success has been filled with determination and passion. Raised in Salisbury, he dreamed of making it big in baseball but faced disappointment after going undrafted. Undeterred, he continued to play the game he loved …














