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Stillwater Secrets for Fly Fishing Success in Spring
Spring brings a unique opportunity for fly anglers who venture beyond the rushing rivers. Lakes and ponds offer a treasure trove of hidden moments, waiting to be exploited by those who understand the subtle movements happening beneath the surface. This …
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Finding Success In High Water During the Spring Rush
Spring runoff doesn’t have to mean the end of your fly fishing season. With a shift in perspective and some strategic techniques, you can turn high water into an opportunity. Dirty Water, Happy Trout Many anglers view muddy, high water …
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Why You Might Need a Wading Staff
A wading staff is a crucial piece of equipment for fly fishermen who wade in fast-moving streams with rocky or uneven bottoms. It provides much-needed balance and stability, especially in deep water or strong currents. Why use a wading staff? …
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10 Key Things to Look for When Buying a Saltwater Fishing Boat
When buying a fishing boat, you want to make sure you are making a smart buy before you hand over the card. Shiny colors aren’t everything when choosing your next angling vessel. Here are some keys things to look for …
The 10 Fish You Need to Catch Before You Die!
With so many fish in the sea, which do you NEED to catch? We have the top 10 right here. Comment below how many of these fish you have already caught! Sailfish Dr. Sport Fishing The beautiful and majestic sailfish …
How to Find the Best Fishing Spots
Finding a great fishing spot near you is no east task. In this article, I will lay out the key factors in pinpointing where the fish are. Type of Fish The first thing you need to know about is the …
Best Time to Fish for Bass in the Summer will Surprise You!
Fishing during the time the fish are biting is crucial to a successful day on the water. With the summer heat upon us, here is a guide on the best times to fish for bass now. Most folks can comprehend …
6 Steps to Properly Net a Fish
So you’ve caught your first double-digit pound bass. Your line is taught, and your net is ready. DON’T MESS THIS UP! Here are some tips to get that fish in the boat. 6 Steps for Proper Netting: First, play the …
The Biggest Largemouth Bass Ever Caught
Yesterday, you reeled in a solid five-pounder and thought you were the man. Well, at Baitshop, we like to keep you humble, so here are the biggest bass catches ever! OFFICIAL LARGEMOUTH WORLD RECORD: GEORGE PERRY’S UNDEFEATED BASS On June …
This Lionfish Was Caught Years Ago But It’s Still a World Record Contender
An angler from Biloxi, Mississippi reeled in a world record lionfish off the coast of Dauphin Island. Jason Jones was out fishing for amberjack, tuna, and wahoo, and caught what could still be a world record lionfish. Jones was fishing …
25 Tips For Saltwater Fishing
These 25 tips are immensely useful for any weathered saltwater angler or novice fisherman looking to catch his first salty fish. Be sure to heed to these tips from Field and Stream on your next trip to the ocean. Tough …
25 Tips For Saltwater Fishing
These 25 tips are immensely useful for any weathered saltwater angler or novice fisherman looking to catch his first salty fish. Be sure to heed to these tips from Field and Stream on your next trip to the ocean. Tough …
Pinpointing Blackfish
Blackfish are one of the most difficult species to master. These elusive fish are not easily lured by the classic crab bait trap. Here are some of our favorite tips to pinpoint and catch blackfish. LIGHT, BUT NOT TOO LIGHTOk, …