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Spring Saltwater Fishing Guide for Bigger Bites and Better Days on the Water
Spring is one of the most exciting times of year for saltwater anglers. Warmer water temperatures kick off major fish migrations, baitfish flood coastal areas, and hungry predators move into bays, inlets, and estuaries looking to feed. From aggressive bluefish …
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Cold Water Bass Fishing Tips That Catch Bigger Fish
Most anglers put the rods away when frost forms at the ramp and surface temperatures slide into the 40s. Those who stay on the water discover a different kind of opportunity. Quiet launches, unpressured fish, and a bite that rewards …
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New Electric Hook Trick Could Revolutionize Fishing and Protect Sharks
A simple, low-cost innovation could change the way anglers and commercial fisheries deal with unwanted shark bycatch. Scientists have discovered that a small electric field generated by common materials like zinc and graphite can significantly reduce shark interactions with fishing …
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The Officially Unofficial Bar Food of Each State
Britain has pubs and Spain has tapas bars, but America’s collection of sports bars, taverns, saloons, dives, gastropubs, cantinas, cocktail lounges represents a bar-food tapestry, one that changes dramatically when you cross state lines. Every state has a go-to bar snack, something you see …
How and When to Use a Circle Hook
Benefits of circle hooks Reduced deep hooking – improved survival of released fish and decreased loss of fishing tackle. Improved hook-up and landing rates for many species. The strike time is not as crucial for hook-up of fish. Lighter leaders/traces …
The Best Burgers in Louisville
Whether you’re eating outside at a family barbecue or joining friends at your favorite neighborhood hangout, there’s nothing quite like biting into a juicy burger during the summer. Luckily, Louisville has some of the best burger joints around, and we’ve …
Fishing Tips: Sturgeon
Sturgeon are large and powerful freshwater sporting fish that can be found in subtropical, temperate, and even sub-Arctic rivers, lakes, and streams. They’re also easy to fish for and a ton of fun to catch and release. Bait a hook …
Two is Always Better than One
“Doubling Up” is a beautiful phrase in the fishing world. It means that there’s two fish on and now all that needs to be done is land them. In this post you’ll find examples of when two fish are landed …
How to Land a Trophy Trout
How you handle fish after you catch is critical to their survival. If you’re going to be a catch-and-release angler, you must do it right. But science tells us that how you fight a fish—specifically, how long it takes—is also a …
Bourbon Review: Buffalo Trace
Classification: Straight Bourbon Company: Sazerac Company Inc. Distillery: Buffalo Trace Released: Ongoing Proof: 90 Age: NAS (BT says it’s aged at least 8 years. The rumor is it’s between 8-10 years, usually 9.5 years) Mashbill: Undisclosed Color: Amber MSRP: $30 Buffalo Trace bourbon came about when visitors to …
The Best Fishing Rods for Kids
Starting with the right gear greatly increases the chance of success for young anglers who are getting started in fishing. In general, I recommend starting with simple gear that is inexpensive and very easy to use. These simple rigs teach …
Fishing Tips: Northern Pike
Northern pike, or Esox lucius, is a long, slender, powerful predator. Its scales are a deep olive green close to the dorsal fin, shading to speckled olive and finally yellow or white on the belly. This excellent camouflage helps it blend …














