Freshwater angling is a thrilling experience, but it doesn’t come without technical difficulties.
With so many places to fish, from big lakes to small streams and so many species to catch, it can be challenging to know how to set up properly, or how to fish for a certain species.
Our team of anglers have countless hours spent by the water or researching new gear, so you can feel relaxed knowing we’ve got you covered.
We aim to help both experienced and new anglers by providing tips, tricks, and any knowledge we think is worth sharing. No matter what freshwater you find yourself fishing, you can find advice for it here.
Maybe you’ve got a bet going with someone. Maybe it’s 2 AM and you’re Googling things like “Rarest Lobster in the World” and “Saltwater Bluegill.” Regardless of what’s prompted the question, let’s take a journey down this rabbit hole of All Things Random and Fascinating. So, Saltwater Bluegill – Do they exist? If they did, …
Maybe you have seen some garlic-scented bait, or maybe you have smelled garlic when walking past some fishermen and thought, do fish like garlic? The short answer is yes, fish like garlic, but there is more to it than that. Studies show that some fish have a very powerful sense of smell. It is known that …
Anyone who enjoys fishing will be familiar with these different fish, but you might want to learn a bit more about them, what they’re like, and whether they’re a good meal, especially if you enjoy eating your catches. We’ll look at a few facts about bigmouth buffalo and carp and explore the differences and similarities …
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We’ve all been there at some point. It’s the only day you got off and you head out with your rod to try to get in a few hours fishing. The weather isn’t bad, maybe a little windy. You tie on a new lure you got and brace for your first cast, only to have …
Fishing lures come in a ton of different shapes and sizes. A crankbait and a jerkbait are two of the most popular versions, though. These particular baits give anglers versatility in the methods of how they fish, as well as options on types of water they can fish. How will you know which of these …
Rainbow trout are one of the most stocked fish globally. This makes it an easy task to find a stocked pond or lake near you. Trout is the fifth most popular game fish in the United States, so it will come as no surprise to learn that most fishermen landed their first fish from a …
Worms have been the king of baits for decades. Whether you’re fishing for trout, salmon, catfish, bass, or numerous other species, worms have and will continue to be one of the best baits available. The problem arises with keeping them alive. With your crankbait or lure, you don’t have that worry about storage or much …
Kayak fishing has been around for a while, and only recently is it gaining traction. From a recreational sport to an active lifestyle essential for some, kayak fishing truly has its perks. Many beginners are joining in on this venture, and we see them every day asking around for the basic details. So, we’ve gathered …
Chatterbaits are, understandably, one of the most effective lures for tons of different fish. Everything from trout to bass to pike have eventually succumbed to a chatterbait at some point. The Chatterbait made its name in bass tournaments back East, after a father-and-son duo came up with the design for the bait and sold six …
The only limit on how you present a lure to a fish is your imagination. From the traditional Texas or Carolina Rig, to the venerable dry-dropper-dropper for fly anglers, if you can dream of a way to entice fish onto your line, there’s a rig to match your idea. One of the best methods for …