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.
Berkley’s Powerbait is undeniably handy for catching many different fish species, but is it worth your while as a steadfast catfish attractant? Yes, however its efficacy depends on your specific fishing needs. To determine this we are going to take a closer look at the behavior of these fish as well as some of Berkley’s …
I’ve eaten my fair share of fish, and for the most part, I’ve been pleasantly surprised. However, on some occasions, the surprise wasn’t so pleasant. In my opinion, the worst-tasting fish is tench. My opinion is just one, so I got to asking around and came up with this list of worst-tasting fish. 5 Worst …
Fishing with worms is one of the oldest practices, but keeping worm farms to supply your fishing needs is not always possible. Buying worms from a store is a nice commodity, but often you don’t use all the worms from the packet, and instead of throwing them away, you put them in the fridge for …
Nightcrawlers are one of the best, if not the best, worms for fishing. Fish love them, and they work great on a hook. Under the right conditions, nightcrawlers can live for over six years, with some reportedly living up to 20 years. How long do Nightcrawlers Live We know that nightcrawlers can live for more …
Finding the right fishing reel can be an overwhelming task for some fishermen. There seem to be so many variables to consider many fishermen don’t know where to start. One of the biggest factors for a fishing reel is the speed at which the lure is retrieved through the water. The gear ratio of the …
Not all fly lines have welded loops to attach your leader, or in some cases, the loop may break. In these situations, you may need to tie your fly line to the leader without the loop. The best method to tie your fly line to the leader without a loop is by using a nail …
2 Methods to Tie a Leader to a Fly Line Without a Loop Read More »
Asking which is better, a four weight, or a five weight fly rod is akin to asking whether a .22 rimfire is better than a .30-06 centerfire rifle. The answer is always yes, and no. It’s not exactly apples and oranges, but a four weight fly rod has benefits a five weight rod does not, …
4 Weight vs 5 Weight Fly Rod: Which Should You Choose? Read More »
Catch and release fishing is one of the biggest controversies in the fishing world. Many people believe that it is one of the very few practices that keep the fish numbers from teetering while still enjoying the fishing. Others think catching and releasing is cruel and kills the fish regardless. The fish mortality would be …
When it comes to lure fishing for crappies, soft plastics are the ultimate choice. They are available in numerous sizes, shapes, colors and even scents; can be fished in every way imaginable and will keep producing fish even in the worst of conditions. But what are plastics, and how do you choose the right one? …
The answer to is fish meat is both yes and no, depending on how you look at it. It is an animal, both most religions don’t consider it as meat. To answer this question fully we have to look at it from many points of view. Is Fish Considered Meat? Many religious circles don’t consider …