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.
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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.
There is only one connection between you and the water, that is your fishing line. When you have a big bass, pike, or whatever your favorite fish is on the end of your line, you want to be sure that line is capable of bringing it in and not snapping. This is especially true if …
Jug fishing is not a new method of fishing by any means, in fact, it has been around for quite a while. Jug fishing is a method of fishing that utilizes jugs to float on top of the water as both a buoyant and indicator to fish. While there is much controversy over this technique …
There are many different types of trout, and many types of char are also considered trout. Each has its own distinct taste, with some being more alike than others. Let’s look at what a trout tastes like. What Does Trout Taste Like? The taste for trout varies for each species. Many trout share a similar …
Fish are known for large amounts of eggs, the main reason for this is survival for fish eggs is extremely low, in many cases only 20 percent of the eggs laid will make it to adulthood. How Many Eggs do Fish Lay? Fish usually lay hundreds to tens of thousands of eggs. The term describing the …
Smallmouth Bass can get as big as 27 inches in length and as heavy as 11lbs. However, these are record sizes and you’re much more likely to come across smallmouths of average size which would be between 8-16 inches and weigh 1.50-3.0lbs Average Size of Smallmouth Bass Data tells us that the average smallmouth bass …
Paddlefish are filter feeders with the bulk of their diet being made up of zooplankton. It is not usual to catch paddlefish on bait but some old records exist of bait being used for paddlefish. However, today the main method of catching paddlefish is by snagging them. Paddlefish Diet Depending on the habitat and the …
Catfish get a bad reputation when it comes to table fare. However, because of this most people are missing out on some of the best eating fish you can get. Location and diet of the fish contribute greatly to the taste, this is why most people consider flathead catfish to be the best catfish to …
Generally speaking, the brook trout population will start preparing for their spawning season as soon as the water temperature starts falling from its summer highs, with the spawning season starting as the fall sets in. What Months do Brook Trout Spawn? Brook Trout spawning will usually begin somewhere in early October, peak in November, and …
Hot dogs are not something you see in tackle stores, yet they can be very effective bait. Certain fish like catfish like hot dogs because of their smell. Other fish like bass, who will readily try new foods, also find hot dogs appetizing. Can You Fish With Hot Dogs? While it may seem strange to …
To catch any fish, you must have the right setup, and trout fishing is no exception. Rivers provide an additional challenge with currents and obstacles. So, what rigs will put you in front of a wily trout on a river near home? Let’s take a look at a few. Spinners Spinners are a mainstay of …