Euro nymphing is possibly the fastest-growing form of fly fishing in the industry. From the tons of specialty flies tied just for Euro nymphing, to the rods, leaders, reels, and tippet, there’s arguably more to successfully Euro nymphing than traditional fly fishing. So, that understandably makes getting started with Euro nymphing a tall order. Fly …
Flatheads are the red-headed stepchild of the catfish world. The flathead has some negative connotations to them, and there’s not a good reason for it. These are a great fish to chase after, as they put up a big fight and can grow very large, sometimes weighing over 100 pounds. On top of that, the …
Bass are the most popular game fish in the United States. They can be found in many freshwater environments throughout the country. Powerful predators, it’s easy to tell when one is on the hook. The fierceness with which they attack lures and tug on lines is legendary. But being able to tell the difference between …
When you think of fishing in the ocean, you probably think of boats with four outboards flying out into the horizon to chase Marlin. Well, I’m here to tell you there’s a whole other world of ocean fishing out there that can be just as good if not better than deep-sea fishing. Besides marlin and …
One tradition with my family and friends is fishing with frogs in the heat of the summer. In the spring, we fish for largemouth bass with plastic worms and kill it. However, around May, when the frog hatch ramps up, the worms stop working as well. This is also when the lily pads take over. …
Once springtime hits, anglers across the country start gearing up for a long fishing season. However, the one thing you can never count on in the spring is good weather. Cold front, winds, and storms could ruin a trip for anglers that enjoy wading or fishing from a boat. That’s not the case with pier …
When trout fishing surfaces as a topic of conversation, things naturally drift towards the refined and rarefied world of flyfishing. It’s a sad fact that when many folks think of using a spin-casting outfit for trout, only fishing with bait comes to mind. I’m here to tell you that there is a ton of great …
One of the most sought-after gamefish in North America is the Crappie. Also known as Croppie, papermouth, or speckled bass. They’re not too big, and on light tackle, can put up a decent fight. So, what is it about these fish that draws anglers in? Below, we’re going to talk a little bit about the …
Catfish are probably one of the most fun species of fish that I have ever chased. It involves a fair amount of effort and skill. Sometimes the bite can be slow, but when you finally hook into one, they are often powerful fighters and have some weight to them. Even the smaller ones tend to …