While it’s true that “a bad day of fishing is better than a good day at work,” coming home from a fishing trip empty-handed can leave you wondering, “Why am I not catching any fish?” Sometimes it’s just a bad day. But other times, there may be a way to increase your chances of having … Read more
Cleaning a fish is easy. You can follow these instructions in order to safely clean and store your catch. For the best possible meal, start by treating the fish right from the moment you land it. If you’re going to eat your catch, you have to keep it fresh, even before you begin cleaning your … Read more
If you are planning a trip to the Sunshine State this winter, now is the perfect time to learn about five of the best saltwater fishing knots for Florida inshore or backcountry species and why these knots are used most often. 1. Non-Slip Loop Knot One of the most important terminal saltwater fishing knots for … Read more
Whether you’re a saltwater or freshwater angler, there are a few things to consider when choosing the best lens color for fishing. Water depth, tree cover, lighting conditions, and even the weather can impact how well your lenses work. Our quick guide will help you choose the right tint to maximize your experience and transform … Read more
To the uninitiated, choosing the right type of fly fishing line can be rather daunting. Unlike conventional rods and reels, which rely on the weight of the lure or rig to cast effectively, a fly rod has to be paired with the right line to deliver the fly properly based on the task at hand. … Read more
There are two main things that you need to remember when using live bait. One is that, depending on which state or territory that you are fishing in, there will be restrictions on what you can use and the minimum size the live bait can be. Secondly you need to make sure that you don’t … Read more
From sprawling lakes teeming with Walleye and Salmon to reservoirs full of trophy Bass and Crappie, America is home to some of the most exciting freshwater fishing in the world. But even though there are thousands of places where you can cast your line, you’ll fare better in some than in others. So if you’re … Read more
Fishing line provides the connection between you and the fish, making it your most vital piece of fishing gear after the rod itself. There are different fishing line types you can use. Most Popular Types of Fishing Line There are several types of fishing line, but the two most commonly used are monofilament and braid. … Read more
In this article, Tim O’Reilly shares a guide’s perspective on changes happening in the recreational fishing scene. A look back at the quintessentials of recreational fishing and comparing that to some of the changes we are seeing. So, what about fishing is changing? It’s funny how subtle change can be. Even when it’s occurring at … Read more
For my 28th birthday, I decided to treat myself to a fishing trip. I’d grown up fishing, but never with a guide and I’d certainly never booked a guided trip before. But I badly wanted to catch my first tarpon and I’d seen this guy on TV make it look pretty easy, so that felt … Read more