Gear

Some fishing lakes are worth driving to. Not just because of the fish — though that matters — but because the combination of scenery, accessible...

Fishing weights seem simple until you’re standing at a tackle counter faced with twelve different styles and no clear idea which one fits what you’re...

Understanding the Snell Hook Fishing hooks have seen numerous innovations over the years, each addressing specific nee

Trolling is one of those techniques that looks deceptively simple from the outside — you just drag stuff behind a moving boat. But the difference...

Understanding Fishing Seasons: A Comprehensive Guide Fishing season plays a crucial role in the world of angling, impacting when and where species can be successfully...

Fire extinguishers are the piece of safety equipment that most boaters hope they’ll never use, which is exactly why placement matters so much. When a...

What Is a Saugeye? Saugeye fish have gotten a lot of attention in freshwater fishing circles, but plenty of anglers still aren’t sure what they’re...

Understanding the Golden Rainbow Trout Golden rainbow trout have gotten more attention in recent years as stocking programs have expanded across the northeastern and mid-Atlantic...

Double Uni Knot: A Versatile and Reliable Fishing Knot Fishing knots have gotten complicated with all the tutorials, YouTube videos, and “definitive guides” flying around....

Discovering Local Fishing Areas Finding good fishing spots near home has gotten easier with modern tools, but knowing how to evaluate what you find —...