Fishing Information

News & Tips: Fish Weed Lines for Hungry Game Fish
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Fish Weed Lines for Hungry Game Fish

Any change in weed growth can create weed edges also known as weed lines and produced some good fishing. This is where the active fish like to gather. The weed line is a fish habitat. Game fish are…
News & Tips: Being Tech-Savy is Important for Competitive Walleye Fishing...
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Being Tech-Savy is Important for Competitive Walleye Fishing

Keith KavajeczIs it important to become tech-savvy in order to become a better walleye angler? I certainly think so. Obviously if you are serious enough about walleye fishing to be competing in any…
News & Tips: The Big Fish Bucket List
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The Big Fish Bucket List

6 Fishing Trips Every Angler Should Take in Their Lifetime   If you’ve dreamed of majestic scenery, screaming drag, and fish stories to last a lifetime—this list is for you. 1. Prince Edward Island…
News & Tips: How to Get a Great Replica of Your Trophy Fish...
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How to Get a Great Replica of Your Trophy Fish

Thanks to today’s taxidermists and their artistic skills with fiberglass replicas, if you catch a trophy fish you can release it and still have it on the wall to show off. To help make sure you get a…
Rainy River Sturgeon by Rainy River Sturgeon
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How To Catch a Sturgeon

by Joe Henry      Lake sturgeon fishing is starting to become more and more popular, and for good reason.  The fish are plentiful in the Rainy River, they eat a lot and can be caught with consistency…
News & Tips: 6 Tips to Get in the Weeds for Good Fishing (video)...
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6 Tips to Get in the Weeds for Good Fishing (video)

Most times if you want to find fish, find weeds. Practically every species of fish like to spend time in the weeds and that means you should, too. Weeds are where baitfish often congregate to find…
Under utilized fishing opportunities can often create some true trophy fishing experiences in the upper Midwest.  Pictured is Red River Guide Josh Burgett and outdoor television host Jason Mitchell st...
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Five Great Fishing Destinations

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and such is the case of fish popularity.  Walleyes for example are held in snob regard across the upper Midwest.  Trout purists hold down the west and everyone…
News & Tips: Create a Pre-Fishing Trip Checklist: A Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Tip...
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Create a Pre-Fishing Trip Checklist: A Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Tip

When you are getting ready for a fishing trip, establishing a routine will help you make sure that every detail is taken care of. The next time you’re getting ready for a day on the water, make a…
News & Tips: What to Wear When Fishing So You Don’t Freeze Your Tail Fin Off...
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What to Wear When Fishing So You Don’t Freeze Your Tail Fin Off

It’s hard to beat the bite of fall trolling for salmon and trout when the weather and water turn cold. As hot as the action can be this time of year, not being dressed for the cold weather can turn a…
News & Tips: Travel Blog: Following the Drum Beat in Crystal River, Florida...
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Travel Blog: Following the Drum Beat in Crystal River, Florida

  Capt. Kyle Messier shows off his freshwater drum catch.   My friend Alan Williams and I left Miami for Crystal River tingling with that special prospect of outdoor excitement that Bass Pro Shop…
News & Tips: How to Gain Confidence in New Fishing Tactics...
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How to Gain Confidence in New Fishing Tactics

Learning new tactics to catch fish is a great way to keep angling fresh and exciting. Something I've learned is that it's important to set yourself up for success when trying a new bait. One way to…
News & Tips: Keep the Right Tools Handy to Remove Fish Hooks From Your Skin...
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Keep the Right Tools Handy to Remove Fish Hooks From Your Skin

The unhooking process is potentially hazardous to the angler, especially when the fishing lure sports multiple treble hooks. One slip at an inopportune moment can result in a dropped fish and a hook…