Gamboa Rainforest Resort stands at the juncture of the historic Chagres River and the vast Panama Canal. This places it in the midst of a lush jungle habitat with an enticing array of gamefish.…
The circle of ripples on the smooth water had my undivided attention. Then, when a silvery trout broke through the river's calm surface and landed with a flashy splash, I had a much better idea of…
The hottest action will occur during their spawning time around the time of the full moons of April through June, depending on your latitude.
Many of us cut our fishing teeth on sunfish and the truth…
Panfish are abundant, pretty easy to catch, good to eat, and they are all mighty fun to catch for kids and adults alike.
When most people think about panfish, they usually think of crappie or…
If there's an ace up my sleeve when it comes to trolling walleye, it's the Rapala Deep Tail Dancer. Simply put, this balsa bait is a consistent winner. Here are a few reasons why you should carry a…
Topwater baits have long been a staple on the fishing scene — and for good reason. Capable of providing heart pounding thrills — and plenty of big fish — surface baits readily hook anglers as much as…
One important aspect of fly fishing in Wisconsin which is often overlooked by anglers is focusing on the river mouths in spring. It is this junction between the lake and the river where steelhead…
With spring fresh in the air, taking stock of my panfish box has become a yearly rite of passage. Early season pannies (crappie, perch and bluegill) are the first fish I cast a line to here in the…
Bass fishing can seem like a confusing sport to those just getting into the game. With so much equipment lining store shelves, it's no wonder some anglers have a hard time deciding what to put in…
Let's face it. When it comes to bass fishing, getting the best fishing rod is pretty important. They allow us to cast our lures, work baits and, most importantly, haul in fish. But with all the bass…
The single most important aspect to fly fishing is the ability to accurately present flies to feeding fish in a matter of a few second's time without spooking fish from repeated false casting or…
Whip finishing is a basic fly-tying skill that, once learned, you'll use on each and every fly pattern you tie. Learning to do it right is essential for creating durable flies that last longer than a…
