Ongoing research by multiple fisheries agencies in the mid-Atlantic region is revealing important aspects which will likely affect the way walleyes are managed, particularly in river systems.
A…
The Rodney Dangerfield of the perch family, the sauger provides excellent angling opportunities during the early spring, despite the lack of respect shown its way.
Saugers are a close relative of the…
I have several memories from my rookie years as an ice angler. One that remains vivid is the time I saw a lobster.
Let me explain.
The scene took place on a bright, sunny day in March. A group of…
We take our eyesight for granted, especially when we're young. But it's then that we should really be protecting them seriously. And now, as we enter that time of the year, when we are all outdoors…
Through the many years of pursuing northern pike through the ice, one aspect that stands out from the rest about their ice-time habits – and one that most folks overlook – is that these toothy…
The great thing about fly tying is that it encourages creativity, skill and thought. All you need to do is look at countless variations of well-known flies like the wooly bugger or a host of wet fly…
It's your first bassin' trip of the year. Make it count by using these five early-season strategies from legendary anglers. At least one of them is guaranteed to catch bass in frigid water regardless…
With ice fishing season being in full swing, many fly tiers are feeling the crux of not being able to get out and play with their most recent creations, but this doesn't need to be the case. Although…
The vast reaches of the Everglades National Park encompass a vast swath of gamefish habitats all the way from inland fresh waters out to the briny salt water of Florida Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.…
Simplicity and sticking to the basics can be the best strategy during changing seasonal weather. Kevin VanDam, member of the Bass Pro Shops® National Fishing team, gives his advice on how to…
Finding bass hotspots can make the average angler better than the rest. Fishing expert Stacey King, member of the Bass Pro Shops® & NITRO Boats National Fishing team lists his advice on the…
One of the best ways to catch big gills is through the ice. Bluegills can be caught throughout the entire winter, but with early or late ice, bluegills hang around deep channels or deep water…