Here we are, and it’s already February. If the weather holds consistent with the way it has been going, this should be a great fishing month. I can remember many years ago when we had a mild winter…
Too many times, fishermen go to the lake and find the lake covered in rolling waves or at least a strong wind that makes it uncomfortable to be on the water. They pack up their gear and head back…
Leadhead jigs and wintertime river walleye fishing go together like fresh fillets and beer batter. Being most efficient with leadhead jigs means paying attention to a few details.
Weight. Whether you…
Raging winds swept across the Gallatin Range as we stepped out of spike camp high atop North Mountain. We had fortified ourselves with pancakes, eggs, bacon and coffee and now, thanks to our camp…
It is no secret that Americans are obsessed with firearms. The right to keep and bear arms has been a part of the American way for well over 200 years.
The greatest way to strengthen an American…
I was looking through the Bassmaster magazine the other day and flipped to where they show the pictures of the big bass that have been caught. And sure enough, my theory holds true: I believe nine of…
Juvenile bald eagles are a mixture of brown and white. They reach full maturity in four to five years.
The female bald eagle is 35 to 37 inches, slightly larger than the male. Their wingspan ranges…
Many cities across America offer great fishing opportunities. Look for these hidden jewels in creeks and rivers that run through the town, city parks lakes, small water supply reservoirs and golf…
How to Tie Fishing Line: Surgeon's End Loop Knot Instructions
The popularity of the Surgeon’s End Loop knot with fishing lies in its simplicity as well as its strength. Two overhand knots with…
How to tie Fishing Line: Surgeon's Knot Instructions
This knot ranks as one of the best and easiest to tie knots for joining fishing lines of equal or unequal diameters. It can also be used to join…
  Non-Slip Mono-Loop This is an exceptionally strong loop when tied correctly. But be sure to use the right number of turns (as determined by the line's strength rating — see Step 2) and…
The small group of mallards hardly reacted to the shot, which means I wasn't even close. The stinging of missing a nice plump greenhead at very close range was bad, but the ribbing I had to take from…
