The hot days of June, July and August leave us agonizingly awaiting the first signs of fall so as to start our pre-season equipment inventory. However, this is the time we should be evaluating our…
Jul 5, 2012I just got back from a very productive weekend of pre-fishing. The water temp was in the upper 80's. The water had a slight stain to it, however I could still see about 3' deep. No, I was…
To best understand how to successfully troll the open water, you must first undertstand the gear and mechanics of the tactic. Trolling on the open water consists of a tool called a planer board.…
When I was asked to write an article on old baits that you hardly hear anything about anymore, quite a few came to mind. It became especially apparent just how many there are when I looked through…
Selecting the right fishing pole and reel is crucial. There are many factors to consider, such as the type of fishing you will be doing, the types of lures you will be using, retrieve ratio and, most…
I just returned from a brief but rewarding trip to a lake to fish for smallmouth bass. I was invited by a friend from Louisiana to his rustic cabin on an island. Each day, he would gather neighbors…
With hundreds of makes and model on the market, finding the right rod and reel for your preferred style of fishing can be a frustrating endeavor. You first want to find a brand that offers a nice mix…
Most fishermen like to brag and boast about the boats they own, their rods and reels, the electronics they have and the tackle they use. Some anglers acknowledge that they can get the most out of…
Summertime is a time for fishing, and I have been doing exactly that!
Aside from doing a little early season deer scouting with setting and maintaining deer trail cameras, I am dedicating most of my…
This is for the tournament fishermen who wonder, “Why are my fish floating in my livewell, and why do they eventually die?”
When fishing in deep water, 20 feet or more, there is a change in water…
Weather is absolutely one of the most influential factors in predicting a good walleye bite anytime of year, but especially in summer.
Stable weather means active fish. It’s virtually the same…
A few months ago, I was visiting the Bass Pro Shop in Auburn Hills. The store managers, Tom and Greg, and I were talking about one of my passions, muskie fishing. During the conversation, Muskie Bob'…
