Information for Beginning Fishermen
Information to help the beginner fisherman, instruction on many fishing topics.
Fishing in Estuaries
Fishing in Estuaries
Fishing in Estuaries
How Do You Fish Top Water Baits?
Share your top water tips
Share your top water tips
Fishing Rods
Information on different kinds of rods, rod repair and buying a rod
Information on different kinds of rods, rod repair and buying a rod
Problems Facing Fishermen
What are the biggest problems facing fishermen?
What are the biggest problems facing fishermen?
How To Fish Crank Baits Around Grass
How to catch bass on crank baits around grass
How to catch bass on crank baits around grass
Tips For Rigging Spinnerbaits
Nate Rosson shares some of his tips on rigging spinnerbaits
Nate Rosson shares some of his tips on rigging spinnerbaits
Why Are Spinnerbaits Good?
Contribute your comments on fishing spinnerbaits
Contribute your comments on fishing spinnerbaits
The Way You Fish Humps Makes A Difference
Why fish humps? Captain Mike Gerry says the bass are there and explains how to fish them.
Why fish humps? Captain Mike Gerry says the bass are there and explains how to fish them.
It's Time For the Bass To Move To the Ledges
Captain Mike Gerry tells why ledge fishing is so good
Captain Mike Gerry tells why ledge fishing is so good
What To Do About A Hook In A Fish Stomach
Should you try to remove the hook from a fish that has swallowed it if you are going to release it?
Should you try to remove the hook from a fish that has swallowed it if you are going to release it?
It’s Time to Get to the Wood Fishing
Captain Mike Gerry says it is time to fish the wood.
Captain Mike Gerry says it is time to fish the wood.
Sixth Sense for Catching Fish
Some fishermen seem to have a sixth sense for catching fish.
Some fishermen seem to have a sixth sense for catching fish.
Fishing Topwater Lures
When the water temperatures get higher than 60 it is time to fish topwater baits.
When the water temperatures get higher than 60 it is time to fish topwater baits.
Pitching For Bass with Boyd Duckett
Boyd Duckett tells why pitching for bass is a good method, what to use and where to pitch
Boyd Duckett tells why pitching for bass is a good method, what to use and where to pitch
Rattle Bait Fishing
Captain Mike offers some ideas on catching bass on rattle baits.
Captain Mike offers some ideas on catching bass on rattle baits.
Swimming A Jig For Bass
Captain Mike tells how to swim a jig, when to change colors and trailers and where to swim a jig.
Captain Mike tells how to swim a jig, when to change colors and trailers and where to swim a jig.
Fishing Rocks and Stumps Tip from Kevin VanDam
Kevin VanDam gives some tips on catching bass from rocks and stumps
Kevin VanDam gives some tips on catching bass from rocks and stumps
Future Fisherman Foundation Physh Ed Program "Hooks" Young Anglers
Future Fisherman Foundation Physh Ed Program "Hooks" Young Anglers
Future Fisherman Foundation Physh Ed Program "Hooks" Young Anglers
Staying Warm Winter Fishing
I fish year round and the way I dress allows me to stay comfortable.
I fish year round and the way I dress allows me to stay comfortable.
Flat Sided Crankbaits Have Advantages
Captain Mike Gerry tells why flat sided crankbaits are good
Captain Mike Gerry tells why flat sided crankbaits are good
Catching Bass In November
Boyd Duckett tells how to find and catch bass in Novemher
Boyd Duckett tells how to find and catch bass in Novemher
Fishing Articles from Bass Tackle Depot -
Fishing articles from Bass Tackle Depot
Fishing articles from Bass Tackle Depot
De- Mystifying Swimbait Fishing
Craig Gottwalls explains his systematic approach to fishing swimbaits.
Craig Gottwalls explains his systematic approach to fishing swimbaits.
Fishing After The Year's Shortest Day -
Captain Gerry tells how to catch bass as the days get longer
Captain Gerry tells how to catch bass as the days get longer
Smallmouth Bass Fishing In the Snow:
Lee McClellan tells why smallmouth fishing in the snow is productive and what lures to use.
Lee McClellan tells why smallmouth fishing in the snow is productive and what lures to use.
Winter Spinner Bait Fishing
A spinnerbait is a great winter bait according to Captain Mike Gerry
A spinnerbait is a great winter bait according to Captain Mike Gerry
Jim Moynagh On Fishing The Rock Jig
Jim Moynagh describes how he catches bass on his Rock Jig
Jim Moynagh describes how he catches bass on his Rock Jig
Winter Fishing Tips for Lake Guntersville
Captain Mike Gerry gives some tips on catching Guntersville bass in the winter.
Captain Mike Gerry gives some tips on catching Guntersville bass in the winter.
Jigging Spoons By Captain Mike Gerry
Mike Gerry tells how to catch bass on Lake Guntersville on a jigging spoon
Mike Gerry tells how to catch bass on Lake Guntersville on a jigging spoon
Finesse Fishing - Finessing Georgia Bass
Light tackle and small baits will catch bass when other methods fail.
Light tackle and small baits will catch bass when other methods fail.
Topwater Time In Georgia
Topwater baits work well in my home state
Topwater baits work well in my home state
What Is Fizzing Bass
What is fizzing and how does it work.
What is fizzing and how does it work.
Bait Scents In Cold Water
Skeet Reese tells why and how to use scents on bass baits in cold water.
Skeet Reese tells why and how to use scents on bass baits in cold water.
Summer Fishing Heats Up
Bob Jensen discusses summer fishing
Bob Jensen discusses summer fishing
Fishing Deep Away From the Bank
Skeet Reese gives some tips on deep water fishing
Skeet Reese gives some tips on deep water fishing
Lake Guntersville Fishing Report - August 16, 2008
Fishing report on Lake Guntersville from Captain Mike Gerry
Fishing report on Lake Guntersville from Captain Mike Gerry
Fishing Tips
Fishing Tips
Fishing Tips
How to Catch Suspended Bass
Lee McClellan explains how to catch suspended bass
Lee McClellan explains how to catch suspended bass
Spooling Line On Spin Cast Reel
How to put line on a spin cast reel
How to put line on a spin cast reel
Fishing The Weedline
Bob Jensen tells which weedlines to fish and which baits work best.
Bob Jensen tells which weedlines to fish and which baits work best.
Go Bigger With Summertime Bass Baits
Jay Yelas tells how upsizing your baits helps catch summertime bass.
Jay Yelas tells how upsizing your baits helps catch summertime bass.
Slip Bobbers For More Fish
Bob Jensen tells how to use bobbers to catch more fish.
Bob Jensen tells how to use bobbers to catch more fish.
Corraling Cruisers With A Floating Worm
Jay Yelas explains how and where he fishes a floating worm for bass.
Jay Yelas explains how and where he fishes a floating worm for bass.
Spooling Line On A Spinning Reel
Scott Suggs tells what kind of line to use on a spinning reel, how to spool it and how to remove line twist.
Scott Suggs tells what kind of line to use on a spinning reel, how to spool it and how to remove line twist.
Landing Nets: Better For The Fish And The Fisherman
Bob Jensen tells why you should use a landing net and how to use them.
Bob Jensen tells why you should use a landing net and how to use them.
Post Spawn Bass Fishing
Scott Suggs tells how to catch post spawn bass
Scott Suggs tells how to catch post spawn bass
Ideas For Open Water Fishing
Bob Jensen gives some tips for fishing open water after ice-out.
Bob Jensen gives some tips for fishing open water after ice-out.
Articles By Bob Jensen And The Fishing Wire
Bob Jensen articles from The Fishing Wire
Bob Jensen articles from The Fishing Wire
Sixth Sense for Catching Fish
Some fishermen seem to have a sixth sense for catching fish.
Some fishermen seem to have a sixth sense for catching fish.
Inactive Winter Bass
Catching inactive bass in the winter is tough but they can be caught
Catching inactive bass in the winter is tough but they can be caught
Sight Fishing With Scott Suggs
Scott Suggs explains how to catch bass by sight fishing
Scott Suggs explains how to catch bass by sight fishing
How To Sharpen Fishing Hooks
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
Freshwater Fishing Articles
Freshwater fishing articles courtesy of The Fishing Wire
Freshwater fishing articles courtesy of The Fishing Wire
Catching Christmas Hybrids
Christmas is a good time to catch hybrids
Christmas is a good time to catch hybrids
Finding Where To Jig A Spoon
How to locate places to jig a spoon
How to locate places to jig a spoon
Spinnerbait Tactics
Joe H with Secret Weapon Lures shares 14 different ways to fish a spinnerbait
Joe H with Secret Weapon Lures shares 14 different ways to fish a spinnerbait
Winter Fishing Information
Fishing in the winter, from ice fishing to what to use for bass in the south.
Fishing in the winter, from ice fishing to what to use for bass in the south.
How Droughts Affect Fishing
How does low water from droughts affect fishing?
How does low water from droughts affect fishing?
Is Leadcore Right For Me?
When and how to use leadcore line
When and how to use leadcore line
Night Fishing
Fishing at night is a good way to beat the heat
Fishing at night is a good way to beat the heat
Late July Fishing Patterns
Catching fish in the south in late July can be tough, but these tips should help if it is hot where you fish.
Catching fish in the south in late July can be tough, but these tips should help if it is hot where you fish.
Rigging A Jig Head Worm
Different ways to rig a worm on a jig head for jig head worm fishing
Different ways to rig a worm on a jig head for jig head worm fishing
Rigging Reacting and Record Keeping for Lake Michigan Fishing
The three Rs help ou catch lake Michigan fish
The three Rs help ou catch lake Michigan fish
Jig Head Worm
Jig head worms are very popular for bass fishing but what are they?
Jig head worms are very popular for bass fishing but what are they?
Tools For Trolling
Rig for catching more fish on Lake Michigan
Rig for catching more fish on Lake Michigan
Red Fishing Line
Use red fishing line when fishing Lake Michigan - here is why red fishing line is good.
Use red fishing line when fishing Lake Michigan - here is why red fishing line is good.
Glass and Brass For Bass Fishing
Glass and brass for fishing is just one trick of many.
Glass and brass for fishing is just one trick of many.
Catching Cold Front Bass
Some tips on catching bass after a cold front.
Some tips on catching bass after a cold front.
Cold Front Fishing And Its Effects
Cold front effects on fishing and how to adapt
Cold front effects on fishing and how to adapt
Fish Fact Sheets
Information about different kinds of fish species are contained in these fish fact sheets, including record weight, where they live and spawn and other information.
Information about different kinds of fish species are contained in these fish fact sheets, including record weight, where they live and spawn and other information.
How To Use Fishing Spoons
Captain Jim Hirt tells how to choose speed, color and size of your fishing spoon on Lake Michigan
Captain Jim Hirt tells how to choose speed, color and size of your fishing spoon on Lake Michigan
Fishing Line Knots
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Using GPS To Catch More Fish
Papa John tells how using GPS helps catch fish
Papa John tells how using GPS helps catch fish
Staying Safe Fishing In Lightning
Lightning can be dangerous and fishermen face it often.
Lightning can be dangerous and fishermen face it often.
Catching Fish By Fishing Riprap
Riprap is a great place to catch fish.
Riprap is a great place to catch fish.
Using Ultralight Fishing Tackle
Ultralight fishing tackle is a fun way to fish and you will catch more fish.
Ultralight fishing tackle is a fun way to fish and you will catch more fish.
Fish Egg Development
Did you ever wonder why fish caught in late fall or the winter have well developed eggs?
Did you ever wonder why fish caught in late fall or the winter have well developed eggs?
Bass Identification
Information and pictures of largemouth, smallmouth and striped bass.
Information and pictures of largemouth, smallmouth and striped bass.
Ice Fishing
Brian Knippers offers some ice fishing tips to keep you safe while ice fishing.
Brian Knippers offers some ice fishing tips to keep you safe while ice fishing.
Winter Fishing Memories
These ways I have caught fish in the winter may help you.
These ways I have caught fish in the winter may help you.
Freshwater Fishing Articles From About.com
These were the top ten articles on freshwater fishing at About.com based on page views for 2006.
These were the top ten articles on freshwater fishing at About.com based on page views for 2006.
Land The Fish You Hook
Tips from Captain Jim Hirt on the things that will help you land the fish you hook.
Tips from Captain Jim Hirt on the things that will help you land the fish you hook.
Reasons For Hiring A Fishing Guide
There are several reasons to hire a fishing guide.
There are several reasons to hire a fishing guide.
Lake Conroe Fishing Report - December 2006
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
Fishing Charters Milwaukee Trophy Fish Variables.
Captain Jim Hirt tells how catching trophy fish depends on a lot of variables.
Captain Jim Hirt tells how catching trophy fish depends on a lot of variables.
How To Use A Fishing Log To Catch Fish
Here is how I record my fishing trips to help me catch more fish
Here is how I record my fishing trips to help me catch more fish
Finesse Fishing
Catching bass on finesse rigs may save the day.
Catching bass on finesse rigs may save the day.
Fishing Rods
Where to get a fishing rod.
Where to get a fishing rod.
Spinnerbaits Crankbaits and Jigs
What is the difference between Spinnerbaits Crankbaits and Jigs and how do you fish them?
What is the difference between Spinnerbaits Crankbaits and Jigs and how do you fish them?
Tackling An Orderly Tacklebox
Do you ever organize your tackle?
Do you ever organize your tackle?
Crankbaits - How To Choose A Crankbait - Picking A Crankbait
How do you choose which crankbait to buy and which one to fish with?
How do you choose which crankbait to buy and which one to fish with?
Worm Rigs - Fishing Plastic Worm Rigs - How to Fish Worm Rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
Finding Bass On New Lakes - How To Find Bass
These tips may help you find bass on new waters or even on places you have fished in the past.
These tips may help you find bass on new waters or even on places you have fished in the past.
Mepps Buys Squirrel Tails - Shoot A Squirrel, Sell Its Tail To Mepps
Mepps buys squirrel tails for dressing their spinners.
Mepps buys squirrel tails for dressing their spinners.
Catch and Release Tips - How To Practice Catch and Release Successfully
Use these tips to have successful catch and release fishing
Use these tips to have successful catch and release fishing
Night Bass Fishing
Joe Haubenreich with Secret Weapon Lures gives detailed info on catching bass at night.
Joe Haubenreich with Secret Weapon Lures gives detailed info on catching bass at night.
Pictures of Jig and Pig
Pictures of a Jig and Pig
Pictures of a Jig and Pig
Holiday Fishing - How To Beat the Holiday Fishing Crowds
Lakes get crowded during holidays like July 4th - here are some ways to fish in peace.
Lakes get crowded during holidays like July 4th - here are some ways to fish in peace.
Watching Fish Hit On Top
Catching fish when they are hitting on top can be tough, but watching them if fun.
Catching fish when they are hitting on top can be tough, but watching them if fun.
Milwaukee Wisconsin Fishing For Coho Salmon
How to catch Coho in Lake Michigan from Captain Jim Hirt.
How to catch Coho in Lake Michigan from Captain Jim Hirt.
School's Out - Time To Go Fishing
The first few days of summer holidays are magical times for fishing.
The first few days of summer holidays are magical times for fishing.
Jane Seymour To Serve As Honorary Chair of National Fishing and Boating Week
National Fishing and Boating Week is June 3 - 11
National Fishing and Boating Week is June 3 - 11
GPS Fishing - Using A GPS To Locate Fish - GPS Fishing Helps
Captain Jim explains some of the reasons to use a GPS while fishing.
Captain Jim explains some of the reasons to use a GPS while fishing.
Lake Michigan Charters Wisconsin Rigging For Success
Trolling tips for fishing Lake Michigan
Trolling tips for fishing Lake Michigan
Trick Worm Fishing
Learn to fish a floating worm for bass
Learn to fish a floating worm for bass
Lake Michigan Fishing Charter Milwaukee Leadcore Presentation
How to rig leadcore line for trolling.
How to rig leadcore line for trolling.
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Spinning Reels for Fishing
Spinning reels are very popular and work better than other kinds of fishing reels for some kinds of fishing.
Spinning reels are very popular and work better than other kinds of fishing reels for some kinds of fishing.
Fishing Milwaukee - Downrigger Diversity Tips #16
More tips for fishing downriggers
More tips for fishing downriggers
Fishing Charters Milwaukee Downriggers 101
How to set up downriggers and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
How to set up downriggers and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
Staying Warm While Fishing
You can go fishing in most winter weather if you are prepared for it.
You can go fishing in most winter weather if you are prepared for it.
Fishing Lake Michigan Leadcore Line Rigging
Captain Jim Hirt explains how to use leadcore line for fishing Lake Michigan
Captain Jim Hirt explains how to use leadcore line for fishing Lake Michigan
Fishing Milwaukee Cold Start Finding Fish
Cold Start Fishing - how to find fish after not being on the water in a long time.
Cold Start Fishing - how to find fish after not being on the water in a long time.
Monofilament Fishing Line VS Braided Fishing Lines
Fritz has tried both lines and is tending toward mono fishing line
Fritz has tried both lines and is tending toward mono fishing line
Fishing Pros Secrets
Do the fishing pros know something you don't?
Do the fishing pros know something you don't?
Fishing
Fishing - Why I love fishing and go fishing often
Fishing - Why I love fishing and go fishing often
How Much Fishing Is Enough
I go fishing about 100 days a year and it is not enough.
I go fishing about 100 days a year and it is not enough.
Do Fish Scents Make Sense?
Do fish scents help you catch fish? I sometimes use them
Do fish scents help you catch fish? I sometimes use them
Winter Bass Patterns - Freshwater Fishing
Bass are hard to catch while fishing in the winter. Here are some reasons why bass fishing is tough, and some tactics that work to catch bass.
Bass are hard to catch while fishing in the winter. Here are some reasons why bass fishing is tough, and some tactics that work to catch bass.
How To Get Back In A Bass Boat If You Fall Out
Falling out of a fishing boat may be a once in a lifetime happening -don't let it be the last thing that ever happens.
Falling out of a fishing boat may be a once in a lifetime happening -don't let it be the last thing that ever happens.
How To Tune A Crankbait
There are several ways to make a crankbait run right when it does not.
There are several ways to make a crankbait run right when it does not.
Why Do I Fish?
Every fisherman has to answer this question themselves
Every fisherman has to answer this question themselves
Late Fall/November Fishing Patterns
This is a good time to catch fish in my area of the world
This is a good time to catch fish in my area of the world
How To Remove Twists From Fishing Line
Here are several ways to remove twists from your fishing line.
Here are several ways to remove twists from your fishing line.
What Is Fall Fishing?
Fall fishing can be great if you fish the right places and take advantage of it.
Fall fishing can be great if you fish the right places and take advantage of it.
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Fall turnover, what it is and how it affects your fishing
Fall turnover, what it is and how it affects your fishing
September Fishing - Freshwater Fishing
September fishing is often tough. Here are some pattern that might work
September fishing is often tough. Here are some pattern that might work
Fishing Technology Advances in Depthfinders and GPS
The changes in fishing technology over the past 35 years are amazing
The changes in fishing technology over the past 35 years are amazing
Trailering: It’s a skill that needs to be practiced
Boat trailering takes practice, patience courtesy and common sense
Boat trailering takes practice, patience courtesy and common sense
Mepps Memories - Freshwater Fishing
Mepps spinners are great for bream. Just my luck I would hook my biggest bass ever on one
Mepps spinners are great for bream. Just my luck I would hook my biggest bass ever on one
Build A Better Minnow Trap - Freshwater Fishing
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
Stay Safe On the Water on July 4th
Coast Guard Auxiliary offers tips to stay safe on the busiest, and often deadliest weekend of the boating season
Coast Guard Auxiliary offers tips to stay safe on the busiest, and often deadliest weekend of the boating season
Watching and Learning
Watching fish can help you learn more about catching them.
Watching fish can help you learn more about catching them.
How To Tie A Double Fluke Rig for Fishing
Sometimes a double Fluke rig will draw strikes with a single Fluke will not. Here is how to tie it with a sliding swivel.
Sometimes a double Fluke rig will draw strikes with a single Fluke will not. Here is how to tie it with a sliding swivel.
So You Want A Fishing Record
How can you get your name in the fishing record books?
How can you get your name in the fishing record books?
Baitfish Equal Bass
Find the baitfish and bass will be nearby. Here are some things to look for to find the baitfish.
Find the baitfish and bass will be nearby. Here are some things to look for to find the baitfish.
Fishing Line Confusion
What fishing line to buy?
What fishing line to buy?
How To Fish a Jig and Pig - Freshwater Fishing
A jig and pig is a great bait for big bass, especially in the winter
A jig and pig is a great bait for big bass, especially in the winter
Tying Knots - Freshwater Fishing
Tying a good knot can help you land more fish,
Tying a good knot can help you land more fish,
Fishing Online: 1,000 Best Web Sites
A review of the best fishing web sites, including screen shots and info about each.
A review of the best fishing web sites, including screen shots and info about each.
How To Fish A Carolina Rig
How to fish a carolins rig
How to fish a carolins rig
Fish Feeding Schedules
Do fish feed on a schedule you can use to catch them? Here are some thoughts and ideas on that topic.
Do fish feed on a schedule you can use to catch them? Here are some thoughts and ideas on that topic.
Tying a Drop Shot Rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
Casting a Bait Casting Reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
Getting Kids Started Fishing
It is importand for the future of fishing to get kids involved!
It is importand for the future of fishing to get kids involved!
Slinging Spinnerbaits
Spinnerbaits catch a lot of bass and are versitile fishing lures. Here is a variety of ways I like to fish them.
Spinnerbaits catch a lot of bass and are versitile fishing lures. Here is a variety of ways I like to fish them.
Hooked on Fishing Information
Your Child’s First Rod and Reel Really is a Big Deal, a tip from Sebastian Bobber and Derby reaches nine million participants.
Your Child’s First Rod and Reel Really is a Big Deal, a tip from Sebastian Bobber and Derby reaches nine million participants.
Make A Cheap Plug Knocker
You can save many plugs that get hung up with this simple, cheap plug knocker.
You can save many plugs that get hung up with this simple, cheap plug knocker.
Avoid Holiday Crowds and Catch Fish
You can catch fish and enjoy doing it, even on the most crowded holiday weekend, if you use some of these tips.
You can catch fish and enjoy doing it, even on the most crowded holiday weekend, if you use some of these tips.
Texas Rig a Worm
Rig up a Texas rigged worm for fishing brush and casting to grass and under docks. Simple and easy to use, itwas one of the first ways to rig worms.
Rig up a Texas rigged worm for fishing brush and casting to grass and under docks. Simple and easy to use, itwas one of the first ways to rig worms.
Spool Line on Casting Reels
Put line on your bait casting reel correctly and it will last longer and cast better.
Put line on your bait casting reel correctly and it will last longer and cast better.
Tie a Palomor Knot
A palomor knot is a strong knot for attaching hooks and lures. It is one of the best for tying a drop shot rig.
A palomor knot is a strong knot for attaching hooks and lures. It is one of the best for tying a drop shot rig.
Tie an Improved Clinch Knot
How to tie a knot that will hold under most fishing conditions - my favorite knot that I have been using for many years.
How to tie a knot that will hold under most fishing conditions - my favorite knot that I have been using for many years.
Carolina Rig a Worm
Rig a worm Carolina style to catch fish in a variety of places.
Rig a worm Carolina style to catch fish in a variety of places.
Put Line on Spinning Reels
Step by step instructions on putting line on a spinning reel.
Step by step instructions on putting line on a spinning reel.
How To Fish a Tree in the Water
Blowdowns, or trees in the water, are great places to catch bass. Here are some tips on how to catch bass out of blowdowns.
Blowdowns, or trees in the water, are great places to catch bass. Here are some tips on how to catch bass out of blowdowns.
Fishing and Camping Checklist
Use a checklist to make sure you have everything you need on your fishing and camping trip. This list has served me well for years. Start with it and add more of your own stuff.
Use a checklist to make sure you have everything you need on your fishing and camping trip. This list has served me well for years. Start with it and add more of your own stuff.
Fishing Mistakes and Lessons Learned
Learn from my mistakes - keep track of where the fish is that you are fighting, don't get distracted.
Learn from my mistakes - keep track of where the fish is that you are fighting, don't get distracted.
Mounted and Replica Bass
Get a mount of your fish and be able to release it alive, too.
Get a mount of your fish and be able to release it alive, too.
Fall Turnover and Its Effects on Fishing
What is fall turn-over and how does it affect your fishing?
What is fall turn-over and how does it affect your fishing?
Fall Fishing
Why fall is a good time to go fishing.
Why fall is a good time to go fishing.
Jig and Pig Fishing
Fishing a jig and pig.
Fishing a jig and pig.
Boating Rules of the Road
Some people driving a boat should not be!
Some people driving a boat should not be!
Tennessee Handle on a Fishing Rod
Here are some pictures of my Castaway rod with the reel attached on a Tennessee handle, and an explanation of it.
Here are some pictures of my Castaway rod with the reel attached on a Tennessee handle, and an explanation of it.
Jig and Pig Fishing
Fishing a jig and pig.
Fishing a jig and pig.
Riprap Fishing
Riprap is a good place to catch bass in the winter, or anytime else!
Riprap is a good place to catch bass in the winter, or anytime else!
Fishing Videos
Video tapes can inform and entertain you.
Video tapes can inform and entertain you.
Where To - Fish A Jig and Pig
Types of cover that hold bass that will hit a jig and pig
Types of cover that hold bass that will hit a jig and pig
Where To - Jig A Spoon
Finding the fish makes all the difference
Finding the fish makes all the difference
How To - Fish Spoons
Jig a spoon to catch fish in cold water.
Jig a spoon to catch fish in cold water.
Ode To A Bucktail
Bucktails will catch fish when nothing else will work.
Bucktails will catch fish when nothing else will work.
How To - Fish a Jig and Pig
A jig and pig is a great winter bait for big bass
A jig and pig is a great winter bait for big bass
Buck Perry and spoonplugging?
The father of structure fishing - his book has been long considered a must for serious bass fishermen.
The father of structure fishing - his book has been long considered a must for serious bass fishermen.
Worm Rigging Guide
Great information on how to rig different kinds of worm rigs, with picturds, from Yamamoto Baits
Great information on how to rig different kinds of worm rigs, with picturds, from Yamamoto Baits
Pitzen Knot
How to tie this knot that is smaller and stronger than the clinch knot.
How to tie this knot that is smaller and stronger than the clinch knot.
Fishes of Minnesota Quiz
Interesting quiz - test your knowledge of fish in Minnesota
Interesting quiz - test your knowledge of fish in Minnesota
Choosing Fishing Line
Guide Steve Huber wrote this article for Lake-link.com. It is a good guide to choosing a fishing line that fits your needs.
Guide Steve Huber wrote this article for Lake-link.com. It is a good guide to choosing a fishing line that fits your needs.
Christmas Fishing - Bass Fishing
Late December is a good time to catch bass - some years! Here are some things that work for me.
Late December is a good time to catch bass - some years! Here are some things that work for me.
Christmas Fishing - Crappie Fishing
I have been able to catch a lot of winter crappie at Clark's Hill with these patterns and tactics.
I have been able to catch a lot of winter crappie at Clark's Hill with these patterns and tactics.
Getting Kids Started Fishing
The future of fishing, and of many kids, depends on getting them into the sport!
The future of fishing, and of many kids, depends on getting them into the sport!
What Is Fall Fishing?
From the time the water temperature starts to drop until winter, fish are biting!
From the time the water temperature starts to drop until winter, fish are biting!
Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits and Jigs
Some ideas about the differences of these baits and how to fish them.
Some ideas about the differences of these baits and how to fish them.
Brainstorming Fishing Lures
Think up new lures or ways to adapt what you have to look better to the fish.
Think up new lures or ways to adapt what you have to look better to the fish.
Too Hot To Go Fishing? Never!
Does it ever get too hot to go fishing? Here are some ways to beat the heat.
Does it ever get too hot to go fishing? Here are some ways to beat the heat.
How To Fish A Carolina Rig
How to catch bass on a Carolina rig
How to catch bass on a Carolina rig
How To Fish A Cold Front
Tactics that may help catch bass after a cold front
Tactics that may help catch bass after a cold front
Cold Front Fishing
How do you, and the bass, respond to a cold front?
How do you, and the bass, respond to a cold front?
Fishing the Birds
Find the birds and you might find a school of feeding fish!
Find the birds and you might find a school of feeding fish!
Oil It Up
A little lubricant helps, and a new product promises to stick with your reel a long time.
A little lubricant helps, and a new product promises to stick with your reel a long time.
Fishing for Serenity
. From your About.com Guide. Imagine escaping from your hectic daily routine for one afternoon to a locale of peace and tranquility.
. From your About.com Guide. Imagine escaping from your hectic daily routine for one afternoon to a locale of peace and tranquility.
Anglersinfo.com
Tips from the pros, from how to tie knots to releasing air from a fish's swim bladder.
Tips from the pros, from how to tie knots to releasing air from a fish's swim bladder.
The Bass Coach
Guide service that also offers to "school" you on the ways to catch bass - on Lake Champlain/Lake George, NY.
Guide service that also offers to "school" you on the ways to catch bass - on Lake Champlain/Lake George, NY.
Become a Better Tournament Fisherman
The top twenty things you can do to become a better bass tournament fisherman. Should work for all species!
The top twenty things you can do to become a better bass tournament fisherman. Should work for all species!
Big Bass Video
How-to video on live bait fishing for bass
How-to video on live bait fishing for bass
Blue Quill Angler
Flyfishing School, store, and more. Good place for beginners! Special schools for beginners, women and even experts who know enough to know they can learn more.
Flyfishing School, store, and more. Good place for beginners! Special schools for beginners, women and even experts who know enough to know they can learn more.
Casting Kids
Report from Bassmaster and Zebco on the Casting Kids competition.
Report from Bassmaster and Zebco on the Casting Kids competition.
Debra Jo's Outdoor Friends
Lots of good info from instruction for beginners to family pictures.
Lots of good info from instruction for beginners to family pictures.
Deepwater Tips from Buck Perry
The father of structure fishing with his spoonplugs gives tips on catching fish in deep water.
The father of structure fishing with his spoonplugs gives tips on catching fish in deep water.
Expatlink.com
Site for English speaking expatriates - fishing section has links and books.
Site for English speaking expatriates - fishing section has links and books.
Fish Expert
Download an "intelligent data base" that will supply you with fishing methods and patterns based on your type of fishing. If you like it, buy it.
Download an "intelligent data base" that will supply you with fishing methods and patterns based on your type of fishing. If you like it, buy it.
Fish Field Guide
Find out information about your favorite species in the fishing field guide
Find out information about your favorite species in the fishing field guide
Fishingmap.com
Fishing and lake maps available for over 4000 US and Canadian lakes and rivers.
Fishing and lake maps available for over 4000 US and Canadian lakes and rivers.
Fishing Pal
How to tie knots - clickable links to show you how to tie several knots.
How to tie knots - clickable links to show you how to tie several knots.
How to Find Fish
by Jerry Puckett - From Gary Yamamoto's Baits Inside Line
by Jerry Puckett - From Gary Yamamoto's Baits Inside Line
Knots
From Grant's Guide By Herron Publications, includes good diagrams showing how to tie several knots.
From Grant's Guide By Herron Publications, includes good diagrams showing how to tie several knots.
Knot Software
Check out this page for a knot screen saver and demo on how to tie knots. It you like the software, order it.
Check out this page for a knot screen saver and demo on how to tie knots. It you like the software, order it.
Knot Tying
Some good info on tying knots in fishing line can be found here. Although the most common are listed, there are no details on tying them, just do's and don'ts.
Some good info on tying knots in fishing line can be found here. Although the most common are listed, there are no details on tying them, just do's and don'ts.
On the Water Fishing Instructions
Join professional angler and tournament champion, Daryl Christensen, for a full day of on-the-water fishing instructions.
Join professional angler and tournament champion, Daryl Christensen, for a full day of on-the-water fishing instructions.
School of Fly Fishing
"We provide both outdoor and indoor/online fly fishing courses designed to teach beginners the fundamentals of how to fly fish."
"We provide both outdoor and indoor/online fly fishing courses designed to teach beginners the fundamentals of how to fly fish."
Smallmouth Bass Identification and Description
From fishingpal.com, also includes places to find them, habitat, eating quality and ways to catch them.
From fishingpal.com, also includes places to find them, habitat, eating quality and ways to catch them.
Travel-in-fisherman
Hank Parker's favorite lakes, you can order a kit that includes maps, tips, gps coordinates and more of these lakes.
Hank Parker's favorite lakes, you can order a kit that includes maps, tips, gps coordinates and more of these lakes.
Joe.mehaffey.com
Good information on GPS - especially good intro for new users!
Good information on GPS - especially good intro for new users!
Pro Secrets
How pro fishermen catch fish when the rest of us don't?
How pro fishermen catch fish when the rest of us don't?
Brackish Water Fishing
Catch winter fish where salt and freshwater mix
Catch winter fish where salt and freshwater mix
Why Do I Fish
Some of the reasons I love to fish.
Some of the reasons I love to fish.