Freshwater Fishing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Snakehead Fish
Snakehead fish are not native to the US but are being found in some states. What problems can they cause and what can you do?
Snakehead fish are not native to the US but are being found in some states. What problems can they cause and what can you do?
Double Fluke Rig
This shows a double Fluke rig
This shows a double Fluke rig
How To Rig The Best Bass Lures
Here are my picks of the best bass lures.
Here are my picks of the best bass lures.
Fishing Games
These fishing games vary a lot. Some are free, some cost you, some you can play online.
These fishing games vary a lot. Some are free, some cost you, some you can play online.
Drop Shot Rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
World Record Bass
The world record bass was caught near Jacksonville, GA. Here are some pictures of the signs there and info about the catch
The world record bass was caught near Jacksonville, GA. Here are some pictures of the signs there and info about the catch
Late Fall Fishing
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
Big Catfish
Robbie Robinson with some of the big catfish he catches.
Robbie Robinson with some of the big catfish he catches.
Recipes for Fish
Top ways to cook fish.
Top ways to cook fish.
Robbie "Katchaser" and Big Flathead
Robbie catches huge cats like these.: katchaser big cats quot robby nbsp
Robbie catches huge cats like these.: katchaser big cats quot robby nbsp
Fishing Knots
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Fileting Fish
How I clean fish, with step by step fish cleaning pictures
How I clean fish, with step by step fish cleaning pictures
Braided Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Braided fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Braided fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Getting ready to cast baitcast
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
What Line T o Buy
What fishing line to buy?
What fishing line to buy?
Cooking Fish
Here are four of my favorite ways to cook bass filets.
Here are four of my favorite ways to cook bass filets.
Fall Bass Tips
Roger Lee Brown gives tips on catching fall bass
Roger Lee Brown gives tips on catching fall bass
Crankbaits
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?
Spooling 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.
Fishing A Spinnerbait
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
Carolina Rig
How to fish a carolins rig
How to fish a carolins rig
Building A Fly Tying Bench
Fritz made his own fly tying bench for a whole lot less than buying one would have cost, and he got the satisfaction of making it himself.
Fritz made his own fly tying bench for a whole lot less than buying one would have cost, and he got the satisfaction of making it himself.
Cold Water Bass Fishing
Try these tips for catching bass in cold water: water bass bass fishing winter weather catching bass bass patterns
Try these tips for catching bass in cold water: water bass bass fishing winter weather catching bass bass patterns
Mel's Biggest Bass - So Far
Mel caught this nice bass on a spinnerbait and it is her first big bass.
Mel caught this nice bass on a spinnerbait and it is her first big bass.
Catching Bass After A Cold Front
Bass can be caught after a cold front if you change your tactics.
Bass can be caught after a cold front if you change your tactics.
Three Fishing Rigs You Should Know - Freshwater Fishing
Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach, explains Texas, Carolina and floating worm fishing rigs, from your Mining Co Guide
Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach, explains Texas, Carolina and floating worm fishing rigs, from your Mining Co Guide
Christmas Fishing Gifts
Here are some gifts most any fisherman would love to find under the tree or in the stocking.
Here are some gifts most any fisherman would love to find under the tree or in the stocking.
Fishing With Downriggers
How to set up downriggers for fishing and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
How to set up downriggers for fishing and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
Top 7 Tough Monofilament Fishing Lines
These tough mono lines will do the job for you if you are fishing cover and need abrasion resistance.
These tough mono lines will do the job for you if you are fishing cover and need abrasion resistance.
New Record Blue Cat
IGFA recognizes new world record blue cat
IGFA recognizes new world record blue cat
Bluegill Fish Facts
Bluegill are fun to catch and bite most every bait you can use.
Bluegill are fun to catch and bite most every bait you can use.
November Bass
Boyd Duckett tells how to find and catch bass in Novemher
Boyd Duckett tells how to find and catch bass in Novemher
Tackle Box Things You Need
Every fisherman needs these things in his fishing tackle box.
Every fisherman needs these things in his fishing tackle box.
Alligator Gar
Fact sheet on alligator gar
Fact sheet on alligator gar
Fluorocarbon Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Fluorocarbon fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Fluorocarbon fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Put Line on Spinning Reels
A simple How to on spooling line on spinning reels
A simple How to on spooling line on spinning reels
KISS Fishing - Too Much Fishing Equipment
Keep It Simple Stupid, Too much fishing equipment: water bass fishing equipment bass fishing cold water catfish
Keep It Simple Stupid, Too much fishing equipment: water bass fishing equipment bass fishing cold water catfish
Bait Casting Reels
Baitcasting reels have good, bad and ugly characteristics
Baitcasting reels have good, bad and ugly characteristics
How To Jig Spoons To Catch Fish In the Fall
Fall is a good time to jig a spoon to catch fish: jig spoons ambassadeur spoon related resources nbsp
Fall is a good time to jig a spoon to catch fish: jig spoons ambassadeur spoon related resources nbsp
Worm Rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
Kinds of Black Bass
There are 8 species of black bass in the United States.
There are 8 species of black bass in the United States.
How To Sharpen Fishing Hooks
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
World Record Bass From Japan
Has a new world record bass been caught?
Has a new world record bass been caught?
Bass Fishing With Worms
How to rig worms for bass fishing
How to rig worms for bass fishing
KISS Fishing - Simple Bream
Keep it simple, stupid, catch bream and have fun: water bass bass fishing cold water catfish bream fishing
Keep it simple, stupid, catch bream and have fun: water bass bass fishing cold water catfish bream fishing
Where When and How To Fish a Drop Shot Rig
Some ideas on fishing the drop shot rig that work for me.
Some ideas on fishing the drop shot rig that work for me.
Catching Cold 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.
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.
Flathead Catfish Information
Fact sheet on flathead catfish, including world record size.
Fact sheet on flathead catfish, including world record size.
Crappie Fishing
Crappie fishing at Christmas can be an excellent way to fill up your freezer. These tips I use in Georgia might help you where you fish.
Crappie fishing at Christmas can be an excellent way to fill up your freezer. These tips I use in Georgia might help you where you fish.
Jig and Pig 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
Crappie Fact Sheet
Basic information about black and white crappie
Basic information about black and white crappie
Guntersville Fishing Report
Fishing report on Lake Guntersville from Captain Mike Gerry
Fishing report on Lake Guntersville from Captain Mike Gerry
Winter Fishing
These ways I have caught fish in the winter may help you.
These ways I have caught fish in the winter may help you.
Fishing A Jig and Pig
Fishing a jig and pig is a good way to catch big bass.
Fishing a jig and pig is a good way to catch big bass.
Lake Conroe
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
Catching Crappie
Information to help you catch crappie
Information to help you catch crappie
Fishing Rod Guide Replacement
You can replace a broken or missing rod guide with a little effort
You can replace a broken or missing rod guide with a little effort
Top Bass Lakes in Georgia
Here is my list of the top ten big lakes in Georgia for bass.
Here is my list of the top ten big lakes in Georgia for bass.
Line On A Spin Cast Reel
Tie new line to the spool or the backing
Tie new line to the spool or the backing
Pickwick Sauger - Freshwater Fishing
Jim Pope explains how to catch sauger, with pictures, from your Mining Co Guide
Jim Pope explains how to catch sauger, with pictures, from your Mining Co Guide
How to Rig Your Boat for Trolling - Freshwater Fishing - 02/09/98
Trolling for crappie is a good way to catch them. Here is how to rig your boat, from your About.com Guide
Trolling for crappie is a good way to catch them. Here is how to rig your boat, from your About.com Guide
Make a Minnow Trap
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
The Right Fishing Rod
Lee McClellan gives suggestions on picking the right fishing rod
Lee McClellan gives suggestions on picking the right fishing rod
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.
Downrigger Presentations
When you should use downriggers and where downriggers will work for you
When you should use downriggers and where downriggers will work for you
Fry Fish
A simple How to on frying fish
A simple How to on frying fish
Threadfin Shad
Information about threadfin shad
Information about threadfin shad
Trophy Brown Trout
How to catch Lake Michigan trophy brown trout
How to catch Lake Michigan trophy brown trout
Bait Casting Reels
Bait casting reels are excellent for many kinds of fishing and come in a wide variety of prices. Some are high quality but a reasonable price and some are very expensive. Many lower priced models will serve most fishing needs.
Bait casting reels are excellent for many kinds of fishing and come in a wide variety of prices. Some are high quality but a reasonable price and some are very expensive. Many lower priced models will serve most fishing needs.
Red Piranha Information
Pictures and information about the red piranha
Pictures and information about the red piranha
Leadcore Line
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
Best Hooks for Bass Fishing
What are the best hooks for bass fishing?
What are the best hooks for bass fishing?
This is the same bluegill on my digital scales
This is the same bluegill on my digital scales - they may have been zeroed just over a pound, but even so the fish weighed right at a pound.
This is the same bluegill on my digital scales - they may have been zeroed just over a pound, but even so the fish weighed right at a pound.
Monofilament Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Monofilament fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Monofilament fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Bucktail Jigs
Jim Pope tells how to rig and fish a bucktail jig
Jim Pope tells how to rig and fish a bucktail jig
Bass Fishing at Night
How to choose a light to use while fishing for bass at night.
How to choose a light to use while fishing for bass at night.
Ambassadeur 5500 C3 - Fishing Product Review
Ambassadeur 5500 C3 is a good reel according to R. Lantz Saylor
Ambassadeur 5500 C3 is a good reel according to R. Lantz Saylor
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.
Fishing Line - Freshwater Fishing
Fishing line, how to pick the right one for different fishing conditions
Fishing line, how to pick the right one for different fishing conditions
Snakeheads
Information about snakehead fish, and invasive species
Information about snakehead fish, and invasive species
Crappie with Jig
This picture shows a 13 ounce crappie with a Hal Fly jig in its mouth.
This picture shows a 13 ounce crappie with a Hal Fly jig in its mouth.
Catching Pond Fish
Fishing ponds is a great way to catch fish
Fishing ponds is a great way to catch fish
How to Replace A Rod Tip
Replacing the tip on a fishing rod is easy and inexpensive.
Replacing the tip on a fishing rod is easy and inexpensive.
Prepare Fish For Cooking
How to keep fish fresh and tasty from the fishing trip to the frying pan.
How to keep fish fresh and tasty from the fishing trip to the frying pan.
Bowfin
Bowfin are mean and ugly, and they will tear up your tackle
Bowfin are mean and ugly, and they will tear up your tackle
Trophy Lake Trout
Lures to use to catch trophy lake trout on Lake Michigan
Lures to use to catch trophy lake trout on Lake Michigan
Tie an Improved Clinch Knot
A simple How to on tying an improved clinch knot
A simple How to on tying an improved clinch knot
Winter Crappie
Catching winter crappie at Clark's Hill - this technique may work for you.
Catching winter crappie at Clark's Hill - this technique may work for you.
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
Fall Fishing
Fall fishing can be fantastic. Many patterns work this time of year and most fish are feeding up for the winter. You can catch crappie, bass, bluegill, stripers, hybrids and catfish in the south and other species further north.
Fall fishing can be fantastic. Many patterns work this time of year and most fish are feeding up for the winter. You can catch crappie, bass, bluegill, stripers, hybrids and catfish in the south and other species further north.
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater drum are widespred in North America and fight hard but are not real good to eat.
Freshwater drum are widespred in North America and fight hard but are not real good to eat.
Catching Trout And Salmon
Captain Jim Hirt has a lot of experience catching salmon and trout on Lake Michigan. These articles will help you catch salmon and trout there and anywhere else you fish.
Captain Jim Hirt has a lot of experience catching salmon and trout on Lake Michigan. These articles will help you catch salmon and trout there and anywhere else you fish.
Crappie Fishing Survey
Fisheries biologists survey crappie populations to determine the fishing prospects.
Fisheries biologists survey crappie populations to determine the fishing prospects.
Mess Of Crappie On Jon Boat Seat
These nine crappie hit small jigs in my pond. We were using the spinning and spin cast reel shown with them.
These nine crappie hit small jigs in my pond. We were using the spinning and spin cast reel shown with them.
Braided Fishing Lines
Braided fishing line is tough and strong. These are some of the best ones to use.
Braided fishing line is tough and strong. These are some of the best ones to use.
Carolina Rig a Worm
A simple How to on Carolina rigging a worm
A simple How to on Carolina rigging a worm
Shellcracker Facts
Shellcracker facts.
Shellcracker facts.
Fish Fact Sheet 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.
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 Buy A Fishing Rod
Where to get a fishing rod, how to find a fishing rod.
Where to get a fishing rod, how to find a fishing rod.
Ice Fishing Perch
Brian Knippers caught this yellow perch while ice fishing in New Hampshire
Brian Knippers caught this yellow perch while ice fishing in New Hampshire
Fishing Rods
Information on fishing rods, from picking a rod to reviews of specific rods.
Information on fishing rods, from picking a rod to reviews of specific rods.
Catching Shellcracker
Catching shellcracker bream is a lot of fun and they are good to eat, too.
Catching shellcracker bream is a lot of fun and they are good to eat, too.
Fish Recipes
A variety of ways to cook fish.
A variety of ways to cook fish.
Prime Time For Big Pike - Freshwater Fishing
Catch big pike by finding the right temperature, by Phil Rolfe, from your Mining Co Guide
Catch big pike by finding the right temperature, by Phil Rolfe, from your Mining Co Guide
Catfish and Bullheads
Catfish are plentiful, fun to catch and good to eat. All about different kinds of catfish and catfish records.
Catfish are plentiful, fun to catch and good to eat. All about different kinds of catfish and catfish records.
Ways To Rig 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
Catfish Fishing
How to catch, clean and eat catfish, and why it is fun
How to catch, clean and eat catfish, and why it is fun
Shad Baitfish Information
Information about shad, from the Alabama DNR
Information about shad, from the Alabama DNR
Virginia Crappie
Linda Rodgers caught (and released) this crappie in November 2006. It was 15 inches long, weighed 3 lb. 4 oz. and received a citation. It was caught in Aquia Creek in Northern Virginia using a live minnow.
Linda Rodgers caught (and released) this crappie in November 2006. It was 15 inches long, weighed 3 lb. 4 oz. and received a citation. It was caught in Aquia Creek in Northern Virginia using a live minnow.
Muskie Fishing Through The Seasons
How to catch muskie each season of the year: muskie fisherman long cold winter beacham big muskie times new roman
How to catch muskie each season of the year: muskie fisherman long cold winter beacham big muskie times new roman
Mepps Buys Squirrel Tails
Mepps buys squirrel tails for dressing their spinners.
Mepps buys squirrel tails for dressing their spinners.
Top Water Bass Fishing
How to catch bass on top, by Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach.
How to catch bass on top, by Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach.
Lake Guntersville Fishing
Captain Mike Gerry gives some advice on catching bass on Lake Guntersville
Captain Mike Gerry gives some advice on catching bass on Lake Guntersville
I caught this bluegill in my pond
I caught this bluegill in my pond
I caught this bluegill in my pond
Rod and Reel Maintenance
Keeping your fishing equipment in condition to catch fish
Keeping your fishing equipment in condition to catch fish
Hobie Mirage Pro Angler Kayak
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler fishing kayak was designed just for the fisherman.
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler fishing kayak was designed just for the fisherman.
Two Tone Needle Fish
This odd needle fish was swimming around in Lake Seminole
This odd needle fish was swimming around in Lake Seminole
Fall Turnover
Fall turnover on lakes and ponds changes fishing and affects the fish in the lake. Here is some info about what turnover is and what happens.
Fall turnover on lakes and ponds changes fishing and affects the fish in the lake. Here is some info about what turnover is and what happens.
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.
Rigging A Crappie Fishing Boat
Terry King shares his plan and method for modifying his boat for crappie fishing.
Terry King shares his plan and method for modifying his boat for crappie fishing.
Bottom Line Fish Finder
Bottom Line gives the info for their Tournament 480 MAX
Bottom Line gives the info for their Tournament 480 MAX
Patrick Bauer with 50 Pound Plus Albacore
Patrick caught this big albacore in August: patrick bauer albacore kai kia monster
Patrick caught this big albacore in August: patrick bauer albacore kai kia monster
Catch and Release Tips
Use these tips to have successful catch and release fishing
Use these tips to have successful catch and release fishing
Green Sunfish
Green sunfish are common in much of the US and are good to eat.
Green sunfish are common in much of the US and are good to eat.
Replica Crappie Mount
This is the replica mount of Linda Rodgers 3 pound, 4 ounce crappie
This is the replica mount of Linda Rodgers 3 pound, 4 ounce crappie
Siphon A Fishing Pond
I needed to get the water level down in one of my small ponds so I could build a dock. Here is how I bult a siphon system out of PVC, with pictures.
I needed to get the water level down in one of my small ponds so I could build a dock. Here is how I bult a siphon system out of PVC, with pictures.
Hybrid Striper White Bass Cross Shows Broken Line
This hybrid shows the broken line common to its species
This hybrid shows the broken line common to its species
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
Why Use 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.
Smallmouth Bass Record Restore
The International Game Fish Association hs reinstated the smallmouth record caught 50 years ago.
The International Game Fish Association hs reinstated the smallmouth record caught 50 years ago.
85 Pound Flathead
An 85 pound flathead was caught on a bank hook in Georgia
An 85 pound flathead was caught on a bank hook in Georgia
Snake Head Fish
Information about snakehead fish in Florida
Information about snakehead fish in Florida
Cold Water Fishing- Freshwater Fishing - 01/11/99
Cold water fishing tactics that will help you catch fish, from your Mining Co Guide
Cold water fishing tactics that will help you catch fish, from your Mining Co Guide
Ice Fishing Bass
Brian caught this nice bass while ice fishing in New Hampshire
Brian caught this nice bass while ice fishing in New Hampshire
Ice Fishing Sled
Brian Knippers ice fishing sled with his ice fishing equipment
Brian Knippers ice fishing sled with his ice fishing equipment
Maptech Product Review
Maptech Introduces a New i3 Touch Screen Command Module
Maptech Introduces a New i3 Touch Screen Command Module
Christmas Fishing Gifts \$25 +
Want to really impress the fisherman on your gift list? Here are some gifts that will set you back more than $25 - some much more.
Want to really impress the fisherman on your gift list? Here are some gifts that will set you back more than $25 - some much more.
Chinook Salmon
The best time, lure and location for Lake Michigan trophy chinooks
The best time, lure and location for Lake Michigan trophy chinooks
Bluegill feeding on the floating fish food by my dock.
You can see the rings from bluegill feeding on the floating fish food by my dock.
You can see the rings from bluegill feeding on the floating fish food by my dock.
Beached Fishing Kayak Showing Rod Holders
This picture shows the rod holders in use on a beached fishing kayak.
This picture shows the rod holders in use on a beached fishing kayak.
Slow Fall Fishing Days Tips
How to catch fish on slow fall fishing days.
How to catch fish on slow fall fishing days.
Fall Jig and Pig Fishing
What colors, size and trailers work best in the fall for a jig and pig
What colors, size and trailers work best in the fall for a jig and pig
Robbie with a 61 Pound Flathead Catfish
Robbie caught this 61 pound flathead catfish in early June, 2005.
Robbie caught this 61 pound flathead catfish in early June, 2005.
The Art of Bass Fishing Part 2
Jim Hert says bass fishing is art!: bass fishermen innate desire bass fishing startling fact fishing tackle
Jim Hert says bass fishing is art!: bass fishermen innate desire bass fishing startling fact fishing tackle
Cabelas and St. Croix Rod Building Kits - Fishing Product Review
Build your own rods with these kits - Fritz says it is easy.
Build your own rods with these kits - Fritz says it is easy.
Using GPS
Papa John tells how using GPS helps catch fish
Papa John tells how using GPS helps catch fish
Plastic Worm Colors
What are the top colors for plastic worms?
What are the top colors for plastic worms?
GPS Fishing
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.
I caught dinner in my pond - two crappie and a bluegill
I caught dinner in my pond - two crappie and a bluegill
I caught dinner in my pond - two crappie and a bluegill
Nice Lake Michigan Fish
This big fish was taken by Lake Michigan's Blue Max Charters
This big fish was taken by Lake Michigan's Blue Max Charters