Fishing & Outdoors

The Angler Magazine, Charlotte/Piedmont bringing the Piedmont only the best fishing articles and forecasts for our lakes: Badin, Hickory, High Rock, Mountain Island, Norman, Rhodhiss, Tillery, Wateree, Wylie & Tuckertown Dam

Kayak Fishing Essentials

By: Vinny “Commish” Ferreri So, what all goes into competing in a kayak fishing tournament? Obviously, the big purchase is … Aug 6th, 2020

Well, I’m Going Fishing

By: Michelle Armstrong Our world has changed. I used to have the great outdoors mostly, all to myself. But there’s … Aug 6th, 2020

Birthday Fishing Trip and PB

By: Jake Bussolini The Tennessee River System has long been one of my favorite fishing spots in the world. I … Aug 6th, 2020

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Forecast for LAKE NORMAN

By: Captain Craig Price August’s arrival in central NC concurs with the dog days of summer. But local anglers might … Aug 6th, 2020

Forecast for Lake Wateree

By: Cory Davis   The days are getting longer, so the fishing is getting better. Lake Wateree can be a … Mar 2nd, 2020

Forecast for Lake Wylie

By: Phillip Rizzitello   It’s time for the water!  This time of the year is fairly unpredictable as our weather … Mar 2nd, 2020

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Fish Fannin County, The Trout Capital Of Georgia

From its highland origins to the breach of the river beneath the powerhouse gates at Blue Ridge Dam, the Toccoa River forms the spine of any trout fisherman’s trek in Fannin County, the “Trout Capital of Georgia.” Every creek in its watershed—and the river, itself—is labeled “trout water” by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.Apr 25th, 2025

Catching Snook from a Kayak

Check out some great tips here!Apr 24th, 2025

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The Power of Braid

I often tell people the power of braid will instantly make them better fishermen. I truly believe that!Apr 23rd, 2025

Bucket List: Weldon, North Carolina

Each spring, the small town of Weldon, N.C., located just off I-95 in the northeast part of the state, becomes the “Rockfish Capital of The World.”Apr 22nd, 2025

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Foundation Outdoor Group Continues Growth with Flex Coat Acquisition

Sale ensures Flex Coat will maintain U.S.-based operations and popular product lines and formulasApr 21st, 2025

Inshore To Offshore At Big Pine Key

Hundreds of years ago Native American tribes made frequent visits to harvest the Florida Keys’ rich abundance of seafood the area provided. Now many years later and well into the 21st century the combination of flowing Gulf Stream waters, coral reefs, lush mangrove islands, shallow flats and a complex interconnection of deep channels make this area unlike anywhere else in the world.Apr 21st, 2025

Endless Fishing Opportunities in Marathon

Marathon, the very heart of the Florida Keys, offers fishing options as vast as the crystal blue waters that surround the islands.Apr 18th, 2025

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Alaska’s Can’t Miss Freshwater Fishing Adventures

Alaska sportfishing offers wilderness realized rather than imagined and quickens the pulse in all types of anglers, from panfishermen to world veterans. Apr 17th, 2025

Record-Breaking Catch: Roberta Arostegui Lands World Record Smallmouth Buffalo

Roberta Arostegui made angling history while fishing in Kingsland, Texas, by landing a 26-pound, 8-ounce smallmouth buffalo. Her impressive catch has officially set the IGFA Women’s 6-kg (12 lb.) Line Class World Record for the species. Guided by Austin Anderson, Roberta successfully reeled in the record fish, documented its weight on a certified scale, and safely released it back into the water.Apr 16th, 2025

A Modern Take on Booking Fishing Guides and Charters

Booking fishing guides and charters have not really changed at all for 50 years, so the industry is ripe for change and improvement.Apr 15th, 2025

Read The April Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!Apr 1st, 2025

The Dometic DG3 Gyro Sets New Standard in Marine Stabilization

  Exploring the Dometic DG3 Gyro: A Comprehensive Overview The Dometic DG3 Gyro is a cutting-edge device that has gained … Mar 8th, 2025

Suzuki Marine’s FULL STLEATH LINE Is NOW AVAILABLE!

Suzuki Marine’s New Stealth Line™ Outboards Win 2024 Top Products Award From Boating Industry Magazine, Adding Three Popular Models Suzuki … Jan 14th, 2025

Choosing the Correct Baitfish Fly

In many fly anglers’ boxes, you will see an array of flies in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Having the one correct fly in the box is the key to success.Apr 15th, 2025

One Dead, Five Missing After Boat Capsizes Off Florida Coast

The U.S. Coast Guard is still searching for five people after a boat capsized.Apr 14th, 2025

Lass and Bass! Alie Abrell Lands a Monster in Marion County

As Florida’s peak bass season heats up, this catch is a promising preview of the kind of giants anglers can expect on the line.Apr 11th, 2025