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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Read The September Issue!

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

Legend Flip Pallot Passes

The Fishing World lost one of its heroes as Flip Pallot passed away on August 26th, 2025. Flip inspired generations of anglers to pursue excellence and cherish the wonders and beauty of nature. Sep 1st, 2025

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Swordfish That ‘Looked Like a Dinosaur’ Should Crush the Alabama State Record by 102 Pounds

The six-man crew aboard the Trading Desk, a 60-foot Hatteras, left Alabama's Orange Beach Marina around mid-morning on Aug.Sep 1st, 2025

Pamela Moss Sets New IGFA World Record with Massive Landlocked Striped Bass in Georgia

On April 25, 2025, Pamela Moss landed an impressive 12-pound, 2-ounce landlocked striped bass while fly fishing the Chestatee River in Dahlonega, Georgia. With this catch, Moss set the IGFA Women’s 20 lb. Tippet Class World Record for the species.Aug 29th, 2025

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The Art of Kicking Fish

When the fish gets in the strike zone of the dolphins tail, you can see the dolphin looking at the fish and lining up the kick. It's a difficult technique to learn, and not all dolphins know how to do it. However, once learned, it provides an obvious advantage over simply chasing a fish and catching it with the mouth. A quick, precise flip of the tail and dinner is served, versus chasing a fish down and catching it with the mouth which can often take a few minutes and require a lot of energy.Aug 28th, 2025

“Rainy Season” Action Rages Out Of Playa Garza, Costa Rica

By Craig Sutton The five-boat FishingNosara team logged 78 trips last month, and I’m stoked to announce that the northern … Aug 27th, 2025

Waterman Wins the 22nd Annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament Scoring 33 White Marlin Releases

Without question, the 22nd Annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament was a resounding success. Despite a near-miss from a major hurricane and a  delayed start, the 39 teams competing put on an absolute angling showcase.Aug 26th, 2025

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Using Technology For Rhode Island Stripers

It’s hard to find a place better suited for catching trophy striped bass than the waters surrounding Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay area. With a mix of rocky bottom, strong currents and tons of forage species in nearby ocean waters, plus miles of mud flats inside the bay, this stretch is loaded with big fish potential.Aug 25th, 2025

Losing Count On The Clinch River

During a recent trip on the Clinch River, northwest of Knoxville, Tenn. The Clinch is one of the Southeast’s premier trout fisheries. It is a 13-mile tailwater fed by cold, oxygenated waters of Norris Dam. Tennessee stocks the river with rainbow and brown trout. Bank anglers line up near stocking points to pitch baits for a seven-fish limit.Aug 20th, 2025

Artificial Reefs Key To Alabama’s Snapper Fishing

The key to Alabama’s phenomenal red snapper fishing is the more than 1,000 square miles just off the coast that are designated artificial reef zones.Aug 19th, 2025

Suzuki Marine’s Relaunch of Popular V6 4-STROKE OUTBOARD!

Suzuki Marine’s New Stealth Line™ Outboards Win 2024 Top Products Award From Boating Industry Magazine, Adding Three Popular Models Suzuki … May 21st, 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 … May 20th, 2025

Head South For Big Fish This Winter

As the holidays approach and temperatures drop, many will feel the need to scratch that fishing itch. There is no better place to catch your next trophy this winter than down in sunny south Florida.Nov 26th, 2024

Spearfishing the Pacific with Good Time Charlie Charters

It started as just an idea for a family vacation, and it turned into a new passion for the sport of spearfishing and freediving.Aug 18th, 2025

Explosive Shallow-Water Action at Key Largo

August in the Upper Keys is full of options. One could find fast action on the reefs or dolphin offshore; Capt. Greg Poland prefers the shallow stuff. Aug 15th, 2025

Fishing with Grizzlies

Until recently, I can’t say I’ve truly been fearful at any time. My relationship with grizzlies took an abrupt turn while fishing the Firehole River.Aug 14th, 2025