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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Trophy Trout on the Nantahala Bypass

I’ve been fishing the Nantahala for over 40 years now. There are more people fishing the river now than there ever have been before.Nov 11th, 2025

Go Find Some Fall Reds on the Fly

Fall brings some of the best action of the year for redfish on the fly. The trick is to choose the location wisely. Check out some great tips here!Nov 10th, 2025

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Targeting Big Trout

Big speckled trout are a different animal altogether and require a different mindset compared to finding small trout. In the search for big trout, it’s often said that catching lots of small trout means it’s time to move on. But you might not want to leave so fast.Nov 7th, 2025

Helping Reef Fish Survive After Barotrauma

If the catch shows signs of barotrauma, specific steps should be taken to provide the best chance of survival before a fish is returned to the water. Check out some great options here!Nov 7th, 2025

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Offshore Fishing with Tampa Bay Buccaneers Stars

NFL meets the open water! Tampa Bay Buccaneers Luke Goedeke, Charlie Heck, and Cody Mauch swapped their helmets for fishing rods on an offshore trip with Captain Clay Shidler of Hang ’Em High Charters in Crystal River, FL. Powered by Suzuki Marine, this crew went after big fish, big laughs, and a day they won’t forget.Nov 6th, 2025

The Art Of Live Baiting Dolphins

There’s magic in the way a mahi mahi lights up when it crashes a live bait. Electric greens, yellows, and blues; all pulsing with life, like the ocean itself. If you’ve ever tangled with one, you know: it’s not just a fish, it’s a full-blown spectacle. And there’s no more thrilling way to target these pelagic acrobats than with live bait.Nov 5th, 2025

Surf Expo Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation and Expands Shoreline Outdoor Category

Surf Expo, the leading marketplace for watersports, coastal, and outdoor lifestyle brands, proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026. Since 1976, Surf Expo has served as the go-to destination for trend-setting product launches, industry connections, and business growth. This milestone year also marks a strategic spotlight on Shoreline Outdoor — a growing category that bridges surf, coastal, and outdoor lifestyles for today’s water-inspired outdoor consumers.Nov 4th, 2025

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Clapper Rails & Redfish Tails

When the moon is full and the king tides of the fall run high, the spartina grass will flood on Florida’s First Coast. The high water in the marsh allows redfish to access flats that are rarely under water. This phenomenon has a positive effect, providing the reds new real estate to hunt in and added items to their menu. This same flood tide that covers our tall grass and mangrove trees has a directly inverse effect on birds of the marsh such as the Clapper Rail, better known as the Marsh Hen. The high tide reduces most of their cover that they use to hide in when it floods. The result is a concentration of the birds that makes them possible to hunt effectively and kicks off a seasonal southern tradition as well. Nov 4th, 2025

Attention North Carolina Anglers: Key Changes to Fishing Laws and Mandatory Harvest Reporting

North Carolina fishing regulations have important updates concerning mandatory reporting for several key species and the seasonal limits for flounder. Here is what recreational and commercial fishermen need to know:Nov 3rd, 2025

Read The November Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!Nov 1st, 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 traction … 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

Oyster Reefs: The Unsung Heroes of Alabama’s Coastal Fisheries

Along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, oyster reefs are more than just shell piles under the surface — they are living structures that keep our bays and estuaries thriving. From Mobile Bay to the waters off Dauphin Island, these reefs quietly support some of the most productive and beloved fisheries in the state.Oct 30th, 2025

A Tuna Tale

The excitement grew with every minute… it became a chess match of correct engine management, boat position, and skill on the rod and reel to try and defeat the large tuna we had on the end of the line. We wanted to do everything as perfectly as possible to give ourselves every chance we could of landing this fish.Oct 29th, 2025

Black Sea Bass Ceviche

Serves 4 FISH 2 black sea bass fillets, skin removed, diced into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup …

Florida Lobster Bites with Avocado-Lime Puree

A Fresh From Florida recipe that’ll make your lobster sea harvest look (and taste) like a piece of culinary art!

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