High in the Shining Rock Wilderness between Brevard and Waynesville the headwaters of the Pigeon River are about as pretty a place as I’ve ever been.Nick CarterFeb 13th, 2017
The black drum may not get the "spotlight" that their redfish kin can get, but they certainly demand respect. They are a fish that fights hard.Sonny SchindlerFeb 10th, 2017
You can spot a true fisherman after a couple of seconds. It is something in the way they carry themselves. I believe the youngsters call it "swagger.”Sonny SchindlerFeb 8th, 2017
If you’re like me and have traditionally spent a lot of time outside in February, you’ve already got a pre-conceived idea of what to expect.Jimmy HarrisFeb 2nd, 2017
Bass fishing has evolved tremendously in the past several years. Will 8 to 10 foot long rods become the norm in everyone’s boat?Brandon LesterFeb 1st, 2017
The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.
In the Indian Ocean, about 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa, there is an archipelago that claims the highest density of bonefish in the world...
I had the privilege of living in Edinburgh, capital of Scotland. Apart from whiskey, kilts and bagpipes, they also lays claim to the origins of fly fishing.
The ACR Next-Gen ResQLink PLB has a new Digital Display. ACR Electronics’ new next-generation ResQLink Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) is … Editorial StaffMay 1st, 2019
A perfectly designed baitwell system. As fisherman, we all know how hard live bait can be to find. Seasonal weather patterns … Editorial StaffFeb 16th, 2019
Designed with purpose in mind. Since 2015, Frabill has continued to set the quiet standard in bucket conversion. The Frabill … Editorial StaffJan 19th, 2019
There are times in an angler’s life when only the best Alaska fishing adventure will do. It’s those special moments such as taking an elderly parent fishing for the last time, making a lasting impression in a business meeting worth multi-million dollars, or just a personal adventure where you don’t have to worry about cooking, cleaning, or cutting bait, only indulging yourself in the crème de le crème of saltwater fishing.Editorial StaffMar 4th, 2026
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.Editorial StaffJan 12th, 2026
