A windy day on a small pond turned unforgettable when a 7.5-pound bass literally leapt into the canoe before the first cast. What started as a struggle against the wind became a once-in-a-lifetime fishing story—complete with disbelief, laughter, and one very lucky “catch.”Editorial StaffMar 25th, 2026
Exploring the Dometic DG3 Gyro: A Comprehensive Overview The Dometic DG3 Gyro is a cutting-edge device that has gained traction … Editorial StaffJan 1st, 2026
Colorado pike respond to big swimbaits trolled on planer boards in April. In June, casting spinnerbaits becomes the rule. But for August and September rainbow trout surface feed on damselfly nymphs and the northern pike follow them. Editorial StaffAug 1st, 2013
Allen Cay, The Bahamas was declared free of damaging, invasive house mice today by a partnership restoring the Cay’s natural environment, seabirds, and Endangered iguanas. Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2013
I think it was 8 years ago now that I found my passion for fishing to be a little bit overboard. I know that I have mentioned before, but the need to replace a bad habit and better myself led me to this addiction that is now a profession. Thinking back to those first six months that I went from driving around the creek chasing my tail with a double dropper rig, 3 oz pyramid sinker, and nasty frozen shrimp to actually locating reds and letting my Carolina rigs with live mullet do the work. Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2013
Sometimes the world starts to close in and I have to get away from everybody and everything. Fortunately, I knew just the place to go.Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2013
There is no doubt that spotted bass have more in common with smallmouths than largemouths. In fact, when the two are present in the same waters, they will mix to create a hybrid that anglers commonly refer to as the “Meanmouth”—an aggressive critter with war paint across the eye, a big powerful tail and a really bad attitude.Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2013
The title to this article sounds like a newspaper headline that ends with bad news. However, this article will be focused on ways to keep from tipping your canoe, ways to be more effective as an angler in a canoe and a few etiquette suggestions.Rene HesseJul 1st, 2013
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
