Armed and Dangerous: Choosing the Right Fishing Rod for Saltwater Success
The right fishing rod can be the difference between landing a trophy and losing it boatside. Longer rods help control fish from a boat, while shorter rods shine for precision casting while wading. And don’t forget backbone — that lower rod strength is what wins battles when big fish start shaking. Today’s custom saltwater rods are lighter, stronger, and built to handle tough conditions and braided line. Bottom line? There’s no “perfect” rod — just the one that fits your style... read more Feb 25th, 2026time here
Moosehead Lake: A True Gem in a State of Scenic Wonders
Moosehead Lake in Maine is a beautiful lake, spanning 74,890 acres with a maximum depth of 246 feet. It is between 35 and 40 miles long and between 2 and 10 miles wide, depending on where you are in the lake. It has a shoreline of 400 miles. It is the largest mountain lake in the eastern United States. Feb 26th, 2026Armed and Dangerous: Choosing the Right Fishing Rod for Saltwater Success
The right fishing rod can be the difference between landing a trophy and losing it boatside. Longer rods help control fish from a boat, while shorter rods shine for precision casting while wading. And don’t forget backbone — that lower rod strength is what wins battles when big fish start shaking. Today’s custom saltwater rods are lighter, stronger, and built to handle tough conditions and braided line. Bottom line? There’s no “perfect” rod — just the one that fits your style.Feb 25th, 2026Latest in Fishing & Outdoors
Planning For Cold Weather Excursions
Weather tips to increase one’s chances of catching fish during the winter!Dec 21st, 2023
Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $100 Million For Projects To Restore The Indian River Lagoon
Florida is the boating and fishing capital of the world, and local economies depend on these waterways attracting business to the area. Today’s awards will help ensure the health of the IRL for Floridians to enjoy for years to come.Dec 20th, 2023
Jim Crowley Joins Mud Hole Ambassador Team
Jim Crowley Outdoors TV Show & Slickfish Radio Podcast to Support Rod Building Instruction.Dec 19th, 2023
Catch Table-Fare From The Indian River Lagoon
Here are some of my favorite fish to eat in the lagoon along with some tips on how to catch them. It’s okay to eat fish from the lagoon, but do it in moderation.Dec 19th, 2023
It’s Prime Time On America’s Hottest Big Bass Lake
If a truly giant largemouth bass is on your bucket list, make plans to visit O.H. Ivie Lake in Texas over the next few months. Last year, this 19,000-acre impoundment of the Colorado river burst onto the scene as the hottest big bass lake in the nation. A string of 17 monster largemouths from January through April kept O.H. Ivie in the headlines, and 10 of them were caught in February.Dec 14th, 2023