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The Myth of Best Fishing Times

For many years, I was in the ranks of most other anglers that thought that the best time to fish was in the early morning or early evening. The bass experts (and there are many) told us that bass only feed twice a day, during those advertised times.

An Adventure to Remember

I have been fishing ever since I can remember. One of my first memories is of me bluegill fishing with my father at a local pond. We crushed the fish that day and since then it has been hard to pry a rod from my hand.

Ice Out Trophy Walleye Tactics

Soon the ice will be melting and open water will be just a boat ramp away. On Lake Erie, this means pre-spawn walleye will be roaming the flats.

STAYING WARM AND DRY DURING A WET SPRING

Early spring freshwater fishing around most parts—and the parts where I live—is often cold, wet, misty, rainy, even sleety.

You Gotta Try Ice!

I just can't understand why a person who really enjoys fishing would not try ice fishing. Ice fishing provides an opportunity to get some exercise out in the freshest and cleanest air we have all year.

Ice Fishing Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee is one of New Hampshire’s most sought-after ice fishing destinations and one that should be on the bucket list of all anglers. Affectionately called “Winni,” or “the Big Lake,” this 71-square-mile lake has a maximum depth of 200 feet.

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The Best Fishing Months Are Upon Us!

Starting in September, going strong through October and into November, we anglers experience the core of the core, the heart of the heart, of the fishing season.

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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.