Great Lakes Fishing Tactics That Nobody Talks About

Great Lakes Fishing Tactics That Nobody Talks About (But Should)

Ever notice how some anglers consistently haul in impressive catches from the Great Lakes while others struggle to get…

trout fishing in lakes

7 Unusual Ways to Catch Trout in Lakes (That Most Anglers Miss)

Chasing trout in lakes can be maddeningly difficult. Trust me, I’ve spent countless mornings staring at a dead rod…

Monster Muskie Fishing

Monster Muskie Fishing: Top Lures and Locations for Trophy Fish

There’s nothing – and I mean absolutely nothing – that compares to the heart-stopping moment when a monster muskie…

East Coast Surf Fishing

East Coast Surf Fishing: Targeting Striped Bass and Bluefish from Shore

When I first tried East Coast surf fishing nearly 15 years ago, I was absolutely terrible at it. I…

Alaska Salmon Fishing

Alaska Salmon Fishing: Planning Your Trip to the Last Frontier

I still remember the first time I hooked into a Kenai River king salmon. It was July 15, 2019,…

Best Fishing Spots in California

Best Fishing Spots in California: Lakes, Rivers, and Coastal Hotspots

California fishing has always struck me as a study in beautiful contradictions. From snow-fed alpine lakes to sweltering desert…

Reading Water Temperature Fishing

Reading Water Temperature: Seasonal Cues for Better Fishing

I’ve spent more mornings than I can count staring at a thermometer clipped to my fishing line, watching those…

Fly Fishing vs Spinning Reels

Fly Fishing vs Spinning Reels: Choosing the Right Technique

If there’s one debate that never seems to end in fishing circles, it’s fly fishing versus spinning gear. I’ve…

Shore Fishing for Beginners

Shore Fishing for Beginners: 5 Odd Techniques That Actually Work

I’ve spent more mornings than I can count standing on the shores of Michigan lakes watching boats drift by,…

Steelhead Fishing

Steelhead Fishing Guide: Tackle and Tactics for Spring River Runs

There’s something almost magical about standing waist-deep in a frigid spring river, feeling the current push against your legs…