With a long coastline and easy access to both green and blue water fishing, it should come as no surprise that Cape Hatteras is a major destination for beach, pier and deep-sea anglers. Whether it be on Hatteras Island itself or in the general Cape Hatteras area, there are plenty of good bait and tackle shops that will offer you gear, bait, advice and maybe… read more
Coldwater, Michigan, is less than an hour from Kalamazoo and less than 20 minutes from the state border with Indiana. The area is home to dozens of fishing lakes and ponds, including Randall Lake, Morrison Lake and North Lake. If you plan to visit, there are fishing stores near Coldwater to help you stock up on supplies. read more
Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes and the large number of waterways make it a popular choice for fishing vacations. One of the lesser-known areas that's a favorite of locals is Perham, home to the Ottertail-Battle Lake. Anglers catch trout and perch, and it is a productive site for fishing nearly year-round. It's important to know when to fish a… read more
Baudette, Minnesota, is a small community located on the Rainy River and near Lake of the Woods. Baudette is near the Canadian border. Anglers can go for a myriad of species in the river and lake, including trout, perch, bass and walleye. Be aware of the waters you are fishing and where the international border is, as it is easy to boat or float into the Can… read more
You can fish with live bait, such as minnows, in Britain if you choose, depending on the species you are fishing for and the region in which you want to fish. Anglers can find minnows at many fishing gear and bait/tackle shops throughout the country. read more
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Fishing bait is available almost anywhere there are fish and anglers trying to catch them. You can buy bait in a tackle shop -- most sell whatever the fish are biting on a seasonal basis -- or you can find your own for free. read more
Walleye are a species of freshwater gamefish found primarily in the northern United States and Canada in rivers and lakes. These deep-running fish are prized by anglers for their brawny fighting ability and delicious taste at the dinne… read more
Anglers visiting Alaska are either after halibut or salmon, and if they want the latter, the fighting king salmon is hard to beat for fishing excitement. Also known as chinook, the king salmon averages 50 pounds (the state record toppe… read more
Oregon's Nestucca River flows for about 50 miles through timber forests, west of Portland, into the Pacific Ocean. Renowned for excellent fishing, the Nestucca offers prime water for catching wild and hatchery-raised chinook (king) sal… read more
Taking care of your rubber or plastic fishing worms makes them last longer. Purchasing new ones can become quite expensive through time. By properly storing and preserving your rubber or plastic worms, you save money and always be assu… read more
The state of Indiana has a lot of lakes, and among them are the five bodies of water making up the Chain of Lakes in the northeastern part of the state. Surrounded by private campgrounds and an Indiana State Park, the Chain of Lakes is… read more
Freeport, Texas, is a town in the Lone Star State with a rich history and plenty to do. Even at more than 50 years old, it is in no way outdated and suits the stylings of the modern outdoorsman to a tee. Whether you choose to play a ro… read more
Port Sanilac, Michigan, is a fisherman's dream come true. Both Port Sanilac and neighboring Lexington are so well known for fishing that a number of businesses thrive on the industry. From bait and tackle shops to private fishing tours… read more
Vermilion is a small coastal town on Lake Erie and is alongside the Vermilion River. The town dates from the early 1800s and has always been a port town. Fishing is a major activity in the area. The town has a historic district with ma… read more
Blackfin tuna are smaller cousins of the larger yellowfin tuna. The yellowfin is where most canned tuna comes from, and they weigh up to 300 pounds. The blackfin--named because it has a black fin--usually weighs about 30 pounds and is… read more
Anchorage waterways flow down from the Chugach Mountains to Cook Inlet. Though a metropolitan area, Alaska's largest city features productive salmon fishing. Ship Creek and other fishing grounds offer different species of salmon for an… read more
The Abu Garcia 6500 series of reels are open-faced spinning reels designed for heavier use with salt water species. Like any piece of gear, the 6500 reels need proper maintenance and TLC to maintain the optimal performance for casting,… read more
Belize, formerly known as British Honduras, is a small Central American country wedged in between Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Guatemala and Honduras. Belize draws thousands each year to blue waters protected by the second-largest barri… read more
Port Isabel is a small resort community on the southwestern end of South Padre Island, in the Gulf of Mexico waters of the Texas Coast. Known affectionately as the Texas Riviera, this island boasts saltwater fishing for species such as… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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