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Early Summer Bass Fishing Tips

For bass anglers who enjoy consistent fishing, the early summer period is one of the best times of the year. The bass are located in areas from shallow to deep, and anglers can use a variety of lures to target them. And while the early summer is a time of transition for bass--most are heading from their spawning areas to the locations where they will spend t… read more
Best Freshwater Baits for Early Summer Fishing for Bass

Of all the groups of freshwater fishermen, bass anglers are most commonly associated with having tackle boxes that are jam-packed with a wide range of fishing baits. Most of those anglers use a few of the baits; the rest sit there, mostly unused. The early summer period is when anglers can dig deep in their tackle boxes, since it's a time of year when the ba… read more
Bass Fishing Lakes in Florida

With the state containing over 7,000 freshwater lakes, Florida is not short on areas to go bass fishing. The largemouth is the most common species of bass found in the state's freshwater rivers and lakes, along with the spotted, Suwannee, smallmouth, sunshine and white. Lake Okeechobee, Little and Big Lake Harris and Lake Monroe have hosted events on the Bas… read more
Kiska Volcano Information

If you want to explore really out-of-the-way places, Kiska Volcano may pique your interest. The mountain is located at the northern tip of Kiska Island in the Alaskan Aleutians. The island is under the administration of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. read more
The Best Freshwater Lures for Early Summer Fishing for Bass

During the early summer, bass have just finished spawning and will not entirely leave shallow water, though they may drop off to the water's first breakline. The best lures are ones that can attract bass with plenty of movement as well as those that are versatile enough to be fished in many ways. Expect to see lighter-weight bass compared to before the spawn… read more

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Edible Wild Plants in Florida

Edible wild plants in Florida are nearly everywhere you look, from several varieties of wild plums to the state tree, the cabbage palm. Fruits, trees and flowers all grow in Florida in edible varieties. You can easily fill your plate w… read more
The Basics on Fishing for Bluegill

Bluegills are part of the sunfish family and are called bream, brim and copperbelly in some parts of the country. Bluegills are found from Canada to Florida and as far west as New Mexico and have been successfully introduced in many of… read more
Best Time to Travel to Europe

Europe is a continent that can be enjoyed all year. However, most people tend to visit in the summer time. With environments ranging from the alpine to sandy beaches, there is sure to be a place in Europe worth visiting any time of yea… read more
The Best Time to Visit the Canadian Rockies

The Canadian Rockies are an untrammeled wonderland of natural splendor, overflowing with outdoors activities. With so many choices, when to go has everything to do with what one wants to do there. read more
Types of Fish That Are Found in Shallow Salt Water

These fish are some of the most commonly found shallow, salt-water fish in North America. These fish are easy to find on either coast and well-known to any fisherman. read more
Summer Lake Bass Fishing Tips

The heat that summer brings with it can cause bass in lakes to display a variety of feeding patterns. The early summer is much different from the late summer in terms of how much oxygen exists in the water and the temperature of the wa… read more
How to Keep Hornets Away From Hummingbird Feeders

Everyone enjoys a backyard visit from a hummingbird. They are so beloved that many homeowners choose to buy a hummingbird feeder so they have more opportunities to watch the tiny birds hovering and making their amazing darting movement… read more
Southern Illinois Bass Fishing Tips

Southern Illinois is home to several lakes popular with fishermen such as the Cedar Lake, near Carbondale. Each lake has its own rules and regulations governing bass fishing, including the number of fish you're able to catch and the we… read more
The Best Fishing in Michigan

Although Minnesota is called the land of 10,000 lakes, Michigan actually has more lakes than Minnesota. Having more lakes means more great fishing. Following are some of the best fishing in Michigan. read more
List of Arkansas Native Plants

When planning your next landscaping or gardening project in Arkansas, you may want to select native plants. Arkansas has a number of native plants that inhabited the land prior to people introducing plants from other regions. Typically… read more
Bluegill Fishing in Minnesota

Bluegills are popular in Minnesota, even in a state known for its walleye and crappie fishing. These powerful panfish are widespread in Minnesota and are popular with young and old anglers alike. read more
Fishing Tips: Bluegill Bass Bait

Bluegill can go by many names. They're commonly called sunfish because of their bright bodies and are also referred to as perch, sunperch or copperbelly. They are prominent throughout North America but are native and most prevalent in… read more
The Best Bait for Catching Fish in York River, VA

York River is an estuary in eastern Virginia. The river is about 40 miles long and provides anglers with gamefish such as croaker, flounder and cobia. Other fish species include catfish, spot and striper. There is river access, includi… read more
King Salmon Fishing Season in Alaska

Alaska is known for its salmon fishing, and king salmon are the largest family, with individual fish weighing in at over 100 pounds. The season for king salmon fishing is in the summer, as the fish swim back from the Pacific Ocean into… read more
Homemade Fishing Bait for Bluegills

When angling for bluegill, rig your fishing line in natural lakes, large border rivers, and reservoirs, where the largemouth bass can also be found. Using homemade fishing bait for bluegill, drop your line to the bottom--depending on t… read more

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