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Famous Fishing Spots in Chesapeake Bay

Though still a source of much commercial fishing, Chesapeake Bay has experienced a significant depletion of its fish, oyster and crab populations thanks to overfishing and environmental damage. However, the largest estuary in the United States remains a popular draw for anglers and those seeking shellfish. It offers many destinations for those looking for a… read more
The Best Fishing Spots for Bluegill in Central California

Commonly referred to as pan fish and sunfish, bluegill fish are known as "everybody's fish" as they are easy and fun to catch for amateurs and experienced anglers alike. In central California, most bluegill fishing locations are open year-round. There is also no limit for the daily amount of bluegill you can catch in California. There is no need for expensiv… read more
The Best Fishing Spots in Maryland

Fishing is a popular outdoor activity in Maryland. According to the 2009 Maryland Fishing Guide, there are more than 650,000 adults and thousands of children who enjoy fishing in the state's waterways on a yearly basis. The state is dedicated to managing many fisheries and stocks numerous ponds, rivers and lakes with trout and other gamefish. Many fishing sp… read more
The Best Fishing Spots in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is home to a myriad of fishing locations and diverse gamefish species. Anglers can find plenty of excellent fishing locations in the state's 4,000 inland lakes and ponds as well as 85,000 miles of rivers. read more
Lingcod Fishing Spots in Washington

Lingcod can be found in the Pacific from Baja, Mexico, to Alaska's Aleutian Islands. Washington State possesses many locations, including the San Juans, Puget Sound and the waters off the Olympic Peninsula, where lingcod can be found in May and June. A valid Washington fishing license is required. read more

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How to Find a Good Bass Fishing Spot

Large mouth and small mouth bass are two of the most prized species of game fish. However, finding a good fishing spot for bass is not as simple as showing up at a lake, river or stream and throwing a baited hook into the water. Experi… read more
Best Spots to Fish in a River

The rivers across the United States offer anglers opportunities to catch an incredible variety of fish species. Containing species such as trout, salmon, bass, perch, pickerel, crappies, bluegills, catfish and eels, a river is a great… read more
Hawaii Fishing Laws

Hawaii with its warm Pacific waters offers good opportunities for marine sport fishing. Less well known is it also has a number of freshwater fishing spots in its lakes and rivers. While the state's fishing laws are less onerous than i… read more
How to Bait a Fishing Spot

Anglers can use many methods for baiting a favorite fishing spot. Baiting methods can range from quite easy to the extreme. Whatever you choose to use, the prime goal is to draw baitfish to the area, which then will attract larger fish… read more
Attractions Near Ithaca, New York

Surrounding the town of Ithaca in New York are state parks that provide outdoor enthusiasts with a wealth of year-round activities. The winter snow makes sports like skiing, sledding and snowmobiling possible. In the warmer months, tak… read more
Fishing Spots near Shore in Ocean City, Maryland

Ocean City, Maryland, is a resort city on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. The area has many opportunities for year-round fishing in Ocean City. You do not need to spend a fortune on a charter or fishing guide. There is plenty of good… read more
Fishing Hot Spots in the Gulf of Mexico

The Gulf of Mexico is a smaller part of the Atlantic Ocean and is surrounded by the North American Continent including the shorelines of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. As the eleventh largest body of water in the w… read more
Fishing Hot Spots Elite Vs. PRO

Fishing Hot Spots is a map-making company that specializes in providing fishing maps for high-tech anglers. The company's goal is to help anglers locate the best fishing spots without wasting time trolling and searching empty estuaries… read more
What Size Fishing Hooks to Use for Spots & Croakers

Croaker usually weigh less than 2 pounds and feature three to five pairs of small barbells and five pores on their chin. You can identify a croaker because of its elongated body and slightly compressed, deeply notched dorsal fins, whic… read more
How to Use Lowrance Fishing Hot Spots

Lowrance Hot Spots are memory cards containing fishing information on the lakes and waterways of the United States. Cards are available for four different regions including the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western states. Cards are… read more
Illinois Smallmouth Bass Catching Tips

There are lots of places to catch smallmouth bass throughout Illinois. Aggressive and agile, smallmouths are a popular quarry for both recreational and competitive anglers in Illinois. Mark Samp caught the state's record smallmouth--we… read more
Florida Fishing Information

Florida provides a mecca for freshwater and saltwater fishing. Lakes and rivers dot the state, and the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean adjoin nearly 1,200 miles of coastline. Fishing spots range from deep in the woods among allig… read more
How to Mark Fishing Spots With the Magellan Explorist 200 Handheld GPS

Both the North American and European versions of the Magellan eXplorist 200 GPS include permanent on-board maps. The maps show major highways and waterways but lack detail and topographic data. Currently Magellan offers no updates to t… read more
Spotted Bass Fishing Tips

The spotted bass is a less frequently caught member of the sunfish family. A cousin to the smallmouth and largemouth bass, the latter of which the spotted bass closely resembles, is a fish native of the Southern United States, though i… read more
Artificial Reefs & Fishing Hot Spots in Citrus County, Florida

Snorkel and view artificial reefs or chase after trout and cobia during your visit in Citrus County, Florida. The area is located by the Gulf of Mexico and is surrounded by fishing hot spots in the forms of spring-fed rivers and bounti… read more

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