While the king salmon (sometimes also called "chinook salmon") has a range that extends from San Francisco Bay to the Chukchi Sea, near the Arctic Ocean, many anglers' thoughts turn to Alaska when it comes to planning a salmon fishing trip. America's northernmost state offers plenty of great opportunities for catching wild salmon, in both fresh and saltwater… read more
A novice angler needs some basic equipment to go fishing. Each type of fishing will require some specialized equipment, but some of the gear, such as terminal tackle, remains the same. read more
If you're a freshwater angler, you probably use worms for some of your fishing, but continually having to buy them can add up over the long term. Raising your own worms is easy--they aren't picky about their housing--and is a fun project for kids, too. After an initial purchase of worms for your worm farm, it won't be long before you can grab some and head o… read more
Leesburg is located in central Florida on the Harris Chain of Lakes. The city, also known as the "Lakefront City," is a freshwater angler's dream come true; an angler can fish the six interconnecting lakes within the area. Birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts have many opportunities to view wildlife in this naturally maintained region of the state. RV campers… read more
Fishing with a bobber allows the freshwater angler to see when a fish strikes the bait. The angler can then set the hook when the bobber is pulled under the water. By sliding the bobber up or down the line, the angler can set the depth of the bait. Fishing bobbers are available in different shapes and sizes. The snap-on bobber is a popular choice bec… read more
Crappie are related to the sunfish family and come in two species--black and white. The black crappie are darker in color and the white are lighter with vertical stripes running down their sides. These fish are not only great fun to ca… read more
Braided fishing line is manufactured using a combination of man-made fibers that are joined together during the production process to form a strong line. Braided fishing lines for this reason are hard to break and are resistant to the… read more
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Landing a snook to a saltwater angler is like catching a largemouth bass to a freshwater angler. As well as being great sport to catch, snook are also good to eat. They are found from South Carolina south around the entire coast of Flo… read more
Fenwick fishing rods are popular among both saltwater and freshwater anglers. For more than 50 years, Fenwick has produced quality fishing rods at a price that anglers can afford. read more
Lake Shasta in Northern California is a veritable playground for freshwater anglers. The lake is home to both warm- and cold-water fish. A combination of natural replenishment and annual stocking by California's Department of Fish and… read more
Located in upstate New York, about 100 miles north of Syracuse, glacier-formed Black Lake is a freshwater angler's dream come true. Covering more than 11,000 acres, it is 20 miles long and four miles across at its widest point. Black L… read more
Between Orlando-Kissimmee and Tampa Bay, you'll find the large inland area of Polk County offers a diversity of natural and cultural attractions. Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales features a 205-foot carillon tower on a hill overlooking… read more
Boaters and freshwater anglers will find 38 named lakes ranging from a few acres to more than 2,000 acres inside the aptly named city of Lakeland. The outlying areas include the Green Swamp where the Peace, Ocklawaha, Withlacoochee and… read more
Abu Garcia has a long history in the reel market. The Swedish company manufactures a variety of reels for saltwater and freshwater fishing. Abu Garcia is represented around the world by a professional and staff and the reels can be fou… read more
Saltwater reels are a tough breed of fishing equipment. Good saltwater reels are made to withstand the corrosive effects of salt water and to reel in fish with strength and speed. Regardless of the kind of saltwater fishing you do, the… read more
Conventional saltwater reels are a tough breed of fishing reel. Generally made with marine-grade bronze and stainless steel bearings and gear components, they are designed to withstand the forces that large saltwater fish can generate.… read more
Silver salmon are a popular game fish in Alaskan waters. The fish can be caught in saltwater and freshwater environments on conventional or fly fishing tackle. Also known as coho salmon, the fish are known for strong fighting power and… read more
Fishing is often gear intensive. Professional, commercial and sport fishermen employ the use of many types of rods, reels, tackle, bait and nets. Fishing nets are used to either compliment existing fishing gear to help snag fish, or us… read more
Used by both saltwater and freshwater anglers, fishing beads are commonly made of plastic, metal or glass. Available in popular sizes ranging from 4 mm to 8 mm in diameter, fishing beads are made in a variety of colors, including green… 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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