Spending leisure time in the pursuit of big fish with a pole and reel is a great American pastime. Johnson fishing reels have long been a part of that tradition, and the company's history of indicates that they will be for years to come. read more
Commercial or sport, fly fishing or reel, saltwater or fresh, salmon fishing in Washington state is diverse and varied. The history of salmon fishing in Washington is as rich as the essential oils in the salmon themselves. read more
Three species of the genus Gadus, the Atlantic, Pacific and Greenland cod, swim in cold waters around the world. The ground-dwelling cod is prized as an easy catch and for its nutritious white flesh. read more
According to activeangler.com, fishing with line dates back to ancient Egypt. The quest is always to find a better way to fish, and fishing line has helped in that endeavor. read more
Steelhead salmon are a version of rainbow trout. In fact, the term steelhead refers to rainbow trout that return to the sea for periods of their life cycle. Steelhead physically differ from their landlocked cousins by being slightly larger and lacking the red stripe down both sides of western rainbow trout. read more
The Penn Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Company is the leader in recreational saltwater fishing equipment, and has been for decades. Inshore, offshore or in between, Penn has a long history of making tackle that is recognized around the… read more
The history of fishing in North America predates the United States as Native Americans first and the first European settlers relied on fishing for recreation and sustenance. The first fishing regulations were enacted by Gen. George Was… read more
Destin, Florida, with its world-famous, sugar-white sand beaches--- framed with sea oats, scrub pine and windswept dunes---beckons to any visitors who appreciates beauty, but especially those with a penchant for outdoor adventures. Whe… read more
Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin, is part of a tri city area that includes Minocqua and Woodruff. The area has one of the largest concentrations of freshwater bodies in the world. It provides many sources of recreation and historical attractions… read more
The Emerald Coast, in northwestern Florida, spans west to Pensacola from Port St. Joe in the east. According to Frommer's the Emerald Coast, or the "Redneck Riviera," is designated as one of the top destinations in 2010. Frommer's says… read more
Collecting antique fishing lures will take you through the history of fishing. Until about the late 1800s, people made their own lures. After that time, lures were mass produced. These manufactured lures are the most commonly found ant… 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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