Several types of baits are successful at making fish bite. These include live baits as well as artificial lures. Anglers select the bait used for fishing in freshwater and saltwater settings based on experience of what has worked well in past outings. Many try different baits when old stand-bys fail to produce. read more
Circle hooks have been used by commercial fishing fleets for decades. A circle hook sets itself in the corner of the fish's jaw, due to the tension in the line. Anglers have found that these specialized hooks work with great success with live bait, as well as with soft plastics. Read on to learn how to properly rig the popular plastic worm with a circle hook… read more
Besides being in California, the land of surf and sun, there is much to look forward to in Baja. There are lots of opportunities for kayaking, whale watching, snorkeling and scuba diving. Arrange a day trip and then spend the evening in one of the area's luxurious hotels. There are hotels ranging from five-star to budget and with a whole host of amenities. P… read more
Your philosophy of kayak fishing should match your philosophy of fishing. If you prefer to have every tool you could possibly need at your disposal, you may wish to extensively modify your kayak with fancy equipment to help you make your catch. If you'd rather fish lightly and simply, on the other hand, your kayak will need little more than a place to put yo… read more
Shad are a popular bait fish and minnow, often stocked by states' departments of fisheries intentionally as a feed for the larger sport species. There are some shad big enough to catch via a traditional rod and reel, but they are not a practical live bait. Minnesota has many lakes and rivers where shad are stocked for the largemouth bass and crappie. Catchin… read more
Situated between Ft. Myers and Sarasota, on the Southwest coast of Florida, Boca Grande is a quiet community on the southern tip of Gasparilla Island. Rent a boat, take a charter or sign up for a sightseeing cruise to explore 750,000 a… 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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