Much of the thrill associated with saltwater fishing lies in the catch. As there are typically many different species of fish in any given area of saltwater, the possibility of catching several different types of fish certainly exists, along with the possibility of catching quite large fish. Saltwater may be broken down into three different categories: surf… read more
Take one part saltwater, one part game fish and add a lightweight fly fishing outfit and you have the recipe for a potentially memorable fishing experience. Saltwater fly rods are typically heavier than those used for stream fishing. However, fly rods overall are still considered lightweight tackle compared to many stiff-action spinning or casting rods. Sett… read more
Saltwater fishing is a varied pursuit. From fly-fishing grassy saltwater inlets for trout or snook, to deep-sea fishing for salmon or halibut, the saltwaters provide a variety of challenges for fishermen. If just starting your hobby in saltwater fishing, the gear choices may seem daunting. There are several things to look for when selecting saltwater rods an… read more
Fly fishermen are known to make their own flies and tinker with their gear. You can take this familiarity with your gear to a new level and build your own saltwater fly rod. Making a saltwater fly-fishing rod is no different than making a freshwater fly-fishing rod, with the exception of using it in briny water. read more
Saltwater fishing rods are available in a variety of sizes and types. When purchasing a new saltwater fishing rod, think about the type of fishing you'll be doing and the type of fish species you want to catch. This will help you to choose the best saltwater fishing rod for your needs. As with any type of fishing tackle purchase, check your rod by hand and l… read more
Amberjack is a hard-fighting gamefish popular with anglers fishing Chesapeake Bay between Maryland and Virginia. Plan on chartering a boat if you seek amberjack. You'll need a vessel to reach areas where this fish can be found anywhere… read more
Locals who fish Chesapeake Bay call black drum the "big boomers" because of their size. Some of these relatively docile fish approach 100 pounds, although 40-50-pound black drum are more commonly caught in the bay. read more
Scott Fly Rods are traditionally high-performance rods that are suited to the experienced angler. Scott also manufactures rods that are useful for beginning and intermediate anglers. The S4 series is one of the best all-round trout r… read more
A wire line is especially useful to deep-sea fishermen, and its virtues especially come out for the fishing method known as trolling. Making the switch to a wire line will require a few adjustments to your rod and reel, but once this i… read more
Trolling is an effective way to fish, but a rod and reel won't put your bait where the fish are. You need a downrigger. In simple terms, a downrigger is a spool of heavy wire attached to your boat. A large weight at the end of this wir… read more
Many of the fishing products today are made in foreign countries with the fly rod market being one of the few exceptions. Several companies manufacture fly rods exclusively in the United States while others have combination of foreign… read more
Types of fly fishing are divided into two general categories with several subcategories within each. The general freshwater and saltwater categories include every species of fish that fly anglers target, but some of the species within… read more
Circle hooks have been around for several years and are widely used among many anglers as a favorite hook for bait fishing. The rounded design of the hook tends to hold the bait securely in place and prevent currents or waves from swee… read more
St. Croix manufactures rods for fly fishing, saltwater fishing, spin casting and bait casting. The rods are American made at the factory in Wisconsin and are represented by numerous professional anglers and guides. The Legend Elite and… read more
The majority of Penn rods are for saltwater fishing applications. Well known for high quality fishing reels, Penn also makes several rods for casting and trolling. The best of the Penn casting rods can withstand the corrosive propertie… read more
Saltwater fishing offers great recreation for the entire family and is often easily accessible. Surf and pier fishing can put you right in the middle of the action and provide the opportunity to catch a wide range of game fish. Correct… read more
The words "saltwater fishing" often bring to mind open water deep-sea fishing adventures. While this is certainly one very exhilarating type of saltwater fishing, there are many who do not want or cannot afford an open-water excursion.… read more
The words "big catfish" to many anglers mean catfish in the 40-pound-plus range. Such large catfish are often found in deep river bends and along lake dropoffs. Catfish in this weight range require additional attention to equipment, th… read more
Traditionally, sea, or saltwater, fishing tackle is designed to be heavy duty so that it can handle the rigors of the pounding surf and corrosive saltwater. As surf and inshore tackle evolved, many of the rods, reels, lines and even lu… 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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