Flatfish lures have been used to catch trout for decades and continue to produce trophy fish today. These lures have unique properties that need to be understood in order to harness their fish-attracting power. read more
An angler who purchases a brand new reel or someone who desires to replace old fishing line with a newer, more reliable spool needs to learn the arbor knot. The arbor knot gets its name from the part of the fishing reel that the line actually wraps around--the arbor. It is a simple knot for anyone who has the ability to make knots as uncomplicated as those u… read more
Fishing rods are meant to improve casting distance and accuracy and to give the angler leverage when fighting or handling fish. The reel's primary purpose is to store fishing line. Fishing rods and reels can be classified into four types. An understanding of the types of rods and reels will make the decision of what to buy and use easier and increase your en… 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, the type of rig used and proper bait. Although each fishing situation can differ from the next, there are some basics to follow… 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
There are so many fishing reels and rods on the market now that it can be extremely difficult for a beginning angler to know what type to purchase. The best rule of thumb for the novice when it comes to selecting a fishing pole and a r… read more
Fishing for bass in Texas involves many of the same techniques, equipment and considerations as fishing for bass in other parts of the United States. What sets Texas bass fishing apart are the abundance of large lakes and reservoirs an… 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. H… read more
Zebco reels may possibly have introduced more new anglers to fishing than any other reel on the market. From children to adults, scores of new anglers have been handed a Zebco mounted to a spin cast rod and pointed toward a stream, riv… read more
South Bend manufactures large quantities of moderately priced reels. The majority of the reels are either bait casting or spin casting reels, but a few specialty ice fishing models can be found on the market. The South Bend reel models… read more
Lac Seul, Ontario, is located in the northern regions of the province in Canada and home to hundreds of thousands of acres of wild boreal forest and lakes filled with walleye, trout, bass, pike and char. Lac Seul enjoys a healthy fishe… read more
Rapala is well known for producing a wide range of lures that are effective on both fresh and saltwater game fish species. The X Rap is one line of crankbait lures that can potentially prove to be very effective on saltwater fish. The… 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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