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Different Types of Fishing Lures

Different types of fishing lures vary not only in size and weight, but also in the way they are set up to trick the fish. Use some lures to simply attract fish to the strike, while you can use others to mimic the use of actual bait fish. Losing a lure is a sometimes costly mistake, especially if it is vegetation that snags the lure rather than a biting fish.… read more
Banned Methods of Fishing in Minnesota

In addition to the Mississippi River and Lake Superior, Minnesota has a plethora of other, lesser rivers, ponds, streams, lakes and creeks. These offer anglers with a rich selection of places to ply their sport, but visiting and resident fishermen should stick to the rules and avoid banned methods. read more
The Best Trolling Lures for Spanish Mackerel

Spanish mackerel are a highly migratory species. This fish is characterized by its colors of green on its back, silver on its sides and irregular golden yellow spots above and below its lateral line. Many anglers consider trolling as the best method for catching this fish as they like to lurk from half a mile to 5 miles offshore. Spanish mackerel are also fa… read more
Lake Arthur Walleye Fishing Tips

Lake Arthur, located in Pennsylvania's Moraine State Park, is a 3,225-acre, warm-water lake. It contains pike, bass, catfish, bluegill and walleye, many of which the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission stock each year. Walleye fishing is a popular activity in the lake during the summer months, but can continue throughout the year. read more
How to Catch Walleye Fish in Ohio

An angler named Tom Haberman set a state record for the largest walleye ever caught in Ohio---16.19 lbs. and 33 inches---in 1999 while fishing at Lake Erie. The Division of Wildlife stocks more than 20 million walleye fry and 2.5 million walleye fingerlings in up to 20 of Ohio's water reservoirs. Obtain a valid state-issued fishing permit before fishing for… read more

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Baits to Use for Different Kinds of Fish

Different kinds of bait entice various kinds of fish. This is why it is important for an angler to figure out what species he is targeting if he wants to be successful. The bait to use depends on factors such as the season, the habitat… read more
What Bait Is Used for Ice Fishing?

Ice fishing baits offer many options. The fish that the angler is after often dictates the choice of bait, as does the features of the body of water being fished. Ice fishing baits are deployed on tip-ups or on jigging rods and played… read more
Types of Fishing Spoons

Fishing with metal spoon lures dates as far back as the mid-1800s. Spoons have an elongated shape and possess one concave side that makes them "wobbling" in the water when reeled in. Spoons are a sight lure, meaning fish see them and m… read more
How To Fish With Lures

Lures are a strong alternative to live bait. Navigating the assortment of different types available does require some knowledge of where to fish with them and how. Once the angler becomes familiar with the many lures at her disposal, s… read more
Alaska Fishing Rules & Regulations

The vastness of Alaska makes it impractical to have one set of regulations to cover all the fishing in the state. For this reason, the state divides itself into five separate regions, with a set of regulations for each one. However, th… read more
Tips for Catching Northern Pike

Landing your first big northern pike will have you hooked for life on fishing for this predatory species. The excitement that netting a fish than can be over 40 inches and weigh close to 20 lbs. will not wear off anytime soon. Northern… read more
Different Kinds of Game Fish

The game fish species in the waters of North America include members of the genus Esocidae, or the pike family, of which the chain pickerel is one. The Percidae family, the perches, has the yellow perch among its species, another sough… read more
How to Tie Spoons for Fishing

Tucked away somewhere between the spinner baits and the fish hooks, one will typically find the lowly spoon lure. Even though the spoon is one of the oldest types of artificial lure still in use, it really does not get a lot of fanfare… read more
Ice Fishing Guide for Lake Winnie in Minnesota

Lake Winnie, formally referred to as Lake Winnibigoshish, is located in Northern Minnesota’s Chippewa National Forest. It is a premier Minnesota ice-fishing destination where, every winter, fishermen come to sit on the ice in sub… read more
Wisconsin Walleye Fishing Tips

Wisconsin is peppered with rivers and lakes that consistently produce large walleye populations. Wisconsin fishermen hunt walleye throughout the year--from boats in the spring, summer and fall to ice shanties in the winter. The state's… read more
Fluke Fishing Tips

Fluke live along the east coast of the United States from Florida to Maine. These doormat-shaped ground feeders with two eyes on the left side of their heads make up for their unfortunate appearance by being a popular summertime table… read more
Homemade Vintage Fishing Lures

Throughout the years, all types of lures have been used by anglers in an effort to attract and catch fish. Some lures proved to be ineffective, while others work very well and are widely used. A vintage lure is an older type that has p… read more
How to Make Fishing Equipment

With some basic tools, bulk supplies from a fishing store, flat work area or work bench, and a shade of creativity you can make your own fishing equipment. Rods can be assembled from bamboo cane or fiberglass blanks and some ferrules.… read more
Do It Yourself Fishing Molds

Making soft plastic fishing lures is an aspect of fishing that allows an angler to create custom and unique baits. A variety of natural baits can be imitated with soft plastic lures, ranging from toads and frogs to worms, crayfish and… read more
Which Lures Catch the Most Muskie & Northern Pike?

The muskellunge and the northern pike are predatory fish of cooler waters in the northern hemisphere. You will have better luck targeting pike and muskies when you utilize certain types of lures. read more

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