Whether you are on your way to a lake known to contain plentiful amounts of salmon or you are planning an Alaskan fishing trip that involves stream fishing and maybe even a hunt for salmon during their spawning runs, you know that finding the right salmon fishing rods for your needs is a challenge. Not only is the store filled with all-purpose rods, but in s… read more
Trolling for salmon, whether on the Great Lakes or the Pacific Ocean, requires anglers to use multiple tactics to catch salmon consistently. Downriggers are one tool used to get lures down deep when the fish are there, and outriggers are another tool that gets the bait out away from the boat when fish are riding high in the water column. read more
Offshore trolling for salmon requires a spread of lures to entice these top-line predators to strike. While the use of plugs or spoons can be a popular choice, flasher rigs that incorporate fresh-cut herring strips are a deadly combination to catch salmon. As with any offshore trolling lure, properly rigging these lures will allow them to swim seductively, d… read more
Everett, Washington, is a waterfront community on the Puget Sound, 30 miles north of downtown Seattle. Its location makes it an ideal base for charter boats to operate from. Visitors will find charter options, which all are a short boat trip to the productive salmon fishing waters of the Puget Sound. read more
Landlocked salmon fishing is a year-round activity for anglers in the northeastern states. Numerous species of landlocked salmon exist with the most prominent ones as the Sebago and the Ouananiche--also called Atlantic salmon. A popular method to catch landlocked salmon is by trolling. Salmon is a cold water game fish as they prefer water temperatures near 5… read more
The majestic and powerful king salmon live along the Pacific Ocean and spawn in freshwater. Their sheer size and weight make catching one a thrill and challenge for any fisherman. King salmon can weigh more than 100 pounds and swim nea… read more
Anglers of all levels regard Alaska as a dream destination for fishing. While most folks would consider the best fishing to be in a remote part of this vast state, that is not always the case. The capital city of Juneau offers some ama… read more
Salmon fishing in the cold waters of North American lakes and rivers challenges the most seasoned angler. Popular species of this delicious gamefish include sockeye, coho and the enormous king salmon of Alaska. Trolling, bank fishing a… read more
No Alaskan fishing trip would be complete without catching the official state fish---the king salmon. Both a saltwater and freshwater fish, the king salmon is the largest Pacific salmon variety. Fishing takes place during the salmon's… read more
The scenic North Shore of Minnesota runs from Duluth to Thunder Bay, Ontario, along the Lake Superior coastline. The area is dotted with picturesque waterfront towns and leafy parks. Stop in Two Harbors to browse lakeside cafes, and vi… read more
Anglers flock to Washington state for salmon fishing each year because it is possible to fish for five different species of salmon. Chum, sockeye, kings, silvers and pinks can all be caught in the saltwater and freshwater of Washington… read more
Homer, Alaska, is "at the end of the road" on the western side of the Kenai Peninsula. Homer is a mid-size city by Alaska standards and is home to a robust commercial and sport fishing industry. Halibut, black cod and five different sp… 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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