Landlocked salmon can be caught using a variety of methods, but trolling for these opportunistic feeders gives anglers the best chance to land a trophy. Use a specialized trolling pattern to target these aggressive salmon. read more
Trolling is an effective method of fishing since it allows anglers to set lures or baits at precise depths while covering miles of open water in a search for actively feeding fish. A critical piece of any trolling system is the kind of rod holders used to keep trolling rods secure when that fish of a lifetime strikes. Read on for information concerning the t… 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
Musky fishing requires specialized equipment. Musky are heavy fish, and anglers need strong lines and stout rods to pry the deep musky waters. Besides being capable of handling heavy fishing tasks, musky rods should have a sensitive tip and a short build of six to eight feet. Musky rods also must be durable and have smooth casting action. read more
Walleye and sauger are close relatives and look quite similar to one another. Saugers have similar shapes and colors as the walleye but without the white tip on the tail and the black spot of color at their dorsal fin's rear. With some experience and fishing techniques, you can be well on your way on catching both species. read more
Bringing home a bass is one of the greatest things any freshwater fisherman can do. Bass rank relatively high in aquatic chain of food. Once a bass reaches 10 inches it has very few enemies and, in fact, becomes the predator. These fis… read more
Mahimahi, also known as dolphinfish, are often considered to be second to none when it comes to table fare. In addition to providing tasty fillets, mahimahi are also know for their jumping and strong runs when hooked. Mahimahi are caug… read more
While you can try many ways to catch salmon in Canada, trolling with the use of a downrigger and spoon lure is the most effective method. Read on to learn more about this exciting technique. read more
Lake Ontario provides some world class walleye fishing in areas such as the Bay of Quinte in the Canadian province of Ontario and New York's Henderson Harbor. Both areas have mass expanses of water to cover and trolling crank baits, li… 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 a… read more
The best sea fishing rods and reels are high performance, durable and resistant to the corrosive nature of saltwater. There are many good options available on the market and the rod and reel technology is always improving. Trolling rod… read more
Walleyes and saugers are among the most popular game fish in the United States. They are known for their light-biting feeding habits and are also good to eat. The two freshwater fish are closely related with similar habits. Both begin… read more
Hobie manufactures several kayaks for fishing, but improvements always can be made for a custom fit. The Hobie fishing kayaks have built-in rod holders and cargo storage, and the kayaks use a pedal-drive system for control. Customizati… 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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