Green Bay Smallmouth of 9 Pounds, 11 Ounces Breaks 76-Year-Old Record
A Wisconsin angler's 9-pound, 11-ounce Green Bay smallmouth broke a state record set in 1950. Here is the lure, the rig and how the DNR confirmed it.
Ice Fishing Rods and Reels: Length, Power and Line Picks
Ice fishing rods and reels explained: how length and power fit panfish and walleye, inline vs spinning reels, and which line to spool for each.
Maryland Finishes Fall Trout Stocking With 18,150 Fish
Maryland DNR stocked 18,150 trout in 27 waters this fall. See what was stocked, which waters have winter rules and when spring stocking returns.
Fishing Basics
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Gifts for Bass Anglers: Lures, Tackle, Tools and Electronics by Budget
Find a useful gift for a bass angler: lures, terminal tackle, tools and electronics accessories by budget, plus the questions to ask before you buy.
Fishing Stocking Stuffers Under $20 Anglers Will Actually Use
Looking for fishing stocking stuffers under $20? These small tools, terminal tackle items and accessories are practical, easy to wrap and used on every trip.
Fishing Gifts for Dad by Budget: Ideas Under $25, $50 and $100
Practical fishing gift ideas for men and dads under $25, $50 and $100, plus what to check before you buy: rod power, line type and hook or lure sizes.
Ice Fishing
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Gifts for Ice Anglers: Safety Items First, Then Gear by Budget
The best gifts for ice anglers start with ice picks and a flotation suit, then rod holders, sleds and heaters. Ideas sorted by budget with safety notes.
Tungsten vs Lead Ice Jigs: What Changes, Sizes and When It Pays Off
Tungsten ice jigs are denser, smaller for their weight and sink faster than lead. Learn what that changes, which sizes to carry and when the price is worth it.
How to Jig for Walleye Through the Ice: Spoons, Rattle Baits and Cadence
A practical guide to jigging walleye through the ice, covering jigging spoons, rattle baits, lift-and-drop cadence and how to read the marks on your flasher.
Fishing News
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Pickwick Lake Hosts Toyota Series Finale Nov. 5-7 for $235,000
The Toyota Series Championship hits Pickwick Lake Nov. 5-7 with up to $235,000 on the line. See how smallmouth and sonar rules may decide it.
Matt Robertson Wins Record $1.25 Million at The Champions
Matt Robertson won the richest bass tournament payout ever at Old Hickory Lake, catching smallmouth on a swimbait. See how he did it and what it means.
Matt Robertson Wins Record $1.25 Million at Old Hickory Lake Event
Matt Robertson weighed 20 pounds, 2 ounces on Old Hickory Lake to win the first The Champions tournament and a payout billed as the biggest in bass fishing.
Fishing Gear
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How to Clean and Maintain a Spinning Reel Before Winter Storage
Learn how to rinse, dry, lightly lubricate and store a spinning reel for winter so the drag, bail and bearings are ready when the next fishing season starts.
Fishing Subscription Boxes Explained: How They Work and What’s Inside
Find out how fishing subscription boxes work, what lures and gear they usually include, what affects the price and whether one makes a good gift for an angler.
Fishing Hook Sizes and Types Explained: Size Chart, Worm, EWG, Circle, Treble and Octopus Hooks
Hook sizing runs in two directions and isn't standardized between brands. Here's how to read the numbers, pick a size for your target fish and choose the right hook style.
Bass Fishing
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Bass Fishing From Shore: How to Find Spots, Where Bass Hold and What to Throw
You don't need a boat to catch bass. Find legal access, walk the bank, and fish the cover and drop-offs bass use near shore with a few weedless lures.
Largemouth Bass: How to Identify Them, Where They Live and How to Catch Them
The most popular game fish in the US is easy to recognize once you know the jaw and the stripe. Here's where largemouth live, what they eat and how they move through the year.
How to Catch Striped Bass With Live Bait: Best Baits, Rigs, Hooks and Rules
Live bait is the most dependable way to catch stripers in reservoirs and on the coast. Here's how to choose bait, keep it alive, rig it at the right depth and stay legal.
Techniques & Seasons
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Late Fall Bass Fishing: Cold Water Behavior and the Lures That Still Work
When water drops below 50°F, bass slow down, hold near cover and feed on baitfish. Learn where to find them and which lures and retrieves still catch fish.
How to Fish Docks for Bass: Where They Hold and How to Reach Them
Docks are some of the most dependable bass cover on many lakes. Here is how to pick the right ones, reach the fish underneath and stay on good terms with the owners.
Winter Bass Fishing in Open Water: Where Bass Go and How to Catch Them
Winter bass fishing is slow, but it is far from hopeless. Here is where bass spend the cold months in open water and how to tempt them.