Fish Finders by Budget: What $200, $500 and $1,000 Buys
Under $200 buys 2D or CHIRP sonar on a small screen, $500 adds side imaging and maps, $1,000 a big screen and networking. Which features matter most.
Arkadelphia Angler Wins $75,000 Bass Boat in Legacy Lunker Drawing
Justin Rogers won a $75,000 Xpress bass boat in Arkansas' first Legacy Lunker drawing. How the trophy bass program works and when 2027 opens.
Ice Fishing for Pike: Tip-Ups, Jigging, Quick-Strike Rigs and Bait
Ice fishing for northern pike works best with tip-ups and big bait on quick-strike rigs, plus jigging nearby. Covers depth, bait and safe pike handling.
Fishing Basics
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Fishing Gifts for Kids: Rods, Tackle Boxes and Life Jackets by Age
The best fishing gifts for kids are a short spincast combo, a small tackle box and a properly sized life jacket. See what fits ages 3 to 12 and up.
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.
Ice Fishing
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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.
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.
Fishing News
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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.
Wesley Gore Expects 17- to 19-Pound Bags at Guntersville EQ Finale
The final 2026 Bassmaster Elite Qualifier runs Nov. 11-13 on Lake Guntersville. Wesley Gore's forecast, the likely patterns and the points race.
Shimano Buys Japanese Lure Maker Jackall, Its Partner Since 2010
Shimano has acquired all shares of Jackall, the Japanese lure company behind many bass baits. What the deal means for anglers and what is still unknown.
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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Where Do Bass Go in Winter? Depth, Structure and Temperature
Bass in winter hold near the deepest stable water close to their fall areas. See typical depths and structure in reservoirs, natural lakes and rivers.
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.
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.