Even the most novice angler knows that if you go fishing without fishing hooks, you won’t be able to accomplish much – and even the most seasoned fishermen have glanced at the huge selection of fishing hooks in the store and wondered just what all those different types and sizes are for. Fishing hooks are an …
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Whether it’s done on a lake, a river, a pond, a stream, or even the ocean, fishing is one of the most popular outdoor recreation activities around the world. In order to get out there and start fishing, it’s important to know the basics – like the different types of fishing rods and how to use …
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One bait type that many bass fishermen swear by is worms, either live worms or plastic lures. Every individual angler has their own preference for what they believe is the most effective bait for catching smallmouth, largemouth, and striped bass. So how do you catch bass with worms? The process is simple: Many bass fishermen swear …
When someone thinks about fishing in the ocean, they are likely thinking about heading off on a boat to either try their luck in shallow waters or head out to tread in the deep seas. Either way, a boat is almost always included in the thought process. But does it have to be? A lot of …
Gar put up a great fight when caught. Depending on local laws, they can be fished with bow, net, and hook. They can grow up to several hundred pounds. The alligator gar is the most well know of the gar family. But once you catch them, now what? Can you eat them? Can you eat Gar? …
Catching a muskie fish is much work, so naturally, you may want to keep this fish and eat it. You may want to know if you can actually eat muskie fish. The idea of impressing your family with this giant freshwater fish sounds like a real fisherman’s dream, so the thought pops into your mind, you …
The mighty tarpon and the “trash fish” are two (technically, three) infamous species that are regarded for the distasteful, smelly, and potentially hazardous experience they present when considering whether to bring your catch to the dinner table or not. Most say no to the idea of eating either of these fish, but is it really so …
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Spinning rods and baitcasters are used separately for fishing, but can you use them together? If you can use them together, why would you and why would you not? Can you use a baitcaster on a spinning rod? Yes, technically, you can use a baitcaster on a spinning rod, but it’s not usually done because a …
Sunfish is a unique fish that is found in many oceans but is, unfortunately, nearing extinction. While these fish are fairly easy to catch, some locations actually have laws in place protecting the fish and limiting your ability to catch them. However, if it is legal in your area, you can truly enjoy catching the fish …
There is nothing like going out on a lake to catch your breakfast when you are camping. Just you and nature, enjoying the peace that is the morning. While first-morning fishing can be fun, I tend to enjoy just fishing for the sport of it too. Catch and release is supposed to be the most humane …
