Bass Fishing
Float-N-Fly for Smallmouth Bass
Savvy anglers know that when the water temperature reaches 52 degrees smallmouth bass begin to migrate out of the creek channels and into the main lake. “When the water is 56 or even 54, the […]
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Ice Fishing
Pro Ice Anglers Love Fishing Devils Lake
Thousands of out-of-state fishermen flock to Devils Lake to chase fish under the ice. Many professional anglers also return year after year, and they explained why with so much ice available, they prefer this special […]
Fishing Tips
Finding Fish In The Winter Zone
While anglers in northern Illinois are fishing through holes in the ice, anglers in southern Illinois are still fishing open water lakes and ponds. Mild winters allow southern Illinois anglers to fish all year around. […]
Bass Fishing
MLF – Round #2 TODAY of the General Tire Summit Cup from Waterville, Maine
In one of the sport’s most legendary careers, there isn’t much that Major League Fishing pro and champion Denny Brauer hasn’t done. Win a Major League Fishing championship? Check, been there and done that at […]
Fishing News - Fresh
Orvis: Protecting Special Places Initiative Focuses on Areas at Risk from Fracking
Last month, Trout Unlimited released a new report highlighting outstanding public fishing and hunting areas in the Central Appalachian region that are at risk from shale gas drilling-related activities. The “10 Special Places” report takes a deeper […]
Bass Fishing
Brush Pile Basics
An FLW Feature. December and January are the two months when anglers really start preparing for the coming season, whether it’s firming up sponsorships, planning tournament schedules or restocking baits and equipment. This is also the […]
Fishing Tips
Ice Out Patterns For Cold Fish
Some fishermen mistakenly seem to think fish are like bears and go into hibernation. Large game fish often turn up at this time of the year. The fish are not as aggressive when water temperatures […]
Videos
Tempting Turtle Tidbits
I have heard and read a lot about how bass like to eat baby turtles. Most accounts suggest that it is more than just being hungry. Bass hate them and attack them out of aggression. […]
Fishing News - Fresh
NW PA Fishing Report: 1/01/15
Brought to you by PA Great Lakes Region tourism. What’s biting in the lakes, streams and rivers of Crawford, Erie, Mercer and Venango Counties? FRENCH CREEK – Flowing through all four counties. Editor’s note: By […]
Ice Fishing
Nothing Fishy About This Record-Threatening New Year’s Catch
CBSNews Minnesota Reported: The story may sound a little fishy. Okay, actually it sounds incredibly fishy, but in the good way. The potentially record-breaking way. Will Spychalla and Carlyn Salmela caught a monster sturgeon in […]
Catfish Fishing
2015 Bass Pro Shops Big Cat Quest tournament schedule announced
Capt. Ron Presley Reported The Following: Catfish fanatics across the nation have been waiting to hear the site selections for the 2015 Bass Pro Shops Big Cat Quest Tournament (BCQ). This years schedule will visit […]
Fishing News - Fresh
Fishouflage for Women
Since forever, fishing gals have been limited to the men’s clothing department for any quality, good looking apparel that reflects their love of the water. Fortunately, the fishing world has finally taken notice and now […]
Videos
Boat News
Being a Good Boat Partner
Accepting an invitation to join a friend on his or her boat for a day of fishing is a privilege. As with many potential relationships, your conduct during the outing will have a lot to […]
Top Fishing Headlines
Join The ODU Team
ODU Magazine™ is looking for an Online Advertising Sales Professional (part-time) who has a strong love for the outdoors, like us. YOU will earn a TOP Commission no other company is willing to pay! […]
Trout/Salmon Fishing
Dam Removals Bring Fish Back
In the last few years, we’ve been a part of two major dam removal projects in the Northwest. And now we’re seeing major results: fish swimming, and spawning, in the restored habitat. On the Rogue […]
Ice Fishing
Where Are Those Fishing Activities For Seniors
Recently the co-founder and CEO of Powderhook.com found himself on the spot when asked at a social occasion, “do you ever do anything to get the elderly out fishing?” Powderhook.com is a Nebraska company with […]
Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing Excellence: Vexilar FLX-28 Ultra Pack
The features found in the FLX-28 read like the wish list of avid ice anglers starting with digital depth, Auto Range, Two zoom zones, battery status, FIVE color palettes to select from for maximum visibility, […]
Bass Fishing
Schooling Bass Like Noise
In late summer, the schools of bass that are feeding on forage fish will respond to lipless crankbaits that provide noise. The bass spend much of the fall months in schools that attack the forage […]
Bass Fishing
Ish’s Phat Frog
Our friends over at Snag Proof shared with us a product review done via Fish Sniffer angler group on the Ish’s Phat Frog. Sheldon Bright of Fish Sniffer sent this in – “Ish’s phat frog, […]
Catfish Fishing
Big catfish have no where to hide
David Shipman and Brooke Wilkins are catfish fanatics. They travel the country in search of the whiskered critters. October of 2014 found them in New Madrid, Missouri fishing the Bass Pro Shops Big Cat Quest. […]
Bass Fishing
FLW Yells “Holy Spot!”
Jason Johnson and Cody Meyer enjoyed the best day of fishing in their lives on Thursday. “I’ll take the memory of that day to my grave,” said Jason Johnson, the day after he and Repel […]
Fishing Tips
Winter Fishing In Southern Illinois
The ghostly plumes of mist rising from the lake created by cold air above the warmer pond water give birth to an eerie scene. Boats glide slowly across the lake only to disappear into the […]
Top Hunting Headlines
The Outpost e-Magazine December 2014
In this issue of The Outpost Magazine – Southern Boyz Outdoors host Kinion Bankston, Special Christmas Gift Guide, New Music, Pheasant Hunting, Long Range Shooting, Recipes and much more. We are pleased to bring you […]
Hunting News
Targeting Hunting in the Northwest Region
Hunting for my region is broken up into two zones: Zone B which runs south of State Road 50, north of State Road 60 and west of Rte. 441. Zone C encompasses all the rest […]
Ice Fishing
THE SOCIAL ASPECT OF ICE FISHING
To the non-angler, fishing in winter seems like a venture in folly. One person once asked how you get the cubes to stay on the hook. No matter what the angler’s expertise, ice fishing offers […]
Top Fishing Headlines
Fishing Differently For Different Fish
An angler new to ice-fishing and I were having a conversation recently about ice-fishing. He had some questions, and I tried to answer those questions. When we got to the topic of various fish species […]
Fishing News - Fresh
Carry Your License On Your Smartphone In Utah
Utah.Gov, a leader in mobile and online technology, with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) recently launched a free Hunting and Fishing iPhone and Android app. The application gives Utah’s outdoor enthusiasts the best […]
Trout/Salmon Fishing
Winter Trout Fishing On Lake Taneycomo
Unusually cold temperatures hit the Ozarks in mid-November as Eric Olliverson and I met at the Branson landing on the shore of Lake Taneycomo. Early on there was no wind and it was bearable. Once […]
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Custom Rat-L-Traps
Often we get calls from Rat-L-Trap fans looking for colors that we either don’t make anymore or have never made. In order to meet this demand, we’ve started a custom lure program. If you have […]
Fishing News - Fresh
Jig Tactics for Bass
Looking through my tackle box when I got to the lake I was trying to decide what I should start with, after a few minutes I decided to tie on and throw a jig. I […]
Bass Fishing
Know Your Bass Fishing Tools with JOHN CREWS
Learning as much as you can about the fishing lures that you use is critical to consistently catching good bass! John Crews’ class is an incredible in-depth look into two of his most reliable lures […]
Ice Fishing
ICE FISHING WOLF LAKE
There are two Wolf Lakes in Illinois. This one is near Chicago just off of Lake Michigan on the Illinois/Indiana state line. The other one is downstate. Wolf Lake is a 419-acre lake in the […]
Fishing Tips
Bigger Catches With Small Details
Fishing in the fall can be good. Really good. Really, really good. And, if you pay attention to detail, you can be even more successful at this time of year. As I think back on […]
Panfish Fishing
Tips and techniques from a crappie legend
When it comes to fishing for and catching crappie not many folks know more than Sam Heaton. After all, he is considered to be the first crappie guide in the country, plying his trade on […]
Ice Fishing
Stay Mobile, Catch More Fish On The Ice
Ice Team Pro, Dave Genz, teams up with Clam Pro, Cory Yarmuth to put the pieces together on staying mobile to catch more fish… Armed with a good set of Kahtoola MICRO spikes on my […]
Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing Kick Off
Safe-ice is coming soon to a lake near you. Here are some things to think about to make sure you start off the season with a bang. Ice Walleyes — Bottom-Pound, Bottom-Scrounge. Few techniques attract […]
Bass Fishing
The Best Smallmouth Destinations for Fall
Fall is the time of year to treat yourself to one last fishing excursion before the snowflakes start to fall. And if you’re going to take a fishing road trip amid a backdrop of autumn’s […]
Catfish Fishing
Catfish and Kids
Aggressive feeding habits, fast growth and affinity for shore line structure make the catfish a natural for teaching young and old the secrets of fishing. This feisty battler enjoys a state-wide distribution due to its […]
Bass Fishing
BU: 25% OFF 2015 Classes Ends After Nov. 9th
Don’t miss out The Bass University’s early-bird sale with 25% off all 2015 class registrations! Sale ends after Sunday, November 9th. Join the fun, click here for more info and to register–>http://bit.ly/1sM4d4X. 2015 Class Schedule: […]
Fishing News - Salt
Win a Trip Tto Ocean Lodge of St. Simmons
Win a great trip that includes: Two days of fishing with O’Neill and Captain Mark Noble of Golden Isle Charters. The trip will be filmed for an upcoming “O’Neill Outside” TV Show. Enjoy a two […]
Ice Fishing
Some Ice Fishing Basics
Not having a basic knowledge of a sport like ice fishing limits ones desire to participate. With a little forethought and some basic and relatively inexpensive equipment is all one needs to find success in […]
Bass Fishing
Upcoming Changes for the FLW Tour
As the migration of fishing continues to be a fluid and ever changing and money becomes tighter and tighter, changes in the FLW Tour were imminent. You could feel the writing on the wall, sponsors […]
Panfish Fishing
Brush Pile Bingo For Fall Crappie
A recent road trip to North Carolina and the Southeastern Outdoor Press Association annual meeting found me in Georgia on my way back home to Florida. I had an invitation to fish some brush piles […]
Bass Fishing
5 Tips for Late Fall Northern Largemouth Bass
Fishing the late fall shift on northern lakes has its advantages. Largemouth bass can be relatively easy to locate and, for the most part, will be the largest you will find them all season long. […]
Catfish Fishing
Classic Catfish
Last time the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service took the temperature of licensed anglers, 7-million savvy souls1 named the catfish their favored species. By comparison, 10-million anglers preferred bass, while a meager million liked walleyes. […]
Panfish Fishing
Are You Crappie Hunting in Fall
Early in the fall, weather can be quite changeable with hot days and cool nights. The changes can be confusing to crappie. Once the weather begins to stabilize, with cooler temperatures the norm, fish tend […]
Fishing News - Fresh
Fish Attractors The Improve Fishability
Have you ever been fishing and wished there was a sign saying right where the fish are? Well, fish attractors and the buoys that mark them are intended to do just that. We all know […]
Panfish Fishing
Winning In The Wind For Grenada Crappie
Grenada Lake in Mississippi is known for big crappie, but it is an open lake and the wind can play havoc with the fishing if you don’t know how to handle it. I was there […]
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Encouraging Anglers To Keep Fish UDNR
Biologists hope rule changes approved by the Utah Wildlife Board will encourage anglers to keep more fish in Utah. Keeping the fish you catch — up to your legal limit — is the key to […]