Bass Fishing

Bassmaster Opens Schedule For 2019

A selection of tournament bass anglers’ dream lakes are in the lineup for the 2019 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Opens Series, B.A.S.S. announced.   The Opens Series will again feature nine tournaments, including two divisions […]

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ALWAYS BE READY TO GO CAMPING

You can always be ready to go camping if you stay prepared. Grab three large plastic storage bins from a local store. Keep air mattresses, pumps, pillows and tarps in one bin. In the second […]

Boat News

NSBC On-Water Course Recognized as Verified Course

The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) is being recognized for meeting the American National Standard for On-Water Recreational Boating Skills Standard – POWER. The NSBC is the first organization to receive this voluntary third-party verification for an on-water […]

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BEGINNER BOW HUNTING TIPS

There are a few steps you can take to improve your skills as a beginner bow hunter. The first is to practice. Take some time to shoot at least a few quivers of arrows a […]

HOT WEATHER HIKING
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HOT WEATHER HIKING

If you plan on hiking in hot weather, freeze your water bottles the night before. In addition to hydration, the cold bottles held against your skin can help cool you down. Sunscreen is a necessity […]

Fishing Tips

Bio-Inspired Topwater Shines

“Shiner” is the common name for one of the most widely distributed, and certainly one of the most important, freshwater forage groups. Supporting gamefish populations throughout North America, the slender, silvery shiner is found in […]

Invasive Milfoil Confirmed in Cobbosseecontee Lake
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Invasive Milfoil Confirmed in Cobbosseecontee Lake

Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has confirmed growth of Eurasian water milfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) in the north end of Cobbosseecontee (aka Cobbossee) Lake in Winthrop.  The plant was discovered in July by Friends of […]

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Snakeheads are here to stay

Since that fateful day in 2002 when the first “frankenfish” was discovered in a pond in Crofton in Anne Arundel County, we’ve wondered exactly what would be the impact of a new invasive species taking […]

Bass Fishing

Hot Summer Days with the YamaFrog

  Perhaps one of the most interesting things about bass fishing is the fact that you never stop learning and the bass always seems to find ways to surprise you with their behavior. For instance, […]

FUGAWI.COM CHARTS NOW AVAILABLE ON OPENCPN ANDROID APP
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FUGAWI.COM CHARTS NOW AVAILABLE ON OPENCPN ANDROID APP

Industry leading online chart service fugawi.com, announced today that in collaboration with world-renowned OpenCPN (opencpn.org), that their extensive portfolio of raster charts is now available to OpenCPN Android App users. Building upon its experience in […]

Army Corps of Engineers
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CORP CAMPING

The Army Corps of Engineers builds dams to control river flows and lake reservoirs to produce hydroelectric power. In addition, they open river and lakeside areas to the public and provide recreation opportunities for fishing, […]

Boat News

‘Propane Systems on Your Boat’

If you want to heat your boat, cook aboard, or perhaps, run your refrigerator when you are away from shore power, propane is a common fuel source. But what are the most important safety concerns […]

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SUMMER FISHING IN THE DARK

If you’ve never fished at night during the summer, you’re missing out on a very special experience. Before you try it, develop an intimate feel and knowledge of the water you are going to fish. […]

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Glo-Shot Jig New From Northland Tackle

Tony Roach introduces the new Glo-Shot® Jig. This single hook jig works perfect when jigged, suspended under a bobber or left to glow all night long on a rattle reel. The Glo-Shot® Jig design was inspired […]

Plano 2.0 Backpack
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Plano 2.0 Backpack

Whether heading to the public fishing pier or secluded backcountry streams, Plano’s new A-Series 2.0 Backpack carries all the fishing essentials and keeps the angler’s hands free to fish while on the move. The A-Series […]

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Revitalizing the Detroit River’s Ecosystem

In the Great Lakes, NOAA’s Office of Habitat Conservation is partnering with the Friends of the Detroit River. This dedicated group of local citizens is charged by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to work in […]

World’s Largest Sportfishing Trade Show Once Again Shines
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World’s Largest Sportfishing Trade Show Once Again Shines

More than 15,000 representatives from the domestic and international recreational fishing and boating community converged on the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Fla., July 10-13, for the 61st International Convention of Allied Sportfishing […]

NW PA Fishing Report For Early July 2018
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NW PA Fishing Report For Early July 2018

Summer arrived with excessive heat, excessive storms and excessive water. With things finally calming down, anglers are venturing out again. Reports coming in are encouraging, and summer patterns should be setting up with the next […]

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Meet Mike Frisch, Our Newest Contributor

Mike Frisch is a veteran western Minnesota fishing guide and has an impressive resume’ as a tournament angler with wins and high finishes in walleye and bass tournaments across the Midwest.  Frisch is also a co-founder […]

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July Edition of CrappieNow is out

Summer crappie fishing includes a wide variety of fishing tactics. Enjoy the summer action. Learn how in the July issue of CrappieNow Digital On-Line Magazine, free each month. Opening Cast – First boats are memorable. My […]

This week on Outdoors Radio 1
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This week on Outdoors Radio – 7/5/2018

This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features Castle Rock-Petenwell Lakes Association president Barb Baker, Angler Qwest Pontoons designer Brad Dupuie, kayak instructor Jon Small and archery expert JC Chamberlin. Dan and Jeff lie low and […]

Trout/Salmon Fishing

Spin In With Yakima For Lake Trout

Of the six trout and salmon game fish species found in the Great Lakes, only one is indigenous. Species like king and coho salmon, steelhead, brown trout and Atlantic salmon were introduced so long ago, […]

Angling Tips to Help Trout and Salmon Beat the Heat
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Angling Tips to Help Trout and Salmon Beat the Heat

This spring, trout and trout anglers have benefited from abundant rainfall and cool weather conditions that promote the growth and survival of trout and salmon. However, with the forecast for high temperatures this weekend through […]

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A Scent Spray That’s a Seamless Sell

For over 60 years, Worden’s Rooster Tail spinners have been helping anglers catch everything from trout to tiger muskies. The colorful lures, with its iconic willow leaf spinner blade and pulsating hackle tail are irresistible […]

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Zee Best Bait Tote in Your Boat

  Anyone who’s fished the progressive softbait material figures it out pretty much after the very first bite: Z-Man’s ElaZtech® softbaits are different. Are they better? Do they catch more fish? Plenty of anglers would […]

Bass Fishing

Snag Proof Returns To ICAST

The company that produced the first hollow-body frog back in 1961 was sold in 2014 and sold a second time in 2016. The past few years have seen 2 mergers and 2 moves—one from Ohio […]

A Forgotten Lure
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A Forgotten Lure

There are many long lost lures that our dad’s swore by. And there are even more the fell by the waist side, because they just did not work. But!!!! There are some that were just […]