Category: Fishing Tips

What To Do with Your Fishing Equipment During the Winter

A bunch of fishing equipment laid out

We’re nearing the official beginning of winter in the next week. While this is a joyful, celebratory time of year, it’s not usually a fun period for fisherman. Unless you’re going ice fishing, this time is considered the offseason for many across the United States and Canada. However, if you’re one of those anglers who… Read more »

The Benefits of Going to A Sportsman’s Expo

A fishing expo

Sportsman’s expos are a perfect place for enthusiasts of hunting, fishing, and outdoor life to gather, especially over the winter months when you’re not as likely to be outdoors. These expos tend to feature vendors, seminars, and activities related to these interests. The best part is they happen all over the country, so you should… Read more »

How The Age of a River Affects How You Fish It

Two men fishing on a river just before dusk

Many people all over the world choose to do their fishing in rivers. This is due to both personal preference and geographical necessity. If you’ve done most of your fishing in lakes, creeks, oceans, or other bodies of water and you’re looking to fish a river, you should know that there are some differences between… Read more »

The Three Factors that Lead to Successful Fishing

Man in fishing gear holds up a large carp

No one heads out for a fishing trip hoping to have moderate success. Everyone from a first timer to the most experienced fisherman heads out to the water with the hopes of having as successful of a day as possible. Of course, the first step of a successful fishing outing is knowing what to expect…. Read more »

How to Better Understand the Lake You’re Fishing

A beautiful lake surrounded by trees

One of the keys to successfully fishing in a natural lake is to understand what you’re dealing with. By paying attention to your surroundings, you can determine the relative age of the lake. This will tell you which kind of fish you’re likely to find in the lake, which will inform your strategy. Here’s some… Read more »

3 Fishing Tips for the Spring Season

If you’re like most fishermen, you’re chomping at the bit to get back out on the water this spring. While you wait for the weather to take a turn for the better, there are certain things you can begin to plan out for your spring fishing expeditions to ensure you have all the success you’re… Read more »

Benefits of Using a Lighter Fishing Rod

For many fishermen, there comes a time when they need a slight change in their gear to take their skills to the next level. One way to make this leap is by using a lighter rod. By choosing a lighter fishing rod you will be making it easier to transport your equipment and it will… Read more »

3 Tips for Teaching Your Child to Fish

If you have a young child and they have expressed interest in learning how to fish, there are a few easy steps to follow that will have their first fishing adventure be something they will remember fondly. When you allow them to get used to the equipment and how it operates before you head out… Read more »

How to Properly Set a Hook

When you want to become a better fisherman, there are several things that need to be done just right. One of these is setting the hook in a proper fashion. The act of getting the fish to bite into the hook, and making the correct moves in the seconds after, is what often sets great fisherman… Read more »