New fishing lures and reels dominate headlines. Their performance may indeed be miraculous, but it’s the rod that does the heavy lifting when it co...

From freshwater shiners to saltwater pogies, live baiting offers a time-tested method for catching a variety of fish. Wetting a hook with minnows a...

If you want to increase your odds of catching a trophy fish—or simply catching fish—it always pays to be prepared. When you’re gathering your gear ...

When it comes to catching fish, lure color matters. Whether you’re jigging for bluegills, casting for crappie, competing in a bass tournament or tr...

Whether you’re a first-time fisherman or an experienced angler, catching a big fish is always fun. Watching a largemouth bass gobble up a topwater ...

Fishing pliers are an essential, versatile tool when you’re on the water. They can crimp, cut, split and grip with a leverage and ease unobtainable...

Gearing up for fishing usually involves selecting the best rods, reels and tackle for the job. However, some of the most important equipment is all...

Time on the water is a scarce commodity for most of us. Work, school and family activities have a habit of limiting opportunities to fish. To maxim...

Longer days and warmer temperatures signal the arrival of our favorite season—fishing season! If you’re like us, you have been itching to get back ...

Across the country, fishermen are checking their calendars, counting down the days to warmer weather and water temperatures. Prime fishing season m...