Catfish
Trolling for catfish: Slinky weight is key
From late June through November catfish move around a lot due to a number of factors and one of the best ways to target mobile cats is to drift or troll. […]
Field Notes
Deer Hunting
Get major results from micro plots
Micro or mini wildlife food plots work well on hunting properties that are not really large enough to justify full-scale farming practices. […]
Field Notes
Dump kahle hook, guide urges
Why Capt. Jakamo Laboureur, a longtime user of a No. 1 kahle hook, switched to the No. 2 live bait hook to catch speckled trout out of Shell Beach. […]
Field Notes
What to look for in a new knife
Choosing a new knife is like walking down the bass lure aisle — there are so many shapes, colors, sizes and options that it can be tough to make a decision. […]
Field Notes
How to remove a hook on the water
How to perform the string trick to remove a fishing hook from your body while still on the water so you don’t miss any great fishing. […]
Crappie/Bream
11 post-spawn tips to catch more crappie
Earlier this year, Tim Bye was working a turnaround while the Internet was abuzz about big catches of spawning crappie. […]
Crappie/Bream
How to mop up on bedding bream
Spawning bluegills and shellcrackers take over the shallows as summer approaches. Here’s how to catch a mess of them on fishing beds. […]
Bass Fishing
Guide to handling big bass
Proper handling techniques will definitely increase the chances of long-term survival for your trophy bass. […]
Field Notes
Choosing the best popping cork
The popping cork debate rages on. Whichever model, size and color you choose, here’s hoping you see it disappear often on your next trip out. […]
Crappie/Bream
Focus on travel routes for postspawn crappie
Catching crappie after the spawn is a matter of following them along their travel routes to deep water. Here are some tips. […]
Field Notes
Keep wading gear simple for trout fishing
Instead of carrying a tackle store when wade fishing, pare down to the bare essentials so you can concentrate on catching big speckled trout. […]
Field Notes
Top tips for trout success
A person can’t successfully charter fish for 28 years without accumulating a bag of tricks. Zutie Auenson is no exception. Here are some of his favorite tactics to stay on trout. […]