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4 Tips for Small Stream Fly Fishing

4 Tips for Small Stream Fly Fishing

As links courses are to golf, small stream fly fishing represents the most challenging part of a quality fishing experience. Small streams are where fishing aficionados go to test their skills; if you want to get the most out of your small stream fly fishing experience, try using a few of these tips.

4 Tips for Stocking a Pond

4 Tips for Stocking a Pond

Success in aquaculture, or aquafarming, involves stocking the right fish in the right order to ensure balanced populations and good fishing. Stocking a pond brings about not just enjoyable fishing; maintaining fish also controls the growth of weeds and algae, as well as helping to keep worms and leeches and some insects under control

The Best Beaches for Surf Fishing

The Best Beaches for Surf Fishing

Fishing in the ocean does not necessarily require chartering a deep-sea vessel, crew, and expensive gear. Consider casting a line or two from the shoreline into the surf. While anglers may not snag a catch weighing hundreds of pounds, the variety of fish available wrangled from the sidelines are in abundance along the eastern, western and southern coastlines.

4 Tips for Night Fishing

4 Tips for Night Fishing

While fishing during the day is a bit easier, nocturnal angling brings its charms and can even increase your chances of success. Lots of species are more active after sunset. To give yourself your best shot at catching them, you’ll have to target them when they’re most likely to be feeding.

4 Tips for Fishing with Your Kids

4 Tips for Fishing with Your Kids

Fishing is one of the most popular recreational hobbies in the United States. While fishing with a few buddies is always a good time, there is nothing quite like going out with your kids. The bonding experience created on the boat is something everyone will remember for the rest of their lives.

The Best Rods for Bass Fishing

The Best Rods for Bass Fishing

Fishing rods come in all sizes and are not one size fits all. Every fish is different in terms of size, shape, personality, and food preferences, and while one rod works for one type, that doesn’t mean it will necessarily work well for others.

Charter a Fishing Boat Using These 4 Tips

Charter a Fishing Boat Using These 4 Tips

If you are looking at changing up how you fish, it might be time to consider chartering a boat and heading out to the lake or ocean’s deeper parts. Charting a fishing boat is a great way to catch new fish, but it’s also a great way to create memories with your favorite fellow fishing friends.

The Different Types of Live Bait for Fishing

The Different Types of Live Bait for Fishing

The types of live bait available for fishing are numerous and can be divided into two basic categories. Live bait for fishing in freshwater and bait for fishing in saltwater. This introduction to the most common kinds of live bait will focus on freshwater fisheries.