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How To Safely Catch and Release
Catch and release is a terrific way to enjoy fishing without reducing local fish populations. There are, however, right and wrong ways to go about catch and release fishing. Get it wrong and the fish can die despite returning it to the water. Here are some tips on the...
Tips for Pier Fishing
Spring has officially sprung, which means that it's time to head outside and enjoy everything nature has to offer. While group activities may be off-limits for now, there are still plenty of activities you can enjoy on your or with your immediate family. Consider pier...
Things About Fishing that People Don’t Tell You
Fishing is among the most popular of participatory sports, a pastime that spans across all age groups. There are as many different perceptions of fishing as there are sets of hands that take up rod and reel, however. Some find it relaxing, others boring, while still...
Great Catches in North Carolina
Along with the chance to fish on the open sea, the southeastern coastal North Carolina has dozens of lakes and rivers located throughout the state where anglers regularly enjoy the sport of fishing. Whether hoping to wrangle a game fish or a catch to fry in the pan,...
Coolest Fishing Gadgets
Not unlike any other sportsman, the angler is always on the lookout for gear to add to their collection. Each year, new and improved lures, poles, reels and other gadgets make their way to the public. There are many types of innovative options that are of interest. ...
Best Times to Fish Throughout the Seasons
Fishing is one of the few outdoor hobbies that can be enjoyed almost all year round (with some dependence on geography of course). While you obviously have to alter the way that you dress and the gear that you use, you can enjoy the unparalleled relaxation of fishing...
A Beginners Guide to Surf Fishing
Many anglers enjoy surf fishing. This short blog will touch on what this unique activity is and suggestions regarding how enthusiasts can maximize their efforts. Surf Fishing Overview Surf fishing is the type of angling that enables adherents to fish from shorelines....
Fishing Knots you NEED to Know
Anglers become experts in many different aspects of fishing. Hours of reading go into researching the appropriate reels, line, rods, and presentations for catching bigger fish in greater numbers. Time gets swept away in ruminations over the dissection of a bit of...
How to Properly Cook Fish
Not all fish are created equal when it comes to cooking. Cold water fish often tend to be oilier than some leaner fish from warmer waters. Some fish have firm flesh while others have really delicate and flaky flesh. Depending on the species, fish can be sautéed,...
How To Get Your Kids Interested In Fishing
Fishing can be a relaxing and enjoyable activity the whole family can share. That said, stimulating a child's initial excitement might prove challenging. Fortunately, such an objective might be made easier by adhering to the following suggestions: Display Patience...