Bowfin get a pretty bad rap. If you consider some of their local nicknames – mudfish, dogfish, mud pike, and swamp trout – it’s no wonder.
They really don’t deserve all that bad press though. The fact is they’re robust fighters, will bite on a wide variety of baits and lures, and despite having a reputation for doing the opposite, they help to keep local game fish populations healthy. [Read more…] about Bowfin Fishing Tips:
Catch a Living Dinosaur!
Extracting a deeply embedded treble hook from a toothy critter can be a major pain in the rear. If you’ve ever had to reach inside the mouth of an angry Muskie or Bluefish, then you’ll know how essential a good fish hook remover can be. [Read more…] about Best Fish Hook Removers:
Safely Extract Hooks in an Instant!
If you’re like me, then clutter is in your bloodstream. Every new space I inhabit eventually gets filled with half-finished projects, knick-knacks, and gear of dubious usefulness. The same thing goes for my kayak.
A good kayak crate will allow you to organize all your fishing tackle in one easy to reach spot. [Read more…] about Best Kayak Crates for Anglers: Streamline your Fishing!
If you’ve ever had to retrieve a lure hooked deep inside a thrashing fish’s mouth – then you know how useful a good pair of fishing pliers can be. They truly are the workhorses of any fishing kit, allowing you to crimp barbs, cut through lines, cinch knots, retrieve deeply buried hooks plus much more. [Read more…] about Best Fishing Pliers:
Top Picks for Your Tackle Box
There is something magical about catching crabs. Dropping a trap in the salty ocean – then pulling it up with bated breath – in the hopes of scoring a pot full of delicious crustaceans is an addicting pursuit. If you’re looking to catch crabs, making sure you have the best crab traps for the job will take your game to the next level. [Read more…] about 5 Best Crab Traps:
Get More Crabs in Your Pot!
As anglers, we all like to tell tales about the fish we’ve caught – a good fish scale will enable you to back up your story with some hard evidence! While fish scales may not be the most important piece of fishing gear in your arsenal, they’re indispensable if you want to get an accurate weight measurement of your catch. [Read more…] about Best Fish Scales (Because Fishermen Like to Exaggerate!)
