Freshwater Guides
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Learn a new technique, try out our tips and tricks, master a new skill or understand specific fish behaviors and what you need to do to attract them all with our freshwater fishing guides.
Trout Fishing for Beginners: A to Z Trout Fishing Basics
Learning to fish for trout is one of those pastimes everyone should have the opportunity to experience. Trout are plentiful ...
Ultimate Bobber Fishing Guide! Fishing with Floats and Bobbers Explained
Call them bobbers; call them floats, either way, there’s something deeply satisfying about fishing with a bobber or float! The ...
Jug Fishing Guide: Jug Line Rigging, Tips, Techniques & More
One of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to catch catfish is the tried and true method of jug line ...
Chain Pickerel Guide: Locate, Catch & Cook
While they might not get the same level of attention as their larger pike and musky cousins, chain pickerel make ...
Arctic Char Fishing Guide: How to Catch, Clean & Cook
While it might not get the same level of attention as its more famous Salmon and Trout cousins, Arctic Char ...
Fish Spawning Explained: How Does it Affect Fishing?
You might have heard the term fish spawning before in relation to fish reproduction. Spawning simply refers to the period ...
Cane Pole Fishing Guide: Get Back to Basics With a Simple Cane Pole!
If you want to get back to basics, you’ll have a hard time beating the tried and true method of ...
Yellow Perch Fishing Tips: Locate, Catch & Cook
The humble yellow perch is one of the most prolific freshwater fish across North America. From experienced anglers to first-timers, ...
Bowfin Fishing Tips: Catch a Living Dinosaur!
Bowfin get a pretty bad rap. If you consider some of their local nicknames – mudfish, dogfish, mud pike, and ...
Northern Pike Fishing Tips: Tactics, Gear & Recipes
The mighty northern pike is one of the most desirable game fish for both experienced anglers and newbies. With their ...
Walleye Fishing Tips & Tactics: Locate, Catch, Cook!
Walleye are one of the most prized freshwater fish throughout North America. They’re sought after by both sport and recreational ...
To Have and to Hold: How to Hold and Handle a Bass
One of the most satisfying parts of landing a beautiful bass is snapping a nice photo to show off your ...