Shad are a type of herring many people regard as a baitfish because they work so well for catching trout, bass, and other species. Most types of shad live in saltwater but seek out places inland with freshwater or...
Freshwater Fishing
Rocco Smith
Can You Eat Koi Fish and is it Safe?
Nishikigoi fish, better known as koi, are a specific variety of Amur carp, distinguished by their color. You find them in water gardens or outdoor ponds. Koi are freshwater fish that live in ponds, marshes and rivers...
All the Different Species of Sturgeon You Can Catch
Anyone who loves fishing or even seafood knows about sturgeon fish. Many anglers have wrangled the species, and many more have enjoyed its luxurious caviar. You may not know that the sturgeon is a general name for...
Crappie Fishing Lures Every Angler Needs This Spring
Whenever spring is upon us, that means crappie will start to head into the warmer shallows and be intent on filling up after a slower winter season. Spring is the easiest time to catch crappie because of those two...
All of the Different Type of Carp Fish to Catch
The carp family includes several types of carp that aren’t as popular as bass or trout but can be delicious when prepared properly. Carp are bony freshwater fish native to Asia and Europe that now populate...
Top 15 Lakes to Fish in Minnesota
Minnesota is home to no shortage of fabulous fishing lakes. From small shallows and serene spots to lakes that span more than 200,000 acres, you’ll have no shortage of options to choose from when you visit the North...
Brian
The Greatest Hooks for Catfishing Success
As you prepare for your fishing trip, you need to know what gear you plan to bring. If you don’t find the best catfish hooks, you may run into problems and struggle to catch some catfish. After all, how do you find the...
Everything You Need to Know About Crappie: The Complete Angler’s Guide
Crappie are an abundant fish that reside in freshwater, mainly in North America. They typically live in still bodies of water like lakes or slow rivers. There are black crappie and white crappie that have slight...
Fun and Professional Fishing Guides for Lake Minnetonka
If you’re looking to wet a line and catch some fish, Lake Minnetonka is the place to be! This massive body of water is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, catfish, white bass, and crappie...
Rocco Smith
New Jersey Fishing Lakes Where You’re Guaranteed to Catch Fish
Are you looking for a great place to go fishing? If so, then you should check out the lakes in New Jersey. There are plenty of options available, and you can find a lake that is perfect for your needs. Whether you are a...
Fishing On Lake Erie: The Beginners Guide
If you’re wanting to research the perfect place to fish then there are few places better than Lake Erie. This large body of water spans multiple states and even has sides in both the US and Canada. Whether you are just...
The Ultimate Fishing Nets Every Fly Fisherman Needs to Have
Fly fishing is one of the most entertaining types of fishing. Whether you are wading in the water or fishing from a boat, nothing quite compares to the thrill of catching a wild fish after a great fly. Of course...
Early Spring Fishing Lures that are Perfect for Walleye
If you’ve been itching to get out on the water for an early-season walleye catch, you’ll want to make sure you have the right set of lures. Springtime brings chilly waters, swift currents, and spawning...
Choosing the Right Inflatable Boat for Your Fishing Adventures
Inflatable fishing boats are not the traditional way of fishing. However, with the increasing stability of PVC technology and the increasing price of conventional fishing boats, inflatable fishing boats are becoming...
The Complete Angler’s Guide on Shoal Bass
Species Description A unique one of the Bass family, the Shoal Bass, usually an oversight due to the usual favorite trout, is mostly found in warmer waters typically known as bass waters if you know what you’re fishing...
Suwannee Bass: Identification and Fisherman’s Guide
Suwannee bass swims through the waterways of Florida and Georgia. It grows to be just under one foot long. At times, people can mistake this Suwannee bass for other common bass varieties. These include smallmouth bass...
All of the Most Common Types of Freshwater Fish to Catch
Game fishing is one of the most popular sports in America. With a multitude of options for anglers, the rivers, lakes, and ponds of the United States offer many different types of freshwater gamefish. Most people...
The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide on Canoes for Fishing
No matter how good your fishing gear is, having a canoe at your disposal can be an indispensable advantage and luxury. A canoe enables you to move silently through the water as well as fish in areas that would’ve been...
Best Fishing Lakes in California
Although California is on the ocean, many anglers in the state and visitors like to go after freshwater fish. Luckily, there are many excellent fishing lakes in California where anglers find large quantities of trout...
Best Fishing Lakes in Michigan
Michigan is a state known for its lakes, the Great Lakes that all Americans learn about in grade school. These lakes are a fishing haven for many, offering a variety of species and environments. The Great Lakes...
A Fisherman’s Guide to Yellow Bass
The yellow bass is often not as sought after as its relatives, the white or the striped bass in the same family due to its smaller size. But that does not stop anglers from catching and eating this common fish...
