When hot weather and boat traffic scare off most pike fishermen, the author uses these tricks to catch more northerns than ...

Forward-facing sonar couldn’t crack them — but an old faithful lure and a hot tip from a local unlocked an 18-barra session ...

Trolling at night can produce great results to get big walleyes this late into the fall Big minnows for live bait and stick bait style crank baits, along with paddle tails are great for late October ...

Kayak fishing has seen a boon in popularity over the past few years. Less expensive than a conventional boat, these one-person fishing platforms allow anglers to make their way into the skinny water ...

There are ­several tips and strategies to improve your odds when heading offshore for a day of fishing, many of which start before you even leave the dock. The keys are to be prepared for a variety of ...

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Bent-butt rods help keep flat lines more parallel to the sea when trolling, while braided line's thin diameter reduces water resistance to fish deeper. George Poveromo One of my favorite offshore ...

When wave heights build to more than 4 feet, trolling in the waves’ troughs, versus straight up- or down-sea, will keep your spread working and looking its best, especially when pulling lures. If you ...

Pontoon boats serve as terrific multi-purpose vessels. However, a pontoon boat can make a great fishing boat for some circumstances due to its roominess and stability. Some pontoon boat builders build ...

Merrily we trolled along, enjoying the alpine scenery of Horsethief Reservoir and just enough of a breeze to combat the summer heat. “Who’s ready for a turn fish?” I called out as I angled the boat a ...