Gear
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MICHIGAN ANGLER HOOKS IN RARE GOLDEN SMALLMOUTH BASS
While it’s not unusual for anglers to boat a nice smallmouth bass in Michigan’s Huron River, the bass just recently caught by Michigan angler David Holston was not a normal catch. The angler from Dearborn was fishing with his sweetheart Ellyn Lamerato when he landed an unusual golden color phase smallmouth that was approximately the…
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ANGLER FINDS SCHOOL OF GIANT CRAPPIE
Anglers keep coming back to chase crappie year after year thanks to their appeal – they’re great fun to catch and eat, plus they are among the most stylish freshwater gamefish. A 2 pound or bigger crappie is a real trophy, as these fish are hard to come by, especially in clear water where they…
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Fishing for Trout in a Spring Creek? Here’s What You Need to Know
Fishing a spring creek can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s important to know what you’re doing before you hit the water. In this article, we’ll provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your time on the creek. We’ll start by talking about the different types of spring…
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WORLD RECORD: HEAVIEST LARGEMOUTH BASS EVER
You’ve felt the adventure of drawing in what you think about a “big slab,” however that still doesn’t come quite close to what one angler experienced around the world capturing today’s existing world record for the greatest largemouth bass. In fact, all the bass I have actually reeled in combined probably wouldn’t even add up…
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5 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR FLY CAST
Fly fishing is one of those hobbies that’s simple to but incredibly difficult to master. There are lots of people who get a rod, discover the standard casts, and stop their journey at simply being able to get a fly in the water. Which’s great, but a lot of anglers are losing out on the…
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Butterball Smallmouth Leaves Angler Shaking
We all know the feeling when we catch a butterball smallmouth that leaves you shaking with the adrenaline pumping. You know how it feels when that beautiful moment presents itself. Whether it was in the woods or on the water, we all have just a handful of moments where we thought, “This is it.” The…
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Different Types Of Fishing and Tips for Success
Fishing is one of the oldest activities humans have indulged in for thousands of years, and it has since evolved into many different styles and methods. From recreational fishing to commercial fishing, there are a variety of ways anglers can catch fish. If you’re wondering what types of fishing are out there and what sets…
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Little Girl Makes Find of the Century, You Won’t Believe What She Stumbled Upon!
What a find Molly, I’m sure you will never forget that one. A 5-inch-long Otodus megalodon tooth from a shark that lived millions of years ago was Molly Sampson’s favorite Christmas gift. According to Molly’s mother, Alicia Sampson, the 9-year-old Maryland girl and her older sister, Natalie, requested and received insulated waders and fossil sifters…
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Rainbows Are Out And Cutthroat Are In
In Buffalo Creek, on the northern edge of Yellowstone National Park, rainbows are out and cutthroat are in. In approving the Buffalo Creek Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Conservation Project, officials of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Custer Gallatin National Forest agreed to that. The country’s first national park is still one of its most…
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Gigantic Largemouth Reeled in At Lake Nacogdoches
On Monday afternoon, angler Jack York of Emory caught ShareLunker 634 Giant largemouth at Lake Nacogdoches, the first Legacy Class largemouth bass of the 2023 Toyota ShareLunker collection season. This is the second overall Legacy Class fish donated to the program this year. Nacogdoches has now produced a Legacy Class fish in three of the…
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Read A Fish Finder – Down Fly Adventures
The question of how to read a fish finder screen has been a bit of a challenge for several users over time. Do you have any questions about how to read a fish finder screen? It’s okay if you have this same question. We have compiled a list of the basics and primary tips behind…
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Bait Casting Reels Explained in Detail
One of the most important pieces of equipment you can use is a bait casting reel. Bait casting reels are extremely versatile and powerful, allowing for accurate casts and plenty of control when reeling in your catch. But what exactly are bait casting reels? In this blog post, we’ll explain what bait casting reels are,…
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Behemoth Bluefin Tuna Battle Goes Viral
Fish are usually measured in inches, and fish fights are measured in minutes, but for some anglers, battling a behemoth bluefin tuna measured in yards for hours is a blessing or a curse. As Troy Lancaster and his friends left Fisherman’s Wharf at noon on a Monday, they headed offshore to search for swordfish 70…
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Want to Catch Large Trout – Here’s What You Should Do
Catching large trout is a challenge that many anglers take on every year. It can be incredibly rewarding and exciting when a big one is finally reeled in, but it isn’t easy. To help you increase your chances of catching trophy-sized trout, we have compiled some tips from experienced anglers that should put you on…