BASS MELT – Down Fly Adventures

  BASS MELT This freshwater version of the tuna melt works well with any fish with an assertive flavor like white bass (my preference), striped bass, black bass, freshwater drum, or even catfish. Slowly cooking the fillets with olive oil then mashing and whipping them creates a fluffy, emulsified texture that’s perfect for incorporating into…

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Leader Emerges in Okeechobee Slugfest

Clewiston, Florida– The Tackle Warehouse Invitationals on Lake Okeechobee kicked off Power-Pole Stop 1 Presented by Phoenix Boats with 15 pros weighing at least 20 pounds. A total of 28 pounds, 1 ounces weighed in for David Walker, who edged out Italian pro Jacopo Gallelli (26-11). Behind the top two, Jason Vance and Tai Au…

CATFISH PO-BOY – Down Fly Adventures

  CATFISH PO-BOY Catfish is the everyman fish, gracing waters across the country. It’s mild flavored and holds up well fried in hot grease, though it does seem like there is never enough. Po-boys are a great way to spread the goods to make sure there is plenty of this treat to go around. 2…

First-Timer’s Guide To Dock Fishing

For any amateur anglers out there, dock fishing is a great way to get into the sport and start having fun with it quickly. With the ability to take an afternoon off from work and relax, or spend a weekend outdoors armed with nothing but your rod and reel, dock fishing provides an opportunity for…

Record Breaking Smallmouth Gets Hooked

One of the largest smallmouth bass ever caught on Lake Erie was caught by father-son fishing duo Gregg and Grant Gallagher on November 7,2022. Having caught a 10.15-pound smallmouth from Lake Erie on Nov. 3, Gallagher’s name has been spread widely throughout the fishing world. Three days after the catch, Gregg was retrieving the trailer…

WHITE CRAPPIE VS. BLACK CRAPPIE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

White Crappie (Pomoxis annularis)   As you will see, the two species have different taxonomic names, but they are both categorized as part of the sunfish ancestral tree, as are rock bass and bluegill. White crappies are most quickly recognized by counting their dorsal spines, which vary from five to 6, and checking for patterns…

The Best Equipment for Perch

Equipment for perch is as basic as it gets. The fish battle fairly hard when connected, they do not usually grow very big, with the world record yellow perch coming in at just over 18 inches long and tipping the scales at a small 4 pounds. There’s definitely no requirement to chase them with any…

$10,000 Ice Fishing Derby Returns

Registration is underway for the 14th annual ice fishing derby on Walled Lake, with a top prize of $10,000 for catching a 40-inch pike tagged for the competition. The event, which takes place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 11, will also feature cash payouts ranging from $500 to $1,000, merchandise raffles, and door…

Seared Fish with Miso Butter

  Seared Fish with Miso Butter I was lucky enough to catch Mahi Mahi, aka dorado, with Kimi Werner on a recent trip to Hawaii. Mahi Mahi are nicknamed the rabbits of the ocean. Prep Time 15 minsCook Time 15 mins 4 6 to 8 oz. skinless Mahi Mahi filletsShichimi Togarashi substitute Mermaid’s Trident seasoning…

The Secret to Catching Massive Bass

Have you ever gone fishing with a buddy who’s caught more fish than you? Chances are, they were using a frog as bait. Frogs have long been considered one of the best types of bait for bass fishing due to their soft texture, natural scent, and size. In this post, we’ll look at why frogs…

Two 14lb Lunkers In One Day

On December 28, Dalton Smith and his friend Cole Logsdon decided to reveal in an epic day of fishing at O.H. Ivie Lake in central Texas. The last-minute trip came about after a previously planned Arkansas duck hunting trip had been canceled. During an interview, Smith revealed that the two had driven 15 hours straight…

Drone Fishing FAIL! – Down Fly Adventures

It’s clear that there are mixed feelings about the presence of drones, and they’re here to stay for now. With the rise in aerial shots being used in video production and offering stunning visuals, I am part of a growing population who recognize the potential it brings. Even though this technology can be misused, there…

RARE Creature Washes Ashore – Down Fly Adventures

A marine life researcher recently made a shocking discovery on a beach in Texas. Jace Tunnell of the University of Texas Marine Institute found a 4-foot-long sea creature on Mustang Island, according to a video posted to YouTube. On the YouTube page of the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve, Tunnell posted this video as part…