The mighty Mississippi River has many names, including The Big Muddy, Old Blue, Ol’ Man River, and The Great River, just to name a few. Along with many names, this 2,300-mile-long watershed provides some of the most exciting and challenging fishing opportunities in the United States. America’s most popular river passes through ten states, including Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Wisconsin,…
Fishing during the winter offers anglers unique experiences, unexpected rewards and often, challenges. Besides low temperatures, snow, sleet, and wind, even getting to a winter fishing location can be difficult. Try tying a knot or putting salmon eggs on a hook when it’s 10 degrees and windy outside. But the rewards can far outweigh the challenges of fishing during December,…
There’s something about lake trout that fascinates anglers. Whether it’s their voracious, sustained fighting ability, their size (ranging anywhere from 2 pounds to 100 pounds), or their availability throughout the year in lakes and rivers across the northern U.S. and Canada, anglers are clearly hooked on this fish. In fact, in his book Trout and Salmon of North America, author…
It’s hard to pass up all the benefits of being close to a major city like Sydney, Australia, while still being able to enjoy all the top fishing spots just a few minutes away. Sydney, or ‘Harbour City’ as it’s known, is surrounded by some fantastic fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels. You just need to know where…