From Alaska and the Pacific Northwest to Maine and New York in the Northeast, fishing for Salmon is one of the most challenging and rewarding angling activities in the U.S. Found in colder waters for most of the year, several salmon species are available and range in size from mammoth Chinook/King salmon—which can reach almost five feet in length and…
As we’ve written in the past, salmon is the second-most popular seafood, behind shrimp, in the U.S. Its popularity is powered by three factors: Fishing for salmon is on most anglers’ bucket lists for the above reasons and more. Whether it’s fishing an icy, remote river in Alaska, on a lake surrounded by mountains in the Pacific Northeast, or trophy…
Of all the fish in North American freshwater systems, the Northern Pike stands out as an apex predator. They are well-known ambush feeders, laying in the weeds or shadows of a lake, reservoir, or riverbank, waiting for prey to pass by before attacking. And they’ll eat almost anything, from smaller Northern Pike and baitfish to insects, small birds, snakes, and…
Fishing reels are like cars and trucks in many regards. You could have a specific model for every type of driving you do throughout the week, but most of us choose models that fit our needs on a daily basis. After all, how many of our homes feature three- and four-car garages? Yes, we can utilize the brutish off-road vehicle…
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…
For many of us, our introduction to fishing came at a lake, pond, or reservoir. We joined our families and dropped a hook baited with a worm, along with a bobber, and waited, and waited, and waited. Then it happened. We caught our first fish. And we were hooked. My passion for fishing began at Copake Lake in upstate New…
Seasons may change, but an angler’s desire to catch fish typically has little variance. If we have the time to devote to fish, the seasons really don’t matter. How we prepare for them, however, does, There are myriad factors involved once you make your decision to pack up and get after that striped bass, tuna, trophy rainbow trout, bluegill, or…
Just as the summer turns slowly to fall, many anglers’ thoughts shift to one of the top saltwater fish in the country: the striped bass. It’s become a rite of passage for anglers and their families to keep fishing well into the fall in search of striped bass, which is universally known for being choosy when it comes to bait…
Whether it’s accessing locations on the water not reachable by larger vessels, the ability to launch without needing a boat ramp, or simple economics, there are myriad reasons why fishing from a kayak continues to gain popularity. And let’s not forget that using a kayak is one of the only ways to get exercise while fishing. According to Statista Research,…
Just because the weather has turned cooler and the snow has begun to fall in some parts of the country doesn’t mean our fishing gear has to go into hibernation. In fact, for many hardy souls—especially in the Upper Midwest, Pennsylvania, New York, and beyond—the change in temperatures signals the start of the new season: the ice fishing season. Ice…
With 2,069 miles of coastline, it’s not difficult to find outstanding fishing destinations on the East Coast of the U.S., whether it’s inshore or deep sea saltwater fishing or fishing in lakes, ponds, and creeks. Add in some select areas for fly fishing, and the choices become even more appealing. It gets a little tricky however, when it comes to…