It is everywhere you look today – screens. Walking through the store I can count at least ten people staring into their phones and not paying attention to what they are doing. This new era of technology is having a big impact on children and not always in a good way. Consider how much time you spent in front of the TV and compare that to today’s average and I bet it is more than doubled. There is so much… Read More »
Fishing a Texas Rig is a great way to get your lure or bait into an area heavy with vegetation. We have all cast a plastic and reeled in weeds and sticks and maybe a few of you have brought a stump up. It’s very annoying and can really put a damper on your trip. Fortunately, there is the Texas Rig setup that virtually eliminates this frustration and it is very simple to do. No matter where you fish, it… Read More »
Trout fishing in rivers and streams can be a challenge but it is also one of the best ways to catch fish. Consider that streams and rivers are quite different from still water such as lakes, reservoirs, and ponds in terms of temperature and food supply. Water temperatures are typically cooler in rivers and streams with streams typically being very cold depending on the time of year. The reason for streams being colder is that they are typically fed from… Read More »
Spinning reels come in many varieties but they are not all created equal. I remember the first spinning reel I was given as a child. It was an old secondhand reel. Despite the age of this reel and the fact that it had been well-loved, it performed great. The moral of my little rant about how old I am is that all a reel must do is work. Many spinning reels today are made of good quality parts and their… Read More »
The Rainbow Trout: America’s Western Fish The Oncorhynchus mykiss, or simply known as the rainbow trout, is one of America’s most recognizable fish. With a vast distribution on the west side of the Continental Divide and a fighting spirit that is second to none, it is also a solidly top 5 North American game fish. Commonly stocked by fisheries and maintained by federal and local wildlife organizations for sport fishing purposes, this is a favorite catch amongst many anglers. Here… Read More »
Why Troll? Trolling a lake is a great way to get to the fish rather than wait for them to get to you. The tactic of trolling has been used commercially and recreationally for a long time and is probably the reason you are eating that salmon you bought at the store. Why is trolling used extensively? To put it simply, it works. Trolling is the art of using watercraft to take large sweeps of an area while dragging lures,… Read More »
What Is Modulus? Fishing rod modulus can be a little daunting to understand. What does modulus even mean? What are the benefits of higher modulus rods? We will break it down to simplify the topic and help you to understand what it all means. The term modulus just refers to the level of stiffness of a rod such as graphite. The higher the modulus is, the stiffer the material will be in terms of weight. As you climb the modulus… Read More »
When it comes to deciding what is the best line for trout fishing, you must consider the biology of trout. Trout have a great sense of perception and can detect line very well based on sight, making the color and diameter of the line you choose important. Trout also put up a fight in most cases, frequently jumping and jerking which can cause the line to snap due to their teeth. The rule of thumb that I have always followed… Read More »
Anyone who must trek to their fishing spot knows the struggle of packing their gear with them. With today’s innovations in fishing gear, we do not have to hassle as much with this problem, however. The best telescopic fishing rods collapse small and light for easy packing to any spot you are heading to. They stow well in your pack, truck, boat, or RV and can make carrying gear with you to your favorite spot a little easier. What are… Read More »