The origins of fly fishing can be traced back to ancient times, with evidence suggesting that the practice of mimicking a fly on the water began in various civilizations such as ancient Greece or Rome. It wasn’t until 16th century England that rods were developed lon...
Sarasota, Florida may be better known for its top-tier saltwater fishing, but its freshwater fishing puts up a good fight. While it may not offer the same variety and abundance of fish, it can still provide a thrilling and enjoyable experience for anglers. Here are the top freshwater fishing spots i...
Texas has a wide range of fishing opportunities. Everything from largemouth bass to tarpon to rainbow trout can be caught across the Lone Star State. Captain Kevin McConnell has been fishing from one end of Texas to the other for more than 30 years. With decades of fishing experience as both a recre...
The yellow perch, commonly referred to as simply “perch”, is a freshwater perciform fish native to the midwest and northeast United States and much of Canada. Known for their vibrant green and gold coloration with black stripes, these fish are physically and genetically...
Nicknamed the “Sportsman’s Paradise,” Louisiana has over 77,000 miles of coastline and the largest manmade lake in the South. Fishing is an important part of Louisiana’s culture, especially when it comes to catching giant redfish.
Bass anglers across the country know Florida for one thing, BIG BASS! Countless bass fishing tournaments occur across the Sunshine State, meaning some lakes are heavily pressured, but other overlooked lakes are also worth hitting up.
There’s a reason so many other states are stocking Florida-stra...
Many professional bass fishing circuits visit Texas yearly, and for good reason. The familiar Texan saying, “everything is bigger in Texas,” is undeniable concerning bass fishing. However, not every lake in Texas is worth spending time fishing. We’ve rounded up several of the best bass fishing loca...
Summertime is the perfect time to go fishing in Florida! The weather is hot, but the fishing is still good. The summer months are generally considered to be June, July, and August. However, the exact dates can vary depending on where you are in Flo...
Recording America’s biggest fish is easier said than done. After all, most truly enormous fish are released before someone can grab a scale, or they dry out on the way. Also, plenty of people say they’ve hooked a monster back in their glory days, but whose to say what’s true?
Just...
Countless variables factor into knowing the best time to catch bass. We, as anglers, can control very few of them.
One that is within our control is when...
It’s been said that 90% of bass are caught in 10% of the waterway, meaning there are specific areas that hold many more fish than others in the same body of water.
Whether you’re...
Fly fishing for bass can be a very rewarding experience. If you're just starting out, don't worry, we'll walk you through the basics of how to fly fish for bass. You will need some specialized equipment, but it's not as complicated as it may seem at first. In this blog post, we'll discuss the best f...
Bass are a popular sport fish that can be found in many lakes and rivers across the country. There are two main types of bass- smallmouth and largemouth. Both of these fish can be caught using various techniques, but the most important part is using the right bait. In this blog post, we will discuss...
Do you know the difference between smallmouth bass and largemouth bass? If not, don't worry - you're not alone! These two types of bass are often confused for one another. In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about smallmouth and largemouth bass. We will cover their physica...
Fishing line is a crucial piece of gear that rarely gets thought about, but it is the lifeline between angler and fish. Anglers are connected to their bait—and hopefully a fish—by this line, which means making the right choice is literally make or break.
While there a...
If you want to catch bass, rivers are a great place to start. Rivers provide plenty of food for the voracious predators. Bass love to feast on smaller fish, so the abundance of baitfish in rivers makes them a prime spot for fishing. Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are all common river fish,...
My initial introduction to fishing came from my grandfather, who was an experienced angler. We fished for largemouth bass and sunfish from a set of concrete stairs on the bank of a pond on the family ranch. After a few trips of worms and bobbers, I slowly progressed to throwing s...
It’s no secret Austin’s blowing up in just about every way imaginable.
New skyscrapers seem to pop up every day, new sprawling condos replace restaurants and bars, and companies from Tesla to Google, Facebook, and Oracle have all set up shop....
The short answer is yes—fish have a sense of smell and taste. But, how sharp and how precise these senses are depend on the fish. For example, catfish have 150 or more folds in their nostrils, giving them a very accurate sense of smell, while largemouth bass only...
For 37 straight years, the Texas largemouth bass record was 13.5 pounds, but after the Florida largemouth bass was introduced in 1972, the record jumped all the way up to 18.18 pounds. Texas Parks and Wildlife has since established the Sharelunker Program, which cond...
Anglers who love to challenge themselves will thoroughly enjoy fishing slams. Fishing slams are pretty straightforward, catch a certain number of fish in a set amount of time, in theory, it’s just that easy. When it comes to the slams themselves there are official IGFA Slams and...
Professional bass fishing has been through a lot since Ray Scott started the first bass fishing organization, Bass Angler’s Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) back in 1967. From then on bass fishing has taken the world by storm shaping the fishing industry and supporting co...
The greater amberjack, also known as AJ, amberjack, and reef donkey is generally described as being brown to olive on their back with a large head and mouth. Amberjack have a distinct dark stripe that runs from their snout to their tail that wil...
These fish have gained an elevated level of popularity in Texas and have become part of the fishing culture. They are the perfect representation of the state with their large size and unique but beautiful appearance. Over time with their popularity, these fish have become integrated into the traditi...
Thankfully, it’s summertime. With summertime, means in comes the heat, and not just with fishing, but literally! If you’re booking a fishing trip in a Southern region like Galveston, Texas, Destin, Florida, or Orange Beach, Alabama, the heat will hit you!
Heat can get the best of all of us, and t...
