Fishing

  • How to Fish


    • There really are better times to fish. And they’re affected by sunlight, warming trends, water depth, storm and weather patterns, wind and tidal flows, topography, geography and season differences.
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    • When a fish feels the hook, it struggles to get free. This might involve jumping, making a long run, swimming back against the line or swimming around obstacles.
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    • Netting, gaffing, landing, beaching and unhooking; there are a number of ways to bring in that fish.
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    • Everything you need to get started on cleaning, storing and eating your fish.
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    • Enjoy the fruits of your labor. Or more accurately, the fish of your labor.

  • Related Links


    • If your bait isn’t natural, it’s a lure, and lures have some really great names: poppers, spinners, jigs, blades, plugs and spoons.
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    • If you want to catch a lot of fish—and isn’t that what it’s all about—you have to learn to tie good knots. They’re everywhere.
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    • Learn more about how you can help protect the places we all love to fish.
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    • A day on the water is a great way learn new skills, have fun and connect with the people who matter most.