Take Me Fishing Blog

Summary of questions to ask when booking guided fishing trips to a new destination or when targeting a new species, what to know as you start planning

Fishing benefits everyone a little differently. Betha Cochran explains how fishing benefits her life as a woman and mother.

Five boat buying tips for new boaters that can save time, money, stress. Helpful tips that contribute to a smoother, easier experience when buying a new boat

Anglers enjoy fishing on Lake Erie in Ohio to target yellow perch and walleye as well as smallmouth bass, catfish, and steelhead from the banks and by boat. The open water, shorelines and tributaries have year-round fishing opportunities.

Female anglers are a fast-growing segment in the fishing industry and new research by the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation looks into why they start, what segments of women are participating, the mental and physical health benefits of fishing and where there is room for improvement in the industry to keep female anglers engaged.

Part of boat operation includes “parking,” that is, tying the boat to a dock. Here are several tips to consider when learning how to secure your boat between outings.
 

General overview of why a boater safety course online is an important step toward being a responsible boater, topics are covered in an online boating course
 

Fly fishing is a new skill to broaden your enjoyment of nature. These tips are aimed to help you start freshwater fly fishing, from the perspective of a female angler and guide.  

Summary of tips on how to fish from a boat successfully in a lake. Factors that contribute to boosting catch rates, proper boat positioning, boat etiquette
 

It is time to get boat ready for spring. One way to approach the process is to work the winterizing checklist in reverse. Here’s where to begin.
 

List of specific ways you can create awareness about World Water Day 2023 on March 22, the importance of groundwater, why sustainable development is important

Spring is the perfect time to clean and spruce up your tackle and prepare for the fishing season ahead. Planning a spring tackle tune-up with a checklist of things like rod repair, replacing line, cleaning your tackle box, and getting rid of broken gear will ensure you are ready to hit the water to enjoy fishing for new species.