Fishing
Swimbaits for bass and walleyes – video
“Tackle” Terry Tuma suggests using a smaller bait when fishing in colder water and when there is a lot of fishing pressure. Use a larger swimbait when fish are more active.
New York Mixed Bag: DEC opens sponsored pheasant hunt host application process
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is currently accepting applications to host sponsored pheasant hunts, which are free, non-competitive events open to the public and organized by volunteer groups, clubs, individuals, or organizations.
Ask a fisheries biologist: Has anyone seen a northern hog sucker?
If you have paddled down a northern river and peered into the water to watch fish you have probably seen a hog sucker, but perhaps only once it moved. Hog suckers are one of the
Mike Raykovicz: A few summer fishing tips
Different features within waterbodies call for different tactics, so a full tackle box can come in handy at this time of year. (Photo courtesy of Mike Raykovicz)
Sawyer County land swap solves trespass issue within Wisconsin state forest
Under the title of “always get a survey before building,” the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the exchange of a small parcel of land within the Flambeau River State Forest in order to resolve
Illinois research looks at bass life in livewells
An important element of any bass fisherman’s tournament strategy has always been finding ways to keep fish alive.
Livewells are called livewells for a reason. University of Illinois Professor Cory Suski and former master’s
Metro Area Fishing Report – July 20, 2025 – video
The key word this week – adapt.
Work of a North Dakota game warden about more than just enforcing the law
For many, a career as a game warden might sound like a dream job. A life spent outdoors, checking fishing licenses and keeping hunters safe and catching poachers. For most the job goes far beyond
5 ways to retrieve a swimbait that triggers more walleyes – video
Learn when to use each retrieve, why they trigger bites, and which swimbaits and gear setups work best with each one.
