Spring flingin’ when everything is in transition
In north country, it’s time to focus on slab crappies.
Unlimited Outdoors by Tim Lesmeister
One of nation’s top cold-water fisheries lies in center of U.S.
March and April in Missouri offer an early ice-out soft-water angling destination for Minnesotans and other north country residents.
Taming the dreaded sportfishing ‘jinx’ factor
One minor slip-up while hitting the water can curse an entire day, unless – as the author learned – you bring along a secret weapon.
Crowds out-of-doors: It’s all about respect
The author wonders, after years of preaching the benefits of multi-use outdoors recreation (and everyone taking his advice), how our resources can handle the added pressure.
When thieves and robbers tell their secrets
Answers from criminals to a survey might influence your decision to carry a firearm for personal protection.
The best lessons are learned out-of-doors
From ice auger purchases to makeshift, icy livewells, what 2021 has taught the author.
Hallowed hunting grounds: A place where daily truths unfold
Some great lessons from deer hunting camp 2021.
When bears mistake tires for doughnuts
With bear populations expanding across the country, encounters with humans and their “tasty” equipment become more frequent.
Fishing debate: Who are the GOATs?
Can’t just pick one? The author has several categories where he recommends his picks for the top fishermen ever.
Checking out new gear at AGLOW 2021
A few top outdoor products that emerged from the recent Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writer’s Conference.
Finish the laker season in style with precision trolling
Keep your lures in 'the zone' when cruising for Lake Superior lake trout.
The 2021 ammunition quandary: This scribe could use more ammo
Plan now for you fall hunting needs, because ammo again has been in short supply on many gun shop shelves.
The evidence points to Alaska
I was standing up to my ankles in water so clear it looked like a window into the bottom of the lake. Tiny trout fry were schooled up and swimming past the toe of my wading boot and a bug…
The song that went viral before the Internet even existed
Think back to those nostalgic days of the mid-1980s: “Trolling, trolling, trolling … walleye!"
The underwater camera: not just for ice anglers anymore
Deploy these ever-improving devices to quickly skip a step with your fishing electronics.
The pocket knife: A necessary tool for everyday living
Modern security concerns aside, having an all-American pocket knife readily available is the sign of a handy man.
With modern kayaking, new innovations just keep coming
Testing inflatable kayaks in Florida, the author believes the popular watercraft have entered a whole new realm in 2021.
Some legacies will never be forgotten
Remembering some of the incredible early days of the angling tournament scene and a conversation with Ron Lindner.
Remembering the amazing insight and vision of Ron Lindner
Human catalysts among us, like the recently deceased co-founder of In-Fisherman, have changed the world of outdoor recreation.
Better, modern protection from the sun – and better fishing
For years, anglers applied sunscreen, then stressed about its odors contaminating lures. Modern apparel eliminates those issues and protects your skin.
Tips for maximizing first-ice success
Use all the tools at your disposal, locate new hot-spots, and above all, be on the ice.
The great angling bite of fall
Timing is everything, so get out early … or late, depending on which species you’re pursuing in the autumn.
Everyone loves them some all-American smallmouth bass
The best thing about smallmouth bass? Everything works: crankbaits, jigging spoons, plastic worms, twister tails, spinnerbaits, even slip-bobbers and hair jigs.
Addicted to the fun of underwater-camera viewing
Employing an underwater camera will make your angling more efficient in your quest to decipher what’s happening underneath the surface.
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