Tips & Features
Incredible inchworms: Every trout living in forested streams wants one
Inchworms of various species are most active throughout the warmer months, but even without multitudes, inchworms are interesting to trout (and panfish).
Bump and grind those big muskies
The key is to know where these fish are hanging out and what is most apt to excite them.
Minnesota Pro Tip of the Week: Low-water tactics on the Mississippi River
There’s a decent panfish bite in the main lake, and main river, especially because of the low water conditions.
Summer crankbait trolling breakdown for walleye – video
The finer points of summertime crankbait trolling for walleyes, with key locations and situations for trolling, as well as down-and-dirty components and gear for both long-line and leadcore trolling systems.
Late-summer walleye tactics – video
Tactics and patterns that will help you put more walleyes in the boat during the late-summer period as water temperatures begin to take a turn toward fall.
Catch and release in warm waters – video
“Tackle” Terry Tuma talks about catch and release in warm waters like we are experiencing this summer. He suggests bringing the fish to the boat as quickly as possible and to bring them into a
Basin trolling logic for summertime
Catch walleyes, muskies, and more over open water .
Where in the weeds will we find walleyes?
Finding key locations within vegetation will determine your level of success.
