Tips & Features
Dog days of summer … and fishing cold fronts
A slow and subtle approach can often entice these negative feeders during this time period.
Old-school bass fishing advice to catch ’em on top
Making the most of Topwater Tony’s tips.
Late-summer secret
When the streams cool of a little, reach for the dry flies.
Sandusky Bay remains a channel catfish mecca
Various catfish club members love to fish in tournaments here due to the high catches and trophy-size fish that are present. Fish pushing 20 pounds are entered in almost every contest, with winning six-fish stringers
Hand-tied harnesses for walleyes
Acting independently, two Lake Erie walleye anglers have figured out a game plan that mates the enticing wobble of a flutter spoon with the irresistible allure of a nightcrawler harness.
Vary your tactics for summer walleyes
Always keep an “Ace in the Hole” or two handy.
Carp: The Rodney Dangerfield of the Great Lakes
What’s the world’s No. 1 game fish? You guessed it, the carp. But in the United States this fish is considered a nuisance, trash, or junk fish. One of the fastest growing segments of fishing
Catching big northern pike in mid-summer
“Tackle” Terry Tuma suggests casting a spinner bait into weed flats. He’s also had success using a bobber system with a sucker minnow. And consider a live bait rig with a steel leader and trolling
Pro Tip of the Week: Fishing hot summer muskies
The best action is in the morning.
