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Early-season walleyes on the Rainy River – Video
Early season walleye action is finally humming on the Rainy River on the Minnesota/Ontario border. Here are some up-to-date conditions, as well as some go-to presentations and strategies for targeting spring walleyes in river systems.

Minnesota Pro Tip of the Week: Don’t sleep on the perch bite
On Mississippi River Pool No. 4, we have an excellent yellow perch bite every spring, and you don’t need a boat to access this bite.

Refine your river-fishing presentations
As we reach the end of March, the Missouri River in North Dakota and South Dakota begins to produce some of its best walleye action of the young season. The Missouri is special and unique

Looking ahead to spring: Trolling for muskies
If you’re persistent this early spring and put in the time you’ll connect with a muskie at some point. Be ready, have a plan, and remain calm – until the fish is netted and in


Brass and copper flies get deep to trout quickly
The designs of both flies are optimal for getting deep and getting there quickly.


Learning new waters: Oatka Creek confidence
Presentation is key, no matter what you are using.

Panfish rod options: What open-water rod to pick?
So many options out there, and so many will work just fine, but here is a rundown of the various “must-have” setups for open-water panfish.