Bluegill are perhaps the most common cohabitant of largemouth bass in their native range and in introduced waters around the world. For that reason alone, they make a fantastic live bait option that is exciting …
Ask any seasoned crappie angler what is the best bait for crappie, and ill bet my last dollar they’ll respond “minnows!”. It’s true, minnows are the top choice when it comes to crappie bait. But …
The winter is a tough time for fish and anglers. As temperatures decrease, fish metabolism slows down, and fish don’t have to eat as much. Fortunately for bluegill anglers, bluegill are incredibly adaptable and can …
Minnows are one of the most versatile baits, capable of catching everything from small panfish to giant catfish (and everything in between!) And while bait shops often sell live minnows, why not catch your own? …
Imagine this: You are excited for a fun day of fishing on the lake…but when you arrive at the bait shop there is a sign on the door that says “Sold out of minnows“. You …
PVC Crappie trees, sometimes also called crappie houses or crappie condos, are a great way to improve your fishing in virtually any body of water. Did you know that you can make your own and …
Old timers talk about ‘fishing the secret crappie hole‘…and ‘bait that crappie hole for the weekend‘…but is there any truth to this method? What is a crappie hole? And how do you find them and …
From backyard ponds stocked with bass and bluegill to decorative koi gardens, there is just something soothing about being near the water. However, sometimes our relaxing water retreats can smell a little fishy…and why is …
There are an estimated 55-60 million anglers in the United States that participate in the wonderful hobby of fishing. Whoa! That is more than the entire population of South Africa! In fact, all 50 states …
Koi are a common sight in ornamental ponds and lakes across the United States. In a few parts of the country, there are also populations of wild koi. They are large and active fish and …