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7 Top-of-the-Line Fishing Rods Worthy Of Every Angler’s Dreams

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Sunrise over the marsh with man holding a fly rod and reel

Let’s face it: We all have that wish list, dream list, or bucket list piece of gear that we drool over but never seem to pull the trigger on. For anglers, many of us dream about top-of-the-line fishing rods, with their advanced materials and smooth hardware. Even if it feels like a pipe dream, it […]

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7 Most Beautiful Fly Fishing Destinations In the World

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fly fishing in a tropical atoll

There are a lot of beautiful places to cast in the Unites States–but there’s also a whole world of beautiful rivers out there for fly anglers. Those willing to travel beyond the United States can witness some truly breathtaking scenery. Why not take that passion for fly fishing a step further and visit some of […]

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California Has Temporarily Banned Salmon Fishing — Here’s Where to Go Instead

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Bad news for salmon anglers hoping to catch some Chinook in California this year: The golden state’s salmon season, which would have opened on April 1, is closed and will remain closed through May 15, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. This decision comes after the West coast region’s Chinook salmon population […]

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Angler Hooks Chunky Monster Hybrid Panfish In Small Farm Pond


Ty PigPatrol panfish

Is there anything better than a ridiculously large panfish? We did not think so. Almost all anglers love seeing a true giant because they are so few and far between. One of our favorite fishing YouTubers, Ty PigPatrol, made a point to target some of the largest bluegills and sunfish we have ever seen–including this […]

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Man Attempts Drone Fishing, Only to Lose Drone to Fish

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bass fish pulls drone into water

Drones may be best known for amazing aerial shots of the landscape, but it didn’t take long for anglers to come up with a more creative use for the remote-controlled fliers: drone fishing. This practice involves tying a hook and a line to a drone and flying it out over the water to reach those tough-to-fish […]

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How to Fish Topwater Baits


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There’s nothing more exhilarating in bass fishing than a topwater blowup. The strikes are often vicious and unpredictable, so fishing with topwater lures is a favorite way to catch a bass for most anglers. Catching fish on topwaters is fun but also one of the best ways to catch numbers of fish with the chance […]

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Colorado’s Record Fish Make Most Anglers Into Small-Fry


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The Centennial State is known for Rocky Mountain National Park, high-quality big game hunting, western American culture, and excellent fishing opportunities. Countless tourists visit every year to access Colorado’s waters whether it’s for fly fishing, boating, rafting, or casting a spin rod. In Colorado, record fish abound, and there’s fun to be had just about […]

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Angler Lands Ridiculously Fat Largemouth Bass Under a Dock


Fat Largemouth Bass

The largemouth bass has long had a reputation for being aggressive, and plenty of anglers will agree this fish sometimes has a mouth that is bigger than its stomach. However, it’s not often we get to see this trait in action. In today’s video, one of our favorite YouTubers, Ty PigPatrol, is fishing a dock […]

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Female Participation in Fishing Increased by 3.8 Million Since 2011


Female Participation in Fishing

More women than ever picked up a rod and reel in 2021, according to a study by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF). The study, done in collaboration with the Outdoor Foundation, said that women now make up 37 percent of all anglers in the United States. This is the highest number on record […]

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Fisherman Jigs Up Giant Bass in Highly Pressured Public Pond


Big Bass Public Pond

There’s a misconception with some anglers that big fish can only be caught from big waters. That’s the main reason many of the most popular bass waters in the world are also some of the largest lakes and streams. However, giant fish can be found just about anywhere, even smaller waters that are heavily fished […]

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