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Freshwater Fishing

Everything freshwater — bass, trout, walleye, catfish, crappie, and more. Lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams.

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How to Measure a Fish: Total Length, Fork Length, Standard Length and more

Learn the different ways to measure a fish — total length, fork length, standard length, girth, and more. Know which method your regulations require.

March 30, 2026

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Topwater Fishing: The Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about topwater fishing — lure types, retrieves, best conditions, and target species.

March 10, 2026

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Jig Fishing: Techniques, Tips, and Best Practices

Master jig fishing for bass, walleye, and more. Covers football jigs, flipping jigs, swim jigs, and finesse jigs.

March 8, 2026

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Fishing with Soft Plastics: Rigs, Baits, and Strategies

How to fish soft plastics effectively — worms, creature baits, swimbaits, and the best rigs for each.

March 6, 2026

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Crankbait Fishing: How to Choose and Fish Crankbaits

A complete guide to crankbait fishing — shallow, medium, and deep divers, color selection, and seasonal strategies.

March 4, 2026

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The Ned Rig: Why It Catches Everything

How to fish the Ned Rig — the finesse technique that works on virtually every freshwater species.

March 2, 2026

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Best Bass Fishing Techniques for Beginners

Learn the top bass fishing techniques that every beginner angler should know, from Texas rigging to crankbait retrieval.

March 1, 2026

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Drop Shot Fishing: Setup, Technique, and Tips

Master the drop shot rig for bass, walleye, and panfish. Covers rigging, bait selection, and presentation.

February 28, 2026

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Tube Bait Fishing for Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass

How to rig and fish tube baits — one of the most effective lures for bass in clear, rocky water.

February 26, 2026

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Jerkbait Fishing: Techniques for All Seasons

How to fish jerkbaits for bass, pike, musky, and more. Covers cadence, pauses, and seasonal adjustments.

February 24, 2026

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Live Bait Fishing: The Ultimate Guide

Everything about live bait fishing — minnows, worms, shrimp, crickets, and how to rig them for different species.

February 22, 2026

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Trolling: Techniques, Speed, and Gear Setup

How to troll effectively for walleye, striped bass, salmon, and more. Covers speed, depth, and lure selection.

February 20, 2026

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How to Identify Freshwater Fish Species

A complete guide to identifying common freshwater fish species including bass, trout, walleye, catfish, and panfish.

February 20, 2026

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Fishing with Bucktails: Jigs, Lures, and Techniques

How to fish bucktail jigs and lures for striped bass, musky, flounder, and other gamefish.

February 18, 2026

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Spinner Fishing: Inline Spinners and Spinnerbaits Explained

How to fish inline spinners and spinnerbaits for trout, bass, pike, and panfish in rivers and lakes.

February 14, 2026

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PowerBait Fishing: Tips for Stocked Trout and More

How to rig and fish PowerBait for trout in stocked lakes and ponds. Covers colors, rigs, and best practices.

February 12, 2026

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Seasonal Fishing Tips: How to Catch More Fish Year-Round

Discover the best fishing strategies for every season — spring, summer, fall, and winter — to maximize your time on the water.

February 10, 2026

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Night Fishing: Tips, Safety, and Best Species to Target

A complete guide to night fishing — what species to target, gear setup, safety tips, and techniques that work after dark.

February 6, 2026

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Jigging: Vertical Jigging, Blade Baits, and Jigging Spoons

How to jig effectively for walleye, crappie, bass, and more. Covers vertical jigging, blade baits, and jigging spoons.

February 4, 2026

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Spoon Fishing: Casting, Trolling, and Jigging with Spoons

How to fish spoons for pike, trout, redfish, and more. Covers casting spoons, trolling spoons, and jigging spoons.

February 2, 2026

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Bottom Fishing: Rigs, Baits, and Techniques

How to bottom fish for catfish, flounder, snapper, and other bottom-dwelling species. Covers rigs and bait selection.

January 31, 2026

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Spider Rigging for Crappie: Setup and Techniques

How to spider rig for crappie — multiple rod setups, trolling speed, jig selection, and finding schools.

January 29, 2026

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Fishing Tournament Tips: How to Compete and Win

Essential tips for fishing tournament success, from pre-fishing strategies to weigh-in day preparation and live well management.

January 28, 2026

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Drift Fishing: Techniques for Rivers, Bays, and Open Water

How to drift fish effectively for flounder, walleye, and other species. Covers drift socks, rigs, and bait presentation.

January 25, 2026

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Top 10 Fishing Knots Every Angler Should Know

Master these essential fishing knots for tying hooks, lures, leaders, and line-to-line connections. Step-by-step instructions included.

January 5, 2026