Fishing Tips

Spanning over 730 square miles, Lake Okeechobee—known simply as “The Big O”—is the largest freshwater lake in Florida and one of the most famous bass fisheries in the world. With endless expanses of hydrilla, lily pads, and re …

While Lake Okeechobee is famous for giant largemouth bass, it’s equally legendary for crappie — known locally as “speckled perch” or simply “specks.” Anglers from across the country travel to the Big O each winter …

Lake Okeechobee — “The Big O” — isn’t just another bass lake. It’s a living, breathing ecosystem the size of a small inland sea, with endless shallow grass flats, winding trails through cattails, and enough hidden …

Tennessee sits at the heart of the TVA river system—big current, big shad, and big bass. From grass-choked Chickamauga to the ledges of Kentucky Lake and the clear, highland jewels like Dale Hollow and Center Hill, the Volunteer State offers ye …

Florida is a bass angler’s paradise — from world-famous largemouth bass lakes like Okeechobee and Toho to the tropical canals holding exotic peacock bass in South Florida. With warm water year-round, diverse habitats, superior genetics, a …

Texas isn’t just big—it fishes big. Between East Texas grass lakes, Hill Country highland reservoirs, and the canyon-clear border waters of Amistad and Falcon, the Lone Star State offers year‑round opportunities for numbers and true giant …

The fall season can produce some of the absolutely best crappie fishing of the whole year. While spring might be what most people believe is prime time crappie fishing, the fall actually finds bigger groups of fish, very well-fed fish because of the …

Spinner fishing is one of the most effective techniques for targeting walleye, especially in big water like the Great Lakes. But what separates weekend anglers from tournament-winning pros? To find out, we tapped into the knowledge of three FLW Walle …

Who doesn’t love a gorgeous summer day on the water? While sunny skies and calm conditions are great for boaters, they can make fishing tough. In this article, we’ll break down 6 essential summer fishing tips to help you find more fish an …

Crankbaits are one of the most effective lures for catching bass, walleye, and other predatory fish. They mimic baitfish, diving and wobbling through the water to trigger aggressive strikes. However, to get the most out of a crankbait, you need to ri …

Every angler has experienced the frustration of broken gear—whether it's a busted rod tip, a guide ring cracked in a rod locker, or a reel seat that suddenly loosens mid-fight. While these problems can end a fishing trip early, the good news is …

When targeting Great Lakes steelhead, one of the most debated questions is: Fly fishing or spin fishing—which method is more effective? The short answer? It depends. Both techniques have their strengths, and understanding when and where to use …