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How to Catch Different Types of Fish

Expert advice on the best baits, locations and fishing techniques for catching bass, trout, panfish, catfish and other species of fish.

8 Fishing Knots to Know

Can you imagine going fishing without knowing how to tie an improved clinch knot? Or a double surgeon’s loop? Neither can we.

Name That Fish Quiz

Can you identify these popular freshwater ichthyoids?

25 Funny Fish Jokes

What do you get when you cross a fishing lure with a gym sock? Find out in our collection of hilarious fishing jokes.

Essential Fishing Gear to Get Started

Heading out to try fishing for the first time? Or maybe it has been awhile since you’ve gone fishing. Here’s a basic list of items to get you going.

How to Make a Minnow Trap

You’re ready for fishing. You’ve got everything … but bait. And no cash to buy any. Well, forget throwing money at minnows. Gather your own! It’s simple with this easy-to make trap.
Trick Casting With Tom Redington
Build a Homemade Fishing Rod Rack

How to Choose the Right Crankbait Colors When Bass Fishing

With hundreds of crankbait lure colors to choose from, picking the right color for bass fishing can be hard. Fishing pro Tom Redington has tips for choosing the right crankbait colors for various conditions.
A Bass Angler’s Tackle Box: Buzzbaits
How to Catch Different Types of Fish
Using Bread for Bait

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