Fishing by Scout Life - The Ultimate Kids Fishing Site

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.

Trick Casting With Tom Redington

After making millions of casts in a lifetime, fishing pros like Tom Redington can get pretty precise with their casts.

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 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.

Name That Fish Quiz

Can you identify these popular freshwater ichthyoids?

Where to Find Big Bass

Here are some of the top areas to search for big bass. Try a variety of these places, and you’ll hook up sooner and more consistently than by just randomly wandering about.
How to Properly Handle Fish
Fishing Gear Buying Guide

How to Catch a Smallmouth Bass?

Q. I have never caught a bass in my life, even though I’ve been fishing a lot. I really want to catch a smallmouth bass. What are you’re suggestions? Here’s the question: How do I catch a smallmouth bass?
New Fishing Spot? Do This First
How to Make the Most of a Rainy Day
Where to Find Fish in a River or Stream

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.
How to Make a Minnow Trap
How to Fish With Crankbaits
Best Bait or Lures to Use in Streams and Small Rivers

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