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The Berkley Drip Minnow: Ultra-realistic design with an anatomically correct core and HD Tru Color finishes.

Berkley PowerBait Drip Minnow: The Ultimate Finesse Bass Fishing Soft Plastic

Discover the Berkley PowerBait Drip Minnow—designed for ultra-realistic finesse fishing. It’s a must-have for anglers fishing with or without forward facing sonar.

Bass Fishing

Is Fishing Mostly Luck? Top Tips to Improve Your Angling Success

Can You Ice Fish for Bass? Best Winter Locations, Gear & Tips

Put All the Odds in Your Favor for Bass Fishing Success: Could Karma Help?

Baitcast vs. Spinning Reels: Choosing the Best Reel for Bass Fishing

Finally, A Rational Discussion About Forward Facing Sonar: Two Pro Bass Anglers Sharing the Facts

Breaking: YouTube Angler and Bassmaster Elite Pro, Ben Milliken, Arrested for Fishing Related Fraud

2025 Bassmaster Kayak Series: Premier Kayak Bass Fishing Destinations and Fierce Competition

Transform Your Kayak Bass Fishing: DIY Install Humminbird Helix 10 on Old Town Bigwater

Humminbird Unveils MEGA Live 2 and XPLORE Fish Finders: A Great Day For Fishing Technology

Fly Fishing

The beauty of fly fishing isn't always about the fish.

Fly Fishing for Mental Health: Finding Peace on the Water

Coaching him to a big fish.

Learn to Fly Fish: 5 Important Tips for the Beginner Angler

Drifting between the red salmon.

Understanding the Different Fly Rod Grips Can Improve Your Casting

A big Alaskan brown bear is part of the adventure on a fish and float trip in Alaska

Experience an Epic Adventure of Fly Fishing, Bear Viewing, and Rafting in Alaska - Part 2

Gear Reviews

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Hooked

An Inexpensive 50mm Lens: A Fly Fishing Photographer's Best Friend

Hooked in the rain

Inexpensive Holiday Gifts for Fly Fishing That Give Big Returns

My Malone MicroSport XT Trailer is now fully assembled and ready for the road. They delivered the best kayak trailer right to my door and assembly was surprisingly easy.

The Best Kayak Trailer Shipped To Your Door: Malone MicroSport XT Trailer Review

A 5/6 Weight Ross Evolution Fly Reel in Matte Olive

Ross Evolution FS Fly Reel | American Made Performance and Good Looks

In 1981, Daiwa introduced its innovative Magforce reel, a fishing tool that promised to eliminate backlash. But how does it hold up against modern reels like the Shimano Curado DC?

1981 Daiwa Magforce Reel: Vintage Nostalgia or Better Than Modern Fishing Reels?

The Crush City Mooch Minnow bass fishing lure is finally available to patient bass anglers everywhere.

The Most Winning Bass Lure in Professional Fishing Is Finally Here: Crush City Mooch Minnow

Blane Chocklett, the designer of the TFO BC Big Fly fly rod with one of his Game Changer streamers.

TFO BC Big Fly Rod Review: More Than Just a Musky Rod

These are musky fishing gifts picked for real anglers, by a real angler...me.

Top 10 Musky Fishing Gifts under $500 for 2024

Destinations

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Fish and Float Alaska. One of the most amazing fly fishing trips you will ever experience.

The Fly Fishing Trip of a Lifetime-An Ultimate Alaska Adventure

Fly fishing the waters of Charleston, SC includes taking in the famous Lowcountry sunsets.

Redfish and Oysters on the Half Shell: Fly Fishing and Feasting in Charleston, SC

There was great live music and amazing auction items, but a dazzling array of the area's finest oysters couldn't help but steal the show.

“Shellabration” Raises $50,000 for Charleston’s Oyster Habitat Restoration

Ready to go.

Yeti Crossroads Luggage: Tough Enough for Any Fishing Adventure

Squeeze and slurp.

A Holiday Celebration of Lowcountry Culture, Oysters, and Coastal Conservation

An armful of striped bass.

Epic Striped Bass on the Fly: Fishing the Squid Run

Completely unbothered and unhurried by me and my camera.

The Day I Met the White Bear: A Grizzly Encounter in Alaska

A colorful Montana brown trout.

Fly Fishing Destinations: Forget About "Yellowstone"- Find an Authentic Montana in a Small Town

Freshwater

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Tashina Dunham holds a rainbow trout she caught through the ice on a reclaimed lake managed exclusively for trout.

Ice Fishing for Stocked Trout: Expert Tips for Winter Success

Grabbing a toothy northern pike from beneath the ice—an exciting moment for any tip-up angler!

Best Tip-Up Fishing for Northern Pike This Winter

A freshly caught walleye glows in the light of the setting sun during early ice season.

Early Ice Walleye Fishing: Top Locations and Proven Techniques

A close call on thin ice—this view highlights the importance of early ice caution and preparedness.

Staying on Top: Early Ice Fishing Safety and Tips

Top 10 Fishing Gifts for Kids for 2024–from practical must-haves to unique specialty finds your fishing kids will love.

Top 10 Fishing Gifts for Kids for 2024

Top 10 Walleye Fishing Gifts for 2024 The best fishing gift ideas for every walleye angler on your list (including yourself).

Top 10 Walleye Fishing Gifts for 2024

Top 10 Bass Fishing Gifts Under $200 for 2024. The best fishing gift ideas for every bass angler on your list (including yourself).

Top 10 Bass Fishing Gifts Under $200 for 2024

The Top 10 Bass Fishing Gifts as recommended by a real bass fisherman.

Top 10 Bass Fishing Gifts Under $50 for 2024

Saltwater

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Trophy angler Craig Williams celebrates his IGFA World Record Blue Bastard along the Australian coast.

World Record Blue Bastard Caught! Does Craig Williams Hold the Coolest Title in Fishing?

This first-ever IGFA Walker’s Cay Shootout is set to become a cornerstone event in the sportfishing calendar, celebrating the heritage of Walker’s Cay while shaping the future of sustainable recreational angling.

IGFA and Walker's Cay Announce 2025 IGFA Walker's Cay Shootout

Putting it right where they are.

St. Croix Fishing Rods Make for a Great Gift: One-Piece or Travel Rod - How To Decide

Alexandra Spring celebrates her record-breaking Atlantic halibut with Captain Ian Leonard and fiancé CJ Peppe, showcasing the 33-pound, 14-ounce catch that made fishing history off Cape Cod.

An Epic Accidental Catch: Alexandra Spring’s World Record Atlantic Halibut from Cape Cod

The pending world record yellowfin tuna caught by Earl Gill (Center) weighing in at 443 pounds.

An Angler Catches a Monster Tuna and Potential World Record at 443 Pounds

9 Best Exercises to Prevent the Most Common Fishing Related Injury

A Giant Trevally on the business end of the angler's topwater lure.

Fishing For Giant Trevally and Bird-Eating Catfish: Topwater Targets You Won't Believe

World record tautog (blackfish) caught by Sam Alsop.

World Record Tautog on a Fly Rod. An Unexpected Catch Turns Into a Fish of a Lifetime.

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Like gems in the water.

Best Trout Flies When You Don’t Know What the Fish Are Feeding On

A smallmouth bass caught with a popper on the Greenbrier River in WV.

The Top 6 Flies for Smallmouth Bass That Will Catch More Fish

Crush City's Dan Quinn explains the science behind the Freeloader’s straight tail innovation.

The Best Selling Bass Lure in the World: Crush City Freeloader

I thought that Pantone Color of the Year 2025 Mocha Mousse looked familiar.

Pantone Color of the Year 2025: Mocha Mousse or Zoom Pumpkin?

Durable and lightweight, SPY+ sunglasses protect your eyes while keeping your style game strong.

SPY+ Polarized Fishing Sunglasses Review: Stylish, Comfortable, ANSI-Certified Safety Gear for Anglers

The Kissimmee Chain in Florida was the scene for some epic tournament bass fishing. Catch all the action on CBS this Sunday.

MLF Heavy Hitters Bass Tournament at Kissimmee Chain Airs on CBS: Watch Top Anglers Compete for $500,000

The Benchmade ReDoubt is a working knife that makes for a great stocking stuffer.

Stocking Stuffers for Fly Anglers - Small Gifts with Big Impact

Oversized, Lightweight, and Ready for Adventure, the Rugged Road 115 is the ultimate big cooler.

Ultimate Big Cooler Review: Oversized, Lightweight, and Ready for Adventure

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Fly fishing Alaska in the Fall is about as good as it gets.

Quality and High Performance Fly Fishing Apparel Gift Ideas

How can you choose what the best bass fishing lure colors are? Experience says one thing, but science says another.

The Science of Bass Fishing Doesn’t Add Up. Why Do Black and Blue Jigs Work So Well?

Discover how bass perceive their world differently from humans, and learn how understanding their senses can boost your fishing success.

Do Bass Think Like Humans? The Answer Holds the Secret to Catching More Bass

Almost There

Help Hurricane Helene Victims by Shopping Black Friday for Quality Outdoor Gear

Which bass fishing lure is the King of Kissimmee?

Which Bass Fishing Lure Is the King of Kissimmee? Secrets from Local Guides

The Trout Shop, Craig, MT

Top Fly Fishing Travel Gear: Simms Rod Vault & Backpack Review

Could the iKon VLX be the best bass boat? Like the Corvette, iKon's boats have earned a reputation for their aggressive, good looks and top-level performance at a price well under the competition.

A More Affordable Bass Boat That’s Even Faster: The New VLX20 from iKon

That wonderful feeling.

Best Fly Fishing Gifts for Beginners: Rod & Reel Combo + More

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Bad weather coming in.

Fishing Gear That Lasts: My 20-Year Journey to the Perfect Fishing Net

Innovative features like soft-ribbed hook slots and forward-facing legs make the Cleanup Craw a must-have bait.

Crush City Cleanup Craw Review: New Go-To for Fishing Without Forward Facing Sonar

The YETI Crossroads® 29” Wheeled Luggage—designed for durability and efficiency, perfect for adventure travel.

YETI Crossroads® Wheeled Luggage: The Best Rolling Suitcase for Adventure Fishing Travel

Trolling multiple lines can feel intimidating to the average angler, but the rewards are great, and a few simple tips make it easy to master.

Trolling Made Easy: How to Quickly Master Planer Board Fishing for Walleye

The top level pros seem to connect with giant bass on a more regular basis than the average angler, but just seeing those beasts gives us all hope.

Monster Bass of 2024: Biggest Catches from Top Pro Tournaments

The Toadfish EDC Pocket Knife with "sea glass" color scales.

Toadfish Comes Out With a Great EDC Pocket Knife in Time for Black Friday and the Holidays

The AFTCO Reaper Sweatshirt: Built to keep anglers warm and dry during cold-weather fishing trips.

1400+ Five-Star Reviews: Why the AFTCO Reaper Redefines Cold-Weather Fishing Gear

Crossing a creek in Alaska

How I Learned a Waterproof Backpack Is Essential for Fly Fishing

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I would never trade the journey, but I could have used a few tips before my first tournament.

6 Essential Tips for Your First Bass Tournament

This 7lb., 4oz. beast is the biggest largemouth bass I've seen in the state of Wisconsin. How is this not the best video footage I ever shot?

My Biggest Largemouth Bass Is My Worst Moment as a Content Creator, but a Good Story

Make artistic prints of your trophy catch.

A Traditional Japanese Fish Printing Kit - A Unique Gift for Fishermen

A bass boat crash scare caused me to look up the fact that at 60 mph, 100 yards goes by in just over 3 seconds. There's a fine line between speed and safety.

Bass Boat Crash Scare: My Mistake Could Save Your Life

Like any other competitive activity, staying in the moment can be your key to success.

Mastering Bass Tournament Strategy: Fish the Moment for Big Wins

Letting it run.

A Simple, Outside the Box Gift Idea Your Fly Angler Will Really Want

Fly fishing embraces the classics

Inexpensive, Durable, and Arguably the Most Influential Reel in Fly Fishing History.

Editor number four, Bryan Brasher (left), with the publication's third editor, James Hall.

Historic Changes at Bassmaster: Magazine Names New Editor

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FORLOH is a maker of high quality outdoor clothing for men, women, and kids. The Reversible Hi-Loft Merino Wool Jacket has a reversible design that allows you to switch between a durable, weather-resistant nylon face or a stylish woven wool face.

Black Friday Early Savings on Quality Outdoor Clothing Made in the USA.

This Salty Company’s Fishing Gear Will Surprise a Lot of Bass Anglers

This Salty Company’s Fishing Gear Will Surprise a Lot of Bass Anglers

Represent your team with the Abel MLB fly reel.

These Dodgers and Yankees Fly Reels are Just About Perfect

Big Bass, Small Waters: Shore fishing at local ponds can yield trophy-sized bass without a boat—proving that patience and the right lures can bring big rewards.

The Simple Way to Catch Bass in Ponds from Shore

Dreaming of your name in the record books? With new black bass categories, the IGFA is offering more ways to claim a world record bass.

Will You Catch the Next World Record Bass? New Bass Categories Open Doors for Anglers

Guide and fly fishing angler stalking the flats for Redfish

Fly Fishing Gear | Wearing Bajio Polarized Sunglasses for a Year Changed My Mind

This ePDL kayak open up a whole new world of fishing opportunities.

The Best Fishing Kayak Just Got Even Better: Old Town’s Sportsman BigWater ePDL+ Pedal Electric Kayak

Kifaru-The Rogan

Beat the Rush: The Best Fly Fishing Gifts to Buy Early

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Angler displaying a freshly caught walleye: With a potential shift to a four-walleye limit by 2026, Minnesota anglers could see changes in daily bag rules aimed at sustaining walleye populations.

Minnesota DNR Considering Lower Daily Walleye Limit. Resort Owners and Citizens Advisory Group Voice Concerns

Get big results without breaking the bank! This beautiful bass shows the power of a well-chosen rod and reel combo, proving you don’t need to spend over your budget to to find fishing success.

Choosing the Best Fishing Rod and Reel Combo: Maximize Your Catch and Save Money

The Abu Garcia IKE Signature Series rods and reels are designed to enhance Mike Iaconlli's unique and proven approach to bass fishing.

Fish Like a Pro: Mike Iaconelli’s New IKE Signature Series Rods and Reels by Abu Garcia

Drake's limited edition "NOCTA" fly wear collection. A collaboration that involves Nike and Abel reels.

From Hip-Hop to Fly Fishing: Drake’s Unexpected Passion Project With NOCTA, Nike and Abel Reels

If you can embrace the cold, you can enjoy some of the best bass fishing of the year.

Understanding Bass Behavior in Late Fall: Catch Your Biggest Largemouth Bass of the Year Now

Art Weston celebrates this absolutely massive Mille Lacs muskie, the pending, catch and release, world record.

World Record Muskie Caught on Lake Mille Lacs: A Legendary 57.5-Inch Catch

A good cast leads to fish on.

Fly Casting: From Beginner to Expert With This No-Nonsense Approach

What's the best shoe for pedaling a kayak? Check out this Merrell Water Shoe comparison and review.

The Best Water Shoes for Kayak Fishing