Freshwater Fishing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Snakehead Fish
Snakehead fish are not native to the US but are being found in some states. What problems can they cause and what can you do?
Snakehead fish are not native to the US but are being found in some states. What problems can they cause and what can you do?
Fishing Games
These fishing games vary a lot. Some are free, some cost you, some you can play online.
These fishing games vary a lot. Some are free, some cost you, some you can play online.
How To Rig The Best Bass Lures
Here are my picks of the best bass lures.
Here are my picks of the best bass lures.
Fileting Fish
How I clean fish, with step by step fish cleaning pictures
How I clean fish, with step by step fish cleaning pictures
Drop Shot Rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
How to tie a drop shot rig
Downrigger Presentations
When you should use downriggers and where downriggers will work for you
When you should use downriggers and where downriggers will work for you
Alligator Gar
Fact sheet on alligator gar
Fact sheet on alligator gar
Getting ready to cast baitcast
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
World Record Bass
The world record bass was caught near Jacksonville, GA. Here are some pictures of the signs there and info about the catch
The world record bass was caught near Jacksonville, GA. Here are some pictures of the signs there and info about the catch
Mel's Biggest Bass - So Far
Mel caught this nice bass on a spinnerbait and it is her first big bass.
Mel caught this nice bass on a spinnerbait and it is her first big bass.
Robbie "Katchaser" and Big Flathead
Robbie catches huge cats like these.
Robbie catches huge cats like these.
Put Line on Spinning Reels
A simple How to on spooling line on spinning reels
A simple How to on spooling line on spinning reels
What Line T o Buy
What fishing line to buy?
What fishing line to buy?
Carolina Rig
How to fish a carolins rig
How to fish a carolins rig
Crankbaits
How do you choose which crankbait to buy and which one to fish with?
How do you choose which crankbait to buy and which one to fish with?
Worm Rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
How to choose and fish different worm rigs
Fishing With Downriggers
How to set up downriggers for fishing and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
How to set up downriggers for fishing and what to use to be successful fishing with downriggers
Big Catfish
Robbie Robinson with some of the big catfish he catches.
Robbie Robinson with some of the big catfish he catches.
Bass Fishing With Worms
How to rig worms for bass fishing
How to rig worms for bass fishing
Make a Minnow Trap
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
Make a minnow trap to catch small fish for bait
Recipes for Fish
Recipes for cooking fish
Recipes for cooking fish
Double Fluke Rig
Sometimes a double Fluke rig will draw strikes with a single Fluke will not. Here is how to tie it with a sliding swivel.
Sometimes a double Fluke rig will draw strikes with a single Fluke will not. Here is how to tie it with a sliding swivel.
Bluegill Fish Facts
Bluegill are fun to catch and bite most every bait you can use.
Bluegill are fun to catch and bite most every bait you can use.
Catching Trout And Salmon
Captain Jim Hirt has a lot of experience catching salmon and trout on Lake Michigan. These articles will help you catch salmon and trout there and anywhere else you fish.
Captain Jim Hirt has a lot of experience catching salmon and trout on Lake Michigan. These articles will help you catch salmon and trout there and anywhere else you fish.
Cooking Fish
Here are four of my favorite ways to cook bass filets.
Here are four of my favorite ways to cook bass filets.
Tim Lincecum and Noah Lowry - San Francisco Giants Starting Pitchers - With Lake Conroe Fish
Tim Lincecum and Noah Lowry - San Francisco Giants Starting Pitchers - With Lake Conroe Fish
Tim Lincecum and Noah Lowry - San Francisco Giants Starting Pitchers - With Lake Conroe Fish
Fishing Pictures
Send in your fishing pictures to be posted here for all to see
Send in your fishing pictures to be posted here for all to see
Jig and Pig Fishing
A jig and pig is a great bait for big bass, especially in the winter
A jig and pig is a great bait for big bass, especially in the winter
Fishing Knots
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Learn to tie a good knot and don't lose fish.
Catching Schooling Bass
Jay Yelas gives tips on catching schooling bass
Jay Yelas gives tips on catching schooling bass
Top Water Bass Fishing
How to catch bass on top, by Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach.
How to catch bass on top, by Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach.
Bottom Bouncer Rigging
Gary Parsons tells how to rig a bottom bouncer to catch more walleye
Gary Parsons tells how to rig a bottom bouncer to catch more walleye
Shallow Water Fishing
Skeet Reese tells how to catch shallow water bass
Skeet Reese tells how to catch shallow water bass
Leadcore Line
Captain Jim Hirt explains how to use leadcore line for fishing Lake Michigan
Captain Jim Hirt explains how to use leadcore line for fishing Lake Michigan
Bait Casting Reels
Baitcasting reels have good, bad and ugly characteristics
Baitcasting reels have good, bad and ugly characteristics
Braided Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Braided fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Braided fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Fishing A Jig and Pig
Fishing a jig and pig is a good way to catch big bass.
Fishing a jig and pig is a good way to catch big bass.
Bluegill Weighing Over A Pound
This is the same bluegill on my digital scales - they may have been zeroed just over a pound, but even so the fish weighed right at a pound.
This is the same bluegill on my digital scales - they may have been zeroed just over a pound, but even so the fish weighed right at a pound.
Bass Fishing at Night
Joe Haubenreich with Secret Weapon Lures gives detailed info on catching bass at night.
Joe Haubenreich with Secret Weapon Lures gives detailed info on catching bass at night.
Flathead Catfish Information
Fact sheet on flathead catfish, including world record size.
Fact sheet on flathead catfish, including world record size.
Home Made Banjo Minnow
Making your own fishing lures can be fun. You can imitate commercial ones or come up with something new.
Making your own fishing lures can be fun. You can imitate commercial ones or come up with something new.
Carolina Rig a Worm
A simple How to on Carolina rigging a worm
A simple How to on Carolina rigging a worm
Bowfin
Bowfin are mean and ugly, and they will tear up your tackle
Bowfin are mean and ugly, and they will tear up your tackle
Bait Casting Reels
Bait casting reels are excellent for many kinds of fishing and come in a wide variety of prices. Some are high quality but a reasonable price and some are very expensive. Many lower priced models will serve most fishing needs.
Bait casting reels are excellent for many kinds of fishing and come in a wide variety of prices. Some are high quality but a reasonable price and some are very expensive. Many lower priced models will serve most fishing needs.
How To Sharpen Fishing Hooks
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
How to sharpen fishing hooks, with pictures
Fish Fact Sheet Information
Information about different kinds of fish species are contained in these fish fact sheets, including record weight, where they live and spawn and other information.
Information about different kinds of fish species are contained in these fish fact sheets, including record weight, where they live and spawn and other information.
Where When and How To Fish a Drop Shot Rig
Some ideas on fishing the drop shot rig that work for me.
Some ideas on fishing the drop shot rig that work for me.
Building A Fly Tying Bench
Fritz made his own fly tying bench for a whole lot less than buying one would have cost, and he got the satisfaction of making it himself.
Fritz made his own fly tying bench for a whole lot less than buying one would have cost, and he got the satisfaction of making it himself.
Cat Ffishing
Its time to catch some catfish. Here is how to catch them and some good ways to cook them.
Its time to catch some catfish. Here is how to catch them and some good ways to cook them.
Spooling A Spinning Reel
Scott Suggs tells what kind of line to use on a spinning reel, how to spool it and how to remove line twist.
Scott Suggs tells what kind of line to use on a spinning reel, how to spool it and how to remove line twist.
Top 7 Tough Monofilament Fishing Lines
These tough mono lines will do the job for you if you are fishing cover and need abrasion resistance.
These tough mono lines will do the job for you if you are fishing cover and need abrasion resistance.
Spinning Reels for Fishing
Spinning reels are very popular and work better than other kinds of fishing reels for some kinds of fishing.
Spinning reels are very popular and work better than other kinds of fishing reels for some kinds of fishing.
Texas Rig a Worm
A simple How to on Texas rigging a worm
A simple How to on Texas rigging a worm
Lake Michigan Fishing
Captain Jim Hirt updates you on what the salmon and trout are hitting and where they are on Lake Michigan.
Captain Jim Hirt updates you on what the salmon and trout are hitting and where they are on Lake Michigan.
Bottom Line Fish Finder
Bottom Line gives the info for their Tournament 480 MAX
Bottom Line gives the info for their Tournament 480 MAX
Rod Repair - Freshwater Fishing
How to repair your fising rod, from your Mining Co Guide
How to repair your fising rod, from your Mining Co Guide
Rod and Reel Maintenance
Keeping your fishing equipment in condition to catch fish
Keeping your fishing equipment in condition to catch fish
Catfish and Bullheads
Catfish are plentiful, fun to catch and good to eat. All about different kinds of catfish and catfish records.
Catfish are plentiful, fun to catch and good to eat. All about different kinds of catfish and catfish records.
Trophy Lake Trout
Lures to use to catch trophy lake trout on Lake Michigan
Lures to use to catch trophy lake trout on Lake Michigan
Nice Bluegill From My Pond
I caught this bluegill in my pond
I caught this bluegill in my pond
Fry Fish
A simple How to on frying fish
A simple How to on frying fish
Line On A Spin Cast Reel
How to put line on a spin cast reel
How to put line on a spin cast reel
What Is A Jig Head Worm ?
Jig head worms are very popular for bass fishing but what are they?
Jig head worms are very popular for bass fishing but what are they?
Fishing Rod Guide Replacement
You can replace a broken or missing rod guide with a little effort
You can replace a broken or missing rod guide with a little effort
Ways To Rig A Jig Head Worm
Different ways to rig a worm on a jig head for jig head worm fishing
Different ways to rig a worm on a jig head for jig head worm fishing
Three Fishing Rigs You Should Know - Freshwater Fishing
Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach, explains Texas, Carolina and floating worm fishing rigs, from your Mining Co Guide
Roger Lee Brown, The Bass Coach, explains Texas, Carolina and floating worm fishing rigs, from your Mining Co Guide
Fishing For Gar
Gar look like they are holdovers from the time of dinosaurs. Gar are ugly but they fight good if you can hook them.
Gar look like they are holdovers from the time of dinosaurs. Gar are ugly but they fight good if you can hook them.
Fishing and Camping Checklist
Make a list so you will always have everything you need on your next fishing and camping trip.
Make a list so you will always have everything you need on your next fishing and camping trip.
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater drum are widespred in North America and fight hard but are not real good to eat.
Freshwater drum are widespred in North America and fight hard but are not real good to eat.
Crappie Fact Sheet
Basic information about black and white crappie
Basic information about black and white crappie
Best Hooks for Bass Fishing
What are the best hooks for bass fishing?
What are the best hooks for bass fishing?
Trolling Tactics
Trolling tips for fishing Lake Michigan
Trolling tips for fishing Lake Michigan
Fishing Line Twist Removal
Here are several ways to remove twists from your fishing line.
Here are several ways to remove twists from your fishing line.
Lake Conroe
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
What are the fish biting on Lake Conroe right now?
Chinook Salmon
The best time, lure and location for Lake Michigan trophy chinooks
The best time, lure and location for Lake Michigan trophy chinooks
Catching Crappie
Catching Clark Hill Crappie - Crappie fishing patterns that should work for you, too.
Catching Clark Hill Crappie - Crappie fishing patterns that should work for you, too.
Monofilament Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Monofilament fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Monofilament fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Shellcracker Facts
Shellcracker facts.
Shellcracker facts.
Spoon Spectrum Pike
Fishing for pike will improve if you select spoons based on a spectrum of sizes for your fishing
Fishing for pike will improve if you select spoons based on a spectrum of sizes for your fishing
Catching Pond Fish
Fishing ponds is a great way to catch fish
Fishing ponds is a great way to catch fish
Fish Feeding Schedules
Do fish feed on a schedule you can use to catch them? Here are some thoughts and ideas on that topic.
Do fish feed on a schedule you can use to catch them? Here are some thoughts and ideas on that topic.
Prepare Fish For Cooking
How to keep fish fresh and tasty from the fishing trip to the frying pan.
How to keep fish fresh and tasty from the fishing trip to the frying pan.
Fishing Spoons
Captain Jim Hirt tells how to choose speed, color and size of your fishing spoon on Lake Michigan
Captain Jim Hirt tells how to choose speed, color and size of your fishing spoon on Lake Michigan
85 Pound Flathead
An 85 pound flathead was caught on a bank hook in Georgia
An 85 pound flathead was caught on a bank hook in Georgia
Spool Line on Casting Reels
"A simple How to on putting line on casting reels
"A simple How to on putting line on casting reels
Suspended Bass
Lee McClellan explains how to catch suspended bass
Lee McClellan explains how to catch suspended bass
Braided Fishing Lines
Braided fishing line is tough and strong. These are some of the best ones to use.
Braided fishing line is tough and strong. These are some of the best ones to use.
Recipes, Cooking What You Catch - Freshwater Fishing - 09/08/97
How to cook your catch, some serious and some you might not want to try, from your About.com Guide
How to cook your catch, some serious and some you might not want to try, from your About.com Guide
Feeding Fish - Part 1
Watching fish feed should teach you ways to catch them.
Watching fish feed should teach you ways to catch them.
New Record Blue Cat
IGFA recognizes new world record blue cat
IGFA recognizes new world record blue cat
Trophy Brown Trout
How to catch Lake Michigan trophy brown trout
How to catch Lake Michigan trophy brown trout
Minn Kota Trolling Motor Review
Jack Gaither reviews the Minn Kota Model 812 Autopilot trolling motor
Jack Gaither reviews the Minn Kota Model 812 Autopilot trolling motor
How to Rig Your Boat for Trolling - Freshwater Fishing - 02/09/98
Trolling for crappie is a good way to catch them. Here is how to rig your boat, from your About.com Guide
Trolling for crappie is a good way to catch them. Here is how to rig your boat, from your About.com Guide
How to Replace A Rod Tip
Replacing the tip on a fishing rod is easy and inexpensive.
Replacing the tip on a fishing rod is easy and inexpensive.
Two Crappie and A Bluegill
I caught dinner in my pond - two crappie and a bluegill
I caught dinner in my pond - two crappie and a bluegill
Slinging Spinnerbaits
Spinnerbaits catch a lot of bass and are versitile fishing lures. Here is a variety of ways I like to fish them.
Spinnerbaits catch a lot of bass and are versitile fishing lures. Here is a variety of ways I like to fish them.
Why Use Red Fishing Line?
Use red fishing line when fishing Lake Michigan - here is why red fishing line is good.
Use red fishing line when fishing Lake Michigan - here is why red fishing line is good.
Fluorocarbon Fishing Lines - What You Need To Know
Fluorocarbon fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Fluorocarbon fishing lines are good but do not fit every fishing need.
Linda With Big Bluegill
This bluegill weighed over a pound. Linda caught it in my lower pond.
This bluegill weighed over a pound. Linda caught it in my lower pond.
Catching Shellcracker
Catching shellcracker bream is a lot of fun and they are good to eat, too.
Catching shellcracker bream is a lot of fun and they are good to eat, too.
Fishing Accidents
We all have those accidents while fishing we might want to forget.
We all have those accidents while fishing we might want to forget.
Male Bluegill In Full Mating Colors
This male bluegill is in full mating colors. You can see how muddy the pond water is behind it. The fish weighed just over a pound.
This male bluegill is in full mating colors. You can see how muddy the pond water is behind it. The fish weighed just over a pound.
Siphon A Fishing Pond
I needed to get the water level down in one of my small ponds so I could build a dock. Here is how I bult a siphon system out of PVC, with pictures.
I needed to get the water level down in one of my small ponds so I could build a dock. Here is how I bult a siphon system out of PVC, with pictures.
Fishing Line - Freshwater Fishing - 10/26/98
Fishing line, how to pick the right one for different fishing conditions, from your Mining Co Guide
Fishing line, how to pick the right one for different fishing conditions, from your Mining Co Guide
Bluegill Feeding On Floating Fish Food
You can see the rings from bluegill feeding on the floating fish food by my dock.
You can see the rings from bluegill feeding on the floating fish food by my dock.
Catching Big Pike
Paul Markle caught a record pike. He has some tips on catching the big ones.
Paul Markle caught a record pike. He has some tips on catching the big ones.
Catfish Fishing
How to catch, clean and eat catfish, and why it is fun
How to catch, clean and eat catfish, and why it is fun
Kayak Showing Rod Holders
This picture shows the rod holders in use on a beached fishing kayak.
This picture shows the rod holders in use on a beached fishing kayak.
Fishing Rod Review
I like an All Star rod I got last spring.
I like an All Star rod I got last spring.
The Fog - Northern Rednecks Give Fishing Advice
Fishing advice from fishermen that don't like you!
Fishing advice from fishermen that don't like you!
Crappie with Jig
This picture shows a 13 ounce crappie with a Hal Fly jig in its mouth.
This picture shows a 13 ounce crappie with a Hal Fly jig in its mouth.
How To Jig Spoons To Catch Fish In the Fall
Fall is a good time to jig a spoon to catch fish
Fall is a good time to jig a spoon to catch fish
Do These Lures Work?
Lots of lures are hyped on TV. Are they any good? Do they catch fish?
Lots of lures are hyped on TV. Are they any good? Do they catch fish?
Blueback Herring
Here are some facts about blueback herring and how they affect fishing in fresh water.
Here are some facts about blueback herring and how they affect fishing in fresh water.
Hobie Cat's Kayak Mirage Drive
Hobie Cat's Mirage Drive Allow You To Paddle A Kayak With Your Feet
Hobie Cat's Mirage Drive Allow You To Paddle A Kayak With Your Feet
Shad Baitfish Information
Information about shad, from the Alabama DNR
Information about shad, from the Alabama DNR
Big Head Carp Caught in Kentucky
I caught this 36 inch long big head carp in the Tennessee River in Kentucky.
I caught this 36 inch long big head carp in the Tennessee River in Kentucky.
Five Dollar Bluegill
This bluegill is beside a $5 bill to show its size.
This bluegill is beside a $5 bill to show its size.
Bobbers
Bob Jensen tells how to use bobbers to catch more fish.
Bob Jensen tells how to use bobbers to catch more fish.
Fishing Product Reviews
Fishing products reviews listed by category.
Fishing products reviews listed by category.
Fishing Reels- Freshwater Fishing
Fishing equipment, how to choose reels, from your About.com Fishing Guide
Fishing equipment, how to choose reels, from your About.com Fishing Guide
Things You Need for Fishing
Every fisherman needs these things in his fishing tackle box.
Every fisherman needs these things in his fishing tackle box.
135 Pound Santee Cooper Flathead
Tom Frederick from Wedgefild, South Carolina caught this huge flathead on a trotline. He estimated its weight at 135 LBS and it was 6 feet, 4 inches long.
Tom Frederick from Wedgefild, South Carolina caught this huge flathead on a trotline. He estimated its weight at 135 LBS and it was 6 feet, 4 inches long.
Tie an Improved Clinch Knot
A simple How to on tying an improved clinch knot
A simple How to on tying an improved clinch knot
Lyon Leads Everstart
More Everstart information
More Everstart information
Bass Pictures
Here are a varitey of pictures of bass from this spring.
Here are a varitey of pictures of bass from this spring.
Driving a Boat Safely
Learn to drive a boat safely and avoid accidents
Learn to drive a boat safely and avoid accidents
Jeff Froelich with Lunker New York Smallmouth
Jeff Froelich caught this 5 pounds 5 ounces lunker New York smallmouth
Jeff Froelich caught this 5 pounds 5 ounces lunker New York smallmouth
Red Piranha Information
Pictures and information about the red piranha
Pictures and information about the red piranha
Catching Catfish
Catfish have provided a lot of fishing fun, and some good eating
Catfish have provided a lot of fishing fun, and some good eating
Trick Worm
Learn to fish a floating worm for bass
Learn to fish a floating worm for bass
Rigging A Crappie Fishing Boat
Terry King shares his plan and method for modifying his boat for crappie fishing.
Terry King shares his plan and method for modifying his boat for crappie fishing.
54 Inch Mounted Muskie
Paul Markle sent this picture of his taxidermist holding a big muskie
Paul Markle sent this picture of his taxidermist holding a big muskie
Bass Fishing At Night
Night time is good for bass fishing.
Night time is good for bass fishing.
Fishing Line Confusion
Part 3 - Invisible and colors of fishing lines
Part 3 - Invisible and colors of fishing lines
Go Natural With Bucktails - Freshwater Fishing
Bucktail jigs are the way Jim Pope catches fish, from your About.com Guide
Bucktail jigs are the way Jim Pope catches fish, from your About.com Guide
Causes of Fish Kills in Ponds
Great info on fish kills in ponds, from the Alabama DNR
Great info on fish kills in ponds, from the Alabama DNR
How To Buy A Fishing Rod
Where to get a fishing rod.
Where to get a fishing rod.
Sedona Spinning Reel
The Sedona is an excellent reel at a reasonable price.
The Sedona is an excellent reel at a reasonable price.
Hybrid Striper White Bass Cross Shows Broken Line
This hybrid shows the broken line common to its species
This hybrid shows the broken line common to its species
Mono Vs Braid
Fritz has tried both lines and is tending toward mono fishing line
Fritz has tried both lines and is tending toward mono fishing line
Casting a Bait Casting Reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
You can learn to cast a bait casting reel
Bass With Deformed Spine
I caught this bass in my pond - it has the deformed spine seen by many fishermen
I caught this bass in my pond - it has the deformed spine seen by many fishermen
Top Bass Lakes in Georgia
Here is my list of the top ten big lakes in Georgia for bass.
Here is my list of the top ten big lakes in Georgia for bass.
Patrick Bauer with 50 Pound Plus Albacore
Patrick caught this big albacore in August
Patrick caught this big albacore in August
Crap Fishing
I have caught a lot of carp over the years while fishing for bass.
I have caught a lot of carp over the years while fishing for bass.
Jig and Pig with Zoom Curly Tail Trailer
This 3/16 ounce Rattleback jig has a Zoom curly tail trailer
This 3/16 ounce Rattleback jig has a Zoom curly tail trailer
Midday Salmon Methods
How to catch midday salmon on Lake Michigan
How to catch midday salmon on Lake Michigan
Oil It Up
Use a good oil on your fishing reel to keep it running smooth.
Use a good oil on your fishing reel to keep it running smooth.
Trolling for Muskie
Victor Beacham shares good info on catching muskie
Victor Beacham shares good info on catching muskie