For anyone thinking about trying bass fishing on their own for the first time, a real bass fishing beginner, the vast amount of gear and choices available can be confusing and intimidating. You know ...

Largemouth bass are the most popular game fish in America for one key reason: Accessibility. No matter where you live, there’s a strong possibility there are largemouths close by. Furthermore, you don ...

Choosing from the wide range of kayaks for beginners can feel overwhelming. It is easy to run over to the local sporting goods store or hop online to find the cheapest options. But the cheapest kayak ...

An expert guide breaks down the best fishing rod and reel setups for every environment, from mountain streams to the surf.

Start your ice fishing adventure without breaking the bank. Here’s how to gear up and catch fish for less. If you're new to ice fishing, the amount of specialized gear some anglers use can be daunting ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

Largemouth bass live nearly everywhere freshwater environments exist--49 of the 50 United States, with Alaska as the exception. They are aggressive feeders, fooled by a wide range of lures and ...

Fly fishing for bass isn’t always easy, and there are more effective ways to put a bunch of fish in the boat. But if there’s a more exciting way to catch bass, I haven’t found it yet. If you want to ...

When fly fishers reach out beyond their comfort zone and embrace saltwater fly fishing, there are numerous saltwater specific rods and reels from which to select. Fly rods are usually fast action, ...

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we’ve “gone fishin’.” Dennis Biswell, MOTHER EARTH NEWS staff member and lifelong outdoors enthusiast, joins us with rods and lures in tow to discuss ...