Fishing Tips and Tricks

One of the most prized American game fish is the rainbow trout, and its very close cousin, the steelhead. These fish are natives of Asia, the Pacific coastal area of North America, and the tributary rivers that empty into the Pacific Ocean. Steelhead are the same species of fish as

When I tell people I love ice fishing, they assume I am from Wisconsin, Michigan, or Canada, and are surprised all the times I went out on the ice; it was on top of lakes in New England. Like all hunting, ice fishing requires patients, but unlike deer or duck

Bluegill fish are among the easiest fish in the world to catch. Even a beginner with virtually no skill can hook a bluegill. That said, this article will help improve your chances of hooking a bluegill. This freshwater fish is a native of the Great Lakes, the Mississippi, and the

The perch is one of the most common fish in North America. It’s relatively small, usually only reaching a length of 15 inches and a weight of just over 2 pounds, but it’s very delicious and is a favorite in many restaurants. This freshwater fish is most likely to be

Muskie are some of the largest and most elusive freshwater fish. They’re sort of legendary in that many fishermen want to catch muskie, but few seem to actually do it. This freshwater fish is native to North America, and is most common in the areas of the Great Lakes, the

Tips for Catching Lake Trout Lake trout is one of the largest freshwater char, or cold freshwater fish. Lake trout is most often fished for sport, and in many areas of the world, has been overfished, so check your local area for any fishing limits. This fish is quite delicious

Salmon is the all-encompassing name for several varieties of fish that are freshwater fish, saltwater fish, or fish that spend part of their lives in one habitat and part of their lives in the other. Salmon is one of the most-desired restaurant fish, and they are most commonly found in

Carp Fishing Facts Carp are almost universally despised by environmentalists, ecologists, biologists, and aquatic life fanatics. Carp are invasive fish from the Black and Caspian Sea areas, and were introduced to almost every continent, sometimes accidentally, sometimes for farming purposes. Carp are disliked by so many because of their habit

Walleye fishing is a great pastime for many American and Canadian anglers. Though not quite as popular as carp or bass fishing, a large amount of people enjoy this type of fishing; especially considering the fact that walleye are only native to the Western Hemisphere. Mostly found in Canada, the

Need to Know About Black Bass Black bass are some of the most commonly fished species in the world – and they are especially popular in North America and Canada. There are several types of black bass, including smallmouth bass, spotted bass, Kentucky bass, redeye bass, and the most common

The Basics of Catfish Catfish are among the most common fish in the world. These freshwater fish are found on every continent except Antarctica, and there are approximately 3,000 species of catfish. They’re typically found in freshwater rivers and lakes, although they can also be found in coastal areas. The

Tips and Tricks for Trout Fishing Trout are a very special kind of fish that live almost exclusively in fresh (not salty) water. However, some species of trout, like the rainbow trout, can spend up to two years in saltwater and spend most of their lives in brackish water. Trout