Every single one of us would love to have that abundant property that not only has a large garage, but a nice pole shed to store all of the toys we have acquired over time. Unfortunately, that is not reality for a lot of anglers/outdoor enthusiasts. Some people are fortunate to have a third stall
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Putting your boat away for the season? Here’s how to winterize it effectively:
by Garrett Aakre Winterizing your boat is not as hard as some may think. If you have the simple tools, correct fluids, and a little mechanical knowledge, it can all be done in less than 30 minutes! One thing to keep in mind is using the correct additives, cleaners, and safety protocols is crucial to
by Garrett Aakre Winterizing your boat is not as hard as some may think. If you have the simple tools, correct fluids, and a little mechanical knowledge, it can all be done in less than 30 minutes! One thing to keep in mind is using the correct additives, cleaners, and safety protocols is crucial to
My favorite year-round bait to throw in all conditions
by Garrett Aakre Every angler has what they consider to be their “confidence bait.” It’s the one you reach for after all else seems to fail in your arsenal. There are so many different techniques to target fish such as hard baits, soft baits, jigs, etc. and so many different people telling you what you
by Garrett Aakre Every angler has what they consider to be their “confidence bait.” It’s the one you reach for after all else seems to fail in your arsenal. There are so many different techniques to target fish such as hard baits, soft baits, jigs, etc. and so many different people telling you what you
Top 3 inexpensive copolymer fishing lines (tested and ranked)
by Garrett Aakre The sport of fishing is one of the more expensive hobbies you can acquire, but it doesn’t have to be if you do a little research on what anglers are using and liking. There are so many brands on the market that things can sometimes seem very saturated. Are the more expensive
by Garrett Aakre The sport of fishing is one of the more expensive hobbies you can acquire, but it doesn’t have to be if you do a little research on what anglers are using and liking. There are so many brands on the market that things can sometimes seem very saturated. Are the more expensive
How polarized sunglasses help you become a better angler
by Garrett Aakre It’s not just about the rod, reel, or baits that help you catch fish. Have you thought about the eye wear you take with you to the lake? If you don’t already own a pair of high quality polarized sunglasses, you should consider a pair to add to your collection. There are
by Garrett Aakre It’s not just about the rod, reel, or baits that help you catch fish. Have you thought about the eye wear you take with you to the lake? If you don’t already own a pair of high quality polarized sunglasses, you should consider a pair to add to your collection. There are
How the weather determines your success:
by Garrett Aakre Living in Minnesota and fishing my entire life, there is one guarantee that will change the course of your day which is the weather. We have all types of extremes in this state- high heat indexes, heavy rain, cold spells, high winds, and temperature changes of sometimes 30+ degrees in a matter
by Garrett Aakre Living in Minnesota and fishing my entire life, there is one guarantee that will change the course of your day which is the weather. We have all types of extremes in this state- high heat indexes, heavy rain, cold spells, high winds, and temperature changes of sometimes 30+ degrees in a matter
Top 3 lures for evening Bass fishing – by Garrett Aakre
For those of us in the Midwest, the dog days of summer are quickly approaching. This means we want to escape the heat, and so do the fish. Bass will normally head towards deeper water to cool off and that is when we usually call it quits as the bite slows down. One thing I
For those of us in the Midwest, the dog days of summer are quickly approaching. This means we want to escape the heat, and so do the fish. Bass will normally head towards deeper water to cool off and that is when we usually call it quits as the bite slows down. One thing I
Top 5 Bass Lures for July
We are rapidly getting into the dog days of summer, at least here in Texas. If you aren’t there yet, be thankful. We have officially reached 100+ degrees on the regular here and it has made for difficult fishing. Fortunately the bass are still eating, but I’ve definitely had to change things up to get
We are rapidly getting into the dog days of summer, at least here in Texas. If you aren’t there yet, be thankful. We have officially reached 100+ degrees on the regular here and it has made for difficult fishing. Fortunately the bass are still eating, but I’ve definitely had to change things up to get
Striper Spaghetti: Tips for Fishing with Live Eels
By Matt Stone Fishing with live eels is, has been, and will remain one of the most effective ways to catch trophy-sized striped bass. For generations, anglers on shore and in boats have spent days and, unsurprisingly, plenty of nights, casting and drifting live eels, hoping for that slurpy thump that indicates a large striper
By Matt Stone Fishing with live eels is, has been, and will remain one of the most effective ways to catch trophy-sized striped bass. For generations, anglers on shore and in boats have spent days and, unsurprisingly, plenty of nights, casting and drifting live eels, hoping for that slurpy thump that indicates a large striper
Hollow-Body Frog Tips
Down here in Texas we are entering into frog fishing season. It typically picks up post spawn and once water temperatures hit around 60 degrees. It is one of the few reasons I’m thankful for the often brutal Texas heat, because I absolutely love frog fishing. There’s nothing like seeing a bass explode out of
Down here in Texas we are entering into frog fishing season. It typically picks up post spawn and once water temperatures hit around 60 degrees. It is one of the few reasons I’m thankful for the often brutal Texas heat, because I absolutely love frog fishing. There’s nothing like seeing a bass explode out of