
Never Underestimate the Basics
Sometimes you can become too focused matching the forage that you can get tunnel vision.

Surviving the Trout Opener
Opening day of trout season can be a bloodbath, but its incredible fun and a great way to dust off the cobwebs for the open water fishing season


Rainy Day, Dream Away
When it rains this much, sometimes you have no choice but to organize.

God Save the King?
Fishermen can be superstitious, but this time I took it to another level.

Good Or Garbage?
Our new segment where we review the fishing gear of the times and conclusively prove whether its a staple in your tackle box, or complete trash.

The Doldrums
Shaking off the fly-tying funk and getting into a rhythm isn’t easy, but it can be rewarding.

Is That A Wild Rainbow?
Cold weather has slowed down this fishing here in central PA, but that didn’t stop this little guy. The question is- was he stocked or is he wild?


Get Yourself a Bait Pond
Its worth the work to find a secluded pond that can hold a near limitless supply of primo bait

Adding Weight When Nymphing for Trout
Reviewing the many ways to add extra weight when nymphing for trout.

Trout Lock Jaw and How To Spot The Symptoms
Trout seem to hate high pressure, but you can still make it happen with some effort and luck

Material Highlight: An Ode to Mallard Flank
One of the most versatile materials out there, and at a remarkably fair price point!


The Pike Files: Episode 1
Northern Pike are a hot topic in Maine, but the one thing that most of us can agree on is that they’re a lot of fun to catch

Lake Trout on Small Lakes
When high fishing intensity reduces the fishability of popular lakes during ice fishing season, turning to small water fishing provides an opportunity to target often overlooked lake trout populations.

Thursday Morning Skunk and Some Thoughts About Air Pressure
Drops in air pressure may be indicative of increased trout feeding under the ice during the winter months, although it certainly isn't a rule of thumb.