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Types of Fishing Boats: A Guide to Choosing the Right One

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Fishing Boat For many of us, it's the ultimate dream: your own boat, waiting for you at the dock or in the driveway, ready to take...

Nearshore Fishing: A Beginner’s Guide to Coastal Reefs & Wrecks

Beyond the Jetties: An Introduction to Nearshore Fishing You've mastered the inshore flats and caught your share of redfish and trout. But you can see the open ocean just beyond the inlet,...

Inshore Fishing 101: A Guide to Fishing Bays and Flats

Welcome to the Nursery: An Introduction to Inshore Fishing The inshore ecosystem is the lifeblood of the ocean. These protected waters—the vast grass flats, winding mangrove shorelines, and nutrient-rich estuaries—serve as the...

Saltwater Fishing: A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing the Coast

Answering the Call of the Salt: A Beginner's Guide to Saltwater Fishing There’s a different energy on the coast. It’s in the salty air, the cry of the gulls, and the endless...

How to Catch Flounder: A Guide to Targeting Flatfish

Masters of Ambush: A Guide to Catching Flounder They are one of the strangest and most fascinating fish in the inshore world. A flounder starts its life looking like a normal fish,...

Fly Fishing for Beginners: A Guide to Getting Started

Getting Started in Fly Fishing (It's Easier Than You Think) For many, fly fishing seems like a complicated, almost mystical art form. It's often portrayed as expensive and difficult, reserved for tweed-clad...

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Ice Fishing for Beginners: A Guide to Walleye & Pike

New to ice fishing? Captain Sal's beginner's guide covers the essential gear, safety tips, and techniques for catching walleye and pike through the ice.

How to Catch Northern Pike: A Guide to Water Wolves

Learn how to catch more and bigger northern pike with Captain Sal's guide. Discover the best lures, locations, and the essential gear for targeting these aggressive predators.

Walleye Fishing Techniques: A Guide to Jigging & Trolling

Learn the most effective walleye fishing techniques with Captain Sal's guide. Master the art of jigging, trolling with crankbaits, and using a slip bobber.