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How to Fish a Texas Rig: The Ultimate Weedless Setup

The One Rig I'd Choose on a Desert Island If you told me I was being dropped on a mysterious lake, full of unknown cover and structure, and I could only have...

How to Fish a Topwater Popper for Explosive Strikes

The Most Exciting Bite in Freshwater Fishing It’s a calm, quiet morning. The water is glass. You twitch your rod tip, and 70 feet away, a small lure chugs, sending out a...

How to Fish a Squarebill Crankbait Like a Pro

Why You Need a Squarebill Crankbait in Your Box There's a unique feeling you get when fishing a squarebill crankbait correctly. It's not the subtle "tick" of a jig bite. It's the...

Fishing Rods Explained: A Guide to Power, Action & Length

More Than Just a Stick: Why Your Fishing Rod Matters In our main gear guide, we talked about the big picture. Now it's time to zoom in. Let's pull that first fishing...

Fishing Gear Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Rods, Reels & More

Don't Get Lost in the Tackle Aisle: A Guide to Essential Fishing Gear My garage is quiet on a Saturday night. It’s just me and the silent sentinels lining the walls: racks...

Largemouth vs Smallmouth Bass: Key Differences for Anglers

The Tale of Two Brawlers: Largemouth vs Smallmouth Bass It’s late on a Saturday night, and as I'm looking at a chart of Lake Washington for tomorrow's trip, I'm faced with a...

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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.