Alaska, the 49th U.S. state, is nicknamed "The Final Frontier." That name doesn't stop the tourists from coming to fish. According to the Alaska Travel Industry Association, the state sees an average of 1.5 million tourists annually. Many of these tourists come to enjoy the salmon fishing, and there......[Read More]

Several species of jacks visit the lower Chesapeake Bay during the summer months. None provides more fishing fun than the greater amberjack. It is a tough fighter that can destroy tackle and leave an unsuspecting fisherman with blistered hands and a sore back.......[Read More]

To be able to get a heavy catch with a good fishing experience it is critical that you have the right equipments which function well and are effective. To attract the right fish and be ... ......[Read More]

Beaded jewelry and accessories can be manufactured, but the art of making beadwork items is a consuming passion for the crafters who create these items by hand. Simple two-dimensional beading patterns are used for making flat strips. Simple two-dimensional patterns can also create shapes and ornamen......[Read More]

Fly anglers may prefer to use barbless hooks because of many advantages. Barbless hooks penetrate fish better because they have smaller cross-sections. They also remove easily from the fish or other parts, including your clothing or skin, because of the lack of a barb to latch on. De-barbing fly hoo......[Read More]

Temple Fork Outfitters is based in Dallas, Texas, and offers its fly rods, fly reels and related products through dealers throughout the United States as well as internationally. Based on its own experience and an ... ......[Read More]

Now before I start let me clarify one thing. I am not an extreme left wing environmentalist who thinks cars are evil and people should be living in mud huts. Nor do I think drilling ... ......[Read More]

Stoneflies are a type of insect, and have been found in every environment around the world except for Antarctica. Common characteristics of the stonefly include mandibles, long antennae, six legs from three separate abdomen areas and a long tail with multiple segments. Fly fisherman often tie stonef......[Read More]

If you are planning have a gulf shores fishing trip with your family or friends, you should prepare in advance to make it simple and successful. First thing that you should prepare for are the ... ......[Read More]

There are too many things that you could focus on once you decided to have a vacation. There is the thought that you have to prepare a lot of money for the compensation as well ... ......[Read More]

Grouper are large bottom dwelling fish that offer an action packed fight from the bite to the landing. Their depths vary depending on the ocean and the time of year and they can be found in shallow water 30 feet deep to depths of over 300 feet. The best grouper bait changes according to fishing meth......[Read More]

Anglers can find California halibut --- also called flattys, barn doors and Monterey halibut --- in the waters off the state of California nearly year-round. According to the California Department of Fish & Game, you can find halibut from Magdalena Bay in Baja California all the way to the Quillay......[Read More]

If you camp or hike often, keep a simple fishing reel available to help you obtain food in case of emergencies. Using a simple hand reel is also a way to better understand how early humans caught fish without the use of poles. Once you make your simple fishing reel, attach it to a fishing pole rathe......[Read More]

Located on Galveston Island, Texas, Galveston features 32 miles of beach teeming with crabs and a variety of game fish. Crabbing is permitted in all public piers and coastal areas. You will find two types of crabs along the shore: blue and stone crabs. Blue crabs can reach up to eight inches long, w......[Read More]

Crystal Lake is located in northwest Iowa and is bordered by a small town of the same name. Several different species of fish can be caught in this lake, and there are several campsites located in the area, as well. The shoreline is considered "fair," according to the state Department of Natural Res......[Read More]

According to World Biomes at the University of California, Santa Barbara, coral reefs provide shelter for about 25 percent of all marine life. Some creatures simply use coral reefs as a temporary oasis, while others live in the reef full-time. Animals that live in or around coral reefs include crust......[Read More]

Stocking up on expensive high-tech lures doesn't guarantee you'll catch a fish. Spinnerbaits are relatively easy to make, and you'll feel a much greater sense of accomplishment catching a fish using a lure you made yourself. Making your own spinnerbait also allows you to customize it to suit your lo......[Read More]

Tube fishing lures are a popular choice of fishermen who pursue species of fish feed on crayfish. These lures are effective when working in heavy cover and shallow water, but they do require the angler to use a different method of fishing than he would with most other lures. After getting familiar w......[Read More]

Turn old oyster shells into something people may not have seen. Always boil the shells before using to sanitize them and prevent odors. You can also use fine sandpaper to sand down the rough edges. Some shell crafts are simple and others take precision and time.......[Read More]

Many anglers choose to fish with live bait because it is effective at provoking strikes from a wide variety of fish. Whether he is targeting small sunfish or monster muskies, an angler can use live bait. Some of the most popular types of live bait are nightcrawlers (worms), minnows, and leeches. To ......[Read More]