Now is the best time to organize your fishing gear and replace worn out tackle and equipment in preparation of the opening of the Maryland trout season and the spring shad run. It is also a good time ...

and reel, fresh line, and a premium, quality hook, but in most fishing scenarios, none of that matters if you can’t tie a good knot. So many things can go wrong during a fish fight, but quite often, ...

Before you start to fish, you have to first be able to tie a good knot – so we offer up a few knot tying Apps. You could just tie a plain knot, but there is a real art to tying a proper knot and these ...

The improved clinch knot, sometimes called the fisherman’s knot, is what I’d call a necessary oddball. It’s remarkably easy to tie and comes in handy for a variety of applications. It can essentially ...

Learn how to tie the Single Fisherman’s Bend Knot, a classic and reliable knot for climbers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Perfect for joining two ropes or lines securely, this step-by-step guide ...

Catch ratios for billfish have soared as crews and anglers fine-tune their circle hook skills and techniques. It is now common for anglers to catch 80 to 90 percent of their bites, and how the hook is ...