A fishing buddy asked me the other day, “if you only could use two fishing methods the whole year, what would they be?” I took that question and answered it from a bass fishing viewpoint in a recent writing. Here I’ll answer it as it pertains to walleyes. If limited to two walleye fishing methods...
Author: Toby Lapinski (Toby Lapinski)
DNREC’s ‘Take A Kid Fishing!’ Spring Events Announced
Do you know a child or young teen who might enjoy learning about fishing and delight in having the opportunity to catch a fish? The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control invites budding anglers ages 6 through 15 to come out with a parent, grandparent, or guardian and learn how to fish through...
Powerhouse Auburn Duo Secures College Series Legacy on Bassmaster Classic stage in Knoxville
KINGSTON, Tenn. — Representing Auburn University, Tucker Smith and Logan Parks found redemption on Watts Bar Reservoir, catching 16 pounds, 3 ounces of largemouth bass to win the Strike King Bassmaster College Classic presented by Bass Pro Shops. Parks and Smith, who won the 2021 Team of the Year title and fished this event last...
How to Find and Fish NEW Water
Are you looking to find and fish new bank and creek locations? Follow Dustin and Davey as they showcase how they found a new fishing spot and some great tips and tackle choices that will help you take the guess work out of your next fishing adventure.
Pennsylvania’s Moll Grinds Out Victory at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Kentucky/Barkley Lakes
GILBERTSVILLE, Ky. – Boater Sam Moll of Hershey, Pennsylvania, caught a five-bass limit weighing 22 pounds, 15 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Kentucky and Barkley lakes. The tournament, hosted by the Kentucky Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau, was the second event of the season for...
Scott’s Bryant Posts Victory at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Toledo Bend
ZWOLLE, La. – Boater Daniel Bryant of Scott, Louisiana, caught a five-bass limit weighing 22 pounds, 10 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Toledo Bend. The tournament was the third event of 2023 for the BFL Cowboy Division. Bryant earned $4,509 for his victory. “When my...
Shimano Pro Jeff Gustafson Wins the 53rd Annual Bassmaster Classic
Charleston, SC – Jeff Gustafson wins the 53rd annual Bassmaster Classic Championship in Knoxville, Tennessee. After three days of intense competition and varying conditions, Shimano team member Gustafson emerged victorious, catching a total of 42 pounds and 7 ounces of Tennessee River smallmouth bass. Gustafson, a long-time Shimano team veteran known to fans as “Gussy,”...
Federal Researchers Say Two Widely Used Pesticides Harm Many Endangered Fish Species
Federal researchers have found that two widely used pesticides significantly harms endangered Northwest salmon and steelhead species. The opinion could lead to a change in where and how the pesticides can be used. The National Marine Fisheries Service issued a draft of its biological opinion Thursday concluding that continued use of insect-killing chemicals containing carbaryl or methomyl...
What’s Next After Court Ruling Scuttles Gulf Reporting System for Charter Boats?
In late February, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth District set aside the final rule implementing the SEFHIER data-collection program for charter fishing boats in the Gulf of Mexico. This means the gulf program is currently not in effect. The ruling does not affect the South Atlantic SEFHIER program. Just what is...
DAIWA Adds Premium STEEZ Baitcasting Reel Family
Cypress, CA – DAIWA is proud to share news of a brand-new premium baitcasting reel product launch in the form of its latest addition to the high-end, tournament-proven DAIWA STEEZ baitcaster product family. Behold the new DAIWA STEEZ A 100, new for March 2023. Launching today at the Bassmaster Classic, the new DAIWA STEEZ A 100 is...