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Fishing Articles & Reviews

Fish Cleaning Station Dos & Don’ts – Don’t Be That Guy…

It took some time, maybe even decades, but boaters have really figured out the dos and don’ts at the boat ramp. We all have seen it, that guy who backs down the ramp and unloads all his stuff and starts undoing everything. It’s definitely not a common thing to see anymore. Maybe those guys have gotten enough verbals over time and learned if you want to survive to back your boat down a ramp again that you do not do that. However, now I’m seeing a new irritating thing that needs to be addressed. This one isn’t as stressful or time-sensitive, but for a guy like me who makes his living as a full-time fisherman, time is money. So before

FREE Ice Fishing Destination Giveaway by Perch Eyes Guide Service in Devils Lake, ND

We’re excited to announce a FREE ICE FISHING PACKAGE courtesy of Perch Eyes Guide Service in the infamous Devils Lake, ND region! This is for a FREE One-Night of Lodging & One-Day of Ice Fishing with a reputable guide from Perch Eyes. To enter, simply fill out the form below. We will pull 10 semi-finalists on Sunday, August 15th at random from the entries. Each semi-finalist will get a number (from 0 – 9). If your number matches the closing penny value of the NASDAQ closing on Monday, August 16th…you win! That easy…the winner will contact Perch Eyes to setup a date and time for the trip this winter. Their a very reputable fishing guide service in the area. SORRY,

Fishing Planer Boards & How to Use Them for Walleye

Updated for the 2021 Season! Fishing planer boards have been around a while now, and while they get used by many anglers, I still feel most ignore them completely. I can really see why they are a lot of added “work” in your trolling and some guys don’t want to bother. But there are so many trolling applications where using planer boards is necessary…let me explain. What is a Planer Board? Planer boards, for a lack of a general definition, are simply tools to get your fishing line away from the boat. If you’re trolling long flats that run for miles, planer boards are a necessity for the amount of extra ground they cover. In the Great Lakes, for example,

Hunting Articles & Reviews

Waterfowl Hunting Etiquette 101 – If You Don’t Know, You’re Probably That Guy

As someone who’s been passionate about waterfowl hunting all my life, I’ve learned a thing or two along the way about hunting partners. We can all relate, we’ve all had “blind dates” that go bad, while others start lifelong friendships. That’s the beauty of the outdoors if you’re a social guy like me, there’s always a good time to be had if you’re surrounded by the right people. And the right people don’t come easy. I’ve hunted with probably hundreds of people through the years, and I’m not a guide either. Just an avid freelancer who likes sharing my passion with others. It may actually be a flaw in my personality…I just seem to give people chances and always the

What Dove Hunting Gear You Need to Succeed

When it comes to dove hunting gear, it’s really not rocket science. Dove hunting can be as simple or complex as you want it to be (I’m usually leaning towards the latter). You can lay along a treeline, fenceline, or even a ditch. You name it, if there are doves flying over it can work. Then there’s the more complex side of dove hunting. It involves dove decoys, blinds or backrests, mojo doves, etc. While it’s not entirely necessary to have a good dove hunt, it can certainly help. So with that being said, I spend a lot of my time hunting doves in the fall. I kind of feel like I have to, they taunt me at my house

Hunting Snow Geese Over Water 101

It’s that time of year for me. I’m done with winter blues and I’m starting to gear up for hunting spring snow geese. I’ve been writing recently about the truths of snow goose hunting, as well as the 2nd installment…and it got me thinking about how the heck I’m going to get it done this spring??? Snow geese are kicking people’s tails up and down the flyway this year on a consistent basis, and I’m seeing a pattern to those having better luck. They’re usually having better shoots in weather (such as fog) or hunting migrators over water. It got me thinking about what’s worked for us in the past, and this year, we’ll have to be perfect to