Introduction   Have you ever tried to explain to someone what you do when you go fishing? Of course, you have, anyone that really fishes have tried to give that dialed down explanation of the gear, time and tactics that are all described by t …

Bubba Blade Fishing Pliers   There are a lot of fishing pliers on the market, definitely some that come in below the cost of these. However, for me, I believe in spend once, cry once. The no slip grip handles that stay in your hand even when …

Intro   One of the hardest parts about catching Lake Erie steelhead, other than getting them to bite, is finding the fish. Many anglers fish for hours and hours without even actually casting to a fish, simply because they think every little h …

While most outdoorsman have ducks and deer on their minds during the fall, a growing group of Great Lakes anglers look to grab a boxful of crankbaits when the sun goes down with dreams of catching the largest walleyes in the system. This is accompli …

A continuation of “Back To The Future For Great Lakes Tributary Fishing,” here are some specific tactics for bottom fishing for winter trout. What are some bottom baits for trout and how do you rig them? Roe! If you do a little research a …

When the subject of trout streams is brought up, many anglers envision large rivers and streams such as the Yellowstone and Bitterroot in the West or the Beaverkill or the Delaware in the East. Large hatches of mayflies, wading belly button deep and …

“Noodle” rods (also known as Salmon/Steelhead rods) are one of the best tools for Great Lakes or Coastal salmon and steelhead fishing for many reasons. And there is no better place to research and shop for a noodle rod than FishUSA! So …

Whether you are fishing from a small kayak or trolling from a large cruiser, keeping your fishing rods secure and in the optimal position will make for a more successful day on the water. The Scotty Powerlock Rod Holder is a low cost, durable way t …

I have been asked to write up a detailed list of my top ten tips for catching migratory salmon in Lake Ontario tributaries. Well, here you go. Treat salmon like a fish. You don’t wade out waist deep in the water and get on top of the fish and d …

Let’s face it low, clear water for steelhead fishing is not ideal. Fish become spooked easily, making it difficult to present your bait. While these conditions can be challenging, there are several ways to increase your hookups and catch more f …

With the fall steelheading season in full swing on the Great Lakes tributaries, anglers will be targeting the runs of fresh steelhead entering the creeks. While most anglers will be found fishing deep holes and runs loaded with pressured fish, and o …

This is a very common question and one that I am asked to answer occasionally. At the conclusion of the article, my answer will be very clear. Let’s start with these questions for you. Would you run any color flasher to attract and catch fish? …