MUST HAVE: WST BAIT SHACK!   With the myriad of live bait imitating lures available today, it’s hard to believe that we still need to use minnows, chubs, and other live bait to catch fish. While some days a jig, crankbait, or spoon, can outfish live bait, on other …

Little moments This is not your typical how-to article or a story about some unbelievable fishing experience. There are, unfortunately no jaw-drop …

Calling all stripers! TextIt’s getting hot, and the dog days of summer are upon us. After cashing in on the spring fishing extravaganza, ma …

Fishing Knots 101 Text Have you ever hooked a big fish and lost him? Did the scenario go something like this? “I got one, …

Targeting Prespawn flatheads Pursuing flathead catfish takes dedication, perseverance, and very often the patience of Job. However, for the next …

tips & tactics for spawning Cats In a few short weeks, catfish will begin spawning in Iowa, and this is one of the best times …