This story, “Getting the Bait’s a Bail,” appeared in the May 1970 issue of Outdoor Life. The morning sparkled as bright and shiny as a new dime. The river was clear and purling along, its voices ...

Exciting news from Thundermist Lure Company, as they introduce their patented Boa Jigr—a new, innovative jigging spoon that anglers are going to absolutely love using and here's why: There's only one ...

Learn how to craft the ultimate lure for big fish with expert bait techniques that boost attraction, action, and hook-up rates. This video breaks down key lure-building tips, rigging strategies, and ...

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Stripers are keying on small threadfin shad about one-half inch long. Lures or bait that size are good to use. Larger shad or ...

In the world of bass fishing, you can try hundreds of techniques and thousands of baits. This can make it challenging to find your tried and true favorites, but it seems that most bass anglers I know ...

Winter weather has kept most anglers indoors. Fishing reports are scant or nonexistent. This week's information is more ...

These were the bass baits—and mindset shifts—that defined my 2025 season and helped me catch more and bigger largemouth bass.

A tip-up, also known as a fish trap, ice trap, or tilt, is a stationary device that suspends line and live bait under the ice. Once a fish takes the bait, the reel spins, and the angler is alerted via ...

The recommendation is meant to protect the ecologically sensitive brook trout.