Music can scare fish away, especially if the volume is loud enough to cause vibrations in the water. Fish are sensitive to currents and vibrations, and loud music can disrupt their natural behavior and cause stress. Additionally, noises like jumping…
ICAST tickets are not available to the general public and can only be purchased by companies, buyers, and press. This industry-only event does not cater to individual ticket sales. The ICAST exhibition, held annually, showcases the latest innovations in fishing…
Rooster Tails are a versatile fishing lure that can be used to catch a variety of fish species. They are particularly effective for attracting smallmouth and spotted bass, trout, and panfish. The spinning motion and vibrant colors of the Rooster…
Bluegill can grow up to sixteen inches in length. Bluegill fish can reach a maximum size of sixteen inches in length, making them one of the larger species of sunfish. Known for their distinctive blue-gill plates on their cheeks, bluegill…
To catch Snook in Florida, use live bait like pinfish, mullet, and shrimp, or lures such as plugs, soft plastics, and flair-hawk jigs. The best time to catch them is during warmer months, from May to September, particularly in the…
To pronounce the fish “crappie,” say it as “croppie” (/ˈkrɒpi, ˈkræpi/). The word “crappie” originated from the Canadian French term “crapet” and has evolved in English as “crappé” or “croppie.” Crappie fish, also known as croppie, are popular freshwater game…
To fish a shaky head, rig a shaky head jig with a soft plastic worm and cast it out to your desired fishing location. Gently shake your rod tip to create subtle movements in the worm that will attract fish….
To tie a buzzbait, run the line through the eye of the buzzbait and double it back through. Wet the line and pull it tight, then clip the tag end. The double palomar knot is commonly used to fasten a…
The ideal barometric pressure for fishing is when it is falling, normal/good when it is medium+stable, and not so good on steady high or low pressure. This is because falling pressure sends fish on the hunt for food in shallower…
To tie a crankbait, use a non-slip loop knot for the best results. This knot allows for more side-to-side action of the bait and is easy to tie. Simply create an overhand knot, run the tag end around the main…
A flogger in fishing is a cone-shaped tool that is used to get a clear view of what is under the surface of the water. It is particularly useful in clear, shallow water and during the spawn. The flogger is…
To fish a wacky worm, cast it out and allow it to sink naturally under its own weight. The appeal of this rig is the way the worm wiggles and waves as it sinks, often attracting strikes from bass. This…