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Mental health benefits of fishing
We love fishing, but it turns out fishing can love us back. During the winter months when the sky is gray and the thermometer won't get above 30, serious mental health problems can arise. Check out how our favorite past time can help with our struggles this time of year and why it is worth it to hit the water during the coldest time of year.
The History of Sportfishing with Michael Fowlkes
Fishbrain's interview with writer and director of The History of Sportfishing documentary, Michael Fowlkes.
Steelhead on the fly with Mad River Outfitters
Learn about fly fishing for Great Lakes steelhead with the experts at Mad River Outfitters.
Surf fishing fall stripers
Don't let lack of a boat keep you from catching stripers. Learn where and when to target stripers from the beach during the fall migration.
Guide tips for fall bass and crappie
Learn how target bass and crappie this fall from Captain Angie Douthit, one of the top guides on the historical Lake Okeechobee.
Night fishing during a heatwave
When the summer heatwave halts the bite on your favorite water, don't give up. It's time to go nocturnal. Learn why night fishing during a heatwave can not only be productive but a chance for some rare fishing solitude during the busy season.
Getting started with kayak fishing
How to start kayak fishing. An introduction into picking the right kayak for fishing in your area, what species you can fish for and how to prepare for hitting the water.
Fishbrain's ICAST 2024 gear highlights
Fishbrain highlights some of the best new gear we saw at ICAST 2024
Safe fish handling this Summer
Summer is here and we asked our fisheries biologist Ryan Hearn how you can handle fish safely during the summer heat.
New striper regulations for Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean
We look into the new, set, striper regulations after last year's emergency regulations and fall public addendum meeting.
New striper regulations in effect
New, set, regulations are in effect for Atlantic striped bass after a public addendum meeting in October.
Early summer bass fishing tactics
Early summer brings fishing stability, but also the challenges of changing weather, hotter temps and lethargic fish. Read about some of our best tips and techniques from our own fisheries biologist on how to change with the weather and keep your rod bent all Summer.