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A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing: How to Land Your First Catch
Take a look at this detailed guide about fishing for the first time, picking the right gear, and safely handling your catch.
A guide to free fishing on Veterans Day
Veterans Day allows for free admission into all of America's National Parks and license free fishing in New York State. The fishing may be slowing down in many northern parks, but we have picked some of the best options for fishing while celebrating those who sacrificed for their country.
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.
Fall fishing tips from Bobby Sherman
Bobby’s one of the passionate community advocates on Fishbrain and has been since he started. He joined the Fishbrain Pro Staff family in 2019, he loves sharing and helping other anglers and last week we sat down with him to get to know him even more.
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.
Best destinations for fall fishing
Fishbrain looks at some of the best locations around the country for fall scenery, solitude and fishing opportunities. Hungry fish, migrating species, cool temperatures and bright foliage await your next fishing adventure.
Fall fishing: 7 best species to target this fall
Fall is a great time to be on the water. Cool weather, changing leaves and hungry fish make for the perfect time to fish. Take a look at some of our picks for the best species to target during this beautiful time of year.
Fishbrain's guide to sunfish
Our fisheries biologist, Ryan Hearn, goes through how to use key characteristics to properly ID different species of sunfish.
Fall fishing tips with Fishbrain
Learn which Fishbrain features can be used specifically for the changing fishing conditions and migrating species in fall.
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.
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.