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Fishing Tips - page 5

Winter fishing methods & safety

Winter fishing methods & safety

December 10th, 2020

Fishing in winter can be both difficult and rewarding, but its important to stay safe. Learn how to protect yourself on the water.

Guide to fishing licenses

Guide to fishing licenses

December 3rd, 2020

Curious about all the rules surrounding fishing licenses, where to get one, and what they cost? Read more for useful tips

Methods for catching bait

Methods for catching bait

November 30th, 2020

Ever wanted to catch your own baitfish? Perhaps you want to learn some new methods. Check out our newest post to up-your-game when it comes to catching live bait.

5 things NOT to do when fishing

5 things NOT to do when fishing

September 23rd, 2020

Don't make any of these top 5 mistakes when out fishing.

Bass fishing tips: Knowing where & when

Bass fishing tips: Knowing where & when

September 17th, 2020

Want to up your bass fishing game? Learn the basics of when to fish, where to fish, and what baits and lures will net you more catches.

Where to fish
Texas rig: How to rig and why

Texas rig: How to rig and why

September 10th, 2020

Top 4 reasons you MUST learn how to Texas Rig

How to
Breaking the skunk: How to keep fishing when the bite goes silent

Breaking the skunk: How to keep fishing when the bite goes silent

September 2nd, 2020

Had those hard days when fish aren't biting? Here are ways you can continue to fish and perfect your technique in the meantime.

Night fishing tips for success

Night fishing tips for success

August 26th, 2020

If you've been curious about night fishing, learn what to expect, and what will help your night fishing experience be more successful.

Night fishing
Bass on the grass: Slippery truth about fish slime coat

Bass on the grass: Slippery truth about fish slime coat

August 19th, 2020

Is putting your freshly caught bass on the grass a bad idea? What is a slime coat and how can you protect it? Find out more.

Beginner's guide to fishing: Choosing a lure

Beginner's guide to fishing: Choosing a lure

August 12th, 2020

Excited to hit the water and start reeling in fish? Read our how-to on choosing the right lure for the task.

How to
Ultimate guide to fishing weather forecasts

Ultimate guide to fishing weather forecasts

July 20th, 2020

Learn more about how rain, wind, tides, light and more all affect the success of your fishing experience.

How to
Understanding lake contour maps

Understanding lake contour maps

July 13th, 2020

Depth and contour maps will help you understand where to spot potential fish schools. Learn more about reading and understanding Fishbrain's depth map feature.