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Your guide to fishing, the world’s most popular hobby.

Finding fishing forums and groups

Finding fishing forums and groups

September 8th, 2020

On the hunt for fishing forums or groups with other friendly anglers to socialize and share tips with? Read on for the perfect solution to your problems.

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
Beginners guide to fishing: Choosing fishing gear

Beginners guide to fishing: Choosing fishing gear

August 5th, 2020

Not sure what kind of rod or reel to get? Confused about what type of fishing line to choose? Read on to get all of your questions answered.

How to
Fishing, the great equalizer

Fishing, the great equalizer

July 29th, 2020

Read how fishing promotes accessibility and equality among all who participate

Top 3 fishing locations in the U.S.

Top 3 fishing locations in the U.S.

July 27th, 2020

These 3 locations made the top of our list. Find out which states are the best for fishing and why.

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.

Top resources for anglers

Top resources for anglers

June 29th, 2020

A collection of some of the best resources to educate and entertain anglers of all skill levels.

Fishing gear
What getting "skunked" teaches us about bass fishing and ourselves

What getting "skunked" teaches us about bass fishing and ourselves

June 2nd, 2020

Have one of those days while out on the water? It happens to the best of us. Read more to learn what getting skunked can teach us both about fishing and about ourselves.