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

Early summer bass fishing tactics

June 13th, 2024

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.

Fly fishing
Summer fishing
Topwater fishing
Early summer bass fishing tactics
Kayak Fishing tips with Chuck Earls

June 4th, 2024

An introduction into the gear and knowledge needed for kayaking America's Great Lakes. Learn about fishing for walleye, steelhead, small mouth bass and other species from a kayak in The Great Lakes.

Kayak fishing
Great Lakes Fishing
Angler interview
Kayak Fishing tips with Chuck Earls
Trout die off in Montana's Big Hole River

May 22nd, 2024

Trout are dying off in Montana’s Big Hole River and surrounding rivers. We look into what’s happening and the plans being made for recovery.

Fly fishing
Conservation
Trout die off in Montana's Big Hole River
Topwater tactics with Erik Luzak

May 21st, 2024

Learn some of the tactics and baits used by pro angler and Lunkerhunt sponsored athlete Erik Luzak. Luzak has 25 years of competitive fishing experience and participates in the Major League Fishing circuit.

Topwater fishing
Angler interview
Topwater tactics with Erik Luzak
How to take better fishing photos

May 7th, 2024

Fishing is full of moments that make us come back for more. Don't sully these moments and the fish we catch with bad photos anymore. Learn some of the basic tricks that will add new dimensions and light to your shots. They may even make your fishing buddies look acceptable.

Photography
How to take better fishing photos
The Klamath Dam removals and our interview with American Rivers

April 30th, 2024

We look at the progress made on the Klamath Dam removal project and interview American Rivers for insight on this project and ongoing river restorations.

Conservation
Angler interview
The Klamath Dam removals and our interview with American Rivers
Fishing for post spawn pike

April 23rd, 2024

How to find and target northern pike after they spawn.

Spring fishing
Fishing for post spawn pike
How to fish spring runoff

March 7th, 2024

Learn tips to fish rivers when spring snowmelt has them high, dirty and seemingly hopeless.

Spring fishing
How to fish spring runoff
How to find the best fishing spot near you

March 4th, 2024

Don't waste hours driving around looking for the perfect spot to fish. Learn how to find the best spot to fish, the best time, and more.

How to
How to find the best fishing spot near you
How to fish smarter with Fishbrain Pro

February 28th, 2024

Learn about the features on Fishbrain Pro and how they help take your fishing to the next level.

How to
Fishing gear
How to fish smarter with Fishbrain Pro
Fall and winter app updates

February 16th, 2024

Fishbrain updates are here and better than ever. Follow along as we run through the best updates to hit since last fall.

Fall fishing
Winter fishing
Fall and winter app updates
Fishbrain in the field: Ohio's unsalted steel

February 13th, 2024

The Fishbrain team heads to Ohio to try their hand at Lake Erie Steelhead and question whether you can have steel without salt.

How to
Fishbrain in the field: Ohio's unsalted steel