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Your guide to fishing, the world’s most popular hobby.
The best artificial snook lures
Learn about the best artificial shrimp, mullet and swim bait patterns for catching snook in Florida.
Where to Fish for free on Father's Day
For most anglers dad was the one who taught us everything we know and inspired our passion. This Father's Day several states are offering free fishing opportunities to celebrate the man who made you the angler you are today. Learn which states are offering license free fishing weekends and which species you should be targeting with dad in tow.
Why you should to start fly fishing this year
Fly fishing is a great way to expand your fishing knowledge and has few barriers that stand between a new angler and their first fly rod. Fly fishing is great way to fish and by your first hook set you understand the power of being directly connected to your catch. Here are five reasons why this is the year you need to pick up your first fly rod.
Almanac cites fishing as a top reason to go camping this year
Campspot's first annual Outdoor Almanac was released this year with in depth data from campers across the country. The data encompasses the best National Parks, night skies, camp recipes and of course fishing. Learn how popular fishing is for campers across the U.S. and how many people go plan their trips specifically around fishing.
Gear recommendations: Freshwater
Continuing our look at some of the best gear used by Fishbrain pro staff, we caught up with Misty Wells to talk about her bass setup. Normally known for her saltwater fishing, Misty is packing her bass gear on the way to a fishing tournament hosted by country music start, Luke Combs.
Pro-Staff gear recommendations: Saltwater
We talked to Pro-Staffer and tv host Chasten Whitfield to talk about her favorite rods, reels, baits and more for red fish, snook and tarpon.
Gear up with free release tools from Return ‘Em Right
Return 'Em Right is launching its program to offshore anglers throughout the Gulf of Mexico today. By participating in a short online review of best practices anglers can receive free release gear valued at $100 to help reef fish survive release.
The captain's corner. A Q&A with Captain Jason Dozier of Fish'n Fl Charters
No one understands the sea and its fish better than the professional guides who spend over 200 days on the water every year. Captain’s corner is our newest blog series where we interview charter captain’s about their fishing background, favorite species, preferred baits and the species they still dream of catching. To kick off our series we interviewed Captain Jason Dozier of Fish’n FL Tampa Fishing Charters.
Fly fishing for spring lake trout
Lake trout are usually a creature of the deep, far away from the pull of a fly. Spring provides a a short window where these lake monsters travel closer to the surface well within the reach of fly anglers. Learn how to target lakers on the fly this spring and the gear and fly choices needed to pull one of these massive trout out of a cold water lake and into your boat.
Spring lake trout fishing tips
Between winter and summer is the perfect time for targeting large lake trout in the shallows. Learn more about lake trout, the specific conditions and areas you should be targeting to set your hook on an absolute monster this spring.
Fish Rules live on Fishbrain
All the data from the Fish Rules App is now live on Fishbrain. Get salt and freshwater data from from all over at the touch of a button and fish with confidence, like never before.
How to pack for spring fishing
When the weekend nears, we can feel the anxiety build up. We want to be back on the water and we want to be there as soon as we can. When the alarm goes off Saturday morning, we are often out the door like a shot, heading toward our favorite body of water and another adventure in fishing. With this rush, however, often comes the habit of leaving some of our precious gear behind.