June 2026

Trolling Methods

Lake Erie Walleye After Memorial Day: Trolling Depths, Speed, and the Mistake Everyone Makes

How to Set Up a Spinning Rod Without the Tangles: Spool to First Cast

Topwater at Dawn: Why the First 45 Minutes Beat the Entire Morning

Saltwater Beaches

July Saltwater Calendar: Where to Be, What's Running, and When to Book

Three Crankbaits That Cover 80% of Summer Bass Situations

Stop Buying Gear and Start Mastering What You Own

Amundson Savvy Rider Backpacker Combo Review: grab‑and‑go fishing for hikers and casual anglers

Abu Garcia ORRA Predator Spinning Rod Review: light, punchy and built for pike and trout

Redington Classic Trout 376-4 Review: a moderate-action 3-weight for technical trout water

Five Soft Plastics Every Tackle Box Needs: Shapes, Colors, and How to Rig Them

Freshwater Lakes

The Lake Is Packed: How to Find Fish When Everyone Else Got There First

The Ethics of Spot-Burning: When Sharing Fishing Locations Helps and When It Hurts

Penn Wrath II Surfcast Rod Review: a long-distance beachcaster with honest performance for the price

Night Fishing for Catfish: Rigs, Bait, and What You Learn After Midnight

Rod Action Explained: What Fast, Medium, and Slow Actually Mean on the Water

Fishing Apps Promised to Make Us Better Anglers. Did They Deliver?

Wading Safety: Reading Current, Picking Footing, and What to Do If You Slip