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The End of One Season is the Beginning of a New Season

The End of One Season is the Beginning of a New Season By Troy Hoepker Each spring as the last of the year’s hunting seasons wind down, I’m always saddened at the thought of not taking the field again for several agonizing months over the long, hot summer. Gone are the days of cool breezes […]

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Berkley Shares the Science of Fishing Lures

Berkley Shares the Science of Fishing Lures By Steve Weisman Ever wonder what the process is for manufacturers to bring a bait from the concept stage to the fishing market? I recently had the opportunity to learn more about this at a fishing seminar put on by the Iowa Great Lakes Fishing Club at its […]

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How to Target Iowa Muskie

How to Target Iowa Muskie              Early summer is a fantastic time to learn how to target Iowa muskie in the southern part of the Midwest muskie range.  Depending on where you are, places throughout the Midwest have a yearlong season for these fish. Unlike the upper parts of the […]

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Using Dip Baits for Catfishing

Using Dip Baits for Catfishing

Dip Baits for Catfishing Growing up, some of my best memories include using dip baits while catfishing with my dad and my older cousin, Chet. As soon as summer break started, I knew it was time to hit the rivers in search for catfish. I remember one particular June evening, the fog started to settle […]

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