Bass

Iowa’s State Record Fish: Part 1

Iowa’s State Record Fish: Part 1 By Ben Leal Iowans enjoy some of the best outdoor opportunities of any State within this great Nation of ours. We have whitetail deer hunting that is without a doubt one of the best. Turkey is not far behind and pheasant are on the rebound. We are bordered by […]

Addressing Boating Issues

Addressing Boating Issues By Steve Weisman In an earlier article, we discussed boating issues or mistakes that can adversely affect our experiences, specifically trailering issues. Now, let’s take a look at other issues. In this article, we will cover drain plugs, electronics, anchors and addressing storms. #1-Drain plug With the importance of draining our livewells […]

Summertime Scary Baits for Largemouth

Summertime Scary Baits for Largemouth During summertime months there are a few classic presentations that people reach for in order to put bass in the boat. For many it is a top water frog, popper, Texas rigged worm, or even a spinnerbait. Don’t get me wrong those baits and presentations will produce, but one might […]

Kayaks: Fishermen’s New Favorite DIY Project

Kayaks: Fishermen’s New Favorite DIY Project By Taylor Chansler Kayaking has become increasingly popular in the past few years in the state of Iowa. Kayaks have become much more affordable, and much more accessible with them being available at major box stores as well as your local outdoors store. With their increasing popularity, many folks […]

5 Favorite Campgrounds Across Iowa

5 Favorite Campgrounds Across Iowa By Jessica Graham When summer rolls around, campers emerge and begin looking for new camping destinations. Some stunning campgrounds are hidden across Iowa and closer to home than some may realize. Camping is an activity that will fit you, regardless of you interests and current chapter in life. And since […]

Choosing the Right Rod

Choosing the Right Rod By Todd Reed The sun is just popping out over the trees as you walk to your first fishing location of the spring. Poles-check, bait-check, tackle box-check, bucket-check, it was going to be a perfect day for some springtime fishing. Mild temperatures with a slight breeze from the south, nothing could […]

The Thaw: Ice Out Habits of Iowa Game Fish

The Thaw: Ice Out Habits of Iowa Game Fish By Nick Johnson The disappearance of ice come spring is a sad time for those of us who love to ice fish. We begrudgingly put away the sleds, augers, and shacks and give one final farewell to all the gear until next winter. But alas, open […]

10 Tips for Better Fishing Success

10 Tips for Better Fishing Success By Nick Johnson As fishermen there is a whole slew of things to consider in terms of fishing success. Things like gear, location, weather, presentations, just to name a few. At the end of the day the list could be a mile long and that’s a lot for one […]

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Late Ice and Big Crappies

Late Ice and Big Crappies By Steve Weisman I’m not sure which I get more excited for: early ice or late ice. Both times can provide excellent fishing opportunities. I guess what I like about late ice is the fact that the long stretches of intense cold are pretty much over with, old ice holes […]