Fishing
Iowa Hunting and Fishing Report: Hot Catfish Bite, Walleyes & Hunting Season Prep – August 14, 2026
The August 14 edition of the Iowa Sportsman Hunting and Fishing Report brings plenty of good news for anglers across the state, along with an early look at preparations for the fast-approaching hunting season. This week, Aaron McKinney checks in with bait and tackle shops across Iowa to find out what’s biting as summer begins […]
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Fall Iowa Fishing
FALL FISHING One thing is certain about outdoor activities in Iowa: they’re all tied to the weather and how each month transitions into the next. We make our plans based on how cool or hot it will be, whether we’ll see any precipitation, and what times will be best for both our activities and our […]
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EARLY MORNING HYBRID STRIPED BASS
EARLY MORNING HYBRID STRIPED BASS The air was thick, and a heavy fog was hovering above the calm surface of the water. As I pushed the boat off the trailer at the launch, I couldn’t help but wonder what would be lurking just below the surface. The water temperature was high, and there was sure […]
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Iowa Hunting & Fishing Report: Late Summer Fishing Update – July 31st, 2026
The latest episode of the Iowa Hunting and Fishing Report is packed with timely fishing updates, outdoor insights, and a hands-on product review to help you make the most of your time outdoors. As summer heat continues across Iowa, Aaron McKinney shares where anglers are still finding success and how a welcome break in the […]
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Mid-Season Crappies
Mid-Season Crappies Basin Basics It’s a pattern perhaps, as old as the species itself. It’s as predictable as a bad sit-com and as dependable as Old Faithful. Once the early ice period ends, crappies will begin to migrate and suspend over basin areas. For the ice angler, it is actually good news. Once you can […]
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Hot Weather Catfish
Hot Weather Catfish In my early cattin’ days I struggled like any beginner trying to succeed. Summer, hot weather catfish would sometimes find their way to my hook, but the bites were few and the bigger fish substantially fewer. I found myself pursuing the same tired out presentations and locations with nothing to show. One […]
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Iowa Hunting & Fishing Report: Catfish Stay Hot, Delta Waterfowl Expo Begins- July 23rd, 2026
This week’s Iowa Hunting & Fishing Report arrives a day early as Aaron McKinney heads to Des Moines for the Delta Waterfowl Hunter Expo. Before hitting the expo, Aaron breaks down the latest fishing conditions from around the state and shares where anglers are finding success despite the summer heat. The cooler temperatures have provided […]
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Iowa Fishing Report: Fishing for Summer Walleye and Catfish – July 17th, 2026
Most Iowa anglers are focusing on catfish and walleye this summer, but what if you could unlock the secrets to catching the biggest flatheads and wipers in the heat of July? Aaron McKinney reveals the proven tactics that are turning ordinary fishing trips into trophy-winning outings during the hottest months. In this episode, you’ll discover […]
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Iowa Fishing Report: Heat Slows the Bite – July 10th, 2026
The summer heat has settled across Iowa, and while it’s slowed the fishing in many areas, there are still plenty of opportunities to put fish in the boat if you know where to go. In this week’s Iowa Hunting and Fishing Report, Aaron McKinney shares the latest fishing conditions from bait shops across the state […]
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Fall Walleye Tips & Tricks
Fall Walleye Tips & Tricks In this article, I will explore several proven live bait rig and bottom bouncer trolling tips and tricks that will help you catch more walleyes this year. While these tips are by no means comprehensive, I am hopeful that you will be able to gain some insight from these […]
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