Fishing
You want to be a Fishing Guide
You want to be a Fishing Guide I have written this article before but every few years it seems situations change and the world needs a reminder as to what a fishing guide does and some need to be asked if it is really the right avenue for them. Some of this may seem discouraging […]
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Get Into The Outdoors
Get Into The Outdoors My wife and I have four daughters! You can all pray for us! But truthfully, I wouldn’t change it for the world. Having these young ladies in my life has been an incredible journey as we have raised them through the years. My oldest is sixteen and my youngest is eight. […]
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Proper Fishing Drag Settings for Big Fish
earneProper Fishing Drag Settings for Big Fish During the process of outfitting a customer new to the sport of angling, there was nothing more gratifying than seeing the looks on their faces when I would show them the properties of their new drag system. I would stand behind the counter holding their rig and instruct […]
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Areas to Locate and Catch Early Spring Bass
Areas to Locate and Catch Early Spring Bass Finally, the water has warmed up a bit, and not a slab of ice in sight. April is the kickoff to bass fishing in the state Iowa, tournaments are popping up, fish in the river systems are becoming active once again and the lake water is getting […]
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The Two “C’s” of Hardwater Fishing
The Two “C’s” of Hardwater Fishing Anyone that has bought a diamond engagement ring is probably familiar with the four “C’s” of diamond grading: cut, clarity, color & carat. These four items are what determine the overall quality of each individual diamond, so diamond shoppers pay very close attention to them. Similar to diamond grading, […]
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Farm Pond Fish Stocking Guide
Farm Pond Fish Stocking Guide: Best Fish, Tips, and Strategies for Iowa Ponds Last Father’s Day; in-laws from northern Iowa were visiting our farm. It was one of those early summer days when going fishing seems like a natural activity, and one of our guests is an avid fisherman. When I suggested we throw a […]
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September Fishing Tips
September Fishing Tips: How to Catch Fish During the ‘Tweener Month’ Transition So, here we are. You’ve made it through your first summer of serious research and development concerning your progress in the art of angling and now, instead of getting better, things seem to be getting worse as results go and the days are getting […]
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Top Five Flathead Baits
Top Five Flathead Baits In the world of catfishing it seems we hear about the mighty blue cat or the abundant channel cat more often than their big cousins with bad attitudes, the flathead. Ok, the flathead is pretty popular too. The anglers who love flatheads seem to have an addiction for catfish that is […]
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The Dog Days of Smallmouth: Reading the River
The Dog Days of Smallmouth: Reading the River Why Smallmouth Bass Move in Late Summer Fishing for smallmouth bass during the dog days of summer can feel frustrating—but it doesn’t have to be. When water temperatures rise and oxygen levels drop, smallmouth bass shift their behavior and location. Understanding how temperature, oxygen, food, and cover […]
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Three Surefire Presentations to Catch Bass Through the Ice
Three Surefire Presentations to Catch Bass Through the Ice Many ice fishermen around central Iowa spend the winter months targeting panfish through the ice. I am no exception; I love to catch big bull bluegills and slab crappies as much as the next person. Panfish are more than willing to bite during the winter and […]
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