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Catch your Biggest Bass Right Now

Catch your Biggest Bass Right Now By Todd Reed Spring is probably the most anticipated season of the year here in Iowa. Flowers start popping up, the grass is bright green, wildlife is everywhere and the chill of winter has left for another year. As outdoors people, our anticipation turns to enjoying the trails, perhaps […]

Iowa’s State Record Fish: Part II

Iowa’s State Record Fish: Part II By Ben Leal Last month we took a look at the current State records for perch, walleye, northern pike and muskellunge or musky as they are known. We also noted some areas where an angler might have a chance at landing that next record. With warming waters we’ll start […]

Improving Walleye and Musky Fishing in Iowa Project Update

Improving Walleye and Musky Fishing in Iowa Project Update By Ben Leal Walleye always seem to be at the top of our favorite fish to chase here in Iowa. March begins the Walleye spawning run in many rivers and lakes, tempting fishermen and women out of hibernation to chase after them just after ice-out. Musky…the […]

Iowa’s Bass Fishing

Iowa’s Bass Fishing By Todd Reed That thump on the end of the line can be ferocious at times and the jumps in the air so acrobatic. Only one fish in Iowa has those characteristics, the bass.  Bass fishing in Iowa can be had in all corners of the state. Ponds, lakes, rivers and large […]

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Iowa at its Finest Northeast Iowa Trout

Iowa at its Finest Northeast Iowa Trout By Earl Taylor “Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal, and give strength to the body and soul alike.” John Muir Little Paint. Sny Magill. Waterloo. Wexford. Bloody Run. Simple names that make my heart leap for […]

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 […]

Shallow Water Spring Walleyes

Shallow Water Spring Walleyes By Nick Johnson Springtime is that classic time of year when walleye anglers get to dust off the open water gear and pursue this beloved species of fish in a wide array of scenarios and presentation styles. As I have mentioned before, the spring prespawn, spawn and post spawn periods of […]

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 […]