Angler seated in a small boat holding up a freshly caught panfish on a fishing line. The boat is floating on a calm river bordered by forested shoreline, with fishing gear visible in the background.

Panfish: Easy Pickins

Looking for nonstop fishing action and great table fare? Discover the best panfish species across the U.S., including sunfish, crappie, perch, spot, croaker, and northern puffer, with expert tips on where to find them and how to catch more fish.
Angler holding a large blue catfish on a small boat in shallow marsh water

Ol’ Mr. Whiskers

Catfish are one of the most widespread, reliable freshwater fish in the U.S. Learn where to find, how to catch, and how to cook blue, channel, and flathead catfish—from ponds and rivers to lakes and bays.
Launching A Boat Singlehanded

Launching A Boat Singlehanded

Launching a boat solo can be challenging, but with a little practice and some know-how, you can refine a smooth, repeatable process.
The Trailer Traveler

The Trailer Traveler

Vacationing with your boat in tow sets up fresh scenarios for fun – if you can avoid the pitfalls produced by longer hauls at highway speed to unfamiliar terrain.
5 Hot Spring Bites

5 Hot Spring Bites

As the days grow longer and the breeze warmer, the angling action heats up. Make sure you don’t miss out on these top spring opportunities.
Fill ’er Up!

Fill ’er Up!

7 smart safety tips for fueling up at a roadside gas station with boat in tow.
The Shallows For Stripes

The Shallows For Stripes

After years of honing his crew job of ‘cooler scout,’ a Massachusetts angler developed these strategies for approaching and catching bass on the flats
Catch Your Own Crabs With A Trotline

Catch Your Own Crabs With A Trotline

Running a trotline for crabs is a great way to load your bushel basket. But prepping your boat properly is the key to success
Casting In Restricted Conditions

Casting In Restricted Conditions

In restricted conditions the common overhand cast simply won’t work. But these alternative casting methods will get the job done