Let’s talk safety for a minute – I know, it is not nearly as exciting as discussing the kayak or the fish… but it is essential to consider your fishing life vest – also called a personal flotation device (or PFD). Life vests are essential for all water sports. It is a mistake to think that because you may be a good swimmer, only fishing is calm water or just wading, that one is not needed for kayak fishing. However the properly selected and fitted fishing vest could keep you from becoming bait yourself. We get a number of inquiries from friends and fellow kayakers asking which is the proper fishing vest and what to consider when purchasing a vest used for kayak fishing. The various ranking systems and items can be confusing – so what do you really need and what is the safest?

Spearfishing is an example of an extreme sport whose popularity has risen to meteoric heights due to the fact that it challenges people to go beyond their comfort zones. It is no wonder therefore, why more people want to learn and master this fishing method that has been used for millennia. Read on to learn what equipment you’ll need and safety rules you’ll need to follow if you are to catch that elusive prey.

Choosing the correct bait to use when fishing for trout can be difficult. This article outlines some of the most popular and effective trout baits so that you can make sure that you are using one or all of them on your next trout fishing excursion.

If you are new to the act of fishing for rainbow trout, this article is for you. Great tips and tricks to help you catch more rainbow trout.

In this article I outline some of the best baits for smallmouth bass so that you can make sure that you have one (or all) of them available to you the next time that you head out onto the water. Great information for anyone who like to fish for smallmouth bass.