When I guided, I made it a practice to step away from my anglers and let them fish. From a distance I would watch and see if I could discern the strengths and weaknesses in their game: why were they ...

Since fish are cold-blooded creatures, colder water temperatures significantly slow their activity. Thick ice and snow cover reduces light penetration, which slows underwater photosynthesis, depleting ...

What Are Planer Boards and Why Use Them? Planer boards are effective tools for fishing multiple lines to the side of your boat. Fishing with multiple lines (where legal) helps you cover a lot of water ...

I get asked by a lot of readers for tips on how they can catch more fish. That’s fair, since this is an outdoors column, isn’t it? Take a look at this in a different way, if you will. If you can’t ...

When it comes to recreating on ice, safety should always come first. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation urges anglers to keep these tips in mind when planning your next ice ...

If you’ve added ‘at-home aquarist’ to your resume recently, you may be searching for the best tips for taking care of fish, to ensure your finned friends are well looked after. These colorful and ...

Every angler out there has a special place in their heart for a certain species, and if you grew up in the Northeast or Midwest, it’s likely to be the yellow perch. These hardy little fish are ...

As a change of pace, this week’s column will feature a collection of short, how-to tips on both hunting and fishing.