Last Fishing Report before the 2016 Opener
Currently: We went out Saturday morning to the HWY 113 bridge to try again for some spring time catfish. We showed up for a few hours...
Madison, WI Fishing Report
The bite continues to be holding in warm, shallow water around Madison. Live bait, particularly crappie minnows have been producing...
So What’s up With Lead Core?
Most people have probably never even heard of lead core. No, it’s not a new genera of death metal, nor is it a new type of ammunition....
Walleye: Beyond the Basics - Trolling With Planer Boards
Well, I’ll just go ahead and say it: if you are serious about walleye fishing, you should be serious about trolling. However, common...
Madison, WI On Demand Fishing Report
The panfish bite is hot in shallow bays and the backs of creeks and channels. Some popular areas include the channel off of Squaw Bay,...
Spring Pike on the Fall
Springtime is by far my most favorite time of the year to fish. You get to go outside after being cooped up for months, use a normal...
The Right Tools for the Job Part 2: Choosing the Right Line for Walleye
Trying to find the perfect line while wandering down the endless aisles of super lines, braids, monofilaments, and fluorocarbons can be...
The Right Tools for the Job Part 1: Choosing the Right Rods for Walleyes
As a tournament angler, one of the most frequently asked questions I get is about which rods to use in certain situations. It is somewhat...
Summer Evening Shallow Walleyes
Let’s face it, summer is by far one of the most awesome times to fish all year. There’s just something about 70 degree temps, sunny clear...
Ice. Tip-ups. ACTION!
Targeting Walleye on Tip-ups Walleye are one of the most sought after gamefish here in the Midwest, both through the ice and open water....