Prioritise freshness when selecting deadbaits. Opt for smaller baits whenever possible, as they are easier for pike to pick ...

There is a small island in Michigan that is a great place to get away from it all. You can enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping ...

There are lots of different ways to fish for pike, whether you enjoy lure fishing, deadbaiting or fishing from a boat, the ...

Fishing is a fun outdoor activity loved by many people across the globe, whether it's a hobby or full-time career. Those who love to go fishing regularly might have spotted some eye-opening beasts ...

Fishing report compiled by California Outdoors Hall of Fame member Dave Hurley and edited by Roger George, who guides in the greater Fresno area and holds the striper record at Millerton Lake. The ...

Fishermen are always looking for a leg up. From a slew of new fishing apps to 'fish call' speakers, amateur and professional anglers alike seem to spend as much time searching for the next great ...

It was all steel and fighting heart, never letting up for a second — bucking, hammering, and slashing wildly. Illustration by Mel Phillips / Outdoor Life Men pay a price to see the unspoiled and ...

Getting into fishing is an exhilarating experience that makes you feel more connected to nature. Suddenly you’re part of one of the world’s oldest water sports. But a new hobby also means a lot of new ...

For anyone thinking about trying bass fishing on their own for the first time, a real bass fishing beginner, the vast amount of gear and choices available can be confusing and intimidating. You know ...

This story, “The Twelve Days,” appeared in the September 1956 issue of Outdoor Life. A few minutes before midnight of October 29, 1955, Tony Burmek and his brother Fred set out from Milwaukee, ...

Michigan's 2025-26 fishing license is required for individuals 17 and older fishing in public waters. A free fishing weekend, waiving license requirements, will take place June 7-8. The 2025-26 ...