Today’s crappie lures come in a vast array of sizes, colors, patterns and actions. And that’s a good thing, because you never know where you’ll find these nomadic fish and what will trip their trigger ...

Striped bass are on the move daily. Jon Conklin, fishing guide, said the best striper fishing is between Prairie Creek park and Point 6. Shad or brood minnows are the best baits. Have a top-water lure ...

Sep. 7—Lake Lanier's current level has risen slightly from this past week. The rain has brought the lake up a little. Currently, the lake level is at 1,068.90 feet or 2.1 feet below the full pool of 1 ...

Swepco Lake: Kenny Stroud in Siloam Springs recommends using any soft plastic lures for black bass. Tube baits, plastic worms ...

Sometimes the best new lure to try is one that’s been a proven success for 50 years. The Beetle Spin’s broad appeal and ease of use make it a must-have for anglers of every age. The Beetle Spin pairs ...

Anglers who've been fishing most of their lives sometimes learn a lesson. Mike McBride hadn't made more than four casts when a crappie the size of a dinner plate nailed his small jig. His first fish ...

Chasing crappies is one of my favorite things to do. Crappie are abundant in lakes all over the country, aggressive biters, great sport on light tackle, and excellent table fare. From ice fishing to ...

April is an outdoorsman's paradise in Oklahoma. Turkey hunting begins, the morel mushrooms are popping up from the ground, and the fish are biting. In April, crappie move into the shallow water along ...

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. In the northern ...