Bob Nelson: With so many different types of fishing rod, how do you choose the right one?

Choosing the right fishing rod is just like selecting the proper golf club to make a shot. You do not see a golfer playing with just one club. He has a bag containing 14 different clubs. Each of these clubs helps him make a particular type of shot.

Hunting and fishing - Fri, 18 May 2012 PST

Fly fishing With area streams and rivers still high and fast, Northwest Outfitters in Coeur d’Alene recommends anglers turn to the lakes for their fly-fishing fix. Smallmouth and pike are hitting articulated leech patterns in Hayden and the south end of the Chain Lakes, and Cocolalla has been good for panfish and three different types of trout.

Find Fishing Gear Bargains in Eastern Connecticut at Local Auctions: A Fishing Guide

Fishing can become an expensive hobby, as you spend more and more money on tackle. Factor in the cost of a fishing license and what you may pay for various types of live bait, and your fishing outings can start to put a dent in your wallet. One solution I have found to counter some of these rising prices is to look for deals on fishing equipment. Here in eastern Connecticut, where I reside, I ...

Can There Really Be 85 Types Of Unnatural Links?

I apologize upfront for the title bait. If it worked, good. What’s ironic is I think if every link builder got together in the same room we actually could come up with 85 different types of unnatural links. That is assuming we could all agree on a definition for the term in the first place.

Creature features: Today's bass lures have an alien look

Nowadays when you visit your local tackle store, it almost seems like the aliens have landed.