1) A Great Way to Catch Pre-Spawn Bass (article)
This do-nothing method requires lots of patience, but it'll put fish in your livewell from late-winter through spring.
2) A K-9 First Aid Kit for the Field (article)
Over the last few years, I have found several items that come in handy for caring for my dog while in the field.
3) A Peek Into Archery's History (article)
The Archery Hall of Fame is going to be created with a setting that brings you back to the early days of modern archery -- and even further back in history.
4) A Perspective on the Pointing Labrador (article)
Watching a gifted and well trained pointing dog do its thing is to observe an absolute work of artistry.
5) A Season to Remember (article)
Everywhere we looked ducks dotted the horizon. It was enough to make a waterfowler gasp in awe.
6) Adams Dry Fly (article)
Step-by-step fly tying instructions with photos.
7) Add Pounds to Your Stringer (article)
Try these prespawn tips from some of the best pros and guides in the business to tap into a way-bigger class of bass.
8) Advanced Crappie Jigging Tactics (article)
Some of the top crappie guides in the nation share their secret jigging methods!
9) Adventures With Grizzly Bears (article)
A decade of adventures with Ursus arctos has led to some interesting, and dangerous, encounters. Think you're ready to give it a try?
10) Alaskan Moose Hunting (article)
An Alaskan Moose hunt can be expensive, but if you do a little research and hunt on your own, you can reduce those costs significantly. Learn how following Tracy Breen's do-it-yourself moose tips.
11) Amateur Spelunking (article)
Add a new twist to your outdoor excursions this summer -- try caving.
12) Amazing Dolphin (article)
Mahi-Mahi provide great sport, and they grow faster than almost anything in the seven seas.
13) An Excuse to Return (article)
The buck was wide, probably 22 inches of inside spread.
14) Baiting Summer Stripers (article)
Stripers are seldom thought of as summertime fish, but in the right place, with the right baits and presentations, you can experience some unbelievable action in hot weather with these monster predators.
15) Basic Boat Care (article)
How to keep your fishing rig looking good for years to come.
16) Bass on Poppers (article)
Bass are a natural "fly rod" fish because they spend a lot of time feeding on or near the surface of the water.
17) Beach Cobia (article)
Cobia are on the beach in the spring and looking for food. What better way to spend a calm morning than drifting off the beach waiting for a flotilla of cobia to come by!
18) Beadhead Pheasant Tail Nymph (article)
Step-by-step tying instructions with photos.
19) Beadhead Prince Nymph (article)
Step-by-step fly tying instructions with photos.
20) Best Bets for Big Summer Bass (article)
We've corralled five bass experts to take you on a milk run of the choicest summer hotspots.
21) Big Reds In The Bayou State (article)
Redfish -- considered by many anglers to be the "Cajun bonefish" -- screaming drags and rod-bending action is what fishing in Southwest Louisiana's Calcasieu Lake is all about.
22) Big-River Ducks (article)
A big river has a way of making a man in an open boat feel very small and vulnerable
23) Blackpowder Cottontails (article)
Looking for a special challenge? Try hunting rabbits with a primitive handgun.
24) Bowhunting Gobblers (article)
Harvesting a stick-and-string Tom is extremely challenging, but it's not impossible. Learn how to take your first bow turkey with this bowhunting turkey guide.
25) Bridging the Gap for Crappie (article)
Increase your catch of slab-sides this year by learning how to effectively fish bridges.
26) Browning Citori Spinning Rod (article)
Each Citori rod delivers uncompromising strength and durability.
27) Building the Perfect Bass Jig (article)
Not all jigs are created equal. Look beyond the fancy skirts and attractive packaging for fish-catching potential.
28) Cachuma Lake: An Angler's Paradise (article)
Cachuma Lake is stunning in all its rugged, untamed beauty. Besides being a trophy largemouth reservoir, Cachuma is also ideal for hiking, horseback riding, picnicking or just sitting on the bow of a guided cruise up the lake.
29) Canoe and Kayak Trolling Tactics (article)
Canoes and kayaks provide a silent, stealthy method for fishing smaller waters. Moreover, the surge-and-drift movement of these crafts across the water's surface imparts a deadly action on the baits being trolled.
30) Catch and Release Shouldn't Apply to Christmas Gifts (article)
Here are 10 ideas that keep on giving.
31) Catch Crappie in Grassy Lakes (article)
Is your favorite crappie hole clogged with grass? Learn these tactics to put more fish in your livewell.
32) Catch Crappie in Unexpected Places (article)
What you're about to learn will open your eyes to unexploited crappie fishing possibilities close to home.
33) Catch Lunker Bass From Cold, Muddy Water (article)
Try these tricks when conditions get tough on your favorite lake or river.
34) Catch Tackle-Bustin' Stripers (article)
Landlocked stripers abound in cool reservoirs and rivers nationwide. Here's how to get in on the action!
35) Catching Black Drum on the Run (article)
When big black drum are spawning, even shore-bound anglers can get in on the action.
36) Catching Hawgs on Top (article)
Understanding what to use and when to throw it is the most important part of the topwater game.
37) Change Up for Brook Trout (article)
There's nothing like a small backwoods lake, especially when fishing it for the very first time. You rarely see another angler, and you're rewarded with a sense of adventure, solitude, and discovery that's hard to beat.
38) Checklist for Successful Squirrel Stalking (article)
Fifteen tips to help you bag a limit of squirrels this season.
39) Chinook Salmon on Alaska's Kenai River (article)
The Kenai River is the most famous river in Alaska -- and quite possibly the entire world -- for Chinook salmon. If an Alaskan salmon trip is in your future, read the following article to find out the best times and tactics for monster kings.
40) Chumming for Tarpon (article)
When tarpon roam the beaches and inlets in search of food, that's the perfect time to chum for tarpon. Learn the tactics used to chum for "silver kings" in this introduction to chum fishing.
41) Cleaning Your Boat From Top to Bottom (article)
Follow these simple steps to make your boat shine like the day you bought it -- even if it is a few years older.
42) Clear-Water Crappie Tactics (article)
The next time you fish a crappie lake that's clear as gin, try some of these tips.
43) Cobia Fly-By (article)
Cobia can be frustrating at times. In the fishing world, they often personify the use of the term "patience".
44) Cold Water Bass Lures (article)
If you've had trouble scoring strikes when the water temp drops below 50 degrees, study these tips from fishing's top pros and guides to heat up your next bass outing.
45) Cook Your Goose (article)
Here are several ways to prepare a snow goose that's so tasty, you'll always volunteer to bring home the geese.
46) Coping With Spiders, Biters and Stinging Swarms (article)
Outdoor pests make us swat, squat, dodge, wave, stumble, mumble and curse. But mostly they make us itch.
47) Countdown to Bow Season (article)
Eight things every bowhunter should do before the bow deer season.
48) Coy as a Coyote (article)
Coyotes are quick learners with long memories. Be ready before you begin sounding like a meal.
49) Crankin' Clearly (article)
Crankbaits can be deadly in clear water if you use the right approach.
50) Crankin' Reservoir Smallmouths (article)
Two legendary smallmouth guides present options for crankin' reservoirs that will tap you into all the heart-pounding excitement these great gamefish are capable of dishing out.
51) Crankin' Up Grouper (article)
There's nothing like watching a trolling rod double over with a big grouper on the end of your line. It's easy and exciting sport.
52) Cranking Up Summer Crappie (article)
If trophy-class slabs are what you're after, give crankbaits a try using the pro tactics outlined below. Chances are you'll catch the biggest panfish you've ever seen!
53) Crappie Fishing During Spring's Spawn (article)
Don't miss out on the year's best action. Be on the water when crappie are on their beds and take advantage of this spring fishing bonanza.
54) Creating Your Own Deer Hunting Club (article)
If you're willing to make the extra effort, forming a club is one of the best ways to be assured of good hunting.
55) Creative Camping (article)
When I was about 15, we had our first serious campout. By "serious" I mean we actually brought food to cook -- not food to open.
56) Credit River Journal (article)
A two-day power-tour of some of the best fly-fishing destinations in southern Ontario.
57) Dancing the Saltwater Jig (article)
Jigs are versatile and very effective. They can be fished at any depth, and they'll catch almost every species that swims.
58) Deep Drop Fishing (article)
All up and down the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico, fish can be found living in depths ranging from 200 to 3000 feet. Learn the specific techniques and specialized gear you need to catch these deep-water dwellers in this deep drop fishing primer.
59) Deep-Water Bass Patterns (article)
Try these super-deep bass tactics for a fantastic fall outing!
60) Del and the Kid (article)
The boy's heart raced. "God, let me catch a big one," he thought, "and I'll be the best kid in town."
61) Drop Shotting Smallmouth Bass (article)
Usually thought of as a largemouth technique, drop-shot fishing can be very effective on smallmouth bass too. Learn how to rig and effectively fish this presentation in the following article.
62) Dry and Wet-Fly Line Mending Techniques (article)
While mending isn't a technique quickly mastered, it is a skill that serious fly anglers need to digest in order to make the most realistic presentations possible.
63) Duck Recipes (article)
The pronounced, pleasing flavor of duck can serve as the basis for a wide variety of mouth-watering recipes.
64) Ducks Deserve Better (article)
Even with strong duck populations, it's every waterfowler's duty to protect the sport by adhering to the rules.
65) Economic Stimulus: Go Fish (article)
According to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service economist Dr. Jim Caudill, expenditures by trout fishermen in the Southeast have a tremendous effect on local and regional economies.
66) Emergency Fishing Techniques (article)
If you're stranded near a waterway, fish are one possible source of food. All fish are edible, and nearly all are tasty.
67) Eye-Level Snookerama (article)
Wade-fishing for monster snook around the mangroves of Charlotte Harbor isn't a sport for the faint of heart.
68) Fall Muskie Strategies (article)
Fall fishing is physically and mentally demanding, but all it takes is one fish to dispel doubts and keep you searching for the next big, fall muskie. These strategies should help you reach that goal this season.
69) Favorite Cobia Lures (article)
"Lemonfish" will soon be appearing at a Gulf Coast port near you. Here's what you need to catch them.
70) Field Care of Your Gobbler (article)
Proper handling of a turkey begins even before you shoot it.
71) Finding and Catching Cold-Water Slabs (article)
Learn where and how to catch monster slabs in frigid water from Tennessee's top crappie guides.
72) First Ice Splake (article)
Fishing for Splake is often the best during the first few weeks just after the lake freezes.
73) First Tarpon (article)
The author has battled many "silver kings" from Texas to Florida over the years, but he'll never forget the one that got him started.
74) Fish Current for Summer Slabs (article)
Current breathes life into the ecosystem of river-run reservoirs and can be responsible for a tremendous crappie bite...if you know how to fish it properly.
75) Fishing Alaska's Lake Clark National Park (article)
Alaskan fishing at its best. Postcard-perfect lakes packed with a kaleidoscope of species, including Sockeye salmon, Arctic char, Arctic grayling, Dolly Varden, lake trout and northern pike.
76) Fishing Docks for Slab Crappie (article)
Docks can deliver an awesome stringer of slabs if fished smart, but not every dock has potential as good crappie habitat. Here are some important factors to look for when evaluating these man-made structures.
77) Fishing the Chum Slicks (article)
Learning these few tips about shrimpers and trawlers can put you onto some really big fish.
78) Fishing the Hex Hatch (article)
If you are planning to fish a Hex hatch, don't worry about getting up early and beating the sun.
79) Fishing with Pogies (article)
Fishing with pogies requires a bit of specialization, but no more than the average angler can handle.
80) Flavorful Game is in the Bag (article)
When your dinner-in-a-bag is in the oven, you can forget about it -- no tending, basting or stirring.
81) Flipping Jigs Under the Full Moon (article)
Typical baits such as topwaters, cranks and spinnerbaits will always catch fish at night, but flipping jigs can be bona fide big bass producers.
82) Fly Fishing for Browns on New Zealand's Lake Rotoroa (article)
New Zealand is one of the world's great angling destinations, and Lake Rotoroa -- isolated and unspoiled -- is considered to be the crown jewel of South Island's Nelson Lakes National Park.
83) Fly Fishing for King Salmon (article)
Catching salmon on a fly rod requires a unique understanding of quarry and presents fly anglers with one of the toughest challenges in the sport.
84) Fly-Fishing With Caddis (article)
In general, caddis-fly larvae can be found by looking on the river bottom clinging to sticks and stones.
85) Foam Bass Popper (article)
Step-by-step fly tying instructions with photos.
86) Foiled Again (article)
Camp cooking doesn't have to be hard. A little aluminum foil goes a long way.
87) Forecast Your Duck Hunting Success (article)
It pays to know how weather conditions influence duck movements.
88) Fred Bear Museum (article)
A glimpse into the life of "The Father of Modern Archery."
89) Freestyle Jigging (article)
Improve your spoon-fishing game with the freestyle jigging system.
90) Fringe Benefit Gobblers (article)
Don't follow the pack -- stay ahead of it and enjoy the benefits of your effort.
91) Gar in the Pan (article)
Don't believe the old saw that garfish aren't worth bringing to the dinner table.
92) Getting a Fix on Kingfish (article)
The best stocks of kingfish are easily pinpointed -- off the coastlines of Louisiana and Texas. Here's how to get in on the action.
93) Getting Bitten by the Camping Bug (article)
Take a break from the normal rhythm of life -- kick back on a camping trip.
94) Getting the Drop on Spring Bass (article)
Drop-shotting is a great way to catch bass in spring, whether they're shallow or deep.
95) Getting Tough on Tough Crappie (article)
Let's look at some tips offered by expert anglers that can help you catch crappie when things get tough.
96) Getting Your Dog in Prime Hunting Condition (article)
Getting a dog ready for any kind of bird hunting takes groundwork and effort.
97) Glass Bedding a Rifle (article)
Bedding a rifle doesn't require voodoo or even luck...but patience helps.
98) Go Hog Wild! (article)
The variety of legal hog hunting methods is just one of the things that have drawn people to the sport. Seasons are very liberal, and you can find a good hog hunt any time of year.
99) Go With the Flow for Monster Smallmouths (article)
Wherever you live, chances are there's a nearby river jammed with big, bad bronzebacks.
100) Gobblers that Don't (article)
Gobblers that keep their bills shut and their heads down live longer and grow gray beards. Incorporate the following techniques into your spring hunt to harvest these silent gobblers.
101) Hail to the Grouper (article)
When grouper are biting, it's great fishing. The down side is they're much more picky than other bottom fish.
102) Harvesting Wild Leeks (article)
These delicacies pop right up from the ground just asking to be pulled on your walk home from fishing.
103) Headwaters For Prespawn Bass (article)
The headwaters reaches of your favorite lake provide ideal conditions for attracting huge numbers of early spring bass.
104) Heavy-Metal Crappie (article)
Want to put more crappie in your boat? Do like Harold Morgan suggests and add some heavy metal to the end of your line.
105) Helping a New Turkey Hunter Helps Us All (article)
If you've achieved some level of success as a turkey hunter, you might consider becoming an occasional tutor yourself.
106) How Cold are Your Puppies? (article)
There are a few things to keep in mind to make sure your dog returns home from the cold weather with smiles.
107) How Not to Get Lost (article)
Daniel Boone said he had never been lost, but he did admit to being "mighty disoriented for several days in a row."
108) How to Win River Bass Tournaments (article)
If your next tournament is on a river, here's how to fish your way into the winner's circle.
109) How Water Color Impacts Crappie Patterns (article)
Three top crappie guides explain the role of water color when determining crappie patterns.
110) Humor -- Borrowing Gear (article)
Twenty-five simple excuses for when your buddy's gear attain some "character marks."
111) Humps Hold Fish (article)
For those willing to put in the legwork for finding these out-of-the-way spots, the fishing can be non-stop and action-packed.
112) Hunting Farmland Deer (article)
Woodlands are the traditional hunting grounds of many deer hunters, but the biggest bucks often are found in farm country.
113) Hunting for Directions (article)
Lost. The word itself opens old memories and brings stories to the tips of most camper's tongues.
114) Hunting the Snakehead: Angling Tactics from Asia (article)
The beady eyes of a snakehead lend it a reptilian appearance.
115) Hunting with Youngsters (article)
"Leave your gun in the truck," my friend said when we arrived at our hunting spot. "This is kids-only hunting. Adults can only supervise."
116) Hybrid Bass One-Two Punch (article)
Hybrids, wipers, hybrid stripers, sunshine bass -- whatever you call 'em, these bad boys will put a serious bend in your rod.
117) Ice Fishing for Lake Trout (article)
Pack your bobbing gear and ice shelter and travel to the Chequamegon Bay area. Not only do big lakers await you, but the breathtaking scenery does too.
118) Ice Fishing for Panfish (article)
Remote locations combined with untouched shorelines can be hot beds for big dinner plate panfish.
119) In Praise of 'Cudas (article)
If barracudas were great to eat, they might have more of a following among
anglers -- especially those who favor light tackle.
120) In Pursuit of Golden Eye (article)
100 fish days make for fly-fishing high-adventure and great memories
121) Interview with Brad Harris (article)
Noted call maker Brad Harris talks with OutdoorSite about elk calling.
122) It's Not About Killing; It's About Hunting (article)
When the hunt is over and my game bag is empty, I'm still thankful for the day I've had.
123) Jerkin' Tailwater Trout (article)
Trout fishing below our nation's hydroelectric dams can be phenomenal.
124) Jigging Ice for Bluegill (article)
Not many things compare to a consistent bluegill bite through the ice, especially if taken on light line and tackle.
125) Jigging with the Fuzz-E-Grub (article)
When walleyes are in a neutral or negative feeding mode, the Fuzz-E-Grub can really turn the fish on.
126) Juglines for Catfish (article)
"Catfish go berserk on a jugline. They run all over creation, and chasing after them is half the fun!" Jim Moyer, Catfish Guide
127) Jump Shooting Ducks (article)
Interested in waterfowl but lacking the duck boat, dog and decoys? Use these jump-shooting tips to bag birds without all the expensive gear.
128) Kasilof Kings & Cook Inlet Halibut (article)
With two adjoining bodies of water, Kasilof kings and Cook Inlet halibut can be boated in the same day.
129) Kayak Fishing for Big Game (article)
Offshore kayak fishing isn't for the faint of heart. Read on to learn the pro's secrets for safely landing big fish from plastic boats.
130) Keeping Your Dog Fit Through the Summer (article)
Proper exercise helps trim excess poundage, toughen soft feet, tone flabby muscles and build stamina and lung power.
131) Kentucky Stripers in Lake Cumberland (article)
For anglers seeking true stripers, there is really only one place to start: Lake Cumberland. This 63,000-acre impoundment, located in central Kentucky near the Tennessee state line, is one of the top striped bass destinations in the nation.
132) King of Bucks (article)
Deer hunters have never seen anything like the King of Bucks collection, which includes more than 200 of the world's largest trophy deer.
133) Lake Fork: Big Bass Capitol of Texas (article)
Lake Fork's 27,000 surface acres contain vast amounts of standing timber. Combine this with aquatic vegetation, underwater creeks, ridges and humps, and it's easy to see why Lake Fork continuously out-produces all other Texas lakes combined.
134) Late-Season Bushytails (article)
Hunting squirrels during the cold season calls for a switch in tactics.
135) Late-Season Mallards (article)
Toward the end of the season, after ducks have been called to and shot at for months, waterfowling gets tough. You'll need to adjust your calling tactics and hunting locations accordingly. Read on to find out more.
136) Late-Season Tips for Super Slabs (article)
Before hanging up your poles for the winter, read what follows. We've gathered a stringer-full of late-season crappie tips from some of the best guides in the country to extend your season and help put you on some of the biggest crappie of the year!
137) Late-Winter Whitetails (article)
The primary factor in hunting late-season deer is the availability of food.
138) Launch-Ramp Etiquette (article)
Launching and loading a boat can be a simple chore with a little preparation and practice.
139) Lazy Days, Small Streams and Southern Catfish (article)
Fishermen armed with minimal tackle, bait and knowledge can enjoy this almost-untapped resource with pleasing consistency.
140) Lessons Learned by Longbeards (article)
All turkey hunters learn from the birds they pursue, or they should.
141) Lifting for Sheepshead (article)
Knowing just a few tips can help put some of these tasty fish on your table.
142) Lite My Fire (article)
A camp without a campfire is anything but cheerful. A fire warms not only the body but the spirit as well.
143) Live-Bait Secrets for Giant Stripers (article)
Serious about tangling with a trophy? You'd be wise to put something squirmy on the end of your line.
144) Long-Distance Song Dogs (article)
Coyotes that have been hunted become cautious. So, before you go running-and-gunning for coyotes, maybe it's time to plan a new long-range hunting strategy.
145) Lures for Wood, Rock and Weeds (article)
Selecting the right bait for the cover you're fishing is at the heart of every successful bass outing.
146) Mad Deer Disease a Threat (article)
Right now scientists have more questions than answers about "Mad Deer Disease."
147) Manage Your Land for More Squirrels (article)
Squirrels can be managed, just as deer can be managed.
148) Manners on the Line (article)
If you want a dog with great spirit and enthusiasm, then create that atitude at your side.
149) Marinades, Rubs and Sauces (article)
Marinades are excellent for basting grilled meat, and can be served on the side as a sauce.
150) Mason-Dixon Muskies (article)
While most don't realize it, world-class muskellunge can be caught south of the Mason-Dixon Line. Here's the lowdown on where and how to catch these behemoth fish.
151) Mexico's Lake Baccarac (article)
Sizzlin' Bass South of the Border!
152) Mid-Winter Boat Checkup (article)
Even if you're using your fishing boat through the winter months, now's a good time to give it a thorough examination.
153) Mini Jig Fishing for Trout (article)
Mini jig fishing is great for everyone in your family because it is easy to do, fun and flat out catches fish.
154) Monster Blues of the Muddy Missouri River (article)
Thanks to the 1992 ban on commercial fishing and the huge floods of 1993 and 1995, monster blue catfish are common in the Missouri River. Here's what you need to know to find and catch 'em.
155) Mooching for Salmon (article)
On the west coast from California to Alaska, moochers can be found fishing for salmon.
156) More Than a Food Plot: Minerals for Deer (article)
Minerals play an important part in deer nutrition, herd health and antler development.
157) Mule Deer Dreams (article)
Attention to the "Dos" and "Don'ts" can mean a filled deer tag, or an empty frying pan.
158) Musing Over Natural Baits for Cobia (article)
Cobia have earned the reputation as a finicky customer, parading around the boat, driving anglers mad by refusing to eat.
159) Muskies on Bass Tackle (article)
You don't have to invest in an arsenal of exotic and expensive equipment to catch big muskellunge.
160) Mystifying Muskie (article)
Angling for "the fish of 10,000 casts" on Minnesota's Lake of the Woods.
161) Natural Baits for Cobia (article)
When Cobia won't have anything else to eat, give them a little live bait.
162) Neck Turning Hand Loads (article)
Many handloaders believe neck turning their cartridge cases helps them achieve greater accuracy with their guns. Author Jason Baird puts this theory to the test; you might be surprised by his results.
163) Ode to the King (article)
Kingfish are hot this summer, and nowhere is the action hotter than along the sweltering Gulf Coast.
164) Off-Season Kenai Kings (article)
Landing Trophy Chinook Between Runs
165) Offshore Bass (article)
Know where the big bass are hiding in your home lake? They're probably suspending offshore. Find out how to catch 'em in this article.
166) Overcoming Spring's Greatest Bass Fishing Challenges (article)
Florida pro Shaw Grigsby and Alabama pro Gerald Swindle reveal how they deal with all the negatives that the spring season is notorious for dishing.
167) Overlooked Spring Bass Hotspots (article)
Where will you be fishing this spring?
168) Oversized Options for Big Bass (article)
Almost every angler has a big bait hidden somewhere in their tackle box. For some, it's all they use. For others, it's what they use if all else fails. One thing's for certain: big baits are scarily effective if you know how to fish them properly.
169) Oxbow Crappie (article)
It's not uncommon to fish all day on a little backcountry oxbow and never see another boat. And when the crappie are biting, there's only one way to describe it. It's heaven on earth.
170) Panoesteitis-Labrador Retrievers (article)
The intermittent character of the disease makes both assessment and treatment difficult.
171) Paper Memories (article)
My journal isn't reporter's notes or a travel guide or an address book. It's more than that.
172) Passing on the Tradition (article)
Take a child hunting this year. If hunting is to survive, it's something we all must do.
173) Passport to Private Lands Hunting (article)
If your public hunting areas are getting crowded, try these tips to gaining access to private land.
174) Perch Ice-Fishing Strategies (article)
Perch are one of winter's best sport fish. If you can't get one school to bite, odds are you can find another group that's ready to go!
175) Picking a Puppy (article)
There is something to picking a puppy, if you have the ability to see the dogs beyond just a rolling bunch of furry pups.
176) Pitching Pilchards to Snook (article)
Tossing lures and flies to actively feeding snook is a lot of fun, no doubt. But for persnickety snook, pitching pilchards is the formula for fast action.
177) Planer Board Stripers (article)
So much for angling as a gentle persuasion -- this is industrial-strength fishing!
178) Planting Isn't the Only Way to Attract Doves (article)
The following dove habitat management projects are both easy and inexpensive, allowing almost anyone with the requisite space to create a wingshooting haven of their very own.
179) Pocket Water Trout Fishing (article)
The answer to catching trophy trout is sometimes as easy as taking a hop, skip and a short climb.
180) Poor Man's Grand Slam (article)
The one-season slam is the grail of turkey hunting and the ultimate challenge for today's hunter.
181) Poor Man's Tarpon (article)
From February through May and June you can find this thrill all along the eastern seaboard!
182) Popsicle Pond Cats (article)
Think it's too cold to fish? Well, there's likely a pond nearby with channel cat willing to prove you wrong.
183) Powerhouse Smallies (article)
In river-run reservoirs, cool water, plenty of dissolved oxygen, a tremendous forage base and lots of rock and gravel for spawning add up to near-perfect conditions for producing trophy-class smallies.
184) Predator Hunting With The Pros (article)
National Coyote Calling Champions Al Morris and Steve Collins share their secret tactics for predator hunting success.
185) Probing the Depths with Deep Droppers (article)
Sending baited hooks down almost a fifth of a mile isn't for everyone, but it is a kick to catch and see new fish. Tasty ones, too. For deep-drop fishing tactics and tackle suggestions, read on.
186) Pronghorn Forecast (article)
Compared to more glamorous species such as elk and mule deer, the pronghorn offers a relatively inexpensive yet exciting hunt. Chances of seeing a legal buck are high, and few hunters will go through a season without seeing at least one shootable buck.
187) Proper Nutrition for Working Dogs (article)
Choosing the right dog food, and following a proper feeding regimen, is one of the best ways to keep your hunting dog healthy.
188) Prowling for Predators (article)
Rarely does a hunter encounter a quarry as challenging as he does when pursuing coyotes, fox or bobcats.
189) Put a Spin on Crappie Fishing (article)
Jig and minnows aren't the only effective crappie-catchers around.
190) Rabbits & Beagles: Tips From an Expert (article)
The hurly-burly of a pack of beagles running a rabbit is heavenly music to the hunter's ears.
191) Rapid Transit (article)
Ways to gain more control of your fishing boat and increase safety.
192) Reading Turkey Body Language (article)
Watching an old gobbler strut his way into gun range can be both thrilling and nerve racking, especially if he gives you the slip.
193) Red-Hot Bass in Arizona's Roosevelt Lake (article)
The granddaddy of all Arizona reservoirs, Roosevelt Lake boasts the state record smallmouth at 7.96 pounds. Largemouth and smallmouth are equally abundant, and crappies weighing over 1 pound are frequently taken.
194) Red-Tailed Catfish (article)
Hooking a big red-tailed cat is easy, but landing one isn't!
195) Redfish on an Incoming Tide (article)
Low tide, a quiet boat, incoming current, and a good creek all come together to make for some fine redfish action.
196) Renovate for Bobwhites (article)
The bobwhite will survive. But how well it prospers depends largely on the efforts of the hunter and private landowner.
197) Reverse Psychogeography for Spring Crappie (article)
Identify key crappie spawning habitat and work in reverse for springtime success.
198) Rifle Test on a Prairie Dog Shoot (article)
Author Jason Baird puts an AR-15 style gun in a head-to-head contest against a bolt-action rifle on a South Dakota varmint hunt. Find out how each firearm fared on this family prairie-dog shoot.
199) River Bass During the Spawn (article)
Lake fishing is fun, but if you want to experience the most exciting and most challenging form of bass fishing, big rivers are where it's at.
200) Rootin' Out Giant Spring Smallmouths With Crawfish Crankbaits (article)
The real key to catching bass on a crayfish-imitating crankbait is capturing the herky-jerky movements of this little crustacean.
201) Rotisserie Revival (article)
Spit-roasted game is tender and juicy inside, with a parchment-crisp exterior. No other method of cooking brings out the rich natural flavor that makes wild game such a special treat.
202) Running Competitive Events, Some Thoughts (article)
Don't let the competition get to your head. Its still just a weekend event.
203) Saltwater Fly-Fishing Adventures (article)
Hot bonefish action in Mexico!
204) Score Monster Bass in High Water (article)
You'll view high water as a golden opportunity rather than a disaster once you put the following advice from bass fishing legends Bill Dance, Ron Shuffield and Jim Rivers into practice.
205) Score Slabs from Rocky Lakes (article)
Three top guides who earn their living fishing rocky lakes share their expertise to help you score slabs from these challenging bodies of water.
206) Scouting Strategies for Spring Turkey (article)
Pre-season scouting equates to consistent success in the spring turkey woods. Try these tactics to locate roosting trees, strut zones and other high-use areas.
207) Scouting: The Essential First Step in Deer Hunting (article)
Don't overlook the importance of studying the many clues left by deer.
208) Seasonal Sauger Strategies (article)
As your area fisheries cool down, try this three-phase approach to extend your sauger season.
209) Second Coming of the American Cocker (article)
Pound for pound, the American cocker spaniel is the toughest gun dog out there -- and it's making a comeback.
210) Shallow-Water Crankin' (article)
A short-billed crankbait fished slowly through the shallows is potent on springtime bass.
211) Shotgun Stock Fitting (article)
One of the most important things you can do to improve your shooting is get a proper fit on your shotgun stock. If your gunstock isn't as comfortable as your favorite t-shirt, read on to find out how to get a proper fit.
212) Simple Snares for Survival (article)
Catching table fare when you're in desperate need is something every outdoorsman should know how to do.
213) Smallies in Sasquatch Country (article)
Trophy Smallmouth Bass in California's Trinity Lake
214) Smallmouth Are Different (article)
The bronzeback's unpredictable nature makes it challenging to even the most accomplished bass anglers.
215) Snagging Paddlefish (article)
Snagging offers anglers an opportunity to battle with one of the most primitive and bizarre-looking freshwater creatures in North America -- the illusive paddlefish.
216) Snowshoe Hares the Hard Way (article)
Got the wintertime blues? Try hunting snowshoe hares. You'll enjoy the solitude and tranquility of the winter woods and see the beauty of an untouched landscape.
217) Soft-Plastic Baits for Bass (article)
Soft-plastics come in many designs, sizes, and colors for various fishing situations.
218) Southwest Montana Trout (article)
Cliff Lake and Wade Lake -- hidden jewels once traversed by Lewis and Clark on their historic journey west -- offer pristine habitat and produce some of the best shallow-water rainbow and cutthroat action anywhere.
219) Spawn-Time Redfish (article)
Hooking giant reds when they move into passes to spawn is catch-and-release fishing at its finest.
220) Spawning-Run Stripers (article)
Two legendary Tennessee striper guides discuss how to pinpoint giant striper locations before, during and after their annual spring spawning run.
221) Spider Rigging for Crappie (article)
Crappie aren't hard to catch, but they can be hard to find. Spider rigging can help you overcome that problem. To learn more about this crappie catching tactic, read on.
222) Spring Pike Fly Fishing (article)
Fly anglers don't need to be pike experts to catch the toothy critters. Anglers simply need a basic understanding of pike behavior and feeding habits.
223) Spring Stripers on Light Tackle (article)
For fun and excitement that will make your hair stand on end, try light tackle on your early spring striped bass adventures.
224) Spring-Break Jacks (article)
The powerful jack crevalle seems to create mayhem wherever it goes.
225) Squeeze-Play Rabbits (article)
Team hunting tactics can work wonders to improve your rabbit hunting success.
226) Sticks and Stones (article)
Stoneflies require well-oxygenated, high quality water, making their prime habitat fast, riffled stretches of pristine river.
227) Storm Deep Thunderstick Jr. (article)
Troll deep to find scattered walleyes.
228) Structure Your Dove Hunting (article)
Numerous doves flew into the field, from all directions. Occasionally one passed by close enough for a shot, but for the most part, they blazed by out of range.
229) Summer Hoppers and Brown Trout (article)
Hopper patterns are basically large dry flies that require no soft, subtle presentation.
230) Super Slab Crappies on Artificial Lures (article)
Big crappies are more abundant than ever thanks to vigorous stocking programs and enlightened management practices.
231) Suspending Jerkbaits for Bass (article)
Dig past the hype and mystery surrounding Suspending Jerkbaits and find out when, where and how to fish these amazing artificials.
232) Tackling the Bass Spawn (article)
When the Bass are "locked on" the fishing gets great.
233) Tactics for Fall Turkeys (article)
Walter Parrott, RedHead Pro Hunting Team member, describes how he hunts the ghost of the autumn woods.
234) Tactics for Ozark River Smallmouth (article)
Clear-water streams and rivers abound in the Ozarks. Learn how bronzeback aficionados have refined their techniques to catch these brawlers.
235) Targeting Edges for Largemouth Bass (article)
Learning to identify edges and understanding how bass relate to edge areas will help you catch more and bigger fish.
236) Targeting Summer Flounder (article)
Knowing the habits of summer flounder can help put a mess of these flatfish on your dinner table.
237) Targeting Wintertime White Bass (article)
If the winter fishing itch gets too much to bear, give "sandies" a try.
238) Team Ice Fishing (article)
Don't let the spirit of cooperation, communication and strategy disappear after you winterize your boat and move onto the ice.
239) The Amazing Tripletail (article)
Three times the tail means three times the fight.
240) The Amazing World of the Bobcat (article)
I looked again beneath the tree. A large male bobcat sat there. He was looking up at the fox squirrel, licking his muttonchop whiskers.
241) The Amazon's Most Awesome (article)
Peacock bass demonstrate three qualities that make them an ideal angling target: they are territorial; they mouth brood and they have ravenous
appetites.
242) The Bronze Age (article)
Smallmouth fishing on Lake St. Clair has never been better. Grab your your fly gear and head to Michigan for some fast bronzeback action!
243) The Crafty Coyote (article)
Almost every conversation concerning the coyote is centered on topics of what it stalks and eats.
244) The Elk Hunt (article)
A photo essay of a September blackpowder elk hunt.
245) The Future of Bass Fishing (article)
What will fishing be like 20 years from now? Experts share their predictions.
246) The Hunters Who Came Before (article)
Every time I find an arrowhead from the past, I feel a great kinship to the ancient craftsman who made it.
247) The Importance of Weeds (article)
Seek out the weeds this season, and see what lurks within.
248) The Inside Scoop on Super-Shallow Crankbaits (article)
Super-shallow crankbaits can be used in an amazing number of common bass fishing scenarios. Here's where you should be fishing 'em, plus some inside tips guaranteed to increase your strike percentage.
249) The Jig is up for White Bass (article)
Call these fish the great whites. What they lack in size, they make up for in sheer numbers and feeding ferocity.
250) The Lost Brook Trout of New Zealand (article)
The world-class rainbow and brown trout fisheries get all of the glory and attention, yet the brook trout of New Zealand is a footnote of a fish.
251) The Outdoor Tradition -- Pass It On (article)
The enjoyment you experience from trips afield can be immediately doubled by taking another person with you. Young and old alike want to learn about the outdoors. They simply need a little of your time.
252) The Panhandle is an Outdoorsman's Paradise (article)
Hunting galore -- the Panhandle boasts more bang for you buck when it comes to wingshooting and big game.
253) The Price of Quality (article)
Can your choice of reel and rod really make a difference in your casting ability?
254) The Sound That Stirs My Soul (article)
I can't remember many details about that first hunt, except for the thrill that went through me when they gobbled that first time. It changed me forever.
255) The Sunset Bull (article)
The biggest problem with elk is finding them, and that often takes time -- lots of it.
256) The Tempting Taste of Fish (article)
Go and grab an apron - Fish Cooking 101 is about to begin.
257) The Versatile Walking Staff (article)
"A hiking stick helps make the miles glide by."
258) The Wonders of Worm Weights (article)
Rigging up can be a simple chore, yet deciding on the variation and style of weight can be a bit bewildering.
259) Timely Teal Tactics (article)
One of the smallest duck species, teal provide waterfowlers a chance to tune up their dogs and shooting before the big ducks arrive later in the season.
260) Tips & Tactics for Trophy Flatheads (article)
Fishing for monster yellow cats calls for special tactics, plus plenty of patience. Here's some advice on how to go about it.
261) Tips for Blacktips (article)
Shark populations have been under tremendous stress and overharvest for the past 20 years, but the blacktip seems to be hanging in there.
262) Tips to Tidy Up Camp (article)
Everybody wants to make camping easier -- here's how.
263) Toadin' for Bass (article)
Learn to use these amphibian imitations to increase your weigh-in numbers and bolster your bragging rights.
264) Today's Turkey is Tougher to Hunt (article)
A wild turkey is, after all, a bird, with a brain that would rattle around in a ping-pong ball. How smart can he be?
265) Top Spots for Channel Cats (article)
Where to go for the best channel cat fishing in North America.
266) Tournament Paintball Tactics (article)
Increase your effectiveness out on the field using these sound tournament paintball tactics.
267) Trail Boss, Case Mysteries and Powder Charts (article)
Not a grain of unburned powder, good accuracy, and the low recoil I expect from a low velocity handload.
268) Trailing Shot Deer (article)
Up your odds of recovering a whitetail after the shot by trying these tried-and-true search methods.
269) Travel: Texas Shooting Preserves (article)
A good alternative to traditional bird hunting.
270) Treestand Safety Guidelines (article)
Stay safe up there!
271) Trick Worm Tactics (article)
Three top pros discuss when and where they fish the floating worm. Take careful note -- each of these competitors has won thousands of dollars fishing these buoyant baits.
272) Triggering Hardwater Crappie (article)
To be an effective crappie angler, you need the right tools and a willingness to experiment with baits and presentations.
273) Trolling Flies (article)
When the conditions are right, trolling flies with downriggers is a unique system that's very effective for large lake-dwelling fish.
274) Trophy Lings & Yellow-Eyes off Montague Island (article)
The fertile waters off Alaska's Montague Island are a haven for anglers chasing the dream of world-record ling.
275) Trophy Rainbows and Sheefish in Alaska's Back Country (article)
Alaska remains one of the world's great angling destinations, and American Creek, nestled on the rim of Katmai National Park, is a thriving and sustainable rainbow fishery.
276) Trout on the Grass Flats (article)
Today it takes a real bag of tricks to find a limit of legal trout.
277) Try the Woodcock Challenge (article)
Many hunters consider woodcock hunting a folly -- a waste of time, energy and too much ammunition. For others, though, the sport is HIGHLY addictive.
278) Turkey Gun Accessories (article)
When I paired these two for a morning of test patterning, I didn't expect the kind of results I got on my first shot.
279) Turning Your Small Boat Into a Fishing Machine (article)
Come join me for "Boat Building 101," and learn some easy ways to soup up your boat.
280) Tying the Wooly Bugger (article)
Step-by-step tying instructions with photos
281) Uncle Sam's Trout (article)
Public-access fishing on American military land holds lots of wild country, lots of rules and regulations, and hard-earned fish.
282) Understanding the Catfish Spawn (article)
There are good reasons your catch rate may fall when catfish are spawning in late spring and early summer.
283) Wahoo and the Need for Speed (article)
While many anglers hook into the occasional wahoo while fishing for other species, intentionally targeting wahoo requires fast speeds and proper presentation. Read on to learn more.
284) Walleye Require Boat Control (article)
Keep a close eye on your boat control this season. The fish may not thank you, but the landing net certainly will.
285) Ways and Means for Fall Crappie (article)
The transition from summer to autumn is jolting for both fish and fishermen. When you finally zero in on a big school of hefty autumn crappie, though, you're sure to agree that the rewards make the extra effort worthwhile.
286) Weird Tactics For Pressured Bass (article)
Showing the fish something different can often be the trick to unlocking the jaws of pressured fish. Learn how this big bass expert gets wary fish to bite.
287) What a Deer Camp Ought to Be (article)
"There's just no better medicine," reflected a veteran deer hunter of my acquaintance. How right he was.
288) What to Do When the Fish Stop Biting (article)
Sometimes the bite doesn't go away, but rather the angler that has left the bite.
289) When Walleye Won't Bite (article)
Walleye fishing is a tough game to play, but intelligent, resourceful anglers will almost always figure out how to put the puzzle together. Learn how to adjust your tactics to prevailing conditions.
290) Where and How to Catch Shallow Summer Crappie (article)
Heat and humidity soar while fish lips clamp tightly shut for most midsummer anglers. Learn to re-open those crappie jaws with these tips from legendary crappie guide Harold Morgan.
291) White Bass Spring Run (article)
When the "run" is on, its a time when anglers can catch white bass until their muscles quiver from exhaustion.
292) Wild Turkey Species and Subspecies (article)
Can you name and describe each wild turkey species and subspecies?
293) Wilderness Whitetails (article)
What outdoorsman has not experienced the disappointment of returning to a favored hunting spot only to find it forever altered?
294) Winging It For River Catfish (article)
Wing dikes are often scattered along the entire length of a big river. If your waterway contains these catfish-attracting structures, this guide will show you how to fish them more effectively.
295) Winter Cod Fishing (article)
Cure your cabin fever with a winter cod fish trip. The weather may be cold, but the action in Montauk is hot!
296) Winter Midge Fishing (article)
Understanding this special hatch can make the long winter loads of fun.
297) Winter Trout Tactics (article)
This winter season could be a fly angler's best opportunity of the year to catch a true trophy-sized trout.
298) Winterizing Your Boat (article)
Winterizing your boat isn't a tough job. This article takes you through the process of putting your boat to bed for the winter months.
299) Wisconsin Walleye Fishing: Spring and Fall Tactics (article)
Catching lots of big Badger State walleye isn't that difficult during the peak seasons. Learn when and how!
300) Working Up a Handload (article)
Developing the perfect load for your firearm is a process, but well worth the time and effort. Read on to learn how to develop the best load for your rifle or handgun.
301) Wormin' With Woo Video (article)
If you think you know about worm fishing now, wait until you see and hear Woo's formula for bringing in the big ones.
302) Yarn Egg Flies (article)
Step-by-step fly tying instructions with photos.
303) 10 Tips to Improve Your Muskie Game (basic)
Following these 10 simple tips is a sure-fire way to bring more Muskie to the boat.
304) 12 Tips for Rabbit Hunters (basic)
To find a limit of bunnies, think like a rabbit.
305) A Bird in Hand: Locating Downed Birds (basic)
A dead grouse or woodcock can blend in so perfectly with the leaves and brush that they can seem to vanish, even when you're standing just feet away. Try these methods to locate more downed birds.
306) After Antlers (basic)
Shed hunting is a growing craze. Not only is it a great way to study deer habits and habitat, it's also a great way to foster interest in the outdoors for future generations.
307) Backpack & Wilderness Angling (basic)
Take a travel rod and explore the water on your next backpacking trip. The payoff of catching a few fish on the trail is well worth the weight added to your pack.
308) Bank Fishing Basics (basic)
At certain times of the year, we'd all be better off leaving the boat in the garage.
309) Basics of the Overhead Cast (basic)
The overhead fly cast can be broken down into two main phases, the back cast and the front cast.
310) Basics to Lure Retrieves (basic)
Jigging, hopping, twitching, and jerking are some terms to describe how to add life to a bait with your fishing rod and reel.
311) Bass Fishing Basics (basic)
It's no wonder that Mr. Bucketmouth holds a treasured place in anglers hearts and minds everywhere.
312) Bass Fishing in Your Backyard (basic)
Secondary rivers, farm ponds, municipal lakes and other overlooked bass venues produce quality fish and don't require a big boat or a thousand lures.
313) Bass Tackle Basics (basic)
Knowing when and what to throw is half the battle to becoming a certified bass professor when out on your favorite lake.
314) Beat the Crowds for Better Deer Hunting (basic)
How to hunt heavily pressured areas and still bring home a deer.
315) Beating the Heat While Fishing (basic)
Here are some tips to keep you cool during hot days on the water.
316) Become a Deer Detective (basic)
Your next bruiser buck is waiting, but do you know where?
317) Black Bear Basics (basic)
Successful bear hunting requires a knowledge of the quarry, its habits and ways to thwart the bruin's keen senses. Here are some basics to get you started.
318) Boating Safety is No Accident (basic)
Too many people fail to realize driving a boat is just as serious as driving a car, and in some ways more dangerous.
319) Bowfishing Basics (basic)
Bowfishing was much easier to prepare for and learn than I'd ever imagined.
320) Bowhunting Basics (basic)
If you have decided that you are up to the challenge of bowhunting, here is a guide to everything you need to know.
321) Braided Line Basics (basic)
The answer lies both in the drag setting on the reel and in the type of rod you use. It's as simple as that.
322) Bream Fishing Basics (basic)
Bream fishing. For millions of anglers, those words conjure up special memories.
323) Brook Trout Basics (basic)
Of all the trout species available, catching brook trout on flies is some of the best action anglers will see during the long summer months.
324) Bushytail Basics (basic)
Are you a squirrel Hunter? Here are some facts the savvy sportsmen can use to improve the odds for a successful hunt.
325) Buzzbait Strategies for Bass (basic)
They don't call buzzbaits "heart attack lures" for nothing!
326) Calling Card for Crafty Crows (basic)
Even beginners can be successful at pursuing these abundant black rascals.
327) Camping Gear Repair Guide (basic)
Most equipment failure happens in the field, so knowing a little gear first aid is essential.
328) Camping With Kids (basic)
Camping has been a growing choice, and still is, of a way of vacationing for many years to come.
329) Camping: How to Cope with Nuisance Wildlife (basic)
There are some basic guidelines we can follow to ensure our experiences with wild animals are less stressful for them and less dangerous for us.
330) Canada Goose Hunting Basics (basic)
No matter how you pursue them -- with a guide or without, on a river or in a field, on public land or private -- Canada geese provide unexpected thrills at every turn.
331) Canning Your Catch (basic)
After your next fishing trip, try canning your catch and you'll taste why this storage technique has withstood the test of time.
332) Carp on the Fly (basic)
Carp offer fly anglers an alternative to heavily sought-after gamefish. Couple this general lack of fishing pressure to their size and abundance, and carp may just be the fly-rod game fish you've been looking for.
333) Catch Bigger Bass from Surface Slop (basic)
Next time you encounter grassy cover on top, try these tactics -- we bet they'll connect you with a monster slop bass!
334) Catching Cutthroat Trout (basic)
The cutthroat trout is regarded by some as one of the best species to target with a fly rod.
335) Catching Summer Bass in the Shallows (basic)
Tired of bucking wakes from ski boats and personal watercraft out on your deep main-lake fishin' holes? Our experts will point you to shallow-water spots guaranteed to yield more pleasant and productive summer bass outings.
336) Catfish Basics (basic)
When you hook a catfish, you better hold on. This customer is tough, mean, feisty and smart to boot.
337) Cleaning Your Wild Turkey (basic)
Step-by-step instructions for cleaning your turkey.
338) Confidence Decoys & Duck Hunting (basic)
Waterfowlers nationwide use confidence decoys to enhance their duck decoy spreads. If you've never used confidence decoys, study the following information. Chances are you'll like the results.
339) Cover Fishing 101 (basic)
Improve your angling know-how by learning to identify and fish different types of cover.
340) Crappie After Dark (basic)
When summer temperatures soar, crappie feed more actively at night. Anglers who fish between dusk and dawn using the tactics outlined below can expect to catch dozens of slabs.
341) Crappie Fishing Basics (basic)
A Fish for All Seasons
342) Dances with Fluke (basic)
Fluke fishing is pretty basic. It's also exciting, making it easy for children and other novices to get in on the action.
343) Day Hiking Basics (basic)
Hiking is a great way to spend time with loved ones or find solitude while giving your body a heart-pumping cardiovascular workout.
344) Deer at Eye Level (basic)
Once you've mastered hunting from a pop-up blind, nothing will give you the heart-pounding adrenalin rush you get when you are eye to eye with a monster buck!
345) Dewinterizing Your Boat (basic)
Getting the boat ready for spring is paramount to smart, hassle-free boating. Not only will your boat perform better, but the likelihood of problems occurring later in the season are greatly diminished.
346) Discover the Joy of Small-Stream Trout (basic)
Come take a walk off the beaten path and reap the rewards that small-stream fishing can offer.
347) Double Trouble in the Turkey Woods (basic)
Doubling takes teamwork. While hunting spring turkey in groups of 2 or 3 isn't difficult, it does require some pre-hunt planning. Read on to learn more.
348) Dove Hunting Basics (basic)
Getting started dove hunting can seem complicated for beginners, but it shouldn't be.
349) Dressing for Ice Fishing (basic)
With ice fishing, half the battle is staying warm long enough to stay on the ice and catch fish.
350) Early Spring Fly Fishing (basic)
Early spring puts many outdoorsmen back into a fly-fishing state of mind. For some it provides a much needed break from the monotony of winter. For others it's the perfect time to tune-up fly fishing skills.
351) Easy Camp Cookery (basic)
To make your next excursion especially memorable, try the following camp cookery methods.
352) Egg Pattern Fly Fishing (basic)
Eggs catch trout, so why not get out and add another time-tested technique to your arsenal?
353) Elk by the Numbers (basic)
Sometimes the route to punching your elk tag can be as simple as following the numbers. While not required rules, these steps will help lead you toward success.
354) Fall and Winter Run Steelhead (basic)
Death-defying leaps, tail walking, and downright screaming runs are a few of the things that await the river steelhead angler this season.
355) Fall's Fly Fishing Frenzy (basic)
The leaves are changing -- so should you.
356) Fine-Tuning a Carolina Rig (basic)
The Carolina rig is truly a system for offering different baits to bass in a variety of situations.
357) Fire Safety for Campers (basic)
If we use fire properly and follow all the necessary safety precautions, then fire is a good thing.
358) Fishing and the Wind (basic)
Fishing calm water may be more comfortable, but nothing turns on the bite like the wind.
359) Fishing For Steelies (basic)
A mystical fish to most anglers, the steelhead can be a very elusive prey to inexperienced fisherman.
360) Fishing for Winter Sails (basic)
This is a trip anyone can make in almost any boat - I've seen fifteen foot skiffs live-baiting for sailfish this time of year.
361) Fishing the Tide (basic)
If you're in the right place at the right tide, you can catch fish, regardless of the time of day.
362) Fly Bassin' (basic)
Casting for largemouth bass offers new opportunities for died-in-the-wool fly fishers and new challenges for conventional tackle bass anglers.
363) Fly Carpin' (basic)
Dubbed "Freshwater Bonefish" by those who regularly target the species, carp offer anglers a unique fly-fishing experience and a chance to test the limits of fly tackle.
364) Fly Line Facts (basic)
Tips for maintaining and replacing fly line.
365) Food Plots 101 (basic)
Food plots that attract wildlife require planning, time and work. For a lush, green food plot that attracts wild game from miles around, follow these simple suggestions.
366) Four-Season Family Camping (basic)
Taking advantage of all four seasons leads to more memories than summer trips alone. For quality camping trips the entire family can enjoy, preparation is key to success.
367) Fun on the Water: A Guide to Watersports and Fishing (basic)
Like all outdoor activities, watersports and fishing require that the participants learn and follow certain rules of safety.
368) Fun-to-Cook Foods for Camp Chefs (basic)
For many of us it's more fun to use simple, yet unique cooking methods when preparing camp meals and treats.
369) Gearing Up for Ice Fishing (basic)
Although the season may be a couple of months away, now is the best time to take an inventory of your tackle and equipment.
370) Getting Started Tournament Fishing (basic)
Before the "blast off" of my first bass tournament, I felt something in my stomach that I had never felt before while fishing...a case of the butterflies.
371) Glowing Jigs (basic)
Adding specialty tackle such as glowing jigs to your arsenal can give you the upper hand with finicky fish.
372) Grocery Store Catfish Baits (basic)
Find a wide selection of taste-tempting catfish treats just down the road at your neighborhood grocery store.
373) Grouper Fishing Basics (basic)
Putting great table fare in the cooler can be easy if you follow a few of these tips.
374) Hard Lessons on Gun Safety (basic)
"Years later, I watched, horrified, as a friend was shot by a fellow pheasant hunter."
375) Having What it Takes to Tow (basic)
Helpful hints to make sure your tow vehicle has what it takes to get the job done.
376) Heavy-Metal Jigs (basic)
Heavy-metal jigging is so effective because it's simple to master, requires little effort and allows greater access to prime gathering spots like shipwrecks, rising spikes and deep holes.
377) Hook-Setting Basics (basic)
Setting the hook is a relatively simple motion once you get the hang of it.
378) How Green is Lodge's Foundry? (basic)
Lodge Cast Iron Cookware's Social Responsibility Success Stories
379) How to Build a Safe Campfire (basic)
Make your fire just large enough to meet your needs -- that's one of the main secrets of proper fire building.
380) How to Deep Fry a Turkey (basic)
Four simple steps to a scrumptious bird!
381) How to Drive a Bass Boat (basic)
Driving a bass boat is not difficult. It can be done by anyone who can drive a car and who has some basic sense of how an outboard operates.
382) How to Fillet and Pan-Dress Crappie, Bluegill and Other Panfish (basic)
Panfish are great fun to catch and delicious to eat. Learn how to properly prepare your catch for the table using the two most common fish-cleaning methods: filleting and pan-dressing.
383) How to Hunt Common Ground (basic)
If finding private land to hunt isn't an option and you can't afford to pay an outfitter, it's time to find your public hunting spot.
384) How to Pack a Backpack (basic)
Packing all of this stuff into one pack might seem daunting, but it's an easy process if you follow a few basic rules.
385) How to Pack a Canoe (basic)
Canoe camping is a great way to experience any waterway. These packing and planning tips will ensure your next outing is a smooth and memorable one.
386) How to Sink Crappie Cover (basic)
Establishing cover is hard work. But as guide Harold Morgan puts it, "It's like taking out a crappie insurance policy."
387) Hunting Safely in Bear Country (basic)
Entering bear country? Learn how to avoid bears and how to act during bear encounters by following these simple safeguards.
388) Hunting Swamp-Country Whitetails (basic)
In the heart of a swamp, you have a better than average chance of taking a whitetail buck that's bigger than any you've ever seen -- the type of deer that inspires legends.
389) Hydrographic Maps for Better Fishing Results (basic)
This Guide provides a few tips on reading and using hydrographic maps to increase your catch.
390) Ice Fishing a New Lake (basic)
Try to ice fish a few new lakes this year. It can be intimidating at first, but in the long run, you'll improve your skills as an angler.
391) Ice Fishing Safety Primer (basic)
Ice fishing is fun, but requires a little caution and awareness. Follow these precautions for a safe day of hard-water fishing.
392) Inline Spinner Trout Tactics (basic)
When flies don't seem to be working, a quick switch to spinners can often produce immediate results.
393) Introduction to Handloading (basic)
You can produce better ammunition at a lower cost by handloading. All it takes is some fairly simple tools and a bit of your time.
394) Introduction to the Peacock Bass (basic)
Discover the power of this amazing freshwater brawler.
395) Jetty Fishing (basic)
Jetties provide ideal habitat for bait and the saltwater game fish that follow. Being there when the fish are there will mean a busy day for smart anglers.
396) Jig and Minnow Crappie (basic)
Live bait and artificial lures have characteristics that make one more desirable than the other in certain situations. However, sometimes combining live bait with artificials can be the key to unlocking tight-lipped fish.
397) Kayak Bass Fishing Tactics (basic)
Kayaks offer anglers a low-cost solution for getting off the bank and on top of some great bass-fishing hot spots. To learn more about battling Mr. Bucketmouth from a kayak, read on.
398) Kayak Fishing in Saltwater (basic)
The Yaks are coming! The Yaks are coming! And they will soon catch more fish than the rest of us!
399) Keeping a Fishing Log (basic)
Finding the pattern is crucial to consistent success, and the best way to expose patterns is by learning to keep and use a fishing log. Here's how.
400) Keeping Live Bait Alive (basic)
In many situations, lively baits are crucial to getting that big bite. Learn how to keep your bait alive and kickin' with these helpful tips.
401) Keeping Your Fly Outfit Clean (basic)
Learn to keep all the parts of your fly outfit in top working order and it'll provide years of hassle-free service and fun.
402) Kingfish Basics (basic)
With the right bait, the right tackle and the right place, you can catch a smoker of your own.
403) Kite Fishing Basics (basic)
A finely-tuned kite-fishing system is a thing of beauty and a constant source of action in the right conditions.
404) Know Your Ducks (basic)
Trouble distinguishing one species from another? This article will teach you to use plumage patterns, size, shape, flight characteristics and other distinguishing factors to identify common North American ducks.
405) Late Spring Bass Fishing (basic)
Pro bass angler Randy Howell explains why many bassers have trouble putting together a viable pattern in late spring and offers some sage advice.
406) Learning the Roll Cast (basic)
The roll cast is a key technique to presenting flies to fish when cover is tight.
407) Linesides on the Fly (basic)
Chasing stripers, white bass and hybrids is a great way to hone your fly-fishing skills.
408) Loop Finish (basic)
Learn to whip finish your flies using the loop finish.
409) Lunkers Love Ledges (basic)
Ledges -- the final frontier. Learn how to score lunker bass from these overlooked structures.
410) Making Tracks: A Snowshoer's Primer (basic)
Snowshoeing is a unique activity that keeps you fit, in touch with nature and more appreciative of winter. Start off slow, learn the ropes and enjoy every step along the way.
411) Mangrove Snapper Tactics (basic)
Tagged as the most wary fish when it comes to a baited hook, here are some tips to make your trip a success.
412) Maximizing Space in Camping Tents (basic)
Tents can be tight on space but options do exist to keep them comfortable and somewhat roomy.
413) Modern Casting Reel Lubrication (basic)
Keeping your new casting reel in top trim requires frequent applications of a light viscosity oil applied sparingly.
414) Musky Fever (basic)
Discover the awesome presence and tenacious fighting of this legendary gamefish.
415) Night Fishing Primer (basic)
For a safe, fun and eventful experience, learn the night fishing basics before heading out on the water after dark.
416) Overcoming Post Cold-Weather Conditions (basic)
Try these techniques the next time you have the "cold front blues," and watch your catch rate increase dramatically.
417) Overlooked Fall Hotspots for Bass (basic)
Step off the beaten path and try these 10 overlooked fall bassin' hotspots!
418) Paintball Beginner's Guide (basic)
Wading through the world of paintball equipment can be a little daunting to the beginner.
419) Panfish on the Fly (basic)
Fly fishing is an incredible pastime, but sometimes it can get a little to