Few places on earth offer fly-fishing like Montana. Between the Yellowstone Madison Gallatin Missouri Big Hole Bighorn and the Paradise Valley spring creeks the Treasure State is a bucket-list destination for anglers from all over the world. So how do you hire the best Montana fly fishing guide for your next trip? But with so […] The post How to H...

Today was chilly but thankfully free of rain. The high was 57 while the low was 37 with light to moderate winds. Gusts up to 35mph. Currently it’s 57 feels like 48 with WSW winds around 15mph. Gusts around 31mph. Tomorrow temps will be cooler (H: 47). Winds should switch directions (WNW) but remain similar […] The post Hatteras Island Fishing Repo...

Another great day with my brother from another Mark/Fulton. Started out on the tuna grounds jigging for tuna and Lindsey got us started on the biggest Yellow Jack I have ever seen which is the best sashimi! Jigged some muttons and other critters and decided to change gears. Got on some nice bottom and loaded up on muttons and groupers kept only th...

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We’re excited to share some fantastic news — Fishing Storie Charters has been honored as the 2025 Readers’ Choice Winner for Best Fishing Charter in Campbell River by the Campbell River Mirror. This recognition is a huge...

The change of seasons can be an especially challenging time to find fish. This is even more true for new anglers. Beginners and experts alike have had the last 6 months to become accustomed to summer and fall conditions which … Continue reading →

The fishing is always good here in late summer and fall.  The weather starts to cool but the fishing heats up staying actioned packed with drum trout flounder and blues.

Guntersville is simply the best bass fishing lake in the United States. Since April my clients have caught them on every stop every day all day. If you think the cold weather has hurt the fishing it has only helped. My last two trips we landed 90 bass all quality fish. The grass is green and healthy and the stocking program is paying dividends. N...

It is fascinating how the universe presents related topics. I started my day discussing a difficult situation involving a now unlicensed and unethical guide. It was a stark reminder of how important professional integrity is to our profession and its public perception.

Water Level: 295.48 | Water Temperature: 52˚ Weather: 26˚ | Mostly Cloudy | Winds: 8 mph 1. Largemouth Bass: Target shallow brush and timber edges early and late using topwaters and suspending jerkbaits. During daylight slow presentations like jig ‘n pig and Carolina-rigged plastic grubs in 3-5 feet of water produce the best results. 2. […]

I still remember the first time I walked into a Fly Fishing Film Tour screening-the buzz of excited anglers filling […]

Cold weather and winter rains are late this year but are not entirely out of the picture. With plenty of rain in the forecast our rivers are likely going to swell and a heavy nymph that stands out is necessary. … Continue reading →

Overnight we received less than a half inch of snow.  But more is forecasted this afternoon and tonight.  4″-7″ of snow and some pretty strong winds. So the lake will look a lot different tomorrow. Yesterday we staked what roads we could in the smoother ice areas. There is rough ice that broke up when […] The post December 9th 2025 first appeared...

Its the time of the year we all look forward too cooler temperatures and some amazing sight fishing. The cold fronts have started trickling in and have been a little more consistent. All of the patterns are taking shape to set us up for a great winter season and spring. The redfish and black drum…

If you need a compelling reason to get out fishing this week we've got a few -- the pompano are here it's the last call for snook (season ends Dec 15) and conditions should be pretty agreeable. LET'S GO. Plus in this week's forecast find out if you're the Kona Big Wave Beach Cruiser giveaway winner read Knox Robinson's latest from the frontlines o...

November has proven to be an exceptional month for the Marlin My Darlin fleet with outstanding fishing experiences that are not to be missed. Over the past few weeks we have witnessed remarkable catches of Wahoos coupled with a strong Sailfish bite making this a thrilling time for anglers. Shallow waters have also yielded several […] The post Nove...

Had my buddy Marc Jackson in town from North Carolina brought his family and buddy and son along. Decided to bottomfish for some tasty critters had a nice morning getting our snapper limit with some keeper Red Grouper.  The kids wanted to land some big Barracudas so we ended the day targeting them!   @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboa...

Checking ice this morning we found close to 8″ inches of ice to the end of the Graveyard Road. There are some rough areas where it’s thicker. Also some cracks out towards the end of it from ice shifting. Cones are up and we will be headed this afternoon to other areas we go to […] The post December 8th 2025 first appeared on Lyback's Ice Fishing.

Whether you’re planning a solo adventure a family outing or a large celebration here’s a breakdown to help you decide which charter style fits your day on the water. The post Private vs. Open Boat Fishing Charters: Which One Is Right for You? appeared first on CelticQuestFishing.com.

Looking for a fun engaging and screen-free way to bring the family together? A fishing trip with Celtic Quest Fishing in Port Jefferson Long Island might be just what you’re after. The post Family-Friendly Fishing Charters: A Perfect Day on the Water for All Ages appeared first on CelticQuestFishing.com.

The warmer weather has us out on the lake guiding everyday. It has been productive but you must adapt to the conditions. As a fulltime guide I spend a ton of time analyzing water level,generation schedules,moon phases,weather patterns,wind direction and historical data. I script my first few hours each day then I adjust based on how the fish are...

Today 12/16/2025 Avery was out on the lake with the ATV checking on ice conditions. Areas that he checked were Waconia Bay Center Reef Pillsbury Reef Wagener’s Bay and Harms Point. The common ice thickness found today was between 7 to 8 inches. The overall range was between 6 to 12 inches. With today’s warmer weather the snow has laid down some but...

After seeing the weather forecast last night I figured we'd be hug'n the bank today to keep out of the wind It wasn't expected to be too bad - up to 14mph but enough to make things interesting. I met Bob Kossman down at Sawpit Creek early and we made a run up the intracoastal then up the Back River and around to Pumpkin Hill where we set up with f...

Fishing today - I met Macie Russell her boyfriend Brennan and Al Long up at the Old Town Bait and Tackle boat ramp. The tide was just starting out so we headed over to the outside of Tyger and began to toss float rigs and live shrimp. Brennan got hot early when he found  some Reds up on a corner of grass - he expertly played a couple  to the net...